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Connecticut western news., 1878-07-18
Method of Curing Indigestion.

An editor who had suffered severely from dyspepsia, describes the following method of cure: Doctors said that vegetable acids would aggravate, as I was suffering from acidity, but should take carbonate of soda and ammonia alkalis. My inclination for vegetable acid was, however, so strong that at last I took lemon juice with every meal, a total of from one to two ounces daily. In three months I was cured of my dyspepsia. Being anxious to make my remedy useful, tried it on few fellow sufferers. After recording several re- markab1e instances of cure he adds {: /" Citric acid, the concentrated prepara- tion of lemon juice, is cheaper, more portable, and equally eficacious as fresh lemon juice, and pleasanter than pre- served juice. When using the lemons skin them before they are squeezed. Avoid diluting with water or eating sugar with the lemon juice, for the saccharine matter exhausts the strength of the digestive acids of the stomach. The in- troduction of citric acid into the body probably favors the development of the gastric juice. Citlic acid and pepsine are ferments not of the hurtful nature of yeast, but such as the body requires.
 Hence the folly of neutralizing the acids of the body with alkali, for the body re- quires free acids for the proper digestion of the food. In the cases given the sufferers generally adopted farinaceous, frugiverous and vegetable diet, as twice the quantity of lemon was required on the flesh diet they were accustomed to. The essential oil of lemons contained in the skins is injurious"
Connecticut western news., 1878-07-18
: The Second Bull Run. n.

General James Longstreet, of the Con federate Army was witness before the Fitz John Porter investigation. He stated that his residence is now at Gainesville, Ga. His testimony was as follows: ~- -. s-...
 General Jackson's force on the 28th of August, was about 22, GOO men, and he was east of Thoroughfare Gap, and I was at Thoroughfare Gap with 25, 1000 men divided into divisions of three brigades each. The troops were in fine condition. My troops were marching to the support of Jackson on the afternoon
 of the 18th. Three brigades got through Hopewell Gap that night, and the Federal forces on the east of the Gap abandoned their position. My troops then took direct road to Gainesville and then straight to Jackson's command,
 marching three miles an hour after the artillery firing was heard, and reaching supporting distance to Jackson at about o'clock a. m. General Hoods l troops were deployed at once. Kemper's
 three brigades were thrown in the direction of Manassas Gap Railroad and other troops were in supporting distance.
 There was no cavalry with me, but all the cavalry of the army was with Jackson.
 All of my troops were in position by II.
 The troops under Anderson were along the Warrenton Pike, 4,OO0 or 5000 strong, and joined Longstreet's forces at dark. " H -...-.l.. e-t... a. The Mcdowell map was shown. to the witness, and he said the position on it of his and Jackson's forces at 12 o'clock that day is generally correct. He looked at General Warren's map, and said his left was three or four hundred yards from Jackson's right, and the general direction of his line was also pointed out. He continued: 4.ts-.t s.,.., ..p sr-a+ -u know of no terrific battle raging that day from daylight till after dark. If | there had been I should have known it.
 General Lees plan was for me to bring on an engagement, and I asked time to make reconnaissance, which I did, and l deemed the plan hazardous from seeing large numbers of troops in front of me, | which afterward leafned were those of Generals Porter and McDowell. Because 1 of the woods in front of me I thought my position good one for defence. In view of the impenetrable woods, it would have been very hazardous for General Porter to take his command around the road to Grovetown, and if he had attempted it his forces would have been broken up.s General Porter's position checked my forces till it was too late. If General Porter had attacked that day any, time after 12 o'clock, my forces would lave annThi1ated him., for rhe Federal lines were then too much ex- tended and d;sjointed. The battle on the 30th was brought about by an attack on Jackson. saw heavy masses of troops pressing the latter, and instead of obeying an order from General Lee to reinforce Jackson, I placed batteries in position and poured an enflading fire against the troops. They fell back three times, when I finally charged and dis persed them, following until 10 p. m.
 If General Porter had made an attack on me on the 29th, could have held him without drawing from the rest of the army s ss-.. tf Q. s- z s- ss <. .s.s.-.
Connecticut western news., 1878-07-18
l3.i's ,'-N N-.. '.' A Big Grasshopper.

