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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

N. G. R.ockets, '.sup't. Freedmens Schools,
Valley of Virginia. corrects our statement in
regard to the charges made againt Mr.. Turkey.
We considered the information reliable when
we made the publication, and cheerfully pub
Oh
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27
Dissolution.
Notice.

Notice.
The Co-Partnership heretofore existing be-
tween the undersigned was this day (Februa
ry 9Th, 1867 dissolved by mutual consent
The american" will be conducted in flu
ture by CHAS. I. O'FERRALL and the Viz
ginia, by George L. Peyton.
CHAS. I. O'FERRALL,
g. L. PEYTON.
FOX on o.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

With pleasure we announce that we arc now
opening our second supply of
FALL AND INTER- GOODS
which we propose to all at former reduced
prices. Ia addition to osr Stock we are daily
in receipt of fresh suAiies.
The ladies are inyital to call and examine
our Czoahs, Sdassls, 1urim Hats, Tars, &C., all
of the lates and most tpproyed style. Pop
Inns, Delanes, Prints ofevery style, Balmoral
Skirts, Flannels, Nett (apes, Hoods, Nubies,
SC.
/. We call particular athntion to our Stock Of
Cloths Casimeres, Satia4ts, &c.
In fact we have everything you may want.
Call and see us. We ntan no humbug, when
we say we will sell chtper than any Mer-
chant in the city, but vi are sincere.
If you believe that Adollar saved, is one
made-don't fail to callhi
Ton 90 tfs
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27
On I'd.

The patrons of the late firm Of Jones s
Huntef are hereby offered my grateful ac-
knoWedgements for their past support, and
the many assurances Of satisfaction, hereto
fori received, will be great incentive to the
ngv firm for more jealous and diligent efforts
p servo and please them.
\ Very Respectfully,
c. W. HUNTER.
Feb G-tf WI
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

KERR On the 9tl inst, near New Hope,
Ephrain Kerr, aged s. years.
KERR. At the same place on the 10th in
slant, Miss Jane Kerr, aged IS years. u
DODGE. On the l4h inst, in Winchester,
Frank Dodge, Of Washington county, Nd.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The Bethel (colored) Church Choir will give
an exhibition at the Town Hall next Friday
night. Admission % cents.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

1t is rumored that on last Tuesday night,
at Harper Ferry, John Chambers, brakes
man on the Winchester & Potomac Railroad,
shot and killed Federal soldier, named Mul-
lipan
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

During th~eek, ending Feb. 18th. 1000
pounds Of fright was shipped from Augusta,
via Stauntonpn Va G. R. B. About 100000
pounds avail shipment.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Mr.. Timothy 0 Neal, of Shenandd ,ah county,
liver, in Warren county, a few days since.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Things went on as usual in staunton on the
cd. We were all too '.loyar' and hard up to
stop business for even one day, to celebrate
the birth of such notorious ''rebel' as Gen.
George Washington.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Our Stonewall Band attended the celebra-
tion on the 22d, at the University,by the Wash
ing Society and had good time generally
The members are all very complimentary to
the people over there.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The mill-dams generally on both branches
of the Shenandoah liver, were considerably
injured by the breaking up Of the ice,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The painful rumor that our Street Commits
sioner had persisted in crossing one of the
many mud-holes in our Streets, we are happy
to say, is incorrect. He never goes near
enough to them to be in danger and surely
| HASN'T seen them
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Miss K c., of Winchester, acknowledges
the receipt of check for SIS dollars from
Miss Beardsley, of New Brunswick, N. j.,
through Mrs. J. S. Richardson, Secretary S.
0. R. A. Of Baltimore, to distribute among
sdestitute orphans of Confederate soldiers"
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Rev. Mr.. Harris, Principal Wesleyan Female
Institute, delivered an eloquent Sermon on last
Sunday evening
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

