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THE LARGEST CITY CIRCULATION ENABLES THE TIMES' WTHONS TO SECURE THE BEST BE8ULTS. 'NOTHING 8UOOEE08 a LTKE SUCCESS." IF TOD WANT TO SUCCEED ADVERTISE IN THE DAILY TIMES. mwm. Vdl.i. CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION, v For Carriers and Clerks in the Classified Po8tofflce. The United States Civil Service Com mission has ordered that an examination be held by its ' local board in this in city in Saturday, December 4, 1897, commencing at 9 o'clock a. m., for the grades of clerk and carriers in the classified poetoffice service. Only citizsns of, the United States can be examined. The age limitations for this examination are as follow b": For o'.erk, 18 years, no limit; for carrier, 91 to .40 years No application will be accepted for this ex amination unless filed with the under signed, on the proper blank, before the hour of closing business on November 13, 1897. Applications should be filed promptly in order that time may remain for correction if necessary; The Commission takes this opportunity of stating that the examinations are open to all reputable citizens of the Uni ted States who may desire to enter the service, without regard to their poli tical or religious convictions. All such citizens are invited to apply. They shall be examined, graded, and certified with entire impartiality, and wholly without regard to any consideration save their efficiency, as shown by the grades their obtain in the examination. For application blanks, full instruc tions, and information relative to the duties and salaries of the different posi tions, apply to E. R. Ellis, Sec'y Board Ex. Postal Service. PostofBco address, Raleigh, N. 0. Lye Thrown in Her Face. Washington, D. 0., Oct. 21. Yester day afternoon about 3 o'clock, Maud Brown and Lulu Carter, colored servants in the employ of Charles H. Rldenour, living at 2027 Q street northwest, en- r n rrA tit a ill Of pal TVia vfila fx" AT a A . ing some floor cleaning at the time, for which they used concentrated lye. As the quarrel progressed a cupful was thrown in Lulu Carters face. The burn ing liquid spread over the girls face and head, and resulted in dreadful suffering. Lulu left the house and went to her home, where she was arrested later in the day by officer Garvey. The injured girl was taken to the Emergency Hos pital in the patrol wagon from the Third Precinct Hsr face, particularly about the mouth, was eaten by the lye, and she will piobp.bly lose several of her front teeth. Her hair was burned off in places, and her whole head and face greatly swollen. Fortunately her eyes are not dangerously injured. She was taken to her home after treatment. Lulu Carter made no attempt to avoid arrest When taken to the police sta tion, she was found to be suffering from burns on her face which the flying lye had made. She was attended by Dr. Stewart and afterward locked up. Held for Attempted Assault. l orfolk, Va., Oct 20. A sensation has been sprung here by the arrest of T. Q Thompson, a well known young man, train dispatcher for the Norfolk and Western Railroad, on the charge of felonious assault upon Naomi Wood, an eighteen year-old orphan girl. The case will come up for hearing to morrow, and Tnompson Is in jiil unable to obtain bail It is charstfd that the man found. the girl on the street last night looking for a place to s'ay all night lie, unaer tnt pretense of taking her to a boarding- bouse, lured her into a huse or m-rame Her screams attracted tha attention of the matron, who joined in the warrent for h'a arrest, which Mlowtd evera hours later. The penalty for tho crimr in this State is dtvUb. It is aaid Thomp son will endoavor to prove black mail. ' Crystal Maze at Fair Grounds, Wten yon visit the fair grounds you "should soe the Crystal Maze by all means Take yonr friend with you, and you will see more fun for a little money than you ever dreamed of before. The Maze oqo of the boat attraction on the grounds and we advise everyone to see it M James F. Birr;, the manager, is no fair fakir, but a very clever gentle man, who la conducting a worthy onier- prise. If yon want to laugh, y ;n shotfd visit the Mazv , Mr. J. T. White, of Asheboro, Ni 0, who has been visiting hia daughter, Mrs. W. H. Blaylock, at 820 East Cabarrus 8treV left for home laa.t night Mr. White