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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1874-09-04
Poetry.
MY ISLAND HOME.

have made for myself an Island home
In imagination's sea,
Where my thoughts and feelings can quickly stray
When the twilight sets them free
From the duties of day. And the evening calm
Has softened and soothed them as with swse
balm.
There my thoughts expand in wider range
And my feelings grow calmer TOO,
AS think of the things so new and strange,
Continually brot ght to my view.
And ponder them DER as watch the sea foam
Which breaks on the shores OF my Island home.
I strive e'er enter my Island home
To Danish all feeling of care,
That the feeling of rest and OF peace alone
May enter with me there,
And fancy may paint with a brighter hue
The things that are NOBLE pure and true.
I suffer no thoughts of anger or hate
To reach that distant shore,
If they start with me on my journey there
The deep waves close them DER
Ere they reach that haven of peace and rest
Where all is banished save the purest and Dist.
''What do you take to your Island home %
You will ask impatiently then,
''Since you Danish all thoughts that commonly
haunt
The daily pursuits OF men,,
answer I take the safeguard OF Prayer,
To watch DER my thoughts and feelings there.
For even in fancy the Spirit of Ill
Will follow to waste and destroy,
He enters even our purer thoughts
And dampens our visions of joy
We are only free from evil and harm
When we rest beneath our Fathers arm.
Then build for yourselves sweet Island homes
Where your thoughts can freely rove,
Unchecked by the noise of this troublous world,
And filled with calm peace from above.
That you may bring back to the worlds busy care
Some part of the joy that you felt while there
AIOA
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1874-09-04
A Touching Literary Remem-
brance.

Bransford VaWter, like many OF his
| gifted predecessors, died too young to know
| the worlds estimate of his worth. He
wrote a little poem, suggested by a tender
| and holy attachment for one of Lynch
burg's sweetest and purest women, far
above him in social standing and in peeu-
MARY advantages, one Of the simplest and
most plaintive compositions in the Ian
guage. 1t would not be proper to invade
the sanctity Of the tomb, and print the
name Of this lovely woman, but many of
our citizens know who is referred to. For
many a year the wild flowers have bloomed
and faded above her dust, but her heart
was Bransford Vawter's. The poem has
been falsely attributed to Thomas Moore,
and the newspapers of America have cop
led it over and over again, never dreaming
that it was the sudden and uncomfortable
outburst of a Lynchburg boys feelings,
and that it was written il a log cabin, at
the point now known as the corner of
Main and Ninth streets. The following
is the poem:
I'D offer thee this hand of mine,
If I could love thee less,
But hearts so warm so fond as thine,
Should never know distress.
My fortune is too hard for thee,
'Twould chill thy dearest joy;
I'd rather weep to see the free,
Than win thee to Destroy
leave thee in thy happiness,
AS one too dear to love-
As one think of but to bless,
AS wretchedly rove.
And oh when sorrows cup drink,
All bitter though it be-
How sweet twill be for me to think,
1t holds no drop for thee.
And now my dreams are sadly DER,
Fate bids them all depart,
And 1 must leave my native shore,
In brOkennesS of heart.
And oh, dear one when far from thee,
I'll neer know joy again
1 would not that one thought of me-
Should give thy bosom PAIN ..
This poem was published, we believe,
in the Lynchburg ''Press," some time dur
ing 1924, and copied by newspapers and
throughout the country. 1t
was the composition Of an obscure boy but
it made a reputation which has survived
it's gifted author, and though his remains
have long since mingled with the dust,
and even his burial place is a matter of
uncertainty, this spontaneous outburst of
his young and innocent heart has been en-
balmed in costly bindings, and sung in
many a happy home.
What the future of this bright and pre-
,ocious boy would have been, had Provi-
1ence spared him, can never be Known
Pure as the Alpine SHOWS, tender as
brave as Caesar, and eloquent as
Demosthenes, flor none of his friends
could withstand him in debate), he had the
promise of brilliant, a glorious future
But ''the good die young" and ere his
rare requirement had become known, even
20 his neighbors, those who loved him
were called upon to strew flowers upon
5he early, untimely grave Of Bransford
wter.-Lynchbmy (Fa.) Neaus.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1874-09-04

