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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
The African d. E. Conference.
WHAT Is THOUGHT OF CLEvELAND's AD-
MINIsTRATION.

A week ago the annual Conference of
the African Methodist Episcopal Church
of Virginia was in session at Abingdon,
Va, Bishop II. NJ. Turner, of Atlanta,
Ca, presiding. The Committee on the
estate of the Country made report,
which was endorsed by the Bishop and en-
Enthusiastically accepted by the Conference.
The following is an extract from that re-
port
"God be praised, there seems to be a
modification of the sentiment of the coun-
try respecting the colored citizens thereof.
The population of the country is increas-
ing rapidly-an increase coming from all
three of the families Of the earth. Never
before in the history of this nation have
brighter hopes appeared than since the adj
vent of the new administration. Encour-
aged by the promises of the new Execu-
tive, new era has begun, and the whole
country INDUCES new hope. Peace has
taken her dwelling in our homes ard the
outlook is unusually beautiful"
A correspondent of the Lynchburg i'd
rance, who was present, says
"When that part of it relating to the
election OF Grover Cleveland as President
of the United States, and of his sentiments
regarding the future of the colored race of
this country, the excitement became great,
and one spontaneous outburst of applause
was given, not only by members of the
conference but by the white aud colored
visitors present.
VIRGINIA's NEXT GovERNoR.-No name
in the old State of Virginia IS more revered
than that of the Lee family. 1t is one of
the textiles woven in her history. It is a
fit time. when the country has reverted to
Democracy. and the Old Commonwealth is
in danger, to ask one Of the illustrious
Lees to lead the Democratic party against
the Republican opposition General Fitz
Lee is the man whom the Democrats should
nominate for Governor. " We
are unqualifiedly for the nomination of Gen.
eral Fitz Lee for Governor Of Virginia.
Washington Free Press.
Yes, the name of Lee is good and ac
ceptable one, aud we hardly think that the
name eff better man could be suggested
for the Governor of old Virgin .-Gor-
2OpSrjUe G0zeffp
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
"Rou~h ON Corns.o

Palpitatlou, Dropsical Swellings, Dizziness
Headache. Sleeplessness cured by
Wells Health Remover"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
NO MORE DANGER

Imost earnestly entreat every female
expecting to be confined to use Mothers
Friend. Coupled with this entreaty I
will add that during long obstetrical
practice ~ years. have never known
cry. H. J. HOLMES, II. D., Atlanta, Ga,
Treatise on nWoman" mailed free.
BRADRIELD REGULATOR CO.. Atlanta.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

THE FINEST YOU EVER SAW.-BERKE.
LEY & WALTERS have the finest stock of
TOILET SOAPS and PERFUMES you ever
saw. fan8
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

Ifyou want q nice buggy and horsc. hack
spring-wa or anything in the livery line
60 to ThornburR's. je22-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

Rough on Itch" cures humors, eruptions
ring worm. letter, salt rheum, frosted feet
chflblains.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
WhOOping Cough,

Wells Health Renewer'' restores health and
vigor c,res Dyspepsia. Headache. Nervous
ness, Debility. 81
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

There is no use to send work to the job Off.
ces in the larger cities when 1t can be done as
well and as cheap at the SPECTATOR office.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
"Rough on TOOthache."

you are losing our gr on life, try wells
Health Renewer.' Cues direct to weak spots.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
M EsTERN LUNATIC ASYLUM.

w STAUNT0N. Va, April Goth, 1855
SEALED PROPO -ALS 10 erect an Iron
Fence At the " estern Lunatic Asy lum Will be
received by the superintendent up to IL o'clock
NJ, on May 18th
The fence will consist Of twenty six panels,
ten feet IoDg-one panel twelve feet long, with
a four foot flood gate to span a water course
and q gate twelve feet wide. Each OF the TWEEN.
ty-six panels will consist of post OF half inch
cast iron, nine feet long and six inches in d.
ameter. with ornamental cap-of twenty
bars of wrought Iron pipe. six feet four inches
high from the bottom of pipe to top OF picket,
and inch In diameter-and of two horizontal
rails Of best wrought iron, one of them two and
half inches wide by half inch thick, and the
other two and half by fve-eighths. Plans
and specifications may be seen at the Asylum,
and copies of them will be furnished to parties
at distance who may wish to bid on the work.
The contract will include putting up the
fence as well as furnishing the material. The
grading will be done by the Asylum. The
fence must be flushed within sixty days from
the date of the contract No part OF payment
to be due until the whole work is completed
and accepted by the Executive Committee Of
the Board of Directors. apr22-lt
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

immediate relief and sound rest by using
Wells Rough on Coughs Troches, l5c.;
Balsam, Csc.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
Wide Awake

