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The interest on the bonded debt has been
reduced from sos, 900 in the year 1870, to
S326, 9lS in the year 1882.
In the year 1888, So, 900 Of the renewal
bonds become due, and $751;, 200. of the
original war loan bonds. The payment of
the smaller sum is already provided for by
law. The Treasurer of State suggests that
portion of the surplus cash in the treasury be
used to pay the larger sum in part, and tina.
bonds be issued for the balance. PAYABLE in
years when no outstanding bonds become
due. The bonds issued under this arrange
ment can be purchased by the Treasurer
of State on account of the sinking fund, and
not to be placed upon the market. The rate of
taxation for 1888 and 1884 will be no larger
than for the years 1881 and 1882, unless the
appropriations are largely increased; the
Treasurer of State is Of opinion that it may
be somewhat reduced.
SAVINGS BANKS.
The history Of the Savings Banks is inter-
esting, and the increase of deposits is remark
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culAleu 70 ol'nG oncisi autnority and law
iu con'emP.. ~ 'oie now to ennmerate
n.se 80, a's. ... =; sneii causes. IT,. better
" pun. ~. ieeus. IoPuiar government
~. ,"~i'"'" s"e 'espe.. a"u regard OF the
peop's 50 io"s e'ec.,o"s are 1sirly con-
nuc'eu, 'o'es are honestiy counted and the
u'"e'en, oeP"'''s VI '"e government ex-
erc'se 'ne'r cons'i'u',onai functions without
',enching "po" ,ie o'he,s. Inc Executive
e"S'i Mse I".e ,.'"' ."e i"~s are faithfully
gu o.' nave eeciared in
-, ~ E.."a,.;.. $50 nor must not
ST. mo VI" -. Nv. s.r. n; .! removing
nc. -" ~ ""u .o"se"t winch
Is NECESSARY W elr",e 'ne'i. moreover, the
Peopie W ueeiueu "iaJority nave declared
that .ne hNecutive oranen OF the government
as inuoH pouuu 70 cohtorni It's action to the
o ,p,aS :, oha,;onpa ,r .ha "nen promul'
So o;,;.an. ~. - ~. -. as
TT,,: 49, - r. -, A"uates
~ n'S u w u nai hohy with
'he ie'e' gu" 'P vi "e '""setu'ioh and
the preceoent SINCE the foundation of the
state. Such supreme Court as Maine
mas had from the beginning, men of
integrity ana purity OF character, and
iea -, i III 'ns Ia" no. ,riouhai which
~ ,..' 's ,.r minus lhe
upon this question were prominent issues.
ought to settle them for all time The condi.
ton of the State is elevated and universal
society protected, when the decisions
of upright and conscientious iudge,
are acknowledged bv honorable tres,'
ment, when intended to give constitu.
tioual justice to State and constitu.
tional expression to the will of the sovereign
people. The repeated lesson of history
should not be disregarded. The times are
perilous and frauyht with mischief whom Tho
Ill, ,;,a ho,nn,as ;na,an,J - 'ue
Puoiic hiuu oeSo'es l''""ehceu anu ueoaucl.
ed bv purely personal ACCOMPLISHMENTS by
the appeals of the selfish. however eloousr,
,,d tai.r,ed f"e"'
nv
,h aon,n ,saa,;nns sh"nId no. ,I'. "nens OF
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Terrible SufTerings,

DR.. X. V. Pierce, Buffalo, n. Y. Il have
friend who suffered terribly. Ipurchas,d
bottle of your "Favorte Prescription, 'and
as result of its use, she is perfectly well.
J. BAILEY, Burdett, n. y.
DR.. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery
and pheasant Purgative Pellets purify hic
blood and cure constipation.
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STATE DEBT.
The total bonded debt of the State less the
sinking fund,
Jan. l, 1851, was $4,5e6,0i3 90
Jan. I, 1882, 1t was 4,365.Sl3 90
Jan. /, 1853, it was 4,i7s,7i5 90
DECREASE OF THE BONDED DEBT.
The reduction of the bonded debt of the
State is brought about in three ways: first
by payments made annually upon the debt;
second, by increase of the sinking fund by
purchase of securities with the annual APP
preparation therefor; and third, by interest
received upon the securities, belonging to
that fund. already held.
