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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

You can get Good Smoke for 2c., at
decl0 8: WILSON'S GROCERY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

CoRRECTIoN.-In our issue of last week we
copied from The People. of November zsln'
published at Harrisonburg, notice OF the
marriage on the 22nd OF November, of stuart
Trussel to Bette Cromer.
At the request of Stuart Trussel, we no"
state that t. notice is untrue. and that he was
not married as published.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
SIGN BOARDS.

Lur stats law requires road overseers to
pipce sign boards at cross and diverging roads
The reason 3terefor is obvious. Age and SER
glce fades heir once bright lettering, but
mere is here N Staunton an old sign board that
s. renewed every week, and in letters that new
II iade. 1t leads none in the wrong direction
most every thing desired for good living and
dxnues are 20 be obtained.
This thought is suggested by our Parnassus
correspondent in this issue of the SPECTATOR.
lust read what he says, (and this is the charac-
Tea Of Information in all directions from Staun-
ION about the stir our merchants and tradesmen
ha7 q created N the country, because they have
heen sending out their invitations to the peo
g,tA through the SPECTATOR to come and help
thamseIves. instead of disfiguring pretty farm
fsrees aod spelling the face of the grand old
t9.k b'utfs with poor lettering. 1t is shame
tcl to treat til 3 beautiful in nature SO.
Fhere was once in the good old State Of North
C3.cliua a distinguished statesman named
Naraa,jel Macon. In these latter days the
5Psgr. rcP 1as the NATHANIEL MACON
VANS za who eclipses the fame of his illus-
frioo. nemesake when you take him on put
sing ~ show~ and well-displayed advertise
msnts. So sGy all our advertising customers.
aaa ditto sae the country people. The city is
O. Q Christmas boom with its beautiful stores.
and th= SPEcrAToR is rolling in the customers.
CID age and gouth are ell aglow, because N.
y. ~ rubbed up mis- spectacles and.is rear
Ing back as p . drops the types in their places.
l4e enjoys s. hugely-'he does.'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Roasted Coffee, Fresh and nice, at
Ats G. G. WHEATS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Xmas Goods coming in, will be sold at Rock
Bottom Prices. for the cash, at
deelO 81 WILSON'S GROCERY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Plum pudding, Dried corn, French Prunes,
Real T ench Peas, at
Ala &C. WHEAT'ss.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

sugar. SIC. to $40, Prime Coffee. l21zc. cash.
decl0 81 a; WILSON'S GROCERY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Grant accepted a present of two bull
pups, while Cleveland refuses Newfound-
land dog.
Cleveland commences his reform with
CANNES of the better breed. He will at
tend to the s'yaller dogs" of the genus no.
mo in due time, and "don't you forget it. :"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Pure Plain Candy by the pound. &c.. az
6ecl0-3t WILSON'S GROCERY
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

A few more pairs OF Boots and Shoes, below
cost, at WILSON'S GROCERY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

You can buy large cans OF Tomatoes for Csc.
decl03L at WILSON'S GROCERY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

The prospectus of Home and FARM by J..
K. Smith. of Harrisonburg, is unayoidably
postponed till next week.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
CHRISTMAS ADVERTISING.

IN the las; issue OF the SPECTATOR. when
lslging about Christmas advertising, it was
remarked 10 at 1t was good thing to be always
iu tine SO thought the man when he hur-
ried back to the hotel for his forgotten UNI
3rella and mus missed the train. That also
was zhe subject the smart boy had under con-
alteration when slowly cracking his chest
ate as be Ieaned in the sunshine against the
Hat talking to the grocery man around the
corner
In the olden time there lived in lower VIZ
Eipis dis guished jurist, loved by all ano
Teyerenced or his learning and just decisions
He adhered to his habit through long life OF
taking bis oddly at high twelve. A pause In
court proSee dings at that hour was Significant,
and many % ere were who claimed the pleas
ure ola social glass with his honor. But grace
fully bowing to many friends when he could
accept but one, in the custom of the day. they
Wers assured he would "hold them In reserve"
60 A is. we ave our allotted space, for this
week full, AID as many more are waiting to
iia~e share In our Chris mas notices, they
sss assured that we will "hold them in re-
serve" and will then give hearing in:the next
issue, when hey will still be in time.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Prime Sugar Syrup can be had at40c., worth
SIC. gallon, at WILSON'S GROCERY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