We adyeried GO feet of water pipe in the
Virginian Ia Wednesday morning had three
applioationar 1t by 9 o'clock, and sold it.
Profit by it'd advertise
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Samuel Sterling, U. s. Collector, for THE
District, reports 500, oil go as taxes collect
cd for the year ending June soth, 1866. And
this sis the best government the world ever
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Those in want of choice grape-vines shoul
read Hotchkiss card, in another column.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Tomorrow will be observed, by the Presby-
teran Church, thr oughout the country, as a
sla, of Fasting, Humiliation and Prayer
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

We are sorry to say it, but facts are facts,
and our especial reporter reports people in
Staunton, talking about what the Valley Vir-
gilman says or advertises. Cuisines is bust
ness, gentlemen, and we think we know how
to manage ours.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

We had no Gas Sunday night and no preach
ing except in the Methodist Church. Weunder-
stand that more rosin is expected daily.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Capt. WmL. Clark has purchased 40 acres
Of land on e Pughtown road near Winches-
ter, at $7lper acre. He intends to erect
upon it hdsome dwelling house.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

4 silver mine has been discovered on the
fam of VIM. Bradley, Esq, on Pass Rrin, Page
ce1nty. The ore is said to be very rich.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Gen. Early's Book will be ready early in
March, those wanting it can be supplied by
leaving their names at Mr.. Cowan's book
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

An interesting revival is lin progress at Mt.
'armel Church, in Smythe county. There
ave already been eighteen conversions.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Rev. J. F. Martin will enter upon his du-
ties as Pastor of Grace Church, Berryyille, at
an carly day.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

.tArish Mary's" answer to the letter of her
Dear brother Jimmy's in New York, Ameri
,a'' should be read by every reader of the
1irginian.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The town authorities of Harrisonburg are
cleaning up its streets. A good example Tor
Staunton.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The propriers Of the Virginia Hotel de-
sire us to statfhat our County people will be
furnished incest Of fare, at their house, for
SO cents per zeal.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

J. D. Price has sold his Livery Stable fix
lures at Harrisonburs, to H. F. Denton, who
will conduct the business in future.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

LEGAL NoTlcEs.-Seeall the legal notices in
to-day's paper. 1t is important that every
man should read them, to see if he is interest
ed, besides your liking to see who is in the
hands of the Awind Sellers"
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The matrinnial epidemic has broken out
again il our ALLEY. Several have "'tinded
to it" this wee, as you will see by our mar
rage column
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

In theseard times when we see a pretty
woman breed very extensively, we conclude
that her Inland is g fellow almost damned
in fair We. p Winchester News.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The contracts for building of the new Poor
House for Rockingham county, were let on
Saturday last.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

OUR STATE OFrICERs.--
SHENANDOAH VALLEY Mills, Clarke Co.,
Va, Feb. 20, 1861.
Editors Valley Vnynian:
Please allow g
few of the old Stonewall Brigade to use a
small space in your columns to make few
nominations for State officers. For Gopernor
Hon. John B. Baldwin, Of Augusta. For Ut.
Gorcnsor; Hon, Nathaniel B. Meade, of Fred
erick. forAaoyaey General; Col. John S.
Mosby, Of Fauquiar
Very respectfully,
your obedient Servants,
The CLARKE COUNTY BOYS.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Phillips & CARRIER, agents for the Mutual
Life Insurance Company, N. Y, have removed
heir office to the AlcGuaiin building, New St.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

s.PmKw1cKIAs The Rockingham Regis
er's synopsis Of Fayette McMullins speech,
n favor ,ef Eayette MclIullin for Governor
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Mrs. Peggy Night, New Port, Page county,
died on the both llft., aged l04 years, 10 mos.
and % DAYS
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

William Hill, colored, was killed on the
10th inst, at Salem, by being caught between
two cars
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Call on Mr.. Gillian, at Hope s. Burke's, !
YOU want "brands' for bags or barrels.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Apy1sABLE.-No man can avoid his own
company, SO he had better make it as good as
Dossjhle .a--4-' -.4-~t- t--s. +------7-
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The Loo of the Winchester Times announ-
ces that lis on a ''yisit to some distant and
mysteriots point" We wonder if there is
q womanixed up in the business?
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Geo. B. Monroe, Esq, a respected citizen Q
Charlestown Jefferson county, is dead.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

