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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

NEW YORK COMEDY THEATRE.-Wild
mans splendid troupe continues to draw good
houses at the Town Hall. During the whole
Of last week and half Of this, they have pre-
sented an unusually attractive programme on
each evening.
Tuesday night, ssTen nights in Bar-Room'
was played, and last night, "Fanehon the
Cricket Maggie Mitchell will have to look
to her laurels if Clara Wildman continues in
the role of ssFanchon'' long. 1b was remarked
to us by gentleman, competent to judge, and
who had seen both actresses in the play, that
with the advantage Of stage. scenes. &C., Clara
Wildman would almost rival the great artist
who has made the play famous. She has won
the heart of all Staunton theatro-goers, and has
50 infatuated them that it will BE- hard to give
her up. The child wonder, Ollie. appears at
each entertainment and renders her charming
little songs with grace and sweetness that
few older professionals could surpass. The en-
fire company are excellent, and tlerc is moth
mo in their performance that could offend the
delicacy Of ladies.
Tonight the farewell performance will be
Given. ssSolon Shingle'' and ssThe Fool OF the
Famiy,o being the attraction. We advise all
to attend as it may be long time before an
other opportunity is given Of enjoying SO rich
treat. We commend this company to any
community in which they may perform.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

Col. James NJ. Lilley, our highly esteemed
citizen, adds another to the list of prominent
men Of our city who have passed the valley
where the shadows lie," and are numbered
with the dead. His death occurred at his resi-
dence on Monday evening last, after months Of
intense suffering. He leaves six children, one
of them is Gen. R. D. Lilley, and large num-
Der of friends to mourn his demise. He had
been for many years a member of the Presby-
terrain church.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

PUBLIC ScHooLs.-The annual e1amina-
ton of the Public Schools will be made Oh
Monday aud Tuesday May, 10th and 18th.
On Monday the Methodist Institute, the
Madison st. Primary. and the colored schools,
VIII be examined. On Tuesday the Graded
Soiool in the Academy. All persons. parents
especially, are urged to be present on these oc-
casions. The schools will commence at 8 o.
clock, A. NJ, and close at y O'Clock.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

TRANSFER OF GUAGERs.- following
gentlemen have been transferred: Mr.. Jno.
Crane relieves Mr. Jeffries, and Mr.. Jeffries
goes to Martinsburg. MIR. VIM. Brown will be
succeeded by ". L. Herr, in his present posi-
tion. and will 90 to Botetourt and Craig.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

New CITY TREAsURER.-Mr John NJ.
Carroll, who for some years has been Treasurer
of the y,and whose services as such have been
so universally acceptable, rendered his lesigna-
ton to the City Council on Tuesday night Mr..
Heber Ker was selected as his successor
While we regret that Dir. Carroll has deemed it
best to surrender the position, we are certain
that Mr.. Ker will fully meet the expectations
of his many friends.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

Judge H. W. Sheffey, President. and n 2.
Cat]ett, Cashier, of the Augusta National Bank,
left on Monday last for the East to consum-
mate the arrangements for the commence
ment Of operations.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

Ladies don't fail to 60 and see the styles OF
Hats, Bonnets, Flowers. Ribbons, &C., at Maj.
James w. Newton's opening Oh Friday and
Saturday, May 9TH and sth, and you will be
fully compensated.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

EN-. Gushing, auctioneer, sold, on last Sat
urday, May LIST, for John Rush, a small house,
on the Valley Turnpike known as the toll
house, to Mr.. Moses Cavenaugh, for $3.50.
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Mrs. Bolen's cor, opposite C. HOUSE

A FINE ANIMAL INJURED.-rhe beautiful
blooded Lexington FLY Of Hon. John F. Lew
is had one Of her legs broken on Friday last,
while being broken to harness. She was pure
blood, and valued at $1,000. We have not
heard what disposition was made Of her after
the accident. Mr.. Lewis was in Staunton at
the time, and did not hear of it until Satur-
day.
the animal was shot to relieve her Of her suffer-
ing,
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IT. S. CLERK.-We understand that Mr.. w.
B. Lurty, Of Harrisonburg, has been appointed
II. S. Circuit and District Clerk, for the U. S.
Court. for the Western District OF Virginia, to
fill the vacancy eccasioned by the resignation
of Dr. W J. Points.
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Geo. w. May & Co. have their elegant soda
fountain III opperation, dispensing the refresh
ing beverage to the thirsty. Tuesday was a
free day, and we were in.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

