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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-11-20
The County JHdgeship.

The next Legislature of Virginia will be
called upon to elect q Judge of the County
Court of Augusta. had presumed until
recently that Judge Hendren would, by
common consent, be reinstated in that of
flee; but learn that several other persons
are competing for the place. Without his
knowledge, and without any desire to pro-
mote his personal interests, will state
briefly why, in my opinion, he should be
reelected County Judge. He was elected
originally to the Office because of his pecu-
liar fitness for it He had the natural tai
ent, the legal knowledge, and the honesty
of character deemed Indispensable; and,
moreover, not being under the necessity
of attending to other business, he was
able to devote ample time to the affairs of
the county, off as well as on the
bench. The people Of the county have
largely profited by his skillful and hearty
labors in their behalf. To him and the
late John Paris, long a member of the
Board of Supervisors, are we mainly in
debted for the admirable management of
our county finances. Upon the expiration
of his second term of Office the Legislature,
at the demand of a political par izan, re-
fused to re-elect him. Now is the day of
restitution. Let us restore him to his place,
not for his sake, but for the good of the
county He is perfectly familiar with the
wants of the people and the whole routine
of county business man in all respects
fully equipped for the office. I am author
lied to say that he will serve if elected.
1t AUGUSTA.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-11-20
For the SPECTATOR
Epitaph Of Billy Malone.

MEssRs. EDlToRs:-As all good Demo-
Gratis of the State of Virginia know that
Billy Malone died a horrid death on the
9th of this month, and was buried in eter-
nal oblivion, thought an epitaph should
be placed on his tomb to mark character
so noted for infamy. I have, therefore,
the following:
Beneath this sketch, there lies wretch,
Poor Billy Mahane, most bad;
And when he died, Virginia cried
Were glad, we're glad"
He filled the State with his foul bait,
TO catch all filth and scum;
And when he died, the devil cried:
Come, o, William, come"
We can't help but sympathize with his
dear friends, Cameron, Allen, Reevely,
Frazier, &C., who may go mourning all
their days for the deceased, who was cut
down SO suddenly, and, to them, so unex-
pectedly. e PLURIBUs UNUM.
Steele's Tarern, Va, Nov. 18th, 1888.
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The Expressions of Grateful Democrat.

A good Democrat who is grateful for
services rendered the party, and who values
our humble labors during the canvass more
highly than they deserve, insists that we
should publish the very complimentary
communication, signed Equity" which
he has been. so kind as to write. We pro-
tested against the publication, but he was
so earnest in his desire, and so persistent
that it should be done, that we consented,
though our modesty revolted at publishing
a communication so complimentary to our
'1abor of love- for to work earnestly,
though feebly, for the salvation of Vir-
ginia, is, with every true son, '1abor of
love-" Hoping that we will be pardoned for
consenting to its publication, we give it as
follows:
DEAR SPECTAToR:-As one of your sub
scribers, take great pleasure in returning
you my grateful Acknowledgements for the
valuable service rendered our cause in the
late campaign. From the firing of the
first gun to the last, amid the thunder and
din of battle, your voice has ever been
heard cheering on our forces to victory.
70 editorials have watched with an eagle
eye every movement of the enemy. And
whilst they have laid bare every device and
cunning that was employed to deceive the
people, they have, at the same time,
scourged with fearless hand the inventors
of such treachery and deception. Direct
ing with slzillful diplomacy the way to sue
cess, your conservative policy in every step
has counseled moderation and prudence
You can, therefore, cherish the honest
pride of having discharged your duty faith
of the people. Still keep before you in the
future, as you have in the past, the motto:
"Vigilance is the price of liberty
EOuITY
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-11-20
M MARRIAGES.

