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Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1833-11-22
[From the National Gazette.

"a.
OF the splendid display OF meteors, they are some
times called, shooting stars, which exhibited this
morning within the compass of our horizon I can relate
the following particulars
About quarter past five o'clock this morning being
awake, blaze of light filled the window, which in all re-
specs resembled the effect produced by fash of Iph
ming was soon informed that there was an uncommon
appearance OF shooting stars In order 10 obtain full
view OF this brilliant scene took position in the open
air, and in conjunction with person near me- counted
The number which appeared in five minutes The number
amounted TO eighty at least; but sometimes several
would TALL at one me and frequently in opposite portions
oil the heavens Is most probable that many escaped
our observation. cannot say at what in the morn.
ing they began to be displayed in such numbers;
had they appeared hour before my first
TONS yet visible at half past six o'clock we
may estimate the whole period Of their continuance at two
and hall hours During this time, allowing eighty have
appeared in five minutes throughout, the number Of de-
scending meieors must have amounted up ards of two
thousand (2l60 In eevery respect they resembed the
phenomena OF shooting stars observed when the sky is
clear, the stars shining brilliantly, and the wind high
The line OF descent was rectnear the from the d
recon OF the zenith towards the horizon and gene
rally in line varying from 10 to As degrees from ver-
cal line. Many Tell in direction directly downward TO.
wards the earth. Much diversity OF and of the de-
gree oil brliancy was observed, whilst many in tbei
sudden transit would exhibit only train of pale Lie bt but
well defined; others, bursting suddenly upon the sight
would blaze spenddly through the whole their
course, mpcssng the eye for lew moments with the an
OF brilliant line oHght Judging from the blaze
olght which filled window as above alluded IN youJ
venture 10 sate that large and brilliant "a
10 dnse strong light through the atmosphere and upon
the ground and objects thereon IL was impossible
these appearances without being strongly
with the splendor and sublimity of the scene.
As the approached his rising the number
oil falling meteors which appeared, diminished, though
perhaps there was no real dminuon of the frequency Of
their occurrence as less were in of the
superior light oil the sun Even, however about O'Clock
observed one OF very uncommon splendor some what
southwest OF the zenith, and shooting in direction to.
wards the western point of the horizon The path which
passed through was visible by whitish light for nearly
sixty seconds of time Not long after this time the eve
could trace their longer, the SUM- which all
other lights must yield, having dused their paths
higher degree of illumination
The sky, during the whole time of this remarkable ex-
hibiton, was bright and without cloud the wind was chill
y and fresh; and the mercury of Faheneis
ranged al ABOUT IS or 4O degrees. w.
Philadelphia, Wednesday, Nov. 49, 1888
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To Me Editors of Me Lunchbnrr IIirri

