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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27
Gen. w. W. Averill.

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The House of Representatives last week
passed billauthorizing the President to ap-
point Gen. WV. Averill to the army with
the rank of Brig General, and place him
on the retired list with the pay of Briga-
dier General, Gen. Averill resigned from
the army in 1854 or '65, partly because of
impaired health and partly because of a
slight placed on him by his commanding
General The wounds he received in the
military service of his country have SO
shattered his constitution that he is not
able to participate in the activities of civil
life. and for this reason he is entitled to
the care of the government. The writer
of this paragraph knew Gen. Ayerill well
before the war, when he was second lieu
tenant in the Mounted Rifles, and in SER
vice in New Mexico, having messed with
him for six months. while his regiment
was campaigning against the Navajoe In
dams. He was then regarded as one of
the most daring and promising young Off
GERS in the army, a general favorite in
army circles, and an accomplished and
cultured gentleman. His brilliant and
honorable career during the civil war was
but a fulfllment of the assurance given in
his early life. Genial, generous, gifted
and manly, these qualities shone out promi-
nently throughout the four years of bloody
conflict, and in whatever department. he
served. he left the impress Of his warm
heart and soldierly bearing, even with
those then regarded as enemies. All who
have ever met him, whether Of the Blue
or Gray, will feel a sense of qualification
that Congress has recognized his eminent
services to his country, and placed on the
retired list, with the pay of a Brigadier
General, one who fills the measure of q
gentleman in it's truest meaning.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27
THE Markets

The quotations continue to be merely nomi-
nal, the wretched condition of the roads rem
dering hauling impracticable. Even, however
under the influence of the lessened supply, both
wheat and clover seed have declined. Prices
yesterday were as follows:
Flour, Family $500; extra SLIGO to $40; super
$500. Wheat, 81 O5 to sl.OS. Corn, go. Oats AZ
to As; Glover seed $3.50 to $500. Hay sll to Sl3.
In Baltimore, Wheat, 81 10 to 81 10; Rich
mond. Isl OS to 81 II.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27

The Democratic State Committee de-
plores the introduction of the tariff ques-
tion into the discussions this year. Why,
hasnot the Democratic party conviction
as to this important question !? It would
have been in just as bad a fix, if it had
Introduced the question of specie pay
meht, when that was an unsettled issue,
or any other question of administrative
policy. It has never had defined policy
affecting governmental interests, and
would be as much disturbed on one ques-
tioh as another if required to take a posi-
tive position. Yet it claims to be ma
tio1,uE party
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27

A friend has asked us what is the ma
ture Of the security Of holders of National
bank notes and depositors. We make the
reply public, inasmuch us others may
desire similar. information. No national
bank can issue notes unless its stock
holders have paid in, dollar for dollar,
enough money to meet the notes. The
paid up capital must be equal to the
face of the notes issued. In addition ia
this security, for every 800 promised by
the notes the bank must deposit 800 in
United States bonds with the U. S. Treas
urer, which can be sold to pay the notes il
the bank should fail to do SO. Further, ii
this should not prove full indemnity to the
depositor aud note holder, and the bank
should not pay its deposits and notes on
demand, the stockholders Of the bank are
obliged to pay in as much money as they
first paid. Thus is the security of the
noteholder and depositor three-fold, with
the addition of five per cent. of the issue
and the premium on the U. s. bonds held
as security for the circulation.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27

The revenue law passed by the Virginia
Legislature, covering the matter of IL
censes to commercial travellers. was signed
by the Governor, March IA and went into
effect on that date. 1t requires that for
every agent orsa lesman employed by any
person, firm, &C., $75 per year shall be
paid as a license tax. That is, instead Of
$3.50 for the first and $50 for each addi-
tional salesman, as heretofore, $75 shall
be paid for each and every license issued.
Mr.. George Stevens Wade Whipple) of
the Yonkers Gazette, will deliver the poem
at the next annual meeting of the New
York Press Association. Mr.. S. is now
visiting Staunton and has delivered num-
Der Of entertaining lectures in the villages
hereabOut,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27

THE President must not only be an
honest man, but he must be the cause of
honesty in Others" says Wayne McVeagh
III his article in the Century Magazine on
the coming President. This is an exact
description of Samuel J. Tilden, of New
\ Vaadicator.
Why, yes. The author Of the CIPHER
dispatches, which were the exposure of a
plan to steal the electoral votes of Florida
and South Carolina, and of Oregon, would
be very proper man to again lead the De-
mocracy. Let Mr.. Tilden. by all means,
be the Democratic nominee, and then we
will have the REFORM boom in full blast.
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WHAT IS ELEVATOR?
7HE MOST SELECT PURE RYE WHEKEY
Ask for It. 1t Has No Superior.
Marriott
A CARD.

