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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26
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7. NJ. C. A.-The last meeting OF the Y.
VI. C. a. in our town was an occasion of I'M
usual interest. Several gentlemen from your
city, whom it was expected would address
the society, failed to come, when Capt. c.
Eakle, the President, gave expression, in
happy manner, to some gem truths. He
said-I give brief eXtract-"The visible
dealings of Providence, my hearers, are so
potent and Godlike, and teach us so plainly
touching the great evil of sin and the so
great necessity of avoiding it, as we'll as the
Supreme Importance of a sure preparation
for death, that seeing mans Indifference,
one must be astonished'' and 'sthough Sa-
tan may have bound one for years in chains
of sin, Jesus Christ delights to bless those
acho hobituaUy attend public acorship.'
DR.. VIM. J. Bell and Mr.. Drumheller enter.
tanned the audience at length. and most &C.
ceptably. The singing was very sweet.
Runawag.-A two-horse team, proper ty
Of Mr.. Wesley Newman, became frightened
few days since, and ran off. One OF the horses
died from injuries the other is seriously
hurt.
Our Festival was, in many respects, emil
nently successful. 1t is true that the oys
tiers didn't ''pan OUT with much .piety
nor did Epicurus wear any too serene a
smile, but "these little things will happen
where the arrangements are not controlled
by we'll disciplined management. There
was quite a crowd present. The gentlemen
were-almost-as liberal and behaved az
handsomely as the ladies were sweet and
looked lovely. Mr.. j. Will Beard received
the ''Leapyear' present from the ladies' IT.;
mentioned, his friends are uneasy lest he do
not recover. Wills still i'll.
The chain presented by the gentlemen &c
the prettiest young lady, was given to Miss
| Nina r. Stout. The presentation speech
made by Prof. Henry E. Harris, of W. F. l..
was chaste production. l will presume
upon your columns to state roughly the per
Grafton:
Miss Stout, in presenting you with THU
golden chain as token OF our appreciation
of your grace and accomplishments, We
would ask you to wear it proudly but no
Uainly, for as intellectual superiority ant
moral worth are magnifed by humility, 81
true beauty is bedecked and adorned BY
modesty and simplicity. And just as we
behold the lustre Of gold emanating from
this chain, so may the virtues in thy life be
an example of brilliancy and illustriousness
and may thy career be one grand concatina
ton whose links are links OF sweetness, hap
piness and bliss. LIZZIE LEAPYEAR.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

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WOOL GROWERS ASSOCIATION About
fifty OF the most prominent sheep raisers OF
the county assembled in the Supreme Court
of Appeals room, Oh Monday last, for the
purpose Of taking PRELIMINARY steps towards
the Organization of a Wool Growers Associa-
ton. in Augusta county.
Col Samuel A. East called the meeting
to order, and Rev. DR.. Green was elected
chairman. with Mr.. Childs as secretary.
The meeting was addressed by.Col. East,
p. B. Sublett, A. NJ. Bowman and others,
who explained its object, aud the advan-
tages of uniting the sheep raisers of the
county into permanent organization, in
order to mature steps which should result in
an improvement of the stock, and the fur
therance Of the interests OF the breeders.
A committee of two from each magisterial
district was appointed, the following being
the members: Beverly Manor-J. N. Opie,
G. G. Oh lids South Rivera. NJ. Bowman,
CD. Koiner; North River-J. X. East,
Alex Turk Pastures-BaXter Crawford,
S. Brown Alien; Middle River. Mop.
Crawford and A. W. Arson Riverheads-
Davis Mccormick and J. Frank Larew.
These gentlemen will hold meeting on the
fourth Monday in March in the supreme
court room, and report d plan Of permanent
organization.
We are glad to see our enterpfising
farmers moving in body, in the direction
of this organization. If properly managed,
as we have no doubt it will be, it will result
in no little good to the gentlemen them
selves, and to the county and section also.
BY intermixing the superior breeds of sheep,
ana carefully watching their development,
noting their requirements and supplying
their necessities, the folds will necessarily
improve, both in the character of the mutton
and wool. THE possibilities of such an or
ganization are almost unlimited, when we
take into consideration the extensive noun
tain ranges with which this county abounds,
and upon which thousands and thousands Of
sheep could be raised. A joint stock COM
pany formed among the sheep raisers OF
Augusta, that would purchase these almost
valueess lands, convert them into ranges,
and employ regular shepherds to attend the
flocks, would become a paying institution,
and be the means Of introducing thousands
of dollars of foreign capital into our midst,
for wool is always a marketable article, CON-
manding good prices.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

