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Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04
New Market Mother
Guest at Reunion
Mrs. ElizaC. Grim. Who Nurscd
Wounded after Battle, Is
CiUcn Ouation.

Mrs. Eliza c. Grim. officially recog
nizcd as the Mother Of the Virginia
Military Institute Cadets" a title con
ferred upon her by the Alumni Asso-
citation. appeared in the lobby OF the
Jefferson Hotel yesterday, escorted by
her brother. Colonel John W. Cl!nend.
inst. commander of NcM- Rice Camp
L. 9. V. of New Market, and hel
nephew. j. Il. Clincdinst. state deputy
commissioner OF labor. and her arrival
was hailed with delight by the vctcr.
ans of many camps, TO whom She is
we'll known.
smiling, good-humored grand
dame Is Mother" Grim, as the veterans
and cadets affectionatcly call her
Although in her seven;y-sevcnth year
her benevolent countenance, agiow
with the ruddiness Of vigorous health.
has been spared the corrugated lines
the hand of time is wont to lay upon
the features OF women of her advanced
age. Mrs. Grim says she feels az young
as forty. and she looks it, She has a
personality that fairly radiates GEM.
ality.
The charming old lady was the cen.
ter of attraction for an hour in the
hotel lobby, where she was showcrcd
with tributes of the affection Of her
boys" many of whom had snow white
hair, while her abundant locks are nut
deep shade of gray
Among the trophies Mother" Grim
wore upon her breast was medal in
the form OF a Roman cross, bearing
this inscription: For Valor." On the
diverse side of the medal appears the
following: "V. NJ. j. to Mrs y. C. Grim,
mother of the New Market Cadets,
from tho Alumni Association"
Mrs. Grim was Miss Eliza Clined-
inst, of New Market when the historic
battle in which the V. NJ /. cadets
participated was fought. The fierce
fighting took place in the orchard of
her fathers estate. After the battle
many OF the cadets, among them the
late John S. Wise. were brought to
her home. and were tenderly nursed
10y tho daughter of the house.
Poor young Tom Jefferson Davis.
a brave, handsome young fellow from
Amelia. I will never forget. lie was
badly wounded. Cadet Moses Ezekiel
who afterwards became known to fame
as Sir Moses Ezekiel. sculptor, carried
young Tom, his classmate, from tho
field into the house. But we couldn't
save him. He died.
Although more than half century
had elapsed, the picture she described
was vivid to Mother" Grim as she
related the story, and her eyes moist
ened. But her disposition is too buoy
ant to permit her long TO dwell upon
her "reminiscences. y minute later she
was relating an amusing incident OF
her experiences with the house full Of
young soldiers that the battle of New
Market threw upon her hands.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04
General Dung
Accepts Election
appoints General William E.
Mickle Adjutant-Cencral and
Chief Of Staff.

CHOSEN in his absence and while on
bed of sickness. for the fourth time as
communicating chief of the United Con.
Tolerate Veterans, General Bennett III
Young yesterday wired his accept
ahcc ana entered general order nam.
ing General William f.. Mickle as adju.
tant-general and chief of staff
The telegram of acceptance follows
louisville, Ky. June .. 1915.
United Confederate Veterans Associa.
ton. Richmond. Va
Ihis renewed evidence of tho faith
ana trust OF my comrades nils me with
unreasonable gratitude It is another
demonstration of the characteristics m
the survivors of the Southern cause
they will not forget those who have
served them, and who have done their
best to stand for the great truths for
which the Southland gave and suffered
so much For the fourth time YOU have
elected me to what. In my opinion is
the highest office among men To he
your commander Is, from nv viewnoint
nobler distinction than to be Presi
dent of the United States. ] have asked
no mans vote. declined TO do this
iechng that II was Incompatible with
the dignity Of the great Office This
election has come to me. in so far AS
am personally concerned. unsolicited
and this makes II all the more CRAFTY.
ing and satisfying.
With benedictions for all nv com
radcS and those they love pray Won
may reach your homes i'm safety ana
that you may long continue the useful
and beautiful lives that have marked
future of each of you may be crowned
with tho best and noblest that this
world can give.
BENNETT II. YOUNG
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04
CADETS ABANDON PLAN
TO MARCH TO BATTLE FIELDS
Mny Visit Seven Pines To-Dny-Fur-
ther Plans VIII Depend on Wealth
er Conditions.

