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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26
sUNlPTUARY LAWS CONDEMNED.


The limit between the proper subjects of
governmental control and those which can
be more fittingly left to the moral sense
and self-imposed restraint of the citizen
should be carefully kept in view. Thus
laws unnecessarily interfering with the hab-
its and customs of any Of our people which
are not offensive to the moral sentiments of
the civilized world, and which are consis-
tent with good citizenship and the public
welfare, are unwise and vexatious. The
commerce of a nation to a great extent de-
termines its supremacy.
Cheap and easy transportation should,
therefore, be literally fOstered within the
limits of the constitution. The general
government should SO improve and protect
its natural water ways as will enable the
producers of the country to reach profita-
Bile market.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26

We are sure that in Mr. fuckers nomi-
nation the Democratic party have secured
the services of man who will always be
found voting and working against fraud
and corruption. A man that the lobbyist
of railroad monopolies can never Dug ont.
A man whose public career has been pure
and untainted by a fraudulent action. Is
not this enough TO cause every lover OF good
government to woik for his election?-AL
leqhaRy Sentinel.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26
OFFICE OF CITY TREASURER,
SlauntOn, Va, Aug. 18th. 1851.

OFFICE OF CITY TREASURER,
Siaunton, Va, Aug. 18th, 1851.
CITY TAX NOTICE.
~
By a resolution of the City Council am di-
rected to Call for one-half of the City Tax of
1884, to be paid ON OR BEFORE SATURDAY, SEP
TENDER 9TH. Any one paying one half OF the
amount assessed against them by the above
date, will have an extended time for paying the
residue, and all taxes remaining in my hands
after that date, upon aClich one-hofhas not been.
paid, will be turned over to the Deputy Treasur-
er for immediate collection ofthe whole auith fUe
per cent added. 4s-PLEASE GIVE THIS YOUR
ATTENTION. Respectfully,
JOHN M. CARROLL,
au-6-td VV&Vc City Treasurer,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26

Mr.. Jed Hotchkiss, of Staunton and Edi-
tor of the Firginias, Mining Journal, is
said to be an independent candidate for
Congress, against the regular Democratic
nominee, Hon: J. r. Tucker. OF all the
classes of politicians known in the world,
deliver us from the 'Indepcndent, man
who must be cross of both parties, thrown
in with superabundance of self assurance.
SeHftnel
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26
OUR PHYSICAL RESOURCES AND COM
MERCIAL INTERESTS.
Letter from Senator Koiner.

PROFITABLE MPLOYMENT IN THE DEVEL-
OPMENT OF OUR RESOURCES FOR YOUNG
MEN-A SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

greek FOR SALE.-TWO ~ SHARES
y of the Capital Stock of the Valley Mutual
Life Association of Va. for sale. Apply to-
aug26-lt* G. W. MILLER
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26
sTEEPHILL FOR RENT.

That commodious and elegant family Ill
Mansion, and 80 acres of land, with H#aM
in Il mile of stanton. There is plenty ,rseA,
OF fruit water, &C., on tn property. Apply to
aug26-tf j. Il. PEYTON
SNTRAYED OR STOLEN.-Strayed or sto-
~ len from Hangers Mill, near Churchville
en- August nth, 1884, Black Work Horse,
with no white, IL years old. Scar on right
rump, wart on back part left fore leg, in knee
joint. CO. A liberal reward will be paid for
his recovery. Address me at CT eenville.
W. A. MASINCUP,
AUS It's Greenville. Augusta Co., Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26

The County Court of Norfolk county,
Sentenced ten men TO the penitentiary last
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26

Mai. Jed Hetchkiss, of Staunton, is an
independent tariff candidate for Congress
for the Tenth distr' ct. Better stick to the
rocks and the minerals, Major. Ran will
make IT so hot for you that you will I'M
agine the plutonic action is going on again.
=LHnchbura NeOs.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26
CIVIL SERVICE REFORM.

