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Harlan is still receiving beautiful lots OF
flowers, daily The plants are fresh and Wig
orous, and the very latest products of the flor
lists skill and care can always be seen at his
home. 1t is treat to look at the many beau
tiful varieties he has on hand
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

ALLGHANY LUMBER FoR.EURoPE-A large
lot of walnut timber is now being loaded at
the depot here for Richmond, where it will be
loaded in vessels and shipped direct to Eu-
rope. The shipment will foot up probably
100000 feet
Mr.. A. K. Huddleston has Just sent off a bill
of $4,000 feet of white oak lumber, to be used
and part for Scotland. He also sold bill of
10000 feet to parties in Scranton, Pa, for
similar use, showing that that State must have
our timber as well as our iron.-Cocngton
Tribune
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

The Southern Planter and Farmer for MAY
has been received The contents are useful
and instructive, and in keeping with the high
reputation this journal has reached as an agri-
cultural and horticultural publication. 1t
should be in the hands of every farmer in the
State
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

If you want flour that will make delicious
bread, sweet, nice and white, try barrel of
sWenger's patent process family -four. Every
barrel warranted to give perfect satisfaction.
BYERs & COCHRAN.
Sole agents.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

NEW MILK WAGoN-Messrs. Kennedy &
McCray have just started a neat and attractive
wagon and are selling nice milk. Their dairy
is on the Middlebrook road, and their pasture
fields are OF fine Kentucky blue grass; cows
feeding.upon it furnish milk of superior quail
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

JUDGES OF ELECTION OF THE Cry
Messrs. Jos. B. Woodward Edward Staples
and VIM. A. Reed for Ward No. l, and VIM.
A. Burke, P. H. Trout, and E. W. Shot, for
Ward No. 2, were appointed in the City
Court to hold elections in this city for the en-
suing year.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

Byers s. Cochran have left few cases of
Denton Peaches. These peaches are pro-
nounced by experts to be the finest canned
peaches ever sold in this city
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Total. $94 1893 Go
BETHEL CHURCH.-The following are the
contributions as reported by the Pastor OF
Bethel Church for the year ending the LIST of
April last Pastors salary, $500; Publication
society, $s5; Foreign missions, $24O.51; Ju-
venile fund, $40; Evangelical fund, $50; Ed
ucation, $50; Colored Institute, $50; Home
missions, $l56.24; Virginia Bible Society ,$25;
Colportage fund, $40; Presbyteral fund, $40;
Balance on Parsonage, $23 &c. and congrega-
tional expenses, $169.6S-Total, $1,604.O4
Among the sources of contributions were the
Juvenile Mission Society $4S 81; the Ladies
Missionary Society, $3.50 and special col
lection by the children realizing $3.50 for the
Home Mission Fund.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

Halls Vegetable Sicilllan Hair Remover is
the most reliable article in use for restoring
gray hair to its original color and promoting
its growth.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

New USE FOR CHESTNUT The Covington
Tribune learns that Mr.. W. D. Ritchey OF
Pennsylvania, who has spent several years in
the vicinity of Covington getting out hoop
poles for Cuba, has succeeded in inducing a
party of Philadelphians to bring machinery to
Virginia. suitable for reducing chestnut tim
Der SO that it can be used for tanning hides.
1t is said that every part of the tree is pecu-
liarly adapted for this purpose, and makes an
excellent grade of leather. The machinery in
question will be erected at Millboro'.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

For nice glass of Joseph Schlitz Milwau-
kee Beer, call at Virginia Hotel Marble. Mir
ror Saloon. st
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

Virginia Hotel Saloon is running Berger
& Engel. and Milwaukee Beer. ct
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FRESH Ice, of the finest quality, pure, clear
and firm, can be had at cent per pound at
Porter & Rices, Augusta street. At
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the City Court licenses for the sale of liquor
were granted last week to the following par
ties: w T. Bumgardner s. Co., to sell by
wholesale, retail aud bar Burke g. Bradley. tC
sell lv wholesale aud retail: John Bnros
retail aud bar; Wa Wbolev. retail aud bar
.Iohu 4. otoooelI ) Co., retail aud lsr WIN
Kinney, retsil aud bar; Thomas Heydtn, re-
tail and bar; Thomas Burke, retail and bar
John D. Crowle, retail and bar; r. J Crow
der, bar; John B. Scherer bar; B. B. Crow
der, bar.
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There is good old whiskey in Staunton-
Where? At Virginia Hotel Saloon. At
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

For nice glass of Berger g. Engel Beer
call at Virginia Hotel Saloon. At
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