The State debt reached its highest point
October 1, 1869: upon the assumption by the
State Of the municipal war debts in part
81, 0s4 400 being by this act added to the
already large Indebtedness. bringing the
bonded debt up to s,lO0,90o. There was,
however, at the end of that year an accu-
mutation of securities in the treasury on
account of the sinking funds. amounting to
s912, $50, which deducted from the total
left the net bonded debt Jan. !, 1870, ST.
l2s,310. This amount has been reduced
year by year, since that date rs follows:
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to secure . uniform and more careful exam
ination of teachers, and . stronger, more per-
manent, and more economical supervision.
The measures he will propose. seem TO me.
practical and worthy of Your favorable con-
siderstion.
The Law regulating the course of study to
be pursued in our public schools and the
text books to be used. has. from time to time,
been changed to meet the growing necessities
of our progressive system. It may not have
escaped the notice of many that several Of
the States have added to the course of pre-
scribed stndy. treatise on the elementary
principles of agriculture. The principles
therein discussed are of universal application.
and are interesting and profitable for all
classes, especially so to our prospective farm
ers whose success in agriculture must depend
largely upon a correct knowledge of its prin-
ciples as a science. This matter deserves
the attention of those interested in education,
and recommend the introduction Of such
books.
finances.
1t is customary on an occasion like this to
give a summary of the condition of our 6nan-
cial affairs and the situation and wants Of the
several institutions of the State. l would
respectfully call your attention to the several
official reports of the State officers, for more
detailed information than am able to give.
The following financial statement covers
the period that has elapsed since the inau-
gural address of my predecessor, the years
1881 and 1882:
The cash In Treasury Jan. /, 1891, was s60.}3s q
The receipts during the year were i,iH.'on s.
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schools. That special normal and train
ing schools for the professional preparation
Of teachers, are recognized by all civilized
States rs an essential element of sound edu-
cational progress, 10 shown by the fact that
in the various countries Of Europe, there are
seven hundred and eighteen such school.
with over eighty thousand pupils, and in the
United States there are two hundred and
twenty such schools with more than thirty
thousand pupils. That these schools in
our State may fulfill the purposes for which
they were established, they must be
literally supported and furnished with ap-
pliances to do work of the highest excellence.
While the schools in the cities and manu-
featuring villages are increasing. more COM
plete in organization, and more effective in
educating their pupils by employing better
teachers, the reverse is the case in the agri-
cultural districts. This accelerates an evil
already great; the diminution Of population
in the agricultural districts, and the increase
in the cities. That State may be truly
prosperous, cities may grow, but the country
must grow. 1t is q worthy object of con-
alteration, to see whether better facilities for
education in the rural districts would not
have acme influence in checking this evil,
and il radical change in the school district
system would not give the advantage sought
would respectfully refer TO the forthcoming
report Of the Superintendent of Common
Schools for correct statistical information.
Its tabulations indicate . more careful and
economical management of the schools, with.
At the same time, . decided improvement in
their character as disclosed in better school
rooms, more efficient teachings, and more
vigilant supervision. Looking to further and
more radical improvement in these dir ctious.
The superintendent will recommend legislation
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SALES OF LAND AND PERSONAL PROP
ERTY.-An opportunity is offered for those
who are looking for snug little farm with
good dwelling, barn and all other neces-
sary outbuildings, by attending the sales
of the late George Towberman u miles
from New Hope. on Friday the 16.h, Of
next month. The tract contains 76t acres
is we'll watered and fenced, with good
orchard and other desirable fruits. Au-
other tract of Is acres without buildings
and good lot of personal property, will
be sold at the same time. Consult the ad
vertisemenJ for other particulars.
On next Wednesday, Feb. 2lst. Mr.. q.
Ed. Crawford will sell at the residence Of
the late VIM. Crawford near Fort Defiance
a desirable lot of household and kitchen
furniture, some good stock. carriage,
buggy. harness, &c. Read advertisement
and cont forget the day.
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A PROMINENT CITIZEN OF ALBEMARLE
TORN TO PIECES BY RAILROAD TRAIN.
An Albemarle correspondent sends us
the following painful details Of the death
Of Mr.. o. b. Barksdale, a we'll known far
mer who resided near Stony Point. in that
County. He had ridden 10 Charlottesville
ON horseback and finding there a neighbor
whose protracted stay in town was greatly
distressing his family, undertook to get
him home on Virginia Midland train. he
having sent his own horse home by col
ored man.