To The Editors of the Lynchb,ug Virginian
Gentemen:-On this morning, Nov. 13,) between 2
beautiful display Of electrical excitement in the upper
gions oil the atmosphere probably exceed in neres,
by the similar meteorc phenomenon OF Nov 1902
AT 10 o'clock last night was struck with the uncom.
mon transparency OF the atmosphere and brilliance of the
stars Soon after having my attention thus called 10 the
peculiar state of the air, felt slight repetition of the ire
muous motion Of the earth, which has repe aedly been
observed in this vicinity OF late.
The shooting stars, OF which we had so impressive AN
exhibition this mornings made their first appearance in
our hemisphere between and O'clock but did not
nohce them until about o'clock. From The num-
Der and brightness Of the meeors, the sight was at that
time indescnbaby beautiful Their general course vas
from the southeast 10 the northwest of our zenith Thev
first into view 20 or 80 degrees 10 te eas, Of o
celestial meridian, and extended their flight 40 or go de-
grees TO the west Of it, Their general mofion vyas
probably horizontal although, from the position of the
observer they seemed TO falITheir path was marked
by train oil light which mos brilliant near tle
point OF their disappearance, continuing from 3 10
or seconds, and spsngliDg the heavens with long
bright ddses ofght, resembling III their form the marks
made the window, by the first drops of shower dri
against the glass. The color of The light was gene.
rally pure white, but sometimes tinged with reJdis
hue aud so great was the number and frequency of the
illuminate the night sensibly boueh slight
y. The average flight of each ball was over an arc ot
about 80 degrees The phenomenon was most
TO the South and West OF Lynchburg at an elevation Of
from 30 10 90 degrees The meleors vanished from sight
without visible audible explosion, and for the nosl
part without ssNillations
No appearance Of the Aurora Boe,s wa observed nor
the slightest vapour Of any kind. The air continweJ ~
on the evening before entirely pelucI.
AT half past o'clock the thermometer stood AT 81 de-
gees Fshr the barometer al 20 inches and tenbs and
the hygometer about % degrees. No change was no.
hceable In the magnetic dip, variation or intestv GoLt
iea elecirometers excited by touch Bennetps
placed on the prime conductor with tho cushion insulated
rose on slight motion Of the machine. The pendulum
oil DE Luc's dry pile was accelerated.
Your most obi sery't, T. g. SMITH
Lynchburg, November IL.
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I'D RUNAWAY IN JAIL.-A Negro man, who calls
H0 himself MOSES, was committed to the Jail of Han
over, county, as runaway on the 29h day Of August
last, who says he belongs Mrs Ann Pleasanis OF the
county OF GOochand; he apprehended in the Stage
road, leading from Richmond TO pa
per found in his possession, which aerw ards acknow.
lodged to be forgery granting him permission TO 70 to
the City oil Washington, in the OF Ann Peasants
The said slave appears to be about forty years old, of
middle stature, very black and when committed hat,
ry appearance OF having been accustomed working in
COAL has several scars about the hands and rs aud had
OH when committed blue cloth coat, and grew cassnet
panaloons and an old fur hat together with age KNAPP
sack, containing variety Of clothing. The owner is re-
qnes'ed TO come forward identify his property pay Jail
fees, demand his negro, and take him away, will
be dealt with as the law directs.
LANEY JONES, ID. S.,
For Carter Berkeley Sheriff and Tailor Of Hanover Co.
November 81 53-wl2w"
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VIE subscriber has made arrang eInenis TO omen a
n School at his house, early in January next for The
instruction OF his children, under the superintendent of
competent teacher, aud would take in his G
my SIX or eight children, between and 10 years old
TO be educated with them. The course OF instruction will
be upon The most approved plan, taught in the best
schos embracing all the usual branches Of the English
Lain Greek Mathematics Astronomy, use Of the Globes
&C. The School will in the first week in la
nuary, and end about the middle Of December with va
caion oil Three or four weeks in the The terms
VIII he ninety dollars the scholastic year. for board t
uon, &c TO be paid half yeary) which sum will cover
all charges except for books and stationery which will bo
furnished, u desired AT the bookstore prices Tho suh
scrlber resides eleven miles from Richmond upop ,c
main stage road from the MerhaDicsvlle turnpike 10 Ia
mover Court House IN remarkably healthy situaiion-
~ any boarder in his family should teoure ,,eIic. -,
on the subscriber will bestow his professional aid az I'M
on members OF his family without any charge for medical
attention. AS The School is intended 10 be limited No, ~
exceed 10 scholars at the most paren's or pusrsns is
Poseu 10 sen 10 The School, will make enIy application
he',eIs directed TO the Richmond Post Office viii be at
'en Tu 10; REU EN- MEREDITH
CN'" O'oNe, hanover, Nov. =, 1888. 5J-w1w
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~ y - 2. TAIKETT,
WOW 10 loo-wSwI j. SPIN DIE.


PENo VIRGINIA FARMERS g. MECHANICS
IL Having purchased of w. &. BoRLANp his interest
PIE tooth Ihreshng Machines, hereby give notice that
have appointed Mr.. JABEz PARKER of Richmond
my Agent Tor making and vending said machines and mn
patent horse PoUers throughout the State of Virginia. as
also my agent and lawful attorney for making sales OF
county rights TO said machines and horse through
out the State oil Virginia, except the counties Of Lou.
douh, Jeherson Berkeley and Fauquier.
copy signed FREEMAN FOX
he subscriber has ns received six more of the above
Ihreshng Machines, which believed TO be far pre
icrable TO all other tooth machines, they are believed TO
thrash faster, cleaner and with less power He has also
Tor sale Two oil Woods patent thresbng machines with
steel spring heaters. which in point of strength perform
ance, and durability are thought surpass all other beat
ing machines all OF which warranted. He has also
cos'sny Tor sale patent sfTdo cutters and corn shelters
which he has greatly improved which are believed IN
be greatly superior TO all others in the United States
hose who may be in want OF any Of those valuable
machines, are invited 10 call at his shop opposite the
Union Hotel, and examine for themselves.
SEPT. 8. I3l-wtfl JABE/ PARKER
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1833-11-22