". fl. S. Y. I'VE. BECKLE
before purchasing elsewhere, as we are deter
mined to sell our goods as cheap, if not little
cheaper, than can be bought in the city. We
are now receiving large lot Of NEW and
STYLISH FURNITURE, purchased in the East
ern cities for cash, and will sell for cash for less
than anv other house in Stanton. Give US
call.
We keep always on land a large supply of
Cane aad Wood seat Chairs, Bureaus, Beasteads,
Washstands, Tables, Lounges, Mattresses, and
Parlor and Chamber sets in Walnut, Mahogany
and OAK manufactured in our shop Of dry ma
terial and by the best of workmen. Give us
call Guarantee work to suit ana prices TO III.
Fisk,s metallic cases and caskets always on
hand. Undertaking promptly attended to.
Ma- Main St., Staunton, one door above Luz
theran Church. decl
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DENTAL NOTICE.
Vh., XVilSnHn

~ DIR. j. T. Wilson.
a graduate of "The Baltimore College Of Dental
Surgery" has permanently located ia Staun-
ton, and taken charge of DR. Chapman's Dental
office Four yes IS of successful practice enables
him to Say that all operations on the dental or
Scientific manner. Artificial sets inserted at
reasonable rates.
DR.. CHAPMAN will be in the office during
the summer, and will be glad to introduce all OF
his friends to DR.. Wilson.
june 26- 6m.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1874-09-04

N1ON-EXPLOSlVECOA OIL
~ The only article that can be used with
safety willburn e-thirdlonger and sold at
one same price as the inferior grades, at
TROUT& BERKELEY'S
April 12-tf Drug Store.
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VXTAGON-HIAKENG
w AND BLACKSM

VXTAGON-NEAKEN
wv AND BLACKSMITAING G.
The undersigned, formerly of Churchville, has
opened Wa gon-making and Blacksmithing
establishment on
NEW COURT HOUSE ST, STANTON, VA
next door to the Carriage Factory of Capt.
Waters, where he is prepared to execute all work
in his line, out of good material, in the best
manner and at low fl ures-;
Va REPAIRING promptly done and all
W rk warranted.
VA. also manufacture FASIG'S PATENT
LIFTING JACK, the create thing out and in
dspensable to farmers generally. Call and see
it.
febl4 JAS. M LICKLITER.
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XNTATCHGS, CLOCKS AND JEWELRY
a. a. CON E,

Successor to Gone anu f1aHgtT,J
OLD STAMP MAIN ST., STANTON, VA.
have on hand large Stock of the above
Goods, and am constantly receiving additions
thereto. Also, fine Sterling Silver ware, me
celebrated Rogers Plated Ware, Knives, Forks,
Spoons, Castors Ice Pitchers, &C. l am agent
for the ,,c,-,,,
DIAMOND sPECTACLES & EYE GLASSES,
an fine Coli, Steel, Shell and Rubber Frames.
Recommended gsy Opticians.
All kinds of Repairing neatly done by myself
and warranted. A. A. GONE.
my 29.ly
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CARRIAGES AND BUGGIEs.

MARRIAGES AND BUGGIEs.
v wish to inform my friends that have
ing near the Virginia Hotel, where I will keep on
hand Carriages and Buggies of every description.
By close attention to business and fair dealing,
expect to give entire satisfaction. will pay strict
attention to REPAIRING. Given scall before
purchasing. J. H. WATERS
janl4-tf
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1874-09-04

Nor10
Our bills will be ready and presented on the
list JULY All persons indebted to us, and to
the old firm of Bell & Co., are earnestly re-
auested to settle without delay, as in very many
cases longer indulgence will not be given.
OLIVIER & WHEAT,
Successors to Bell & Co,
Booksellers and Stationers.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1874-09-04
BOOKS AND STATIONERY
CHEAP.

In order to make room for our fall GOODS
we will, until the 18th day of August, sell our
present stock of
BOOKS,
STATIONERY
PICTURE FRAMES,
BRACKETS,
BOOK SHELVES,
and fancv icles, at greatly reduced prices
Gall anu ..ine.
OLIVIER & WHEAT,
Success ors to Bell & Co.,
Booksellers and Stationers
June 26
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.ueenSWare!

ID eceiving daily additions to my already large
II, and carefully selected stock of
FRENCH, ENGLISH AND AMERICAN
CHINAS. IN DINNER, TEA AND
CHAMBER SETS. GOLD BAND,
FLOWERED an PLAIN, IRON
STONE CHINA, G. G.,
YELLOW & STONE
WARE. SILVER
PLATED
CAsTORs, SPOONS. FORKS, $780,. &C.
KNIVES AND FORKS,
Britannia and Plated Ware,
and a full line of House Furnishing goods and
a host of other articles too numerous to detail
Gas and Oil Fixtures-Such as Chandeliers,
Brackets, &C., for Lighting Country Churches
and Residences All of which are New and
Modern Styles. And will be sold at whole
sale and retail at square Baltimore prices. An
examination will prove my assertion.
IS. LIPSCOMB,
Plecker's Building, Augusta St.,
doors South Postofice, Stanton, Va.
marl3-tf
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1874-09-04

