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tn. Greatest SHOW is Coming. Aug. 4th.

They performed all they promised, and will
be welcome again:-&. Paul Pioneer Pres.
furnished 81 Itself We are pleased to snnounc s
the speedy coming of Sells Brothers Million
aire Confederation Of Railroad Shows. Every
what its title suggests. the grandest and wealth.
lest Amusement corporation on earth, canopy
ing all wonderland with its half q million
even more conclusive than the weighty in
dorsement of the press, and the mighty voice
Of public appreciation, Is the straightforWard
Themselves. in vigorously demanding the strict
enforcement of the law against all exhibitions
guilty of obtaining money under false pre-
by loudly advertising attractions which
they do not present; in strenuously insist
Ing that q passable performance in some re-
spects does not excuse wholesale misrepresen-
tation in other things; and. finally. in frankly
and boldly urging the press to speak Of their
show Just az It f. Clearly, no imposttpS.,, no
would dare to thus plainly and publicly arouse
such powerful agencies to crush 1t. Genuine
superiority. true greatness and 1nvinciDie IN n.
the Messrs. Sells are the only ones to do 1t, the
conclusion Is Irresistible that theirs is the very
First and Fl Finest Of Shows and that IN The
publican, ''their names will be as good on q
show bill az Vanderbilt's is on q bank check. !"
attsaotive but they do exhibit the only pair cf
s57, GOO living African Hippopotami; the only
pair Of full-grown Polar Bears; the only
monster Arctic Aquarium Of Amphibious
Marvels; the only complete herd Of Elephants,
including the only pair Of Woolly Elephants
ever captured. and q full-grown Dwarf Ele-
plant. much smaller than any other elephant
ever seen at birth the only 81. 600 Two-horne ed
White Hairy Rhinoceros; the only gigantic
Rainbow-hued Mandrill; the only $4,000 herd
OF six Performing Colorado Cattle; the great
and only James Robinson; Geo. N. Kelly, the
Champion Leaper Of the world; Willis Cobb's
SIS. 600 Miniature Circus; the phenomenal King
sarbre; Baughman and Butler. the marvellous
champion Rifle Shots; and a host Of ether liv-
ing and arenic whole-show- alone features for
particulars of which we must refer you to the
advertisements.
As an additional proof of character and ex-
cellence, 1t should be mentioned that this enor.
nous Railroad Worlds Fair of Wonders is
managed in person by its preprietors, and run
upon the highest points Of discipline and IN
tegrity. No privileges are rented to any one !;
no games of chance permitted upon its
grounds, and no peddling or importuning al
lowed under its tents. Our readers may well,
therefore, prepare to receive it as what Hon.
Henry Watterson personally pronounced 1t. In
the leading editorial columns OF the Louisville
Courier journal: 1.-THE best and mort complete
ghoW in the world"
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CoMETs.-The New York Herald discourseth
as follows anent comets:

"Comets have always had bad name. Some
Of them have been suspected of causing wars,
and the recent arrival offers an excellent ex-
cuse to every one who wants to keep bad hours.
Of what avail 10 1t that women have by persua-
one month and that parents have instructed
their daughters to send admirers away at ten
precisely II a great big comet is coming along
at two O'Clock In the morning and must be
looked at now or never7 No matter what por-
ton Of the heavens is commanded by the par
to improve this rare chance to increase their
knowledge Of practical astronomy, while every
corner restaurant will be an impromptu OBJ
servatory. with glasses Of all powers for every
one who may drop in. The comet cannot be
arrested. for there is nothing about it that can
be hurt by club, and 1t cannot be legislated
out of the sky, for there would be no money in
bill for that purpose. The best that can be
done is to have all amateur observations made
thus only, can the demoralizing Influences of
the comet be neutralized."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

Are you disturbed at night and broken of
your rest by a sick child suffering and crying
with the excruciating pain of cutting teeth?
u so, go at once and get a bottle OF MRS.
WINSLOW'S SOOTHING SYRUP. 1t will re-
lieve the poor little sufferer immediately-de-
pend upon 1t: there is no mistake about it,
There Is not a mother on earth who has ever
used 1t. who will not tell you at once that it
mother, and relief and health to the child, ep-
Grating like magic; 1t is perfectly safe to use
the prescription Of one OF the Oldest and best
female physicians and nurses in the United
States Sold everywhere. Is cents bottle.
nOV2.ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

