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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-01

COM SALE OF REAL
~ ESTATE By virtue nf decree of The
circuit court of Augusta county. rendered IN
the case of Blak emore VS.. ShulI / VIII proceed,
in front of The Court house. in the city OF
Staunton, on
Saturday. the 4th day april, 1885,
TO sell, at public auction, that tract of land
containing IA acres. situated on North Riv-
er, about one mile from Mt Scion, in Augusta
county, adjoining the lands of the late Chris
tian Staubus James Fellers and others, being
the share allotted to Henry Shull in the divis-
ion OF the real estate of George Shuil, decd,
upon the following terms. to wit: 20 much in
hand a. Will pay the COSTS of SUIT and sale, and
the rem ait der upon credit Of six eight een, ,
an L twenIy-fOu months from the day OF sale,
with interest from the day of sale, the purcha-
sIty, and the title retained as ultimate securi-
~. JAMES BUMGARDNEk, JR.,
Commissioner
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-01

Monday. The 9th day Of April, 1885,
two lots of ground in the village OF Middle
brook, in Augusta county. viz:
l. A small lot with blacks mith's. shop and
a wheelwright's shop upon it.
2. The other lot of about one and q half
acres of Land near to said shop lot.
This property Is in the possession of Mr.. NJ.
Fix, and is admirably situated for black
smii n or wheelwright.
TERMS OF SALE: Enough in cash to pay the
costs of suit and SALE and the residue in three
equal annual payments, bearing interest from
the day ofsale. for which the purchaser will exc
cute bonds with approved security, and the ii.
tie will be retained as ultimate security.
GEO. NJ. COCHRAN, JR.. Com'r.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-01

febl8-3n CHAS. G. WHEAT.
Rear in mind thatThorn burg's is til place to
get nice buggies and horses. hacks. &c. ie22-t1
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-01

COMMISSIONERS SALE OF VALUA.
~ BILE REAL ESTATE.-By virtue of de-
cree of the circuit court of Augusta county
in the case of Powers vs.. McCord,
will proceed, on the premises. on
Friday. the 3rd day of april. 1885.
TO SELL at public auction, the tract of land con-
tanning 20 acres, situated on the Parkers-
burg Turnpike, between West View and BufTa-
10 Gap subject to the widows dover as acsual-
ly signed. This tract contains u comfortable
Dwelling, and is we'll improved.
TERMS: So much in hand as will pay the
costs OF suit and sale, and the remainder upon
a credst of one. two. and three years, from the
date of sale, with interest from the date of SALE
the purchaser giving bond with approved per-
sonal security, and the title retained as ulti-
mate secvritv
JAMES BUMGARDNER, JR.,
Conn issiOnar
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LAND SALES.

0o1u Oy al Dr usgIsts' VI sl1 pottles TOT 20
JAM 'S5-ly CHI W
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-01

do hereby certify. that James Bumgardner,
Jr., commissioner in the case of Blak emore VS..
Shu1l has executed the bona required 10y he
decree rendered in said cause. directing the
sale of the property mentioned in the above
advertisement.
Given under my hand this 10th day of March.
1885. ]. N. RYAN, Clerk.
r,a.1r ri Ltd
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-01
A MARVELLOUS STORY

FROM The SON. &" 4ss ssa ost. s. 3 i Ssy
Gentlemen: Ny father resides at Glover,
VT. He has been great sufferer from Scrof-
ula, and the inclosed letter will tell you what
q marvellous effect
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-01

Industrial Americ1. the sixth number of tkis
laoorer in Lne field of the arts and sciences
makes ii rich vi >pldy in its Illustrations and
we'll chosen reading matter desert ptve OF
the New Orleans Exposition. The general fea
lures of tue journal are attractive and will al
ford interest to It's readers.
W. J. Johnston. publisher, No. Murray St.,
N. Y, every other Saturday 500 per year.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-01

'-Oh, the white stone beneath new name now
That never on earth was told,
And the ten 'er Shepherd doth guard with care
The lambs of the Upper Fold"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-01

The Virginias. for March has been received.
The articles, editorial and contributed. illus
trate the extensive fields through which Major
Hotchkiss labors for the inform. alton and en-
tertainment of his readers With others, that
from the New Orleans Pcayune descriptive of
Virginia at New Orleans Will pe found inter
esting TO all who may peruse the sketch.
Published on the last Saturday of each month
Staunton, Va, 50. per year.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-01

