he Skull) vtmtt wstwr. RALEIG-H, ST 0R,r-A.Y, .A.TTQ-TTST 8, 1891 3STO. 91 HEWS NOTES ABOUT THE CITY. What Our Reporters See and Hear Worth Giving to Our Headers News iu Brief The thermometer today was about ninety; pretty hot. Bee notice of Mre. flattie V. Waitt, administratrix. The track at the Exposition grounds will, when fixed up as intended, be one of the finest in the South. Swindell's new sign is up at the fcr mer Nome' Dry Goods Store on Fay etteville street. Help ont the soliciting committee of the Colored Agricultural and Me chanical College. The Governor this moruiug oiTered a reward of $100 for the arrest of Jos. Cass, of Iredell county, charged with the murder of W. G. Wooten. Swiuclell'snew establishment is now tearly completed. It is a magnili. cent store. We are going to tell the public all about it iu a day or so Trade has been as brisk today as could be expected tor the season. A considerable number of country peo pie are here. The Dentist Convention and the State Farmers Alliance will cause a big gathering . at Morehead next week The Richmond txcurtionists re turned to the city last evening about. 0 o'clock They report having had a most delightful time in the capital of the old Dominion. Nothing happened to mar the occasion in the leabt. The Hillsboro B'reet bridge is un derohig repairs, but this is 'penny wise and pound foolish." We need a new biidge and an iron one at that. Cheaper in the end. It is stated that Col. McClure edi tor of the Philadelphia Times has consented to deliver an address at the Inter State Exposition, October 20th. He will be warmly greeted. Rev. J. J. Hall. D.D , will preach morning and night at Metropoli tan Hall. The public are cordially invited. The Sunday School of the Baptist Tabernacle will meet in th hall at 9:15 a. m. One of the prettiest places of busi ness in the city now, is the State Treasurer's office. It has been com pletely renovated and is most admir ably arranged in all particulars. It is a private matter, and friend Raney may consider it none of our business, but, as the market house is to be painted, perhaps the landlord might agree to brush up the front of the Yarboro a little. It would im prove it wonderfully. A meeting of the Young Mens' Chris tian Association will be held tomor row evening at 5:80 o'clock, at the Sunday school room of the First Bap tist Church. All are invited to attend Mr. W. S. Primrose will lead the meeting. The pastors and Superin tendents of Sunday schools will con fer a favor by making this announce ment at the different churches tomor row. Attention is called to the advertise ment of the Raleigh Male Academy, of which Messrs Morson & Denson are Principals' This splendid school is one of the established institutions in our city and. is not behind any in the south in the matter of preparing the youth for college and the busi ness pursuits of life. Parents and guardians should consider well the opportunities it affords. Mr. A. B. La forme, Bostcn, Mass., says: I ordered and distributed one dozen large bottles of Brady crotiue among my friends afflicted with head ache, and in every case it has afforded almost instantaneous relief. Aug 4 6t W ood and Shingles for Sale. I have a nice lot of dfy pine wood, all sawed and split ready for stoves. Also best heart shingles at mill, west end oi nargen street, ou rauruau. jy23 80d L. H. ADAMS. Board of Aldermen Important Session. Tne regular monthly meeting of the Board of Aldermen was held last night. The monthly report of the finance committee w mide, and adopted. Alderman Strouaeh reported that much work had been done, fixing up washed out culverts &c. Police officer Willis was exonerated of charges preferred agaiust him by Alderman Robinson. At the instance of chief of police, the matter of extra force during the exposition was referred to the police committee with power to act. The market committee reported, recommending that the city building (market house) be paintedand reno vated. It was unanimously adopted. The lire committee recommended that the Rescue Steamer be repaired and equipped with new section hose. The report was rejected, and Alder man Womble moved to take the steamer out of service. This failed. On an explanation from Chief. Engel hard the report of the committee was reconsider d and adopted. A report of the finance committee was made stating that there was not sufficient funds in the Treasury to consummate the purchase of the Pollen property for the auditorium site and that they were unable to contract a debt by note or otherwise They therefore moved that the mat ter of building an auditorium be sub mitted to a vote of the people in or der that the land could be secured legally. The reccommendation was adopted and a motion prevailed that the time of holding the election and the amount of bonds to be issued be referred to the finance committee. Mr. N. B. Broughton resigned as a member of the Board of Equaliza tion, and Mr. Jesse A. Jones was elected in his place. A statement was read from Mr. J. D. Turner trustee of the Ral eigh Cornet Band, that they had the instruments and uniforms of the band