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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1876-03-16
NORTH AND SOUrH RlvER ROUTE!
Chicago, Dubuque & Minnesota and
Chicago, Clinton e. Dubuque Roads.

St. Paul to st. Louis, Via. winona, Lacrosse, Nc
Greror Dubuque, CliRton and Rock leland.
CONNECTING AT DUBUQUE with the Illinois
Central Railroad for Gaens, Freeport, Rockford and
all other points from Dunleith 20 Cairo.
CONNECTING AT CLINTON with the Chicago &
Northwestern Railroad for Sterling, Dixon, Rochelle,
Chicago and all points East; also for Cedar Rapids.
Marshall, Boone, Council Bluffs, Omaha and Caiifor-
mia
CONNECTING AT STERLING with Rockford,
Rock Island st. Loais Railroad for Rock Island,
Davenport Burlington, Keokuk Quincy,
st, Joseph. Atchison, Topeka Lssyenwertn. Fort
Scott Hannibal Kansas City st. Louis and all points
ia Kansas Colorado and Texas.
TIME CARD G d. g. NJ. and G. G. & D. r. r.
PASSENGER TRAINS GOING NORTH.
AIR BRAKES, MILLER PLATFORM and PULL
MAN PALACE CARS c. V. MCKINLEY.
General Ticket Agent Dubuque, Iowa.
G. HARRIS.
Gsnsrsl SBPt., Dubuque, Iowa. Tyr
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1876-03-16
Legal Advertisements.
INSTANTANEOUS.

In Probate-Grant County Court In the matter OF
the Estate Of Peter Rixon, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Herman
Grimm, executor of the estate of Peter
Rxon, deceased. representing among other thing
that he has fully administered said estate and prays
ing that time and place be ixed for examining aud
allowing his account of his administration.
tits ordered that said account be examined by the
Judge of this Court Monday, the I'd day of April
1876, next ensuing at o'clock in the afternoon al
the Probate Office at Lancaster, in said county
And IL is further ordered that notice thereof be
given 20 ali persons interested by publishing copy
of this order for taree successive weeks said
day OF hearing. in the Grant County Herald weekly
newspaper. printed aud published at Lancaster, In
said county. BY the Court,
VIM. McdoNI iAL, County Judge.
Dated at Lancaster, the 9th day of March. A. u
1876 62wS
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1876-03-16

wv ell II you are about done laugh
in LII tell you what / did about il
| thought bit, aud then | up and
sent it off TO Mehitable.'
'You know it said answer this and
she knowed his writin just as we'll as
any of u.s.
Il knew he 5adn'. no kind of an
idea how much Mehitsble did really
care for him, and 'al's fair 10 love,
you know
what she could possibly see in
the gawk was more than | could
tell. But she did care for him. so
that was enough for me. First, |
got your grandfather to go and tell
him that he and | were to be married
and he and Mehitable must stand up
with us
Il knew very well he wasn't the
sort of fellow to break his heart for
any girl when he knew for certain be
would never get her.
'Mehitable gets the valentine all
right and comes over and asks me
what she should say in answer
Says /, write just what you feel
about it.
But / never knew before that
John liked me- says she.'
Il guess he was kind OF basbful,'
says /.
But we have told him that he's to
stand up with you at our weddin'
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

IfARRISoNBU .G.-The 22A was celebrat cd
in Harrisonbur, by a temperance demon=tra-
ion. There wers three hundred persons with
regalas on in the procession which assembled
IN the Court House, AID were addressed by
Rev. DR.. Roszell and others. The Doctors
address was peculiar to himself. at times ccr-
vulsing his audience with laughter. He sail
''that when he became Governor Of Virginia,
and there was no reason why lie should not, as
he belonged to the F. r. VS., that he wo,llL is
sue proclamation that the drlnkard maker
should be removed from the State, tied to
jackass' tail, and If he returned within the
limits Of the commonwealth, he would not
hang him, but the first Yankee peddlar that
passed along with dog lie would trade him TO
the pcddlar for his dog and then hang the dog"
VIRGINIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE
NJ. +. CHURcH.-Thc Virginia Annual Con-
ference of the NJ. E. Church, North, met in the
NJ. E. church, in Alexandria. on the morning
OF the 23rd Inst. at 8 o'c ock.
Bishop Bowman presides, and the officers OF
the conference are as follows: Rev. james $.
Boyer, Secretary; Rev. John p. Otis, Assist
ant Secretary. There are forty-onc ministers
OF the roll. The missionary sermon will be
preached by Rev J. S. Wicklinc, or his al
ternatc. Rev. j. W. Rumsburg. The follow
ing dist, lets compose the conference:
Richmond District-2, 200 members, 10 local
preachers, % churches valued at 81 900, seven
parsonages valued at sl2,500, % schools 265
teachers and 1850 children.
Rockingham District, 800 mgmhers. II
local preachers, 43 churches, valued at $50 300;
parsonages, at 81, 800; % Schools 239 teachers,
and 1900 children.
Abingdon District-4,000 members. 50 local
preachers, 81 churches, valued at $4,000; par
sonage, a, $50; AZ schools, with 1890 chill
,lren. Rev. E. z. Phelps, who entered the
ministry in 1885, is the senior preacher of the
conference,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

