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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08
Stauntun Spettatur.
Tuesday, Ap7'W 8, 1878.
THE LATEST NEWS


The Atlantic was insured for S16O.O
The Hon. James Brooks, of N. Y, is dead
The Pope is recovering from his recent illness
Large fire on Sd, at Gordonsville. Loss $15,.
00O.
The sanity of George Francis Train is to be
tried by jury.
There was in the State Treasury last week,
s., 424 23411.
A fire in Galveston Texas, destroyed $4,000
worth of property
The Legislature of W. Va, adjourned yester-
day to meet Oct. Goth.
Strawberries are selling in the Savannah, Ga,
markets at So per quart.
The Immortal j. N" lifts the veil at Char
lottesvile soon and comes this way.
The N. 7. dry goods trade is very inactive
and many failures expected soon.
st. Louis has increased III, 1852 over census of
1870, and has now 428, 126 inhabitants.
The Ohio, Mississippi and other Western
rivers fell from to sc inches, last week.
The Bank of England forger Bdwell, has
been identified and goes to England for trial
Spain is still revolutionary and the Cubans are
making great progress against Spanish troops
The whole Democratic ticket has been elected
Friday and Saturday, the Thermom eter was
81 in Bait, So at New Orleans and 81 in N. 7.
The Civil Service Commission have all resign
ed, as Grant ignores its rules in his appoint
ments.
John A. McClain, formerly chief of police, of
Lynchburg, was killed near Water Valley. Mis-
sissippi, Wednesday last.
The Annual Convention Of the Protestant
Episcopal Church, of the Diocese of Virginia,
will take place on the third Wednesday in MAY,
in Winchester.
--latest Baltimore market reports show-Flour
dull and unchanged Wheat firm and unchang-
ed, with better feeling. Corn active and frmer
white southern, &C.; yellow southern, &C. Oats
IN good demand; southern, AZ 10 SOC. Rye IS to
95c. Hay quiet; western, $27 to $31. Provisions
firm prices unchanged. Western butter firm
market bare; new packed, 50 to 42c.; choice roll
30 to 37c.; fair to good, q to $50. Whisky 9O!c.
Cattle fairly active; very best on sale brought
81 to 75 that generally rated first quality 81 to
81; medium or good to fair quality 5to So. Hogs
advanced l cent; receipts light. with good de-
mand; corn fed to SIC; stillers Il to 81. Sheep
higher and in good demand fair to extra 44a8
In Richmond no great changes since last weeks
report. Wheat active Red $1.62, white ST. 60.
Flour firm. Oats and corn ditto. In New York
money market there was panic and gold went
Up to SLID Gold loans per annum, gold
and from 1882 to 3.64 to lie per cent. per day
added for carrying. State Stock dull-Virginia
SIS new, 515.
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Haze YOW Heard The NesOs ?
The Beautiful Blees SEWING MA


Hasten to see it, before purchasing any other,
and thereby convince yourselves of its supe-
riority.
The popularity Of its construction insures
handsome work, rapidity Of movement ease OF
management, great durability, neatness, and
convenience. Its machinery is arranged upon
a principle which prevents arrangement. As
the tension is easily controlled its stitch IS even
ly locked and without change, passes from one
class of goods to another, doing its work in the
most complete manner
All who are in want Of the BEST SEWING
MACHINE should not fail to call st oar place
of business and examine for themselves. We
will take great pleasure in showing our Ma
chimes. Are ready for applications tor County
agencies. BAKER BROS,
sep "a General Agents, Staunton, Va.
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Up and Down the Great Valley.

