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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1880-03-30
MARRIAGES.

RHINEHA the 18th inst, at
the residence of A. B. Wenger, near Dayton,
by the Rev Solomon CARRIER, Algernon Rhine
hart to Miss Ella v. Harris, both of Rocking
ham county.
HUGHEs-H the residence of Mr..
William Haynes, near Clifton Forge. on the
18th day of March, by Rev. James NJ. Rice, Mr..
Richard b. Hughes, of Augusta county, Va,
and Miss Emma Haynes, of Allegheny CO.
ELY-CAMPBELL-At the residence of the
bride, near Long Dale, Allegheny county. Va,
on the nth day of March, by the Rey. II. d.
Bishop. Mr.: Samuel S. Nicely and Miss Nancy
J: Campbell, both of Allegheny co.
COLAW-MEADOwS.-Ont the 10th inst in Crab
bottom, by I. G. Martin. Mr.. = Colaw and
RExRonE-REx the 25th inst. by
9. S. M. See, Mr.. Willie A. Rexrode and Miss
Sabina. only DAUGHTER of Dan1 Rexrode, all
of Highland county.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS the Staunton Fe-
male Institute March 18th, by Rev. j. I. Mil
Ter, Mr.. VIM. Bruebeck to Mrs. Carrie S. Rue
bush.
ART-McGUFFIN.-In Covington. March
22nd, by Rev. j. w. Rice, in the Presbyterian
church. Mr.. G. A. Hughart, of Cannelton, W.
Va, to Miss Dora McGuffin, of Covington
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Woodstock March
18th, by Rev. VIM. G. Maloy, at the parsonage
Of the M. E. church South, Rev. G. T. D. Col
Inns, of the Baltimore Conference and Miss
Emma ID. Hutchinson, of Shenandoah CO.
LIFm-MILLER.-On the 18th of March, at the
residence of the brides father, by Rev. j. N.
Ross, Mr.. j. II. Life and Miss Frances M. j.
Miller-all of East Rockingham
CoFFMAN-HUNTER.--At the residence of the
brides father, on the 10Th instant, by Rev. NJ.
III. Eittinger, Mr.. Jacob T. Coffman, of Green
brier county, w. Va, to Miss Mamie Hunter
of Monroe CO., w. Va.
the 18th instant, at the
residence of Mr.. Erasmus Harvest, in Green
brier county, by Rev. Alex. M. Cooper, Mr..
VIM. T. Knapp to Miss Martha s. WEIGH, both
of Greenbrier CO, W. Va.
HUGHES J0NEs.-Near Summersville, on the
28.h ult, by Rev. Joseph L. Smith, Mr.. Will
liam Hughes to Mrs. Sarah A. Jones. both of
Nicholas county, w. Va. The groom was 81
years of age, the bride Is.
LoVING-KNOWLES.-On Wednesday, the 9th
of March, near this city, by the Rev. Dr.
Eough, Mr.. Orville w. Loving, of Nelson co.,
Va, and Miss Mary Ella Knowles, daughter
of Absalom Knowles. ESQ.,, of this county.
MILLER-CRAIG.-OnT Thursday, the 18th inst,
at the residence of The brides father, Robert
Craig. Esq, near Newport, Augusta co., Va,
by the Rev. s. L. Whitmore, Mr.. d. A. Miller,
OF Rockbridge CO., and Miss Virginia Alice
Craig.
KENNEDY-DICE.-On the 18th of March, at the
residence of Mr.. David Kennedy on Walkers
Creek, Rockbridge county, by the Rev. A.
Hoover, Mr.. Hugh Kennedy to Miss Barhary
E. Dice-all of Rock bridge.
EEMASTERS-HITE.-On the 2jth of March, at
Newport, by the Rev. A. Hoover, Mr.. Charles
A. Demasters, of Augusta CO., to Miss Maggie
D Hite, of Eockbrldge CO.
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MASONIC RECEPTION OF GRAND MASTER PEY-
TON s. CoLEs.-In accordance with the an
nouncement made last week, the Grand Mason,
Peyton S. Coles, met with Staunton Lodge, No.
b. on last Wednesday night The Grand Secre-
tary, VIM. B. Isaacs was also present. and quite
a large number of Members of other Lodges in
this county and elsewhere. After the opening
OF the Lodge in due form, the Grand Secretary
was introduced and cordially welcomed by Mas
ter H. M. Wayt and received by the members
with grand honors, after which the Grand Mas
ter, Peyton S. Coles. accompanied by a commit
tee of three Past Grands, was introduced when
an appropriate address of welcome was deliver
ed by Mr.. John w. Stout, which was responded
to at some length by the Grand Master who
then called upon the Grand Secretary who de-
livered an appropriate address. After some
time spent in the work of the Lodge, during
which citizen of this city was raised to the
degree of Master Mason. which was conferred
by the Grand Master, the members and visit
ing brethren repaired to the Virginia Hotel
where they partook Of a bountiful banquet.
