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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

LOCAL ODDs AND ENDS No serious i'm
provement in style of gas reported. Our
P. O. now takes in SO, zoo yeary-an increase of
$4,000 since 1869 ........ Percaie bodies and green
skirts now adorn short sed misses ........ Pho
tograph and miliner business lively-a sure
sign of matrimonial epidemic ... Coroner Har-
fan has a hen that lays small red eggs and he
thinks 'jud gment day" is coming 1900. The cpl
zooLy has again broken out at Chnrchville, and
near here >. Jacob Points is filing an order for
Mason & Hoge for 5000 gIycerine blasting tn bes,
for use on Ky. 4 r ........ Aaron Shoveler offers
a rich prize to the first Immigrant his shoe will
stanton dealers saved over 5 SO 900 in
last three years by the reduction the York Rv-
er line caused in fseights...... The lady, with a
train of admirers, shouldn't get md at the bus
tie behind HER,. Z to date Z2l dog media
sold and near 100 yet unmedall ed........ Norfolk
Spring vegetables and mint cheer the ianguid
city Appetite. The city pump, Bruces cor
ner has been repaired, and people are getting
happy over it. A thousand pleasant memories
for r years back protest linst its removal and
dems1c its continuance...~ The Catamount
extra is girding its loins for new jump soon
......Crowds still obstruct passage on street cor
ners, regardless of To prevent girls
killing themselves so fast by tight lacing, gal
liant Staunton youth volunteers his services as
''orevet corset ... The busy painters leave their
trade mark" on many coat tails and flowing
dress sklrts'.'..For months, to April lst, s. OBJ
barrels of -four inspected in Staunton .G1sdke
contemplates brown store front "Rlood will
telP'--when you see store painted red Won n,av
know the owner came from Rockingham. City
taxes IS cents on Sl00-less than anv n1oco :;
She State......The iremen can't find that s'gongn
and want bell-.....The sewer, from Frederick
street to Va. hotel, needs cleaning badly and
CRATES at the street openings Only 26 suits
brought tor the Sune term of the Circuit Court
creditors fearing to force the poor debtor,, into
bankruptcy .........The Valley r. Z. Contractors
now work night and day from here to Harrison.
burg. Bed bugs have opened the Spring cam.
palgn lively and in force.... Light grew suits and
thermometer sky blue hats are the mems Snrino
styles on our streets. Appetites improve
with the close of Lenten season .........The cave
struck on Thompson's Hill, New street is being
filled up and that work will be finished in q few
oaysF 1.-The grass looks green, the trees bloom.
the BIRDS sing sweetiy. and light, airy dresses
float along this pleasant April weather
Schmidt" predicted last rain two days ahead
and has level head" on weather probabili
ties' generally -...... The young LADY who near
ly cried her eyes OUT because there were no
odds and ends in last issues, can have our SPECS
10 READ these and We hope won't do so no more
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22
hurried.

On the 18th of April, at the residence of Mr.
W. Sites, near New Hope by Rev Martin Gar
Der, THOMAS n. KENNEDY and BARBARA GAR.
Der
On the 18th inst, by Rev w O. Hullihen. in
Trinity church, CHARLES l. COOKE and Miss
NARY Lou, daughter Of Mayor n. K. Trout
all OF Staunton
On the 10Th instant at the residence of the
brides father. by the Rev. G s NJ See, F. j.
MARSHALL, E>Q to Miss LIZZIE only daugh-
ter of Col Joseph and Susan Mauzy-all OF
Crab Bottom Highisnd county. Va.
On the 9th of February last at the residence
Of the brides father in Grab Bottom by the
Rev. j. l. Snyder, Rev TEos HILDEBRAND
of the Ba tmore Conference M. E. Church
South. to Miss MAGGIE A daughter of Jacob
and Malinda Newman, of Highland county, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

OLD LAND MARKS PASSING AWAY ochrs n
q WalSer have torn Cochran's famous old stand
wrong side out, painted it and the front of the
house, and in every way given it so modern a
look that its old friends will know it no more.
However. they will be gratfed to find that W hat
ever may change. Charley Cochran remains the
same, genial, heightened. gentleman and accom-
modatng and liberal business man, and rejoice
over increased prosperity of the oldest tobacco
merchant in otaunton, and, except Lloyd Logan,
in the Valley.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

The FREE SCHooLs-The Trustees will i'm :
Inediately proceed to make the necessary addi
tions to Academy and rent other rooms to &C
cemmodate 375 pupils enrolled, by next session.
OF these, $50 will go to Academy, and the gra
ded system. successful elsewhere, will be
thoroughly tested and carried out
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