Summerish weather throughout the Great
Valley last week, and some rain. Thermometer
Sc in shade yesterday.
Spring ploughing and seeding progressing
favorably and wheat improving greatly.
The great Pennsylvania Tom Scott and par
ty are 'excursioniog'' through S. West Val
ley.
ROANOKE & BoTEroURT. Fl. R,rer has
bought the Oliver farm, near Big Lick, for
$40 600 cash......Roanoke College is to erect a
monument to Prot. Jno. G. Frey........The new
Salem Baptist Church is under roof......The
"bewitched' Manguses are quiet. Charles
l.. Coon is dead......Mr. Chas. L. Orange and
Miss Herietta Spickard were married in Bote-
tourt, 9th ult..... Judge Tom. Houston makes
lame defense OF his course in going against
Valley R. R., and his own record 10 Rock bridge
Citizen. The injunction case came up yester-
day, and we feel certain was dismissed. Crop
reports good.
ROCKBRIDGE A ride through this County
last week showed bad wheat prospect and
farming Operations back ward "A new P. 0.
at Bells Valley, A. D. Bell, ?. NJ. The gal
liant youth OF Lexington tried to 'mob" Baker,
the dancing master, after he was cleared. He
swears he will make some folks "snoke" for
''false arrest. &c Lexington wants -four
Inspector and is agltated over the erection Of a
new framed house, near Gov. Letcher 's......C.
G. Baldwin, ESQ.,. has leased an Iron Mine to
Mr.. Stevens, an Eoglishman. On q royalty OF
80 cts per 1.-The Gazette has compliment
tary review Of ''Heart Echoes" >. Lexington
still jubilates over the Bridge Hoax and is indig-
naut that the world will not see where the fun
comes il" ......County Court opened yesterday,
and Circuit comes on nezt Thursday. .....Rev.
j. Ill. Brooke, Of st. Louis. breaches BAG
calaureate Sermon at W. G. Lee Commence
ment........How j. 2. Benjamin will visit Lex
ingtou this Summer..... Benz Balser, aged "a,
soldier of 1872, is dead.
ROCKINGHAM, SHENANDOAH & PAGE The
murder of Young Hahn created great excite
ment in these counties. His murderer, a negro,
arrested in D. C.......V ariolold has appeared in
Harrisonburg......Jo Miller, aged so, died
near Bfidgewater, last week. Measles very
bad in Shenandoah. Mad dogs still rage about
Honeyvllle, Page Communal Page Co. man
keeps his coffin ready, and finds it a handy
place to keep dried fruit ill.,. ....Col. Jno. Fry,
aged 80, soldier of 1912, died in Ediuburg.
March 3Oth......A. S. Modesett, Treasurer OF
Page, offers 81 900 reward for recovery of 81,
Page. lost COW. by hydrophobia, last week.
LOWER VALLEY ITEMS Capt Thomas W.
Sharp, he who ''railroaded" the B & 0. r. r.
Engines up the Valley Pike 10 1862. has been
appointed Master of Transportation Of that L.
R.......Magnetic Iron Ore has been found on
Geo. W. Eichelberger's farm in Jefferson......
MIR. Esrom Slipper, Of Jefferson, had IS sheep
killed by dogs. last week. I'D efersou Co., pays
tax Of So, 242 81 one-nineteenlh Of the tag
Of w. W., while she has one. sixteenth of the
land value in her limits.
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The Valley Railroad Moving


