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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01
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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The staunton Va'ley pfrginian administers
the finishing blow to that unhappy institution,
the Richmond Medical College. The people
of Virginia love its University, and the re-
pulse which the Richmond Medical College
has met with from the press and the Leg
islature absolutely makes one feel uncom-
Portable. The Virginian processes to speak
'sthe sentiments of the Valley"-the noble
Valley of Virginia, doubly endeared to us by
the events Of the past six years. -CAarl0Hes-
rifle Chronade.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

THE FRgEpNENs MEETING.-The Senior Of
the Vii ginian returns his thanks to the edi-
tor Of the Spectator, for its correct statement
in our absence that it supposed the editor
Of the Virginian had never seen the resolu-
tions, or was misinformed as to their charac-
ter" We never saw them and were ssmisin-
formed" by respectable colored men, whether
Intentionally or not, we will find out shortly.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

To relieve the minds Of the people of the
Valley, especially of Lexington, we are hap
Ply to say that Senator Wilson told us at Or
ange Court House, on the 9th, that he would
not visit the Valley.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

y RE1lc.-We were shown few evenings
s;nce, by fair friend letting, shuttle, made
by Gen. ''Stonewall jackson" whilst in win
ter quarters on the Rappahannock. AS re-
membrance of the great hero. it possesses
great interest, and is highly valued by the
owner, for whom it was made Winchester
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01
REAL ESTATE.

REAL ESTATE.
J.R. CsocKwr. JED. HorcHx1ss.
of the late Top: Engineer
availey virginian." of Jacksons Corps
VIRGINIA REAL ESTATE AGENCY.
The above named parties having associated
themselves together for the purpose Of buy
ing, selling and exchanging Virginia lands,
farming, grazing and mineral lands, mill
sites, &C. offer their services to the public ~
Iscal Estate Agents l. Brokers'
Having formed connectionwith one of the
largest Real Estate Agencies in the United
States, and through them with all the princi-
pal Agencies in this country, England, France
and Germany, with complete System Of adj
yertisi1lg. We will only say to land holders.
put vour land at reasonable figures and wa
will find the buyers. We shall work to the
advantage of our citizens and it shall be ohr
aim to bring only snch people as will by thefr
energy and perseverance become good citizens
and an honor to society.
Persons placing lands in our hands FOR sale
viii please sand an accurate description Of
| the same, those who wish to purchase have
| only to state their wants.
| We can refer to Gen. John D. Fmbodsn.
Richmond, Va, Major Chas. S. Jones, Pay-
master, U. S. A., Washington, D. c., Major
W. Z. Richards, Jr., N. T., Col. VIM. Allan,
Lexington, Va, Henry Ferrer, Esq., Harri-
sonburg Va, Hon. e. W. Hotchkiss, Bing-
hampton, n. Y, Hon. A. Ii. II. Stuart, S;xun-
ton, Va. Address,
CKOCEWFEL & CO.,
Ssaunton, Vs.
| +. q. Ho1. 70.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Shipments of corn and flour, by Va. c. R.
R., for the week ending April S0th: 451 bar
rels of -four and 2,So8 bushels Of corn, con-
signed principally to Harrison & Powell, Blair
& Mckinney, L. Powers, Lee s. Peck, and Hill
& Peasants, Commission Merchants.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

SrAuNToN LYcEUM.-On the 22d the follow
ing gentlemen were elected officers for the
ensuing term: Bolivar Christian, Esq, was
unanimously reelected President. Jas. H.
Skinner, Esq, Vice President; R. NJ. Guy,
ESQ.,, Secretary Leonidas Points, Treasurer.
On the goth, the question: s'Could the i'm.
mortality of the soul be proved without the
aid Of Revelations?" was, after some dis
cussion, postponed till next Monday night.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

NoTEs on VIRGINIA. second No. of
these valuable notes appears to-day. We hope
every subscriber will preserve them and read
each number carefully. You will soon see you
have been wasting wealth untold.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

