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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16
Qtaunton Female Infirmary.

y Having been Compelled TO refuse several pa
;ients for the want Of proper accommodations,
have made satisfactory arrangement, whereby III
future, this difficulty win be obviated.
The result to be attained in the study of medi-
cine must be by careful research and earnest Ia
Dor 10 each of its branches. and physician
would dare to boast that he thoroughly knows all
the branches of medicine and is equally good
as an Oculist. Clematologist, Accoucheur or Gy-
necologist. have for number Of years given
especial attention to the treatment of all obi
seases peculiar to Females and with an expe
rience Of over twenty years in the profession,
with increased facilities and diligent attention,
shall continue to devote my energies to the treat.
ment of this class Of cases.
septic If PB. REESE. NJ. D.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16

The go Italians who recently arrived in
Richmond to work ON the Chesapeake and
Ohio tunnel at church Hill: :4re very much
pleased with their employment and are re-
garded as excellent workmen. They have.
EXPIRE sea a determination to- remain in Vir.
giuia
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WILLIAM CHAPMAN, D. D. s.
staunton. f Virginia.

OFFICE, south side of Main street-old stand
Artificial teeth mounted on Gold. Silver and
vulcanite. All operations performed in the most
scientific and skilful manner with strict regard
to permanency, and warranted to compete with
any work done in the larger cities.
lie returns sincere thanks to the citizens OF
Augusta and adjoining counties for the liberal
patronage extended him during the long period Of
his residence in. Saunton. and respectfully So
lcits a continuance of their orders.
Highest price paid for old gold and plate,
april 25-tf
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81 hAA
sSA
SPLENID LIVERY,
Thornburg &c Co.,

Have Just had made to order, four beautiful
carriages. averaging cost Of about $1,000 each,
which they propose to use expressly for their
STAUNTON LIVERY.
Thev have now the best Livery ever established
in the State of Virginia. The Carriages, Bug
eies and Harness are all frst-class, and charges
moderate.
Cali at their Office near the Virginia Hotel, at
the Old Livery Stables; send orders, whiel
will be promptly attendedts.
NAV 16-tf
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Dr. Benjamin Il. Crawford Of

Dr. Benjamin l.. Crawford offers
- his professional services to the citizens of
Staunton and vicinity.
OFFICE under the Miller House, on Corner
of Frederick and Augusta streets. dec Is tt
J. FRED. EFFINGER. ROBERT CRAIG.
EFFINGER & CRAIG,
ATToRNB ES AT LAW
STANTON, VIRGINIA.
Practice in the Courts of augusta. Rock
inghana, Rochbridge, Albcnarle, .aAeyhany
and Bath
SPECIAL ATTENTION given to the Collection OF
claims in each one of the above counties
feb 8-tf
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ST a " - ALooN
AND
RESTAURANT,
IN NEAR AMERICAN HOIEL

AUGUSTA ST., NEAR AAEhlCAN nv
Stanton. Va.
wv KINNEY is now receiving regn.ariy 49,
evening by Expires; as fine ot EN- EN- ha served
n anv stvle desired or sold by the
PINT, QUART OR GALLON.
p,.ta,r,nt il neatly arranged in retired
ou, If his house and the very bes. accommoaa,
par. u .ssred Everything is clearly aud quiet
where parties con be free from every m0ies''''i0''
or intrusion IN an verv hest of
Iiouors, Wines, Porter, Ale and oioer i'e Ae'p'
40 ether grade. of n,h,ic nat
~, npromsing every effort to please ms Gus
TONERS.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16
FORM OF PROPOSAL. GUARANTEE AND
CERTIFICATE.
Proposal.


