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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22
MO7sTG1ges.

At the re sidence of the bride. in Staunton, OF
the 18th inst, by the Rev. DR.. Hough, Mr.. Chas
L. Potter and Miss Ella L.Hutcheson, AL Of Staun
ton, Va.
In Waynesboro', on Wedn esday night. the 14tt
inst, by Rev. Frank McCutchen, Mr.. Frank Tenn
T. Antrim.
On the soth ult.. at the residence Of John Black
burn. by Rev. Thomas NJ. Boyd, Mr.. Jas. Dill
worth, Of Fort Scott, Kansas, and Miss II adie L
Blackburn, OF Augusta chunty.
On the 18th ult., in Alexandria, by Rev. W. K
Boyle, Rev. A. A. P. Neel, of the Baltimore Con
ference, to Misc Ida G. Payne, OF Loudoun co.
In the Presbyterian church, in Charlestown, "
Va, on Wednesday. the It'll inst. by Rev. A. 9
Of 8. v. r. R., and Miss SalIe Riddle Tray Of
Charlestown, w. Va.
On the 18th inst. at the residence OF Mr.. 81.
Myers, by Rev. DIR. Nuially. Rev. W. q. Wallace
Of Roustonia, Mo. :, and Miss susan H. Myers, Of
Lexington, Va.
On the 9Th inst. at the residence OF the brides
mother. by Rev A. NJ. Cooper. Mr.. Jacob Flack te
Miss Anna Orone, all OF Greenbrier, w. Va.
At the residence OF the brides mother, (Mrs
inst, by Rev. NJ. L. Lynch, Mr.. Charlie A. Wyatt
to Miss Amanda s. Lipps. all OF Greenbrier Co.
w. Va.
On the 10th inst, by Rev. w. g. Eggleston. Mr.
Thos. j. Keran and Mary j. Atkinson, both OF
Harrisonburg.
Near Low-Moor, on the 9Th inst. by Rev. J. NJ
Pitcher Mr.. Ellis Burks and Miss Elizabeth M
Simpson, all OF Allegheny county.
On the 9th inst. by Rev. ]. M. Pitcher, Mr. John
Nicely and Miss Margaret Craft, all Of Allegheny
On the It'll inst, at the residence OF the brides
father, Col. NJ Sprinkle. by Rev. J. W. Wild
man. Mr.. Preston Wilhelm to Miss Ada Sprinkle
all OF Botetourt.
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Deaths.

On December 18th Mrs. Margaret Desler depar-
tie this life after an illness OF four mon tbs OF
consumption, aged rs years. months and II days
On the morning Of the 18th inst, at his resi-
dence, near the New Market Depot, after brief
illness, Jacob Price departed this life aged about
73 years.
On the 10th inst, of paralysis, on Potts Creek,
Monroe county, W. Va, Mr.. Samuel Steele, aged
80 years.
At Ashland, Hanover county. Va. on the 18th
inst, VIM. g. Paine. aged So years, Mayor of that
town and formerly of the firm OF Kent, Paine &
Kent, OF Richmond He was native OF Lexing-
ton, Va.
In Lexington. Va. on the 18th inst, Mrs. Annie
r. Lewis, wife OF w. w. Lewis and sister of VIM.
g. Paine. OF Ashland. aged 40 years.
In Bedford CO unity. on the 9th inst, in the 85th
year of his age. Mrs Susan e. Johnson, wife OF
Hon. j. Foote johnson, OF Lynchburg.
On the 18th inst. of pneumonia,at his residence,
three miles above Covington, Allegheny. Mr.. VIM
Robinson, over seventy years Of age.
At the residence of her son-in-law, Thos. w.
Wood Ivy Depot, Va. on the 14th inst, Mrs Lyd-
ia Gates Learned, widow of the late Col. j. D.
Learned OF St. Louis, Nc, in the 93th year OF her
age.
On the morning of the Goth, at her residence,
near Mt. Sidney, Mrs. Francis SwitZer wife OF
Mr.. John Switzer, suddenly departed this life,
aged about 81 years.
Near Spring Hill. on the 21st inst. OF paralysis,
Mr.. Joseph Wagner, aged about 80 years.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

DEATH OF A WEALTHY MAN.-Mr. Il on.
ard Case, of Cleveland Ohio, died suddenly,
not long since, and it was supposed that he
had committed suicide. letter received
10 Stanton the other day from relative OF
his, however, contains the intelligence that
his death was beyond doubt the result of an
accident. Mr.. Case was near relation oil
the family of Mr.. Lewis Bumgardner of this
fortune to one Of Mr.. BIS brothers. in law
During his life time he donated some two
million dollars to charitable and educationa
institutions. He was a bachelor. His wealth
Is estimated at between five and six million
dollars.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

