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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

A PRACTICAL JoKE.-The -Goodson Gazette
gives the following graphic description Of
scene on our streets on Christmas day. 1t says:
IA Good Practical Joke-lt practical jokes are
ever allowable-was perpetrated. on the prin-
cipal thoroughfare of Staunton on Christmas
day. certain young gentleman who has new
er tasted liquor in his life-reader, we are stat
ing the truth. even though you don't believe
such man exists in Staunton-was soberly
walking alone on the sidewalk, when two
friends of his, coming behind him, pinioned
his arms, and at the same moment his soft felt
hat was pulled down over his eyes, and in this
way, struggling and kicking, he was borne
along between the two young bucks, present.
ing to the crowd on the street t. e appearance
of drunkenness in its worst form. Finally he
was thrust, head foremost and heels sticking
out, into an unoccupied carriage"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

Baltimore, Md have used DIR. Bulls Cough
Syrup personally and IN my family for two or
three years, and am prepared to say that there
is nothing to compare to it as q remedy for
Coughs, Colds, etc.-James Corrie, Dentist
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

Neuralgia. rheumatism, Eryspelas, Tumors,
Swelings, Sore Throat, Toothache and all 9TH
er pains and aches are promptly cured by kel-
ler's Roman Liniment. Price 50 cents. Sold
everywhere.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

E. ]. Sullivan has been re-appointed POST
master at Harrisonburg, which Office he has
held for twelve years.
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NOMMTsSIONER,s NOTICE.-In

VON SSESsE EfSHa NO1TVE.-In The
~ Chaas se4y suit of Charles G. Francisco VS..
Iohn A. Lewis OF al. the parties, Plaintiffs and
ceed as my office, at Bath C. H., Va, on
Wednesday,, the Stt day Of January, 1879,
land in the Plaintiffs bill E3cnt ion ad were pur-
chased by the Plaintiff and Samuel Lewis
Jointly rom the Testator Elijah t. Brown, in
his life time, and. End, Whether or not the
purchase money has been fully paid i,y the said
Plaintiff and the said sarn1 lewis, or those
claiming under him. and If not, how much has
been paid, and how much is still due.
Given under my hand this 2nd day of Decem-
ber, 1878.
decl7-4t G. r. MCDANNAI,D Cor,,r
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SOMETHING "NEw UNDER THE SUN."-The
Bridgewater Enterprise in its issue on Christ
mas day, after saying,-"Solomon, we believe
it was, said there was nothing new under the
sun,'-speaks Of that wise man as 1.-THE great
King Of Egypt."
This information is something "new under
the sum-" The Editor must have been in a
..Brown"-study when he committed that lapsus
,esnoe, or he is in Egyptian darkness with
reference to Biblical history. He should awak-
en- his dorment memory. or read his Bible
more.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

DAILY PAPERs.-New York-Baltimore,
Washington and Richmond Daily Papers fur
nished regularly to Subscribers by Hunter &
Co., Booksellers.
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Fifty cases Mems and Boys Kip Boots at low
est prices at G. l.. WELLER'S Boot and Shoe
Store Main Street.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

Magazines and Papers will be supplied to
Subscribers at Publishers rates by Hunter &
Co., Staunton, Va.
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Children's Hats and Caps just received, all
the latest novelties in the above goods at C. l..
WELLER'S, Main Street.
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THANEs.-We return thanks for the following
complimentary notices ofour Carriers Annual
Greeting" annual Greeting to the patrons OF
the taunton Spectator is the most tasteful thing
of the kind from any quarter that we have, seen
and does much credit to the Office from which
it is issued, as well as to all concerned in its
"get up.''-hicss,,ond TKhig.
"Annual Greeting to the patrons of the
Staunton Spectator, Christmas, 1873" Is the IT,
tie of a very handsomely gotten-up carriers
address in which our neighbour has shown
what excellent work he can-do. The address
con tains the two pieces of verse, "The Night
before Christmas" and Christmas Eve,' both
illustrated, and the inside of the covers bear
outs of the Institution and the Asylum.-G Good
co,l (luzeffo
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CEILD BURNED TO DEATH.-On Thursday
week, child, three years old, Of Buck Henry,
about miles from Luray, Page county, whilst
left alone for a short time, was SO badly burned
that death ensued Immediately. When discov-
cred. the child was dead, near the fire, with
most of its clothes burnt Off the body.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

FINE HoGs.-Mr. Gideon Barnhait of this
County killed, a few days ago, five hogs, OF
Maj. Geo. Chrisman's Poland China Stock
which weighed ], 400 pounds. The largest one
weighed 565 pounds,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

