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American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1858-07-08
In Fairfield Common Pleas--slarder.

Ellen Nicely against Levi Allen and Sarah Allen.
II N this case the Defendant Sarah Allen, formerly
4 Sarah Weaver, admits that she spoke the words as
In the Petition In this setup. She further admits
that shespoke the words aforesaid without any foun-
dation whatever and she here admits that she false
ly spoke said words and she here takes back all
she ever said upon the subject OF said sanderous
words. SARAH ALLEN.
Attest-W. II, RIoHARps. February 90, 1858.
,+ 1HR STATE OF ONO,
Fairfield County, ,ss. \
Itis hereby certified that the foregoing correct
abstract fromthe Journal of said Court made
L. g. at the February Term, 1859.
+ - f. yAttest--y O, RAINEY, Clerk.
March 10, less--3m4o, ~
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1858-07-08

EEThe Connecticut Legislature a.
journed on Thursdaymorning after a sos. ~
sion'ofss ven weeks. Speaker Burnhsm
was presented switha gold mou1tsd cane
from the members.
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1858-07-08

R An intimate friend Of ours says thai
when Shakespeare wrote---'Oh whata fall
was there my couutrymenr he had a pro.
phetic eye 10 the fall Of 1857.
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1858-07-08

H An extraordinary surgical operation
was latsly performed. which killed the pa.
tlenI. The physician Is doing well.
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1858-07-08
NASH'S PLEADING &PRACTlCE
UNDER THE CIVIL CODE:

Embracing Discussions ~ the Principles of the Code,
with great variety OF Porms, useful in Practice.
Price $780, for which II will bo sent by mail, pre-
paid. Five Copies for o00,00.
Book OF great utility to the profession aud to
onicen OF Court. ~ =.
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1858-07-08

l E"Pcor rule that won't work both
ways" as the boy said when be threW-the
rue hack at hiSmastsr. : -. 3.
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1858-07-08
SWANS REVISED STATUTES

OF OHIO:
Published in pursuance Of the Act Of the General As
sembiy Of April 10, le54, and embracing nil the Lava
OF general nature p force August, 1854, with refer
enoe 10 prior repeal Laws.
Price $500, for which II will be sent by MALL pre-
paid. Five copies for $1,000
- This 10 the only authorized collation. Of the Sta
tntes In force, and references TO are eonelusve In
the Courts.
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1858-07-08

I rwhs'an a 4 islIssI has, reached certain
point in drinkia'.P said en- old an old soaker
] think be orter stop Well l. think
laid wsg. he'd batter stop before he
reaches pint --.-sSS N.,.-ryas
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1858-07-08
7 EATHER

EMBRACING SoLE-LEATHER, KIP, CALFAND
moROCo SIX Ms, genernIassortment ofLININGs,
BINDINGS. &c, Also, a great variety of SHOE.
MAKERS FINDINGS.
The above Stock we are determinedto to sellLO-YER
than can behad elsewhere. Come everybody. Give
us eaIland you will be sure to be pleased and find
that the above isno HUMBUG. Fn connection with
our goods from abroad, keep con stun nty on hand
work of our own manufacture, which we warrant
asdo we all our goods, (good In every respect.) Gus
tom work done to order short notice and the
possible style. D. GIEsY
Lancaster. Septcmber,Io, 1857. 1e-tf
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1858-07-08
THE GOLDEN PRIZE!
ILLUsTRATEDl ILLUSTRATED!