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A FEMALE BURGLAR.-Last Sunday night,
about half-past IL o'clock, as night Waterman
Hamilton was passing the store of Pritchard in
the Sullivan Building Oh East Augusta street
his attention was attracted by noise in the
store, after inquiring who was there and receiv-
ing no answer, he went to the rear Of the build.
ing AND found the window raised. Having no
whistle, he fired his pistol, whe1eppon wo-
mans voice was heard crying 'sdon't shoot me-"
He then entered the store and found negro
woman by the name of Lizzie Cooper alias
Henry in the midst of the various articles
which she had packed up for the purpose of
carrying off. They included a box of chewing
tobacco, quantity of cigars, canned meats,
teas, coftees. sugar, &C., and large basket fill.
ed with eggs.
She tells pitiful tale about her extreme
poverty and denies that she had any confeder
ates, but from the large amount Of property
she had prepared to remove, it is evident that
there were others engaged in the attempted
robbery. She, however, stoutly denies it and
says she intended to get the goods away by
"keepin' on totem Of EN-"
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EASTER OFFERING OF TRINITY EPISCOPAL
SUNDAY SCHooL-The exercises attending the
Easter offering of the Trinity Sunday School
held at o'clock on last Sunday evening in the
chapel were of a very interesting character and
were greatly enjoyed by the large number of
persons present. This annual offering by the
children fthe Sunday School at Easter is
most beautiful custom and serves in an appro-
pirate way to remind the little ones of Him
who said ''of such is the Kingdom of Heaven
The singing of the Easter carols by the chill
dTer was very charming and was excellently
done. Their piping tones Of praise were infec-
lions and many an older person present at
tempted TO join in, but the hoarse sounds fell
decordantly even upon his own ear and he could
only in silence call back the days OF his child
hood when his shrill treble was heard in the.
chOruses of praise.
AS each class was called 1t sent up to the plat
form an offering of flowers accompanied by the
amount contributed in money. The flowers
were most beautifully arranged into symbols
representing the different classes and when ar
ranged upon a large cross produced most
striking and beautiful appearance. The con-
tributions by the classes amounting to the
handsome sum of SS7 40 were as follows:
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IHE ARTILLERY FEAST The rich banquet
given in the dining room of the American Ho-
tel on last Tuesday night by the Staunton Ar
tlllery was greatly enjoyed by all who had the
good fortune to partake of it. After enjoying
the substantial viands which had been served
up IN the best style under the supervision OF
Capt. John Woodward OF the American Hotel.
the commandment of the Staunton Artillery.
Capt. Alex. H. Fultz, who presided in hand
some style. read number of toasts which were
to in appropriate style.
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RUNAWAY TEAM.-On last evening on the
Hospital Hill, about O'Clock, the team of Mr..
Alex. G.. Fulton was scared by the train on
the c. e. O. r. W. They turned and came to-
wards the City, throwing all OF the occupants
out, breaking one of the bones of Mrs. Fulton's
left leg. Miss Willie Moffett was slightly hurt
on the right shoulder. The two children and
Mr.. Fulton escaped injury. The team contin-
ued it's course up Greenville Avenue and in
front of Gruberts store ran into a cart badly,
smashing the wagon and scattering the load
in the cart
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AUGUSTA WooL-GRowERs' ASSOCIATION
At meeting held in the Court of Appeals room
on Monday oflast week by those interested in
the enterprise, the Wool Growers Association
of this county was permanently organized by
the election of the the following Officers =
A. M. Bowman, President; NJ. D. Mccormick
c. B. Koiner, s. b. Allen, VIM. Ansen, s. A,
East, and G. B. Chiles, Vice Preiidents ; John.
Churchnan, Treasurer; and G. W. Koiner, Sec
rotary.
A committee consisting of J. Alex. Turk, j.
N, Opie and G. B. Koiner was appointed to re-
model the constitution and bylaws and report
at an adjourned meeting to be held on the LIST
Saturday in April.
An Executive committee was appointed as
follows:-
J. Alex. Turk, of North River: Jas. A. Kem-
per- of South River; j. II. CallisOn, of River
heads w. F. Gilkeson, of Beverly Manor: J.
Mop. Crawford, of Middle River, and Andrew
Beck of Pastures.
