davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
Groceries and Produce.


WE have constantly on hand choice lot OF
w FAMILY SUPPLIES, consisting of
choice white wheat family Flour, ..)
Teas Coffees and Sugars of all grades,
Sugar cured and country hams,
Sweet and Irish Potatoes,
Fresh bolted meal,
Fresh ground buckwheat,
Spices of all kinds, cheese, crackers, sc.
Also. good lot of wooden ware, and PRIME
lot of tMarshall Salt"
We have also in store good assortment OF
Tobacco, which we offer at factory prices, and to
which we call the especial attention of country
merchants. ger
Country produce bought and sold for cash.
Fl. KERR & BRO
General Produce Merchants,
Old Burwell Building
nov1O-tf Staunton, Virginia.
DICHARDSON & WHEAT.
~ GROCERIES AND PRODUCE,
all kinds of best Family Groceries.
large and well selected Stock,
NOW IN STORE.
The attention of the Farmers and Citizens
generally, is called to our Present
~ Stock of Groceries, viz
SUGARS-of all Grades and Qualities. y
COFFEES-from Lowest Quality to highest.
1SYRUPS AND MOLASSES,
frii1e LOU.
A Prime Lot of SOLE LEATHER,
white and Red
COTTON CLOTHS-Best Brands
LIVERPOOL SALT, large lot on hand,
large, well filled sacks.
81 q COTTON YARNS-Best Brands.
We are paying the highest cash prices for
FLOUR, s. & q. =:
GRAIN, 5.I. f1
SEED,
assan BACON,
4s BUTTER, .a aH
LARD,
EGGS,
.... POTATOES,
and country Produce generally.
We desire all who wish to sell or buy to call
and see us.
7a RICHARDSON & WHEAT,
Cor Main and Augusta Streets.
Staunton, Va.
Oct Is
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
Portable Fence.

A NEW FENCE.-The attention Of the
"a farmers of this county is requested TO a
new style of BOARD FaNCE a specimen OF
which is to be seen in the Court house yard.
1t is erected without posts, costs less to prepare
taken take down with great rapidity, is firm and dura-
bic, can be prepared during the winter and pre-
sents many points of advantage for the consider
alton of the farmer.
ble terms. either by GEO. E. PRICE or the under
signed. DAVAO d. oonD"'
mar 24-tf Wind copy
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

X The circulation of the s'SPEcTAToR"
is about as great as the combined circula-
tion of both the other papers published in
this place, and has as many subscribers in
this county alone as are contained In the
whole list of either of the other papers.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

ADVERTISING RATES.
ADVERTISEMENTS will be inserted at the rate
III One Dollar per Square of Eight Lines or less,
cor the first and so cents for each subsequent IN
.ertion Unless the number of insertions I, be
naked upon the manuscript it vii! be publish
ed until forbid and charged accordingly
ags- Obituaries, Annou'cenaents OF Candidates
for Office, Communications calling upon, AdUoea-
ting Or Opposing oa'sdiSatss a al conn.s,'r nsn
cations or Notices OF Personal or FTsoate enar-
octe1 or INTENDED or calculated to promote any
Priuats Enterprise Interest, a0i be charged for
as advertisements ,l,o
SPECIAL NOTICES wiz be inserted at double
the advertising rates. ,a
re Address -"staunton Spectator" staunton,
Augusta County, Va -
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

a MoTHERs LovE.-The intensity of ma.
ternal affection was wei illustrated in the oh.
servatlon OF sweet little boy who after read.
Ing, John Bunyan's Pilgrims Progress. asl.
ed his mother which of the characters she lied
best; She replied, Christian of course, he is
the hero OF the story The dear child r.. -
sponded; Mother, | like Christian best. be.
eau iause Wi'en christian set out on his pilgrimage
she took the children aciih Ler ), 9''''oN'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
Farming Implements !