The Stockton tCal. Independent tells about the boss grasshopper as follows
 "The most monstrous grasshopper we have ever seen is on, exhibition at the office of F. M. West, County Treasurer. It is preserved in alcohol, and was cap. tured some time s1nce near Copperopolis. It is nearly six inches long, and it's body is an inch and quarter in depth, while its head is as blg as man'a thumb. The legs are as large as lead pencil at the body, and about four or five inches long. The enormous body is quite translucent, and it's ribs can be distinctly seen.
Connecticut western news., 1878-07-18
gro MY CHILD IN HEA YEN

And dhast thou been one month in Heaven, my And am I then, mother to one of those Who wait upon the throne of God ,l methinks Ii could pierce, only one little space of time! ol olThyough the thick veil that hides thee from my e'' 'S'' sight, gjI'H l. .RI'' And see thee there, all glorious as thou3a art; II II could catch even the faintest strain v ii of that celestial song to which thine ear IS snow attuned, ,-I would submit: nay, more, I'd thank thea IFathef, ,seven through blinding ss'If .si cart that istj'~ thou ,dia.s ,h Me worthy of such honor. But, ah, me! .Thegheshtscweak. And did love thee 'so,A |, AzyGhadh And Fdid take such great delight 1aEal1ithose ways Which only mothers know. z, And did pride e pe s. so 9n P, thins unfolding Yfoniise aud did bulk, such hopes, high hopes, Gf what wed De. each to the other, as asadoL The growing years rolled on Butone short,
 dreadful
 Bay, and thou vert dust before mine eyes,
 and now c zsZ
 My arms are empty, and my heart cries out Cohtinually in agony of pain. ,,,.. ...Tr-.r! for-~hen I call thy name, through endless
 space Ehere comes no answering sound and, when
 lift '7FsaE 7' My arms imploring, they clasp empty air; And.when ! raise mine eyee,the midnight stars Flash back their cold, eternal brightness, AsssHe monday sun mocks at my grief, s@ Is it so, then2 Is this great tragedy
 Of life and death but mockery? and does Nature laugh through all her secret places, And toss in pasttme, souls, mere playthings of
 her will? ...-.z.r, Long ages back, one sore distressed, and ssas4 .q burdened s-,-. aI..f s5a4a a' Y With sorrows weight, left upon record, this Question, pregnant for all the coming years :.d 'sn man die, oh l shall he live again ?" ~ %. And while pray, ,. se Unfold to me this mystery, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth:" alhia vision rises on my sight,-a crown .S Ofthorus, pierced side, a cross uplifted, And, in the midst one like the Son of Man. While down through year on year, and age on Rings clear and strong voice triumphant ls ~ am he that oYercomethl have .tfa.al so Met and conquered Death. CT, o. Death thou mighty oneI thou strong and e7s Irs terrihlei .asi.6o . > . asa H ! Twas not'to thee alone that we resigned The little one when the dark waters bore Her from our sight. One mightier than thou Rode on the surging pillow, and to our e-z Aching hearts the promise came, 'tIn me she Shall have life." o blessed life o glorious -IIY hope! .A&kd Ee.Ii At t- Our darling lives, in Heaven. a
 A MOTHER. METHUEN, MASS. a3a3 ] .4.ss
Connecticut western news., 1878-07-18

j :, A laborer named Mistlebrook, "A < member of the sect called Peculiar Peo. | pie, who do not believe in medicines,I was tried in London for killing his iiiii 2, fant son, who died from whoopingl cough. The prisoner had neglected to call in medical aid, and had he done so the child's life might have been saved. The evidence was not sufficient to sustain the charge.
Connecticut western news., 1878-07-18
Yours only,

