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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

DEATH OF JAMES P. CowARDIN.-We
were panied to read In the Richmond papers
of the 18th that James P. Cowardin, one of
the most genial and gifted OF Virginia's
young men, had died on the 10th inst. in
the sd year of his age. He had friends
everywhere. Generous, brave, accomplish.
ed and winning, with as ''noble spirit as
ever stirred humanity" bright and useful
future was his, had life been spared. Sure
Iy the ways OF PF9gidence are past finding
out. when such brillisps iptellects 60 out in
the very dawn of their splepq0r. II signs
and tears could assuage grief, his triepds
you'd be amply consoled, for no one WHO
kney the deceased will not pause to pay
The tribute of sigh and tear to young
life cut off too soon,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18
Assaults upon the President.

On the night of the 18th, IN Washington
CITY, number of Democrats celebrated the
the victory in Ohio. The speeches on the
occasion, especially those of Saylor and
Rice, of Ohio, andi Blackburn, OF Ken
lucky, were very violent in their denuncla'
ton OF the President as usurper, while
they commended his policy towards the
Southern States Us that Of the Democracy.
The character of the speeches was the SUBJ
ject of much comment among the Southern
members OF Congress. majority OF whom
deprecated the Incorporate utterances OF
the speakers. Senator Hill, OF Georgia,
called on the President the next day, and
directed his attention to the fact that no
Southern man, except Blackburn. took part
in the proceedings, and assured the Presi-
dent that Blackburn did not represent the
sentiment and feeling of the Southern peo-
pile in this respect. number OF members
OF the South called on masteY-General
Key, and expressed their displeasure at the
speeches on the occasion referred to. The
Richmond State, also. is outspoken in its
condemnation of the tone and temper of the
speeches as well as the sentiments uttered.
Notwithstanding the paciGcation of the
entire country, the impetus given to COM
mercial interests, the certain indication OF
material advancement following the policy
the President has adopted, it is clear that
the politicians are preparing to make his
Nhn nr1a
and especially the representatives of the
business interests of the country, will stand
by the administration, but the politicians, OF
both parties, will seek to cmbarrass the eff
forts now being made to bring about an era
Of quiet and prosperity. This spirit cannot
be too severely condemned. The peace OF
the nation is paramount to party, and the
people will see to it that the President is
sustained.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

We have been unable to find readjuster
in this county who will acknowledge that
he is in favor of reputation, and yet they
say that they are opposed to satisfying the
sacred obligations OF the State. These very
blatant demagogqcs who arc making the
most noise about the State debt, would
not only rcpudiate the obligations of the
State, but we find that number of them
have already repudiated their individual
debts.-Spectator.
We think this is very unjust to the people
OF Augusta county who favor readjustment.
We snbmit tbRt they do not constitute a
class of ''blatant deaagg0gues, nor have
they ever repudiated honest personal qblisa-
tons. Many of the best men in the county
men whose whole lives have been a consis-
tent expression of honesty, favor readiust-
wept, and in fact those who are embraced
in the readiusting classification, are gencr-
ally less embarrassed than any other class
of OUT citizens.
OF course there can not be found "a read
justcr in the county who will acknowledge
that he is in favor of reputation, for to do
80 would be to acknowledge to what is not
true. It is to prevent ''repudiation" that
readjustment is demanded.
The Spectator is unfortunate in It's selec-
ton Of terms in reference to this subject.
Its language is not justified by the position
and declared policy of those who favor re-
adjustment, and the citizens of Augusta
and the Valley who compose the readjusting
party are, as class, free from any imputa-
ton Of personal dishonesty. The Specta-
t9r's method is not the proper one to treat
IN issue upon which honest men honestly
differ, and should guard itself against any
which are calculated to impug On
The character and motives of the people OF
The county.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18
Practical Economy.

