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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20
Personals.


Rev. Mr.. Rosebro, Pastor of Messy Creek
church in this county. has received call to the
Martinsburg church, West Virginia.
On Monday night of last week. the wife of Mr..
John J. Straughan, a printer in the office OF the
Valley Virginian, presented him with pair OF
twin boys.
Rev. L. Fox of this county will preach in st.
Marks Lutheran church in Luray. Page coun-
ty, twice each, on Saturday, the 9th. and Sun
day, the 18th instant.
Rev. Mr.. Petrie, Pastor Of the Presbyterian
Church of Charlottesville, will preach in the
First Presbyterian Church, in this place. on
next Thursday night.
Mr.. James Withrow. of Lewisburg, who for
| several sessions was member of the West Va.
House of Delegates from Greenbrier county, was
IN the city yesterday.
From the Bridgewater Enterprise we learn
that Mr.. R. B. Lambert, one of the proprietors
| of that paper has returned to Waynesboro' and
engaged with his brother T. w. Lambert in the
manufacture of furniture.
In his sermon at Luray, on Sunday of last
week, the Page Courier says, Rev. DR.. Martin
said :-sSatan is much wiser than most persons
take him to be- have profounder respect
for his intellectually than for that of many OF
| his subjects.''
| Mr.. Jos. r. Tyres. well known in this city for
| several years as the popular and pleasant clerk
| at the drug store of his brothsr VIM. R. Tyrse,
left last week to take position with Messrs.
Wysth 4 Bro, druggists, Philadelphia. He
will also attend lectures upon pharmacy. He
| leaves with the best wishes of his many friends
for his success in Che city Of "Brotherly Love. y
NJ ao,,,,l f.,<,<a.ssv,.<,~. r>rut~tIon ie most
enviable and almost national as q successful
manager of Summer resorts has. we learn, &C
cepted the management Of the Bedford Alum
Springs, located near Forest Depot on the At
lantic & Ohio Railroad. If his usual success at
| tends him he will soon make it one Of the best
known resorts in Virginia.
On Sunday of last week, in Memphis, Tenn,
the sermon delivered by Rev. DR.. White was
given in the sign language by Prof Job Turner.
The Memphis Evening Herald says:-"His ges-
lures are the very personification of grace, and
| SO apt and true as to strike the mind as wildly
as the most eloquent discourse by word Of
mouth. Hope, despair, joy. anguish, love. hate
self-conceit, humility, and even the very act Of
shedding tears for ever" were vividly por-
trayed." TfN
| correspondent of The State thus speaks OF
the speech of Rev. Geo. B. Taylor, D. D., the ef-
dcient Missionary to Rome, Italy. delivered in
the Southern Baptist Convention which held
its twenty-fourth annual session in the
city Of Atlanta Ga, last week :-"Dr. Tay-
lor made an able and touching speech, which
brought tears to many eyes, and seemed to
make profound impression on the vast audi
ence. He made most interesting and hope
full statement concerning his work in Rome,
and other points in Italy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

In the Circuit Court of Prince Will.
liam county, Va, Thursday, the widow
of Philip Brady recovered a verdict OF
81 900 against Joseph King for having
caused the death of her husband through
negligence.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

SUDDENLY ILL.-Mf. Andrew Crist, of Sang
ersville, while in Bridgewater on last Tuesday
attending to business was taken suddenly i'll
on the street with vertigo and general exhaus
ton, which SO Frustrated him as to cause him
to be unable to return home. His condition ii
improved ~ -..-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Fennel tea is simple remedy to quiet the
baby. and this innocent article is embodied in
DR.. Bulls Baby syrnp. which puts the baby to
sleep without the evil use of opiates. Price Is
cents ---+tas
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

On Monday of last week, there was an able,
interesting, and excited discussion at Wythe-
ville-the speakers being Gen. Walker and
John W. Daniel on one side, and John Paul,
Judge Fulkerson, and ]. E. Massey, on the
other
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