which had cost $1,050, and on which there was about $100 due. 1 hey asked that the city assume the debt, and stated that the band would at once be organized. Otherwise the instru ments would have to be sold. The petition was referred to the finance committee. A petition was read from Mr. John, C. George, of the Raleigh Street Rail way, asking that the time for com pletion be extended to September 1st, and stating that the system would certainly he completed by that time, and probably by Aug. 15th. The pe tition was granted. LETTER FROM MR. SPENCE. He Explains About Uis Trip A letter was received last evening from Mr. Neill A. Spence, our enter prising young man who, in company with our enegetio young friend Mr. Will Wynne, is now on a bicycle tour to the north. The letter is dated August 6th, and Mr. Spence says: I received a telegram asking why I took the train. I was compelled to get somewhere to have my bicycle repaired. The last five hours I run it I had to pull going down hill and I had a rather hard jaunt. You know I could not run nothing like that. The balls running through it crooked like it had bursted open. I will get it fixed August 7th, and will go on to New York if my bicycle don't break so I cant. I only rode on cars about 60 miles. If I could have come to some turnpike road I would like to have rode over it if my wheel was in fix. No one could expect me to ride ou a trip like this unless my bicycle was in first class running order. There need not be any sensation about my taking the train. They should know my wheel is wrong or 1 played out. Nbiii A. Sfkncb. Big bargains in all kinds of summer millinery at Miss Magqtb Rkesb's, jy7tf 209 Fay etteville St. Election of Officers. The State Tobacco Convention at Morehead City has elected the follow ing officers: President. John 8. Lockhart, of Durham. , Vice Presidents-J. R Gaatrell, of Tarboro; R. P. Watkins, of Asheville; and J. P. Taylor, of Henderson. Secretary and Treasurer G. E. Webb, of Winston. It is much to be regretted that Ral eigh did not have a larger attendance. WINSTON AGAINST WASH INGTON CITY. Hardware, &c. To Conic off in Kaleigh The following was received here this afternoon : Winston will play Washington City in Raleigh Monday and Tuesday next Washington has sent for more tine prayers, and Winston will have a tus ' sle. W. A. Baity, Man. Winston Baseball Team. A Handsome Compliment. We have been shown a most beau tiful gold breast pin which was pre sented last night by the members of Ruth Lodge, Daughters of Rebekah to our esteemed friend, Jasper M. Mc Rary, who was Noble Grand during the last term. The design is a dove surmounting a bundle of 6ticks with the letters F. L. T. It was quite a surprise to Mr. McRary who is natur ally a modest gentleman, but it was a compliment that all will agree was deserved. The presentation was made by Grand Secretary Woodell. The pin was purchased of Mr. Thos. W. Blake, our popular Jeweler. The World's Fair. We notice a communication in the columns of our highly esteemed con temporary, the News and Observer this morning, suggesting that the World's Fair Commissioners and their alternates, together, with the Gov ernor, and others interested hold a conference with a view of determin ing a policy for action. We consider this suggestion a most admirable one and we think it should be carried out duiing the approaching exposition. No one who takes the pains to look in to the matter carefully can doubt that the decision of the Governor, under the circumstances was right, but it does not alter the fact that it leaves us in a delicate situation as to the part North Carolina is to take in the great show. Some steps should be taken as soon as possible. Weather Crop Bulletin. The bulletin for the week ending last night shows a continued unfavor able condition of the crops. Cotton throughout the State is going to weeds and does not fruit well. , The following are the figures for the State at large. Cotton 74; corn 84; tobacco 8(1 I Eastern district Cotton 71; corn 81 ; tobacco 86; grass 90; 40 reports, 20 counties. Central district-Cotton 73; corn 83; tobacco 81; grass 1)1; '0 reports; 22 counties OgWestern district Cotton 74; corn 88; tobacco 88; grass 9v; 00 reports re ! ceived representing 22 counties. I The condition of crops is made on a basis of 100. Best condition, 1C0 Excellent condition, 90 to 100 Good condition, 80 to 00 Fair condition, 70 to 80 i Poor condition under 70 The Horth Carolina Teacher. The July number of the North Car olina Teacher comeBtous fresh and bright, with a full repoit of the doings of the eighth annual session of the Teachers Assembly. It is an interesting number. Personal mention. Dr. J. H. Crawford leaves this af ternoon for the Southern Dental As sociation to convene at Morehead City on Tuesday, August 11th. Col. L. L. Polk is in the city. Dr. T. L. Banks, of Panther Branch township, was in the city y ester, lay afternoon. Joseph Daniels Esq , has returned from the Tobacco Convention. Mrs. Key, wife of Bishop Key, of the M. E, Church, South, died recent ly, aged 58 Mr. W. G. Brinson, of New Berne, has been in the