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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
A Popular Fallacy.

The idea that a high protective tariff
enhances the wages of labor is a gross
fallacy, for labor is governed like other
things by the law of supply and demand,
and though the capitalists who own the
factories are benefited by protective
tariff at the expense of the consumers,
they will not pay any more for labor,
but will engage it at as low a rate as
possible, and the wages of the laborers
is governed by the competition of the
laborers under the controlling law OF
supply and demand, and the capitalists
engage labor at the lowest rate, it mat
tiers not how mpch they may be MAX
ing. In this connection we quote the
following, from the Baltimore Sun OF
February 1st:--} t@-" S.
principles alone can cross State lines,
and disregard even sectional lines. This
is illustrated in the fact that in the
struggle in the Senate on Tuesday for
lighter tariff burdens it was through
Mr. Beck. a Kentucky Senator, that a
Connecticut operative found expression
for his view that high "protection" is
not an unmixed blessing. This Con-
necticut workman held that the picture
drawn by Mr.. Hawley in the Senate,
and by. others, of comfortable and
prosperous operative class in that State,
was mockery; that their employers
treated them with "cold disdain" and
failed to Keep faith with them, so that,
so far as they are concerned, no benefit
has accrued to them from the tariff laid
on imports, ostensibly to increase their
wages This is but one case out of
many, illustrating the tendency of bust
ness and economic discussion il and
out of Congress to bring all sections of
the. country together. 1t would not be
difficult to see IN the incident of Tues
day reversal of the situation of few
years ago-the republican protectionists
on the defensive and fighting for los
ing cause, and a Southern Senator de-
nouncing the wrongs under which
Northern laborers suffer In consequence
ofathe exactionssof "tariff lords Evi
IDENTIFY we are III transition period in
which new men with ideas are Begin
ming to get a hearing Practical affa rs
are at length beginning to obtain more
consideration than the inpracticaole
"philanthropic'' and $50 calleG) "pro-
gressive' schemes of long haired men
and short haired women. In o word,
American polite. is becoming practical,
and. turning from the past. with its
unrealizable aspirations, looks to the fu-
ture and the attainable."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

Mrs. Lizzie Ogilvie and family OF this county
are visiting relatives and friends in Monterey,
Highland county, rE
Rev. j. W. Funk, Presiding Elder of the Shen-
andoah District q. B. Virginia Conference, was
recently surprised by pound party.
Miss Ajelon Hopkins daughter of Rev. j. S.
Hopkins, of Keezletown, is teaching class of
music pupils at Simon Whitesels and vicinity.
The Old Commonwealth says IA M. Lambert
and Miss Ella McCaull, both of Augusta eoun-
ty, have entered school at Shenandoah Semi
nary"
Judge Johnson has appointed W. B. Yancey,
Esq, to be County Surveyor of Rockingham,
to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Mr..
Ed. S. Kemper.
Miss Nettie Bear, of this city, is visiting
friends near New Market. Mr.. Theodore Coy
ner and wife, of Waynesboro, are also visiting
friends near New Market. N
Robert j. Walker, young lawyer of Wood
stock, has been appointed Commonwealth
Attorney Of Shenandoah county in the place of
Senator H. H. Riddleberger, resigned.
Miss Annie Cochran from near Middlebrook,
one of the graduates of the 'Staunton Female
Seminary last year. is now visiting her uncle,
James Bowman, Esq, of Fort Defiance.
Rev. ]. M. Frost, pastor of the Baptist church
of this city, preached an able sermon in the
Methodist church of Harrisonburg on Thursday
week from the text" Take not thy holy spirit
from me.''
Samuel r. Sterling, of Harrisonburg, and his
wife, nee GIMME Gibbons accompanied by Mrs.
Arbogast, nee Fanny Gibbons, ON Tuesday last
started a visit to friends in Georgia. Mr..
Sterling is the county treasurer of Rockingham,
and, during his absence, the duties of his office
willbe performed by Mr.. HIN. Berry.
On Saturday night of last week, D. K. Nicely,
who lives few miles west of Harrisonburg,
narrowly escaped from drowning whilst at
tempting to cross Simmons dam on the ice,
which broke where the water was eight feet
deep. By clinging to his-ashing pole till his
father came to his rescue hislife was saved.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