.rI IDA DARRELL.
 Need we say these TWO WORDS were all sufficient that the happiest result inn aginable ensued ?-Halls6oro', ~. H.. MeSSenQer. .g....7J -9 ........
Connecticut western news., 1878-07-18
,i HuSB NbSnA.MD 'ItHis WIEEssys', 5. ssS !,

atnlti owl tlyu hSrrrw u,A av .saeiuyH le ha". h,lis tEFom the aGernanld lo saipi hae ,ru'i in H,liMyhldl iuods io ajs, 'a HOW, in dtt HttIe boat,H aah'@eh e'.s.' sno,
 RigHtsafety J9utTety ser gte SsesiT iT"as"l ~
 And pass sRe' 'threeshings rocks ? Hsksd agn
 Row thou iOsl &nsRsfsa sssauiS, sf" ,Iss %s",s -.~.aHu Hru sH .~ohaha stll tt How can life's dangers we fdrestg aeowi That us from early youth'5esttyaia ssHs.
 And all our miseries ? asked he;;,n sa'is
 "sleep thou, softly answered she., .a ,,sS ..r.t.,i ui .ayl sra III. 8 sw bass hlsHucn How can, through the years long chain, We beauty's favor still retain. e,lly ytiguc
 Without love potion's aid asked he-o oW1
 "Love thou" softly answered. she I s5sHz
Connecticut western news., 1878-07-18

Editors do not do wreng-they do
Connecticut western news., 1878-07-18

Having read the missive she did not hand it to her cousin. '-. ,<
 The next mail from Long Branch to New York carried MT. Pearsons reply to his letter. It was very brief mere ly AylJ
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

"MozIs ADDUMs" AND THE PHoNo
aRARE.-In . letter of st. Andrew
written to the Farmville mercury, Of
which he is editor, says:
"While in New York our old friend
DR.. G. w. Bagby, secured monopoly
of the photograph or talking machine
for the State Of Virginia. The Doctor
proposes to lecture all over the State
giving practical photographic and tele-
phonic illustrations. Such lecture
adorned by the wit and eloquence of the
accomplished doctor. is certain to be
| popular. Who would not travel miles
to see the telephone and phonograph in
actual operation? I hope the Doctor
will start his campaign in Farmville
where he is always welcomed by hosts
of admiring friends"
The State of Saturday says the above
statement is erroneous-that exclusive
rights are not given, but the phonograpf
is sold to whoever will purchase, and
the owner can exhibit it wherever ht
pleases. DR. B., during his recent visi
to New York, gave an order for pho
nograph suitable for public exhibition
and expects to have it here in a fewdays
1t is probable that he will also exhibi
| the telephone.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23
Fun and Fancy.

Spring poetry: Her cheeks were very
ruddy, and the streets were awful mud
dy and she loudly shricked "Oh thun-
derv as her feet flew from under. 1t
was really very shocking, for she show
ed her striped stocking.
This is the season of the year when
carpets and hand-organs are turned
and also the cold shoulder when you
ask credit for pair of light cashmere
pants.
Working for bare life-making shirts
for babies.
"Do Editors even do wrong" "No.'
"What do they do?" "They do write
Beauty and booty" was the cry Of
the young man, who kissed the girl and
was kicked by her father.
A gentleman who had been struck by
young lady's beauty has determined
to follow the injunction and kiss the
rod that smote him."
The tendency of clubs in all times has
been to destroy ouryouth. Hardly had
our first ancestors been driven from
Eden before Able, young man, was
killed by club.-Er.
EVERY cloud has a silver lining
But that is no consolation, after all
when you reflect that things are neve
worn with the lining side out.-Haa0k
eye.
The Oil City Derrick has its opinion
of persons who use Latin. There is tn
phrase "ad aayan;tuma." No man VIII
spells item with "u," nit thinks, shoul'
set himself up as Latin scholar.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