EfopoSdt
The undersigned --, whose post
office address il county of State
Of - X proposes To convey the mails of the
United Hiates, from July |, 1873 to June 80,
1875, onroute No. F., between and
-, uhder tha advertisement ofthe Postmast
er General sdat<d Becs mber l. 1872, '.with celer-
ity, certainty and security'' Claw Of June 8,
1922, fur sse sanuaLsum of -- dollars
This bs@posa hi IL seade Nth full knoaoledge
of the dxSiftnxe at tEe route. the aoeight Of the
mail til IL ss17i and all other particulars
IN yefsrxa7ss ~ TIE rDufe and seroice; and.
also f;3srtdx8{ 8t Examination IF the laaes
and iny Sc} lyIIe &xlxtchelto advertisement Of
mail s4T9iee sg Oh The provisions contained
IN the acf of dESgjtgfsss of June 8, 1872.
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Gxarantee.

The undersigned. residing at --. State of
-, undertake. that if the foregoing bid for
carryi ne the usRi on cute No. - be accepted
by the Postmaster General, the bidder will prior
IS the 1st june 1878. enter into ,herequirsd OBJ,
ligation. or ceatract.to perform the service pro-
posed with good aud suffc ient sure;ies.
tbs Zoe d.. Understanding distinctly the
ob/iyatious and liabilities assumed BY guar
tors. s
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16
1872 1879
DURKE'S LIVERY STABLES,
ID Stanton. Va

IL Ii
- SfaumtOn, Va.
IN In entering upon the new year, Tv
the subscriber has had his New Stables arranged
for the accommodation of his growing custom,
and calls the particular attention of his frienae
and the public to his unusual facilities for carry
ing on his Livery on an enlarged scale.
His Stables are entirely new, the floors adapt
ed to the comfort of horses, and his sheds fitted
up for the protection of vehicles from the wealth
er.
He wishes to remind the public that his COM
plete outfit of new BUGGIES. CARRIAGES,
PHAETONS, HACKS. &C.. in neatness and ease
of moving, are not to be equaled by any Livery
in the Valley.
H can accommodate persons with superior Ri
ding and Driving Horses, both Gentle and Fast.
Horses Fed and Boarded on liberal terms.
The famous Hostler, Tom Bethel, is in general
charge Of the stables.
OFFICE near the Bridge, (nsa0 buildiny.)
jan Aft ED BURKE.
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Stanton Cards.
Banking and
v Trust Company

MAIN STREET.. STAUNTUN.
Semi. AnnuaJ Interestat the BANK OF fDe per cent.
Der annum will be allowed on all Deposits IN TINS
R,nE and maid in July and January of each year.
An Deposts are subject to the usual sight checks
nov IS If W. H. TAMS, Cashier
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Morning, Evening and Night

q .IVI school,
BY VIM. B. JOHNSON, A. NJ.
will commence :. School for boys and girls at
nv house, on MONDAY. the 10th OF December.
Hours from 9 q. m. to II. Fee for Engns"
branches So per month Latin, 81.
At the same place. from 3 p. m. to 6 p M,
will give lessons in French Italian to young
ladies', at So per month.
Nv Night School, over the Store of Powers
Pritchard. will be continued Fe. So per month.
= feb 12-tf VIM. B JOHNSON, A. NJ.
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MrtiJleate.

The min dersiRneds postmaster at -, State
of - 3certifies, #UNpRR HIS OATH OF OFFICE,
that he III acquainted wi IN the above guarantors,
and Knows them To be men of property. and able
to make good their guarantee; and that bidder
and guar antors are above the age of 81 years.
( bidSof 5000 and upacard mast be accom-
panied 81 q certified check, or draft, on some
solueat national bank, equal to 5 per centun'
on the present annual pay on the route; or
IN case Of meao seruice not less than 5 per
ccntuna Of one year's pay proposed IN bid
Section 253, Act Of June s. 1872
The Postmaster must not sign the certificate
until the sum Of the bid il inserted and the bic
AID guarantee signed by all the parties, and da
| ad.
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TER MS.

