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Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1879-03-12
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HA YES ORDERS AN EXTRA
SESSION.

The Radical "stalwarts" in the Uni
ted States Senate, having refused tc
repeal number OF unconstitutional
and odious laws, enacted within the
past fifteen years, are responsible for
an extra session Of Congress, as indi.
Gated by the following document issued
by Mr.. Hayes:
by 6s President Of he Uniied STATE. A Proeia.
maiios.
WHEREAS, The final adjournment Of the For.
ty-hfth Congress without making the usual and
necessary appropriation for the legislative, exec
utiye and judicial expenses Of the government
for the fiscal year ending June so, 1880, and
without making tbs usual and necessary appro.
priation for the support ofthe army for the same
hscal year, presents an extraordinary occasion
requiring the President to exercire the power
vested in him by the constitution to convene the
Houses Of Congress 10 anticipation Of the day
fixed by law for their next meeting-
Now, therefore, ], Rutherford b. Hayes, Pres
ident Of the United States, do, by virtue Of the
power to this end In me vested by the constitu.
tion, convene both Houses Of Congress to assem-
BILE at their respective chambers at l2 O'Clock
moan on Tuesday, the 18th day ofMarch, instant, /,
thon and there to consider and determine such
measpres as In their wisdom, their duty aud the
welfare Of the people may seem to demand.
In witness whereof I have hereunto set my
hand and caused the seal Of the United States to
be affixed.
Dsns at the city Of Washington thi. 4th day of
- March 10 the year Of our Lord one
u.l thousand eight hundred and seventy
nine and Of the Independence Of the
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16
Business Notice.

The change that has taken place in the
proprietary interests Of the VIRGINIAN rem
ders absolutely necessary a settlement OF
the old business.
Accounts for advertising and job work
will be sent through the mails or presented
n person during the month, and we trust
that all will be prepared to meet them either
by cash or notes.
We have lsrge amount upon our books,
and 1t becomes necessary to have it settled
up as speedily as possible. Contemplated
improvements in the business facilities OF
the office require that all available means
should be on hand, and we therefore conf
IDENTIFY appeal to those who are indebted to
us TO come forward and liquidate the claims
against them. The amounts generally are
small, and by an effort can be easily met.
We have never had to resort to public
dams to keep our business in a healthy and
progressive condition. This therefore is
purely business notice. growing out OF the
proprietary relations of the paper, rendering
ir necessary to close up the old books. We
know we need only to make this statement
OF it to receive prompt and ready response
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16


Joint resolution offered by Mr.. Ko:ner,
authorizing the Governor to fix a day, not
exceeding ten days off from the time fixed
for the conference with the bondholders,
was passed by both branches Of the lesisa-
ture on the 14th.
Mr.. Harrison, of Sussex, offered a resolu-
ton in the Legislature inquiring into tile ex-
pediency of imposing tax on dogs, for the
support Of the public schools. The resolu-
ton was rejected by vote Of ayes "a, noes
CT. Old dog Tray is power yet, especial.
ly with politicians.
On the l4th Mr.. Hanger offered resolu'
ton OF inquiry into the expediency Of
abolishing the Office of Agricultural Com
missioner, and transferring duties of that
officer to the School Of Agriculture Of the
University Of Virginia. Lies over.
Also, bill to empower the Board of ST.
pervisors of Augusta county to levy tax in
aid of the Augusta Memorial Association for
the Confederate dead.
In the House last week General Echols in
troduced bill to enable the Chesapeake &
Ohio Railway Company to increase its cap
ital stock for certain purposes.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

DEATH OF DR.B.F. WALKER.--On Thurs
day morning last DR.. 3. F. Walker died
at his residence in this county of enlarge
ment-of the spleen, in the 5Sth year of his
age. DR.. Walker was Il graduate of the
University of Virginia and the Philadelphia
Medical College. AMI practiced his profess
sion in early life in the eastern portion Of
Rockingham county, where he married Miss
Mary Huston, lovely, beautiful girl,
daughter of Col. Archibald Huston, decd, a
gentleman we'll known throughout the State.
DR.. Walker removed to Augusta county
afterward and devoted his attention to farm
ing and stock raising. and at the time OF his
death owned and resided on the farm OF the
late Col. Jas. Walker, on Middle River. Some
years ago his wife died, leaving one child, MIR.
Arch Walker. DR.. Walker married again,
several years ago, and leaves young vile
and one little child by this marriage.
lie was gentleman of fine culture, cour-
teous and genial, and highly esteemed
throughout the county and State. His broth
er, Lit. Gov. Walker, reached here in time
to attend the funeral. and Join with large
circle OF relatives, neighbors and friends, IN
paying the last tribute Of respect to warm
hearted, high toned gentleman, steadfast
friend and useful citizen. He was buried az
the Old Stone Church, where his family be-
fore him for many years, and himself wor-
shipped.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

