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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

j. W. NEWTON. J. W. NEWTON
1872. JULY. 1872.
NEW GOODS! NEW GOODs!!
With pleasure announce to my friends and
the public generally, that have returned with
the largest and most varied assortment Of
Dress Goods, Dry Goods, Notions, Milne
ny, Boots. Shoes, Hats, &c.,
ever before offered by me for inspection and sale.
The very la
Percals, Grenadines, Cashmeres
Calicoes, Muslins, Plaid Osnaburgs
Ginghams, Irish Poplins, Check Cottons,
Lawns, Shepherds Plaid, Swiss and Jackonets
BLACK ALPAccA-a Specially,
varying in price from rs cents to 81 so per yard
Also a complete line of
BLEA cHED AND BROWN cOTTONs,
j. w. NEWTON.S
FANCY DRY GOODS AND NOTION HOUSE,
on augusta Street.
Always on hand an extensive assortment of
NOTIONS! NoT1ONsl NoTIoNsl
Hosiery, Gloves, Trimmings, Handkerchiefs,
Linen and Lace Collars, Cuffs, Shirts,
Bustles, Forms, Ruffles, En-
broideries, &C., &c.
GLOVES.
Josephine Kid Gloves, ST.; Jouvins, $l25 to
$l5o; Alexanders, So and $3.50.
HAIR GOODS!
Old Ladies Braids, Frizzes, Plaits, Natural hair
Switches, Chignons, and Curls, from
$500 to So 90 per set.
a4 Special Orders promptly filled.
MILLINERY!
Always on hand the very latest French, English
and American styles, Hats, Bonnets,
French Flowers, Ribbons, Laces,
Silks, &C., &C., &C.,
This department we intend shall be first class in
every particular, and is in charge of lady fl ON
Co who recommend her as one of the BEST MIL
LINERS in the City. Hats from 4Oc to $40.
SHOE DEPARTMENT..
Ladies Lasting Caters, PEBBLE Goat, Glow Kid
and Morocco Shoes,l
Made to order for my trade and warranted to giue
2fn entire satisfaotion.
Childrens Shoes from SOC to 81.
Ladies' Caters $l.50 to 81.
Also Gentlemens Boots and Shoes, all styles,
and all qualities.
Gents and Boys Hats from acc to So.
Pins &c, Needles SC, IA Shirt Buttons lOc,
spools for cents.
JEWELLERY! JEWELRY!!
A nice assortment of Tortoise Shell, Jet, Gold,
Plated Milton Gold Pins and Ear
Drops, Bands Charms, &C.,
A few of those Pretty Jet Sets on hand yet, and
for sale at 25 cents.
STAMPING DEPARTMENT.
Stamping on Flannel, Cotton and Linen, exc
cuted with neatness and dispatch.
I extend a cordial invitation to all to call and
examine my goods before purchasing, and you
will not regret it. Remember we take pleasure
in even showing our goods.
Eve,y Articze Wawanted as Represented.
Thankful to generous public for past kind
nesses, and feeling that very many have kindly
appreciated my circumstances and surroundings,
and have cheered me with their presence and
aided by their patronage-thereby enabling me
to keep qfoat--to them especially extend the
right hand Of fellowship, and invite them to call
early and often. -
Very Respectfully,
june2l-tf j. W. NEWTON.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

=. It is announced in telegram to the lib
eral Republican State Committee of New
York, that the Hon. G.. W. Harding. the
successful opponent Of the Hon. George W.
Woodward, for President Judge Of the Lu-
zerne County Pennsylvania) District, has
"come out from among the foul party" and
declared for Horace Greeley. 1t is also said
that Mr. Harding, being the representative
Republican Of Luzerne, this result will, give
the Cincinnati candidate about four thou
sand majority in that county. ~
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

10. o. FAT the last regular meeting oil
Central Encampment No. "a, the following off
GERS were elected and installed VIM. NJ. Simp-
son, G. P; A. G. Points, Fl. P; 7. J. Crowder,
S. W.. I'M Warner Scribe James H Waters,
Treasurer Geo. Long, J W.
On Thursday night, the 9th ult., &aunton
Lodge, No. As, 20. O. F :, elected the following
officers TO serve the ensuing term G. N. Harri-
son, n G.; Charles E. Wood, VIC; Newton,
Argenbright, Secretary; James H. Waters
Treasurer, and N. D. Bacon, Chaplain.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

There is more rejoicing among the Presi-
dents newspapers over one Democrat who
'repudiates Greeley" than there is over
ninety and nine office holders who vote for
Grant.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

