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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17
WASHINGTON AND RICHMOND RA,LRoA1

WASHINGTON AND RlcHMoND RAILROAD.
-.'lr. FL. X. Bradshaw, of Alexandria,
Virginia, has obtained the contract for
building all the bridges and trestlework on
the Washington and Richmond railroad from
Occoquan to the southern end of tho line,
and will commence the work of erecting
them at onco. Large numbers OF mules and
carts have lately arrived from the North to
be employed upon the construction of the
same road -Aleran9riu Gazette.
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THO HOTEL KEEPERS =!

T1O HOTEL KEEPERS!
Being desirous of retiring from the Hotel bust
ness, offer an opportunity but seldom met with,
in Baltimore, and noc doing good business, to
a Southern gentleman with moderate means.
LOCATION UNSURP ASSED.
Seven years. unexpired lease, at a very low
rental.
TERMs:-$l2, 900, half cash and residue in 6
and IL months.
Address, A. B.,
marl7-lm Baltimore.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

WHOLESALE MURDERS "A San Francis
co dispatch states that near Orange. Cali.
fornia, Saturday, an Iriahmas paAed Mar.
tin murdered his wife, her father and mo-
Their, and near Bambala, in the same State,
German woman named Rumpff, out the
throats of six children and her own
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

We are pleased to notice the fact that the
House Of Delegates, on Monday last, pass
ed joint resolution proposing an amend
ment to the Constitution IN regard to the
clause allowing IL per cent interest
This is move ir the right direction
which will remove a load frem the should
ers Of our people.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

The General Assembly elected U. S.
Senator on Tuesday last. The only nomi-
nees in either House were Jno. W. John.
ston, Democrat, and Col. Jno. R. Popham,
of Bath, Republican.
The vote was as follows:
Senate-Johnston 25; Popham TO-
House-Johnston So: Popham 40
Hon. Jno. W. Johnston, was, therefore,
re-slected T. s. Senator for the term Of 6
years.
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} H. TROUT, f. T. STRIBLING JR.,
A Il A Y

ID H. TROUT, f. T. STRIBLING JR.,
AND FRANK 4. BERKELEY.
Having this day, May 10. 1870, formed part.
nership, will conduct the drug business at The
old stand of P. H. Trout, under the style of
TROUT, STRIBLING 4 BERKELEY,
who will carry on the business in all its branches
with renewed energy and with increased facli-
ties. They offer inducements to all who may
need Drugs, Medicines Paints, Oils, Coal Oil and
Lamps Fancy Articles &C. wv
Special attention given to compromising Ply
scian's Prescriptions, which department is under
the control of F. B Berkeley. EE
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The German troops are leaving France
for home. The Emperor has left for Ber-
lin, intending to make the journey direct.
He is met with enthusiastic receptions by
his returning troops passed on his route
home.
There have been but slight disturbances
in Paris, during the past week.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

KINGSTON, March 1.-THE Uni ed States
steamers Tennessee aud Nantasket, with the
members of the San Domingo commission,
arrived here to-day, by way of Port-au-
Prince. All are well on board both steam
ers. The Tennessee will sail 10 four days
for New York by way of Key West. The
performances of the Tennessee have delight
ed everybody The fears of her condition
are not shared by those on board, and her
officers regard her as one Of the strongest
ships in the navy. Each commissioner is
preparing draft of his report, and as yet
separate drafts have not been compared
Upon most points Of the resolution of Con
gress the reports of the commissioners will
show condition of affairs favorable to an
neyation.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17
We have noticed several communications,

We have noticed several communications,
Of late, in our exchanges on the subject IF
the Merchants lien law. Such law was
defeated in the State Senate short time
since, but these correspondents fear that, if
the Legislature extends its session, such a
law will be presented and pushed through
1t was intended to give the Merchant a
lien on the crops and personal property Of
the farmer, and make it felony for the far
mer to dispose of his crops other than to the
merchant to whom he is in debt &C. 1t
does not give the farmer a guarantee that
the Commission Merchant to whom he ships
his produce, shall not dispose of it and
pocket the money, nor any lien on the man
who sells him worthless fertilizers. 1t is a
most one-sided proposition
We do not believe that any Legislature
body would pass such an iniquitous bill, but
as the fear is to some extent entertained,
we utter our protest, in the name Of the
farmers, upon whom the prosperity of the
State SO largely depends. It would tram
mel them hand and foot. 1t would be a
precedent for other lien laws, until no man
in the State could claim anything as his
own.
As far as the Mechanics lien is concern
ed, we do not object. He gives his lalor,
to which he alone looks for the support of
his family, and it is but right he should be
guaranteed the payment of his contract, but
the merchant can elect to sell Or not, and SO
with Others.
We have had bad precedents enough in Leg
islation already Let not such Pclon be
piled upon the already large Ossa.
Beck's General Amnesty Bill came with
in few votes of being carried by a two
third vote in the lower House of Congress
on Tuesday
The Democrats propose to tack an am
nesty amendment to the Republican Ku
Klux bill, which they can do by a MAORI
ty, when it will require two-third vote to
pass it, which will defeat it.
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Why We PAY so Much FOR CoAL.--T

