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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

II COMMISSIONERS SALE OF
~ VALUABLE REAL ESTATE,
In the City of Stanton and augusta Co.
By virtue of two DEGREES of the Hastings Court
for the city of Staunton, rendered ON the 18th
day of March, 1879, and 8th day of January, $780,
\ in cause therein pending under the name OF
d. II. Evans for &C., VS.. Pritchard ct ais, i will
sell at public auction in front of the Courthouse
of Augusta county, in the city of Stanton, on
Saturday, March 21st, 1884,
the following described houses and lots in the
city ofStaunton, Va, and the county of Augusta,
LIST, TWO STORY FRAMEHOUSE,
situated on Fayette Street and the Chesapeake
q Ohio Railway, owned and now occupied by
VIM. A. Reed as residence. 1t is a comfortable
house, has a garden attached with good stable
thereon. a.
I'd, THE DERRICK HOUSE,
situated on the western extension of Frederick
with a brick foundation, and good lot attached.
3d., TWO SMALL HOUSES AND LOTS,
in the village of Churchville.
4th, TWO LOTS WITH SMALL HOUSES
thereon, about one mile from Staunton, and
known as part of the old George Platt prop
erty.
further description of said properties (all OF
which belong to VIM. A. Reed,) will be given
on day of SALE
TERMS costs of suit and sale in hand, the
residue on a credit of one, two and three years,
for which the purchaser or purchasers will be
required to execute bonds in equal annual in
stalments with approved personal security,
bearing interest from day of sale, and the title
to be retained as ultimate security,
28tds ROBT CRAIG. Comm'r.
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The Highest Education.

There is great deal that is wrong in
our modern method of education. 1t
teaches man to be gentleman, but yet
does notsgive him the power.of making a
living. 1t stuffs him with facts and mean
ingless words, phrases and theories. but
does not enable him to think for himself
and become man in the highest and best
sense. His education is too general and
not practical enough. All classes should
be taught that PERUNA the great remedy
compounded by DR.. Hartman-is the..very
thing he needs for the restoration Of his
health and toning up of the body. Being
composed of pure vegetable substances
and containing no poisonous minerals, they
and all should learn at once that it is to
their interest to inquire into the merits of
these medicines, for therein lies the
highest education.I TASK your druggist for
Perugd.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20
DRlvATE SALE
VALUABLE AUGUSTA FARM.


will sell my farm lying in Augusta county,
Va, on the public road leading from Stanton
to New Hope, eight miles northeast of Staun-
ton and two miles north of New Hope, contain
ing 80
About l75 acres of this land lies east of the
road, and III west. The portion east of the road
is blue slate land, the rest is sand slate and
about one hundred acres in timber-pine, oak
and hickory. This farm has running water in
every field. Meadow Run passes through part
of the farm and about one half of the north line
runs with it,
This place is known as the Geo. w. Mowry
farm. and has on it q brick house, with eight
rooms, large Switzer barn and all outbuildings
necessary to well regulated farm, two tenant
houses, a young orchard of 80 young trees (soon
to be in bearing) and a small old orchard of
good fruit, peaches, cherries and small fruits OF
all kinds; a well of never failing water in the
yard
For wheat and grass this farm cannot be ex-
celled, and corn and all kinds OF grain grow
well. This year / threshed nearly 1900 bushels
of wheat, and grass was fine, but the drOuth cut
the corn short. Churches, mills, blacksmith
shop, stores, etc., are convenient.
1t is rarely that such property-i is offered for
sale. Any one wishing to purchase can see the
farm and learn terms by calling on me on the
place, or in my absence, Mr.. VIM. A. Hudson, of
staunton, will take pleasure in showing the
property with the assistance of my son, b. A.
Driver. Communications to my address at
New Hope, Augusta county, Va, will receive
prompt attention. Price moderate and terms
accommodating. SAMUEL DRIVER,
,dec6-3m -
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

In 1910 the imports of wool by Great
Britain from Australia amounted to 1877
pounds in 1920. 99,415 pounds !; in 1880,
1867, 1903 pounds; in 1910, 9, 721, 143 pounds;
in 1850, 39,019, 221 pounds in 1860, 81, 1885,
6l6 pounds; in 1870, .l75, Os1 ,427 pounds in
1880, 300, $40, 12s.pounds, and in..1ss2, 345,-
SOL, 445 pounds In 1882 the. total imports
into Great Britain from all parts..of the
world..amounted to.4ss. 1885,, O57 pounds.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

To grow large strawberries, select the
Sharpless, Longfellow, Jacunda, or Lin
coin, especially.the first named, and plant
them inrich soil. Keepthem scrupulously
free from weeds, and water them at night
when.needed. Cut off every runner as
soon as itEappears. Do not let the plants
bear the first seasonsunless. they..are set out
early in the fall, which is the best time, as
a..season..is saved. Renew the plants every
fourth year from your own runners.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20
III
SALES.
fnLD VIRGINIA. FOR SALE.