The New York Weekly GOLDEN PRIZE Is one OF
the largest and best weekly papers o: the day An
Imperial Quarto containing EIGnr PAGES, or FoRTY
COLUMNS, of entertaining Original matter: and ELE-
oANTLY ILLUSTRATED every week.
J'A Git worth from so Cents to S500in Gold, will
bo presented to each subscriber immediately on re-
ceipt Of the subscription money,
One copy for one year...........S2 90, and GIN
One copy for two years ..........3 so, and gins
Ono COPY for three years Is OO, and gifts
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AND TO CLUBS
Three copies one year ...,. s. 90, and gifts
Ten copies one year .......... IS 90, and 10 gifts
Twentyo zone copies for one year 30 90, and 81 gifts
The articles TO bo distributed comprised In the
following list;
8 90 40 90 90 .'''''''''gooo0 SO0 00 eash eh
10 Patent Lever Hunting Cased Watches 100 90 each
90 Gold Watches ....,.....,... ....... Is O0 each
so do o.'''.'.....,...,....... 90 OO each
I0g 40 40 ...;..'''' '''.'''''''''' oV oo Uo eaen
900 Silver Hunting Cased Watches....... 30 90 each
500 silver Watches. to 25 90 each
1000 Gold Guard and Fob Chains 10 10 30 90 each
Gold Iocksts, Brace breaches Far Drops Breast
Pins, CUT Pins, Sleeve Buttons, Rings, Shirt Stubs
Watch Keys, Gold and Silver Th'mbes, and variety
of other articles, worth from 80 cents to SIS each.
Immediately on receipt Of the subscription money
the subscribers name will be entered upon our sub
seripton book opposite number and the gift corres
pondIng with that number will be forwarded, within
ona week, to the subscriber by mail express, posi-
paid.
PAllcommunicat catons should be addressed to
BECKETT CO.
"a and 40 MoTat Building, 33s Broadway, New York
- Specimen copies bentfree. Agents wanted.
Aprils le5s-49ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
RICHN0ND ADVERTISEMENTS.
1858. FAN Trade. loa
SMITH, RHODES & co.,

SMITH, RHODES 81 Coz,
NO. a2 PEARL STkEEI, ~.
RICHMOND, VAy
IMPORTERS of HARDWARE, CUTLERY GUNS,
/ SADDLERY, & ANCHOR BOLTlNG CLVIh,
&c. are receiving, direct from inc
of Europe and this country, large ana
ment of Goods especially adapted TO the @anss
trade Of Virginia, North Carolina ana
thew respectfully invite the attention OF
visiting this market to an inspection OF Tue
Their Stock is full and complete, comprising III Pst
the following articles, viz:
Pocket and Table Cutlery, of Rodgers, W osten-
holn's,' Butchers and others; II :,
Building Materials of every description-a large varl-
Tools Tor Carpenters, Masons, Smiths Coopers Tam
ners. Sadders, &C.;
Steel Hollowware, Axes Springs, Bolts, Nuts, wash
ers, &C.;
Axes, Hatchets, Hammers, Vices, Bellows, longs,
Anvis;
CuAIss-Log Ok, Trace, Coil, Halter, Fifth, Dog,
Breast, &c.; -
Saddles, Brides, Filings, Bits, stirups, Hanes'
Webbing;
Pat and Enameled Leather, Hog Skins, Pad and Lin,
ing Skins, Serge, &C.; e.,,
Saddle Trees Gig and Pad Trees, Buckles, Siik'
Thread and Irvine;
Manila and Cotton Rope, Bed Cords, Plow Zines
and Deer Hair;
Burgers and Hoe Co.'S Circular Saws, assorted ~
TO so iuches--warranted :,
"a" Orders respectfully solicited, andprompayat
tended to.
Richmond. Aug. 10. '5S-ta$l0 Il!
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
"84 1"INOEs
AUGUSTA COUNTY
FALL TRADE, 1857.
JOHN DOOLEY,
WHOLESALE HAT MANUFACTURER,

u Main Sc, Richmond, Va,
LAS now ready for the Fall Trade, by Whoiesa.s
IL and Retail the most varied and extensive assort
ment he has ever imported or manufactured.
In order that the requirements of all his customers
may be most fully met and to obviate the necessity of
country merchants and others going North for their
goods he has laid in an assortment of eyerytizg In
HE ne both home and foreign for ladies' and gentle
mems, childrens and servants wear, which he could
find IN the different markets be has visited or commu.
nicated with.
To the getting up of Silk and other Hats In his own
Mandatory he pays the closest attention. and he feels
confident that few houses, North or South can equal
and none excel, him therein.
His facilities for conducting his business being q
the most complete kind, all orders viii be filled with
the greatest punctuality and promptness.
Richmond, Oct. ID, 1857.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
POWHATAM HOIEL,