The NEW VOLUME OF THE LIVING Ace
The number of LiteL's Living Age for the week
ending Jan. 4th begins its one hundred and for
tieth volume.
In this volume George MacDonald's new and
increasingly interesting serial story, 'Sr Glib
bie." will be continued from week to week un-
til completed; a new SERIAL 1.-THE Brides Pass"
by Sarah Tyler, whose stories what She Came
Through" and REV. Adam Cameron's Visit to
London attracted so much attention in The
Lifting Age. will be begun in January; serial
story, 'The Romance of Calcot House, by
Katharine s. Macquoid author OF PATTY"
etc., Is announced to appear early in the new
year; choice short stories, for which The Lto-
ing Age has become noted, including transla-
tions from the French ETC., will continue feat
ure of the magazine; and through the year,
the leading foreign authors will be represented
in this department of the periodical.
The beginning of a new year is q favorable
time for the beginning of q subscription; and
the publishers still present to new subscribers
for 1879 the six numbers of 1873 containing the
first part of MacDonald's 'Sir Gibbie." Littell
d Gay, Boston, Publishers.
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Hangers Deytsees, de-. VS.. Hangers
the circuit court of Augusta county. entered in
tnls m cause, December 3rd, 1878, shall proceed.
at my office, in Staunton, on
thursday, the End day of Ju,,i.a7y 1879
70 take, state and settle such further account of
me dealings of Marshall Hanger, administra-
t sor c. :. a. o. n. of Peter Hanger, decd as may
decl0-4t JOS. A. WADDELL, Com"r.
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Ladies, if you wish a stylish, perfect fitting
and durable Boot, go to G. L., WELLEK'S Boot
and Shoe Store, Main Street.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

Hand and Machine Sewed Boots and CATERS
for sale low, at C.L. WELLER'S.
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MARRIAGES.

Gentlemen's Slippers, Opera and Plain, at
c. l.. WEIIER'S
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SUDDEN DEATH.-On yesterday morning we
learned of the sudden death of Ben Estill, which
occurred at Andy Crawford near Parnassus, on
last Thursday. The reports are somewhat con-
Trajectory. One report is that he was found in
the road in dying condition and was taken to
Mr.. Crawford's where he died. The other is
that he was sitting at the dinner table, when
he suddenly jumped up complaining OF severe
pain in his back and was taken into another
room and put to bed, where he expired short
while afterwards.
Mr. Estill was about sixty-five years Of age,
and was widely and familiarly known as "Ben"
Estill throughout this and adjoining counties.
He was a school-teacher and was considered
a man of fine mental qualities noted for his ex-
centricities and his pedestrian propensities.-
There is scarcely a family in this county OF
whose hospitalities he had not partaken at
some time during his life, and where he was al
ways welcome because of his fine conversations
al powers, and recollections and anecdotes ofthe
older people of the county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

NnK at the figures on your paper
INDOA and if it is not paid for don't
let Christmas go by without having them
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The Massachusetts Republican jour
nals are in quandary. Their vexation
is amusing. They find it hard to get
settled. They were incensed at Gov
ernor Hampton for demanding of Gov
ernor Rice the rascally Kimpton, who
stole half million from poor South
Carolina and was fugitive from justice
in Massachusetts,. They warmly de-
Tended Governor Rice for refusing to
surrender the aforesaid rascal. They
find themselves In a pickle, now that
Governor Vanzandt, of Rhode Island,
refuses to surrender one kenney, wool
merchant of Providence, to the demand
of the Massachusetts Governor. He had,
it is alleged, swindled some Boston mer-
chants Of 100000. The Governor and
the merchants are mad, but the Rhode
Island Governor initiates precisely Gov
ornor Rice in shielding the Providence
thief. The case seems almost providen-
tial, since it so admirably points the
moral of Massachusetts justice. This
case has been on hand for some days,
but it stands unchanged, and for the
merry Christmas season, that celebrates
the proclamation of peace on earth, to
men of goodwill, the Governor has a
superb chalice poisoned by himself most
Justly commended to his-own lips
Dispatch.
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a CARD.