TERMS.
The 9 virginian' will be mailed 70 SUD.
scrfbers at $500 per aMnum. In ADsANSE
If payment In deferred THREE MONTHS
$3.50 Will he required, and at the end oftne
year $500.
Transient advertisements will be inserted
at the rates of 8i.0O per square. OF eixht
lines. for the first Insertion and % cents ZOE
each subsequent insertion.
Special Notices 20 cents per line for eacn
Insertion.
Job Work done a RaItinnu re rates for Cash
correspondents Will address
VALLEY v5RGINI AM
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Professional Cards.

mr.. GEORGE III. EYSTER.
II Office corner of Main and Water streets,
One Door West of Lutheran Church,
STANTON, VA.
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carriages and Buggies.

~ I wish to inform my friends that have
moved my CARRIAGE SHOP to my new build
ing near the Virginia Hotel, where will keep on
hand Carriages and Buggies of every description
By close attention to business and fair dealing. l
expect to give entire satisfaction. I will pay
strict attention to REPAIRING. Give call
before purchasing J. H. WATERS.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16
UNITED STATES MAILS.
VIRGINIA.

PosT OFFICE DEPARTMENT.,
Washington, December l, 1872.
PROPOSALS will be received at the Contract Of
fee of this Departmentuatil p. m of March
5, 1873. for conveying the mails Of the Uni
ted States from July l., 1873. to June 80,
1875, in the State of VIRGINIA, on the routes
and by the schedules Of departures and ar
rivals herein specified.
Decisions announced on or before March 20, 1873
Bidders should examine carefully the forms and in
structioas ANNEXED See lars requiring certified
check or draft With bids Of $4,000 and
upward
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16
;Touse and Stem Painting.

IL The undersigned Is now prepared to ex-
ecute with nealness and dispatch, HOUSE, SIGN
and ORNAMENTAL PAINTING. All WORK
done in the best manner and on accommodating
terms. Orders from the Country promptly at
tended to-. JOHN W. CLINE,
Augusta Street. Staunton, Va.
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ID Ii. Gr:sves.
Main Street, Staunton, Va,


Four doors East of Crawford's old stand.
Where he is prepared to execute work at tn
shortest notice and in the best manner at reduc-
ed price for CASH Cutting, Revovating done in
the hest manner april $3.50 If
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FORM OF PROPOSAL, ETC

OATH REQUIRED BY SECTION 246 OF AN ACT OF
= CONGRESS-. APPROVED JUNEs, 1872. TO BE AZ
FIXEDIO EACH BID FOR CARRYING THE MAIL,
AND TO BE TAKEN BEFORE AN OFFICER quail
FLED TO ADMINISTER OATHS.
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~ asy Gss!: CAST!
W IL. w. SMITH.

sTAUNTON, VIRGINIA.,
Is still engaged in Gas Fitting. Bell Hanging, &C.,
and is prepared TO furnish Chandeliers. Pendants,
Brackets Drop Lights Burners and Shades, OF
any description desired.
He will also put up WATER RAMS at short
notice. His long experience in every branch of
his business, justiies him in promising entire
satisfaction to those who may favor him with
orders.
All work warranted to give satisfaction.
Thankful for past favors, he respectfully solic-
its share Of the public patronage. feb l5-tf
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16

The town Of Carlisle KY, was patiaily dss~
troye1 By FIRE on the 9Th Loss 10000,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16

NTarkwood's Dyeing and scour-
IM Tag establishment is ,oeats gau pe-
tween the Virginia Hotel aud the 1as WI NO. .:
vhsre am nrepared to renovate and Bepair, in
the neatest manner, all kinds of Clothing, both
for gents and ladies' -
Ny experience in the business enables me 10
guarantee satisfaction in all cases, and my pa
irons may rest assured that work entrusted TO me
will be faithfully executed
Work from distance will be promptly attend
ed to, and expressed free of charge
I respectfully solicit trial. on
aug 15-tf f. NJ. MANh"ooD'
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16
Insurance.
THE MI RYLAND
LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
OF BALTIMORE.