4 ION MISSION Efs'S SALE.-By virtue of
" decree of the circuit court of Augusta
county rendered at the May term, 1884, in the
suit of NJ. w. d. Hogshe ads Adm'x VS.. NJ. F.
FIX, will, as Commissioner of said court, sell
mt public auction, in front of the Courthouse,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
SAVANNAH MORNING NEWS SUNDAY. AUGUST 16. 1885,

ate, a thorough gentleman, a finished
scholar and one OF the ablest men in that
body. He Is popular, not alone in nis
own State, but among his fellow Senators
as we'll. Five OF Tennessee's men,
bership in last Congress were eX-Conied-
erates-Harris, Dlbrell, Warner, Caldwell
and Taylor. Texas mad nine ex-Confede-
rates in the last Congress, and most OF
them come back-Reagan, Mills, Lanham,
Oc5iltree, Welborn, Throckmorton, Gull
berison, Jones, Coke and MaXey. Nlr-
GINA sent seven ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO the
last Congress-Mahone, Riddleberger.
Wise, Garrison, Cabell and OFerreli.
West Virginia sends three men who
fought against Grant-Kenna, Gibson and
Wilson. Cavalry Joe " heller, OF Ala
bama, will also be in the next Congress
as will number OF eX-COntederates OF
considerable renown. AUSTIN.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
Cured Sound and Well,

He wrote to US a month ago that he was a
walking advertisement OF S. S. S.
1.-The dry form Is cheaper for the consumer,
as it saves the expense Of the spirits bottles,
etc. The price is fifty cents per package"
"How is your business?" asked the reporter.
sit is very good. Our sales exceed those 0,
last year, which were the largest we ever had
We do more business than any house in the
country, except J. G. Aver & Co., at Lowell,
Mass, but the expenses are very heavy. Our
largest trade of any one State is in Georgia,
one house having bought over $4,000 in six
months. The largest trade in any one city, is
st. Louis. Chicago comes next, then St. Paul,
Cincinnati, Louisville, indianapolis, ETC."
"What about imitations:" asked the re
porter.
"Ah, that is the dirty part OF the business"
WAS the reply. Every good article is initial
ed, aped and counterfeited, to a greater or less
extent. Sometimes the public is imposed
upon, but not as often as you would suppose.
We are getting up quite collection of their
frauds, and will soon arrange them In corner
OF our Office with what we shall call
THE ROGUES GALLERY
and shall then invite the public to see tho
show"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16

Florida sends three men to Congress
who were in the Confederate service:
Call, Jones and Davidson, and Georgia
doubles that umber-Senators Brown,
Colquitt, and Congressman Hardeman,
Crisp, Buchanan and Chandler.
One OF Kentucky's present
Senators, Joseph Blackburn, was
IN the Confederate service as an Off
Ger. Louisiana has still a pretty large
number of men in public lite who fought
against Grant, viz, Eustis, Hunt, King,
Lewis and Gibson. Senator Gibson Is
one Of the a0lest and prominent
ct the eX-Confederates in the Senate
He was aid u the Governor of Louisiana
at the BEGINNING OF the war. but
soon entered the army, where he
remained TO the close OF the war. He
is considered one OF the most valuable
and paInstaKing members or the senate.
Two Of Maryland's members
Of last Congress were eX-Conted-
crates HOblttzell and Talbot. Mis-
sssippi ia very thoroughly represent.
ed by -Coniederates, having Lamar in
the Cabinet, George and walthall in the
Senate, and Chalmers, MuldrOw, Van
Eaton, Barksdale aud Singleton in the
House. Missouri sends three ex-Coufed-
crates 20 the next Congress Vest, Cock
rell ana Hatch. Five eX.Coufederates
come 10 the next Congress from North
Caroliua-Yance, Ransom, Bennett,
Green and Cox. The faces OF some Of the
more notable Of these have already been
pFfyau
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
From New Mexico.