The following gentlemen were enrolled as
members of the Association:
G. B. Coiner, M. F. GilkesOn, A. M. Bowman.
samuel A. East. John N. Opie, T. s. Hogshead,
w. F. Gilkson, N. D. Mccormick, ]. A. Turk,
P B. Sublett, Samuel Forrer. Fl. ]. Williams,
DR.. D. W. Hanger, John f. Hamilton, Jas. A,
Kemper, Samuel F. Pilson, Lewis Hartman, j,
H. Callison, S. Brown Allen, R. F. Larew, Jno.
Churchman, Rudolph Turk, G. w. Koiner.
The membership will be increased at the next
meeting. The admittance fee is only 80 cents.
This Association will grow in Importance
with the lapse Of time, and will he productive
of much good. We have no doubt that its ben
eficial results will be extended to other coun-
ties, as they will follow the example of this
county, and establish similar Associations.
One has already been organized in Greenbrier
county w. Va,
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ANOTHER BRAKEMAN KILLED.-Mr. ]. M.
Corley. brakeman on one of the through
freight trains on the Ches. & Ohio R. R.. was
run over by the cars and killed one mfle East
of McKendrie. Thirty-fou cars and one engine
passed over his body, and he was picked up
badly rnangled. his head was severed almost
entirely from his body; both legs and arms
broken. His remains were taken to Hinton
on Tuesday morning. whence they were sent to
Albemarle where his family lives. He was a
quiet, industrious young man, q favorlte with
all who knew him. 1t is supposed that he fell
whilst passing from one car to another,
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Midway Items.

Reported for the STANTON SPECTATOR
FARMING OPERATIONS seem at this time to
be at the zenith. The March winds and beauti-
full sunshine having dried the land sufficiently
for ploughing, sowing of oats, gardening, &C.,
all OF which we notice are progressing finely
There seems to be quite mania in the stock
cattle market, especially calves, as we notice
small lots of them passing our village almost
every day. From the prices asked for them,
there certainly must be boom on the calf
question,
MINERALs.-This section has been visited
within the past week by several parties for
the purpose of inspecting the iron and other
minerals along the base of the mountain,
which we are greatly in hopes may ere long be
developed in a more tangible shape. l under
stand Mr.. Thomas w. Buckley, Mineralogst
OF considerable note, of your city, is at present
in the neighborhood for the purpose of procur-
ing leases on some of the most prominent of
the mineral lands in this section, for compa-
ny composed of influential and moneyed men
ofthis county and Northern CAPT talists.
PERsoNAL.-Late tidings of our esteemed cit
izep, Col. J. D. Lilley, (who is canvassing Bed
ford county for the celebrated nurserymen. J.
D. Mosby & Bro.0 brought good news of the
success which has attended him in this new
field of labor.
Capt Tack Rollings, one of our enterprising
merchants, who has been very ill with severe
attack of pneumonia, is now convalesclng
SPELLING.-There appeared in the issue Of
the Findicator, of the 10Th inst. challenge from
the spelling class of this place to that of Sunny
side, which the class claims to have been I'M
authorized, and entirely ignorant of, until its
appearance i'll the paper. We think the cor
respondent of the Eindicator should have made
himself acquainted with the wishes of the
Glass; and also the code with regard to chal-
lenges.
EELfGIoUs.-Qwingt to the inclemency of the
were postponed till the 2lst inst, at which time
we had the pleasure of hearing several very inv
teresting and able sermons from the Pastor
Rev. A. H. Hamilton. The meeting was largely
attended on Sunday. One person, on profess
sion of faith, was admitted to the membership
of the church.
Conference could not have made an appoint
m"nt more in unison with the@lsfes of cir
cult, than was the return of HeE o. w. Bur-
CESS to this circuit. Of which .hes3es been the
worthy and efficient pastor for the past two
years. His pastorate is highly cornmendable
both as an able expounder Of the Gospel and as
Jealous, untiring worker in the Religious
cause. Considering the circumstances under
which he had to labor, the good work which he
has accomplished has no parallel in the past
history of the churches under his charge. The
accessions to the membership of his churches
have been extremely large. and he has in every
respect reaped an abundant harvest for his I'M
ceasing exertions. QUEER.
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For the SPECTATOR.
Easter Sunday at tie Lutheran Church.


The Church was beautifully decorated, as all
who saw it will testify. The decoration was
not SO elaborate, some think, as on one former
occasion, but, the taste displayed, was deci-
ded improvement upon any decoration of the
past. But we will! say no more on this point,
supposing some one more capable will attend
to this part OF the subject.