DURKE's IRON WORKS,
Id STAUNToN, VA.
VIM. A. BURKE, ......... Proprietor
NOTICE-Persons having Threshing Machines,
can have them done in the very best style and
workmanship, at Burkes Iron Works. at short
notice. keep constantly on hand repairs tor all
the leading machines in the country at manufac-
turers prices. have a supply OF sections tor
the following machines:
m Buckeye Reaper and Mower,
Mccormick "
TTn;on
also all the repairs for
Pitts and Sweepstakes Threshng Machines,
- and
Bickford and Hufman's Grain and Guano Drill
TERMS CASH @ H w. A. BURKE.
mss- am still putting up the best LIVINGS-
jun june l6Dtf DiAN' - " VIM. 4. BURKE.
DLOWS! PLOWS!LI~N -.,-n-,,
4 wish to call the attention of xN = -
hfTfS fTTfTS "2a sToN t6S PpshooaW PphoWsNyos s ~ and
6; all of these numbers will fit the old Bradley
Castings in every way, made at or near Midway,
Rockbridge county. l also make very superb
or hillside for two horses, and will have very
good one-horse in time for fall plowing-single
and double shovel plows of superior style, .
Having carried on the PloW business in South
Western Virginia, for 16 successive years.. and
part of the time very extensively (my sales be-
ing three thousand p1ows per Year,, but having
met with misfortune, my operations at present
will be somewhat limited. But if cannot re-
gain my fortune, I am determined TO secure a
reputation for making the best plows, and OF deal
ing honestly with my customers I have made
the pillow my study, and can make and fit up any
kind of patterns, and would refer to Mr.. w. A.
Burke's as specimens having fitted up all his pat
terms and stocked all his .plows which have given
general satisfaction; and by close attention to my
business, hope to merit a portion Of your patron
age. Shop-adjoining Staunton nursery imme-
diately on Va. G. r. 4. All repairing done in
the very bestmanner and with dispatch. Cast
ings, LumD Der and Produce taken in exchange
Orders addressed to- w. j KELLER, Staun-
ton, will receive prompt attention. aa
You will find all of these Plows for sale at
BAKER BROS, near Rail Road Depot.
may 26-1yr ~
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

ga Western paper announced the illness ofits
editor, piousy adding:
"All good paying subscribers are requested
to mention him in their prayers. The others
need not, as the prayers of the wicked avail
nothing according to good authority"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
C03afeccj0ne3'Ses.

I'D F. FHFEE'S
I'D. Confectionery Store,
Main street, Staunton. Va, next door TO J. A. &
Y M. Bickle's Furniture Store
Always on hand every article usually found in
Confectionery store
@s- Respectfully solicits share s.of public
patronage nov10
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
HO! For the Holidays.
OLD MEN AND WOMEN!
YOUNG MEN AND MAIDENS !
BOYS AND GIRLS!

Everybody!
Come along and buy your Holiday Presents of
G. HIRSH & co.
They have in store the largest, cheapest, and
most varied assortment of
7,JEWELRY, NOTIONS AND FANCY
ARTICLES, Ladies' and Gentkenens 8
FURNISHING GOODS,
and, in fact, everything that should be kept in
variety store, that has ever been offered to the
people of this section, and they will sell them at
prices that will ensure satisfaction.
They would call special attention to their fine
Jewery Sets, Rings, Ladies' Writing Desks,
Photograph Albums, and other presentation ar
ticles. Give them call and examine their stock.
dec8-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
Patches and .JeaUeE7y.

