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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

MI. ]. A. Lutz, the inventor and patsntee OF
the Lutz Transporting Organ Action. 10 In the
city with one Of his Transporting organs. with .
view Of transferring the manufacture Of the in
struments to this place IL sufficient capital
can be enlisted in the enterprise. We had the
pleasure Of examining the instrument. and
ind it, in point of tone and appearance. worthy
to be placed in the front rank Of other manu-.
,facures. The transposing feature IL certainly
an ingenious and simple arrangement, which
simplihes the practice Of instrumental music
to such q degree as to make It . favorite with
the masses Of the people, who prefer organs to
pianos. ,.5 g.. e
In conversation with Mr.. L.. we learned that
he has exhibited his instrument to many Of the
leading organ manufacturers in New York and
New England States. all OF whom regard 1t as
q leading Improvement, and the fact that one
irm in Massachusetts offers to put in consid-
cradle capital for the purpose of starting fac
tory at some good point in Virginia ought to
be an incentive to our capitalists to take hold
Of the chance now offered, and assist in build
ing up q business in our midst. which would
bring in great deal of.money from abroad and
give employment to . great many of our mo-
chanics aN
Mr.. L. expects to start with capacity of 120
instruments per month. 81.
The organ trade 10 assuming larger proper
lions every day. We are told that all the man
ufactures are working up to their fullest ca
pacity. and have q demand for all they can
make. kf mi Il
In view Of the fact that there Is not factory
Of the kind south Of Mason and Dixon's line.
! and the Southern market is just now opening
up to the trade 1t seems to us the loss of gold.
on opportunity to reap q portion of the har-
vest in store for those who take advantage OF
1t. The business yields large profits to North
ern manufacturers, and would give larger
profit here than there If managed under the
| same system. Walnut lumber, which is quite
| q large item in the business. can be bought for
little more than half of what Northern manu-
facturers have to pay for 1t. and we have many
other facilities which they do not possess,
| which would give us an advantage over them.
! We nsed more factories here. Staunton Is an
inland city, and we can only reap the full ben
eflt Of our railroads by building up and FOSTER
ing manufacturing interests. Much Of our
capital is employed In the wrong direction,
which brings prosperity to a few. but is detri-
mental to the community, and which, If EN-.
ployed In the right channel, may be made the
beginning of prosperity for our city. We hope
that the present enterprise will receive sum.
Gent encouragement to enable Mr.. L. to make
successful start here and not force him to
take the enterprise to some other point in Vir-
ginia, or perhaps North, where the invention
is fully appreciated. eA} ,sHesta.+
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Proceedings OF County COurt-Judge
-EGN 0u8rleO Presiding. k a. ~.

At the first days term Of the County Court
held on yesterday, the following business WA
transacted: 49,,
The Commissioners report a. to the sum.
cheney and solvency Of the bond OF Samuel
Paul, Treasurer of Augusta county, was re.
ceived and approved.
The Will of John M. Hui was probated, with
Silas L. HUFF a. Executor. arE-
The will Of Henry Brew was probated, with
B. B. Houseman a. administrator c. ia.
/ The Wills Of Elisabeth Mann and Mary Tea.
ford were admitted to record.
Administration was granted to Enos OFT on
the estate OF David s. Off, decd, and to Amol
w. Dlehl on the estate Of John Wicheal.
G. F. Balsley was appointed q committee fol
John G.. Coiner. st4l ..4t
J. Shields Beard. Of Parnassus, qualified n
Notary Public,
The following road overseers were appointed:
Eli FUR, of Precinct No. "a. Beverly Manor
District; John D. Hunter. No. %. South River
District; VIM. c. Bosserman. No. 10. River
heads District; Thomas NJ. Smiley, No. s. Riv-
erheads Distri ct; James King. No. q, Pastures
District; Hugh A. g. Hamilton, No. 80, Eugene
Irvine, No. 20, John W. Layman, No. g. all Of
South River District; Geo. M Tisdale, No. 6
and Thomas Hartman, No. Al, Beverly Manor
District.
The number of deeds and other writings ad.
mitted to record since last term Of Court was
eighty. ..S,.-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