RICHMOND ADVERTISEMENTS We call espe-
cial attention Of our readers to the advertise
ments of the following business men Of Rich
mond, whose cards appear in to-dsys ISSUE
They are among the most reliable business men
of the State.
Kellogg 4 Gibson, dealers in Crockery, have
on hand the largest and best selected stock of
goods in their line, to be found this side of the
city of New York. They import all their
goods direct, and can and will sell as low, and
upon as good terms, as any house in the U. S.
All they ask is the patronage of the public,
and we ask for them call before selecting.
Williams, Garrett & Fisher, Franklin street,
are General Commission Merchants. They
will receive consignments of produce and to-
bacco, which they are prepared to dispose Of
| at an early day and guarantee prompt returns.
The Junior member Of the firm is the father
of 1t. Robert Fl. Fisher, well known as an Of
fcer ofthe Stonewall Brigade.
Harrison & PosueA, corner Franklin and 18th
streets, Commission Merchants, are also relia-
BILE gentlemen and good business men. They
do a large business, and any business sent to
them will be properly attended to.
| L. Powers, 1910 Main street, is another of
| the many reliable men doing business in Rich
mond. His advertisement tells you what he
can do, and we are satisfied that he will do
all he says.
Lancaster g. Co., Bankers and Brokers, No.
lib Main street, offer their services to those
who desire to transact business in their line,
and we can say that none Will 60 amiss in call
ing on them.
J. s. Lesois, wholesale dealer and manufac-
turer Of Boots and Shoes, advertises. This es-
Establishment deserves more than passing no
tiee, as it is one ofthe first factories establish
ed in Richmond, and from personal observa-
ton we can recommend it to our readers
! We publish the card Of the St. Charles Ho-
tel. This House is on Main street, convenient
to the business portion of Richmond. The
price has been reduced to SIS per day, and the
fare is as good as atany frst-class Hotel. The
rooms spacious and the linen fine. Persons
stopping at this House do nothave to travel hall
D dozen flights ef stairs ii. erl2r5o get com
falS&hle quarters Ag Bcos, lste 0fthe Nor.
/ veil House: Lgae surg. il at the 81. Charles
ia1la VIII le siad b e-taad u l.3s feien,is tl.s
/ aosIssai eg n .He .sgae Ill tbs atssa..oe.
j asS plossaab Gentis.asas
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The Times notices commendable spirit
Improvement in Salem, Roanake county.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

SIT is a strange anomoly that men should
be careful to inshre their houses, their furni-
ture, their ships, their merchandise, and yet
neglect to insure their liues,. surely the most
important Of all to their families and far more
subject to loss ~ Benla1asn Franklin
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The Shenandoah Herald reports favorably
of the wheat crops in that County.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Messrs Larkins s Price are about starting
a newspaper at Luray, Page county.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The best and cheapest 'ssour-krout'' can b'
had at Edmonson & Cos.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Our most Intelligent farmers report the
wheat, in Augsta, as looking better than. it
has in the melpry of the Oldest inhabitant,
as general ting.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The Episcopal Methodist Church, Harrison
burg, has a new organ
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Tournaments have made fresh start II
several alley Counties, lately
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Jon WoRK.-We are making additions to
our already large and beautiful assortment Of
Job Type, and our facilities for doing work
with neatness and dispatch can not be surpass-
ed. All we ask is call and we defy compe-
tition. Remember the Virginian Office is now
on the first floor, Hilb's Building, New St.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The new Presbyterian Hymn Book Will ap
pear early in April next.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The Chronicle reports the wheat looking fine
in Albemarle.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The Rev. DR.. NJ. A. Costello, died in Har-
per's Ferry on tn 18th.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

p1oueu Po1NTs.-J. c.. Grove & Go. have
plough points for sale. See notice.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27
Dissolution,