TtxE aueE NGs COURT adjourned yesterday.
Ihe bar-ro. d license OF crawford q Lally, at
re Vrg uis Hotel, was revoked In consequence
on violation Of the law in selling liquors on
sl4eti0n day, In last May.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Sadness boxes Tor 25c., at
deci0 st WILSON'S GROCERY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Mass as celebrated In st. Francis Catholic
church oa onday morning last. The occa
sIob and day Qhe 9Th of December) being com
memorial of the Immaculate Conception
Of the Virg' Mary. large congregation war
present, rather McVery officiating
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Go to WILSON'S GROCERY and buy your
Tobacco. Closing out for cash. deci0 st
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
CHRISTMAS.
THE MERRY SOCIAL TIMES DRAW NEAR.
HOLIDAY GOODS AND GIFTS.
WHERE TO BE FOUNDAND WHAT TO
BUY-A RICH DISPLAY FOR ALL.


There are some things with which we all meet
in the round of life and rubbing through the
world which will do to talk about, and then
again the reverse is true. The through train is
the best where all aboard are OF one mind and
on a delightful social trip. Plenty Of lively
children and happy old folks. Young ladies
gay beaux, and dude or two. and q few bach
elors by way of variety. for some Of them are
jolly and good-humored and will be in the
Christmas gatherings. The train is great big.
long one, with numberless cars all full and old
SANTA CLAUS Conductor. It was observed by
the last SPECTATOR that any number of cars
passed along full up with Christmas and So
cial comforts. and before we can get ready for
another issue here they come again with more
of the some kind, and all aboard merry and
joyful in view of the approaching season.
INSURANCE.
1t is all right for insurance men to be about
as the year closes over the past and the new
times are setting in. Ifyour house and furni-
ture, wardrObes, carriages and what not, are
not insured, or your policies are expiring. the
time is now appropriate and indeed suggestive
that you should attend to the matter and be on
the side of safety. Then there is your liie-pol1-
cy. How often, and how wonderful has been
the relief coming with the inevitable debt
which all living must pay. You can make
yourself or any member of your family pres
ent long to be remembered with q policy OF
Insurance. And then where are the men who
can do all this. Why, Of course, they are
HoGE & SUBLETT
and the sign of the alias Office, Main.St New
Masonic building, upstairs, is the place to Sc
cure all you want in insurance on lie or pro-
perty. just read their advertisement and see
how many and what number of great compa-
MES they represent. located both in this and IN
foreign lands. They have stylish attractive
Office and attend to business as it should be
done. Try them.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

* Haabary. was con- United 10 jail Sun
ssealinga horse from Mr.. j. Hodnan,
-.oaet wss sent frou 6reenvllle and
Ma h. iali By Justice }. r. Smith.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

From s04, G. HI. Mackey. s2d Iowa IT.
fautrv' have derived more benefit from Ely.
Cream Hail4 than anything else have ever
tried rare now been using it for thret
mouths end I'M experiencing no trouble from
Catsrrr 'ehai ever. l have been a sufferer foi
twenty years.-C. II. MACKEY, Sigourney
Iowa rsrr 100
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

EBLCCt 4 rLY PoSTPONED-Owing to an un
Gsnal demand upon our columns this week, W.
are feiucian y compelled to postpone the pub
Iieottou 81 h > interesting letter from our Mis-
sonrI corr pondent. We wished to publish 1t
In thge. tsae but could not
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

TIE Gu UT CoURT.-Judge Mclaughlin
closed the ssIon of the circuit court Monday
There wss q arge amount of business on the
doekets ~hioh have been pretty well closed Off
The Jud. eturned to Lexington Monday
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

