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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-13
when civil discord first grew high,
And men fell out thew knew not WHY.
Col. JOHN LEWIS PEYToN,

Col. JOHN LEWIS PEYToN,
Dear Sir:-I have Just read with much interest,
your letter OF the 18th inst in regard to the i'm
portance OF establishing in Staunton suitable
place for the reception and preservation of speci
mems secured by the. antiquarian, geologist, &C.,
citizens OF this section OF country where the in
dqst-ious geologist, alone, could soon supply
cabinet that would not only add to the knowledge
but to the wealth OF our community.
l feel sure, sir, that your experience will ena-
BILE you to give proper direction to the project,
and that you will find many lovers OF science who
will be glad of an opportunity to give material
aid in furtherance of the proposed object.
With the assurance OF hearty co. operation on
my part, am yours, truly,
VIM r., RAITT,Js
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-13


There are six announcements for the
House CT Delegates and one for the Senate
in Rockingham. Senate-Capt. John Paul;
House of Delegates-Dr. j. B. Amiss, Jos.
X. Smith. Jno. d. Pennybacker, DR.. S. P.
ii. Miller, James c. Heltze and Col. r. N.
Harrison. Anumber of others are spoken of.
FIRE IN SHENANDOAH CoUNTY.-We
learn that the barn and contents of Mr.. A.
Tripplett, of Shenandoah county, were cn-
tirely consumed on Monday evening last.
There were about 500 bushels of wheat in it,
with other property Of value.
William Cameron, all elder brother OF
Senator Cameron, of Penn. died Oh Mons
day at Lewisburg, Pa.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-13
Foreign News.

The conflict between Russia and Turkey
is still progressing with great deal Of stub
bornness on both sides. There was wild
rumor on Tuesday last that the Russians
had captured Plevna, and that Osman Pasha
had been taken prisoner. The fighting was
reported as terrific and the loss heavy on
both sides. Mehemet Ali had left the centre
Of his army and gone to the left wing, lead
ing to the supposition that an action is i'm
pending near Eski Djuma.
NJ. Gambetta and the publisher of the Re-
publique Franchise were summoned to ap-
pear before the Chamber Of Correctional Po-
lice in Paris Tuesday, but NJ. Gambetta's
counsel being ill, he sent petition asking
for postponement Of the case, and neither
of the accused appeared. The postponement
was refused, entry Of default was entered
against them and they were condemned in
default to three months imprisonment and
fine OF two thousand francs. The public
was excluded from the Palace of Justice,
where the tribunal was sitting. The French
authorities seem anxious to bring on a crisis
by their persecution of NJ. Gambetta. An
appeal will be taken to the judgment of the
Court, which will be heard on the Doth inst.
Five of the principal Republican papers
were seized last evening because of the pub.
LEGATION of a report of the trial. but was only
maintained against the Bien Public. Gam
bctta's object in allowing the judgment to
go by default is to delay the final Judgment
until after the election, when his privilege
as a Deputy will protect him from arrest
and lead to his liberation should he be i'm
prisoned.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-13

1t is very strange that the State will per-
sist in misrepresenting the VIRGINrAN, and
to do SO contradict itself. A few weeks ago
it asserted that the Republican party of vir-
ginia was as dead as Julius Caesar. How
could we perform miracle, and bring it to
life to "fright the souls " Of our adversary ?
We have maintained from the beginning of
this controversy, and maintain now that the
only "repudiation party in Virginia is
that represented by the State. We contend
for the only policy that will forefend ''repu-
diation'' 1t is useless, however, to reiterate
arguments with contemporary that seems to
be afflicted with total blindness as to the
real condition of affairs.
The State knows, too, that there is no
party politics in the present issue-that we
have not considered it in that light at all,
and that no legitimate Interpretation of it
can give partizan phase to it. We favor
an equitable adjustment Of the public debt,
and so declares the platform OF the States
party, and so declares Col. Holiday. He
declares against increased taxation, and so
does the VIRaINIAN. The people will not
submit to further taxation. Gen. Echols,
whom the State lauds, is opposed to in
creased taxation, if we understand him right.
The people of the Valley Of Virginia, with
out reference to parties, oppose increased
taxation, and will elect no man to the Legis-
lature who does not squarely stand on that
platform. If the States views had been laid
before the Convention of the Sth as the basis
of its party's action, they would have been
voted down by an overwhelming majority,
and if Col. Holiday now would come before
the people as the representative Of the States
position, he would never be elected Governor.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-13

