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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

''TALL OAKS FROM LITTLE ACoRNs GRow."-
We saw our energetic townsman, JOS Asst, and
his assistants packing up fine Valley pork last
week, and the thought occurred to US that this
might become lucrative business here as we
hope it will. Mr.. Asst has already packed $50
hogs, and intends to pack thousand. He has
all the improvements necessary for the business
and a cooling room near his ice-house, and we
venture to predict that Asts Valley hams will
soon have reputation abroad.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

MINIATURE ALMANAC-Daily weather re-
ports from Europe and the orth and West give
range of thermometer below zero, and great
suffering from extreme cold. Here. and South
of us it has been unusually cold for this season
ice forming three inches thick. Lowest range OF
thermometer last Tuesday, 250; Wednesday, 20;
Thursday, 2l0; Friday, 18o; Saturday, go
Sunday, 2Oo; yesterday, 80.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The Greenville Hotel is now under the manage
ment of that accommodating gentleman. J. Hin
ton McCrary, Esq, with newly reftted marble
top counter in the bar-room where will be found
the choicest wines, whiskeys, &C., of the county.
Mr. McU will always be found upon the door
step ready to give the weary pilgrim hearty
welcome.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

One day last week whilst citizen of.b;.
was bringing several hundred pounds Of 49,
and Us dozen eggs to this city in a one.boroo
wagon, when he got this side of Arbor Hill a
short distance he got out of the wagon and threw
stone at some cartridges, which struck the
fence and frightened his horse, which thereupon
ran away with his wagon, but, strange to saw.
though the horse ran about mile, not a ssnole
egg a0as broken. This is strange, but eggs -actly
correct.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Dr.. B. P Reese. not having the time to at
tend to the Drug business Ia consequence OF
the duties imposed upon him by his profession,
has sold his Drugstore to Messrs. Robert
Porterfieid and Geo. W. May, two estimable
gentlemen. who will conduct that business in
the store opposite the Spectator Office hereto
fore occupied by DR.. B. 2. Reese.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The publication of the card of Judge A. B.
Cochran On the subject Of re-assessment of the
lands of this county and much other matter which
we intended to publish in this number has been
unavoidably postponed to our next issue.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Mr.. Adam II. Steele, living near New Port
in this county, had his leg broken and ankle dis
located few days ago. by the falling oftimbers
from the new merchant mill which he was en-
gagged in building. By last accounts he was do
ing well.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03
$39s.s2

ARM BRoKEN.-The venerable Mrs. Mosby, of
this place. aged 81 years, by fall On Wednes-
day, had her arm between the wrist and elbow
broken. She is the widow of Mr. A. Mosby,
dec d., formerly ofthe firm of Mosby & Taylor,
and mother-in-law of the late Mr. A. Fl. Taylor,
with whom she lived, and whose death occurred
on Monday of last week as announced in our last
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

SINGULAR IAsTE.-A gentleman of this city
has calf with an enGuiring turn Of mind. Last
week it concluded to ''chaw up'' rather tough
piece Of old Bacon" and nearly choked to
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03
STAUNToN. Va, Nov. 18th, ]

DIAUN TON, ' a., NOV. zotl, 1oI-
Mr. EDIToR:--I learn from the papers that
in Richmond some of the prominent gentlemen
of that city have formed an Association for the
purpose "of introducing course of popular
literary and scientific lectures to the Richmond
public
Would Staunton's com parative insignfcance
render it presumptuous in her to initiate Rich
n.ond in this landa pie effort to provide rational
and profitable entertainment for q considerable
class of her citizens-the sober minded, thinking
ones, who need more substantial food than
Wyman or Guanele Q: even old John Robin
son can atiord2
We ought to haze, and we can have, course
of such lectures delivered here. Let's make the
attempt. Ii.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

We understand that it is not the purpose OF
the Governor to make any changes at this time
in the Board OF either of the State Institutions at
this place.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Col A. w. Hartman has broken, and is now
successfully working, young oxen TO his carts ea
the Valley r. Z. below Staunton.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The stage lines to Harrisonburg, and Lsxing,-
ton via Greenville, resumed trips last week and
the Goshen line yesterday. At one time Col.
Id. G. Hartman had $50 horses sick but they have
nearly all recovered-only two dying
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The Epizocty is now prevailing in Highland
county, but 1t seems to be in a mild form. No
deaths had occurred when we last heard from
there
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The rains had generally filed the ponds before
the Freeze and Scarcity of horses will be the on
ly interference with gathering the ice
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

An interesting revival of religion is in progress
in the Methodist Church in Greenvllle, under
direction Of Rev Thos. A. Briley, the present
pastor.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Sore throat, attended with swelling, cold and
fever has prevailed among the children of the
city for the last ten days. but has nearly disap'
peared
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