The Hope of the Nation.
Children. slow in development, puny, scrawny,
and delicate use wells Health Remover"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
A UC1ION SALE OF VALUABLE
IA RTOCU

A UC1ION SALE OF VALUABLE
IA STOCK OF
Dry Goods, Notions, &c., DC.
I will offer for sale at public auction, in the
City of StauntOn, on
Tuesday. the 18th day of Apra 1885,
at IL O'Clock. In the store room OF j. R. craig,
that valuable stock Of DRY GOODS, NO
TION5, LACES, &c.
The stock will first be offered az a whole and
" no suitable bid Ia made, It will then be sold
In job lots. Ths attention OF country mer-
chants Is specially called TO this sale.
II. ST. GEO. TUCKER.
aprG-t Trustee.
NOTICE TO MY FRIENDS AND THE
~ PUBLIC--In orde, thatI might be en-
abled t. give my time to other Interests,
brother. Harry Gait. to take effect MAY lst,
1855 an interest In my retail butchering ousi-
ness in this city, to the interest of which he
will give his entire time aud attention.
thanking the people OF this city for their
past patronage respectfully solicit a contin-
uance OF the same to the new firm of
REEVES GAIT & BRO.
Having bought an interest In my brothers
retail butchering business OF this city, and he
having turned over the management of the
store to me l respectfully ass continuance
or that liberal patronage TO the new firm that
has 80 long been extended to him. and prom.
Our terms will be CASH, as we have to nay
cash for our stock, and hope my friends will
not ask me for credit as it is painful for me to
refuse. Respectfully yours
HARRY Gait.
apI22-3t of Reeves Gait & Bro.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

Fear In mind thstThornburg's is the place tc
get nice huggies and horses. hacks. &c. ie22-tl
AS THE LENTEN SEASON IS AT
hand, desire to state that have all kinds OF
SALT FISH, viz
Fresh Broiled Mack ersl; Salt Brolled Mack
erel; Nonpareil and Sea Shoals, NO y In a We
II Tins. Fresh broiled Brook Trout, choice.
Try them.
Bloaters. Scotch Herring, (scaled):
No. choice Salt Mackerel; No. Shore Salt
Mackerel; No. Fat Shore Salt Mackerei.
Potomac and n. c. Roe Herring. No. in
kits--l5 bs.
Salmoa Loosters, Shrimps.
Call and see, buy and try. A nice lot of
81 @ SOCER1 ES "a
always on hand.
febls-Sm CHAS. G. WHEAT.
The Finest Cigar for DC.
"DRUGGI>Ts' BEST MEDICINE"
Will sharpen the appetite.
Sweetsn the breath,
Purify the blood,
Aid digestion,
Fumigate your mother-in-law,
And do your heart power of good.
JAMS BERKELEY & WALTERS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

CONSULAR APPorNTMENTs.-On Satur-
day, the President made the following ap-
pointments to be Ministers Resident and
Consuls- General: William D. Bloxham, of
Florida, to Bolivia; Bayliss W Hanna, of
Indiana, to Persia; Walker Fearn, of
Louisiana, to Roumania, Servia, and
Greece. To be Consuls of the United
States: James Murray, of New York, at
ST. John, N. B; Boyd Winchester, of
Kentucky, at Nice, France; Charles P.
Kimball, of Illinois, at Stuttgart, Ger
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

Ask for Wells Trough on Corns." l5c. Quick
complete cure. Hard or soft corns, warts, bun
Ions.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
Pretty Women.

Instant relief for Neuralgia, Toothache
Faceache. Ask for "Rough on Toothache." Is
and Is cents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

For FASHIONABLE HAIRCUT, go to
f. NOTHNAGEL'S,
febi SIN Next to the Opera House.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

Hacking. Irritating Coughs. Colds, Sore Throat,
cured by Rough on Cous hs." Troches, l5c.
Liquid, Csc.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

ssROugh ON Rats"
Clears out rats, mice, reaches, flies, ants. bed
bngs, skunks, chipmunks, gophers. I5c Drug.
gistS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
Farmers Convention.

