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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10
D. D. & Blind Institution

We have received the Report, for the Fisca
years 1867-'68 and l868t69, of the Board of Visi
tors of the Institution for the Deaf and Dumb
and the Blind to the General Assembly of Vir
ginia.
The Report of the accomplished Principal
Prof. j. G. Covell, for the year 1866 contain
ed an interesting and valuable history of the In
stitution from its establishment to that date which
is reprinted with this Report as it was not acted
on by the Legislature to which it was addressed
and that body is asked to give favorable conside
ration to its recommendations.
The Report strongly presents the reasons fo1
asking the Legislature to make the following
appropriations:
lst. That $4,000 be added to the present an
nuity, thereby making it $40 600 per annum.
End. That special appropriation of $4,6047
be made to liquidate the debt incurred in 1867.by
making additions to the steam apparatus fol
warming purposes.
3rd. That special appropriation of &l3, 0O(
be made for the erection of laundry buildings
and piazzas.
At the date of the report there were 81 deaf
mutes and 80 blind pupils Since the establish
ment of this Institution in 1889, the whole mum.
Der of deaf mutes admitted is 352, and the whole
number of blind pupils is l78-the whole number
of pupils admitted into both departments being
$50. In lieu of concentrations of our own re-
specting the management of this Institution in
all its departments we copy the concluding para
graph of the report of the learned committee OF
examination, which reads as follows
1--WE cannot close this report without express
ing our deep conviction of the faithful manage
ment everywhere exhibited in this Institution
In our observation through the day, we saw the
happy results of executive ability, faithful and
earnest administration, and paternal kindness to
the unfortunate recipients of this great State
charity. Supported in his efforts By a corps OF
faithful steward, and excellent matron we feel
confident the Principal will realize, as heretofore,
the object of his toll and keep his institution in
the first rank Of similar benevolent enterprises
in the land"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10
MAGAZINES FOB MAY.

The NIXTH CENTURY for May, published a
Charleston, S. c., by the XINth Century Com
pany has been received. Terms So SO per an
mum; So cents single number. 1t presents al
attractive table Of contents,
Coon WORDS, edited by Norman Macleod, d
D. An English magazine reprinted by j, 8
Lippincott & Co., Philadelphia. 1t is well illus
trated, and the table of contents is entertaining
The table of contents of the SUNDAY MAGA
ZINE is particularly good this month. It is reli
gous in its character, and will be found a yalu
able acquisition in any household. It is an En-
glish magazine reprinted by j. B. Lippincott s
Co. Philadelphia
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Announcements.
Day, Thursday, May 26

NIE are authorized to announce WILLIAM
w l.. MOwRY candidate for COLLECTOR
for Middle River Township. maylO-3t "a
XXTE are authorized to announce HENRY PAR.
w KER a candidate for the ASSESSORSHIP
of Middle River Township. mayl0-3
TO the Voters of Beverley ManoY'' Ioaonship :
Having lately had my right hand so seriously
manned as to prevent obtaining livelihood at
my VOCATION and believing can fully discharge
the duties of Township COLLECTOR, respect
ton and earnestly solicit your support
may10-3t St f. G.. ROBERTS.
a. M; BOWMAN, ESQ.,, will be voted for as
COLLECTOR of South River Township at the
coming election.
mayl0-tde MANY FARMERS,
On May 9th, by Rev. r. G.. Walker, Mr. HEN
RY M SPENCER to Miss M. E. BUMGARDNER,
daughter of John Bum gardner, Esq. -e|sr e
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10
Wise Consolidation.

