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Rains.

Commencing Saturday and continuing
through Sunday, at intervals, there were many
showers of rain in this section of the Valley.
The showers commenced by falling on limited
areas and gradually increasing in quantity and
over more space, until the heavy rains of Mon
day afternoon and night became general, re-
sulting in damage to fences and hay crops on
the low lands which in many places were sub
merged. On some Middle river farms near
Swoope's Depot, there has been considerable
loss. Mr.. A. A. Sproul lost quantity of cut
hay and fencing on his farm in that locality.
1t commenced raining here before night last
Monday evening, and continued without inter
mission nearly all night. The quantity of rain
which fell was very great and the streams in
this county were rendered very high.
We learn that Middle river was higher yes
terday morning than it has been for five years
About O'Clock last Sunday afternoon there
was quite heavy fall of rain few miles above
Waynesboro'. 1t washed off fences hay, &C.
Between and O'Clock last Sunday night,
there was good shower of rain in the neigh
borhood OF Bridgewater. Rockingham county.
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COurt.DaY.

There was fully an average attendance Oh
people on the court-green Monday, the first
day of the July term. Politics were more dis
cussed than has been the case since the can
vass OF last year. Much anxiety was express
ed in relation to the State ticket. Whilst
there we're different views, all concurred IN
the solidity which should exist not only IN
the canvass as it shall progress after being
opened. but in the outset when the skirmish-
ing commences, there should be enthusiasm
added to determination in winning the day.
Every farmer is pleased with the crop pros
pect, as there will be more corn and oats than
ever known to be produced on the same
areas. The hay-harvest is well nigh over, and
many were congratulating themselves on the
good prices the next winter and spring will
witness for hay, now second to no crop when
1t receives full attention in fal m plans for
profit and enlargement of pursuits.
Some farmers. whose attention has been
called to the matter, expressed willingness
to unite in any concerted movement which
will lead 10 tree-planting on the roadsides,
and on the school-house grounds. 1t is proba-
BILE the Board of Supervisors will give APPROX
ing action on the suggestion which has been
made in relation to the designation of time
for that purpose.
The district road-boards report fair progress
in improving the highways. 1t is evident
that more than usual interest exists in rela.
ton to the roads, and, if not che ked. con-
tinued progress will soon advance sentiment
into decided action throughout the county.
There were some small sales of landed prop
erty, but very little heard from the. auctioneer
in disposlng of the usual variety of wares and
NJ erchandise and oddities, which accumulate
for transfer ON court-day.
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SUDDEN DEATH OF A YOUNG LADY.-Major
Thomas Awde resides near Bethlehem Church,
in Augusta county, four miles southwest of
Waynesboro'. His daughter. Miss Willie j.
was attending the Normal Institute In this
city, and returned home Saturday afternoon to
spend the Sabbath and TO be present again at
the Normal Monday. She left the city as stated
Saturday by the Chesapeake & Ohio Railway,
leaving the train at Waynesboro'. She reached
her home about o'clock in cheerful spirits,
and enjoyed the family supper with not sign
of approaching trouble. 1t is said that about
supper-time she ate a small piece of colored
candy, shortly after which she seized with
violent commissions. DR.. Killian, who resides
near by, was summoned and quickly respond
ed, as did DIR. Myers, of Waynesboro, who hiss
tened to the relief of the young lady and dis
tressed family. But nothing they could do
awaited anything. The patient continued to
sink under the sudden and severe malady, and
died about o'clock Sunday morning.
Miss Awde was only enty years Of age
and was bright and beautiful and much be-
loved, and was Jealous in the duties she had
assumed as a teacher. At the time of her sud-
den death she was striving to improve her OPP
portunities for the work before her. She was
buried at Bethlehem Church Monday.
P. S.-Since the above Was put in type, we
have learned facts which indicate that the
death of this young girl was caused by strych-
nine. The manner in which she was affected
indicates that strychnine was the cause of her
death. and it is known that she bought strych-
nine on Friday at the drugstore of Dr.. Wayt d
Bro, saying that she wanted it for her father
to kill rats. AS she took her trunk home with
her. it would seem that she did not expect to
return to the Normal Institute. These facts
ror1ld i,1f 10 hot OH ,,
poison for the purpose of suicide.
She was buried at Bethlehem Church at II
O'Clock Monday morning. The funeral serv.
Ices were conducted by Rev. Mr.. Grouse, Pastor
of the Lutheran Church there. A large crowd
was present and much feeling was exhibited
She seems to have been general favorite with
everybody.
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Death of an EstimabIe Youth.