In retiring from the mercantile business,
cannot refrain from expressing the regret feel
In thus severing the relation that has SO pleas
anIly existed with my patrons since Sept. LIST.
lie generally, for the very generous manner in
which they have patrOnzed me during these
many years. Having become a member of the
Board of Directors of The Staunton Life Asso-
citation OF Virginia, which was organized March
"a, 1883, was elected Secretary of the same. Its
business having grown fur beyond our most
sanguine expectations. found 1t was necessary
for me to sell my hardware business, which
did on the 18th inst, to Messrs. A. q. WOODS &
Co.. whom take pleasure in commencing to
my friends and the public generally. My
friends are cordially invited to cali and see me
at the office of The Staunton Life Association
in the city Hall on Main Street. All parties who
are indebted to me are earnestly requested to
call at my office and settle.
Your ob't serv't,
mar20-3t HUGH M. MCILHANY.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27

The Highland Recorder says lit is ru-
mored here that the wife of Louis Spun
augle, living on the Hunting Ground, Pen
dleton county, committed suicide by taking
arsenic, a few days ago. Domestic troubles
are alleged as the cause Of the deed"
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27
CORRECTED WEEKLY BY EAKLE & JONES'
WHOLESALE PRICES.
BALTIMORE CATTLE MARKET.
MONDAY, MARCH "a, 1884

MONDAY, MARCH q, 1854.
AT CALVERTON YARDS.
BEEF CATTLE,-The market has been exceed
ingly rough to-day, prices ranging 4 to &c. and
in some cases &c lower than those Of last Mon
day. The quality averaged as good as last
weeks offerings, medium and common Cattle
being fairly represented. The decline on the
tops was not greater than nc. We quote at Is
aS6 55 per 100 lbs, with most sales at OOaS5 so.
Mich Cows.-Trade is fair for good Cows
while common are very dull. We quote at 3Oa
$50 per head, wholesale. ~ iva
Prices OF Beef Cattle range as follows: Best
OOa$6 90, that generally rated first quality
4 75aS6 3d. medium or good fair quality 6&
81 5O ordinary thin Steers, Oxen and Cows
S 25aSS o. Extreme range of prices 25aS6 IS.
MOS Most OF me sales We're from 0Oa$5 SO per 100
1877 last week.
SwINE-The receipts are fully equal to a very
moderate demand. The quality shows some
ltGle Improvement over that of last weeks Of
lerings, out there are yet too many light Hogs,
anu Ghese aHect prices of the better grades. We
quote al oa9% cents, most sales at and near
cents per 10 net. Arrivals this week 5793 head
against 5ll1 last week,
SHEEP AND LANBS.-The quality of the offer
ings to-day are quite as good as last week,
tnongh less in numbers. The demand Is very
moderate, and confined to the wants o. cioy
butchers, who buy sparingly- We queue sheeP
at 4a62a cents per Id gross, and Spring LAMBS az
l0alS cents Arrivals this week 2i6l heau as''ihst
1878 last week
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27
Members of the legislature have beer

Members of the legislature have beer
appointed on boards rs follows Senators
Thurman, Christian and Atkinson on the
Eastern Lunatic Asylum Senators ivy
man, Meredith and Edmunds on the Deaf
Dumb and Blind Institute; Delegates Rich
ardson and Grandstaff (both Coalitionists)
ont the Central Asylum. Sergeant alarms
Hill, of the House, is also a member Of
this last. First Assistant Clerk Waller
Of the House, is a member Of the Western
Llnatic Asylum Board.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27

The House of Representatives, on Thurs
day last, unseated Mr.. Mayo. Coalitionist,
from the Accomac district, and seated
Judge Garrison, Democrat.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27
NEW ADVERTISED

DIANO FOR SALE-A new Ch1ckering Up
L right Concert Piano offered at a bargain.
Apply at this office.
TIAsTERN VIRGINIA TOMBSTONE now
IL and invest. Cheap and productive land.
Healthy climate. Markets convenient. Our
Journal FREE. Address
w. P. HILLEARY g. SON,
mar27-6t Warrenton, Fauquier Co., Va.
W. BECHTEL, M d.
(HoMd1oPATHISTl
Graduate of Hahnemonn Medical College of
Philadelphia, and with an experience of ten
years, offers his professional services to the
people of Staunton and vicinity.
R8-Office and residence NJ E. corner of Main
and Market Streets, opposite Valley Mutual
Office.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27
ATEW HARDWARE FIRM.

