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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
Ratification Meeting.
DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS EXPECTED

A meeting to ratify the nominations OF
Cleveland and Hendricks will be held in
the Courthouse next Monday-Court-day
The following distinguished speakers
have been invited, and are expected to be
present
Hon. W. R. Hill, of Ohio; Hon. j. Ran.
Tucker, of Rockbridge; Hon. Samuel F.
Coleman, of Cumberland; and U. s. Senator
John E. Kenna, of West Virginia. Don't
fail to attend.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

Hon. Roswell P. FLOWER, whose presi-
Dental boom went so sadly to pieces, ex-
presses himself with being entirely satisfied
with the democratic ticket, and says he will
give both his time and his money to it's sup
port. Mr.. Flower predicts that Gov. Cleve-
land will carry New York by 10000 major
;A.r
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

WEIGHED IN THE BALANCEs.-Next Friday
night, July 25th weight Sociable," under
the auspices of the Baptist church, will be held
at the house of Mrs, HERRING on Church
street. The ladies will all be weighed Young
men are specially invited to assist in the
weighing, and a cordial invitation extended to
all who wish to spend pleasant time and see
something new. Come at O'Clock. Admis-
sion free. Supper at O'Clock.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

Having sold out my interest in the Drug
store, hereby notify all parties who are in
debted to me, that unless claims and accounts
are paid or settled within 80 days, shall turn
them oyer to an Attorney for collection. Can
be found at Law Office OF David May.
jy22-2t awe GEO. w. MAY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

VILLAG CAMP MEETING.-There will be q
Village Camp meeting in connection win the
second quarterly meeting, to be helr in
Eishersvlille, beginning August lst. at P. NJ.
mon. Rev. j. C. Dice, P. E., breaches on Satur-
day at II A. M. The Revs. w. L. Lynch, H. A.
Brown, o. w. Hammond, and A. NJ. Caekley
are expected to be present during the meeting.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

AN OLD CITIZENS OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
direct special attention to the article which
appears on our first page. signed IAN Old Citi-
zen." The author of this production wieIds q
facile and interesting pen, and his commune
cation will be found replete with valuable in
formation to the farmers and land owners of
Augusta county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

YTNHE MISSES PHILLIPS SS WEST.@
1~SCHOoL FOR GIRLS.
The fifth session will commence SEPT
4th, 1884, at MOZART HALL. The leading fea
ture, as heretofore, will. be thorough instruc-
ton and careful training.
TERMS: From $3.50 to Sc 90 per quarter of ten
weeks. paid in advance. CAIISTHENICS
ELEMENTARY FRENCH and LATIN with
out extra charge.
Observation-Disclosures of Music in classes at
SIS 90 per session. Separate lessons on Piano
and Vocal Culture. For terms, apply to-
jyl5,4t& Miss BETTE s. WEST.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

Reeves Gait was appointed administrator C.
t. q. of James L. Agner's estate. It will be
remem Dered that Mr.. Agner left his estate to
his wife during life, and after paying q legacy
to his niece the balance of his estate was de-
vised to the Foreign Missionary Societies of
the two Baltimore Conferences
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

MEETING TO ORGANIZE A DEMOCRATIC CLUB.
There will be meeting of the Mechanics and
Workingmen in the Police Office to night
Tuesday-at O'Clock, for the purpose of or
yanizing a Cleveland and Hendricks Club.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

HALF-sHEETs.-To supply the increased de-
mand for copies of this weeks issue, after the,
outside pages had been printed, we had to
publish number OF half-sheets containing
the matter ON the End and Bird pages. This il
ior the Information of those who shall receive
the half instead of the whole sheets.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

BAPTIST CHURCH.-Next Sunday night the
Pastor will deliver sermon on Death In the
Pot, or the social evils of our time. In the
morning sermon 10 the Blind. Visitors to
the city cordially invited to attend.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

EHSTRAQ HORSE TAKES UP-The
ID subscriber found a Dark Brown Horse in
the Pines, near Rankfn's Wooden Factory on
Saturday, the 18th inst, which the owner can
get by calling upon the subscriber at a dam Nc
Chesney's. and paying the cost OF this adyer-
tisement
jy22 St ZACHARIAH COFFEE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