A SAD DEATH. Mamie Nickerson,
of Baltimore, died at the Mozart Institute,
on Jan. 18th, 1879, after protracted Illness.
The deceased was the only child of Wild
owed mother, and her bright young life was
cut off Just as she had reached womanhood.
Last fall twelve months ago, Mrs. N. and
her daughter on their return from the Viz
ginia Springs stopped at the Virginia Hotel
with some friends aud were so much pleased
with Stanton that they remained here sew
eral months before returning to their home
in Baltimore.
This winter. Miss Nickerson having be-
come quite delicate, her mother decided to
come on to Staunton where she had enjoyed
such good health just one year ago. But dis
ease had fastened itself SO firmly upon her,
that she gradually grew weaker until last
Saturday when she passed away without Q
struggle, and her spirit returned to the
God that gave it. She expressed sorrow at
leaving her mother but was resigned to
her lot. While in Stanton Miss Nickerson,
By her modest and attractive manners made
many yarn friends, who sympathize most
deeply with the bereayed mother in this
hour OF her af1lictson.
Her remains were taken TO Baltimore ciG
3. &c o. r. R., and inferred in Greenwood
Cemetery.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

LIST OF UNcALLED FOR PACKAGES
Packages addressed to the following parties
remain uncalled for at the Office of the
Adams Express, in this city. Owners are
requested to come forward, pay charges and
take them away: Win Brown, E Bishop.
J Bowes, G. + Baker, Mrs. S Bryan, E
Bowles, E Bolen, NJ W Collins,W Casork,
Hugh Cornell, NJ Carter, w Crawford, J
B Carter, NJ Cease, Mrs z Cochran, Dice
Evick, Mrs E Fiemming, VIM Frazier, F
Fretwell, Rev J R Gilbert, R CAM, John
Riggs. H Hughes, W Hanley, Mr. Harden
bough, Gabriel Hirsh, W S Hull, o Irwin,
A NJ Johns. E Johnson, II Y Jones, Mrs
] A Johns, VIM johnson, G NJ Jones, S j
Kline, J Kelley, G Kinney. w 7 Lane,
Mr. Lee. Leedy, Mrs E Little, John r
Miller, Jas Martin, Mrs D Miller, c
Mars, L T McGilvray, G r Moore, NJ B
Morris, II Mason, Mrs r w Mcdowell, J
S human, D II Perky, J L Patterson, L
Pexton, I G Palmer, Mrs NJ Rose, D E
Rampam, C P schlicker, J " Stockey, W
P Sample, II L STAGE, G Shelton, ]. S Ste
gall, N Taylor, Rev r r Truss, VIM.
Vance. j A Waddell, II L Wilkins, NJ B
Ware, G n Wilson, II A wager, Henry
Wilfong, David Taylor, John II Carwell,
John II Miller, C a Roudabush, Rev w
i Blackston.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

BLIND Tom, the wonderful musical prodi-
gy, gave one OF his entertainments in the
Town Hall last Tuesday night to large and
we'll pleased audience. The programme was
almost Identical with that OF the last per-
Torrance given By him here, except that
some OF his instrumental pieces were Of 2
higher order, and his voice, we think, was
richer than we have ever heard it. His ora
torcal efforts, and orthC graphical encounters
were about as usual, and we remark, with
sadness, that there has been no apprecable
improvement in the delivery of his introducer
II, in his leisure moments, Tom would
take his custodian behind the back door and
give him few lessons in the rudiments of
elocution, grateful public would rem
der unfegned thanks. When the music of
the spheres shall be tuned to the long me-
tire doxology, that man will be elected to
the leadership Of the celestial hosts by an
gnaniMous majority.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