With universal regret have our people learn
ed that death has stilled forever the promising
young life of Willie X. Reese. In every heart
arose a sorrow for the gentle youth, and SYM
pathy for his mourning relatives. that bear a
proud tribute to the memory of his blameless
life. Having never been very robust, 1t is not
sururising that q severe illness should over
come his rather weak vitality; but as he was
fast approaching the limit of adolescence, it
was hoped, that, with the increase of years, the
strength of maturity would fit him to attain
that position in life which intellect and talent,
such 81 his, could surely reach. But alas! the
uncertainty of human calculation Even hope
full youth must wither in Deaths presence; nor
love, nor hope, nor any power beneath Omnip-
offence can stay his dread decree. But few
short weeks ago Willie was at work in Duns-
more's Business College, eagerly and success
fully fitting himself to meet the battle oflife.-
His unobtrusive disposition. and most becom-
ing gentleness, added to superior intelligence
placed him high in the respect and affection of
his companions. And the influence of his col
lege ties manifested itself SO sweetly in his dy-
ing hours, when he would mention affection
ately the name of the Professor he loved SO
well. After graduating at this Institution, he
went to a watering place to spend the summer.
and it was there death marked his victim.-
Falling sick, Willie returned home, soon to be
seized with an intermittent fever. The tender
solicitude and loving anxiety of father, moth
er, brothers, and sisters availed not to avert
the stern approach of death, and in his eigh-
tenth year, Willie K. Reese exchanged for i'm
mortality, his earthly pilgrimage The funeral
services were conducted by Rev. DR.. Strider.
May his sorrow stricken relatives be consoled,
and not mourn, for he who is faithful child of
God shall find sweet rest upon His loving
bosom forever.
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StauntOn Markets.
SPECTATOR OFFICE,
W. DOkI IOS

SPECTATOR OFFICE, |
Staunton. Va. July 18th. 1885.
The cheated term" has been prolonged with
severity. 1t is hoped the recent rains will be-
gin to bring about modification of its power
The dull season of summer is natural to trade
and commercial pursuits. but there is always
an anxiety to see it over and activity COM
mence along all business lines. When mid
summer is passed, then the reaction running
into the crowding times fall commences. It
is gladly welcomed from its first faint life, CIV
ing renewed activity till eliminating in the
richer realities of the seasons interchange be-
tween demand and supply. as they mutually
exist between the merchant, the manufactu-
rer and the agrlculturist. for after ALL it Is the
exchange of commodities which makes COM
munities strong and powerful and prosperous
But little wheat has been threshed. The
large oats. crop and hay-harvest requiring at
tention, the wheat can rest a while, in barns
and stacks, where 1t is undergoing action under
natural laws, much better for it when in the
straw than when in bulk after threshing.
Some few offerings and occasional purchases
have been made.
The scarcity of old hay has already made
drafts upon the new crop, which in a few in
stances is being delivered for shipment, The
first cargo, we believe, was delivered by Mr..
David Coiner and bought by P. B. Sublett &
Son. Attention is directed to the price current,
carefully revised, for quotations. Messrs. E. NJ
Cushing & Son report a very fair sale in num-
bers and prices at their Livestock Exchange
last Saturday.
A slight advance is noted in Western canvas
hams.
1.-THE quotations are wholesale, not retail
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DEATH OF Mr.. ROBERT S. HARNsBERGER,-
It becomes our painful duty to announce the
death of Mr.. Robert S. Harnsberger, which oc-
CURED at his residence four miles from this
city on last Sunday morning, in the 62nd year
Of his age. He had been in bad health for some
time but the immediate cause of his death, we
learn, was Inflammation of the bowels. He
was worthy and highly-esteemed citizen. an
honest, kind-hearted and affable gentleman,
whose death will be mourned by all who knew
him well, as we did for many years, for we
were for time school-mates when boys. His
remains were buried on yesterday at the Au-
gusta Church, and his funeral was attended by
large number of friends.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev.
Geo. L. Bitter, of Winchester, at present acting
as Pastor of the Augusta Church, assisted by
Rev. A. F. Laird, of Mt. Horeb.
The following were the pall-bearers:-
Sam1 H. McCue, F. NJ. Bell, Jacob P. Hamil-
ton, Sam'l Croft, Jas H. Backley. P. E. Wilson,
s. NJ Yost and j. II. Wayt.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1885-07-29
AYERS
Hair VigOr.