Henry Ward Beecher indorses Darwin,
and remarks that he would just as lief spring
from monkey as from some men he knows
Of He wants to know where he is going
to, and doesn't care where he came from.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

A meeting was held in Lexington, on Monday
last, to appoint delegates to the Congressional
Nominating Convention 1t was addressed by
Hon. John B. Baldwin; Capt. Whitehead, of
Amherst; Major John W. Daniels. of Lynch
burg; Ex-Governor Letcher, and J. D Davidson.
All of the speakers avowed themselves for Gree
ley and Brown. The meeting unanimously in.
structed its delegates to vote for Governor
fletcher as the nominee for Congress-
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

TEMPERANCE ELEcTIoNs.-The following Off
GERS were elected in Charity Council, Noe, F
of T., for the ensuing term; W R. England, p;
VIM. Siders, A.; &. Johnston, Chaplain Fl F
Lushbaugh, s.; W. W. Fretwell, F.S.; G
Grove, T.; Frank Turner, Con-. Richard W
Johnson, Asst. Con-; Charles Potter, San.
dy Grove, o. S.
At regular meeting of Staunton Council No.
Al, F. T., the following officers were elected
to serve the ensuing term: R. K. Rice, P. E;
John S. Lipscomb, A.; John Blackley, Chap. /;
A. J. Deakins, s.; J. W Newton, F. S.; P. N
Powell, T.; J. H. Lushbaugh, Con William
Barkman, Asst. Con-; B. F. hardwood, s.;
VIM Straughan, O. S. z4e
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

> Weregret the removal of officer Heiser Of the
Police force of this city. Mr.. Heiser has been an
efficient officer, and as far as we know or have
heard of, given general satisfaction. The City
Fathers have inS their abundant caution and
wise discretion, willed it should thus be done,
and so ends the chapter
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

The contractors have commenced rebuilding
the bridge across the Shenandoah river at Con-
RAIDS Store. This bridge connects the Page
Valley with the Shenandoah Valley.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

HAVE used DR.. Simmons Liver Regulator in
my family for Dyspepsia and Sick Headache, and
regard it as an invaluable remedy in these at
attacks. It has not failed to give relief in any
instance. Rev. W. F. EAsTERL1NG.
.s...s.- ri. -. Florida Conference.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

can get the celebrated Apricot chewing Tobacco.
TRY it. = kEffB 50
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05
OH Uindiratur'.
Friday Morning, July 5. 1872.
Local.

The indicator will, hereafter, go to press late
Thursday evening. Advertisements, to insure
insertion, should be handed in not later than
NJ Thursday
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

On Tuesday last, man by the name of Trib-
BILE, while intoxicated, fell off the Western
bound Chesapeake & Ohio Passenger train,
about half mile from Charlottesville, injurng
himself severely. --latest accounts state that he
is stillin1a very dangerous situation.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05
After an absence Of the name of

After an absence of the name of Henry Stone
braker from our columns for some months past,
we are to-day pleased to call attention to his
advertisementin this issue. He is one of the
Oldest compounders of patent medicines in the
South and they have attained widespread
popularity wherever they have been introduced.
They are for sale at the Drug Stores of Messrs.
P. Fl. Trout & Co., and B. P. Reese 4 Co., in
this place. ,.l
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

Many of our farmers are complaining of the
scarcity Of water-streams never known to fail
before are entirely dry-and some are compelled
to drive their stock from their own farms to pro-
cure suficiency of water.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

The degree of D. D. was conferred upon the
Rev. D. B. Ewing, pastor of Hebron Church in
this County, at the late meeting of the Board OF
Trnstaes of Roanoke College, Salem, Va.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

va There is no denying the fact that Armen-
trout Co., have the largest prettiest and cheap
est Toys in the City. FL.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

from his Office in Stanton, from LIST to 18th of
July. }une2o-zt
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

meet in this city on Tuesday, July the 9th. The
Teachers of Public Schools in this County are
requested by the County Superintendent of Pub
lie Schools to attend, as the meetings will be
open TO all persons who may think proper to at
TEND s.a f ttf4tEt 5E
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

By way of revenge, we presume the dogs are
going for the sheep in this County since the
adoption of the dog tax. Sheep owners should
retaliate by the free use of strychnine.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

Ex-Governor Letcher in brief address dehn-
ing his position, states that if the choice is pre-
sented him to vote for Grant or Greeley, he will
nnhesitatingly vote for Greeley. ~
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

UMBRELLAS, Bingham and Alpaca, HATS for
Gentlemen, Boys and Children, at WELLER'S
Boot, Shoe and Hat Emporium. jnne28
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

e The Tobacco barn of Mr.. N. Wilkinson, of
Bedford county, was destroyed by fire on the
25th inst. It contained about 1900 pounds of
tobacco 4-E SIS
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

Mr.. J. J.. Mcmahon has purchased from Mr.. N.
B. Hendry, his entire stock Of dry goods, boots,
shoes, &C., and will continue the boot and shoe
and gents furnishing goods business at the
same place, with Mr.. A. E. White as manager.
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Married..