There were no services on SUNDAY iahe ~ ~
First presbytefian ch nreh, ne PASTOR NY -
P. sirsdef, being afiicted witn sore nfoa~
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Mercy l0 be Made.-It is said that dull
sizczs are moi known by the agentsfor the great
n-altsaing aouse Of George Stinson & Co.. of
Portland, Maine. The reason OF this exception
y 81. 9oss .ound in the fact that they always
g 70 lue p3J. &c that which is keenly appreciat-
z3 sa1 at prices that all can afford At present
re Us1 Ars;Rud. their agents are doing wonder
iaIT wei ca several new lines. They need
many more agents in all parts of the country
Thpae whc iced profitable work should apply
et cnes " omen do as well as men. Expert.
eace 10 not necessary, for Messrs. Stinson & Co
undertake 10 show all who are willing to work
not hard but earnestly, the path to large sue
cess 1t should be remembered that an agent
san 10 handsome business without being
away from home over night. Another advan-
tage-it costs nothing to give the bust ness a
tr.si, end an agent can devote all his time, OF
only his spare moments to it. Stinson & Co
guarantee grand success to all who engage and
follow simple and plain directions that they
give. We have notspace to explain all here, but
fail particulars will be sent free to those who ad.
dress The firm their full address is given ABOVE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

VINO now CnknOWn VIII take $50, 900
The little tussel Of thousands of all sorts and
conditions Of people with Fortune. will take
place at New Orleans, La, on Tuesday. Dec.
18th, 1884, when Gems. G. T. Beauregard, of
Louisiana, and Jubal A. Early. Of Virginia
will gently but firmly scatter s522.5U0 among
the fortunate ticket-holders of The Louisiana
State Lottery, at the Grand Semi-Annual (l75,h
Monthly Drawing, of which IN. A. Dauphin,
New Orleans. La.," is prepared to give any in
formation desired.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

SUICIDE OF MRS. EMMA CoFFMAN.-Some
fur years ago, Mr.. James Coffman, with his
wife, who was daughter of Andrew Borden,
deed removed from the neighborhood of New
Hope in this county to Huntington, W. Va.
About month ago. Mr.. Coffman died, and
his remains were brought to this county for
burial. On Tuesday night the 25th of Novem-
Der, she got out of bed and cut her throat with
pair Of scissors, and then drowned herself in
the river, a short distance from the house,
where her body was found after a search the
next day. The wound in the throat would
have proved fatal. but to make assurance
doubly sure' she plunged into the river and
was drowned. She leaves two children, one
three years, and the other eight months old.
Grief at the loss of her husband, and distress
at her INDECENT and helpless condition, were
more than she could bear, and she sought re-
lief in death. 1t is g. sad. SD case.
: WANTED.-A thorough. practical and expe-
rieneed business man (single) desires clerk
ship in some paying mercantile establishment,
with the privilege of purchasing an interest,
after getting an insight into the workings of
the business. Address x, care of STAUNToN
SPECTATOR.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

I- freight rates of our great trunk lines have
besa gjvanced, but this will have no effect on
ths price OF Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup, which is
soid 1t sas old price of 25 cents a bottle.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Rear n mind thatTnornpurg'ststbe rlaee TO
get nice buggies AID horses, hscis, SC. ;e22-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
$780, q: i i;:

age of goods Of large value, that will start you
in work that will at once bring you in money
fss err than anything else In America. All
about the 5000 00U in presents with each
sex o. AL ages. for u tna btp6 spare time
only &c work for as at theft aoraes. Fortunes
for 81 workers ahsoirtely assurtd Uor 'tdslay,
deIo.IyS H. EAlLGrF j. Co., Portland Asine,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

LITTEILs LIVING AGE FOR 1885, The Living
Age will soon enter upon its forty first year of
suecessful publication. AS it is the only svtis-
tsctorily complete and fresh compilation of an
ipGispensable current literature, a literature
which grows richer and mora abundant every
yeGr IN the work of the ablest writers of the
time, ii is Invaluable to the American reader.
Supplying thu place of many reviews, maya
sines and papers, it enables him at small ex-
pense, consid ering the quantity and quality of
tne reading furnished. to keep pace with the
best thought and well abreast OF the best litera-
Eure Of she cgy. The prospectus of this maya
Ains for So, Is worthy the attention of all who
ara selecting thsir reading matter for the new
yesl. Rgduoed clubbing rates with other perl.
pdicsis are & ven, and to new subscribers re-
hitting COW 'or the year 1885 the intervening
weekly Numbers are sent gratis. Litten g. Co..
Boston are tne publishers.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

