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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1869-01-22
Yankee Gallantry.

How A YOUNG ADoN1s AVENGED HIMSELF
ON A SWEETHEART Some time ago gush-
ing Allegheny "youthess" condescended 10
favor q certain young man with her company
to social hopsat house on the second
bank. After arriving she concluded to re-
ceive the attentions of another gentleman in
the room, to the total exclusion of her es-
cort. The latter accepted the situation
without exhibiting any signs of displeasure,
not even demurring when he discovered, at
the termination Of the festivities, that the
young lady was about to outrage courtesy
and propriety to the extent of allowing his
more favored rival to accompany her home
Meeting the young lady shortly afterwards
he CALAMITY accepted the explanation she Of
fered, and to prove his unselfsh devotion and
forgiying split, he requested her company
for future evening to Ole Bulls concert, to
which she of course assented. When the
evening came, about seven and half o'clock
saw the generous Adopis and his female on
their way to the Academy of Music. On
arriving at the head of the stairs, the young
man suddenly discovered that he had mad
vertently left the tickets, which he had
purchased that afternoon, in an adjoining
saloon. Stating the case to his friend, and
requesting her to remain where she was for
a moment, he started down stairs for the
missing tickets, and forgot to come back.
After waiting for his return reasonable
time, the young lady concluded that she had
been nicely beaten at her own game, and
started down stairs chop-fallen, and no
doubt completely out Of sorts to think she
had so innocently fallen into we'll set trap,
On reaching the sidewalk, she discovered on
the opposite side of the street knot of male
friends of the fully avenged lover, who had
been informed Of the plot, and had assembled
to witness her defeat and discontinue
Pittsbwy Republican -.
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John Meade smiled and Peter Finch
ground his teeth-but in quiet, respecta-
BILE manner .- rs
The man of business went on with his
reading: ....+ ,...
Having always held the opinion that
woman should be rendered a rational and
independent being, and having duly consid-
cred the fact that society practically denies
her the right of earning her own living, [
hereby bequeath to Mary Sutton the sum Of
ten thousand pounds, which will enable her
to marry or to remain single. as she may
prefer"
John Meade gave prodigious start upon
hearing this Peter Finch ground his teeth
again--but in manner hardly respectable.
Both, however, by violent effort, kept 81
lent
The man of business went on with his
reading
II have paid some attention to the char
acter of my nephew, John Meade, and have
been grieved to find him much possessed
with a feeling of philanthropy, and with an
adherence for what is base and false. As
these tendencies are by no means such as
can advance him in the world, bequeath
him the sum of ten thousand pounds-hop-
ping that he will keep out of the work houses
and be enabled to paint his great historical
picture, which, as yet. he has only talked
about. .tl-
GAS for my other nephew. Peter Finch,
he views all things in 50 sagacious and sell
fish a way, and is SO certain to get on in life,
that I should only insult him by offering any
aid which he does not require yet from his
affectionate uncle and entirely as testimo
ny of admiration for his mental acuteness,
I venture to hope that he will accept a be-
quest of five hundred pounds towards the
mpletion of his extensive library Of law
books" =.r..!a -sI-
How Peter Finch stormed, and called
names-how John Meade broke into deli
rum of joy--how Mary Sutton cried first,
and then cried and laughed together-all
these matters I shall not attempt to describe.
Mary Sutton is now Mrs John Meade, and
her husband has actually begun the great
historical picture. Peter Finch has taken
to discounting bills, and bringing actions on
them, and drives about in his brougham al
ready. t.g. u'7.7'-
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1869-01-22

TIE STEM. RA11 The New York Sun
tells us that the use Of steel, instead of iron,
for the rails Of railroads, has not been pro-
duotive Of the saving which was expected Of
it. The surface of the steel rail is indeed
harder, and therefore wears better than
iron but steel has not the tough, fbrous
character of iron, and, in frosty wheather. it
breaks with alarming ease. Then, although
the cost of steel ig nearly double that Of iron
old steel rails sell for little or nothing, while
old iron rails are worth half the price Of new.
Taking all these facts into account, it is
found to be cheaper to lay down good iron
rails than steel ones, except in the vicinity
of stations where there is great deal of
friction from the frequent breaking up Of
trains, and but little rapid movement. Ex-
periments are, however, being made, and
with considerable success, to manufacture an
iron rail with steel top, SO as to combine
the toughness and cheapness of iron with the
hard wearing SURFACE Of steel.
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4 UMBER, LUMBER.

