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Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1877-12-20

The CIVIL SERVICE IN HUMBOLDT.-The
Silver State of Tuesday utters a complaint as
follows: Some 10000 pounds of freight was
received here yesterday for the troops at Camp
McDermit A part of this freight consisted of
-four, which is brought here from California
Of course it costs more, though of no better
quality, than -four made here; but as Hum
boldt millers are net in the ring which fur
nishes Government supplies for frontier posts,
they have no opportunity to compete with
those who are. 1t is very evident that Gen
eral Rufus Ingalls,, Chief Quartermaster of
the Department of the Pacific, has not been
reformed by the President; but come to think
of it, Hayess rules only apply to civil service.
Everybody knows that it cannot benefit the
Government to bring flour over 500 miles to
military post when good an article is man
ufactured in the county in which the post is
situated, and sells for less than it can possibly
be brought from California. A little investi-
CATION of military affairs on this coast might
disclose a large sized ring, in the setting of
which the Chief Quartermaster shines bril-
hantly.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1877-12-20

1t is showing in the Balkan mountains.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1877-12-20
TELEGRAPHIC SUMMARY.

The British Parliament will convene on the
18th of January. The tone of the English
press is very breezy and there is good deal
Of war talk. The real causes of the present
crisis would seem to be fairly stated in the
following:
The Standard, in its leader, explains that
the victory of the Russians is not the cause of
the suMmoning of Parliament, but that the
license which is given to Russia by Germany
and AUSTRIA to use her victory in her own
way, is what constitutes the danger to British
interests England can never consent to the
quarrel bein. arranged on these terms, and
she may have cause to demur to a peace
directly between the belligerents. She claims
a voice in the settlement, and it is that she
may be prepared to insist upon that voice
that the government is adopting those meas
pres which Parliament VIII be invited to
sanction.
Russia has ordered the mobilization of Co.
coo fresh troops
Bismarck is still conducting his campaign
against The disloyal clergy and nobility, and
his success seems probable.
General Grant has been sanding on the
edge of the crater of Vesuvius and putting the
smoke of his cigar into the uprising fumes
from that vast volcano
James Ballantine of Edinburgh, the famous
writer, is dead.
The Chinese Government will apply to
England and the United States for the means
of relieving the famine which ravages the
northern provinces of the Celestial Empire
Congressman Small, who is doubtless the
victim of cowardly conspiracy, has appealed
for new trial and he will doubtless get it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27
Col. Skinner s Speech.

The allusion of Col. Skinner, in his speech
last Monday, to the President, is significant,
coming from the source it does. No one
will doubt the sincerity Of any sentiment he
may express, because lie is not in the habit
of saying what he does not think and feel.
He has been one Of the straightest of tile
Bourbons, and for him to publicly declare
that President Hayes has done more for the
South and the country in bringing about an
era Of good feeling than Mr.. Tilden could
have done in similar position, is an acknowl-
edgment worthy of note. He, however, but
reflects the popular sentiment, and we trust
the time is not distant when the name of
Republican will receive respectful consid-
Grafton from all classes of citizens. The
President is simply carrying ont what the
him declared, and which were emphasized
in his letter Of acceptance and inaugural ad-
dress-precept and example in harmony.
There is no reason why there should be bit
ter feelings of antagonism growing out Of
ncminalisms. What the people want is good
government, just laws, and official honesty.
If these arc given them by Republicans Or
Democrats, the end is accomplished. aisd
the means used to that consummation should
be respected and appreciated. 49, 5--
We trust Col. Skinner will not forget lbs
public declarations, nor those of his political
identity fail 10 give credit where credit is
due
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27
County Politics.