Because Of the continued Indictment
weather, the proposed practice march
of the Virginia Military Institute ca
Diet corps. making loop of half doZ-
en- battle fields around Richmond. has
been abandoned. Announcement to this
effect was made yesterday afternoon
by General f. w. Nichols. superinten-
dent of the Institute, who has head
quarters at the jefferson Hotel.
General Nichols said that, in view OF
the condition OF the weather and out
of consideration for the health OF the
cadets. the orders for the march. which
would have begun this morning. had
been Cancelled. II had been planned 70"
the cadets TO leave the Grays Armory
at $50 o'clock, camp tonight at Fra
zier's Farm. tomorrow night ut "Curles
Neck" and Sunday night at Nelson's
Farm. returning TO Lexington on
special train Monday.
Tentative orders were issued to the
corps last night for a march to Seven
Pines this morning, provided the
weather is favorable. The plan is for
the cadets to have luncheon at or near
Seven Pines and return to the Grays'
Armory this afternoon. The movement
OF the corps after to-day will be gov
erncd by weather conditions, the SUI
pcr!ntcndcnt said, and no further or
defs will be given until tonight.
All along the line of the reunion pa
rade yesterday the cadets from the
West Point OF the South" received ova-
tons, Acting as the personal escort
of Governor Henry G. Stuart, they had
a prominent position In the line, and
here and there "a group of alumni
some OF them veterans, game the V. NJ.
]. ycll--tho "old yell" that was used at
New Market In 1864.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04
IN HONOR OF MRS. DANIELS
wife Of Secretary of NAVY rendered
Reception mt Jefferson Hotel.

a prominent social feature of the
Confederate Reunion was a reception
given last night in the parlors OF the
jefferson Hotel by Miss Cora Benedict
in honor of Mrs. Josephus Daniels, wife
OF the Secretary of the Navy, and Mrs.
Daisy McLaurin stevens. president
general Of the United Daughters OF the
Confcderacy, and her staff. The re-
ception was given that these distin-
Euished women of the South might
meet James ID. McCreary. war governor
Of Kentucky.
Miss Benedict Is corresponding sec
rotary OF the James b. McCreary Chap
ter, United Daughters of the Confeder-
acy. State president OF the Woman's
National Rivers and Harbors Congress
and n member of its national board of
directors.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04
PRINCIPAL TO MEET
VIII Discuss Matters RenitInE to We'll
fare Of Public Schools.

The school principals department
Of the State Teachers Association will
meet at the University of Virginia,
June l7-1S, for tho discussion of sub
jec's relating to their profession. Tho
officers OF this department think there
is too little time at the annual con-
ference OF the State Teachers Asso-
citation for full discussion of these
subjects. IL Is the first time that such
meeting has been attempted, and
those responsible for 1t arc especially
anxious for II largo attendance.
n. G. Stcarnes, State superintendent
OF public instruction; Harris Hart, AL
ger Voolfolk, Professor Charles G.
Maphis and others will deliver ad-
dresses.
Among the subjects for discussion
are: The retired teachers fund, tenure
OF office and salaries.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04
rimcs-Dispntch screnndcd.

The Times Dispatch was treated yes
terday morning to a serenade by the
Stonewall Brigade Band Of Stanton.
Before going in the parade, the Staun-
ton organization marched to Tenth
Street, took it's stand in front Of Tho
Times Dispatch building and rendered
a number of delightful airs. Windows
were hoisted and all of the various
employees Of the paper on duty 1T the
time, heard the music with every cvi-
dence of enjoyment. Hearty applause
was given from the windows OF the
building as the natty organization
finished Its program and filed away
to get In the big procession.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04
CAMP STUART TO REMAIN
OPEN FOR VETERANS
Many Will Stay Here To-Day and
Tomorrow as Reunion
Guests.
OPPORTUNITY TO SEE CITY
Small Parties Being Made Up for
Trips to Battle Fields and 10 Near
by Cities Before Leaving for Dis
tant Homes.