The undersigned on the 18th of March, 1884,
sold the hardware business conducted by him
In Staunton, since Sept. LIST, 1873 to the firm of
Andrew G. Woods & Co. l take this occasion
generally for the liberal patronage extended to.
me during the eleven years named, and 1t af-
fords me pleasure to recommend my success
sOrs to my old patrons, which 1 can confidently
do, from the fact that Mr. Woods has been asso-
ciated with me for the past eight years, and is
well and favorably known to the public as an
energetic business man.
HUGH NJ. MCILHANY-
The firm of A. G. WOODS & CO., respectfully
announce to the public that having purchased
the stock and fixtures of H. NJ. McIlhany. they
will continue the Hardware business at the old
stand and will endeavor to merit the liberal
patronage which was extended to their prede-
ceSSor.
mar27-4t A. G. WOODS & CO.
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An Explanation.

1t is clear to our mind that Watterson,
Carlisle and Morrison have virtually given
up all hope of Democratic success in No
vember next. They recognize the fact
that party with the negative record the
Democracy has on all important questions
affecting administrative policy, cannot
command the confidence of the business
interests ofsthe country, without which
defeat.is. certain.s They are aware, too,
that. it is too late, especially when such
bitter dissensions exist, for successful eff
fort to cure these defects. What they
mean in the formulation of their views on
the tariff question at this time, is prepar-
alton for 18SS-to educate the people
in the doctrine they present and to
make a distinct and aggressive issue of
Free Trade against Protection in the
Presidential contest four years hence
They know that aparty defeated in halt
dozen campaigns, on platform of Oppo-
sStion merely--ah aggregation of mega
tives Cannot reasonably hope tosucceed on
the same on-committal policy in 1884,
These bold leaders substantially admit
this, and their purpose is to change not
only the policy, but the tactics of the par
ty. They mean, from now out, to make
an aggressive fight, and the Morrison Bill
is but the preliminary movement. 1t is
not what they want, but it is one step for
ward. 1t is reach for something positive
even if it be fallacions, and by persistence
and energy, they hope to shape public
opinion by 1888, SO as to control the Dem
ocratic party in the interest of Free
Trade. They prefer to court defeat now
on positive declaration, than to struggle
for success as a party of negatives, i'm
plying nothing but the absence of states
manship and the courage of conviction.
We believe this to be the logical expla-
nation of the Morrison bill and the agrees
sive announcement of Watterson. reflect
ing the sentiments of Carlisle and Morri-
son. We conclude that the campaign of
1884 will be comparatively tame affair
that the Republicans will carry the coun-
try by an overwhelming majority, and that
the Democratic party, under it's new lead
ers, will take advanced and aggressive
positions on questions affecting the reve-
nues and commerce, pressing their views
industriously until 1888, when a pro-
nounced Free Trade candidate and plat
form will be presented. There IS no other
rational solution to the attitude now held
by Messrs. Morrison, Watterson and Car
Isle and those who sympathize with them.
Itmeans surrender in 1884 under protest,
anda bold, aggressive fight for 1888.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27
IRON-CLAD PAINT,