A A. CONE. JAMES E. HANGER,
formerly with T w. Meredith of Augusta.
NTEN FIRM AND NEW GOODs..7
CONE s. HANGER, at Maynes old
stand, Main street, Situation, Va, have just, re-
ceived we'll selected stock of fine Watches,
Clocks, Jewelry, Silver and Plated Ware, Spec
taQles and everything usually found in first
class store.
Mg- Special attention is called to our stock of
Watches, Gold and Coin-Silver Gases. The eel
ebrated American Waltham Watch, from Is to
20 per cent cheaper than ever before. Also Bri-
dal Presents of every description and all orders
for the same promptly attended to.
We ere determined to build up frst-class
trade IN this place, and can make it to the inter
ssf Of eyeey one to give us a call before purcha-
eng elsewhere Highest cash price given for old
gold and silver.
All repairing done by experienced workmen
and warranted. -
oct20-6m CONE " HANGER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

There is this difference between thankful
and an unthankful man. the one is alwaus
pleased In the good he has done, and the Other
only once In what he has received. O''''' 't
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

Eyes are the electric telegraph of the heart
that VIII send message any distance in Ian,
guage only known to the two souls who CORES.
pond o ooiies-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

Every person should be actuated in all ac>
tons by desire to benefit mankind. We
should not hTe for ourselves alone The world
claims our assistance, and We incur the wrath
OF God if is not given 'A
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
Professional Directory.

nEET1STRY =. =. e.
ID =. III. HenkeI, ID. d. s. ol111o
Respectfully informs the public that he IS now
located in Staunton, and is prepared to operate
on the natural teeth according to the latest styles
recognized t 0y the profession, Artificial teeth
inserted on Gold, Silver, or Vulcanite Plates
All operations guaranteed to give satisfaction.
asr Anmsthetics administered when desired.
Ofica on corner of Main and Augusta streets, up
stairs. Entrance on Augusta street.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
CARD

-nRNEES@IONALC CARD.-In addition
to the courts of common pleas of Augusta
county will hereafter attend the courts of Rock
bridge, Highland, Bath and Rockingham Ny
Office is on the east side of the Court-House
souare. second of the brick row in approaching
from the court buildings, Staunton. a
oct6-1yr JOHN Is. WAITS,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

Llte without love, is like bird without a
song, garden without flowers. trees w;tbor.
light. 'a' "i'hou1
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
ReGJ Estate Agency.

ALEX. H. H. STUART. ORLANDO SMITH
R. D. LILLEY THoS. C. ELDER.
GTUART, LKALEY q CO.,
Real Estate Agents,
STAUNTON, VA,
Offer their services for the sale of Real Estate of
every description, in all parts of Virginia, espe-
eiallv in the FGtEey and Piedmont Districts.
We wish only the control of such lands as
owners are really desirons of selling at fair pri-
aeS.
Va We make no charge for advertising or
howing lands unless sale be effected.
auaA-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

If not paid in advance, additions to the above
charges will be made as follows If payments
be delayed for three months, addition Of Ia
per cent. will be charged; if for MONTHS 25 per
cent and if for II months 50 per cent.
Ms- The rates in currency will be changed
from time to time as the price of specie may rise
or fall. Hae
Ng- Subscriptions will not be discontinued,
except at the option Of the Editor, till all arrear
ages be paid. - -}ss1a'- *t8
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

THERE is not Jewish beggar in New York
City. The Hebrews support their own poor
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
xxTM. CHAPMAN, ID. ID. S., @M
NG - en-, IT NTON VA VfYY.

Office, at his old stand, South side of Main st.
With fifteen years experience in his profession,
Sone IN the most slillful manner and warranted
to compete with any done in the cities or else
where. Teeth mounted on gold, silver and vul-
canite. Nitrous Oxide Gas and Chloroiorm al
,ra;n;Stared when desired. sepS-1y
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
House Joining.

