The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1886-08-26

gated as the hues of the rainbow and she'd
ding their fragrance in rich profusion,
literally bathing the senses in their sweet
aroma. The game was arranged under
the auspices of Mrs. Hughes, and as it
was the second time of its play, progressed
in much better order and occasioned more
enjoyment than on the previous occasion.
There were six tables and twenty four anx
ious and nervous ladies and gentlemen.
hopeful Of the first prize and fearful Of the
last. At the conclusion Of the two hours
contest, it was found that Mrs. Hughes,
the winner of the prize in the former
game, had eleven trophies and was enti-
tied to the prize Of q beautiful card case.
The last, or BOBBY prize, a mouse trap, was
awarded to popular Staunton married
lady, great favorite here. There
were three gentlemen who scored nine
games-Mr. Lancaster, Mr.. Burnle Fey
ton and your correspondent, and in de-
terrnining by lot the assignment Of the
prize, handsome album, 1t fell to the
latter.
After the conclusion of the ceremony of
awardment, the proprietor and his esti-
mable lady, held in reserve surprise for
the entire party. The drawing room was
thrown. open and table extending the
length of the apartment was exposed Ia
dened with fruits and nuts and ice cream
and cake. all tastefully and artistically ar
ranged, which were partaken OF cheerily
by the delighted guests. The occasion
was appropriate for extending thanks to
Mr.. Peyton and his lady for their thought
full consideration Of the party, and this
duty was entrusted to Col. Mayo who i'm
proved it as only practiced stump-speaker
could. His fitting remarks were properly
responded to. and the gleeful company re.
turned to the parlor, to listen to the
sweet voice of Mrs. Hefiebower, as it
trilled in song and sentiment. A sigh for
"a touch of a vanished hand
4 And the Bound OF a voice that ia STILL
metaphorically speaking, in the absence OF
Mrs. Leake, whose presence had added SO
much to the pleasure Of the visitors, was
| instinctively uttered, as the consciousness
Of her departure was sensibly realized.
1t was an evening pleasantly and ration
ally spent, and will form an agreeable
reminiscence Of the associations at Mill
boro Springs for the season of 1896.
A children,s ball was the diversion for
Tuesday night. 1t was participated in by
all the little ones at the Springs, under the
tutilage Of the Misses Workman, and Mrs.
Hefiebower at the piano. 1t was happy
occasion not only to the actual partici-
pants, but to those who witnessed the joy
GUS faces of the children as they glided
through the innocent mazes of the dance.
Your correspondent has come in contact
with number of familiar faces of the
olden time since he has been here. Mr..
James Hawkins owns splendid farm on
the Cowpasture, Of 800 acres, few miles
| from here, and with him is MIR. G.. w,
Parker, who is handling for Mr.. s.. his
extensive herds of cattle. They both are
looking well and give assurance OF health
and prosperity.
These notes will here close, as your cor
respondent will return to his post of labor
ere they reach your readers. In leaving
this very agreeable and healthful place, he
ayails himself of the occasion to express
his thanks to the managers OF the Springs
for the comforts assured and kind atten-
lions extended, and to bear his testimony
to the excellent arrangements and almost
perfect appointments. everything consid-
cred. which have contributed to the graft
fication and improvement of every one
who has favored Millboro Springs with his
or her presence this season. Mr.. Peyton
and his associate. Col. Harper, leave moth
ing undone to please, and are always pres
emit and ready to anticipate the comfort,
convenience and enjoyment OF their guests,
while Mai. w. FL. Watts lends his genial
countenance to add to the attractions of
the place. 81
Nor should the servants be forgotten. A
more polite, attentive and well-disposed
corps never administered to the wants of
guests. w. B. Davenport, Of Staunton, is
chief in the dining room, and with him
and through all the grades Of authority,
order, decorum and promptness constitute
the rule.
Prince Alexander Deposed.
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