V,HE undersigned having leased the above pleasant
i ly situated Hotel, respectfully begs leave to IN
form his friends and the travelling public that ne has
had it it REPAIRED and furnished with ENTIRELY NEW
FURNITURE throughout. The Hotel having under
gone good many changes, is now ready for THEIR Ac
coxNoDAVIor.
TO those to whom the Hotel is known, tits unneces
sary to say anything in regard tos location For the
information Of strangers, he would state that it is de-
ightfuly situated upon the highest ground in the city
Capitol and Eleventh streets, opposite the City Hall
and the Capitol Square, in which is the State Capitol
the Washington Monument and the Governors Man
sion. 1t is also convenient to the Post Cfhce BANKS
Custom House, &c.
The Table will be supplied with the best the market
affords the Bar supplied with choice Wines, Liquors
and Cigars and every effort will be used to contribute
to the comfort of the guests.
". p. BLEpsoE. Clerk Proprietor.
tJ- An Omnibus and Porter will always be IN read
mess to convey passengers to and from the Hotel.
R;cbmond Feb g. l853-ly w. H. F.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
PAPER HANGINGS.

TTOWELL & BROTHERS, MANUFACTURERS,
IL 26O Baltimore Street, opposite Hanover Street,
BALTIMORE, have recently been making extensive ar
rangements to accommodate their increasing Country
trade. Our removal to our new warehouse has given
us ample facilities, and have greatly increased our
stock, thus giving customers unlimited assert.
meut to select FROM in all the different grades,
Our assortment embraces WALL PAPER BOR-
DERS of all the different qualities and styles in use
the extent of the stock forbidding any enumeration
also CURTAIN PAPERS, FIRE BOARD PRINTS,
&c.
Customers will bear in mind that we are extensive
manufacturers, and therefore the prices must be the
owest besides our having been in business IS years,
gives to our friends ample that they will be
fairly dealt with. az Orders promptly attended to.
Baltimore, March 81, 1S5S-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
FALL TRADE, 1858.

VNTE beg leave to inform our customers and ths
w trade generally, that we have received, Dy va
rious arrivals from Liverpool and by purchases -
the Eastern markets. our Fall Stock of FANCY AND
STAPLE GOODS. equal IN variety and extent to any
previous assortment we have ever offered, ana com
prisng more than three thousand Paekages embracing
all the newest and best styles OF the season.
We are also prepared to exhibit u full and largely
increased assortment of CLOTHING, manufactured
by practical and competent agents. under our owns
peryisiou in superior style, which we will guarantee
TO be lower than the goods can be bought IN the
Northern markets.
Our Stock, both of Dry Goods and Clothing, IS nov
complete, and we respectfully solicit examination
Of it, with the assurance to our customers THAI W.
shall not be undersold by any regular House IN :hi'
country. KENT, PAINE co.
Richmond Sent z lS5S-tai5$ t -.,
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RICHMOND. ADVERTISEMENTS.
TEE CENTRAL HOTEL,
10 01NLAA0AfN ~ n

SiruATED at the corner of Grace and 9th street,,
Square, and near to- and in full view Of the Washing
the 1st of January, 1853.
The locality in point Of contguty to business, being
adjacent to the Capitol, Banks Custom House Mers.
chant Mills and Warehouses together with ire health.
fuuess, because OF the beautiful promenades afford
ed BY the Public Grounds Immediately in front rem
der it at once attractive and convenient.
With such advantages, the proprietor appreciates
his responsibility in undertaking the public
TO meet which he gives assurance of ample supplies
and the most assiduous attention 10 the wants Of all
who may favor him, with their company.
FRANCIS J. SMITH, Proprietor.
N. B.-Now prepared in all respects to accommo.
fully solicited. t.t- rt ia
Richmond March IL lsbs-lY
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
q The .vetU and E1fensice IN
AHat, Cap T. Fancy Fur Depot,
No. 70 Main ST., Richmond.

