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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

A FRIGHTFuL ACCIDENT.-One of the most
thrilling and painful accidents that ever occur
red in Staunton, befell young man, Mr. Ed
ward NEWMAN. on Monday last. He was in
the employ of Messrs. May & Sagendorph, and
in company with Mr.. Frank Sagendorph and
Cash Hatten went to the top of the Opera
House to repair leak in the roof. He was
working near the edge, fifty feet from the
ground, when the snow above him on the roof
commenced to slide. To escape was impossi-
BILE, for the slide was upon him in a moment,
and just as it reached him he attempted to
jump to an adjoining building The leap was
beyond his power, and he fell to the ground
with the white mass, striking on fence, break
ing his right leg SO that the bone protruded
through his pants, fracturing both bones of the
other leg and severely fracturing both bones
of his right arm. Several persons saw the fall
and assistance quickly came to him, Dr. Bal
dwin whose officeis near by, being on hand
almost instantly, and succeeded in gathering
up broken artery and saving Newham's
life The unfortunate young man who is 9
most worthy mechanic, some seventeen or
eighteen years old, was taken into an adjoin
ing building, and after long consultation it
was deemed necessary to take off the left leg.
Dr. Gibson performed the operation and was
assisted by Drs. A. M. and F. L. Henkle and
DR.. A. Fl. Fultz. In addition to the wounds
mentioned above, young NEWMAN received
internal injuries, the extent of which is not
yet fully known. He bore the painful opera
ton with great fortitude, and seemed to stand
up under it remarkably well Several hours
after the fall he was conveyed to his fathers
house in sleigh, numbers of his friends draw.
ing it along.
His companions, Messrs Sagendorph and
Hatton each made narrow escape. Hatton
was borne on down by the snow but saved his
life by clinging to the gutter, and being very
active succeeded in getting on.the roof again.
Mr.. Sagendorph grasped chimney, which
partially gave way, but he chung on and es.
capped without injury. ...,,,...o, ,.,+ ~ s.s
For young NEWMAN The greatest sympathy
is felt, and numbers Of persons have visited
him.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

| IMPoRrAST,To ALL-Some of our most en-
terprising business men purpose taking steps,
at an early day, to organize company to be
known as The Siaunton Perpetual Building
and Loan Company, which will have for its
objects:
= 1sta The accumulation of n fund, by semi-
monthly instruments, SPECIAL deposits, Interest
on loans, and fines. to enable stockholders to-
improved erect buildings, OF to use in anyway
they deem most advantageous. =. -
Cd The purchase of real and personal estates
and to sell again as the Board of Directors
may deem best.
Sd. To advance money on approved securi-
ty by trust deed or otherwise.
4th: To accumulate special fund to be used
for the purpose of advancing temporary loans
to members. ..~- -,..--' ..
This is only brief summary of the proposed
title and objects of this most desirable ins:itu
ton. committee Of our prominent citizens
who understand finance will soon begin to
canvass our citizens generally with the view
OF establishing such an organization as we
have only imperfectly indicated. If they should
be successful in their efforts to organize, the
charter will be secured atJhe next term of our
Circuit Court. In the mean time all persons
desiring information regarding the objects,
plans, terms &c, ofthe proposed company can
consult C. A. Richardson, Esq, at his law
office, No Law Building. where information
will be cheerfully given to one and all
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

DEATH OF Two NOBLE CoLoRED MEN,
On Friday last, John FarIey.a colored man,
living with Col Asher W Hartman, died at the
farm of the latter, aged II years. He was no.
ted for his courtesy and politeness, which
came to him from naturally kind disposition
and association. He was a professional stage
driver, and presided in the box and directed
the rens for Ex-Governor William Smith,
when he was mail contractor, and carried the
mails from Fredericksburg to Richmond. and
Culpeper to Washington City. He entered the
service of Col. Hartman in 1851, as stage dri-
yer, and continued with him, until the main
lines were superseded by railroads. He resided
in the Colonefs, family ever since, and was
universally esteemed for his fidelity and nteg-
rity.
VIM. Peters, another colored man of note,
died in Harrisonburg last week, aged about ga
years. He was a saddler by. trade, but for
many years was engaged in thehvery business.
Before and during thewa hewa owner OF
considerable property, but before his death,
most of it had slipped from his hands by
one means Or another. His education was
very-timited, and methods Of doing bust
ness not very Systematic, for this reason
he sometimes made loose bargains by which he
lost. He was a man of great energy and con-
siderable sagacity in his younger and more
prosperous days, and was generally esteemed
by the citizens of Harfisonburg. His liberality
was proverbial, his kindly disposition prompt
ing him to -unsfinted charities when he had
means to give. Of late years his health and
fortune left HIM. but he retained the good opin-
ion and friendship of the people among whom
he was born andraised, as7was testified by the
large attendance at his funeral of both white
and colored.
Both of these cclored men were born free
and throughout their lives were exemplars OF
the kind feeling which so frequently marks
the relations of the two races of the South
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