DEATH OF MAI. JAS. G. SHIPMAN IN CALI
EoRNxA-Maj. James G. shipman, an old and
well known citizen Of Amador county. Califor-
mia, died at the residence Of Mr.. J. 7. Kinney.
near the Mountain Spring House, on Tuesday,
the 10th of December. 1881, at the advanced age
of "a years. Deceased went to Amador county.
in 1858, after which time he was identified with
that county, frequently being called by the cit
liens OF this county to I'LL official positions Of
honor and trust.
He was the first County Clerk Of Amador.
and was again chosen to the position in after
years. He had also held other official POSI-
tions in the county. the duties Of which he
nlled with honor to himselfan with credit and
satisfaction to his constituency. Prior to his
leaving Virginia, he had honorably represent
cd the county of Rockingham in the Old Do
nainion Legislature. Deceased had been very
feeble for several months before his death, and
having no relative in that State. his last days
were made as pleasant and comfortable AZ pos
sible by Mrs. Kinney, Sheriff Logan and other
friends. His remains were inferred in the
Jackson Cemetery, whittier they were followed
by q number Of kind friends. The funeral ser
vices were conducted by the Rev. E. M. Stewart.
Rockingham papers please notice.
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THE MASK Is OFF.-Senator VIII.
COx's announcement in the Senate yes
terday that he will hereafter act In poll
tics with the Republican party MARKS
the first step in the fulfillment of q pre-
diction that we made long ago and have
repeated from time to time.
When Senator MALONE cast his vote
in the United States Senate with the
Republicans he gave the warning that
1t was but question of months. by no
means of years, till the disguise Of Re
adjustment would be thrown off, and he,
together with other lesser leaders of his
kparty, would declare themselves Repub.
Means. Mark it: Senator Wilcox will
not stand alone. He will soon be fol-
lowed by others who are not so frank,
but who are fully AZ much Republican,
to- day rs he Is.
The United States Senator elect re.
minded Senator Wilcox of the caucus,
and doubtless others only wait to hear
what the caucus will command. But
this is only indirectDess. For the Boss
rules the caucus. and what the Boss says
Is law.-Rich. State.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

THE Observation-Disclosures Of the Council
buy, build or rent a suitable Armory for our
city military. Nothing so tends to the disor-
ganization Of military companies as the want
ofa proper drill room. Since the completion
OF the new arnory In Richmond, the active
interest manifested by the men and officers has
increased ten fold. We heartily commend the
suggestion Of the Vindicator that building
for the purpose be erected, where. in addition
to suitable drill room. our soldier boys could
have reading room and library. The bill that
has passed the Legislature creating Board .o
inspectors for each Congressional District and
providing for the formation Of battalions does
not conflict in any way with our present mill.
tary organizations. Our citizens are strongly
in favor of the move, and the Council SHOULD
.sM at once. W
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sheep Killed by Dogs.
F,sHrRsv1LLr. VA. March q

FlsHERsvILLE, VA. March I'D, 1852.
MEssRs. EDTToRs:-On last Monday hight
10th inst. DR.. D. W. Hanger lost eight Aheep
killed outright and one severely wounded, and
Mr.. A. 81. McCue lost four bucks-and III he
had-one Of which was thoroughbred Shrop-
shire down, and cost $3.50 when a lamb. The
remainder were half breeds from the same sire
and were very good sheep. There must have
been several dogs, from the manner in which
hesheep were torn, and the number killed.
Immediate search was made by the above gen.
tlemen for the guilty dogs, but up to this wri.
ting they have not been found.
In consequence of the danger of the same
dogs returning for another raid. the owners OF
hocks in this neighbOrhood are penning them
at night, which greatly Injuries them and re-
tards the growth of the lambs. There are
probably more sheep in this immediate neigh-
borhood than any other sn the county. and I
think Ispeak the sentiments OF every sheep-
owner of my acquaintance, when I say that
the interests OF sheep husbandry must be pro-
tected from the ravages of worthless dogs. OF
the business must become extinct. II the Com
monwealth Of Virginia expects to tax our docks
we demand that those flocks shall be protected
the same as our barns are protected from In
cendiaries or our horses from thieves. How
can this be done? We answer, by our Legis-
lature's giving us a stringent dog-law. with q
sufficient tax and heavy penalties for its non
enforcement. The present dog-law has been
shown to be inadequate. paying last year only
Is per cent Of the loss by dogs-such q small
proportion Of the loss. that few farmers would
20 to the trouble to have their sheep appraised
There is one thing certain. either the sheep in
forests must succumb to the dogs or the dogs
succumb. Now, which shall 1t be7 Shall the
farmers Of Augusta county quietly submit to
having an established business, which has be-
come large. and which brings an annual reve-
nue. Of many Thousands Of dollars, become ex-
tinct, because Tom. Dick and Harry choose to
keep from one to three worthless ours. which
are an. ILL afforded expense to themselves and
q nuisance to everybody else7 Shall we be
compelled to sell our flocks at q sacrifice. may
be to desert a business both profitable and
pleasant, and buy cattle. or raise wheat. be.
| cause the squatters around us choose to keel
dogs that will kill our sheep-sheepatha are
always assessed, that the tax il always paid on
and not overlooked rs the dog-tax II? Shall
sheep husbandry be given up-a business which
II properly protected will. claim. in ten year,
bring in more clear dollars of proft than all
| the cattle and corn in the county? We call
upon our Legislature. to give Us law that will
furnish protection to our property-a stringent
adequate, and immediate protection.
"ScRIPToR."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