7 HE TEXAs-PACIFIC RAILROAD
The Washington correspondent of the
Richmond Dispatch under date Of Sat
urday last, says -
Colonel Tom Scott il here, and ]
hear that he is confident of carrying
through the Texas Pacific bill this ses-
sion. The fight will be first made in
the Senate, and Messrs. Ransom and
Lamar are now among its most active
friends in that body from the South. A
petition, signed by two hundred of the
xailroad-men of Alabama, was received
to-day by Mr.. Herbert, of that State
They urge him to work and vote for the
Texas-P Pacific bill. Petitions from the
cities, corporations. anal commercial
bodies of Georgia are pouring in upon
the Georgia delegation. They all regard
this rout as of the highest importance to
tie South. AS yet, however, Senator
Ben. Hill has not taken position in ia.
vor of the bill. 4 LETTER from San Die
go says that they have loV 49, feet OF
water on the bar in that harbol, which
is Is inches more than was shown by
tIis Government survey of twenty years
age" Ehs letter is in reply to the asser.
ton that the hafEar is filling up"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

THE HITCH IN EUROPE.-The
"hitch'' in the negotiations for con-
gress is the latest phase of the Anglo
Russian controversy. Germany now
proposes that England and Russia
simultaneously Withdraw from the
neighborhood of Constantinople. One
account says they have agreed to the
principle of the proposition, but are
undecided as to the localities to which
to withdraw. Another, that England
will reject the proposition.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

COMMISSIONERS SALE OF VALU-
~ ABLE REAL ESTATE.-Pursuant to de-
cree OF the circuit court of Rockingham county,
Va rendered on the 18th day of March, 1878, in
the chancery cause therein pending in style
Jacob Earnsberger's Elk 'ors VS.. Williams Wise
and Others the Undersigned Special Commits
sioners Of said court, appointed for that pur-
purpose, will offer for sale at public auction,
upon the premises, on
Thursday, the 18th day of May, 1878,
the reversiOnary interest of the estate of Jacob
Harnsberger in the whole, OF much as shall
be necr Ssary, of that most valuable and deslra-
BILE Farm of which said HarnSberger died seized,
which was set apart to his widow as her dover,
and upon which she now resides. The estate
to be sold is the fee simple in remainder of
said land, subject to the life estate of Jacob
Harnsberger'S widow, who is a very old lady,
Said land lies partly in Rockingham and partly
in Augusta, on the waters of North River, and
adjoins the lands of Daniel Senger, John Ruff.
Morgan Hogsett, John Harnsberger, and John
Zimmerman. 1t contains 800 Acres and
2 Foods.
This area is admirably divided into arabic,
meadow, pasture, and timber lands. The farm
has on it a large Brick Mansion House, -
Barns, Corn Crib, and other necessary HEsH
out-buildings. It has upon it an orchard, - ssE.
good Kitchen garden, and other requisites to
comfortable and desirable Home.
TERMs.-So much cash in hand on the day OF
sale will pay the costs of suit and sale, the
residue in three equal annual payments from
the day of sale, and bearing interest from that
day,-the purchaser to give bonds with good
personal security, and the title to be retained
as ultimate security.
+. A. DAINGERFIELD.
THOMAS G. ELDER,
Commissioners.
E. NJ. CUSHING, Auctioneer. apr23-tds
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