"hN TED.-A Governess, we'll qualified to teach
w Music, French, and the branches OF a polite fc.
male English Education, Is wanted in private family in
the Southern par, Of Virginia. the next year. To one
exhibiting satisfactory testimonials OF her Ii
beral wages will be given. situation is also wanted as
private Tutor as Teacher Of select neighbourhood
school, by gentleman who has for six years been cons
dered successful instructor in acade mical course of
Latin and English. Communications either subject
VIII meet with immediate attention. IL directed to T. L. l.
Gar'nTs p o., Albemarle county, Va, stating terms. &c.
November g. 52-w1t
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1833-11-22

a. YLVAN HILL ACADEMY.-The Subscriber in
~ connection with MIR. VIM. C. Nelson will on the
ION January, 1884, open School for the of
boarders at Sylvan Ill., his future residence. Sylvan
HUI Is pleasantly situated in the Forkc of Hanover about
30 miles from Richmond, above the Fork Church in The
Immediate neigiborhood Of the Rev J. Cook and sur
rounded by society, for inteigenc morality and oetv
surpassed by in Virginia. Mr. Nelson son Of he
late Mr. Peter Nelson, President of wingGeld Academy
TO whose professional exerons Virginia is so much iH
debted Tor many OF her literary aud practical mes
Is so wei known as uniting with the most minute
ance with The Classics, facility in mparng struc
lion, aud peculiar turn for exciting the aiming
The confidence and controlling the feelings of his pupils
as 10 fenu0r unnecessary remark in him.
aud the subscriber alter having devoted twenty years of
his life to the instruction of YOUTH and beheld many who
owe the direction OF the unfolding energies Of their minds
10 Ills fostering care filling stations Of usefulness and
some rising even TO distinction in the literary world
not but suppose his preensioDs, teacher GlIlv
ed within the last IL months, with eye single 10 pro
fessiona purposes will afford every facility which ear no
derived from that The course Of iustrur;o i
embrace the Latin, Greek and French Lanpuaoes ,i,t
all the various branches OF the English Exoor,ioo ,n
prosecute his present profession perhaps IN the closc NJ
his life, and convinced that although oatronage sv he
obtained by accidental causes il can be retained o,v bv
acknowledged merit, the subscriber il ,It M
exeron shall be wanting his part 10 secure confirm
snce Of patronage Price for Board and Tuition SIO0
So. - ~ TIL. n. FOX.
Mongolek, King William, October 22. 5O-wf
OOK HERE LOOK HERE One Cent Te,oard ;
~ Ran away from tho Subscriber about 18th Angus,
1888, bound boy about 20 years Of age named s,in
TRY. JAMES PAMPHLIN Jr
Worminster, Nelson, Nov. 8. $50
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1833-11-22

HANOVER COURT HOUSE RACES.-Tbe Han.
~ n over Jockey Club Races, will commence over The
Hanover Court house Course, ON the Jh Tuesd,v in Nc
vember, and will continue three days.
FIRST DAY--Sweepsakes for colts and flies 3 wears
old, mile heats, entrance $780, half orfeit3 or more In
make TO close the evening preceding the r,ce
SECOND DAY-ProPrietor's purse $500, two mile heats,
entrance $50.
THIRD DAY-Jockey club purse $500, four mile bea,s
entrance $2O,-no discount on The ph ses
The proprietor the public that every eort 60 III
ne made 70 give entire satisfaction. His establishment Is
large, and can afford comfortable accommodation 10 great
many Person'-The tract is the oldest and best
Ample SabIeage and litter furnished
October A. 13GwH
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vacation during the months OF June and Decor
Each young lady to provide knife and fork silver
spoon aud six towels. - -
Letters TO be addressed 10 Greensboro Mecklenburg
County, Virgins.
Mecklenburg, November l, 1888. 53-w4w
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1833-11-22

EfRANKLIN HOTEL, Lynehburg, Vo.-The sub
scrlber has again taken charge OF this large and com.
modious establishments and respectfully solicits of his
ends and The public that patronage with which he was
favored at former period He pledges himself that his
table and bar shall be supplied with the best that this mar
ket Affords That his stables shabe under the supenlend-
Of careful osters aud that the servants of te &C.
tabshnent shall be attentive TO the comfort OF his guests
Pattesons line Of Stages stops at the franklin and the
subscriber pledges himself 10 every exeron 10 accom-
MEDIATE passengers. ROBERT MORRISS
November I5 b5-wIy
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1833-11-22