TBE AALTIAoRE SUN.-We publish In this
Issue the pro pectus of the Baltimore Sun. We
have sc rsqu entity commended this journal as
ous u zoe beat newspapers in this country that
we fee = 90 unnecessary to repeat our hearty
com ner dstt0n of it. 1t is conservative and
reliable an7 publishes more news in the same
space thsr any journal we receive.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

1t is not at every place you can find exactly
what you want especially if your need happens
to fall under a line in trade in which few are
engaged. A boy remarked the other day, tnat
where he came from tho neighborhood shoe
maker sawed off blocks Of maple wood and
with his knife made all the shoe-pegs he want
ed, and he wondered whati in the world store
keeper on Augusta street, nearly opposite the
Courthouse, intended to do with hosshead
full of them. And then the Surroundings all
ready for work, you had the bench and the
man. That's what surprised him.
J. A. HAMRICK & Co.,
run that kind ola store and more to boot, for
they have harness-leather and a full FAMILY
GROCERY STORE with everything good for
Christmas, Including large dressed turk eys'
chickens and game meat. The Co.. j. A. Eau
YER flies around generally, and, with his assis-
tants, are SO busy they scarcely have time to
talk to any except in weighing out and selling
the piles OF good things in their long, era mined
store.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
BOARDING HOUSES.

Some there are In the journey Of life who ind
it proper and convenient to place themselves
under the care OF others, rather than to be their
own quartermaster and commissary. Then OF
course, good boarding house. with comfort
able quarters. is the place for them, and to such
Mrs. A. P. Gillespie, through the SPECTATOR.
invites call at tho Stribling House. now,
Christmas, and all the time.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

II you want quick returns and full prices on
Hides, Furs. Wool, Roots. Butter, etc., etc.
send for our Price current.
Consignments Solicited.
r. L. WILLIAMS Il Co.,
GENERAL COMMISSION MERCHANTS,
Office, l69 WILLIAM ST.,
octI5 SLY New York.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

yoApLrNENTARY.-Ag gentleman who, for a
uum0e, 81 ears, sang in one of the leading
Epiaeope lrches of Baltimore, and after, as
8 resident Philadelphia, had opportunities OF
hearing istA principal choirs OF that city,
atteaaed oar Episcopal church here on
Thaphss qing day, and was particularly pleas
ed with ne music, stating TO us that it was
espeeaiy tne, and rendered equal to that OF
taIa chUr Pa q the Ascension in Baltimore, or
ST. Stephen n Philadelphia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Here comes more CANDY. Toys, fancy goods,
&C., at the GRAND DOUBLE STORE. 1t was in
The last issue of the SPECTATOR, the announce
ment was made that ton of candy was at a
certain place and then at another and another
and now with more OF the same sort, and snap
ping grizzly bears and the strangest curiosities
in toys and amusing in the mixed stocks Of
Christmas goods
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
JAS. e. TAYLOR & Son.,

present In their nHvertfsenrent the wonderful
makeup ofibe son, which VIII attract sy-
.ry5ody. Doll houses, OAK wagons, moving
MINISTRIES and snc1 stock Of nuts, fruits and
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

has very pretty compact store on Main street,
No. q, where all wants can be supplied in his
line. Then the trunks, valises. satchels. lunch
pouches gloves. of all kinds and the hats and
c4ps-what variety for young and old and
middle aged. Go, everybody. but don't all go
a. once; those most in need served first, If they
can't wait their course.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

TIE citizens of New Hope and surrounding
country are glad to greet again favorite physi
clan who announces by card in the SPECTA-
TOR his return from protracted absence on &C.
count OF sick ness and prepared to renew his
practice. Doubtless
DIR. ]. E. ARBUCKLE,
in ministering to the sick, has experienced
something OF the life OF the country physician
as described by the gifted and lamented Bag
by. "Snow storms. biting wind and freezing
rain" have to be breasted, in pursuing their mis-
sion of duty, but he can inherit the blessing
pronounced by the same author when speaking
of that class OF noble men, the country doctors:
.sYe are the salt of The earth. and your reward
is assured in the bright hereafter"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

It is refreshing often to the wearied man to
have something good to fall back upon. That
is the conclusion one will certainly come to in
looking at all the good Christmas things which
can be obtained at No. II East Main Street,
whara
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
Doors, SHOES, HATS, GLOVES.