RECOVERING A STOLEN HoRsE.-On
Friday night last, Mr.. j. Ed. Hamilton OF
this county, stayed at the residence ef S.
Brown Allen Esq. in the western part OF
the county. In the morning his horse was
missing, together with a saddle of Mr.. Allen.
For two days search for the stolen property
was made, and on Monday, Mr.. Jno. Sull-
van found horse and saddle in the road near
town. The bride had been taken off and
the bit tied to the saddle. Some tramp had
pressed the horse into service, ridden him
to town, and turned him loose. Mr.. II. is
now In possession of his property,
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Mount Sidney Items.

reported for the VALLEY VIRGINIASI
Debating ,Society.-In accordance with
previous announcements Debating Society
was organized at this place on last Friday
night by electing the following officers: s.
Fl. Watson, President; A. T. Grooms, Vice
President; P. A. Ross, Secretary and er
o66cio, Treasurer. A copy Of the Constitu-
ton and Bylaws governing the Staunton
Debating Society was kindly furnished, and
such portions as best suited this Society
were adopted. 1t was mutually agreed that
after the business of the Society had been
dispatched, that in order to pass the evening
pleasantly question should be debated.
The following was selected "Have rail-
roads been an advantage to Virginia. The
following consented to debate it In the
affirmative, J. T. Cribbins and W. w. Bren-
naman in the negative, c. S. Roller and E.
L. Houff. Mr.. Brennaman being absent
Mr.. j. c. Roller volunteered to fill his place,
and who, though wholly unprepared, threw
in few random but 80 effective shots that
when the vote was taken it stood: 8 for the
affirmative and for the negative.
The subject chosen for debate next Friday
night is : 'sShould the policy that has been
pursued by the Readjusters be condemned"
The following are appointed to debate In
the affirmative, j. L. Cribbins, DR.. Craw-
ford, A. T. Grooms and w. N. Harper in
the negative, G. s. Roller, E. L. Houff, w.
P. johnson and VIM. Richard. Competent
speakers have been selected, and as this
question is vital one to every man, the de-
bate is expect ed to be of unusual interest.
A brief report of the proceedings of each
meeting, combined with that OF the Teach
ers' Institute, which meets every two weeks,
next Saturday evening being the next reg
ular meetine), will be given in your valuable
journal.
The public generally are invited and re-
qaested to attend these meetings.
P. A. Ross.
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ExpLANAT1oN.-A correspe

EXPLANATIoN.-Aco correspondent of the
Whig having stated 10 communication to
that paper that Mr.. Bret. Slower, Deputy
Treasurer for this county, was defaulter
to certain amount, the following satisfac-
tory explanation is given of the matter, and
published in the Wing Of the 2lst,
STAUNToN, VA, January 18th. 1890
/ desire to correct the statement OF your cor
respondent "X'' from Fishersville, Augusta coun-
ty. AS represented the sureties of Mr.. Slower
apd made the settlement think ought know
Paul, Treasurer. $9ls.64 for taxes. Mr. Stover
has 81 s ,SSoo-good tax, tickets uncollected-and
BILE note for the amount, and his father. John q
Slower, became the first endorser and the snrefies
joint endorsers; that note had discounted and
paid Mr.. Paul Mr.. Slower proposes to pav tn thu
note out OF his collections, and there is No de-.
faulting whatever. Mr.. Slower, by his ,en;ano,,
got behind. Very Respectfully, ''s'
W. A.. HuDsoN.
OF Hudson Pstrick
AttorHeys, Staunton.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

SUICIDE OF WELL-KNOwN COLoRED
MAN.-Scott woods, well-known and
highly respectable colored man of Stsunton,
committed suicide in Charlottesville last
Saturday by shooting himself with gur,
For some time his mind had been Effected,
and his friends had persuaded him to 20 to
his old home, Charlottesville, in the hope
taat change of scene and surroundings
would have a beneficial effect. This, how
ever, was not the case, as the sad result men,
toned above shows.
Scott Woods was one OF the most respecta.
BILE, polite and gentlemanly of colored men
"a regular old time servant. For some
years he had been janitor of the Court OF
Appeals, sexton of various churches, &c.,
and was always faithful, efficient and courte.
Gus. By his industry and economy he had
accumulated nice little piece Of property.
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Mt. Scion Items.