A Cough. Cold, or Sore Throat should
be stopped. Neglect frequently results in an
1ncur8ble Lung Disease or Consume.
ton. BROWNS BRONCHIAL TR0.
CHE8 are certain to give relief I'm Asth.
ma. BrOnch1t1s, Coughs, CQtaFfh, Con.
ty years the Troches have been recommended
by physicians, and always give perfect satisfac-
ton. They are not new or untried, but having
been tested by wide and constant use for near
ly an entire generation, they have attained
well merited rank among the few staple rene
dies OF the age. Public speakers and sing.
ers use them to clear the Voice. Sold at
twenty-five cents box everywhere. molly
AGENTS AND CANVASSERS Make from SIS to
$50 per week selling goods for E. g. RIOEOUT
4 co, 10 Barclay Street, New York. Send for
their Catalogue and terms. auglf-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

The CENTURY Co. Formerly Scribner & Co }
The name of the corporation formerly known
as Scribner & Co.. publishers Of Scribner's
Monthly, 81. Nicholas. 1.-THE Spiritual Songs
Series" Of hymn and tune books, "Songs for the
Lanctuary," etc., has now been changed to The
Century Co. The title of Scribner's Monthly
will become The Century, with the next volume.
St Nicholas ID slightly changed as to Its sub
title. being now ST. Nicholas, ad Illustrated
Magazine for Young Folks. The July numbers
of these magazines are the hrst to bear the new
corporate imprint.
Scsfbner for July contains paper Of special
and timely interest, 1.-The Peoples Problem"
in which the writer takes the ground that the
time has come for the people Of this country to
exercise their right to "alter the government"
Besides . wealth Of literary and illustrated
matter, there are also, in this number, the con-
Guiding chapters Of two brilliant novelties,
Madame Delphine." by George W. Cable (be-
gun in May,) and "a Fearful Responsibility"
by w. D. Howells (begun in June) The May,
June and July numbers. containing these two
complete novelties, are offered for $l.00.
On the 25th of June will be published the July
number Of 81. Nioholas containing many bril-
chapters Of two capital serials for boys by Ros-
sitter johnson and W. o. Stoddard; allow to
Stock and Keep Fresh Water Aquarium :" q
full-page portrait OF Dengremont. the boy
violinist;;" ''5tories ofArt and Artists" with
some exquisite reproductions, etc.
Frice Of Scribnsr's Monthly, 300 . year; IS
cents a number. 81 Nicholas, $500 q year; Is
cents a number. Sold everywhere.
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PUBLIC MEETING OF CITIZENS.

The public meeting Of citizens last night ut
the Court house for the purpose of passing res
olutions expressive OF their sympathy with the
President and his family was largely attended
by all classes OF citizens. Hon. A. II. n. Stu
art was called to preside and read the resolu-
lions given below. The resolutions were spo-
ken to by Messrs. A. n. Fl. Stuart, Col. James
H. Skinner, Meade F. White, Judge John II.
McCue, and ]. Yost. The speeches were earn
est. eloquent, and thoroughly responsive to the
deep feeling of sympathy which existed in the
breasts Of all for the great misfortune that has
suddenly befallen the family Of the President,
and. through him. the whole country.
The resolutions were unanimously adopted
as follows:-
The people Of Staunton and vicinity, in COM
mon with the whole country, have heard with
to take the life Of the President OF the United
States. on the End Of July. The mingled sor-
row and Indignation which has found express
or section, attest how dear are our Republican
institutions to the American people, and in
what deep reverence and respect the Chief
telligence of his having been stricken down
by the hand Of an assassin at the very thfes.
hold of his administration, and when the kind
to dictate his policy was producing its first
fruits In widespread confidence. has stirred and
moved the hearts OF our people with the SINGER
est concern and sympathy.
As the most appropriate manner in which
this feeling can be expressed, they have assem-
bled in public meeting, and therein resolved
That they share in the general sorrow which
has been manifested at the strange dispense
ton which has thus SO suddenly and tragically
stricken down the Chief Magistrate of the Ma
ton. and in the Indignation with waich the
regarded.
Whilst deploring the lawless purpose that
would 30 shock the appointed forms and sup
port Of our institutions, we yet have an album
dant hAith In the overriding wisdom Of Provi-
dence, whose ways are not as mems ways, and
whose dealings with the children of men, re-
mind US that his Establishments are for our
good. although we may not comprehend them.
That the hearts OF this people and the entire
country 60 out in tenderest and deepest SYM
pathy for his stricken and griefovei whelmed
wife, with the earnest prayer that the Presi-
dent may be restored to health, to the associa-
lions of home and family, and to the duties of
his high office, to administer them in the fear
Of God, and for the welfare and happiness OF
the American people.
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wayaesDoro' Items.