This Society 10 now In the sixty fourth year
Of its existence. meeting to solicit subscrip-
lions In behalf Of this society was held last
Sunday night In the First Presby terrain church
Of this city. Tho services were opened by Rev.
]. /. Miller. Principal of the "staunton Female
Seminary" who read the 10th Psalm, and Of
fered An earnest prayer in behalf of the objects
of the Society.
; Rev, M. w. Staples. Of Richmond, Secretary
Of this Society. made statement of the plans,
objects, working. and wants Of the Society,"
The plan first adopted, which consisted Of hav-
ing Societies organized in each county with .
depository Of books, which It was expected
would be distributed by ministers and others,
proved to be 1nemcient, and the present plan,
that recommended by the American Bible So
ciety, which employs colporteurs to seek out
and supply those who are destitute of the word
of God, was substituted for It, He gave the
number Of families visited, and the number of
books distributed. BE asked the congregation
to give $500. which would be duplicated by the
American Bible Society. The amount asked
from the state was $1,000.
Rev. DR.. G. 81. Reed. Of Richmond, one of the
members Of the Board Of the Society, delivered
an address in behalf of the purposes OF the
Society. He dwelt chiefly upon the fact that
all order was the result Of law, established by
the edict of God, and referred in illustration to
the order which exists in all the Kingdoms Of
nature. and In the physical and mental consti-
tuition ofman. He showed that all things were
under the reign Of law. The Bible contained
the word of God,-the rule by which mans
conduct should be governed. and it should be
found in the home Of every family:
He was followed by Rev. J. VIM. Jones, who
said he loved the Virginia Bible Society-not
because 1t was established in virginia-but be-
cause 1t was not q UNCONVENTIONAL, but q Tjr.
0inia Bible Society. one in which all evangeli-
cal denominations can cooperate. He stated
that within the past nine years. the American
Bible Society had contributed to the Virginia
Bible Society books to the value of $4,000,
He did not think 1t was necessary to make
any appeal to that intelligent, Christian au.
dience to aid in the work OF the Society by
making contributions.
Rev. VIM. E. Baker stated that 1t was rather
a reflection upon the congregation, and want
of proper appreciation Of their ability and
willingness to contribute to ask them to give
only the sum of $500 He expected to get $780,
The collection was then taken up which re-
suited In raising the sum of $3.50 dollars.
The services closed with singing the long
meter doxology-the benediction being pro.
nounced by Rev. H. Wetzel, Of Woodstock. of
the Lutheran Church.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

A Cough, Cold, or Sore Throat should
be stopped. Neglect frequently results in an
Inourable Lung Disease or COnsump-
ton. BROWNS BRONCHIAL TRO-
CHI S does not disorder the stomach like
cough syrups and balsams, but act directly
ON the fnflamed parts, allaying irritation,
Catarrh. and the Throat Troubles which
singers and Public speak ers are subject
to. For thirty years Browns Bronchial Tro-
have always given perfect satisfaction. Hav-
ing been tested by wide and constant use for
nearly an entire generation, they have at
tanned well merited rank among the few sta
pie remedies of the age. Sold at Is cents box
everywhere. tan3-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

MUSICAL OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES N. II. Ben
nett. agent for VIM. Knabe & Co., proposes Civ
Ing complimentary musical entertainment
at the Opera House on Friday night of this
week, which promises to be an elegant affair
Leo P. Wheat, the celebrated pianist, assisted
by our favorlte homo talent will make up the
programme, which will consist Of plano solos
plano ducts and quartets, and organ and piano
duets. vocal quartets, solos. &C. The Stonewal|
Brigade Band will also contribute two OF theft
choicest selections. About 1000 invitations
will be sent out. The Knabe Pianos will be
used. including Parlor Grand. Square Grand
and Cabinet Upright, and the famous ICON.
noisseur" Smith American Organ.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

DEATH OF PUPIL AT THE WESLEYAN FES
MALE INsrITUTE.-On last Wednesday night,
about IL o'clock, Miss Alma Ivy. q pupil at the
Wesleyan Female Institute. died of brain fever
superinduced by nervous prostration through
over work, She was about 10 years of age, and
q daughter of Rev. J. A. Ivy. Of Now Orleans
who is connected with the Publishing House
Of the N. E. Church South. She had been at
the Institute for three years. and was greatly
beloved by her school-mates. She had been
honored with the position OF President Of the
Missionary Society. and was also an of1cer of
the Lee and Jackson Literary Society. Her
mother was with her for ten days before her
sad death and her remains were taken to New
Orleans for burial.
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MARRIAGES..