Observation-Disclosures the
Wesleyan Female Institute in this city, on
Wednesday. Nov. 18th, by Rev. K. Smithson,
Mr.. r. A.. Buckner, Express Agent at Roa-
noke, Va. and Miss Belle o. Harris; and at
the same time and place, Mr. Jas. s. Boat
wright, of Savannah, Georgia, Train Dis
patcher, and Miss Gertrude E. Harris-both
brides being daughters of Rev. VIM. A. Har-
ris, DID, Principal of the Wesleyan Female
Institute. No cards.
DECKER-WoLFREY.-On the 18th of Novem-
Der, 1888, al the residence of the bride, by Rev.
Mary Wolfrey, both of Rockingham.
inst, at Vanderpool. Highland county. by
Rev. Luke R. hardwood, Mr.. Ernest Nj
Saven and Miss Mary L. Johnston.
LOCKRIDGE-VANCE.-On October 30th, at the
residence of Mr.. Geo. Vance. near Mcdowell,
Highland county, by Rev. s. s. Ryder, MIR.
David Z. Lockridge and Miss Susie V. Vance.
BEACH-ANDREws.-On Wednesday, Oct. 31st,
at his residence, near stanton, by Rev. Mr..
Booker, pastor OF End Presbyterian church,
stanton, Mr.. Dabney s. Beach and Miss SAL
lie A. Andrews, both of Augusta.
RERR-MCCLUNG--On the 25th of October, at
the residence of the BRIDES father, Mr. A. A.
McCluGg, near Brownsburg, by Rev. G. d.
Vaughan, d D., Mr.. TON Kerr TO Miss Bette
NJ. McClung-all of Rock bridge.
SHULTZ -SHULTZ.-On the 8th of November at
the residence of Mr.. Thomas c. Shultz The
the brides father, near Midway, by the Rev.
A. II. Hamilton, Mr.. Timmolin H. Shultz of
Highland county, and Miss Rachel Ellen
Shultz of Augusta.
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THE VALLEY RAILROAD.
ANNuA1. alEErINa or THE srooKHoLDERs.

The stockholders of the Valley Railroad Com
pany met here last Thursday, Judge J.J. Aliens
of Botetourt, presiding, and g. Il. Slaughter. of
Baltimore, acting as secretary. Shares to the
number OF q, 2C6, a majority, were represented.
Chas E. Ways represented the Baltimore ana
Ohio. Henry DuVall represented Baltimore
City and G. G. Gooch and R. w. Burke repre-
sented Staunton. The report of President
Spencer was read. 1t shows the gross earnings
for the year $50 878 SO, expenses S39,9U7 ID, net
earnings SIS $40 o. increase of net earnings over
last year. So. 4l2 49, The total expenditures on
construction of the Lexington extension to
dete since the resumption OF work in 1851 g.
mount to S5l6,7S 10. a handsome brick pas
senger station has been erected at Staunton
and a substantial line of telegraph of two wires
built between staunton and Lexington.
The Richmond and Allegheny Railroad Com
pany has completed its connection with the
Valley Railroad between the river and Lexing
ton, and ali arrangements are made for the
joint use by the two companies of that portion
of the line between the Rich mond and Allegha-
ny Junction and the Lexington depot. IA
vorable traffic agreefn ent has been made be-
tween the two companies for the Interchange
of business at Lexington, and it is confidently
believed that a large and satisfactory traffic
awaits the opening OF the line.
On the completion of the road to Lexington
the Valley Company will become entitled to
sl05. 900 of RockbHdge county bonds, under the
terms of the subscription by that county 10 the
capital stock of the company, and to $4,000
from the town of Lexington. 1t is estimated
that at least $3.50 600 of the first mortgage bonds
of the company will remain in the treasury af-
ter all expenses of construction of the Lexing
county bonds now on hand, viz So, 300, will al
most meet the remaining Indebtedness to the
Baltimore and Ohio Company on the old con-
struction and current accounts. This will
leave the Valley Company with about 100000
Unavailable securities in hand in addition to
the bonds of BoJetourt and Roanoke counties.
and it is suggested that the company should
now consider the matter of providing on its
own account sufficient motive power and roll
ing stock 10 do its local business instead of
paying rentals as at present.
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In accordance with the announcement we
published last week. Riverheads District that
did so well on the day of election, had grand
jubilation at Greenville last Wednesday night
The town was illuminated; there was torch
light procession; the Stonewall Brigade Band
furnished the music, and the Staunton Artil-
lery the genuine "boom" that awoke the sleep
ing echoes. The number present was large
In the procession were five colored men, who
have the good sense to be Democrats and the
independence to vote their sentiments in spite
of the persecution of their own color. The
Midway delegation paraded on horseback. r.
F. Larew and Frank Pilson, good and true
Democrats. worked well and deserve credit for
the character of the celebration. Short and
appropriate speeches were made by Echols,
Opie, James Bumgardner Jr., A. F. Robertson,
W. n. H. Lynn, and DIR. Faunteroy. Three
cheers were given for Thos. Brownlee, in honor
of his services during the canvass.
IN LURAY, PAGE COUNTY.
The Democrats of Page county though badly
beaten in that county, had glorious jollifica-
ton last Wednesday night over the great vic
tory gained in the State. Among the speakers
was Capt. T. C. Morton.
IN WINCHESTER.
On Tuesday night, the Democrats had great
Qualification at Winchester.
IN HIGHLAND COUNTY.
On Wednesday night, the Democrats of
Highland celebrated the late glorious victory
at Monterey, on which occasion speeches were
made by L. H. Stephenson and G. P. Jones, of
Monterey, aRd ]. Ed. Pennyhacker, of Frank
lin, Pendleton county, W. Va. There was
torchlight procession, and music by the Frank
lin Band. Highland is redeemed and will give
a good majority for the Democratic nominee
for President next Fall
IN BoTEToURT,
Last Tuesday night at Buchanan in Bote-
tourt comfy, there was Democratic jubila-
ton. The town was illuminated; there was a
torchlight procession, fireworks, booming Of
cannon, &c. Speeches were made by Mr.. Geo.
Fl. Swami, Chairman of the County Executive
Committee, Judge J. J. Allen, al. John W.
Johnson, ]. VIM. Boyd, r. Z. Figgatt. Hon.
Walter N Johnston, and last, says the Buch-
anan Democrat in response to loud and vocif
erous calls, Jack Burks, an old colored man,
who has been consistently voting ttle Demo.
critic ticket for the past ten or twelve years,
and who, In the face of threats to life and prop
erty, has faithfully stuck by that party"
In Botetourt, Camper, the Democratic candi-
date for the House of Delegates, was elected by
q majority of $40.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-11-20
Our Victory.