RESCUED FROM A FRIGHTFUL SIT
UATIoN ATLANTA, Ga January 80
DIR. Hope. who was lost on Tallulah
Falls Bluff, was rescued to day. When
he was first seen Sunday night he was
on narrow ledge 300 feet down the
bluff and 100 feet above the water A
small light told where he was. 1t
seemed impossible TO rescue him, owing
to the peculiar formation of the moun-
tain side. At day break he could be
seen clinging to the almost perpendicu-
lar wall. Five men took ropes to day
and worked their way down until they
got within five feet Of him, when they
threw him the rope. which he fastened
about his body, and was let down 100
feet to the ground below.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

GROUND HOG DAY.-Last Friday, February
End, was what is known as grounding day, as,
by a foolish superstition, it is supposed that
the grounding comes out of his winter burrow
on that day, and if he sees his shadow returns
for six weeks as the weather for that length
of time will be cold AS the day was clear, by
this sign. the next six weeks will be cold. But
as there is no truth in this absurd sign, there
is no cause to fear rigorous weather. for the
reason that on the End of February the weather
was clear. The grounding is not a weather
prophet. and knows no more ofthe future than
Tice or Vennor, and they, like others, cannot
tell what "a day will bring forth" DO not be
disturbed by foolish signs or weather-prophets.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

OF fair face i a fine set of teeth. The ladies
being fully alive to the fact patronize 5000
DON'T in preference to any other dentifrce.
since they know by experience that ii
preserves like no other the pristine wh1teness
and cleanliness of the teeth, and makes nat
ural1y sweet breath additionally fragrant. II
is one of the privileges of the 6edu1 seq to look
lovely and that proportion of it which uses
SOZOD0NT, has learned that the article con-
tributes in no small degree to the end in view.
All druggists sell it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
A TIMELY NOTICE.!

We would most respectfully, but earn
estIy, request those who are indebted
to this Office for subscriptions, adver-
tisements, or job work, to make pay
ments as soon as possible. ssEar1y set
wish all our patrons to be lifelong
friends u s & NR
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

*The woman who seeks relief from pain by
the free use of alcoholic stimulants and mar
cotic drugs, finds what she seeks only SO far a.
sensibility is destroyed or temporarily sus-
pended. No cure euer drought such means
and the longer they are employed the more
hopeless the case becomes Leave chloral
morphia and bel1adonna alone and use Mrs
Pinkham's Vegetable Compound.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
A Startling New Medical Discovery.

A Startling new MenAcal DISCOVERY
A physician of high repute advises each o
his patients to buy every month tcl
ct Tor q fractional part Of one) in the Gram
Monthly Distribution of The Louisiana Stat
Lottery. He has noted, after an unusually
and varied experience. that the hope of win
ming one of the princey fortunes that are hell
out as inducements to investors rauses a buoy
ancy and mental clearness superior to any al
deviation p1 oduced by drugs. Hesays theFiv'
Dollars sent to M. A. Dauphin. New Orleans
La, before the second Tuesday OF each mont
acts as charm in many cases.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

KNIGHTS OF HoNoR.-On Tuesday, the 9th of
March, the Grand Lodge of the knights OF
Honor will hold its session of several days in
this city, as the guests of Staunton Lodge. which
has about eighty members, and which will en-
terrain the Grand Lodge with an elegant BAN
quet, for which arrangements are being made
on a grand scale.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

SALE OF A VALUABLE FARM.-On Tuesday
| last Col. A. w. Hartman sold his valuable Mid
die River farm, formerly the property of Robert
| Guy, decd, and more recently of N. E. Lyman,
Esq, containing 372 acres, 2 roods and 30 poles
| to E. I. and Rodney II. Dudley, of this county,
sons of the late Richard H. Dudley, for $4,000
equivalent to cash Ett
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
.TOR WORK.

Job Work of all kinds, Circulars, Cards, Bill
Heads, Tags, &c.. are executed at the SPEcTA-
TOR office in the VERY BEST STYLE AT
THE LOWEST PRICES. No one having
the SPECTATOR office, where they can be
served in the best style on the very lowest
terms p II = "a 81. 81 ~
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
DIR. T. #. Bliss.

