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The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1875-05-12

| WATCHING CANNON B&LL,-A
very singular exhibition was given
yesterday at the Jardin Mabillc.
There has been performing here at
the Folies Bergere, man named
Holtum, an American, who has can.
non fired at him and catches the ball
in his hands. This prodigious feat
was witnessed nightly, and although
the actors present avowed that there
was no trick, Pierre Veron, of the
Monde Illustre, would not believe it.
He said that the cannon ball must be
thrown to Holtum from the stage.
The latter made bet of five thousand
francs that lie would perform the
feat under conditions which left no
room to doubt, and when the bet was
taken, Veron designated Mabille as
the place for the trial. All the jour
nalists of Paris were invited, and they
found Holtum there before his
cannon.
1t was examined with minute care,
and the heavy ball was passed from
hand to hand. 81 am no longer in
my own house, said Holtum; "you
are master here, and you must watch
over all the arrangements" Having
carefully aimed aid dashed its cannon,
it was charged, and Holtum took his
place against plank target some ten
yards away. Tiis was to show that
the ball was solid, and the force of
the powder great enough to send it
through the plank. Holtum got the
aim Of his gun, and placed his head
in a certain position against the plank,
giving the command to fire.
The ball just grazed the hair and
broke through the plank, rolling some
twenty yards further on. The same
ball was picked up by the journalists,
who again charged the cannon and
sent home the ball in his hands as
neatly as he does nightly upon the
stage. He won his bet, and no one
seemed disposed to accept his offer of
three thousand francs to any one who
would perform the same astounding
feat. The physical force required
must be enormous, but Holtum
showed his strength by tossing up
cannon balls as if they were so many
oranges.
The only precautions taken are very
simple; he wears very thick leather
gloves, and covers his breast with
many thicknesses of thin paper to
form a sort of cuirass. This looks to
me like a very dangerous feat, and
particularly the first part of it, where
Holtum places his head against the
target half an inch below where the
ball will probably strike. If the
powder should chance to be defective,
some day there might be an accident.
1t is like the fool-hardy trick of put
ting ones head into a lions mouth.
One day I fancy that ball will snap
his head very neatly off, Paris Cor
respondence New York World.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1875-05-12

The DEMOCRATS have carried
Montgomery, Alabama, and Raleigh,
North Carolina, fol- the first time
since the war.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1875-05-12

THE latest addition to the UMBRELLA is
a pane of glass, inserted in the front
breadth through which the holder eau see
his way.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

PROF. HENRY SCHARF.-A small though
select and appreeiaaive audience were present
at the Town Hall on last Friday night, to lis
ten to the readings of Prof. Scharf. We gave
the programme in our last issue, and our rea-
ders will remember that it afforded wide field
for the exercise of evolutionary talent. The
highest compliment we can pay Prof. S. is that
he more clearly interpreted the ideas of the
authors than any rea Ter to whom we have ever
listened, and whether portraying the incompa,-
able scene from Pickwick, or the remarkable
observation of Mr.. Bedott, or presenting tile
sterner and more pathetic story of Shamus
O'Brien, the rendition was well nigh perfect.
The audience was highly delighted and at the
close of the entertainment we heard but one
opinion and that was, that a richer literary
treat had seldom been given in Staunton.
Just here we have word to say about the
taste of Stauntonians for amusements. Ii Wy
man or some other humbug Of the first water
had been announced. the Hall would have been
literally packed, and the people would crowd
III, knowing before hand, that they would be
swindlpd, but whe.l it was known that an &C.
complished scholar would give an entertain
meit worth three times the price OF admission,
not more than huadfed were present. This
is an unaattering commentary upon the lasts
of our citizens, yet it is true. We wish it were
otherwise.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16
MNr3'GnNes.