" IRGENIA-IN VAoArIoN.-In the Clerks
v Office. Circuit Court for Augusta county,
April Goth, 1878:
The Merchants National Bank OF Baltimore,
tors of the original Defendants, NJ. G. Hartman.
ii. w. Shelley, A. w. Hartman, and J. Bum
gardner, Jr., as may come In and contribute to
costs and expenses OF suit plaintiffs,
against
Lewis Harman, Executor of Michael G. Har-
man and Caroline v. Hartman, widow, and
Lewis Hartman, Asher w. Hartman, Jr., Alex
ander Hartman, Robert G. Eve and Willie H.
kerans his wife, Thomas Opie and Sall1e Ople.
his wife, and John n. Opie, Belle Opie. and
Mamie F. Opie, and Mary NJ. Opie, children OF
Belle opie, decd, heirs-at-law Of Michael 6.
Hartman, deceased, George E. Price, L. A.
Kerans, Robert G. Eve Henry P. Cease, Asher
w. Hartman, Jr., ]. H. Campbell, George A.
son, Lucy NJ: Smith, g: W; Lackey, Robt. G.
Eve, Trustee for his wife, Willie q. Eve, s. T..
Thornburg, William L. Herr, The City of
Staunton, NJ. P. Funkhouser, Alexander Har-
Hartman. and Jacob Warwick. Trustee. James
BuEgardner, Jr., Trustee, in Deed from II. w.
Sheffey, Fl. w. Sheffey and Edmund Coffin, Jr.,
Trustees in Deed from A. w. Hartman and 9TH
ers, Robert j. Glendy, H. w. Shetfey, Trustee in
Deed from r. J. Glendy, and James Bumgard-
ner, Jr.,
IN Ciancery on. Original and amended Bills.
The Defendants. Robert c. Eve and Willie H.
wife, Robt C.. Eve, Robt. G. Eve. Trustee for his
wife, Willie H. Eve, John Larguey, Edmund
Coffin, Jr., Trustee in Deed from A. w. Har-
man and others, not having entered their ap-
pearanee. and ii appearing by affidavit filed
that they are non-residents of this State it is
ordered that they do appear here within one
month after due publication OF this notice, and
do what is necessary to protect their interest.
j. N. RYAN, crk,
Thomas d. Ransom, Pa. apr23-4t
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

A CLERGYMAN INDICTED.-Rev. Geo.
B. Vosburgh, pastor of the Madison
Avenue Jersey City, Baptist Church,
has been indicted by the grand jury Of
Hudson county, N. j., charged with
poisoning his wife. The Indictment con-
tains several counts: one charges him
with having put tartar emetic into his
wife's tea; another with having put il
into water designed for her use; third
charges him with having put it into bel
medicines. Vosburgh was arrested
pleaded not guilty, and gave bail in $50,
900 to appear to answer. The trial was
set for May Is.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

The British revenues for the fiscal
year which closed March 31st were
$39S, BIG, 495, an increase of 1881 ,9l5
over the previous year. The chief
sources Of the British revenue were
about one hundred and thirty-seven
millions from excise duties, one hundred
millions from customs, fifty-five mil
lions from stamps, twenty nine millions
from the income tax, thirteen millions
from the land tax, thirty millions post,
office profits, and nearly six millions
telegraph profits.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

The BANKRUPT BILL.-Hon. John
T. Harris, a member of the Judiciary
Committee of Congress, has telegraphed
to an official here that the repeal of the
bankrupt bill is certain, and advising all
parties interested to take notice accord
ingly. His languageis that the bill will
be passed just as soon as it can be reach
ed. The repeal will go into etfectas soon
as the bill is approved by the President.
The fact that he Is q member of the COM
mittee which has been considering the
repeal makes his opinion of importance.
Rich, Dispatch.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

THE NEW Titan MovEMENT.-One
of the most pitiable spectacles lately
forced upon the attention of the public
is the confession of Mrs. Tilton. The
whole Beecher and Tilton subject is
nauseous and revolving, and whatever
the merits Of the case, the public was
ready to let it remain out ofsight, where
it had been for four years, without any
possibility, it was hoped, OF resurrection.
Every one sympathized with this I'M
happy woman, for it was felt that, even
if guilty, she was quite as much sinned
against as SHINING, and was the chief
sufferer in this shameful scandal. Why
the miserable case has been re-opened
must be left to conjecture. The whole
shameful business had passed through
all the legal formalities, and no one ex-
pected or desired to hear of it again.
Those who believed Mr.. Beecher guilty
needed no new evidence, and those who
believed him innocent would not be
convinced by ap y fresh confession of
Mrs. Tilton, who, tits known, has made
contradictory statements.-Bott. Sun.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