Last week President Garrett, Director Allan
and the Directors hero met to consult about
letting the road TO Salem, buying Fair Grounds,
the Depot at and route through Staunton, and
we are pleased to state that Mr.. Garrett prom
Used. the road to Salem should be let in few
weeks and the Bridge. at Lexington, and some
of the heaviest work, between that place and
Fairfield, in few days.
The Fair Grounds here were purchased for
$25 900, to be paid in 80 days. the Fair Co.,
reservIDg buildings and the right to remove
them in reasonable time. On Hospital Hill
the Denene lot was appraised and purchased at
$500 and W. B. Kaysers lot at $500 The
lot of ID. A. Kayser was appraised at $4,000,
and the Go. can take it, or not, as they determ-
inc upon their line out Of Staunton. IF it is
determine to have Union Depot with G. &
o. r. F., Sc feet will be taken off Of CARRIER S
Hill for that purpose and the road run round
It's Western base, and on through Gays land,
but this will not be decided until the damages
along the lice South of City are esoertaiped.
By our next issue these minor points will
probably be settled, and We hope to announce
the letting OF the portions of the line promised
Tie friends and officers of The V. R. r. here
are now satisfied the Company means work, all
along the line, and We congratulate the people
of Roekbridge, on the hopeful outlook for them
and ourselves. The work TO this place. from
Harrisonburg, is being vigorously pushed and,
some think, will be open and trains running
here by June 18th.
Speaking Of selecting Conservative candi-
date for Governor Of Virginia, the Richmond
Enquirer says: 1--WE should be guided By
sense Of the responsibility resting upon the
party. We should not be controlled by per-
sonal preferences Or prejudices We should
look to the efficiency Of the man and the success
Of the cause. It is natural that there should
be different fayorites among the people, and
that the especial adherents OF each asoirant
should be auxiously locking forward to bis sue
cess before the nominating convention. But
let it be remembered, and remembered now.
that the great object We all have in view should
be not the promotion Of man, but the main
tenancs OF the ascendancy OF Conservative prin-
clpIes III virginia.
KENTUCKY THE First OF STATES. ST. From
TIE Courier-Journal l-Whatover else they may
say Of US Kentuckians-tha we play cards,
drunk whisky, and racs horses-they have nev-
er yet been able to cay of US that ne are set
of pulling bypocrites aud liars. That the Ken
lucky woman is the haudsomest in the world
that the Kentucky horse is the feetest in
America and that, if the Kentuckiass do play
cards, they play them on the square, are, TIC
take it, indisputable propositions
Air. u. A. Clements, Of Scottsville, Able
marie Co, had calf, with 40 eyes or signs Of
any, born unto his COW, last week, which is Ev- |
ing and thriving
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

The Petersburg Index very forcibly says,
that "the depreciation of State credit has
been due to the persistent folly of handful of
people who refuse to see the plainest truths.
who think credit is worthless, and who would
sacrifice any future advantage if only they can
be free of their debts without the pain of pay
ing Them
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

The London Times wants to know why Viz
glnia doesn't pay her debts, ard reminds US
that credit is the basis Of prosperity and the
occasion Of capital
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

Col Forney is so superstitious that he will not
start on any expedition on Friday.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

a boy somewhere 10 Western Texas, recent
ly found seventy twenty dollar gold piece buried
in q stable.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

now in use 1t sews with equal ia
cility. light and heavy fabrics, ma
king the lock stitch alike on both
sides-giving perfect satisfaction to
all who have tried It, Before buy
ing see the VICTOR"
Ng- Do not buy a machine before seeing the
"VICTOR," as my territory will be canvassed
very soon, and every one will have an opportu.
nifty of testing it. W Nj. BRYAN,
Agent for Augusta, Rockridge, Rockingham
and Highland counties fe25
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

When Brigham Young s children sing 'Fath-
er, dear Father, come home, " the effect is said
to be wonderful. The old man comes home
without delay,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

Z. 3. Bristoe, the Baltimore agent Of Finch S
whisky, manufactured at Pittsburg, has been
arrested for enforcement and bailed in the
sum of $4,000.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

General Roger A. Pryor has been invited to
deliver the annual address at the approaching
Commencement exercises at Hampton Sidney
College
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08
VALUABLE MIDDLE River Farm

