The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-05-22

On the 10Th inst, ut the residence of her
aon-im-l law. Mr.. Fieden Whitmore, near
West View, Mrs. Catharime Rhodes, nee
20 Years.
Her health WAS always excellent until
within the past few years, when it became
apparent that her life 5 journey, 50 long
extended, was in its decline. On last sun
day evening the funeral took place from
the NJ. +. CmIrch at this place, Of which
the deceased WAS a devoted member for
many years. The services, which were
conducted 10y Rev. Mr.. Brown, of Church
Vile, were Of a very impressive character.
The choir Of the Church rendered with
sweet effect, the appropriate hymns, 81
would not live always and ''Shrnking
from the cold hand of death" After the
services the remains, encased in Il beautl-
full casket, we're viewed by a large number
of relatives and friends of the deceased.
during which that beautiful and apprO-
pirate hymn, "In the Sweet by and BY, ?"
was sung. After Il last fond look ut the
familiar features, the remains were laid to
rest beside those Of her beloved daughter
Kate, and sister, Mrs. Saml Adams.
!Stri6tng Sprj yS.-Visitors are arriving
ut the Stribling Springs and we learn the
prospect for Il large and increased attend
ance this season Is very promising. The
high character of these valuable medicinal
waters, is given by DR.. Francis Il. Strib-
ling, the late eminent Superintendent of
the Virginia Western Lunatic Asylum,
Will assure those seeking the recuperatiOn
of injured health the varied and valuable
properties of these waters.
WESTERN LUNATIC AsYLrM,NA., March 81, -.
Drnr Sir:-Your communication is before me.
The Striblng Springs derived its name from my
father, and have been familiar with the place
since nay early boyhood. 1t is not necessary for
me /" mention the chemical ingredients char
;tcteriHing the several fountains. These have
been analysed by able and experienced chem
lists and the RESULT published extensively. My
purpose is simply to testify that have witness
| ed many wonderful cures as the effect of these
waters, and that i'll my opinion there are but
few forms of chronic physical disease that
would not be materially benefited by the judi
| cious use of The Springs under your charge.
The most skillful physicians are often mis-
taken as 10 the mineral water best adapted to
TIE cases OF those under their professional care.
A hldSnDSlS ~ IOfmeu anu upon IL u Theory
constructed from the known chemical constit-
uen1S OF u certain spring The patient resorts
tlither, only in too many Instances to reap
disappointment. He is then advised to try an
other, and may be then another. These changes
necessarily involve fatigue and expense, where
as al the StribblinR Springs the invalid will
tinH ih@ sui l,hur, the alum ami the chalybeate
IN distinct basin, but in such proXiiy to each
| other, tiiat without Inconvenience or addition
al outlay he can cautiously test each, and hold
ON to that which suits his case best. This, 1t
seems TO me, is a desderatum which has been
100 much overlooked.
have read carefully and with interest let
Ter written by Dr. Fauntieroy, of stanton,
published by you III 1872. | do not hesitate to
endorse all that the Doctor has certified in re-
card to the efficacy OF the waters, the elasticity
and purity of the mountain atmosphere, and
the beauty OF the physical surroundings.
Wishing that the establishment may receive
the patronage ii so we'll deserves, remain
Most respectfully, FKANCis n. SrRIBLING.
The matrimonial market is brisk and
bouyant in our district. We hear of sey-
eral betrOthals and one or two marriages
in the very near future. The following
parties were successfully launched on the
sea Of life and we hope they may have a
pleasant voyage On the 18th inst, at the
residence of the bride, Nh. Reuben Bryan
and Mrs. Elizabeth Hogsette were married
by Rev. H. a. Gayer.
Rev G. J. RaSton. of Rockingham
preached at Union Presbyterian Church
i'll the absence Of the pastor, Rev. futile,
on the It'll inst. .
Farmers are taking their cattle to the
rich and green pastures of the mountains.
The herders complain of the small number
received. They put it ut about half OF
the preceding seasons. Spectators have
Trimmed the ranks during the winter and
consequently stock cattle are scarce.
A HANDSOME PRESENT.-The Car AC-
cOuntant S Association Of the United States
and Canada, passed through StauntOn on
! Monday on a pleasure trip over the G. x
D. Railway. The excursion was gotten
up by Maj. \. II. Hotchkiss. and whPl
the party reached the White Sulphur the
| Major was Unexpectedly made the recipl
ent of Il beautiful present in the shape OF ;
medal-a gold pin and pendant shield
and a heavy gold watch chain and locket
The presentation WAS made by Mr.. f. W.
Lace, a member of the party, in the pres
eEce Of large company Of ladies and gen
tlemen. Mr.. Lace said
major Hotchkiss: iou about you many
familiar faces, all OF whom. can assure you
! are your friends. We all feel under many oh
| legations to you for your Kindness in giving IL
this pleasant trip, ana you can he sure, sir, tina
! il Will be long remembered by us all. We haN,
| here slight token of our esteem for You, which
| We hope you Will accept with our best Wishr
| for your future welfare
Maj. Iiotchkiss, not without emotion
ioI, raEnnnIa,l nc fbIInIVS
"My Friends: ! am completely surprised b,
| this flank movement that you have just mad
me the victim of, but can assure you that an
very glad to know that | have 40 many friend
in the Car Accountants Association. Since
! met the members OF this Association tor tn
first time at PhiIadeIph last year, have takei
great interest i'll you, and III the welfare OF IN
| Association and wholly in planning this tri
| my motives We're wholly free from anything pa
a desire 10 show my regard for you all, ana l.
afford you pleasure by showing you the beauli
ful scenery OF the Chesapeake 4 ONO RAILWAY
| ! can assure you that you will be warmly wei
coined and well taken care OF in Richmond, all
aS for this beauii Iul gift. it Will ever he 10 me
| reminder OF your Kindness, and at each ftcui