A PLEASANT EVENING night
last, the .Antedluvians" accepted the invi-
tation of Mr.. and Mrs. CartmelI, and enjoy
ed a delightful evening at the American Ho-
tel. After dancing several hours an elegant
meat and refreshment supper was served,
and then on to midnig hit merry feet were
keeping time to the music. In addition
to the members OF the Club there were a
number of invitedguests. Among those at
tending were ! Miss Nettic Tams and Ed.
Surber, Miss N Foster anG Jno. ker, Miss II,
Boyle ard G. Cochran, Miss F. Boyle and Jos.
Rollins. Miss NJ. Crawford and W. McGuf'in,
Miss A. Bell and W. Allen, MisK. Nelson and
G.Euritt, Miss Elder and Whitney, Miss NJ.
Orchard and j. F. West, Miss A. Halle and
MIR. Bissell, Miss M.Atkinson and W. P. Esk-
ridge, Miss. Atkinson and Neil. Holiday,
Ellen Hartman and f. Alexander, and
Messrs. w. A. Gushing, Maddox, Lum Halle,
Wm. Patrick, Ian. Miller, W. P. Tauns, B.
Tams, NJ. Alderman, Harry Frazier, Mae
McCue.
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M0TrGOgeS.

By Rev. Mr.. Bushong on December 24th. Mr.
James A. Earman and Miss Mary E. Gearhart,-
both OF Augusta county.
Byth same on the goth ult, Mr.. VINO. Bosser
man and Miss Emeline F. daughter of Jacob Bow
man, Esq, decd. both Of Augusta county.
On the 3rd OF January, by Rev. C. w. Humph
reys, at Bethesda Manse, Mr.. Joseph +. Reed ant
Miss Jane Ann Taylor.
On the oath ult., by Rev. F. T. Kemper, in Har
risonburg. +. w. Weddell, jr., formerly of Wash
ington county, Md. and Lucy v Allen, all of Har
risonburg.
At Forest Hill. Rockbridge county, Va, on tn,
26th ult., Col. W. T. Poague. of Round View. t,
Miss Josephine Moore. a member Of the Facult,
Of the Lewisburg, W. Va, Female Institute.
At the residence of the brides father, nea
Front Royal. Va, on the evening OF Decembe
26th. by the Rev. ]. X. Jones. Mr.. Charles G. Mar
shall and Miss Lucy Turner, daughter Of Hon
Robt Il. Turner, both Of Warren count,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

MOUNT SCION NEws.-A correspondent
gives the following items from Mount So
Ion The Augusta Union of the Friends OF
Temperance held session OF the Union at
Mount Scion, on January 9th and 10TH
Owing to the cold weather and bad state OF
the roads, but three Councils were repre-
sented in the Union. The next meeting OF
the Union will be at Sangersville, the second
Thursday in June.
Mary Jackson, q colored woman from
Eastern Virginia, gave birth to male
child, at Mount Scion, on Friday before
Christmas, and threw it into sink hole
above the head OF the dam, where it was
found January 9TH, by colored boy. No
evidence could be produced to show the
child came to its death by violence.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16
Deaths.

AT the residence of father, near Mt. Meridian, on
Friday, the 21th OF December, Daniel Byerly, at
ter a few hours illness.
At the residence OF his son-in-law, James Fry,
in Bridgewater, on Thursday, December goth, Mr..
Jacob Wine. aged II years. II months and ID days
At the residence OF her mother. in Harrison
burg. Va, on the LIST Of January, Miss Henrietta
Roadcap, daughter Of James Roadpap, deod at
the age of17 years. mouths and day,
In WINCHESTER. ON the lat instant. Mrs Nancy
Chase, wife Of the late Charles Chase. aged so
years.
In Alexandria, Va, OH the gath ult.. at the resi-
den0e Of her son-in-law, Mr.. Jas. II. Bicklin, Mrs
Of Mrs A. j. Hudson, Of Lewisburg, ". Va form.
erly of this city.
On December 10th, with pneumonia. Mary Jane
Smith, wife OF ]. b. Smith, of Waynesboro Va
aged S. years, II months and days. She was q
consistent member OF the Presbyterian church, a
good mother, kind wife, ready to help the poor
and sick, above all ready TO meet her Jesus.4
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

THE GAME LAWN ordeE to give all
interested the proper warning. we again
publish part of the game law:
1t is not lawful to kill deer between the
fifteenth day Of January and the first day of
September.
1t is not lawful to kill or capture or offer
Tor sale or buy cartridges between the first
day OF January and the fifteenth day of Oc-
tober, or to capture partridges at any time
by means OF traps or nets. Penalty for vio-
lating the law is a fine OF ten dollars and
imprisonment TIL the fine is paid.
1t is lawful to kill wild turkeys between
the first day OF February and the fifteenth
day Of October.
Many species Of birds are protected at all
seasons.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

