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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24
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On the 18th inst, by Rev Frederick Cline, Mr. Benz
Wine and Miss Mary Rhodes, all of Rockingham.
On the 9th, by Rev L Shipley, Mr. Isaac W Shipe
and Miss Eliza Long, all of Rockingham county.
On the 10th inst, by Rev R Smith, Mr. Benjamin
Hayslett, of Missouri and Miss Josephine Harris,
of kockbridge county.
On the 10Th inst, near Gilmore's Mill, Rockbridge
county, by Rev McClelland, Mr. Robest E jenkins
and Miss Maggie Eakle
AT the same time and place, by the same minister,
Mr. Ernest Moore, son of A. j. Moore, OF Pocahon-
tas county, w. Va, and Miss Lizzie NJ Logan of
Highland county, Va
At the residence of the brides father Mr. John
Fauver, in Mddlebrook on the 9Th inst, by Rev. S.
L. Whitmore, Mr.. w. S. SwOrtzel to Miss NJ. M. Eau
yer.
In Danville, on Wednesday, the 10th, by Rev, Mr..
Holmes, assisted by Rev s. S Lambreth, Mr.. G. W.
Snuff, of Staunton, and Miss Florence Wood, daugh-
| ter of Captain James Wood of Danv1lle, Va.
In Waynesboro, the 10Th inst, at the residence
of the brides mother, by the Rev G B Stricken Mr.
| Thomas j Yancey and Miss Matte Crawford Hanger.
| of Augusta county.
On the 9th inst, at the residence of G. Washington
| Brand ST, near Midway, by Rev A. II. Hamilton,
| Mr. James VIM Hays to Miss Salie e, Brand, all OF
| Augusta county.
In the Chapel of the Staunton Female Seminary,
on the evening of the 10th inst, by the Rev. j. /.
| Miller Mr.. John W. Mcclure to Miss Valeria J. Eos.
ter daughter of the late David NJ Foster all of this
city.
On the 9th inst at the residence of j. T. Goodwin,
Augusta county, by Rev. R. n. Campbell James H
Dlnkle of Fremont county, Colorado, and Miss Kate
J. Goodwin, of Augusta county.
On Wednesday, the 9th inst at Christs Church
lEpiscopap, charlottesville, by Rev DR.. Us Hanckle
| Alex Moore, OF Loudoun county, to Miss Lucy B.
daughter of Maj n. Berkeley, of Albemarle co.
formerly of Loudoun county.
At sClover Hill, Albermarle county, the residence
OF J. H Burnley Esq, on the 10th inst, by Rev c. E
Watts, Lucien Watts to Jennie B., second daughter
of James II. Burnley, Esq.
On the 10th inst, at the residence Of George SUIT
ton in Highland county, by the Rev. G. M. S. See
| Mr.. Sherman Sutton, of Pocahontas county, w Va
ami Miss Jennie E. Beverage, of Highland county.
In the Protestant Episcopal Church of the Holy
| Trinity in Philadelphia, by Rev. Thomas K. Conrad
assisted by Rev. Drs. w. Nelson McVickar and Jas
Ashton, Mr.. w. H. Maui, son of Mr.. Henry Maule, O.
2917 Walnut street, and Miss Mary Myers Heiskell,
| 2151 Spruce street, daughter of the late James f
| He1skell, and granddaughter of Mr.. Colston Heis
| koll
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24
MARKETS, FEBRUARY "a
WEEKLY BY BYERs & COCHRAN.
WHOLESALE PRICES.

BALTIMORE CATTLE MARKET, February Dist, 1884,
BEEF CATTLE.-The offerings quite light this
week, though Of slightly better average than last
week, but trade was slow and the tone of the mar.
ket less firm generally than last week. The bulk OF
the offerings consisted of middle and top grades,
common being less numerous than last week. There
was but little II any, difference in prices. quality
considered. We quote at 50a$6, the former for
bulls, most sales ranging at $5a5 so per 100 lbs
Prices to-day for Beef Cattle ranged as follows
Beest beeves at 37a$6 Co., that generally rated first
quality 5oaS5 So medium or good fair quality 5Oa
"a 3d. ordinary thin steers, and cows, 50a$3 25
extreme range of prices 25Oa$6 90. Most of the
sales were from 90 to IS so per 100 lbs.
SwINE-The falling off in numbers is about 1000
head compared with last weeks offerings and
there is also falling off in the quality of the
ceipts. With the decreased numbers there is ad-
vance in prices of but trade Is not active at the
advance, and the comparatively light numbers in
the yards seem to be enough for all wants at the adj
vance in prices. We quote at 8aSA cents, extra 9
cents per lb net. Arrivals this week 5558 head.
SHEEP.-There is a very light run this week, about
half as many as last week, and no outside demand.
Trade on the part Of home butchers who were the
exclusive buyers, active at advance Of Y aHc
on last weeks prices, tina chief advance being on the
medium grades. The quality averages about last
weeks. We quote at AZ az cents per Id gross, with
but few at the latter price, Arrivals this week 1923
head.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

