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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17
Romance in Real Life.

The Cincinnati Gazette gives the following
incident IN real life, which has all the inter-
est that is generally interviewer with the
sensational fictions which TEEN from the
press. 1t further contains lesson to young
men everywhere, in that it shows that even
mental labor is not incompatible with good
character, and that the best way to win con-
fidence is never to despise to earn an honest
living, let your parentage and birth be what
they may. The Gazette says:
The novelist would hardly find more SER
viceablc material for plot than that afford
&c by the Marquis Manfredo LAMA di Mo-
reato Bianco. Slcillan, who was married on
the 10th inst, in St. Thomas Episcopal
Church, New York. to Miss Clara A., daugh-
ter of ex-Surgeon General Hammond. His
family received its highest honors-his father
being a duke-from Philip H., of Spain, and
the young Marquis was a page of the Nea-
politan Court before the overthrow of the
Bourbons by Victor Emmanuel. He fought
very bravely for the failing cause, and being
afterward refused admission to the army Of
United Italy, served in Austria until he con-
cluded to come to this country, about six
years ago. He fully expected to get mill
tary appointment, or employment as an en-
gneer, as he had been thoroughly educated
in those branches. He failed, and to escape
starvation took situation as waiter at Del
monic0's restaurant. His noble bearing at
tracted the attention of the wife of Rev,
Howard Crosby, who was dining there, and
through friend she learned his history.
She recommended him to leading silk inn
porter, who asked for specimen of his
handwriting. 1t was not good, but he OBJ
tanned temporary position, and soon learned
and bookkeeping at CONNER
cial college. He rose rapidly in the estima-
ton Of his employers, and was entrusted
with the entire foreign correspondence Of
the firm. His energy and worth won him
an abundance OF friends, and eventually
wealthy and fashionable bride. The newly
welded pair will live for the present in this
but will probably 60 to Italy at
some future period. The mans willingness
to earn living, however humble, is better
guarantee Of his worth than his titles, and it
is to be hoped that the superstition that
marriages in May are unlucky will not be
verified in this instance.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

THE NEW GAME LAw.-'The act OF As
scmbly passed March 26th, 1877, for the pro-
lection of game, Is very stringent. It for
bids the killing or capturing Of cartridges or
robbins between the 1St day of February
and the LIST day Of November; nor is it law
full at any time to kill, capture, or destroy
the nests OF the thrush, at.bird, red bird,
house-martin, or startling. Waterfowl may
not be killed between the LIST OF April and the
lst Of Sept.-except the wild duck and sora-
nor is it, lawful to kill them except with gun
that can be raised to the shoulder and fired
without rest. Wild turkeys may not be killed
between the 1st OF Feb. and the LIST Oct, and
for six years to come it WILDE unlawful to cap
ture mocking bird, except that persons may
capture them on their own premises for their
own use. 10 buy or sell one will be pun
shed by fine. Deer may not be killed be-
tween the LIST day OF December and the 18th
day of August.
It provides that the act shall be given in
charge by the Grand Jury. at every term of
the court at which regular grand jury
may be empanneled. And it shall be the
duty of the sheriff OF the county or corpora
ton In which the offence is committed to
prosecute the offending party promptly and
vigorously; and in ever case Of wilful failure
to perform this duty, he shall, on complaint
by any person to the county or corporation
Judge, be fined not less that ten dollars nor
more than twenty dollars.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17
The Council.

The Episcopal Council, now in session in
this city, is very fine representative body.
It is composed Of gentlemen distinguished in
theology, law and letters, and embracing a
great diversity in physical appearance as
well as mental attainments. The more inn
portant questions that will engage the atten-
ton Of the Council, will doubtless draw out
some Of the most forceful speakers, and In
vest the proceedings with unusual interest.
The division of the Diocese will be one Of
the prominent subjects Of discussion, and
while there may not be any severe conflict
when it comes to the separate recognition Of
West Virginia, we understand that there may
arise warm dispute if the desires Of the
Southwest are pressed for distinct Diocese.
The election Of a Bishop will also excite an
active interest in the proceedings. We hope
the entire proceedings will be controlled by
a brotherly love, and the work Of the session
be promotive of the great cause for which
the church is organized.
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Deaths.