Our victory on the 9th was complete, and
fills the heart of every true Virginian with
Joy. 1t is difficult to fully realize the mag
nitude of the danger which threatened our
State. Our foe, under the name of liberal
ism, has practiced the most proscriptiye
and vindictive policy ever before adopted IN
this State. The overthrown chief, during
his temporary domination, has paid no re-
gard to the best interest of the State, but
everything has been made subservient to
the promotion of his selfish ends.
If the people had not risen in their might
and crushed out this autocrat in this tight,
it is almost impossible to conceive to- what
lengths he would have carried on his sell
fish schemes.
For him and his leutenants who labor to
array class against class to promote their
selfish ends, all good people entertain the
deepest feelings of disgust.
But in the hour of victory we do not feel
that it would be just to classify all the fol-
lowers of General Malone IN the class to
which he and some of his lieutenants legiti-
mately belong.
As to the colored voters. they, unfortunate
ly, are the prey of designing white men,
who use them for their selfish purposes.
1t is not in our heart to rail at them; but
if they are ever to intelligently exercise the
right of suffrage it is getting high time for
them to discard the demagogues who are in
the habit Of leading them, and to assert
their manhood Although the colored vo-
tiers allow themselves to be duped by de-
signing leaders, it still remains our duty to
mete out to them exact justice, and it will
be done.
There were also some white men, Demo
Of 1<aaz y xur,1 fha n
tionists at the late election. These men be-
lieved the twaddle that was rung intheir
ears that the Democrats intended to break
up the debt settlement. In the face of the
Lynchburg platform, there could be but
very little excuse for this belief But be
this as it may, the fact remains that some
voters, good Democrats at heart, allowed
themselves to be misled, and voted the Goa
lition ticket
Our party will see to it that every pledge
Of the Lynchburg platform as fully redeem
ed. We recognized the debt is settled. Now
that we are in power that recognition must
be maintained in good faith.
Those Democrats who professed to doubt
the sincerity Of the pledges made in the
Lynchburg platform must be shown that
there were no reasons for their fear.
While our majority is now large, we shall
expect to see scores of voters who were
against US in the last election wheeling in
to line in 1884, to assist in placing Virginia
at the head of the Democratic column.
The great bulk of the white men of Vir-
ginia, with the exception of few who have
gone off in hope of Office, are opposed to
Radical rule, and if we use our victory wise
ly there is no reason why our party should
not hereafter be solid Charlottesville JEFF
fersonian.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-11-20

AN AUGUSTA MAN MARRIEs A "HIGHLAND
LAssIE."-At Hightown, Highland county, on
Wednesday, the 18th inst, Rev. ]. H. Fl. Win
free, of Churchville united in the holy bonds
of matrimony Mr.. G. D. Dudley, son OF MIR.
Washington Dudley, near ChHrchville and
Miss Mollie Hevener, daughter of Mr.. George
W. Hevener, of Hightown, late Coalition
candidate for the House of Delegates. The
presents to the bride were numerous and cost
ly. This wedding was quite social event in
Highland. The Jenkins" of the Highland
Recorder reports as follows The groomsmen
and bridesmaids. five couples, were as fol-
lows: LIST, Mr.. Sandy Dudley, of Augusta, and
Miss Estele Trimble, of Monterey, dressed in
cadet blue silk trimmed with SATIN End, Mr.
]. Hevener and Miss Ida Renick of Falling
Springs, Va.-dress white nuns Yelling satin,
and lace; 3rd. Alex Dudley, of Augusta. and
Miss Emma Rhodes, of Roanoke, W. Va
dress, white organdy and lace; 4th, Mr. G. W.
Hevener, OF w. Va, and Miss Irene Dudley, Of
Augusta-dre;s, white cashmere and silk lace
9Th. Mr.. George a. Myers and Miss Katie Som
mers--dress, white Organdy goods.
The supper was superb and the reception at
night was magnificent and most happy af-
fair'
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BLACK sILKsI BLACK SGLKS!l-The
loveliest you ever saw. at
nov20 KAYsER, Shirley & TAYLoR's.