~ 7>-2->7-7~7-~e7-~-0- 0---~>-'7~~>->7---7~
In Richmond, on the 9th ult., at the resi-.
dence of the BRIDES parents, by the Rev. E. M
Peterson, Roscoe D. Chesterman to Miss Mary
W. Bolton, both of that city.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

On Thursday, the 9th ult., a vote was taken
in the County of Highland on subscribing
$50, 600 to a Narrow Gauge Railroad, raining
through that County. The vote was 557 for sub
scription, and Is against it.
WeU d0ne HS1hLnnI
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

VISITING CARDs.-Beautiful styles furnished
printed, by Bell Co., Booksellers and Station
ers, at 65 cents per pack. Call and see samples
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The AMERICAN ODD-FELLow for July begins
the l4th volume Of this sterling magazine. The
new volume opens grandly, being replete with
frst-class family reading and fraternal intelli-
gence. Among the contents are: Dick Moon,
the Pedlar, capital story The Conservatory
at Washington, illustrated Thoughts on Odd
Fellowship; Scientific and Curious Facts; Use
full Information; Humors of the Day; The Pa
triarchs Greeting Products of Pine Forests IL
Illustrated An Odd Fellow Abroad; Letter
from England; The Darwin and Agassiz Theo-
ries of Mans Origin treated from Christian
standpoint; Choice Poetry and Miscellany; Ii
dings from the Fraternity everywhere; Laws of
the Order; full accounts Of the Anniversary Ju-
bilee, &C., &c. $3.50 ayear, including superb
premium picture. Published by the A. o. F.
Association, No. 81 Park Row, lew York.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

rs Timetables say II Is Impossible FOR them
to pass Armentrout & Co.'S Confectionery with
out stopping, and harder toleave without buy
ing. - .l7si,l ~ az decls
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

MAsoNIc-R Regular convocation of Union
Royal Arch Chapter, No. 2, tonight.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

We learn through VIM L. Herr, Assistant AS
SCISSOR, that there were two errors in the sched-
ue of Federal taxes published in our last issue:
In Paragraph No. 8, Special Tax on sales Of
Retail Dealers in Leaf Tobacco not over 81, 900
Five Dollars. 1t should be five hundred dollars
In paragraph No. "A, Tax on Retail Dealers in
Leaf Tobacco, annual sales ST. GOO for every
ISL, COO 81 600 fifty cents. It should be for
every ST over ST. .OOO-ffty cents
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

va Go to Armen trout & Co.'S and try their
proprietary brands Of Tobacco and Cigars.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

Fine rains have fallen all around us. We need
more in this section.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05
J HEH1's
RESTAURANT,

Is now open to the public, and prepared to &C.
commodate all who may call upon him In snpn
style as will give entire satisfaction.
A% MEALS sent to private families or par
ties whenever desired, and furnished at the Hes'
taurant at all hours.
inneQ1 If
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

WANrED.-Every person who wants good
Homemade Shoe, to buy the same at WELLERS
Boot, Shoe and Hut Emporium. ri june28
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

The W. g. P. R. R. has been slightly damaged
by recent rains. ss,s5s
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

On Thursday, the 9th inst, while Mr.. Rich
ardson, Grocer and Commission Merchant on
Augusta Street, had gone to dinner, thief en-
tered his store through the front door, and stole
Sol 90 from the money drawer. The thief en-
tered the store by means of a key he had stolen
from the door the evening previous. Mr.. Rich
ardson had two keys to his door and had forgot
ten 10 change the lock after missing the key.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