While the evacuation of Camp Stuart
federate Reunion Association Of 1915
VIII begin shortly after daybrcak this
morning, several thousand OF the old
soldiers will remain TO enjoy the hos
pitallty of the camp to-day MANY
viii not depart until tomorrow after
noon.
The order to break camp will not
be given until tomorrow night. That
was decided upon yesterday by the
entertainment committee OF the reun-
ion. The inclcment weather of the
last three days has deprived the old
soldiers of the pleasure of sightseeing
In comfort. and for this reason il was
determined to maintain Camp Stuart
for their benefit until the end of the
week.
The news was joyfully received by
the veterans yesterday. Hundreds pre-
pairing to return to their homes aban-
doned their packing and announced
their intention to remain until Satur-
day aftcroon.
SOUTH CAROLINA
CAMPS LEAVE TO-DAY
The first body of veterans to depart
from Camp Stuart will be tho South
Carolina camps. They leave Richmond
for their homes at $40 o'clock this
morning. 1t being necessary for them
to depart before the breakfast hour
of tho camp. meal tickets We're issued
to the South Carolinians by Clerk Tom
Stubbleheld Mt registration headquar-
tcrS last night.
Most of the Texas veterans left the
camp last night, a few departing on
late trains. The remainder joined COM
rades quartered in the city, and will
leave for the South to-day. Several
hundreds of the veterans who came to
the reunion travelling individually left
the city last night. Many of these
went to Washington. Norfolk, Newport
News and other cities. They are sight
seeing and out for pleasure tour.
A largo body of Mississippians and
Louisianians will travel together to
Washington. departing this morning
large party from Memphis is also
returning home this morning.
There was no lack of blankets or
other nccessaries at Camp Stuart last
night. Early in the evening Captain
David A. Brown and his staff, includ-
ing Adjutant Frank H. Brown. made
n tour of the camp to make sure that
every old soldier was comfortably pro-
vided for They were met everywhere
with expressions of the grateful APP
probation of the old soldiers. who
spoke enthusiastically of the entertain
ment provided for them since they ar
rived in camp.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04
DATE SET FOR HEARING
'nwcIi Chichester investigation he
gins In fredericksburg AugMst q.

Investigation Of the charges against
Judge r. II. l.. Chichester. of the iif-
teenth circuit, will begin on August 2,
IN Fredericksburg. before "A Joint com
Zee Of the General Assembly. ap-
Npn:ed at tn" extraordinary session in
March. The committee. of which Dele.
gate w 7. oliver. of Fairfax. is chair.
man. met in Richmond yesterday and
fixed the date ana place for the begin
ming OF the hcar+is' OF 1.-THE charges
brought by DELEGATE = =. Powell, OF
Spotsylvania. Delegate Powell al
legged that Judge Chichester has used
his judicial position for the advance
ment OF political interests.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04
Commencement E1ercIren.

The commencement exercises of the
Richmond Academy Will be held to-
night at $3.50 o'clock at the Richmond
College chapel, at Westhampton. The
graduating address Will be delivered
by the Rev. John w. Sha oxford, pas
tor of the Broad street Methodist
Church. The address was to have
been delivered by General Robert
White, of Wheeling, w. Va, but he
will be unable to be present because
OF illness. The invitations that have
been sent out for the exercises bear
the request, mo Flowers"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04
BENNETT II. YOUNG.
Headluartcrs
ffeUUW UUEtrTS
United Confederate Veterans,
Richmond, Va, June 3, 1915.
General Order

RIchmond, va, june 3, l9lJ
General Order
No. 80.
with heart full Of profound
gratitude. the undersigned enters into
the discharge of the duties of com
handing general. to which your mar
TALLY and love have elevated him for
the fourth term. To carry out the pur-
poses for which our association was
formed to promote harmony among tho
men. to elevate the condition of his
beloved Observation-Disclosures will be the
efforts of his future rs of his past life
II.-Comrade william T.. Mickle ever
devoted to the best interests OF tho
cause, Will continue rs ADVANTAGEOUS
cral and chief Of staff. He Will imme-
diatcly enter upon the discharge of the
duties OF his office, and will be obeyed
and respected accordingly.
BENNETT II. YOUNG
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-06-04

Richmond always docs the thing IN
brown said Colonel George " Iow.
ard Of College rark Ga II have attend
Cd three reunions here. and every ono o,
mem was well handled" Colonel How
ar" was win Company r, Sinntcnrth
SCUM Carolina Regiment. Mcuinuamlt,s
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24
ELITE STOCK CO.
HERE NEXT FRIDAY
FOur-Act Drama And Sew
eral Specialties.