ACCIDENT ON THE VALLEY RAILROAD
On Sunday last about noon, one mile south of
FoIt Defiance a through freight train on the
Valley Railroad ran into a land slide, in a deep
cut on the land of Mrs. l. III Parkns. There
is an abrupt curve about twenty yards north
of the cut, and the engineer did not notice
the slide until too late to arrest the speed of
the train. He reversed the engine, and with the
fireman leaped from it without injury. The slide
was first discovered by the fireman, when he
exclaimed, my God," and without another
word the engineer and fireman made their es-
cape. Mr.. J. W. Aler,the depot agent at Har-
risonburg, was Oh the engine, and although
he saw the obstruction on the track, instead of
jumping off, he braced himself, he says, for the
shock, but in the collision he had his left leg
terribly crushed, and splinter driven through
the thigh. DR.. Bliss, of this place. was in con-
sultation with DR.. Bell, at Mt Sidney, few
miles from the scene of the accident, and be-
ing summoned, the two FASTENED to the spot,
offering such relief as they could, without
having with them the necessary surgical in
struments A messenger had been dispatched 10
Staunton and Drs. Gibson and Shelton soon
appeared, and amputation of the limb was eff
fected below the knee. A telegram was re-
ceived from Mr.. j. P Houck, of Harrisonburg,
asking that the wounded man be brought to
his house, and in charge of DR.. Bliss he was
conveyed there Sunday evening. The young
man rested fitfully on Sunday night, but on
Monday evening appeared to be as comfort
able as could be expected. On Tuesday at
10:30, he died, after suffering circulating
pain.
Mr.. Aler was about 80 years of age, unmar-
married and was formerly citizen of Balt-
more where his relatives reside, who were tel
egraphed for on Monday. He succeeded Mr.
G. A. Sprinkle as Depot Agent at Harrison
burg, and during his residence there won
many friends, whose sympathies were warmly
manifested on learning of his unfortunate con-
dition.
The engine and two cars were completely
wrecked. The cars had as freight number
of wagons, but to these very little damage was
done.
youth of 10 or 10 years of age named
Faden, was stealing ride from Harrisonburg
to Staunton. The collision threw him into the
air and coming down pretty emphatically on
the ground, the first words he uttered were
-"How far is it to Stanton ?" He was only
slightly injured, and returned to Harrison
burg on the car which conveyed Mr.. Aler
Supt. s. M. Woodward was soon on the
ground with an efficient corps of workmen,
and the track cleared sufficiently on Monday
morning for the up train from Harrisonburg
to pass on time.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

A FINE MILL.-The Harnsberger NIL
property, where the Snowflake" brand o
flour is manufactured, and which was pur
chased recently by Mr.. w. B. Felger, OF "a
has undergone thorough repair, or rather has
been built over again, at a cost OF aDou'
$4,000 Every part of the interior of the mil
has been changed and replaced with new and
improved machinery and appointments. Two
pair of new burrs, five boilers, all the boxes
a new chopper and everything connected with
the establishment for the manufacture of floul
and crushing and grinding corn has been
furnished anew A new forebay and whee
have also been constructed, and this well
known merchant mill is now in condition
to challenge competition. The Snowflake
brand stands very high in the market, but it is
the purpose of Mr.. Felger, who is an expe-
rienced and practical miller, to even surpass
the reputation the mill enjoys, and give to
the Valley one of the best appointed milling
establishments ever known here-if not su-
perior to any other. Mr.. David Hidden, of this
county, first-class mill wright, did the work
and this is guarantee that it has been done
WELL
Mr.. Felger is a valuable addition to ouI
population and if we can induce a few more
of his kind TO make their homes in the Val
ley, certainly our section would be the gamer
and we believe they would haye nothing to
regret.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

