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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

CHURCH CONFERENCE.-The Baltimor
Conference Of the NJ. E. Church, So nth, met
in Salem on Wednesday last. Bishep Wight
man presided, and DR.. John S. Martin, late
of this city, was appointed Secretary. The
Conference is largely attended and harmony
prevails. The delegates from Staunton are
Messrs. E. NJ. Cushing and A. A. Eskridge.
The most interesting portions of the pro-
ceedings was the reports of the Presiding
Elders Of their various charges. Rev. David
Thomas. of this district, reported nearly
eight hundred conversions during the year,
and nearly three thousand during the four
years of his presiding Eldership. The char
acters of the ministers of the district were
passed. Favorable reports were made from
the other districts, and encouragement is
felt at the good work accomplished.
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FIRE.-On Friday morning last. about
O'Clock, the tannery and store house of P.
B. Hogshead, in Middlebrook, caught fire
and were entirely consumed. The loss is
estimated at about s1.5oO-partly insured
in the Lynchburg Fire Insurance Co.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Those who suffer from nervous irritations,
itching uneasiness, and the discomfort that
follows frem an enfeebed and dIsordered
state OF the system, should take Ayers Sar-
saparilla and cleanse the blood. Purge out
the lurking distemper that undermines the
health, and constitutional vigor will return.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Look for No. % Augusta Street, if you
want good coal oil at l6cts. per GAL; STAN
dard A. White Sugar at 10cts. per pound !;
good yellow sugar at s and cents per
pound; choice Rio Coffee at 2Octs. per pound,
prime at IS, good at is, fair Is. common 125.
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The CITY SERIOUSLY estimates for
the City Public Schools for the ensuing year
should be econom icaily liberal-that is,
should be controlled by strict business prin-
ciples in furnishing sufficient means to give
efficiency and success to them. Economy,
regulated by judgment, is the basis OF sue
cess in all public and pri vate enterprises, as
distinguished from a misery economy that
is governed alone by greed for the dollar
Those who have property to be taxed have
accumulated their property from the labor
OF those who have no property, and it is a
part of judiciously arranged system of gov
eminent of any kind, that those who have
must contribute to the purposes Of a wise
public policy. The whirligig of time de-
volops remarkable changes, and 1t is within
the experience and observation of all of US,
that the children OF the property holders Of
one genera ton are pot the heavy tax payers
of the next generation. Those who, under
a wise system OF taxation, would now con-
tribute to school sustenance and the education
of the poor children OF the city, will, in all
probability, be remunerated by these poor
children being taxed TO support their grand
children. This is the order of things gener-
ally, and no precauton or close~fisted deals
ing of one generation can possibly regulate
the habits and interests of the next, so far
as property values are involved.
We are sure the intelligent Board of Trus-
tees of the City Public Schools are fully alive
to the importance of preserving to them the
greatest efficiency, and placing them on an
advancing plane. False economy would be
fatal blunder and in adjusting all the in~
terests of the schools to an economical STAN
dard, their success should not be lost sight
of, but kept prominently in view.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

OFFICERS INSTALLED. On the 10th,
w. G. Elliott, District Master, installed the
following officers of King Hiram Lodge.
1853, of the G.. U. O. Of 0. F.: N. B. Nc
Dowell, N. G.; James Powell, v. G.; Geo.
johnson, N r. John swan and G.. G. Dab.
ney, R. S. and L. S. to N. G.. Ii. Bates and
L. Harvey, r. S. and L. S. to V. G.; Will
liam Perkins, W. c.; William Lewis, W. /;
Adam Watson, G.; Joseph Gibson, P. S. +;
Thomas Ewell, S. S.; William Rives. 7. G.;
Thornton Coleman. O. G.
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No Seed Oats and Seed Potatoes Syr-
ups and Molasses, very low Town Talk
and Wax Soap, cents per bar. The old
Aspen Tree still stands in front of the
door. At PRITCHARD & PITzER'S.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

did Beer at the Virginia Hotel Bar, drawn
through the Arctic Bohem ian Pump.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

At the Virginia Hotel Bar, all kinds of
wines, liquor, beer, &C., will be found at
prices to suit the times.
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Physicians recommend, especially at this
season of the year, that splendid Beer at the
Virginia Hotel Bar-Only cents for a large
glass.
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announcement.

