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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16
A NEW AND VALUABLE INvENrIoN.

A NEW AND VALUABLE INvENTION.-
Our townsman, Mr.. L. Lewis Sagindorph, has
recently invented and had patented device
for constructing metallic roofs which is des-
tined to work a revolution in housebullding
and prove one of the most valuable and eco
| nomical aids to the property owner. The in
| vention consists of mechanical device which
forms the standing seam and fastening OF
the roof, all in one piece, thereby dispensing
with double scanning or hammering down of
the metal, which SO often causes the seams
to break. In place OF cleating the course or
sheet at intervals, it fastens each sheet the
entire length and across every joint. The
joints are not hooked together as heretofore,
but U shape of the end OF one sheet allows
its fellow to slip into the U joint and form a
continuous surface, at the same time provid-
| ing at the standing seams and joints, an in
dependent contact of sheets, so that the
liability Of leaks, caused by expansion and
contraction is entirely overcome. Another
Improvement is the hip or ridge pole connec-
ton, the old style of bringing the sides
OF the roofing up to the ridge or hip and
then knocking one edge of the sheet over
another being superseded by an 81 shaped
pin OF the metal fastened to the hip or ridge,
and passing the ends of the sheet under it,
making thoroughly waterproof roof and
one that will be perfectly firm and free from
rafting, not liable to be displaced or blown
off, and when covered with Old Iron Side
Paint, will last as long as the building
upon which it is placed.
The firm which now has the exclusive con.
troll of this valuable invention consists OF
Messrs. D. T. Clemmer, G. w. May and L.
L. Sagindorph, who have the capital and en-
terprise to carry out their intention Of erect
ing the proper machinery for the extensive
manufacture OF these roofs. Taey propose
to go into the business on a large scale, en-
ploying number OF hands and establishing
in Staunton an industry the products of
which will be distributed throughout the
Union, and whicl, will prove of no little ben
eft to our town. They have already more
orders on their hands than they can at pres
ent supply. All who have closely exam
ined the invention are we'll satisfied that it
will prove complete success.
To fully appreciate its advantages, one
must closely inspect it, and comprehend the
principle upon which 1t is constructed. A
model will be exhibited at the Fair next
week, and we advise all who contemplate
building to give it an examination,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

CAPTURING A STOLEN HORSE. Ion Sun.
day night last, at the church near New
Hope, horse belonging to Mr.. Benz. Driver
was stolen from the hitching place. The
same night Mr.. Altaffer, son of Jos. Altaffer,
met the thief near Crosskeys, who upon see
ing Mr., A., jumped from the horse and ran,
at the same time shooting pistol and trying
to frighten Mr.. A. The thief escaped, but
the horse was restored to its owner by Mr..
Altaffer.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

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CONFERENCE.-THE new addition to the
Female Department of the Western Lunatic
Asylum, for which Mr.. Woodruff was the
contractor at the price of $4,000, has been
completed. turned over and paid for, and is
now ready for occupancy.
The building for the male department. is
now ready for the roof, the contractors,
Messrs. Lushbaugh Bros. have pushed it
through with great expedition. The cost OF
this building will be $4,000. 81
Messrs. Lipscomb & Somerville. were the
contractors for the plumbing in both Of these
additions, and have done most elegant jobs.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

THE JOURNAL of the Valley Mutual Life
Association for October has appeared, ard
is as handsome as can be. Il is double its
usual size, and contains eight pages of good
reading, advertisements Sc. The institution
it represents continues in its upward bound,
and has up to Uhis time, over 81, 200, 900
worth of policies, and every day brings addi-
tional applications.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

REaIsTRATIoN.-The books of registra-
ton for the town and county will be open
on Thursday, next, for the purpose of regis
tering all who have not heretofore been
registered. This is an important matter
and 10 one who desires to exercise his fran.
chise and has not already regist cred should
fail to come forward on that day.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16
Go to the Virginia Hotel Restaurant.