On the 3rd inst, in Rockingham, of pneumonia,
Isaac Niswander, aged II years, months, II days.
At his residence, In Winchester. on Wednesday,
Mry ed, 1877, Mr.. VIM. H. Pritchard, in the 64th
year OF his age.
On the 29th of April, 1877, Mrs. Sarah Lamp. OF
Frederick county, in the 83d year OF her age.
In Richmond. May 18th, of lock-jaw. John p,
son OF Marshall F. and Matte G. Burton, aged 9
years.
At his residence, on the Middlebrook Road,
miles from Staunton, ON the 18th inst. Mr.. William
Davis, aged IS years, 10 months, and III days.
In Jonesboro Tenn, on last Wednesday even
ing, Mr.. James Dillworth, aged 6O years.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

n. Fl. MAssIE, EsQ.-We are pleased to
learn that the Presentment against this gen.
tleman, which originated out Of the failure
Of the Charlottesville National Bank, OF
which he was president, has been settled by
directions for its dismissal. The circum-
stances which have caused this determjna-
:ton are alike honorable to Mr.. Massie and
to the District Attorney. After thorough
investigation Of the facts and examination Of
the evidence" made by the District Attor-
ney and his assistant, according to the re-
quest Of Mr.. Massie, and under instructions
from the Attorney General Of the United
States, the conclusion was fairly reached
that the further continuance Of the case
would be unjust to Mr.. Massie, aud not re
quired by the public interest. This conclu-
sion Of the District Attorney has been sub
mitted to and fully ratified by the Attorney
General Charlottesville Chronicle.
fCapt W. S. Lurty, Of Harrisonburg, is
the District Attorney for the Western Dis
trict Of Virginia, to whom allusion is above
made
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

A GENEROUS ACT.-During the session OF
the Federal Court at Harrisonburg, last
week, a little negro boy was tried for steal
ing registered letter from the post office at
Charlotte C. H. When the case was called,
no counsel responded for the accused. Col.
Gray, the Marshal, approached Capt. Jno.
Paul, and asked him If he would not defend
the boy as matter Of charity. OF course,
an appeal like that to the generous-hearted
Paul could get none other than an affirma-
tive reply. He then asked J. N. Liggett,
Esq. to assist him, as there had been no time
for preparation. and with equal promptness
Liggett entered himself as gratis counsel.
The trial progressed, and probably the abest
and most tenacious and vigorous defence
ever made in that courthouse was given by
these unpaid lawyers to poor, friendloss
negro boy. The case was very clear one,
however, and after argument for the gov
eminent by the gifted District Attorney,
Capt. Lrlrty, aud Messrs. Paul and Liggett,
and instructions from the Judge, the jury
brought in verdict of guilty. But it was
not certainly for want of stubborn, elo-
quent and learned defence that it so termi-
mated.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

THE MAY ELECTIoN.-Th county dis
trict elections throughout the State take
place on Thursday, the Oath of this month.
The officers to be voted for in each magiste-
rial district are one supervisor. one consta-
Bile, three justices. and one overseer of tine
poor, who shall hold their offices for the
term of two years. To vote at this and all
future elections in Virginia the voter must
''havc paid TO the State before the day of
election the capitation tax required by law
for the preceding year. and among other
qualifications must MOI have been convicted
of petit larceny since the last registration.
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Judge L. NJ. shumaker having resigned the

Judge L. NJ. Shumaker having resigned the
position Of Register in Bankruptcy at Dan
vile, Va, Jno. L. Watson, Esq, has been
appointed to fill the vacancy. The health of
Judge Shumaker has been precar1ous for some
time past, and doubtless this was the cause
Of his resignation. Judge Shumaker is a
gentleman for whom we have very high
regard, and we regret exceedingly that his
healtl, has compelled him to relinquish the
cares Of the position he so creditably filed.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

WONDERFUL SUCCESS.-It is reported that Bo-
sCHEEs GERMAN SYRUP has, since its Introduction
in the United States, reached the immense sale OF
40, 900 dozen per year. Over 5000 Druggist have
ordered this medicine direct from the Factory, at
Woodbury., N. j., and not one has reported sim
gle failure but every letter speaks OF its aston
ishing success in curing severe coughs coids sell
of the throat and lungs. We advise any person
that has any predisposition to weak lungs. to go
to their Druggist W r Tyree and get this medicine
or inquire about it, Regular size, IS cents Sam
pie Bottle, 10 cents. Two doses will relieve any
case. Don't neglect your cough. nov 30-eOW
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