On the 25th ut, by Rev. John Kirkpatrick Robt.
Barton. of Rockbri1ge and Miss Lucy L. Cloyd, of
Pulaski county, Va.
On the 18th ult., by Rev. F. A. STROLLER, James
McCiamproch, OF Albemarle county, Va, and Miss
Annie Gibson. OF Rockingham county.
On the 21st ult. by Rev. John Harshbarrer, Thos.
Clark, of Albemare county, Va. and Mrs Susan NJ
Gardner, OF Rockingham county.
On the 18th ult by Rev. E. P. Funk. Christian
Highland county.
At the same time and pace. r. D. Lautz of High
land, and Miss Margaret E. Shrader, OF Pendleton
county.
On the 18th tit qy Rev. Dr. Manly, P. R. Davis OF
augusta. and Miss Elizabeth Lee johnson, daughter
OF Edward +. johnson, Esq. OF this city.
On the Both u1t by Rev. j. NJ. schreckhise, Josirh
Robertson Of augusta, and Miss Jennie Hill Ci
Rockingham county.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

SToNEwALL JACKsoN-A MILITARY b.
oGRAPHY, BY JOHN EsTEN Cook AND REV.
J. VIM. JoNEs.-There are very few readers
in Virginia who are not familiar with the writ
ings of John Esten Cook. More especially
have his post bellum productions been univer-
sally popular, and no author has been more
successful in enisting the attention and cater
ing to the taste of the reading public, than he
to whose gifted pen we are indebted for those
splendid presentations OF historic fiction,
which have thrown around the story of the
Southern struggle halo of romance and called
forth praises from each side Of the waters. -
The above mentioned book is written in Mr..
Cooks most attractive style, and reads moro
like novel than record of history, but from
the unusual facilities afforded him for col
lation OF material, We are assured that it is en-
tirely authentic.
Messrs. w. S. Stutz and r. f. Flet cher have
/ secured the agency for this work for Augusta
county and Stanton, and will doubtless meet
with great success in its sale. 1t is handsome.
ly bound in cloth, calf and morocco, and would
make an appropriate present Tor Christmas.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

DIRECTORS OF THE WESTERN LUNATIC
AsYLUM.-The Governor on Saturday appoin-
ted the following Board OF Directors of the
Western Lunatic Asylum: DR.. A. NJ. Faunt-
leroy, j. A. Waddell, Col. r. II. Catlett, Judge
J. II. McCue, Col. A. W. Harman, Staunton !;
Dr. L. W. Shelton. Fishersville: DIR. S. IT. Moi
felt, Harrisonsurg; G. w. Button. Lynchburg;
j. p. Kelley, Winchester VIM. Crawford,
Fort Defiance, Augusta county !; DR.. r. S.
Beazley, Standar(lsvlle. The retiring board
was composed Of the following gentlemen: w.
A. Burke, A. w. Earman, w. H. Fl. Lynn, A.
B. Lightner, r. S. Harnsbergcr, DR.. S. II, Moi
felt, w. L. Poague, G. D. Fishburne, James p.
Kelley and H. NJ. Bell.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

4sA THING OF BEAUTY. Tyre has cree
ted stand IN his store room and ornamented
i. with the most brilliant and beautiful assert
ment OF Christmas presents that could well DC
placed OH SO small platform. Ssatuettes,
toilet sets, cigar stands, &c.. very elaborate in
blue and gold. and presenting an appearance
SO gorgeous and attractive that it beggars Or
binary verbiage to describe it. Tyree's taste
in the fancy and ornamental line is too well
known ard recognized to argue about. Let
any foolish skeptic go, see and be convinced.
Florida water, the most delicate perfume III
the market, 1T Tyres Drug Store,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

DEATH FROM SYMPATHY.-M Miss Rebecca
whose death we noticed last week, was so much
affected by his death, that she was taken sick
on the night OF its occurrence, and died at her
home in Washington or the evening Of the
18TH
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

A STAUNToN MUSICIAN ABRoAD.-Mr. Max
Brownold, the wonderful young pianist, who
is now in Baltimore, has been winning gold
enopinions from the critics by his performances.
In speaking OF the recent Haydn Concert, in
which some of the finest musicians in the Uni
ted States participated, the Baltimore An1ert-
c.1n SAYS: "a feature OF the evening Was pi-
auo solo from "Rigoletto," by Mr.. Brownold,
in which LISTS charming music was exquisite
" expressed by carefully toned Steif Grand
Piano, selected especially for the perform
ance'
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

GRANGE ADDRESS Deputy G. w. koiner
will deliver an address at Mt. Scion on Satur-
,lav, the 18th inst, before Naked Creek, Mt.
Sidney and Verona Oranges, on the subject OF
the Grange Movement. The public are invited
to attend. -.-
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

TABLEAUX.-On the 2Stll, there will be a
presentation of nutlaber of tableaux in the
I'own Hall, for the benefit OF the Z. M. q. A.
The characters have already been assigned and
the entertainment promises to be brilliant
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