MENDELssOHN QUINTETTE CLUE. Next
Thursday evening, Jan. 23d, the music low
ing portion of our community will be graft
fed in listening to orc Of the grand concerts
city. The organization consists of some of
the most celebrated musicians in the coun-
try, embracing Bernard Listemann, Gustav
Dannreuther, Thomas Ryan, Ed eindl, Ru-
dolph Hennig, and Ludwig E. Mandy. The
splendid soprano singer, Mrs. II. F. Knowles,
of Boston, will assist the club, and will add
greatly to the attractiveness of the concert,
which promises to be the great musical event
of the season. Nearly all of the seats have
already been taken.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

SUDDEN DEATH.-Yesterday, about 10
clock in the morning, Mr.. John g. Out
dore, prominent citizen of Churchville,
dropped dead from his chair, while sitting
in his house looking over his mail, which he
had just brought from tho post-office. lie
had been in his usual good health, and no
premonition OF the fatal event had been
given him. Mr.. Quidore was native OF
New York, but had been in Virginia for
many years, and was slxty-eight years OF
age. He was an active member Of the Pres
byterian church at the time Of his death, and
had been for five years. At the last election
for county officers, he was chosen magis-
trate for the Churchville district, position
he was very wei! qualified to fill. He was a
gentleman Of intelligence and large reading,
and was an upright and highly respected
citizen,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

BUSINESS CRANeE.-The we'll known
dry goods firm Of Timberlake s. Bell having
been dissolved, each Of the late partners
has opened a new establishment, and is
now offering choice selections of Dry Goods.
Notions, &c.
Mr.. Timberlake retains the store on Main
Street, and Mr. Bell continues the business
at the sid stand on Augusta Street.
Both are merchants of experience and
taste, as well as gentlemen upon whose rep
RESERVATIONS reliance can be placed.
Most of our city and county patrons have
dealt with them, and we feel certain cannot
90 amiss in buying of either or both MIXTURE
Z heir stocks are freshs and they sell at the
lowest cash prices
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16
A Struggle with a Madman.

Mondays midnight freight train brought
to this city Sheriff J. Il. Crockett, Of Caro-
line county, and Mr.. r. Brunskum, who had
Under their charge young man by the name
OF V. Danlton, whom they were conducting to
the Western I.nnatic Asylum. When they
arrived, room at the American Hotel was
secured, and the party occupied it during
the remainder OF the night. Early in the
morning the Sheriff went down stairs leav-
ing Mr.. Brunskum in charge of the insane
man. Shortly afterwards, Mr.. 3. noticed
that his charge was becoming restless, pre-
monitory sign of an approaching spasm of
insanity. He at once went to the door and
called to his companion, and for fear his
inside. lie had just accomplished this, when
the insane man grasped large pitcher filled
with water and struck his guard terrible
blow on the head, staggering him and almost
depriving him of his senses, and reducing
the vessel to atoms. As soon as he had suf-
ficiently recovered from the effects OF the
blow, Mr.. B. seized his assalant and terri
BILE struggle ensued, With the handle OF
the pitcher which he still retained, the mad
man struck fast and furious, and inflicted
several slight injuries. In an instant. how
ever, Mr.. B.,who is powerful man, grasped
his adversary around the arms, and the two
rolled on the floor together. The strength
of the mailman was almost superhuman, con-
sidering his size, but the ordinary power OF
his antagonist was redou bled by the peril Of
the situation. The struggle continued for
some time. and meanwhile the commotion
was heard outside and assistance came. The
door was broken open and with the assist
ance of the Sheriff and another man, the
lunatic was bound. During the day he was
taken to the Asylum and safely lodged.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

A CAUTION TO OUR CITY FATHERS
In the case Of Noble and wife VS.. the city
Of Richmond, the Supreme Court decided
the other day that the city was liable for In
ju.ies to Mrs. Noble, caused by hole in the
pavement into which she fell. Our city
fathers would do we'll to keep strict eye
upon the streets and pavements. 1t is not
an unusual occurrence to see pitfalls which
might cost the city good deal.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