W NY WE FAY SO MUCH FOR COAL.-Ihe
New York Nation this week says:
"The country needs about fifteen million
tons of anthracite coal per annum. Half a
dozen companies own mines enough to bring
twenty-five millions of tons to market In
order to earn dividends on their watered
railroad stock and fictitious value of their
mines, they are each trying to do the whole
of the business asrs
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

DCOTS AND SHOES
Is AT LOW FIGURES.
In a short time shall commence receiving my
SPRING STOCK, and to make room for it, l
will close out good many broken lots of FIRST
CLASS GOODS at very reduced prices. All
persons in search of bargains are invited to avail
themselves of this opportunity to secure them, at
G. L.. WELLER'S
Boot Shoe and Hat Emporium.
MI
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

The lower House of Congress passed sew
eral bills, on the 18th, placing salt, coal
and tea and coffee on the free list. The
Senate has yet to ACT upon them, and there
is considerable doubt whether they will pass
that body.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17
CARD.

A CARD -
James A. Piper Il Son,
adjoining the Virginia Hotel,
have just received an additional
supply Of new and seascnable
GOODS,
to which they invite the attention
of their friends. All kinds of
goods are at their lowest figures
now, and if you call we can show
you Alpacas for 40, so and IS cts,
worth so, &c and ST..
Empress Cloths at so, 62 Il Is ets.,
worth IS, rs & 80.
French Merino for Is, worth ST..
Also full assortment of other
kinds of Dress Goods, together
with a generals took of Notions at
reduced prices.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

n THE LADIES.
have just received nice lot of Ladies Kid
Foxed and fine Polish Lasting Caters, Morocco
Boots, Croquet Slippers, (new style) also lot Of
Childrens' Shoes. l make it a SPECIALITY to sell
the BEST GooDs at the LOWEST PRICES, at
C. L. WELLER'S
Boot, Shoe and Hat Emporium.
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lARTHENWARE.

GPRING, 1871.
EARTHENWARE
CHINA AND GLASSWARE.
am now receiving my Spring stock of the
above goods bought at lowest cash prices.
Country merchants and dealers generally are
requested to call and examine my stock and
prices, as am prepared to sell them goods at as
low prices and on as favorable terms as any
house in the United States.
Ell. MILLER,
65 King Street,
n,arl7-tf Alexandria, Va.
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Drugs. Medicines &c.


T'RUssEsl rRussrs,,
TRUSSES III
We have received new and superior assort-
ment OF Trusses with the latest improvements,
the same Truss can be worn on right or left side
and pc SET at any angle to meet the in dications
and suit comfort of patient
We have also received Shoulder Braces, AL
dominal supporters of the most approved kind.
Pessaries of different patents; Teaman's selfad-
ulster; Bivalve, Sims duck bill and Cylindrical
Speculums of different sizes, Bougies, Syringes,
for womb, nose and ear, Male and Female, Me-
talic, Glass and Gutta Percha; Nursing bottles,
Rubber nipples and Sheaths, besides always
we'll selected stock of Medicines, comprising the
most approved remedies, viz:
Podophyllin,
Leptandrin,
Hydrastin,
Baptism, %. s.sr.-r5
Iodoform,
Todoform & Iron,
Guarana,
r. ...r ...E Corydaline,
Choral Hydrate
-..... ~ ....- &c. &c. &c.
Together with large assortment of beautiful
lamps, of the latest styles, to which we invite
the attention of the public.
nov25-tf DR.. B. P. REESE h Co.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

