Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 32, Number 310, 22 December 1907 — Page 3

PACJK THREE. THOMPSON COLLECTIOII His Collection Showing Years of Work Is Held by Mrs. Bessie Stevens of Fort Wayne i Avenue.

THE RICHMOND PALLADIUM AXI) SUN-TELECJRA3.. SUXDA DKCE3IBEK 22, 1907.

HOW IN RICHMOND

Some very good collections of various objects are held in Richmond, several of which are more or less well known among collectors and those who care for various forms of this fascinating pastime, notably Mrs. DuHadway's collection of old china, Mr. J. F. Miller's Rockwood, Miss White's bookplates, Mr. J. E. iliff's old books which he presented a few years ago to the Earlham library and one or two others. Among these, howevfr, a miscellaneous collection of objects of art, furniture, etc., belonging to Mrs. Bessie Stevens of Ft. Wayne Avenue, inherited from an uncle, is not so generally known, and possesses added interest on account of the personality of the collector. Mr. Charles W. Thompson was one of these unique individualities, often found in large cities where the opportunity more frequently presents itnelf for the picking up of odd or curious things, who haunt old book and curio shops and who, not caring for any specialized form of collecting, bring together a lot of objects of art of one sort and another which often hare more decorative than absolutely intrinsic value. Mr. Thompson was a theatrical costumer although he confined his activities to designing, his designs being carried into effect by clever artisans, and through the medium of his business, came in contact with many notabilities, and others not so conspicuous, in the dramatic profession. His acquaintance was wide and, in the matter of collecting, his fancy roving, and while he accumulated many

SCION OF NOBILFTY DIES AS A STEWARD

Member of German Family Estranged, Ends Life in a Humble Position.

MYSTERY IS WELL GUARDED

f HERE IS A PROBABILITY THAT THE DECEASED IS A MEMBER OF THE SAME FAMILY AS THE HAGUE DELEGATE.

things that possess a mere purely personal color, there are many odd and charming knickknacks among them, with some others of considerable value. Mr. Thompson had a taste for ivories and possessed a collection of small figures elaborately carved, with a few miniatures, only one or two of which were brought by Mrs. Stevens from Xew York, where Mr. Thompson recently died. Mr. Thompson was a native of Cincinnati, but later went to Chicago and Xew York, having had a residence in the latter city for many years where he picked up a major portion of the things which took his fancy. The best of the collection consists in several solid mahogany chairs, hand-carved, with a table and one or two other pieces of furniture in the same wood; a few water-colors of the old school, one or two French prints, somiv fine steel engravings, two small tapestries, the ivories before referred to, with some oriental ware and porcelains, terra cottas and the like. It was the personality of the man that gave the whole character, howev

er. He began designing when a child j

and not the least interesting of Mrs. Stevens's possessions is a small box in, which are kept doll clothes and hats, some adorned with bits of real lace for Mr. Thompson had a passion for laces which indicated the ingenuity that later developed into so strong an

art sense. Some vases molded and j decorated by Mr. Thompson himself, i show his strong feeling for decorative

design and the whole is interesting to those who care for the attractive and unusual.

of Germany's delegation to the Hague conference, left his home in UrJ oggen came to America, went to work as a riding master in a Hoboken academy, and finally shipped as steward in a little fruit carrier, is to most who knew him here a mystery.

WIDOWERS ARE THE PRIZES IN LOTTERY

Widows Have Good Chance to Secure a Helpmate in Hoboken.

New York, Dec. 21. When the little Virginia of the Atlas, line came Into port from Santa Maria and Port an Prince with a cargo of bananas she brought news of the death of a scion of a noble German family who had been serving as a steward on board. To his fellow stewards and to the officers the young man was known as Walter Bieberstein. Just before he .led he confided to Captain Felix Jach, ommander of the vessel, that in redily he was Baron Waldcmar Alexander Walter alia von Beberstein, of Rosoggen, near Sensburg, Eastern Prussia. Papers Tell Story. Papers which he left e captain's rare to be forwarded to i.is relatives Dear out his statement. In the little packet which is now in the custody of the German consul general is a passport, a certificate from a ciergymau of Sensburg, several letters, some of which are from the young man's broth(r, and others in a feminine hand. These, with a postcard of the church M Stensburg, a photograph of his brother, and the latter's wife, complete the inventory of the contents of the packet. The young man intrusted the story of his life to Captain Jach, but this the captain declined to reveal. So that R'hy Baron Waldermar vou Bieberetein, a former officer in the Prussian army, and it is believed a member of the same noble family to which belong Baron Marschal von Bebersteiu, head

ORGANIZATION PERFECTED.

ITS MEMBERS COMPOSED OF WIDOWERS AND WIDOWS, WORK FOR THE INTERESTS OF LITTLE DAN CUPID.