Reported for the VIRGINIAN.]
The events transpiring in and around our
village cannot be of much interest to the
general reader. will therefore endeavor
to be brief and avoid substituting verbiage
for pausity of subject.
A casualty which came very near proving
fatal catastrophe, occurred at the Dora
coal fields, in this vicinity. last Tuesday,
about noon. Mr.. Jacob Saylor, from the
anthracite coal region of Pennsylvania, who
came here as Superintendent of the Royal
Land Company of Virginia, but now en-
ployed by the Shenandoah Land and Anthra-
cite coal company Of New York as mining
Superintendent and agent at the Dora coal
fields, in company with Hudson Michael,
was engaged in opening new coal drift on
Lookout mountain, when part of the roof
caved in catching Mr.. Saylor, doubling and
crushing him down beneath its weight, cut
ting and bruising him severely; but fractur-
ing no bones. His escape was almost mi
racuous. Mr.. Michael, who fortunately
received only a few scratches, assisted in
freeing Mr.. Saylor from the debris and they
barely reached the open air before the whole
of the superimposed earth and stones fell in :
Had they remained minute longer they
would have been crushed to death Mr..
Saylor is miner of more than thirty years
experience and has been here about four
years making developments. He seems to
understand his business and has made him
self thoroughly acquainted with the struct-
ture OF our coal fields. Although great
sufferer for several days, he is now rapidly
recovering under prompt medical aid and
the careful and unremitting attention OF kind
neighbors and an affectionate family.
Marriage.-On last Sabbath, at O'Clock,
our village was enlivened by the marriage
Of Mr.. Chas. Furry, the mail contractor on
the Harrisonburg and Stribling Springs
Route, to Miss Jane Hill at the residence oil
her brother, Joseph Hill, the Photographer
The ceremony, according to the very i'm
pressive ritual of the Methodist Episcopal
Church South, was performed by the Rev
Il. w. Kinzer. The usual feast OF viands
was partaken OF by the guests and all wen
merry as a'marriage bell. ITEMS.
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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

LIVELY SALE,-The sale of the personal
property OF the late w. j. d. Bell was
commenced yesterday. The attendance was
large and everything sold well. The sale
will be continued to day, when the bulk
OF the property, including grain, stock. &c.,
will be disposed of, nothing having been
sold yesterday except the household and
kitchen furniture.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

THE OLD IRoNsIDE PAINTING have
time and again had occasion to refer to the
excellent work of Mr.. Sagendorph and his
corpe of workmen. and to commend the Old
Ironside Paint as the best roof coating now
extant. Numbers Of our citizens bear tes-
timony to its merit, economy and durabil-
ity, and we have yet to learn OF single
case in which satisfaction was not given.-
Messrs. May & Co., the sole manufacturers,
are pushing the enterprise with their accus.
tomary vim. and are now operating On large
contracts in this and other States. If your
roof is leaky or imperfect, or if you desire
your building to be absolutely water proof,
try the Old Iron Side.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

AN ELEGANT FARM IN MARKET.-The
farm advertised by Gen J. A. Walker, Com
missioner, another column is one of the fin.
est estates in the Valley of Virginia. 1t has
long been famous for its fertility, and is
highly improved. Not once In ten years is
the opportunity offered of buying such a
farm as this at public auction and we advise
those who may desire an elegant estate to
attend the sale.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

LAND SALEs.-Last week the McChesney
farms, in the southwestern pat OF the coun-
ty, were sold by E. NJ. Cushing 6 Son. auc-
tioneers, for Messrs. R. P Bell, A. Fl. FuItz
and j. Bumgarcner,jr., Comm'rs, to the fol-
lowing parties: The Craig farm of ISL acres
to Rev. B. NJ. Smith, for $lS.25 per acre
the Bradburn farm, of 1851 acres, to Robt
Craig, for SIS per acre; the Sheets farm. OF
1861 acres. to j. w. Lushbaugh, for sla sc
per acre. This is all good land and sold al
a comparatively low figure.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

LAND SALE.-J. D. Price the old reliable
real-estate agent, sold for Isaac N. Bowers,
nice lite farm containing II acres to Mr..
John Wa!mer, OF Lebanon county. Pa, for
the sum Of $3.50. Mr.. Walmer is one OF
the good old Pennsylvania farmers. and We
welcome him as citizen to our county
Harrisonburg Spirit.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

CALLING A PAsToR.-The Rev. DR..
Eaton. who had received unanimous call
to its pastorate from the Baptist congrega-
ton of this city, declined to accept, and on
Sunday morning last, Nj. G. ID. Pearman,
clerk. communicated the letter OF Dr. Eaton
making known his determination, to the
congregation. 1t was then unanimously
agreed to extend call to Rev. j. N. Frost,
jr., of Lexington, KY, talented minister
and an author of reputation.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