To SAVE OrL.-Put the wick into the lamp
and fill the latter about half full of course salt,
and then put an inch of oil and it will be
found that great saving will be the result
The salt wastes away gradually during the
burning, and must therefore be renewed from
time to time. The light is purer and more
brilliant than that without, and the wick needs
no trimming
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Nearly every man you ask for money now,
curses the s'hard times" in answer Ii
you could look into Mike Lipman's pockets
you'd be apt to see the amount Of his news
paper subscription, safely housed in greasy
Yankee pocket book.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

NATIVE GES1us.-We are gratided to an
nounce that one legged Confederate of Staun-
ton, well known for his inventive genius, has
shown lie model of an invention, which full
" confirms our opinion Of his talents. 1t is
both useful and ornamental, as the public will
know OF the proper time. Ii can be seen by
application at this Office.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

MAsoN1c.-The Rockingham Masonic Lodge,
F.A NJ. have decided to have procession
in Harrisonhurg on the Gath of June next
a committee was appointed to confer with
Col Robert E. Withers, of Lynchburg, to de-
liver an address.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

NOTICE. TO BUSINESS MEN.-The ssValley
Virginian' is the Official Gazette of the Cir
cult Court Of Augusta county publishes all
the orders of said Court. adding to its influ-
ence as an advertising medium. Bear this in
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

HsaRIsoNDURG.- Harrisonburg has Doc
tors; eighteen Lawyers: three Papers; fiji
teen Dry Goods and Grocery Stores; two
Wholesale Liquor Houses; six Bar rooms; one
Brewery; two Hotels; one Foundry; and
Mechanical trades in proportion. 1t was. es-
tablished in 1910, by Thomas Harrison. 1t
contains about $500 inhabitants, Churches,
Court house, Jail, Female Seminary, Male
Academy, Masonic Temple, Town Hall, Gene
tery, &C. It also has big Spring, that over
flows sometimes, and altogethcrit is a .''grow-
ing place" according TO The Commonwealth.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

A GOOD sIGN.-Before the war the 1nstitu-
ton for the Deaf, the Dumb and the Blind in
S;aunton gotits books, for the Use ofthe Blind,
from Philadelphia. Now they print their own,
and SO superior is their work, that the lnsti-
tutions in Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Ohio
have sent orders for their own books. This
shows what work and good management will
ACCOMPLISH
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

A MECHANICS AssocIATIoN.-Ou thanks to
E. n Medernach, acting Secretary, Daaville
Mechanics Association, for valuable informa-
ton in regard to the workings and obj ects Of
his society. Also for the complimentary alu-
sions to our paper. We will make use, and,
we hope, good use, Of the facts given in our
M
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

DEVELOPING AN IDEA.-Wm. &. Gallaher.
Junior Editor of the Charlestown, Va, Free
Press and old Family Journal, has very ap-
propriately taken unto himself wife. We
always uale.s TODD the Stree Press part Of
the title 70 that valuable pepper, but the ''Fam-
ily'' puzzled rs. We see the whole thing now
and extend the usual congratulations Of the
occasion to our friend, upon his success IN
'developing an idea.Y
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Travellers desiring good fare and accommo-
dations should stop at the City Hotel, Alexan-
dria. We. counted 26O arrivals there last
week, in six days, and all left pleased.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01
SPECIAL NOTICES.
Free to Everybody.

A Large 6-pp. Circular, giving information
OF the greatest Importance. to the. young Of
both sexes
It teaches how the homely may become
beautiful, the despiscd respected, and the for
saken loved.
No young lady or gentleman. should fail to-
send their Address, and receive copy post
paid, by return mail
Address P. o. DRAWER, q,
April Som Trow. n
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

It is suggested, by the Commonwealth, that
while it would break up the free stable priv
ileges around the Court House square in Har-
risonburg, it would be q great Improvement
and comfort to have good pavement all
o,.o,,,, i.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Rev. E. P. Walton, agent of the Lee En-
dowment Washington College, sends the most
encouraging reports Of his success in Texas,
where he is now soliciting subscriptions.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

"A Doctor Valentine has been humbugging
tho good people of Winchester. The News
says she saved Rome but fooled the authors
ties" i.e he paid the Printer and left the Con-
s.able $50 hold the bag
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

