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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-05-29

Three United States prisoners = Marsh
Weakly, James Downer, and Silas Meeks-
escaped from the jail at Harrisonburg on the
9th, by pulling out the staple of the prison
door and letting themselves down with theiI
blankets. They had been convicted Of Illicit
distilling and their time would soon have
expired,
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The GOLD CAsEs.-In the U. S. Circuit
Court, at Richmond, last week, the jury in
the ssgold case, of the U. $. VS.. Elk. Gov.
Smith, returned verdict in favor of the de-
fendant. This being considered test case.
other suits involving the same principle, will
probably be dismissed. The District Attor-
ney, however, has entered a motion for a
new trial,
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WEDDING OF A FORMER srAuNToNIAN.

w EDDlNO Ot A tORMEtS -oIAUNION1fhNs
In Harrisonburg, on Wednesday morning
last, Mr.. Jno. Wallace, formerly OF Staunton,
was married by Father McVerry, TO Miss
Bridget Kelly, daughter Of Mr.. Jno. Kelly
OF Harrisonburg. In its notice of the we'd
ding, the Commonwealth says After the
marriage ceremony nuptial mass was cele-
brated. There were five groomsmen and
bridesmaids as follows: John Kelly and
Miss Kate Honiban, John Burns and Miss
Mary Kelly, John Weiner and Miss Maggie
King, Patrick Lamb and Miss Maggie Ma
honey, Michael Honihan and Miss Mary
Quinlan. Mr.. Burns, Mr.. and Miss Honihan,
Miss Mahoney aud Miss Quinlan were from
Stanton. At conclusion of the service the
happy couple with their attendants and
friends drove to the home Of the bride, where
q wedding breakfast was served and every
thing good was in attendance. Mr.. Wallace
and his bride left for Baltimore on the noon
train for short trip, attended by the good
wishes of host of friends for bright and
happy welded life."
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YIN. C. A. CONVENTIONAL the Inter
national Convention Of tie Young Men S
Christian Association, held in Baltimore, last
week, the following delegates from Virginia
were present:
Agricultural and Mechanical College, JIG
Tanner; Berryville, D. c. Helphenstine; Sa.
lem, Roanoke College, L. l.. Smith; Staun-
ton, T. C. Morton, Fl. NJ. McIlhany; Wood
stock, W. c. Fleming, r. H. Fleming; Mt.
Meridian, C. s. Patterson, j. r. Mohler.
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MEMORIAL DAY.


The decoration of the Soldiers graves will tax
place Monday, June the 9TH 1879. The followin
programme has been adopted:
Address by Capt. James Bumgardner, Jr.
John W. Opie, Chief Marshal; Capt. G. B. Conner
Capt. E. A. Fulcher, Capt. c. s. Arnall, s. H Nc
Cue, and c. s. Roller. Assistants.
All the Military Companies of the city, Fire De-
partment all Benevolent Associations, all schools
of the city and county are invited to turn out in
full on that day.
The line will form on Main Street, at 10 O'Clock
a. M, and will move promptly at IL o'clock a m
in the following order:
l. Stonewall Brigade Band.
3D. Military Companies s. Capt Hoover's school
Sd. Ex-Confederate soldiers.
4th. Carriages containing President of the AS
ISOLATION, Chaplain Mayor of City, and Speaker to
deliver address.
5th. Fire Department of City. and Band and
Fire Company OF the d. d. & B. Institution.
9Th. All schools and citizens on foot citizens in
carriages. citizens on horseback.
After arriving at Cemetery the ceremonies will
be opened by prayer from the chaplain.
Address by Captain Bumgardner.
Report and address from President of ASSocia-
ton.
1t is earnestly hoped that the country people
and all others will actively cooperate and con-
tribute flowers and evergreens for the occasion.
1t is suggested that the stores will close up from
IL to l O'Clock, so all can unite in the decoration
may 15-3t ]. H. WATERS, Secretary.
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The Successor to Senator Wlthers.