To PRESERVE GRAPEs.-Take seven
pounds of good sound grapes on the stems
the branches as perfect as possible, and
pack them as snugly without breaking, in
stone jar. Make syrup of four pound
of honey and one pint of good vinegar,
with cinnamon and cloves to suit (about
three each is our rule.) Boil them well to-
gether for twenty minutes, and skim well,
then turn boiling hot over the grapes, and
seal Immediately. They will keep years if
you wish, and are exceeding nice. Apples,
peaches and plums may be done in the
same way.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1874-09-04

SUGAR FOR Good brown
sugar is the sweetest, especially much
sweeter than the so-called granulated
white sugar, which contains much water
of crystalization, often a certain amount
of free moisture besides, while the moist
ure of brown sugar is due to syrup or mo-
lasses, which increases the sweetness more
than water does. The finely-poWdered
white sugar made from loaf sugar is much
sweeter than the granulated white sugar,
and goes almost as far in sweetening as
the brown qualities do.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1874-09-04

REMEDY FOR CANCER.--Colonel Usse-
ny, of De Soto, Louisiana, says that he
fully tested remedy for this troublesome
disease, recommended to him by Spanish
woman, a native Of the country. The
is this: Take an egg and break it, your out
the white, retaining the yolk in the shell
put in salt, and mix with the yolk as long
as it will receive it, stir them together un-
til the salve is formed put a portion of
Div to the cancer about twice a day. He
tried the remedy twice in his own family
with entire success. 1t has also been tried
on two cases in Rhode Island with perfect
success. Such remedy is within the
reach of every one, and should be made
known to the whole world
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14
sSpnth 8raufh 5ntelligsnees.
RoMNEY, FRIDAY, AUG. IA, 1874.
ETI 1. is proposed that Congress declare

EI 1t is proposed that Congress declare
Long Branch the summer capital.
EEOver $4,000 were paid to the en-
ployees at the rolling mill 10 Cumberland,
on Saturday last.
s0-Specie shipments from New York TO
Europe on Saturday last amounted to 81,
2l4,614, Of which s2,20O,000 was in
gold coin.
E1- The City Assessor Of Petersburg,
reports the present population Of that CT
~ at 1855, an increase Of about 100
since 1870.
CEO One of the evidences of Tllton's in
sanity is, TINT he is in the habit of telling
the same story twice. How full Of crazy
people the world must be !
EHIt is said that typhoid fever has ap-
peared in Lexington, Va, IN epidemic form
Twenty-seven cases are reported in that
town during the past week.
E9 Our old friend MAJ. S. Nj. YosT
editor of the Valley Virgiuian, has been ap-
pointed Postmaster at Siauuton, vice MAJ.
JNo. A. HARTMAN, deceased.
EE Hon. FRANK HEREFORD has been
re.nominnted by tho Democratic Conven-
ton for Congress from the Sd Compression.
al District
ET Central Texas has population OF
100000, Northern and Eastern Texas
100000, and Western Texas which is Gu,
eff from the other portions of the State by
the swift rolling Colorado, has 100000
SUDDEN DEATH OF A BANK OFFICER.
CHARLES GOODWIN cashier of the Frank,
Tin National Bank of Baltimore city, was
found dead in his bed at Rawley Springs,
Virginia, on Friday morning last. His
death was caused by heart disease.
EF So long as Mrs. TILToN says "it ism I
true" and Mrs. BEEcHER is satisfied, we
don know what anybody else has got to
do with it. -Richnond. Enquirer.
Do with It'll Why, we should like to know
if the parties are guilty or not guilty.!
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14

GE Here is tho vail and tho warning
Of an unhappy Nebraskan: Don't come to
Nebraska Don't allow nDy ono to come
here, because il is h--ll here 10 the shape
Of ,234, SIS, 900, 600, OOO,OOO,OOO grass.
hoppors There has been q light wheat
harvest, aud now every piece Of corn and
potatoes is ruined. Dave Hill lost bis Gu
tire crop OF oorn-about fifty acres 10 all.
smith has lost all but two acres Of corn
The fact IS, desolation roigns supreme in
tho fields. There is fair prospect Of
want for tho homostoaders, and, likely star
vation for some. Should like TO borrow
500 Of some one that VIC might escape
the impending doom
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14

