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Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1881-08-11
The Revised RenderiRg.

sTwinkle, twinkle little star" the
nursery rhyme so familiar to every
body, has been revised by commit
tee Of eminent scholars, with the fol-
lowing result:
Shine with irregular, intermitted light" spark
lie at intervals diminutiye, luminous heay-
emily body.+
How conjecture with surprise, not unmixed
with uncertainty,s what yeu are.
Located, apparently, at such remote distanees
from, and at height so vastly superior t.
this earth, the planet We inhsbit.
Similar in general appearance and refractory
powers to the precious primitive octatah
etren crystal of pure carb0n,*' set In the
aerial region surrounding the earth.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1881-08-11
HAVE YOU
Ever Known

Any person to be seriously Ill without weak
when these organs are in goOd condition do you
not find their pOssessor enjoying good health!
Parker's Ginger Tonic always regulateS these
hinOd rich and pure, and so strengthen every
mart of the system. II has cured hundreds OF
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

DECISION OF AN IMPORTANT CAsE.-In the
Circuit Court, at the recent term, the case of
Brown and wife VS.. Palmer's admir- was de-
cided. The principal points decided were
list. That in a controversy between guar
dian and his ward and the husband of ward,
in relation to the wards estate, the guardian
is not competent witness. I'd. That under
the circumstances of that case the guardian
was not justifable in collecting the estate of
the ward and investing it in Confederate
money.
The guardians estate was held liable for en-
tire estate of ward, in good money, as it stood
at the beginning OF the war. The amount of
the decree is about Sc, 500. The case will proba-
bly, go to the Court of Appeals.
A VENERABLE LADY.-The subject of the
following notice, taken from the Winchester
Neeos, is the mother of our esteemed towns
men, Richard Fl and Jno. NJ. Hardy:
Mrs. Charles Hardy, the representative of
five generations, an active lady of SO years.
last Thursday, the anniversary other birthday,
cooked a most excellent dinner with her own
hands ana sent it with her respects to gentle
man of Winchester. Mrs. Hardy is one of our
young, old ladies, and one would scarcely sup
pose from her movements ON the street that
she was an octogenarian. She is, by birth, an
English woman, but has lived in Winchester
for many years. She is the mother of many
children, among them the wife of Mr.. Henry
Kinzel, Mrs. Joseph Denny, Mrs. Charles Fl.
Grim, Messrs. Samuel and William Hardy,
and others residing in Staunton and other
places. We trust she may live to celebrate
many returns OF her birthday anniversary.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

IMPORTANT POSTAL DECISION The Post
office authorities have decided that with mer-
chandise admitted to the mails as fourth class
matter, there may be inclosed printed matter,
provided it be not of the nature of actual or
personal correspondence, without any distinc-
ton as to whether the printing be on the mer-
chandise itself, attached rs tag or separate
This will be of interest to merchants sending
samples of goods. 1t is also decided that pub
fishers of matter admitted to the mails as sec.
ond-class may print on one side of postal cards.
bills, receipts and orders for subscription, with
their address on the other, on address side of
the card, and inclose the same in packages
such as second class matter.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01
VI MARRIAGES..

On Thursday, oath of November, by Rev. j. c.
Hensell, at the Reformed Parsonage in Mt. Craw-
lord Mr. William G. Vance, Of Augusta county, to
MISS Elizabeth NJ. daughter of Mr.. James D. Whit
SELL of Rockingham.
Mr. Walter l.. Finley and Miss Addie Sullivan,
were united in marriage at the residence of the
brides father Mr.. A. D. Sullivan Willow Spout, in
this county, on Wednesday night.
At the residence of the BRIDES father Mr.. T. G.
Stout, Nov. 23d, by the Rev. A. Weller, Mr. Will lam
Scott Beard and Miss Nina R. Stout all of Augusta
county ~
Nov Oath, 1881, at the residence Of the brides IA
thef near MT. Sidney, Mr. William H. johnson and
MISS Ida E, More, all of Augusta 90.
At the residence of VIM E. Craig, Esq., the BRIDES
pfother, on Nov. oath, 1881, Mr.. Arthur W. G. Dud-
ley 10 Miss Mary V. Craig Rev. G. Beard, assisted
by the Rev. John Croil, officiating.
On the 18TH at the residence of the brides father
in this county, by the Rev. - Williams Mr. N q
wheeler and Miss Kate Hepler, daughter of Isaac
Hepler. Mr. Wheeler is a member of the firm Of
trout Wheeler of Long Glade, Va.
In Covngton, Allegheny county, on the Dist in at
by Rev W. Francis Harris, Mr.. Thomas B. Callagban
to Miss Sarah S. McClary. i'''"
AT Bonsacks, Botetourt county, on Thursday, the
oath inst, Mr.. Robert R. Price ana Miss Mamie st
Cla1r daughter of Mr.. Palmer St. Clair.
On Thursday night, the oath inst at the residence
OF John t. crawford, Esq, by Rev Alex Sprunt l.
Hue Bro, or woodstock, Va, to Miss Leila B. Zrkle
of Augusta CO. '
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