THE CONSTITUTION ADoPTED-oRGANIzA-
rIoN OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
SCHOOL CT TECHNoLoGY-CoNvIcT La
BoR-sTATE EXHIBITION HALL-TARIFF
DISCUSSION EXHIBITION IN
LONDON.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

SALOONS IN THE SOUTH AND IN THE
NoRTH.-Gov. St. John, since his return
to Kansas from tho South, confesses that
the temperance work is further advanced
in the South than in the North. Mississippi
has $50 saloons, Minnesota, with about the
same population, has over 5000 saloons;
Arkansas has 1,344 saloons, California,
with about the same population, has 1850
saloons. Old Bourbon Kentucky has a, 461
saloons, and Ohio 1880. Startling as the
statement may be, in proportion to the
population, the North has twice as many
saloons as the South.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

PENNsYLvANIA's ARBoR DAY.-Thurs-
day was tree-planting or "Arbor Day" in
Pennsylvania, the 10th of April having
been chosen by special recommendation OF
the Governor to be devoted to setting out
trees in localities where the lack of timber
is most perceptible. The destruction of
forests, especially in the older States, is a
matter of serious and general public con-
Germ. A mania for "clearing up' indis-
criminateiy seems to have seized upon the
agricultural community in recent years, the
result being that forests have been felled
and the laud in many instances almost en-
tirely denuded OF trees As the inevitable
sequel. streams have diminished in volume
to mere fraction of their former size,
springs have dried up, and farms once sup
piled with all the water required on the
surface are now compelled to rely on pumps
for watering cattle. The effect on the gen.
eral attractiveness Of the country is plainly
injurious, and the movement to arrest the
tendency and to replace the timber de-
Stroyed is one which we trust will become
general in every State not merely as a
means of remedying the injury already
done, but also of preventing destruction
and waste in the future.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS

DLOWS.-Celebra ed OLIVER CHILLED
L one, two and three horses-for sale by our
Agents throughout the County and at our
Ware-rooms in stanton.
april LYNN d co,
RATa AND FERTILIZER DRILLS.-I
NJ Now Ia the time to buy at BARGAIN to
SOW your Oats Ind plant your Corn. Call on
apr2 LYNN & co.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

The name of H. st. George Tucker is
mentioned for tie position of Attorney
General of Virginia. Mr.. Tucker is good
Democrat, and an able lawyer, and would
doubtless fill the position with credit
Manassas Gazette.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
"ROugh on Coughs

Ask for Rough on Coughs" for Coughs
Colds, Sore Throat, >Hoarseness. Troches, 15e
Liquid, Csc.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
nal Throat Affections,

Ladies' who would retain freshness and vivac
ity, don't fail to try "Welis Health Remover.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

For GOOD SHAVE. go to
E. NOTHNAGEL'S,
feb4 3m Next to the Opera House.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
THr OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES CAsr.-Every

TIE ADDISON CAsE.-Every
few days more and more evidence is discov-
cred which points to Cluverius as the muir
derer of Lillian Madison. 1t now appears
that the watch-key, which forms such an
important part of this case, will be proved
to have been worn by Cluverius. 1t was
discovered last week that Herman Joel, a
German matchmaker of Richmond city,
when on a business visit to Centerville.
King and Queen county, year ago, mend
ed for Cluverius gold watch-key, which
key Joel is expected to prove is the identi.
cal one found at the reservoir, near Miss
Madison's veil, on the day of the discovery
of the body. Joel has been enjoined not
to talk on the subject, but the fullest con-
fdence is felt that he can prove the key by
his own handiwork on 1t, and that he will
identify Cluverius as the man for whom he
did the repairing.
THE CoLoRED PEOPLE AND THE PREsI-
DENT.-The Alex. Gazette says that among
the callers upon the President last Satur-
day week ''was delegation of colored
men, who assumed to be leaders of their
race. They wanted the President to assure
them that he would look after the interests
of the colored people. After they had said
all they had to say, the President took a
newspaper out of his pocket containing an
article signed by one of the delegation
which was incendiary in its character, and
stating that it would cost millions of lives
to inaugurate Cleveland. The feelings OF
the author were rendered conspicuously
apparent. This shows that the President
generally knows about what he is doing"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22

Pear In mind thatThOrnburg's is the place tC
get nice huggies and horses. hacks. DC. ie22-ti
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-04-22
Staunton Spectator
WeDNEsDAY, APRIL %, 1885.
Gen. Fitzhugh Lee for Governor.