The Richmond State, of the 9th, COM
ments on the recent elections in Virginia,
and the warm interest manifested in the re-
suit in the various counties and concludes
that sail these indications point surely to
desperate time in the fall, to which this was
but preliminary skirmish. The policy in
the contest then will be greatly increased
by the personal interests at stake, as the
great prize to be contended for is United
States Senatorship to be determined by the
Legislature elected in November"
There are a number of aspirants for the
position from various portions of the State.
The present incumbent, Hon. R. E. With
ers, we believe a resident of Richmond at
the time of his election, now claims his
domicil in South Western Virginia, the To-
cality where the other Senator, Hon. J. w.
Johnston resides. Whether this fact will
influence his strength and operate against
him,w cannot now say. We do not think it
should. 1t does not make him any the less
a Virginian, and if his claims, in other re-
spects, commend him to the support OF the
representatives of the people in the Legis-
lature, the fact of his local residence should
not be brought into the contest. His party
friends will have the determination of his
successor, and whether it will be himself or
some other gentlemen lies in the womb OF
the future. Gen. Malone, Maj. J. w. DAN
lei and Hon. James Barbour will be his
most formidable competitors east of the
Ridge, and Gen. Echols and Judge Allen
from the Valley, should their friends con-
elude to make an organized effort to secure
the prize. We Of the Valley generally
manage to be so hopelessly divided by little
petty local squabbles and prejudices, that
our strength is frittered away, and our
claims thus compromised. With a delega-
ton in the Legislature united, we could
easily command the situation and dictate
the man. But as it will be family quar-
rel, we will have to rest content with COM
placently viewing the conflict from dis
lance, and only offering such advice, when
the proper time comes, as the circumstances
and desire for peace with our neighbors
may suggest.
SHOOTING AN EDIToR.-Mr. D. M.
Ream, editor of the Culpeper Times, was
shot and severely if not fatally wounded on
Thursday last. Ream and a man named
Jones got into dispute and several shots
were fred, one Of which took effect in
Jones' shoulder. The two, Jones and Ream,
then clinched, and while tussling, jamie
son, spectator, stepped forward and fired
three shots at Ream, one going through his
cost-tail, one through the breast pocket of
his coat, and one took effect in the abdo-
men. Jameson was arrested and LODGED in
jail.
From the Dispatch we learn that Mr..
Ream was considered dying on Tuesday
elsniDg.
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~ Omm issiOner's Sale of
" Lots near StauntOn.

By virtue Of the decree of the Circuit Court of
Augusta county, entered on the 18th day Of No
vember, 1877, in the suit of Lushbaugh VS. Har-
man &c. the undersigned commissioner, will pro-
on THURSDAY, JUNE Goth, 1879,
to sell to the highest bidder, the three lots near
the toll gate on the McAdamized road. about one
mile north of Stanton, which were sold by M. G.
Hartman to Harrison Read, j. E. johnson and Lew
is Peters, respectively, the first of which contsn
ing one-haf acre, and the others one acre each.
Each Of these lots is improved with SMALL
DWELLING HOUSE.
TERMS OF SALE:-Cash in hand to pay costs
of suit and sale and the balance credit Of six,
twelve and eighteen months from the day of sale,
bearing interest, Tor which bonds with good per-
synal security, waving the homestead exemption
will be required. and the title retained as ulti-
mate security. 81. M BELL,
may 29-tds Commissioner
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r livery and Feed Stables.

The undersigned begs to inform N-
the public that he has opened on IE&SSA
his oaon account and in his rightGEAzEessk
erclmsiyely Livery and Feed Stables at the old
stand of Thornburg & Shafer. where, for the pres
emit, he will be found, and will be pleased to have
him. His HORSES, which cannot be surpassed
in the Valley. handsome stylish, free and per-
fecty safe, and his rolling stock is new and ofthe
best and handsomest make.
FINE TURNOuTS AND SADDLE HORSES, A
SPECIALITY.
He hopes by close attention to business. and by
schedule Of prices to suit the stringent times
and low prices, to merit and receive a liberal
share OF the patronage of the community.
Due notice will be given of change in the To-
cation of his business.
Respectfully,
may 29-tf GEORGE H. PLATT.
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Hon. J. r. Tucker was on the floor OF the
House of Representatives on Tuesday last,
having sufficiently recovered from the surgi-
cal operation on his eye to enable him to 20
about.
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The Ways and Means Committee OF the
House OF Representatives have adopted a
resolution for the adjournment OF Congress
on the 10th of June.
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.NezU advertisements.
Wool Wool! Wool!