II UMBER, LUMBER.
CO-PARTNERSHIP.
R. H. Bell and G. R. Mathews having thisaday
bought out the entire interest of T. B. Cauthorn
in the s'Steam Saw Mill' of Hughes Cauthorn,
and having formed partnership with Mr.. q. +
Hughes, will continue the Lumber business at
their Lumber Yard on the Va. e. R. R., near
Milboro' Depot.
Are prepared to furnish Lumber in any guam
tity, and at reasonable prices.
Letters on business or orders should be ad
dressed to HUGHES u CO.,
Cady's Tunnel ?. o.,
May 4th 1868. Bath Co., Va.
l take this method Of returning my thanks to
the public for their kind and liberal patronage,
and bespeak continuance of the same towards
the above firm. Mr.. G. P. Hughes is hereby
authorized to settle up the business of the late
firm of Hughes & Cauthorn. ~
IT, ..QAUTHORN.
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Poetry.
~0O0NOC[N
CHARITY
Now abideth these three: Faith. Hope, Charity
but the greatest of these is Charity"

Now abideth these three: Faith, Hope, Charity
,ut the greatest of these is Charity
If we knew the cares and crosses
Crowding round our neighbours way:
If we knew the little losses,
Sorely grievous, day by day;
Would we then so often chide him =
For his lack of thrift and gain, .
Leaving on his heart shadow
.i. Leaving on our lives stain! F4-
If we knew the clouds above us,
Held but gentle blessing there,
Would we turn away all trembling,
In our blind and weak despair
Would we shrink from little shadows
Fitting DER the dewy grass,
If we knew that birds OF Eden
Were in mercy flying past?
If we knew the silent story,
Qulyering through the heart OF pam,
Would we drive it with our GOODNESS
Back to haunts of guilt again
Life has many tangled crossing,
Joy hath many a break of woe,
But the cheeks, .ear-washed are whitest,
And kept in life are flowers by snow.
Let us reach into our bosoms
For the key to other lives,
And with love toward erring nature,
Cherish good that still survives.
So that when our disrobed spirits,
Soar to realms of light above,
We may say. Dear Father, love us,
Fen as we Jamestown our love-"
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IMPORTANT TO MERCHANTS.
WHOLES4LESRET4

IMPORTANT TO MERCHANTS.
HOLES4LESRET1IL,
CHINA, GLASS & WHITE GRANITE WARE
AT CHINA HALL.
The subscribers are now receiving the largest
stock of WARE ever seen in Staunton, and they
are now prepared to make the following PROPOSE
ton to merchants, viz ,.: .le .t.
We can and will sell the best White Granite
Ware at precisely Baltimore prices, with freight
adde
We will only name the prices of some leading
articles.
The best White Granite Handle Teas at 80 cts.
err set the identical goods you have to pay IS
ents for at regular jobbng houses in Baltimore
Breakfast, Tea, and Dining Plates at from one
dollar twenty-five, to one dollar seventy-fve cts
per dozen This is the best Granite Ware made
Covered Dishes, Ewers, Basins, Dishes, Pitch
ers Tureens, Sauce Boats, Pickles, Buffers &c.
We are willing to take the invoice ofany Job
bling house, and duplicate the bill at 10 per cent
advance, which we think is about the expenses
incurred in shipping to Staunton.
rs In retailing we can sell nearly all kinds
of Ware at 40 per cent, lower than before the
War, taking the price of gold as basis
We have made arrangements to receive large
additions to our stock every week, and are de-
termined to supply any demand made upon us
and at wonderfully low prices. Our motto is
"Quick Sales and Short Profts.''
PIPER, DRAKE b co.
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DURKE's. LIVERY STABLE,