PERSON I. N. Agard, Geni
Southern Agent for the famous McCormic lex
machines, has had the field of his operation
extended so as to embrace the States of
Pennsylvania and Maryland in addition to
those of Virginia and North Carolina. and
in order to be nearer the centre of his ter
ritory, be has removed his headquarters from
Staunton to Baltimore. Whilst we are glad
to see Mr.. Agard's valuable services in the
interest OF the establishment he represents,
SO handsomely recognized, we regret that
his promotion will necessitete his removal
residence here he has won many friends who
will join with US in wishing him prosper
Gus career in his new field. Mr.. Johu 81.
Parkins, who has been associated with Mr..
Agard during his stay with us, will repre-
sent him in this portion of his territory.
Mr.. Simon P. Miller, who had his leg bad
ly crushed by railroad accident last fall,
and who has since been at the hospital in
Washington, had the injured limb amputa-
ted last week, and we are glad to learn stood
the operation finely.
Mr.. B. Cortrite, OF Norwalk, Ohio. the
patentee and manufacturer of the Eureka
Grain Fan, was in Staunton on Monday
last, in the interest of his Invention.
Mr.. ]. Frank Davis, well and popularity
known throughout the county, is now in the
merchandising business with Mr.. George P.
Bell.
D. C. Gallaher, of Kanawha G. H., was
in the city Tuesday last.
Maj. ]. C. Green and Mr.. Dennis O'Con.
nor, now engaged on internal impr ovements
in the West, were in the city this week
Col. w. A. Anderson, of Lexington, il
in the city.
Capt. NJ. A. Miller, near Gordonsvile
was in Staunton on Wednesday last.
Chas. W. Turner, Esq, of Montana, sor
of Prof. A. J. Turner, of this city. is now or
visit to his fathers family. He comes tt
Virginia as the attorney of large minera
company of his adopted State, and will stay
but short time.
The Bridgewater Journal says Miss Lot
tie Rosenbaum, of Stanton, has organized
a music class here under very favorable au.
spices. From what we know OF music ant
music teaching, we regard her as an expert
both as performer and teacher of piano
music.
The Shenandoah Valley, New Market
says Miss Leila B. Zirkle, Ft. Defiance, il
visiting Mrs. l.. P. Henkel, and Miss
Amanda Funkhouser, Keezletcwn, hel
brother. Mr.. Samuel Funkhouser and wife.
OF this place.
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Parnassus Items.

W6HSWb 3E0WKns
Reported for .theVIRGINIAN.]
A new recruit for the Moffett Punch has
been started in the shape of a distillery at
the old mill erected some years ago,I believe,
by Robert Hogshead on Middle river, few
miles above Huadley's mill. The distillery is
owned by Fulcher & Hundley. w. Il. Cor
man is the U. S. Gauger at this new distillery.
Wheat is looking we'll and but for an &C.
casional polar wave our winter so far has
been mild as balmy spring. MORE ANON.
Our Reporter also gives an account OF an
accident which occurred at Dora Mines, but
as he had been anticipated by the Mt. Scion
correspondent, we omit it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

THE COAL TRADE JOURNAL, of New
York, in noticing the first number of Maj.
Hotchkiss new paper. the VIRGINIAs, says:
.sThere is renewed activity in the develop
ment of property in the states named (Vir-
gInia and West Virginia. and as they are
rich in minerals, there is grand field to
work upon in journal such as proposed. The
COAL TRADE JOURNAL has from time to
time called attention to this section of the
union, and long since named it the future
iron centre.n
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Better Times.

The business revival and new era of pros.
perity which has commenced are In keeping
with the increased health and happiness ali
over the land resulting from the general in
PRODUCTION OF Warmers Safe Kidney and
Liver Cure. 1.-THE changes wrought BY
this remedy" says Rev. DR.. Harvey, ''seem
but little less than Miraculous
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

THE PASTORS AID SOCIETY of the Lu-
theran church has elected the following o.
ficers: Wm. E. Craig, President Julius J.
Prufer, vice. President; Geo. V. .Ruhl, Sec
rotary and Treasurer.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

DEATH OF MRS. PHOEBE LoGAN.-This
most excellent lady and mother OF Joseph
T. Logan, County Clerk, expired at the res
idence OF her son on West Washington
street, on Wedne sday the 18th aged "
years. She was buried In Woodbine Gem
etery on Thursday afternoon, and her funer-
al sermon preached by Rev. W. g. Eggles-
ton. in the M. e. Church on the occasion.
her body in the church. Mrs. Logan was a
christian lady in truth, and she died in the
faith OF her Redeemer. Her death will be
deeply lamented .-HaarisonbMrq SPIRIT.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