CARRIER PIGEoNs.-Mr. Silas L Cooper
of Culpeper, has been invited and will
most probably attend the Fair and bring biz
carrier pigeons. They will be let loose or
the grounds and bear their messages back tt
Culpeper.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

u, S. CoURT.-The fall term of the U. S
District Court, Judge Rives presiding, com
menced in Harrisonburg on Tuesday last
Among the grand and petit jurors were the
following from Staunton and Augusta coun.
ty: Z. A. Kerans, J. 81. Callison, Jno. E.
Hamilton. Jas. Jordan, J. G. Marquis and
W. A, Burke.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

STABBED. Last night, about O'Clock,
VIM. Frifagel stabbed colored man nam ed
John Bonive, cutting him dangerously in the
left breast. 1t occurred at the Court House
Alley on Augusta Street, opposite the resi-
dence of DR.. McChesney. The wounded
man was taken to the office of DR.. Nee. and
proper surgical attention given him by that
gentleman. We could not learn the full
particulars. but have heard the assault was
entirely unprovoked. Frifogel had not been
arrested at the time Of going to press.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

SEVERE ACcIDENT.-Las week, Arma-
del, little eigh. year old son Of Mr.. Jno.
C. L. Jones, of this county, fell from hick-
DRY nut tree and broke his right arm. besides
severely bruising himself. DR.. Van Lear
rendered the necessary surgical attention,
and the little fellow is getting along finelyi
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

FATAL ACCIDENT.-On Wednesday, the
Sth inst, Charles E. Shull, son of Mr.. James
Shull, a little boy between eight and nine
years old, was run over, near Naked Creek
church, by loaded wagon ard instantly
killed. Mr.. Shull, the boys father, has re-
sided for some time in the neighborhood Of
Rockland Mills, and at the time OF the acct
dent was moving his effects to his fathers
estate, on North River, near Mt. Scion.
The little boy was with the wagon, and,
like most boys Of his age, was climbing in
and out of it, now running along first on
one side and then on the other. His uncle,
who was driving the team, told him to get
into the wagon and stay there, and in en-
deayoring to do SO, it is supposed he slipped
and fell under the wheels. The wagon at
this time was going down steep and side
ling hill, and the boys father was holding
the lock, when hearing q cry from him, he
looked into the wagon and not seeing him
ran behind it, just as the hind wheel passed
over his child's head, mashing the skull,
and instantly killing him., The, lifeless
body was lifted into the wagon and con-
veyed home, and the next day inferred In
the burial ground at Emannel's Church.
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We call special attention TO the card OF
DR.. N. Baldwin, Homeopathic Physician,
published elsewhere. DIR. Baldwin comes
to Staunton for the purpose of making his
home, and brings with him the highest
recommendations both as gentleman and
physician. He is full graduate in his pro-
fession, and bears testimonials from coli
leges of as high standing as any in the
Union. -.
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THE Fair commences on Tuesday next.

= The Fair commences on Tuesday next.
> The partridge hunters will be out in full
force to-day, the limitation of the law having
expired yesterday, the 10Th.
The freiglits on both the B. & 0. and C.
s 0. railroads have been unusually heavy
Tor the past two weeks.
Services will be held in the Second Pres
byterian church next Friday night and
Saturday morning, the Rev. Mr.. Rosebro, OF
Messy Creek, preaching.
The Haymakers had high old time on
Friday night. The Grand Mogul OF the
order, Sol Smith Russell, visited the Hut,
and the entertainment was kept up until far
into the morning.
Nj. John Patterson, one of our subscribers
| in Iowa, has favored us with several papers
published in that State, to show US what is
going on in that dourishing State. We
thank Mr.. P. for his attention, and will en-
deavor to reciprocate the kindness.
Among the awards given by the Shenan-
doah Agricultural Society, last week, was
the first premium to the Gale pillow, pointer
and rake, represented by Mr.. J. q. Parkins
of this county, and the first premium to the
Mccormick reapers and mowers, repre-
sented by Mr.. I. N. Agard.
Several palpable errors occurred in the no.
tice of Rankin's Factory, which we cid not
discover until after the edition had gone to
press. The term s'carders" was used Instead
of ''looms," and the term ''spooIs" instead
of ssspindles.'' The knowing reader cor
rected them for himself, and the unknowing
one did not know any better, so no harm was
done.
On Thursday night last the Stonewall
Brigade Band serenaded number of the
Winchester lawyers who were stopping at
the Commercial House. Responses were
made by Mayor VIM. L. Clarke, Judge
Richard Parker, r. T. Parker, r. T. Barton,
and Jno. J. Williams, Esqrs., who in appro-
pirate and happily conceived addresses
thanked the Band, and complmented our
growing little city. The cay following
Mayor Clark addressed note to Professor
Turner, leader of the Band, in which he
again made acknowledgements for the courte-
sy shown him and expressed the hope that
he would have the pleasure of seeing the
band in Winchester at no distant day, and
return the attention shown him here.
LAND SALIENT. II. D. de Bruyn, lately
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ARM BRoKEN.-Willie Clarke, son Of
Mr.. T. R. Clarke, of Waynesboeo, fell from
porch at his fathers house on Saturday
evening, and broke his right arm very badly
DIR. My ers was called in and gave the neces'
gary attention to relieve the little sufferer.
GLADKE has the largest stock of Corset;
In Staunton.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