FATAL ACCIDENT On Thursday night last,
near Ronceyerte, on the c. & o. R. W., Chas.
Baker an employee Of the road, jumped from
a freight train and was killed just before
the fatal leap, he noticed train approaching,
and thinking there would be collision,
sought to save himself by jumping. The fall
proved fatal almost instantaneously, His re-
mains were taken to Winchester for inter-
ment, on Saturday.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

Tea and Coffee Soda Water, on draught at
WAYT & Bros.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

z The mercury in the thermometer at the res
idence of Mr. Heber Ker, registered ga degrees
above zero in the shade, yesterday
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Old Clemmer whiskey at Virginia Hotel Sa
DON RI
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

THE BEST Ice in the city, not frozen snow
at Porter s. Rice's At.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

You can get Milwaukee Beer at Virginia
Hotel Saloon st
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You can get Old Bumgardner whiskey a
Virginia. Hotel Saloon. st
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COMMENCEMENT ExERCIsEs.-The final ex-
ercises at the various female colleges of Staun-
ton will take place as follows;
augusta Female Institute-Miss Mary Julia
Baldwin, principal, on the evening OF Monday
and Tuesday, May 22d and 23d.
Stauaton Female Senainary-Rey. ]. l. Mil
Ter, principal, on June 18th. Rev. J. s. Moser
of Mt. jackson will deliver the address to the
pupils.
Virginia Female Institute-Mrs. J. E. B. Stu
art, principal, on June 14th and 10Th.
Wesleyan Female Institute, Rev. VIM. A
Harris, principal, commences June 18th.
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4 Chocolate Soda Water, en- draught, at WAYT
g Bros
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Soda and Mineral Waters on draught, at
WAYT & Bros
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MONTERREY LOCAL OPTION ALLIANCE. On
the 3Oth of April at Monterey, Highland
county, Local Option Alliance was organized
by the election of the following officers Pres
ident, John Trimble; Weep Presidents, DR.. H
M. Patterson, DR.. I. H Trimhle, W. A, sipe
and Osborne Wilson; Secretary, Edward S
Sheppe
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

OFFICERS OF THE WEST AUGUSTA GUARD.
AT meeting OF the West Augusta Guard
on Monday night, James T. Byers was elected
I'd Lieutenant. The officers of the Company
now are Captain, John McQuaide; 1st Lieu
tenant Thomas j. Crowder; I'd Lieutenant,
James T. Byers Sd Lieutenant, VIM. B. Logan;
LIST Sergeant, Sandy Wilson; I'd, Charles Bur
schell Bird, Robert Wrenn; 4th, James B,
Taylor Corporals, Pierce Butcher, j ohm Hardy
VIM. Hyer, and Harry Hoshour; Recording
Quartermaster S. S. McNabb
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

THE PIRATEs.@The Staunton public have
been long and apxiously looking forward to
the presentation of the "Pirates of Penzance, ,
by our home talent. 1t is now announced
that the charming operetta will be given on
the nights of Wednesday, Thursday and Fri
day, June 1st I'd and Sd. Elaborate prepare
tons are being made for the event. That tai
ented artist. Mr. e. r. Firth, will have charge
of the scenery and stage management, and
nothing will be wanting to make a complete
success.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

DoMEsTIC's PAPER + AsHIoNs.-Ladies II
you wish perfect fitting Pattern to cut and
fit your dresses by, go to ]. W. MENTIONS.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

REMovAL.-Messrs. w FL. & M. Page have
eremoved their tobacco and cigar store to the
more commodious room on Main Street, late
ly occupied by G. NJ Fifer & Co., next door to
Hirsh's They have fine stock on hand, and
Z with the increased facilities will drive the
trade
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

Deep Rock, Vissinger and Vlchy on draught,
at WAYT Bros.
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A SAD AND FATAL ACCIDENT. - Henry
Miller, little son of George Miller, residing
above Middebrook, in this county, fell down
a flight of steps in his fathers house, on the
22d ultimo, from which he died on the morn
ing of the gath He was asleep at the time OF
his fall, and was dreaming OF performing some
work on the farm. Falling on his head, con-
cussion of the brain occurred, from which ne
died He was aged nearly ten years, and was
bright, interesting little fellow. He was
buried at Mt Tabor church, the funeral
services being conducted by the pastor, Rev.
T. T. Smith.
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MISCELLANEOUS.

