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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

ALLEGED POISONING CASE Nancy Dill
lard, IL coiorcd woman, was before acting May
or Evans, on Thursday last, charged with
poisoning an infant child about three years old,
which had been left temporarily in her charge.
The evidence adduced proved that the child
had taken piece Of bread which had been sent
to Nancy, and which she had laid near the fire
70 keep warm, and this so enrage1 the wo-
man that she gave the child u dose OF salt and
water, as an enetic, determined, as she said.
that it should not derive any benefit from the
Bread During the evening of this occurrence
the child died, and its parents brought charges
against the woman for poisoning it. His honor
dismissed tile case. The prisoner was repre-
sented by j. Fred. Elllnger. and the Common
stealth by MAI Elder.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

The NEW TAX ORDNANCE following
changes were made in the TAX ordinance for
the year ending, April 30th, 1877.
The most important is that taxes on LICENSES
shall 90 into the hands of the Treasurer and
be collected by Him ON or before the first day
of May, instead of the 10Th of May, as in the
old ordinance.
! Upon every collateral Inheritance there shall
be tax of six per centu;n on the amount Of
value thereof, to 1e~collected by the city Treas
nrer, as provided by the Revenue laws of the
State fos State Purposes.
l. On every License to keep Bowling Saloon,
the specific tax Shall be one hundred dollars
fer one tyo alleys. and an additional tax of
sixty dollars for each alley exceeding two
The tax olbBagatele table was reduced to
twenty dollars for each table.
The specific taY OH an erratic Spinner or
fDevil among the Tailors,'' was fixed at TWEEN
ty dolals~
The specific tax ON a Hobby Horse machine,
or ''Merry-g o-round," was fixed at ten dollars.
On Circus or Acnagerie, whether combined
Or separate the tax shall be $50 for the first per-
lOfIHdllCC anu SlZ lOT citciI AtNltIOual pc.IOF-
nance, if exhibited in the city o. within one
mile OF the city.
The license tax on Jackasses was reduced to
$40. rre
The tax OH Livery Stables was fixed at $50
with an additional tax of so cents OH each stall.
BY this change, the tax OF S. on each carriage,
&C., is dispensed with
On the market value of every share of stock,
held or owned by any person, resident or nom
resident of the city. in any Bank or Banking
Association doing business in the city, the tax
was fixed at 81 on each hundred dollars value
thereof.
In each case where the Colleetor OF taxes
was mentioned in The gid ordinance. the city
Treasurer was substituted u the new, =
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

Mr.. Charles II. Smith, Democratic -Jolrnat
Clerk Of the House Of Representatives, had
sent out his circular as pension bapker nn,s
solicitor, and is to be investigated ...1nothry
prominent Officer Of the House, nasEe not CIV
ell, is also uHtler suspicion, a:tlwiN De investi-
gated. The ligatnin. seems to be striking ali
around. :.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20
Deaths..

On the 18th inst of pneumonia. at the residence
of his father South River i'll this county S. McD.
Hunter.
On the 2sth OF March. neaS. shepherdstown. Of
dropsy Major Jacob kinehart. In tile 18th year Of
his age
On the 2eth Of March, in Alberparle county, David
n. Wood, aged 81. Major Wood was a native OF
Frederick county, and son OF the late Wm|:" GOD,
of Back creek.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20
: M07'7'g0des.

Near wayneSboro'. Va, George w. Dnsanherry
and Miss Sarah C. Edwards, daughter Of Fleming +
Edwards. 3. ~
On the 9th inat near Charchville, Georgeaw. Lfv-
lex and MISS Fannie f. Wagner. daughter OF Geo
Wagner 49,.
On the 9th inst, near Cotanbia Furnace. by ftev.
j. w Hausenfluck, Samuel Carrier and Miss Virgin.
ia Miller, all of Shenandoah county ~
On the highway. in Summers coaaty. W Va on
the goth OF March. Robert w. Saunders, jagged a.
and Mrs C. A, v. Heating. Jagged % yearsf
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

Ice CREAM.-Capt. w. j. Turner. the coul :
.teous manager OF J. r. Hawkins Confectiona-
ny, is now furnishing the most delicious Ice
: Cream, of all the fayorite tlayors. His reeep-
tion room is 'tastefully fixed up, and is Il fa-
write resort for the ladies.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20
! just received. a fresh supply of DAT NEAL,
at Tyree's Drug Store.