IRON-CLAD PAINT,
as its name implies, contains very large per
cent. of pure iron, rendering it durableewith
hard surface-and sure protection against
doubted protection to wood, iron, tin, and other
surfaces. This paint has proved to be the best
roof paint in the world 1t has an established
reputation of fifteen years standing IN the
United States. 1t is specially adapted ed, as q
for years without deterioration. AS an evil
dence of its superiority ouer other paints, We
mention the following
Buildings That are Painted acith it, Viz:
The state Capitol and other public buildings,
at Richmond, Va.
The University of Virginia, at Charlottesville.
Va
Lowmoor Furnace, Lowmoor, Va.
Lynchburg Iron Co., Lynchburg, Va.
Victoria Furnace, at Goshen Va, and hmm
areds OF others throughout the state.
1act, that we order all our material in large
quantlties, thereby securing the lowest prices.
and mat we are prepared to do the bestwork.
ana as low as any similar concern in the United
PARTIES HAVING WORK TO BE DONE
will find it to their interest to get our estimates
before letting their contracts.
Paints furnished by the gallon. so that parties
can do their own painting.
Men sent to any part of the country, and est-
mates made without charge, for any OF the above
goods. We respectfully solicit work from con-
tractors, corporations and individuals All in
quiries. orders or estimates must be addressedto
IRON, ROOFING AND PAINT Co,
mar27 staunton Virginia.
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Republican party has just abandoned for
fresh fields of endeavor in the interests Of
American institutions.
Bourbonism posing as a party of IRE
FORM weighted down itself with abstrac-
lions and exploded theories, with its re-
cord of obstruction and corruption, in
State and Nation, would be the blazing
farce of the period-a new rendition OF
Pecksniff- that would excite the ridicule
of the civilized world.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27
? OUR PAINT

is OF the very best material, being manufacture
ed e Dy our own process, and under our personal
supervision,
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patronage which was extended to their prede-
cessor.
mar27-4t A.G. WOODS co.
C. BARGAMIN. E. SHEPARD.
RARGAMIN & SHEPARD.
Successors to c. BARGAMIN s. Co..
PRACTICAL PLUMBERS, AND GAS
STEAM & WATER FILTERS.
Dealers in
MILL AND MINERS SUPPLIES
All kinds of Steam and other Pumps Hy-
draulic Rams, Cast. Wrought and Terra Gotta
Pipes, Brass and Iron Valves, Cocks and Fit
tings of all descriptions, Gas and other fixtures
as- Contractors for the construction of Gas
and Sewer Works.
Agents for Slower Wind Engine Combination
Gas Machine, Inspirators, and Gum and Leath-
er Betting, Hose, &c.
COUNTRY AND SPRINGS WORK A SPE-
marH CIALTY.
DUBLIC SALE!
Notice is hereby given, to all whom 1t may
concern, that /, Samuel Whitmore, ST., will
offer the property at Mint Spring, Augusta Co..
Va. formerly owned and occupied by the Rev.
A. j. Whitmore, decd, for sale publicly.
On Thursday, May the LIST, 1884,
on the premises at Mint Spring The property
is well located, at railroad station, or 6miles
from Staunton convenient to postoffice, church
and schools,
CONTAINING 80 ACRES OF LAND,
a new Dwellings rooms, a good Cellar, Sum-
mer Kitchen, Cistern. Garden ana Stable, all
new, and will make No. l Fruit and Truck
Farm and an excellent home.
TERMS.-One-half cash, the remainder in
equal annual payments, the purchaser to give
payments, and the title retained as ultimate
March %, lssi-tds s3N'' '''' ~ AN' '"'
g. W. MAY & Co.. Prop'rs. O. NJ uArroN. sup't
A uaUsTA
IRON, ROOFING AND PAINT CO,
MANUFACTURERS OF
G. W. MAY cos PATENT
Double Capped Iron, Roofing ana sitling.
Can be laid with or without sheeting, ana no
holes made in the Roof by of
Nails, Screws or Rivets.
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NEW ADVERTISER RHTS

ELEGANT BRICK RESIDENCE
AT PUBLIC AUCTION
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Guaranteed Superior to all other Roofing.
ALSO MANUFACTURERS OF

ROOF PAINT and CEMENT
UNDER G. w. MAY & co.'s. PATENT.
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i viii offer for sale. at public auction, III frt
oil The Court House in Stanton, on
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27
Mr.. r. A. Hughart, Superintendent of
Public Schools for Bath County, is dead.