Reconnaissance thief broke into the Bar
Room Of Tom Burke on Tuesday night and
ant wlliskey This is not the first time that
Tom has been the recipient of these nocturnal
visits, but in future he will be prepared for
them.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

The CRoPs.-An intelligent gentleman in
formed us the other day that from his observa-
ton, which had been minute, he was of the
opinion the early wheat was very seriously
damaged. He said he had three fields on his
farm. One he had largely MANFRED and the
wheat was unusually forward. He was satisfi-
ed this would not make a half crop and proba-
bly, not more than a third. The later wheat
was not so much injured, and this was the re-
suit of his examination in wide circuit. He
thought we would have apples plenty, unless
the freeze would cause them to drop Oil before
they matured. The early cherries and peaches
were generally destroyed.
We notice favorable accounts of the peach
crops in Eastern Virginia, and very little dam
age sustained by any kind OF fruit.
--s <
PRESENTATION. Jno F. Lewis was in the
city on Saturday.
Rev. DR.. Chas. t. Deems, pastor OF the
church of the Strangers, in New York, has ac-
cepted an invitation to deliver the Baccalaure-
ate sermon at the commencement exercises OF
the WESLEYAN Female Institute. in this city, on
the 18th of June. DR.. Deems is speaker OF
great reputation.
Mr.. Geo. A. Myers, late Of the Daval House,
Salem. and formerly Of this county, has pur-
chased the Washington House, Lynchburg,
Virginia.
Rev. j. ]. Lafferty, late editor OF the Lex
ington Gazette and now of the Christian Ad-
vocate, was in the city On Sunday.
!. N. Liggeot, of the Harrisonburg bar, pass
ed through the city Oh Tuesday
Messrs. T. Daniels, Of Alabama, and Handle.
ton Bros, of Baltimore, were in the city last
week. and made examinations OF the site of the
nroposed water works. Both Of these parties
will submit propositions for the work.
Mr.. Albert Hartman, late Of Harman Bros,
will have charge Of the Goshen hotel during the
summer season.
Ladies-If you wish nice fitting, stylish,
and good quality OF Shoes go to.
c. /, WE1ER's, Main St.
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r reneat the notice that am daily in receipt
OF fresh shad, small fish, salad lettuce, onions,
radishes and asparagus. Remember | sell
the best in this line. Look to your interest,
and give me a call. Yours, respectfully,
w. S. STUFF
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

They call it s:cjstern' water' now, and carry
it home by the pitcher full. Thefe Is WORK 1of
the Jonadabs.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

VALUABLE PROPERTY IN MARKET.-We
direct attention to the advertisements OF four
very desirable properties in this issue OF the
VIRGINIAN:
First--,rhe American Hotel. This is decl-
dedly the most desirable property in the city,
and In the hands of parties who are IN the
condition to inprove it.and place it in good order
there is ITO estimating its compromising value.
Hotel men would do well to examine 1t, ana
come prepared to offer fair price for 1T.
second-rhe Donaghe farm in the suburbs
Of the city. This very valuable property is elll-
gible for building and pasture lots, and eeslra-
BILE in every way.
Thjrd-The Ope property. advertised by
Mai. Hotchkiss, as trustee. The.lmprovsments
on this property are first class, the land good'
we'll located and desirable
Fourth--The farm Of JOS r. Campbell. at
xertisea by II, Risk, sssieness
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A5oett09seosss.
READ
OUR NEW PRICE LISP,
M O ~ e v.
GLADKE's ONE PRICE STORE
and buy your goods where you can get ~ bsst ~
the least