The Highland Recorder says that Sheriff Ar
bogast has gone to Rockbridge county to sum-
mons a venlre In the Chestnut case which will
be retired at the approaching term Of county
courf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

MARRIAGE OF G. P. HUNT1NeToN.-Nr
Coils P. Huntington, president of the
Southern Pacific and Chesapeake and Ohio
Railroads, was married in New York Sat
urday morning week, to Mrs A. D.
Wosham, residing at No. West Fifty
fourth street, Rev. Henry Ward Beecher
officiating. The marriage took Mr..
Mr.. Huntington's friends by surprise. The
died last year. He is millionaire.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

Cleveland comes from the home of an IL
lustrious predecessor, Willard Fillmore, one
of our purest and best Presidents lea.
Gazette.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

W0SD! gyOOD!! WOGD!Ii-Large sup
ply OF dry seasoned oak. and pine wood at w.
G.. Kinneys Coal and Wood Yard near B. & o.
Depot for 1915 per cord, cut and split, deliver
ed In any part of the City. Telephone No. 60.
july22-4t V. and Wv. COPY
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

Judge Robert w. johnson, of Harrison
burg, was thrown from wagon there Sat-
urday and sustained probably fatal injuries.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

decd, holds tract of land i'll the State of Mis-
slssippi which he desires to dispose of.
This tract consists Of
1910 ACR ES.
situated in the Cotton Belt of the state, in ia e
great Valley of the YazOo, and ~ to miles
from Steamb oat Landing on the river.
Of the tract about 400 acres are cleared and
in cultivation; about 400 acres more were
deadened some years ago, and are equal in fer
Utility to any Cotton land in the state. The
residue of the tract is heavily timbered.
The improvements consist of a comfortable
Frame Dwelling of rooms, Kitchen with two
rooms and large store room, smoke-hous, large
gin and cotton press house, with stable under
meath. corn-cribs, and tenant houses for 30 to 40
hands.
The present rental value of the property is
Sl2o000 to Sl400 90, which Can be easily doubled
by clearing and reducing to Cultivation the
deadened timbered land. But to one resident
on the tract and cultivating it with the indus
try and enterprise that characterize the Vir-
gina farmer, the profits would greatly exceed
the sums named.
The business engagement and occupation
of the undersigned, render it inconvenient and
expensive to him to give to this tract, located
at so great distance, the attention which 1t
requires; and therefore he desires to dispose OF
it, either by sale, or exchange for land located
more conveniently to him.
A GREAT BARGAIN can be obtained, and
most liberal terms by applying to-
w NJ. j. n ELSoN.
jy22-tf STAUNToN, VA.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

Just think of it, 1857, 900, 600 spent upon
navy since 1869 by the great republican
party, and yet there is no navy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
FOR coNaREss-10TH DISTRICT:
John RANDOLPH TUCKER,
THR SPECTATOR FOB FHE CAMPAIGN
CHEAP CLUB RATES.

As it is desirable that the SPECTATOR
should be in the home of every family dur
ing the ensuing campaign, we have conclu-
ded to furnish it at such low rates as to
make it practicable to accomplish that OBJ
ject, if persons in each neighborhood will
aid us to do it by getting up clubs of sub
scribers. The Cleveland and Hendricks
Clubs which will be organized should sub
scribe for large numbers and have them
directed to such parties as they desire
should receive them. If they will furnish
us with the names and post-office address
we will direct their papers from this office
as soon as printed.
To such as will get up clubs we will al
low commission of 10 per cent, which
they can retain when making remittances
for the clubs. We will send the SPECTA-
TOR to the LIST of December at the follow
ing very low
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

You can buy the cardinal red window shades
at one dollar for windows, at
IL B. NJ. JAMIsoN'S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

JoURNAL1srIc.-We understand that NJ,
Brennaman. who W. both a teacher and assis-
tant steward at the Deaf Dumb &c Blind Insti-
luton mere, mas purchased ofSheppe Bros. the
Monterey, Va. "'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

The enthusiasm manifested tnioughoue
tI,e country over the nomination OF Cieve-
land aud Hendricks is very n.n ao hK ne, sns
enthusiasm over the ticket ~ 1910 inueI
and Hendricks were elected. Oisveia n:,i
and Hendricks will be eiected Anu A. "ni
be tidal-yictory. -RicA. STATE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

But little wood is brought into the city at
this season, but our citizens can be supplied
oy W. G. Kinney at bis coal and woodward.
cuts split, at 1915 per cord, rs he announces
in locals III this issue.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

Linen Shades, green, blue and brown cOlors
80 cts for the windows. For sale as
1t B. NJ. JAaIISoN's.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
University OF VIRGINIA.

