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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

DWELLING BURNED.-On the LIST inst,
between and O'Clock in the morning,
the residence of Mr.. j. w. Airey, on Mid
die river. with nearly all its contents, was
consumed. The entire household and
Kitchen furniture. with the exception of
one bed, and probably one or two other ar
sicles, were burned, as well as the clothing
Of the whole family, with the exception OF
what they had on their persons. The fire
at is thought originated at the cooking
stove. Mrs. AireV and her daughter were
0nt gathering berries. a short distance
frOm the house, and discovered the smoke
issling from the sides of the house, the
doors and windows being closed. The house
was insured in the East Augusta Mutual
Insurance Company, for $500. and cost
$500. The additional loss by the fire will
reach at least 5000. MIR. Airy is an indus
trions, hardworking mechanic and worthy
citizen and the loss falls heavily upon
him.
Mr.. Airey is preparing to rebuild and
desires us to publicly express his thanks
not only to the neigabors who sought to
rescue his property, but ALSO to his Ger
man Baptist and other friends. who. since
then, have so generally come to his assis
lance.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

The taxable property of Rockingham
county amounts to $9,975, 1865, $500, 900 Of
which is the assessment for Harrisanhurg.
The Board of Supervisors has fixed the
rafe this year at As cents on the 800,
which is four cents less than last year, Oh
account of the reduced expenses of the
county. The total amount of tax to bs
collected, including State AID county, will
re less than 100000.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08
Parnassus Items.

Reported for The VIRGiNIAN.I
The recent heavy rains have seriously
damaged the roads.
The wheat harvest is nearly over and
would be finished, but for the apparently
untimely rain. Many of our farmers have
secured their hay crops almost IN toto.
Stribling has re-opened with about thir-
teen visitors. The grounds and buildings
have lately undergone a thorough renova-
tion. Mr.. Kinney. the proprietor, is quite
unwell.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

SEVERE Loss TO THE SCHOOLS. Prof
W. A. Bowles. late Superintendent of the
City Schools, and Prof. G.. z. Perry, late
Principal of the High School, have botl
been elected to positions in the Public
Schools of Richmond. 1t is rarely that
two such educators are found, and theil
loss to Staunton is very serious one.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

Judge F. q. Wingfeld. who is one OF The
oldest judges in the State, was seized
with sudden illness en- the bench, while
holding lis court in Nelson county last
week. He was consequently compelled to
adjourn the session, and now lies quite i'll
at his home in Liberty, Bedford county.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

MARRIAGE.-On the LIST inst, MI. JACOB
F. l4andes, of Milnesville, Augusta coun-
ty, Va, married Miss Sallie A. CLARK, al
the residence of the brides father, MT.
William Clark. near Mt. Scion, Augusta
CT unity, Va. The Rev. B. b. White per-
Axned the ceremony. The bride is a
beautiful and accomplished woman and
will prove jewel to her husband who is
one of the most intelligent and successful
young men of lower Augusta.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

THE FOURTH OF JULY was celebrated
by a turn out of the Stonewall Band, in
their new and handsome helmets, this
being the first occasion upon WHICH these
hats have appeared. They are very styl-
ish, carrying handsome white plume and
form On attractive top off, to the neat
uniform. When it comes to brass bands,
StauutOn can lay over anything in the
South, and the older the 'Stonewall'
grows, the bigger and better it becomes.
The Staunton Light Guards (col'dl,
Capt Smith, commanding, also paraded
on the fourth, headed by the colored Band.
and made good display.
Apart from the closing of the banks and
post Office, there were no indications OF a
special celebration of Independence day.
Many enjoyed their holiday by turn in
the country, the livery business being
lively.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