The pastor, Rev. j. B. Haskell, should feel
highly gratified and complimented at the sue
cess that seems to follow his ministrations here.
The internal troubles that have existed for
some time in this church, or more correctly
speaking extraneous mstters. not at all a
church affair, but as some contagious disease,
it has gotten into some members, causing them
to do some things that does not strengthen the
church, but, on the contrary, one would sup
pose, weaken it; which, we dare not believe
for a moment, some of the parties would have
a hand in, if they knew it.
But, singular to say, this little ripple, or big
wave. just as you like, seems to have caused q
meao life to spring into being. in this same
troubled congregation, and it really seems
from what we saw and heard last Sunday, that
the public is mistaken. in supposing that the
Lutheran church in Staunton is seriously al feet
ed by this unpleasantness; facts are against
this conclusion. The evidences of our senses
are against this conclusions: because. we wit
messed on Sunday, an unusually large COM
munion. The congregation, both morning
and night, filled the church. 1 was really sur.
prised at this. 1 heard a remark made when
coming from the church at night: "This
does not look like dead church :, to which
the one addressed replied; "Something good
seems to be coming out of all these troubles
Now word about the two sermons. Rarely
if ever. have they been equalled even by the
pastor himself, He seems to have received
new pulpit powers, and If he continues to
preach as he did on Sunday. bright future is
before this live congregation. Such preaching
of the truth must produce good effects.
Three valuable members were added to the
church at the morning service.
will throw out one idea and close. VIVA,
we all suppose to be great evil in the church
may be truly Gods spirit trying the hearts o.
those who profess to be His.
ONEw WHO KEEPS HIS EYES AND EARS OPEN
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To STAUNTON SPECTATOR I'm last issue Of
Vindicator. we were surprised to find an article
in reference TO our congregational affairs. We
respecrin,y ASK SIX mat you give TINS caro- piace
public that the article above referred to was
incorrect, but in what particulars it is not nee
essary here to mention.
We also ask that our city papers may please
refrain from giving publicity to our church
matters unless officially requested to make
mention thereof
By order of Council Central Ev. Lutheran
Church. s. H.HENKEL, Sec'ty pro tenn.
March 9th, 1880. Wind. & Virg. please copy.
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ALARM OF FIRE.-About o'clock last Friday
evening bright light caused by the burning
ofrubbish near the Staunton Female Semina-
ry caused the alarm of fire to be given. The
Newtown Fire company were promptly on
hand to render service, when it was discovered
that. for the want of so feet more hose, they
could have done nothing to save the Seminary
buildings if they had been on fire. They
should be furnished with greater supply of
hose. The other fire companies, as usual, res
pended promptly.
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FINE MARBLE OR LITHoGRAPHIc STONE
Mr.. VIM. Hunter. of South River, in this coun-
ty has left at our office two very nice specimens
of marble or photographic stone, which he pro-
cured from the surface of an extensive vein
which runs through his farm. +
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WooL-GRowERs' ASSOCIATION OF GREEN
RRIER.-On Saturday, the goth inst, this Asso-
citation met at the Courthouse in Lewisburg
and effected permanent organization by the
election of the following officers President, J.
H. Crawford; Treasurer, VIM. r. Dotson; Secre-
tary. B. F. Harlow.
The next meeting of the association will take
place on Friday, 9th of April.
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DEATH OF Mr.. HENRY E. CRocKETT.-Mr.
Henry E. Crockett, of Wytheville, who was I'M
der treatment of the Physicians at the Western
Lunatic Asy lum, died, on Wednesday last, aged
50 years, and his remains were buried at the
Presbyterian Cemetery at Wytheville on Fri
day. He was the son of the late Mr.. Gustavus
Crockett, OF Wythe county, and the BROTHER of
Mr. ]. Stuart Crockett, who lives near Wythe-
vile.
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Have you Heard the News?
SMITH e. SHAKMAN, wholesale druggists,
Baltimore, Nd, have made the most wonder
full discovery of the age. Their Stomach
Ritters will cure Headache, Loss of Appetite,
Nervous Affections, Liver Complaint, General
Debility. and the like. Give it trial and cease
your complaining. The Bitters act like magic.
le3-IY
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Hainss, the noted Cigar Manufacturer, is Try
ing to INTRODUCE to the taste of connoisseurs
genuine unadnlterated cigar, to come within
the means of all smokers, and he confidently
puts forward the Regal CROWN as something
far superior to the goods flooding the market
now at fl We cents Feb3-tf
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FAST TIME.-On last Wednesday morning. Z.