At the Baltimore Stock market Wednes-
day Baltimore and Ohio shares sold at I'LL,
closing at llla bid, ll1a asked. Marietta and
Cinncinati bonds were quiet but stronger.
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docket Case No.
DISTRICT COURT OF THE UNITED STATES,
- For the Western District OF Virginia.
in Bankruptcy.
In the matter of c. L. Carter, bankrupt.
Western District of Virginia, IS.
THIS is TO GIVE NOTICE, That on the 18th
day of September, 1877, a Warrant of Bankruptcy
issued out OF the District Court of the United
States for the Western District OF Va, against
the estate of C. L. Carter, OF MuseviIle, in the
county Of Pittsylvania in said District, who is
adjudged bankrupt on his own petition That
any property belonging to such bankrupt, to him
or for his use, and the transfer Of any property
by him, are forbidden by law and that meeting
debts and choose one or more assignees, will be
held at at Court of Bankruptcy, to be holden at
Early, ESQ, Register in Bankruptcy for said Dis
trct the 2lth day of September, A. d., 1877, at
IL O'Clock M. A. s. GRAY,
sept 13-3w U. s. Marsha for said Dist.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-13

MASS MEETING IN SHENANDOAH.--On
Monday last one OF the largest meetings held
for many years in the lower valley, conven-
ed at Woodstock. Not only were there
many citizens from Shenandoah, but the adj
joining counties sent large delegations.
The meeting was addressed by Judge AL
len and Mr.. Riddleberger, of Shenandoah. and
Col. r. T. Fauntleroy, of Winchester, in favor
of REIMBURSEMENT, and by Geo. Rye, in oppo-
sition to it. After the speaking, resolu-
lions of which the following is a synopsis,
were adopted with but two dissenting voices:
Resolved by the people Of Shenandoah
County in general meeting assembled to
consider the Public Debt of Virginia.
LIST. That they are in favor Of such read
justment Of the obligations of the Common
wealth as, in the language OF the conserva-
tive convention which met in Richmond on
the Sth of August last, will bring the pay
me,st of interest upon our entire indebtedness
| Dithin the resources of the State dertUed from
the present rate of taxation and do equal
Justice to all classes Of our creditors"
The second resolution declares that. the
people of Virginia have right to insist on
such establishments and gives the reasons there :
for. Its length precludes its publications
in this issue.
3rd. That they recognize as the Just debt
of the present State of Virginia two thirds of
the debt as il was at the time of secession.
And that Virginia should not be held to pay
interest on any part of the same during the
war, nor during the period of military re-
construction, when she was denied the pow
err and privilege OF managing her own con-
erns, of levying taxes protecting her
people and of providing the means for the
payment OF the interest.
4th That the discrimination made between
the creditors of the State by the several acts
funding the public debt whereby a part OF
them secure full interest, while one third
get nothing, is as discreditable to the State
as it is unjust to her creditors; and due
gard for the honor and fair fame of the one,
and the just rights and equal merits of the
other, alike demands REIMBURSEMENT that
will consolidate the obligations of Virginia,
give uniformity to the price of her securi-
ties, and annihiate all distinctions between
either the bonds or their holders.
The 5th resolution endorses the conserva'
tive nominations, and approves the sent-
mcnts of Mr.. Holidays letter.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-13
GRAND CAVE ILLUMINATION
Sabbath School Jubilee,
AND LA w N PARTY.