ETA gentleman living on Stounton
river near Cartcr's Island, Va, reports
that that section is literally covered with
frogs, varying in size from grain of corn
to usual size. These frogs jump from the riv-
or, on both sides, striking out through the
country for miles, destroying in their march
the millions Of chinch bugs that line the
fields. Go il, frogs!
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14

EE The loCusts are ravaging Algeria.
They descend upon the fields and devour
every particle of vcrdure in few minutes
-beans, potatoes, maize, every kind OF
vegetable md frui., 10 fact, aud the foliage
of the trees. At Bou-I small the Mayor
offered q reward Of franc for every kilo
of locusts' eggs. 10 very short time he
was Obliged TO desst because Of the large
ness of the sum, 1000 francs being quick
y expended. The vines have been ruinod
causing a great loss to their owners. 10
somo places tho l0custs have not done any
damage themselves, but have left in passing
such enormous quantities OF eggs that every
effort to destroy them has boon in vain.
ln Kabylia, one Of tic most fertile and best
cultivated districts Of Algeria, some Of the
crops have had to DO roplantod in conse-
qGono3 Of tho locus,s. Lrgo numbers Of
trees have been attacked, and just now the
olive, fig trees, aud vines are menaced by
crickets in spite Of the strenuous oxertioDs
made by the natives TO destroy the eggs.
But II is not ohly these plaques that the
unfortunate colonists have 10 contend with.
Enormous flights Of sparrows havo done
groa. mischief in Milianah and Otleansvile
this summer, aud some districts have suf.
fered from drought, 80 that, oil things con
sdered, the agricultural prospects for this
year arc not very hopeful ia even the most
favored spots.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14

"A young lady in San Francisco is engaged
20 q gentleman who, through his recklessness,
has well nigh caused her death on several occa-
sions. About three months since, the account
says, this you1g man, when on the point Of sopa-
rating from his afiancel until the next evening"
made a mistake in his selection Of overcoats in
the hall, aud finding revolver in the pocket,
be drew it out and commenced toying with tho
weapon. It was accidentally discharged, a
natural consequence, and The young lady receiv-
cd a severe wound ia tho arm This mishap re-
tarded the c9urtship for a time, but the maiden
finally recovered, and the current Of true love
was gliding very placidly again, wE2n she ac-
cepted an invitation 10 ride out with her lover.
Tho couple had scarcely started when the horse
ran away, the buggy was capsized, and the young
lady was thrown down bank, sustaining a
fracture Of the leg and severe bruises. This ae-
cident will again defer the elimination Of this
disastrous courtship for several months longer.
With patience and the exercise Of much prudence,
however, they may be happy yet.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14

Gay The Now y ok Herald published tho
other day long letter fromits Long Branch
correspondent, III which President Grant is
represented as revealing oil bis projects to
a"loading Liberal Republican Of the West"
According to tho writer, tho President in
tends running for third term, relying not
upon tho Republican party, which "has full
filled its mission aud outliyod It's useful
ness but upon an alliance between the
Liberal Republicans and the Southern poo-
pie. The veto, by the President, Of the
Civil Rights bill, should it pass Congrcs 81,
is represented to DO one Of the articles a.
greed on - Winchester Times
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14
Is This the Kidnapped Boy ?

Troy, n. Y, Aug. 10.--A special dis
patch 10 the Times, from Burliuston, Yer
mont, announces the arres, of a woman
named FLYNN, who has a child answering
TO the description of CHARLIE Ross, the
kidnapped boy. She tells contradictory
stories.
THE CHILD SAYS HIS NAME Is CHARLIE
Ross -PHILADELpuIA,A Aug l0.-Private
dispatches to the friends of CHARLIE Ross
FROM Burlington, Vermont, from the chief
of police, state the fact Of tho arrest Of a
woman there having a child resembling
CHARLIE, aud that she gives evasive an
swers. Another dispatch requests an sccu-
rae description of the missing child. A
third dispatch from Burlington, but not
signed By the chief of police, says tha. the
child on being questioned said, my name is
CHARLIE Ross, but mamma says must
not tell any oDe.'
The child turns out not to be Charlie Ross.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14
Virginia Hotel.