MISS AGNES HERNDeN IN RICHMoND.-Misi
Herndon gave two of her delightful entertain.
ments in Richmond last week, and the press o.
that city speak Of them and her in high terms
Of praise,
The Dispatch says
"Miss Herndon has established herself here
as an artistic second to none we have ever heard
and can always count on a warm reception and
full houses whenever she chooses to appear."f
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

The Fayetteville Enterprise says that,
week before last, Master Henry Carrick
caught catfish at the Kanawha Falls
that weighed sixty-five pounds.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

CLOSE OF PUBLIC soHooI.- The closing ex-
ercises of the public school, we'll known as
Westwood, took place on last Thursday, and
was attended by q large number of persons who
were much interested and greatly enjoyed the
occasion. This school during the past session.
under the charge ofMr. 8. E. Miller. as Princi-
pal and Miss - Woodward, assistant, has been
very successful and has met with the warmest
approval of its patrons, in testimony Vheraoi
three handsome cakes wers presented them on
this occasion. prizes we're given Mary E.
Knowles and Leila Taylor. and Distinctions to
Carrie Lewis, Herndon Link. Cora snapp.
Laura McKeever. Annie Blackburn. Mary
Masincup. Martha and Jennis Thaeksr. Nsttie
and Isabel Haylsr., Charlsi Gregory. Emma
Knowles, Ella and Edward Blackburn, Laura
and Louisa Morganstern. Eta Ailor. Ernest
Masincup. Mary and Cornelia Thornton and
Geo. Heifner. In Miss woodward's room Ger
tie cqshiIg and 1anett Burnett received prizes.
Lottis Halls, Walter Peace and Mamie Lewis
received distinctions.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

The largest variety Sc. Counter can be seer
at GLApKE's, may6-f
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

The Baptist General Association of
Virginia will meet in Charlottesville on
Wednesday night, the 2Sth inst. Rev.
w. D. Thomas, D. D., ofNorfolk, is APP
pointed to preach the Introductory dis
course.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20
MEADE F, WHITE.

To THE VOTERS OF AUGUSTA COUNTY,
respectfully announce myself candidate fol
election to the office of COMMONWEALTH's AT
ToRNEY for Augusta county, and solicit your
votes at the polls. r,,,
apr22-tde MEADE +. W dIIE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20
LAWN Parry at west End ch.r

LAWN PARTY at West End Chapel, Fri
day. May 30th. 1879. The ladie1 Will be pleased
to sesi their friends, and win sarvss all the
Edelicacies ofthe season at low prices. e Object
the completion of the Chapel. Come and see
US. '''H's ~ =" ne q" -f''
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

The best Goods ever offered for 5 cents, in
this community, can be found at GLADKx's.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Trade dollars at par and Mexican dollars al
s. cents in exchange for goods.
may13-2ts ]. E. GRAHAM.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

7 hereby announce myself candidate for re.
election to the office of CITY TREASURER
Staunton Va. Respectfully,
apr29-tde JOHN M. CAhhOLL.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Deep Rock Mineral Water-tonic. aperient,
and antilithic-at
G. W. MAY & Co.'S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

To THE VoTERs OF AUGUSTA COUNTY,
RESPECTFULLY announce myself as a candidate
for reelection to the office of CoMMIssIoNEI
Jfit will be your pleasure to elect me shall
certainly be very grateful, as I have no trade
and am no longer physically able to labor.
refer YOU to county and State officers.
Very respectfully,
oar11-tde j. ALEX, KERR.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20
D, F. HOOVER.