restores, with the gloss and freshness of
youth, faded or gray hair to a natural, rich
brown color, or deep black, as may be desired.
BY its use light or red hair may be darkened,
thin hair thickened, and badness often,
though not always, cured.
1t checks falling of the hair, and stimu-
lates weak and sickly growth to vigor. 1t
prevents and cures scurf and dandruff, and
heals nearly every disease peculiar to the
scalp. AS Ladies' Hair Dressing, the
yIGoR is unequalled; it contains neither oil
nor dye, renders the hair soft, glossy, and
silken in appearance, and imparts delicate,
agreeable, and lasting perfume. :.
MIR. C. P. BRIcHER writes from Kirby, o.,
July 8, 1882 " Last fall my hair commenced
falling out, and in short time 1 became
nearly bald. l used part of a bottle of
AYERS HAIR NIGoR, which stopped the fall
ing of the hair, and started new growth. L
have now full head OF hair growing vigor-
ously. and am convinced that but for the
use of your preparation should have been
entirely bald.'
J.W. bowen, proprietor of the McArthur
(Ohio) Enquirer, says LAYERS HAIR VIGoR
is most excellens preparation for the hair.
/ speak OF 1t from my own experience. Its
use promotes the growth of new hair, and
makes it glossy and soft The VIGoR is also
q sure NuhO AOA NohoAuA NOb WlLulu my
knowledge has the preparation ever failed
to give entire satisfaction
MIR. ANGUS FAIRBAIRN, leader of the
celebrated Fairbairn Family of Scottish
Vocalists, writes from Boston, Mass, Feb 6,
$780, "Ever since my hair began to give sill
very evidence of the change which heeting
time procureth, have used AYERS HAIR
VIGoR, and so have been able to maintain
an appearance of youthfulness-a matter of
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in the eyes OF the public
MRS. o. A. PRESCOTT, writing from IS Elm,
ST., ChGriestoaca, Mass, april IA, 1882 saws
"Two years ago about two-thirds of my hair
came off. 1t thinned very rapidly, and I was
fast growing bald. On using AYERS HAIR
VIGoR the falling stopped and a new growth
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before it fell. 1 regularly used but one bottle
OF the VIGoR, but now use it occasionally as
q dressing"
We have hundreds of similar testimonials
to the efficacy of AYERS HAIR VIGoR. 1t
needs but trial to convince the most skepti-
cal of its value.
PREPARED BY
Dr.. c. Aver & Co., Lowell, Mass.
Sold by all Druggists.
JAM 'S5-Iy CHI W
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IN MEMORIAM.

Resolutions of the members and ex-members
of DunsmOre'S Business College, on hearing
from their President, Prof j. G. Dunsmore, OF
the death of their former fellow student Willie
K. Reese. recent graduate of high honors =
WHEREAS, with grievous sorrow we the
members and ex-mem bers OF Dunsmore's Bust
ness College, behold the bright and youthful
form of our esteemed companion, Willie X.
Reese, smitten by the hand of death; and
whereas we are DESTROYS of expressing the deep
event; and whereas we would tender those
dearest to him. his grief stricken relatives, our
coincidence in this sudden bereavement of the
flower of their hope,
Resolved. That whilst with resignation we ac-
cept the decree of Him, whose Christening hand
is never uplifted bnt in mercy, we feel keeny
the loss of one, to whose gentleness, CHI istian
virtue, and high degree OF talents, we, one and
all do bear grateful testimony.
RESOLVED, That our sympathy be extended to
his father, mother, brothers and sisters in their
great trial. commenting them for consolation
to the loving Bosom of Him, who is the resur-
rection of the dead
Resolved, That we attend in a body, az Col
lege, the funeral of deceased.
ResolUed, That copies of these resolutions be
rendered, one to Prof. j. g. Dunsmore. for
whom deceased had an almost fiial affection
said copy to be filed on the records of this In
stitutiOn, another to the sorrOw-stricken mem
bers of deceaSed's household, and q third to be
inserted in the Staunton SPECTATOR, Valley
Virginian, and Staunton VindtcdtoT, once in
each.
G. w. FITZGERALD Chairman.
j. A. DODGE, Secretary.
M. B. HAMRICK,
H. WISE,
o. M. HoGSETT,
o. H. KENNEDY,
C. f. PICKER,
H. H. PATTERSON,
(yommittee
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A Iady,s Perfect COMPANION.

