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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17
The NORFOLK LINE. At the meeting Of the

The NORFOLK LINE. At the meeting Of the
merchants Of Washington, held last Saturday,
to make arrangements for starting 4 line of
Steamers between Washington, this City,
Norfolk and the Potomac landings, Mr.. Boyd
stated the project would not succeed unless CO.
operation could be had from the farmers along
the river. He read an estimate Of the assign
ment of stock for the company, which assigned
to Washington $4,000, Georgetown $50, 900,
Alexandria $4,000, Norfolk $4,000, and along
the river 5000.
The committee appointed at Saturday 8 meet
ing met yesterday evening and decided to re-
commend the placing OF one steamer on the line
at once to secure the full trade. The plans
will be more definitely settled at the meeting
called on Thursday evening next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

EMBER WEEK.-This is Ember Week, ac-
cording to the ecclesiastical year Of the Catholic
Church, and is the beginning Of the last quar-
ter of the year. Wednesday, Friday and Sat
urday are days of fasting and abstinence. 1t is
during this week that the clergy Of the church
are especially enjoincd to look after the welfare
OF the children in their parish, and to Instruct
them in the fulfment of their spiritual duties.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

New STEAM Bears. 1t is stated that the
Potomac Ferry Company, contemplate building
Two new steamers, one, as the Washington
Express says, to go on the line alternately
with the Wawaset, to the mouth OF the bay,
and the other to ply on the ferry from Wash
ington to Alexandria; the former to be fitted
up with accommodations for carrying freight
and passengers, and to combine great strength
With speed; the latter to be elegantly finished,
with a fine saloon upon her upper deck and
every convenience for a frst-class ferry boat.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

KNOCKED OVERHEARD. On Sunday morn
ing as the steam tug Rescue, of this city, was
towing the Schooner William Fish, in the
Georgetown harbor, the schooner was run on a
rock, and the shock she received was so great
er. He was rescued from. drowning by his
comrades.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

RELIEF Hook AND LADDER Co. S EXCuR-
SION, The pleasure excursion OF theRelief Hook
and Ladder Go. yesterday to Carlins Springs
was, as anticipated, a very agreeable affair. -
The attendance was MISUNDERSTANDING been
largely increased by the evening trains from
this city and the enjoyment last night is rep
resented, by those who were were fortunate
enough to be present, as unalloyed
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

DrsoRDERIY--The large crowd following
police officers Davis and Aubinoe this morning,
on Royal street, near the Market, was attract
ed by the noisy and disorderlv conduct OF
colored woman they had in charge, named Alice
Boston, who had been creating disturbance
in Petersburg.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

RADICAL MEETING The meeting Of The
Executive Clubs of the Republican party of
the different Wards Of the City, and the Coun-
ty District will be held next Monday night, in
the Court House, and not on Friday night, in
Slouby's School House, as heretofore an
nounced
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

EXPRESS TO PIEDMONT. On and after Mon
day next, the 23rd inst, Adams Express Com
pany will run, instead of tri-weekly, a daily
express between this city and Piedmont and
the different stations on the Manassas Gap
Railroad. Messrs. Wilson and Shipley arc the
messengers on this route.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

RuMoRED FINDING OF MONEY. There is I
rumor on the streets that large sum OF Cor
poratior money was found buried yesterday by
two colored men, but-as no one has seen the
money or knows the parties represented as
having found it, the report receives but little
credence
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

NIMRoD RICHARDS Sheriff Turton, OF
Prince George county, Md, was in this city
Yesterday evening on his way to Norfolk, to
identify colorel man who has been arrested
in that city, and who is supposed to be Nimrod
Richards, ole Of the murderers of the late Mr..
Lylcs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

VIOLATION OF HEALTH LAWS The cutters
are in some sections of the city in terribly
dirty condition, from slops thrown into them,
offensive to the eye, and especially so to the
olfacories. If decency will not prompt citizens
to c'eanly habits, the enforcers of the law
should not allow such persons to defle the pub
lie streets and breed sickness
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