From the South River Advertiser,]
Several friends in New York have presented
the Waynesboro' Baptist church with fine
church organ of the Estey STYLE The instru-
ment has arrived. and will be removed to the
church in few days,
It 10 said that there are now thirteen hun
dred hands employed in the grading of the ex-
tension OF the Shen. Valley Railroad from
this place to Big Lick, and will increase the
force to twenty-six hundred in . few days.
Miss Maggie Payne, of Augusta. and Miss
Maggie Walker, daughter of General Walker,
Of Wytheville. are visiting at the residence Of
Peter Hanger. Esq. They were serenaded Fri
day night by the East Augusta Band.
DIR. Robert Wayland and his wife, Of Mis-
souri,. paid his brother, E. A. Waylaud. Esq.
q visit this week. He has left to visit relatives
In other portions Of the county. DR.. Wayland
has not visited Virginia for many years.
Mr.. J. N. Koiner, whose mill was burned q
few months ago. is now rebuilding. The frame
work is already up. and the inside machinery Is
already constructed. We are informed that
Mr.. Koiner has purchased all his mill castings
from 7. H. Antrim q Co.. Of this town.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

BLOWN OUT-The Furnace at Quinnim0Et
mas blown out for repairs. ard large force OF
workmen are now engaged in overhauling it,
and getting ready for another run. This is the
first time 1t has been out of blast for over two
years. which is considered remarkably long
run. The mines and coke ovens are still in
operation
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05
DEATHS.
Obituaries are charged for at 0dveycGsfn0 rcrses
Notices Of deGths Dssbkished rrotatitoitalal.

':Carlheim," the residence OF
near Leesburg. on Saturday morning Inn,
Stn, 1881, Charles Paxson Christian, In the
thur. son Of Geo. NJ. and Mabel Murray aeed
10 months. ~eS~
HAYN1s-0n June 18th, Col. G. L. Haynes. Of
Anegnany county. In his 45th year.
monday, the 9th June. Mrs. P. d. Sherman
aged shout % years. $1,000
DAVIs.-At the residence Of Mr. John Ever
sole. near Harrisonburr. ON Monday Mth
June, Mrs. lydia K. Davis. aged 40 years, i
X ERsH-At his residences, on nth ult,. near
Weyer's Cave depot, Mr.. NJ. M. Kersh' assd
20 years. months. and Il day. He was good
nelgnDor andDn honest man, and beloved
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

APPOINTMENT OF NoN-CoMn ssIoNED OFF,
CERs.-Capt. John McQuaide has appointed
the following non-commissioned officers of the
West Augusta Guard: LIST Sergeant, Sandy Will
son; I'd, Charles Burschell; Sd, James B. Tay-
lor; 4th, g. 8. McNabb; Color Sergeant, Robert
Wrenn; Quartermaster. Edward Jessup; LIST
Corporal. ]. H. Hardy; I'd, VIM. Hyer; Sd,
Harry Hoshour; 4th, James Ker.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

MARRIAGES.

DENToN-JENKINs.-AtM Mt. Crawford on We'd
1esday, June 18th: by Rev: David Bush, Mr..
simon j. Denton to Miss Virginia Jenkins.
Va. on the SOth Of June, 1881, by Rev. L. 81.
GraybiI, Dr.. +. Loring Turner, of Staunton,
70 Miss 8. Gertrude Bear. youngest daughter
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

THE FIRST VIRGINIA BRIGADE.-In On arti-
Gle on the formation of the First, Second, and
Third Regiments into Brigade, the Wood
stock Herald advocates the selection of Brig
adler General from among the officers of the
Brigade, and in this connection says:
"Being an outsider. we would not make
nomination, but 1t appears to us that the bril-
oade would be fortunate If Col. Bumgardner of
the Second Regiment should be selected as the
Brigadfer- General Of the First Virginia Bril-
many Qualities as a soldier fit him for the du-
4icg of the Office"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

ISHED WINDOW SHADES at
80 cents apiece, including all the FIXTURES.
with either TASSELS or FRINGE at the bot
tom, june2l-3t
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

AT THE CHARLESTON RACES, the finest thor
oughbreds in the country are to be seen. and
the condition Of the horses is . wonder to all
who behold them, and 1t has only recently
been discovered that they can be kept in this
condition by mixing in the food Of horses q
tablespoonful of Simmons Liver Regulator
Powder. It Is also given to chickens.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