VALUABLE MIDDLE River Farm
FOR s A e.
I offer for sale privately the farm belonging to
the estate of the late Gen. Kenton Harper lying
on Middle River in Augusta county, about eight
miles North of Staunton, within mile of the
Valley Turnpike (McAdamized) and haif mile
of the Valley Railroad. 1t contains l7l} acres,
sixty acres of which is frst-class River Bottom,
cling equal to the bottom, Ample timber for
the farm.
The improvements are excellent, including a
good two-story brick dwelling and kitchen, good
barn and all necessary out-buildings.
There is on the premises a splendid vineyard
embracing about 800 vines oe select and choice
grapes. 1t was laid out with great care, and has
been well cultivated. The premises will be
shown to any ons desiring to see them by the
undersigned VIII resides on them.
Terms reasonable and made known on appli-
cation. SAMUEL G. HARPER,
motif Executor of K. Harper deceased
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

A correspondent Of the Richmond Enquirer
submits the following ticket: For Governor,
Gen. G. W. Gusts Lee; Lieutenant Governor,
Col. Walter Fl. Taylor; Attorney General,
John Randolph Tucker. A strong ticket, bu!
Gen Lee and Mr.. Tucker both reside In Rock
bridge.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

Galley Decree in DulPs Crs Us. Dulps
= Admir- and ais, we will sell at auction on
the premises. on FRIDAY, APRIL 11TH, 1873,
q tract of 81 acres of land, Gently assigned
in partition, to the heirs of David Dull, lying
about miles West of Stsunton, adjoining the
Baylor lands
The land is naturally productive and well tim
lies upon public road one mile South from He
bron church and from the Ches s. o. Railroad
near Palmer's & Bowman's mills.
Terms-About $4,000 cash, and bonds with
security for the residue, at one, two, and three
years, with interest.
THOMAS D. RANSOM,
JAMES BUMGARDNER, Jr,
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The New York World puts the case with un-
usual neatness and delicacy when it OBJ
serves that "a Senate presided over by a Henry
Wilson and having in its membership such peo-
pie as Spencer. of Alabama fraud elected
Morton, Of Indiana; and Patterson, Of South
Carolina, can hardly enter on any work of puri-
fcation without treading dangerously near the
confines Of suicide"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

very cheap, at
-LsD E- EB KB HgGD -,
| Successors to Hilb s. Loeb,)
corner of Main and New streets, Staunton, Va,
| In their general stock will be found fine as
| sortment of every description of
DRY GOODS, MILLINERY,
| FANCY GOODS,
Gents Furnishing Goods.
| embracing all the latest and most beautiful
styles, all of which will be sold at.astonshingly
| low figures for cash.
Call and see the largest and handsomest stock
of goods in the city.
Clarzx's Spool Cotton at 75c per dozen.
Their stock of Carpets is large and varied,
| and in styles, qualities and prices will compete
| with the most celebrated establishments in the
| largest cities They consist of
English and American Brussels,
3PIy Ingram, Damask and
Plain and Printed Hemps;
any sized halls; cocoa mating, plain and striped
| In short, their large and diversified stock of
| goods has been selected with especial reference
| to the demands of this community, which their
experience in business has tsug them to under
| stand thoroughly.
Their stock of ladies', misses and children's
SEEOE S, &C.,
is large and of best and most fashionable styles.
Every person can find something to suit in
quality and STYLE at the 10 west prices, and those
wishing to supply themselves With any article
embraced in the lines men tioned will ind it to
give them call.
Having taken ample time to examine and Sc
Iect from the largest importing houses IN New
York, Philadelphia and Baltimore, and bought
at the lowest cash figures, they feel warranted IN
promising as good bargains as can be gotten In
the State. apS-tf
Els&baS EgEN'F-THREE Houses in Waynes-
e boro for rent-A BRICK HOUSE, with
6 rooms, kitchen, and we'll in the yard, III front
OF the Depot. A frame house on an adjoining
lot, with 5roons and kitchen. ane; frame build
ing near the village. All have ample gardens
attached, and water convenient. These tene-
merits are all now unoccuped and possession can
ap8-Sf VIM. WIT HROW, Jr.
ENOCTOS rs. z. REESE!
LIZ OFFICE
and residence opposite the Market House
Special attention give, n 10
DISEASES OF FEM-A- LES.
ap6-Town papers copy.
TNTANTED-A partner in ths DRUG BUS
w INESS-stand No. l-axtu res complete
and stock OF the best quality. Apl ly at once to
G. c. YEAI e,
ap8-tf SGaanton, Va.
Town papers copy
EETANEEzD-A few more custou ders for ice
w -l5O IONS, stored and for So le deliver
ed promptly. JOHN = NOUN.
1t-Cty papers copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