To THE VOTERS OF AUGUSTA COUNTY:
= hereby announce myself q candidate for re-
election to the office of COMMISSIONERS OF THE
REvENUE for Pastures District, Augusta coun'
ty, Va.
aprl-tde* u, r. HOOVER
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

The best Goods ever offered for cents, in
this community, can be found at GLADKEs.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

GERMAN LUTHERANS IN THE COLONIES OF
VIRGINIA, NEW JERSEY, PENNSYLVANIA, &c.
As there are doutless a number of persons in
this and adjoining counties. who are able to
supply the information asked for In the follow
ing article published in the Richmond Stand
ard, we give 1t place in our columns -
Rev. William j. Mann, minister of zlon's
church, founded by the elder MHhlenburg, is
editing in German an American edition the
ffst) Of the :" IFolHsche Nddriichfenn-a volu-
minauS repository Of reports of the ministra-
tiOns of the several Lutheran olergymen sent
from Halle to labor in Pennsylvania, New Jer-
sey, Virginia, &C., among the scattered German
settlers. DR.. Mann will add notes, Biographical
notices, &C., and is particularly DESTROYS Of OBJ
tanning information relating to the churches
Of Virginia. their membership ministers, Sc
Any tradition. relic, or document. printed or
manuscript, relating to them will meet with
thankful acknowledgment and will be accord
ed due credit in the book, There Eaa Lu-
theran church at Governor Spotsw6bds Ger
man settlements, Germanna, near Fredericks-
burg, and General (Fsev) Peter Muhlenburg
had charge of another near Winchester. He
with others of the German settlers subsequent
ly became Episcopalian. Other German LIZ
theran churches are thoughtto haye been scat
tered through the Valley. Articles AND COM
munication len nay BE- addressed 70 the subscrib-
Brock, Richmond, IA.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Deep Rock Water-tonic, diuretic, and altera-
tive-on draught at g. W. MAY 4 Co.'s.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

The most useful articles at s cents. can b.
had at GLADKE's. may6-M
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Another supply of handsome Roses, Yer
benas, Geranfums, Fish and SeentedD to-
gether with other Flowers suitable for the
| cemetery or yards, expected this morning by
our friend HARLAN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

General Sherman has advices from
General Sheridan that everything in
the West is in good order, and there
is no danger of any trouble,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

THE Boston QUINTETTE CLUB.-Our musi-
cacal public will be pleased to learn that Prof
E. L. Ide has secured the Boston Quintette Club
to give another Of their elegant musical enter
tainments in this place on the 3lst inst. Tie
concert given by them here. some time since
will be remembered by large number Of our
people as the most perfectly elegant perform
ance of classic music ever given in Staunton.
We have no doubt that all who attended before
will be anxious to 60 again, and many who were
unable to procure seats before will take the pre-
caution to secure tickets before they are all sold
Further notice will be given hereafter.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

hereby announce myself as candidate 10
re-electlon to the office of High Sheriff OF Au
gusta county. Referring to my record In ONO
a to INV qualification, lam
Respectfully, A. B. LIGHTNER.
rooroh14-fde-vN CODV.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Deep Rock Mineral Water-On draugh
or by the gallon, at G. w. MAY & Co.'s.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Paints, oils, varnishes, &C., at bottom figures
Coal oil barrels, % cents.
w ~
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

nounce myself as Candidate for reelection u
the office Of COUNTY TREASURER. Should II bt
the pleasure of nv fellow citizens to re-elect nj
will promise to try,and be as faithful in the fu
ture as have endeavored to be in the past:
anr15-tde SAMUEL PAUL.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

To THE VOTERS OF AUGUSTA COUNTY:
In response to q call from many voters. an
nounce rnyselfas q candidate for reelection tC
the office of COMMISSIONERS OF THE REVENUE
for Riverhead District. Respectfully,
mar25-td0 GEORGE P. LIGHTNER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20
4 CARD

TO all who are suffering from the errors and
1ndiscretions Of youth, nervous weakness. ear
~ decay, loss of manhood, &c, will send re-
cipe that will cure you, FREE OF CHARGE.
This great remedy was discovered by amission-
airy in South America. Send self-addressed
envelope to the Hev. JOSEPH T. INMAN, Station
D., We0 York city. janl4-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

To THE VOTERS OF AUGUSTA COUNTY,.
respectfully announce myself can1,ua r0
for the office of COMMISSIONERS OF THE hEx ~,
NUE. for Beverly Manor District Electlon
fourth Thursday in May. r.oN
marIS-tde* SAMUEL y. W11AoOA>'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20
HOTEL RAVES REDUCEDLrhe v