CHIrruM-BAYNE.-InR ockbridge CO., March
18th, 1882 by Rev. D. A. Penick, Mr.. B. f.
Chittum aud Miss NJ. A. Bayne.
GoODBAR-IRvINE.-On March the l4th, by
Rev. d. A. Penick, Mr.. Charles G. Goodbar to
Miss NJ. ]. Irvine, all OF Rockbridge co.
by Rev. !. N. Campbell, Mr.. James L. Floyd
to Miss Fannie e. Masters all of Augusta CO.
AIRY-LoNa-On March 2lst,near Lacy springs,
Rockingham CO., Va. by Rev. A. Hoover, Mr..
Robert b. Airy, Of Cook CO., illinois. to Miss
Anna Long, Of Rockingham CO.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

llMr. Silas B. Mason. formerly Of this city, now
of Georgia, is paying short visit to his family
In Lewisburg, W. w.. where his home is.
Tho Greenbrier wv. Va.) Independent says
that "Mr. P. W. Clark, Of Churchyille. Va, has
succeeded Mr.. Euritt in the nrm OF Lutz q
Euritt, furniture dealers in Lewisburg. Mr..
Euritt having returned to Virginia."
Mr.. Henry Huntington. jr., recently clerk at
the Va. Hotel in this place, left last night for
Weldon. N. c., where he will assume the duties
OF day clerk in the Davis House. His many
friends wish him success in his new deld Of
labor. At "a f "
We learn from the Greenbrier Independen.
that Miss Lon. Rosxell, who has been spending
several weeks with Rev.J. e. Dice In Lewis
burg, w. Va, returned Monday Of last week to
her home in Lexington, KY, accompanied by
Miss Mary G. Dice. Miss Dice expects to re-
main for some time with relatives in Danville,
KY. e'4 ~ r
We learn that Mr.. VIM. O.. Stiff. recently
clerk for w. L. Olivier, will shortly leave for
Tennessee in the employment Of the Davis
Sewing Machine Company. His successor
will be Mr.. Chas. 8. Hurt, Of Petersburg, Of
whom, the Rur0l Messenger OF that city says:
'Mr. Charles 8. Hurt. one Of our best known
and popular young citizens. LEFT this week 70
Warner L. Olivier, the well known bookseller
and stationer at that place. We take pleasure
In In Producing him to the people of Btaunton
with our best wishes for his future" ~
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

Are you disturbed at night and broken Of
with tbe e9cr s.En cu esn III H1a cyihe
II SO, go at once and get a bottle of MRS. WIN.
SLOWS SOOTHING SYRUP. It will relieve
upon it there is no mistake ABOUT it. There il
not q mother on earth who has ever used it.
who will not tell you at once that it will regu-
late the bowels, and give rest to the mother
and relief and health to the child operating
like magic. 1t IS perfectly safe to use in ali
cases. and pleasant to the taste, and is the pre-
scription OF one of the Oldest and best female
physicians and nurses in the United States
Sold everywhere. Is cents bottle. jan3-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

The celebrated Charity Hospital will engage
the attention of the many visitors who will
throng to New Orleans this Summer to the bi.
centennial landing of La Sale at New Orleans
It is q historical institution, and has by the
Divine blessing saved the lives Of innu
merable thousands of MANNED. wounded. in
jured, and sic sufrerers-of all nationalitiei
and religions, races and colors. 1t is now. and
has been. supported by the royal gift Of 81 .Oo0,'
900 made by the Louisiana State Lottery Com
pany in quarterly payments. For all informa.
ton about the Hospital or the Lottery Draw
ing. write before the next one on April 18th to
N. A. Dauphin, New Orleans, La.
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HAMBURas! HAMBURGs!-Just received at
mar2S CLARENCE SHUMATE's

HORRIBLE RAILROAD ACCIDENT-FoUR
LIVES LosT.-About O'Clock last Saturday
evening. engine lS7. a new and heavy one, with
20 freight cars, broke through the tressle bridge
on Howard's Creek. near Calwells station, c. &
o. r. w., Greenbrier county. w. Va. which re-
suited, we learn, in the death Of four persons
VIM. Halk, jr., a brakeman, about 81 years OF
age, and son Of Mr.. VIM. Halk. who lives about
a mile West Of Staunton. was instantly killed.
His remains were brought to Stanton, and on
yesterday morning were buried from tho Luth-
cram church. in Thornrose Cemetery. MI. Nc
Williams. the fireman. was fatally injured. and,
we learn; has since died. Two carpenters, who
had been engaged in repairing the trestle, and
who were under 1t at the time. were also killed.
Mr.. Maggie, the Engineer. was seriously, If not
fatally. injured, though some hopes Of his re-
covery are entertained.
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SPECIAL NOTICES.