The last KinGicatoa contains commune
cation signed by three hundred influential
citizens, who pledge themselves not tc vote
for any candidate not in favor of reduction
OF the pay of legislators. They also ask a
response from tile candidates, and it is time
the answers were being given. The card is
as follows:
believing that economy in every branch
of our State Government i, necessary in
order to enable the people to pay the public
debt. and that $40 session. sum based
on calculation OF So day for session Of
ninety days is more than members should
receive, we pledge ourselves to vote for no
one for the Senate OF House of Delegates of
Virginia, who will not vote for reduction
Of the pay to 1910, which is equivalent to So
a day for session Of ninety days, Or Sc
day for forty-ive days, which we conside
long enough for the TRANSACTION of the pub
lie business. We respectfully ask the candi-
dates now seeking the votes Of the people to
make public through the county papers their
views on thls subject"
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

MEssRs. EDIToRs:-There is one important gu es-
ton OF public policy which enters largely fac
tor into the question Of revenue, and to this ex-
tent touches the vital and vexed question of the
State debt, mean the .Motfett Punch.'
Upon the propriety of the continuance or repeal
OF this law have heard no expression of opinion.
1t is one involving, according to calculations ad
sinee it went INTO action, revenue to the amount
Only two Of the candidates, Major Hanger and
question. and they both properly, in my opinion,
voted for it, have heard lately, hope the ru-
NOR is untrue, that Mr.. Craig has changed his
m mind; i is generally; understand believ-
in favor of the ticket known as the re-adjnsting
ticket, because 1t is believed they are opposed to
the Punch bill. l do not know whether this is
tine tine o. course these gentlemen are entitled to
undispgtea right to sqpnoht them, bnt as this
may Influence the views of others, tits but right
rs they are seeking public office at the hands OF
the peeopiIe that the people should know how each
ton. and that injustice may ne done. % none, /
hereby make q, call on all the candidates in the
field to declare how they stand on this important
measure and whether il elected they will vote for
its continuance or repeal Respectfully.
CHARLES GRhTTAN,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

1uC FtNUtCUtOF, al uutlLIuS up SouleIHluS
from which to encourage itself in its activi-
ty against the people, thinks it has discoy-
cred that Mr.. Seawright is not Simon-pure
Conservative. We car satisfy its doubts on
that subject. lie is Conservative, but not
a partizan bigot. 1t is true the VIRGINIAN
supported him for the Legislature, at time
when it aided in electing Hon. 4. II. II.
Stuart and the late Judge Cochran, and for
the same reason that Mr.. Seaw.ighti is doubt
ed the other gentlemen could also have
been suspected. The VIRGINIAN labors for
what it believes to be the good of the State.
and is not very particular as to men, so they
are capable Of doing good service. We hope
our neighbor will desist from that kind OF
canvass. II is not creditabIe to its intelli-
gence or sagacity. The people are tired of
it and public interests protest it. So far as
the VIRaINIAN is concerned, party has
nothing to do with its course. We be-
lieve it is the duty of every citizen of
the the State to direct his efforts to
extricating the Commonwealth from her
difficulties. We believe certain line of pol
icy will effect this, and support the men who
agree with us. The indicator differs with
lis, and supports men of its way of thinking.
Let the issue be made fairly before the peo-
pie as to the two policies, and, whatever the
result, it will give lis no further concern. 1t
is the peoples business. 1t Is their inter-
ests that ere involved, and they have a right
to approach the important subject, without
having partlzan clamor wrung into their
ears from 'early dawn to dewy cve." Party
has nothing to do with it, and as party the
Republicans have nothing to do with it. 1t
is the peoples matter, irrespective of party,
and involves interests much higher than
party.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

THE MESSAGE AND THE SESSION. The
Washington correspondent of the Baltimore
Sun, October l6eh, says:
The President in his message to Congress
to- day carefully avoids the suggestion Of all
subjects not incidental to the consideration
of the business which it his desire that the
extra session shall be restricted to. All Of
these matters can easily be disposed of if it
weeks. Still it is yet uncertain what time
the session will last. II the threatened anti
resumption bills are introduced in the House
and discussion on them once precipita ted 1t
may be continued indefinitely and the time
used up to December
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

1t is now stated that Gen. Harlan, OF Ken
lucky, will be nominated by the President
to GIL the vacancy ON the Supreme Bench OF
the United States. lie is an able man and
conservative Republican.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

Hon. Sam'l J. Randall, Of Pennsylvania,
was the nominee of the Democratic caucus
for Speaker, Jno. G. Thompson, of Ohio,
Sergeant-at-Arms, Mr.. Adams, OF Kentucky,
Clerk, Mr.. Polk, Of Missouri, Doorkeeper,
and Rev. DR.. Poisel, OF the Southern Metho-
dist Episcopal Church, Chaplain. They were
all elected.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