THE Ice CRoP.-S A. Hoshour Steward OF
the W. L. Asylum, got out and housed 100 loads
of pure ice, three inches thick yesterday, and
continues the work day
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Six express wagons and six drays find con
slant employment in our growing city.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Mr.. E W. Shot of Staunton, a gallant Con-
federate, extracted a battered buck-shot from his
leg last week. that had been there since LIST bat
tie of Manassas, over IL years.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Judge Mclaughlin is determined to clear the
docket next term and has issued orders to the
clerk to have everything in readiness for so des-
| rabe contamination.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Capt. P O. Polmer has laid the foundation
and is erecting nav mill on the old Snapp SITE
spring Hill.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The ladies of Lexington will have grand fail
during the holidays. to raise funds for the Lee
Memorial Association.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

There are about Is Greenvilians in successful
business in Staunton, and the balance propose
| settling here as soon as the horses get we'll
| enough to move the town down here.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

DR.. Robt. S. Hamilton of this place was re-
elected Treasurer Of the Virginia Medical Asso-
citation. We call attention to this because, In the
publication of the proceedings of that, body ii
was enormously stated that DR.. w. ". Parker
Of Richmond, had been elected Treasurer for
thi = wear
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The W. L. Asylum is putting up its usual
go OOO pounds of pork for next year
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Balance deposited in Bank to Col
James q. SINNERS credit as Trea.
surer of Memorial Association.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

hit Pisgah church, in lower end of Augusta,
was robbed of its stove pipe, lamp and LAM p oil
can, last week, by about the meanest thief on
record
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

capital than our city, and has not half the bust
ness.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The three colored churches in Stanton have
92l members and 29O Sunday school scholars.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The boys had merry time, and considered 1t
special providence, that the first skating day
came on Saturday.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

VALLEY TURNPIKE Coat the last meeting
of this company the salary of Jos. Andrews Su-
perintendent, was raised to SEQ per annum the
telegraph company was ordered to put their
poles..not less than 10 feet from centre of road
tolls on two horse carriage, Is cents each gate
enc horse ten cents, and single animal three cts
The Presidents report shows the receipts for the
year to amount to $l1,081.00. Expenses, S.
749.193. Much of it for making new bridges,
and putting the road in better condition than it
hss been since made. The balance On hand,
So 625 COZ. Though the tolls are falling off the
President sees difficulty in keeping up the
road, under present management even after the
Valley z. r. is completed to Staunton. We
congratulate the President, j. H. Parkins, G.
A. Roller and other Directors and Superinten-
dent, Jos. Andrews. on their good work.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The Boston Pilot lost $35O.O00 by the two
fires In B oston, but is out again.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

In 1912. Rockbridge had II teachers, who
were paid $126 70 each, from school fund.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

We are pleased to learn that the Valley Mills
Foundry is doing good business in the way OF
manufacturing Piows, Turbine Wheels, &c
The proprietors, Messrs. f. g. and w. j. Kel-
Ter, are working men and understand their
business, and we have no doubt will build up a
good trade.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03
LeQ1Z Notices.
VIRGINIA. AT rules held In the Clerks
Office of Highland Circuit
Court, on Monday, the 4th
day of November 1872

VIRGINIA AT rules held In the CLERKS
Office of Highland Circuit
Court. on Monday, the 4th
day of November, 1872
J. & G. Ruleman. who)
sues for the benefit of In Chancery.
Anderson and McClung Upon the petition Of
against Joseph Siple, filed in
Henry w Wilson said suit.
The object of this petition is to recover out of
the proceeds of the sale of the lands in said suit
s., being the amount paid by said Siple as
security for said Wilson, and for which amount
said Siple asserts that he is ensled to be substi
tuted to the lien of said j. and O. Ruleman. on
said land: And it appearing by affidavit filed
that the defendant Wilson is not resident OF
this State, 1t is ordered that he do appear here
within one month after due publication of this
order, and do what is necessary to protect his
Interest.
a '0pSJ J. 6. MATTHEW, crk.
G.. P. Jones, D. q. nov 124t
q ETTLEMENT REQUESTED.-MY
y accounts are now ready for settlement. My
friends will appreciate my urgency In the mat
ter when 1 say they MUST be closed; AS
j. Mcmahon with view to settling no all Of
my business. The old accounts of Hendrys d
Lushbaughs are also in my hands for collection.
Prompt attention to all of these claims is earn
estly requested as desire to settle up pleasantly
with all. N. B. HENDRY.
au6-tf-Town papers copy st
A ugnsta County Clerks Office To-
IA Wit:-ESTRAY COW.-Taken up by
James Areheart, on his land near Middlebrook,
the 18th day of October, 1872 of the following
description, viz: Cow of Milk and Cider
color, red ears, red nose, dropped horns, no ear
marks, supposed to be four years old and ap-
praised at leo by D. F. Clemmer and George
s. Glover, before A. A. Sprowl, j. P.
Extract-Teste,
WILLIAM a. BURNETT,
nov 10 3ts* Clerk.
NOTICES; NeEice!!-In order to settle
~ up the business of my clothing house as
and papers in the hands of Heber Ker, for set
Element. All parties knowing themselves. in
debted will please settle at once, and all to
whom I am indebted, will render their accounts
for prompt settlement. -
J. A.. ARMENTROUT.
oc 15-V copy It
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