Getting off at Bethel station about dal K,
they started for home walking along the
railroad track, When within a few yards vi
Mr.. Baiksdale's house whlls crossing d
tressei, belated train suddenly turning a
curve in the road was upon them wi bout
q minutes warning and striking Mr.. b.
tore and mangled his body frig tfully.
His companion was hurled some twelvo OF
fifteen feet 10 the ground but not serious
ly Injured.
As soon as the family Of Mr.. B. was in.
formed Of the terrible accident his only
son, John, FASTENED to the spot, and upon
him alone devolved the distressing task ol
gathering up the scattered and blood y
fragments of his fathers body and carry.
lug them home to tho distracted wife and
daughters.
The deceased had been for thirty years
member of the Disciples church, aud was
siugularly kind and unsslfsh man, VIC
tim ut last to his kindness of heart. He
was insured In the Valley Mutual OF
StauntOn for So 600.
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DIED.


GREINER OF pneumonia IN Lexington, Va, on
Tuesday, Feb. 9th, after brief Ill ess OF a few
DAYS Erastus Greiner. aged - years. The de :
ceased was former resident Of Augusta county
and leaves widow and several children.
WELLER-Of pneumonia, Saturday, the 10th inst,
at the residence If his brofher-in-'aw, Il Rock,
Esq In Fishersville, Va, John Weller, in the
2sih year OF his age.
The deceased was brother Of our well known
citizens Messrs w. H. and &. L Weller. He had
been sick only one week and his attached friends
had hardly time to realize his danger before he
was taken frhm them He was buried at Thinking
Spring church OH Moncay by the Rev VIM.
Brown, d. u.
sNYDER.-In Staunton on Feb, 5th, of drepsy,
Matte snyder, aged years.
THORNBURG-InS taunton, on Feb 9th. of scar
let fever, Kate Thornbufg, aged years and 6
months.
fever Minnie Bargamin aged years daughter
OF 6 Bargamin, fOrmerly.of Richmond.
RI, ACKBURN.-In Stauntnn on February 9Th. 1893,
Lima Marquis infant daughter Of John Fl. and
Nellie Blackburn, aged one month";
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The BODY OF A WHITE MALE INFANT
was found last Friday by chief of Police
Waters in the cellar of q building on New
Street, occupied by Jno. b. Engleman and
Kennedy 81 Shelley. Considerable excite
ment in The locality followed. Coroner
Harlan at once summoned the following
Jury of inquest s: j. A. Templeton. FORE
man, A. Ayers. M. Croghan, A. G. Woods,
Jno. McQuade and Ro. o. Holiday.
Amanda Briggs, colOred. testified that
the child was born dead during Christmas
week, and she hid it in the cellar at the
request of its mother. who desired her to
conceal the circumstances.
DIR. Fultz, city physician thou ght that
from the condition Of the luogs as disclos-
ed by an examination the child had
breathed, but did not think it had been
there 80 long as the woman stated. 1t
showed no marks of violence. The jury 8
verdict was to the Effect that no conclusion
could be arrived at. as to whether the
child was born dead or alive.
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MATRIMoNIAL.-We dnesday afternoon
Mr.. Wm. Patrick prominent member Of
the Staunton Bar was married to Miss
Annie M. llendren the lovely daughter Of
Judge J. n. Hendren. The ceremony was
performed by Rsv. W. G. Hullihen Rector
Of Trinity Episcopal Church, at Selma y
the residence Of the brides father, near
tho city and the wedding was quiet and
private one
The bridal couple left that night on the
northern train and after spending some
days in Washington expect to extend
their trip further North.
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A NEW K. Or H. LoDGE.-Grand Re-
porter w. II. Bailie has received Official
notice Of the organ ltion Of new lodge
Knights of II onor at Abingdon, Va,
ern cavalry leader. 1t was organized b.
r. D. Go Van, assisted by DR.. J. Bunting,
4. G. D., of Tennessee, J. r: Dickey, p
D.. of Bristol lodge and G. w. Hartman.
T. D., of Weldon lodge N. G. There were
eighteen charter members.
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CANDIDATEs.-The following gentle
men have announced themselves candi-
dates for Office at the spring election and
their claims to the consideration OF the
voters of Augusta county are commended
tn the readers of the VINDICATnR and
others. Mr.. ]. N. Mcfarland offers for
the office Of county Treasurer; Mr. W.