- ~, " 1'.''' STAUNTON VA.
The proprietor takes this occasion to call the
attention Of his friends, and the public generally,
to his complete outfit of
NEW BUGGIES, HACKS &G.,----
which, in neatness and ease Of running, are not
equalled by any Livery in the Valley.
His stud of riding, Buggy and Hack horses ha
been considerably in creased and he is now pre-
pared to accommodate persons with Superio
riding and driving horses, both gentle and fast:
He5wil furnish a single feed or board horses by
the day, week or month on liberal terms.
Parties can rely on their horses being well cared
for as that experienced and famous hostler TON
BETHEL is in general charge Of the stable.
Ms- Persons desiring Hacks, Buggies or Horse
would do we'll to call on the proprietor, who can
always be found at the stable, which is convenient
to both Hotels and directly betWeep the Railroad
and Virginia House .'''i 'i''
Thosehaving horses for sale will find good
accommodations at Burke's Stable.
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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1869-01-22

yXTELL DIGGING AND w.
WV - MINERAL PROSPECTING. :
The undersigned, an experienced Well Digger
is prepared to undertake the digging of wells in
this locality or county. He will work by con-
tract or by the day as preferred.
He has also considerable experience, l3 years.
in the mineral business and will engage in pros
pecting for minerals for parties desiring his ser
vices ~. .' ,:-!i-o.
Having considerable experience in Railroading
he will undertake the management OF g LOT OF
hands, =;
He can be found on application to ]. F. Beard,
Stanton.
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mayl5th est.
TEMPLE OF FASHION.

Mrs. K. NJ. Kelley has returned from Baltimore
with large and elegant assortment of Millinery
and Fancy Goods, which consists of all the latest
novelties of the season, Real and Imitation Lace
Collars, Plain and Embroidered ditto, Linen and
Cambria Chemisetts, Ladies & Misses Kid Gloves
American, French and German Corsetts,i Cloaks
of the very latest styles, Dress Trimmings, Black
and White Mourning Collars, TO all of which she
The latest novelty of the season is the Grand
Duchess Pannier and Cravat, Hair Braids and
Frizzes and new style Chignon, sold at Baltimore
prices.
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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1869-01-22

DAY UP? PAY UPll
Persons knowing themselves indebted to
me respectfully but earnestly requested to call
and settle at once. l need every dollar that is
due me, andhope my friends will respond prompt
ly. have to pay cash for labor and material and
I shall be compelled in the future to adopt the
cash plan. I desire to return my thanks to my
friends and the Public generally for their kind
patronage, and hope by strict attention to bust
ness and fair dealing to merit a continuance of
the same.
w. A. BURKE.
Burke's Iron Works, Staunton, Va.
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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1869-01-22

vx7ANTED.-A WHITE WOMAN, without
w encpmbrance, who is good cook.
can hear of pleasant home and good wages, by
applying ct Spectator Office
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REAL ESTATE AGENTS,
S. E Corner of Court House Square,

REAL ESTATE AGENTS,
S. E. Corner of Court House Square, 80
STANTON, VIRGINIA..
We are now selling, and have constant de
mand for Farming, Grazing Timber and Manera
Lands of all descriptions, Mills, &C., and we in
vite parties having such property for sale, es
ley of Virginia, to put the same. in our hands
believing that we possess superior advantages
from our central location, and thorough knowl-
edge ofthe country, and our extensive business
relations, for securing purchasers
We make no charge for advertising or show
ing property, but when we find purchaser for
it we charge commission of five per cent, to be
paid out of the first payment made by the pur-
chaser.
Nov. %, 1867.
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Business Cards.


JOHN EcHoLs, H. NJ BELL
r. II. CATLETT JED HoTCHkISS.
NICHOLS, BELL, CATLETT co.
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WIN. HALL CREW,
DEALER IN

ANTHRACITE & BITUMINOUS COAL.
Best RED and WHITE ASH ANTHRACITE Coal
for FAMILY and FOUNDRY use.
MIDLOTHIAN, BTUMINoUs) LUMP, HAIL, AVER
AGE AND SMITH Coal for FAMILIES, STEAM ENGINE
and BLACKSMITH use.
Office and Anthracite Coal Yard Cor. 18th and
Cary st. Bituminous Coal Yard 18th St. near
Mayo's Bridge, Richmond, Va.
may l-tf.
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LANES FAGAN, !fll.'H =
81 BooT AND SHOE MANUFACTURER,
MAIN STREET STANTON.
Keeps constantly on hand large stock of SUI
perior Leather and Shoe Findings, purchased in
large quantities and at the lowest figures and is
therefore prepared to make up in the neatest
style and at low prices, for cash. LADIES BALMo-
RAILS and POLISH Doors, of best FRENCH KID and
Boor Morocco, MEN WATERPROOF Doors, SHOES,
CATERS, sc.
He guarantees to give satisfaction both as to
price and finish. MEMS fine calf bootsat $1,000.
Jan lO ,62-tf l -
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1869-01-22