OAKLAND HIGH SCHOOL Rev. Wm. r. Me-
Neer. President of the above institution, called
at our Office on Saturday, after an absence of two
weeks, down the Valley, in the interest of his
school. Ha remained one day with his family
and is off again. He reports fine prospects for
next session. He is giving all his time and en-
ergy to this school. 1t is worthy the patronage
of our people. We are pleased to hear of its
bright prospects. The school was chartered by
our last LEGISLATURE but, by some oversight, the
charter was not printed-hence we have not had
the pleasure of seeing it, but learn that it is
quite liberal. This school offers the most liberal
terms to poor young men. and its accommodations
and facilities ample. The wealthy could not
bestow gift upon more worthy institution
We would loveto hear of some of our rich men,
who are lovers of their race and desire their i'm
provement and advancement coming to the help
of this school.
Rev. Mr.. McNeer is now attending revival
of religion at Bridgewater, Rockingham Co. AT
last accounts there had been 40 conversions and
% pentents at the altar with the interest unaba-
ted. There never was such religious interest
| in this village before. The meeting is conducted
by Rev. j. j. Engle preacher in charge assisted
Mr. by Rev. McNeer
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

GLORIOUS SPRING-It is here, and with it the
season Of starlight walks and lovers vows to
pale luna, &c The pensive 'whippoorwill'
nightly entreats for the castgation of the afict.
ed William. The sccrobatic bull-frog croaks
forth his silent sorrows to the moon, and the
long dormant tadpole shows signs of life, as he
cuts the pigeon wing on the PLACE where the
expectant tail ought TO be In short, all nature
reJolces, and the sewing machine man, thawed
out OF his winter quarters" again scours the
country, Ike "a roaring lion, seeking whom e
may 'devour." The liz htning rod fellow will
soon follow in his wake, and the steady hum of
the humble bee and the gentle murmur of the
blue-taiied fly eometh apace, while the weary
farmer trolls forth, where Oh where shall the
weary soul find rest and the tired spirit be troub.
led no more p And 'sch is life"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

DEATH OF A VIRGINI Ant is with sorrow
we announce the death of VIM. T. Keran, aged
about 50 years, which occurred on the morning
of April End, OF consumption, at Flemingsburg,
KY. he was the eldest son of William III. and
Ann r. Keran. and left Virginia about FIVE years
ago for Kentucky, where he was engaged in
teaching, and last year was elected President of
Flemingsburg College. but owing to bad health
he retired, going to Ga, but recently returned
to Kentucky. His early death is deplored by
numerous friends here, who. aware of his moral
worth and mental attainments, expected much
from him that would benefit and advance those
whom he would be called on to instruct
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22
ORDERS

From the country amounting to $500 and up
wards. accompanied by the cash, will receive
special attention, and the package sent F s. &. e
OF express charges over railroad and stage lines
Satisfaction as TO qpaiity and prices guaranteed
Thankful for past favors solicit an early call.
Cash buyers will find it to their interest to exam
inc goods before purcha,ing
apl5 J w NEWTON
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

LIVE PLAcBs.-The Huntington, W. Va.
Argus. live paper, now has q regular column
headed "otaunton Items" Live towns, like
Staunton and Huntington, have no jealousy OF
each others prosperity, and we have been giving
Huntington show in our w. Va. items for
some time May her shadow never grow less
and our bows out there grow with her
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

ABOUT SNAKEs.-Jaceb Wychael near San
gersvile, in this County, ploughed up 80 mecca
sin snakes from Is inches to 2 teet long last week
and ali in hest He managed to Kill them
all with his dogs assistance.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

Letters from the psople' are unusually in
teres1ing this week, and among them Superin-
tendeRt Guys superintendent of school fund
cousin Sally Ann" hits the 'lords of creation
so-caled" trenchant blows, and we will be, glad
to hear from SO knowing lady often.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

HoNoRs TO STAUNToNIANs-At the recent
session OF the Grand Lodge and Grand Encamp-
ment of Virginia, two Stauntonians were promo
ted to higher positions in the IO. o Geo. NJ
Harrison being elected Warden of the Encamp-
ment, and Capt j. Il. Waters Grand Master of
the State Of Virginia. His experience of over
twenty years in the order filing SUCCESSFULLY
various subordinate positions-combined with e
desire to leave nothing undone to benefit Or ad-
vance the work, eminenty fit him for promotion
to the highest Office of the State 1t is highly
gratifying 20 his friends here, and there Is no
higher-toned or more chivalrous gentleman in
the State than j. H. Waters.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

A HISTORICAL RELIo.-Last week, Cox re-
ceived from Gillian 6 Co., Charlottesville,
President Jefferson's family carriage to repair
and reft 1t was imported from Europe by Mr.
jefferson and used by him several years. After
his death, it was used as a livery hack and driven
by Guy" so famous and we'll remembered by
University men, and was the pride and glory OF
Charlottesville 1t has been so altered in repair
ing that it now resembles the hacks in use ten
years ago, but when repaired, in Coxs best style,
it will still create sensation in that old burg -
1t can be seen at Coxs. on Frederick street, and
is probably nearly sixty years old.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