20 600 lbs OF UNWAsHED and WASHED WOOL,
wanted. P. B. SUBLETT,
Agt. Charlottesville Wooden Mills.
Oppo. G. & O. r. w. Depot, Staunton, Va.
may 29-3t
STRAYED i hrem meath the ts seDsesi5er y
Cemetery, east of Staunton, about three weeks
ago, a large sized
WHITE BRINDLE SPOTTED COW,
about Is or IA years old. slit and crop in left ear.
A reward will be given for her return or infor-
nation that will lead to her recovery
may 29-*1t ANDREW CRAWFORD.
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ic changes, which prove so destructive to other
mineral paints 80 called2 It forms coating
and elasticity il does not crack, chalk or peel Off
AS Roofing Paint and for Damp Walls it has
no equal. We say this from an experience OF
| twelve years 1t literally becomes. from its ma
ture, part OF the material upon which 1t is laid.
efectually cementing and thoroughly stopping all
roof. 1t forms a coating that withstands expan-
sion or contraction from heat or cold.
By the proper application OF this paint, and at
comparatively small cost, we have repaired old
roofs, condemned as unworthy of further repairs,
and extended their usefulness for years.
By the production of this paint, we have more
than doubled the value Of tin for roofing purpo-
SEES. E8r Estimates carefully and promptly made
on application. All work warranted and satisfac-
ton given.
For Tin Roofs, Damp Wallis and Shingle Roofs,
desired. 1t never cracks, chalks or peels of-has
been in use for over twelve years and in every in
stance given entire satisfaction All kinds of roof
ing made water tight by this paint.
Single roofs coated with this paint will never
decay. The iron ore becomes crystalized, and
presents stone surface in every respect Except
weight the same as slate. Makes them fire proof.
Always presents clean and neat appearance.
The only paint in the world that will stand at
mospheric changes, without deteriorating. The
only paint in the world that gives thorough pro-
Ia years. one million square feet of tin painted
with this paint, in Virginia, during the past 10
months.
All in want of this class OF work will do well to
call upon us, and read testimonials from the best
men and corporations in this State, also from ev-
cry State in the Union The OLD IROE SIDE
control the State for its sale, and furnish
MAY sAGENDoRPH,
No. IS. Augusta ST., STAUNToN, Va.
L. L. sAGENDoRPH. Wholesale and Retail
may 20 Druggists.
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Mail, Southwark, connects at Gordonsville with
Ches. s. Ohio R. R., East and West. AtLynch-
burg, connects with Atlantic Alta Miss. Ohio R: R..
Orleans, Memphis. Little Rock and Texas,-and
at Danvile with Richmond & Danville R. r., to
South and Southwest.
Express Southwark connects at Gordonsville to
all points East and West on Ches. Ohio R. R..
and Northward, at Charlottesville, to all the Sum-
mer Resorts on the C. O. line.
For Manassas Line leave Washington at 90 a..
m. and Alexandria, 25 a. M, DAILY, except Sun
day. arrive at STR AS B UR G, at u rs P. M,
connecting with the Valley Road, east and west.
Leave Strasburg 3:15p. NJ, arriving at Alexandria
at Z IS
For Middleburg daily connections at Plains
station.
For Upperville regular connection at Delaplane
For Warrenton leave Washington 90 am. daily
ton, to and from North and West.
New Orleans sleeper leaves Washington at 90
M, running through without change, connect
ing with through sleeper to Florida
On Express elegant reclining chairs between
Washington and Danville.
Excursion tickets sale at low rates to the
celebrated Resorts of Virginia and West Virginia
Through tickets very low to the South and
Southwest.
]. M. BROADUS,
may29 General Ticket Agent:
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CORRECTIONAL mistake occurred in the
extra published last week giving the cleo
ton returns for Commissioner of the Reve-
nue. in Pastures District in the vote cast for
Mr.. Hoover. The full returns show that he
carried the district by large majority, but
was defeated by the vote of tue other dis
tricts. TIE law is very defective in respect
to the election OF Commissioner, and will
doubtless be changed on the meeting of the
Legis AZURE. The voters of each district
should have the selection of the officer who
serves them. Mr.. Hoover had made an ex-
cellent Commissioner, and the vote of his
district shows how those Immediately inter-
ested appreciated his worth.
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Fist of Aerters Remaining In the Post OF
flee AT StauntOn, Augusta County, Va.
MAY 30. 1879.
LA DIES.
Grafton, Mrs. Dorinda Henderson, Miss Ellen
Carter, Miss Fannie Hampton Miss Maud
Coleman Miss Marcia Atkinson, Miss E
Clifton, Miss Nellie Kinney. Miss Eliza
Davidson, Miss Bette Mitchell, Mrs Rebecca
Davis, Mrs. Polly Ann Roeman, Mrs T. K.
Graves, Catharine Vawm, Mrs Phoebe
Hunter, Miss Amanda
GENTLEMEN.
Anderson, Capt L Kennerly, D. R.
Carter, E B Landlord, John W
Dabney, Christopher Mccormick, ROO
Davidson, Spencer Smith, Cylas r
East, Charles w Swecker, D w
Foster, AlbeF6 Stockdale, VIM j
Grady, Daniel Trotter, DR. James
Gains, Roberto Thornton, Robert col
Hall, George Thacker, William
Harris, Hudson Vest, Richard col
Kerr, David M
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
s. NJ. YOST. P. M
Unmailable letters remaining in Staunton Pc;
May 20. 1879.
Miss Annie Cunningham. Danville, Va.
Mrs Matilda Brint Washington, d. G.
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THO THE PUBLIC.-The undersigned, having
i purchased the interest of Mr.. F. o. Hyden-
rich, in the Tin and Stove business heretofore
conducted by them, takes this method of inform
ing the public, that he is now prepared to do all
kinds of
- ROOFING, GUTTERINa, &C.,
And manufacture Tinware of all descriptions.
He will also keep constantly on hand all descrip-
lions of Stoves including the best patterns OF
COOK, PARLOR, & OFFICE S-OVES,
CRATES, sc.
He respectfully asks continuance of the pa
tonnage that has heretofore so generously ex-
ended 30 him. A. QRUBR1T.
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KAOR SALE-A Beautiful Cottage situated
= in the most desirable portion Of the CITY,,
and supplied with all modern conveniences. This
is one OF the handsomest residences in the city.
For terms, &C., apply to the Editors VALLEY
VIRGINIAN. nov 20,
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New Store. New Goods.