The EASTER FESTIVAL of the children OF
the Episcopal Sabbath School was held in the
old school house OH Tuesday evening last.
Tables were ladcned with every conceivable
dainty, and the room handsomely decorated.
OF course the little ones were delighted, as
were also the larger ones.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

MEETING OF THE BOARD OF VISITORS OF
THE D. d. & B. INSTITUTIONAL meeting
of the Board of Visitor of The D. d. & B. H.
stitution was held Oh last Thursday, aKof the
members being present except CO... .Eubank
and DR.. Hcnkle. There was no business of
Importance transacted except thorough ex-
animation of .!.e new building, which was ap-
proved,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

READY MADE CLOTHING.-The ~afTtlg
styles of clothing now on exhibition atSbe
old established house of J. W. Abby, are very
attractive and going rapidly. His goods pre-
exactly as represented. and all who PURCHASE
of him can rest assured OF the fact. CalFearly
and make your selections.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20
ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES

PERSONAL Mayor Robt. G. Biekle and
wife returned Iiossc from the South last Friday
evening. Mr.. B. is looking as Male and hearty
as usual.
The Governor has appointed Hon. A. H. Il.
Stuart, 2 member of the Board of Visitors of
the University of Va.
lno. w. Harris, Esq. so favorably known in
this city, is now on the editorial staff of the
Indianapolis Sentinel, the leading democratic
daily Of Indiana. He is brilliant and forci-
Die writer. possessing asfund of quaint humor,
while his wit and cutting irony are inimitable
Prof. j. C. Engelbreeht, of Frederick City,
Nd. formerly Professor OF music at the Vir
ginia Female Institute, is on visit to his old
friends in this city. s'l eE
Moses P. Handy, Esq, Of the Richmond En-
quirer, passed through the city Monday even
ing. He has been on visit to his father, the
Rev. DR.. l. w. K. Handy, pastor Of che Old
Stone Church. &aeUE
d. C. McGuffin, Esq, teller of the Augusta
National Bank, has been quite unwell for some
days and1s row confined to his room
Rev. John W. Hedges, pastor of the 4th
Street Methodist Church, Washington, is in
the city, the guest OF Fl. Risk, Esq.
.. Alta Centennial exhibition held in Danvillc,
New York, on the Both of March, at which
booths were erected to represent the thirteen
original States. the Virginia booth was orna-
nented with a life size portrait of Naj- N. II.
Hotchkiss. M
Judge Mclaughlin returned from his High
land Court on Tuesday last, and was In the
city Wednesday.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

W, r. Tyrce has just received q large lot of
fresl, flower and garden seeds, from the wide
" known and responsible growers. His stock
is of the best quality, and every package is
warranted.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20
CITY TREASURER. !.

FELLOW CITIZENS II most respectfully announce
myself candidate and solicit your suffrage for re-
will in the future in the past: devote my eDti'.
time and attention to the discharscof the duti OF
the Office, HEBHR hi 3.
apl 6-tde-Vind copy
RESP ectfully announce myself a candidate.for ha
Office of Ctv Treasurer and in making this aA
nouncement beg to say to my friends thaf after
serving you for FIVE years Treasurer. WAS forced
by stress OF circumstances trust you ap-
preciated-to resign. The reasons for my resSna-
ton are removed and if elected intend TO de-
vote my ENTIRE TIME AND ATTENTION to the duties OF
the office. Respectfully,
apl 6-tde JOHN NJ. CARROLL.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