'sfOLD VIRGINIA. FOR SALE.
l loving to the poH ileaftH Of my wife and my
isblf, feel forced to give up farming. l Will
therefore offer for sale that most desirable ana
productive farm known as "Old Virginia" ly-
Ing on Lewis Creek, four miles Northeast from
city OF Stappton, and containing
ri $50 ACRES
IThe land is free from all surface OF loose rock
1lhderlain with blue slate, producing good crops
of all the grains and grasses in fact it is one of
thebest cropping and grazing farms now offer
ed for sale in the Valley of Virginia. The farm
is nearly square and
LIES BEAUTIFULLY TO THE SUN.
Lewis Creek runs over one mile through
MEADOW LAND. AS A DAIRY FARM, or for
raising fine Blooded Stock, it cannot be excell-
ed in the county.
a BRICK MANSION HOUSEWIFE II rooms, i'm
GLIDING the basement.
A LARGE BANK BARN,
with stables in basement. Also 2 tenant
houses An Artesian Well is at the kitchen door,
with Wind Pump, affording ten to twenty gal
Ions of the purest and best water per minute.
THE ORCHARD CONTAINS IL ACRES
choice Fruit also plenty of Grapes and Pears sc.
The land lies we'll to divide into two or more
farms, with plenty of meadow and timber on
each farm. Church and good schools in sight of
house. Also daily mail and Postoffice.
AS an evidence of the productive quality of
the land, and as good paying investment,
will guarantee the purchaser six per cent. per
annum on cost of farm for five years.
With good hand payment, the purchaser can
have long time on balance, or will take good
interest bearing paper for part or all the pur-
For particulars address me at Staunton or
Annex p. O.
feb2l ROBT. s. HARNSBERGER. Z
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

BREAD PUDDING BAKED. Cut any
stale pieces of bread into small pieces, put
into basin, pour over it boiling milk suf-
ficient to soften the bread, cover closely,
and let stand for half an hour beat up well
with fork, taking out all the hard Jumps,
add one ounce butter, ] pound currents, t
pound moist sugar, and little nutmeg !;
put into pie dish and bake for an hour.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

The six best and most desirable varie-
tics of grapes for home use and general
culture are Concord, Warden, Brighton.
Jefferson, Pocklington and Duchess W
blacks. two reds, and two whites. They
are noted for their quality, hardness, and
general.h
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20
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patch from Balt5ihdfs,,i flsited March 5,
sayst sensat Mas created he ere
nine months ago ljy the marriage VI WHfe1
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fafhsr ef sapme aGad atsfRor3
confirmatioirsiie said that SHE lift eindp' t6'1
becoinea JewislhoS has itist aifade tt.S
her daelafatio n.GasSle, was sonny 'if0i,Whdn1
married. No minister in the city Would
nlaf giN Vas so osss ,i ia
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in langtry angB s f NJ M lAk
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day night with.impressive cefeaf16flS yi tSHTs -'
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Jewish .religion,l and was maifIed 1 OYER +
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men IN Virginia IN accord with I'M, Mahao ol 0,;
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was elecsed 70 Ine SeHaSe III zlESPi apd
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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

Rub frosted feet with kerosene every
night. Use plenty Of it and sit in front
of moderate fire while applying it. Three
or four applications should complete the
cure.
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FARM FOR SALE.

is woodland. 1t is situated in the Shenandoah
Valley in. the county of Augusta, ten miles
north of the city of StauntOn, and in one of the
most fertile and desirable sections of the cOun-
ty. 1t is within one-half mile of the McAdam-
lied road leading from Staunton to Winchester
and II of mile from depot on the v. r. R.
1t iswithin u mile of "a village and therefore .
CONVENIENT TO SHOPS, SCHOOLS, PHYsI-
CLANS AND TO CHURCHES
of various denominations 1t has on it good
Buildings, A. GOOD ORCHARD, and a running
stream of water. The soil is slate-clay, and
particularly adapted to the growth of wheat
and grass. The farm is well fenced and in a
good state of cultivation. -
As-TERMS REASONABLE For particulars
apply to s;a
JUDGE w. A. HUDSON,
Staunton, Va,
or C. A. ROLLER,
.feb2S-tf Mt. Sidney, Va.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