SoRA AND REED Birds are now abundant
in the neighboring marshes, and the gunners
are sending numbers of them to market. Oys-
ters, too, begin to arrive in vessels, from the
lower Potomac.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

ALEXANDRIA CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION.
This organization will hold its regular monthly
meeting in the Lecture Room of the Baptist
Church this evening at s clock. 4 punctlal
attendance Of the members at this meeting is
particularly desirable, as matter of great i'm
portance IN the interest of the society will be
brought up for consideration.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

LAND FOR SAIE.-We invite the attention
of those who are DESTROYS to make investments
in Virginia, lands, to the sales advertised in
the Gazette A. number Of small, or moderate
sized tracts, in Fairfax, and the adjoining
counties, are offered Commissioners.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17
l4S, KING STREET.

148, KING STREET. l4a, KIN'i STREET.
To TIE PuELIC.
The subscriber has Just returned from the
Eastern markets, where he has spent the past
two months in selecting and purchasing one Of
the largest and best stocks of Goods ever offered
for sale in Alexandria, which he intends to sell
at prices lower than the. same articles can be
bought this side Of the city Of New York, The
attention of country merchants and the trade
Doors and SHOES, for Ladies', Misses and Child
rem, Boys Youths and Men. Also, his assorl-
mept Of READY MADE CLOTHING ami FUR
NIsuINa GOODS, which is unsurpassed in this
market, all Of which having been bought at
great bargains will be sold at figures far below
current prices In order to accommodate his
wholesale business he has rented large ware
house, in which will be found the largest and
finest stock every offered in Alexandria.
HENRY STRAUSS,
sep 2-3m l49, King ST., corner st. Asaph.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17
KING STREET..
!. 6S
GENTS FURNISHING GOODS.

| take pleasure in announcing thatin addition
to my stock of Fancy, White Goods, Enlbroid-
cries and Notions, | have recently purchased q
complete line 81
GENTS FURN ISHING GOODS!
all Of which will be offered at the lowest "aSh
prices. Would call special attention TO
GENTS WHITE SHIRTS!
GENTS WHITE SHIRTS!
A. full line Of which will always be kept on
hand, and which are manufactured in accord
ancc with directions, at one Of the most extern
sve and successful establish ments in New
York, ont of material Designated, such as New
YorI; Mills, Wamsutta Androscoggln, Ark
wright, and other fa7orita Cottons, so that per
sons can Judge Of the wearing quality OF the
shirts, by knowing the brand Of the cotton OF
which they are made. Parties wishing hall
dozen or more, can have them made to accord
with measurement and guaranteed to lit Wlll
furnish any style Of shirt lower than they can
be had at rcta! in New York, Philadelphia, or
Baltimore.
Have on hand complete stocl. O! Gents
Linen and Paper Collars and Cuffs, Handker-
chiefs Socks, Gloves, Cravats, Suspcnders, In
dia Gauzo and Mcrino Undershirts and Draw
crs, Bathing Towels, Hair brushes, Combs,
Soaps, Periumery, Tooth AMI Nail Brushes,
Pocket and Memorandum Books, Silk, Cotton:
and bingham Umbrellas, Travelling Bags &c,
&C., all Of which will be retaied at lowest pos
sibla figures Wholesale trade supplied IN
cycrr respect - low as Baltimore quotations.
CHARLES ". GREEN.
sep l2--tr rs, King street AlcNa. Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

1903 SCHOoLHEE Il Bros. OLD STAND. l08
SOMETHING WORTH KNOWING Having Just
re urned from New York, give ali those in
want Of Clothing the highly satisfactory news
Is per cent cheaper than they can be purchased
anywhere in this city. mention also that [
have some Of the choicest and most beautiful
patterns of Fall and Winter Cassimercs to-
gether with fine Beaver Suits, and variety Of
other goods too numerous to mention. a call
will satisfy any one that make this as no boast
but can furnish them with any article desired
in Mems and Boys Clothing, or Furnishing
Goods Call early if you wish to secure good
cheap and handsome suit.
HERMAN REIZENSTEIN,
sep l3 3m 108, King street. Alexandria.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