SALE OF Mt. VERNON FURNACE.-Yes-
terday, in Harrisonburg, Messrs. Shelley &
Bumgardner. Commissioners, sold the Mt
Vernon Iron Works to the Abbott Iron Co.
of Baltimore, for SIS, 500. s-.> f.A
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

HEALTHY SIGNS IN THE CoUNTY'-A
business ride through the south western
portion Of Augusta county, crossing the
Stuar:s Draft and South River sections, &C.
TAINTED us with beautiful outlay of farms
and landscapes of rare verdure and attrac-
tiveness. One can scarcely form an idea OF
the improved and progressive condition Of
the country until he has proven it by occu-
lar demonstration. Almost every farm pre-
SCENTS the evidences OF excellent judgment
and taste, and that thriftiness which be-
speaks systematic industry. Neat, and, in
some Instances, imposing residences, roomy
and substantial barns, clean, regular fences,
well -sodded fields, thickly studded corn
shocks, and broad acres OF wheat, just
springing to the surface, or being drilled in.
This is lovely portion OF our affiuent
county, and to pass through lt,furnishes tes-
timony of the intelligent industry and ener-
gy of those who possess it.
Through the northeast, similar evil
dences OF enterprises are presented. Va
rious new dwellings OF neat and attractive
appearance, new-barns and out houses, new
fencing and the tangible indications of gen.
eral improvement greet the eye. Want Of
familiarity with the various locations pre-
vents us from mentioning the names Of the
farmers who are thus adding to the wealth
and attractiveness of the county.
Similar evidence Of improvement are no.
tceable in the southwestern portion Of the
county, and when Middlebrook is reached,
the.spirit of improvement is more palpably
discerned. Here McCorkle Bros. have just
completed the handsomest store house in the
Valley-a neat brick, eighty feet by TWEEN
ty-seven, Of modern arrangement and con-
veniences, admirably adapted to the large
and increasing mercantile business they are
conducting. The spacious store-room is
supplemented by a cozy office and storage
apartment connecting by doors with the main
building, and the roomy and well designed
cellar for coarser goods. Few communities
can boast of more enterprising citizens
than the Messrs. McCorkle, or merchants OF
higher standing for sagacity and integrity.
Our friend, Col. P. B. Hogshead, has also
erected at this place new house for COM
mercial purpose and other uses. Besides
these, we have been informed that four or
five other houses are either now building or
in contemplation, among them a farm
house by Mr.. NJ. W. D. Hogshea i, on one of
the McChesney farms. A new church for the
Protestant Methodists, has been recently
erected in this vicinity, through the enter
prise and energy of Rev. Lee Squires.
At Arbor Hill, our friend, G. T. Palmer,
Esq. has replaced his old store-house, burned
some time since, by handsome and capa-
cious new edifice, and is charging his al
ready prosperous business,
In every portion OF the county the evil
dence Of thrift and prosperity are seen, man
ifesting healthy condition of our farming
interest and commendable spirit Of enter
prise in the rural districts. The preparation
for much larger acreage OF wheat than has
ever be sown before, shows too that our
people have confidence in the future and are
making their arrangements accordingly.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

When you visit Staunton, don't 60 home
until you have seen GLADKE's ESTABLISH
MENT.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

The races at the Fair on Wednesday and
Thursday promise to be unusually fine.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

Remember that the Fair next week will be
the best exhibition ever held in the Valley.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16