7EvHE Undersigned offers his services t.
Z such persons in town or county as may wish
to have Carpeateriag aaorE or Ho~se-Joi'sins
done on the best terms.
aug 27-tf ,. r. BLACKBURN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

ANGER. R.-Of all the passions there IS none so
extravagant and outrageous as that of anger
Other passions solicit and mislead us bat this
runs away with Us by force, and hurries us az
we'll to our own as anothers ruin. II fails many
times upon the wrong person, aud discharges
itself upon the innocent instead Of the guilty.
and makes the most trivial offences to be capital,
ana Furnishes an lnconslderato word perhaps
with fetters, or DEATH 1t allows man ne;tber
time nor means for defence, but judges cause
without hearing it, and admits no meditation
1t spares neither friend nor foe but tear. ali to
pieces, and casts human nature ioto perpetual
war
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

TEVHE Undersigned offers at private sale
& his house and lot ON Market street, in the
Eastern part Of Staunton. nearly opposite the
residence of Samuel M. Woodward.
aug27-tf D. r. BLACKBURN,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

RR. =. III. FULTZ. Graduate of Jefferson
I'D Medical College, Philadelphia, offers his
services to the citizens OF Staunton and Vicnlty'
Ofice-opposite Virginia Hotel
aug A-6m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
nR a. M. HENKEL, Staunton, Va

EE Formerly Of New Market, Va.,g .
Kespectfully offers his services to the public, In
all the branches of the Medical Profession-spe-
cial attention paid to Surgery.
May be found at his Office at all hours, unless
professionally engaged. -,
All calls promptly attended to, both day and
night in the country as well as in the town,
Ofioe-on Bruce's corner, up stairs. Entrance
on Augusta street. doors from corner.
auu1-hm
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

The Loss OF TIE Soul. What-if it be
lawful to indulge such Il thought-what would
be the funeral obseques of a lost soul. Where
shall we find the tears ft to be wept at such a
spectacle? or could We realize the calamity in
all Its extent what tokens administration and
concern would be deemed equalto the occasion
Would 1t sutilce Tor the sun to veil his light,
and the moon her brightness? to cover tho
ocean with mourning, and The heavens with
sackcioth? Or, were the whole fabric OF nature
to become animated and vocal, would it be
possible for her to utter groan too deem. or a
cry too piercing, to express the magnitude and
extent OF such catastrophe ?-Ro5ert Hall.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
VOLUME XLVI.
gtauntom Spettator.
PUBLISHED EVERY TUESDAY MORNING BY
Richard Mauzy & Go.
SUBSCRIPTION RATE
Advance Payments.
Postponed Payments.

For yr., So in Currency, or equivalentin Specie.
e no
" mo-, LOO, -
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
For the Spectator.
STAUNTON, Va. Jannarv lst 1860

OIAuNIoN, VA, January lst, 1869.
Another year has flown with the rapiditv of
time, and the year of 1868, which had its trials
and dlsappolntments, as we'll as here and there
Its oaSls has gone into the bosom of eternity.
How many, during Its progress, have quit the
SHORES OF time? =? The aged, bending beneath
the weight OF years, the strong and robust man.
the youth, together with the beautiful and
lovely babe all, all, have been placed upon an
equality and have bowed, their heads. and
yielded, to the stern mandate OF death aud are
sleeping quietly In his arms only to be ava.
kend when time shall be no more. Their record
Is made, their probation ended, and amid the
realities OF the great future are their places
fixed. rN"
But, what of the living? How. has the
rolling year been improved? Alas alasl how
many sins of commission and omission have
been recorded against us, in God 8 book of re-.
membrance? Had we to be judged and dealt
with by man, our case would be hopeless. but.
instead OF man, We have a God, who. though he
cannot look upon sin with any degree Of al,
lowance, has mercifully provided a mediator.
WHO has SAID, II We sin, we have an Advocate
with the Father, even Jesus Christ He is our
days. man. our grand Advocate then: let us
instead oi joining III the scenes Of hiiarity, or
songs OF the bachanaliau, go to Him, and with
true repentance ask forgiveness, for all that is
past anu 1hiPtciC Ills CUuISeI anu guidance for
the future so that when life itfnl fever is q err
NC may enter in, through the gates into the
city, and there amid its golden streets and the
river of life join With those, who have washed
their robes and made them white in the blood
OF the Lamb, In singing the song of Noes and
the Lamb. No more to be disturbed during
the long, long cycles of eternity. But what Of
those who live only for self and never act with
reference to the best interests of the Immortal
principle that lies within, who never apply to
this grand Advocate for His mediation and in
tereession? Where, where shall they appear.
amid the ruins OF time and burning world p
VIII they call on the Rocks and mountains to
fall on them and hide them from the face of
Him. who once profered his mediation, but
now appears as Judge upon his throne? But
alas those rocks and mountains will fee awav.
or melt, with iervent heat No hiding place,
No, none whatever. Sad and deplorabe con.
dition. May We all strive to avoid it, by ''ceas
ing to do evil and learning to do we'll.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
THOMAS C. ELDER,
RR g. R. HARRIS,