The Partnership heretofore existing I'M
der the style and firm Of Jones & Hunter is
dissolved this day (January 2Aih, 1867 b.
thc leRi3r partner purchasing tie interest Of
"A. w 3casA, the sanI9q nseIaBey
FL y tl%F9.
q, W, AUN4As.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Lawyers and other business men should re-
member that the VALLEY Tirginian is the "Ga-
zette of the Circuit Court of Augusta coun-
tyr and it has been decided that all publca-
tions directed by the Court be given to 1t, as
the "Gazette of the Court"
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

10 Chiekering Pianos, worth $500 to $700
Is Rosewood Pianos, worth 200 to 450
| IS Elegant Melodeons, l75 to 220
| 50 Sewing Machines, 1ss-class, 40 to SOC
It's Fine Oil Paintings, 80 to 10l
| ;. SO Fine Steel Engrayings, framed 90 to sc
| SO Music Boxes, rs to &C
| 100 Revolving Silver Casters, 20 10 e
| 80 Silver Freis & Cake Baskets, 20 to 81
400 Sets of Tea & Table Spoons, 90 to &c
l5O Gold Hunting Case Watches, SO to 15l
100 Diamond Rings, IS to 26C
It's Gold Watches, e5 to 15t
800 Ladies' Watches, 90 to lot
500 Silver Watches, 20 to IS
Diamond Pins, Brooches and Ear Drops, La
dies Sets of Gold and Coral, Jet and Gold,
Floretine, Mosaic Lava and Cameo; Sets OF
Studs, Vest and Neck Chains, plain and cha
I sed Gold Rings, Gold Thimbles, Loekets, new
style Belt Buckles, Gold Pens and Pencils, fan
cy Work Boxes, Gold Pens with Gold and
Silver Extension Holders, and large assert
ment of Fine Silver Ware and Jewelry oil
every description, Of the best make and latest
styles.
| aA-A chance to obtain any of the abovs
PARTICLES for ONE DOLLAR, BY purchasing q
tsealed envelope for % e2nts
| Rs3ss Five Sealed E.lvalops will be sent fog
lsl; Eleven for 50 ; Thirty fox IS; Si1ty-fys
~ $40 One Hundred for SIS.
| AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE.
| Unequalled inducements offered to Ladies
aG Gents who viii act as such. Our descrip-
tivi circulars will be sent on application.
distributions are made in the following man
| ner: Certificates naming each article and ii.
value are placed in sealed envelopes, which
are veil mixed. One Of these envelopes, con
tainpg the Certificate or Order for some ar
| ticleswill be delivered at our Office, or seal
| by mil to any address, without regard t.
| choice on receipt of Is cents.
On leceiying the Certificate the purchase,
will SCI What article it draws and its value
| Purchasers of our Sealed Envelopes may, il
this manner, obtain an article worth from one
to five Hundred dollars.
Long letters are unnecessary. Have tbs
kindnessto write plain directions. Orders fol
Seated E]gelopes must, in every case, be &C
companiea with the Cash, with the name O
the persoa sending, and Town, County ano
State plainly written. Letters should be ad.
dressed to he Managers, as follows:
JACKSON, CORNISH s. CO.,
I 1913 s. 1915 Broadway,
| Feb. 6-5 mos New York City.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

THE FAIR AT BIG LrcK.-We are pleased to
learn, from the Roanoke Times, that the Fair
and Feast gotten up by the ladies of the Pres
byterian Church, at Big Lick, on Feb. l4th,
was decided success-over $500 being reali-
rod q
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

There were 1897 deaths in the hospitals at
Charlottesville during the war.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The Philomathesians have 40 members and
are doing finely.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

p1ANos.-We call attention to the advertise
ment of the well known manufacturers, VIM.
Knabe & Co., of Baltimore. Professor 1de is
agent and can be found at his rooms in the
McGuffin building, New Street.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

INPoRTANT TO THE PUBLIC.-The law in re
gard to the postage on drop letters is as fol-
lows: Gan drop letters must be prepaid. The
rate of postage on drop letters, at offices where
free delivery by carriers is established is two
cents per half OF, or fraction of q half OF; at
Offices where such free delivery is not estab
lished, the rate is one cent. ~. S. Nal,
FEB. 1867,
There being no free delivery in Staunton,
the postage OF drop letters is one cent.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