In A BAD WAY A few weeks ago a
dentist arrived in Warrenton, Y a and ad-
yertissd that be would E'rcnew all Of per-
sons teeth for 50, and insert new set for
10, besides giving six months credit" He
was busy for two weeks pulling teeth,
and at the end of that time half the people Of
the town had empty gums. But while the
people were waiting for the dentist to fit
them with new sets he eloped with mar
ried woman; and now there are large num-
Der Of people in WarrentQn wha canpot eat
anything tougher than soup and farinas,
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

Summer Driftwood for the Winter Fire:
The Perceys, by author of Stepping Heaven
ward
Old Songs and New, by Mrs. Margaret Pres
ton. .
Hammer and Anvil, from the German, Spell
hagen.
Recreations of Country Parson.
The Lords Supper, by Bishop Wilson.
ssOf the Imitation of Christ, by Thomas A..
Kempis.
A Treasury of Christian Thoughts.
The Secret of the Lord, by Anna Shpton.
Tell Jesus, by Anna Shipton.
Comfort for the Depending.
Morning and Night Watches.
Thoughts for Weary Hours.
Guide to Confirmation.
The Earnest Commitment.
The Changed Gross.
Latest Novels-Paper Ed.
The Woman of Rusiness 75c
The Bridge of Sighs 35c
Lorida Tressel, 3oc
All for Greed, $50
Tale of Sin. 35c
Capt Worton's Diary, SOC
The Shadow of Moloch Mountain by Jane G.
Austin, Sl,00
The Warden of Barchester Sowens 75c
DR., Antonio, 75c
Ellen Adieu, by Eston Cook, 75c
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FURNITURE
FURNITURE!
j. A. & Y. NJ. BlCKLE.
Main St., Stanton, Va. e.


We propose to reduce our very large stock of
Furniture, by selling at the following low prices:
Walnut Chamber Suits, 10 pieces, wood-top,
$50. ....
Walnut Chamber Suits, 10 pieces, marble
top, 500 to $500.
Grained Suits, 10 pieces, $40 to $50.
Parlor Suits, in Hair-cloth, 500 to $la0.
Bedsteads, from "a to $40. bureaus, Wash
stands, Tables, Mattresses, Cane aud Wood seat
Chairs, always on hand. at very reduced prices
Lounges, in Rep or Satin covera, at $40, $ll,
sl2 and $la,Fplding Bed Lounges, Rep trim,
1926 tc $50.
Persons in want of Furniture would do we'll
to call on US before purchasing elsewhere.
UNDERTAKING attended to promptly
We are the sole agents In the Valley for Fisk's
Metallic Cases and Caskets. mar3-
4 LASKA or Medicated Flannel for Rheuma-
N tism, for sale by -.
sePs-M kUNKH0gsER =. C.
NTIRRONS WOQLSEY for Misses, double
M width at 40 eta at
NJ. P. FUNKHOUSER 4 Co.'S.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

The Va. Senate has passed Bill to re-
arportion the State, with reference to rep
resentation in the General Assembly, which
has also passed the House, with some
amendments.
The Germans had large and imposing
torch.light procession, address, illumination,
&c., in Richmond, on the night Of the 18th,
in honor of the peace between Germany and
France. .-..
Col Robt E. Withers has severed his
editorial connection with the Lynch6urg
Neaos, and report has it, that he is to take
editorial charge Of the Richmond Enquirer
Gov. Clayton, of Arkansas, was elected
U. S. Senator by the Arkansas Legislator e
on Tuesday last
Mobile has been visited by severe rain
>,d Qool oo,,:,,,. Ill Jo,,oro
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