Mr.. J. A. Bennett, Manager of
the Elite Stock Company, of
Douglas, was in Fitzgerald yes
terday making final arrange
ments for the appearance Of his
company at the Grand next Fri
day night.
The Elite Stock company is
headed by Miss Paula Peacock,
of Douglas, who is quite popular
in Fitzgerald and which an.
nouncement IS a guarantee of g
packed house next Friday even
ing.
THE Romance of Silver Star
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MCCarty, tombstone Co.
Secures New Location

McCarty, tombstone Co. have
closed contract with the Philips
estate by which they get in pos
session of the most popular cor
ner in the city.
The store is now being re-
modelled and a modern front put
in according to Mr.. McCarty's
plans, after visiting other cities
and selecting just his idea of a
modern store. This promises to
be the handsomest retail store in
South Georgia. plate glass front
to be put in and the entire three
stores on the corner of Pine and
Grant streets across from First
National Bank to be made into
one large room by taking out all
walls, stairways, etc. The rooms
up stairs will be made into one
large room for dress making and
alterations and ladies rest room.
The Fitzgerald public is graft
fled to see this popular firm ex-
pand and become the occupants
OF the best retail location in the
city.
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24

Mrs. Geo. Kratzer received a
letter yesterday from her two
brothers, Messrs AnseIn and Joe
Kratzer, who are at the battle
front in France. They state they
are all we'll and doing fine and that
the winter has been mild, little
snow but much rain. They said
they hoped peace would soon come
so they could return to their home
in Bavaria.
Red Bliss Irish potatoes.
Spanish peanuts at bargain
prices. Denmark Drug Co.
Mr.. j. c, Glover and Mr.. j. M.
Mosher left for Atlanta for q short
business trip. They have accepted
the sales agency for the MAXWELL"
and will make the return trip in
one of the new Maxwell's.
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24
A Sad Death

Mrs. Mary Morris, mother of
Mrs. William Colyer died at the
home of her daughter at Nichols
Tuesday evening. Mrs. Morris
formerly made her home with
her daughter in this city and has
a number of friends in Fitzger-
aid who sincerely mourn her
loss. We are also informed that
Mrs. Colyer is in a very serious
condition at Nichols.
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24

LosT-A black bank book con-
tanning money order receipts.
Finder please leave at this office
and receive reward. m-24 ct
Mr.. and Mrs. James Simpson
celebrated their 57th wedding
anniversary Tuesday. Their
many friends join us in wishing
them many returns of this happy
occasion.
Mr.. N. Harris of Ocilla is
spending the day in the city.
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24
Cotton, to-day, G 90 d
Middling Z 7-Sc

NAAuuAIAlS 4 zoe
Ford Automobile for sale or ex-
change for realestate. Apply this
office. 31-tf
Mrs. Bill Henderson has returned
from Birmingham, Ala, where she
was visiting relatives for few days.
Try "San TOx" Tooth
paste. 1t is fine. It leaves a
delightful taste in your
mouth. National Drug Co.
Mrs. Paul Ellison has returned
from Birmingham. Ala, where she
has been visiting her parents Mr..
and Mrs, R. A. Wagner, for the past
two weeks.
Velvet Beans, best quail
ty we'll cleaned.
Denmark Drug Co.
Mr.. and Mrs. Percy Harris have
returned from a pleasant visit to Mr..
Harris parents in Birmingham, Ala.
Patronize the Poor Mans
friend" and buy your goods from
Dodd Supply Go.
Mrs. E. B. BraswelI, and little son,
John Coffee of Augusta arrived in
the city yesterday to visit her moth
er, Mrs. M. P. Broughton on South
Main.
"San Tox" Medicines and
Toilet Articles guaranteed.
A remedy for each ailment.
National Drug Co.
Mrs. &. A. Daniel returned
Monday from a weeks visit to
relatives and friends in Preston.
All varities garden seed
for spring planting.
Denmark Drug Co.
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24
a four-act melo drama that

is a four act melo drama that
will be put on by the company
interspersed with good vaude-
vile specialtles.
The prices of admission will be
only Is and rs cents, and it is
expected that Fitzgerald will
give her sister city of Douglas a
most cordial and rousing recep.
ton.
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24
''San TOx" Hair Tonic is
good. 1t produces results.
National Drug Co.

Mrs. j. S. Sheahan has returned
from an extended visit to relatives
and friends at Jacksonville, Tampa
and SanAntonia, Fla.
"San TOx" Green soap is
good for a shampoo. Csc
and SOC. National Drug
Co.
McCarty tombstone Co. increas-
es their sales force by securing the
services of Miss Ella Perry who
has had years of experience and
has host of friends in Fitzgerald,
Ben Hill Co., Ocilla and surround.
ing country. This popular saIeslady
Will be glad to meet her friends at
this store after today.
Have you seen the new
line at the National ''The
San Tox" line? Ifyou have
not, come in and see it. 1t
is sure a fine line of reme-
dies. Ma tional Drug Co.
The "Man Who Came Back" a
picture of great interest to The
Modern Woodmen of America,
and to all interested in the fight
on tuberculosis. At the Amuzu
next Fir idav night, March 26.
Frank Freeman, manager of the
Amusu is off on short vacation.
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24