waa unfortunate enough to have hia pocket picked of 130. . TO ke.Warren's, a Murderer, in Danger. TOOK SHERIFF'S LIFE EXCITED MOB OF CITIZENS THREATEN ' THE JAIL Warren, Who Had Been Arrested by the Sheriff, Shot and Instantly Killed Him. Murderer Also Shot. Manhattan, Kan., 0jt. 21. A crowd crowd of excited citieens thronged the streets here yesterday in the vicinity of the county jail, threatening summary vengeance upon Ike Warren, the mur derer of Sheriff T. B. Lard, who was killed yesterday at Lconarcbvillo, a vil lage twenty miles northwest of Manhat tan. Warren, who had been arrested by the sheriff, shot the latter, killing him, and attempted to escape. His flight was topped by Banker Sparks, of Leonards ville, who sent a bullet into the mur derer. A summary lynching was pre vented only by the hurried removal of the prisoner to Manhattan. News of the crime was telegraphed here, and when tho train tearing the murderer arrived at 8:30 o'clock, a crowd of 600 men eurronnded the station, The cry of "Lynch him" was immediately eeard, and the crowd gathered in upon the prisoner. The six deputy she iffs who had Warren in custody drew their revolvers, and threatened to shoot the Bret man who made a hostile mova. The murderer, who was shaking with fright, was drawn to an omnibus, tin six depu ties jumped in; the horses were lashed nto a run, and the reins were not drawn until the county jail was reached. The mob followed, and soon surrounded the sountr, demanding the life of thomur lerer. Deputy Marsh told them that the murderer would probably die of his wounds, and this setmed to quiet the jrowd for a time. At 11 o'clock it is re ported that several secret meeting are being held with the intention of organiz ing for a lynching. Adroit Woman Swindler. Cleveland, Ohio, Oct. 21. The United 3tates secret service officers and pension examiners are hunting .for a very adroit woman swindler. She first made hor'ap pearance at a Denison avenue Irme late in the evening, claiming to have fallen out of her carriage and injured her leg. fte remained a week at the house; and then, having borrowed $50, fled. Later she appeared as tho widow of Gen. Wbitaker, and claimed to be a spe clal ' United States penrion inspector, with power to raise and cut pensions. In .bis way she literally coiued money. She oas operated in several northern Ohio towns, including Seville, Lodi, Worces tur, Doyle stown, M.dica and El)ria. iler invariable introduction is to repre rant that her carriage has broken down tod that sho is in med of temp rary re iief. Her aliases are Mrs. Gen. Porter, Mrs. Gen. Poole, Mrs. Gen. Whltaker, Mrs. Anna May, Mrs. Mary Kotk, and lire. D E. Park. A oipias has been issued for her arrest in this city. Rocky Branch In Town. Yesterday morning at 8:15 o'clock, at the corner of Davie and ' MoDoweil streets, the main p'pe of tie city water works burst, the ater rushing down the gutter towards the city lot, remind wt one of Rooky branch. Street Com missloner Blake went immediately to in fotm Superintendent MoPheeters, of the waterworks. Shoull a fire oocur it the city before the leak Is re paired, it would be impossible to got dlreot pressure, and property would be IIS EH at the mercy ot the flames. RALEIGH, N, C, FRIDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 22, 1897. THE WEATHER. For Raleigh and Vicinity: Showers To Morrow; Fair Salurday: cooler. For North Carolina: Partly cloudy to-night and Saturday. Conditions: Small amounts of rain occurred during the past 24 hours at Eastern and Southern stations, A slight storm storm seems to be forming in the east Gulf, and in the extreme northwest a considerable barometric depression has appeared, which is causing southerly winds and rising temperature west of the Mississippi. In the central valley the weather is and cool. The conditions in the east continue unsettled and the weather is generally cloudy from North Carolina northward. Clear weather prevails in the Gulf States, except over Southern Florida. Dangerous Walls. The removal of the walls of the old carriage factory on Morgan street should not be delayed a single day. They stand like a stupendous deadfall ready to drop, and when they do, something else may be heard to "drap," in the shape of a a lawsuit by somebody's executor. "An ounce of prevention" had better be ad ministered