1t will be seen by reference to another
column that the friends Of Reimbursement
have begun TO move in reference to the
County Canvass. A call signed by over 500
voters Of the county, is made upon Geo. Sea-
wright, to announce himself for the Senate,
and J. D. Craig, II. J. Williams and D. N.
Vane ar for the House. Could we have de-
layed the issue of the YiaG1NIAN twenty
four hours, there would have been one thou
sand names signed to the call. This move
ment simply shows the earnestness OF the
people upon the question involved, and that
they prope rly appreciate the efforts OF those
who have attempted to ridicule the Far
mers OF Augusta. There has never been a
more insolent insult offered 20 quiet, in
tellgent unpretending class OF people, than
has been recently thrown into the faces OF
the great mass of the voters of Augusta by a
few ring politicians and their feeble satel-
lites. We have nc,er known a more deter
mined and earnest purpose to control any
class of men, than that which now moves
those who are engaged in this work OF vindi-
eating the action of the Farmers Meeting OF
the 10Th of May, and the sequel will show
whether they can find a ticket to concen-
trate upon and whether the establishment
cause has ''petered'' out.
We shall refer to this subject more at
length hereafter,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27

and embarrassing. Let us reason together,
without passion or suspicion-compare opin-
ions, make mutual concessions, and with
one determination present our case to the
other party to be consulted in spirit of
fairness, truth and justice, and we believe a
satisfactory solution will be reached, which
will leave both interests in better condi-
ton, ard the parties to them better friends.
Since the above article was in type we
have had the pleasure OF seeing Gen. Walk
or, and brief conversation with him. AS
we expected, the report of his speech at
Wytheville did him great injustice, and the
spirit OF it was entirely misconceivcd. We
have not the space today to say more, than
that the impression made by the reporter
was not justified by the facts OF the case,
and the conclusions we had drawn, from
What we knew OF him. are correct.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27
The President in the South.

The tour OF the President through the
Southern States included in the route he has
taken has been one continuous ovation. We
give on our first page his remarks at Nash
Vile. The spirit Of his speeches at Chatta-
nooga, Knoxville. Atlanta, Lynchburg
and Charlottesville, was of similar import,
and the greeting by the citizens of uniform
courtesy and confidence, except at Lynch
burg, where, we learn from private source,
such extremists as John W. Daniel, Jubal
Early and Robert Whitehead refused to join
in the demonstration. The speech OF Gov.
Coluuitt, of Ca, at Atlanta, was a model
not only of oratory, but Of truly national
expression. The manifestations everywhere
have been indicative Of growing feeling oil
friendship between the sections, brought
about by the wisdom Of the administration
in its dealings with the Southern question
The country is to be congratulated, no less
than the President, upon the happy results
now everywhere exhibited.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27
Docket case No. 215l


TN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE UNITED
i States, for the Western District OF Virginia.
In the matter of Joseph r. Bowman. bankrupt.
In Bankruptcy.
At Harrisonburg, Va, on the 22d day of Sept.
A D.. 1871
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Please to take notice hereby, that's Petition has
been, to wit lon the 24th day OF May a. d., 1876
Shenandoah Co, Va, in said District, who has
been heretofore duly declared Bankrupt under the
Act of Congress entitled AN Act to Establish a.
more Uniform System of Bank'cy throughout the
United States,' approved March 3D. 1867, for dis
charge and certificate thereof, from all his debts
and other claims provable under said act ard that
the 18th day of Oct ad 1877 before Douglas Gray.
one of the Registers of said Court in Bankrupt
cy at his office in aHarrisonburg, Va, in said dis
trict is the time and place assigned for the hear
ing of the same ; when and where you may attend
and show cause if any you have, why the prayer
| of the said Petition should not be granted.
You are also hereby notified, that the second
and third meetings of the creditors of said Banks
rupt will be held at the same time and place.
C. DOUGLAS GRAY,
sept 27th-2t Register in Bankruptcy
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docket case No. 1881

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE UNITED
i States for the Western District of Virginia
In the matter of Coleman Brown, bankrupt
In Bankruptcy.
At Harrisburg. Va, onthe 22d day of Septemb'r
D, 1877.
To Whom it May Concern:-
Please to take notice hereby, that petition has
been, to wit: the 10th day Of Dec, AD 1871 filed
in said District Court by Coleman Brown of
Madison Co. Va, in said district, who has been
heretofore duly declared bankrupt under the Aea
OF Congress-, entitled AN Act to establish a more
uniform system of bankruptcy throughout the
United States" approved March I'd, 1857 for dis
charge and certificate thereof, from all his debts
and other claims provable under said act and that
the 18th day OF October AID, 1871 before G D. Gray.
one OF the Registers of said court in bankrnpt-,
cy, at his office, in Harrsonhugg, Va. in said dis,
trict, IS the time and place assigned for the hear
ing fthe same; when and where YOU may attend
and show cause il any you have, why the prayer,
OF the said petition should not be granted.
You are also hereby notified, thai the I'd and 3d.
meeting OF the creditors Of said bankrupt will be,
held ut the same time and place
c. DOUGLAS GRAY,
sept l5-2w Registerin Bankruptcy.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27
Public Schools.