SIGNS OF PROSPERITY, One Of the signs
of returning prosperity in this city is the in
creased demand tor dwelling houses These
are quite scarce and difficult TO rent, being gen.
orally engaged in advance This is surely a
sign that the pulse of life in the old city is
quickening its beats, it is hoped TO stagnate no
more, and that dull times will hence!orth give
place to thrift and prosperity will, a river
front of more than mile in extent aud water
that floats the largest ships; with four railroads,
three of which reach Tar into The heart Of the
State, and bringing hirher its wealth; with a
canal liz is hoped shortly to be again in opcr
atom which penetrates the vast coattields OF
the upper Potomac With these natura! and
artificial advantages. nothing but the m ISL I'M
toward combination OF unfortunate clrcum-
stances or the iuctulietency OF Alexandrlans
to improve The mears at their disposal can pre-
vent the future prosperity Of this city,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

Coon News TO THE AFrLICTED.-W Wonder
full cures performed by Dr.. PELHAM, at the
Mansion House. Room No. $50, Office Hours
from 8 in the morning until in the evening"
Terms, for thorough examination, 81 We
advise ali those who are in any way afflicted t"
call and see him. sep ll-lW.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

NOTICES.. DEALHAaG, LOG, King street, has
returned from New York, and is now prepared
to show you TIE largest, finest and best selected
stock of Clothing and Gents Furnishing Goods
ever before brought to this market. seG-2wtf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

JEwELRY AND SILyER-PLATED WARE
Amber Sets, Cornett Sets, Jet Gross Sets,
White Gross Sets, New Style Bog Wood Sets,
800 New Style Buttons, Studs, Rings, Chains,
Beletts Silve--Plated Spoons and Forks, for
only ONE DOLLAR, u PRIGGs Oae Dollar Jew
elry Store, No. 49, Pennsylvania avenue, near
A street, Washington. je ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17
CIT ~ 1T a. M = i.

FIR Is RELATED of Sir Isaac Newton that he
rode through the rain several miles to inquire
Of a shepherd boy, who ioretold it, his means of
ascertaining that fact. The great philosopher
need not have got his jacket wet had he Il water
proof tweed ovcrcoAt, such rs we got at Hen
nings One Price Clothing Store on the corner
of 9TH street and Maryland ave, Washington,
D. c. sep lit
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

BALL. The ball last night at the Potomac
Harden was we'll attended, and everything
there passed off satisfactorily,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17
KING STREET.
EOOTS A N d SHO f 8
FA LII STOCK.

IA LL STUCK.
We have now on hand large stock Of LA-
DIES, GENTS, MISSES, BOYS, YOUTHS,
and CHILDREN'S BOOTS and SHOES, Of
every description, which have been recently
made, of the best quality and latest styles also
q good stock of HEAN 7 GOODS, suitable for
the country, TO which We invite the special at
tenton of country merchants, and farmers in
want of good and reliable goods will do we'll to
call and examine before buying, AZ they viii
be sold very cheap.
Mems Calf Double Sole Stitch Boots
" Is Scotch Bottom Boots.
Dress Boots
" Heavy Kip Double Sole.
Calf Congress.
g Stitch Congress.
g Scotch Bottom Shoes.
g Peg Balmorals.
C Heavy Kip Brogans.
III Sewed
Ladies Calf, Goat and Morocco Boot>
g Glove, Kid, Congress and Polish Boots.
:, Fine Fi,1c': Kia Heel Slippers.
Lasting and Morocco.
Misses Calf, Goat and Morocco Boots
{" Lasting and 4, kld IollIh r,, .,a
Glove Ksl, Lace and Button Boots.
Bows. Youths and Childrcns Long Cal! and
Kip.
Gents and Ladies Gum Over-Shoe5.
W. B. WADDEI,
sep II ~, King street. Alexandria. Va
bakers BITTERS FOR DYSPEPSIA,
d Seth Arnold's Balsam for the Summer
Complaint FORESTS Juniper Tar for Coughs,
Colds &C., Buffers Pile Remedy, Hclmbolds
Sarsaparilia for Purifying the Blood. The above
named Patent Medicines nave all been we'll
tried, and found to be entirely etectual in cur
ing All diseases to which they are applicable
These, together with DR.. Pinkney's Southern
Hair Restorer, and many other very valuable
preparations, have Just been received and are
for sale by
AL II WAFFLE L) u HALL.
NLOTHS, CASSIMERES, SC.
We have Just received another addition to
our stock Of Cloths and Cassimeres, to which
we would call the attention of those in want
my21 WILMER & STAY Al kER.
nTASTERl PLASTER RI
PLASTER!
To arrive per schrs Alma and r. G; Edmond;
son, two cargoes SOFT BLUE WINDSOR
PLASTER. w. A. SMOOI 70,
aul4 No 8, King street.
DUMFORD'S YEAST POWDERS for sale
II by (sep 81 j, {. MlLEUkN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17
READl READ! READ
ESTABLISHED 1872.