HScribners Monthly" for December, 1881
There is a very interesting article in this num-
Der on the old monastery at Ephrata, Pennsyl
yania. 1t is quaint and curious, like picture
from an ancient German town. Mrs Burnetts
noyel at this stage leaves us in much doubt
whether it will ultimately be success or fail
are. DIR. Howells starts well upon his new
story, "a Modern Instance" with skillful de-
scription of New England village and some
Of it's people. As usual with the author, he
confines himself to drawing clearly a few char
s acterrs rather than working on a crowded can
sass. The chief strength this month, however,
is what might constitute the number almost a
memorial one. 1t lies In the growing tributes
to the late Dr. Holland; "The Last Days of
President Garfield" by Dr. Bliss, and an ex-
cellent engraving, followed by some reminis-
cences of the man of cast of the head OF
Abraham Lincoln, by Leonard w. Volk. We
may mention that the reproduction of "Siron's
Dining Room" from sketch by Frank c.
Jones' does not do that young artist justice or
the magazine any credit The early Writ,
iings OF robert Browning" make an interest
ing paper, and ''Ruchanan,s Loyalty by Ho-
ratio King, ls one of historical value.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

THE ALMA MATER, for November, is before
us. This is publication, in its second volume,
by the young ladies OF the Wesleyan Female
Institute. In the past year it developed some
very fine literary talent in the pupils of the In
stitute, and from the number before us we
hazard nothing in saying that the present will
be an Improvement upon the past, The arti-
Gle under the caption of Buried Cities" re-
fleets credit upon the writer, Miss Mary A.
Gist, one of the editors; and the leading edito-
rial, on the influence of woman, CONVEYS the
true conception of woman's sphere and mis-
sion, arranged in graceful sentences and inter
woven with touches of the most exalted
sentiment
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01
THE BARK EFF.

Inc markets generally are in healthy condition,
WITHOUT any excitement. The demand and supplv
seem TO be legitimate no speculative spirt
vallng This may be taken as an indication that the
iullhg prices now will be atntained at least nm
Ill ai'ef the holidays. We quote, in this market
houf' family, 50 80; extra, 40 super, 90 Wheat
500 40. Corn 80 Oats, As. Hay, SIS to 30 for
baled. Pork, 25.
III Nichn'ohd wheat Is quoted 50 for prime very
good 4S; fair and good 40
In Baltimore, the market is very dull. and ouota
tons snort OF last week. Wheat 40 to l As: De-
cembers delivery "a to IS january 3s to 7 90.
February Al to 40.
thefe IS no stir in the foreign market and the
shipments are to supply regular demands,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

MAGNETS Rock AND RYE Expectorant
with Bromide Compound, unlike other SINH
larly named preparations, is highly curative
and genuine medicine for all Lang and Throat
Diseases. 1t is medicine for COnsnmpti0es
and is soothing and quieting for the nerves,
giving rest and sleep. 1t contains no opates
whatever, and can be taken for Coughs Colds,
Hoarseness, Bronchitis, SC, by young or old,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

Fac london Graphic gives an account of a
murder exposure made by monkey. trav-
eHng Snowman, with four monkeys, was muir
GeFed, as were three ofhis monkeys, the fourth
one escaping to tree, and watching the ope-
ratlons of burial which followed the murder,
When the murderer had left, the monkey came
down, and ran to the aeaEest village, and by
excited demonstrations, induced the highest
oFhcai TO follow him to the new-made grave
OF his master. The assassin was discovered,
and the monkey is retained as witness to
IDENTIFY the mu rlcrer
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01
For the VIRGINIAN.
The Young Bourbon and Old Virginia.