The Sixty-frst session of this Institution
will open OCTOBER 1st. 1884.
Thorough instruction in Literary, Scientific,
and Professional Departments. including Loao
Medicine, Engineering. and Agriculture
For Catalogues. giving further information,
apply to-
Chairman of Faculty.
P.O.. UNIVERSITY OF VA. jy22-5t*
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
WASHINGTON { lib UNIVERSITY
Lexington. va.

EtInstruction in the usual academic studies
and in the professional schools of Law and En-
gineering. Location healthfuI; expenses mod
crate. Session opens Sept. is. For catalogue
address CLERK of the Faculty.
jy22-lm g. w. q. Le.E President
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

"OUSE AND LOT AND GARDEN FOR
H RENTING undersigned wishes to rent
a House and Lot and Garden, possession CIV
en- at once. This property is near the eruus
City Water Works. The House contains Esg#
four rooms, and the garden is supplied eksszaas
with vegetables. For further information. ap-
ply to Q. A. RlCHAHDSON.
iY22-2t*
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

A Republican rally was had at Harrison burg
on yesterday, at which speeches were made by
Malone. Blair. Wise and Parsons. A gentle
man who attended brings the Information that
tnere wore great many persons there. but
That the Republican meeting was rather
failure, and that he heard Hon. John +. Lewis
say that it did not meet Mshone's expectations.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

EOil Linen, Gilt Band window shades " it'll fix
lures complete at 60 cts each. For sale at I'M.
Jamison's. 1t
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

DELEGATES FOR BATH CoUNTY.-Bath
County, like Appomattox, has elected a
delegation to the Congressional nominating
convention, solid for Tucker, and other
counties will do likewise. Ass
The delegates from Bath are as follows;
John w. Stephenson, VIM. M. McAllister,
Hon. Jos. H. Sherrard, DR.. B. F. Hopkins,
and F. A. Hyde, Sen'r.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
RATES {:

We hope that the good Democrats of this
and surrounding counties will exert them
selves, in behalf of the cause they have so
much at heart, to have the SPECTATOR sent
to every voter. In this campaign, it is the
duty of every Democrat to labor with his
'swhole mind, soul, and strength
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

Rev. Allan Carr win preach at the Christian
Creek school-house next Sunday afternoon at
$40 o'clock.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

The nomination of Governor Cleveland is
every where Endorsed by Republicans
Charleston Nv. Vo.) Times.
If this be SO, he will be unanimously elect-
ed, for his nomination is everywhere en-
dorsed by Democrats.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
Dunsnore's Business College.
STANTON, VA.

Bookkeeping, Penmanship, Commercial
Arithmetic Accounting and Mercantile Law
practically taught. Regular session begins
September 5th 1884 All students and those
who expect 10 enter as such, are requested to
be present. senu for catalogue OF particulars
and testimonials
]. G. DUNSMORE,
jy22 2m Principa1.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
Skies Bright and Frightening.