"A COMPLEMENTARY RIDE OVER THE SHEN-
ANDoAH V. X. r., from Waynesboro to the
S. Iron, Works, was rendered the citizens of
Meyers Cave and vicinity, Wednesday last, by
J. H. Wingate, G. E and J. W. Cook. superin-
tend Mt. Despitet the inclemency of the weather,
ayailed themselves of the generous offer and
boarded the train at Weyers Cave, Port Re
public and Lewiston, fully equipped with all
those delcaeies the ladies know so well how
to provide on such occasions, and bent on
having good time generally. AS the last OF
the fair ones, who joined our party at the latter
place, was comfortably cared for by the
courteous and gallant officers in charge, the
engineer signaled OF brakes and on we sped
regardless off the elements without, and soon
all seemed, to vie with each other in contrib
uting most to the enjoyment within Many
thanks are due to Messrs. Wingate, Cook and
Smith, who contributed not the least to very.
pleasant and enjoyable day, and will not soon
be forgotten by some of the fair ones who
shared the pleasures of the first excursion over
this portion of the road. To the engineer we
are indebted much, also, for he was ever on
the qui vive, and mindful of his precious
freight. May he live long and be happy"
Last, but not least, the most pleasant part OF
the programme was reserved for the finale,
and was found in an elegant entertainment
rendered the party by the Misses L. at the res
idence of Hon. Jno. F. Lewis, Thursday even
ing following. Charades and games were
among the amusements, and many pleasant
recollections will long abide with those who
participated. STYx.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

D. NJ. FERRY s. Co., of Detroit, Mich, the
heaviest seed dealers in the country, have just
issued their Seed Annual for 18S1-which is
well worth the trouble of sending for, and will
be supplied free of expense to all who apply to
them for it. This house makes a specially of
supplying the best and purest seeds OF all the
most useful and valuable varieties, and do an
immense business in consequence. All lovers
of choice Flowers as well as gardeners would
do well to obtain their seeds from this long
established and reliable house, and save them
selves disappointment and loss from the pur-
chase of poor seed elsewhere.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

STILL ExPANDING-The large amount OF
business now being transacted by the Valley
Mutual Life Association, has rendered it neces-
sary that additional clerical assistance be OBJ
tanned, and in order to meet their demand the
Board, ON Monday last, increased the force by
the election of Mr.. Edward F. Surber, former
~ the efficient clerk at ]. Bumgardner & Son s
ware house, and now with Burke & Bradley.
No institution ever established in Virginia
has met with the success which has marked
the career of the Valley Mutual. Its affairs
have been managed with consummate ability
and it Is daily extending the sphere of its
benefits. Ii is the cheapest, safest and most
reliable insurance company we know of.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

e Cur GLASS WARE.-Mr. j. C. West, on New
street, has received his stock of cut glass ware
and splendid stock it is handsome in design
and beautiful in ornamentation. Heis closing
it out at half price, and those who wish to gel
really elegant goods at the lowest figures.
should call at once. Queensware and glass
ware of every description can be found at his
store at prices remarkably low.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

ELECTION OF OFFICERS. The Lodge OF
Knights of Honor at Waynesboro, has elected
the following officers:
b. P. Cav, P. D.; W. NJ. Chew, D.; ]. W.
Nicklin, V.D.; C. r. Haines, A. D.; W. j.
Jones, Rep. J. B. Roden, F. Rep; R. G.
Wright, Treas; j. r. VanHorn, Chap; ]. w.
Ellerson, Guide; John Hill, Guardian; D. P.
Garner, Sentinel w. J. Jones, Medical Ex-
aminer; Past Dictator j. A. Patterson was
chosen representative to the Grand Council
with H. H. Shackleford, alternate.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

