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"Barbaric SuIendor +"

An innocent rural reader writes to know what
IS meant by this phrase, and to enlighten the
styglan darkness Of her unsophisticated mind
on the subject 1t is defined as wearing In the
street lace flowers upon satin dresses, diamonds
In the hair and on the neck it is the unpardon-
able vulgarity of being over dressed it is to
wear glaring, flaming colors trimmed with cheap
fnery and conspicuous jewels it is to be dress
ed SO much like one of the demimoade as not
to be distinguished from them across the street;
it Is to dress beyond your means or station In
life; it is to be overloaded with silks, laces,
diamonds, false hair and paint, and at the same
time to laugh and talk loud use slang and per-
NIT yourself any familiarity OF manner toward
men 1t IS to be always hitching at the should
ers of.your dress while oging the people about
you; 1T Is to wear your dresses disgustingly and
indecently low and daring to call yourself
modest woman and expecting men to think you
SO meanwhile.
That is what is called ''barbaric splendor,"
thou innocent dove that asketh us the meaning
OF the phrase. The term is applicable to men
when they wear profuson Of cheap jewelry,
sop-shop clothes, loud ties, dirty nails, smell
habituay of whiskey and cloves, and are giving
to getting drunk at parties and being surrepti-
tiously smuggled out of the house and home by
of the clothing. of which gentemen's garments
have the money and position of gentleman,
with the manners of deck k-hand and sport
combined. This is what is meant by "barbarie
splendor." And let US be thankful that it is
dying out in our republic, and will be found in
few years only within the kingdom of iIaho
mey or the Sandwich Islands. Louisville
Courier
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Why am I not a. Christian ?

l. Is it because am ashamed of ridicule.
and OF what others will say to me?
whatsoever shall be ashamed of me and of
my words, Of him shall the Son of man be as
hamed.
2. Is it because of the inconsistencies Of pro.
Tossing Christians?
Every man shall give account of himself to
God
3. Is it because am not willing to give up
all to Christ?
what shall it profit man if he shall gain
the whole world and lose his own soul ?''
4. Is it because | am afraid | shall not be ac-
cepted?
Him that cometh unto me | will in no wise
cast out. -.
5. Is it because | fear | am too great sim
ner?
The blood of Jesus Christ cleanseth from all
sin'
6. Is it because am afraid shall not ''hold
out?"
He which hath begun good work in YOU
will perform it until the day Of Jesus Christ"
7. 1t is because am thinking that will do
as well as | can, and that God ought to be sat-
isfed with that?
"Whosoever shall keep the whole law and
yet offend In one point, he is guilty of all.
8. Is 1t because l am postponing the matter
without any definite reason?
Boast not thyself of tomorrow, for thou
knowest not what day may bring forth"
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A Lesson.

A few days since, when visiting an extensive
bed OF iron ore, we noticed three workmen toll
ing together to break off portion of ore from
rocky mass. One sat patiently holding an
iron bar In an excavation, while the others were
striking alternately with heavy hammer.-
Slow, very slow, seemed the process as the
sluggish blows tell In monotonous alienation,
with no impression preceptible to the locker
on
But is nothing effected? A glance around
shows that IT much remains to be done, much
has already been accomplished. A considera-
bic portion of the hill from which the ore is
taken has been removed by the same patient
labor carried On tor many years, and large an
nual profit results from all this toll A single
bloW OF the hammer or stroke OF the pick, seems
to effect nothing, but,ofteu repeated, it removes
a rocky hill. Is there not here a lesson for the
ministry and the Christian workers? The work
OF Christ seems at times to make little progress
In our hands, or particular efforts to fail. Then
must the attempt be repeated, if possible, aud
the labor go patiently on. The task of reach
Ing the hearts OF men is one that needs the pre-
serving application of the bar, the hammer. and
the pick, so to speak, or whatsoever implements
God has given US. The towering mountain
which loomed up before the apostles has GER
talnly been much diminished In its proportions
during these long centuries. Much, very much.
precious metal has been dug cut Of the hard
rock OF sin, in which it lay imbeddad, and has
In its turn been made the instrument ofdevelop-
ing the resources of Christ's kingdom. More
precious, infinitely, than iron is this treasure
thus secured, nay, Its worth exces that of silver
or gold. Surely, then, we may be content to
LABOR on In faith and hope, trusting at last to
see great treasures stored in Gods treasure
house through our patient toll, carried on day
by day in His name and strength.
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Letter From A Boarding School Miss.