ESTABLISHED 1852.
Al BLoNDHEIM's corner King and Fair
fax Streets you will find one Of the largest and
most compete stocks Of
CLOTHING,
ever offered inths city. Those in want Of Il
good and cheap suit Of clothes will find i! to
their advantage to give him call:
s. BLoNDHEIM
N. B.--Particular attention paid to country
merchants. sep o-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17
/ ATSS'' 'AI1S'+, LA 'ns' :
FALL, STYLES OF HATS AND CAPS:
ATEST!

One Ct the largest and most fAshOaabl, as
sortments ever offered in this city at
JOHN IIOWELI.S JR., HAT EMPORI i N,
1876 KING STREET.
These goods have been purchased ut a very
low figure and will be sold at small advance
on cost. The attention Of my friends and all
others is invited rs they viii find it to their adj
vantage To look at my stock before purchasing
elsewhere sep l2-lmil
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17
WOOD AND COAL.

COAL COAL!
x At No %, Ki: G street.
JOHN LEATHERLAND, AIGNr
Dealer IN
ANTHRACITE COAL,
+ The carload or single Ion
Pure l-chigh, warranted
Lorbcrry Red Ash, from original mine.
Lyken's Valley Soft Red Ash.
Best Locust Mountain White Ash.
Also Cumberland Coal, for sale low for cash
All orders, left at 2G, King street, will be
punctualy attended TO- aug Sim
NOAL-SIXTY TONS COAL-suitabIe for
y stoves or furnaces for sale below the cur
rent rates, at the I.ime-kiln, on Glbbon ST.
iva THOMAS SMITH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

VJIRGINIA CASSINERES.
Y BRYAN s. GREENWOOD.
Are now receiving a full supply OF those cell
ebrated Virginia Cassimercs, Brown, Cadet &ttl
Oxford Mixtures, for Gentlemen and Boy
wear. sep lO-co2"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

.tTR. STONEBRAhER'S
IL RAT EXTERM ArOk,
The surcsl extcrminator OF rats ever offered TO
the public.
Read the following certificates from the ciu-
Znns of Baltimore, IS to its merit rs y rat dc3-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