The people pay the wages of the public
employees and they are entitled to the falr
and honest work which the money thus paid
should demand. 1t is the duty OF those en-
trusted with the management OF their at
fairs to see that such public service is forth
coming The selection and retention of
subordinates in government employment
should depend on their ascertained fitness
and the value of their work, and they
should be neither expected nor allowed to
do questionable party service. The inter-
ests of the people will be better protected,
the estimate of public labor and duty will
be immensely improved, public employ
ment will be open to all who can demon
strate their fitness to enter it. The unseem-
" scramble for place under the government,
with the consequent importantly which en-
btters official life, will cease; and the pub
lie departments will not be filled with those
who conceive it to be their first duty to aid
the party to which they owe their place, in
stead of rendering patient and honest re-
turn to the people.
GOVERNMENTAL REFORM.
| believe that the public temper is such
that the voters of the land are prepared to
support the party which gives the best
promise of administering the government
in the honest, simple and placid manner
which is consistent with its character and
purposes. They have learned that mystery
and concealment in the management of their
affairs cover tricks and betrayal. The
craftsmanship they require consists in hon.
esty and frugality, a prompt response to
the needs of the people as they arise, and
the vigilant protection Of all their varied in
terests. If should be called to the chief
magistracy of the nation by the suffrages of
my fellow citizens, will assume the duties
of that high Office with solemn determin-
alton to dedicate every effort to the coun-
try's good; and with an humble reliance
upon the favor and support OF the Supreme
Being, who, I believe, will always bless hon
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26
THE DYNASTY OF LABOR.

A true American sentiment recognizes
the dynasty of labor, and the fact that hon
or lies in honest toll. Contented labor is an
element of national prosperity; ability to
work constitutes the capital, and the wage
of labor the income of a vast number OF Our
population, and this interest should be jeal-
ously protected. Our wOrkingmen are not
asking unreasonable indulgence, but as in
telligent i'd manly citizens they seek the
same consideration which those demand
who have other interests at stake. They
should receive their full share OF the care
and attention of those who make and exc
cate laws, to the end that the wants and
needs of the employers and the employed
shall alike be subserved, and the prosperity
of the country, the common heritage of
both, be advanced. AS related to this SUBJ
ject, while we should not discourage the
immigration of those who come to acknowl-
edge allegiance to our government and add
to our citizen population, yet as means of
protection to our workingmen, different
rule should prevail concerning those who,
if they cCme or are brought to our land, do
not intend to become American, but will in
jjuriously compete with those justly entitled
to our field of labor.
In letter accepting the nomination to
the office of governor, nearly two years ago,
| made the following statement to which
have steadily adhered: "The laboring
classes constitute the main part of our pop
ulation. They should be protected in their
efforts peaceably to assert their rights when
endangered by aggregated capital, and all
statutes on this subject should recognize
the care of the State for honest toll and be
framed with view of improving the con-
dition of the workingman." A proper re-
gard for the welfare of the wOrkingmen be-
ing inseparably connected with the integrity
of our institutions, none of our citizens are
more interested than they in guarding
against any corrupting influences which
seek to pervert the beneficent purpose Of
our government, and none should be more
watchful of the artful Vaccinations OF those
who allure them to self-inflicted injury. In
free country the curtailment of the abso-
lutte rights of the individual should only be
such as is essential to the peace and good
order of the community.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26

country higher order of men or any better
qualified by intelligence, cultivation, and
integrity for that responsible station, all of
which qualities were conspicuous during
the twelve years of their charge.
The present proprietor, who succeeded
those gentlemen, has only to say that in
sunshine and in storm, he has faithfully
tried to perform his share of duty during
twenty-five eventful years of ceaseless toll.
The SPECTATOR, patronized and cherished,
as it always has been, by large, infuen-
tial, and prosperous section of country, and
our growing city, that sits like queen
in our charming Valley, is encouraged to
renewed efforts in it's toilsome labor in the
broad field of journalism.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26

Miss Longfellow, daughter of the poet
Longfellow, is engaged to be married 10
brother of Mrs Ola RulJ
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-08-26

RECONCILIATION OF Col. CHAs T. OFFER
RALI.-At the democratic convention forthe
seventh district, held ut Luray last Wednes-
day. Hon. Chas. T. O'Ferrall WIS renomi-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01
The Pacific Railroads Debt.