Arthur Wilson for Commissioner of the
Revenue for Beverly Manor District, and
Mr.. J. N. Gentry for Commissioner of the
Revenue for Middle River District. These
gentlemen are too we'll and favorably
known in this county to need any words
of commentator at our hands.
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CHILD DRowNED.-As subscriber at Coal
Valley, W. Va, informs US that owing to
the rains and thaws of the last week the
streams are much swollen, even small ones
being rapid and dangerous. Sarah Parrahi
little girl Zine years old, a few days
since was sent from her home to the store
Of the Union Coal Company.
While crossing Morris creek on the rail-
road bridge her foot slipped and she fell
into the rapid torrent. Before aid could
reach her she was washed down the stream
and drowned.
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LAND SALE.-Col. David 5. Bell sold
his home farm of 200 acres on Barren
Ridge, on Tuesday to Isaac s. Meyers &
Son. from near New Hope for $14, 500 be-
ing s72 so per acre. The place is in high
state of cultivation and is worth the
money.
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ANOTHER FULL HOUSE listened for
an hour and twenty minutes with unfag-
ing interest to the second lecture of Maj.
Hrtchkiss, Monday night. The last was
if anything more interesting than the first
lecture given last week and the audience
testified their appreciation by their close
attention and loud applause at the conclu-
sion. .
The Msjor goes to Boston next week we
understand to lecture to the 81 ciety of
Natural History there.
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CoMING--Dr. ]. M. Dryer, homepath-
ic physician of reputation and experien ce
from Philadelphia, bias announced his in
tention to locate in Stanton at an early
day.
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CORRECTION.-Mr. J. A. Moore is the
name OF the newly elected Assistant
Superintendent of Staunton Water Works
and not moon" as we had it last week.
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Personals.

Mr.. VIM. A. Cushing and his lovely bride
whose marriage in Baltimore was noticed
two weeks ago, returned from their north
ern tour last Saturday and have taken
rooms ut the Mozart where they are recelv-
ing the congratulations Of many friends.
Mr.. Wm. Harrison expects TO remove
with his family to Denver, Colorado, IN
the Spring as soon as he can settle up his
business here. The community will part
with them with many regrets.
Rev. Frank Gaines assisted Rev F. Nc
Cutchan at his communion in Waynesboro
last Sunday, preaching to good consre-
CATION, on which occasion there were seve-
"a; additions t, the church.
+ Rev. Dr.. G. B. Stricken, who had gone
to Atlanta to take his new charge as
noticed last week, had left at the Thinking
Spring parsonage an ailing family, six OF
seven of his children being unwell. One OF
them becoming dangerously il. he was teie-
graphed for last week and returned just 10
time to witness the death of the little sur
ferer, which occurred s .turday night A II
the rest Of his children are said to % Sc
riously sick. being threatened with pneu-
monia. y,
The venerable and esteemed Bishop y.
j. GlOssbrenner, we understand celebrated
his golden wedding on "Wednesday the
14th. We venture to say that be received
many pleasant valentines.
Our enterprising neighbor, N. b Ooer-
dorfer, the clothier, expects to move this
week to the store on Augusta. street. re-
Gently occupied by Mr.. Alexander e. Mil
Ter. This neighborhood will lose by the
exchange.
We are glad to hear from the Lexington
s'Gazette" that tie report OF the death q
Mrs. Horatio Thompson of Timber Ridge,
mentioned two weeks ago in this paper
was incorrect. Though very ill it is hoped
the venerable lady will recover.
Mai. j. B. Dorlnan. the new Clerk of
the G. uit of Appeals at Staunton, came
to the city Oh Tuesday to take charge of
his office. He did not bring his family
with him ard is stopping with Judge Nc
Cue. M~j. D. it is said was not an appli-
cant for the position of clerk here and
was as much surprised as any one else at
his appointment. He was An applicant
for the position of Reporter and being de-
feated for that position, was rendered this.
Mrs. Lucy D. Woods returned home
from Wheeling, West Va. on Wednesday.
having left her daughter, Miss Janet, who
will remain in Wheeling some weeks long,
er.
Miss Annie Hotchkiss left Yesterday for
Jacks 'nville, Florida, where she will make
stay of several months on account Of her
health.