HON. C. C. ELLSWORTH BEATEN AND
IN A CRITICAL CONDITION. Detroit,
Mich, April 15.-Congressman Ellis
worth, who is visiting his home at
Greenville. was assaulted this morning
by J J. Shearer, a neighbor, and terri
biy beaten. The external plate of the
frontal bone over his left eye is fractur-
ed, and his condition is critical. It was
reported on the streets for months that
Shearer intended to horsewhip Els
worth and two or three other gentlemen
for alleged interference in his domestic
troubles.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

COMMISSIONERS OFFICE, I
Staunton, Va, April Goth, 1878.
YZIMMERMAN
II VS..
Sterrett.
In pursuance of a degree entered IN the above
STYLED cause at the March term, 1875 of the cir
cult court of Augusta county, will proceed at
my Office, in Staunton, on
Monday, the GOTH day Of Nay. 1878,
to take, state and settle an account showing
which of the debts audited heretofore in said
and the order of priority of thosereniaining un-
paid; and how the fund in this cause after pay
ing costs shall be applied to the debts, of VIM.
any other matters deemed pertinent by myself
or required by any of the parties to be stated.
Given under my hand as Commissioner In
apr23-4t G. NJ. HARRISON, Comm'r.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

SERIOUS ATTAcK.-On Friday sye-
ming last, as Mr.. Edward Coles was re-
turning fiona Charlottesville to his home
on horseback, he WAS suddenly attacked
with illness, and fell ffoM his horse to
the ground, near Mf. Harris' foundry.
He was borne into house close BY
where he remained until wagon was
procured to convey him to his residence
in the country. We understand that
his condition is thought to be critical
| Charlottesville Chronicle.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

A W1NDFALL OF $4,000, OOO.-Mr.
Elias Wentworth, of Elizabethport, N.
j., has fallen heir, it is reported, to an
estate of colossal proportions. His faith
er, many years ago, settled on a large
tract of land, on which the city of Little
Rock, Ark, was afterward partly built.
Twenty years ago suit was brought by
the heirs of the elder Wentworth against
the city to recover the property. The
suit was contested step by step, and
finally the heirs abandoned all hope OF
realizing anything. On Sunday even
ing a gentleman arrived in Elizabeth
port from Little Rock, and, having
found Mr.. Wentworth, conveyed to him
the information that the United States
courts had just rendered decision in
favor CT the heirs. The value of the pro.
perty is said to be over $40, 0O0,0 600.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

KICKED BY A HoRsE.-0n Sunday
morning last whilst 2 little son OF Mr..
.. 4. Shelter was playing III the court
house lot he approached loose horse in
the lot, and some who were near think
he struck the horse with switch: at
any rate his screams soon drew his
father and others to him, who found the
little fellow with his head covered with
blood, having received kick just above
the right eye, making an ugly wound,
which was dressed by .Drs. Patterson
and Trimble At last accounts he was
getting along as well as couid he expect
ed .-Hi0hIdnd Recorder.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

JOHN JASPER AS A LECTURER.
John Jasper, the colored preacher OF
Richmond, who maintains that the
earth stands still, has been engaged by
O party in Richmond to visit the North
ern cities Oh a lecturing tour, and will
start in week or two. This is speculat-
ing upon ignorance, but promises to
nav. as the lecturer has been greatly
advertised by the papers publishing his
absurdities.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-04-23

It is almost inconceivable that any
human creature could be such monster
as to put out little girls eyes with g
hot paker, for the purpose of profiting
by her as a beggar! Yet such case
has come to light in New York. An
italian beggar has charge of the little
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