A PLEASANT AFFAIR.-The excursion
given by the Brotherhood of Locomotive
Fireman on last Saturday was availed OF
by q number of the members OF Staunton
Assembly Z. of T., topay a fraternal visit
to their brethren of Richardson Assembly
of Clifton Forge, in response to an invi-
tation previously extended. The excur-
sionists reached their destination about
IL O'Clock, and were met at the Station
by the Clifton Forge Knights, and FORM
ing in procession Stonewall Brigade
Band who accom- pa MED the party, at the
head-marched to Moody Hall, where a
union meeting of the two assemblies was
held. After the exchange OF civilities
and the transaction of business of inter-
est to both organizations, the line was
again formed, and taking in the town,
marched to a beautiful grove some distance
Up the river, where platform had been
erected. Under the inspiring strains of
Prof. Koontg's orchestra, dancing was
begun, and lnterspefssd by selections from
the old Stonewall was kept up until din
ner was announced. And dinner it was
one that no one need be ashamed of and
rendered more palatable by the fair hands
which dispensed it. And just here, 1T
may be well to remark. that Clifton Forge
has just cause to be proud of her ladies,
for it is doubtful if handsomer ones, ana
as many of them can be found in any town
In the State.
After dinner, besides dancing, there was
match game of base ball. between the
Clifton Forge nine and nipe made up
from the railroad shops, which resulted in
victory for the former. At night dan.
cling was resumed and kept up until the
train left. at 1915.
A noticeable feature Of the occasion
was the good order and decorum which
prevailed. Drinking was INDUCED in by
very few, and by them to a very limited
extent The Stauntonians reached home
at i:l5, well pleased with their trip. A.
together it was day that will long be re-
membered by those who participated:
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08


BOARD OF SUPERvIsoRs.-A full meet
ing of the Board of Supervisors was held
on Monday last, for the purpose of laying
the county levy, which was done az fol-
lows
The real and personal property OF
sll.54ll ,2Qa. at lac. on siOO. pro-
And IN itithabes siid % %
Total. .427 "a
OF this total. IS. 600 Is set apart for road DAM
ages and bridges.
This levy was increased ~ cents on the $780,
because of appropriations for land-damages,
roads, building bridges. and for .enlarging and
improving the jail. The first bridge to go up
viii! DO at Dudley's Mill, on the Chuichville
road, over Middle River; another over the same
stream on the Mt Scion road; and another at
Waynesboro over the South River. The citi-
zens of that section of the county raised $500
and the Board OF Supervisors appropriated
81 200 for the bridge at Dudleys Mill.
The school levies are 10 cents for county
school purposes in each of the districts Dis
trlct levies for school purposes are as follows:
Riverheads and Pastures, 10 cents each, and
Beverly Manor, Middle River, and South
River, cents each on the $780,
In the districts which pay 10 cents under this
levy there Is an addition of "a cents over last
year. In the three districts paying cents
there is a reduction on account Of the road-.ax
The road-tax in the several districts is as fol-
lows:
Beverly Manor and North River, I2ls CT nts
each.
Middle River and Riverhe IDS 10 cents each.
South River and Pastures, 8 cents each.
Further timS was allowed the Treasurer and
pthey county officers In which to make their
annual reports.
4. A. Fuleher, VIVA. A. Burnett. anl H. B.
Seig were appointed committee to make q
careful survey of the county Jail and make re-
port, with plans. estimates, &C., for its i'm
proyement and enlargement.
$3.50 were appropriated out Of the levy of 1881
to pay off CLAIMS sor sealps of foxes. cata.
mounts, hawks. owls. &C.. and other claims
We're ordered TO be paid out of the levy OF 1885
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

UNIVERSITY GRADUATES. AT the re-
cent close of the session of the University
of Virginia, Taylor Mccoy of this place
was graduated in German, and A. S. War
wick in French and German, and Chas.
Catlett in General and Industrial Chem
istry, and in Analytical and Agricultural
Chemistry.
C. w. Rodgers, of Hightown, Highland
county was graduated i'll Medicine with
the title M. ID.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