Three applications of yaseline will cure
the worst case of chilblains. For ordinary
cases one or two applications will be suf
ficient.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

For a sprain battle with arnica diluted
with water ,Eand bandage with soft flannel
moistened with the same. A sprained
wrist thus treated will grow well and
strong. in few days.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

1t is beyond question that Ayers Cherry
Pectoral has done and is doing vast good,
and is worthy of the place of honor it
holds at the head of all remedies for dis
eases of the throat andslungs.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

Fleas are difficult to manage where dogs
are kept, unless they are kept free from
the pests by carbolic washes. q
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

If your.hair is coming out, OF turning
gray, do not murmur over a misfortune
you can so easily avert. Ayers Hair Vigor
will remove the cause of your grief by re-
storing your hair to its natural color. and
Herewith your good looks and good ma
stnra.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

ExECUTORS SALE!
As Executor of Levi Shafer, deceased, l will,
ON
TUESDAY, MARCH 25TH, 1884,
sell at Public Auction, on the farm of saidRSha-
fer, situated about four miles from Stanton,
on the road leading to Schuttelle's Mill, the
following personal properly:
TWO HOBSES, TWO COWSI ONE tHEIFER,
FOUR HOGS, A SOW AND PIGS.
One-ffth Interest," in thorougbredFJersey
Bull.
Also one Mower, s.ope Horserake, .ones2-horse
Spring Wagon, One Wheat Fan. One Cart
Flows. Harrow, and other3Farming. Imple-
ments.
Also o lot Of House building Lumber.
TERMS. -OnIall sums of ten dollars and I'M
der-thefcash win be required. Upon Sums
over that amounts credit of four mOnthsswill
be given upon negotiable enthusiastically
endorsed.
MRrl3-tds VIM. J.eNELSoN, EXT.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

For quick relief in Group rub the chest
and back of the neck down between the
shoulders well with soft grease, chicken
grease, or lard. Heat it thoroughly by the
fire and cover well.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

Being purely vegetable no harm can arise from
their use and being sugar coated they are pleas
ant to take. In intrinsic value and curative
powers no other Pills can be compared with;
them; and every person knowing their virtues
system in perfect order, and maintain in healthy
action the whole machinery oflife. Mild, search
ing and effectual they are especially adapted to
ments of which they prevent and cure, If timely
taken. They are the best and safest physic to
employ for children and weakened constitu-
tions, where mild but effectual cathartic is
required.
For sale by all:druggists. feb22 a.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

Don 'tneglect your cough! Ayers Cherry
Pectoral win quickly cure it and prevent
consumption.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

On the Island of Jersey there is one head
of cattle for every two acres of land.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

DISSOLUTION OF PARTNERSHIP. The
~ Partnership between WELLER & HAIR
MAN, in the Agricultural Machinery bus
mess. is dissolved by. mutual consent
from the LIST day of March, 1884, The undersign-
ed wtthdraws from the Partnership, and will
settle all debts due from and collect all debts
due to the firm. w. F. WELLER will continue
the business in his own name.
THOS. ]. HARTMAN.
N. B.-We will sell on the oath OF MARCH,
County Court day., the following articles:
One Peerless Portable Engine, horse power,
with necessary betting and shafting.
One Moore County Grit Corn Mill, So inch
Burr.
One pair Howe Scales, and one Horse
TERMS made known on day of sale.
feb8 WELLER & HARTMAN.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

RICE MoULD.-Bon teacupful of rice
inEa,pint and a hall. of milk until perfectly
tender, add two ounces of loaf sugar, one
egg, and little grated lemon rind, beat all
togethef for few minutes turn into a
mould previously wetted with cold water !:
let it stand for four or five hours turn
out into glass dish. 1t may be eaten
with jam OF treacle.
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Saturday, the sth dan OF, March. 1884.
pRopERTY COSTING $1,000 NOW OFFERED