/ HAVING RECEIVED our full assortment OF spripW
and Summer Dry Goods and Millinery-3we are rssay
to sell ct the following Prices:
a 1paca, zoe to $1,75,
e lsached Cotton, 8 to 2sc
C acoes at the very lowest prices,
. elaines, Is to SOC,
E legant shawls, 2,00 worth $500,
= lowers, the richest and choicest
G ents Furnishing Goods very cheap.
HE air Switches, loo to s25
t will do your eyes good to see our Ribbons.
; apanese Poplins at all prices,
"a cNtucky Jeans, 12A worth 900,
LINEN Towels lOc to $3.50 each,
NJ isscs and children's Hats at all prices,
apkins, Soc to $500 per dozen,
Q rgandies, stripe, check, and crossbar,
2 ieues, 20 to 75c, very cheap.
@ uilts and Bed Spreads at sacrifice,
z ound Combs at any price,
attn Stripe Grenadine, 80 worth soc,
able Linen * yards wide, Soc worth 75s.,
q nbleached Cotton gto 12xc per yard,
cry fine Black silk, cheap,
~ oolen Goods at bottom figures
x cELs1oR is our MOTTO, come, and
Z GU II be convinced,
z achariah Pocket Books, at all prices,
Space will not permit enumeration Of Goods.
but prepared to meet the wants Of
customers this season. and
guarantee that prices
ARE THE LO WEST IN THE STATE OF VIRGINIA.
that is, Goods
OF the same
quality.
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The ordinance also provides that the Treasurer
shall set aside such funds for school purposes
exclusively.
1t rests with the council, whether they shall
adopt the ordinance or not. Mai. Bell said. If it
is adopted the schools will continue, if not,
they will close. II the schools are only run for
five months, we lose the Peabody appropria-
ton.
Mr.. Burke-Can't we curtail the expenses?
Gen. Echols said that majority Of the chill
dren in the larger cities OF the State, were col
ored and net so lar advanced in their studies
as the whites, consequently the cost Of cducat-
ing them was less.
Mr.. Evans-I think the schools are too ex-
pensive and might be carried on more econona-
caIly.
Mr.. Bell-The appropriation asked for must
be made in full OF not at al.
Gen. Ec!lols.-So far as | am individually
concerned, tae refusal to make the appropria-
ton would-not effect me III the least. Fortu-
nately, am able to educate my children at a
private school, bu: as councilman and repre-
sentative OF the people, insist upon the main
J
The pooz children of the community must be
educated, and the appropriation for that pur-
pose is first. Railroads, water, street improve
ments, are all secondary when we come 70 de-
liberate whether or not we shall allow those
who are Unable to pay for their tuition to go
ignorant. Every other interest may anguish,
Iut this your duty as the representatives Of the
people compe,s you to maintain.
The question was then referred to the FL
nance committee, with instructions to report to
special meeting to be held on next Monday
night.
Mr.. Jno. NJ Carroll, rendered his resignation
as Treasurer Of the city and requested its nl-
mediate acceptance.
On motion, the resignation was accepted,
and Heber Ker unanimously elected to the po-
stion for the unexpired term.
In reference to
MR.. CARPETS STATEMENT
about the loan OF 81, 900, it was shown by the
passed in 1871 that the loan had been |
necessary to make the Valley Railroad a legal
organization. and that provision had been made |
for its return out Of the first sale OF tie bonds.
was also made to the ordinance pass
ed Sept. 10th, 1871, instructny the finance
to deliver to the representatives Of
The v. r. r. Co.. 100000 in six per cent.
bonds of the city, and directing them
% ESPECIALLY negotiate for and secure ac-
Iuitance from Mr. Garrett Of his claim for
money loaned by him 10 the city"
1t was stated that the $4,000 bad been bor-
owed upon Mr.. Garrett's own proposition.
md that he was to rec i've payment as proyid-
ID for by order. Ii the loan had never been
'etllrned it was Mr.. CARROTS own fault, as the
ponds had been delivered by the city. 1t was
endered and that Judge ShefIey, the Counsel
II the Valley Railroad, had refused to receipt
or but $75, 900.
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LOCAL..