MUSICAL CONCERT AT WAYNEsBoRo'.--
Miss Lizzie Daniel and some of her accom-
plshed pupils of the w. f. /. have consented
to assist the ladies of Waynesboro, in then
effort to pay off the Church debt, by giving a
grand musical concert at Waynesboro', on the
evening of the 9th Of December. We doubt
if the good people of that town and communi-
ty have ever heard such music as is promised
on this occasion, and there will doubtless be
many from Stanton who will be attracted
thither by the charming vocalsm. In addi-
ton to the concert there will be refreshments
served in the basement of the Church.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

j. L. GRAHAM has removed to the room on
Main street, lately occupied by Turner IL tiar-
man, with full stock of just such goods as ey-
cry body wants at this time of the year, and all
nt the lowest rates.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

Don't fail to scclre those large, fine Oys-
tcrs for Christmas They can only be had at
w. S. Stutz's at ST 25 per gallon. Changers
will please note the above price. Cheap, very
cheap.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

FAIR AND FEsTIvAL.-Tlle ladies OF Mt.
Scion will hold fair and festival on the 2Sth
of December, fer the benefit OF the NJ. =.
Church. A ioyens time is anticipated.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

A WORD To TIIE WGsE.-The party who
took pair OF pistols from the private room OF
the VIRGINIAN Office is known, and they
will save trouble by retarning the property at
once.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16
Deaths.

On the goth ult.. near Rockville, Indiana Edward
B. Runnels. aged about ~ years. He was a half
brother OF VIM ID. Kennels, Sergeant of this city
On the End inst, near the University of Va. Eva
in1ant daaSnt daughter OF Prof. Waller and Kate NJ
| E. Holiday, OF New York city, aged months
In this city. the 18th inst of inflammation of the
stomach NICHOLAS Trout, only son of H. NJ and
fannie Mcllhany aged about four months.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

l will have large supply Of Oysters and
Celery during the holidays. Will be glad to I'LL
orders for suppers, promising such Oysters as
were never seen heie at such figures.
W. S. STUFF.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

REDUCTION OF AssEssMENr.-Thc assess
been returned from all the Districts, except
North River district, showing Il reduction in
the districts returned OF sl6S. 1873, as follows
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

HOLIDAY DINNER-The ladies OF Messy
Greek church will have :: dinner and Christi
mas tree, ON Thursday the Both Instant.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

BAPTIST CHURCH ORGANIzED.--A Baptist
Church was organized i'll Waynesboro', on last
Friday, by Rev. Chas. Manly, OF this city, with
about As members. some of them formerly OF
Stanton congregation, and others from Mel
son and Albemarle. There were several adj
missions Of new members. A very gratifying
revival OF religion is progressing in this church,
under the charge Of Rev. 5. T. Hum pastor o.
the congregation. assisted by DR.. Manly
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

Get your Cox's and Cooper's Gelatine at
Tyree's Drug Store.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

G. d. Pearman has the finest Oysters in the
town.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16
LOCAL..
Arrival and Departure

CHESAPEAKE AND Quo or the Vest at at $50 D.
ana leaves for the East at loss, a. M
Mail Closes at e:45 a. m. and $50 p.
VALLEY RA1LRoAD.-Mail Train arrives at 6:25 p.
~, ard leaves at 1910 a m. Freight train with pas
senner car arrives at 10 a. re- and leaves at 430 p m
Mail Closes at $50 a. m.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

The weak, the Worn and the dyspeptic should
take l4iebig's Liquid Extract of Beef and Tonic
Invigorator
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16
Get your extracts Lemon and Vanilla at
Tyree's Drug Store. The best in the city.

ENGLISH PLUMB PIDDaSG.-Capt. w. j..
Turaler, the agent for J. Z. Hawkins, has just
received large and fresh supply OF this new
and celebrated desert, which is offered for the
first time in Staunton. Houselfelders who de
sire to present something really delicious and
novel OF, their tables on Christmas day, should
call at Capt. Turner'S and supply themselves.
DEATH-Miss Molle Hudson. sister of W. A.
Hudson, Esq, of this city, died at Reckbr'dge
Baths Oh the 9TH. She had been in delicate
health for a long time and at the time OF her
death was at the Baths for the purpose OF OBJ
tanning medical treatment under Dr. MORRISON.
Her remains were brought to this city and in
TERED IA. Thornrose Cemetery Oh the Stlt. -~s's
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