THE BERGER FAMILY AND Sol SMITH
RUSSELL came, saw and conquered our city
Friday evening last, after their usual
manner OF conquest. The Opera House was
crowded to even its capacious limits by peo-
pie of all ages, classes and conditions. The
men forgot the State debt, forgot Paul, for
got Roller-were oblivinus even of the next
Presidency. The women left at home all
household cares, lost sight of the fall OPEN
ings, were untroubled even by the vexed
question OF panier or polonaise, and gave
themselves up as unit to genuine mirth
and esthetic enjoyment.
The genius of the Berger family as musi-
clans has been so long acknowledged and SO
thoroughly recognized that criticism is OUT
of the question, and we have only to say that
they sustained their well won reputation. 1t
is hard to imagine anything more exquisite
in the realm of sound than the familiar airs,
monastery Bells" "Massa's in the cold,
cold ground, (" "Last Rose of Summer, Sc,
as rendered by the Bell Ringers. Such mel
oUAo9 A0V0A AoSO Vu0A AuspiIdIIUHs Lucy dp>
peal to something in us better than our every
day selves. Like the pipe of Pan to the
Greeks, they stir TO enthusiasm what is good
and lull the evil passions into rest.
Sol Smith is the same inimitable mimic as
of old. AS graceful, elegant, grotesque, pa
thetic and absurd betimes as if he were
possessed Of a manifold personality. He has
reduced the art of mimicry to an exact science
and is true master of all its secrets. To
see the graceful figure and handsome face
transformed in an instant before our very
eyes into something SO utterly unlike itsel
is wonderful. The Transformation invariably
takes us by surprise, and we are inclined to
believe in the Intervention of 'sspirits OF
health or COLLINS damned" or some inexplic-
able supernatural machinery. Other mimics
may have greater variety of presentations,
perhaps greater talent even, but Sol Smith
Russell is the elected favorite of Virginia
audiences, and his mere appearance before
the footlights wakens storm of applause
invariably.
Wehepe the troupe will visit our city soon
again. They cannot come too often for the
pleasure of our people.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

LAND SALE.-Mr. Ell. D. de Bruyn, lately
of Russia, who has recently removed to Vir-
ginia and to our county, has purchased Of
Mr.. Hugh Stuart about 70 acres of his estate
near Staunton, at s47 so per acre equivalent
to cash, and is now having built upon it by
Shomo Sc Son a substantial residence and
outbuildings.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

LEVY BROS. a7
will distribute
500 FASHION SHEETS FREE
every month.
Any lady sending her address will be fur
nished with fashion sheet without charge.
Go and see GLADKE's Boys hats at %
cents.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

Go and buy one of GLADKE's Winter
Caps for men at 40 cents. 0-s
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PERsoNAL.-Our young friend, f. B. Per-
ry, has left for Churchville, Augusta CO.,
where he will permanently locate for the
practice of dentistry. Frank is one of our
cleverest young men, and being a grad
uate of the Baltimore Dental College, and
with considerable practice, we feel warrant
ed in recommending him to the patronage
of the people with whom he has made his
home. We regret to see him leave us, but
hope that he may there enjoy the same
friendship and confidence that he has always
merited at his home in INSTRUMENTATION
nall. l
Rev. Sam'l McCune, of Monterey, was in
StauntonA last week, after an extended
northern trip. s'.- la2sl --sssgaS-
A. X. Yates has been appointed post
master at Mt. Sidney, in place Of J. W.
Yatee, resigned. x-8e-a-'-.--i-
, Mr.. Harvey Houston, of Harrisonburg,
and well.known in Staunton, has gone to
New, York forithe purpose of engaging in
business with his cousin, j. Fred Effinger,
Of this place. 80, ..sss,vs.s "a s,--v -,
Jas. G. Bains Right Eminent Grand Com
mander of the Masons Of Virginia, was on a
visit to the Staunton Commandery last
week. ~ ssna
Col. Thornton Pendleton Of Clarke county
was III town esterday. 'g{# & 84s3 ,.f
Hon. Jno. Paul was in Stanton last night
on his way'to GooehlaHd.4 y q >, . =
Tie Highland Recorder furnishes the fol-
lowing personals 30 I'm 400 ..G& }6s[
Our old friend, Lewis. Davis, and family, of
Pond Gap, Augustacounty, are now visiting
in our county. aasii9al'3 El' 5. ...iy ~ .f.s
Miss Cora Hotel formerly ofthis place but
now Of, Mt. Scion Augusta county Va, is
now spending some time in our town, the
guest of Mrs. f. v. Seig. We wish her a
pleasant stay while in Highland. samoie
Mr. Jesse Shumate ofAugusta county, Va,
is now on visit TO his brother, A. Shumate
OF Ups pace q w %ErAG& -
> The best Goods ever offered for cents, in
III, q Z . : -
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