ulation OF the city would not number less than
5000. West Of the cemetery, four or five hun
dred yards, there is a collection of buildings
hill, also. on the Mi,l'llcbrook, Waynesbor.'
and Greenvlle roads. In fact all around the
present limits, new dwellings have been erected,
ard occupied. in many instances, 10 doubt, to
escape the city tax. This accounts for the few
vacant houses in the city.
There seems to be disposition oil the part
OF many renters to purchase lots aud erect
small buildings on the outer grounds Of tie
city, and avoid the high rents that have been
heretofore demanded for dwellings closer to
tie business ceutre.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

LEAP YEAR BALL AT kALoRAMA.-Junior
society was all in a tiutter last week over the
announcement that the better half OF the
s'rcrpschorcan Club" termed by the lralicions
the ''T. B. T's,' was preparing to give leap
year ball at Kalorama. the residence OF Mr.. ID.
C. McGnffin, on Friday night. Knt is Of young
ladies could be seen in various stores and on
the street corners, inlustriousy whispering to
each other and looking extremely mathemat-
ical and wise as they counted the probable
cost of carriages, music. ETC.. and rcckcned up
how much clear candy would be lost, Willie the
young men were noticed to assume Il smile of
ineffable complacency, as full comprehension
of the blessings of q leap year dawned upon
their obtusc understandings, and conse-
qn"ntial dclyerance from impending bank
raptcy was thus unexpectedly held out to them.
Had the prayers of the wicked availcd, the
earth wonld have been delayed oil Friday
night for the last one Of the sinners prayed
for rain, rain, so that the livery bills, in Ill
their greatness. mighG be visited upon the
young ladies. Bus the night was clear, AID
while few ordered carriages and called at the
iSouthSCS Va thS ycNiiS sHN'A IVY WIN ~
escort, the majority quietly tuggged their fellow
under the shadow Of their wing, aud as they
stepped lightly along the streets, spoke elo-
quently of the bliss of moonlight promenades.
Upon entering the spacious nall OF kaln-
rama, the most careless observer could notice
the changed condition Of affairs. The pre-
negatives usurped by the ladies, most willingly
hxyt n
ease and grace which proved that the mantle
had fallen on wortllier shoulders than it usual
ly adorned. The beaux of the occasion were so
attentive that the slightest desire OF their charges
was half anticipated, and Immediately elati-
fled, and iG was only necessary to ntinate that
| a glass Of water would be acceptable, or that
your handkerchief had dropped. to insure half
dozen handsome gallants, willing and waiting
to render the necaful services. 1t is surprising
to see how much waiting on the most delicate
! Young man can undergo, and how naturally
he initiates those sly. little feminine vagaries
which sad experience has taught him nc
promoters OF piety. But not qurmnr was
heard as every duty was smilingly and skiIlful-
ly performed by the courteous escort, though
she d. ubtless recorded vow to square the
| books on some future occasion.
| In the ballroom the airs assumed by the gen.
tlemen were overpowering. but here the honors
were easy. for one entire side of the wall was
allotted to tire exhibition of s.wallNowers, .
among ''whom few cared to be which,
The costuming was elaborate, but for fear Of
making those beautiful, hnshing youths vain
we forbear a description. 1t will require every
| eXertion on the part Of the ..German Club, .
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24
Dentb.s.