To PROTECT PLANTs.-A correspondent of
the Norfolk Virginian furnishes the following
receipt for the protection of plants from eater
pillars, which are unusually numerous this
year. 1t is said to be very effective:
take one heaping tablespoonful Of Paris
green to one cup of flour; mix with water to
form paste; put this in agallon watering pot :;
I'LL the latter, letting the contents dissolve;
water with hose attachment. Two or three
applications OF this solution will rid the plants
OF the vermin. Paris green is deadly poison,
and those using this remedy should be careful
about handling the plants until the catterpu-
lars are gone and the plants have been thor
sougely washed with pure water several times"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

CHEMICAL EXAMINATION OF DRINKING
wATER.-Dr. J. W. MalIet, University of Vir-
gtnia, has undertaken for the National Board
OF Health, special study Of the methods Of ex-
amining drinking water for organic impurities,
and the board urgently request that physicians
and sanitarians shall promptly report to DR..
Mallet any well marked case Of disease which
may seem on medical grounds to be attributed
TO organic impurities in the drinking water
used by the patient. 1t il further desired that
samples Of such water shall be forwarded to
DIR. Mallet for examination, but not until
after the reasons for suspecting the water have
been submitted to DIR. Mallet. and notice has
been received from him that the analysts are
ready to proceed with its examination. Such
notice of readiness will be accompanied by
clear instructions as to the quantity of water
required. and the mode Of collecting. packing,
and shipping 1t. The cost Of packages and
transportation will be borne by the Board Of
Health.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

KILLED ON THE TRACK.-On last Wednes-
day night. during heavy storm, Mr.. Alex.
Atkinson, a contractor on the Chesapeake &
Ohio Railway at Quinnimont. West Va. was
run over by passenger train and killed. Mr..
Atkinson was about sixty eight years Of age, and
was at one time q resident Of Staunton. His
remains were brought to Staunton on last Fri
day morning, accompanied by Raymond Dunn.
J. w. Miller. T. @. Swatz. and Macon Jones. and
at the request of Whitcomb Lodge. No. u, f.
4 A. M, at Hinton, of which the deceased was
. member. were buried in Thornrose Cemetery
by Staunton Lodge. No. ID, at ten o'clock on
Friday morning. The deceased leaves q wife
and several children.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

The Lynchburg Ne,Us urges the establishment
of Mining School at the Virginia Military
Institute. The Jetersonian Of Charlottesville
thinks the most suitable place isat the Univer-
sity of Virginia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

The contract for an iron bridge, sixteen feet
wide. over the Greenbrier River at Anderson,
has been let to contract to q Pittsburg firm at a
cost Of 81. 800. Work on the bridge will be be-
gun at once.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

Stone cherries over night and put sugar on
them. In the morning they will have an ex-
quisite flavor. A dash Of wine improves them
for some people.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

We have received the first two numbers of
the Valley Farmer, published at Edinburg by
D. W. Prescott 4 Son. It is very well gotten
up eight-page paper, and is filed with matter
of interest TO farmers,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

8There are over two hundred guests at the
White Sulphur Springs. and the numbr is be-
ing daily augmented.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

The Rockingham Register evidences its pros
perity by DOMINIC an entirely new dress. We
feel disposed TO offer our ~
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05
THE OLDEST MAN IN ALLrGHANY COUNTY

THE OLDEST MAN IN ALLEGHENY COUNTY.
From the Allegheny Tribune we learn that
fhe oldest citizen in Allegheny county ia Mr.
Sheppard Gillilaud, who is 96 years old; he
was born in Botetourt county, Va. on the 18th
day OF February, 1855. He is In remarkably
good health, can ride horseback little. and
has an excellent appetite. He attributes his
longevity in part to his prudence In eating and
drinking. Never took spirits to any extent.
and never in his life used tobacco in any form.
Never had but two spells Of sickness in his
life, one when he was q soldier in the war of
1912. the other about 1851, He says the doctors
left medicine enough to kill him in his last
sickness, but he judiciously declined to take it.
He remembers very well when the county was
full of Indians. and tells many interesting an
ecdotes of days long ago. He lives in the
neighborhood of Grif1ths.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

Ifyou want nice buggy and horse, hack
spring-wagon, or anything in the livery line
70 to Thornburg's. je22-n
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Personals.