Christmas Goods at Tyres Drug Store.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

Beautiful vases and toilet sets at Tyree's
Drug Store.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

Try pearman's Oysters.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

ENLARGED, To accommodate its increaS-
ing business, The Augusta National Bank has
erected an addition to its building which Will
be used as the cashiers room. The partition
which separated the old cashiers room from
the bank proper, has been torn down and the
whole thrown into one apartment. Adjoining
the new room is large fire proof vault which
sa.ill be Used for the safe keeping Of books, &c.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

Without doubt, Pearmsn's oysters can't bt
beat for size and price.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

NlURDERous AssAULT.-Mr. Henry Ballard,
formerly of this city, and contractor on-the
Cincnilati Southern Railroad was assaulted by
!, ueyro whilst returning to his work, from this
place last week. and had several teeth knocked
out and his inv brokea. We have been unable
to leayn the particulars. The negro was ar
rested, and will reuain in Jail until Mr.. b. is
able to appear against him. s5@
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

TIIEATRICAL-At the Town Hall, on Thurs
xday'ng the Bayse troupe gave their farewell
performance, and one of the Saunton anna
,uers gave several scenes from Richard the ILL.,
in a manner highly credtabe. 1t was expect
ed that Melissa Breslau would appear as Lad
Anne, but she having dissolved her connect
zion with the troupe, the performance OF Rich
ard WAS confined to soiloqnys.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-12-16

Cheapest Christmas goods in the city, at Ty
reefs Dug Store.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1875-11-11
WANTED TOBE ANA UTuMN LEA F

"Aw-ah, Miss Bwown," simpered a
suburban swell to young lady, as he
leaned over her fathers gate the other
evening, "what might you be-ah--be
daWlng r. es Il, .-f r.,I 'a..,..-.i I'D .
Gathering leaves-autumn leaves"
replied she, glancing up from her work.
what daw you gathawh them nasty
things faw?" he further drawled.
"Why, to press them, to be sure" she
answered. s.s..aI e.aa
"0h--aw p he simpered, after apause,
"I-1with | wath an autumn leaf"
And as he lodged basketful of them
and watched the fair one plunge into
the house, he wondered what he had
been saying so "dweadful hawwid."
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1875-11-11
WESTWARD.


Trains Nos. Ia 8 and IL on main line run daily.
Palace Sleeping Coaches on trains No. 2, 3 and
H. between Cincinnati and New York daily.
Hotel coach on train IL between Leavittsburgh
and New York daily
Connections at Mansfield with Pittsburg For
Wayne and Chicago Railroad; at Ravenna with
Cleveland and Pittsburg Railroad; at Meadville
Union and Cory for on Regions; at Corning fol
Rochester and points on the New York Central,
and at Binghampton for Albany, Springfield, Wor
cester, Boston and New England
Connections at Cleveland for Toledo Chicago
Milwaukee, Omaha, and all points In the North
west
Close connections at Cincinnati with trains for
the South and West,
No "stopOver' allowed upon local tickets. Lo
cal passengers must purchase tickets to their first
stopping place and then repurchase from that
point TO destination.
............. w. B. SHATTUC,
Gen. Passenger and Ticket Agert, C incinndti, o.
P. d. COOPER, #..
Gen. Superintendent Cleveland, o. nov16-h.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1875-11-11
WHAT He WISHED.

The other day when resident Of First
street went home to dinner, his wife
asked him why he sent astranger to the
house after his Sunday suit. t'll''
II didn't" he bluntly replied. ''Y
"But young man called and said So
and I gave him the Clothes" she said.
There was painful pause, and she
continued: -..--.--..-..
"You can't blame me-"
"No, can't" he replied, "but / wish
you and knew enough to last Us over
night" .ysa.uI
She didn't eat any dinner, Of course
Free PFes& .,r
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1875-11-11
RAILROADS..
Chicago and North Western
RAILWAY.
Buy your TICKETS via the Chicago and North
Western Railway for
SAN FRANCISCO.