Forty-odd of the comrades in arms Of
Gen. Fitzhugh Lee have published in the
Lyncbburg Meas the following card favor
ing his nomin alton for Governor
eve, the undersigned soldiers of the
late war, approaching the importance OF
State government controlled by honesty,
intelligence and patriotism, do hereby de-
clare General Fitzhugh Lee to be our choice
for the next Governor Of Virginia. His
peerless record, as citizen and soldier, en-
dears him to us, who proudly followed his
banner in the time that tried mems souls
In the storm of battle and the clash Of
arms, he was the soldiers friend, and barred
his breast to the storm of death, and
snatched victory from many threatened
defeat, Peace hath her victories no less
renowned than war; and his record since
the close of hostilities points to him as the
next Governor of the Commonwealth. We
are as loyal to him now as we were when
his bugle call was answered as by one man,
and insist that he may be induced to be-
come the next Governor Of Virginia"
Then follow the names of the signers,
which they say could have been added to
indefinitely, but they did not consider it
W SbiluS Az Ouu w OAOuhAoSA ohS
columns of the Nelcs.
In introducing this call, the Lynchburg
Neacs says
'FWe believe he would arouse more en-
thusiasm than any man who could be nom
mated. The Neaos holds itself ready to
support any man whom the Democracy
may place in the field, and will not cham
pion the cause of any one previous to the
nomination. But there is no man whom it
would sustain with more pleasure than
General Lee. We had thought that Mr.,
Barbour would be the most judicious selec.
ton, but since it is said that he positively
declines. public sentiment must concentrate
on some other man. We have but little
doubt that General Fitz. Lee would ride il
by sweeping majority"
AS We have heretofore said on several oc
casions, we believe that Gen. Fitz. Lee is
the man who should be, and we believe
will be nominated as the standard bearer
of the Democratic party, and we concur
with the Ne,cs in the belief that he woulc
excite more enthusiasm than any othel
man who could be nominated. He possess
es all the requisites not only to make &
strong and popular candidate, but to make
good, wise, and able Governor. He il
not only brave, chivalric and distinguish
ed ex-Confederate soldier, but he is far
mer who knows the rights of that class
and will maintain them; and he is not only
farmer by profession, or the ownership Of
several farms, but he is practical farmer
who not only superintends, but works with
his own hands, and can drive a cart with
as much grace and skill as any Senegam
bian that ever welded the ox-goad.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1885-07-11

The ladies' of Rayville want to Or
game a w. C. I. u, and propose to
pay Mrs. Goodale's expenses II she
viii visit that town and organize a
Union there. We have private let
ter from an esteemed lady friend on
the subject.-Bienrille Ne,c Era.
The old adage Of "go from home
to get the home news" comes in here.
We have ever been ready and willing
to lend helping hand. If this es-
teemed lady friend will ask the use
of our columns they are at her dispos-
al That we need an organization
here of that kind We have not the
least doubt. That the subjects gath
cred in can be made to stick we do
have serious doubts, and if the OBJ
iect of the ladies is only to reform
old topers We fear their efforts Will
prove futile.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1885-07-11

On Sunday last We had the pleas
ure of listening to very able dis
course and dedicatinS sermon from
Rev Mr.. Stone at RustOn in the new
NJ. E. Church there. We were per-
fectly delighted with the singing.
The young men nearly all sing there
At least ten or fifteen Of them sang
and sang well too. One peculiarly
about the singing at RustOn or rather
the difference in the people there and
our town is that three-fourths OF the
singers are men. 1t is the contrary
here. The same may he said OF the
congregation. A much larger pro-
portion of men than we have here
and not so many ladies. We con-
graduate Ruston on having such fine
musical talent.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1885-07-11

The socialist Of to-day in this
country, where grievances are fewer
than under any other form of govern
ment, fail to see that more declara-
ton will not convince the average
American of whatever socialist
theory may possess, and moreover,
thatithere are abundant opportunities
by easier methods to get a hearing
for any carefully thoGht out plan Of
reform. Boston advertiser, Rep.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1885-07-11
Don't skip This.