Messrs Peyton s. Co., lessees of the Greenbri-
er White Sulphur Springs, have purchased of
Col Darlington an interest in the Exchange and
Ballard Houses in Richmond. By this arrange
ment guests of these first-cass Hotels in Rich
mond will be supplied regularly with fresh sui
phur water from that famous health-giVing foun-
tain, and parties wishing to engage rooms at these
Springs can do so at these Hotels in Richmond.
However persons may differ about the policy OF
Railroad consolidation, now exciting such deep
interest, we suppose that the public will unani-
mously approve the consolidation which effects
the cooperative management Of the Exchange
and Ballard houses with the W. S. Springs. We
hope it will result benefcially not only to all the
parties interested, but ais o to the guests of the
Hotels mentioned and to the visitors to the
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10
Places and Times of Registration,

The Registration Of voters will take place IN
the following townships at TIE following times
and places: x
,,i,a. Reqistror,) At Court House, May 10Th to
ITth. inclusive. Revision May oath, 25th.
WARD No. 2-(Jno b. Hoge, Reglstrar,( All
Unon Hall, May 10th to 18th inclusive. ReVis-
Ion, May oath and 18th.
beverly MANoR"-(D. c. McGufn, Regis
trar.) At Bolivar near M. McAlears, May
10th and llth Roiiy 4tills, Aay lzEn and 18th
Hebron Church, May d4th and 10th; Sandy Hol-
low, May 18th,
nNoRTH RIvER"-(Jos. A. Logan Registrar, y
At Mt Scion, May 10th, llth,, 18th and 18th
Snring Hill, May l4th, 10th and 18th.
Revision at Nj. Scion. May24th and 25th.
MIDDLE RIvER-(A. e. Pierce, Registrar,
At New Hope. May 10th and 18th; Mt. Meridl-
an Nav l2tn; Mt. Sidney, May 18th, 14th, 10th
and 18th. Revision at New Hope ON the 24th
sn His our g. KrT2ER"-(Prestom g BarAholaer
Reoistrar,) At Waynesboro, May 10th, llth and
18th; Sherando, May 18th, Barterbrook' May
l4th Fishersviile, May 10th and 18th
Revision at WaynesDoro, May z4th ana Iotn.
"RIvERHEADs'-(Le a0lS BWneqard'ser, Ileg1s'
trar.) At Greenvlle May 10th, llth ana Eth
Middlebrook, May 18th, 18th, 10Th and 18th.
eRnvision at Greenville, May 24th and 10Th.
s.THE PASTURES 4 John II. Nc Catcher, Reg
sstrar At Churchville, May 10th, 18th, 18th
and 18th; Craigsville, May 18th, 10th and tn.
Revision at Churchpille, May 24th and 10th.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10
WESTERN LUNATIC ASYLUM.

The Report of the Board of Directors and Med
ical Superintendent of the Western Lunatic
Asylum, for the fiscal years 1867-'68 and 1868
SO, was received some weeks since-the delay
in acknowledging its reception having been
caused by the absence of the Editor, who feels
much interest in that great and noble public
charity, and whose observation, in frequent Wis
its, confirms the most complimentary terms used
by the Board of Directors in speaking of its ad-
| mrable administration by the distinguished SUI
perntendent and his skillfu assistants and faith
| full employees.
At the date of the last biennial report, Sept.
3Oth, 1867 there were in the Asylum 1888 patients,
| male 1S9, female 149; admitted during the peri
cd embraced in this report 204, male 12l, female
83-total number under care 542, male 30, female
232
| The number of patients admitted from the open
ing of the Asylum; July 24th 1923, to Sept Both,
1869, was 1879 of which TIA had been discharged
recovered, 29l discharged not recovered, and
$50 died, making the total removed 1856, leav-
ing in the Asylum at that date 32, of which
number 176 were males and l48 females.
TheSuperintendent estimates that an annual APP
preparation of $780, coo from the State Treasury will
be necessary for the future support of the Insti-
tors express their concurrence
The Directors express the opinion that the
Western Lunatic Asylum will compare favora-
BILE with any similar Institution in the United
States, both as to the percentage Of cures, and
the cost, per capita, of maintaining its inmates
The Directors say that, it has become an i'm
perative duty on the part of the Government to
make adequate provision for the colored insane,
and that they cannot. for moment, suppose
that the General Assembly will fail to fulfil its
obligation in that particular.
The Importance of making suitable provision
for the proper care and treatment of insane col
ored persons was urged upon the Legislature by
the Superintendent of this Asysum as early as
1874 and repeated in his reports of 1916 and l848
In his last report he reiterates the Importance
he attaches to this subject and expresses the de-
cided opinion that the interests of both races will
be promoted by having them separately treated
in different Institutions
five were asked to express briefly the chief
secret of the successful management of this Asy-
lum other than skillful medical treatment we
would say. in three words: Kindness Frank
ness, Firmness.''
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10
Married..