a COUNTRY BOARDING SCHOOL-iIiss Mary
IA Terrell intends opening the LIST of January, al
The residence OF Mr. A Bodhead, and within seven miles
oil Charlottesville, Boarding School, for young Ladies'
Before mentioning the terms OF board and tuition,
seems eXpedient TO give the why School i'm the
country can be conducted on much cheaper terms than the
Seinnares located IN cities villages. The farm
which Mr. Brodhead resides, will supply the staple at
cles OF consumption and also the expense OF house
rent, and the purchase OF fire wood
With regard TO tuition there will be
charge, whether the pupil devotes her attention TO the
study OF the English language only English French
aud ialidn-l the price of instruction graduated by
the toll and difficulty which the teacher must
all will agree that the rudnents OF education claim the
premium; but the object in view in the present case
make The price oil tuition moderate that the pleasures
ana advantage OF classical education with
in the reach of the INDECENT well as the rich; and il
will be the highest qualification of teacher 10 lead her
pupils on from one attainment TO another, and animate
them in the pursuit of knowledge, by presenting il in lis
most simple and engaging forms.
Miss Nelly Terrell will attend to all the wants and
comforts OF the girls and while she exercises mild and
parental authority, she will with care guard
their health, their morals, aud their happiness
Terms OF board, $s5 for the year.
Terms OF tuition, $5 Tor the term Of five monhs-S3O
for the year.
Instruction the Piano or Guitar will be given bv MIR
BigeIow, well known accomplished muscian-his
terms will be regulated by those in Charlotte svillc
Day scholars will be received into the school, AT the
end oil each quarter, there will be examination at
which parents are invited to attend, and public one at
'Ne emu OF me session Nov. 8. 53-w6w
HNSTABLlSHMENTJoryou young Ladies, ten miles from
HI Boydfon and three from Greensbor0ugh .fecklen-
burg County, Vrginia.-The Misses Diapers, (from
london England0 respectfully inform the public that
they intend opening Seminary, for young ladies' on the
9th OF January and they feel assured that the attention
paid to pupils placed under their will be SUCH as will
give general satisfaction.
TERMS PER ANNUM.
for Board, payable one quarter in advance, $50
instruction in Geography, use Of the Globes Philo-
s,oPhy History and the usual branches OF an Eng.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1833-11-22

KUoNTlCEl.Lo FOR sALE.-This celebrated Sea,
1VH the former residence OF Mr. Jefferson offered Tor
sale. IL Is perhaps TOO well known require any de-
scriphon but IL may be well to mention that its value has
heen much enhanced within the few years by the adj
dton oil perennial well Of excellent water in the kitchen
yard, in which pump OF the best construction has
Just been placed-besdes many other valuable improve
ments may be proper also to state, Tin contradiction
unounded report) tina, the buildings, with the ex
ccpion OF the terraces which require flooring in ex
ceent preservaou being consuetej Of stone brick
protected 10y coating Il tin, lead, zinc, iron copper,
wherever exposed TO the action Of the weather, s
dered only fire proof, but Of the most permanent
buildings in Vrginia.
Between two and three hundred Of Lind at
tached the House. about halt Of which Is in woods an
the remainder under cultivation The lsud is generally
Of the hes, quality, well waered and susceptible Of the
highest degree OF Improvement IL Is abundantly supplied
with every species Of Mulberry and is perhaps one Of the
most eligible situations In the world Tor the lucrative pursuit
OF The culture OF silk II no, disposed Of in short time, IL
VIII be leased out Tor several years Terms aud cond
lions as usual with landed estates. j. 7. BARCLAY.
The subscriber will also dispose Of his Tract oil Land,
(and all i;s appufienances lying in tue Forks OF Hard
ware river, Atbemare county, about nine miles from
Charlottesville. containing upw ards Of 100 acres.
Also about 1000 acres Of Land principally timbered in
Pendlcon county, the north FORK Of the South Branch
OF the Potomac. Price low, and terms liberal.
J. L. BARCLAY.
U3@Sale Of Furniture, farming Utensils, Sc. made
known by future advertisements Nov. g.. 52-w3w
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THNHE FL eierichshaH Female Seminary, conducted
III by Miss BoGcs, will be continued the ensuing year.
Ii viii he opened the 18th Of January, and will close
on the 10th December, with vacation OF one mon II
from the l5h June TO the 18th Of July. The pupils will
be instructed in photography, Reading, Writing Art
metc, English Grammar, Geography with the OF the
Globes AMI the rudmens OF Astronomy. The price OF
Board and Tuition will be $780, half payable in adj
vance, and the balance at the end OF the yeareach pu
pill will bring with her pair Of blankets pair Of sheets,
colorcd cotton counterpane, and four towels all marke
or II preferred. they will! be furnished by me, for
additional charge Of So Such young Ladies remain
In my family during vacation, will be charged the rate
Of $40 per month Ttere arc few vacancies yet 70 be
filled Letters addressed TO me, will be directed Long
Creek, Louisa county, Va. FRED HARRIS
N Is. No deduction will be made from the price of
Board and Tuition in consequence Of the absence Of any
pupil from school. November I5 55-w6w
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Wayne County, Ind.) 1831-1837, 1833-12-14
State of Indiana, Probate Court,