WytheviIle aows gets her coal from the Boyd
mine, miles for her limits.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03
EsARWOOD & RITTER.

EHARWOOD & BITTER.
HE GOVERNOR STREET,
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA,
Have now on hand of their own manufacture
the most elegant and superior stock OF
Chamber Furniture,
ParEOr Furniture,
Dining Room. &C.,
to be found in this State. We warrant all our
goods to be made by the most experienced work
men. and of the best seasoned timber.
All in need of goods in our line will find it to
their interest to call and examine our Stock. as
we cannot be undersold.
Mattresses of all kinds always on hand.
nov 6mA
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The City Hall is now comfortably heated from
the stoves beneath.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Jefferson. the actor, is nearly blind and re-
ported going crazy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The cold weather has entirely stopped navi-
cation on the Lakes and Erie Canal. and the Mis-
sissippi is frozen ali above Iowa.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

RESIDENCE BURET.-On the night Of the 21st
ult, the residence Of DR.. JAS B. Spicer, at Lewis
Tunnel on the Ches. s. Ohio Railroad in Allie
ghany county, was destroyed by fire. The furni-
ture was saved On the 18th Ult., just ten days
BEFORE he was married to Miss Matte }. Hen
ming. Of the flair daughters of Lewisburg.
Greenbrier county. w. Va, and had just fitted
up his residence for living comfortably and
cozily, when the fire seized upon it and reduced
it to ashes. We hope that the adage that IAN
unfortunate beginning has good ending will
be verified in this case.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Our RoADs-We have interviewed a large
number Of the farmers and other citizens Of the
| county. and all agree as to the Importance OF
early action of the county supervisors with re-
| ference to Matchmaking the various public roads
leading from Stanton into the county as recon-
| mended by the Spectator short time ago. Many
ofshem say that, on almost every road, there are
many places where the road bed is formed OF
slate soil, and by their elevation are well drained
always remaining dry, and consequently doing
away With the necessity of Matchmaking This
fact only goes to show that less number OF
miles than was at first supposed will require
McAdamizing; and that as consequence. less
amount will be required ofthe county. Let the
supervisors see to it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Pork is coming in in quantities and selling at
S. per hundred.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Christmas comes on Wednesday-three weeks
from tomorrow
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Hartman s. Co. are running an OK express from
Goshen TO Lexington.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03
VIRGINIA HOTEL.
JOHN ID. CROWLE, Proprietor.
G. w. KENNEDY, CHIEF CLERK.

G. w. KENNEDY, CHIEF CLERK.
This favOrite Hotel has just been repaired and
fitted up under the new management and will
be kept in first class style.
Its Table will be supplied with everything that
the markets afford its Rooms are well furnished
and well ventilated; the servants are polite and
attentive, and everything will be done to secure
the greatest comfort of its guests.
The BAR is supplied with the finest Wines
and Liquors, and attached thereto is a Bill
LARD SALOON, furnished with the most inn
proved tables.
The Proprietor will devote his time and atten-
ton to making this first class House in every
respect, and solicits share of the public pat
rOnage.
~OMNIBUSSES will be in attendance on
the arrival of all the trains to convey passengers
to and from the Hotel. free Of charge
JOHN d. CROWLE,
nov 10 If Proprietor.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The average monthly cost of each scholar in
our free schools is about 80 cents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Our fire insurance agents report business brisk
since the Boston fire.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

corporation court meets next Thursday, De
cember 9th.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03
ley-nays,

HOUSE DESTROYED BY FIRE.-On last Iuesday
nigh, the house of j. w. Brown, Esq, at Bell 5
Valley, Rock bridge county, was burned to
ashes, turning the family out into the wet and
cold. Mr.. Brown had butchered that day; was
up late taking care of his meat, and had fire in
the kitchen from which the fire originated, con-
Stunning the house and nearly all his household
and kitchen furniture, leaving the family nearly
destitute of the cont forts of life. The fire was
not discovered until the kitchen was in flames and
then by Mr.. A. D. Bell, who lives some distance
off. He Immediately gave the alarm and rushed
to the burning houses where he met Mrs. Brown
and her little children leaving the room in which
they were sleeping. The family made narrow
escape, but no one was injured Estimated loss
from 81 800 to $20OO No insurance
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