Saturday, September 18th, 1877.
The Celebrated Cave OF Fountains, near the
line of the Valley Railroad, will be brilliantly il
Illuminated on Saturday. Sept. 18th. On the same
day Sabbath School Festival composed OF all
the Sabbath TchoolS of the several denomtnat
ions, will be held on the Camp Ground Iear
WeyeFs and the Fountain Caves. At the same
time a LAWN PARTY will be held in Mr.. Pr
keys yard, making programme OF enjoyment for
the day OF unusal interest and attractiveneSs.
Rev. John 8. Martin. D. D., OF Stanton, and
John j, Latferty, of the Richmond Christian Ad
vocate, will be present and address the people on
this occasion.
The price of admission to the Cave on this &C.
casion OF its illumination will be greatly reduced
so as to afford everybody an opportunity of seeing
some OF the hidden wonders OF the world to great
advantage. Refreshments of all kinds, except,
Of course, Intoxicating drinks, will tie served by
the ladies'.
THE HARRISONRURG BAND
and the best Vocalists OF both sexes will be pres
ent to heighten the enjoyment OF the occasion,
which is confidently expected to be season OF
rare pleasure.
Rs- A large share of the profits of the Cave Il
Elimination as we'll as the small profits OF the re-
freshments sold by the ladies', are intended for
religious OF church purposes.
Come one and all, and help to make this great
day.
Reduced rates over the C. 4 o. and the v. r. R
from StauntOn and HaTrisOnburg and intepmedi-
ate stationshave been secured Also the ,amplest
transportation from Cave Station to the ground at
sept 1s-it COM, OF ARRANGEMENTS.
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r commissioners Sale Of
~ Valuable Lots.

~ Valuable Lots.
Acting as Commissioners, under decree of the
Circuit Court of Augusta entered at the June
term, 1877, in the cause of Summerson VS.. Rich
ardsons EXT, will offer at public auction, i'll
front OF the Court House in the city OF Staunton,
on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9th, 1877,
at o'clock, p. m.
A NUMBER OF OUT LOTS
belonging to the estate of S. "A. Richardson, decd,
a part OF them fronting on the road leading from
Staunton to Montgomery Hall, and a part Of them
lying and near the C. & o. R. R., Immediately
west of the city. For size and description &C. call
on the undersigned.
TERMS.-So much may be necessary to pay
costs of suit and sale will be required in cash,and
the balance credit of one, two and three
years, the purchaser executing bonds, with ap-
proved personal security, bearing interest from
day of sale land title retained ultimate security
WIN. j. NELSON,
JNO. W. STOUT.
sept. 13-tdS Comm'rs.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-13
A New Move.

"Many Votcrs'' from Nottaway county:
in the Farmville Mercury, Of the 9Th inst,
propose new departure in politics. After
denouncing the present organization of the
Conservative party as ''decrepit and ring
ridden" and claiming that it should no
longer prolong its s'evil existence" plat
form is laid down-1st to support the ad-
ministration of President Hayes and its poll
cy of equal justice to all sections of the
Union, and I'd the redemption Of the State
debt at it's market value OF the LIST of jan
uary, 1877, new loan to be negotiated for
the purpose, changing the constitution for
that purpose. The following ticket is then
put forward For Governor, James Barbour,
of Culpeper; Ii. Governor, Michael g. Ha--
man, of Augusta; Attorney General, W. r.
Mckinney, of Prince Edward.
Col. Harman, in card in the Richmond
Wing, declines the honor proposed, and
while regrctting the result Of the balloting
in the late Convention, says he stands to his
parry.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1877-09-13