: DEER MARI am now being teached the
Spanesh language wich my Tuteor says l
learn it with crate fasility, i've improved am
asinly in the english sints i've been here ! speks
and rite the real new stile now? and my COM
posishons are being very much admired among
the pupils of the school, come within won Of
getting the medic for bein the best english
scholar, at the clothes of the last quarter, and
shood done it but ! was Bein sick bedd
and couldn't attend to my studies-for hole
weak? and so got beehyndand by the buy,
Mar what Shocking bad english you do right p
ime ashamed to sho yewr letters to any of the
missesses among my akwaintances for instents
you sa vile the te wotter was bileing the other
day etceterah and so forth now yew should say
vile the tie wotter Yves bein bilte-par too rites
JUS as inkorrekly for instenis he seys in his let
ter french guds are falling very fast instead of
saying french goods are being fell. ime reealy
shocked that you and hee don't keep PAIGE with
the march of modern improvement but ime be-
ing called this minin to excite my spanesh les
son, SO must wind orf | supperscribe my sell
your affectionate dawtur,
MIRANDA MAcKERREL. -
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On Friday morning last. at about O. clock,
a lady resident of Boston, having occasion to
ascend the roof of her dwelling, beheld bril-
liant reflection OF light of many colors, like
the rainbow on the white linen hanging on the
lines, and, raising her darkened eyes in bewil-
derment to the sky, was obliged to cover them
with her hands on account Of the dazzling eff
fulgence and spleador which met her view and
transfxed, as with dart, her very soul.
Quivering with astonishment and fear, she
fastened down stairs and alarmed the inmates
of the house, who, eager to behold what she
had failed to portray in words, were astonished
at seeing in the armament the blazing form of
man as resplendent as the sun in his meri-
dian glory. Round about him the forms OF
gorgeousy attired infants of angelic beauty
hovered, and beneath them were seen the pro-
files of two women in kneeling posture.
One man resident of the West End, and a
very trustworthy gentleman, burnt piece of
glass through which were perceivable these
words: Come, now is the accepted time;
come now." These were In very large
green letters, which he says he plainly saw
There we're other words, but our informant
could not decipher them.
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BY GEORGE S. BURLEIeH.


Between the twilights eve and morn,
Between the dews of morn and eve,
Llther than webs the fairies weave
Front blade to blade of standing corn
In work of which no dreams bereave her,
Still feeds her warp my darling Weaver!
What time her step at daily toll,
Flies like the ie to and fro,
see thes lh19a >outy flow
Free from he. coil
And then my hea glad receiver
Saith low, 'God bless my dark-eyed Weaverl"
When summers sultry noon is past
see her delicate hand put back
All baf1ed winter from our track,
And yet the unseen web grows fast,
Warmer than Saxon fleece or beaver,
The rich gift of my busy Weaver.
Whether she tend the baby girl
Who chirps and dances on her knee,
Or turns her silent glance to me.
| feel that futtering sheet unfurl
From her fine loom whose shuttle ever
Is the swift heartbeat of my Weaver
Sometimes her living thoughts in speech
Come sparkling like fountain play,
And more, at times, her mute eyes say
OF things that to the wordless reach
But glad alike sworn believer,
l drink the wisdom of my Weaver.
When daylight takes its blushing leave,
Like timid lover of his maid
With mine amid the starry shade,
GGy z, HeStlt dIiu CldSpluS HHSofS Wed'e
The folds that, till cannot leave her,
Unwind me with my gentle " eaver.
In deep night, when at last it comes,
With arm-linked sleep and happy dreams,
For dark in light the love-veil CLEANS
And the swift shuttle slowly huns,
Closer my thrilled arms wind to sheave her,
And frmer fold my loving Weaver.
O, she hath vestured all my life
With woven beauty, light and love,
hOly bounty from ahoya-
My angel Weaver, Wonsa,s, Wife
How blest my heart is to receive her,
How leaps to bless my darling Weaver
*WIFE-Anglo Saxon, wy, from s0eb en-, to
Weaya- Richardson -
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Origin of Thanksgiving Day.