G. TO eLApkE's
FOR THE BEST BARGAINS.
Having Just returned from the East with large
| stock of
DRY GOODS
NJ | Il L | N E r Y,
offer BARGAINS, such as cannot be procured else
where.
MATTING,s AND CARPETS
BOUGHT AT AUCTION,
OFFER AT HALF THEIR REAL VALUE.
have very large stock of goods, and will sell
cost. Our
DRESS GOODS,
CAsHMEREs,
SILKS AND PLAID GOODS
ARE VERY HANDSOME.
JUST COME AND TAKE A LOOK AT THEM
MRS. OLA D K E'S
MILLINERY DEPARTMENT
Far surpasses all her former efforts. 1t has been
goods selected by her herself.
FLOWERS, FEATHERS, RIBBONS PLAID,
PLAIN AND SHADED SILKS,
HATS AND BoNNETs FOR LADIES,
MISSES AND CHILDREN.
Our goods are good and the prices are low. Come
and look for yourself at
c. A. GIAADKE'S
P. s.-This advertisement is changed every week,
so be sure and read it, may5-f
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

New INsTRUMENTs.-The Stonewall Bri-
gade Band, on Monday last, received their set
of new instruments. They are of silver, gold
tipped and beautifully engraved with the
name of the band, and the maker of the in
strument-the "Boston Musical Instrument
Mandatory" The Stonewall Band is the
best organization of its kind in the South, and
they are now equipped in elegant style.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

JEssERs saloon has been handsomely re-
fitted and refurnished for the summer enter
tainment. Elegant new marble top tables new
decorations. curtains &C., add to the attract
iveness of this cozy resort As usual at this
season, the ice cream trade is on boom, and
90 when you will into the neat parlor bevy
of ladies will be found. Such an establishment
isa credit to the city and deserves the very
l,bera patronage it receives.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-05-12

Byers s. Cochran have ON hand choice lot
of North Carolina clipped and gross herring
Also choice new mackerel and lake herring,
in barrels, half barrels, and kits at low figures.
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For fencing lumber call on Gibbs & Creigh
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For pine lumber call on Gibbs & Creigh.
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7 B. SUIT,
CORNER FREDERICK AND AUGUSTA STREETS.
STANTON, VA.
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died. He was aged nearly ten years, and wa:
bright, interesting little fellow. He was
buried at Mt Tabor church, the funeral
services being conducted by the pastor, Rev
T. T. Smith
PROPERTY SALEs-The following sales
were made by E. NJ. Gushing & Son, auction
GERS, on Saturday last, May 18th, 1881:
For Baylor and Craig, Comm rs, the "Riley'
property, two miles from the city, to J. A
Cochran for $685.
For Elder and Nelson, Comm'rs, small
house and lot on West Stuart street, in this
city, to Mrs NJ A. Brown for $50. Also two
building lots-one 60 by 140teet, the other s.!
by 100 feet-the first for 5000 and the other
for $3.50, to the same buyer.
For Guy and Runnels, Comm'rs, two build
ing lots in the Tannehill annex to A. N
Breckenridge for 800 and $120.
JUDGES OF ELEcrIoN-The following gen
tlemen have been appointed as Judges Of
Election in the county for the ensuing year:
Beuerly Manor Sandy Hellow-Chas j
Bell Vim Crosby, Marshall X Fultz. Peaco's
Mia A McPheeters, E NJ Cushing, E L
Curtis. Hebron Church-G G Child, George
w Swoope, Jacob Bear. Bolivar-Wm II
Bailey, Michael McAleer, % E Cleveland
Folly Mills-A D Tribbett, Ro Dyche, John
M Lambert.
Pastwes-Buffalo Gdp-John Tierney, DI
James F Tate, L G Trice. Churchville-J
Hatch Slower, Samuel Dunlap, Loudon
Konpt1 old-Wr, w Moptunmoru
John M Irvine, Harvey S Harris Craigs-
ville-A Young, VIM Kunkle, John Nc
Cutchen. Lebanon Springs-Thomas H Cross
John B Carroll, VIM FL LANCE.
North Riuer-Mt Solon-Samuel Forrer, DR.
James T Clarke Waller Oder. Sangersville-
Henry Phillips, David Sanger, Andrew Crist.
Parnassus- II Sillng, Martin S Whit
mer, Ira Huffman. Spring Hill-A P An
derson, William II Gamble, Daniel Fishburn.
Centerville-Cyrus Brown, James G Turk,
Joseph III Craun.
Middle Rsoer-New Hope-John W New
man, Isaac s Myers, James Phillips. Mt Sid
ney-B f Richard, E L Houff, VIM 81 Moor
man. Mt Meridian-Benj J Craig, Silas II
Eichelberger, A P Wilkerson, Jacob War
wick Red Mills-William V Streugh, Gideon
Barnhart, II G McCausland.
Riue12tedds- Greenviile-C G Merritt A
Blauth, William Gibson. Middlebrook =
George L Dull, VIM W Gale, William 81
Weaver. Midway-James NJ Harris, Geo W
Mcclure, John II Carson. New Port-Wm G
McKemy, Robert Craig, VIM Steele.
South -Waynesboro-Geo A Bruce,
VIM NJ Caldwell, Robert Terrell. Fishers
ville-A G McCune, c B Conner, George W
Karnes Standardization Hall, James A
Fitch, Daniel Hiserman. Barterbrook-John
A Gilkeson, Robert F Powell, James McF Hall.
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EVERY BODY SAYS
FOR THE CHEAPEST