state OF in6iana, Prooate Court,
Randolph county.} November term 1888.
NOW at this day comes Jeremiah Smith,
administrator of the estate of William
Brewer deceased. aud flies his bill of com
plant in tbs behalf, praying the settle
rnent of said estate as insolvent. l. is
therefore ordered by the court that notice
of the fling and tendency the said bill of
Complaint, be published for six weeks sue.
ccssIyeiy IN the "kichmond Palladium" a
weekly new spaper printed and published
in the town of Richmond, Wayne county,
Indiana, motif, ing the creditors of said es-
tate-that unless such creditors notify the
administrator q. said estate of the exis-
tence and extent of their respeo tive claims
by illing the same, or statement of the
nature description and date Of the coh-
tract or assumsit upon which the sane may
be founded in the Office of the CLERK of said
court to re held al the court house In
v inChestet. on the third Monday OF Feb
ruary next, the Will be postponed in favor
OF the claims of more diligept creditors,
and that all such claims as shall then and
taere be fled will be finally heard. acted
upon and determined by the said court.
Attest. {. CONWAY, Clerk r. PC
November 18th, iS:3. 45-6w
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Wayne County, Ind.) 1831-1837, 1833-12-14

vTHE partnership existing between
u Overholzer l. McNutt, 10 this day
dissolved by mutual consent All debts
due the said firm will be found IN the hands
Of Abraham 8. Jeheris Esq. at The old
stand for collection; all persoas indebted
TO said firm will do veil to come forward
and make settlement Immediately.
OVERHOLZER E MCNUTT.
N. b. The business will be continued
and carried on at the old stand by Samuel
Overholzer, who has just received q tresh
supply of Groceries, which he will sell low
for cash or good trade.
SAMUEL OVERHOLZER.
Richmond Dec. 7th 1888.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Wayne County, Ind.) 1831-1837, 1833-12-14
NOTICE.

THE partnership heretofore existing
between Straftan s. Reid is this day DIS
solved. by ats own Limitation. All debts
due the said firm will be found In the
hands Of DANIEL Reid for collection. Al,
persons indebted TO said firm will do well
10 come forward and make settlement i'm
,neoiateiy.
STRATTAN & REID.
n. B, The business will be continue q
and carried or in the old stand byJ. r. &
h. S.ratsan. They have first rate los."'
GOODS on hand, Of all kinds suitable io'
the western market; and Will sell low FOL
cash, or good trade.
J. p. e. d. STRATTAN
October 5, 1888. 81
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10y virtue of a writ of venditioni exPou-
u as to me directed from the " ayne
Circuit Court l will offer for sale in the
town of Richmond Wayne County Indiana.
ON Saturday the 25th Of January next, the
south half Of Lot No. IL, in the town OF
Richmond, and on the part laid of by
John Smith and { ounted as follows, to wit:
.by Daniel Reid on the north Robert Dill
horn, on the east and lot No. l3, on the
south Pearl Street on the west and run
ming 8 rods back and "a rods ia front
formerly the property of Jesse Resting
taken in execution a. the property Of An
drew Hindman at the suit of George Sprin-
ger and John Smith Exrs.
JOHN WHITEHEAD Shf. W. Z.
Nov. 9th 1873.
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TINE subscribers under the firm OF
Il Crown & WnxaAns> have commence
ed TIE FOUNDRY BUSINESS, in
Richnond, Indiana. Where they have on
hand an assortment of PLOUGH and
I.NlLL CASTINGS, .4-N-DLRONS, &e.
They are manufacturing and will keep
constantly for sale ploughs of the most APP
proved patterns and of the best materials.
All articles usually cast at such an estab-
|lishment, made on short notice. fgood
materials and workmen with a correct
knowledge of the business will secure Gus
torn We with confidence solicit public pat
lronage. Those who wish to obtain cast
Iings from any pattern, or ploughs of good
Equality, are respectfully invited to call.
All orders thankfully received and prompt
attended to.
E. GROVER,
A. WILLIAMS,
January 2Jth, 1888