On Tuesday morning. May Srd, in the Catho-
lie Church. by Father Weed, Mr.. JOHN J. Nc
MAHoN to Miss JULIA F. SoHMITT, youngest
daughter of Matthias Schmitt-all of Staunton
Rev. d F. Bittle, DIR. K. H. ScoTT of Harrison
burg, and Miss ELLA HoUsToN adopted daught-
er of Professor j. j. Norman, of Baltimore
On the 9Th inst, at the residence of the Brides
Father, by the Rev. JAS A. Latane, Mr. H. W.
r. PoINDExTER to Mrs. FANNIE E. BAKER
eldest daughter ofGeo. A. Armentront of Staun-
ton. T
On the IL ult near Alton Depot, by Rev. s. P.
Huff, MIR. WIN. FL. HARLAN and Miss Lucy T
HALL, daughter Mr.. Hugh Hail. of Nelson coun-
"
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Deaths.

- ~.
On the 18th of April, in Dutch Hollow in this
county, JOHN HANGER, aged 80 years, / month
and l6 days. asg
Near Hillsboro, May LIST, after protracted i'll
ness, THOMPSON RoaERs in the 10th year of his
age. All who knew the deceased intimately tes-
tify that many years of his life were employed
in serving the Lord, while his last moments were
TRANQUILITY and happily spent in admonishing his
children to follow the example he had set them,
and in giving christian advice to others whom he
felt an interest in around him. | saw him in his
last moments and noticed particularly how calm
and peacefully he yielded his spirit to the God
who gave ia death so characteristic of the true
christian who sees when afar off the dim line of
the spirit land. Oh, row full of music is the air
when their journey is almost done, and thew
stand upon the bounds and precinct of that bles-
sed land To bis bereaved children I would
say, accept and. hold to your fathers faith. Be-
lieve more firmly. Take hold by prayer and by
faith. Away with troubles and sufferings Be
happy-you can be saved In few hours more
visions Of God and all the realities of the eternal
world shall be yours, and you shall be saved with
an everlasting salvation. W. r. A. =
Charlottesville papers please copy.
AT meeting of Covngton Council, held April
22nd, 1870 the following preamble and resolll-
tons were adopted:
Whereas, in the dispensaton of Divine Prov-
dence it has pleased Almighty God to call from
our Council, Bro VIM. S. Harwood, therefore,
be it
Resolved, 1st. That we tender to the family
and friends of the deceased, our sorrow and SYM
pathies in their sore bereavement, and commend
them to the and protection of Him who has
promised to be a husband to the widow and a
father to the fatherless.
Resolved, End. That this Council has lost a
worthy member, an industrious, quiet orderly,
honest man, whose only fault he had renounced
by joining Us, and whilst could have wished
him longer spared to adorn humanity by tenn
perate, sober and charitable life, yet we bow with
submission to the decree of an Allwlse Provi-
dence.
Resolved, Sd. That in honor of the memory
and in testimony of our regard for our deceased
brother, we will attend his funeral in body and
wear Grape upon our Regaias for thirty days.
Resolved, 4th. That the Secretary record
these resolutions and present copy thereof to
les for publication to the Staunton papers and the
Friend of Temperance. 3
A. b. PENINGER, President.
j. j. HOBBS, Secretary.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10
vIvO the Owners OF Mineral Lands d