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YOU MUST CALL AT THE
AUGUSTA CLOTHING HALL,
Opposite Court House.
BARIH 6 LOEB,
--PROPRIEToRs-
1t Is an acknowledged fact that the best goods for
the least money, can be bought at the
AUGUSTA CLOTHING HALL.
1t is universally talked of, that no one can I'M
BARTH & LOEB
Everyone admits that the best selected stock of
CLOTHING AND GENTS FURNISHING GOODS
Can be found at the
AUGUSTA CLOTHING HALL.
For good fitting suit of cloth, headquarters are
BARTH Il LOEB
Fancy Suit seek no further but come direct to the
AUGUSTA CLOTHING HALL,
q phaap
Hat, or Wool Hat, Fine Fur Hat, be sure and
call at -
BARTH K LoEB's
ch FSf g sS unlaanariea White
ana Jackets, the best place Is the
AUGUSTA CLOTHING HALL
In W, White Vests, Linen and Alpaca Coats Dusters
ment
BARTH & LOEB
soek sS seG Wear
ouspehoers, you must pay a visit to the
AUGUSTA CLOTHING HALL.
trunks, Satchels, Umbrellas, Shoes and Boots
ana Rubber Coats of all descriptions, can be found
BARTH & LOEBS.
In conclusion, we thank our friends and customers
Tor past favors, and ask contnuanceof their kind
patronage, We in return promise to give satisfac.
t1on, ane assure you allow no one to underseu
us. Respectfully,
BARTH & LOEB.
Ahsnsts Clothns Hall.
Opposite Court House.
Stanton. Virginia.
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offer BARGAINS, such cannot be procured else
where.
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40 TO GLADKE'S
O
FOR THE BEST BARGAINS.
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In conclusion, we thank our friends and customers
Ior past favors and ask continuance of their kind
patronage We in return promise to give sattsfac.
toIl, dne assure you we allow one to undersell
u.s. Respectfully,
B1RTH & LOEB.
Augusta Cloihin9 d all.
Opposite Court House.
Stanton. Virgi uia.
sE We ..,nne..tl.,n vim, ans other, .tntoios
mousse ia 'iiS Guy rnavA--ft
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THE CITY FINANCEs-Mr. John M. Carroll
the efficient City Treasurer, has completed his
consolidated report OF transactions for the fis-
cal year ending April 80, 1881.
The actual receipts and disbursements were
as follows:
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Trunks, Satchels, Umbrellas Shoes and Boots
and Rubber Coats of all descriptions can be found
al
BARTH & LOEB'S.
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1877-1885, 1881-11-24
A Brute Converted--by the Rope.