A NEW FEN E.-The attention of the
IN farmers of this county is requested to a
new style of BOARD FENCE, aspecimen ofwhich
is to be seen in the Courthouse yard.
1t is erected without posts, costs less toprepare
than the ordinary board fence, can be put up and
taken down with great rapidity, is firm and du-
rable, can be prepared during the winter and pre-
sents many points Disadvantage for the consider.
alton of the farmer.
Farm rights will be disposed ofupon reasonable
terms, either by GEO. E. PRICE or the undersign-
ed. .i .r.rt 81 DAVID BUCHER. =
March 27-tf. .it-..-a.-ie ..
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4 GENERAL AUCTION.
~ AND
COMMISSION BUSINESS
The Undersigned, under the firm and style Of
PECK Il CUSHING,
having taken the large and commodious store
room of Mrs. B. Bolen, at the corner of Augusta
street and Spring Alley, in Staunton, for the pur-
pose Of onducting
General Auction and Commission Business,
solicit consignments of all kinds of Goods and
Produce, to be sold either at auction or private
sale, at reasonable charges.
Sales ofall kinds ofproperty attended eitherin
town or county IL: II: PEGh,
y Jam 4. 1867. EN-. GUSHING.
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CO-PARTNERSHIP.- THE undersigned hav
entered into Copartnership for
the purpose of conducting the GROCERY AND
PRODUCE BUSINESS at the old stand of Hoge
b Macon and would be glad to see their friends
and the public generally,
ono1A-tf CHAS. E. HOGE,
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10 WARM BED FOR Pies, If pigs are kept
warm and dry during the winter they will
do much better for it. In building straw
stack, it is very well to provide a shelter at
one side or end of the stack around and over
the pen, leaving gap suitable for the pigs
to pass in and out, and will make delight
full house for them, and they may sleep there
warm and comfortably in the coolest wealth.
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Business Cards.

Business Cards.
ALEX H STUART, oRIAN y SMITH
% n ITJEy THoS. G. ELDER
CTUART, LILLEY & CO.,
REAL ESTATE AGENTS,
.s. STANTON, VA,
Offer their services for the sale of Real Estate OF
every description in all parts Of Virginia, especi-
ally in the
VALLEY AND PIEDMONT DISTRICTS.
We wish only the control of such lands rs ow-
uers are really DESTROYS of selling at fair prices.
Wemake no charge for advertising or showing
lands unless q sale be effected.
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Glycerine mixed with gelatine imparts to
it MANY useful qualities. 1t answers well to
Theoretically seal bottles. It will solidify on
cooling, without losing its ductility.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1869-01-22

u B. GRAVES,
FASHIONABLE TAILOR,
Main Street, Stanton, Va. four doors East
of Crwford's old sta nd,
where he is prepared to execute work in the mos.
fashionable manner and at the shortest notice, al
a reduced price for the CASH. Cntting andren-
ovating done in the best manner.
Aug.9, '67-3m.
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AsP Ra wlS sss Ise Steps, large supply
Fall and Winter Goods, consisting of all the
late STYLES of Ladies' Dress Goods, Trimmings,
Buttons &C., of every grade:
Our stock of Cloths, Cassimeres, Linens and
Boys, wear is complete. = 80. ~,
+! Our entire stock has been selected with CARE
and will be disposed of as Low as good quail
ty of goods can be sold. All we ask is an exam
ination and respectfully request our friends ana
the public to give us call.
I. WITT Il BRO,
Main Street Stanton Va.
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A CCOUNTs READY, and we NEED the
~ money, and will still take greenbacks
at par for accounts, Notwithstanding gold is ad
yancing steadily. A word to the wise is suit.
sient. PIFEk: DhAhH % w.
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To TAKE INK Our OF LINEN Dip the
spotted part in pure melted tallow; then
wash out the tallow and the ink will come
out with it.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1869-01-22