TAX ON PARsONAGEs.-Ina conference
with Mr.. Munferd, Commissioner of the
Revenue for this city, the State Auditor Of
Public Accounts decided yesterday that while
parsonages were exempt from taxation I'M
the law of 1874, and from that time to the
present have been subject to taxation.-
Dispatch, 1Ith.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

DEAD LETTER TACTIos.-The grave SUBJ
ject of ssdead letters is again revived by
the mail authorities at Washington. The
public is notified that letters not containing
valuable considerations are either returned
tD the writer's or destroyed. Letters embra-
cling valuables are recorded and returned to
post masters at places of delivery. I'm
claimed letters are held one month before
being sent to the dead letter office. Unpaid
letters are held at Office of deposit thirty
days, and il then unclaimed are treated as
dead letters. Other mall matter valuables,
OF the third class, not possibly returned to
senders, are sold at auction, and the pro-
ceeds deposited in the treasury. to be re-
claimed by owners within four years after
their receipt at the dead letter office.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

There are 1,026 inmates 10 the Peniten-
tiary, besides 200 working at the quarries.
The buildings are very much crowded, there
being seven prisoners to room, when there
ought not to be over two. 1t Is feared much
sickness will prevail during the summer
season.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

We have received the premium list for the
9th Annual Fair Of the Shenandoah Valley
Agricultural Society, to be held at Winches-
ter, Va, October 9th, 10th, 18th. ard 18th,
1877. Printed at the Winchester Times Of
fico
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markets..

There has been considerable fluctuation in
the flour and grain market for the past few
weeks. There has been since our last re-
port, downward tendency in prices, and a
hestancy on the part of buyers and sellers.
We quote to-day extra flour at IS 80; family
IS so. Wheat 81 G5 to 81 70. Corn soc. Oats
sc to IS.
There is no change to note in the domestic
and foreign market, and we qnotc as last
week.
STAUNTON MARKET. MAY IL. 1877.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

Francis L. Smith, prominent lawyer and
leading citizen of Alexandria, aud well
known throughout Virginia, died suddenly
an Alexandria on the 10th inst.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

Col. ]. W. Johnston, of Botetourt, has ac-
cepted the Presidency Of the James River
& Kanawha Canal. It is believed assuran-
ces have been given that the means will be
raised to complete the Railroad from Blu
chanan to Clifton Forge-hence his accept
ance of the trust.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

The Lexington Gazette says it is estima-
ted by the engineers who have made the sur
vey that the Clifton Forge connection with
the canal can be completed with 400 convicts
Id less than twelve months. The costs Of
the maintenance Of this labor to the COM
pany will be about $4,000.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

John Daley, of Garrett county, Nd, Geo.
&c Medderbarn: at Alexandra, Va, Harry
Mccoy, OF Baltimore, and Col. John W.
Polk, of Kansas City, Missouri, are .candi-
dates for the position of doorkeeper of the
NETT United States House OF Representatives.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

Hon. Alex. II. Stephens has SO far recoy-
cred his strength as to be able to leave Wash
ington for his home in Georgia, which he did
on the 18th inst, travelling in special car.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

The Sewing Machine patent has expired,
and the Patent office has refused to recon-
mend its renewal. This will 6educe the
price OF these indispensable .bousehas.d fix.
lures to about one-third Of the cost hereto
fore, which will be 40 item of Interest. to the
people.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

DEATH OF MRS. SALLIE DOUGLASS
On the goth of May, 1876, we announced
the death Of Mr.. Z" Buck'' White, we'll
known citizen of Virginia. We are now
called upon, in the short space of one year,
to chronicle the death of his only daughter,
Mrs. Sallie Douglass, wife of Mr.. Macy B.
Douglass, of Greene county. She died on
the 7th inst. She was lady of rare attrac-
lions Of person and character, fulfilling the
mission of daughter, wife and friend in the
highest expression of womanly virtues and
sympathles.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

1t is stated that Hon. Shelton F. Leake
viii be candidate for the State Senate hfrpn
the Albemarle District.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

INDICTMENT OF Rev. DIR. BAIRD.-Rev.
E. T. Baird, was on the 14th, indicted in the
Hastings Court of Richmond for embezzling
the funds of the Southern Publication Com
mittee of the Presbyterian church. DIR.
Baird's whereabouts are not known in Rich
mnnl
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The Episcopal Council.