Coon FOR HIGHLAND.-We met in Harri-
sonburg, on Monday last, ]. A. Jones, Esq,
County Treasurer for Highland county. He
informed us that there were only forty eight
delinquent tax payers in that county out OF
total population of 6,000 and a voting pop
ulation of 900. We also learned from Mr.
Jones that the Treasury having surplus OF
funds, he had visited Harrisonburg to purchase
some of the Railroad bonds, issued by the
county but found that there were none Ior
sale-the holders preferring to retain them 10
taking the money This looks well for High
land
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

New BUILDINGs.-The spring season prom-
ses to open brisbly in the building line. Mr.
A. Y Lee, architect, informs us that he is now
preparing plans for two new residences and
one improvement of a business house. Mr.. F
W. Hager intends putting new double front
into his building on Augusta street, now occu-
pied by F. W. Hager & Co. and Robt. Hill, Jr
Rev. W. A Harris expects to erect a hand
some residence, and Mr.. J. ] Foster is having
plans made for a neat cottage. In addition to
these which will be supervised by A. Y. Lee,
architect Capt. j. G. Marquis is preparing to
remove his present house on Gospel Hill and
erect handsome brick residence on the site
He will remove the old building to lot on
Frederick street. Mr.. G. A. Gladke is prepar-
ing to enlarge his store so that it will be one
of the largest dry goods establishments in the
State 1t looks as if there would be q
general brushing up and improvement in the
early spring.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

STAUNToN LYcEUM.-On last Saturday
night the question, "Has the world grown
morally betterg" was discussed in the affirma-
tive by Ed Pendleton, and in the negative by
w. A. Picker The other appointed debaters
did not put in an appearance. On the general
debate Rev. Dr. Hough spoke in the negative
and Lewis NJ Bumgardner in the affirmative.
The vote was tie.
The question for next Saturday is "Should
the Homestead law of Virginia be repealed? 2"
The debaters appointed are: L. NJ Bumgard-
ner and H. St. Geo. Tucker in the affirmative,
and Judge ]. II. McCue and Jacob Yost in the
negative
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

A HANDSOME BUILDING.-The EandsOmest
business house in Staunton is the new Nation
al Valley Bank, on Main street, now nearing
completion. 1t will be fitted up in every par
ticular without regard TO expense and when
completed will be the most expensive and ele-
giant establishment of itsSsize the Valley.
The front is OF pressed Baltimore BRICK sur
mounted by an elaborate galvanized cornice.
1t rests upon three bronze columns, shapely
and massive The front proper to the lower
floor, or banking department, is of glass, in
heavy black walnut frames. The doors are
glass and walnut, with solid bronze hinges and
knobs. The banking room has a Is foot cell
ing, is II feet wide by "a feet long, finished
with hard finish, and ornamented by hand
some cornice surrounding the entire room. A
metallic sky-light affords ample light and ven
tilation. An elegant 5000 walnut counter will
extend the whole length of the room. Behind
this is the massive steel vault with time lock
manufactured by Hall & Co.. of Cincinnati
costing over $4,000. This vault has number
of private departments, each provided with a
separate key, which will be let to in
dividuals for the safe deposit of valua-
bles. In addition to this there is also an
iron vault. In rear of the banking
department is the Cashiers room, fitted up
with marble mantle and handsomely finished
throughout, and adjoining it is its counter
part, for the use of the Board. The entire
building is heated by steam, and every conven-
c., ,co,,t +Iof,
invention can apply or suggest has been intro
| duced. One of the noteworthy features,
is Craigsville marble slab, surmounting a
washstand of Lushbaugh's best make.
When one considers the workmanship dis
played on this building and the labor requir-
ed in getting the safety vaults properly located
it is not surprising that great deal of time
has been consumed in its construction. The
work would haye been completed ere this,
however, but for the very inclement weather.
1t will be well worth their while for our cit
liens to carefully examine this building 1t
demonstrates that our home mechanics are
equal, in skill and capacity, to those of the lar
ger cities, and that they are prepared to meet
any demands that may be made upon them.
The execution of this work would reflect cred
it upon any builders and inishers.
Those who have been engaged on the build
ing are as follows: H. NJ Bell and NJ E. Mil
Ter, building committee; A. Y. Lee, architect
general contractors, Messrs Shomo & Bissell
Stanton special contractors work and
'front.' W. B. Cook, Richmond; galvanized
cornice and skylight, Warner Moore, Rich
mond; stonework, Geo. Thurber, Staunton
AS stated above, Messrs. Lushbaugh have the
contract for the walnut counter, constructed
from designs by the architect.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