Last Sunday being the 22d, the annual pa
rade of the military companies came off the
day before. on Saturday.
Monday was county court day, and the
largest crowd we have seen in town for
long time was present. Business was lively
and every one seemed in good humor.
The ladies of Thinking Spring Church
will give concert tomorrow (Friday) night.
An attractive programme will be presented
and we hope there will be good attendance.
Maj. A. Koiner, OF the State Senate, will
please accept our thanks for the report of the
Auditor for the year ending September 30,
1879.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

VIRGINIA FEMALE INSTITUTE.-The
Board of Trustees of the Virginia Female In
stitute met in this city on Tuesday, quo
rum being present. The most important
matter of public interest before the Board
was the selection OF a principal to fill the va
cancy occasioned by the resignation OF Rev.
Mr.. Phillips. A number OF applications and
testimonials were considered, but there be-
ing others yet to come, the selection was re-
ferred to the local Board of Directors, who,
when all the papers have been received, are
empowered to make a selection. The final
action of the Directors. in the premises, will
be reached in a short time.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

The PUBLIC ROADS OF THE COUNTY.
A petition numerously signed by the tax
payers Of the county, was circulated on
Monday last, praying the legislature to pass
an act authorizing the borrowing of money
for the permanent Improvement of the more
bill asks that the Board Of Supervisors be
directed to borrow 100000 for the purpose
Of improving and Matchmaking such of the
roads OF the county leading to Staunton, as
in their opinion should be so improved.
The BoarG shall be Empowered to issue the
| bonds of the county for the 100000. in de-
nominations of 500 and multiples thereof,
said bonds to be coupons bearing interest at
the rate OF per cent. per annum and to
| fall due 90 years after their date, but to be
re 3eemable at the option of the B ard of
supervisors, after the expiration of two
| years.
| The Board may at any time indicate to
the county court what changes in grades
and locations they may deem expedient
upon any of the county roads, whereupon
the court shall appoint three or more viewers
to view the same. After which proceeding
| shall be had in accordance with existing
road laws of the State.
All work done by virtue of the act, shall
be done under the supervision of the Board
at the expense of the county, to be paid for
from the proceeds of the sale of the bonds,
except as to the expense attending the
changes in location of roads, which shall be
paid for as now provided by law.
The Board is authorized to purchase such
machinery, implements and materials as
they may deem necessary, in order to carry
out the provisions of the act. and to employ
as many hands and bosses, at such prices as
they may deem proper, and are also en-
powered to employ one competent engineer
or surveyor, at salary not to exceed S. per
day for time actually employed.
The bonds are to be sold at not less than
their face value, ard for the proceeds of the
sale and proper disbursements, the treasurer
of the county, who shall dispose of them,
shall be liable On his official bond.
In regard to the interest; the bill provides
that the Board, at its annual meeting for
laying the county levy, shall levy a tax upon
such subjects as are or may be liable by law
for the county levy, for an amount sufficient
to pay the annual interest, and not less
than $4,000 of the principal, which shall be
collected as other county levies, and 10,
receiving and disbursing the same, the Treas.
urer shall receive the same compensation as
is allowed by law for receiving and disburs.
ing other county levies.
The Board shall provide by system o,
tolls, to be regulated by them, for the neces.
sary repairs of the roads SO improved. pro-
vided the rates OF toll shall not be create,
than is necessary to cover the expense o
the necessary repairs.
1t is provided in the bill, that in order te
make it a law, the question of improving
the roads shall be submitted to the people al
the election in May next, and be approved
by at least two-t thirds of the qualified voters
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

TRIED.-YesJerdaY two negro boys, Pres
ton Tonegan and Cato Hamilton, were tried
in the County Court, the first for burglary
and intent to rape, and the second for lar
ceny. Tonegan was found guilty and sent
to the penitentiary for three years, and
Hamilton got off on petit larceny-ligbt
punishments considering the charges. Both
of the accused were defended by Messrs. G.
A. Richardson and j. B, Amiss.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

STAUNTON ENTERPRISE.-We call spe-
cial attention of our readers who may be in
need of carriages, buggies, &C., to the firm
Of Messrs. Clinedinst & Bodell, of whom
they can purchase any style vehicle desired
on reasonable terms. These energetic men
are now working full set of hands, and are
determined to give satisfaction to purchasers.
Their vehicles are all made under their own
special care and observation and they can
therefore give good guarantee with each
lob, Give them trial.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

MEssRs. LOEB & BRO. are determined TO
be fully abreast Of the times. They have
adopted the cash system, and will. rigidly
maintain it. But their old customers will
lose nothing by the change. On the cor
trary they will be benefited, for it is the
purpose of the firm. in taking this new de-
parture, to reduce the profits on their sales
to a minimum figure, thus giving the
purchaser the fall yalge for every dime they
receive. In dispensing with credit they are
enabled to mark their goods down to bot
tom prices, and as the greater part of their
stock was purchased before the recent adj
vance in prices. they will sell at the old time
figures. The senior member of the firm is
located in Philadelphia, and is thus enabled
to take advantage OF forced sales, and Sc
cure the best bargains. He also keeps the
6rm supplied with the very latest products
Of the manufactures. new styles, notions,
&c. Read their advertisement, and call at the
corner Of Main and New streets, before pur-
chasing.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