LEVEL HEADED.-The Charleston, W Va, Cou
rier's corresdondent. 4. G. B., has been graph
icalIy writing up the G. s. Q. +. L to Richmond
and says: 'Staunton. think makes the finest
appearance, at first sight, of any city Of its size
IN the country" and regrets he couldn't stop and
see more of it. dis head is level ON first sight.
and if he will stop oyer longer next time, we'll
show him he didn't see half.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

A BUILDING a. ISOLATION WOUND Up-As
much interest is felt in XII owing how long it takes
to wind up the workings of Building Associa-
tons in our midst We give the following in re-
gard TO Martinsburg Building Association No l.
which paid out its last share of $3.50 to Louis
Delhi March 18th, 1873 Il wa organized Jam
uary Doth, 1867 The whole amount of funds re.
ceived in the six years and nearly two months
OF existence, mounted to eighty-two thousand
sixty two dollars and fifty one cents The amount
disbursed to shareholders, officers and expen-
ses amounted to eighty two thousand and fifty
three dollars and nlnety-one cents, leaving q
balance in the treasury of eight dollars and fifty
one cents, which on motion, was properly APP
propriated TO help pay for oyster supper.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

GOOD FOR LRxINGToN.-A live Stanton boy,
with plenty cf backing, expects to open first
class livery in the Hub in time for the Spring
and Summer travel We hate to lose our boys,
but congratulate LeXing ton none the less
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

BIG HAwKs.-Last week, w. 81. Wooddeh
on North River, shot and killed two hawks at
one shot, with rife, 40 yards of. One meas
ured 5 feet across the wings and the other FIVE
feet two inches
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

The young ladies of Virginia Female Insti-
tute had the first picnic of the season on Bessie
Bell last week. The Surveyors having al
ready staked off the ground did not attend.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

An enterprising Rockbridge youth, of Irish
descent, near Goshen, recently took the bull
by the horns.' His friends are proud Of the
foresight he showed, in leaving his boots to hold
wake over.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

ALMOST THE OLDEST MAN.-Slaughter w.
Fiekin. Esq, sends the Jefersoniaae Republican
an account of q man living in Brazil who was
born in l694-one hundred and seventy nine
years ago HIS name is Jose Martin Continho.
We congratulate Jose Martin on keeping up
with his food so we'll If he wants to live l79
years more he should emig CRATE t. this country,
and he might reach the age of Peter Indepen-
dence KuriZ by taking the same care of himsel;
Peter is only 1891 to traction and as handsome
H. be- Ia old
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

FINE GooDs.-Mr. Jos. Hammers, merchant
US over eighty styles of samples of gentlemen
dress goods, which be is prepared to furnish,
made up in the most workmanlike manner, at
prices lower than the same articles can be had
In Baltimore or New York
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

THE NARROW GAUGE The W., O., g. st.
Louis Narrow guage has raised nearly ST coo coo
by subscription, and, we learn, son of Cassius
CLAW, Of Kentucky, has bought the line from
Harrisonburg to BridgewateE, and proposes to
make il a broad guqge
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

SFe have specimen Of Prussian Lithogra phi
ic stone in office, presented by Maj. J. HI
McCue DIR. j. E Lockridge's analysis of Val
ley stone, on first page will be found interesting
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

The measles have nearly disappeared. Mas
tiers Tommy and George Niche, sons of II. B.
Niche, $50, had hard t me, but have recov
cred SO far AS to be able to give us this iem
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

FINE OIL PAINTINGS. We take pleasure in
noticing two very exquisitey wrought oil paint
ing of the Changed Cross" by two OF Prof
t. B Colema1's pupils at tn Wesleyan Fema e
Institute. The work exhibits skill and taste
equal to that of the first artists of the diy, and
reflects great credit on both teacher and pupil
They may be seen st the store of Messrs. Hun
ter 81 Co
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

AccIDBNT.-Dr. JAS A. Harding, living in
vicinity of Crab Bottom Mills, Highland coun-
iy, Va met with a serious accident recently by
a fall. breaking his left arm near the wrist and
otherwise injuring himself He is now slowly
recovering
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

The finest view of Staunton, the Valley and
the mountains for forty miles, can be had, by an
easy walk, from the top of the hill in rear of
VIM Frazier's residence, Gallowstown.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

4 "mill' not 'on the foss," but of the fat,
took place in front of City Hall last Wednesday
night. Heavy and scientific blows passed, but
no bones broken and no arrests made.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