We are sorry to state that DR.. I. f. Bliss who
has been practising here with marked success
for upwards of two years, will leave here next
week to remove to Springfield, Ohio, where he
will open an Eve and Ear Institute He Is not
only gentleman of character whom we can
recommend to that community. but physician
and surgeon of skill, as shown by his success
in this city in hundreds, not to say thousands,
of cases, embracing patients of this city and
counties in different parts of the State. We
are sorry to lose him as citizen and physi-
clan, and can congratulate Springfield, Ohio,
on the accession of worthy citizen and skill
full physician and surgeon.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

That France is not ready for republi
can institutions now. if it ever will be,
is proved conclusively by the fact that
the mere posting of placard on a few
bill boards in Paris has been the.cause of
a change of ministry and has thrown
the whole country into state of alarm
and confusion. -AZer Gazette,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
Land.Hungry EngIand

Holds conquests tenaciously. Man hungry
consumption revels in death. To repeI Eng
land you must THRASH her. To repel consump
ton you must remove it. Uncle Sam can lick
England and New Life can draw the fangs o
consumption. Rev. R. Henderson, pastor
Court-Street Presbyterian Church Portsmouth
Va, was speedily cured of protraeted and
terrible cough by New Life. Price 50 cents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

A SUIT FOR DAMAGE.-Henry st. Geo
Tucker, ESQ.,, of this city has been retained as
counsel for the family of Mr.. John w. Alsop
the baggage-master who lost his life in the ac-
cident at Millboro'. in a suit against the Ches
& Ohio Railway Company for damages TO the
amount of $4,000, -.-...- -.-..-.. =
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
WRITTEN IN THE ALBUM OF MISS BESSIE
+, OF GEORGETOWN, D. C. 81

A dew-drop left its bright repose
In the heart of Venus own blush rose;
A spark from Vestas holier flame
Tomeet the dew-drop dancing came.
The two incorporate quickly grew
The dew-d drop and the fre-spark true.
Pale Dian wrapt in chastest ray
The lovely bauble, while the play
OF Heavens own light, through gates sjar
Fell lovingly on it from afar. 'E
Terra, intent to hold the prize,
Transfus'd it into BEssIE's eyes.
tG .U-H ..f, - --... l..a T. H, W. u.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

Mr.. STUART AcCEPTs.-Our distinguished
citizen, Hon. A H. a Stuart has accepted the
in vitatton of the Executive Committee of the
Virginia Historical Society 10 prepare mar
rative of the work of the body known as the
'Committee of Nine" in 1868 and 1862 and the
results thereof towards the restoration of the
state of Virginia to Federal relations.
This acceptance will impose a great labor,
but it will be performed con, anore and the
document will be one of much value and great
interest, go
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
prince nicolas Tsherbatov.

Flag Ileutanant Imperial Russian Navy, il
speaking of the Liebig Co.'s Coca Beef Tonic
says: ut is a most excellent tonic" Edwin
Booth says: at did me much good" Gener
al Franz SigeI says: "It benefited me yer.
much" Invaluable in debility, dyspepsia
biliousness. sick headache. piles. bowel affec
tons and nervousness.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

INTERESTING LEcTURE.-On last night, Maj
Jed. Hotchkiss delivered for the benefit Of the
Y. NJ. c. A., lecture on tie Signal Service
Weather Reports. AS the Lecture was deliv.
cred after our paper had gone to press we can.
not report it as we desired to do.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

SESSION REsUMED.-The session of the
Wesleyan Female Institute, which has been
suspended for several weeks in consequence o
scarlet fever, will be resumed tomorrow. there
being no longer any danger from that fearful
disease. There were more pupils at thai
school than ever before. A large majority OF
the pupils will return, and resume their stud
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

AN exchange pertinently remarks that men
who advertise in their home papers are the men
who transact the business of the town. You
can pick up any newspaper, and in five minutes
tell who does the buying and selling, and keep
alive the interest of the place. A newspaper
invariably reflects the worth, enterprise and
intelligence of the community in which it is
published
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