BY indiscretion / unfortunately contracted
one of the worst cases OF blood poison have
ever known during my stay in Mexico. 1
came to thispolnt, and all last winter wa per-
fectly helpless was broken out all over my
body with large sores, and my sufferings were
intense, and can be appreciated only by those
who have been equally unfortunate. The
ulcers on my legs were as large as silver half
dollar. Everybody who saw me thought |
would die. On the 18th of May, 1855, com.
menced the use Of SwifPs Specific, and after
using ten bottles, the ulcers healed, my
strength returned, and / can ride on horse
back, and do as hard work as anybody eat
and sleep well, something ! have not done be-
fore in over a year. People who knew my
condition last winter, do not recognize me
now, so changed my appearance. The scars
on my legs, like bullet holes, are the only evil
dencc of my former suGcrings. My faith in
swift's Specific is unbounded, and cheerfully
commend 1t to others.
SAMUEL r. PERRY.
TULARosA, NEW MEXICO, July %, 1885.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16

MRs. WfNsLow's SOOTHING SYRUP
should always be used when children are
cutting teeth. II relieves the little suf.
forer no onee; 10 produces natural. quiet
sleep hY relieving tho child from pain.
and tno little cEurub awakes as "brigbt
as button" 10 is yerY pleasant 10 taste.
% southes the child. s0iiens the gums. al.
inye en- pain, relieves wind. regulates the
bow flH. and D. iho best known remedy ior
0larfhWu, whether arising from teothine
OK other causes. 20 cents a bottle.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16

time sweet, juicy taste. On going into
the centre of the State where the chickens
are purchased we find it Is the patent I'M
eubator that causes the trouble. mere
are hundreds of chicken raissr5 who are
Matching chickens artIhcially. Ihese
chickens have no mother 70 scratch Tor
them and look after their food. They get
no worms. grubs or insects TO eat The
IA isers feed them meal for a week, and
then change their food to old boiled pota-
tatoes, brau and snip stuff. They do not
wander over feds and eat clean corn.
They are huddled together in filthy coops,
fed on bad feed, breathe foul air and come
10 market dry, juiceless, skinny and
touEh.r rrI
WHAT must the owners do 70 make lu-
cubated chickens good 2" l asked.
"He must spread them out In clean
pastures. and feed them with clean corn
aud meal. He must feed them as the
mother would if she had Matched them
herself said Mr. Janyrin. "'m buymg
old-fashioned farm chickens now. No in
cubated chickens for me-"
RELIGIOUS HOTEL.
The religious hotel in Saratoga is called
Or. StrOng's. Ii is here that all the siCkly
and worn-out clergymen come - hrt
with the girls and build up their own
ruined constitutions. II "A clergyman
goes to the spring 20 drink the water he
always escorts "a beautiful girl with we'll
rounded arms and rosy cheeks. liza lovely
young lady, with hewitching form aud
tempting lips. comes down 10 the States
hop, You Viii see one of these poor, slcklv
clerg{men is ALWAYS on haud 10 chape-
rome hcr--and blush 10 say it. but three
young and sentimental olergym4n, sent
here 10y their congregations, have been
discovered on dark and unirsquented ball
comics at midnight holding young ladies'
hands and trying to seal their vows Of
love.
Last week fifteen clergymcn from DR..
SuO1K's went up to Mt. McGregor. 1t
was during the great rain storm when tue
mountain was struck several times with
lightning. Just after a man WAS killed
there came a fearful thunderbOlt.
"Ii thar strikes us, we'll all be 10 hoay-
en-" exclaimed DR.. Swing, Of Chicago.
"Heaven iorbidw prayerfully ex-
claimed DR.. Newman,
ELI PERKINS.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
THREE NOTED SENATOR'S.
BROWN, PUGH AND BUTLER
AND THEIR RECORDS.

The Georgtan's Description OF His At
titude During the Late War-other
-COnfederates who Now Serve Their
Reunited Country in the Halls OF Con
gress.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1.-The honors
paid TO Gen. Grant in his last hours and
death and funeral by thoss who fought
against him, suggests something about
them. OF the Confederate Cabinet but
five remain out OF fourteen who were
memb ers OF IL during its existence. These
five are George Z. Davis, Of North Caro-
lima, and Thos. H. Watts, Of Alabama,
who filed the Office Of Attorney General
during part Of the time Of the
Confederacy, John II. Reagan,
who was Postmaster General
during it's entire time, X. NJ. I. Hunie-,
Of Virginia, and Robert TOomos, Of Gpor-
Ria, who Here secretaries OF state. The
others had Joined the silent majority be-
fore Grant passed from the stage. OF
those now in public life who held places
In the Confederate service, one OF the most
prominent is Senator Brown, Of Georgia,
who was war Governor Of that State dur
inR the time OF the COntederacy. de la
bells himself in mis- autobiography FUR
nshed the Congressional dlTec-
tory as "a secessionist in
1860. and active and energetic as war
Governor after the state had seeded"
Although not in the field as an army man
or an organizer, Gov. Brown was very
ardent aud active supper er Of the Con-
irderacy, butt 10 to-day an earnest admlrer
Of Grants character, and an earnest
friend OF the new south, for which Grant
had such strong hopes. He is, as is we'll
known, member Of the Senate. His pa
triarchial beard and snow white locks are
the objects OF frequent remarks by visitors
wbp visit tbpf holy
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
TIln Dnnd Lntfnr