TRENCH CLOAKING,
h all shades and colors, from $500 to SO 90
at HILB & WELLER'S.
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Ill CURE FOR NEURALGIA. -Half drachm of
sal-ammonia in one ounce of camphor water,
to be taken teaspoonful at dose, and the
dose to be repeated several times, at inter-
walls of five minutes if the pain be not re-
lieyed ut once.
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To CURE FELoN AS soon as the pulsa-
ton is felt, take piece of tape about twelve
inches long, wax it we'll and wrap the finger
as tight as can be borne, commencing at the
end Of the finger. This prevents the flow
Of blood to the part and the felon dies from
want of nourishment in five or six hours
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1869-01-22

ABOUT CuEEsE.-Rich cheese feels soft
under the pressure of the finger. That which
is very strong is neither good nor healthy
To keep one that is cut, tie it in cloth.
put it in cool, dry place. If mold APP
pears on it, wipe it off with dry cloth.
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A NJ. .HENKEL, NJ. D.
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON.
s. III. HENKEL, ID. ID. S.,

formerly of New Market Va.)
Respectfully announce that they have located
in Staunton Va. and offer their services to the
public in all the branches of their professions.
Calls promptly attended to at all hours unless
professionally engaged.
Office on corner Of Augusta and Main Streets.
Entrance 3 doors north of Bickle's corner.
Aug7-6m#
The Kenosha telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1860-1888, 1869-01-21

the majority, will now, and henceforth
render a complete obedience to law, and
that persecution of freedmen that murder
and social ostracism of loyalists, organized
rapine and lawsessness will vanish from
that section forever Should we, however,
be disappointed in this expectation,
should the spirit of rebellion and passion
continue to show itself, we may rest assur
ed that neither sympathy with treason nor
|imbecility will rule in the executive coun-
cils but the entire power of the. nation
will be vigorously used to vindicate the
majesty of the nations laws. Further
difficulty we would avoid; we desire, and
will have, perfect peace, and if the south
ern men will meet us in that spirit, friend
ship will come with it. Let the people
of the south, no longer regarding us as
their enemies, leave the "lost cause"
where the fate of battle left it, let them
not only permit, but invite immigration,
afford protection and encouragement to
to every department of industry, apply
themselves assiduouly to the arts of peace,
speedily repair the ravages of war by de
veloping the almost boundless resources
of their beautiful country. Let them Join
hands with us of the north, in brotherly
grasp, banishing all prejudice and hatred,
heartily cooperate with us in the noble
and patriotic endeavor to contrlbut to the
honor, peace, glory and welfare of the
whole Of our common country.
CoCLUsloN.
/ can not conclude this my last annual
message, without expressing through you
to the people Of this state, my heartfelt
thanks for the generous confidence with
which they have so often honored me-
During the several terms Of office |, have
held by their suffrage, [ have received
from them support, sympathy and en-
couragement which has greatly aided me
in the discharge Of my official duties I'll
| shall have in the least degree contribut-
ed to the welfare and prosperity Of the
state, during my connection with the adj
ministration Of it's affairs, it will be to me
a source Of lifelong qualification.
We have been blessed, as people, far
beyond the average of mankind. and as
state have been prospered to a wonderful
degree. Steeled to all sense of gratitude
must be the heart of that citizen who does |
not sincerely thank the Father of the |
Universe for the rich gifts He has bestow-
ed upon us. Let us so live as to merit the
continuance of divine favor To His care
and the guidance OF His wisdom, com
mend you in the performance Of your du-
ties as legislators and citizens, fervently
praying that in the future, as we'll as in
the past, Gods richest blessings may rest
upon our beloved state and nation.
LUCIUS FAIRCHILD.
EXECUTIVE CHAMBER, Jan, IA, 1869.
The Kenosha telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1860-1888, 1869-01-21

It VIII De seen that the estimated ex-
penditures and revenues are nearly equal
in amount. Great care should be exercised
in making appropriations, the payment of
which, this yeer, is not provided for, lest
such deficiency be created in the gener-
al fund as shall embarrass the state finan-
ces.
The Secretary also gives an estimate of
revenues and expenditures for 1870, it be-