To all who are suffering from the errors and
indiscretions of youth, nervous weakness, ear
II decay. loss of manhood, &C., will send re-
cine that will cure you, FREE OF CHARGE.
This great remedy wasdiscoyered by q mission,
ary in South America. Send seif-addressed
envelope to the Rev. Joseph L. ihfnsi e oedtton
d. Bible House, New York City. no6 ly
Cbildren,s Conper and Raw Hide Tipped
shoes and Shoes forever ybody, largeand small,
at reduced prices, at G. L. WELLERs Boot and
Shoe Store.
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Moons Administrators VS.. Moons
VNX widow and alS.-In pursuance of de-
cree of the circuit court of Augusta county en-
tered in this cause November Goth, 1878 I shalI
proceed at my Office, in Stauntor, ga
Friday, the 3rd deg o. tzanldyy, 1879,
to ascertain and report the commuted value of
Mrs. Ann y. Moons dover in accordance with
the payments made BY Receiver Aeli 10 Mrs.
Moon on account Of doWefi and what amount
or 1und will remain after the payment of the
be distributed,
GeGlU-4t IOC w A1r,rrr oa...,.
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Holy DAYs.-Last week had a larger number
of holy days of high repute than any other week
of the whole year. "Wednesday was Christmas
day, the leading festival OF the year throughout
Christendonn. Thursday was Stephen s day,
observed in memory Of st. Stephen the first
Christian martyr. Friday was st. Johns day,
honored by Masons especially everywhere
And Saturday was Holy Innocents or Childer-
mas. observed in commemoration of the
slaughter of the children of bethlehem by
Herod. The Catholic and Episcopal churches
observe these days with appropriate religious
services.
ATTENTION! GIRLS AND BoYS.-Mr. Hunter
will lecture again to the Children this CTues-
day. evening at 6H o'clock in the Baptist
Church. The Children will assemble at o'clock
and occupy front seats. All, old and Young
are invited to attend. A collection will be ta-
ken up to aid Mr.. Hunter in his labors.
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THE COUNTY SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT
The author of the Communication signed
County" published in the last Vindicotor does
the SPECTATOR injustice in making theimpres-
sion that it had endeavored in the language Of
his Communication, to "eXculpate the Rich
mand Board" The SPECTATOR has not as yet,
and does not now desire, to become party to
the controversy. 1t merely stated what it un-
derstood to be the facts, and published them
as current news. The account of the meeting
of the seven members of the County Board who,
after voting for Quarles by majority of one
over Hanger, made the vote unanimous, was
furnished by member Of the Board.
We knew nothing of the application of Mr..
Grattan, and were surprised when we saw the
publication that he had been selected by the
State Board. In noticing the fact of his election
the SPECTATOR, with the view of giving the
facts, as they really existed stated that the i'm
preston that "Mr. Quarles had been recon-
mended by the County Board of Trustees" was
erroneous as there were but of the Is mem
bers present.
AS seven does not Constitute quorum of the
Board the fact that seven members expressed
their individual preference for him, did not
make it Recommendation by the County
Board" The action of the seven members re-
cognized this fact at the time, and only inten-
ded to give individual expression Of their
choice.
Though we expected the State Board to ap-
point Mr.. Quarles County Superintendent OF
public schools, in the absence of the knowledge
of the consideration which influenced that
Board to appoint another, we are not prepared
either to approve or to condemn them, but be-
lieve that, the appointment has been made
it would be very unwise for the County Board
which will meet to-day, to take any action
which might be calculated to impair the eff
cheney of the County Superintendent.by excit-
ing prejudices against him, and thus probably
injure the public Schools.
We hope their action will be controlled by
calm judgement and in the best interests of the
public schools,
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PURCHASE OF WAYNEsBoRo' TRIBUNE.-Ne
learn before going to press that the Wdy1les6oro'
Tribune has been purchased by Mr.. Everett
Donaghe, of this city, and DR.. W. J. Jones, Of
Waynesboro'. Mr.. Donaghe is practical prin-
ter, and DR.. Jones has had some experience in
the newspaper business. The Tribune is a very
good-looking paper and under its new proprie-
tors, we have no doubt that 1t will continue to
improve in appearance and rapidly increase in
circulation.
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HORRIBLE DEATHS FROM BURNING--The
saddest occurrence in our city during Christ
mas week was the accidental fatal burning of
two colored women. The circumstances, as
furnished by Cynthia Kurtz, are about as fol-
lows On Christmas Eve Lucy Brady was at
dance on Green street, and, whilst standing
with her back to the fire, the train of her dress
took fire and was instantly in a full blaze. The
rest of the party became frightened and ran
from the room, leaving the poor girl alone with
her clothes on fire. Every stitch of clothing
was burnt from her body, and she fingered in
horrible condition until she was relieved from
her sufferings by death on Thursday.
On the same night, Lizzie Ellis was at her
home alone on Fillmore street, and, whilst
standing with her back to the stove, her dress
took fire and was soon in a full blaze. She at
first thought the roaring was from the fire in
the stove, but, discovering her clothing on fire,
she ran into the street and cried aloud in her
great distress, but the neighbors thought it was
the boys celebrating Christmas Eve, and did
not come to her assistance until her clothing
was nearly all burned from her body, inf1ieting
such serious INJURIES that she died on last Sat
urday.
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Christmas DOiugs.