Father Richie used to say ''the skies are
bright and frightening and such would
be his expression now were he alive to re-
joice at the present glorious prospect of
triumphant victory of the Democratic party;
for as the Norfolk Landmark says, ''the
skies have never been so bright as they are
now. Not only are our candidates above
even any suspicion of political baseness,
but they are confronted by men who are
known all over the Union as the leaders of
the plundering- of the Republican
party, and were put thereto gorge them
selves and their gang with even more of the
spoils. The people of the United States
have been taxed and taxed long enough to
make millionaires of these sackers of the
treasury, and the national stomach revolts
at placing in the Presidential chair a man
who is notorious all over the Union for his
unblushing corruption, and to whom the
name of the "tattooed man. has been given
by reclamation from the Atlantic to the
Pacific.
The fight of the Democracy will be an
aggressive one-they will show forth the
wickedness of their Opponents, Of whom
there is not one leader of prominence that
is not up to his eyes in jobbery of some
sort. They will prove that the grand
scheme of these fellows who live by their
wits, has been to fill their pockets and
nothing else. When they advocate even
more protection to the manufacturing lords
it is for money and nothing else; when they
endeavor to keep up war taxes in time of
peace, it is for money and nothing else;
when they try to raise from the dead issues
that were once living during our late I'M
happy war, it is for money and nothing
else; when they rig up again their old, tat
tered bloody shirt and flaunt its lies in the
face Of the nation, it is for MONEY! and
nothing else.
The people of America are sick and tired
of all this humbug; they loathe the quacks
who are again trying to deceive them, and
are determined TO stop the foul torrent of
dishonesty that has been for so many years
flooding the nation. They will do the only
thing that can restore public virtue-they
will put pure Democrats at the head of
affairs, when the honesty and patriotism of
the first days of the Republic shall be ex-
hiblted to the wondering gaze of gene
ration that has never seen them before.''
Hon. DANIEL DoUGHERTy, of Philadel
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22

Hon. DANIEL DoueHERTy, of Philadel
phia, who strongly favored the renomina-
ton Of General Hancock for President
visited Governor Cleveland, at Albany,
Tuesday, and had an extended inter-
view with him. Mr.. Dougherty expressed
himselfas delighted with the interview, and
els thoroughly satisfied that the Governor
is very strong man, He says Governor
Cleveland s'is genial in manner and full of
the ideas Of reform and sound democracy"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
..h7s4-METHODISM-ISs4."
''I5, 900. 4,OO0,OO0,''

while the pulpit and temporary stage were beau
tifuliy set off with rare flowers The pillars
supporting the gallery were festoOned with
cedar and flowers, and the whole presented
scene OF enchantment, such was never wit
messed in this city before The ladies, (for ladies
are the only ones who could display such taste,)
deserve much credit. not only for the decora-
lions, but for the pleasant manner in which the
exercises passed off, and just here we take oc-
cason to say that the untiring efforts Of Supt
G. W. Hunter, deserve the praise of all the
school, for man in the congregation could
have filed the place more successfully. The
centenary collection amounted to Sl2lSI
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
Just the Thing.

FILLS THE BILL TO DOT, AND AS THINGS
GET HOT POLITICALLY EVERYBODY WILL
WANT IT.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
CENTENARY COLLECTION

Singfng-What must III be to be there
by Four Boys-Chorus by School.
Recitations-What the minutes say.
Members of Infant Glass.
A Hundred Years to Come. Charlie Powell.
SingingTWo Little Hands, .....................
Helen Snapp and Infant Glass.
Recitstions-Faith, Essie Menifee.
Psalm IS: Ia, ............. Il. j. DettOrS Glass.
What little child can do, LENA Splitter.
Singing-Arise and
RecitatiOnS-A Sermon in Ryhme, ............
Jimmie Evans.
Baby Thoughts. NJ embers of Infant Glass.
Win, School.
We would like to mention all who participat-
ed in these pleasant exercises, but space for
bids, but we cannot refrain from mentioning lit
tie Blanche Hosey. in her recitation of"Tell me
Birdie" for the ease and grace with which she
reci.ed her little piece is seldom found in
child so young. Master C. Hunter, did aG-
mirably in his welcome address, which tho
short was eloquent, and brother Eskridge
said ito the point,"-in fact all did well.
The decorations OF the church, for this occa-
sion were the most beautiful we have ever seen
in this city. The galleries were draped in ever
green and daisy wreaths from the bottom of
which were suspended. in graceful profusion'
cages of canary BIRDS the little feathery songs
tiers interspersing the exercises with their
praises to him "who doeth all things WELL" In
the center of the church three arches spanned
the auditorium, suspended from each one an
inscription; the first one on entering-"Chil-
dren's day." the second-"John Wesley" and
the third
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-07-22
FOR sALE or EXCHANGE,
1910 ACRES.