The pack ct boats commenced running betwee
Lexington and Richmond again last week.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03
n ew Goods,
Opposite the Court House.
n. B. HEN DRY

n. B. HEN DRY
has just received his supply of FALL AND
WINTER GOODS of the
Latest and most Fashionable STYLES,
which were purchased at low figures, and will
be sold at short profits. In his stock
can be found the following:
LADIES READY-MADE SUITS, LADIES'
UNDERWEAR. CLOAKS, SHAWLS,
Cashmere Wrappers, Gloves and
Hosiery, Lace Hankerchiefs
and Collsrsl
KID GLOVES,
SILK sHAWLs AND sCARFS
of the --latest Styles.
Millinery Goods!
Our Stock of Millinery is the finest we have
ever kept, comprising
BONNETS AND HATS,
Feathers, Fiowsrs, Ribbons, Laces, and
Velveiecns of all Colors.
In fact, almost everything that is kept in first
class Millinery Establishment
DRY GOODS,
CLOTHS, FLANNELS,
LINDsEYS, COUNTERPANES,
COMFORTABLES, JEANS, COTTONs,
SATINETS, and many other ar
ticles too tedious to
enumerate
Call and examine for yourselves as will take
pleasure in showing you very fine and attrac
tive stock of goods.
Dsg Terms Cash. ~gsa nov 19 IF
ID EADY MADE CL0TEEENG.
/ am NOW opening the LARGEST AS
soRTMENT Of
Re0dy-nsGde Clothing,
ever offered in this Market. Also large as
sortment of
Hats, Gents Furnishing Goods of the
--latest Styles,
all of which will be sold at Baltimore prices for
CASH. Call and examine. Ali goods guaran-
teed as represented.
JNO. W. ABBY,
No. Is New Street,
sep24 Nearly Opposite Va Hotel.
L. LADIES' SHOES.
Manufactured in WINCHESTER, of best
material and style-to which we call the atten-
ton of MERCHANTS--to whom we sell at Fac
tory prices.
nov BAKER BROS.
N. B.-These Goods, ordered of us, are fur
nished as though ordered from factoly-and
time is saved-receiving prompt attention.
Examine Blee's Sewing Machines before buy
ing elsewhere. B. BROS.
TISTKAY COW.-The cow of the under
"a signed estray ed off the 18th inst She
is u small cow. with red head and neck and the
body white She has marks, but had a
bell on when she left Any information leading
to her recovery will be thankfully received and
properly rewarded.
nov 70 3ts* Il. A. M. -STODDARD.
4 RMENTROUT & CO.. are paying the
IN highest cash prices for BUTTER, EGGS,
CHICh EMS and TURKEYS.
nov 10 tf-V Il V copy 1t
&6 IA con classes Of woktnspeo
pc " V either old make more money
Portland Maine
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

There are CO. 600 miles OF railroad in the
United States
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

MEETING OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF W. l..
AsYLUM-At the annual meeting of the Board
of Directors of the Western Lunatic Asylum,
held on last Saturday. Nov. 30th, the following
officers were elected for the year commencing
1st day of January, 1878: r. G. Bickle Presi-
dent of the Board James Fl. Blackley, Clerk
DR.. F. T. Stribling. Physician and Superinten-
dent DR.. VIM. Hamilton, 1st Assistant Physi-
clan; Dr. r. G. Fisher, End Assistant Physi-
clan; d. G. McGufin. P. B. Hoge, John B.
Evans, Executive Committee; Samuel A. Hosh-
our Steward Miss Eliza Tinsley, matron; Jno.
B. Hoge Treasurer
No change IN the officers for the year 1873, ex-
cept Jno. B. Evans in place Of r. ". Burke,
Executive Committee.
Judge Shelley, Counsel for the Valley Rail-
road Company, appeared before the Board and
asked that the time for accepting the terms Of
fered be extended sixty days from the list day OF
December, 1872. On motion to extend the time,
the yeas and nays being called, resulted as fol-
lows Jacob Baylor. N. B. Hill, Robt. W. Burke,
and w. 81. Peyton-yeas, 4 Robt. G. Bickle,
P. B. Hoge, r. d. Hill, S. G. Harper, ID. G.
MEG ufin, Jno. B. Evans and James Fl. Black
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

"WHAT IS IT2'-Every one was asking this
tues ton in regard to the terrible roaring heard
A., sunday night, up the R. r. It was the Ghostly
Engineer and his Phantom Train, reappearing
.fter an absence of 16 years. Look out now for
fanny yyeather
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-12-03

Staunton contains four times as much territory
in its limits as Charlottesville.