IN SrOE EBRAhER,S'
IL RAT EXTERMIN ArOk
The surcst txtcrminAtOr OF rats ever offered TO
the public.
Read the following certificates from the citi-
Gems Of Baltimore, SIS to its merit rs rat des-
troyer:
Baltimore, May "A, 1867.
Messra Cl"tw0rthy & Co.
Gent NY warehouse, on Howard street. WAS
completely oyerrun by rats. l used bottle Of
"Dr. Stonebraker's" Rat EXtcrmlnator "nG,
truly, it is al cxterminGtor 1T cicGrc! the
warehouse Of rats, and have had no return Of
them and it has been four months since used IL.
WIN. r. LANDsTEEET
Corner Howard and German streets.
Baltimore, May y, 1867.
Messrs. Clotworthy & Co, -, -,
Gent: We were very much troubled with
rats in our store Dr.. Stonebrakers Kat kX-
terlninator being highly recommended 10 rs,
we used one bottle OF 1t, ana II proved itSe!i
worthy the high recommendations it had re-
ceived as a Rat Destroyer. We have not been
troubled with rats since the first night we used it,
HopKINs, HARDEN & KEMP,
Baltimore St.
Baltimore, MAJ Is, 1867.
Mossrs Cioiworthy Il Co.
Gent: The bottle Of DR.. StOnebralcrs Kat
DISCRIMINATORY purchased of you, has proved to
be death TO rats / used it only one night, &c.
corling 10 directions, and the next morning L
counted nine dead rats in the yard. Ihcy
come out Of their holes to die.
f. B. TUCKER, No. o. n. Paca Il
Ask for Dr.. Stonebraker's Rat Killer, ANA
take Il" 0''''' '"' 3''0 W JANNEY & CO.,
49, King street.
E.S. LEADBEATER IL CO.,
aug S-3m Nhole'aie > gen :.
TERTILIZERS FOR THE FALL TRADE.
a
no. PERUVIAN GUANo, of latest inn
Bartholow's Prepared Peruvian Gusno and
Bone Dust.
nintcd Phosphate.
Baugh's Raw Bone Phosphate
Farmers Excelsior.
Patapsco Cos. Amm0niated Soluble rhos-
phNtc,
own manufacture unboilcd Bones. Can
always be relied upon as being genuine and
pure It is tho best and most permanent Fer
tilizer now before the public
Highest cash price paid for Bones.
j. 2. BARTHOLOW,
No %, King street, Alexandra, VA.
Sc 5-lm 55S, 7th street, Washington
TSTABLISHED 1892.
T. F. s. LEADBEATEk y CO.,
PURE DRUGS AND CHEMICALS,
Paints, Oils, Window Glass,
Spices, Patent Medicines, Lamps, Garden Seed
-. &C. &c, sc. ,.
Physicians Prescriptions prepared with great
care and accuracy. sep p--9hi
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-09-17

We have lust received another addition to
orr stock of Cloths and Cassimerea, to which
we would call the attention of those in want.
my21 WITMER 81 SLAYM AkER.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-01-16
NetC Advertisements.
Land for Sale.

Under decree of the Circuit Court of Au-
g,1sta county, in the cause of John Towber-
man EFT AL vs.. VIM. II. Rosen and others,
will proceed, on the premises, on Friday, the
1st day OF March next to sell, at public sale,
a tract Of land in Augusta county, containing
ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY SIX Acres.
1t is medium quality land; adjoins David
Greaver, VIM. Gibson, and others, about sew
EN- miles Southwest of Staunton.
The improvements are good, and has on it
No. orchard and all necessary buildings
1t is enough to say that the quality Of the
land, its proximity to market. and agreeable
ness of the neighborhood, invite those in search
of desirable home to at least an examination
Of it
reside on the farm, and will show it to
any one wishing to examine it.
TERNlS.-One-fourth upon confirmation of
sale, balance in three equal annual INSTALL
ments from the day of sale, belring interest,
the purchaser TO give bonds with good securi-
ty, aud title TO the land to be retained as ulti-
mate security.
Bat in my discretion, may so modify the
terms as to require the payments to lie made
in current gold coin OF the United States, or
the equivalent thereof, in current funds, at the
time OF actual payment Of ins.alments. to be
asce.tained by the market price OF such coin
in Stanton, at the time OF snch payments
GEORGE ROSEN
Jan l6-tds Commissioner
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-01-16
The Latest News.


Charley Parker has opened first- c'ass
meat store, TWO coors east Of Valley ATir-
ginian Office.
The Circuit Court is still in session -
The ftnlous lsstud horse CASE came up
Yesterday, and is still exciting the legal
fraternity.
lice, four inches thick, is being secured
IN Gecr ia. This raiely happens SO far
bouth.
':Thc Dutch have taken Holland
Massachusetts, has adopted the Gonstitu-
s;onal Amendment.
Advicos from the East report an insur
rectioa about breaking out ia Bosnia. See
YOUR maps oace more.
: The proceedings of Congress and the
Legislature are notof material Importance.
There is 40 exciting or interesting news
BY the reliable Cable this week
ctauaton, Richmond, Baltimore and New
York market reports show general dali
ssesss and a further decline in prices. Gold
1919 in n. Y. and about the same in other
cities.
The sapremo Court Of the US, on the
14Sh, decided that the test cath" is IN
cczs.i.atioaall
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-01-16
lo...s,s issfo1,e7rs Safe.
Commissioners Sale of
Two Tracts Of Land.