New Store. New Goods.
Opposite the Valley Bank, on Nam Street.
have Just returned from the Northern cities
with complete atock of SUMMER HATS AND
BONNETS, which am prepared to sell at greatly
reduced prices FOR CASH.
LEGHORN HATS from so cents to 81 90.
WILLOW HATS from 50 cents to 81 90.
Thankful for past favors, hope for contfnu
ance of the same Respectfully,
may 20 NJ. P. SCHERER.
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ELECTION IN ROCKINGHAM Common
wealth's Attorney-G' G. Grattan. 1856
Jacob N. Liggett, 500 H. v. Strayer, 562 ;
VIM. Stands. 24e; E. S. Conrad, III.
For sheriff, d. II. Ralston, the incumbent,
had no opposition, and received 2,305 votes.
For County Treasurer. Samuel R. Sterling
che incubent, had no opposition, and received
2,391 votes.
The following Commissioners of the Rev.
enue were elected:-Ashby District, Jos. W..
Rhodes; Central District, Levi S. Byrd
Linvlle District, Berry; Plains District,
Thos. Williamson; Stonewall District J. N.
Ross.
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HOLMAN LIVER PAD!
W. r. Tyree, Sole Agt.,
STANTON, VIRGINIA.

WSa7 Itt11 Wtt ] VttUWEty OENI IT IOdL IL
Office of BAKER BROS,
Wholesale and Retail Grocers,
Staunton, Va, April "a, 1879. }
w. R. TYREE, ESQ,
Dear Sir:-f the contents of
this will help to bring before the public the HoL-
MAN LIVER AND AGUE PAD, a remedy for constipa-
tion and Neuralgia particularly I will feel that
have accomplished great good. MY father, living
in Winchester, Va. has written me the erect the
positive knowledge, deriving very great benefit
from the use OF this pad. lady informed him
A gentleman who had been suffering for 20 years,
said he had been rendered unfit for business or
wretchedness during those years. He used the
pad, and aim ost from the day he put it on, he at
has been in excellent health since. He used but
one. These parties know well, and their testi
mony with my own experience. convinces me
that the pad contains medical properties of very
e10''' HENRY B. BROWN. B. K.
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Trustees Sale.