.sThe Great Bazaar has been revived at VIII
liana's old stand. s. N. Giles s. Co. are Gin
the ring and their advertisement tells you
what they will do. See it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Capt. James McClung will not be OF the
charge Of the Hot. A gentleman of great
experience will superintend the Baths, and
they will be kept in style.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

We understand that the Ladies Of Staun-
ton have generally adopted the name, "Hay-
stack, given by the Virginian to the new
fashioned waterfail-and better still, the ma
iority seem satisfied to 60 10 farther.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

MISREPRESENTATION Nelson s. Co.,
have enlarged and improved their motive pow
er and machine shop. also added a grist mill.
They have established the fact, beyond
doubt. that the Turbine Water Wheel will do
all the work, we advertised it would do and
more too. 1t will pay youto visit their extern
sive shops, and they will take pleasure in
showing Won around.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

A cosored "conjurer" was badly beaten in
New Market lately, on suspicion of poisoning
sick negro child, who died under his treat
nent. This courage" was committed by
colored people.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

A MEAN THIEF.-Last Thursday night some
dirty dogs robbed James Carriers garden to
the amount of $50 in plants and seeds. James
Carter is IN honest, hardworking colored man
and it was certainly mean thief who robbed
him
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Lovers of poetry will find "The Southern
Mother, written during the war, by the gift
ed and lamented F. ". Mcfarland, worthy of
place in their scrap books.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

METHODIST CHURCH CHAsGEs.-Rey. Dr.
Summers, to whom the official returns were
sent, says that the questionso of lay delegation
is decided in the affirmative, and that as to
the name Of the church in the negative.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

On tho 10th ult., a horse was stolen from
F. H. Templeton, near Fairfield, by two men
named Stein. The were arrested in Arnold
Valley, but escaped.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

PkRsosAl.-We had the pleasure of seeing
in our Office few days since ~. Wall Turn
err" the Gcneraiismo of News Dealers, in
District No. l. with Head Quarters at Rich
mond Va. Persons who wish to subscribe
to, or advertise in the valley Virginian,"
can do Sc by calling at No. 20 Governors
Street
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The eaiter Of the lexington Gazette can't
rerommena 3 bottle Of native wine sent to
him as he ssdid not taste it." ssVere's your
smeAer Sammy, yere's your smeller?'
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Capt. John Glaize is clearing away the ru-
ins of the old Union Hotel, Winchester, in or
der to erect commodious Warehouse on the
grounds One man like Capt Glaize is worth
80 politicians.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The Commonwealth compliments hard
working mechanic Of Harrisonburg, who
planted trees around his house at night, after
hard days work. A well earned compliment
and good example to follow.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

There were 130 arriYa Ia at the American
Hotel, Harrisonburg, in ons day last week,
and, Mr.. Commonwealth, we wish there had
been 5000.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The little girls of Winchester, and other
towns, are contributing their mite, to aid the
starving people of the South. What are the
lit,le girls, and the big ones too, Of Augusta
doingP
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Tie Lexington Gazette reportsthat J. w.
Fuller, colored, who was 50 very radical at
Richmond, has a wife and family in Rock
bridge, and warns him not to 'splay the gay
Adonis among the Hunnicut fair ones in Rich
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Geo. Summers. Charles 3. MODESTO, Henry
II. Popes and John Baker, have been appoint
ed Registrars for the county of Page. John
Lionbcrger and John Geary, Registrars at
7, cro
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

CnARLoTTzsvILLE.-M Main street, Charlottes-
vile has been improved greatly and presents
quite city appearance. The Hotels, the Dex-
ter and Central, are kept fully up to the
Staunton standard of Hotels and both seemed
to be doing well. The Freedmen doing about
as they are here. The Press fourishing, UNI
der the management Of our friend, Southall,
decidedly the most brilliant newspaper man
in the State. E. c. Randolph & Co., Real Es-
tate Agents, are prospecting. The Universe
ty was standing, in spite Of the great medic al
excitement.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

!. Witt Bro. are North laying in their Sc
eend supply Of Spring and Summer Goods
They will tell you next week all about it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The Rev. W. S. PIunmer, D. D. addressesthe
ladies of ANN Smith Academy, Lexington, at
the close of the session in June.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