Go to Maj. j. w. Newton's opening, frioay
and Sat urday.
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The PUBLIC SCHOOLS direct attention
to the notice Of the closing exercises Of the
Public Schools of this city on the 10th and l1th
inst. This announcement has taken us some
what by surprise, as we expected the schools
would be continued at least month lenger.-
The appropriation, however, has been exhaus-
ted, and we will be compelled to realize the I'M
comfortable fact Of about $50 children, now on
the school rolls, running lose for three months
to come.
It will be seen by reference to the proceed
ings OF the city council, that the attention OF
that body has been called to the absolute ne
cessty of an increase in the appropriation for
the proximate year frem $1,000 to ll,000.-
Mai Bell the President Of the Board Of School
Trustees, presented the interest OF the schools
in very forcble language and urged upon the
council the importance Of increasing the PEE
cent Of taxation as to embrace the increased
appropriation asked. We can corrective of ne
greater calamity that could befall the city than
the paralyzation Of the Public School interest,
now that they have progressed with such
healthy benefit to their present high standard.
There is no interest so vital with the people
It stands far above all others, and there can be
10 valid OF justifable excuse for failure to
provide the means for the future maintenance,
upon the elevated basis they now stand. To
hesitate in this important matter would be IA
tai to the city-would knock the bottom out of
its very existence, and give us a downward
rush that all the energies Of years to come
could not return. We will not allow. ourselves
to doubt for an instant that the city authorities
will hesitate i'll this great work, but that they
will rise with the occasion and meet all Ct its
demands.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1875-05-06

VEGETABLES AND SHAD.-u you don't be
lieve that ain selling the freshest shad and
best Vegetables OF all kind Kale, Lettuce, Rad
isles, Onions and Asparagus, at the very low
est market price, just give me a call and be
convinced. I am still ahead ia my line Of bus
ines. G. d PEARMAN,
Fish and Vegetable Depot,
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sTOCKHOLDER's MEETING.

Immediately after the adjournment of the
council the stockholders rc-assembled at the
Court House-Judge Mclaughlin in the Chair.
Jas. L. McLane reported the action of the
council and expressed his disappointment at
the result Of the conference. He had hoped
that Staunton would unite with her co-partners
in relieving the road Of its embarrassments,
and thereby maintaining their common inter-
ests, but he had been deceived. He said that no
credit was due Baltimore for the course she had
pursued i'll this matter, for although she was
reluctant to subscribe, when once the subscrip-
ton was made she had never tried to evade its
payment, but had cemeup promptly to the dis
charge of her obligations. Under the eircum-
stances he did not know what the meeting
could do.
MR.. GARRETr's RESIGNATION.
Mr.. Robert Garrett, in accordance with his
intention expressed at the last meeting, fen
dered his resignation as President Of the Valley
Railroad. In his remarks, he criticised the
course of Staunton and the counties very Sc
verely, and said that their action would do lit
tie to preserve the credit of the Virginia secur-
ities, which had already sunk so low that the
principal bankers Of London, in meeting re-
Gently held, had resolved to discountcnance all
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He said;

You will perceive that the actual cost of material in
Guiding freight and ballast exceeded the estimate by the
sum ST. $780, less than five per and this
satisfactorily accounted for by the increased weights
the rails, additional number of cross ties and the
quantity ballast used, all of which have tended to i'm
prove the the road and decrease the cost of
lnaintanance in future. would recommend, however,
in completing the line from Stanton to Salem. less
pensve character of supersructure be adopted espe
cally the traffic south of Stanton will not probably
be heavy that north account of the connection
with tt Chesapeake and Ohio railroad
He concluded his report by saying that "a close
tiny of the accounts leaves reason to believe that
there been any improper charges to the Valley
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REPORT OF THE CHIEF ENGINEER.

The report of Col. JAS. T.. Randolph, chief
engineer, explained that while the cost CT the
rail had exceeded the engineers estimate
(Which had been made for sixty pound rail,
when sixty-four was used much better rail
had been adopted and the character of the
work was first class in every particular, and
would compare iavorably with that Of the B. &
o. r. r.
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NOR SALE, Land Bond OF $l650,o0, well secur
II by first mortgage, on valuable property. Al
nerson who wishes to make good investment a. IL
good rate of interest, will address
A. &c,
AMI % care OF Spectator Office.
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LATE, STYLES SPRING HATS for Geasten,e
and Boys-just received by c. H. WELLER.
Main Street. Give linn o call,
500 KEGS Gs MAEals just received and i, <
LJC sale, by WOODS s. GILkESON,~
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VIEWS OF THE CONTRACTORS