Monday next, Court-day, as will be seen by
the announcement Of S. Brown Allen,
Chairman. the Re-adiusters of Augusta will
effect county organization. Several fine
speakers from abroad will probably address
the meeting, and business of Importance
will be transacted. Among those who have
promised to be here is Capt. II. Ii. Riddle
berger, State Senator from Shenandoah and
Page, and forcble speaker.
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Advertisements inserted at sl,0o per square fol
nrst insertion and fifty cents for each subsequent
Insertion.
Liberal discount madefor quarterly, half yearly
nd yearly advertisements.
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MEMORIALS OF NATURE AND ART.-The
continuation Of Col. Peyton's sketches, to
be found on the first page Of to-day's issue,
leads the reader from the haunts of the
Metropolis, to the sunshine and gladness OF
rural scenes, as he is permitted to wander
amid the ga rdens Of Kew and Richmond
These sketches are attracting attention all
over the State, and we are constantly re.
ceiving from our subscribers and exchanges
complimentary mention Of them. We think
the chapter to-day of unusual interest and
commend it to the careful perusal OF our
readers. The subject of the next sketch will
include pen portrait of the great English
statesman, Earl Russell.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

MISSIONARY SOCIETY MEETINGS. -The
Executive Committee of the Virginia Dioce-
san Missionary Society of the Episcopal
church propose to have meetings in behalf
OF diocesan missions in Norfolk, Petersburg,
Lynchburg, Alexandra, Charlottesville,
Stanton and Fredericksburg, on the 18th
or 25th of January, or the 8th of February,
as may be arranged to suit the convenience
Of the rectors In those places and OF the del
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

The Booker gold mine, in Buckingham
county, Va, ia now doing fine paying bus
mess John B. Gillian has sold his gold
mine in the same county, which was opened
lass year, to New York company for sl4,-
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-01-22

A bill has been introduced in Congress
sppropriating $500, 900 for the relief of Ire.
land.
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THE DORA CoAL.-rhrough the kiIdne IS
OF Mr.. Ham McFal, we have just been pre-.
sented with magnificent specimen OF an
thracite coal from the Dora Mines. 1t is a
splendid burning article, and was taken
from a vein averaging full ten feet in thick
ness. Quite considerable quantity of this
coal is now beng wagoned to Harrisonburg
where it readily commands SIS per ton. 1t
is regarded by those who have used both, as
far superior to the Pennsylvania anthracite,
and No. article in every way. We do
hope that the day is not far distant when
these mines will be fully developed. They
are readily accessible and easily worked, and
all that is needed to make them pay hand.
somely is the means to convey their products
to market. The railroad now projected
through this region should be put to contract
at once, and thereby would be opened up
one Of the richest mineral regions of the con-
tinent.
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NEW FIRE COMP ANY.-The following
proceedings show that new Fire Company
has been organized for the west por tion OF
the city. There were about thirty members
present on the occasion of the organization,
many OF whom have had experience in the
line of the duties implied by the organiza-
ton. 1t is the purpose of the company to
ask for reel of hose to be located in the
west part of the city, convenient to the res
licences OF the members, SO as to be ready for
any fire emergency. especially in their 10
callty. We think such an organization
would contribute to the efficiency Of the
Fire Department, and especially prove an
advantage to the western portion OF the
city, where there are more combustible
buildings than in any portion of it.
The following are the proceedings
At a meeting held in the Armory of the
West Augusta Guards, January goth, 1880,
for the purpose of organizing Fire Com
pany, John Barratt was called to the chair.
and w. N. Reed appointed Secretary. An
election of officers was then proceeded with
resulting as follows 1st Commander, r. A.
Hamilton 2nd Commander Chas. E. Greg
ory; 1st Pireman, Frank Smith; End Pipe
man, j. B. Ervine; 2rd Pipeman, Geo. 81.
Southards 18th Pipeman, Addison Gregory,
Jr.; 1st Hose Director, John Barratt; End
Hose Director, Alex. Newman Secretary.
W.. N. Reed. On motion the following were
appointed comm ittee to draft Constitu-
ton and Bylaws: r. A. Hamilton, chair
man, c. E. Gregory, j. B. Ervine, NJ. Peter
fish, John Barratt, James Ker and Geo. H.
Southards. On motion adjourned to m Get
Saturday Eve, January 24th, 1880.