The largest variety SC. Counter can be seer
at GLADKES. may6-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20
nnarl1-tde

To THE VOTERS OF AUGUSTA COUNTY,
hereby announce myself candidate for re
CoMMoNWEALTH, for Augusta county.
anl5tda cpc JAS. BUMGARDNER,J R.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

To THE VOTERS OF AUGUSTA COUNTY:
I respectfully announce myse!l 2 can n1U -,
for election 10 the Office OF Ce1AISs1oNAn VI
TIE REvENUE in Pastures District.
The 10 az WIN. ]. EURITT.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20
To BE ISSUED APRIL Is, 1877

To BE ISSUED APRIL 10, 1873.
Vol. w CONSTITUTES OF COMMON &STATUTE LAW
Treating Of The Practice of the Loa0 IN Civil
lessor of Com. and Stat. Law in the University
of Virginia; For sale by West. Johnson & Co.,
and Randolph u English, Richmond, Va, by
booksellers generally, and by the undersigned.
Address (P. Q. University of Va.) M. MCKEN-
ME. bookseller and Publisher anQ.ff
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Go and see eladke's &c. Counter.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Deep Rock Water is a specified in rheumatism
on account of the solvent and antilithic prop
critics, at g. w. MAY & Co.'s.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

- GLADKE'S Sc. Counter is the best in
Stauntan. may6-tf
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Election Dnv-Thursday, May 22d, 1879.

81 In response to the call Of Many Mar yo, Voters"
HEREBY announce myself a candidate for the
Office of COMMISSIONERS OF THE REVENUE 1or
South River District. Very respectfully,
feh25 -tda w. H. MO w h4.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Children,s Copper and Raw Hide Tipped
Shoes and Shoes forever ybody, largeand small,
at reduced prices, at G. L. WELLER'S Boot and
GIano tor
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

To THE VOTERS OF AUGUSTA COUNTY:
Responding to the call of many voters" pun pun
lished in the Vindicator of March 18th, hereby
announce myself candidate for the 0fhce OF
HIGH SHERIFF of Augusta county. Electlon
to be held the 4th Thursday in May.
Respectfully,
Y,or1p fdox T. 7. LAREWs
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

~ GLADKE'S sc. Counter is the best IL
Staunton. may6-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Children's Hats and Caps just received. all
the latest novelties in the above goods at G. L.
WELLER'S. Main Street,
Hand and Machine Sewed Boots and CATERS
Custom made and warranted in fit and quality
for sale low, at CL. WELLER'S.
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FIGURES WON'T H 81: :: II! e:
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.

on this paper and see now your SuDScrIPLi
stands, Some of the names will be taken on
list unless payment be made very soon.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

Ladies, If you wish stylish, perfect fitting
and durable Boot, go to G. l.. WELLER'S Boot
and Shoe Store, Main Street.
Gentlemen's Slippers, Opera and Plain, at
G. L. WELLER'S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1879-05-20

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, 1879-05-20

To THE VOTERS OF AUGUSTA CoUNTx:-
A& Mr.. Jno. NJ. Kinney. having declined pc
ing q candidate for reelection, announce my
self a candidate for the Office Of COMMISSIONER
OF THE REVENUE for Beverly Manor Dlstrlct
and If elected will give the business strict per-
sonal attention. Respectfully,
mar4-tde j. N, MCFAhLANO.
The New York herald., 1879-12-14