Congress assembled on Monday last in
extra session and was organized by the cleo
ton of Hon. 8. J. Randall as Speaker. On
livercd, recommending an appropriation for
the army, navy, and some minor items
There has been nothing of Interest trans
piring yet. Various contested seats will oecu-
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18
The Jury in the Witk 5wski case. On fri,

The jury in Che Witk wski case, on trial
at Washington, has brought in verdict of
acquittal. A nole proseqi has been entered
in regard to General Neg:ey. Stewart aud
withdraw the plea, but the Judge declined.
When he was Informed that the President
had pardoned Stewart, Drummer was then
recommended to Executive clencncy.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

Its stated that Hon. Wayne NcVeigh, OF
Pennsylyania, has been selected to succeed
Minister Pierrcpont at the Court OF st.
James.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

The colored members Of Congress from
South Carolina, Messrs. Rainy and Cain.
whose seats were questioned, have been ad
mitted, and sworn in. The rank and file
OF the Democrats would not obey the lead
ers, and voted for their admission A good
sign.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

The Richmond Enquirer has again chang
ed hands, r. w. Baylor, of Norfolk, becom
ing purchaser. 1t is understood there will be
no change in the tone of the journal.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

Bradley t. johnson has sold his private
residence in Richmod. This may be in con-
firmation of the statement made some time
since, that he proposed to leave the State
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

There are 8, 14l white voters in Richmond,
who have not paid their capitatioa tax, and
are consequently disfranchised under the
recent amendments to the State constitution.
The Richmond correspondent Of the Balti-
more "Sun' says: 'Unless this number is
greatly decreased before the election by the
payment of their taxes, the independents
and liquor mems candidates for the House
Of Delegates are likely to be elected.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18
The estimate fer appropriations for IL,

Tie estImatc fcr appropriations for the
fiscal year ending June 30. 1878, recon-
meEded by the Secretary of the Treasury
in letter addressed to the Speaker OF the
House, amount 20 $50, 906, 30G,6s, Of which
49,, 436, 764.9S is for the War and S2,0O3,-
S6l.27 for the Navy Department. IN adj
dition there are estimates from the Sccre
tary of War for forts and for rivers and har
bors $l3.2a0,l0 and an estimate OF 81 $780,
453.5S for permanent and annual appropria-
tions, but these are not recommended,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

The Republican members of the House
held caucus Monday and nominated the
Hon. James A. Garfield, OF Ohio, for Speak
er; Hon. Jeremiah Rusk, OF Wisconsin for
Clerk; N. C. Ordway, of New Hampshire,
for Sergeant-at-Arms; II. F.. Harrison, of
Tennessee, for Doorkeeper; Henry r. Sher-
wood, of Michigan, for Postmaster; and for
Chaplain, Rev. J. Fl. Butler, Of the District
of Columbia.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18
In relation to the troubles in FL z

In relation to the troubles in FL Paso
county, Texas. grow ing ont of disputed
land claim, Gen. Ord says in despa to
Gen. Sheridan that Lieutenant Rucker ar
rived at San Elisario on the 9th and the
mob dispersed. They will allow the law to
take its course. He returned TO Ell Paso on
the 18th instant, leaving everything quiet at
San EIsario. The killing of Cards by
Judge Howard caused considerable excite
ment, but he did not anticipate anything So
riOlIs
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

The Vindicator quotes from the VIRGIN
IAN Of 1874 on the State debt question, ap-
provinsly. This only shows that our neigh
Dor is three or four years behind the times.
We can furnish better and fresher brains
aow, more appropriate to the present condi-
tioa of affairs and present necessities. We
think it quite likely the Vindicator would
be much improved, if it would avail itself OF
our editorials more frequently. We have
no objection to it doing SO. Indeed it always
affords us pleasure to assist the weak and
needy.
We never look over oGs files to see what
sye haze written, or what views we ad-
7ameed upon public questions, ia the past.
We deal with the living present-tfink aRd |
write to shape present events and policies.
We say what we believe to be right at the
time we sayit, and argue to effect present
good. We are not disturbed about consist
'ehcy. We are always consistent with our
As to any other kind Of con-
N's'ency' we wouldn't give fig for it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-10-18