THE OPERA HoUsE.-'Ihursday and Friday
nights last, Chanfrau's company gave enter
tainments in the Opera House to good audi
ences. The first nights entertainment con-
sisted of the society drama parted" in which
Mrs. Chanfrau sustained the leading role, Civ
ing performance never equaled in Staunton
for power and impressiveness. Friday after
noon there was matinee, the play being
"East Lynn" with Mrs. Chanfrau as Lady lisa
BEL" 1t was splendid rendition of that high
ly emotional drama. Friday night Exit, the
Arkansas Traveller" was the attraction and q
full house greeted Mr.. Chanfrau and his com
pany. The play did not come up to expecta-
ton, though some of the parts were very fine
the Judge" and Major especially being
greeted with rounds of applause upon their
every appearance
Taking altogether, the engagement of the
Chanfraus afforded the best entertainments
ever witnessed in Staunton, and they will
always find hearty welcome when they visit
the city of hills.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

ELEGANT WORK. Messrs. Clinedinst &
& Bodell are preparing for the spring trade
by the accumulation of as handsome lot of
buggies as can be seen any where They are
now working ten hands and operating to the
full extent of their capacity. The stock they
have on hand, which only awaits the improve
ment of the roads for its removal, affords as
fine specimens of work as can be made In
style and finish their vehicles are equal to any
imported work, and the material they use is
of the very best quality. Such manufactures
as Clnedinst & Bodells furnish abundant evil
dence of the skill of our home mechanics,
whilst the prices at which their goods are
sold prove that ii is to the interest Of our
people to encourage home productions.
There Is a fine lot of elegant buggies now on
exhibition at the factory on Court Street, and
we advise our friends, from the country and
city, to call and examine, whether they buy or
not. A visit to their wareroom will well repay
for the trouble.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

PAINFULLY BURNED.-On Wednesday of
last week, Miss Leila Zirkle was painfully
burned at her home on Middle river, the resi-
dence of her step father, Jno. H. Crawford. Esq.
She was standing before the fire in the sitting
room when her clothing caught from spark.
She ran to another part of the house where
her mother was, who attempted to smother
the flames with a coffee sack. This, however,
proved unavailing, and Miss Zrllle from fright
and pain became unconscious. Her mother
was also overcome, and her aunt Mrs Bell
came to the rescue. In short time the flames
were eXtinguished, but not until the young
lady was severely and painfully burned, though
it is hoped not so seriously as it was first sup
| posed. Miss Zirkle is one of the most accom-
plished and popular of Augustus fair daugh-
tiers, and will be missed in Staunton society,
where she is a deserved favorite. 1t will only
be short time, however, we trust, until she is
completely restored, and again among us.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24


We call attention to the advertisement of
Messrs. Houck & Wallis, Harrisonburg, Va
This firm has one of the largest and best as
sorted stocks of goods ever brought to the
Valley. They are gentlemen who understand
their business and the wants of this section
Of country, and have determined to supply
them on such terms as cannot but make II
to the advantage of country merchants and
private individuals to call on them. They
will find Mr.. Houck, the intelligent and sa-
gacious head of the firm, courteous, liberal
minded gentleman, present to superintend the
business. His assistants, among whom is our
old friend, Jas. FL. Vanpelt, who is well and
favorably known not only in his native coun.
ty of Rockingham, but throughout the Valley
will take great pleasure in waiting on and
doing the fair thing by all who may favor
them with their patronage. We commend
the establishment to thepeople of the Valley,
as it is by encouraging and building up such
enterprises that our prosperity is to be Sc.
cured.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

THE WONDERFUL Boy ORAToR.-That
wonderful prodigy, Harry Shannon, the boy
orator, who is regarded as one of the marvels
of the 10Th century will give an exhibition OF
his remarkable talent in the Opera House on
Friday night next. Inspeaking of his marvel
GUS gifts, the Philadelphia Enquirer says
"a mere child in statue, in manners and
mind, with an almost infantile expression
when his features are in repose, under the in
SEPARATION of eloquence in an instant becomes
transformed into the orator of transcendent
power. In gesture, information, diction and
style, he becomes an Emmett, Pitt or eThur-
low." From scorn to pathos, and from the
loftiest height OF passionate mvective to the
tenderness of appeal, he carries his listeners
with an ease and grace that in age and expert
ence would be marvellous, in child is simply
bewidering." Tickets can be procured at
Olivier's Book store
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