city recently consult- ing Dr. Lewis about a trouble in one of his eyes. He has returned home as we learn, much encouraged Wait for the grand excursion to run Aug. 12 by Hope for All Lodge, 2645, Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, to Richmond and returning 14th over the Raleigh and Gaston Railroad. Fair for round trip $2:50. Special arrangements will be made for ladies and children. Special cars for white people and special cars for col ored people. Those who went to Rich niond last August on the excursion run by the Odd Fellows, will remem ber the nice time and are earnestly requested to wait for Aug. 12, as this promises to be equally as good if not better. For further particulars apply to Maurice Watts and Warren A Al ston, Raleigh, N. C. Oil, That Special Sale. The very best fall calicos at 3 cents a yard on next Thursday at Swindell's new store on Fayetteville street, one day only; sale opens at 9 in tin morn ing and closes at 6 in the evening, and but ton yards will be s jld to each cus tomer; those are 8 cent call oe.', and you get a dress for thirty eeuts, a sa ving of 5rt cents, all the popular brands of c ilico will be in this sale. There will be no crowding, as our stote will be large enough to accom modate the cowd For 8 cents a yard you buy the b st calico made at j 8windell's New Store next Thursday; 1 remember the date. Don't buy c ir j pets till Swindell's new stock q. tinea in, then you can be suited Will have the largest and nicest stock of carpet-, rugs and curtains you ever saw in Raleigh Respect fully, I). T. SWINDKnL, SPECIAL NOTICES. All trimmed millinery to be closed out for cost and less, at Miss Maggie Rkksk's, jy7tf 209 Fayetteville St. Have your lace curtains done up at the Oak City Steam Laundry in first class style. L. R Wyart's special horse and cow food going like hot cakes. A trial will convince you that it is the best on the market. mhl9 tf Ice. Ice may be had at our cellar under Barbee & Pope's confectionery store, near Savings Bank, tomorrow and every day hereafter. Those wishing it sent out in quantities will please send orders to Jobbs & Powbll. Ice Cellar. Ice in any quantity, also fresh fish daily, at my cellar No S23, 8. Wil mington Street. Orders filled prompt ly. T. E. SorrbIiL. je8 tf. Mr A. Dughi receive I another lot of tine California pears to day. Celery Plants. White Plume, Golden, Self Blanch ing. Large, white, solid, strong plants 50c per 100. H. Stbikmbm, jy20 2w Florist. Table Linens, We now have the most complete line of table linens that has ever been shown in this city. These goods are at lower prices than under the old tariff, and those who have any pre parations to ui.ike in this line for the exposition, should come and buy now. The best possible values in Turkey Red table cloths at 25 cents 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 per yard. For towels we have four grand values, one an extra large all linen towel at 15 cents. An other lrge damask towel with tied fri' ge at 20 cents. Theri two very large towels, one a damask and one a buck at 25 cents each. In white linen ta ble cloths, at 40 and f,0 cents per yard, the widest, and the best, qualities ever shown at the prices " , W. H. & R. S. Tuckbr & Co. w ATER COOLER5, Galvanized arid rnrrelair. Lineo BIU8S PRESERVING KETTLES. PORCELAIN LINED PRESERVING KETTLES. MASON'S PORCELAIN AND GLASS TOP FRUIT JARS STEP LADDERS FLY TRAPS. FLY FANS. WHITE MOUNTAIN ICE CREAM FREEZERS. rBOMAS P, BRIGGS SONS, RALEIGH, N C. MISS MAGGIE EESE, Milliner v, n&siw. I MPORTED AND DOMESTIC TRIMMED L Hats and Bonnets. The greatest variety of fancy straw braids in the desirable shades of grey, tan, black, dec.- for Ladies, Misses and wee little ones. All THE NEW SHADES In chiffon and other trimming materials ; flowers in profusion, so very natural you wonder nature does not also yield its per tuiue. 4 Complete Line of Infant's fine crepe de chene and muslin caia and shirred hats. HAIR GOODS, Rushings, a beautiful line of all kinds of Ties. All the new hair ornaments, bracelets, jewelry, ifcc, etc. Stamped linens, embroidery materials, wools and zephyrs, Prices reasonable and satisfaction guaranteed. Miss MAGGIE REESE, 209 Fayetteville St. April 8 tf. Raleigh, N. O. Dry CJoorig, Notions, &c. W. H. ? R. S.TUCKER r. CO. This Week. Continuation of our SPECIAL SALE OF Embroidered Skirtings. DURING THIS WEEK 0 we will continue the Special Sale of Embroidered Skirtings, which began last Monday, and since that day we have sold a number of the belter gradss. THE WET WEATHER 0 has been somewhat against the sale of tine white goods, and not wishing to carry over a single piece, we are now offering them at lower prices than ever before. WE HAVE PLACED THESE0 Skirtings upon counters just at the b ayettoville street door, and we wish every lady in Kaleigh who appreciates a rare bargain to examine what we oiler in this line. E MEMBER that there has never been such an op portunity offered in this city to buy fine , v-iwii uiviiiiiig at sucn 10W prices. ff. H, & I S. Tmler; & Ct, R IMS! f Vf

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