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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1883-12-13
MARRIEN.

NeaY Hrownsburg, Dec. 5th, by Rev. ]. I'M.
Slifeckhise, Mr.. Geo. b. Clemmer and Miss Mag
gle Ann Arehart.
At the parsonage, in Crabbottom Nov 18th,
by Rev. c. l.. Torreyson, Solomon Ii. Stone and
Miss Mary Sponaugle, all of Highland.
In Iarrisonburg, Dec. 9th, by Rev j. r. Bow
man, Mr.. VIM. H. MessrOle and Miss Ida skunk,
all OF Harrisonburg.
On the 9th inst at the residence of Dr. Geo. s.
Walker, in this city, by Rev. W. f. Baker Mr..
J. Alexander Turk, of Richmond, and Miss Nam
ME McCulioch Walker, sister OF pr, Walker.
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THE VIRGINIA AND KANSAS LAND Co.
On Saturday last, ameeting of a number
of gentlemen from ftis and adjoining
counties. was held in the Office OF Hudson
Il Patrick in this city. The object Of the
meeting was for the purpose OF organizing
a company with vfew to the purchase OF
large tracts of land In Kansas and the
west.
Samuel Driver was called to the chair,
and j. \ ost appointed secretary.
Twenty Thousand dollars having been
subscribed, the organization was effected
under the name of the Virginia and Kan
saS Land Company with the following Of
ficers Jno. Firebaugh, Augusta. Presi-
dent; S. z. Shirley, Shenandoah, Vice
President "A. b. Lightner, Augusta, Treas
alrer; J. H. Brady, Enterprise, Kansas,
sGeneral Agent J. Yost, Secretary. Di-
reeteIg Augusta, John Firebaugh, Samuel
Driver, J. B. Moffett,..A. B. Lightner, VIM.
Patrick, ). Yost ; Rockingham, S. FL.
Myers, G. Driver Shenandoah, S. p. Shir-
aey, b. z. Price Enterprise, Kansas. J.
LEI. Brady, III. NJ. Warner.
A committee was appointed to visit
Kansas and examine land and titles, said
committee to be accompanied by an at
torney. The committee appointed for this
purpeae was composed of A. b. Lightner,
s. Driver. and c. Driver.
The next meeting of the company VIII
l,e held on the 2eth of December. at which
time the committee will report.
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A SPLENDID STOREROOM..-MeSSr n.
Wayt & Bro. the long established and
popular drug firm are just finishing the
improvement Of their fine stQre-room. 1t
is now one of the largest and most COM
plete drug establishments i'll the South
and the handsomest store room in Staun-
ton. The dimensions are s0X20 teet-and re-
Gently the front has been changed TO solid
glass. The windows are very large and
the door broad The space between the
windows and in front Of the door is COW
cred with beautiful tile work, the whole
presenting an imposing appearance.
Through this entrance the visitor is in
| trodHeed to one Of the best appointed drug
rooms in the Union. Tall rows of glass
cases, beautifully ofRamented with rich
and novel carving and rope moulding. ex-
! tend the whole length of the building on
either side, affording $50 feet of shelving.
This spaceis covered with tasteful array
of goods. making up the largest stock of
drugs and fancy goods to be found in the
| Valley, if not in the State. beneath this
casing are over $50 cherry drawers, with
patent handles, especially designed for the
drug business, into which can lie inserted
any label desired. In addition to these
are extensive show cases, filled with every
variety of handsome goods. At the South
ern end of the room is IN elegant cherry
double-decked prescription case. model
Of exquisite taste and workmanship and one.
of the most compact and convenient stands
for compromising that could be imagined.
The entire improvement is the work OF
Mr.. f. w .ssStuart, one OF the master car
penters of Staunton and reflects the utmost
credit upon his judgment and skill. Fhe
ceiling is richly and beautifully papered,
one Of Hewitt's best jobs. and would serve
as a model for the daintiest parlor.
The entire store, from ceiling to floor,
! is filled. Just now the display is particu-
larly attractive. The firm has laid in an
extensige and elegant line of christmas
goods, embracing many novelties and some
rare and lovely articles, Christmas cards
in endless variety, some Of which are real
works Of art, elegant toilet and eolcgne
sets, and countless fancy gems, which to
the unitiated in modern mysteries are
without name and countless in number
1t will require half hours visit to give
an adequate idea of the beautiful assert
ment to be seen ut Wayt 81 Bros.
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CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS ! LOOK LOOK
Every lady purchasing dollars worth
of TOYS from j. Z. TAYLOR & Son, Mann
moth Confectionery and Toy Bazaar re-
Plush Album. worth $1,000.
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MIR. JOHN JEssER has prepared a large
variety of the best and richest fruit cake,
made of the most select materials and of
all sizes Don't put off ordering your
pound cake, Cocoanut-Jelly Cake, Choco-
Iate-Jelly Cake for Christmas. Nor is your
time. He has also a full line of all kinds
of fancy small cakes, French kisses, mac
caroons and plain cakes. A fine selection
of pure French and American candies.
fruits, nuts. &C. The business will. in a
day OIL two, be transferred to Jesser's new
building, adjoining the old one. Give him
call on Frederick street, next to Dr..
IIenke's residence.
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MARRIED.-On Tuesday evening last, at
81 o'clock, Mr.. Jno. l.. Hughes, formerly
of this place, but now of Albemarle. was
married to Miss Ada May. daughter of Mr..
E. Staples, of Stanton. Rev. J. M. Frost
officiating. After the ceremony the friends
of the contracting parties partook of q
handsome collation.. prepared by the pa
rents of the bride. The happy couple left
on Wednesday morning for their future
followed by the best wishes of their many
friends
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CAD. THE Ton BoY.-There was u large
audience at the theatre Saturday night
who found much that was amusing in
Cad. the Tom Boy with Carrie Swain
in connection with the Tourists" there
>vere few who looked upon her rs capable
of the work she is now doing successfully
She is full of life and yiyacity. laughs.
Sings and dances excelIently, and seems
fully deserving of wide and profitable pop
allarity. The supporting company was
good. the piece was well set and the au-
dienoe we'll pleased Worcester, Moss.
DAILY Spy, Sept. is.
This excellent company exhibits in the
Opera House on Friday night, next.
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MOTHER GOOSE ENTERTAINMENTS
The ladies OF Che w. G. Il. u. will repeat
their Mother Geese Entertainment at the
Masonic Hall tonight and tomorrow
night. This will be the most enjoyable of
the holiday festivals, and we advise all to
attend If
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DIED FROM HER INJURIES her
residence near Stribling Springs, on Sat
urday last, Mrs. Eliza Haywood, wife of
Samuel Haywood, died from injnries re-
ceived from Il burn a week before. On the
Sunday preceding she was lying on u
out, igniting her clothing and burning. her
person so badly that death resulted as
above stated. The deceased was about 81
years old and a native of England. In
her younger days she had been waiting
maid in the Royal household. Her funeral
took place from the Catholic Church in
this city on Sunday last.
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A Kentucky girl glories in head of hair
which is seventy inches long and very
thick, but our chief glory is the number
Of cures made recently by the use of DR..
Bulls Cough Syrup, the best remedy for
coughs and colds.
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Fire Crackers, Cannon Crackers. Roman
Candles, etc. Special rates to Country
Merchants. j Z. GRAHAM Il BRO.
Almonds, Walnuts. Mixed Nuts, Coco
nuts. j. +. GRAHAM Il BRO.
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From an Arkansas exchange we copy
the following:

From an Arkansas exchange we copy
the following:
Miss Fannie Tannehill of Staunton, Va,
arrived this week and has taken charge OF
the music department Of the Searcy Male
and Female College. Reared in the grand
old town of Staunton, with all its educa-
tional advantages, Miss Tannehill is well
prepared for the arduous duties of the re-
sponsible and lofty position to which she
has been elected. She possesses the very
rarely combined qualities of a thorough
teacher. fine performer on piano and or
gan and one of the sweetest song-birds to
whom it has ever been our delight to lis
ten, and though always firm and COM
handing, she possesses the art Of causing
her pupils to fall in love- with her
Miss Tannehill last taught in Somerville,
Tenn, where we knew her well. both as a
teacher and lady, and we take pleasure in
commencing her ito all whom these pres
ents may come
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beautiful specimens of decorative art that
have ever been seen in Staunton, and be-
sides they have full assortment of other
presents. If you will call at their store in
search of rsomething both useful and
pretty you can find it there, and at prices,
too, that will make it an object to buy
G. w. MAY & co.
as usual, havea beautiful line of Christ
mas goods. Their toilet and cologne sets
in plush, velvet and satin, beautifully en-
broidered and embossed. are as handsome
a lot as can be found in days travel. An
other specially attractive feature of this
firms display is the assortment of CO.
logne and other perfumes, lamp goods,
sc. In fact you can get almost anything
you want by calling at May & Cos.
CLOTHING ESTABLISHMENT
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KLINasTEIN's