and selling produce. They said that IL the Genital
was enforced the grain trade OF the Produce Ex
change could not compete with the boards OF trade
that refused to adopt Through the efforts of these
parties very large vote polled, aggregating
l,273 out of 800
AWAITING THE RESULT.
AFTER the closing OF the polls the members remained
on the noor discussing in groups the probable re-
suit The friends OF the GENITAL system had very
long faces and to Inquiries made replied that they
expected to be beaten. The grain trade on the
other hand were jubilant and confident of victory.
Every few minutes messengers were despatched
how the vote stood. and when the Inspectors re-
ported that the friends of the GENITAL system were
twelve votes ahead, with only box of ballots to
be counted. it agreed all sides that the result
would be uncommonly close. At half-past three
o'clock the tce-s handed in their report which was
read by superintendent Grant to large and excltsd
audience 1t showed that OF the 273 votes east 66s
had been In favor of retaining the GENITAL and COS
in favor of resembling it, making the majority 63
votes. The grain trade were much excited at this
result and threntened not abide by it,. They said
that they would hire room outside OF the Exchange
and transact their business to suit themselves ana
that they would not recognize the 'call" on the
basis of the entail system. fi ~
The New York herald., 1879-12-14
THE GENITAL SYSTEM.

DEFEAT OF THE GRAIN TRADE IN THEIR EF-
FORTS TO HAVE 1T REscINpED-A CLOSE
VOTE. fs
Very little business was done at the Produce Ex-
change yesterday. the members being engaged in
voting on the question whether tho exchange should
rcscnd its adoption Of the GENITAL system far It
relates to grain and -four The polls open from
eleven o'clock In tho morning until half-past two
o'clock In the afternoon and the greatest excitement
prevailed. large majority OF the grain trade are
In favor Of resembling the GENITAL. but there
are few prominent operators who have always
thought well of 1t. Among the latter are David
Bingham of Bingham Brothers, and Mr. Armour. of
Armour. Punkington Co.. both OF whom worked
hard TO have the GENITAL retained. Among the more
prominent opponents OF the System were David
bows. of David Dows Co.. and Mr.. Hazetinc, Of
Jesse Hoyt Co. They coptended that they were
not opposed to It per but they thought its intro
duction at this time was improper. They claimed
that before it's Introduction act of Congress
should be passed compelling all exchanges and
boards OF trade throughout the country to adopt it,
and that sufficient time should be given to post
farmers and Others In tho new method OF buying
The New York herald., 1879-12-14
A SIGN OF The TIMES.

THE COMING OF CHRISTMAS HERALDED BY A
GREAT INCREASE OF POSTAL BUSINESS.
Never in the memory OF tho oldest official las there
been such busy week in the Post Once ~ that just
finished. In every branch of tho service the work
has increased wonderfully. This is occasioned by
the near approach of the holidays, the mails being
freighted with money orders registered letters.
There has been constant stream of money orders
flowing In from oil parts of the United States to the
Post ONCE to bo certified for payment in foreign
countries. In order to promptly despatch by
the first steamers this great influx OF orders
Postmaster James has found IL necessary to keep
the entire force OF the money order division, COM
posed of fortysix men, each day until the work IL
completed. There are nineteen men engaged In tho
international bureau, but Notwithstanding they arc
mostly all rapid ponmen and experienced clerks. IL
has required the services after Office hours OF the
twenty seven employed In the domestic bureau,
in addition theirs, until ten o'clock and later In
some instances, before each days work was An
ished. Looking at the large pile of money orders
to be sent to Europe. and running over
the names of the rcmitters and payces. ono
realizes the vast number ot Christmas presents sent
by residents OF this country to relatives abroad The
British money orders run all the way from ten
shillngs to f10 sterling; but the average order Ia
which the amounts In money orders reduced to
foreign moneys by the clerks. SO proficient have
of thcm bee a this business that they carry tho
moneys from 81 to S50-the limit OF q single
order-n their minds ana have lit Q or occasion
to refer to tho tables kept for that purpose. The
great demand for international money orders will
soon subside giving place to the usual domestic
wave. which remains at its height until about the
10Th of next month. superintendent Plimleys re-
port to Postmaster James for the past week shows
that 6.gl5 money orders certined for pay ment
in Great Britain and Ireland. amounting TO Ss3623 rs.
and that 076 were despatched tor payment In the
German Empire. representing $5i.sl9 55 There
were 769 money orders sent to switzerland and Italy,
which aggregated Sl3.Svl Go