BINFORD, DICKINSON IL WEISIGER,
HAVE now ready, large and varied assortment Of
Ii Hats and Caps and Straw Goods, suitable for the
Spring Trade which will be sold at wholesale and re-
tail, on the most favorable terms.
Merchants and others visiting the city would find Il
to their advantage to give US a call.
GEO. W DUEsBERRr, SO long known to the trade,
engaged with as, and will be pleased to his old
customers.
Richmond, March 10, 1S5s-1y
WA. ALMANACS FOR 1861. W. RAN.
Y DOLPH, BOOKSELLER and BOOK BINDER,
RICHMOND has just published and for sale in any guam
tty Richardson's Va, n. Carolina, Maryland and Dist.
of Columbia Almanac for 1859. Price cents each,
t9y- Orders for BOOKS, STATIONERY or BIND
EkY, will receive prompt attention. Country Mer-
chants will find at 12l Main Street, well selected
stock of Goods for Fall sales.
AM
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
NEW EsTABLISHMENT.-T underslgr

NEW ESTABLISHMENT.-Th undersigned
IN takes this method to announce that he has OPEN
ed ExcLUsi vELY on HIS OWN ACCOUNT, on virginia
a WATCH i JEWELRY ESTABLISHMENT, where
he is prepared exhibit for sale every article known
in his line. From his long experience as q Silver
smith and dealer in Watches and Jewery he feels
himself justified in assuring satisfaction to all who
NAV favor him with their patronage. He will warrant
all Watches that he may either sell repair to run &C
curatey for twelve MONTHS to do necessary repairs
within that time without charge. All warrsntees b.
manship, he aciH hold himself responsible to make good
at all times As this is his first commencement in bus
mess in Stanton never having had any connection
with any establishment here whatsoever except to re-
pair Watches for the public he cherishes the nope
that he will receive reasonable share of the patronage
of q generous public a. LANG.
Sfounton Dec 90 1897
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12

no THE PUBLIC. Having purchased the IN
i terest of VIM. G. Graham in the assets of the firm
of WIN C. GRAHAM l. Co., | shall hereafter conduct
the BUTCHERING BUSINESS in nv own name.
Persons indebted to said firm ere hereby required to
make payment to forthwith, as all claims due TO IT,
which are not settled in reasonable time, will be
placed in the hands Of an officer for collection Per-
sons having claims against said concern will present
them to Inc as usual The name OF the firm will be
used only in settling the business of the tirm. :,
will be found at Market three times week, on the
regular market mornings, with my usual variety OF
Fresh MEATS by friends and the public are invited
to give me call. THOS. l.. HARTMAN
Stauntop March 10, 1858.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
wheeler g Wilson Manufacturing Co.'s

SEWING MACHINES
Office. I26 Baltimore ST., Amer. Building,
BALTIMORE.
WE prefer them for family use.-Tribune
They are the favorites for families. Times
Tile machine for family use.-Advocate and Journal
Wecan not imagine any thing more perfect-Evang
Will give entire satisfaction.-0b "'
The best ever invened.--Christian Inquirer.
In looking for the best see these.-Examiner.
Admirably adapted for family use.-Chronicle.
We praise it with enthusiasm. Christian INTEL.
Worthy of the highest award. Sabbath Recorder.
"The dsSideratuna is stitch that will not ravel-
The Wheeler Wilson Machine makes the only stitch
that answers precisely the conditions required. It
cannot be travelled ripped, and forms seam alike
on both sides of the fabric sewed with great economy
of thread more firm, durable and beautiful than hand
sewing. Family Magazine.
BALTIMORE Anril Z. lS5S--1Y -.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12