In response to the call of MANY Voters" in the
announce mysef candidate Sn tef for coMMIssIoSEs
OF THE REVENUE for the South River District.
Very respectfully,
feb 27-tde w. L. MOWRY.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Nothing so counteracts the depressing effect
Of the first warm days of spring, as glass
of that excellent Beer to be found at the
Virginia Hotel-Only cents per glass.
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Marriages.

On the goth ult at the residence of Hugh G
stevens, ESQ., by the Rev. o. F. Burgess, Mr..
Richard G.. Cope, late OF Aberdeen. Scotland, and
Miss Mary Susan Cline, of Rockbridge CO.. Va.
In Lewisburg, on the 4th inst, by Rev. A. M.
Cooper, Mr.. Samuel C. Sydenstricker and Miss Ef-
fe B. Rider-alI of Greenbrier county, w Va,
On the 5th inst, in Lewisburg, by Rev. NJ. l..
Lecy Mr.. William Blankenship, of Bedford co.
Va, and Miss Alice Corren, of Greenbrier w. Va.
At the residence of Mr.. Conrad Kramer, on Feb.
&c, by Rev. Mr.. See, James C. Wiley and Miss Ma
ry E. Kramer, all of Highland county.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

To the Voters of Augusta County, 81
MT. John M. Kinney having declined being
candidate for reelection, announce myself
candidate for the office OF COMMISSIONER OF THE
REVENUE for Beverly Manor District, and If elect
ed Will give the business strict personal attention
Respectfully,
mar sth-tde j. N MCFARLAND.
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PAINFUL ACCIDENT.-I.ast Tuesday
evening whilst Mr.. j. J. Foster was return
ing to the city from StriblIng Springs, as
he descended Shiffiett's hill, about two miles
west of Staunton, the horse attached to his
buggy commenced kicking, and despite all
efforts to control him. broke from the har-
ness and upset the buggy down an embank-
ment. The horse being released, came to
town, and Mr.. Foster was caught under and
pinned to the earth by the buggy. For fall
half an hour he was unable to eXtricate HIM
self, his thumb being disjcinted and the
bruises about his head and shoulders being
quite severe. Finally, he recovered from
the shock sufficiently to get loose, and start
ed home walking. Just outside OF the cor
poration, he was met by wagon sent for
him, and brought into the city. Although his
bruises are painful, they are not regarded as
dangerous, and he will doubtless be again at
his place of business in day or two.
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PERsoNAL.-Gen. J. E. Roller, and R. B.
Reagan, Esq, of the HarrisonbuIg bar,
were in the city last week.
H. B. Niche, Esq, formerly OF this city,
has removed to Loudon county, where his fu-
ture home will be.
w. B. Lurty, Esq, clerk of the U. S..
Court at Harrisonburg, was in the city Tues
day last.
Rev. Jos. Gatchell has been delivering
Temperance Lectures in this city during the
past week, and is meeting with success.
The Rev. Geo. B. Tayl or, so well known
and beloved in this city, has sailed for
America and will visit his friends in Vir-
ginia.
Albert G. Hartman reached home last week
from California, where he is now probably
engaged. In company with bis bride he ex-
poets to return in few weeks.
We are sorry to state that Mr.. Ii. C. Tins
ly of the indicator has fallen a victim 70
the prevailing bad cold and is now on the
sick list. He is improving and will ere long
be at his post again.
Miss Roela L. Letterman, of Charlottes-
vile, young lady who has many friends
among the Jewish citizens OF Staunton, was
married at her home last week to Mr.. VIM.
II. Havline, Of Baltimore.
The Rev. Jno. McVerry will deliver lee
cure in the Catholic church next Sunday
night, his subject being ''The Holy Sacra-
ment of the Eucharist proved from Scrip.
ture and Tradition
Col. George L. Peyton, OF the White Sui
phur, was in tile city the first part Of the
week.
B. F. hardwood has opened grocery at
his old stand on Main street, next to r. NJ.
Ayers.
Col. VIM. S. Gilman, was in the city last
week, the guest of r. W. Burke, Esq.
Gen'l Echols was in the city last week.
Capt. John Paul, State Senator from
Rockingham, passed through Stanton yes
terday, on his return to Richmond.
W. NJ. Clements, the genial and popular
master of transportation of the Baltimore
and Ohio Railroad is in the city.s
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