W. Herring, agent B. & 0. Express anu Iichet
agent received a telegram from III D. 1ayio
at Longdale stating that he had passengers
for Philadelphia. The c. d .. II. W. oeihs la'e
ste train of the B. O. was held. leaving
ronr and 40 minutes late and making the trip
To farmers Ferry in hours, including 20 min
.,tes for dinner at MI. Jackson. and 80 stops.
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It don't bite your tongue.
| TT don't leave any unpleasant farewell
1t is made of the PURE LEAF.
1t has no artificial flavor.
It is bright, mild, old, and sweet.
For cigarettes, 1t has no superior
HAINEs' BEST SMOKING TOBACCO. jan6-tf
IF your Liver or Stomach is out of order-if
you are troubled with Dyspepsia Headache,
Costiveness, or Nervousness-you will save
many doctors bill by using ]. NJ. Laroque's
Thornton, Baltimore. Md, and for sale by all
druggists at 25c. package, or 81 a bottle.
Ladies,if you wish stylish, perfect fitting
and Shoe Store. Main Street.
Children's Hats and Caps just received, all
the latest novelties in the above goods at 6. i,
WELLER'S. Main Street.
Children,s Copper and Raw Hide Tipped
SHOES and Shoes forever body, largeand small,
at reduced prices, at G. L. WELLER'S Boot and
Shoe Store.
Hand and Machine sewed Boots and Caters,
custom made and warranted in fit and quality,
1or sale low, at @. l.. WELLER'S.
Ga GLADKE'S sc. Counter is the best in
otaunton. may6-tf
est prices at G. l.. WELLER'S Boot and Shoe
Store Main Street.
Gentlemen's Slippers, Opera and Plain, at
C. L. WELLER'S.
One of the most delicious smokes for five
cents is the REGAL CROWN. Feb3
The best Goods ever offered for 5 cents, in
this community can BE found at GLADKk's.
Go and see Gladkes &c. Counter. If
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G. A. RICHARDSON, ESQ.,, offers a desirable
dwelling FOR RENT. situated on New street,
near the First Presbyterian church, and now
occupied by Mr.. L. Eisenman. Possession to
be given April 10th. 1t
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When you go "bobbing around for a good
smoke, ask for the REGAL CROWN. Feb3

NEW BooT AND SHOE SToRE.-Messrs. Lips
com & Berry, two worthy young gentlemen
from Baltimore, who have experience in that
branch of business, have opened a new whole
sale and retail Boot, Shoe and Hat Store In the
building on New Street, formerly occupied by
the late Robert Cowan as a Bookstore. We
would commend these young gentlemen to the
public as worthy of confidence and patronage,
and hope that they will meet with encourage
ment and receive a generous support Their
stock has been bought for cash at the lowest
prices. and they pledge themselves to sell at
short profits. See advertisement
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For the SPECTATO


AS an answer, in part, to the enquiry pro-
pounded in the last issue of the SPECTATOR, as
to what had become of the temperance societies
of the city and county, we desire to state that
Mizpah Lodge No. 1l6, I. Q. G. T., of this city,
is still in existence, battling for the right
Some time past the Lodge suspended the hold
ing of its regular meetings, but recently it re-
organized, and now holds its meetings every
Tuesday night in the Hall of the Sons of Tenn
perance. We have emblazoned upon our ban
ner the immortal words of Lawrence-"Don't
give up the ship'-and SO long as seven men,
bers remain who are willing to associate them
selves together to constitute quorum, we new
er will. We appeal to all who are friendly to
the cause to unite themselves with us. X.
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Gladke has just returned with very large
stock of spring and summer dry goods and mil
linery. Give him call and see the best stock
of goods ever brought to this market, IT,
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Y. NJ. G. A.-The meeting was led last Sun
day evening by Walter A. Picker, who read
the End Epistle of John, and remarks were
made by Capt. H. l.. Hoover, Geo. Baker,
aRd H. +. Crosby, of Ohio. Prayer was offered
by W. G. Brown. There was ? good audience
present.
Next Sunday will be ladies' day, and Gen.
r. d. Lilley will lead The lesson will be the Sth
chapter of Romans. An invitation is extended
to the public generally.
Go and see Gladke's Sc. Counter. mav6-tf
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SHENANDOAH VALLEY R. R.-The indica-
lions are that the Shenandoah Valley r. r.
will adopt the Eastern route and run along the
base of the Blue Ridge, and connect with the
Ches. & Ohio r. R. at Waynesboro'. Whilst
this route will be nearer the supposed beds of
minerals, we think it must be more costly in
construction than the proposed routes more in
the Valley, and the bridging of the streams
from the mountains must necessarily be ex-
pensiye