T,rustee's Sale.
By virtue OF deed of trust executed by Ed
ward Mcmahon and wife to me. and bearing date
front Of the Court house, in the city of Staunton,
on WEDNESDAY, MAY 18th, 1879,
to sell at public auction that most desirable prop
erty on Augusta street. in the city of Staunton,
VALLEY HOTEL" PROPERTY.
TERMS SO much in hand as will pay the costs
Of sale, and the remainder credit of one, two
and three years from date of sale, with interest
with approved personal security and the title re-
tanned as ultimate security.
POstpOnemenf.
The above sale is postponed until THURSDAY,
JUNE 9Th. 1879. JAS. BUMGARDNER, JR.,
may 29-tds Commissioner
Commissioners Sale.
By virtue OF decree OF the Circuit Court of
Augusta county in the case OF Baylor VS.. Mona va
hoE and others, We will proceed. in front OF the
Court house, in the City of Staunton, on
WEDNESDAY, MAY 2Sth, 1879,
to sell at public auction, that desirable property
well known as the Pasture Lot, purchased by Ed
| ward Mcmahon Of M. G. Hartman, containing
8 -2 Acres.
This property Will be offered in lots of about \
of an acre each, and about 81 in number, each OF
which will front on street of 40 feet in width,
and number will front on Coalter st. and Skin
ner St. already opened-all OF these lots are very
desirable for building purposes The plats can
be seen at the office Of Shelley Bumgardner.
TERMS:-Cash in hand sufficient to pay costs OF
sale, and the balance upon credits of one, two and
three years from the day of sale, bearing
from day OF sale-the purchaser giving bond with
approved personal security. waving the nome
stead exemption and the title retained as ultimate
security, JOHN ECHOLS,
JAMES BUMGARDNER, JR.,
may lids Commissioners.
POstpOnement.
The above sale Is postponed until THURSDAY,
JUNE 5th 1879 JOHN ECHOLS,
JAMEC RTIMGARDNER, Jr.
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RoCKBRIDGE ELECTION. The election
in Rockbridge resulted in the defeat Of the
anti debt compromise men. Nearly all OF
the old officers were reelected The fol-
lowing is the vote
Commonwealth Attorney-D. E. Moore,
1882; J. N. Tutwiler, $50; r. A. Camp
bell. 241 u. B. Dorman, 545. For Sheriff
J. NJ. Lackey, 1877; D. j. Whipple, 1888.
For Treasurer, J. D. Anderson, 1876; r. j.
White, 237. For Commissioner of Revenue
Lexington District, j. A. Warmers ma
jority over highest competitor, $50 Natural
Bridge District, J. B. Updlke's majority
over highest competitor 80; Buffalo District,
J. i. Leitch's majority, 721 South River
District, D. A. OTIS majority, $40. j. L.
Lackey in Walker Creek District, and L. L,
Watson in Kerr's Creek District had no
competitors. Correspondents inform us that
OF the six supervisors elected three were
pledged against the railroad tax, two uncom-
mitted,sand one, A. T. Barclay, in favor
of it.
In Lexington the following corporation
ticket was elected Mayor: c. NJ. bold !;
Counclmen W. 2. Houston, S. II. Letch-
er, G. w. Pettigrew, 7. H. Devres, J. E.
McCorkle and G. P. Chalkley.
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NEW LIVERY
-

AMERICAN HOTEL LIVERY.
s. T. THORNBURG, Proprietor.
The firm of Thornburg & Shafer having been
dissolved, S. T. THORNBURG has
REMOVED HIS ENTIRE STOCK OF LIVERY,
to the American Hotel Stables where he Is prepar-
ed to furnish the best OF Livery dations.
His former customers are invited to call on him
at his new place of business.
Respectfully,
ay29-tf ST. THORNBURG.
RTTT.T "
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HIGHLAND ELECTION. Highland
county the election passed off quietly. Mr..
Jones was elected Treasurer by 100 major.
ity; Mr.. Arbogast Sheriff, by 1873 majority
Mr.. Campbell Commissioner, by .92 major
ity' l.. H. Stevenson, Commonwealth AT
torney, no opposition. received els votes.
: The following is the number of votes re-
ceived in the county by other candidates for
Commissioner of Revenue Armstrong, SO {;
B. II. Pullin So; w. A. Hickin, IS.
The following district officers have been
elected
Blue Grass Charles Wade, Supervisor
81. NJ. Tomlison, Miles Harold, and Rollen
Campbell, Magistrates.
Monterey W. D. Gibson, Supervisor D.
McNulty, o. Wilson and Job Puffenberger,
Magistrates.
Stonewall: j. s. McNulty, Supervisor
w. II. Keister, B. II. Hook and Jared NJ.
Wilson. Magistrates.
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OLD IRON SIDE PAINT.
Under McLain Process.

We manufacture Old
Iron-Side Paint from
the purest. toughest
and hardest Lake Su-
perior iron ores. This
is NOT a Patent Paint,
but TIL g ponderous
machinery, by which
this grade Of iron ore,
in its crude state, is
crushed and reduced
to impalpable powder
as fine as fiour.is pat
ented. 1t is really a
mineral paint-being
100 per cent pure iron
or e-unsubjected to
heat OF any other pro-
cess by which its du-
rability would be eff
fected. 1t effectually
resists all atmospher-
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The belief is growing stronger every day
that Samuel j. Tilden will be the Dem ocrat-
ic nominee for the residency in 1880.