We publish on our first page an article
over the signature of Justice " in opposi-
ton to the Public Schools. 1t is scarcely
necessary to say that we do not agree with
the conclusions reached, however much we
may esteem the writer. We know he is
honest in his opinions, and therefore we
cheerfully open our columns for him to
reach the public. Indeed, we regard it a
part OF the duty of journalism to offer every
facility for the intelligent understanding OF
every question Of public interest, and are
always willing to admit to our columns re-
spectful writer's who sincerely seek to incul-
cate what they believe to he right, whether
we agree with them or not.
We consider that no higher dtity presses
upon the State than to educate the masses.
1t is the primary source of wholesome laws
and good government. An intelligent con-
stituency is the srlrest bulwark of liberal,
enlightened institutions, and it is to the
schooEhouse that we must look for the ad-
vancemcnt and perpetuation Of civil and re-
ligious liberty. With the Public School sys-
tenn in effective operation for nine months in
the year, and school.houscs, under compc-
tent teachers, dotted over every district and
county, Virginia would enter upon career
of prosperity that would astound the croakers
and reactionists. The Public Debt question
settled, so that there would be no more de-
fault in interest, no more diversion Of school
funds, no more unjust discrimination be-
tween creditors, and the Public School sys-
tenn established and operated to its fullest
capacity for good, immigration would flow
in, capital and enterprise would touch the
springs OF material wealth, and the very
deity of prosperity smile upon the land.
1t is the part of true craftsmanship. true
ism. to see to it chat these two paramount
objects are consummated. That done, and
the days of repining and dependency win
have passed. State and individual credit
will grow and strengthen, and all the agen-
cies which contribute to the happiEcss and
progress of a people thread themselves
through the qualifications of the social Or
ganism, stimulating Intellectual and physi-
cal endeavor, and guiding them in the ave-
nues of public, usefulness. =
We think, therefore, our correspondent
has discussed this theme from too low a
plane. There is higher mission for man
than the piling up of ten-cent pieces. The
capacities and destiny of the mind and SOUL
cannot be measured by shekels. They CON
stitute his divine affinity, and are as inf
nite'y above the mere question of dollars
and cents as the inspirations of Heaven are
beyond the reach of the groveling instin cts
OF Earth. E
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27

If you are satisfied, the State is so. We
lost no temper, and were not in a passion
bnt we did then, and we do now, object to a
Federal office-holder attempting, on the one
hand, to speak for the people whom he does
not represent, and, on the other, using his
position under the Administration to per-
suade the Republican party, or its frag.
ments, to courses dangerous to the Com
monwealth.- State.
Every word Of which is untrue, so far as
the paragraph relates to the motives and
objects of the VIRGINIAN. As to the g OBJ
iect" part, that is simply insutferablc pre-
sumption. Used in the sense it ls, it shows
weakness born of egotism, and how ever
great minds expose their imperfections.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27

The Richmond State made its appearance
last week in an enlarged form and improved
face. There is newspaper talent on it of a
high order, and its editorials are well and
forcefully written. TIE general makeup of
the State is fresh, newsy and inviting, and
Notwithstanding its crotchets, is favorlte
in this locality, irrespective of parties. In
deed, the people enjoy ccccntricitics and
obstinacies, sometimes, as they stir them to
thinking, and keep them from rusting. We
have been compelled to read it out of the
Democratic party this week, but this will
only have Christening effect, and we ex-
pect to see it protesting that it mas been
guilty of no meteoric Irregularities.
We wish it an abundant success.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27