The negro, Smith, paid the penalty
Of bis atrocious deed on the gallows at
s nithfield last Friday. in the presence
OF about 1000 spectators.
Augustus, alias Jim Smith, wrs
about 20 years old, and claims to have
been raised IN the county Of Cumber-
land. He came to Johnston and found
employment on the farm Of Mr.. G.. w.
j ,hnson, a respected and industrious
citizen. Mr. Johnson had two daugh-
tors, the eldest, Lillian, about 9 years
cd, and the youngest Z. The brute, it
seems, outraged the oldest, and also
attempted to satisfy his hellish lust on
the younger. Finding hat his rascal
tx had been discovered, Smith attempt
e. to escape, but was captured on the
oh of October. His trial took place IN
johnston Superior court on the l4th OF
the same month, resulting IN his con
v%iction. 1t was with difficulty hat the
people were restrained from lynching
the brute.
The day dawned bright and fair, and
the prisoner for the last time looked
uooD a glorious sunny morning. lie
b ID not slept we'll because, as be
sid ''ae had soae hard work to de
with his Master" nevertheless ne en-
ioyed a hearty break fast.
At about 10 o'clock .. H., the doom-
Ell man WAS visited by A. VI. +
Caurch. who sang and prayed with
him. Later he was visited by friend.
from Harnett county, VINO called to
bid him farewell. His re quest of them
W is that they would ,eli his mother
40 meet him in Heaven" and thar
they would take his dead body to Har-
nctt county and bury in bv the side OF
his father. This they promised to do,
but after the execution they declined,
so the sheriff had to disncse Of the body.
The cuIprit mad defaeaned himself
frm and calmly until the hour arrived
for sim TO be dressed, then he became
exceedingly nervous and restless. Al
l2:l5 he wa. taken from Jail to the gal
lows on the court house square. He
walked briskiy up the steps. Joining
fcryentlv in religious e1cicies, He al.
dressed the crowd for ssme minutes.
telling the Young men to stay at home
vi h their parents and not be runain.
oyef the country. Ifthey had no parent,
he said, 60 live with any good mas
that will let you, but be sure to stay al
home. Thank Col, am ready ant
ami willing to die
Being asked by Il mar in the Grove
i! he was guilty, he replied. Il am
At l2.45 p. M, Sheriff IIinnAnt in
formed the doomed man that his tim,
was up. The death warrant was rea,
to him, the rope adjusted around hi.
neck and the black cap pulled over hi
face. 4 few minutes later the droi
fell. &ui Smits wa. launched int
eternity. The body was u down a
lis p. m. Death was caused by stran
oulation. The neck was not broken
The execution passed OF quietly and il
good NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Messenger.
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Tell him TO arrest the scoundrel and
have him dealt with as he deserves
Ii was found the ball had Just grazed
Gulteaus wrist inficting a mere scratch.
The ball struck the opposite SIDE Of the
van and fell Upon the tioor where it wa
found.
The announcement OF the attempt
created intense excitement and all sorts
OF rUmOr, we're at one. ~ circulation
The would he killer va. . about tn
court house aui Attempted 10 get ii
mission blt failed. He vas al>5 seen
- lnoua his morse near the court h0u-e
soon after the van eft, aud ride leisure
il after ii. 1t was ruulored that he
hailed from limos II sas whispered
IL the crowd just previous To adjourn
ment that to-day would Be the last day
OF the trial. The rumor was also heard
that If aug one wan.ed 10 see Guiteau
they had better 10 50 to day. TIN,
would lead u the belief that more than
one person was aware that "a atteLspt
would be made.
Latter. A young man named jo1e
living near this city and known a. :
crank, has been arrested "a the mar
h hred at Tuiteau.
MONDAYS PROCEEDING.
On opening ef Court. Mr.. Leigh Rob
InsOn arose and withdrew from the
case as Guiteaus counsel; saying that
he was treated discourteously by SEQ
vile. the prisoners brothcr-iE law. Il
woail seem that all Of the persons mos
concerned are idiots. Guitees wa
then offered . chance to make hi,
speech; but he seemed co.cd, an,
n ,ie only a e. rasbliug reparks. /,
oar mind. the fellow ought . 70 Ia
hanged. lie is evidently not OF sound
mind.
Jones. the shootist i. still under
arrest; thougs said by the guard to be
not the man who shot at Guiteau.
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1877-1885, 1881-11-24

IN the law is not meritorious. and T
LOT one, am not disposed to grant favor
In cha Of the State to those who
shsW her none, and especially will
0 extend indulgence to the monopoly
"hlch is seeking to enrich the people
and cities Of other States, an the ex-
pesse OF sacrificing the only hope OF
obtaining the long cherished idea o,
a grand central trunk line from the
mississippi Valley TO Beaufort harbor
without 5 to the State. and said
Inc from G%oldsboro to Salisbury will
0 De built unless the party coastruc.
ting 1T can obtain possession of the
Nestern North Carolina Railroad.
For these and other reasons have
declined to approve the application for
an extension Of time.
Commissioner. Vance ard Worth re-
serving to them.elyc. the right to make
still further entries upon the cccord OF
their reasons for their actions. the com
mission adjourned. = Observer ReDort.
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1877-1885, 1881-11-24
G WEBER, Manager.

CHAPEL HILL TTEMs.-Mr. Long, a
student of the University, happened to
a very painful accident a short time
since. While out hunting he shot a
ball through one of his toes.
Mr.. L. S. Hogan and family will
move to Chapel Hill the last Of this
month.
Mrs. Marian Sparrow, wife Of Mr..
W. H. Sparrow, and Mrs. Martha Hes
ter an old resident Of this place, died
Nov. 10Th very suddenly.
Mrs. Mary He.ters, wife OF Jane,
Hester, died near this place Nov. l4tb.
At the last tera of Hartford Superior
court, ". H. Vann was re~sentenced by
Judge Bennett, 70 be hanged on the
10Th Of December, for the murder OF
}. Il. Calling E.q.-Hillsbere Obser'
Etr.