So many schemes are put before the public
Tor the increase OF newspaper circulation,
which seem to he plausible and yet are fradu-
lent. that when a legitimate. honest effort is
made to buiid up the circulation Of iegIu-
mate, honest paper, by legitimate, honest
means, people who have been 80 many tunes
dipped, are slow to respond to the genuine
scheme We are led to this train Of thought
by perusal Of the advertisement OF IHE
AMERICAN RURAL HoME of Rochester N Y.
published in this issue Of our paper, to which
we call the attention Of our readers. We
are acquainted with both paper and publisher
and take pleasure in recommending 1t as one OF
the very best farm and journals in this coun-
try. Every person who sends one dollar for
a years subscription to the paper receive
handsome present which is donated by the
advertising patron Of the papers. These
premiums consis, of Cattle, Land Reapers and
Mowers PlOws Books, Pictures, Organs. and
thousands Of others valuable articles. The
Rural Home Co i. endorsed by Hon. Cornelius
r. parson Mayor Of Roche-ia, to whom you
can write if you have any doubts as to 1t relia-
tiIi,y I, will pay you to send for sample copy
# nothing more than to get a look at this grea
twelve>pages, sixty column illustrated papers
Address Rural Home Co. Limited, ROchesta
N. Y.
For $3.50 we will send you the above PaPel
with the Beaeos for one yeaI. We make TIM
proposition to new subscribers as well rs ole
ones who will pay up and p,y one year in adj
| vance.-tf
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1885-07-11
Public Opinion.

Massachusetts must he in need OF
reform. The Taunton Gazette says
that if the Maryland law relative to
wife beating was in force in tho Bay
State, the sheriff would not lack
exercise.-.MdcOn Messenger.
Mr.. Hendricks takes an honest and
sensible view of civil service reform
from Democratic standpoint-but
how it must have made tia Boston
mugwumps squirm to listen to such
heretical talk right in their own
stronghold. Tribune,
Rep,
No American is called on to sup
port the Tories in England, but all
the Americans may very properly
congratulate the plucky little Ameri-
can woman who won the Woodstock
election yesterday for her husband,
Lord Randolf Churchill She has
done a great deal to make her hus-
band feel that the eyes of the world
are on him.-S. Louis Post Dispatch
Party government is the founda
ton of constitutionaliiberty. Its
gushing principle ID the principle o.
majority rule. 1t is the only mech
anism whereby the people can ex'
press their political will and purpose
1t is the only method of obtaining
responsible rules on the one hant
and 's,lous guardians of the peoples
rigL On the other. To preserve il
intact in this country. where its bene
ficent, will be the effort of every pa
triotic American citizen.-Er.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1885-07-11

M,RrTEp-At the residence of the
brides Mother at Dastrop, June 3Oth
bv Rev. j. A. Parker. lev. ). Bryon
Wise. and Miss Flora Higman.-
BaStrop Sentinel.
We congratulate the happy couple
on their new life. Hope they Will
enter upon life's rugged sea with
bright prospects and thatltheir lives
will grow brighter and brighter until
they shall have been gathered into
the Heavenly host after many years
of useful life.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1885-07-11

The statement put forth from
Washington that of 81, 0Oo, 900, 900 of
internal revenue collected i'll eight
wears mot dollar was lost" is very
gratifying, but it hardly means that
there was no dishonesty. What WAS
collected was turned into the Treas
ury without defalcation, but proba-
Div not all was collected. 1t is the
revenue which never is collected
which measures the amount Of fraud
upon the governmeut.-Sprinafeh
Republican. Ind
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1885-07-11
Tuckertown, Fla July LIST, 1885.

Tuckertown, Fla July LIST, 1885.
EprroR RIcHLAND BEACON: Having
read through the columns OF Beacon
Mr.. Mobiles account of the extreme
heat here during summer, and hav-
ing received letter of enquiry on
the subjec. from friend who con-
templated visiting the State this sum-
mer, but is afl lid to do so on ac-
count of the heat, write to cor
rect this statement or give my expe'
rience up to date. l am candid in
the belief, and the balance aye" with
me, that it has not been as hot here
as in La During the middle of the
day it is hot in the sun, of course, but
we have almost always q breeze which
makes it cool and pleasant in the
shade. The mornings and evenings
are very pleasant and the nights are
without one exception delightful
light cover during the latter part OF
the night being necessary to com
fort. 1t must have been the refec.
ton of the sun on the deep sand