THOROUGHBRED STOCK IN AUGUSTA
A writer in the Spirit Of the Valley. in de-
scribing the thoroughbreds owned by Rock
ingham men, gives also the following with
reference to an Augusta lot: Samuel
Frank near Burk's Mill has a herd of seven
good cows, descended from the Dutchess OF
Liverpool, and some fine young heifeTs and
young bulls. Albert Edward the End a
Booth and Bates bull has run at the head OF
his herd for some years. This bull has TAX
en- the sweepstakes prize at the Virginia
State Fair, besides premiums at other fairs
He is fine square built animal and would
fill his box we'll. Mr.. Frank is well pleased
with his breeding and his get Of tulls stand
we'll at our Valley fairs where they are gen.
orally shown. Having used Albeit Edward
as long as he wished, he has disposed of him,
and young Bates ball Of the Craggs family,
bred by G. W. Palmer. of Saltyile, Va, is
now at the lead OF his herd.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

TONIGHT an elegant meat and oyster
supper will be given at the City Hall. for
the benefit Of the Staunton Artillery. Ev-
cry thing in the line of eatables will be pro-
Yided in abundance and at moderate prices.
Don't fail to attend. You will get yonr
mOneN.S worth.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

COMMITTEE OF THE LEGISLATURE On
Monday night last special car was attached
to the night freight on the c. & o. r. r.
at Richmond, in which Gen. Echols and a
special committee of the Legislature came to
Staunton, for the purpose of making the
annual legislative inspection OF the two State
institutions located here-the Western Luna
tic Asylum and the d. D. & 3. Institution.
The committee consisted Of General
Echols, Delegates Jordan, Of Isle of Wight ;
Shriver, Of Nansemond Henson, OF Louisa ;
Grey and Pulliam, of Richmond; Brown, Of
Franklin; Davidson, of Bland; Fulkerson,
of Lee; Hunter, Of Alexandria Spessard,
of Craig and Bland of MiddleseX.
The party were handsomely entertained
at both institutions, and after thorough
examination expressed themselves as great
ly pleased with the evidence of the efficient
management presented.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

The services of Mr.. Mathews, route agent
between Richmond and Huntington, were
discontinued by the Post Office Department
on the 18th. This was occasioned by the
deficiency IN the appropriation for the postal
SERVICE
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

SALE OF A FARM.-On the Sth inst, Il,
NJ. Cushing &c Son, Auctioneers, sold the
farm Of Mr.. V. A. Wilder, formerly owned
by Geo. Kenron Harper, dec., situated ABOUT
miles north of Staunton, on Middle River,
containing about los acres, to Mr.. j. A..
Shuey, for s43. so per acre.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

DRAWING AND PAINTING.-We direct
attention to the card of Prof. A. Devallay,
to be found in another column. Prof. De-
vallay is an accomplished scholar and a
thorough master of the art of painting and
drawing. His executions exhibit rare taste
and skill, evidencing the hand Of o thorough
Pre- ficient, and the students whom he in
structs may feel assured of studying under
the most favorable circumstances.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

JAN. &c. 1878.
LA DIES.
Brown, Mrs d Robertson, Miss Mag II
Davis, Lucy Smith, Mrs Elizabeth
Ehrhardt, Mrs Willie Sheterly. Miss Maggie A
Echo, Mrs Susan col larry, Mrs Cbarlott
Fulwiler, Miss May Taylor Miss Susan
Powell, Mrs
GENTLEMEN.
Blackburn, John Az Perkins, James
Bennett, Douglass Parker, James A
Below. Patrick Powell, Vino
Coleman, Harry SwartZell, HenryS
Davis, e w Teaford. Harrison
Graery, William Thommas Hiram
Kibler, G NJ Wampler, William
Landes, John
The above letters if not called for within thirty day
will be sent to the dead letter Office. Persons cad
ing for them will please say that they advertise
8. NJ. YOST. P. NJ.
UNAVAILABLE letters remaining in Staunton Pc
January Is. 1879.
Visitor Publishing Co., Pittsburg, Pa.
Mr.. VIM. Giles, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Mr.. Theodore McClntic, Letcher. Bath Co., Va
Miss Julia 8. Tutwiler. Passy Paris, Rue Guich-
ard, Poste restante, France.
Packages uncalled fora. NJ. Henderson, w
Wade, James 81. White,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-01-16

RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION AT THE PENI-
TERTIARY On the 18th the Committee on
Asylums and Prisons reported joint reso-
luton introduced by Mr.. Echols) that in re-
building the workshops Of the penitentiary
arrangements be made for the accommo-
dation of the prisoners on the Sabbath day
in the religious services conducted by the
chaplain and by the SUNDAY school Associa-
ton of said penitentiary, recognizing. as the
General Assembly does, the great value Of
the religious instruction given to the con.
victs for years past by gentlemen who have
voluntarily contributed their time and SER
vices to that end.'' So