The undersigned, as Executor of V. II. Rodes,
decd, holds a tract of land iu the State of Mis-
slssippi, which he desires to dispose of.
This tract consists Of
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-11

street for short walk. In a few moments
he rushed in upon his companions, with
his hair standing on end and terror de-
picted upon his countenance. In a
trembling voice he related his ex-
perience. AS he was lacking down
a street, in order to get a proper
slant around the next corner, a ghostIv
form doomed up in front ofhim. This was
nothing less than Toms spirit, clad in
shadOwy raiment. But it was wonder
fully natural. The spirit was fondly
clasping in its embrace a convenient
lamp-pOst, and seemed to be pouring forth
to 1t protestatiOns Of eternal friendship.
1t was so like previous performances OF.
poor Tom that the sailor had no douot that
he saw before him his shipmate's ghost.
The news OF the appearance of Toms
spirit sObered abe whole party. After a
brief season Of trembling they rose With
one accord ard rushed back to the ship
and informed the Captain of the fact that
the ghost Ofhis missing sailor was stalk
ing, or rather staggering, abroat. The
report of the frightened sailors caused
much mirsa among the officers.
A few days afterward, however, the
Captain experienced a shock almost as
severe a. that which his suparstitiOus
soamen had undergone. The 'stevedOres
we're at work removing the cargo from
the forehOld, when he was asked if he
would net like TO take look at some of
the freight, as a little breakage had been
going on. He at once made an eXamina-
ton, and found a vast number of empty
wine and brandy bottles lying around.
Several cases which formerly contained
fancy groceries had been broken into and
emptied. A single glance convinced the
Captain that a healthy ghost had 1een
picknicking on the premises for an eX-
tended period. A few hours later police
official was seen in search of one Liver
pool Tom, who was charged with brOach-
ing cargo to a considerable extent.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-05-11
CATERING FOR WOMEN.
New Wrinkles Adopted by Shrewd
Landlords of Swell HOTELS.

The hotel keeper of to-day is artfll He
caters to woman for his popularity, and
wherein twenty years ago her comfort
was a secondary consideration, today it
is studiOusly consulted and placed fore
most. Why? Because women travel
both alone and with their husbands much
more than they did formerly, and, quick
to perceive any Difference to their own
tastes and convenience, they insist upon
going to the same hotel until they become
familiar habitues. 1t is amusing to note
the different lodges employed by the man
ayers of the great city caravansaries.
At the most exclusive hotels in Boston
it takes the shape of beautiful flowers in
vases and jars scattered about the room,
and in the latest numbers of HdrperS, the
Century and atlantic Monthly ready to
the hand. At a New York hotel, facing
on Madison square, at lunch, when des-
sert is brought on plate of choice con-
fectiOnery is put before you, and while
making use of a finger bowl the deft-
handed waiter whips out sheet of fresh
white paper, twists it with a turn of his
hand into cOrnucOpia, empties the bon
bOns into 1t and presents il with an ORR
entail Obeisance for upstairs consumption.
There is really cleVerness in this. for it
has put a stop without vulgar remOn-
STRANGE to the practice of women carting
of to their rooms plates loaded with fruit,
cakes and candies to nibble at between
meals.
At another hotel on Madison square.
when lady is seated in the dining room
the waiter has ready for her feet a dainty
tapestry hassOck. No one but
short woman, who has spent a portion Of
her life in sitting on the edges of chairs
dangling her feet in the air, can fully APP
preciate this comfort. At this hotel
rose or a few Yiolets are always found
floating in the water of the finger bowl
and lend it pleasant fragrance.
The proprietor of a hotel on Union
square has awaited himself of the sugges-
tiOns of his lady guests i'm improving the
table appurtenances. For example, in
stead of the cruets full of black or white
pepper, generally so adulterated that a
deluge is required to flavor the food, is
substituted a tiny and pretty silver mill
filled with the whole pepper cOrns. Two
or three turns Of the handle. and you re-
alize the delightfulness of pepper in
purity.
In Place of the customary ''salts," as.
they are called, a small bisque Cupid has
a spring i'm his back, which, If you press,
causes fine sprays Of salt to fling from the
point of his cunning arrow. The fruit at
dessert is put on in the French fashion,
dressed with flowers and leaves. a few
suficing, and the effect is most pleasing,
as at this season there is a monumental
stiffness about a stack of oranges, apples,
and bananas.