The State gives a list of papers which II
claims maintain the same line of State policy
it advocates. In Its enumeration it is mis-
taken in various Enthusiastically in the
Rockingham Register. 1t is mere delu'
sion, however, when it assumes that these
papers represent popular sentiment. II
mentions the two papers in Stanton and
the Lexington Gazette. They do not rep
resent one in ten of the people. In fact,
they do not know public sentiment, no
more than the State does. They will know
more after the November election,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27
Docket case-No. Ell

Docket case-No. 571]
TN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE UNITED
i States for the Western District of Virginia.
In the matter of Jas II. Hernsberger, Bankrupt.
in Bankruptcy.
At Ha1risonburg, Va, on the 22d Gay OF Sept,
a. d., 1877.
To 9ohon1 it may concern:
Please to take notice hereby, that petition mas
been to wit on the 9Th day of Aprila d. 1874 filed
in said District Court by Jas Aernsberger 81 An
tofore duly declared bankrupt under the Act
of Congress entitled San act to estabiisn more
uniform system OF bankruptcy Throughout the
United States" approved March I'd, 1857, for dis
charge and certificate thereof from all his debts
and other claims provable under said act and that
the 18th day Of octo., d., 1871 before G d Gray,
one of the Registers OF said court in bankrupt
cy at his office in Harrisonburg, Va, in said dis
rfc tn time and place ASSIGNED for the hear
and show cause if any you have, why the prayer
of the said petition should not be granted.
You are also hereby notified, that the second
and third meetings of the creditors of said Bank
rupt will be Eeld at the same time and place.
C. DOUGLAS GRAY,
sept27-2w Register in Bankruptcy
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27

IR 1860 the creditors of Virginia were
anxious to settle at so cents on the dollar.
Indeed, Saany of them sold their bonds at
25, 80 and 35>cents on the dollar. The
State, however, did not get the benefit OF it.
The stock-gambers formed ring. bought
up the bonds, passed the Funding Bill, and
pocketed all the advantage that accrued
from it. The original holders of the bonds
lost two-thirds of their debt-the State
gained no advantage-but the spectators
doubled their money.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27
The Hanging.

The horrid scene enacted in Harrisonburg
on the 25th, as described by our correspond
cnt, should revolt public sentiment against
capital punishment. can eye for an eye
and a tooth for a TOOTH" Is not the dispen-
sation of an enlightened civilization. Espe-
cially should here be an universal protest
against hanging upon circumstantlal evil
dencc. There must ever remain vide
spread doubt in regard to Shifllett's guile.
His asseveration OF his innocence with his
last breath will be regarded by many as
true, and carry the conviction that an inno-
cent man was hung.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27

A large port ion Of the Patent Office build
ing in Washington was destroyed by fire on
Monday. Many models, records, ETC., were
destroyed, and in this respect the loss is ir-
reparable. and will produce much trouble
and litigation. The origin Of the fire has
not been ascertaincd. loss estimated at
100000.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27
Docket Case No.
TN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE UNITEI
i States for the WeStern District of Virginia

docket Case No.
TN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE UNITED
i States for the Western District OF Virginia.
In the matter of Robert w. Briggs bankrupt
in Bankruptcy.
At sHarrsonburg, on the 22d day of September,
A. D.. 1877.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Please to take notice hereby, that Petition has
been to wit on the 9th day of May a. d.l677, filed
in said Dist. Court by Robert W. Briggs, OF Clarke
Co., Va, in said District, who has been here
tofore duly declared Bankrupt under the Act of
Congress entitled AN Act to establish more
uniform system of Bankruptcy throughout the
United States" approved March I'd, 1867, for dis
charge and certificate thereof, from all his debts
and other claims provabe under said act, and that
the 18th day of Oct. d., 1871 before C. D: Gray,
one OF the Registers of said Court in Bankrupt
cy at his office in Harrsonburg, Va, in said dis
trict is the time and place assigned for the hear,
ing of the same, when and where you may attend
and show cause, if any you have why the prayer
of the said petition should not be granted.
You also hereby notified, that the second
and third meetings Of the creditors of said Bank
rupt will be held at the same time and place.
C. DOUGLAS GRAY,
sept 27-2w Reg. in Bankruptcy.
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We wish It an abundant success.