w aHe owners Oh M1ncFh1 AsanOS a.
i DEPOSITS, CLAY BEDS, &c.
To aid in the development of the hidden wealth
of our State, and to convert it to the benefit of
our own citizens, have established in this city,
in connection with my REAL ESTATE AGEN-
CY, LABORATORY for the Practical Fest
and analysts of the uaraous Minerals and Mener-
al Earths found IN Virginia.
This Laboratory will be conducted by Mr..
JoHN DIMELow, late OF Manchester, England,
by avocation an Analytical Neurological Tester
perience in his native country, and greatly iLn-
pressed with the value of the mineral beds OF
Virginia. ~
1 solicit for test and analysis, specimens partc
ulary of the following substances:
Clays Of ali kinds particularly the white and
grey varieties PIumbago OF Black Lead Ora
phite, Kaoline, Silica, Asbestos, Jet, Cryoite,
and many others which are kiaoaoaa to erist IN Va
Parties sending specimens must observe the
following directions
Specimens must contain not less than five
pounds OF the material-a larger quantity pre-
ierred .Hg7 n 9elat ~ tt@
p Specimens must be accompanied by accu-
rate statement of the locality where found,
proximity to railroad and water transporta-
ton, and probable extent Of the vein or de-
3 Express and freight charges must De prepaid
When parties desire written report of the
analysis OF any specimens sent by them-shoW-
ing value and lses-a reasonable charge will be
made for furnishing it. aaot ea
azg- Sales or Leases of Lands from which ap-
proved specimens have been taken, effected upon
favorable terms Cd sa1al3zf 9n
For SALE.-State, County and individual
KILN" for Burning Brick, Sanitary Tubes,
ap26-im D. P. HALsEY,
Attorney at-Law, Lynchburg, Va
YWCKING.-very superior ticking for feath
i ers at BAKER BROS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

SEWING MAcHINEs:-The briskest business in
these parts now is that of the sale of Sewing Ma
chimes. Messrs. Hawkins & Shearer, agents for
wheeler 81 Wilson, and Maj. J. w. New
ton agent for the Weed Sewing machine,
through their active competition, and liberal
advertising, have created quite an interest
throughout this and the adjoining counties on
the subject of Sewing machines and, result,
are selling quite number of them. If disposed
to do so, we would net be justified, with our linn
tied knowledge Of these machines, TO express a
preference for the one over the other but we
are satisfied that both good, and persons who
buy either may rest assured that they have a
good machine. Those who prepared to
Judge of the comparative laerits of these ma
chimes should examine both before purchasing.
There are persons here acting as agents for
other good Sewing machines, but they are not
as active at this time the agents for the Weed
and for wheeler 81 Wilson"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

WILLIAM T. YARBRoUGH, Candidate for the
office of Assessor in Middle River Township
will address the citizens and voters at the follow
ing places, viz: 57s8
Mt Sidney, Tuesday night, 18th of May.
New Hope, Wednesday 8 18th =
Mt Meridian, Thursday " 10Th 60
Red Mills, Friday g 10Th
Naked Greek Church. Saturday night, Dist of
May.
Verona, Monday night, 23rd of May
Hermitage, Tuesday : oath g
All the Candidates of the Township are invited
to attend at the above uamed places, at u o'clock
at nig ht.
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PriUOte Sales.
VALUABLE LOTS FOR SALE.-Tl

Y undersigned hereby offers for sale, on ac-
commodating terms, number of desirable lots
varying in size from one to four acres near to
and west of the corporation line and north of the
Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad. A number of
them fronts on what is known as the Old Middle
brook road which departs from the Parkersburg
turnpike near the corporation line and leads by
Pipers brickyard to my residence.
Streets and alleys have been Land off as will
appear from an inspection of plat of the lots at
the law Office of Messrs. Smith s. Elder Those
desiring either building or pasture lots would do
we'll to look at them.
Apply to Stuart, Lilley & Co., Real Estate
Agents or to the undersigned.
VIM. j. SHUMATE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

On Saturday evening last, the Fire company
of the D. d. & Blind Institution, as we'll as that
of Staunton-the Augusta Fire company"-in
their handsome uniforms, with Engine and Reels,
paraded through the streets of our Hill City,
preceded by the Band of the D. d. & B. Insti.u-
ton in their beautiful new Band wagon drawn
by four beautiful bays
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

On Tuesday night of last week the Staunton
Musical Association gave a Soiree in the Odd
Fellows Hall for the benefit of the sufferers by
the sad calamity which occurred in Richmond. -
Those who attended enjoyed double pleasure
that of contributing to noble charity and that
of enjoying the concord ofsweet sounds" which
that Association is so skillful in evoking
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