THB MA ND
LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
OF BALTIMORE.
ORGANIZED 1865.
once In Co.'s Building, 10 sonth street.
Assets over 100000.
Pad up Guarantee Capital 100000 deposited With
the Treasurer Of the State of Maryland
Aea, This we'll established Maryland Company
grants Insurance upon Lives upon all the most
approved Plans. and at the Lowest Rates consis-
tent with undoubted security.
H@. All policies participate IN Profits.
GEORGE r, THOMAS, President;
BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
Hamilton Easter, Hiram Woods,
Allen A. Chapman, Thos. Cassard,
Geo. P. Thomas, Geo. H. Miller,
Hugh Sisson. VIM. Deyries,
Charles Webb.
A. K FOARD. Secretary.
CLAYTON c. HALL, Asst Secretary and Ac'y
7. W. MATTHEWS, Manager.
DR.. A. M. HENKEE, Medical Examiner.
E. w. BAYLY, Agent.
nov Tiff Staunton, Va.
ct. Louis Mutual Life
y Insurance Company.
Assets over $5,O00,O0O.
REASONS FOR INsURING IN THIS COMFY. lts
managers mon of known character and integrity
have already placed it beyond suspicion or e1per-
iment. 2. Its risks are well scrutinized by expe
rienced Medical Examiners, and carefully select
ed. 8. Its investments are Of undoubted securl-
ty. 4. It's Accommodations ample for every
contingency. S. Its past management and rapid
growth is guarantee of the future.
GEORGE K. WITMER s. CO.,
State Agents,
Alexandria, Va.
W. II. WATTS, District Agent,
Staunton, Va.
Office under the Virginia Hotel.
SOW Ce
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WILLIAM n. GORNIAN,
w MAIN STREET,
NEXT TO MARBLE YARD,

NEXT TO MARBLE YARD,
DEALER IN
Groceries. Produce. WOOdenware.
QueensWare. &c.,
Has just received large supply of goods in
his line, which he will sell cheap for cash.
may 1877
A TTENTION BUILDERS!
IN ! take this method to inform the public
that I have resumed the CARPENTER business
in all its branches. All work done in the most
workmanlike manner. Prompt attention will be
given to all orders.
N. B.-I have secured the services of Mr.. Jno
H. Shomo, as Superintendent, who will give his
personal attention to all work
JOHN D. SHOMO,
mayll-tf Staunton, Va.
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HOLM MI. DOYLa.

WITH FRANK NJ YOUNG. DEALER IN
STAPLE AND FANCY DRY GOODS HOSIERY, CAssI
MERES, CLOTHS, AND BOYS GOODS,
one door east 1st National Bank,
l79 Main Street. Staunt0Il, VIZ.
Will be pleased to see has friends, and a0aat on
hem He will offer sgood bargains, as canbe had
in the city New goods received every week.
onril0 5-lf
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VI. BRUCEN
Augusta County, VS..

AupglStsa County, sH"''
P1E wHISKE9 !,
n;.t;,,eJ and Reetifed under the per-
Is oopps rs;sion Of the proprietor expressly for
SOM. Family aud first class Bar room use
Meaao' nnnar;or and is warranted pure and Tree
from LIBERAL TERMS TO DEALERS;
70 oct it. send your orders with the n cas-" 20
Stanton, Augusta Co.,
Virginia.
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THE BEST WHEAT FAN.

We call the special attention of every Farmer
tha may be in want of Wheat Fan to the
MORNING STAR FAN,
manufactured at Charlottesville. 1t is the best
.nd most substantial Fan offered in this
n.rLat Call and examine it at our store.
july 1-tf E. D. NIUE q Dno
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16