DEMOCRATIC OPPOSITION TO THE FUNDING SCHEME
PROBLEM FOR CONGRESS TO SOLVE.
The recommendation of the Secretary of the In
teror In his report in relation to funding the debt
OF the Pacific railroads has directed the attention
OF congressman to that subject Already there is
wide difference Of opinion expressed as to what
should be done. At the last session Mr.. Garland
nom the Senate Judiciary committee, reported
bill similar In Its provisions to the plan suggested
by Secretary Teller, but owing to the press OF busi
ness and hurried adjournment. 1t was not taken up
Among members OF the House there is manifest
disposition to stand by the Thompson bill, which
passed the House last session, but was not taken
up in the Senate That bill is rigid in its provisions
IL Is, In fact, supplemental to the Thurman act,
and requires the enforcement Of the latter. Some
OF the democratic members say the House cannot
afford 70 approve any compromise with the Pacific
railroads, and they regard Secretary TellerS plan
as compromise. These democrats say their party
In the late campaign pledged itself to compel the
Pacific roads TO SETTLE up, and that democratic Con-
gressnen cannot afford to vote for any compromise
This opinion Is shared by some OF the democratic
Senators, and therefore, IL is not certain that the
plan to refund the railroad bonds can pass the
Senate. But II 1t should, prominent members OF
the House believe that the latter body would reject
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01
The Interior Department Building.
THE PROGRESS MADE IN THE WORK OF RECONSTRUCT

The Interior Department Building.
THE PROGRESS MADE IN THE WORK OF RECONSTRUCT
TION.
The Secretary OF the Interior in his annual re-
port, makes the following recommendations in re-
gard to the reconstruction OF The department build
ing: The work OF reconstructing the south wing of
the building occupied by the Interior department
has steadily progressed and will probably be COM
pleted within the next four months The addi-
tional room which viii then be available can he
occupied In part by the clerical force OF the depart
ment, and In measure relieve some of the Offices
which are now seriously overcrOwded. 1t was esti-
mated that the sum OF s151 GOO would be required
10 complete the reconstruction OF this wing and
that the sum or $4,000 would be necessary for sup
plying new heating apparatus. The first amount
was appropriated In full, but in place of the second
amount only $1,000 was provided. In the course Of
the WORK the heating apparatus was found to be so
corfOded as 10 be beyond the possibility or q mere
repair this together with the increase in the cost
OF labor during the past season, has made it mpos
sloie 10 Keep within the appropriations and I'm order
TO complete the work thoroughly, q deficiency of
S1S.S49 remains to be provided for, the urgency Of
which should receive the early attention of Con-
gress. This being provided for, the south wing will
not only be soon completed, but the galleries Will
be nearly all furnished with wrOught-iron model
cases, and with an appropriation of $1,000 the add-
tiOnal model cases which viii be necessary can be
provided After the completion of the south wing
the proof reconstruction OF this building should
De continued by extending the work over the east
wing. and Tor this an estimate has been laid before
Congress.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01
Owing to advertisements Of others We desire to call
attention to few facts

Owing to advertisements Of others We desire to call
attention to few facts.
First: That We shall NOT at this late day enieayor
to increase our trade by substituting Selected Stock
Tor Poor Stock, which We have at all times by our
thorough knowledge of the business been able to
aside and allowed others less fortunate to become
owners thereof
Second: That in the future in the past our cuso
liners shall have the whole of this ADVANTAGE and be
supplied with merchantable and we'll seasoned LUM-
quantities.
Third: That our connections with number of mills
both in Virgnis, North Carolina. Georgia and Florida
enables Us to cut especially to order with dispatch bills
OF any size used IN this market the lowest possible
hgures-
Fourth: That should you want any kind of HARD
WOODS, SOFT PINES or TIMBERS not in this mar.
ket we Will strive to find same and deliver at once
Fifth: That in addition to stock of Hardwoods
and Pines which comprises the choicest the market
we have on hand over 100000 feet of GEORGIA AND
FLORIDA PINE. which is daily being worked into
Flooring. Partitions Wainscoting. Ceiling and Trim
mings.
Sixth: That. being encouraged by the enormous
growth OF our business and prospects of continuance
we hope to be able IN the year to offer you COM
plete stock Of SASH, DOORS. BLINDS, etc. which in
quality and workmanship, shall be second to none in
the District OF Columbia. In the meantime by our
connections with three mills here and men perfectly
versed IN all details of house fnishngs can fill your
orders with accuracy and promptness and shall rely
upon your at all times shaded
prices and quick deliveries to make this THE yard of
the city
Correspondence for quotations and estimates for
builders freely answered at once.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01
Cold Comfort for Office Seekers.

DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENT AND REPUBLICAN SENATE
In democratic circles there Is undoubtedly feel
Ing OF anxiety as to the probable course OF the re-
publican majority in the next Senate If the re-
puolcans unite 10 protect federal office-holders
under the tenure-ofoice act there Will be but few
changes during the next two years at least Such
course would limit the appointments of the demo-
officials whose terms expire under his administra-
on and the filling of vacancies as they occur from
Qeatn. resignation, and other causes He Will not
De aDle 10 make any removals, except with the
assent or the Senate, so that democratic asplrants
Ior olnceS must run the gauntlet OF republican
Senate even alter securing nomination.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01
The Illinois Scnatorship.
GEN. LOGAN LIKELY To GET 1T AFTER A,

GEN. LOGAN LIKELY TO GET 1T AFTER ALI.
Senator Cullom, OF Illinois, has received advice
from Springfield to the effect that GOV. Hamilton
had determined to issue the certificate OF election
as state senator from the disputed district OF Chi
cago to Leman, the republican. This will tie the
legislature, but strong effort will be made to re-
elect Senator Logan to the United States Senate.
Representative Davis, of Chicago, believes that
Logan will be reelected. He says there is good
deal OF sympathy for him, and he thinks that some
democratic member or the legislature, purely out
OF sympathy, Will absent himself and permit the
republicans TO elect Logan. Should the legiSla-
ture, however, get In dead lock and fail to elect
it Is understood that the governor viii appoint
Gen. Logan.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01
Some of Capt. Ksdd,s Treasures I'm.
eaFthe1.

telegram from Danville, Pa, says that Frank
Lewis and Jacob Gearhart, workingmen or that
place, who were out OF employment, went, few
days ago. TO an uninhabited island In the Susque-
hanna river, three miles below Danvlle, to dig for
roots They had not dug long when they came
upon metal box. EagerlY breaking 1t open with
their picks they found it Contained coins amount
Ing nearly to s7.0G0 including $4,000 in Mexican
silver dollars $4,000 in gold doubloonS and 81 900
IN small silver coins, which viii need some polish
ing 10 make them pasSabe. The general supposi-
Kidd during the sixteenth century He was at one
time hard pressed on the Chesapeake bay by other
pirates, entered the Susquehanna river and sailed
up to Crooks Rifles, which at that time formed
part OF the island
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01

Peter Heyden, formerly treasurer OF the Okla
homa society, OF Kansas City, states that the
death OF Capt Payne, though matter for sorrow
among his co-workers, will not interrupt the pro-
gress OF the colonization scheme.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01

NAVAL ORDERs.-Passed Assistant Engineer VIM.
A IL. Allen, to special duty In draughting- room,
bureau Of steam engineering, Navy department.;
Assistant Engineer John D. Sloane, from the Hart
loru ana placed on sick leave: leave Of absence for
one month granted Passed Assistant Surgeon RObt
Whiting.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01

HEh GOVERNOR AND LIEUT.. GOVERNOR BOTH IN
WASHINGTON.
Gov Crittenden and Lieut.. Governor Campbell, OF
Missouri, are both here in Washington. Neither was
aware That the other intended to leave the state
until they met In this city. For the present Mis-
souri, Is without an executive head GOV CrittenCen
Is here to endeavor TO have the Mnn1Da1 and ST.
Joe railroad case advanced the docket of the IT,
S supreme Court. Lieut. GOV. Campbell visits
washington. he says, TO see Congress assemble, a
spectacle he has never witnessed
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01

FIRST LIEUT.. ROBERT F. BATES, adjutant 18th in
1antry. having completed The duty assigned him,
has been ordered to proceed from this city and re-
JOIN his station, via Helena, NJ. T.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01
John s. Rarbourf for p. NJ. e.

Representative John S. Barbour, of Virginia, is
mentioned by some OF the knowing ones as the
coming Postmaster General. lie was spoken to on
the subject recently by friend and he replied that
he was not candidate for that or any other cabi-
net position but added that ii such an honor should
be rendered him he would feel bound to accept it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01

ILLNESS OF PROF. HARKNEsS.-Prof. HarkneSS, OF
the naval observatory, Is at his home, in Jersey
CITY, suffering from an attack of malaria. He was
taken Ill In this city about four months ago but he
remained at his post against the advice OF his ply
slclan. Two weeks ago he was so greatly pros
been In critical condition, but Is now GONZALES
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01