1917. SPRING. 1872.
WELLER,S
BOOT, SHOE .ayTD HIT
EMPORIUM.
My Spring Stock. of BOOTS, SHOES and
HATS is now in STORE and receiving, and beg
to assure YOU that it is one of tho most attrac-
ti0e ever offered in the City of Staunton. have
taken great pains in its selection, and have had
ans which you. will perhaps not find elsewhere.
My great ann has been, and shall be to keep
Coon GooDs, and you will find my stock mainly
composed of such work as will give value re-
cesved to the consumer. have in store and keep
constantly on hand, WORK of oar own manutdc-
ture in Ladies' Misses and Children's
LASTING,
PEBBLE,
MOROCCO
and CALF SHOES.
Mr.. A. NJ. SIMPSON has charge of the Manu-
featuring Depar tment, and will be pleased to re-
ceive orders from his friends. RrrA1R1NG neatly
and promptly done. Call and Examine for your
selves.
TINE LARGEST STOCK of SHOES and
SLIPPERS for Children and Infants in
black and fancy colora is to be found at
WELLER'S
april5 Boot, Shoe and Hat Store.
THE LARGEST STOCK of Ladies' and
Misses SHOES aud SLIPPERS in
black and fancy colors is to be found at
WELLER'S
april 5 Boot, Shoe and Hat Stote.
r AIDES Serge, Kid Newport Ties, Lasting
IL Opera Polish, Parepa Ties, Janauscheck
Slippers-all beautiful styles, at
WELLER'S
april5 Boot, Shoe and Hat Store.
4 LII THE LATEST STYLE HATS for
N Gentlemen, Boys and Children.
UMBRELLA &C., at WELLER'S
april5 Boot, Shoe and Hat Store.
A WORD TO THE WISE. So call with
n plenty of Greenbacks and save money
by buying at WEhLER's
april5 Boot, Shoe and Hat Store.
TUNE CALF SEWED AND PEGGED BOOTS
u and CATERS for Gentlemen and
Youths-low, at
april5 G. L. WELLERS.
MEMS BOOTS! Prince Alberts, Oxford
M and French Ties, Creole and Imitation
Congress- Button Balls and English Ties, at
WELLER'S
april5 Boot, Shoe and Hat Store.
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i Nj. BRUCE.S
a. Augusta County, Va.
OLD RYE WHISKEI

Old RYE WHISKEY,
Is Copper Distilled and Rectiied under the
personal supervision of the proprietor expressly
for Medicinal Family and irst-class Bar-room
use. 1t has no superior and is warranted pure
and free from adulteration.
LIBERAL TERMS no DEALERS.
To get it, send your orders with the CASH to
A. M. BRUCE,
maya-tf Staunton, Augusta County, Va.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

Hot WEATHER.-On Wednesday last the Their
mometer in the centre of the Store-room of Mr..
Goe. E. Price, in this City, stood at 90 degrees,
and in the doorway at 98- 4s,srs.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

STRANGERS visiting our City. will find large
and well assorted stock of Boots Shoes, &C., fol
Gentlemen, Boys, Ladies', Misses Children and
Infants, of the best makes, at WELLER Boot,
Shoe and Hat Emporium. = june28.s
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bnlMs- Armentrout b Co. have secured afrst-
class baker and will supply Wedding Parties,
Pic-nics, and Families with all kinds Of Cakes
at short notice. 800 f..,s.s,,.,.,. decl
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Richmond Advertisements.

Richmond Advertisements.
VIM. FULMER. GIDEON KoINER,
EULMER & KOINER,
GENERAL
COMMISSION MERCHANTS.
1914 GARY STREET, RICHMOND, VA,
FOR THE SALE OF r-.l
FLOUR, GRAIN, T0BA eco, AND ALL
KINDS OF COUNTRY PRODUCE.
rs CosIGNMENTs RESPECTFULLY SOLICITED.
REFERENcEs.-Drs. Henkel, Staunton, Va;
Capt. B. G. Patterson, Harrisonburg; Prot. J.
B. Davis, Roanoke College; Col. N. 1. Henkel
Liberty Mills, Orange County; G. W. Meyers,
Gordonsville; Ira Miller, Free Union, Abe
marie County; James Beazley, Jr., Stanards-
Vile, Greene County; John H. Read, Honey
vile, Page County W. N: smucker, Franklin,
Pendleton County, West Virginia; s. B. Crit
tenden & Co., 1913 Broadway N. Y; James G.
Powers & Co., lol Murray Street, N.Y.; ]. 7.
kirkpatrick h Co., asl North sra Street, Poila-
dciph1a. mar29-3mS
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

The Council Of the City Of Petersburg have
passed a very stringen resolution in regard to
the appointment. of Police officers. Nc. person
hereafter will be appointed on the Police corps,
who is addicted to the use of Intoxicating liquors,
and if suspended for similar cause will not be re-
instated within twelve months from the date of
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

The Winchester Shoe Factory has made a
splendid start, and i'll ncrsase its force greatly
in short time.
Stanton should have similar concern by all
means Who will be the first to movein that
direction. +yf IA. f5 !5gss. :.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