The Loyal Daughters Of The
Christian Church will have an
Easter White Sale, also a cake and
candy sale Saturday April Ord. All
orders for cakes, pies etc. will
please be left at Adams Candy
Kitchen.
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24
Whenever You weed a General Tonic
Take Groves

The Old Standard Groves Taste1ess
chill Tonic is equally valuable as a
General Tonic because it contains the
we'll known tonic properties ofQUININE
ard IRON. 1t acts on the Liver, Drives
out Malaria, Enriches the Blood and
Builds up the Whole System. so cents.
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24
Seed Corn

Whatley's Prolific Seed
corn. Grown on my own
farm and personally select
ed by me.
57-tf. Z. X. Farmer.
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FRIDAY:
For Sale,

| offer my home place on Sruth
Lee street for sale, all cash or
terms to suit purchaser.
A. H. ThuYmond.
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Early Amber and Orange
Sorghum at lowest prices.
Denmark Drug Co.

Mrs. W. L. Richie of MiIledge-
vile arrived in the city this after
noon to be the guests of Prof. and
Mrs. H, B. Richie.
To Let.-Three rooms for light
housekeeping. Bath, Hot and Cold
water, electric lights. Apply Ais
West Pine 57-tf
The Loyal daughters of tie
Christian Church will have a social
afternoon at the home of Mrs.
Raymond Davis Tuesday March
30. An interesting program; all
invited. Admission 1Oc.
The leader-enterprise. [volume] (Fitzgerald, Ga.) 1912-1915, 1915-03-24

DR.. E. j. Dorminy returned
from Atlanta this morning, where
he has been visiting Mrs. E. j.
DorminY, whom he reports as
much improved.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1915-01-30
WEST TOPSHAM

George II. Rice, who would have been
IS wears old had he lived until next
month, died Wednesday evening. He had
been in failing health for several years,
although he had done considerable work
during that time. Mr.. Rice was car
penter by trade and veteran of the Civ
il war. Many years of his life were
spent in Lebanon, y. H., where he worked
at his trade, but for many years he had
lived in Topsham and followed his voca-
ton in this vicinity. His first wife died
some time ago and his second survives,
with a daughter, Mrs. Carroll Button,
who lives in Orange. The funeral was
held to-day.
Ward Carpenter, who had stayed with
c. II. MeCriilis for a few days, returned
10 his home in Bradford the first Of the
week.
Hight brothers are cutting the maple
trees from the land that they bought
from the Howard place, not far east from
the mill near the river.
A church sociable was held in the hall
Wednesday evening and was largely at
tended
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1915-01-30
WOODBURY.

Miss Jean Darling returned Monday
from Barre, where she attended the
teachers conference and was an over
Sunday guest OF her parents.
Mrs. Warren Hayford OF Gilmore WAS
in in the place Wednesday.
Ed Weeks has moved from Felix Bout
ris' tenement to the mountain.
Mrs. N. A. Ross was called 70 Under
hill Saturday by the death OF her niece,
Luella Ross.
Mrs. G.. A. Hatch of East Calais was
a visitor in the place Monday and Tues
day.
Mr. and Mrs. w. II. Thomas were IN
Morrisville the latter part OF the week,
guests of relatives.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Baldwin are spend.
ing a few d2ys in Barre with Mr. and
Mrs. j. j. Jellyman.
Miss Mayme Smith, teacher in the in
termediate department, who has been
quite i'll during the past week, was able
TO resume her duties Thursday. Miss
Alice Foster substituted during Miss
Smiths illness.
Mrs. James Odgers of Mackville, Ar
thur Ainsworth and family were Sunday
visitors of Mrs. Sadie Ainsworth.
Matti Wilson has moved into the house
which he recently purchased OF Hiel
Carr.
The auditors have been busy this week
auditing the towns accounts.
Mr.. and Mrs. Earl Baldwin, Mrs. War
ner Thomas and daughter, Miss Ollie,
were in Hardwick Tuesday to attend the
funeral of Finley Greene.
j. w. Butterfield of North Montpelier
was in town Wednesday on business CON
nected with the schools.
Mrs. Mary Cohaski Of Calais was re-
cent guest of her daughter, Mrs. Viola
Goucher.
Miss Dorothea Ainsworth returned to
her home in South Woodbury. Monday,
after passing few days with her grand
mother, Mrs. Sadie Ainsworth.
John and Rome Van Ornam of Calais
were visitors Monday of Henry Weber
and family.