new store, nearly opposite the Opera
House has already established for itself an
enviable reputation. The entire stock is
new and fresh and has been selected with
special reference to the holiday season.
The toys are all of the latest designs and
the nuts. fruits and CONNECTIONS are just as
delicious as they cafi be,
f.; DECONIN.
IN the Picker building, can supply you
with fat turkey or any other fresh coun-
try produce you may desire.
VARIETY.
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New Lace Handkerchiefs, Collarettes.
Ruehings. Ribbons and Corsets. at
WELLER's.
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CENTEMERI's KID GLOVES for Ladies
and Gentlemen. MPerfection of fit and
durability-at WELLERs.
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If you will first walf II to the 'Parlor
GROCERY at No. II L. Main Street, you
can see and buy ill YOU want for cash.
Good goods low prices. You will go
away pleased rom Q. c. WHEAT's.
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Beautiful hand-painted FICHUEs, scARFs,
and uANDKERCHIEFs, at WELLER S.
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Beer, Apple ToJdy, Tom 4 Jerry, Peach
& Honey. Langtry Cocktail at Va. HoTRLl
BAR.
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Haze you seen the new BLACK GOODS,
fnst received, at WELLERs.
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b. F. HUGHES & co.

have acquired 2 deserved reputation
for their beautiful holiday goods and this
year are better than ever prepared to salts
fly the most critical taste. Their line
of Christmas cards and elegant plush and
velvet goods embraces some of the most
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For the prettiest Silk, Embroidered,
Clear Lawn, and Colored- Bordered HAND
KERCHIEFs, in the city, go to WELLER's.
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Tonsnf Candy. all kinds. French and
Plain Candy. j. e. GRAHAM ~ BRO.


Mrs. 14ANGTRy.-The appearance of this
lady on the stage OF the Opera House on
the evening Of the 25th instant may be
termed an event of social as well as dra-
matte Importance, for Mrs. Langtrys
fame as the reigning belle at the most ex-
elusive court OF Europe has been as great,
AS her career. since she embraced the his
trionie profession, has been a series of
Wonderful successes. Wherever she has
come she has been greeted by large audi
.euces. and though at first this may have
been due TO q sense of curiosity to see q
aady famous for beauty and refinement,
dier success, this season, is the result OF
genuine Improvement as an actress and
uhe conviction impressed upon the public
sllnd that she herself desires to be con-
ssidered and judged no longer as the petted
ibeauty OF England's aristocracy, but upon
iher merits as an actress. Mrs. Langtry
will appear here as Mrs. Hafdcastle in
esoldsmith's charming comedy ..She stoops
ito conquer, part for which her social
accomplishments eminently fit her. How
great the general desire is to see her may
be surmised from the fact that on the first
day Of the sale of seats at Staunton over
four hundred tickets were disposed of.
Mrs. Langtry travels in her own palace
car with a full retinue OF servants, thus
avoiding all hotels.
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Look out for j. j.. TAYLOR & SONtS
grand display of Christmas Toys Oak
Wagons, &C., next week, Cheaper than
ever.
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Coane often and come early, and buy
christmas goods at &. G. WHEAT's.
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Ladies.--for the best KID GLOVES in the
city, go toWELLER's decl3
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G. c. WHEAT calls attention to his
choice stock of Fancy and Staple articles.
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Church DEDICATION. St. James I4uth-
'eian Church near Fishersville will be ded-
lcated next Sunday. 10th.
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SWEEPING REDUCTION IN ALL DRESS
GOODS. at WELLER s.
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For handsome CHRISTMAS AND BRIDAL
PRESENTS, at attractive prices, go to
decl3 w. II. WELLER S.
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Fire crackers, cannon crackers all sizes
at G.. G. WHEAT's.
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What thing so good - is the query of
poet somewhat confused if he has a
cold, the only good thing we know of is a
bottle of DR. Bull S Cough Syrup.
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Currants, Citrons, Candy. Raisins, Nuts,
Grapes, &C., at C. c. WHEAT's.
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JEWELRY, &c
HAMAKER7S