HUsTINGS COURT.-The October term Of
the Hastings court, Judge Smith presiding.
commenced on Thursday last and closed en-
Saturday. During the term, the Court &C
cepted the resignation of VIM. B. Hyde, Reg
istrar for Ward No. 1. and appointed j. w.
Waddy in his stead. -
Chas. A. Richardson qualified Co practice
| law in this Court.
The Moffett returns for September were
| reported by the Commissioner at $204.2S-$3
less than the previous month.
The case of the Commonwealth VS.. Henry
Fl. Minor, who was indicted for breaking in
M. Erskin Miller's store with ''one-legged
BILL" was tried and the accused sentenced to
| thirty stripes. Mr.. C. W. Echard was coun-
| sci for the Defendant, and Maj. Elder for the
Commonwealth.
The appeal of John Collins from the de-
cision of city justice was dismissed, the
Court being of opinion that the relief for the
| fine imposed for shooting in the corporation
limits should be granted by the City Council.
Appeals taken by Isadore Cohen and W.
Fl. Laporte were continued to the next
| month.
The appeal Of Clara Goode, tcolored,) from
decision OF Justice Pearman, was tried by
jury on Saturday the accused found not
gnilty, and the decision of the justice in i'm
posing a fine of 500 on her for adultery was
set aside. The Defendant. as well as Walter
Vaughan, her paramour, who was also re-
lieyed of fine, were defended by c. w.
Echard.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. -The Public Free
Schools of Staunton opened this year under
favorable auspices, regulated by thorough
system and properly graded. They have
started well, which is good indication that
they will grow in efficiency, and eminently
subserve the purpose of their organization.
The attendance of pupils is larger than at
one time was expected. In the white schools
there are IS scholars to each teacher, and in
the coiored, 65, with 70 to 100 children Of
this class which, not applying at the first
OF the session, have not been admitted Tor
want OF accommodations and sufficient
number of teachers. This fact has been
brought to the attention of the School Board,
ferred to the School Committee. The COM
mittee has not yet reported upon the subject.
1t is very obvious that additional facilities
will have to be procured for the children not
now enrolled, but whose applications have
been presented, and are now awaiting the
official action Of the committee. When the
question was raised, at the commencement
of the present fiscal year, as to the suficien-
cy Of the estimate for the public schools,
the assurance was given that, If the amount
provided was not commensurate with the
demands, favorable consideration would be
given to the future recommendation of the
Principal. Tue fact that there are IS pupils
to each teacher Of the colored schools, and rs
to 100 applicants not yet enrolled, is argu-
ment sufficient as to the necessity of not only
furnishing additional teachers but more
house room. We hope it will be the pleas
ure of the School Committee to report upon
the facts before them as early as practicable
and make such recommendation as will en-
able the Principal to carry into effect his
we'll digested and commendable plans.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-10-16

tGLADKE's CARPETS are the handsomest
Patterns ever seen in this Market.
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THE ALVIN JOsLIN CONFERENCE.-The
Alvin Joslin Comedy Company will appear
next Monday evening at the Opera House,
when we can promise our citizens rare
treat. The Washington Republican of Octo-
Der 9TH thus speaks OF them, a.,,i.als7esi as
1.-THE National Theatre was crowded las
evening on the occasion of the first PERFORM
ance OF calvin Joslin, and the uproariors
fun prevailing in the audience during the
whole performance sustained all that ~has
been said OF the piece. The character Of
Alr'n Jost'n, portrayed with great artistic
skill by Mr.. Charles L. Davis, presents a
typical matter Of fact old New England
farmer, sort of rough diamond, whose
quaint sayings and broad humor keep rip
pie OF laughter running through the house all
the time. Mr.. Davis is strongly supported
by Miss Emma Vern, an emotional actress
OF great merit, and large company, every
member OF which is a good actor The.
play has its tragic and pathetic as we'll as its
humorous sides. but every scene is we'll sus :;
tanned. 1t is produced with the advantages
Of new scenery and every mechanical effect
necessary.