.OFTloH OF f PH6E Works COMPANY.
COR. OF FREDERICK & LEWIS sTs.,
sTAUNTON, VA.
w. A. BURKE. President.
A. p. BEHRNE, Sec. & Treas.
SUCCESSORS TO W. A. BuhKE,
IRON FOUNDER, MACHINIST,
MANUFA CTURER or
PLOWs, PLOW CASTINGS, MILL FUR.
NISHING GOODS,
AND ALL KINDS OF
HEAVY AND LIGHT MACHINERY.
SPECIALITY.-BURKE PREMIUM LIVINGSTON
PLow.
In addition to our pillow business, we will con-
tinue the General Foundry and Machine bust
ness, and are therefore, prepared to furnish esti
mates for
MERCHANT MILLS, SAW MILLS, GRIsT
MILLS, FACTORIES, BLAST FURNA-
SKATING, HANG ERS,
COUPLINGS,
and all kinds Of Heavy or Light Castings and
Machinery.
We have large variety of Patterns for Mill
and other Machinery, and think we can make it
to- the advantage of the public to patronize u.s.
We can and determined to make as good
work and at as low price any we'll conduct
ed establishment in the State, or out of it.
d, h,o,, ,F 41,oh ,,e., 1,o
immediate control of able and experienced me-
char les, who are interested in the business.
CAPT. WIN. SNUFF, who is extensively known
throughout the Valley of Virg ina as an expert
enced moulder, will be in charge of the Foundry
Department.
The Machine Department will be under the
control of JAMES A. MOORE ESQ, who is
well known as first class Machinist
Mr.. DANIEL S. JAMES is the Craftsman and
Pattern Maker and is, also, well known through
out the State as an able and experienced Me-
chanic.
Our ability, to turn ont first class work, we
think, equal to any establishment in the coun-
try. We, therefore, hope, by strict attention to
business and fair dealings, to secure a fair share
of the public patronage
P. S.-The late Proprietor of Burke's Iron
Works takes this opportunity to thank a gener-
GUS public for their liberal support in the past,
and hopes that the new Company will merit its
W. A. BURKE.
N. bail persons indebted to w. A. Burke
are requested to come TO rward and settle at once
His old business must be closed up.
marl0-3m-town papers copy.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-03-17

FATAL ACCIDENT Last Monday morn
ing, Mr.. Charles Devine, from Baltimore,
banksman at shaft No 8 at Big Bend Tun'
mel, Chesapeake and Ohio railroad, losing
his hold or slipping in some way fell the
whole depth Of the shaft, So feet. lie fell
on some bars across pool Of water, and
breaking saa # these, fell into the water.
When taken up, about twenty mlnfFYstss otter
falling, ho was, of course, dead his neck
thought to be broken.
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AND STATIONERY.

DOCKS AND STATIONERY.
A large stock of English,
Latin, Greek, and French
School Books, good assortment,
Blank Books, Pass Books,
Diaries, Cap, Letter and
Note Paper, Drawing and
Tissue Paper, Bristol Board,
States, Slate Washers, Slate Pencils,
Lead Pencils, Pocket Knives,
Perforated Paper, Portfolios,
Bank Checks and Negotiable Notes, Check Books
Scrap Books, Wrapping Paper Paper Bags,
Steel Pens, Penholders, Stationers' Rubber,
Gum Bands, Paper Fasteners, Black Sand, Sand
Boxes, Rulers Paint Boxes, Paint Brushes, Court
Plaster, Tooth Picks, Indelible Ink, Colored and
White Chalk, Crayons, Linen and Paper Irvine,
Photograph Albums, Bibles and Testaments,
Prayer Books, Hymn Books, Sunday School
Books, Sunday School Cards and Tickets, and
Small Cloth Lined Tags. All at LewEsTPRIcE.
sep1s-tf ROBERT COWAN.
"UNTER & CO., BOOKSELLERS,
H Main Street, Staunton, Va,
have constantly the
MAGAZINES AND LITERARY AND ILLUSTRATED
WEEKLIEs.
Subscriptions received.
Prompt attention given to orders.
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CCHOOL BOOKS AND ..
pCHOOL BOOKS AND
School Supplies. Al
School Supplies, Al
HUNTER Il CO.'S,
1 door from corner Main 4 Augusta SITS
feb24.tf
| MAeAz'Shs FOR MARCH.
Cooley,
Demorest,
Leslies,
and other Magazines for March,
received by
feb24tf HUNTER & co.
HUNTER h CO.,
| Ii BOOKSELLERS,
STA UNION,
have a large assortment of PRIZE PACKAGES.
| Merchants supplied at Baltimore prices.
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New Advertisements.
NPRISG AND SUMNER
= IMPORTATION,

TRIMMED UNTRIMNED,
SHAKER HOODS, &c,
237 AND 23e BALTIMORE STREET,
BALTIMORE, MD.
Offer the largest Stock to be found in this
country, and unequaled in choice variety and
cheapness, comprising the latest European nov
elites.
Orders solicited, and prompt attention given
aug26-to amt $40.
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NTARKWOOD'S
M DYEING AMT
SECURING
ESTABLISHMENT,