The letter came AZ last. / carried it
10 the deep woods unopened. All the trees
We're hushed, rs II they waited what was
writ.
And feared FOR me. silent they let me sit
Among them; leaning breathless while read,
stuOu.
A long way Oh heard the delicate thread
or the light footed lOltcrcr. the breeze,
Come walking toward me IN the leafy wood.
burned the page that brought me love and
woe.
AZ first it writhed 10 feel the spires OF flame.
Then lay quite sui, aud DER each word there
came
he white ghost OF the ash, and burning slow
Bach stid' "lou cannot XIII the spirit, know
Ihai We shall haunt you, even till heart and
brain
Lie as we Doe in ashes-all IN vain.n
a ndrslr Ufdhr0nk. 20 ne A fianfis.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
VAC Ylsit that body.

Another man who occupied a promi-
nent position in the Confederacy, and who
is now In public life, is Gen. Joe John
stOn, the present Railroad Commissioner.
Another Brigadier General of the Con-
federacy vet in public life is Senator Nor
gan, of Alabama. Senator Pugn, of the
same State, was in the Confederate SER
vice, both army and in CONGRESS. Indeed
Alabama sent to Congress no less than
eight men who fought on the side opposed
to Grant, vet who honor his memory. their
names being Morgan, Pugh, Jones, Her.
bert, Oates, Shelly, Hewitt, and Forney.
Gen. Grant shook hands wi Gen. Oates
on Grants last visit here, asking him
where he lost his arm to which Oates
replied, ''ln front of Richmond"
Arkansas has four Or five men in ma
tiOnal life who fought against Grant,
either in the field or In Congress-among
them Garland. who was a member Of the
Confederate Congress. Walker, Dunn,
Jones, Rogers and Peel.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
An Afflicted Boys Achievements.
From ~ LolosM lMass.l 20

From The Eo,osH Mass Courier.
Mr.. G. b. Williams, OF MendOn, has a
son who was born without arms or legs
and yet goes around the village and fills a
worthy place in the youthful society Of
the town, with promise Of an active and
useful manhood in the years to come He
is - years Of age. His features are
rather cid looking for his years and the
expression is bright and intelligent. His
language and look indicate belief in his
abb ity to take care Ofhimselt before a great
while. He is nearly qualified to enter
the high school Of the town. and his
writing ia above the average. In accom-
plshing the latter work the pen is held
under the chin, and with the aid of the
shoulder the tracings are made. He at
tends the public school and goes around
the village without the aid of any person,
but the means to this end We're not in
vented until within year or so, and not
until after long time Of study upon the
subject and the trials Of several aids,
which proved by experience 10 be OF little
use. He could yet up and down stairs.
put on his cap, and roll or throw himself
from one point in the room 10 another
without help, but TO 20 much outside OF
the house it was necessary TO carry him.
Now he carries himself. For this pur-
pose a pair OF wheels similar 20 those on
a tDy's velocipide we're procured aud the
axle padded. the boy rests his chest on
the pad, and by means OF bis imperfect
lower limb pr0pels himself around the
town. II required some practice 10 learn
20 balance himself, but he soon oyercame
the d 6iculty.
~ can 80 anywhere I want to-" said
the lad. "Can 20 down hill faster than a
walk. but have 20 rest On up grades
lie does not complain OF any pain or
trouble In the stomach frorn resting the
weight Of his body on IL 80 much. In
spite of this aillictiOn and the way he is
handicapped in the race Tor worldly re-
wards. he impresses the stranger asione
who lids fair 70 make his mark by strong
mental attachments.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
40 Marrled pronIn nnnnv ?

Do you think married peoplea are hhppy
Uncle Jake? "Dat ar ponds altogedder
how dey enjoy themselves; II dey nab
chilluns ana Keep DR.. Biggers' Huckle.
berry Cordial, dey ar certain to be, for hit
Will cure dc boweltroubles and de ohillun
fpOfhfurlN
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
Completely Cured.