DEATH OF AN AUGUSTA Boy. William
Wright. son Of J. w. Wright, deceased, for
mcrly of Waynesboro', in this county, was
killed by Indians, at Fort Fetternlan. Wyoming
Territory, about three we, ks ago. His father
was gallant officer of the Fifty-Second WI
giEia Regiment. and was killed at Cross Keys,
Rockingham county
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

YE OLD Folks CoNCERT.-Don't fail to
secure seats for tue Old Folks Concert which
,coiaes eff to morrow night at the Institution.
srhere will be general rush, as the cntertaii-
snen; promises to- be very superior.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

SHEEP KILLED BY DoGs.-On Thursday
night last, dogs got into the sheep-fold of Mr..
c. Z. Craw ford, and killed and wounded TWEEN
ty fine, bloodcd sheep, valued at S. each. The
flock was OH the old home place at the time.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

FATAL ACCIDENT.-Jeff. D. Gessener,
youth of about fifteen years of age, was killed
some days ago, at Midway, in this couaty, oy
sthc upsetting of Il cart. He was liisenstole
when found.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

Alderman & Co. are Offering their large and
elegant stock Of dry goods. notions &c.s wfi'ch
they are now receiving, at the lowest cash
prices. Persons in need offspring goods should
call. before all the choice patterns are sold.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

THE NJ. E. CHURCH, near Striblng Springs,
in this county, Rev. G. Ii. Thompson pastor,
will be dedicated Sunday, May the 2sth. Ser
vices will commence at IL O'Clock, AM, by
$. Richardson, p. E., and j. S. Wicklim, OF
West Va. The public generally are invited to
attend.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

7 PEARMAN still continues to sell his VeXeta-
ibles, such as KALE, ONIONS &c LETrUCY
also SIIAD and BUNCH FISH, at remarkably
low prices.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

l only make mention, when Fish and vege-
tables are scarce, to convince you, that scarcity
elou't make any change in the business OF
~ WALTER S. STUFF.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

G. A. Richardson sells the best flour Tor fam
lily use. Z cry barrel warranted and deliver
I'D free of charge.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

Mcssrs Isaac Witt & Bro, are in receipt of
their spring stock of dry goods, notions. etc.
This well known house has \ wide reputation
i'll AHglasta and adjoining counties for fair deal
ing, low prices and good goods, and the stock
NOW onexlib lion will abllndautly sustain it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

Just what have long ago said! Tha~fkcn
Shad and Vegetables are scarce, only w. S.
,Stutz can get them. 1t mag seem strange, but
it is So
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

c. A. Richardson keeps q full line OF Con-
fcctionaries-c andes, cakes, nuts, hgs, prunes.
oranges, lemons, &c,-for sale cheap.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

3 Tho mail for Laurel Hill Postoffce viii now
be furnished three times week from te'oiia
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

C. A. Richardson keeps for sale a general
assortment of family supplies of tile best quail
jty, all sold at the lowest cash rates and de-
1ivcrcd free OF charge. -
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

Shad was very scarce on Saturday last-al-
though but few were received III Stanntof'.
WA ter S. Stutz had Il plenty.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

G. A. Richardson has large stock of staple
and fancy groceries, which he will sell at the
lowest cash rates.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

G. A. Richardson seil5 the cheapest Grocer
les at the lowest cash rates.
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a3.S3i 10

The congregation has given to the causes
named as follows: Sustentatior, $52.7O; Evan
gelist;c snnd, s55.s2; Invalid fund, .04; For
eign Missions. s232.31; Education, S6s SO; Pub
lication. $45.42; Presbytcrial, 500; Miscellanc-
ous, 1854. The contributions of the Sunday
School for the year amounted to $2I6.62.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20
-Anm0as7, cen2e9ets.
Election Day, Thursday. May a5th,e 1879
CITY ATTORNEY.