- JOHN w. 0ARLICk,
Market Place, Franklin ST., Richmond, Va,
WHOLESALE = RETAIL DEALER IN
. DRUGS, MEDICINES l. CHEMICALS,
DAINTS, Oils, Dye-Stufs, yarnishes, Surgi- , a
i cal Instruments, Brushes, Combs, Soaps, q
Extracts, Perfumery. Fancy Articles, Choice
Chewing and Smoking Tobacco, Snufs, Prime -
Havana and Domestic Segars sole proprietor and
der. Always on hand In season full assortment Of
Landreths' celebrated Garden Seeds.
~ Physicians Prescriptions accurately compound.
ed at all hours of the day or night.
Richmond March IL 'I95a-iy
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
TO THE CITIZENS OF STA UNION.
DENNIS Il BROTHER,
DYERSi
pINuMOND VIRGINIA.

DEG to inform the citizens of Stanton and vicinity
ID that they are now prepared to execute every de-
scription of Silk, Cotton or Woollen ENG or
CLEANSING as well as can be done in New York, or
elsewhere We have new Machinery and the very best
of Workmen and guarantee to give satisfaction to ou
patrons Merino Silk and Delain Dresses dyed into
fashionable colors to suit the taste OF the owners
Shaws of every description dyed and cleansed Grape
Shawls dyed Scarlet, Crimson other coors e4ua,
to imported; Velvet dyed nearly equal to new; Silk
Dresses cleaned snd grease or wine stains removed
We intend to 90 our work equal to any establishment
in the United States and respectfully solicit the pat
ronage of the citizens of Stanton and vicinity.
N. B-Gentlemen's Garments cleaned and dyed to
look like new DENNIS & BRO,
Successors to J. W. HINES,
Franklin ST., opposite Metropolitan Hail.
Richmond Nav s. 1855 Richmond, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
BALTIMORE ADVERTISEMENTS.
NEWELL'S
Patpnt Safety Lamp and Lamp Feeder,

PatenJ Safety Lamp duu LduP FOVuU,S
JNTARRANTED to prevent all accidents from the
w use of ETHEREAL Oil or Burning Fluid, or any
other explosive compounds used for the production oil
light The invention is applied TO all common Lamps
and Lamp Feeders and also TO the Solar Lamps, Lam
terms. Binnacle Lamps &C. invite the attention OF
the public to NEWELL'S IMPROVED SOLAR FLY
I'D LAMP, for families, in the Argand form, whlch
burns with clear, steady light, and consuming ess
fluid than any other Lamp, it consumes not only
the fund but all the vapor arising from II WINE purn
ing. These Lamps are applied TO Chandehers19r par
lors and are particularly adapted TO CEurches Facio
RES Hotels, Saloons, Ships, &c Oil Lamps can pe
altered to safety, using the same shade and chihey.
Over 100000 ofthese Lamps and Cans nave esen
sold since 1852, and no accident mas GceulTeJ run
'As' ''''' ALFRED II. REP,
sS7 Baltimore st.
Also. BURNING FLUID at the marketprice, LAMP
SHADES aud CHIMNEYS.
Please read the following certificate OF the enure
safety and efficacy of these devices:
Mr.. A. H. Reip--Dear I'll have carefully exam
med and tested the Patent Safety Lamp and Lamp Feed
err. invented BY Mr. John Newell of Boston. and am
satisfied that in this application of the principle of the
"Davy," Mr.. Newell has furnished the public with a
perfect safeguard against all danger from explosion IN
the use of the ordinary burning fluids. With TINS
Lamp an explosion is impossible, with the most
careless treatment Respectfully yours, f
.f.h l.3r WM. E. A. AIKEN, NJ. D.,,
Professor of Chemistry, University OF ND.
Baltimore, Feb. 26, 1863
have similar recommendations from DR.. Lewis u.
Steiner Prof of Chemistry Maryland College OF thar'
macy DIR. A. Snowden Piggott analytical ana OIn.
sulpg Chemist Professors B. Siliman, ST., Charles
T. Jackson, Aug. A. Hayes, John Torrey, and many
others of equal merit.
Baltimore March 81, 1S5S-1y
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12
Marine, Fire and Life Risks at Current Rates