Capt. VIM. A. McCue and family have re-
moved to Willow Spout. where they will spend
the summer.
Mr.. John D. Towberman, who has been In
Florida for several months, returned home last
Wednesday.
Miss Ada Levy, of Richmond, an attractive
and accomplished young lady. is visiting her
aunt. Mrs. Alex. Hart
Rev. j. l. Miller will leave this evening. and
will be absent ten days, attending the Educa-
tional Convention at Norfolk.
Mr.. N. A. Baylor, brother of Mr.. P. A. Bay
lor Of this city, whose home is now in Adair
county, Missouri, arrived here last Wednes-
day.
Rev. DR.. Atkinson, President of Hampton
Sidney College, and his daughter, Mrs. Alfred
Morrison, are visiting the family of Hon. A.
II. II. Stuart.
.-Messrs. John w. Stout land Arch. G. Stuart
left last Thursday on Q summer trip through
the Northern States and Canada They were
accompanied by II. v. Strayer, of Harrison
burg.
Miss Carrie Crowle, daughter OF Mr.. John D.
Crowle, Proprietor Of the Virginia Hotel In
this city. carried OF distinctions in ive schools
and received two prizes at the recent COM
mencement at Edge Hill Seminary. Albemarle
county.
Miss Amalie Dreyspring, who during her
stay in Staunton made many friends. and
whose instruction In vocal and instrumental
music at st. Francis School was 80 successful,
has, with her mother, gone to New York, which
they will make their future home.
Mr.. p. B.. sublett, of this city. and his brother,
Mr. P. A. sublett, Of Richmond. LEFT on last
Wednesday for Louisville. Chicago, and other
Western cities to look after the grain trade,
which must soon be seeking the Eastern mar
kets.over the Chesapeake & Ohio Railway.
The Magazine Medal at the University Of
Virginia was awarded to Mr.. 8. n. James Of
Louisiana, and not to Mr.. John a. Hamilton
OF this county, as was reported in the papers
last week. The contest was a very close one
and the Charlottesville Jeterso,,ian says thai
Mr.. Hamilton islands deservedly high, and ID
considered one, II not the most gifted writer in
College,"
Mr.. W. M. 8. Dunn. general superintendent
of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. has re-
signed. The State says :-"Unlike many resig'
nations, this one was not called for, but on the
other hand took the management by surprise.
Mr.. Dunn is recognized as one Of the foremost
transportation managers and engineers In this
country. and. personally, is one of the most
WORK on the Chesapeake and Ohio road in 1854
and with the exception Of about nve years. we
believe, has been on this road ever SINCE"
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Proceedings and Action Of the RepublI.
can State Central COMMITTEES.

THE CoALIT1oNTsTs DEFEAT WIcKHAM
LEWIS TRIUMPHANT-4 TO 13-J.
W. COCHRAN, (COLoRED) OF Rocns
INGHAM ELECTED CHAIRMAN-THE
CONVENTION TO BE HELD IN LYNCH
BURG, AUGUST 10TH, &C., &C.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

Highland county was visited on last Wednes-
day by severe storm. which wreck ed the barn
of Mr.. John Trimble. about half a mile east of
Monterey. and also moved his dwelling about
two inches from its foundation. Fences were
also blown down. and many trees uprooted.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-07-05

REDUCED RATES TO THE STATE CoNsERvA-
TIvE-DEMOCRATIC CoNvENTIoN.-J. Bell Big
ger, Secretary Of the Executive Committee, an
nounces that rates for delegates and alternates
to and from the convention have been secured
as follows:
Chesapeake and Ohio Railway-Round-trip
tickets, on presentation of credentials, at four
cents per mile.
Shenandoah Valley Railroad-Excursion to
Waynesboro' and return at two and a-half
cents per passenger per mile in each direction
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LEGAL NOTICES.
COMMISSIONERS OFFICE,
StauntOn. Va. June Nth 1881.

COMMISSIONERS OFFICE,
Staunton, Va, June GOTH 1851.
IN the chancery cause of Clarke, (Sans'L n dn'r
L Us. Shundte, (1hos.) admir-, &C., now pend
ing In the circuit court Of Augusta, all parties,
Plaintiffs and Defendants therein, and all lien
and other creditors Of Thos. Shumate. decd, are
rendered in said Cd use by said court on the 9Th
of June, 1881, shall, at my office in Staunton,
on Tuesday, the End day of August, 1881.
proceed to take, state. and settle The following
accounts -
LIST, A settlement of the accounts of A. B,
Mghtner, 8. A. c., and as such, Admir- d. b. n.
c. t. q. Of Thos. Shumate, decd.
End, An account showing Of what real estate
the said Thos. Shumate died seized, and Its fee
simple and annual rental value,
3rd. The liens binding the same and their re-
sPective legal priorities; stating. in addition
which may be required to be stated by any par
ty in interest; at which time and place you are
required to attend.