DEATH OF AN OLD CITIzEN-Mr. Thomas
Fallon, a native of Ireland, and one of the old
est residents of Stanton, died at his home on
Saturday last, in the SOD year of his age He
was the father of our esteemed townsman, Mr..
John Fallon, and was universally respected.
Mr. Fallon had three sons in the army. John
was taken prisoner by Hunters command and
lodged at Camp Chase. Timothy was killed
at the battle of Piedmont. and James, mem
Der of the old West Augusta Guard, died at
Harrisonburg, ON his way home after the war.
His two daughters, Mary and Ann are living
in Staunton. . as~ 1rs at>ieY ~
The funeral took place from the Catholic
Church on Monday, and the remains were
followed to the Cemetery by large coneourse.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

Our CoRREsPoNDENTs.-We have on hand
several communications on political subjects,
as well as others, which it is our purpose to
publish just as soon as we can. Neither of
them are of pressing importance, and will
serve the purpose designed as well week or
two hence as now. We wish to give variety
to our columns, and not monopolize them by
political matter, and will have to take them in
turn and publish as fast as we can. Our cor
respondents must be patient, as our space is
limited. They will have attention in due
time
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

ELECTION OF OFFIcERs-On Saturday
night last ,Mt.Solon Council, No 80, F. of T., in
stalled the following officers: President, Fheo.
Stombock Associate, Blanch Paul; Chaplain,
Jacob Fifer; Secretary, D. Bruno; Financial
Secretary, ]. R. Piper; Treasurer, H. c. Han
ma; Conductor, Miller Rogers; Assistant Con
duetor, ]. L. Shepp; 1. s., J. w Hopewell
% 8 81 F Hanna
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

CHURCH CoUNcILMEN.-We gave last week
the members of one wing of the Lutheran
Church Council. The congregation being di-
vided, the other wing has elected the follow
ing gentlemen as its councilmen: G. s. Baker,
A. A. Grubert, S. S. Smeltzer. Geo. W. Peace.
John w Slower, John Wehn, NJ P. Funk
houser, and w. E. Craig 81 ~ NJ
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

Mr. Geo. S. Krouse, editor of the Cupeper
Times formerly an employe of this office,
gentleman in every sense of the word, and one
OF the most promising young journalists OF
the State, was married on the 9th to Miss Ella
V. Holingsworth, of Culpeper.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

senting himself as Baptist preacher by the
name of Rev. Mr.. Douglas has been lounging
about Stanton for several days. He is en-
deavoring to obtain money for missionary
purposes, as he says, and when obtained, de-
votes it TO liquid refreshments. The public
is warned against him.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

r, r. Acc1DENT.-A collision of an engine
with a cabeose car, occurred Monday on the
G. s. O. Railway, near Hebron church in this
county. The engineer and fireman jumped
from the engine thus saving their lives The
engineer, Mr. c. Eastman, had his leg sprained,
and the fireman, Mr.. Sandy Smith, was slight
" bruised
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13
We clip the following from the New Market

We clip the following from the New Market
Shenandoah Fdseg:- -
DR.. A. M -Henkel and wife, Stanton. Va.
spent several days here last week; also John
Reamer from the same city.
Miss Lee Crickenberger, Viewers Cave Sta
ton, Va. is visiting Miss Annie L. Henkel.
John W Breedlove, Waynesboro, Va. re-
visited his old home. last week, after an alb
sence of six years.
Miss Annie Myers, New Hope. Augusta
county, arrived here this week, aud is attend
ing Mrs. Rosenberger's Select Female School.
Miss Beckie Rinker, Hamburg, and Miss
Maggie Beard, Sangersville, Va, were visiting
friends near here last week.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

PROPERTY SALE.-Mr II. Risk has pur-
chased from W. j. Nelson. attorney, the coy
little Shafer property on St. Clair street. for
$1,000. This is one of the cheapest properties
eyer sold in Staunton
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