DESTRUCTIVE FIRE.-On Friday night
last, the barn of Judge J. N. Hendren, near
Staunton, was consumed, together with a
quantity of grain and hay, two horses. two
cows, carriage, &c. The origin of the fire
is supposed to have been accide ntal. The
loss was from $1,000 to $l,400, with in
surance for $500, in the London, Liverpool
& Globe Co., of which p. B. Sublett is
agent,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

TRUFAX's description of the Great 30
nauza Kings palace, to be found on the first
page of to-day's issue, affords entertaining
reading for our subscribers. Like all OF the
productions of the writer's facile pen, it is
written in an admirable style, and we'll mer'
it's careful perusal.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

APPOINTED Judge Quarles has appointed
Messrs. W. T. Rush, J. X. East, and j. B..
Slower commission to examine and report
on the expediency of changing the location
of the New Hope road, so that it will reach
Staunton through the old Fair Grounds
This is one of the most desirable changes
that could be made as it will lessen the dis
lance several miles, and imm easurably i'm
prove the grade.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

STATE TAXEs.-We have been requested
to call attention to the fact that the time in
which to pay the State taxes is not extended
to the 1st of July. That is the time when
the sheriff has TO make his reports. The
taxes are past due since December last, and
are now in the hands of the sheriff for col
lection. 1t is important that they should
be paid in at once, so that the collectors
can make their settlements at the earliest
practicable period,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

SAVIOR CoAL.-We have received a
specimen of splendid anthracite coal from
the Saylor Mine near North River Gap. This
Is Of the same vein as that shipped from the
Dora, and is most excellent burning ar
ticle. From the explorations made the guam
tity is vast, and as there can be no question
as to its quality, the property upon which it
is located cannot fail to become one of tie
most valuable sections of coal land in the
State. All they want in North River Gap
now, is railroad, and then we may look for
q regular industrial boom.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

We direct attention to the advertisement
of r. II. Maury &c Co., Stock and Exchange
Brokers, Richmond, Va. We cheerfully
commend this firm to all who may have bu-
siness in their line. Mr.. r. II. Maury, the
head of the house, is an elegant gentleman,
a thorough business man, with whom it is a
pleasure to meet, and will see that exact
justice is done to all who may deal with
him
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

Association, for March, has app cared and is
capital number. 1t is filled with excellent
matter. and discusses the insurance question
from Alphato Omega. Send for specimen
copy to c. L. Cooke, see'y.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

Advertisements inserted at 81, 60 per square ioi
nrst insertion, and fifty cents for each supsequen
Insertion.
Liberal discount made for quarterly half yearly
and yearly advertisements.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

ing 81 Son, Auctioneers, have made the
following sales since our last issue: Fol
Robt. Craig, Trustee, the John. Koerbel
property, on North Augusta Street, to W. P.
Tams for $4,000, and the Timothy Harrigan
for 2,100. For Messrs. Fultz & White,
Commiss toner's, the Nat Long property on
New and Augusta Streets, to Jacob Hanger,
for 500. For Gen1 Jas. A. Walker. Com.
the famous Walker farm, containing 33C
acres to r. c. Byers for S5S per acre.
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Greenville Items.

lhopOrteu IOT tHc tlhdINlAN.J
Arrest. Preston Tonegan, colored, aged
about fourteen years, was arrested here last
Tuesday evening, charged with breaking
into the house OF Mr.. Davis Rowan, on tie
nigh. Of the 14th OF October last, for the
purpose OF making an indecent assault up
on Miss Ella NJ. Golladay, young lady liv-
ing with the family Of Mr.. Rowan. He was
committed to Jail on warrant from justice
John H. Rush, to await his trial.
Spelling Class.-We learn that the spell.
ing class organized at Sunny Side last fall is
in flourishing condition. About sixty per-
sons participated in the spelling Saturday
evening. The contest was very close. The
audience was unusually large. We are glad
to see so much interest manifested in this
important branch of education.
Concen.-The report circulated that the
concert had fallen through is mistake. 1t
will certainly come off, and we promise the
audience treat in the shape Of good vocal
and instrumental music.
I'm. C. A.-Mr. VIM. S. Houser conduct
ed the meeting last Sunday evening lesson
21st chapter of John. We had some very
solemn and impressive remarks by Rev. Jas.
Murray. Audience unusually large and at
tentve.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