Ex-MISISTER SCHUYLER'S RETURN HoME.-Mr
Eugene Schuyler. recently C. s. minister to Greece,
arrived IN New York yesterday from Athens The
story OF his having fallen into pit filled with
lime just before leaving Athens is denied. MR.
Schuyler Is ID excellent health.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01
SPECIAL NOTICES.
f-F9o TO THE NATIONAL JOCKEY CLUB.
To the Editor of THE EVENING STAR:

rJJFS' TO THE NATIONAL JOCKEY CLUB.
To the Editor of THE EVENING STAR:
see by editorial in this mornings 'eRep,bicsn,
tna II IL stated mat he sirle for control OF the
ing and trotng, and that .he election Of Officers TO-
nlght VIII Or conducted upon this liae anu ready to
cl he @ is is between TIE members of the Jockey
on olV and the trotting interest has nothing do
With the election
1t. President of Washington III DRIVING Club
10, U,sIp sPEGIAt 5aIi. soTIGEIF s TIE TWO LITTLE
pamphlet at store, will call they will Of some
eth Street. w. ''' aii di-2t 2t'
int The BtTa.B sE ExsST
day By limitation. December 1st. 1885, It.
ys BESr QUALITY OF TOOTH BRUSHES AND
MGScaSTEB { Gfd5'lss HoWaitD's PHARMACY.
oil Corner 9Th and streets northwest.
- MISS cIt MtARTIN,s CELEBRATED HOME
purchased 191 has from JOIN i. MaGEUDER,
d1-2w 14l3 New York Avenue.
- REAL ESTATE OFFICE OF NJ NJ RoHRER
3p AND EAST CAPITOL STREETS. CAPITOL HILL.
ON aGs6 s0efi m a4 announce m & to parties 9nng
th renting and collecting rents of property that we
take full charge of the property OF residents or nores
os B. 5 5eals P Of tafe Soaseg ssd ab nSae p
to hll VIII see at once the advantage of having their
in the neighborhoqd Renters will readily know where
obliged to make long Journeys two or three times oyerI
to the DOWNTOWN agencies, consuming only much
fare We should be pleased therefore to have owners
OF rentabe property Place the in hands They
may Gelend upon conscientious attention good man
agelnent and prompt retqrIls lakes. ana
PAIRS promptly attended to, and no charge made
such supervision
We have applications now for large and small houses
from renter! and buyers. We Cordially invite real
tate owners to give Us call We possess all the
modern 1 ana aPproyed faeiities OF first class oce
ali Oss L1s pptssS II Il Aa E6H b'lf E EfeSG5 rs to
rzp NOTICE-THE ANNUAL MEETING OF
the stockaolders of the Masonic Hall Association
Will be held No 6i3 Louisiana avenue. on MONDAY
tnk nis rNe Decembe( Tdstf 1St i5Si 8 at es9ek
F K OF P.-MGMpERS OF
Are notified that the next meeting of the Iode Dec
1884 viii be held at the usual hour in the new Hall
Marble Building southwest corner 9Th street and PENN
syI1snia avenue northwest.
n28-3t A l. SMITH, h. of R. and S.
rlo LUMBER AT Low PRICES
Having contracted with several NORTH CAROLINA
~ IL o b, iot ladge suply OF JiSI and SCANTLING
make ior the same noW Offer eq
ing many sizes and lengths, prices that will prove
attractive to buyers in fact reasonable offer will be
most Of Il the yards Of this city is NOT sTRTcTLY
sTR sP5 Ky Hst1sPn s tS o kesp kSe oS9
now prepared to receive orders.
JAMES F. BARBOUR,
18th street and Maryland avenue southwest
Telephone connection. Call No. 1922. n2S3w
rs NATIONAL JOCKEY CLTB-THE ANNUAL
election of officers to during the ear 1855 and
bf FfS Ct SIKH Sh euEss ss m b, l ,P on Mon
ROOM 10th street and Pennsylvania avenue at hafpast
SFnsa nsa.at Hei0cA MCINTYRE Secretary
Orripe 60,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01

THE B. & o. OUTLET FROM NEW YORK TO THE
ground for the story that the r q n hsd com.
pleted arrangements for an outlet from New York to
the west by the Bound Brook road to Harrisburg and
then to ShippansburY and Hagerstown. AS to an
outlet from New York, the Baltimore Ohio
officials say their new road to Philadelphia viii be
completed within the next year, and that the
freight relations between their road and the Penn.
sylvania road have never been disturbed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01

Littlewood won the six-lay walking match In
London; score, 4G5 40 miles.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1884-12-01

wSL MCLEAN son
18th AND STREETS; ALSO, I4TH. BETWEEN 3
AND CsTREETS NORTHWEST. M.