A STATEMENT.-Mr Geo. D. Smith of Char
lottesville, writes US asking that we make a
correction of the statement made by our
Waynesboro correspondent several weeks ago
In giving an account of the sudden death of
Mr.. Edwards in Waynesboro, our correspond
ent stated that a man named Smith was with
the deceased when he came to Waynesboro,
and that, he, Smith, left Edwards there sick
with $e5, taking with him $75 which Edwards
had. 1,..-...,s ......g.,,.. Z; f,,g--..,ie
Mr.. Geo. L. Smith states that his brother
the Mr.. Smith mentioned above, took not a
dime of Edwards money. and when they sep
arated, Edwards was his debtor. Hegoes into
an itemized statement of the account between
them, and says that he ia prepared to prove its
correctness. By it, it appears that Edwards
owed him small amount at the time OF his
death Pens s 1880 sta.s19e eEs' y
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

d, VIRGINIA BAKING PowDER.-Mrs. Hartman
is meeting with large sale for her celebrated
baking powders. They are being introduced
more than satisfactory. Last week she received
proposition from merchant of New York,
to sell him the recipe and the State right. She
also received an order for two gross from a
Louisiana house. The powders are cold at all
the groceries and drug stores of Staunton, and
are excellent
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

Hon. J. w. Johnston, U. S. Senator from
Virginia, is preparing an answer to Gen. Ma
homes published interview.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

Judge Gray. Of Fairfax county, has heen ap.
pointed Collector of Customs at Alexandria,
Va, In place Of A. A. Warfeld, ESQ.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

CoNcERT-The South River Advertiser states
that the Waynesboro Cornet Band gave con=
cert On Friday night, Dec. 81, in Academy hail
under the management of their leader, Mr.. T..
NJ Turner, assisted by some of Staunton's best
vocal talent Miss Cora Turner, Messrs J. j.
Turner, F. R. Bear, E. Euritt, Jos. Shirley
and Edgar Undertake. The programme though
not long one, was highly entertaining and
very much appreciated by the well crowded
house The most noticeable acts of the pro-
grammc were "Be kind to the loved ones at
home" Cornet band; Solo = Where tits
moonlight" Miss Cora Turner; Music in the
air" quartette, Messrs. Bear, Timberlake, Shir-
key and Euritt; and market day." solo, Miss
Cora Turner We highly commend MIR. Tur-
ner for the valuable instructions given the
band and tor the undeniable success OF the
concert.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

FINE BUGGIEs.- direct attention to the
advertisement of Mr.. H.Burdett, to be found
in another column. He keeps on hand lot of
handsome specimens, and in workmanship and
m .terial they are first class. 1t would be well
tor those desiring vehicles to give Mr.. Burdett
a call before purchasing, for he is selling bar
gains. ~,-~
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

SCHOOL DISTINCTIONS &c.-The following
pupils OF Prof. Coleman's school received med
ais and distinctions for excellence in study
during November and December, 1880:
Medals: Baker AA::s:::i,vitfout, James Powell,
S. Bradley Lyle, Ed. Berkeley, Harry Coleman,
A. Foster. --,.--.--.5 -..--.--.
Distinctions: R. .Ayres, G. Henkle, ]. Bald
win Brown, Harry Coleman, A. Foster.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

SHENANDOAH VALLEY RAILRoAD.-tralns
are now running regularly on the upper end
of the Shenandoah Vail Railroad, from
Waynesboro to Shenandoah Iron Works. The
rate of speed is kept down to about 10 or IS
miles an hour, but the track is being gotten in
elegant condition and ere long full passenger
trains will be put on. That this is to be one
of the great roads of the future can scarcely be
doubted, and the efficient managersswho have
charge of the construction are building it with
view to meeting the heavy demands that
will be made upon it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

We ask the attention of those who may de-
sire the services of a young man as salesman
to the advertisement in another column. The
applicant is eae whom we can conscientiousfy
RECOMMEND as active, honest, capable and of
the highest moral Character.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

r ooK!LooKi

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GLADKEs
COST SALE.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