DEATH OF SAINT SHECKL EFT. Mr.. Sam j
Shecklett, probably the oldest citizen of
Harrisonburg, died suddenly on Wednes-
day last, aged So years. He had lived in
that place ever since his early manhood,
and was one of the most successful and
popular merchants for many years in the
Valley of Virginia. Some years ago he
retired from active mercantile pursuits on
a competency, since which time he had
been engaged in attending to his personal
affairs and discharging the duties of Pres.
ident of the Valley Turnpike. He was
universally esteemed for his sound judg-
ment, accurate business methods, high in.
tegrity and christian character. He leaves
but one child, Mr.. Henry Shacklett, who
succeeded to the business the father had
SO long conducted, and who is now one of
the most prosperous merchants in that
place. He was a member of the Baptist
church, but cultivated catholic relation
with all denominations, especially the
| Methodist, of which church his wife
| is Il consistent and devoted memter.-
Rev. DR.. j. S. Gardner, pastor of the
Staunton NJ. E. Church, South, was sum-
moned by telegraph to attend his funeral
and ofliciate at his burial, which occurred
| on Thursday last.
! Mr. Shacklett had been in declining health
for several years past, but not confined to
his room. On the day of his death, he
| had his dinner brought to his sitting DOM
and partook OF it sparingly, A short time
afterwards, symptoms Of sudden illness
| we're manifested, and in few moments he
| passed away while supported in the arms
| of his nurse.
| Few men have ever lived in the Valley
and maintained such prominent relations
to the business public, who have encoun-
tered less harsh attrition and so uniform
ly retained the confidence of community.
He leaves the Inheritance of good name
to those who survive him. and has passed
away to the reward of the faithful chris
| tian
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Irish Home Rule.

Mr.. VIM. j. Burke has left at the VIR-
GINIAN office subscription paper for par
ties who desire to make contributions to
the Irish Home Rule Fund. The paper
was sent by Mr.. James l.. Capston, Chair
man of Branch No. /, Richmond Irish
League. The cause is one which appeals
to every lover of liberty, and we trust that
all who are able to do so will subscribe.
The name Of each contributor and the
amount contributed will be published from
time to time
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improvements.

The improvements that have been made
in the buildings belonging to Maj. Ed. Nc
Mahon, on North Augusta and New SITS
are both useful and attractive. The mair
building on North Augusta street, has
been remodeled from top to bottom, inside
and outside, neatly papered and painted
and reconstructed in its entire arrange
ment The first floor is divided into four
separate rooms. one of which is occupied
by E. A. Mcmahon as a family grocery.
The Others are adjusted for store-roOms
offices, or most any kind of business, we'll
arranged and convenient. The second and
third floors are used as q residence, which
have been neatly finished and handsomely
carpeted, making an airy, commodious and
exceedingly comfortable home. On North
| New street there are five brick tenement
houses, each with five rooms, gas fixtures,
water in each yard, sewerage, and all
minor convenienceS. On Points street,
there are three four.rOoin dwellings, each
with like conveniences with the five on
New street. Each building has its separ-
ate yard and hydrant, with back en-
trance for wood, coal. &C., and sewerage
All of these apartments have recently
been thoroughly remodeled, repainted and
replastered, and offer as cosy and comfort.
able accommodations as can be found in
the city, and Of themselves constitute an
agreeable relief to the neighborhood and
add to its attractions. These buildings
are for rent on very reasonable terms to
good tenants, and we know of no houses
where more comforts and conveniences
can be found for the money asked.
Maj. Mcmahon has also been placing
the hand of Improvement on the Evans
property, on North Augusta, ChurchvilIe
and Lewis streets, The large and attrac-
tive residence has been repainted, new
porches in front and rear constructed,
new window blinds attached. and the
whole building renovated. This PROF.
erty embraces a splendidly constructed
brick building, built of the best material
and by the best workmen, and containing
eighteen or twenty rooms The lot con-
tains over four acres of ground, fronting
on three streets-abOut 800 feet on Angus
ia. about $50 on Churchyille and about the
same ON Lewis. 1t is almost park as it
is, there icing numerous shade and fruit
trees throughout the grounds, and with
but little expense and attention could be
made one of the most attractive places in
the Valley.
The citizens of North Augusta street
ought to congratulate themselves on the |
accession to their neigborhood of so useful |
and philosophical citizen as Maj. Nc
Mahon. He doesn't sickle at little things.
When he sees an improvement is needed, |
he goes ahead and makes it, and in this /
way has added much to the value of prop |
erty IN the northern portion of the city,
and to the comfort Of renters in offering
them clean, convenient houses, with mod
ern improvements at minimum rental. |
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