At Buffalo Gap. OF consumption Mrs. Ella Y. Rip
pstoe-formcry Miss Stafford. Of this city-aged 81
years, Ii months, and IL days.
At Lewisburg. on the 18th inst. Mrs. Rebccca
Nc Ehenny, relict of the late DIR. John McElhcnny.
aged 80 years, II months and Is davs.
On the goth 2nst in Stanton. Helen Croghan. aged
Is years and months, daughter of Daniel croghaA-
Fold the hands across her hcsom.
Smooth the hair from of her brow;
Weep no more for little Helena.
She is only sleeping now.
Only sleeping to awaken
In the Paradise OF love:
Then why mourn her? for Well meet hoy
Round the throne OF God above.
One sweet flower was littla Helena,
Ever full of life and mirth
But too rare and fair treasure
10 remain wi til us on earth
SO at morning came the angels
Whispering softly Helena, comet
Thou art wanted by the saviour
gopraiSe Him in HIS heavenly hons.
NJ. H.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24
MARRIAGES.

man and Miss Delilah Hairless, all OF Rockbr.dge.
On the 18th inst. in stauilton. Alexander Hum
phrey and Miss Lille Manly. daughter Of Berry
Manly.
On ire 18th inst. at Greenvillc, DR.. T. Van Lear
Davis to Miss Sallie r. Browniee, daughter OF John
Brownlee. Esq,
On the 18th inst. near Mt.Sdner. Mr.. Ananias J..
Moomaw. OF Morgan county Mo, to Miss Nancy +.
CARRIER daughter Of Rev. A, d. Gsrber
On the 10th inst in Tfarrisonburg, W., Prof. W..
q. Richardson, Of Cenralunversity, KY. and Mrs
Ann H. McAfee. OF karisonbufg.
On the stt inst. near Forestylie. Mr.. John C.
Humbert, of Augusta county to Miss Kate B. Wine.
daughter OF Rev. Jacob Wine, OF Shenandoah county
Va
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24


DRAMATIC ENTERTAINMENT AT NEW
HoPE.-The dramatic ell tertaiment given last
week, was, in all repecfs. a rare success. The
church in which the performance t@ok place was
completely filled long before the appointed
hour, by persons from far and near. eager to
enjoy an intellectual feast they well knew that
New Hope alone was 20 capable of giving
D"rihg the plays. mIrnurs of delight could be
heard all over the house, and competent judges
declared that they had never seen some of the
acting exceled. The audience could not re-
fraln from showing their appreciation Of so fine
an exhibition OK theatrical talent, and contin
ued to make most boisterous demonstrations
though frequently reminded that they we're in
the house of Cod. While all of the characters
were we'll sustained, some of them were strik-
ingly so. The Queen, in "Queen Esther''
played by Miss N. r. s., a beautiful blonde of
the fairest type. was admirably acted. Her
ease of manner and perfect noncfialance seem
to be innate. Miss d. X. E., played the part of
JcptEa's Daughter with telling effect. TIE
sensation created whenever this actress APP
peared, was striking. She is, and certainly de-
serve ly so, a favoriic Oh the stage. 'Silver
Threads, and Sour Grapes,'' sung by Miss
n. G., i'll sweet aud touching style. were yo-
ciferously enc0red. Boston could easily select
All actress from this quiet little village to take
Charlotte Cusmap's place. We think the stage
reputation enjoyed by the New Hope ANA
teSrs is greatly due to their own merit. We are
Not aole to give tic amount Of receipts,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24
Staunton Market, Feb. Fl.
CORRECTED WEEKLY By p. B. Hoal
WHCLEs ALE PRICES.

BALTIMORE CATTLE MARKET Feb. IT. l676.-Prices
to-day for Cattle ranged follows Best Beeves
at sa$s 75 generally rated first quality at 0oas6 ~
thin Steers. oxen and Cows at G0a$5 IS general av
eragc of the market to-day a 50 extreme range Of
prices OoaSs IS Most OF the sales were from 4l5 to-
IS % per lG0 pounds
Cows-We quote Mich Cows at Ss5a$45 per head
SHEEP AND LAMBs.--We quote Sheep at 4s5kc. peg
n gross Stock Sheep 00aS3 rs per head Lau.ls 81
So IS per head, as to quality
HoGs.-We quote at 0nas9 IS net.
ALEXANDRIA CATTLE MARKET, Feb 17.-Beef Cattle
$780, extra SIS 23 Sheep Sc al Lambs 2.50a$ Ice
head Hogs a SO per 100 lbs, and Cows and Calves
25is50
GEORGETOWN CATTLE MARKET. Feb. l7-Saea of
Cattle at GOa6 so Sheep to SC. per F. gross; Lands
Is to a4.0n per head. Hogs from as 9. Cows and
Calves 20a$50.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

GOOD TEMPLARs. - There are now two
lodges of Good Templars hcre-West An
xusta Lodge No. %. and Mizpah Lodge No. 16,
(the latter recently organizcd). There are be-
ing many new members added to each at all its
recsat meetings; during the past week twenty
five were initiated in Mizpah Lodge, and fifteen
in West Augusta Lodge. Mizpah, the new
Lodge, meets on Thursday nights, and West
Augusta Lodge holds its meetings Oh Saturday
nights. On every Sunday afternoon, very i'll
tcrcsting and effective temperance prayer
meetings are held.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24
N0rEet3.