ana IN VIOLATION OF the constitution creating
the Schools and providing for their support,
is an enemy of the Public School system.
whether he knows it OF pot. The School
fund is sacred, according to the Constitu-
ton. for the purposes it is collected. There is
no power in the Legislature, there is no
power in any of the officers or departments
of the government, to divert it, without vio-
lating the Constitution.
The sentences we quote from the speech
of Gen. Walker are complete la themselves.
No after interrogations Of his could modify
them. and until he qualities his language
and explsias his meaning, we must regard
him as unfrienday 70 the Public School sys-
tenn.
We care nothing about what the dispatch
advocates. The people of the State do not
regard its opinions as Of any Importance or
its championship to be desired. 1t has so
persistently slandered the great mass Of the
people, and denounced them as favoring re-
pudiation-so shamefully DETAINED the hon.
esty of the Commonwealth, and created the
impression abroad that the citizens of Vir-
ginia are ready to commit ''highway rob-
berry," in the language of Gen. Walker, that
very few have any respect for its uttcrances,
Or patience with it's pretensiops, its sup
port is not desirable for any public interest,
nor are its vulgar epithets calculated to dis
turb the equilibrium of any one Of proper
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LLATS TO LET-N NORTHEAST CORNER OF 4.D ST.
l. and sixth opposite Reservoir Park furnished
fnni.hed hrnted by steam; Janress: shown from 20 .;
ring first bell. H. =. DE- GRAAF.
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L>LAr ~ WEST 18TH ST, BETWEEN 5rH AND 9Th
Il s-4la good rooms; night $40 monthly koy
irst
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L,LAT OF FIVE Rooms SECOND FLOOR. TO RENT.
in nnc condition. cheap. Ring second bell, AL West
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T OFFS TO LET-wlTH OR WITHOUT STEAM
llpower the upper OF 127 West 9Th 9Th
surprising three floors, each 25xf0 fect light three
sides; and water entrauce rent low Apply
mis-
The Republican journal. [volume] (Belfast, Me.) 1829-current, 1877-05-24
Wishing and Having.
BY K. II. STODDARD.

II to wish and to have were one, my dear,
You would be sitting now
With not care in your tender heart.
Not a wrinkle on Your brow;
The clock of time would 20 back with you
All the years you have been my wife,
I'LL ITS golden hands had pointed out
The happieSt hour of your life;
| would stop them at that immortal hour
The clock should no longer run:
You could not be sad or sick and old
If to wish and to have were one
You are not here in the winter my love,
The snow is not whirling down;
You are in the heart of the summer woods,
In your dear old seaside town;
i pattcr OF little feet in the leaves.
beautiful boy at your side;
lie Is gathering flowers in the shady hooks
1t was but a dream that he died
Keep hold of his hands and sing to him:
No mother under the sun
Has such seraphc child as yours
II to wish and to have were one
Methinks am with YOU there dear wife.
In that old house by the sea;
| have flown to you as the buebird flies
10 his mate in the poplar tree.
\ sailors hammock hangs at the door
You swing in it, book in hand
\ boat is standing in for the beach.
Its keel now CRATES on the sand
our brothers are coming-two manly men,
hose lives have only begun:
Their days would be long i'll the land, dear hear
If to wish and to have were one
If to wish and to have were one, ali me!
| would not be old and poor
But Young and prosperous gentleman.
With never a dun at the door
There would be no past to bewai my love.
There would be no future to dread
our brothers would be live men again
And my boy would not be dead
Perhaps it will all come right at last
1t may be, when all is done
We shall be together i'll some good world,
here to wish and to have are one.
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The Mddletown On. W Argus tells about

The Middletown On. Y. Argus tells about
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fairly roared with pain and terror. At
last the gander, apparently thinking that
his adversary had enough punishment,
let go his hold, and the bull took to his
heels with the liveliest speed, only stop
ping when he reached the farther corner
of the field.
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Loves Surrender.

Under my window under my window
All Iii the midsummer weather,
Three little girls. with tluttering eurls
Fllt to and fro together;
There's May, with her bonnet of satin sheen,
And Emma with her mantle of silver green,
And Kate, with scarlet feather.
Under my window, under my window,
Leaning stcalthily over,
Merry and clear the voice hear
OF each glad hearted rover,
All sly little Kate, she steals my roses
And Emma and Mary Irvine wreaths and posies,
As merry as bees in clover
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In the blue midsummer weather
Stealing Slow on hush'd tip toe
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Mary with her bonnet of satin sheen,
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