John FL. Dye. one of New YOrk's most skiIlful
physicians, shows thatpain is not necessary in
Childbirth but results from causes easily I'M
de stood and overcome. 1t clearly proves that
any woman may become a mother without suf-
fering any pain whatever. 1t also tells how to
overcome and prevent morning sickness,
swelled limbs. and all other evils attending
pregnancy. It is reliable and highly endorsed
by physicians everywhere as the wife's true
private companion. Cut this out; it will save
you great pain, and possibly your life. Send
two cent stamp for descriptive circulars. testi-
monials and confidential letter sent in sealed
envelope. Address FRANK THOMAS & Co.,
jy1-3m Publishers, Baltimore, Maryland
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Elder & Nelson, p. q.

TO CURE 0s NOT TO CURE.-Tbat is
J. the question, and the only question which
such persons as are afflicted with dyspepsia,
disordered bowels, loss of appetite, nervous
headache, constipation. and such other dis
eases as have their oragin in improper dises-
ton. We admit that sufferers had better bear
their ills than resort to remedies that they
know not; out when they have the assurance
of their friends and neighbors that BAKERS
BITTERS are an unfailing remedy for these
complaints; that they purify the blood.
strengthen the nervous system, quicken the
secretions, it is little strange that all who
suffer do not. seek relief by the use of them.
time and from their curative powers have be-
come an established family medicine in this
section of the country. Their properties are
without fear of injury and will prove an un-
failing tonic in all cases of loss of appetite.
Sold by Druggists in Staunton and else
where e. BAKER
Proprietor, Richmond Va.
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We Caution all Against Them

The unprecedented success and merit of
Ely's Cream Balm-a real cure for catarrh, hay
fever and cold in the head-has induced many
adventures TO place catarrh medicines bear
ing some resemblance in appearance, style or
name upon the market, in order to trade upon
the reputation of Eiy's Cream Balm. Many
in your immediate locality will testify in
highest commentator of it. Don't be de-
ceived. Buy only Ely's Cream Balm. A par
ticle is applied to each nostril; no pain; agree
able to use. Price fifty cents; of druggists.
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FANCY HILL FOR SALE.-For some weeks
past, D. E. Laird, ESQ.,. has advertised Fancy
HILL" in Rock bridge county, for sale. The adj
vertisement will be found in the SPECTATOR
and should attract the attention Of any person
desiring finely-located, fertile Valley farm
Situated on the main thoroughfare, and about
midway between Lexington and the Natural
Bridge, it possesses the very best general adj
vantages, both for residence and for farming
pursuits. 1t has splendid brick dwelling with
ten rooms, and all necessary farm-buildings in
good repair. The tract contains about 400 acres,
so of which are in forest.
The property will be offered at auction on the
18th of August.
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LEGAL NOTICES.

CoMMISsIO SER'S OFFICE.
stanton, July 10th. 1885.
ID eeves's Admir-
LII vs..
Hanna's Admir-, dc.
All parties interested in this cause are mott
fed that Will, on the 10Th day of august ne1t
at my Office in Staunton, proceed to take aud
tered in the foregoing cause on the Goth day o.
May. 1885. JOHN NJ. KINNEY,
jyl54t Com missioner.
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LAND SALES.
DUBLIC SALE OF vALUABLE PIE