Buy your TICKETS via the Chicago and North
Western Railway for
SAN FRANCISCO,
Sacramento Ogden Salt Lake City, Cheyenne,
Denver Omaha, Lincoln Council Bluffs, Yankton,
Marquette, H0ughton, Hancock, Green Bay, 0sh.
kosh, Fond du Lac, Madison, and Milwaukee.
II you want 70 go 70 Milwaukee 0shkoah st.
Paul Minneapolis, Duluth, Fort Garry, Winona,
warren Ialena, Dubuque, Sioux City, Yankton,
Council Bluffs, Omaha, Lincoln, Denver, salt Lake
Sacramento, San Francisco or a hundred other
northern or northwestern, western points, this
great line is the one you should take The track
Is OF the best steel rail and all the appointments
are first class In every respect It's trains are made
up OF elegant new Pullman Palace Drawing-rOom
and Sleeping coaches luxurious, well lighted and
well ventilated day coaches, and pleasant loung:
Ing and smoking cars. The cars are all equipped
with the celebrated Miller Safety Platform, and
patent Buffers and Couplings Westinghouse Safe
ty Air Brakes and exery other appliance that has
been devised for the Safety Of passenger trainA
All trains are run by telegraph. In word, this
GREAT LINE has the best and smoothest track,
aud the most elegant and comfortable equipment
OF any road in the West, aud has no competitor In
the country.
On the arrival fthe trains from the East or South
the traIns Of the Chicago and North Western Rail-
way leave CHICAGO as follows
FOR Council Bluffs Omaha, and CdlU0rntn, Two
through trains daily, with Pullman Palace Draw.
ing,room and Sleeping cars through to Council
For st. Paul and Minneapolis Two through trains
daily, with Pullman Palace cars attached on both
trains. .. .I.I '-.I TIT TT
For Green Bay and Lake Superior, Two trains
daily, with Pullman Palace cars attached and run.
ming through TO Marquette.
For MlBdukee, Four through trains daily. Pull.
man cars on night trains.
For Wflond and points in Minnesota, One
through train daily.
For Dubuque, via Freeport, Two through train
daily, with Pullman cars on night train.
For Dubuque and la Crosse via Clinton, Two
through trains daily, with Pullman cars on night
train.
For SiOuz CITY and Ydnkton Two trains daily,
Pullman cars to Missouri Valley Junction.
For Luke Geneva, -Four trains daily.
For Rockford, Slerling RenoShd, Jdnesville, and
other points, you can have from two to ten trains
daily.
PULLMAN PALACE CARS.
These celebrated cars are run on all night trains
on all the lines of this road. They are run be.
tween
Chicago and Omaha. Chicago and Cedar Rap.
Ids. Chicago and Dubuque, via Clinton. Chicago
and FreepOrt Chicago and Marquette Chicago
and Milwaukee. Chicago and st, Paul
This Is the only line running these cars between
Chicago and ST. Paul. or Chicago and Milwaukee.
At Omaha our Sleepers connect with the Over.
land Sleepers on the Union Pacific Railroad, fox
All Ticket Agents sell tickets by this route
w. II. STENNETT, Gen'l Passenger Agent.
MARVIN HUGHITT, General Superintendent
feb5-y1
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1875-11-11

UNPUBLISHED POEM OF BURNS

~I.r, ,rr f.rft B. - lrrfrr
The trout in yonder wimpling burn
That glideS, silver dart,
rr And safe beneath ahady thorn ev
1ggsg Defes the anglers art a,.s.1f4d
l5a Ny life was once that careless stream,
That wanton trout was Iiqy.,o .,o
But love wi unreentng beam
Has scorched my fountains dry.
b That little 1ow'rets peaceful lot
myonder cliff that grows,
Which, save the linneta flight, / wot w
No ruder visit knows, 40 flaw 't
lIHas mine, till love had DER me passed
And blighted q my bloom;
G and now beneath the withering blast
Ny youth and Joy consume.
wAken'd lav'rock warbling spring.
And climbs the early sky,
Winnowlng blithe his dewy wings
In mornings rosy eye:
As little reckt sorrows power,
Until the low'ry snare
o. Witching love, In luckless hour,
Made me the thrall O. care.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1875-11-11

DAKOTA lightning goes for live stock
with great zeal. A recent bolt killed
fourteen horses and five steers, when
it might as well have killed a cheap
dog. rim 70 u. 0,I N -
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1875-11-11

A LAZY mans churn has been invented
in Vermont. 1t iS adjusted to wagon,
and all man has to do is to drive down
for the mail and when he gets back the
butter has come. ORD ll..na ~
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1875-11-11

cholera.