To the Voters of Augusta county:
respectfully announce myself a candidate for
reelection TO the Office OF Commissioner Of the
Revenue for Middle River District. If it is your
pleasure to elect me, will endeavor, as i'll the
past, to serve you faithfully and to the best OF my
ability. Respectfully,
mar l3-tde ]. ALEX. KERR.
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HUsTINGs CoURT.-The March term OIL
the Hastings Court commenced on Thurs
day last.
Indictments were foundlagainst Pendleton
Bird, colored, for burglary; Harry Irving.
colored, for forgery; Ann Hawkins, for
keeping house of ill.fame and against
Noah Lands for selling as an auctioneer
without having license.
The estate of Timothy Harrigan and DR.,
J. A.Forbes were committed to the Sergeant
tor administration.
John Burns, Daniel Crimmens, Jno. Fal-
Ion, J. I. Parent, and j. A. Bckle were
appointed appraisers of the estate OF limo
thy Harrigan.
The estate Of VIM. E. McHenry was com.
mitted to VIM. ~. Mari for administration.
Pendleton Bird, colored, was tried for
breaking into the store of Frank Poindex-
ter,found guilty, and sentenced to two years
in the penitentiary.
Last will and testament of Mary Bragg,
dec d, was presented and admitted to record,
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keepers of Staunton want and always keeps
a fresh stock.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

When you want anything in the Fish and
Oyster line remember that Pearman keeps
the best.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Oranges, Lemons, Figs, Dates, Raisins,
Primes. &c. J. E. GRAHAM.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

. Splendid Beer, drawn through the Arctic
Bohemian Pump, at the Virginia Hotel Bar
for only cents per glass.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Roasted Rio, Laguira, and Java coffee at
J. E. GRAHAM'S.
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SANITARY PRECAUTIONS.-At this sea-
son of the year our people cannot be too
rigid in the sanitary precautions they may
adopt. Our freedom from all contag ious
and epidemic diseases, supplemented by our
naturally healthy climate, is calculated to
induce carelessness. which is sometimes in
dulged until the result is developed in unex-
planned sickness and mild types of disease,
imposing general annoyance and expense,
and occasionally inflcting death. A thor
ough system of sdisinfecting should at once
be adopted by the city authorities, and an
earnest, active corporation OF all private
families given, SO that no local causes may
exist to induce disease and sickness. Not
only should this be the case with all the pri-
vate residences ard yards, and the public
alleys and byways, bat great care should be
observed in securing and preserving in pure
condition the water we drink. While our
water supply is excellent, and the sources of
it such as to remove all uneasiness on this
| account, we are not so sure that the res
ervoir itself should not be carefully inspect
ed and cleaned at stated periods, so as to re-
move all apprehensions. The gravel bed to
it is well calculated to harbour and generate
animalcule and vegetable matter, which pos
sbly might give an impure faint to the wa
ter. Indeed, we have been of the opinion
for some time, that it would be a wise pre-
caution to cover the bowl .of the reservoir
with cement, so that at given periods the
water could be drawn off and the bottom and
sides washed off with brooms so as to give
assurance of pure water at all times. We
make this suggestion merely as precaution,
and not as complaint, for we are satisfied
the water committee and the Superintendent
of the water works are fully alive to the du-
ties imposed upon them, and are vigiant in
adopting every precaution to furnish the city
with pure, fresh water. 1t was the opinion
Of prominent civil engineer of Louisville,
Ky, who visited Staunton about the time
the water works were being constructed,
that it would be much better to spread
cement over the gravel bed than to leave
the crevices between the grayels exposed for
the habitation Of animalculG and gathering
of vegetable matter, so that thorough
cleansing could be effected, and all possible
impurities removed.
The genial san Of the last few days has re-
minded us that we are approaching the spring
and summer season, when everything that
can infect the atmosphere and water should
undergo strict scrutiny and be subjected to
rigid sanitary regulations, and this is our ex-
cuse for the reflections above.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Remember that PEARMAN is selling the
best Fish and Oysters at panic prices.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Fresh Fish and Oysters-the best IN the
market at Pearman's.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Pearman sells none but the best and fresh
est Fish, Oysters, Kale, &c.
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SUDDEN DEATH.-At his home near
Sangersville, in this county, Mr.. Geo. Mes
sersmith, died suddenly last week. Early
in the morning he appeared in his usual
ing unwell, and was removed to his bed
and died short time afterwards. Mr.. Mes
sersmith was about IS years old and man
universally esteemed and respected.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Nothing can be nicer than that elegan
Spring Kale at Pearman's.
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Advertisements inserted at $1,oO per square Tor
arstinsertion, and fifty cents for each subsequent
Insertion.
Liberal discount madefor quarterly, hall yearly,
and yearly advertisements.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Lake Herring! First of the season and
lower than ever. j. Il. GRAHAM.
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All kinds of finest and best liquors at the
VIRGINIA HOTEL BAR.
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LECTURES. night the Right Rev.
Jno. J. Keane, Bishop of this Diocese, de-
liyered lecture in the Town Hall. His sub.
ject was ''The voice of God in the world.''
1t was handled with mastery skill, embody-
ing depth of thought and impressiveness
that could not fail to entertain and instruct.
Bishop Keane is ripe scholar and
finished orator whose clear and forcible
expression, severe research and vigorous
thought render his public utterances attrac-
tive in marked degree. No one can be
within the sound OF his voice without hav-
ing attention riveted and admiration ex-
cited. To hear him is to learn.
To night he lectures on s'The Middle
Ages-their darkness and their light" and
we hope to see the hall crowded. Those
who attend may feel assured of passing an
evening pleasantly and profitably, besides
contributing to a good cause.-the lee
lures being given for the benefit of the
Catholic Church Of this city.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