hH@' ' STAUNTON, VA,
fas had over 25 years experience in the various
branches as Practitioner of medical science.
Special attention given to diseases peculiar to
females Patients from q distance can be accom-
9odated with Board at first=class Boarding hou-
Patients waited on in the country when de-
0fice 94 hours between 7 and 10 o'clock, A. NJ,
I'd 2 and o'clocl ?. NJ.
RS Ofice on Main Street, 2 doors East, from
DR.. Chapulan's Surgeon Dentist, and nearly op-
posite Tavlor s. PowelPs. IeDZ2-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12

THos. J. NICHE. j. W. G, SMITH.
N6ECKkEE IL SMITH.
fSE ATTORNEYS AT LAW,
Stanaton Va,
Practice in the Federal Court at Staunton IN all
he Courts of Augusta county; in the Circuit and
ounty Courts Of Rockingham; and in the Cir
;uit Courts of Rockbridge.
Collection of claims promptly attended to.
Nov 14-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-12
chesapeake & Ohio R0iIroGd.


Staunton, Nov. 10Th, 1868.
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1869-02-06
CONGRESSIONAL.

TIE PRESIDENT AUTHORIZED TO EMPLOY TROOPS
TO DEFEND ExTRAD1TIoN PRISONERS SOUTH
ERN SENATORS ASK BUT RECEIVE NoT-sUMNER
WANTS UNIVERSAL SUFFRAGE BY ACT OF CON-
GREss.
WASHINGTON, February 5.-The session of
the Senate last night was devoted to private
land bills, and the session OF the House to GEN
eral debate.
In THE SENATE, to-day, the Committee on
Public Lands reported adversely to the sale of
public lands to aid the construction OF the
West Virginia Central Railroad.
The bill authorizing the President to employ
troops to defend extradtion prisoners was
passed.
An Intellectual effort was made to pay South
ern senator's for the whole of the Fortieth Con-
gress.
The consideration Of the suffrage amend
meL. was resumed. Sumner advocated secur-
ing ths end by act Of Congress, as moro speedy
and certain than by constitutional amend
ment. A long debate ensued, and recess was
taken to seven p. NJ, when the discussion was
resumed.
In THE HOUSE, large number Of private
bills were passed.
Brooks moved that the recusant witness
Scannel be discharged, as he was unable
to pay the expenses of his arrest. The
motion was tabled. Bingham, Hubbard, of
Iowa, Laurence, of Ohio, and Poland, voting
with the Democrats.
The House then went into committee Of the
whole ON the Army Appropriation bill.
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1869-02-06
EUROPE.