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Springdale Whiskey has worldwide reputation
and can be had only of II. ltosenheim. Baltimore,
he being the exclusive patentee and proprietor Of
that celebrated brand See advertisement. Sold
In S, auuton, Va, by Virginia Hotel Saluon. VIM
Kinney and B. B. Grow der's American Hotel bar
feb1 Gin
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M ARRIED.

HAMMOND-MARTIN- In stanton on Feb. sth
1882, by Rev: John s Martin, D., Rev W
ter of Rev John : Martin. ID ID. , of 8 aunten
The presents were numerous and very hand
some, embracing quantity Of elegant silver.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1883-02-16

Mr.. R. G. Bailey. Keysville, Va, says:
my wife was greatly benefited by the
use Of Browne Iron Rittefs.''
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City Notices.

DR.. s. H. Henkel, Dentist will be absent from his
Office until March, LIST. feb16-2t
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A.large supply Of White wash Brushes at
febl6. BERKELEY, ALLEN & Cos.
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!mhe Ainhitatar.
LOca
Wood Wanted,

Those subscribers whose custom or de-
sire 1t Is to pay their subscriptions in wood
can do so ROW by sending it in.
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good at
febl6. BERKELEY, ALLEN & Co.'S.
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If you desire Pure Whiskey distilled from Rye
only. and of great age, call for kOseneims Spring
dale. Sold in Staun on Va, by Virginia Ho!eI Sa-
loon, VIM. Kinney and B. B. Crowders American
Hotel bal. feb9 en-
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***"Neglect old friends for the sake Of new, and
lose both" But remember that Kldn-y-Wort is a
friend you cannot fird to neglect. Plasters may
relieve. but they can't Ire that lame back for the
kidne. are the trouble and you want a remedy to
act directly their >ecretiuns, to purify and re-
store their healthy condition. Kidney-Wort has
that specific action.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1883-02-16

CROUCH ON RATS."-Clears out rats. mice,
reaches. flies, ants, bedbugs, skunks, chipmunks
gophers l5c. Druggists june16 1y
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DEALERS AND
CONSUMERS OF PAINTS.
Read the Following for Yourself
We have now in stock the largest and best stock
Of Paints ever brought to this section. manufac
tured by Lucas & Co., the oldest paint house In
Philadelphia.
These Paints are guaranteed to give entire salts
faction and be furnished in any tint or shade
desired at prices TO suit the times saving OF Is
per cent can be made by their use, and they are
always ready for immediate use, presenting a
smooth. elastic durable and glossy surface 1t does
not crack or become loosened from the materia
upon which it Is used. Read the following guaran
tee,
PHILADELPHIA. PA.
March 30, 1883.
Messrs. Berkeley & Co., Staunton, Va
DEAR SIRs:-We have not as vet found 1t neces
sary to issue printed guarantee for our Liquid
ants, regarding our position and reputation with
the trade as sufficient assurance that would mot
place on the market inferior article. particularly
under our brand. We however will cheerful, fol
low the expedtent which has been resOrted to by
manufacturers to introduce their goods bv stating
at we will REFUND THE MONEY OR RE
PAINT any work with English lead and boiled OF
we believe is orthodoxy which paint has been
used that you feel well satisfied has proved itsel
inferior, II further guarantees are required you
may give them on our authority, but we do not
think you will ever hear of one authentic case Of
trouble arising thrO' the use Of our paints
Yours truly,
JNO. LUCAS & co.
These paints may be obtained by wholesale and
retail from
BERKELEY ALLEN & co,
iune2 Stanton. Van
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SKINNY NEN.-.'Wells Health Renewer'' re
sores health and vigor, Gu es Dyspepsia, ImpG
tence. Sexual Debility. 81. iune.6 Nv
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INVALUABLE IN THE FAMILY.-Charles! on, s. G.
jan Is, 1881. H q. Warner & Co: Sirs-Youl
safe Kidney and Liver Cure Is invaluable in my
family and would not be without It,
E. A. EAsoN.
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"BUCHUPAIBA "-Quick, complete cure, all an
noyng Kidney, Bladder aud Urinary Diseases. 81
druggists. junel6 1y
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arDiamond Dyes are so perfect and so beautiful
that it Is pleasure 10 use them. Equally good for
dark or light colors. 10 cents.
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*The man who knows nothing of Mrs. Lydia E.
Pinkham and her sovereign remedy for women Is
wanted for a juryman The fact clearly proves
that he does not read the papers.-N II. Register