elegant establishment is Il perfect blaze of
brilliancy. In novelties of fine jewelry
for holiday presents, a magnificent assort-
ment will be found here, Diamonds and
precious stones of all kinds are spread
around in rich profusion and in the most
delicately beautiful of settings. But the
jewelry proper comprises but one of the
many attractions of this extensive estab-
lishment. Here can be seen elegantly en-
graved silver and plated ware of the newest
designs in table sets, cake baskets, card re-
ceivers and q hundred different things !;
the finest make Of watches. hisque and
bronze figures, elegant clocks in handsome
cases, and gold in all its dainty forms of
manufacture. The scene in the store
room is one Of bewildering beauty, re-
minding the beholder of the gem covered
caves Of fiction. Hamaker's establishment
is a credit to Stanton, as it would be TO
any city of the South, and for the holiday
season of 1883 the attractions it presents
far outnumber any period of it's successful
career.
SILVER WARE, QUEENSWARE, sc.
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CHARLEY WHEAr'S

is filled with people all the time carrying
away the many dainty bits, sweetmeats,
CONNECTIONS and fancy groceries that make
his stand IN attractive resort, for those
who want the freshest and incest Of goods.
He has many novelties in the way of fancy
groceries, and will save you both trouble
and expense in preparing the Christmas
dinner.
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SILVER WARE, QUEENSWARE, &c
c. 3. soAIERYILLE& C0.

-
The establishment Of this popular firm
is one beautiful display of Christmas
Goods. The windows are artistically ar
ranged, but give the passer-by only faint
conception of the extent and beauty of the
stock inside. The large velvet-lined cases
are filled with elegant silver and plated
ware of the most unique designs and beau
tiful finish. Passing on toward the South
ern end Of the large room, the visitor
passes by long line Of step shelves on
which are displayed handsome lot of
bisque and bronze figures. toilet sets and
novelties of every description. Then
comes a large selection of fine china in
dinner sets, tea sets, desert sets, after-din-
ner c6ffees, and ice-cream sets, supple
mented by the handsomest lot of chamber
sets ever exhibited in Staunton. In addi-
ton to these are an almost endless variety
OF fancy ARTICLES of eYefy description, any
one of which would he q most desirable
present. Be sure to remember Somer-
yille'S when yOll do Vour nllrchaSino
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If any Of our patrons are tempted to
complain of the putting" of this issue
we have only to say that it is Christmas
times, and we want them to make the most
of it. We shall continue the list next
week.
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Raisins, Currants, Citron, Figs. Dates,
Oranges and Lemons at
J.. Il. GRAHAM & Bros.
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Oysters on the Chatting dishes, 80 cents
per plate at Va. Hotel Restaurant.
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DEATH OF THORNTON BERRY.-At his
residence, seven miles north of Staunton,
yesterday morning. Thornton Berry, Esq.
died in the 73rd year of his age. The
disease was affection of the brain, from
which the deceased had been suffering for
about one month. He was a man of ster-
ling character. a strict and conscientious
member of the Methodist church, and a
worthy and respected citizen. The funer-
al will be preached to-day at Grove church
at II Il. IN.
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Oysters. fine and fat on half-shell, at
Virginia Hotel Bar.
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Mr.. Edward Echols was at home on a
visit Sunday.
We are sorry to learn that Capt. I. G..
Morton is i'll with pneumonia.
MI. w. T.. Towberman, stenographer,
OF this county, has secured a position on
the reportorial corps of the. y. 5. Senate.
In the Supreme Court AT Richmond,.l last
Tuesday, decision was rendered III lhe
case Of Hess VS.. Rankin, from Augusta,
reversing the decree of the Circuit Court.
Judge Lacy delivered the opinion.
Mr.. He my 4. Smith, the Passenger
Agent of the s. Y. Il. r.. who never sleeps.
was in the city II day or two ago. tie left
Staunton on Monday night with sixteen
California passengers.
Chas. W Echard, formerly apracticing
attorney of this city. and more recently OF
Bath county, died of consumption, ut the
residence Of J. w. Engleman, in this
county, on Saturday last
Rev. Dir. A. w. Wcddell, pastor of st.
Johns (Episcopal) Church. Richmond, died
in that city on "Wednesday last, of con-
sumption. lie was at one time rector OF
Emanuel Church, IIaTisonburg. An able
preacher and beloved pastor, his death will
be regretted by all who knew him.
Last week in the suit of Augustus Pack
VS.. Jed. IIotchkiss. pending in the I. 5.
Court-a sale of a tract Of land, containing
about $1,000 acres, was made and confirmed
by the Court. Price S4.l9 per acre. This
land is situated on the head waters of
Cabin Creek and on Big Coal River. Pur-
chasers, lloyd Williams, of Baltimore ;
Schonk. of Wilkes Barre Bell and Catlett,
of Staunton. kdndtrhd Gazette
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Cali and see the Grand Elevated Rail
way in motion at j. f. TAYLOR q Son
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RIES-
ALL KINDS AND PRICES