Tuesday evening and Wednesday there
were many strange faces to be seen on our
streets. They we-e the faces of ministers
and laymen, many accompanied by their
wives and daughters, who had been drawn
hither to attend the S2nd annual council of
the Virginia Diocese of the Protestant Epis-
copal Church. From all the large cities of
the State, and from nearly every county in
it., came delegates to participate in the dcib-
erations Of council which must prove of
vital importance to Episcopaians of Virgin
ia, and exert no little influence upon the fu.
ture of the church.
The questions to be decided by this body
are of the gravest character and theiI discus
sion and decision will call into full requsi-
ton that wisdom, talent and piety which
have ever marked the sessions Of the CouE-
ell. Not only will there be an effort to di-
vide, and perhaps, subdiyide the Diocese
but there will also be the selection of Bish.
op for the new Diocese and other business of
the highest Importance.
On Wednesday morning at six O'Clock SER
vice was held in Trinity Church, the morn
ing prayers being read by Rev. W. NJ. Dame,
Of Alexandria, and DR.. Packard OF the Theo-
logical Seminary. At 10 O'Clock the regu-
la: morning service was held and an earnest
sermon preached by the Rev. W. /. Hyland,
OF Parkersburg, w. Va, after which the
Sacrament of the Lords Supper was admin
istered.
THE COUNCIL.
There was nothing more than erganiza-
ton yesterday. At O'Clock the fall of the
Presidents gavel called the body to order.
Almost instantly the members were in their
seats and quiet prevailed. In calm, meas
ured tones, Bishop Whittle announced the
commencement of the SIND Animal Coun-
Gil and the routine of business was COM
menced.
The Secretary, Rev. 4. G. Dashiell, of
Richmond, then proceeded to call ministers
and a majority of the delegates were found
to be present. Several members whose
names had not been called and whose Gre
dentials had not been accepted by the Secre-
tary, were referred to the appropriate CON-
mittee for report.
The Rules of order OF the last Council
were adopted for the government of this
and the President announced the standing
committees.
The session will commence this morning,
and hereafter until the close Of the Council,
at o'clock and continue until IL o'clock.
Divine services will then be held, Immediate
ly after which the Council will resume and
continue until half-past two.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

President Hayes, his family, and several
members of his cabinet, attended the annual
meeting Of the Chamber Of Commerce Of
New York City, ON the, l4th. Gov. Tilden
was invited, but did not attend, for fear that
It might embarrass President Hayes, as is
stated. Bosh.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17
sHERIFF,s ELECTION,
Thursday, May "a, 1877.

We are authorized to announce John Towber-
man candidate for the Office of Sheriff OF Angus
ia county.
May Tits
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LADIES.
Burdin, Miss A. Howard, Miss Annie
Burnley. Miss ColumbiaHarnS berger, Mrs. r.
Brown, Miss Ella v. Kenney Luvenia
Boldron, Mrs. Ellen Lightfoot Mrs. j.
Brown, Mrs Fannie Madison, Miss Sarah
Best, Mrspudy Powers Mrs. S. NJ.
Bumgardner. Miss Lou. Rodges, Mrs. Agnes
Cook, Mrs. John Reeves, Mrs. Jane
Dorsey, Miss A. Ryan, Miss M. A.
Dyef, Mrs Hester Stribling, Miss Jane
Edwards Mrs. Dr. A Tyler, Miss Viola
Efanger, Miss M. Williams. Mrs. Lizzie Al.
Gardner, Miss Fannie Watson, Miss Susan
Garth, Miss l.
GENTLEMEN.
Andrew, John D. johnson, Samuel F
Alexander VIM. A. LESSEE, w. H.
Brooks. Richard Leftrich, L. I.
Bare, VIM. F. Mccormick, VIM. H.
Cocherine, Cameron Nuckols, o. H..
Carroll M. E. L. Powers & Co.
Corbin Sias Stroe, j. P.
Doom, John d. Stone JohnW.
Fulcher. A.. g.. Smith, Thos
Guthrie, Jno. G Taylor, Hartman
Hamilton, RI. Timberlake. r. R.
Joseph. c. 8. Williams, Thos.
Jonas. A. 8. Williams, Samuel
The above letters ii called for within thirty days
will be sent to the dead letter Office Persons call
ing Tor them will please say that they advertised
s. M. YOST. P. M.
Unavailable letters remaining in the P. O., Staun-
ton, Va, May II, 1877.
Anthony Crawford. Held for better direction.
Miss M. J.P. Dull, Second Creek, Greenbrier Co,
W. Va.
Miss Anderson,
Miss Leila Dimmock. Richmond, Va.
Miss B. Nash, No. 40 South 3rd ST. Columbus, O.
Chas. H. Johnson, Washington, ID. c.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