VIEWS OF THE CON IRACTUES.
AS a matter of course, the Contractors are also
disappointed. They consented through their at
torney, not to bring suit on last Monday, provid-
ed the Valley Railroad Counsel would agree to
waive the rule day, and await the developments
of the meeting to be held on or about the 10th,
at Lexington. They are disposed to be as len
lent as possible, and therefore have postponed
any positive action until it is ascertained that
an anaicable settlement cannot be made.
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HAVING RECEIVED full assorsraent OF SPrfa9
and Summer Dry Goods and Millinery-we are ready
to sell ct the following Prices:
Los Angeles daily herald., 1875-01-28
SU M MONS.

I'm THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SEW
Il enteenth Judicial District of the State of
California, in and for the county of Los Ange-
ies-Thomas w, irwin, plaintiff, against Adri.
ann irwin, defendant. Action brought in
the District Court of the Seventeenth Judicial
District of the state of California, in and for
the county of Los Angeles, and the complaint
filed in said county of Los Angeles, in the
office of the Clerk of said District Court.
The people of the State of California send
greeting to ADRIAN Irwin defendant.
You are hereby required TO appear In an ac-
tion brought against you by the above-named
plaintiff'in the District Court of the Seven
teenth judicial District of the State of Califor-
MIA, In and for the county of Los Angeles, and
to answer the complaint filed therein, within
ten days exclusive of the day of servlce) after
the service on you of this summons--ifserved
county, but In this District, within twenty
days; otherwise, within forty days-or judg-
ment by default will be taken against you
according to the prayer of said complaint,
The said action is brought to obtain n decree
of this Court that the bonds of matrimony
between plaintiff and defendant be dissolved.
Reference is had to complaint for particulars.
And you are hereby notified that If you fail
TO appear and answer the said complaint, as
above required, the said plaintiff will cause
your default to be entered and will apply TO
the Court for the relief demanded in the
complaint.
n,-I---a Given under my hand and the Seal
I of the District Court of the Seven
SEAL fteenth Judicial District of the State
of California, in and for the county
"e-o--" of Los Angeles, this 3lst day of De-
cember, in the year OF our Lord one thousand
eight hundred and seventy-four
I., A. W. POTTS, Clerk.
by G. w. GOULD, Deputy Clerk.
stephen M. White, Attorney at Law. Is Dow
ney's Block, Los Angeles. jan9-2m
Los Angeles daily herald., 1875-01-28
ILLEGAL ADVERTISEMENTS.
SUM MONS.

\ NTHE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SEV-
A enteenth judicial District of the state of
California, In and iorthe county of Los An
geies.-Mis. ltvy Cannon, plaintiff, against
the District Court Ofthe Seventeenth Judicial
Distrlct of the Slate of California, In and for
tne county of Los Angeles and the COM
pialnt ned In said county Of Los Angeles in
Court.
The people of the State of California send
greeting To f. Cannon, defendants: You are
hereby required TO appear in an action
brought against you by the aboye-named
plaintiff, in the District Court of the Seven-
ieenth judicial Districtof the state of Cali
fornia, in and for the county of Los Angeles
and TO answer the complaint filed therein.
within ten days exclusive of the day of SER
vice) after the service on you of Ibis sum-
mons--if served within this county; or, If
served out OF this county, but in this District.
within twenty days. otherwise, within forty
days or Judgment by default will be taken
against YOU according to the prayer of said
complaint.
The said action is brought to obtain de-
cree of This Court dissnving the bands of
matrimony between plaintiff and defendant
and for costs of suit. Reference is had TO
complaint for particulars.
And you are hereby notified, that If you
iail to appear and answer the said complaint
as above required, the said plaintiff will
cause your default to be entered and will APP
ply to the Court for the relief demanded in
complaint.
-O Given under my hand and the Seal
(sr.r of the District Court OF the Seven
| teenth Judicial District ot the State
49, ofCalfornia, in aud for the county
of Los Angeles, this 10Th day of January, in
the year of our Lord one thousand eight hun
A.w, POTTS, Clerk.
BY c. w. GOULD, Deputy Clerk.
Il. NJ. Widney, Attorney for Plaintiff.