Five hundred and seventy-two bills
passed the General Assembly at it's last
session.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-27

stability to credit and prosperity and con-
tentment to the people, 1t opposed the
national banks and favored State banks. 1t
opposed specie payment and favored green
backs as the currency. 1t opposed protec-
ti0n to American industries and favored a
policy that would have given preference to
foreign labor and products. 1t has been the
foe of every measure that has aided in the
development of our. country. Americana
ing our policy, and strengthening and ele-
waiting our national character. 1t has been
aggressive only to tear down-never to
build up. Itdare not formulate national
policy, for it favors no controlling Ameri-
can principle. Its shibboleth has been OPP
position, never counting the cost or address
ing Their reason of the people, to justify its
position. And it is this party that now
proposes to masquerade as Performers, :"
to purify government and elevate national
character la party without faith, with
outa creed, without principle and only
with record that is obnoxious to every
thing American and suggestive of every
thing retroactive and destructive.
Whatever faults may be manifest in the
Republican party, it has never been untrue
to American interests and American pro-
gress. 1t stands for the unity of the
country, the equality of the States, the
dignity of labor, the stability of credit,
the enlargement of commerce, the free
dom of the ballot, the rights of the peo-
pie, the sanctity Of law and the supremacy
of the Constitution. 1t has the courage
to reform its own shortcomings, to ad-
vance to new demands, and grasp the
needs of the Nation. 1t has faith in the
intelligence and patriotism of the people,
and confidence in itself to be constantly
moving forward in the spath of national
progress and development. Ttneither hes
itates nor falters when duty lies plain be-
fore it and never takes thought of the
Democratic party, it's traditional foe, ex-
cept to look back to see that it is a reflex of
the obsolete, camping on the grounds the
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1884-08-26

tall. Of light complexion, wears mus.
tache and goatee, and has q genial aud
pleasant expression coupled with that Of
tirmness." Tho Bismarck Tribune dis.
covers that "Gov. Pierce is q gentleman
of striking appearance, fifty years of age,
OF medium height, dark hair and eyes, q
beard Of Napoleonic cut and the man.
ners OF 9 Chesterfield.'' The Yankton
Bugle describes him as "a gentleman
whose majestic head has been lightly
frosted by the suns of scarce forty sum-
mers." The Sioux Plains Cow Boy says
"he is gentleman whose very ap.
pearance will inspire confidence
among the cattle men of this territory.
There are none of the elements of ego.
tistical dndism in bis character" The
Yankton Banner speaks OF "his piercing
black eyes, while the DEVILS Lake Con.
servator mentions "his eyes OF mild,
Raphaelean blue" Welearn by the Jim
City Clarion that the governor sis care.
less in the details of apparel" while on
the other hand, the Moorehead States.
man informs us that ''he is particularly
attentive to the matter of dress, being
at all times elegantly but unostentations.
ly attired." To make long matter
short, we are forced to the conclusion
either that the editors up in Dakota are
colcr. blind, or that number OF con-
scienceless persons are trying to impose
themselves upon the good people OF that
territory as the only original Gilbert A.
Pierce.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1884-08-26
First Publication. Aug. 7th.
Mortgage Sale,

Whereas, Default has been made in the pay
ment of the money secured by a mortgage dated
the tenth day Of September, A. D; 1873. execu-
Yankton and territory of Dakota to Clara 4.
Hudson of the county of Yanktou and
territory of Dakota, and which mort
gage .was recorded in the office of the
territory OF Dakota, in book v of mortgages
on page Al and 4ls. on the 11th day of Septe NJ
ber 1878, at two O'Clock p. NJ, and,
Whereas, NO action or proceedings at law or
otherwise have been instituted to recover the
debt remaining secured by said mortgage or
any part thereof, and
Whereas, The amount claimed to be due upon
sum of eight hundred and ffty-nine dollars
and twesty cents. (ss5e .2o), to-wit: $500. 90 of
principal. and S59aO of interest, besides the
sum Of fifty dollars attorneys. fees stipulated
foreclosure or the commencement of the fore
closure of said mortgage.
Now, therefore, notice is hereby given that
by virtue of the power of sale contained in said
IN pursuance of the statutes in such case made
and provided, the said mortgage will be fore
closed by 3 sale of the mortgaged premises
therein described, at public aution, at the
lankton, and county of Yankton, and territory
of Dakota, on the twentieth day of Septem Der,
1884. at two o'clock in the afternoon of that
day The. The merteag M premises are situated in
kota, aud are described as follows. to-wit: lot .
twelve and thirteen in block fourteen, accord
ing to the plat of Yankton proper, as plated
ny b.
spoon, and lot nine, in block twenty-three, ac-
cording to the plat of J. E.. Witherspoon,
called ..Witherspoon's Yankton."
Dated at Yankton, ID. T., this 9Th day of
- -''' :. CLARA E. HUDSON, MORTGAGE
N. j. CRAMEk, Attorney for Mortgage.