In obedieuce In a decrao of tho C;,o,;+
Court of Aurusta. entered an ths 9TH aav of-
December ls,,,; IN ,i,e na,;,;on If S,so, -
naman. in the case Of Michael Gamers Ex.
pcu.or rx Michael Gamers y;,lo,y. nd I.;rs
will Offer tor s.la =, ,mh,;c auc,;nn n. fro,.
of ,hn store IF ph;lin Sm..,.er =, : ;sharx;lla
Denot nj II o,elnel, on Fr,dav tbo o5,h ~,
I,n.,y 1sf- 40 40 ,,-a.,b., No .,,i,..h,oa
h. two tracts Of Iaud i. said ,lecree ,nn,,;on l
~
The r .Hrp Tract oont.;ns 100 .e~o. -
,,,ies +hara - !. s,s.,i, .aaon'ant 80. a
80, So. 4, ,s.;a..'.,' -.
TI,a Il,f ~, ,r..an, s. ~ 100
.oras ~ ,v,5c., o,,lr a,n,t "a ..ros -.
aJ ~ s,aa',,:,, "a 80 e.'a,,., 81.
,,, .:.,'let -. ~ " 80. -
81, h,,.a e i. - - ~
,o '' h.i,,','.s -, "oo
Ths Hntfn,,, - .,.,et l;os ;n,,nod;.t.,v
md ,s;tlia b,lt n,;,, ,on,F, hsrr;i. ~,
-, - :. - 80 80 P"'r
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-01-16
NOTICE.

The undersigned. upon the resumption OF
their business. hoped TO be able to con binc
tie Cash OF Short Credit system tor fac ac-
coR,moxayio n OF their Old friends without Diet
rimenf 10 themselves.
The growing tendency TO return to the long
credit system compcis them to notify their
friends and the public shat after the first OF
January next. they will sell exclusively for
cash. except when special arrangements may
be made, and i'll thos cases payment will be
expected promptly as agreed upon or Ut the
end OF. each month.
Our accounts are now ready and we must
insist upon prompt settlement.
GEORGE E. PRICE,
WOODS & GlLkESUN, 4
kAiSER s. YOUNG,
W. a. BURKE
TAYLOR & CATLGTT,
G. T.tOCHRAN & Cox,
ROBERTS, NELsOS s CO.,
S. Ii. IIILB.
i. +. POINTS,
JOHN G. GROVE & CO.,
KERR y BRO.
Dec o6-3t
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-01-16
Proclamation Of Jt4s..
PROCLAMATION,
TO. THE PUBLIC GENERALLY.

HAneas. being armed and equipped with
such a stock OF goods, as cannot tail to strike
the beholder.: with bewildering amazement,
and please tile fancy Of all; and whereas hay
ing entered the feldfor the Fall and Winter
Campaign Of Trade, | am determined Ia Ae-.
pulse,lt not entirely van4uish the great sys-
lem OF INDUSTRIOUS prices and inurderous pi Of
its, which have settled upon our vhole coun-
try like q mighty incubus, sinking the poor
into deeper depths of poverty, and dragging
fhelafiluent down, and even driving many to
distraction. And whereas, l have taken I'M
usual pans in the selection Of my ock, and
have purchased them all at the lowest cash
pi.ces which will enable me to accommodate
lie purchaser Ill the lowest possible figures:
There1oreI, Simon IL. liilb, do hereby issue
this my proclamation TO dispose OF my stock
upon stcl terms as must give entire satsfac-
ton. Whereas, have this the 18th day of
September, A. D., 1866. and of the indepen
dence of the United States Of America, the
ninetieth year, placed my hand and caused
The great seal TO he affixed 80
SIMON. II. HILB. Seal.
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