You will save muci, time, asking questions,
by preserving 'the new Tax hi!l' published
on our first page to-day
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The Hall Of the Madison Lodge, L o. 0. F.
No. 6, at Winchester, was dedicated Friday
night, Apr! 26th. -. -.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Rev. S. L. n. Censor, assigned by the Bal
timore Conference of the NJ. E. Church to
this station, has arrived and entered on the
discharge Of his duties.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Lieut.. Hall, Agent ofthe Bureau, has prom
Used to furnish rations for the destitute Freed
men in Rockingham. IS. '.st3snss
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

THE ssPRoor OF THE PUDDING" THE Home
Journal is responsible for the following:
'.People generally do not know that some
ladies wear false lips, made of piaA India rub
Der, which are attached to thin lips in c MAJ
ner which defes detection, aud which gives q
pretty pouting appeara ice to the mouth. =
There is way to test lips which may appear
to be artificial.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

How TO GET EyES-A liberal discount will
be made to subscribers, who were s'conhsca-
sted".by Lipman's Circus. We know they
couldn't help it and desire to get even with
the world. '.Walk up gentlemen-walk up
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The Clarke county Lyceum has challenged
the Winchester Lycsum, to meet its three best
d ebsters and contend for the mastery.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

THE CIEcus.-The Circus arrived here af-
ter time last Thursday, but gave an exhibition
ct night. We didn't attend but learn from
the old and respectable 'sCircus committee Of
staunton,' that they were satisfied with the
performance The canvass was crowded,
and it is estimated by said COMMITTEE that
Mr. Lipman "confscated'' about $500 Of Au-
gusta money. If q few more come along the
people might as well stop losing sleep for fear
of ssThads bill'' The money market is re-
ported so eight that the pressure can't be
measured.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The United States Hotel properly in Mar
tinsburg has we learn, been sold to Mr.. G.
w. Ramer and Col. William Stewart
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The showalter property, near Cross Keys,
Rockingham county, sold for $3.50 per acre,
on the 10th ult. Matthias Showalter, pur-
chaser. e
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The Winchester Times pays our CORES pom
dent, ..staunton,'' the compliment of publish
ing his "Trip down the Valley" in full.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The young men Of Winchester had q Tour
nament and Coronation last Friday. Major
II. K. Douglas wss orator.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The body of James Clatterbaugh, Of Rock
bridge, has been found, three miles from Alone
Mills.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The Harrisonburg Post Office has been
made money order Office.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

LYNcHBuno.-A flying visit to this city,
last week, gave US an opportunity Of noticing
the many improvements made since the war.
We had the pleasure of meeting the ''press
gangs" that run the News and Republican
They come up to the idea we had formed of
them, as gentlemen and editors, from their pa
pers-could we say more? All the Hotels
are said to be well kept, but cur experience
makes it our duty to recommend our people
to put themselves in charge of Owens, Of the
Piedmont, when they go to Lynchburg. Bus
mess was looking up, but the general com
plant of "hard times" prevailed.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The house and most of the furniture Of
Mrs. Richards, near Pembroke Springs, was
destroyed by FIRE last week.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Reports form all the watering places in the
mountains, represent the preparations for
opening nearly complete. -
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Captain Coontz has completed his large
building on Market street, near the Depot,
Winchester.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Biekel's old corner stand is being remod
eled and will present fine appearance.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Crop reports from this County and oil parts
Of the Valley continue most cheering.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

IMPORTANT RAILROAD MEETINa.-The Stock
holders of the Valley Railroad Company hold
their annual meeting in Staunton, May 9th,
as will be seen BY notice from the President,
in our advertising columns. Matters of first
Importance to the Stockholders, and the peo-
pie of the Valley, will be discussed and acted
upon. A full attendance is not only desired
but necessary
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Charles johnson, Esq, died suddenly in
Charlestown, Va, on the 2oth-aged 4G years.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

The Odd Fellows had a celebration at Har-
per's Ferry last Friday. ~ :
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-05-01

Capt. Jacob Parent has collected $4,000,
Of the $1S,0 900 tax due by staunton. :