He was youth of gentle birth,
Yirgnias worthy son,
Who thought to prove his high born worth,
He must be ''a Bourbon"
And in the grapple of the fight,
November's ides have seen,
He bore him, as gallant knight,
With dauntless air and mien.
What did he seek? What was the cause
That stirred his blood so high?
How was 1t that he did not pause
And "Know the reason Why"
Asserting that yirglnias fame
Impelled the part he played,
He shipped for the exciting game,
And rushed to the crusade.
The generous youth; he had been taught
That twas glorious day,
When from strong ties with blessings fraught
His State had broke away
Not, that from folly not her own
She found secessions deli,
Not of her longing to atone,
And come unto herself"
To say, she nevermore would fling
Discussions noxious seed,
Upon soil from whence should spring,
THE great controlling need
Concord, and peace, and brotherhood,
Mong all who freely roam,
Our glorious land, from flood to flood,
Our continental home.
To know that mighty work restored
Her own strong hand had done,
When her grand master sheathed his sword,
And laid the corner stone,
OF that proud dome that still shall blaze,
The lighthouse of the world,
Until at times expiring rays,
Fair freedoms flag be furled.
On this high ground Virginia stood,
In chill November's gloom,
And on the leprous Bourbon blood,
Spoke out the word of doom;
''He cannot be my loyal son.
She said ''who dares decry,
Ny holy love of Union,
Pledge of my liberty"
shy sons take back the courage high,
That this dear love inspires,
And Ger you let the banner fly,
That first waved DER your sires.
The threadbare flag of causeless hate,
That Bourbons seek to spread,
Dishonors me, your mother State,
And my immortal dead,''
And from the mountains to the sea
An answering shout was heard,
From loyal hearts of brave and free,
Her kind wise words had stirred;
And gathering round the Unions keep,
noble civic guard
They swear In tones not loud, but deep,
They will keep watch and ward
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

ADDRESS To TEACHERs.-Dr. W. ii. Ruff
ner, Superintendent of public instruction in
Virginia, has invited Prof. l.. IL. Marvel, SUI
perintendent of Schools in Gloucester, Mass,
to make a series of addresses upon the best
manner of teaching. The commencement of
the series before the teachers of Staunton and
Augusta will take place this morning at the
Masonic Hail. Prot Marvel is a gentleman of
great experience, and his discourses on the sub
iect of education will doubtless prove valuable
and interesting.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

). oceolie shumake, infant son of ]. P. shumake.
Oh MI sidney died Nov. 23rd, 1881, aged years and
suddenly, Nov. oath, at Chapel Hill, the residence
u Jonn >. Churchman, his brother-in law Dr. John
y. GrawIofd, IN the 10th year of his age. His re-
day. i ~
On Friday night, the 18th inst, at his late resi-
9 1 near Lewisburg W. Va, Mr.. Alexander
kearnes, aged 81 years.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

SALE OF REAL EsTATE.-Two weeks ago
in noting the sale of lot on Main street to
Mr.. Jno S. Lipscomo, for 5000. we took oc-
cason to say that it was the cheapest property
sold in Stanton for years. At the time the
sale had not been confirmed by the court, and
the attention of the judge having been at
tracted by the notice, the morning after the pa
per came out confirmation of the sale was
refused, and series of upset bids were put in
until finally the sale was confirmed to Mr.. Y.
900 advance on the original sale.
Messrs. Bumgardner, Hudson & Hunter,
commissioners have sold lot fronting on
Middlebrook street, belonging to the estate of
the late T. K Menitee, to j. A. Cochran for
$3.50.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

Blackoood for November has a delightful
table of contents. The second part of "The
Fixed Period" fulflls the promise of previous
instruments 1.-The Land of Khemi'' is con-
cluded, and is followed by a charming and in
structive sketch of David Scott, R. S. A. D
In 1.-THE Latin Lesson: Boy and Girl" We
have sparkling contribution, and from ''The
Pyrennees," 1.-THE Ethics of Gladstonianism,' y
and 1.-THE Stump Ministry" we derived not
only pleasure but a vast deal of information
The other contributions are "Alive and yet
Dead Some Passages in the Life of French
Convict" and 80 Victis.' Received from the
Leonard-Scott Publishing Company, N. Y.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01
For the VIRGINIAN.
Cabinet Changes.