We are glad to hear that our neighboring vii
lage, Greenville, IN anticipation of the Valley
Railroad, is improving rapidly in business and
trade. For several years after the war every
thing seemed to be at stand with difficulty
supporting one store-while now as we are in
formed, there are three stores, each keeping a
general assortment of dry goods, hardware,
groceries, &C., Confectionery doing thriving
trade: merchant tailoring establishment, large
tannery Of W F. Smith & Bro, permanent
Photograph gallery, frst-class Hotel, four resi-
dent Physicians, neat and commodious Church,
with resident minister, Saddler and Shoe shops.
&c.. &C.. while socially, they have flourish.
ing order, each of Odd Fellows and Temperance,
a Croquet Club and numerous "Dolly Vardens."
So much for the prospect of Railroad. We
will be pleased to chronicle evidences of similar
thrift and energy in the other villages of our
County.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

Forward your undertaking commands to S
M. Wilkes cheap Furniture House and Factory
Metallic Cases and Caskets always on hand, mex
70 Va. Hotel, Staunton, Va. jan5-tf :
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lhave removed my DRUG STORE, to the
Store Room on MAIN STREET, recently occupied
by r. D. Seara where may always be found, q
we'll selected Stock of Pure and Reliable Drugs,
Med icines &c. and varied assortment Of FAN
CY and TOILET ARTICLES, all Of the relia--
BILE preparations Of recent introductions as well
as all of the popular Patent Medicines of the
day, we will be please to wait upon all who
may favor us with call. ,. y - s.. n
.c.SA,15, g: G: YEAKLE.2
Nh. SIN. WOODWARD, we'll known to the
community as an experienced and reliable
Druggist, willihave entire charge of the Drug
= y - ~ :. = - G. G. Y.
anr11-72 al II 2s4G[tt4 ,- &c
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Culver PLATED WARE.
~ JEWEIRY SPECT

Culver PLATED WARE.
y JEWELRY, SPECTACLEs sc.
have just removed to my New Store Room.
next door to Hunters Book Store, MAIN STREET,
where will be found nice Stock of JEWEL
~, SILL YER and PLATED WARE, which
will be sold very low. All Goods Warranted as
represented. a complete Stock of LAZARUS
NORRIS PERFECTED SPECTACLES tn sn;t
all persons needing Glasses.
Va WATCHES and JEWELRY repaired in
the best manner.
apr12-72-tf. G.. G. YEAKIE
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

Thefsgarehew SEQ viSit6rs atsthe White Sui
phur Springs, about double the number there al
this date last year,
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

The Board Of Visitors Of the Washington q
Lee University have declined to accept the resig-
nation of Commodore Maury, and insist that
Virginia shall not lose his invaluable services.
1t is hoped that he will withdraw his resigna--
fioD
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

We were much pleased on Tuesday last, to re-
ceive visit at our sanctum from gentleman,
who is more Familiarity known as sBig Foot
Wallace a native of Rockbridge County, but
now resident of Texas. He left his home in
1887, for Texas, and arrived there in time to
take part in the war then going on between that
country and Mexico. He attached himself to
the command Of Gen. Hays, and after being in
many successful engag ements with the Mexicans
was taken with 1870 other soldiers prisoners
at the battle of Meir, and remained as such for
twenty-five months, part of which time he was
subjected to the most cruel and inhuman treat
ment. 1t was at that time that orders were is
sued by the Mexican commanders, that every
tenth man of 1870 prisoners should be shot-to
be decided by lot as to who should thus suffer
those drawing the white bean to be clear, and
those drawing the black bean to be shot. Our
friend was fortunate enough on that occasion to
draw the white bean, and thus prolong his life
to more remote period. Ass *-s--.s "a
After he was set at liberty, he returned to the
frontiers of Texas, where he has remained ever
since, portion of his time being employed as
mail contractor, and the remainder, quietly en-
with fine share of success.
He is now IS years old, enjoys uninterrupted
good health, and looks like time has dealt gen
tly with him, and bids fair to live to green
old age He purposes this Fall, to return to his
adopted home, lof which he speaks highly
amidst the prairies and ssamps on the frontiers
of Texas, near the borders of civilization, and
within the sound of the Indian war-whoop
where he proposes to spend few years longer,
and then return to the home of his childhood
and there spend the remnant of his days, amidst
relatives and friends, rehearsing to them many
interesting incidents connected withhis life as
an old frOntiersman. gG
During his stay in our City he was the guest of
Maj. John A. Hartman, Giving near the city,
who was brother soldier with him in Gen. Hays
command, during the war in Texas, and also
Gen. Echols, of our city. W.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1872-07-05

The family of Gen. J. E. B. Stuart have pur-
chased lot on Chapel Hill, Hollywood Cemete-
ry, Richmond, Va, and will remove his remains
to it from their present resting place, in the
same Cemetery A handsome monument will
also ho aroofod ovor tha urava