A valuable mare Of Mr.. Phil. Gilkerson's
died Of lock-jaw yesterday.
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FISH, OYSTERS, and SPRING KAI.E
at Pearman's.
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EXCURSION TO WASHINGTON.-Ir order
to give the people of the Valley an oppor-
tunity Of witnessing the organization OF the
new Congress and Senate, the Bait. & Ohio
r. R. have made arrangements for the issu.
ance Of tickets to Washington and return
at one-half the usual rates. Under this ar
rangement the fare from Staunton for the
round trip will be only 81. The meeting of
all those hungry Democrats and the squab-
BILE over the offices will be better than a cir.
Gus, and we advise all who can spare the
time and are fond Of fun to go. Tickets will
be on sale the 18th and 18th Of this month,
good for three days.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Mr.. G. w. Mander is announced as the
publisher and Mr.. John Tayloe the editor of
the Fredericksburg Recorder. Both gentle.
men Introduce themselves to their patrons in
graceful and appropriate cards.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-03-13

Issued Every Thursday Morning.
$500 A Year, Invariably I'm Advance.
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LAND SALE-On the llth inst, w. Jor-
dan, Esq, purchased of Judge II. w. Shelf
fey,agent forW. S.Guerney, thea. w. Hartman
Farm, containing 643 acres for sl3 900. This
is the cheapest farm eyer sold in the county.
1t lies about four miles north OF Staunton !;
is in good state of cultivation, and well
improved
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Spring Kale at Pearman's.
Spring Kale at Pearmans.
Delicious Ka,e at Pearman's.
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CONFERENCE APPOINTMENTS tele-
gram received yesterday morning informs us
that the Conference new in session at Salem,
has assigned DR.. Hough. late Presiding Elder
of the Salem District, to Stanton station.
DR.. Hough is an excellent preacher, and will
be warmly welcomed The beloved DR.. Mar
tin comes back as Presiding Elder of the
District. Rev. O. Hammond is placed on
the Augusta Circuit, with headquarters at
Waynesboro'.
SEVERELY WOUNDED.-An unfortunate
case of accidental shooting occurred at the
residence of Mr.. Jas. Paul, near Halls
School-house, six miles above Waynesboro',
on the Greenvilie road. On Monday last,
Henry Grove, son OF Martin H. Grove Of that
vicinity, and Jno. Paul, brother OF Jas. Paul,
were preparing to start 10 the depot on their
way to the West, and in examining their pis-
tolls, that of Grove was discharged, the ball
entering the abdomen of young Paul and
inflicting severe and dangerous wound.
At last accounts the wounded man condi-
ton was precarious.
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OYSTERS, large, fine AM fresh at Pear
mans.
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Elegant fresh Fish at PEARMAN'S.
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$ M. Yosr & SON. EDITORS pnors1rroRs.
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THE CATHOLIC CHURCH.-Su day night
last, Rev. Father McKeefry, of the Catholic
Church of this city, preached an interesting
sermon to a large audience. His text was
Mathew XVIII chap, IS, 10 and 20syerses,
and the tenor of his discourse was the estab-
lishment Of the Roman Catholic Church, as
the one church founded by Christ, and going
back into a direct line to the Apostles. The
Catholic understanding of the word church,
is that, as defined by Cardinal Bellarmin, it
is society of men on earth, united togeth-
er by the profession of one and the self