In the expected remodelfng of President Arthur's
cabinet, the President could better respond to
the sentiments and wishes of his friends in the
South than by appointing the Hon. Alexander R1ves
OF virginia, at present the Judge Of the Western
District of that State, to Of the coming vacan-
cies in the Presidential Council
AS Attorney-General or Secretary of the Navy
Judge R1ves' appointment would prove highly sat
Stactory. 1t is well known that Judge Rives is and
has been from the first opposed the reputation
OF any part OF the State debt and In favor IL nece
Sary of an increased rate of taxation in order to nav
it. Impelled by ardent desire TO see the Old Do
m1n1on redeemed from the hands of the hostile
Democracy he warmly approved and advocated the
Union in the late elections of the Republicans and
d1Saffected Democrats to ACCOMPLISH that object
He was largely instrumental by his counsel and ad-
vice to his Republican compatriots In achieving in
the recent elections in Virginia. the success of the
combination
Judge R1ves is an accomplished scholaa: an ID
right learned jurist firm and fearless in adherence
to his convictions of right and duty and OF large
experience and capacity in public affairs. He is of
refined manners, amiable in disposition and high
ly attractive In all his personal relations 1t Is not
Known to the writer whether he would rel1nuuish
his present position on the Bench, for cabinet ap
po1ntment If rendered him, and this suggestion of
his illness for the place is made without his knoWl
edge or consent. 1t weuld be appropriate and
graceful in President Arthur to have at least one
Southern member in his cabinet; and Judge Rives
has been long and consistently and through much
feproach and contumely, earnest and patriotic
member Of his party in the South. JEFFERSON
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

HANDSOME SPECIMEN BoOK.-We are I'M
der obligations to Messrs. Jno. Ryan " Co.,
the Baltimore Type Founders, for copy of
their specimen book, exhibiting some of the
most beautiful type we have seen. The work
is a model of neatness and fine printing.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

1t would make stone image turn green
with envy to observe the expression of pro-
found disgust that settles down on the face OF
the doctor when he hears his patients praising
DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

That tickling in your throat, that hacking
and distressing, that nervous. wakeful slum-
Der, all can be remeded by Wagners Rock ana
Rye Expectorant with Bromide Compound
Ask your druggist for it. Nov 10 at.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

The Virginia Hotel Bar is now having run
on old County whiskey, and they make spe-
cialty of it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

HEAVY FELT SHEETING PAPERS, used for
building and plastering purposes, and lining
houses Send for samples and prices, to
B. M. JAMIsoN,
nov949t Main ST., StauntOn, Va.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01
List OF LETTERS

Remaining in the Post Office at Stanton, Augusta
County, Va.
December 1, 1881.
LADIES.
Acoro, Mrs Sarah Kennedy. Miss Jennie
Antill, Mrs Matte F Mcdowell Mrs Geo A
bell, MISS Ella Monroe, Mrs Caroline
BoatWr1ght, Mrs y Markley, Mrs Annie
Carter, Miss Lula Miller, Alice
seeding, Miss Blanche Nichols, Miss Della
Grymes, Miss Fannie Peterson, Mrs Mary
Goode, Miss Lncy Rudolf, L E
Hayes, MISS L1zz1e-2 Rice, Miss Willie
Harris, Mrs Virenda TAYLOR Emma
Johnson, Miss Fannie -
GENTLEMEN
Breubeck, RIB Jackson Willie Ann
Fieldef, John nj Kendall, John Blake
Gitson, William Kerr Richard
hanger, geo Neuland, Chas D
harris, JACK ORGANS, Willis cob
Eoou, odines Taylor, Jas Fl
Harmon, e Taylor, Jas M
jackson, Holman (coD Walker Henry
unavailable Letters remaining in stanton Post
Office, December !, 1881.
Misdirected-Ro ckbridge Baths
Muchacanock, Mahosk Co., Iowa
Held for Postage-Rev J Whitmore, Mint Spring
Va. 10y
Miss Ida Tehey, Falls Church, Va.
The above letters. If called for within thirty
days will be sent to the Dead Letter Office Parties
calling for them will please say they advertised
S. M. YOST, P. M.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

One of the wise men who knows everything
declares that in a few years every physician
in the country will prescribe DIR. Bulls
Cough Syrup to his patients. We believe it
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

One of the Youngest and brightest APP
pointees to high official position is MIR.
Frank Hatton, First Assistant Postmaster
General He looks to- be not over 80 or sc
years of age; is a printer by trade, and
to achieve much greater distinction than he
now enjoys if he lives
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

Remember that the juiciest and most delicious
oysters in Staunton can be found at the Nir-
ginia Hotel Restaurant
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

IMPROVEMENT OF THE CITY's FINANCIAL.
CoNDTmoN.-On the LIST of January, 1877, an
$4,000 issue of Stanton City per cent.
water bonds was sold at discount of Is per
cent, or 30 cents on the dollar The bonds
were redeemable at the option of the Coun-
Gil in five years, and payable in twenty On
the LIST of January next, the finance commit
tee will call in these bonds and substitute them
by six per cent series, which will be sold at a
premium OF 10 per cent, or at $l.10 on the
dollar. Five years has brought about CON
siderable change in the credit OF our city.
The sinking fund for the entire city ndebt-
edness now reaches $26,500, and by the 1st OF
January the whole amount due to this fund
will be in the hands of the committe
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

When you want good old Augusta county
whiskey, go the Virginia Hotel Bar.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

Snacks, hot coffee, and oysters in every
style at the Virginia Hotel Restaurant.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01
Wood Wanted.