FIRE.-About ~ o'clock, last Sunday after
noon, it was discovered that there wBs fire In
the room occupied as a dressmaEer's store by
Mrs. NJ M. Brown, (colored) next door to the
SPECTATOR once. Soon after the alarm was
given, Mr.. John Hardy, jr., and Policeman
Simpson were at the place, and broke openthe
door and threw out the burning clothes. and
extinguished'the fire. The room above is oc-
cupied by Gothner (colored) porter at the Va.
Hotel. There is an unused f1ue from the room
below which opens in the hearth in the room
above. This had been filled up with paper.
which was ignited by a match carelessly
thrown upon it, and thesparks dropping below
set fire to the clothes in the store-roonl occu-
pied by Mrs. Brown. The laths in the ceiling
near the flue were also on fire. If this had &C.
CURED late in the night, it might have resulted
in destroying the building of the SPECTATOR
Office
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-11-20

POPULARITY OF A Son OF AUGUsTA.-Hon.
James W. Marshall, who was recently elected
by the Democrats member Of the House of
Delegates from his county (Craig,) had the hon
or OF receiving 555 out of the 632 votes cast in
that county. The vote polled was within 70 of
the entire registered vote of Craig.
Mr. Marshall is native of this county, and
his many friends in his native county are pleas
ed that he is so popular in the county of his
adoption. The sons Of Augusta. following the
example of the good old county, generally go
in with good majority.
The Lynchburg a dUance says: THE friends of
Judge !. w. Marshall will present his name for
Speaker of the House of Delegates. Judge
Marshall is glorious democrat, a man of cool
aess, qulckness and judgment. and has had
legislative experience, His fealty to the party
"all along the line" deserves commentator
and consideration, especially as he had the
present honor thrust upon him for the good of
the party
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-11-20
TIT VIO IJ1 ITO I
County Judge-Wh0

The General Assembly will soon elect a
County Judge for Augusta. The Judge
ship is the most important office in the
county; the chief magistrate, charged with
the general oversight of decedents' estates,
in proof of wills, the qualification of per-
sonal representatives, the settlements of
Commissioners of Accounts; the trial of
persons charged with all sorts of offences,
involving liberty, property, and life; the
county road system in all its details, in
volving the expenditure of money and gen.
eral administration; the general police and
welfare, sc. Some of the most difficult
questions are presented, demanding for
their solution good common sense, well
balanced, educated in the law, in human
nature, and the practical affairs of every
condition of life; cool and deliberate
head, with steady hand holding the scales
Of Justice equally; firm and decided in
times of public passion and excitement for
the protection of the weak as well as the
strong. Justice, an attribute of the Deity,
deals with an equal hand and is the palla-
dunn of the individual. The County Judge
should be thoroughly acquainted with prac-
teal country life, in all its vicissitudes and
interests.
Much complaint is frequently made
against the flaws delays; the harassing
and vexatious detentions of country people
from their homes on expense, at the sacri-
flee of their private business, in busy sea-
son, in an unnecessarily protracted trial of
some miserable vagabond at great public
expense. A vigilant Judge, in full sympa-
Thy with the public interest, keeping step
with the ''double-quick'' of modern pro-
gress, should be able.to so conduct the pub
lie business as to relieve this crying evil.
Time now appears more valuable-the
courts must aoork faster
Now is the time for the county people,
to look to the matter Of recommending
the best man. for this most important
office. Do not wait until after the Judge is
elected to express views and criticise.
Speak now; assemble and consult; agree
on the most suitable and deserving man;
make the recommendation and try then to
be satisfied. VERBUM SAPIENTI.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1883-11-20
waynesboro' Items