THE GREAT HEALTH RESTORER.A
l. In all ages Of the world the skill and sci.
enttfc g. tainments Of man have been directed
to study OF the various ills to which it is heir
=, after years Of constant application, some
distinguished physician has succeeded in COM
pounding an agent by which the slightest ache
may ne overcome he has been hailed = q great
benefactor OF his race, and with great proprie.
ty the world have gladly sung paans to his
praise. This being proper, in the discovery of
aremedy for q single disease. how much more
indebted are the whole human family to the
inventor of Bake Bitters, medicine that
has stood the test of time. and proved pana-
cea for Dyspepsia. Diarrhoea Cholea Morbus,
Cramp Collie, s3iddiness. Nervous Debility,
Loss Of Appetite. and Sour Stomach. while the
various nostrums Of quacks and empires have
hourished for An hour and then disappeared
never again to be revived.
Raker's Bitters are now used by hundreds Of
families in Virginia as their only medicine,
and that they are appreciated even by the
medical men as tonic of great virtue. is album
dainty attested by hundreds of certificates in
the hands Of the Proprietor.
Sold by Druggists and Country Merchants.
E. RAKER, Proprietor,
mar2s Richmond. Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1882-03-28

CALLS OTFERED.-In the past month Rev. J.
I. Miller. Principal OF Staunton Female Semin.
ary, was written to from Newberry, 8. c., to
know whether hewould accept q cali to become
pastor ofthe Lutheran Church In that place
Thisis very important point in the Synod of
South Carolina, being the seat Of f1ourishing
Lutheran College, of which Rev. Prof. Geo. A.
Holland, a native of Augusta CO., is President
similar inquiry was made q few days age,
from the Lutheran Congregation at Charlotte.
N. G.. s.as
These calls are quite complimentary to Rev.
J I. Miller. who is In every sense deserving of
them. - gHa
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Mrs. Gladke has few more of those HAND
SOME FUR BEAVER HATS worth $3.50 sell
Ing at 500. "a

a&g ~ For the SPECTATOR.
CLOSING EXERCISE OF CEDAR GRovE.-The
school at Cedar Grove. about eight miles north
of Staunton, which was taught during the win
ter by Mr.. J. Worth Slower, very fine, intel
ligent young man, closed on Friday, the 10th
inst, with an entertainment which was much
enjoyed by all present. 1t consisted of many
Rotations. dialogues. &C., of which the most
promin emit were: "The enrolling officer" which
was a beautiful and a very highly appreciated
performance by three young ladies and gen
tleman, viz. Mr.. ]. W. Slower, Miss Mar
tina Cline. Miss Lydia A. Cline. aud Miss
Laura A. HOUR; The way to Windham";
1.-THE Farmer; Extract from Sambo's SER
NOM; "Herrick boy; advice; "For peo-
pie will talk"; ''Grandfather's soliloquy"; "a
Sparkling Coal"
Besides these, there were other less interest
ing pieces, which cannot give. There was a
very large crowd present, and the evening was
very pleasantly spent by all. The students Of
this school highly appreciate their teacher and
wish him to be with them again next win
ter. 80 t'.' c. A. H.
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MILL ROBBERS Mr. Samuel 8
Hern's Mill was entered one night last
week by thieves and robbed of upwards
of two hundred pounds of -four but the
coolest mill robbery that has been
brought to notice occurred in the North
ern part Of this county several nights
ago when thieves, finding neither -four
nor meat, discovered about three pecks
Of corn, started the mill to running,
ground the grist and quietly took their
departure-without even leaving toll or
q note of thanks to the proprietor y
Greenbrier wv Va) Independent.
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DEATH OF MRS. THos. W. BUCKEY.-The
many friends of Mrs. Thor. W. Buckley, in this
city, will regret to learn Of her sudden death in
Lvnchburg on last Sunday morning. She was
a lady highly regarded by all who knew her
here. and her untimely death will be deeply
mourned. Her remains were taken to Jeffer-
son county, w. Va. her native place, for burial.