To THE VOTERS or srAliNToN II it Shall be your
pleasur. to re-elect me to the office Of Common
wealths Attorney. it shall be my endeayor i'll the
future as it has been in the past, TO discharge with
the utmost fidelity the duties which pertain to tina
place
apl Is tide TEoS, Y. ELDER,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

Beautiful Flowers are in demand-such as
those received by W. S. Stutz.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

No humbug Or silly blowing about Pearman's
choice FISH ami VEGETABLES, our word
for it, you will get good bargains,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

We can safely say that Pcarman's is tho
place to get the cheapest and best SHAD OF
.the Season.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

Only one barrel of Salad IN the market Tuesr
day, and to be certain, Walter s. Stutz got it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20
LOCAL..
Arrival and Departure.

HTrlVaI anu UoE1lIV1o'
CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO TRAIN.-From the East, ar
riyes of 4.5 n m Leaves for the West at 52o p III
and leaves for the East at 1888, a. NJ
Mail Closes az 9:45 a. m and $3.50 r. m
VALLEY RAILRoAD.-Mal Train arrives at 54a
m aud leaves at 1880 a. M Freight train Win pas
senger arrives at 945 a. NJ andieaVes at 400 y "
Mail Closes at $50 a. m
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ADVERTISED LETTERS. APRIL. 30. lsze

LA DIES. -
Airs. miss Fannie Grawn, mi Andersen
Austin, miss Maggie Goodies mrs
Barhnr mrs Eliza HouSeman, miss Emma
ration hrs Louisa Henderson. miss Bette II
Pe.ks mrs Mary HILL mrs Elizabeth
Burk miss Mary johnson, mrs Amanda
Carper, Bell JonnSot, Alss Hnilia
Cnurchlnan, Sarah. eel Mcpowell. mrs PoitY
Syraft m rs Caroline Plante mrs Margaret
Gnfgmnn miss Mamie Raymond. mrs Louisa
Carcofe miss Kate Il M, hrs Detlic
DicI arson mrs Susan Tyler, mrs Mary
Davis mrs Maggie walsh, mrs Mary
CENT?. EMEN.
Ranks. Alfred johnson, Step! on
Brown John Henry klng,
Railes. mrs q Llewellyn, Carrie
Butler Thos Lye. u
Beech. VIM naIsh. w
| Calwell. James rreteIn, 'c M.,aan
Corners, Dennis ftanAoph, Aelsuu
S Srr Rott Stabbns. DIR q
Coffman Thomas Sneed In n NJ
Green, VIM veSSen, Ao,,,pnn.
Herndon. Joseph Williams, Weilsny
Eowson John Wilson, John u
The above Iatsrs If not called for within thirty days
will be sent to the dead letter office PERSONS caas
W. '"e'-' w. s. NJ. TOST. P. NJ.
Jnmailable letters remaining in the P. o., stanton
Va, April 90. 1873.
Bethuel Herring Long Dale, va; Mrs G. r. Ma
son. Swoope.s DeDok. VA; Mes. Cairy Smith. Har-
vey Hlll, Massachusetts,
John Cummings: u student at the University
Of Virginia, from Abingdon, Va.. eoInnatteel
suicide on Monday last by shooting himself
seyera, tines with pistol. Mental alGsra-
ton is the ou5y>eagsa assigned.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

Candy Wholesale to MERCHANTS ut Baltimore
prices, ut j. Z. Gr:llllin's.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