From our correspondent Laurence.
This letter should have appeared last week.
So much election news prevented:l
Hymen has again invaded Waynesboro's
home and social circle, and taken therefrom
one of its ornaments in the person of Miss
Minnie NJ. Moffett, the charming daughter OF
Mr.. ]. Sidney Moffett She was married to Mr..
Howard D. Coyner, of Danville, KY, on the
9Th day of November, at the Presbyterian
church, Rev. Frank McCutchan performing
the ceremony, in the presence of a large
number of relatives and friends; and after re-
ceiving the congratulations and good wishes of
all, the happy couple took the Chesapeake and
Ohio train for their future home in Danville,
KY. There were no bridesmaids. The ushers
were Messrs. James Moffett. Asher Ayres, s.
NJ. Donald, w. A. Brooks, t. Harry Antrim
and VIM Black. The bride wore handsome
travelling dress. The presents were numerous
and costly. 1 give below partial list
Set of silver butter dishes, in handsome case
w. A. Brooks.
Set: OF silver knives and forks-Mrs. M. A.
Coyner.
Silver sugar spoon-Miss Jennie Flshburne.
Set of silver coffee spoons, In handsome case
Mr.. and Mrs, II. L. Gallaher, Jr.
Set silver knives-Mr aud Mrs. G. c. Maslin.
Silver butter knife-N. E. Hanger.
Elegant set china-James B. Moffett.
gan elegant silver pin-James H. Woodward.
Handsome plush glove box-Mrs. P. L. Var
borough
Silver castor-T. Harry Antrim.
A beautiful macrome tidy-Mss Maggie Nc
Chesney.
Pair majolica fish dishes-Miss Jennie Kay
ser.
Silver pickle stand-C. NJ. Patrick
Handsome clock-Miss Willie and Hortie
Coyner.
Silver berry bowl-Mr. and Ms. E. G. Fish
burne.
Set of pansey toilet mats-Mlss Willie Jones.
Pair silver napkin rings-Hal Fishburne.
White silk embroidered pin cushion-Miss
Mamie K. Austin.
Silver cake basket-Mrs J. T. Black.
Pair handsome silver napkin rings-Mr. and
Mrs. ], B. Levy.
Silver pickle stand-Win Black.
Silver sugar dlsh-Mrs. C. A. John son.
Silver butter knife-Miss N. Walker.
Set toilet mats-Jeanp cite Wallace.
Handsome silverspoon stand-MessIs. Asher
Ayres and Bernie Woodward
Silver jewel case-Mr. & Mrs. ]. W. F. Ford
Toilet set Miss Mamie Patrick.
Glass water set-Mrs. Jas. B. Lobban.
Check for $500 90 from brides father. Mr.. ]. s,
Moffett
Messrs. A. c. Fry and Lambert Bros. are
erecting handsome threestory building on
the site where the old Masonic Hall used to
stand; when completed, Mr.. Fry will have am
pie room for his stoves, tinware, &C.; likewise
with Lambert Bros and their fui niture.
great many fish are being caught here now.
cartridges were never more plentiful. Ills
common sight to see our sportsmen coming in
to town with dozens. LAURENCE.
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Malone in a New Character.

The National Republican has colcmns of
abuse of Virginia, every day, in the form of
correspondence from this city Sometimes
by express statement, and sometimes from
unmistakable evidence, we know that the
material is furnished by senator Malone.
It cannot be said in this case, as is said of
Buffers gable after election, that it is
''the involuntary muscular actions which
follow death" for Malone is still sena-
tor. It is certain that he has purpose in
what he says, and that that purpose is to
secure Republican administration for four
years more. Tode,ire such administration,
and to work in all legitimate ways for it,
is an undoubted right of the senator. But,
to say nothing of the inconsistency of his
present course, his methods are not only
discreditable, but disgraceful, and far more
SO than any which he has heretofore resort
ed to for success. To attempt to create a
''solid north by declaring his State to be
filed with murderers of negroes; its most
intelligent people unft for selfgovernment
because one of their crimes, is an offence
which no 9th = man ever committed who
was freely ci.osel by the people to repre-
sent them at WaShington-which no man
ever sent there by State or Territory would
think of doing. Politically, it is unpardon-
able; in every way it is gross violation of
all precedent and of the eommonest laws of
propriety. Probably the senator will have
few believers in the north, but he may in
directly accomplish his purpose, for the
States which sent Webster, Fnesseden,
Marcy, Glass; Benton and their like to the
senate will naturally ask what sort of .eople
are in Virginia that they should send to
Washington traducer, instead Of defend
of the commonwealth. If this is to go
on-if this wretched and unparalleled exhibit
ton is to continue-not only the few white
men who still adhere 70 the senator, but
the negroes by whose vote mainly he was ell
ected, will, for very shame, desert him. Not
at all for the sake of party, or ofindividual,
but for the sake of the State and of decency
we hope the curtain will be dropped.-Pe-
tersbNrq InQer-Appeal.