Our market is improving, -four ana grain In bet
ter demand and selling at advance on cur last
quotations. Glover seod in demand and bringing
good prices Country Bscon and Lard sailing at our
quotations. Prime Butter in demand, Eggs plenti-
full at decline in price. Live and dressed poultry
selling at fair prices and in good demand. Small
duets generally selling we'll. with ready sale for ali
that is offered.
c. A. RICHARDSON,
Grocer and Produce Dealer.
cornar Of Main and Augusta Sr6ets.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

Glenn & Co. have taken ont license as Bill
Posters and have their boards conveniently To-
Gated in the city. 1t is the law now to have
bills posted by regularly licensed parties, and
those having s:ich work to do. will find the
young men engaged in it accommodating and
moderate in prices.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

We direct attention to the advertisement
'.For Rent in to days issue. The property
in question is very desirable and convenient
and the furniture proposed to be sold is all of
excellent quality and neatest style. 10 any
one wishing to rent, and at the same time fur
nish the premises with good furniture, at very
cheap cost, real bargain is offered.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

CIRCUIT COURT for Augusta county will
meet the l5tt. of March, There are $50 new
chancery and law cases entered for this term.
1t is desired by Judge Mclaughlin that coun-
sci get in their plain clancery business as
early as possible, as it is probable the term Will
be short.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

18th, in the 53sh year OF her age. She had
been afflicted with cancel for long time, but
the immediate cause of her death was rnen-
monia.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

We must beg the indulgence OF our readers
because Of the scarcity of reading matter this
week. We should have published supple
ment, as usual on such OCCASIONS Out los the
pressure OF job work.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

JUDGE OF THE IIUsTINGs COURT OF STAUN-
ToN.-On the 18th the Legislature CT Virginia
elected Judge J. w. G. Smith, Judge OF the
Hastings Court OF Staunton, fo- six years.
This is Judge Smiths second term, and the fact
that there was opposition to his re election
ia evidence that the duties Ut the position have
been discharged to the satisfaction of one OF the
ablest bars in the Commonwealth.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

r. D. Rullin, colorcd Inc mber of the Legis-
laturc from Dinwit,lie county, has been ex-
peIled from that body by a vote OF So 10 b.
The charge was that he had distracted $40
from first tloor-keeper Crittenden's book, while
being paid his per diem.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

ANOTHER SUsPENsION.-Thc Powhattan
Iron Company, operating on the james river
in Virginia, and Of which Gen. w. f. Bartlett,
Of Massachusetts, is president, has officially no.
titled its creditors OF q suspension of payment
of said Company. They allege as one of the
causes Of their failure, the suspension OF the
rredegar Works at Richmond.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

We publish. on the first page. a letter from
Hon. w. II. II. Stowell. to Hon. James B.
Sener, of Virginia. i'm reference to the ''Immi-
grafton Committee" 1t will be seen by it how
sincere tine "Committee" were for immigra
ton. AS we lave before stated. the object is
some soft place for first-class political fossil.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

Mr.. NJ. P. Funklorser is Offering great bar
gains at his store on Main street, preparatory
to laying in his spring and summer supply
See advertisement.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