DEATH OF DIR. DUNCAN.-Rev. James A
Duncan, President of Randolph Macon Col
lege, died at Ashland, near Richmond, on
Monday morning last, aged about AZ years.
He was ripe scholar, an eloquent pulpit
orator, genial companion, and a devoted,
self-sacrificing Christian.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27

DIR. HARPER:-Your Electric Compound has Civ
en- me entire satisfaction Every person who
knows me knows that have suffered for four OF
five years with general Neuralgia all through
my whole system. took your compound. and Il
any person wants further evidence as to cure in
my case, let them call upon me at Bridgewater
Va. JOHN +. BRYAN.
July 18th; 1877.
For sale by JAS. HAYNES, West End, near Byers
8 Eakle's Branch Store. Agents wanted in Au
gusta county.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27

EELLOW CITIZENSHIP reply to the above
Il call will define my position on all ques.
lions now agitating the public mind and if you
should elect me will make every effort in my
abuse it. He who tells you the State debt can be
repudiated deceives you either ignorantly or
willfully 1t could only be done in defiance of law
in violation of the Constitution and in contempt
Of our Supreme Court. So you see three insur-
mountabe obstacles in the way. There are but
two possible modes ofsettlement either pay all or
compromise with creditors. 1 am one OF the
many who believe, in your present Strengthened
circumstances you cannot pay all: would there,
of q Commission authorized and empowered to
confer with the Bondholders and uses jail hcnora-
ble Just and legal means to effect an arrangement
byw hich the debt could be reduced to an amount
which we could pay, thereby beneftting both
the debtor ana a. fe am aad nave always
to Convict Labor being allowed in any way to
come in competition with honest labor. desire to
call your attention to the assessm emit we all put
upon our personal property; have heard OF hor-
ses assessed by the owners at fifty dollars selling
for one hundred, and have known sheep assessed
by the owners at dollar and fifty cents, to be
appraised, when killed by Dogs at six dollars,
the vehicles we ride in are generally assessed at
one half and sometimes one third OF their value.
Now is there man in the county CIR State who
will take for his personal property the sum placed
upon the Assessors book by himself and which
he swears is its fair cash value? do not believe
there is. place myself in the same category with
you, and our only excuse is we have been too
thoughtless and careless upon this subject. Now
there is a remedy for this, and if the people
throughout the State will apply it, 1--WE all know
what it is) and if the merchants will be little
more particular in giving their taxes and all per-
sons having an income will give it in, we will
have more money in the Treasury than will be
required to meet all demands upon us. wish to
say one word to the Malone men: see that you
as general thing are opposed to me because
differed with you as to our choice for Governor.
Had concealed my honest convictions or had re-
manned away from our primary meeting, or had
permitted you to dictate to me what line OF poll
cy should pursue lin order to gain your support
ia
purpose) would you entertain any respect for me,
or would you deem me worthy to represent on
in our Legislative Halls The answer is no, and
echo repeats it from every hill top in old Angus
ia. want no man to vote for me thro' friend
ship, and hope none will vote against me thro'
enmity Let your judgments and Convictions and
not your passions and preiudices govern you on
the day of election. Now, my fellow. citizens, 1
have written very plainly to you and after know
ing my views. you see proper to elect me will
be highly gratified, but il / do not will not be
disappointed. knowing as l do that the position
is not bed of roses and how impossible it is to
give satisfaction to ALL
sept. 27-1t JNO. N. OPIE.
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!,777'71

~ AsAsLAsis not easily earned in these times,
VSITT 7but it can be made in three months
N by any one of either sex, in any
V part of the country who is willing
to work steadily at the employ
ment that we furnish. $50 per
week in your own town. You need not be away
from home over night You can give your who're
time to the work. only your spare mom so nus,
day All who engage in it can make money fast.
At the present time money can not be MADE 50
easily and rapidly at any other business IL COSTS
nothing to try the business. Terms and $5 outht
land Maine. July 19-1y
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-27

&c. Hill, C. D. Fishburne and DR.. Dunn
have been nominated by the Conservatives
of Albemarle for the House of Delegates.
Four Districts bOlted.