at once, as no amount of 'cure" can bring a mangled corpse back to life. Pickpockets In the City. ' Raleigh has been visited this week by the usual annual influx of pickpockets These light fingered gentry seem to have been more industrious this year than usual, and a goodly number of visitors and homefolk were robbed on the street, cars, in the fair grounds and in the city. A gentleman from Asheboro, yester day had bis pocket relieved of $30. An other from New Light township, lost about $12, and Beveral others on the same car lost smaller amounts. It a great pity that these thieves can not be captured and placed in the pen! tentiary or on the roads, where they rightfully ought to be. Jndge Shepherd's Purchase. Tho old Pescud house, which was re cently removed from the corner of Wii mington and North streets to a portion of the same lot on North Wilmington street, has been purchased by Ex Chief Justice Shepherd. The residence in question has been fitted up with all mod ern improvements, replastered and other wise improved, and is one of the most valuable pieces of property in Ri'eigh. Though he will not move in at once, the many friends of Jadge Shepherd are glad to hear that he will permanently reside in our city. Mayor Russ' Court. In the mayor's court today, one white man was fined $5.25 for disorderly con duct, and another $3.25 for the same offence. A hack driver paid $5.25 for reckless driving, and a colored lady con tributed $3 25 for being drunk and dis orderly. B asides these, there was a numerous collection of gentlemen who were put in the lock-up to cool off and released when able to navigate. Stands by Its Faith. Chicago, Oct. 21. The Moridan Con fession of Faith of the Universalis church, proposed two years ago and up for ratification yesterday before the biennial General Conference, was re jected by an almost unanimous vote, but one delegate of the ninoty four support ing it A substitute confession of faith wai afterwards proposed, which likewise failed of passage. The vote stooi 70 for to 82 aga ust, but there are twelve nou voting delo gates, the necessary two-thirds require ment was not met, and the substitute was lost. Tbe church now stands with its old confession of faith. After tho vote was completed a motiou to reconsider was carried, and the matter with be bronghtjup for further debate to morrow. Woodward-Warren Company. Metropolitan Opera House was packed last night, every foot ot available apace beinc taken. Guy Woodward and his excellent company kept the large audi ence convulsed with laughter from start to finish. The p'ay presented was "Cheek," and was most admirably ren dered, too. This company ia too well known to need any mention at our hands. At the matinee to morrow (Saturday) evening "The Man From Paris" will be presented. Price 10 and BO 'cents. "Our Strategists" ia the play for to-night , AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY. Last Night's Election of Officers-John S. Cuningham, President. In the hall of the House of Represen tatives last night, the North Carolina Agricultural Society held its annual meeting. Hon. Richard H. Battle, of this city, who has bo ably filled the office of presi dent, declined a re election, and nomi nated Col. John S. Cuningham, of Per son county, as his successor. : Col. Cun ingham was elected by acclamation. He is one of the most successful farmers in this State and is said to be the largest tobflPECo planter in the worH. Mr. John Nichols, the efficient and energetic secretary, was honored with are-election. The vice presidents, who were re elect ed by acclamation, are: R. H. Battle, of Wake; K. P. Battle, of Orange; Bene hah Cameron, of Orange, and Julian S. Oarr, of Durham. The district vice presidents are as fol lows: First district, W. R. Capehart. Second district, L. L, Staton. Third district, W. J. Green. Fourth district, J. M. Crenshaw. Fifth district, L Banks Holt. Sixth district, W. A. Smith. . Seventh district, E. B. 6. Humbly. Eighth district, 8. F, Patterson. Ninth district, George Weston. When a resolution of thanks to tho retiring presidont, Mr. Battle, it was adopted by a rising vote. " Said Pasha " at Matinee To-Morrow To morrow afternoon the Wilbur Opera Company will give a matinee, presentiug the opora "Said. Pasha." This is consid ered the best opera in the repertoire of the