SUDDEN DEATH OF MRS. HIRsH.-The esti-
mable wife of Mr.. Gabriel Hirsh, well-known
as one of our most popular merchants, died
suddenly, from second attack OF paralysis, al
the residence of her husband on Main street,
about o'clock last Wednesday evening. She
was about so years of age, and leaves a hus-
band and one son to mourn their irreparable
loss. Her remains were taken to Philadelphia
to be inferred by the side of her interesting
daughter who died here within the past year
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

I Our Little Ones and the Nursery for February
received. The letter press and pictures are adj
mirably suited to attract the attention of the
youngest readers. We wish great success to all
such publications. The Russell Publishing
Company, Boston, Mass. Price Sl.50 per year.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

The art amateur for February contains some
striking crayon and charcoal drawings, includ-
ing the Lions in Trafalgar Square by F. Hop
kinson Smith, a portrait Of that artist by Millet
and Abbey, and very life-like figure study by
George Fl. Boughton, whose beautiful painting,
Flowers and Failing. Leaves is also hand
somely reproduced. The illustrations of In
expensive Home Decoration," by Lewis F.. Day,
and of Japanese Decorative Art by DR.. Ores
ser, are numerous and extremely interesting
Capital designs of narcissus, clover and barber
ries for jug and vase decoration, and a clever
hOneysuckle design for a screen are given. be-
sides variety of suggestions for general deco
ration and ecclesiastical embroidery. The text
of the number is especially strong. Edward
Strahan has an excellent article on water color
painting; Clarence Cook dissects without mercy
the alleged Raphael at the Metropolitan Muse
UNI; the art of the past year is reviewed; pic
ture exhibitions in New York and Philadelphia
receive ample attention, and My Note Book y
is full of sharp paragraphs New houses of ar
istic pretenSions in New York and elsewhere
are keenIy criticised. There are valuable arti-
cles on fan painting, china painting and needle
work, and various topics relating to bric-a-brac,
and art in dress are agreeably discussed. Price,
35 cents; 81 year. Montague Marks, publisher,
q Union Square, New York.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

VOTING DISTRICTS. We publish in this issue
the boundaries of the different voting Districts
| in this county, and would advise our readers to
preserve it for future reference The voters
should know the boundaries of their districts,
| and should be sure that they are registered in
| their proper districts. The court acted wisely
| in ordering this publication, for it is a matter
| which concerns every voter of the county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR OFFIoE.-Those who
expect to be candidates for office at the election
in May should see that they have their an
nouncements published in the SPECTATOR in
time. Take time by the forelock, and &c
your announcements in early that yourfriend'
may have time to work for your success.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

WooD-WooD.-Those who wish to pay for
their subscriptions in wood would confer
avor by delivering it as soop as possible. II
YOU wish to pay with wood, now is the time to
do it. Don't delay, but bring it at once.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
PLAIN WORDS ARE BEST.

We learn that certain people find fault with
W. E. Clarke, of Providence. R. l., for not
"writing up'' his great kidney medicine.
Hunts Remedy, in more f1owery style. 1t is
not Mr.. Clarke, bat his critics, who are foolish.
What does man who is threatened With
Brights Disease, or any disease of the kidneys,
bladder, liver, or urinary organs, most require
fine words or a cure? In Hunts Remedy,
the great kidney and liver medicine, he gets
the cure-a sure cure.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

Mrs. Langtry expresses herself de-
lighted with her reception in the South,
so different from her treatment at the
North. She saw the difference the mo.
ment she reached Memphis.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
nEALERS AND
CONSUMERS OF PAINTS
s1z,ss Road thu FnIlowino fo, VnurnorP