TACTIC GUANO! PACIFIC GUANO!
AND FLOUR OF RAW BONE.
Allison Addison, Gen'l. Agents, Richmond. Va.
I offer for sale
the above valuable Fertilizers Samples Of each
can he seen at my store, next door to the Post
office. on Augusta street, Stalnton
aug 22-tf .. oobLhII'
fIlEAs TEAS! TEAS '-,iunpowder IN
1 pan cr"en and Rack Of ire best qna''ti's
and at ,..se rricts.
' - RICHARDSON 4 BELL.
& ALvuR-all grades. constantly OF hand, guar
Il antee every ore to give satisfaction For
sa,e at G. @. WHEAT'S,
nav 2 "
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16

r HAVE on hand all the necessary Bankrupt
| Forms, and am prepared to make out the
necessary papers for any one desiring to claim
the benefits of the Bankrupt Act.
will ais attend to making out and forward
ing the applications OF Soldiers of the war OF
1872, or their Widows. for the Pension" granted
by late Act of Congress.
ALEX. H. FULTZ,
march Off Attorney at Law.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16

NLOURi FLOUR!! FLOUR!!!- 1.-THE best
IL brands and grades for family use, always
on hand and sold at reasonable rates.
Remember the place.
oct 3-tf RICHARDSON & BELL
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LIQUOR STORE.

Large and Superior Stock Of imported aaa ~
nestle Liquors Of all kinds, at
Al. BUCKS.
Augusta street near Post-0flce'
sTAUNTON, VA,
AGENT for MooRss \ co. f Baltimore sam;1& nse
laval to Scotch Ale and London Porter a. nd"
Having had an experience Of ten years IN t ths
Liquor business, have ava,sa ,h ns unrest and
s. rt;s,es Those wishing such, will DO wen
- cali before purchasing elsewhere RICK
nov l6-tf
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ID B. HOGE s. BRO.
L Successor to Hoge & Mason,)
Wholesale and Retail Dealers in
GROCERIES, PRODUCE AND FERTILIZERS.
Have in Store
ESQ pairs of Boots and Shoes Wood and Willow
Ware, Large stock of Sugars of all grades. Mo-
lasses Syrups of ever variety, China and Earth
enware, Backing and Brushes. Bacon, Fish, Soap,
Matches, large lot of Liverpool Salt, $50 punches
of Cotton Yarn. Rice Tea, &C.. &c.
$4,000 Pounds of Wool wanted.
Highest Cash Price Paid for Country Pro
fuce june 3-tf
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T1OHAGCO ANse CIG Ass.-rhe sub
i scrber having purchased of Kinney Bros,
the stock, fixtures, &c. of the Cuban Tobacco
and Cigar Store, will continue the business at
their old stand in the Powell Building shall
keep on hand at all times, everything belongin g
to first class
such as fine Tobaccos, Cigars. Snuffs, Pipes,
Stems, Fancy Articles, SC. Persons wSnting
anything in my lire will do wei to give me q
call. AL 5. CEASE.
luna 13-tf
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VIRGINIA HOTEL,

RIO HOusekeepers.-Th undersigned is
J. now manufacturing the best Washing Ma
chine ever patented.
CAMPS MAGIC CLOTHES WASHER,
patented in 1868, is given up to be the best in
use. It washes quicker. cleaner, with less wear
to the clothes. and less labor than any other now
manufactured Persons wishing to examine the
article or leave orders, do so by calling on
LEVI SHAVER,
aug 1-tf Staunton. Va
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T AIDES Serge, Kid Newport Ties, Lasting
IL Opera Polish, Parepa Ties, Janauscheck
Slippers-all beautiful styles, at WELLER'S boot,
shoe and hat store. april l8-tf
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Liquors..
P JAccHERI's
ANT.
Onnosita Court House.
Opposite Court House,