The Rev. DR.. Newman is going around the
world. When we see such men as the Rev.
DIR. Newman Start around the world we always
regret that the world isn't great deal further
around than il is.
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THOM AS D. RANSOM,
JAMES Blu Err, Jr
mar1f-tf

VITY PROPERTY FOR SAEE-That
u very desirable House and Lot formerly
the residence of Robert j. Hope, decd, corner
of Water and Frederick streets, now the proper
ty of Miss T. o. Hope.
For terms apply to 0. G. MORRlS.
Staunton, January Goth, 1873.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08

Mr. d. A. Clements, of ScottsvilIe, AIbe-
marie Co, had calf, with no eyes or signs Of
any, born unto his COW, last week, which is Hy-
ing and thriving.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-08
VALUABLE PROPERTY for Sale

The undersigned wishes to sell privately his
dwelling and store house, with other necessary
buildings attached including about six acres of
good land. This property is very favorably 10.
road leading from the counties of Bath. High
land, and Pocahontas over which passes an i'm
mense amount of trade, seeking the Staun ton
and other Eastern markets. A good stock of
goods in the hands of good merchant, would
undoubtedly secure good and prosperous trade.
The dwelling is of brick, 1895, two stories high.
and four rooms, with dining room and kitchen
in the rear. The store-house is l8x40, two sto-
ries high, we'll finished below and above, with a
No. l cellar 1t is considered one of the best in
the county. Good water within few yards of
the buildings.
marl8-tf VIM w TAYLOR.
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Land Sales.