FIRE IN BRIDGEWATER-S EvERAL
DWELLINGS BURNED.-A correspondent
writing from Bridgewater states that de-
structive fire occurred in that place on Mon
day last about three O'Clock p. m. Two
dwelling houses, one millinery, and one
dry goods stores, bes ides several sta bles and
out houses were entirely consumed, though
nearly all the contents of one house and
store were saved. The buildings were old,
dry and close together. The sufferers by
the fire were Joseph Bird, store house; Mrs
Covington, dwelling and store house Mrs.
e. Arey. house; and four stables; Mrs. Mary
Browns house, half a mile distant, also
caught, bur was extinguished. The goods
Of Mr.. John Sanger in one Of the stores de-
stroyed, were insured for $30O0 One of our
CORES pondents estimates the loss at $40 COO,
another puts iG at $4,000.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

HILB & RUTHERFORD are just receiving
their spring supply of clothing, embracing
all of the leading styles. Their stock is ell
CANT and they are selling bargains.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

Wehave been compelled, for want of space.
to omit the communications of 3d." and
''Justice." For the same reason we awere
obliged to abbreviate several of our county
letters. -.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

SCHILLER's BELLS, which has been set to
music by Professor Ide, of this city. will be
rendered about the LIST Of April, for the bene-
ties of the Lutheran Church. 1t will be
gotten up in elegant style, with Prof. Ide as
Musical Director, and Mr.. G. r. Firth and
A. Y. Lee, in charge of the artistic de-
partment.
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From Hon. Andrew Cornwall,

Ex-MEMBER OF LEGISLATURE, NEW
YORK STATE
ALEXANDRIA BAY, Jan. 3, 1880.
FL. Fl. Warner s. Co:
GENTS have been troubled with kid.
ney difficulty for the last three years, and in
October last had a very severe attack. /
then commenced taking your Safe Kidney
and Liver Cure and obtained relief at once.
l have used two bottles and feel as we'll IS
ever, and shall always keep supply of
Warmers Safe Kidney and Liver Cure in the
house. Yours truly.
A. CORNWALL.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

For good Shave and Hair Cut, call at
ERNEST NoTHNAGEL' S, the Barber. No. IL
New Street.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

Regained what? Why, natural vigor :
How? By using Bodega Bitters.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

COUNTY SUPERvISoRS.-A meeting of
the Board of County Supervisors was held
last week at which all the members were
present. The following is a summary OF the
proceedings:
Roads-Road and other accounts to the
amount of $6O4.4S were allowed to be paid
from the levy of 1879. On the petition OF
H. Shifiet and others, for an alteration
through the lands of He nry Miller and 9th
ers. on the North River Gap road, the board
examined the report of Comm'rs East and
Todd, and the order Of the County Court
made at January term, and deeming the es-
timated cost of 5000 proper, ordered that the
same be all owed, to be paid out Of the levy
of 1880, unless there is sufficient surplus
from the levy OF 1879, with the condition
that this order is not to take effect until the
County Court decides in favor OF establish
ing the alteration and making repairs. On
the petition of S. Fl. Weaver and others,
for establishing a road in South River Dis
trict, from Stuart's Mill to point on the
Creenville road, the report of Commissioner
Slower was considered, and it appearing
that the road is only local one, and that
the petitioners claim damages, by unani-
nous vote of the Board, tie establishment
was deemed inexpedient.
Miscellaneous-The laying Of the county
levy was postponed until next meeting.
G. w. Fauber, Superintendent of the Poor
House, made application for six months
pay for services, which lie claims not to
have gotten. w. L. Rush was appointed 4
committee to make report. Adjourned.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

Bodega Bitters for sale by j. A. Coch-
ran.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

SUMMER REsoRTs.-We neglected to no
rice last week, circular received from the
C. C o. Railway, making inquiry as to the
facilities for the accommodation CT summer
visitors at hotels and private houses within
ten miles of its line. Those who may desire
to entertain summer boarders, should COM
municate with the nearest depot agent along
the line, giving the name of postoflice, near
est station on the railroad, name OF hotel,
spring, or farm, how parties can be convey
ed to same, distance from your station, price
Of board per month, price per week. wheth-
er special rates can be obtained for families,
how many persons can be accommodate ted, if
there is good hunting or fishing in the neigh
borhood, and If horses or vehicles can be
procured for evening rides and drives, and
at what price.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

DIAMOND WEDDING.-Sixty years ago,
on March 1st, Mr.. and Mrs. Addison Fra
zier, now of this place. were married. They
are now aged 50 and so respectively, and
have lived with each other useful and peace
ful lives for three score years. Consistent
and devoted members of the Methodist
Church, they have attended upon all its Or
dinances and exemplified their professions
of faith in their daily lives, with the evening
of their days softened and seothed by the
mellow influence of the Christian religion.
They now live with their daughter, Mrs.
Richard Summerson. respected and beloved
by all who know them.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1880-02-26

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