Those of our patrons who wish to pay their
subscription in wood, can bring it as soon as
possible. We want forty or fifty cords at once.
The best old whiskey in Stanton can be
found at the Virginia Hotel Bar.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

DEBATING SoCIETY-On Saturday night
last, the Staunton Debating Society was re-or-
ganized by the election of the following Off
GERS: T. c. Morton, President; A. c. Gordon
Vice President Ed. Pendeton, Secretary.
Quite good crowd was in attendance, and
active operations were commenced by the Sc
lection of questions and appointment of deba-
tiers. Next Saturday night there will be dis
cussion on the question, us the tendency of
the Federal administration to Capitalization
desirable ?" The affirmative will be MAINTAIN
ed by A. c. Gordon, Esq, and Rev J. NJ
Eros, jr., and the negative by Messrs. Ed Pen
dleton and c. B. Jones, Esq. On Saturday night
week, Messrs. Sam'l Coleman and L. NJ Bum
gardner, on the affirmative, and Mr.. A. S.
Mauzy and Genl IL. Lilley on the negative,
will debate the question ! Does the change in
the administration Of State affairs promise
good to Virginia."
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

DEATHs.-The estimable wife of Judge
Francis t. Anderson, Of the Supreme Court of
Appeals, and mother ofHon W. A. Anderson
died at her home in Lexington on Monday
last.
On Friday morning last, at the residence
OF Mr.. A. T. Gilkeson in this city, Mrs. c. A.
Moffett, wife of J, Sidney Motfett, passed from
the scenes of earth. For years she had been an
invalid, oftentimes confined for months to her
bed, but through all the long weary days of suf
ferIng, she was the same geutle, amable chris
tian and when the dread summons came it
found her prepared. The funeral took place on
Saturday morning, and the remains were con
veyed to Thinking Spring Church and inferred
in the family lot. Mrs. Motfett leaves three
children, viz: Miss Minnie, and Messrs. W.
M. and James Motfett. To these and to the
bereaVed husband we tender our most heart
felt sympathy
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

at this stage of the redemption OF Virginia, by
the joint efforts of awakened Democrats, and
Old battle-scarred Republicans, threats should
pass between these allied forces but II the
measure of Justice the Republicans demand is
not accorded them, the future may be dark,
When future battles come to be fought.
READJusTER REPUBLICAN.
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WYTnEyILLE, Nov. 90 1881.
Editqs VaRey Iaqjntaa:
Republicans all over the State will and do
thank you for an editorial in your issue of the
gath, headed "A Word OF Caution" 1t is tenn
perately but firmly expressed, and clearly in
dlcates the general sentiment of our party in
Virginia. AS Il rule they gave cordial sup
port 20 the Readusters, and it was their votes
that decided the contest They voted for the Re
adJusters. because they claimed to be Liberals,
and because they knew from bitter past eX-
perience that die Bourbons were intolerant
and proscriptiye. They claIm their full share
OF the honor of the victory, and whilst they
care nothing about the spoils, per Sc,
they have spirit enough to demand that
their efforts and their influence shall be
fully appreciated and rewarded They will
not play the part OF mere "hewers of wood
and drawers OF water for any one man OF set
of men, and any attempts to barney or force
them into such slavish role will be indig
nantly resented l cannot think such a course
will be really pursued by the Democratic wing
OF the Readjuster party. aud yet if the reports
of certain recent interviews be correct, it eX
cites suspicion of such an intent to say the
least. 1t is well enough, therefore, tor the
Republicans to declare in advance that they
will demand nothing but what is right and
proper, and Will submit 10 nothing less.
FAIR PRAY
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

4 conference of experts, having critically ex-
amined Guiteau, have unanimously come to
the conclusion that he is insane.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-12-01

If you want good drink of pure old Angus
ia whiskey call at the Virginia Hotel Bar