MUSICAL The concert announced for Tink-
ling Spring, by Mrs. Ramitons music class,
came off on Saturday last The day was quite
unpropitous, but, notwithstanding highly ap-
preciatve audience Assem- bled within the walls
of the historic Thinking Spring Church, and
were charmed by the sweet music discoursed on
the occasion. To single out any individuals,
when all performed so well. may seem to be in
vlduous, but we cannot forbear to mention the
following pieces as beautifully executed Con
slider the Liies," by Mrs Koiner and Hamilton
and Messrs. Drake and Leonard Ring, Merry
Bells" by little Miss j oslo Koiner, years old
Meek and Lowry" by the Misses Barnhart
and Messrs. Leonard. "Lottie Lee" by Miss
Koner, Mrs. Koiner, and Messrs Drake and
F. ID Bell. Rock by the Sea-" Mrs. Hamilton
and Miss Calbreath The entire programme was
very good, and we'll performed, refscting great
credit upon Mrs. Hamilton and Mr.. Drake, as
teachers, but the press upon our columns pre-
vents more extended notice
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

Families intending to purchase vail paper this
season, can fad large assortment, all styles and
prices, at Hunter g. Cos, Booksellers. Call and
examine their stock
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

The Lexington Presbytery meets in this city
April 90th. By notice elsewhere it will be seen
preparations are being made for the occasion.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

POLICE INCIDENTS LAST Friday night cit
izen OF Rockingham was taken before magis-
strate, in Staunton for cutting up and swearing
"proniscuous'' on the streets. Fined 81 so, and
innocently inquired, what for 2" Was told.
and, staggered with establishment, paid up with
-"Well, I'll be d-ed, if ths amt the cussedest
place l ever seed. I've been getin drunk and
cussin for nigh on to 20 years regular in Harri-
sonburg and never paid cent for it afore =
He left for the free town" sadder and a poorer
man.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

WEATHER REPORTS. &c.-From April 10th
to 10th, thermometer has averaged, at A. M >
400; at 2 2. M, 640 and at P NJ 4lovabout
same as last year. Days length, Is hours and
IL minutes Sun rises, 5.l9; sets, 6 80. Moor
RISES S.3. Yesterday clear. cool and bracing.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

The grounds and gardens at w. "A. begin to
put on their beautiful Spring look, under the
skilful care of friend Kavanaugh.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

The Loudon Enterprise comes to us with its
inside upside down. AS it is hard to read right
side up. We beg return from this original style
Of printing to the old way.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

PUBLIC GAMBLING-The street gamins have
mprovised portable pin gift business on the
style of the picture gift concern. They take a
lot of old cards, mark them from ! to 100 pins,
shuttle them, and for one pin paid the banker
the depositors have the number of pins
marked on card drawn. This sad imitation is
not the least of the evils of these concerns over
which the law seems to have no control
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

That old and staunch Conservative Journal
the Lynchburg Republican. comes to in a
bran new dress and much improved in every
spect.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

Twenty deeds, &C., recorded in City Clerks
Office since March term.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

Over 1000 deer hides, from Pendleton and
Highland, mostly Pendleton, were sold at Dry
Creek recently, and many were sold here.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

A gas lamp at turn Of the street between DR..
Strbling's and Mr. Michie's, and decent walk
along the whole street, is badly needed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

The Portsmouth, Va, Daily Enterprise, pub
lished by Porter & Concanon, is very welcome
and we wish it success.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

4 NEEDED INsTITUTToN.-We take pleasure
in calling attention to the card of DR.. Henry
Leach, III. ?. S., of Great Britain, who opens a
Dspensary opposite cur Office. Such an institu-
ton has long been needed in our City, and DR..
Leach comes recommended, as. in every way
qualified to have chrage Of it, as g gentleman
ard physician,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22
HARD TIMES IN RocKBRIDaE.-A gentlem

HARD TIMES IN RoCKBRIDGE--A gentleman
informs Us that times were never so hard in this
County. about one-third Of the people will
have to take the Bankrupt law. and money was
never So scarce Wheat looks bad and food for
stock extremely scarce. All cry for the Bail
road, and this gentleman assured us the sale O.
farm products, now wasted for want OF a market.
would nav the tax
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

TRINITY VxsTRY-At a meeting on the '4th,
and after much baloting, the following vestry-
men were elected-9 Sc votes being cast:
M sjor e. NJ Bell, DR. B. nj. Atkinson, T. G.
Elder, j. n Hendren, A, f. Kinney, James Il
Skinner, n. Catlett, A. II. 81. Stuart j. II.
Waters DR.. B. B. Donaghe, H. L. Powell and
Geo. E. Price
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

The chain gang was well employed in clean
ng the streets last week
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

SALE.-The sale of Rev. Mr.. Taylor's person.
al property Saturday brought nearly $500 The
house WIS bid in at 81 ESQ, and SIS 000is asked
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1873-04-22

Cos shipped fine phaton to Gillian q Cos
Livery, Charlottesville, and trade from there Ia
increasing.