Wilburs, and a great many requests have been mado that it be repeated. The prices will ba twenty-five cents all over the house, without any reserved seats. This is a special inducement to ladies and children. The curtain will go up at 2:15 p. m. Fatally Injured by Thieves. Montrose, Pa., Oct. 21. A. J. Fopper. a wealthy famer of Rush, this county, died to-day from injuries received last night at the hands of thieves. Last evening his aged step mother loft him in the barn husking corn, and late in the night she missed him. She found her son in the barn, bound hand and foot, with his skull crushed in. Near him lay a heavy club. A search of his clothing revealed $80. which had not beon dis turbed. It is the theory of the authorities that he was attacked with the intention of robbing him and then looting the house, but that the thieves were frightened away before they could carry out their purpose Pepper had the reputation of carrying considerable money about him, and was in the habit of keeping money about the house. A NEW SINGER. A Rival to the Famous " Patti " Now Ap pears. Chicago, .Ojt. 21, "A new Patti," was the comment heard to-night at Central Music Hall, the comparatively unknown songstress to whom the phase was ap plied beiug a bright-eyed, dark-haired young woman, with a voice of wonderful rango, great power, and si-gtilar purity and evenness. There was no mistaking the enthusiasm of the audience, particularly when the singer, without apparent effort, finished an "Ave Maria," the soar of which touched high C. The occasion had been but litttle her alded, and the surprise to night was for that reason all tbe more unexpected. It was tbe first appearance in public of Miss Bessie O'Brien, a native of Springfield Illinois. She has been for two years in Paris, studying under the direction of the famous Marquis de Oastrone and Mme. Mathilde MarohesL Table Linen, Eto. Housekeeper In ntei of table linen blanket, eto., would do well to take a look at advertisement of the Lyon Racket store, where special bargains are offered THE ROCK QUARRY Machinery. Will be Sent for Monday. GOOD STREET WORK LONG UNDERGROUND DRAIN TO BE RUN ON BLOUNT STREET. Newbern Avenue Next In Order-Grading on Other Streets Will be Taken up Very Shortly and Pushed. On Monday, Mr. Charlas Wallen will go up to Greystone to pack the machin ery, which was recently purchased by the city of Raleigh from the Greystone Granite and Construction company. The machinery in question will be used for quarrying purposes at the old rock quarry in this city. Engine houses are already being erected to hold the appa ratus when it arrives. It will be deliv ered here by the company, and Mr. Wal len has been employed to ship it by Mr. John H. Winder, who is winding up the affairs of the old company, Mr. John Johnson will superintend che quarrying operations in this city. He is an expert in tho business, and will doubtless make an efficient manager. To-day a Times reporter called on Chairman Drewry, of the street com mittee, to get a few points on the plan for immediate operations. lie says work will begin on Blount, at the intersection of Peace street. At the big oak on the comer of Blount and Edentons treets, a large underground drain will be sunk and run all the way down Blount to Cabarrus street, about three quarters of a mile. Blount will be made twelve feet wider at Peace street Work will begin there next week, and run all the way to South street at the other end of the city. In about thirty days work will begin on .Newbern avenue, ana ciner inor- oughfares will be taken up soon thereaf ter and improved. Oar city has reason to be proud of her progressive board of Aldermen. AT THE ACADEMY LAST NIGHT. "Olivette" Presented by tbe Wilbur Opera Company to a Packed House. At the Academy of Music last night, the Wilbur Opera Company presented ' Olivette " in a pleasing and most scien tific manner to a large audienco. The house was literally packed, and it was difficult to even obtain standing room. To night the company will present 'Carmen," and no doubt the houso will be packed, as it will be a rich treat . THEY WERE INFIDELS. Two Mecklenburg County Teachers Have Their Licenses Revoked. The Charlotte News says; Two teach ers in the public schools of Mecklen burg county are to be hereafter dobarrei for an unusual reason. One of these etchers