x II
Good Calicoes at 5, and &c per yard.
Laurel D. Cotton at &c yard.
Bleached Cotton at SC. yard.
Unbleached Cotton at &c yard
Splendid Thread 200 yards, Sc a SPOOL
Good Pins. Boa paper or papers for 5cts
Best Needles, 5 cts paper.
Linen Towels, 10cts each.
Bingham Parasols, 20 cts each
Bale Cotton (all numbers), 81 10 bale
Three pair of good socks for 25 cts.
Three pair of good stockings for 25cts.
Six nice handkerchiefs for % cts.
GOOD Isle Thread Gloves, I5e pair.
Lincn-faced Paper Collars, 10 cts a box
Gents Calico Shirts. 40 cts each.
Gents Neck Ties, l0cts each.
u Dozen Agate Buttons, Sc the lot.
Best Machine Oil, 10 cts bottle
Best Lead Pencils, 10 cts dozen.
Best Note Paper cts quire.
Best Envelopes (ali colors), &c a package
Best Shoe Strings, SC a dozen.
Best Shoe Polish, 15c bottle.
Best Mucilage, 1Oc bottle.
Good CorSetS So a pair.
A Box OF Nice Note Paper and Envelopes Ber I2c
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-06-12
PETTIT'S PISTOL PRACTICE.

Hrh Louisa Turner, the lady who was shot by Ebert
Petit the 9th inst, sufficiently recovered to
appear the Fityseventh Street Court yesterday and
mako complaint against her assailant She seemed
however, to be suffering yet, and It only with
assistance that she moved about She made an afl-
davit in about these words-
ION tho evening OF the 9th Of June At about the
hour OF halipast seven, informed that Petit was
the hall door OF my residence No. 276 9ourth ave.
nue., and had asked 10 see me- went down stairs TO
500 him. As l opened tho hall door he suddenly
= pistol flash, then heard the report and iet a
pain, caused by the wound the pistol ball made Ia my
eit thigh. Petit then raise right
waA tho pistol thought he going 10 shoot
lgain threw up my hands and cried. DON'T Don'tp
Petit looked At me, opened tho door and FASTENED
way."
The tho lady pressed the charge is on account
" the strange way In which her has been used In
The papcra She states she came TO court because she
had been untustly dealt WITH and DESTROYS to
hold her good name. Pettit's folks sought her out
shortly after the shooting and great
nj the sons mad act. They all hold her The highest
esteem ana can vouch Tor her correct behavior WINE
she boarded with them. She says Petit has
eeved any encouragement from her, and that 1t is
probable rs well as untrue, that she, SO much hiss
Denior, could feel great liking for him. His past
life she also thinks would be against her caring
him. Sne says he committed a offence some time
ago. Of what character che did not explain. She quito
} nice looking lady, aged about thlrt yscven, Is evil
fentv much annoyed ut The notoriety Petit has
brought her into ana displayed great nervousness
accounted Tor by tins her first appearance III police
court.
Petit is about twerty-ceht years old. He had but
little 10 say. HIS dAiial couched III the iolowi ny
Anguagc:
Il am not guilty, and dou't remember any OF tho
circumstances connected with this case. have known
tho complainant Tor some time, about Iour or Two
months. am not related 10 her. When the shooting
oox place l was intoxicated and not in my right
senses. +"
The Judge committed the prisoner, without bail
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-06-12
BlGAMUUS BRUNO.

six weeks ago Bruno 4. Chederski was arraigncd
before Judge WandcI on charge OF abandonment pre-
ferred by MS wife, Joscpha Chcdersk. He required
TO produce So week ior her support, and was put
under $500 bonds to insure IT, No bail being forth
coming Chcderski was sent to Blackweli's Island.
During the first week OF his Incarceration he wrote
asking her forgiveness Mrs. Chcdcrski then went 10
Judge Wande ana begged or her husbands discharge.
Judge Wandcll refused 10 grant IT, believing that Mrs
Chederski was acting njudicousiy. Not satsned she
went with Counsellor schoss 10 Mr.. Kellogg. the
Superintendent OF the Charities aud CORRECTION Depart
ment al Eleventh street ana hiru avenue Mr ke-
logg listened to Mrs. Chcderski who said that she
could not see her husband locked up. ami At supern
tondeDt Kcllogg's request Chcdcrski discharged
To rcquite his we's generosity, tue ION Of May
Choderski married a woman named Ida Maria Theresa
BruoKmoer, discarded his nrs vile altogether
was arrested about Ave O'Clock sunday morning.
and committed in 81 900 bait charge OF bigamy.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-06-12
OBLIGING A STRANGER.