Z EJItOf ESII COSIINU SosOOU NOW UFFERED
l. FOR $5,000
DESIRABLE DWELLING for Sale. The owner
offers for sale that desirable and eigibly. situa.
ted residence situated on Coalter ST., known
as New Kalorama." 1t has eight rooms, with
gas and water up stairs and down. It has a sta
BILE and the usual outhouses, all in good repair.
The building has just been painted and put in
thorough order. am very DESTROYS of dispos-
ing Of the property and will sell for 81, 900 ION
Any one desiring toinvestiin real estate viii
find it to his advantage to apply to me.
n. P. DICKERSON,
STAUNTON, VA.
Information regarding the property may be
had at the VIRGINIAN Office. jan3l-tf.
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Il T. WARE.
NEW AND SECOND HAND STORE,

Corner of AUGUSTA AND FREDERICK ST.,
Is Offering Elegant Bargains.
Has on hand this week handsome new Wal
nut Hair Cloth Parlor Set.
Pretty Marble Top Parlor Table.
Handsome Bed Room Sets-marble top.
Nice lot OF New Lounges and variety of
new and second hand goods, such as can be
found at no other place in the Valley.
Call and see the old curiosities.
NB-The old Washington desk will be on exhi-
bition next week. Parties desiring to examine
it can have an opportunity. feb2l
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A NICE PROPERTY FOR SALE.
DARN FOR sALEl Z.

LNARM FOR SALE! z -
The undersigned is now offering for sale pri-
ly good improvements, near MT. SoLoN, VA.
This farm is well watered and convenient to
churches, mills, schools and postoffice, and is
situated ina pleasant neighborhoOd. Terms
accommodating. Persons wishing to purchase
can call ON or address the undersigned at Mt,
Scion. JAMES Il. CLARKE,
Marl3 Elk. Margaret Lohr.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20
WEDDING PRESENTS
LAWMAKERS HEADQUARTERS.

HAMAKERS HEADQUARTERS.
VIRGINIA-IN vACATION.-In the Clerks
" Office of the Circuit Court of Augusta
County, Feb. 10Th, 1884.
H. F. Sibert, and Evaline II. Sibert, his wife,
Henry Edison, Jr., Guardian of Evaline H. Ed
son, the wife of H. F. Sibert (aee Eidson),
Henry Edison, Jr., Executor of the last
will and testament of Henry Edison, ST.,
deceased, David Fultz, Robinson Hanger,
and James w. Calhoun.
@ In Chancery.
The object Of this suit is to obtain a settle
ment OF the guardianship accounts OF Henry
Edison, Jf., as guardian Of Evaline II. Siberf,
wife of III. F. Sibert, plaintiff, and to obtain q
decree against the defendants for the balance
found due from him to the plaintiff as guardian
aforesaid.
1t appearing from affidavit filed that Robin
son Hanger is non-resident of this State, it is
ordered that he do appear here within one
month after due publication of this notice and
do what is necessary to protect his interest.
Teste:
jim. RYAN, Clerk.
CRAIG & PAUL, p. q. Mart
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

49,
II yIl 4AF 4 q JONES,
Wholesale and Retail Dealers in
FINE GROCERIES,
TTr'rT 600 AND
G op N RN PROD NC E.
- q ~
=. o .
+ oooeI,Tl.i'i ',9'
We keep the largest and the best selected
Stock in the city, and customers will find it to
their interest to calls and examine our stock be-
51pre ,pVpcbasing elsewhere
We keep all the
t'ra' BEST BRANDS OF FLOUR,
and every barrel guaranteed to give satisfaction
I'LL Ia We are also selling
ANDREW VIKINGS
Porcelain Roller, Patent Process
FAMILY FLOUR,
THE BEST ON THE MARKET
We are selling the Celebrated
MARYLAND FERTILIZER,
this season. which has given entire satisfaction
all over the country, wherever used,
and farmers would do well
to see us before
purchasing.
Very Respectfully.
EAKLE & JONES,
Nos. "a & 40 North Augusta st.
Oct4 Staunton. Va.
J. J. STACK. sR. ]. W. spITI.ER. EFT. POWELL
CTACK, sPITLER CO..
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL GRoCERs.
AND DEALERS IN
FLOUR. GRAIN. MILL-FEED AND COUNTRY
PRODUCE GENERALLY.
NO, 8, SOUTH AUGUSTA STREET.
sTAUNToN. VIRGINIA.
Patent Process and High Grade Extra Flour a
speciality
We have opened with stock of entirely new
goods consisting OF everything kept in well as
Our Stock is of the BEST QUALITY and we
shall sell at lowest prices, our motto being:
COED goods and low prices :.
with us and will be pleased to see and wait on
We promise to leave nothing undone on our
parts to give satisfaction to our customers
We respectfully solicit share of public pat
ronage.
aEAll goods delivered free of.charge in the
nov l. STACK. sPITLER-.& co.
GARRETT G. eoocH. cHAs. E. HoeE.
GooCH, HoGE & CO.,
WHOLESALE GROCER,S
AND COMMISSION MERCHANTS,
Dealers in
Flour, Grain, Seeds. Tobacco and Cigars,
STAUNTON. VA.
We sell only to dealers, who we respectfully So
licit to give us trial order. Our prices we prom
ise to make compare favorably with Baltimore
and Richmond. sept 2l-tf
CtHAs. T. PALMER,
DEALER IN
GRAIN, HAY, FLOUR, SEED, WOOL,
FERTILIZERS. COAL OIL, AND
GROCERIES,
Opposite Depot of tie c. & O. R'y, in store house
recently occupied by j. A. Cochran.
srH1eHEsr Cash Prices paid for Grain, Hay,
and Country Produce.
call. C. p. C. feb7-tf
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BY One Accord