New York, Dec. 21. The Widows' and Widowers' club of Hoboken has

been organized for the last three mouths at 60 Spring street. Already it has forty-five active members and their fifty-one children as associates. Some conception of its success can be imagined from the logbook which records that Mrs. Mabel Rogers, the first secretary, was married to Widower George Rooney, sergeant-at-arms, within a month after meetings began. At least four other equally beautiful romances have reached the stage where the parties at interest are shyly figuring whether it ought to be oilcloth or linoleum for the dining-room floor. "Down with the Sunrise Club, " "A, has the street-car courtship," "Help for the husbandless wife and the wifeless husband," "Let's get acquainted"

these are the watch words of the Widows and Widowers' association, and its litany. "Now, suppose you're a widow and you've got one or two or seven children," exclaimed the widower , president, Charles Langer, to the feminine,

Clothes to pay for at

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AS EVER $10.00 Suits $10.00 Overcoats $3.00 Pants $ 1 .00 Hats $2 and $3 Fancy Vests Better for the price than others can show.

914 Main

A LgjMiniSlf 8lll "The Hassenbusch Way" In a plain, straightforward way we explain the reason for this Mid-Season Marked-Down Sale. We give no "panic" story, no "overstocked manufacturer" who "needed money", but, in a word, we tIl the public that we want to stimulate trade. You know, and we know, that business hasn't been equal to the usual large volume, so as a special inducement we offer a discount of One Fourth from our regular pri es. In other words, on every $23 Worth of Furniture, Rugs or Carpets that you buy You Save $6,25; on every $50 Worth $12.50; on $100 Worth $2 " and so on In propoiton. That the Hassenbusch Policy of Always Telling the Truth is appreciated will be shown by the generous response of the people.

A Large, Strong Bamboo Easel Regular price 85c, now

5. $125

This handsome eight day Clock would be cheap for $5.50, now $3.25.

A Bed Davenport, $25.00

v JUUCH BY DAY AND A BED BY NIGHT" explains our DAVENPORTS. They have also a large close below in which to place bed clothes, dresses or any other commodity. The work automatically, and are upholstered in the best manner for comfort and service. They will accommodate two people for sleeping purposes, and also act as a divan so that six may be seated otherwise. We are showing a special line of these in oak frame, nicely finished and with Chase Leathe- upholstering, for $25.00. They are like cut except that they have no carv'ng. The construction is first class and fully warranted. Any room or corner where you put one of these Davenports, it will adorn and prove scrvlceavle. We have some forty-five different styles of Davenports which include all the various types and makes in the country.

ROMAN CHAIRS, always sold for $2.25 Now $1.75

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This Oak Corner Chair Like cut. a $3.50 value has been cut down to $2.00.

Rocking Chair, $1.65 This roc!:er made of good stock, has leather scat and worth $3, the go at this sale rr $1.65.

IffiSl(mlblffl(llll 505 and 507 Main Street

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doubtinc reporter who wanted to

know more about the club. '"You've got to work like a dog to keep 'em from freezing and their little stomachs from coming out through their backs. "Now," resumed Mr. Langner, '"here comes the Widows' and Widowers' association. It invites vou to become a member. It offers vou a place of meeting where you can find others like you of both sexes who will sympathize, give you aid. if need be, fraternize, socialize and perhaps, if real attachment springs up between you and some male member, it will lead to that happy connubial state which is the goal of every man and woman. "You meet this man decently and in good order. You have a chance to find out about him how many children he's got whether he has kept them well whether you could care for this man, and finally if it would be for your advantage to marry him. "We've decided that the only way we can preserve our identity as a moral, upright organization is by taking a new name and incorporating it at Washington, and so, after January 1, we'll be known as the Society of the Dawn of Hope."

Wasted Irony. ; ' 1

In

wasted irony. ; "How much money did you have in

the purse you lost?" Inquired a callow barrister of the prosecutrix in a larceny case reported in the London Telegraph. "Four shillings, two sixpences and a sovereign in gold." "Did you ever 6ee a sovereign la anything but gold?" "Yes. I once saw King Edward in a carriage."

Leaving Richmond 11:15 p. m. via C, C. & L. lands you in Chicago at 7:00 a. m. Through sleepers and coaches. You will like it apr6-tl

"Why do you dislike poetry so much ?" "Because." answered the man who uses scented hair oil, "when yon quote prose very few people can be sure it Isn't an original remark, but when you quote poetry every' body is wise on the instant." Washington star.

Pocket Knives All Styles Wood, Bone, Stag and Pearl Handles, in anything from one to four blades. Pilgrim Bros. 1 Cor. 5th & Main.

Your Idle Funds Should be at work earning interest for you. We call your attention to our Certificates Of Deposit They are payable on demand or at a stipulated time. Thus funds that you will not use for a few months can be made to earn interest. They are Issued in any amount. An ideal Christmas present one that will be appreciated.

Richmond Trust Company

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Xmas Table Furnishings Complete In every detail and all of the best quality obtainable. TURKEYS

DUCKS CHICKENS

DECORATIONS. Fancy Eastern Holly 15c lb., special prices in quantity. Holly and Pine Wreaths Needle Pine and Cedar Coiling Xmas Bells, Etc., Etc. We ask you to visit our store and see our display John UL Eggemeyer 4th and Main

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