On Wednesday last Staunton was like Sab
bath day. All business was suspended and the
citizens repaired to the several churches in the
town where religious services were held suitable
to the sad occasion. That day was consecrated
to sorrow for the sufferers by the Richmond ca
lamity. and sadness and gloom pervaded the
whole community.
Our citizens have contributed of their means
to the sufferers by that calamity in laudable
spirit
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

We invite attention to the advertisement OF
Col. John T. Anderson. oRering for sale his val
liable farm in Botetourt. one mile west of Buch-
anaI, the present terminus of the James River
and Kanawha canal. It contains 100 acres, but
will be sold in parcels to suit purchasers. This
place Is known as Mount Joy"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

A concert for the benefit ofStagnton Baptist
Church. will be given at the Institution for D..
D. s. Blind, on Thursday evening next May
18th, 1870. The Programme will be highly en-
tertaining, and from the we'll known musical tai
ent of the Professors and Amateurs who have
kindly rendered their aid. we anticipate a rich
musical treat
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

On Friday week in Harrisonburg. an old col
ored woman named Mary Strother, whilst drl-
wing COW out of her yard, stepped into the we'll.
Fortunately she maintained an upwright posi-
ton, and as the water was not deep, she was
drawn out without suffering any serious injury.
She was more scared than hurt
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

DRAMATIC READINGs.-By the request ofmany
citizens, Prof Scharf will give one of his enter
tanning Dramatic Readings in the Town Hall to-
night, the proceeds to be appropriated to the
benefit of the sufferers by the late horrd disaster
in Richmond. 1t does not need an appeal from
US to induce sufficient number of persons to
attend to crowd the Hall on this OCCASION
Those who will attend, will not only enjoy a
rich intellectual entertainment but will also
enjoy the luxury of doing good" by contribu-
ting to noble and sacred charity. Let the Hall
be crowded to its utmost capacity,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

The report in full of the commissioners APP
pointed to divide the county into Townships will
be found on the first page. It contains the de-
tails of the boundaries, and our reades would do
well to preserve it for future reference
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

The Committee appointed at the meeting of
April Both to solicit subscriptions for the benefit
of the Richmond sufferers by the late sad disaster,
have already transmitted $685.. More will be
subscribed and sent to Richmond for that benev-
olent purpose. Those who have not yet sub
scribed should do so at once. sit is more blessed
to give than to receiyeU
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

We are indebted to Mr.. Hugh Fl. Fultz and
to Drs. Young & Reese for complimentary sea-
son tickets to their soda fountains. The season
is rapidly approaching when the refreshment
afforded by soda fountains will be greatly enjoy
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

On Monday evening week, in Harrsonburg
the trunk of G. A. Legg, poor man and one
armed Confederate soldier, was robbed of $3.50
in greenbacks and $75 worth of new clothing
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

MORE DIsLoYALTY.-Another eagle has been
killed. Mr.. David Shafer recently killed near
New Market, Shenandoah county, an eagle
measuring 6! feet from tip to tip of the wings and
weighing FIVE pounds.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

A WONDERFUL Cow!-Mr. Joseph Feamster,
ST., who lives near Lewisburg, has a cow that
has given birth to eight calves within the last
three years six Of which are now living She
had two year before last, three last year,
and three this Spring. Who has cow to match
this ono
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10
THE MARK TS.
RUTfi4aa0as2 CIffZp Nnrk.0f

FROM THE BALTIMORE SUN OF SATURDAY LAST.
Old cows and scalawags, ..........,, S4509$5.25
Ordinary thin steers, oxen d cows S 2aQ0 $50
Common to good stock cattle..... 00O@ 900
Fair quality OF beeyes.......:..... lao 500
cry best reeves S.2609 70
Haas-stll-fed or slop, $ll.25a$l225 and corn
fed at $12. 25a13. % per 100lbs. net. TEa
SHEEP-good fat-6ia9Ia9 cts per lb.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10

The annual festival Of the Ladies of the Pres
byterian church will commence on the 3lst inst.
and continue until the End day of June. See ad.
vertisement.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-05-10
Stauntoa Spertator,

we repeat that announcements and calls upon
candidates must be paid for in advance