G. A. Richardson delivers all goods free of
charge.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

REAL ESTATE SALEs.-The following sales
were made Oh last Saturday evening, by p. NJ.
Cushing, allctionecr: The Stone Building adj
joining the Spectator Office, by Messrs. Manzy,
Craig & Fultz, com'rs, to Messrs. Hagar 4 Co.,
for $4,000. This property fronts about 80 feet
on Augusta street.
The Mrs. McCutcl,en house and lot nearly
opposite the old Valley Hotel was bought by
Mr.. Robt X. Rice for 5000. Sold by the trus-
tees of the Young Mems building Association.
REPORT OF THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH.-Thc report of the First Presbyteri
All Church, as made by the pastor, w. E. Ba-
ker. up to the 1st of April, shows that during
the year embraced in the report, 20 members
were received into the church on profession of
faith, and 10 Oh certificate, and II infants bap=
tized. The communicates on the church roll
number 3G2 and the Sabbath Schools, 524.-
The officers consist of IL elders and deacons.
The interest on the church debt was paid,
ssa the principal reduced s577.s2 leaving the
balance due s9,25s.16.
The following is the financial statement of
the church:
RECEIPTS.
For pew 2.427 SO
For weekly collection, which does not
include special collections, ............ 742 10
The june offering ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 1869 96
$3.50 IS
EXPENSES.
For current expenses. Csc Is
Forimprovements..... 644 SO
PASTORS Salary 2 600 90
Interest on debt. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 500 90
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Queen CITY Twist, 80 cts, atJ. e. Grahssn's-
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pearman and his sHAD. Augusta street.
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ESTIMATED RESOURCES AND EXPENDI-
TUREs OF THE CITY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDING APRIL BOTH, lS77.-Under the new
tax Ordinance. reported by the Finance Com
mittee to the City Council on last Tuesday
night, the Resources and Expenditures for the
next fiscal year are estimated as follows:
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CLERK OF THE HJsrINas COURT,

CLERK OF THE HJSTINGS COURT,
hereby announce myself candidate for CLBRE
OF THE HASTINGS COURT OF the city Of Sfaunton. 1
have had TEN Years experience as Deputy clerk OF
Court of similar jurisdiction, ana refer 10 the
Staunton Bar for qualifications - .
Respectfully solicit the support OF my 1eiow cit
liens Of Staunton r. d. RYAN,
CITY CLERK.
To THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF STAuNTos :-Gentle-
men-T hereby announce myself a candidate for re-
ings for the City Of Stanton. Having DEVOTED mora
than quarter If century TO the duties or the Of
Hce and grown gray in yoar SERVICE, trust IT Will
he your pleasure to fe-elcct me-pleaGinE myself, "
elected to discharge the duties OF the oIhce alths
fully and impartally--with the aid OF Mr.. Argtai.
bright. =
apl Slide tx. JAMES r. PATTERSON:
CITY SERGEANT.
To iuE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF SrAUST1S 81 here
by announce myself indicate for the ONCE or
City Sergeant. Having discharged the duties o. tue
hope it will be your pleasure to elect me and u
elected, i pledge my3elf to discharge the duties OF
the office promptly, faithfully, and impartiatiy
aplT-tde =" WM'D HcSNEl-s.
herewith announce myself candidate Tor the
office Of City Sergeant. Election 25th 81 May
apl 6-tde JOHN L fHlTcHHHp.
To THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF STArSToN:+@E i,ern:
City Sergeant II. .ktsK,
apl e-tde ~ 20. n %5sss.
COMMISSIONER OF FfiE REyENUE
70 THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF ST ApSToN =-Gentle-
men-I respectfully announce myself canddata
Revenue. should it be your pleasure to re elect me-
will DISCHARGE the duties Of the Office 10 the hest
OF icy ability. Respectfully, j: - "a
apl Side GEO. II: figl,aoS.
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One Price SYatexa !!