About two years ago contracted a case OF
blood poison, and after spending about $500
for treatment by physicians without benefit, /
was cured By taking swift's Specific. gained
about ten pounds Of iesh the drst month after
/ began taking the S. 8. S.
c. PORTER, S, Seventh Avenue.
NEW YORK CITY. Aug. s, 1885.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
The Brain Trouble

had gone too far, and he could not take our
remedy on account of the spirits in it. He
wrote US this fact, and we sent him a package
of the dry S. S. s., and he was
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
SWift's Specific in Dry or Powdered
Form.

SIS it true that you are putting up your
remedy in dry formSf" asked a Consultation
man of Dr.. Rankin, of the Swift Specific Com
pany, on yesterday.
Eyes; we will have it ready on Monday.
We have done this to supply those who wish to
use S. S. 5. without spirits. There arc a num-
Der Of people who cannot take spirits Of any
kind, and who need our Specific. The dry is
to be preparedlike simmons Liver Regulator,
and can be taken with or without spirits, as
may be desired
"Have you had any experience with the dry
form?" asked the reporter.
''Oh, yes. We have prepared it for hundreds
of people. and some of the most wonderful
cures have been made by the use of the dry
form, and taken without spirits of any kind
We cured young man, five years ago, Of
syphilis, after it had attacked the brain, and
he was constantly having fits. He had been
dosed for ten years with mercury and potash
mixtures, and at last resorted to S, S. S., but
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16

Cholera. Diphtherin. Fsvers. Malaria,
prevented boy the use OF Reed a Carnrick's
sodium Hypochlorite (Disinfectnnt.)
Recommended by tno Public Health As.
ISOLATION as superior 20 an other dlsin.
iectants and gormicidos. Sold every
where. send for pamphlet, is2 Fulton
street, New York.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
guuzsss
S,:::,:|..I|'..>::...I...I
Swift 5 Specific
The Great Vegetable Blood Purifier

This medicine is natures own remedy, pre-
and nothing IN its composition comes from the
apothecary or chemists shop. We offer this,
the only vegetable, reliable and safe remedy
to suffering humanity, as boon more precious
to them than gold, because it will eliminate
poison from the system and give tone to the
vital powers, Imparting viGor and energy to
the whole man.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
eau ITO N.

Consumers should not confuse our Specie
with the numerous limitations, substitutes,
potash and mercury mixtures, which are got.
ten up to sell, not on their own merits, but on
the merit Of our remedy. An imitation l..
always "a fraud and cheat, and they thrive
only as they can steal from tho article imi-
tated.
Treatise on Blood and Skin Diseases mailed
free
For sale by an druggists.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16

SENATOR BUTLER, on SOUTH CAROLINA.
south Carolina sends Il li.toi noted men
from the Confederate service. Wade
Hampton Do one ui Che most noted. An.
otncr equally distinguished is Senator
Butler of that State. who was Major
General 10 the Confederate service, giving
hia good right Lex fOr lhe cause" Butler
~ one Of the most popular men Ia the SEN
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16

The guests a. Richneid and saraioga
are ull grnmbling because The sprng
chickens thisstummer are tough. strlugy
ana theielcHs. steward JnnYnn. of me
States, has just finished examining the
cause. When asked what made the
chance be- Hnidi
''lt has puzzled ua Tor two Woeks. The
eniokens leok sll right Ihoy arc young
aud fresh, but u IL true they JACK the oid
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16
WICKED SARATOGA.


Elder MunsOn, OF Ballst0n, is a very
conscientious clergyman. He Is not. like
Ialmage, worldly-minded Christian,
but he is always privately az well as
publicly engaged in his Masters service.
He never makes a call without bringing
up the subject Of religion. The otherday
he made bis usual monthly call on old
DR.. Lincoln, Of Ballston. Or. Lincoln is
not a scOfier. although he is a very pro.
fame man. He Is a terrible swearer, but.
like Gen. Jim Nye, be likes TO sing hymns
between his hymns and oaths.
After Elder Munson bad talked some
time with the doctor, he finally hroaehed
the subject Of religion with the idea Of i'm
pressing upon him the necessity OF re-
ligiOn in the latter end
"NOw, d0ctOr.n said the elder, "yOu
must excuse me, but would like TO talk
about salvation, So / thought I'd stop on
my way 10 saratoga and"
"HolnR 70 Saratoga, are youW inter
rupied the doctor.
yes. on my Masters service
s"Ihars right, clderl Dunn. give IL
70 UNI, they deserve itv exclaimed the
Doctor
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-08-16

ayes, IN september. We shall tour
Yosemite as man aud wife, aud then 60
back home. My father-in-law says that
my father has long been anxious TO have
had better co."