On the first organization of the government
OF what was then called the Plymouth Colony,
frequent tasts were appointed and observed with
that plety and devotion which was so character
istic of our venerable forefathers. On certain
occasion during session of the legislature,
motion was made for a fast, Immediately on
which member arose, and remarked that in
his opiEion heaven had been wearied long
enough with complaints; that many and very
peculiar favors has been received, and that
there was much, very much to be thankful for
and he therefore, thought that day Of thanks
giving should be appointed, instead of fast.
This motion prevailed, ard a day of thanksgiv-
ing was accordingly appointed. From the ori-
gin day of thanksgiving has been annually
celebrated throughout New England, and, with
rare exceptions, in all parts of the Federal
Union.
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. very nttIe DOy, whose infant brother
lied the day before, being asked where he WI
weetly replied, "Aslsep up stairs, in has n
rGdte."
Asleep, in his new cradle'-
How beautiful the thought,
Thy childhood in its simpleness,
From natures heart, has caught:
A reach, our sweetest Shakespeare
HIMSELF has failed to win;
And one, whose truthful tenderness
Must make 'the world all kim
"Asleep, in his new cradle''-
Sad mother, dry your tears,
In this, your heart bereavement,
Gods tenderest love appears;
The cradle, you provided,
From death could not be free;
Your loveliest has now secured
His Immortality.
"Asleep, in his new cradle''-
He wakes in Paradise
The lullabies of nature,
Lost in his symphonies;
Among the holy children,
In psstures green, he plays;
Or joins, with lisping accents,
In the music of their lays.
Asleep, in his new cradla'--
He waits for you to come,
From earth, it's sins and sorrows.
TO his bright and happy home;
I'LL the resurrection breaking
Gods loved ones all shall bring,
And the dead in Christ awaking.
Reign with their Saviour King.
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Matches and JeaCeIgy.
EWELRY-FENE AND CHEAP!

TEWELRY-FENE AND CHEAP!
eb Ladies' Fine Gold Watches.
American Waltham Watches,
Clocks, Silver and Plated Ware,
Presents, Bridal Presents.
We have just received a large assortment of
first class goods which we offer very low.
va Call and examine our stock.
Old Gold and Silver taken in exchange.
Watches Clocks and Jewelry repaired and
warranted.
The large number of watches and clocks re-
paired, owners are requested to call ana GET
We cannot be responsible for them after remain
ing in our hands three months. Also number
of watches left with B. Mayne, which, if not
called for in thirty days. will be sold at auction.
CONE s. HANGER,
next door west of the red store and directly op-
posite to Hirsh & Loeb. nov9
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ma A. nj. HENKEL. staunton, Va

ID (Formerly of New Market; Va.,l ;.
Respectfully offers his services to the public IN
all the branches of the Medical Profession-spe-
;ial attention paid to Surgery.
May be found at his office at all hours, unless
professionally engaged.
night. in the country as well as in the town.
Off1ce-on Bruces corner, up stairs. Entrance
on Augusta street, 8 doors from corner
TuDe % 35ts
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" The circulation of the 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, 1869-11-30

DON'T BELIEVE IT.--A wonderful story is
going the rounds of the press to the effect that
woman in Illinois has presented her husband
with six children at birth. We don't object
to this The soil of Illinois is rich and the
State is a productive one. Here's what sticks
US The husband is perfectly delighted. -
That's what we don't believe. Just think of
that poor devil of a father jumping out of bed
some cold night the coming winter, humping
his toes against the chairs, his nose against the
doors, or tumbling over careless rocking chair
to hunt Godfrey's Cordial or Mrs. Winslow' S
Soothing Syrup for six young ones, all yelpng
at once with the collie, and tell us he is delight
ed with the prospect Six healthy, hungered
babies bowling sixteen hours out of the TWEEN
ty-four and the stern parient delighted. y
We don't believe any such yarn, we don't
Exchange.
THE ONoNDAGA GIANT Professor Boynton
is beginning to think, from experiments be has
made in the action of water upon gypsum, that
the Onondaga giant may not have been in the
hole from which be was excavated more than
three hundred and seventy-one days. and that
he probably was placed In said hole between
two days; and the Professor, moreover, thinks
he can point out the quarry from which the
giant was extracted. Should the Professor be
proved to De correct in his calculations from his
experiments-aud doubtless he will be-the gi-
ant Will have to come soon or he will hardly
pay expenses for trip down the Hudson.
The city OF Mexico is spoken of as being one
Of the best show places known With popu.
iatinn of 000 000 there 70 oiuht thoatroo
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ADYERTISING RATES.
Professional Directory.