AUTHORIZED CAPITAL, 100000!
OFFICERS.
]. MCDANIEL, President il. N. CoBBs, Vice Pres
G. B. THURMAN, Chief Eng. G: IT WILLIS, Secretary.
" " DIRECToRs.
Jno Otey Taylor, James Payne,
Jno T. Davis, Dexter 0tey,
+ s. H. Mckinney, VIM. II. Stratton,
Samuel Garland, G. winfree.
Dr.. W% n o a1,yy Owen Medical Examiners.
Having been appointed an Agent in Western and
Southern Virginia, for the above Company, am pre-
pared to receive applications and take Risks on BUILD
nps and Lives both white and slaves at current rates
Persons wishing information in the premises, VIII
AGENT for L. H. 4 F. ]. Co.
SLAVE INSURANCE.
The Lyuchburg Hose and Fire Insurance Company
is nsurng Slaves for one four years. upon the mos'
reasonable terms. Persons wishing 10 ehse' anT ~
rance upon the lives of their Servants can DO so o.
applying to or addressing A. +. HUFF
Agent, Salem, Roanoke county, Va.
In the absence Of the Agent, persons wishing insu'
ton, the Examing Physician to the Company, with
whom they can arrange for Policy.
LIFE INSURANCE.
Now is the time to provide for your family. II
should be attended to now, first, because 1t Is less ex
oensiye than it will be when you get older; second
because if in health, you will pass medical exami
nation and be accepted third, because life is uncer-
tam and delays dangerous. Demonstration is the
thief of timeb Disease may come upon you, death
NAV oyertake you and in an hour when you thinknol
yon may be suddenly cut Oft. and that without RENE
dy to your family. Wait not then, for more conve
nent season. accept the boon while it is near and at
the earliest possible convenience provide for your
household the means of an honest livelihood, when
time shall be no more. That opportunity is afforded
YOU now. Call, then, at once upon the Agent, who
NAV he seen for few DAYS at the Virginia HOTEL or
upon Dr. ]. A. WADDELL, who will, in the absence OF
the Agent, afford facilities for getting out Policies OF
Insurance. A. L. HUFF, Agent.
Anril 81 1858.
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RICHMOND. October lst 1857.
~ have been using ''SEMPLEs INEALLIBLE bA-
KING PowDERs for some two years. and lee! no hesi
fancy in saving that have been more than pleased
with it, and regard it vastly superior to any Yeast
Powder it has ever been my good fortune to try,
d. BAKER, JR.
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, May %, 1858.
DIR. j. W. Garl,ck-Dear Sir: After keeping house
for several mouths and being frequently foied In
making Loaf Bread, was induced to try your SEM
PIES BAKING POWDER. Since then | have had so
little trouble and so rarely fail to have good bread
have thought 1t but due to you that should say as
much. as have in constant use your Invaluable
Powder more than year. HENRY D. hall
Beu1NGroN, King and Queen CO.. Va, May 6.
DR.. Garck-Sir: Having constantly used your
"SEMpLEs BAKING POWDER" since its origin, and be-
ing more than pleased with its efficacy, readily pro-
nonnce il the best of the many kinds have been IN
the habit of using. very truly, yours n,
E35- For sale by all Druggists and Grocers.
b;.broopd AuU 1873
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-12

LYNCHBURG HOSE AND FIRE
INSURANCE COMPANY,
LYNCHB URIC, VA.