We have now in stock the largest and best
stock of PAlNTS ever brought to this section,
manufactured by Lucas d Co., the Oldest paint
house in Philadelphia.
These Paints are guaranteed to give entire
satisfaction, and can be furnished in any tint
or shade desired at prices to suit the times. A
saving of % per cent. can be made by their use
an they are always ready for immediate use
presenting smooth, elastic, durable and CLOS
sy surface. 1t does not crack or beco me loos-
ened from the material upon which it is used
Read the following guarantee
PHILADELPHIA, PA, March 30th, 1882.
MesSrS. Berkeley d Co., Stau9u07s, Fa.:-
DEAR SIRS:-We have not as yet found it
necessary to issue printed guarantee for our
Liquid Paints, regarding our position and rep
utation with the trade as sufficient assurance
that we would not place on the market an in
ferior article, particularly under our brand
We however will cheerfully follow the expedi-
ent which has been resorted to by manufacture
ers to In troduce their goods by stating that we
will REFUND THE MONEY OR REPAINT
any work with English lead and boiled oil we
believe is orthodoxy on which our paint has
been used, that you feel well satisfied has
proved itself inferior. If further guarantees
are required you may give them on our au-
thority, but we dc not think You will ever hear
of one authentic case of trouble arising through
the use of our paints
Yours truly,
mo. LUCAS & co. .
These paints may be obtained by wholesale
and retail from
BERKELEY & CO..
juQo6 StduntOn
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

doR PRINTING.-Job work of all kinds, pos
tiers, circulars. dodgers bill-heads. cards. tags,
&C., are printed at the SPECTATOR Job Office,
in the best style. and at the LOWEST PRICES.
If you want job work at bottom figures, call at
10 send your orders to the SPECTATOR OFFICE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
From DIR. s. w. Hunter, Baltimore.
Maryland.

i HAVING become familiar with
COlIlen's Liquid Beef Tonic, take pleas
ure in recommending it as an excellent prepa.
ration, combining as it does both food and tonic
in a remarkable way, and producing good blood
health. and strength" (Remember the name,
CoLnEN Stake no 0ther)
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

RoYAL-We call attention to the superior
quality of the Royal Baking Powders.
jan3O -2ts. j. E. GRAHAM q BRO.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

AN ACCIDENT.-The Parnassus correspondent
of the Vdtley Virginidn says:-" Mr.. Joseph
Driver, ST., met with serious accident recent
ly. He was returning home from this place, and
dismounted to pick up piece of iron in the
road, and had placed his foot in the stirrup to
remount when his horse took fright and dashed
off at the top of his speed, dragging Mr.. Driver
some distance. Fortunately the stirrup leather
broke, when he was relieved from a very peril
Gus position. The injuries received are not dan
gerous, though very painful
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06
New Life

New Life
is given by using Browns
IRON BITTERs. In the
Winter it strengthens and
warns the system; in the
Spring it enriches the blood
and conquers disease; in the
Summer it gives tone to the
nerves and digestive organs;
in the Fall it enables the
system to stand the shock
of sudden changes. % ~
In no way can disease be
SO surely prevented as by
keeping the system in per-
feet condition. Browns
IRON BITTERs ensures per-
feet health through the.
changing seasons, it disarms
the danger from impure
water and miasmatic air.,
and it prevents Consump-
ton, Kidney and Liver Dis
ease, &c.
II. S. Berlin, Esq, of the
well-known firm of H. S.
Berlin & Co., Attorneys, LIE
Droit Building, Washing
ton, D. c., writes, Dec. 9Th,
1881: L.
Gentzemen.. I take pleas
ure in stating that l have used
Browns Iron Bitters for ma
LARA and nervous troubles,
caused by overwork, with
excellent results. MD 3ga5
Beware of limitations.
Ask for Browns IRON BIT
TIERS, and insist on having
it. Don't be imposed on
with something recon-
mended as "Ilst as g;0oa."
The genuine is made only
by the Brown Chemical Co.
Baltimore, Md. -a r'~--
@ 1912 u- r. tnla d. z
te,a .r .,-.a-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-02-06

|. PERFECT BUCKWHEAT CAKES in three
minutes can be made by using HECKER's
SELF RAISING BUCKWHEAT.
HECKBRS SELF-RAISING FLOUR max es
biscuits and cakes in ten minutes, without
yeast or Baking Powders and without setting
to rise.
For sale by all Grocers. Qctl7 SIN
GIenm's Sulphur Soap is the most Teiis
BILE purifier of tn skin in the market.
Pixies TOOlilacle Drops cure in one
minute