is whi e ard the other is colored The fact that these teachers were infidels came to the ears of Prof. H A Grey, county fcupeiint judcnt of public schools, and he wrote State Supeaintendent Me bBuo, that there were two teachers in this couuty charged with infidelity and a'heism and in his opinion they were without moral status and that their cer tificatcs should be revoked, as he did not consider them fit teachers of the coming citizens of North Carolina. Superintendent Mebane replied that he endorsed Prof. Grey's views on the subject, and that only persons of good moral character should be permitted to teach.; Prof. Grey has notified both of these teachers of his intention, revoke their lioenses. The license "ot11 the colored teaeher has expired, and it will not be renewed. Mr. W. N. Brock well, formerly of Ral elgh, but now a proof reader in the Gov ernment printing office at Washington City, is paying the fair a flying visit. No. 47. SESSION OF BOARD OF AGRICULTURE. Accepts Furniture for Museum-ToElect an Engineer. The Board of Agriculture was in ses sion to day . The furniture for the State Museum was accepted, and routine busi ness transacted. Most of the matters which came up were referred to special committees. Messrs. Benninger and Morse, two expert dairymen from Penn sylvania, were given a hearing by the Board. These gentlemen urged that dairying institutes be regularly held at intervals, in different sections of the State, for the purpose of giving instruc tion to farmers in that science, which should include the treatment of cattle, the making of cheese, etc. The board also gave a committee power to appoint an engineer to the run the heading plant of the building. The next meeting will be held in December. BLUE MOUNTAIN JOE'S SHOW. A Large and Well Pleased Crbwd At tended the Show Last Night. Another large and well pleased au dience attended the above show last night. Eddie McDadd, the clever come dian, made a big hit and kept the au dience in convulsions of laughter. Every thing presented by this company is strictly first class, moral and refined and well worthy the patronage of all. The orchestra of eight pieces is a particularly fine organization and render the most popular selections. For to-night an entire change of program will be iven. Saturday afternoon a special matinee will bo given especially for ladies and children, and as an extra at traction a grand balloon ascension with parachute drop will be given by Prof. Thompson. All can witness this event without leaving their seat9. Remember the location on Salisbury street, rear Suprema Court buildings. Admission free. Seats 10 cents. PERSONALS. Mr. Oliver n. Dockery, Jr., is in the city. Major Grahsm Daves, of Newbern, is here. Sanator Marion Butler is here for the Fair. Mr. C. L. B'acknall, of Kittrell, is in the city. Dr. F. A Macon, of Hendewoa, is in the city. Mr. H. H. Mtrtindale is registered at the Yaiboro. Hon. Fwd A. Woodward, of Wilson, is here. Mr. J. Crawford Biggs, Mayor of Ox ford, is here. Mr. P. W, McGowan, of Portsmouth, Va , is in the city. Mr. James S. McAllister, of Worth- ville is at the Yaiboro. Mrs. John Battle, of Edgecombe coun ty, is visiting Mrs. Pittinger. Mr. S. Brown Shepherd is down from Chapel Hill for a few days. Miss Evie Prescott, of Alexandria, Va.; is visiting Mrs. R. C. Badger. Dr. F. P. Hobgood, principal of Ox ford Femala Seminary, is in the city. Mies Bertha Stephens, of Smithfleld, is visiting Miss Dixie Moore, in this city. Our old friend, John Wilbor Jenkins, of the Charlotte news, is here "taking notes." MessrsXigene Holt, of Burlington,and W. E Holt, Jr., of Lexington, are at the Yarboro. Mrs. Jas, Carroll's mother, Mrs. Wall, her friends will be glad to know, is very much improved. The venerable Jos'ah Turner, of Hills boro, once famous as editor of the Raleigh Sentinel, is here. Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Walker, of Milton, are in the city, visiting Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Walker on West Cabarrus street. Mr. John H. Pearson, of Burke, whom Governor Russell recently appointed Railroad Commissioner, ia registered at the Yartjoro. Mr. Joseph B. Willis, of Smyrna, Is in the city taking in the rights. He Is city, stopping with his cousin, Mrs. H.; B, Huggtna, ' ;
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