The House Is commodious and vel auanet4 i1
it, apartments, and located Boo pleasant portion
Of tbe town, aud has good lot Of ground, siA-
bling, &c., attached.
The terminus Of The South Branch marrow
gauge Railway from Green Spring Ron o. tDm-
ney 10 be completed tho coming Fall, viii be no
great distance FROM this Hotel.
The above property can be bought privately
between this aud the above mentioned date 10
NOT sold before that time 10 will Dc sold publicly
before tho CourthOuse door on ihat day.
For further Information in reference 10 the pfi-
vate sale Of This property, apply 20 DR. Samuel
r. Luptonr Romney, or address J.. >. Br0Wo,
ESQ., Culpepper q. o., Virginia.
TBaWs o. SALE go One-third q the purchase
money ia cash, and The residue 10 two cqUal 81
aual payments, The deferred payments 20 bear
interest from the day u sale, the purchaser 70
give bond with approved security for tbe defer
red payments, ADD The legal title 20 be retained
~ further security, until The whole of tnc pur-
chase money - paid.
EVAN s. BROWN,
Executor Of G. b. Crop, de- d.
Jsly 81, 1871.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14
WILMAM Perry, Secretary.

Rg STATE ELECTIONS were held in
North Carolina and Tennessee on yesterday
week, and both States were carried by the
Democrats by handsome mnjorities The
former State, North Carolina, by from 10,-
600 to $4,000 majority, elccting screen
democratic Congressman out of eight, end
the Legislature three fourths democratic.
We'll done North Carolina aud Tennessee.
In North Carolina the election passed
off poaceaby, not 50 in Tennessee, as the
election riot in Memphis cost four lives,
all white mon Among them were the Rad
ical sheriff, named REAvEs and his two
brothers. Fortunately On attempt to in
duce the colored men to arm was unsuccess.
ful, and peace was restored. These bo the
beauties Of reconstruction.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14

TINE subscriber having leased the Taylor 10
i Tel for a term Of years is now having the
same thoroughly renovated, rcpantcd and refur-
nished, and the whole establishment put in com
plete order, and it will be made to compare with
any frstclass Hotel in the Valley
] very respectfully announce 20 my friends and
acquaintance Of West Virginia, that il will give
me great pleasure 20 see them at the "Taylor
Hotel, and every attention and comfort Of the
Hotel shall be theirs
SAM'L NJ. MULLIN.
Winchester, July 3, iS74.-6m
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14

Look OUT For HrM--TnE SCAMP
WILLIAM HYDE was born and raised at the
FouT-Nlilo Tavern, / miles from Str9sburg,
Virginia, where his parents now reside.
He rsu away, went to Ohio, married HEN
ny BAKERS daughter, had 2 children !;
left her and came back. Married Mr.. A.
BRAHAM BAKERS tighter, near S,ras.
burg, had ono child left her. CFor par
ticu!2rs write 10 ANDREW CULLERs, Wood.
stock, Va Now round protesting to 10 q
Dentist be knows O little about il, and
calls himself HARRIS through Warren,
Clarke and Frederick counties. Has been
imposing on the people about Vaudeville
under assumed names until found out.
Address j. A. CARTER,
Vaudeville, Va.
Hyde is about 80 years old, feet or
| 0 inches 10 height, black bair, very talk.
alive, is an infamous scoundrel, and is
known as such at Strasburg, Va. For
full description address Reyd. JOHN PR
KEY or OBED Funk, Strasburg, Shenan-
doah co Va.
The scoundrel alluded to in the notice
printed above, came to the neighbor.
hood Of Back Crock, 10 this county, several
weeks ago, made love TO tho young dauga.
ter Of one of the citizens Of that ncighbor-
hood and persuaded her to run of with him
and be married. He vas puraued and the
young lady rescued, butthe villain escaped
II to be hoped that the description Civ
en- Of him above will load TO bis capture
/ NarlmsJU,g Statesman.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14

Destructive FIRE AT STAUNToN -
The round house of tho Chesapeake and
Ohio Railroad Company, at S.aunton, was
burned on Wednesday morning of last week
the 9th inst. A number Of engines 10 the
house at the time wero all gotten out but
two, which were completely destroyed.
The others were somewhat injured by the
heat of the burning building. The loss is
estimated at $4,000 The fro originated
10 the blacksmith shop
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1874-08-14

INCREASED CONSUMPTION OF 0PIUN. The in.
crease in the use of opium in this country sug-
gests that reformers will soon have new enemy
TO battle. The importation of opium now a.
mounts to nearly $50, 900 pounds annually, ten
times more than thirty years ago, and il is the
opinion Of physicians and druggists that not
more than one-third of the quantity is used for
medical purposes. In other words, more than
leo, 900 pounds of this drug used fer
stimulating purposes in this country IL the re-
formers, remarks IA contemporary, could get rid
of the opium, however, it is question whether
some other stimulant would not be found to sup
ply its place. The influence Of this drug on the
human system may be deleterious enough, but is
it worse than bad whisky?