Cry RE-AssEssMENT- b. Evans
Esq, appointed by Judge Smith to assess the
value of buildings and lots for 1880 in the
| City of Staunton, has made his returns. They
foot up $1,5G5, 1886, against $l946,s 54 for 1875
-or decrease of $3sO,919. The assessment
Of 1875 showed the,yalue Of real property in
the city to be $2,084,957; of 1877, So, 1874 ,74S
of 1875 $t,SO5, 1888; of 1879, $1,791 ,463; and
of 1880, as above stated, $1,565,935
The exhibit of decrease in assessed values
for 1880 as compared with 1875, OF $3SO,9l is
very remarkable. What methods OF estimate
the assessor established as his guide, we can
not say But we are satisfied that the intrin-
sic values in the City of Stanton have not de-
creased, but increased The result of this re-
turn must necessarily operate against the
city. Staunton is neither decaying nor dead
town 1t is ahve, progressive community,
and the material wealth OF the city has in
creased instead of decreased. The effect will
be that the rate of taxation will have to be in
creased, in order to raise the revenues neces-
sary to preseryerthe credit of the city. There
5000
amount Of revenues raised last year upon an
assessed, value of, 81, z91, 463 will have to be
realized upon the decreased assessment OF
I'll $50 ,935. While the taxpayer will have to
pay no more than he did under the assess
ment OF 1879. the necessity for increasing the
rats of taxation on the assessed value OF 1851,
in order to secure the amount which was raised
last year, win present the appearance OF an
sover-taxed and declining town, and to the de-
gree that that impression is created will it OPP
crate against the city, for no one is disposed
to encounter heavy per centage Of taxation
While per cent. was the, rate last year, Il
will have to be imposed to raise the same
amount OF revenue that was found necessary
last year, unless, indeed. the expenses of the
city government have been decreased to the
amount of excess here named.
. Of course the amount paid the State will be
lessened in proportion to the decrease i'll val
uations: it is a part OF the policy OF those
who expect to get control OF the Common
wealth not to increase the rute of taxation, let
the assessments be ever so much decreased
AHe PoHCJ ID sulciuai TOT tic sdke Vi sas-,
ing few dollars year to the pocket, and
losing money to the State Treasury, thus d.
rectly attacking the credit of the Common
wealth, Virginia is placed in the category OF
declining States, and her people classed vlr-.
tually as bankrupts. Who would wish to inn
migrate into such Il community?
We raise no question about the motives
of the assessor Ne believe he has prepared
his work according to his best judgment, and
as lie understood his, duty. We do question
the valuations which have been made and the
methods of arriving at them and think the
whole matter should undergo revision and
equalization, guided by a different rule of IS
Ftimating
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

CONCERT FOR THE PooR.-Last night The
musicians of Staunton gave an entertainment
in the Opera House for the benefit OF the poor.
The programme was an elegant one, and was
elegantly rendered by the ladies and gentlemen
of our city, comprising some of the finest vo-
calists in the State. A pleasant feature was
the part taken by the Stonewall Band. The
audience, whilst good sized one, was not as
large as it should have been, but quite hand
some little sum was reaZec.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13
John B. ooFFELT,
FASHIONABLE
BOOT AND SHOE MAKER,
No. 10 N. Water Street, tf'

Is now manufacturing boots, shoes &c., of the best
material and in the most workmanlike manner.
Neat fits guaranteed. Repairing of all kinds neatly
ask is trial. feeling assured that none can sur
pass me In workmanship, material or it, All work
at the lowest cash figures. IL
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13
GENERAL. MEETING.
VI VALLEY RAILROAD COMPANY.

At the request of Stockholders holding more than
tenth Of the Capital Stock of the Valley Railroad
Company, and by order OF President Of the Compa-
ny, hereby give notice that there will be general
meeting OF the stockholders OF the Valley Railroad
Company at the Company's Office In the city of
Staunton, on THURSDAY, the Doth DAY OF JANUARY,
1881, at IL O'Clock noe r-t,-., s,s~rS
dec 23-tdm A. MADISON Sec'ty
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13
Mr. G. W. Dudley, of Waynesboro', has
been granted patent for a rotary engine.

MARRIAGE OF CoLoRED MERcHANT.-on
Thursday night last, the Augusta Street NJ L.
Church was crowded to witness the marriage
of n. B. Mcdowell "a highly esteemed coloreq
man, and the senior partner of the firm OF
Mcdowell & Anderson, to Miss Georgiana,
daughter of G. d. Harris. The ceremony was
performed by Rev. Mr.. Brown, and r. }.
Ware presided at the organ. After the mar
riage the party repaired to the residence OF the
brides father where delightful supper was
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-01-13

DAKGAINS In Table Damask, Sheetings, Cheviot
ID Shifting, Manchester Checks, sc.
2iu NJ. P. FUNKHOUSER