"A PLEASANT AFFAIR.-Weddngs in any
commu .ity are occasions of interest and every
bo'iy seems to be on the qui vive, to learn
every thing in connection with the happy pair.
/ who thus leave the lonely scenes of single life
for the inyousness of matrimonial bliss. We
had the pleasure. of attending pleasant and
brilliant affair Oil last Thursday evening in
.. this city. The bride was dressed in rich brown
silk with white drapery, without jewels,
hustle, or pin, back, her toilet being the style
OF fifteen years ago, $50 unlike the dstorting
fas hon of the present day. added to her love-
illness and beauty, both Of which were much
admired by the guests. The groom being of
handsome physique, was atiired in . suit of
black with u white satin vest. The coat had
the appearance Of being about two sizes too
small. which was accounted for. by its being
made fifteen years ago, since which he had in
creased in his dimensions. We have heard of
people getting too large Tor their -. They
looked as though they were mutually pleased,
and in the most graceful manner received the
congratulations Of their friends. The presents
were in many respects braulifnl and elegant.
One article sent seemed of doubtful propriety,
demyohn. but as it was empty and the groom
being Il Jealous Jonadab, it may &c put to good
use in the family in various ways. The refresh
lnent table was handsomely arranged and Gov
cred with all that the most fastidious could
d: sire. 1t was indeed Il pleasant and joyous
time, even the dominic, DR.. Martin, looked
as though he had been we'll remembered.
The fair bride was Mrs. Mary Wade Newton,
and the fortunate groom, one OF our popular
merchants, Maj. J. William Newton, and the
occasion the celebrations OF their crystal we'd
ding, or fifteenth anniversary of their we'd
ded life. May they live to see many such oc-
casions, and in a green old age be gathered rs
ripe shocks to the heavenly garner.
We are indebted to Judge Cochran OF the
Senate, and Speaker Hanger OF the House, for
Legislative documents, for which they Will
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

Rev. S. MARTIN.-Next Sabbath closes the
first Conference year that Rev j. 5. Martin has
had charge of Stauuton Station, NJ. E. Church,
South. During that period. he has labored ar
luously and acceptably for his hearers. and
has been instrumental in accomplishing great
deal of good. His earnest ministry has inn
pressed all with the deep concern he feels for
the people of his pastorate, and the active eX-
ertions of the membership in church work isev-
idence that his labors have not beer in yain.-
During the year Dr.. Mari~ has been asaitll-
GUS in the discharge of the important duties OF
visiting the sick and nfirm. and counseling with
the lukewarm at their residences. He has
been instrumental i'll this way, in stimulating
many to proper appreciation of their duties.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

At Alby's can be gotten the cheapest and
best shirts made. Also. clothing Of every &C.
scription at reduced prices
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24
Johnson-Knight Case.

The Richmond correspondent OF the Alex
andria Gazette OF the 18th, says:
And now the agony is over and johnson is
seated. am heartily glad that the case is fin
ished. trust that my fears Of the evil results
of this action on the part Of the Senate may be
groundless. Aud after all, Gen. johnson
gained his scat by one Republicans vote, that
If Lathrop, that is morally speaking. The vote
was recorded as follows For seating Johnson
SessIs. Clarke, Claughton, Critoher, Daniel,
Dickinson, Eastman Eubank, Fnney, Gayle,
,Iairston, Herndol, Hurt, Lathrop, Lawson,
Marshall. Newberry. Mum, Sinclair, Smith,
Tanner, Wurtani-2l, For senLilis the cleo
ton back to the people-Messrs. Allen, Beaz
ley, bland, Cochran, Dawson, DutfielG, Elliott
Gr"ev.r Grlnsiey, Hinton, Maddox, Penn,
Powell, Quensberry, Slemp, Splitter, Stevens,
Ward, oou-l9. Now it is matter OF some
talk that Nj. Tanner voted at all OH this ma
ter, for it Will be remembered that hir seat is
contested by Starke. and he is said to have
ben elected III tie same election in which john
son WAS presumed t0 have been elected. 1t
vas well known that his fate depended upon
The decision, Of the Senate IN the johnson and
Knight case, for the points involved were al
most iduntically The same in each. And there
fore, " voting to seat johnson Mr. Tanner
roted to seat himself Suppose Ills vote had
,.een left out, TINS would have made johnson
elected Dy IIatilfOp,s vote. a Illuminating con
si,ieraton, certainly 1t must have been to Mr.
Jonuson. And | am not certain that MIR.
Wortilanl, Who voted for Johnson, and who
was-or Is supposed TO have becn-clected in
the same election as johnson, had any right
to vote. Ii there WAS fraud III one case il must
have been III all. for The election was held at
tie same time, and NCriham, Johnson aud
Tanner We're Oh the ticket against Knight.
SEarke aud Holiday Oh the other. | an no
lawyer, but am not certain that even now
johnson is legally elected, at least, l would
prefer that HE Court of Appeals Should decide
that question rather than ltie Senate.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24
SPRING KALE and Fresh Fish can be had
at Pearman's.

Bear in mind, Republicans OF Augusta coun-
ty, that Saturday the 26tll of March is the day
to meet in Staunton, to appoint delegates to
the Lynchburg Convention. Let all who can,
be present.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1876-02-24

We are indebted to our representative in the
Legislature. J. Davis Craig, Esq, for interes-
ino pubic documents.