''wcl, sir, what do for your" said Judge Smith
1t the Tombs Police Court, yesterday, addressing a
seedy looking individual who leaned half the rail.
ing, staring at the prisoners passing to and fro.
'Oh. nothing, Your Honor thcj. ] only dropped In
10 see what was going just come IRON the coun-
Try thicl, and tho1gnt Ia like 10 take Hook the
prison.
I'VE are always anxious to oblge our friends, said
Tho judge, smiling y" presume ycu would hko W have
IN extended view ="
"0h, nev-~- never mind" replied the stranger
vigorously cnGeavo rng 70 steady himself and turning
rine pale as II just realizing that perhaps he bad
been u little rash entering a police court under
The influence OF liquor, "a guess IN 20"
"hs no trouble at ALL" said the magistrate
dandy; here officer take the gentleman down
md extend tho courtescs Of the prison MN for vo
iavq't
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-06-12
MUNICIPAL NOTES.

Mayor Ely was absent from the City Hall yesterday
N . visit TO tho charitable institutions in company
sitn Lord Clarence Pngct
City Chamberlain Tappan last week received
e7S6635 II and paid out 81. 26s, SOC 81 The balance
remaining In The City Treasury June i yeas
bl.l27,337 10.
Comptroller Kelly paid yesterday To the Tninn Home
and School Tor the maintenance and .daetun ~ or.
phans OF soldiers $1,000 So rur-Upor. ~ ct u
he Legislature.
The days loated from the Guy na. III, faa, II,
compliment to Governor Robinson.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-06-12
A sHERlFF's FEES REDUCED.

Tho Supervisors OF Kings county yesterday passed
he resolution reducing the rate OF board paid tho
Sheriff Tor prisoners twenty per cent This resolution
Also provides Tor similar reduction oil the amount
now paid to the asylums and private institutions for
The maintenance OF pauper chiorcn committed by the
youAty thereto
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-06-12

SALES AT AUCTION.
4 rcrioS SALE. THIS TUESDAY, N0RNfNd,
SUPERB 'n aorsefI 8 3 'SsSSfsasrryRE.
NO II VEST AZ FIVE sSGs sp srH AVS
ssspw.y four ,sS.d "A octave p.nS,ors
real imported Bireas Figures. Painting. By
s ana n rS s
suits LOUNGES Tables, Mirrors. Clocks bookcases solid
y S.r pas 1 rsp ana Is sais.
'sp .s si os ."s. 3 S.s ss
way stage to ~ Yves, ialh s. c.s,,. -
Goods packed II desired ''''' '''''"'''
A hT.-sPEcIAL
Superb modern American and Forsg.
Oh Paintings
the latest Se.. artists
consigned by themsslve.
foreign artists never Ssiors sxh,S.sd including several
works from tho late eek, sxh, vi =. tho
Academy q Design.
schsncs Ar, Gallery 90 Liberty St.
THURSDAY and az Friday iy June "A and IS.
EDWARD scnEScK. Aucsionesr.
A -rUNIs JOHNSON, AncrloNhEa
on THIS DAY. JUNE =; AZ 10Y O'CLOCK,
AZ our saesroom 81 Nassau St.,
LARGE sNLE OF HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE
Brussels and ingram Carpets ocoths three superb second
hand p"ror suits together With two ane Bstoo suits
Furniture Of all KINDS. one safe; also
Hnc Mortsng and Boring Machlne; also tho is years'
Aiso % antique bronze Chandeliers.
Two magnificent Pier Mirrors
n Auction sale THIS DAY commencing at
Of Ks o Ess e. s" wc. s e. near TN
fz;Eiegant stenway Pianovrte do upright. rarlor
sus IN satin eote!inc and ane Bronze ~ ures. %,
Tables Centre do, Jardnie'es, hookstands pceessas
WardrObes
rep rep suits 1ha' M0es r. Clocks .nromss snTfavng
Blankets, &c. Dining Furniture. Extension fables Buffet
pier Mirrors 10 Carpets &C. B. K MARTIN, Anctioneor.
n ,u rETER BOWIE; Aue,lonoer,
At the auctiol rooms corner Sh - nd University place
10 whom Il may concern.
quantity of ir- ported Buckskns and blue Cloth
used by piano manufacturers, pay storage, Ac BY
der W. Henry
4 As. DINGEE. AUCrIoNEnK
p East l4tn ST. between Broadway and 9TH will soil
this aay Tuesday; ~ u o'ciocs NJ. nne Chamber
Bureaus washs.ands Pillar, Extension aud marbe top
Msas Book s'ss
Crockcry, Glass and siverpiated Ware. Cutlery, &c.
Honsekccpers and others Invited
A GEO W. KELLER AUCTiONEER
n. Art Galleries. SO and So Liberty st.
FRENCH CLOCKS. BRoSzEs, CHINA TEA SETS. &U.
on TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY.
June II. ~. Il. ut u O'Clock.
A UCTION.-CLosiNG our sALE.-JANksA UTLEY,
st. Tuesday june H. At lol A. ~ Household Furniture
&C. also elegant Upright Showcase ana lot OF Office Fur
n.ture.
UcTIOY SALE OF NATIVE AND FOREIGN BIRDS.
~. 1877 II o'clock. Mt - cortmnat ST.. New York
large and rare assortment native and oreirn Birds,
mounted On stands and glass shades ". ELLIOT. Auc-
u neer
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-06-12