SEAUN IUEt, n
Having opened hrst -cla's Restaurant IN MRS.
s.l.p,a Building, am now prepared to furnish
MEALS AT ALL HOURS,
..a also to supply families or parties with meals
at their dwellings at the shortest notice.
WEDDING PARTIES
,,r,;sbed with Cake Of any kind of the best ma
..ri.l and handsomely decorated by leaving their
,oraers two or three days before hand
We trust by keeping orderly and qules
-, ~ that in rood style, that we VIII receive
a 0 liberal patronage from citizens of CITY ana
Country. p 5ACCHERI.
iune 27-tf -----
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\ H.
NorE.-When the oath is taken before justice
of the peace, the certificate of the clerk OF cou
Of record should be added, under his seal of Office,
that the person who administered the oath IS
duly qualified justice Of the peace.
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND POST
MASTERS
Containing also conditions to be Incorporated
in the contracts to The extent the Depart
naent may deem proper.
I Seven minutes are allowed to each inferno
date Office, when not otherwise specified, for
asserting the mails.
Q On routes where the mode of conveyance adj
mits of it, the special agents OF the Post ofhce
Department, also post office blanks, mall bags
locks and keys, are to be convey Ell without extrs
charge.
masters. or other agents Of the Department, will
accompany the mails specifying the number and
destination of the several bags. to be examined by
the postmasters, to insure regularity In the de
livery of bags and pouches.
No nav will be made for trips not performed
and for each of such omss ons, 1t the fallltre bt
sioned by he fault Of the contractor or car
rer three times the pay OF the trip will be de
d,o+od For arrivals 50 far behind time te
break connection with depending mails and moi
s,f6cienly excus ed fourth OF the compensation
for the trip IS subject TO forfeiture For renaet-
ed deinqusncies Of the kind herein specified, en-
rpsd D naltie proportional to the nalur there
Of, and the importance of the mail, may b.
made.
S For leaving behind or throwing off she faails
or any portion of them, for he admission OF pas
seneers. or fer being concerned in setting up OF
runuine an express conveying intelligence in ad
| vance Of the mail, . quarters pay may be deduc
| ted.
! a. Fines will be imposed, unless the delinq4uen
Az be PROMPTLY and satisfactorily Explained el
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1873-01-16

DOARDING.-Mr NJ. J. Splitter will
- take few Boarders, with or without lodg-
ing, at reasonable rates. Residence, corner Of
Green and Frederick strsets- oct A-N
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| Sworn to and subscribed before me ---, for
| the -- of - this ---- day OF ------,
A. D. 1877 and in testimony thereof hsreunto
subscribe my name and afix my official seal the
day and year aforesaid.
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d Ii, SURLETT.
Dealer in
Seeds, Cement, Fertilizers, Grain and Groceries
Augusta street, next door to P. O.,
Staunton, Va.
fob 90 1v
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"a Fines will be imposed, unless the delinquen-
" be promptly and satisfactorily explained By
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MEMS Boots. Prince Alberts, Oxford and
lHI French Ties, Creole and Imitation Con-
gress. Button Balls and Engiish ges. at WEI
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TISOr KeDt.-The store room formerly oocu-
II pied by Mrs. Kelley, IS now FOR rert-
90 12n
The Portland daily press., 1873-12-13

We inquired the other day, ''What is hon
esty," and number of our exchanges have
diligently set to work to show, that they
know all about it, you know. Which sug-
gests the old anecdote as to the young man
who entered Sunday-school while in state
of i2tox.cation. 'Are you aware of your
condition." kindly inquired the superinten
dent. "Yessir," hastily replied the young
man, ''born in sin, an conceived in 'niqu ity.
Give us some hard quesshons.''
The Portland daily press., 1873-12-13

A good mother was trying to explain to a
young hopeful, the o:her day, about fighting
against the devil. After telling the little fel
low who the devil was, and how hard he was
to successfully resist, he turned around and
said. "Mamma, I'd be scared Of the old devil;
but if was to come across one of the little
devils, I'd knock the stuffing out of him."
The Portland daily press., 1873-12-13
Sanford's Improved Refrigerators,

The three points of excellence which claim. are.
list; constant and thorough circulation of pure ar
End; ryness, no dampness m0nld nor taint; 3rd: no
nteimiEgling Of odors; purity and active air, the
elements Of its success Call, or send for circulars
Manufactured and for sale by j. F. MERRILL, be-
4 Co.'s Ice House, Portland, Me. je5dtf