Acting upon the principle that orIcK SALES FoH
THE CASH AT SMALL PROFIT is much better thar
large sales on credit, because under this system !
can do larger business WHICH not only pays best,
but also confers a PEcrNIARY benefit UPON. my russ
toner's thereby enabling them to purchase FIRST
CnAss goods at more reasonable rates.
MY PRICES ARE POSITIVELY FIXED AM STA
TED IN FIGURES on EACH ARTICLE.
Is Acou A1STAscEs and STRANGERS are treated CT,
actly alike.
We guarantee value received for every dollars
worth Of goods sold, and will in every case refund
the money when customers are not pleased and Viii
return the goods UN1SJCRED WITHIN 10 DAYS. p.
My stock is the largest have everEad Gt',.
FIRsT-CEAss Goops FROM FIRsT HANDS. composed
of Dry Goods. Dress Goods, White Goods. Embroid-
cry Notions, Jewelry, Boots. Shoes Hats, Caps snd
MII,IIN-ERYS
l will issue in few days itenlized price list
which every should keep fer reference BY con,
sulting it You will learn the PRICES. thereby enabling
you to purchase goods ut their FAIR CASH vALtE-
Buy for cash, from sash house. and Fnu will save
the enormous profit put ON goods ut credit hopscs
to MAKE UR FOR BAD DEBTS, s44s'-e
Look out for the LIST. but in the meantiI4e.
call and examine my stock aud @ convinced. \.
Thankful for past fayprs, await ain carly cali
with some inpatience.
Very Respectfully
an, so-tf J. W. NEWTON.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

At the Young Mems Prayer Meeting OF staunton
BAPTIST Church, on Friday night the 18th inst, the
following resolutions were on motion. unanimously
adopted:
Resolred l. That we gratefully recognize the good
work that is being done by the Temperance organi.
temperance deserves and needs the staunch friend
ship OF all Christian people and especially OF Chris
tain Young men, we assure these organizations Of our
war1est Sympathy in their work, and pledge earnest
prayer and faithful efforts for their advancement.
m uncated to each OF tho Temperance bodies OF our
city.
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WEST AUGUSTA LODGE, No. IS, 1. O. G. T..
knr;1 Qfb 1919

WEST AUGUSTA LODGE, No; IS, I; 9: G. T.,
To the Members Of the Young Mems Prayer Meeting:
BRETHREN Il am instructed by my Lodge to re-
turn to you heartfelt thanks for the kind words
of encouragement as communicated by your res
olutions of the 18th inst.
We recognize the truth Of the sentiment so pleas
antly expressed ns to the need OF the 1rlehdshlp:
of our noble work Especially do we need the active
corporation OF all christian men, and we nope we
may ere long all OF you and all christian people
actively at work in our organizations
Again thanking you for the manifestation OF your
interest in our work and for your prayers and
ol'f- 's''' i am, fraternally yours,
Sec. W. A. L.. l. o. G. /.
M1zpAu LODGE. I. O. q. T.. I
April 10, 1876. :
To the Young Me, ohe Baptist Church Prayer Meeting;
CHRISTIAN FRIENDs:-At regular meeting OF Miz:
res buttons were unanimously adopted
Resolred, l. That we have received with feelings
OF the velest gratitude the resolutions OF Chris
tan sym pathy on the part OF the young mex Of the
Baptist church prayer-meeting; and hail with de-
light the knowledge OF the tact that our EFFORTS for
the good of our fellow man have place Ill their
Rssolred g. That while it strengthens and cncour-
ages US to that our brothers in Christ are pray
ing tor MS, yet need the active cooperation OF
Christian young men, and therefore cordially and ear
nes.ly invite the young men OF tt Baptist Church
Experimenting, and all Christian people. to come
and join band Of brothers and help Us on to that
glorious yictGDy which we trust under the blessing
OF God, is in the near future
Rssolue! g. That the resolutions from tho young
men OF the Baptist chupeh prayes.meetng be spread
ary of the Lodge send copy OF these resolutions 10
the chaiyman Of the prayer meeting association
In discharging the pleasant duty assigned me ln
the above reSolutjIpS am j..
Yours fraternaliJ,
:, 7 ,,lrr,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-04-20

Judge Mclaughlin returned from his High
land Court on Tuesday last. and was In the
city "Wednesday.