FRATERNAL UNION Odd Fellows OF
Staunton Lodge No. As, will give supper
tonight at the Virginia Hotel, under the SUI
pervision of Mr.. julius G. Schefter, on which
occasion Harrisonburg, Bridgewater and MI
Sidney Lodges will be present to participate
in the social union. Grand Representative,
A. r. Courtney, of Richmond, has accepted
and Invitation to be here and other grand OF
ficers of the Fraternity in Virginia will lend
their presence The Committee of Arrange
ments and Invitations, Messrs. G. A. Gladke'
T. J. Crow0er. John lesser and Charles Bur
schell, have made every arrangement for an
enjoyable time.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

NEW MACHINE SHoPs.-Two of our young
Staunton me chanics, Messrs. Beard & Barrett
have opened machine shop at the foot of Lew
is street near the c. & O. depot. They
are both machinists who have served their
time at the business and are thoroughly quail
flied to undertake work in their line All
kinds of repairs to engines, boilers, agricul-
tural machines, &c, will be promptly attend
ed to and they guarantee to give satisfaction
They are Industrious, capable young men, and
we hope will establish for themselves large
and paying business.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

BARN BURNED.-The barn of Mr. Fred. c. OFT
residing near Fishersville, and adjoining the
farm of Michael A. Koiner, Esq, was burned
on the 10Th inst, about two oclock in the day
The fire was accidental, it is thought sparks
from the chimney of the house lodging in the
straw stack, burning that, and the fire commu-
nicating with the barn, destroyed that There
were consumed about 600 bushels of wheat ;
all the farming implements, harness, &c sew
eral wagons, one entirely new about 5000 feet
spring crops. The loss will aggregate $4,000
We did not learn the amount of insurance, il
any.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

We are indebted to ]. Bernard Peyton Esq
Clerk OF the West Virginia House of Delegates,
for number of valuable documents embracing
the reports of the various departments of that
Commonwealth. West Virginia gets her doc
uments up in better style thln her old mother,
they being bound in cloth, substantial and
handsome
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

The 22ND OF FEBRUARY was observed in
Staunton by parade of the military, and the
firing of number of cannon by the Staunton
Artillery. The banks were closed during the
day, and the post and telegraph offices during
certain hours.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

THE BAPTIsTs IN STAUNToN.-The white
Baptists of Staunton, members of the Church
number 526-126 having been added at the re-
cent revival meetings. The First Baptist
Church, colored, numbers about 500, Rev. R
1000, Rev. Wiley Simpson, pastor-aggregat-
ling about ,200-one sixth of the population
Iof the city 1t is within our remembrance
that the Baptist Church was organized in this
lplace, with only seven members.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

MARRIED-Mr. Chas W Shut, of the irm
of Leftwich & Shut, one of the most deserved
ly popular young business men of Staunton
was married on Wednesday last, in Danville
to Miss Florence Wood of that city The
young couple have returned to Staunton
May long and happy life be theirs
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24
THE MARKET

There has been no change In the market quota
lions since our last, except slight increase oats
FIourFamtly, is quoted at 25 to IS 49, Extra -
Super, 81 10. Wheat O5 to 81 u. Corn, 40 to A
Oats, AZ to 43. Hay, SIS to IS per ton. Cloverseed
so to S4s5. Pork, IS IS per 100 lbs hog round.
In Richmond, wheat, 81 20 to 125. In Baltimore
from 81 II to %.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

No remedy in the world ever came into such
universal use, or has SO fully won the confidence
of mankind, as Ayers Cherry Pectoral for the
cure of Coughs, Colds and Consumption.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

CHANGE OF FIRM-Mr Moritz Witt, who
for number of years has been with the old
established and reliable house of / Witt &
Bro, has been admitted as partner inithe
firm. His many friends In the county and
city will be glad to hear of the change, for
Mr. Witt is deserYedly ponular
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24
Hours for Closing the Mails

We have tried DR. Bulls Cough Syrup in
our family, and can assert that it is the best
remedy for Cough or Cold ever introduced
Price 25 cents.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

A PATENT has been issued Mr. J B. Bur
well of this city, for an improved tablet blotter
said to be an excellent thing and decidedly
better than any patent yet taken out
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-02-24

Mr.. Ell. Ell. Wolf, OF Philadelphia, well and
fayorably known in Staunton, having for some
goods firm of Loeb Bros was IN Staunton last
week. He is now in the firm of Simon
Wolf, wholesale jewellers, Philadelphia and
doing thriving business