Ayers Cathartic Pills are
the best of all purgatives
for family use. They are
the product of long, labo-
rious andsuccessful chem
zeal investigation, and
their extensive use by
physicians in their prac-
tice, and by all civilized
nations, proves them the
best and most effective
purgative Pill that medi-
cal science can daviSo
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kI1stAk{4E q JONES,
Wholesale and Retail Dealers in
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1884-03-20

We have opened with a stock of entirely new
goods consisting of everything kept In well as
sorted grocery.
Our STOCK is of the BEST QUALITY and we
shall sell at lowest prices, our motto being
Good goods and low prices.
MR.. G. P. HANGER, late of Eakle & Jones, is
with us and will be pleased to see and wait on
his friends.
We promise to leave nothing undone on our
parts to give satisfaction to our customers.
We respectfully solicit share of public pat
ronage.
as-All goods delivered free of..charge in the
city and at depots.
nov1- STACK. SPITLER--& co.
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VALUABLE REAL ESTATE.

COMMISSIONERS SALE
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1884-05-21
The Funeral pireetors.

The fourth annual meeting of the Funeral
Directors Association of Indians, will be. held
at Wrights Hall, on East Market street, to-day
and tomorrow, beginning at 10 o'clock this
morning. The association now numbers about
$50 members, and it is expected at least 100
will be present.
The business this morning will consist of the
address of the president Chas r. Whitsett of
this city; the report of the secretary, Samuel R.
Lippincott of Richmond; the report of the
committee on credentials and the appointment
of committees. 7- - hn-
This afternoon an address viii be delivered by
E, W. Murphy, of Quincy, ILL.,; an essay will be
read by A b. Russ, of Chicago, and c. A. Mil
Ter, of Cincinnati. will give, a talk emhodying
his practical experience as an undertaken.
The members of the association. during their
stay, will make their headquarters at the penisen
House,
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1884-05-21
Miscellaneous Notes.


The Boston and Albany received from the
New York Central at Albany r. 23S freight cars
in April, against 10, 966 in April, 1888
Within the last sixty daysthe English railway
companies have discharged $500 employees and
reduced the salaries of their clerks ten per cent,
owing to the depression of trade.
The Baker Car-heater Company, of Pittsburg,
is undergoing reorganization and change of title,
aud will be known in future THE Standard
Careheating and Ventilating Company"
Locomotives on the Old Colony road are to be
numbered in place of naIned. The system is
now so extensive that there are not enough
names of the character Of the Rocket the
Comet" the Hercules, ETC., to go round.
1t is said that the Vanderbilt people will be
among the bidders for the Allegheny Valley
road which. to the holders of the income bonds,
means that higher price will be realized
than If the bidding is confined to the Pennsyl-
vania railroad.
England is not large country, nor are its
railways very extensive, yet they killed ], 230
persons last year. This Is one hundred per
month, or an average of over three per day.
The percentage of loss may not be large for the
number of passengers transported. But large
portion of the deaths were of persons crossing
the tracks and employees, as in this country.
The Boston 6 Providence company are test
ing at their street-erossings q new invention in
the place of planks, which are generally used,
but which rapidly wear out and decay. Cast iron
plates have been put down. They are about two
feet wide and in length fill up the space between
the rails. They are made with blunt projections
of an inch or two, so as to give horses q firm
footing, and the whole plate Is slightly browning