THE PROPOSED YACHT RACE-THR GAMBIA AC-
CEpTs THE CHALLENGE OF TIE sAPpHo-THE
RIGHT OF coNvooATIoN-THE PRESIDENT OF
TIE BOARD OF HEALTH.
LONDON, February IF. Ashbury, owner OF
the British yacht Cambria, is in receipt of g.
note from William Douglass, OF New York.
owner of the Sappho, written on the 10th ult..
proposing an ocean yacht race between their
respective vessels. Ashbury accepts the chal-
lenge and suggests the following as the route
best adapted to fairly test the seagoing quali-
ties Of the yachts, viz: from Cowes, eastward
~ through Spithead, around Isle Of Wight:
thence westwardly to and around Eddystone
Lighthouse; then southeasterly to Cherbourg,
France: thence northerly to Cow es, the place
OF beginning.
The petition OF the Irish bishops for right Of
convocation has been rejected.
w. II. Forster President oil the Board OF
Health. retains his seat in Parliament as men,
Der from Bradford, the petition against his
election having failed.
THE AssAssINATJoN OF THE GOVERNOR OF BURaos.
MADRID, February 8.--Fiva OF the . prisoners
implicated III the assassination OF the Governor
OF Burgos have confessed their guilt.
THE FENIANs.
LONDON, February 5.--There was a large
meeting last night in favor Of amuest ying the
Fenian prisoners. ~,
ESPARTERo.
MADRID, February 5.-Espartero declines a
seat in the Cortes.
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1869-02-06
MeiD unbIiGat,eas.
I'D US1ELL'S BUOM ~TORM.
WEEKLY LIST NEW BOOKS. go.

TIE poEr AND THE TIER or Gems of Art
and song, with ninety-nine rye stee. en ray.
angs, imperial Svo. moroc, o, $40
IENk YsoN's ENID I'll ,strsted by Gustaye Dore fo.
lilo. III a, egant binding siO
1ENhYsoNs LoCHsLY hALL, iAus strated by Bennesy
octave, 70.
GRAxs kLEGY, with seventeen I'm lv eo!ored draw.
1ngs and o phoioar4 phic reproduction CS the
oriR mai manuscript 40 SO 90.
WAxsiDE PosIEs, original Poems OF country life,
edited by Robert buchanan. with sor.y-saven
illustrations. zlo $40
HE BIRD by Michelet, illustrated by ts o hundred
and ton exquisite engfpvings br Gacomelli &C.
CARSsT IN SoNG or Hymns I.manuol, seIected
|. from oil ages by Philip schafs, d d , svo, cloth
QllI extra. 10.
cewpER's ABLE Talk. ana OTTER Poens. beauts.
iully illustrated by The mo.t en ne 4 Rnelish
A. hsta. volume. Alto. so.
STORY WITHOUT AN END, from tho German of Ca
rove. large Ato. with ffteen beautiful, pic.
tures, IA tinita'ion Of water eoiors, ~ ga
cxn2IsTMAs CAnor. by Charles NsEeD v with thirty
Illustrations. hy Rylingo, sma avo, So.
HGoxTA's BARDs. tsa choicest ,ucions N the
Seottiah Foets, beautifully elinsti.a ed. Svo "a
MAnAroE, by Walsar Soctt. wita Gtttsi ,hotosrapho
Illustration 90.
LAYS or gHx HoLY LASp, from ancest ana modern,
writers, with sixsy- y-thrss ilsiss aiions ayr. "a.
cHAMnEns' eooE or LAYS q paiscalany OF ,our,iar
autauise, two iarae volasnes, re-, M syo ~. -
Ihe above are all In elegxnt bindiags r
Sanuary I avr
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1869-02-06
WASHINGTON.

UNDERwooD's CAsE-No INAUGURATION BALL
$4,000 INCREASE IN THE DEBT-EAuaRANT
TREATY.
WASHINGTON, February 5.-The Reconstruct
ton Committee have declined to hear further
oral evidence or speeches in regard to Missis-
sippi.
In the Supreme Court Underwood acknowl-
edged service of the writ Of prohibition. The
case will be heard on it's merits next Friday.
1t involves the right Of Judge Underwood to
nullify the decisions of Virginia courts on tho
ground that their Officers were ineligible un-
der the Fourteenth amendment.
There will be DO inauguration ball
i The debt statement will appear tomorrow,
said stlams it will show nm increnscsSf
SIS, 600. 600.
treaty is pending between the United
States and North Germany for the better pro-
lection Of emigrants in comfort health and
morals.