All trains daily on MAN line.
The Express South bound connects at Lynch
burg for the West and Southwest. and at Danville
for the South, Southeast and Southwest.
The Mail South bound connects at Lynchburg
for Memphis Little Rock and Texas, and for At
ianta and ali points in the South, and via New Or
leans to Galveston and Southern Texas; also con-
meets with Ches s. Ohio East and West.
The $50 IN train connects with the CheS & Ohio
RsR Westward to Huntingdon Cincinnati and
all the Northwest, and Eastward to Richmond and
the South East.
For MANASSAS DIVISION leave Washington
at $40 m daily, except Sunday, and get to Stras-
burg at 4.48 p. m. Leave StraSbufg at $40 q. M,
and arrive at Alexandria at p. m.
For WARRENTON leave Washington daily at
$40 a. m. Leave Warrenton at 9.35 am. to con-
net with the Mail South bound and at 2.35 p. M.
to connect with the Mail North bound.
Accommodation train will run from Alexandria
to Gordonsville, regularly, Tuesday, Thursday
and Saturday, leaving Alexandria at $3.50 p. m.
and from Gordonsville Monday, Wednes day and
Friday leaving Gordonsvlle at 5:12 am, and get
ting to Alexandria at $50 p m.
Trains from South arriving at Washington at
1885 a. M, 8 p M, and LBS q. m. make good con-
nections with Bait. & Ohio and Bait. & Potomac
trains to Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York,
and to all points North and northwest.
Through tickets to the South and West at low
est rates.
S. SPENCER, Supt. Transp'n.
j. M. BROADUS.
apr. 26 General Ticket Agent
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

J.. The Richmond papers Of the 18th, report
that Lioness has been seen running loose
near Atlee's Station, Hanover county. 1t is
presumed she escaped from some travelling
menagerie. About go persons were in pur-
suit, well armed. and lead by a pack Of
hounds. The tracks OF the beast are about
five feet in width.
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The Mississippi Crime.

The recent cruel butchery OF five Repub-
lIcans in Kemper county. Mississippi, is a
blot upon our civilization. A man named
Gully had been assassinated, who was a
democrat. Judge Chisholm and Mr.. Gilmer
were prominent and wealthy Republicans,
both native Southerners and Confederate
soldiers. The friends Of Gully became exas-
perated, and suspected Chisholm and Gilmer
OF having instigated the murder Of Gully,
because at one time not the most pleasant
feelings existed between them on account of
politics. Two negroes were hired to swear
that Chisholm, Gilmer, Rosenbatm and
Hopper had induced man named Berry
Rush to do the bloody deed. The negroes
had been hung up by the mob, and threat
ened with death, il they did not implicate
somebody. Chisholm was arrested and car
rled to Jail, where his vile, son and daugh-
ter followed him. He sent for Gilmer. He
came, unsuspecting, and was shot down by
the democratic mob. The thirst for blood
became excited, and Chisholm was next
chosen as victim. His son was shot down
while defending him-his daughter had her
arm shattered, and several bullets In the leg.
Chisholm was so terribly perforated with
bullets that death ensued last Monday. The
wife and daughter are still living, although
the daughter is severely wounded. Rosen-
baum and Hopper were carried to the woods
to extort from them the whereabouts of Rush,
the alleged murderer. 1t Is supposed they
were hanged.
This is democratic Flaw and order" in
Mississippi. There is but one sentiment in
relation to it, and that is that the perpetra-
tors Of the terrible crimes should be brought
to speedy punishment. The only crime Of
the murdered men was that they were Re-
publicans.
Since writing the above, the announce.
ment is made that Miss Chisholm died on
the 18th Of gangrene Of the arm, originating
in the wounds she had received.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-05-17

The fine blo0ded cattle which were on
exhibition in this place at Thornburg & Sha-
fer's stables several weeks ago were all sold
except the few purchased in this county, at
Harrisonburg. Gen. Meem & Bro, of Shen-
andoah, bought several of the heifers.
Maj w. S. Downer, editor of the Hunting
ton, W. Va, Advertiser, died suddenly On
the 9Th inst, at his residence in Huntington,
of heart disease. He is spoken of as gen.
tleman of many fine qualities of head and
heart, and an earnest member of the Bap-
fist church.