LLJItL OtLCCSs
NHANCE for A No. INVESTMENT
u IN REAL ESTATE.
We will sell at public sale on
81 Y, MA Y 24th, 1873,
Sash Factory Property,
situated on the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad,
STAUNTON, VA.
This property is located near the q. Y D. K. T..
DEPOT, and is very convenient for shippln G,
loading and unloading
LUMBER AND COAL.
Il is also good site for a FURNACE or
FIGURING MILL.
The factory is now occupied and run by Messrs.
II. J. Lushbaugh s. Bro. There has been
Il Coat Yard
on the premises for number of years. and there
is an excellent Fairbanks Coal Scales In yard.
The Building
is substantial 30x70 #, 2 story frame. with en-
gine-room adjoining. The engine and boiler is
from Is to 80 horse power. The lot fronts ESQ tt.
on the G. s. o. r. r. and I56 feet on the Middle
brook road.
No more convenient situation for the same
business can be found in Staunton. The atten-
ton of persons from abroad is called to the fact
that Staunton is a rapidly growing city and
affords mechanics inducements to locate.
TERMS One-third cash. and balance in one,
and two years, with bonds bearing Interest from
day of sale, and title retained as ultimate secu-
rity. For further particulars call on
N. B. AENDRY, or |. s. HENDRY,
Staunton, Va. Cumberland, Md.
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The Richmond correspondent Of the Peters
burg Index says ''the greatest hit Of the sea-
son was made last pight-a popular member
Of the House of Delegates beat the Tiger to
the tune of So, 500 and will go home rejoicing
that is, if he don't try to win some more"
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DAVIS A. AAysEss has just received
from Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York a
large stock of NEW SPRING AND SUM-
MER GOODS, to which heinvites the attention
of all in want of first class goods at the very low
est cash value. ap8-4t
PROPOSALS will be received until Satur-
l. day, April 10Th, from ony person having
suitable lands for sale, for new location for the
Augustus Fair Grounds.
In order that they may be properly examined
an early communication is requested. Apply to
the Committee. VIM. A. BURKE Chairman,
WAYT BELL, ESQ.,,
Capt. E. W. BAYLY.
VIM. A. PRATT. Secretary.
apS-lt City papers copy
EsOR SALE.-A valuable meadow lot con-
tanning two acres, in the immediate vicinity
Of Staunton. An unfailiDg stream of water
passes through its centre. Apply to
FRAN. T. STRiBLING.
ap8-2t-Town papers copy 2t
EgERSONS can secure rooms and board at
4 the residence Of j. T. Logan, on Freder-
lex street APPS
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Office of the Circuit Court for
Augusta county, the It'll day of
April, 1873
Benjamin nj. Lines...... ..... Plaintiff
against
John Sprow and Jacob Sprow, ~-.... Defendants.
The object of this suit is to specifically execute
contract for the sale of ten acres of land, made
by the Plaintiff with Defendants, and TO subject
said land to sale for payment of purchase money.
The Defendants, John Sprow and David Sprow
not having entered their appearance, and it APP
pearing by satisfactory evidence that they are
not residents of this Commonwealth, it is order
ed thot they do appear here within one month
after due publication of this notice. and do what
is necessary to protect their interest.
Teste, j. N. RYAN, Clerk.
EchOIs Bell G Cat1et n a. anS-4w
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Pork PACKING. The Cincinnati Price Ger
rent gives the number Of hogs packed in the
West during the season commencing NoVem-
Der 1, 1872, and ending March l, 1873, at s.
234, OPS, against 1881 ,588 during the previous
season, making an Increase of 4O2, 440. IF to
this total be added 100000 hogs packed at new
points, the aggregate increase will amount to
5O2, 40
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NesU Advertisements.
nATRICK HENRY. Jr.Tbjs fine

DATRICK HENRY, Jr.-This fine trot-
L., ting and saddle Stallion, from Maryland,
Will make the present season in this State, be-
ginning the LIST of April, and closing the last OF
June, making two stands: First three days OF
every week at the Virginia Hotel Stables in
Staunton, and the last three days of every week
at my farm, eight miles Southwest of Staunton,
on the Summerdean road near Jacob Baylors
at $50 90 the season-$l0O0 single leap-paya-
bic one half cash and the balance within the sea-
son. Mares proving not to be with foal, may be
returned next season, free of charge.
DESCRIPTION:
Patrick Henry, Jr., was foaled in 1866, is Is
hands high, weighs a thousand pounds, black in
color, plenty of BONE with great muscular de-
velopment, fine form and great endurance, per-
fectly gentle, and has sired some very fast trot-
tiers for their age.
PEDIGREE.
:, Patrick Henry, Jr., was sired by old Patrick
Henry, he by Hills famous old Blackhawk. he
by Vermont Blackhawk, he by Sherman Nor
gan, ne by the original Morgan, he by True
Britain, &c. For further pedigree, see Ameri-
can Stud Book. His dam was Messenger mare
one of the finest bred in the State of Maryland
and certified to by s. L. Bringle, Esq, Of Mary
land His dam is therefore a descendant of the
best trotting stock in the Unitel States, being
rich in the blood of the famous old Winthrop
Messenger, Ogden's Messenger, Bush Messen-
ger. Mt. Holly, Commander, Corander, Nam
brlno, Mambrino Chief, Fagdown, Rosdyke's
Hamltonian, &c
Parties from distance wishing to send mares
can have the best of care taken of them at my
farm, and charges moderate. Every care will
be taken to prevent accidents, but will in no
wise be responsblein case of accident Any ar
rangements made with my groom, contrary to
these rules I will in no wise be responsible for
For further particulars address me,
j. Fl. SNAPP, Box 132,
aDS-2t Stanton Va.