NR K, q. HAMELTON has REMOVER 70
I'D Staunton and offers his services, in the va
With an experience Of more than thirteen
years in the practice of medicine, and the advan,
tage of special study and investigation directed
to the diseases of children, he proposes to give
his special attention to that class OF patlents ana
the diseases common and peculiar to them.
a-OFF1cE-for the present--at his residence.
"West Wood" at extreme Western end OF
Main street noV1o-el
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AT HOME.

IT'S sweet to hear the watch-dogs honest bark,
Bay deep mouth welcome as we- draw near
home;
IT'S sweet to know there is an eye will mark
Our coming, and look brighter when we come.
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q TKAVERS FHELLkfS.
-. ATTORNEY AT LAW,
Stammtom, Virginia,
Will practice in all the Courts of Augusta and
Allegheny, and in the Circuit Courts OF Rock
bridge and Nelson.
Special attention given to collecting.
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ENJoYMENT. Imperfect enjoyment is at
tended with regret: surfeit OF pleasure with
disgust. There is certain nick of time, a GER
tain medium to be observed, with which few
people are acquainted.
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M nov16-st ii. A. GLENN s. co.
"ONEY BEE SYRUP & MOlasses at
III pov16-3t II. A. GLENN & cos.
NOAL OIL at
u nov 1876 H, A. GLENN & CO.'S.
II KER & BRO, (Burwell Building)
Have constantly on hand a full assortment Of fine
Family Groceries, low for cash.
Rio, Laguyra, and Java Coffees,
Sugars of all grades,
Bacon, Lard and Butter,
Canned Fruits Wooden ware,
Country and Rosin Soap, Liverpool Salt
Fish and Potatoes, Flour and Meal,
No. Tobacco-25 cents plug,
gs- And all things usually kept IN a grocery.
J. S. GILLIAN. DR.. JOHN A. DAVIDSON.
s. GILLIAN & Co., next door to the
81. new Post Office, Staunton, Va, keep
constantly on hand large
stock of groceries,:
Brown, Coffee, Crushed. Granulated, and Pull
verized SUGARS; Rio Laguayra and Java
roni, Pepper, Salt, Leather, Plaster, &c, &c.
We call attention to the Crystalized Oil (for
lamps which we are selling it gives a beautiful
bright light and no danger of it exploding
can light it in your lamp or can, and put it out
at pleasure.
We intend to keep good goods and sell them at
small profits. All kinds of country produce ta-
ken in exchange. Our friends and the public are
respectfully invited to call and see US.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-11-30

Cuban etiquette demands that you offer a
cigar to the person obligng you with light.
Ii the custom was established here, few would
be troubled g
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n HANGER NJ D. ]. H. FULTZ, M. D.
co-partnership in the practice of medi-
cine. offer their professional services to the clt-
zens of Staunton and vicinity: When, not pro-
fessionally engaged they will be found at their
Office over D. A. Kayser's new store-front room.
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~Tm. M. mcALLISTER.
NJ Attorney at Law.

Warm Springs, Virginia. !,
Will practice in all the Courts of the counties OF
Augusta and Allegheny, and as a partner with
the distinguished William B. Territl H. IN ooaa Bath
ton Of claims exceeding $40 each, or $50 in the
aggregate. Attention given to business IN any
COUNTY in the State if specially employed.
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Groceries and Produce.

ID w. FLOUR.-Lovers Of Buckwheat
Id. cakes can get prime article OF -four
free from grit, at moderate price, at ~
nov16-4t BAKER BROS.
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A farmer while ploughing in field near
Naples, H., lately turned up pot containing
81, 600 in gold coin. That was tilling the soil
to some nurDOse
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Philosophers hold it as sacred truth, that
he who would be happy must place full value
on his time.
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II EATHER.-Just received nice lot OF
l 4 red Sole Leather, Calf Skins, Upper Leath-
er an Kips which we are selling low for cash.
nov16-3t H. A. GLENN q CO.
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A Warsaw police regulation Furnishes the in
PRODUCTION of forbidden books with exile to ST.
IBERIA, and caricatures on the person of the En-
peror with death.
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Schools.
Schools.
"TASHINGTO COLLEGE,
Lexington, Virginia.
FACILITY !:

FAULTY:
GENERAL r. E. LEE, PRESIDENT.
CARTER J. HARRIS, A. NJ, Prot. of Latin.
JAMES J. WHITE, A. NJ, Professor of Greek.
EDw s. JoYNEs, A. NJ, Prot. Mod. Languages
--* Prot. English
REV. j. l.. KIRKPATRICK, ID. D.,
Prot. Morat Philosophy.
VIM PRESTON JOHNSTON, A. NJ,
Prof History and English Literature.
ALEX L. NELSON, A. M, Prot: Mathematics.
VIM ALLAN, A. NJ, Prof. Apptsed Mathematics
RICHARD S. McCULLocH, A. NJ,
Prof. Natural Philosophy.
JOHN T.. CAMPBELL, A. M, Prof. Chemistry.
--t Prof. Applied Chemistry.
Hon. J. W. BRocKENBRoUGH, LID, Pr. Laao.
NJ W. HUMPHREYS, A. M,
Asst Prof Latin and Greek.
ROBES MAssIE A. NJ,
ass Prof. Modern Languages.
DUNCAN G.. LYLE, A. NJ,
asst Prof. Mathematics.
CHARLES A. GRAVES, A. NJ,
Ass t Prof. English.
JOSEPH B. WALKER, asst Prot. Chemistry and
Principal Of Business School.
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Two Irishmen were in prison, the one for
stealing COW, the other for stealing a watch
"Hollo, Mike, what 0 clock is it?" said the
COW w-stealer to the other.
And sure, Pat I haven't any timepiece
handy, but think it is most milking time"
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H@- We are offering our goods at the lowest
CASH PRICES, and we are determined to
give satisfaction to all who may need anything
in our line of business.
We solicit the citizens and Farmers gener-
ally who have not tried US to do so. we thank
all our friends for their past liberal patronage,
and respectfully request continuance OF the
same. Do not forget the place. Be sure to
call on
RICHARDSON & WHEAT.
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CARD.-JAMES n. CALLISON,
n Practical SURVEYOR,
otary Public and Licensed Auctloneer,-
will continue to attend to all calls on moderate
terms. Address Middlebrook, Va.
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nENTESTRY.--- <
ID y. iii. Henkel. ID. ID. s. U1IID

~ y. iii. HcHkel. I'd. I'D. .. 0HIID
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 by the profession. Artificial teeth
inserted on Gold, Silver, or Vulcanlte Piatcs.-
All operations guaranteed to give satisfaction.
ls> An@sthetics administered when desired.
Office on corner of Main and Augusta streets, up
stairs. Entrance on Augusta street.
daoQ-1v#
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Boots md Shoes.

Boots md Shoes.
N B. HENDRY. l. s. HENDRY. JAS. FAeAN
NEW BOOT I& SHOE FACTORY
Hendry, Bro. & Pagan
Have just opened their new and commodious
store room on Augusta street, opposite Court
house. Staunton, Va.
Mems Coarse Boots and Shoes of all kinds;
Mems Fine Stitched Boots, Shoes and
CATERS; a large stock of Childrens,
Misses, and Ladies' Shoes of the
Latest Styles!
ANYTHING in cur line furnished at the shortest
notice.
Work fitted to order by Mr. James Pagan.
JUST RECEIVED-A large supply Of Mems
test and most elegant style.
ON HAND.-A good assortment of Leather
and Shoe Findings, which we offer to consumers
at low prices.
Shoemakers will find it to their advantage to
examine our stock.
Our aim shall be to compete with Northern
prices, and we think we can furnish goods at as
low figures as they can be bought in the cities.
We will soon be prepared to fill orders from
merchants-any sizes desired will be furnished.
We specially invite the public to call and see
our gooas, whether wishing to purchase or not. q
WANTED-Good Leather--for which we will
exchange goods pay fair price in cash.
WANTED-Good hands to work in the fac
tory. None others need apply
HENDRY, BRO. s. PAGAN
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*For the present, the instruction IN English Is
divided among the Professors OF Moral Philoso-
ply, Modern Languages, and History, with the
aid of an Assistant Professor. 5.
tThe duties OF this Chair are discharged by the
Professors of Chemistry and Natural Philosophy.
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The city of Mexico is spoken of as being one
Of the best show places known. With popu-
lation of 200,O 900, there are eight theatres.