DUBLIC SALE OF VALUABLE PER-
4 SONAL PROPERTY.-By virtue of two
oeeds OF trust to secure creditors. from w. W.
McGufhn, of record in the Clerks office of Au-
gusta County Court, the one recorded Sept. s,
t 1854 to the undersigned, John ". Stout. Trus-
undersigned, A. G. Gordon, Trustee, and by
virtue OF certain executions against said W.
". McGufi1n, "a the hands ofthe undersigned,
a. u. Lightner, s. A. c.. we will sell on the
McGuffin farm (Fort Lewis, on the Staunton
ana New Hope road, one and a-half miles east
OF Staunton, on Saturday, august Stls, 1885, the
fourteen Cows, four Horses, one Mower, one
Rake, one Drill. one Milk Wagon, one Wheat
IAN one Mastcator, one Cider Mill, two Bug
giles, and one set of Harness
TERMS: Sixty-day notes, with satisfactory
endorsers.
JOHN. w. STOUT. Trus 'ee,
A. @. GORDON. Trustee
JyS-4t A. b. LIGHTNER, s. a. C.
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ANNALS OF AUGUSTA COUNTY MANY who
desire to have copy of the Annals of Augusta
County, by Joseph A. Waddell, and do not feel
able to pay the price of the illustrated Histor-
1cal Atlas Of Augusta County, in which it is
printed, will be pleased TO learn that they can
obtain it, printed separately. at Olivier's Book
store at the low price of rs cents, or by mail
with 10 cents extra.
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PosTMAsTERs APPoINTED.-Among the Post
masters recently appointed are the following:
Mrs. o. e. Beard, Parnassus, Augusta county;
A N. Bell, Goshen Bridge, Rockbridge county;
R. j. Anderson. Rockbridge Baths; ]. B. Pitzer.
Covington, Allegheny county.
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We invite attention to the advertisement Of
Miss L. Conway Stevens, daughter of the late
Capt. Joseph NJ. Stevens, of Middleburg, Lou
doun CO., Va. who desires a position as teacher
in private family. We would commend her
to such as want teacher.
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HORTICULTURE,

We acknowledge the recei pit of copy of the
Premium List and general rules and regula-
lions of the Greenbrier Valley Industrial Ex-
position to be held at Anderson, W. Va, on the
18th. 18th, 18th and 10th Of next October.
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AN AMBITIOUS Boy HAS GREAT FALL
On Monday of last week. Rosebro, eleven years
old, SON of Mr.. 8. F. Hoffman, living near Mt.
Scion. whilst on visit to the "Cyclopean Tow
ers" IN that nelghborhood. attempted to climb
up the side of that natural tower of stone, and
when he had assembled to the height of about 40
feet, his hold slipped, and he fell among the
fragments of rock at the base of the tower,
which resulted in breaking his leg and other
wise 1njuring him. 1t is wonder that he was
not killed. Drs. Hartsook and Clarke rendered
the necessary surgical attention, and it is hoped
that he will recover and escape being made
cripple.
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DEATHS.
Obituaries are cnaTo GU f,i dttUe7 tssSnG rate
NoticesOf deaths DudlisheaarctntsouslD

REEsE.-William Kennon Reese son of DR.. r..
P. Reese, died in Stsunton on July 25th, 1885,
aged IL years and 10 months.
MANN.-ln Staunton, Saturday evening last,
of dysentery, Oliver T. Mann, formerly OF
Culpeper county, aged 81 years. II months,
and days.
GoRMAN.-A At jennings Gap, Augusta county,
on Saturday last, Bridget German, aged rs
years. formerly OF Ireland.
MEYERs.-In Allegheny county, July 18th, at
the residence of her husband, Mr.. Augustus
Meyers, Mrs. Bette Walton Meyers, for many
years an efficient school teacher of that coun-
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CIGARs. TOBACCO, CIGARETTEs.-

The undersigned, at his new stand, one door
west of the Opera House, is conducting his
business as above in full lines. He manufac-
lures all his Cigars, and of good material. He
offers them in a variety OF brands and styles
He invites the strictest scrutiny, knowing that
his goods will give satisfaction.
H9- Country merchants and all dealers are
requested to give him a trial.
ie24-gm NJ F. PETERFISH,
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MINSTRELs CoMING.-Mr. Geo. H. Lennox,
General Agent for McIntire & Heath's Grand
Spectacular Minstrels, has made arrangements
Tor the exhibition of that company here on the
list OF August. This company carry their own
scenery with them. They offer an attractive
programme.