same faith, and the communion Of the same
sacraments, under the government OF lawful
pastors, and especially the Roman Pontitf.
The people who thus believe numuer 2oo,
100000 souls and in every part of the
known world they have planted the banner
of the Cross.
Father McKeefry traced the history OF the
Roman Catholic Church, from its founda-
ton by the Apostle Peter, on through the
long vista Of succeeding centuries, fortily-
ing its claim to divine origin and guidance
by numerous scriptural citations, and hstor-
ical references. The history of the Catholic
Church is the history of civilization, and in
the presentation Of subject SO grand, the
Reverend gentleman displayed careful re-
search, close thought, and logical arrange
ments. He was listened to W it'll profound
attention throughout the entire discourse.
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When our writers descant on the re-
sources of the State, we are twitted with
the question, why don't you develop them
and make them practical and manifest to
the world? Virginia has always devoted
her time and capital to agriculture, and it
must be admitted has been too content to
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metal of the first character. In some por-
tons of the Valley semi bituminous dry
coal has been discovered, and in the neigh
borhood of the iron, and it may probably
be employed as very efficient substitute
for charcoal in the furnace.
''Various caves occur in this region with
curious and interesting features. The rich
and variegated crystalline deposits and con-
cretions, which are so interesting to visitors,
are formed by the solvent action OF water
upon the various kinds of rocks composed of
carbonate lime. The ready tendency OF the
dissolved matter to separate in pure and
crystalline condition, are both beautifully
displayed, while the rounded surfaces of the
rocks within the caves, aud the generally
curved contour OF the various departments
give evidence Of the wearing, as we'll as the
dissolving energy Of subterranean streams.
Usually some disturbances of the rocky strata
will be seen around the caves, and the deep
assures and clefts accompanying such disloca
tions of the strata furnish ready explana-
ton OF the means by which the agent (watcr)
that has scooped them out, Originally obtain
ed access to the surface of the rock. We
see recently glowing descriptions sof the
wonders and beauty and extent of cave
recently discovered in Page county.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1864-1890, 1879-09-20
PIX RsONAE.

Mr.. Jno w. Fuqua, whilom o
YazOO, but now located at Crysta
Springs, was in the city on Sunday
Mr.. William y. Baldwin wishe.
his friends to know that he is sales.
man in the dry goods store of Mr.
NJ. Seligmau, aud solIcits their pat
ronage. Will sell goods cheap for
cash.
Mr.. R. W. Garrison. proprietor of
the Dollar Store, left Sunday mora
ing for the principal Northern and
Western cities, where he will pur>
chase big stock for his famous
store.
That popular gentleman, Mr.. A
w. Stanford, who ia an experienced
salesman, is in the house of Siade-
ker s. Sons, where he will be pleas
ed to see his old friends from the
country, and show them the many
novelties in dress goods, and the
great bargains that may now be
had for a little ready cash.
Mr.. S. L. Mostly. SO long and fa-
sorably known in by gone days as
Dne of CantOn's most active and
merchants, is in town.
Mr.. Mosby's residence is now in st. |
Louis. but he il usually on the road,
several large mercan-
lie houses of ST. Louis, Boston and
,ther cities. His old friends are
glad to zee him looking so hearty
md youthful.