Boots, SHOES, HATS, GLOVES,
and the many styles ofgoods in these lines are
what people have TO think about every day as
well as Christmas times. There is no getting
around the corner here. No matter how the
stock of ones personal goods for head. hand and
foot are. every man, woman, and child wants
something n ew. and they want 1t now. young
mad
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

holds forth to his crowds OF customers in dis
pensing his elegant and we'll selected groceries
in sugars, coffees. candies, nuts, &c.
In raisins. currants, mince meats. fresh roast
ed coffee. teas. and the like, it just makes one
happy to look at his display. Then there are
the canned goods, plum puddings, and fancy
goods, in which he challenges comparison in
prices and variety. He wants every body TO
call and try him for low prices and choice ar
ticles He is in for the Christmas trade and
the future too. Try him and be happy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Lnere must De M uch 10 attract Wltnln from Inc
number Of ladies who throng there all the day
long; that is the place where
W. H. WELLER,
and his accom- plished salesmen make such rare
exhibitions Of ladies' dress goods. The writer
thought of referring to his large ad yer tisements
in the SPECTATOR with the view of making a
running classification of the rich display the
shelves, cases, and counters have, but it is only
necessary to read what he says himself. and.
after all, the best way is for man to speak for
himself and he has done it. Then he comes
again in another advertisement which says
Go TO WELLER's;
and see how uniquely this special announce
ment to the ladies is made. In the city and in
all the surrounding country WELLER's house
Is popular one, and when once visited 1t is
hardly necessary to say ''call again." but that
is a pleasant parting and none forget it.
A great many people call at leading drug
and fancy goods store, on Main, between New
and Augusta streets. 1t is spacious within, has
large windows crowded with snowy articles
and has prominent sign which says
BERKELEY & WALTERS,
who. with a corps of fine young gentlemanly
| saIemen at the counters hold the situation.
You can get there any number of articles
Palnts ana glass and patent medlclnes az wei
az the prescription of your own doctor. Tobac-
CO, cigars, and the useful for lifes rough way
well as the ornamental finish for toilets. But
this particular juncture OF tie affairs of "all
| the world and the rest of mankind" the ques-
ton ito be or not to be' turns on the beautiful
CHRIsrM as ARTICLES. and especially the fancy
| cards at half price, of which there are twenty
| Bushels, more or less. Go In and go often and
get almost anything exquisite taste may de-
sire.
The Daily bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Hawaii]) 1882-1895, 1884-08-08
ExTRAVACANCE.

The way in which the Legislature
is appropriating money is simply
shameful Yesterday afternoon the
pay of the Honolulu Police was
raised throughout, from the captains
down. Kaulukou is the champion
of extravaganza, and shouted himself
red in the face in his endeavors to
raise salaries. The Minister Of
Finance voted for every suggestion
of an increase. The Attorney-Gen-
eral voted against the increase. The
Minister of the Interior sat in his
chair and voted neither way, and the
Minister of Foreign Affairs was
absent. The Appropriation Bill is
being piled up utterly regardless of
the amount. 1t is already far in
excess of the extimated receipts, and
still the increase goes on.
The Daily bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Hawaii]) 1882-1895, 1884-08-08
THIS EVENINGS DOINCS.
T0-MORROW'S DOINCS.
AN EXPLANATION WANTED.

The notice Of the Minister of FL
nance pursuant with the gold law
reads: for sixty days from this
date, SiIccr coins Of all denomina-
tionS, excepting silver coins of the
Hawaiian Kingdom and of the United
States. will be received at the
Treasury at their nominal value in
exchange for Hawaiian coins at their
nominal value Yesterday morn
ing the Registrar of Accounts re-
fused to redeem Mexican quarters
which were presented for that pur-
pose. 1t is now time for the Minister
of Finance to rise and explain.