RESPONSIBLE POSITION FOR YOUNG
MAN.-Mr. Jno. V. Goode, son CT DR.. W.
III. GoOde, of this city, has been appointed
to the superintendency of the entire Wa
bash system west of the Mississippi
having under his charge over 600 miles of
railroad. He is not yet % years of age,
and has won his way to this high position
with no other assistance than his talent,
energy and determination to succeed. The
ssituatiuH came to him unsolicited. The
salary is very handsome one. 1t has
been but a few gears since John was a
bright telegraph messenger in Staunion
After leaving here, he went west and rose
step by step in his profession. II there is
anything b yo'sd his present position ne
will win it. if life and strength are spared
him.
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A Good Movement.

The town council of Waynesboro have
exempted from taxation, for term of
years, the new creamery now in course of
erection at that point, by Mr.. r. G.
Wright. In this way the town is show
ing its appreciation of the value of indus
trial plants, and advertising to the world
that it wants manufactures there. 1t is
this manifestation of liberality that in this
age OF strong competition tells effectually.
We are also gratified to learn that there
is strong probability of an extensive man
ufactory being started at Waynesboro
junction. 1t is to be bark mill and
mandatory of dyes, and will probably
employ about forty hands. Once set the
ball in motion and it will grow with won
derful rapidity.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

GENEALOGICAL TREE OF THE LEE
FAMILY-Mrs. Hattie Mann Marshall Is
in the city soliciting subscriptions to a
handsomely executed Autograph OF the
genealogical tree of the Lee family. Ii
shows the entire family line from the
arrival of its progenitor in this country
and will prove very entertaining 10 those
who delight in the study of ancestry. The
Autograph is on exhibition at Mr.. DIV
ier's book store.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

DUNsMoRE's BUSINESS CGLLEGE.-We
direct attention to the advertisement of
.Dunsmore s Business College. This is an
Institution that is doing good work for
Virginia. Every year it turns out young
ameE Uho are thoroughly prepared to enter
immediately upon business pursuits. 1t is
Aege, and the student who passes through
its course is well equipped for the battle
of life. So high reputation does the
school enjoy that there is always a demand
fer it's graduates, and very few there are
who fail to step from its door into paying
positions. Those who desire practical
business training should write at once for
a catalogue.
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Election of Delegates.

On Saturday last the delegates from
Staunton and Augusta county were elected
to the Democratic Congressional Conven-
ton, which meets in Lexington on the
2sth of this month. All of these delegates
favor the nomination of Capt. James
Bamgardner, Jr., of this city. At some
of the meetings strong resolutions were
adopted looking to that end. The follow.
| ing are the delegates
Sfauaton. Ward No. Nv. H. Weller, Thos,
Kivllghan, Logan Turner and N. NJ Warner
Ward No. 2-G. NJ. Cochran, Jr w. II. Fowle
and A. G. Braxton.
Beverley Manor-J. W. Todd, H. F. Lyle, A.
Middle Riser.-J. Fl. Crawford. W. II. Moor
man. +. B. Burke, j: s Craig and W. A. Mann.
Charles Patrick, P. 7. Burkhoider, AbsaIom
Koiner, j. w. Churchman.
Corkle, W. w. Hamilton, Thomas ' NJ, Smiley
Geo. P. Lightner, r. w. Mcclure and Sam,l f.
Piison, delegates. with the following alter
Spencer VIM. C. McKemy, G.. T. Jordan, W. NJ.
Brown and Frank Pilson.
Glare, j. K. Hidy. sxa.eszs
North Rirer.-H. 3. Neral. J. A. Hamrick, w.
H. Gamble, j. II. Wise, John W. Crist.
HIGHLAND COUNTY
Elected the following delegates, who are
said to be also favorable to Bumgardner's
nomination
Bluegrass Districts. A. Porter and ]. A.
Buzzard, delegates w. w, Hevener and Adam
Stephenson, alternates.
Monterey District.-W. w. Benson and L. H.
stevenson, delegates H. H. Seybert and NJ +.
Wiley, alternates.
Sto'eoaH Dist,fct-H. Il. Jones and ]. B. Brad
shaw, delegates s. c. Eagle and l.. M. Me-
Chung alternates.
ALLEGHANY AND BATH.
We have not been able to obtain the list
OF delegates from Allegheny and Bath
They have been appointed, however, and
are said to be strong for Bumgardner.
If these reports are correct, Capt Bum
gardner will have a solid delegation from
west of the Ridge, with the exception of
Rockbridge, where Col. w. A. Anderson
will probably be the choice 1t is also
claimed that some of the delegates from
Eastern Virginia will support the Augusta
candidate, and that his nomination will
be secured on the first or second ballot.
We trust it may be So Capt. Bum
gardner will take defeat as gracefully as
any one we know of or if Democrat is
to be elected there is none we should pre-
fer to him.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08