County CorRT.--Feb. Tum.-This Court
met Monday, J. Marshall Mccuc, Esq, pre-
siding, All the Justices present. Geo. Hair
land, Joilor, was APPOINTED Commissioner Of
public buildings. H. NJ. Bell, john Paris
and \. D, Poe, renewed their bonds as Nota-
res public. Vim. Bird, Thos. Brent and John
Cary (colored) charged with felony were dis
charged, John II. Bird, (colored) charged
with felony, was remanded to Circuit Court
for trial. W. Wilson (colored) was tried for
felony. The appeal Docket was called yes
terday. 1t is probable the Court will adjourn
| to- day.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Last week we saw a gallant Confederate
soldier, with his axe on his shoulder, on his
way to reconstruct piece of woodland he
had rented, and in sour minds eye'' we saw
him rich and Prosperous in few years.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

A Building Association has recently been
Organized in sIartinsburge There are 500
shares in it, eah share being 50 cents, paya
sbleweekly.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

THE CANAL.-Col. Ellis has received a Cable
dispatch from the French Company announ-
cling that they have made arrang for
$4,000, 900 to complete the ). R. s K. Canal.
This is good news, if true, and is some COM
pensation for the passage of the Military Bill
by the mob at Washington.
IMpoRTANT,-W.. A. Burnett, Clerk County
Court, desires us to inform all persons who
have deeds (executed since October LIST 1862, }
to stamp, as required by Act Of Congress, that
he will attend to stamping them in Harrison
burg, if presented to him before the 9Th Of
March next
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Coon SHooTING.-At shooting match in
Dry Branch, last Saturday, Haunt scherer.
won five Turkeys, the largest weighing p
pounds gross. he put five rifle balls, in the
space covered by silver dollar, at 60 yards.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Maj. John Poe, Jr., has been elected chief
of the Police force of Richmond, vice Major
J. H. Claiborne resigned. Col. B. G. Bald
win, formerly of Staunton, was candidate
and received handsome vote
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

RoBBERY.--0n the night Of the 2lst some
thieves broke into the rectifying house Of
Smart s Mann, at STARTS Distillery, on Mid
die River, and stole quantity Of whiskey and
left the stands running. They stole three horses
from Smart & Mann and two from Mr.. Grove !;
also, two watches from Mr.. Groves house. -
The horses were retaken at Thinking Spring.
The same party robbed poor shoemaker's
shop the same night. None Of the party have
been arrested. Lookout for them and other
thieves
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

The Central Railroad Company, on and af-
ter March list, will issue season tickets for
not less than three months at SIS dollars per
mile per annum, and in proportion for a short
Ell. time. Also communicated tickets at half
first class rates (not less than ten in number)
At the annual meeting of the Valley Insu-
rance Company, held on the 18th inst, at
Winchester, the following gentlemen were
chosen directors for the ensuing year: Jo-
seph S. Carson, John Kerr, DR.. Daniel Con-
rad, VIM. B. Baker, Lewis P. Hartman and
LLOYD Logan.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

Col. John S. Mosby is said, by the Warren
ton Index, to be the author of the letter pub
lshed in the Examiner, and copied in this pa
per some weeks since, exposing the Southern
Orphan Association scheme.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27

THANKs.-We are indebted to. our friend,
and eyerybody's friend, Samuel Woodward,
Esq, for copy of the "Annual Message of
the acting Governor of Nebraska Territory"
We get from it q consoling fact: In 1859 the
value of all property in the Territory of Ne
braska was $7,5S4,194. In 1866 its material
wealth increased to 1885, SSl 81. Work!
saorM and don't be scared about being a 'Ter-
ritory.'
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-02-27
Dry Goods + Groceries.
Who D4aies 1t:
NoTPNE! /

That at The Great B&aar Store can be foun,
the Cheapest Gods IN the ValIey.