Is located between the Virginia Hotel and the
Gas Works, where am prepared 70 henovate We.
and Renair in the neatest manner, all kinds Of
Clothing, both for Gents and Ladies; 80
NV experience in the business enables me to-
guarantee satisfaction in all cases, and my pat-
rons may rest assured that work entrusted to ma
will be faithfully executed. ii-.--
respectfully solicit trial q -la--.Ia..e q 3.
feb24-tf .. I. NJ. MARTINIQUE.
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VTIRGINIA AT Rules held in the Clerks
v Office of the Circuit Court of Bath Coun-
ty, on Monday the 9th day of March 1871.
James A. D. get-Plaintif,

ty, on Monday the 9th day OF March 1871.
James A. D. get-Plaintif,
Us. .t.@
Adam G. Cleek, late Sheriff of Bath County,
and as such Admir- of Benjamin I. Staten, decd,
Zachariah Green and Mary J his wife, late Mary
J. Staten, John 7. Staten and Ellen A. Staten,
the latter two of whcm are infants under 81 years
of age-Defendants.
The object of this suit is to enforce the Ven
doris Lien for the paym INT of the purchase money
for the Lands sold by the Plaintiff to the Intes-
tate Benjamin I. Staten in his life time. The
Defendant Zachariah Green not having entered
his appearance, and 1t appearing by affidavit filed
in this cause that he Plaintiff has used due dill
igence to ascertain the residence of said Deft
Green, without effect. 1t is ordered that he do
appear here within one month after due publica-
protect his interest.
Copy-Teste,
VIM. H. McDANNALD Clk
Mayse P. marl7-4t
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II INTEREST.
The subscriber has returned to Staunton and
located permanently at the old Drug Store, on
New Street where he will be pleased to see his
old friends and customers. He has on hand nice
lot of Jewelry, Silver and Plated Ware which will
be sold very low. Watches, Clocks and Jewelry
repaired in the best manner and at short notice
marl7-3m G. G. YEAKLE.
HERRISGs AND c,ovrp srrn
10 barrels No. Nett Herrings.
10 barrels No. Gross Herrings.
5 half-barrels Family Roe Herrings.
ALSO
A choice lot of Glover Seed.
J. W. TODD h CO.,
marl7-tf Burwell Corner
y GROUND PLASTER.
WITH OR WITHOUT BAGS
WARRANTED FRESH AND PURE.
$ll Per TOn-Bags SO
J. W. TODD CO.,
marl7-tf Burwell Corner
vA|ALNUI PLANk
w WANTED,
IN ANY QUANTITIES
HIGHEST MARKET PRICE PAID.
BY
-ft ]. W. TODD 4 CO.,
mar.7-H Burwell Corner
THOR SALE Having determined to leave
Il Staunton, offer for sale, privately, my
Carpenter shop and fixtures; also my dwelling
house and furniture.
For terms, apply to the undersigned
marl7-2t ]. E: TYLER.
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Books. Periodicals &c.


NEW BOOKS!
~ NEW. BOOHS!!
At BELL 4 CO.'S,
CORNER MAIN NEW STREETS.
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Mobile has been visited by severe rain
and flood causing considerable damage.
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X ARDEN AND
GARDEN AND
GARDEN AND
FLOWER SEED.

We have large and varied assortment of Gar
den and Flower seed for SALE Call and make
your own selection send your orders in early.
If we have not in our large selection exactly
what you want, it can be obtained in few DAYS.
MARRIOTT DIR. B. P. REESE Il Co
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-01-09
HOW RAIN Is FORMED.

To understand the philosophy of this
phenomenon, essential to the very exist
ence of plants and animals, a'few facts,
derived from observation and long train
sOf experiments, must be remembered.
Were the atmosphere everywhere, at all
times, at uniform temperature, we should
never have rain hail or snow The water
absorbed by it in evaporation from the sea
and the earths surface, would descend in
imperceptible vapor, or cease to be alb
sorbed by the air, when it was once fully
saturated. The absorbing power of the
atmosphere, and consequently its capacity
to retain humidity, is proportionably great
er in cold than in warm air. The air near
the surface of the earth is warmer than it
is near the legion of the clouds. The
higher we ascend from the earth the colder
we find the atmosphere. Hence the per-
petual snow on very high mountains in the
very hottest climates. Now when, from
evaporation, the air is highly saturated
with vapor-though it be invisible-if its
temperature is suddenly reduced by cold
currents descending from above, or rush
ing from higher to lower latitude, its,
capacity to retain moisture is diminished
clouds are formed, and the result is rain
Air condenses as it cools, and like Il
sponge filled with water and compressed
pours out water which its diminished ca
pacity cannot hold. How singular, yet
how simple, is an arrangement for water
ing the earth !-Sctentyfc american.