OFF FOR AN OUTINa.-On Monday
next DIR. Traphagen, Prof. Webb, Messrs.
Geo. Paul, Lacy Gibson. w. w. Gibbs,
Frank Merriken, and a number of others
start north on o canoeing expedition.
They will enter Middle river at Bowling Is
mill, and thence follow the meanderingS
of the waters to Harper's Ferry, where
the party will separate in different direc-
tions. TIhe trip will require about a
week s absence. and most pleasant time
| is expected.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-07-08
REAT REDUCTION
ROLAND PHO us

10 close out stock of Roland pIows, Land
sldes. &c, bought of Brown 4 Eakie we offer
them at SO and $40 respectively
Secure bargains while you can at
april LYNN Il cos.
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CLOSING OUT HIS ENTIRE sTOCI
SUMMER GOODS
AT A SACRIFICE!
is MAKING A.

INDIA LINEN worth l5c. for loc.
/" Csc. l5c.
A" Soc " 25c
Cross bar NAINSOOK worth Ice for l0c.
:. :" ts Doc. l5c.
White Plaid Dress Goods worth Csc. for 1876
q" Satin Stripe zoe l5c
BEST LINEN LAWNS at half price
l21ac. LAWN at lOc.
l0c &c.
SC. &C.
Beautiful Imported SAIrEEsNS al 2uc
yard wide PERCAIlE at zoe.
l yard wide CHEESE CLOTH 5 different
colors. at Sc.
Best quality Elack and White SUMMER
SILKS worth 60c. we sell at f5c. Fancy Sum-
mer Silk-same goods at the same price.
COVE have great many handsome goods
which would be impossible to describe.
Our HAMBURGS In all colors, and SWISS
EMBROIDERY. are hard to beat. in price and
in quality.
WE HAVE A HANDSOME STOCK OF EGYPT
IAN LACES AND FLOUNCINGS WHICH
WILL NOW BE SACRIFICED.
Table Linen, rnwels, Napkins, and other
housekeeping articles at very low prices.
WHITE BED SPREADS At HALF
PRICE.
This is great opnostanity for this time of
the year.
ss-so we invite everybody to come and sea
whether they wish 10 purchase or not.
Come and Get a fua'of 0n' 75c. Kid Gtoues,
They ore Genuine, and Handsomely EN-
broidered on the back. They are
,veH avorth S1.25.
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C LADK E :

&c L A D K E
is MAKING A.
GRAND CHANGE IN HIS STORE
AND
CLOSING OUT HIS ENTIRE STOCK
OF
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Maj. J. Fl. Dinneen is in the city.
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GTRAYED.-From the farm of the subscriber
~ near Spring Hill, on the 18th of June, a
-LIGHT RED MULY COW
some white on the belly, about years old. No
special marks remembered she was lately
purchased in Albemarle and has probably gone
IN that direction. suitable reward will be
pald ior her return, information that WIKI
lead to her recovery. Address
A. L. BERRY,
lneA IT Long Glade, Augusta Co., Va,
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7. S.-MRS GLADKE is the Agent foe the fol-
lowing articles "Harper's Bazaar Patterns -
POST Combination Sewing Machine" this is
the greatest Machine in the world. CDR. War
ner's celebrated Corsets - also "Farrow's Pearl
Toilet Cream," and French Indellfble stamp-
ing" jlyi