Christmas week was spent very quietly and
orderly and was as general thing celebrated
ina manner becoming the character of the oc-
casion. There was much hiiarity but no rowdy-
ism on our streets on Christmas day and very
few arrests were made by the police, though
they were on the alert and prepared to preserve
the usual order and decorum which have always
characterized our city.
There were a number of entertainments, both
private and public, to mark this period of joy
BUSINESS and festivity among our citizens.
The principal among these and the most
unique was the masquerade ball given by little
Miss Cartmell to her numerous little friends in
the city. 1t was most charming affair, and
under the supervision of Mr.. and Mrs. Cartmell
and daughters, assisted by their friends, proved
a most delightful and enjoyable affair, not only
to the little fairies present. but also to the older
persons who saw that everything went Off
pleasantly.
The costumes of the children were most
exquisite. and displayed as much skill taste and
care in their get up as has ever marked the
most noted Balls at the White Sulphur.
Christmas Eve was celebrated at the Luther
an Church by most interesting entertainment
of novel character, of which we gave an an
nouncement last week. Everything passed off
most pleasantly and was greatly enjoyedby all
present. The amount realized by the offering
made was unusually large amount, even for
much richer congregation.
At the Baptist Church on Christmas night.
there was held the annual celebration of the
Sunday School. 1t was q most pleasant occa-
sion and the distribution of prizes and awards
of merit among the pupils was an occasion of
much interest to all present.
We regret that the want of space this week
prevents us from giving more extended notice
OF the above most interesting occasions.
The services at the Episcopal and Catholic
Churches on Christmas day were ofan interest
ing character and were specially marked by the
exquisite rendition of some most beautiful
sacred music admirably adopted to the occa-
sion.
Among the Society young folks several pleas
ant dancing parties were given, notceably that
given by the young men at Mozart Hall on Fri
day night. Here the presence OF fair young
| maidens handso mely dressed and gallant
youths all smiles and fiattery, whiled away the
happy hours to the merry strains of music's
enhancing sounds.
| Altogether the week, we think, was pleasant
| ly and joyously spent by both old and young
and the merry, merry Christmas time will long
lInger in the memories of many as a season D.
innocent pleasure and happy rejoicing.
L a.
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The Mo1ett whisky register in Win
chester, Va, yielded only 1922 for No
vem mber-the smallest MONTHS return
since the law went into operation.
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An nOppOEtuaify-Sucha as is seldom heard
OF is now offered by G. A. GLADKE. Dry
Goods and Millinery at Rev York Cost.
can be had after the 1st of January. GLADKE
buys his Goods very cheap. Ifyou want nice
Silk Dress a handsome Cashmere Dress, bolt
of best Bleached Cotton. or anything else you
may desire for yourself or your family, don't
let this opportunity slip. Es- GLADKE will
do as he promises, and you will Go well to call
and make your purchases at his Store. de3l-3t
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Reli and ais VS.. Bells widow and ais
II In pursuance Of dacrces OF the circuit
court OF Augusta county, entered in this case
March 18th, 1878, and November 2Sth, 1878, I
sEaii proceed ct my office, in Staunton, on
Friday. the 17lb day of january, 1879,
to take the accounts therein required. includ-
ing tne transactions of Geo. NJ. Cochran ir.,
Special Receiver of the land fund
dec24-4t JOS. A. WADDELL, Com'r
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DEATHS.

Obituaries are charged for Gs advertising rdtes
Notices o( deotlls published Qratl:toasala.
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HORSE FATALLY INJUKED.-On last Tuesday
morning, Mr.. Jos. Fix, who lives near Mint
Spring, rode to this city, very fine young
mare belonging to Mr.. VIM. Silor, of the same
neighborhood. He hitched her to the palings
at the residence of MI. ]. Frank Davis, in the
southern limits of this city. Whilst he was
absent attending to some business in this city,
she attempted to jump the palings and three OF
them penetrated her body inflicting a frightful
wound, from which the entrails protruded.-
Dr. Hogsett was promptly summoned but the
injuries proved fatal.
This is another warning against hitch1ng to
palings or picket fences.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1878-12-31

Chief Justice Waite will sit with
Judge Bond in the United States Cir
cult Court for South Carolina at the
April term when the cases of alleged
violation of the election laws, in this
State, will be tried. We have conf
dence that JUSTICE Waite win preside
with dignity and fairness, which is
much more than we should expect from
his associate Let the law take its
course, and if the offences charged
against them have been committed, let
the full penalty come upon the trans
gressors. That is What is needed North,
South, East and West.-LyHch6iwg Vir-
yifliuYa
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Christmas is coming, and what is better for q
Present than nice Shoe or Slipper. G. L..
WELLER, has large stock at greatly reduced
prices.
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