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Ro0kaIl
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Arrival and Departure of Mails.


Fast line North no mail. 10 ~ a III
Night Express. ~ - n IN
Valley X. farrlves.... ................. 10 !, N
q. 4 .. X. II. Mail ............. 81 p m
a. Fast line Louisville mail. 10 10 p IN
Night Express no mail 49,. 10 a m
Valley X. II. leaves. ............-. 1890. 10 n IN
STAR ROUTES.
leaves Is 30 a III
Monterey arriyes..........9 90 p IN
leaves ..........6 80 a IN
Rock Raths arriyes.......... - 80 p III
- leaves. ..........6 81 Il III
ait. Meridian arrives......5 80 80 ? m m
MT soLoN HORSE MAIL.
leayes......... 90 pm
HOURS FOR CLOSING MAILS ArP.o
West dav ....................-....a w p IN
Night MAILS. 's''..''' - 40 I -
Star Route DailleS w = III
Valley Railroad Mail w y III
Mt Solon Tuesdays and Fridays. - ~ p m
Office open sunday from a. IN. 10 y a. IN.
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! believe you, c. G. Wheat has the
incest place in the city-srApLE AND
FANCY GROCERIES. Cali and buy yonr
Christmas goods.
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PLUMB pudding and turkies. at
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The Christmas Display.
SOME HINTS TO PURCHASERS OF HOLIDAY
GOODS.


II may be safely said that the liberal ad-
vertisers are the liberal dealers. The mer-
chants who have stocks they are willing TO
have examined, will always extend invita-
tions to the public through the recognized
mediums. During Christmas times espec-
tally do the people of all classes look to
the newspaper for holiday announcements,
and this is particularly the case with those
who live outside of town and who do not
have the opportunity of feasting their eyes
on the window displays. They have only
Il day perhaps to devote to holiday pur-
chasing and they generally make up their
minds where to go before they leave home.
70 these and all others we commend care
full perusal of what follows. From the
list below they will doubtless be able to
find the establishment they are looking for,
and save themselves unnecessary harasS-
ment in trying to determine what their
present shall be.
The streets are just now in all their hol-
iday glory. The windows are gaudy with
tempting displays, and it seems to us that
never has the stock been as profuse and
elegant as for the season of 'S9-'S4. The
lovely autumn weather has had the effect
of keeping the streets and stores crowded
with handsomely dressed ladies', jolly-look-
ing men, and eager, happy-faced children,
and the days have been tooshOrt to permit
them to see all that was to be seen. In
deed, they miss half the show when they
fail to continue their rounds after dark,
when the stores are brilliantly illumined
and the glisten and sheen of the exhibits
are reelected in 4 thousand rays of light.
1t is remarked that everywhere is the
same hustle and stir to be seen. On all
sides beautiful arrays of goods appear,
and their arrangement is in itself a show.
For the ladies the dry goods stores are
Meccas of worship, whilst the children
throng in crowds around the windows of
the toy shops, with their endless variety
of playthings and wonderland novelties.
But let us tell you where all these things
can be seen.
GROCERIES. CONNECTIONS. &c.