DANoRAMA FOR sALE.-A BEAUTIFUL NEW PAN.
orama never used; scenes all oyer the world
England Ireland. scotland. France SPAN Germany
Rome knssia China. &c. IL scenes. painted by r. L.
York city
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1877-12-01
NnIIannI HnteI.
,AIIne windsor.
Cioud Rnnnrrnnf INC Alns.

Among the most exquisite scenes
which delight the eye OF the European
traveller are those wonderful rose. col.
ored cloud. banners, floating from the
Alpine cliffs. But 1t is only In the sun.
light that nature hangs out these beau
tiful tokens. So it IL only in the glow
Of heallh-the sunlight OF our inner
being-that nature reveals those phys.
zeal cloud-hanners, the "rosy cheekn
and "cherry lip,p to praise which ev-
cry poet OF the earth has invoked the
Muse to aid him. But they are as rare
as the cynical Hood conceived christian
charity TO be. Woman, eager to retain
this charm, resorts to French art and
rouge. The effect is similar to that
which would be produced by substitute.
ing auctioneers' flags for the delicate
glowing cloud.banners Of the Alps. II
woman would aid nature instead of
adopting art would seek health instead
OF veinIy trying to mask disease, she
would not only win the greatest
charm of w0msnhoOd-heallh but
she would avert much misery both
from herself and others. DR.. Pierce's
FevoriLe Prescription has received the
highest praise from thousands Of pale,
delicate, suffering women. One bottle
often affords more relief than months
o! treatment 10y caustics and other
medicines. II is harmless in any con-
ditiGn of the system, and its use often
renders the modest invalid eXemp;
from that most trying Of ordeals--a
personal consultation with physician.
1t is the duty Of every woman to be.
come familiar with the causes and
symptoms OF the many diseases to
which her peculiar organization rem.
dera her liable, and also to learn the
proper mesns Of preventing these nal
aides The p Opie's Medical Adviser
contains an extensive treatise upon
woman and her Diseases The au-
thor also advises courses Of domestic
treatment, which will often render the
services or physician unnecessary. !
Every woman should read it. a copy
Of the Adviser can be obtained by ad- !
dressing the author, DR.. A. V. Pierce, |
at Buffalo, \ Y, Price 81 80 postage
prepaid. Favorite Prescription is sold
by Druggists.