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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-20
CHAS. A. CABRERA, 32 Hawley
ST.. Boston, Mass. writes:

Zone year ago was apparently SO far
gone with Consumption that my life
seemed only question of days rather than
months. With my faith in the ability of
physicians to hel p me all gone, tried al
most every known remedy, with no appar-
ent benefit Finally, as a last resort. was
induced to try DR.. R. G.. Flowers Lung
Cordial. The very first dose gave me re-
lief, and with the first bottle | took new
lease OF life, and can horestly say to-day
that one spoonful of his remedy is worth
more to the sufferer from Lung troubles
than gallon of any other known remedy.
A bottle of it is now one of nv choicest
possessions, and at the first symptom of a
cough or cold, fly to it for the relief it
never fails to give"
DIR. FLOWERS LUNG COR
DIAL is without question the most
wonderful Lung remedy ever dis
covered. 1t eradicates the germ of
CONSUMPTION AS NO RENE
DY HAS EVER BEEN KNOWN
TO DO. 1t stands without a rival
for COUGHS, COLDS, BRON-
CHITIS, ASTHMA and CON-
SUMPTION.
Price 81 90 per bottle. A copy
of DR.. Flowers Rules for the
Treatment of Consumption accom-
panes each bottle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-20
Polo.
RoCKLAND, Feb. |

RoCKLAND, Feb. 10.
At polo tonight the II. NJ. BIS of this city
heat the Boston Columbias of the Massachu-
setts Independent league by three straight
goals in a finely played but short game.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-20

John Kickaby, theatrical manager. Of
New York, was buried from the Little
Church Around the Corner" Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-20

Some of the weavers in the Everett mills
I.wrence. Mass, becoming dissatisfied witn
the the advance in wages struck Friday after
noon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-20
BY TELEGRAPH,
WEATHER REPORT,
"icatlons for the Mex, "a Honr.


War Department,
VIZ oince OF the Chief Signal Officer.
a'nine'on, D.. G., Feb. 2o,-l A. NJ.
FOR New England, light local rain turning
in.o snow followed by fair weather decdedlv
coider' cold wave winds shifting to westerly d.
'.'"e preceded IN the extreme eastern DOR
lion oy falling barometer; cantionarv signals
from New Haven to Eastport
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-20
FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL
New loIA stock Market.
Chicago Produce Market.

CHICAGO, Feb. 10.
tLoUs-steady
WHEAr-easier No. 2 Chicago SprinR, 7glaSli;
Feb. 7SI 79l.
CogN-frmer at IS.
HATs- firm 30I.
Rvg-e easier So
BARLEY-hrn 60
PoRR - at IL 05 a IL 10
LARD at OH a @ 10.
BULK MRAT-SbolideTs, 800, Short rib. 80;
Shor' clear. IS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1886-02-20
MAINE DISPATCHES.
BLOODY TRAGEDY.

rrenchman Kills His Vile With an
axe and Then Shoots Himse. 4 Through
the Heart.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17
For the SPEcTAToR.E

INDIAN MoNEY.-Every one now seems t
have the specimen craze, myself included
Not long ago received from Washington Ter.
rltory a nice box of real Indian money. The
lady who sent it to me. says that years ae'
Der husband was an Indian trader, and Will.
among the Alaska Indians he collected thi,
queer currency, and now having no use for
sent II to me. The Indian money, or IVAN
pum," as they called 1t, Is rare sea-shell. al
inch or more In length. the size around Of /,
large knitting needle. tapering. slightly bent
and hollow. The value OF each piece to then
was cts 1 have quite bit more of this In
dian money than care for, and. the Edito
willing. viii say anyone who would like :
specimen OF Wampum may have it and vel
come by sending = stamp for postage.
MRS F. A. WARNER,
East Saginaw. Mich.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17
Ill EKenry'a Miastrely.

This celebrated minstrel troupe gave most
excellent performance In the Opera House
last Friday night. Notwithstanding the very
Indictment weather. they had a very good au
dience. who greatly enjoyed the performance.
as was manifested by their frequent and rap
turous applause.
All of the vocaliats sang well and each was
encored. The pc TO nance was unique and
varied in character and each feature was wei
presented. Where all did SO we'll, it would h.
invidious to discriminate. Some of the per
formauces were not only interesting. huttrul,
wonderful as In the def manipnlations of th
banjo, violin. bones and tamborine by Ton
English-the balance cog of Johnny Patten-
the equilibrations of the Egyptian 'uggle1,
orke-the perfect impersonation OF a feminine
blonde by James Mack. and the artistic corner
solo by Hi Henry. Should this troupe again
faver our city with visit, as 1t ia hoped II
will. 1t may rest assured that 1t will be hearth.
ly welcomed, and Will be greeted by full
house.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17
LETTER FROM NELSON.

ALTON, Nov. 18th, 1885.
EDITOR SPECTAToR:-Ths result of the late
election is still being common ted upon about
here-pro and con. Our opinion is-about one
third of the D. mocratic party failed to vote for
various conservation caused the apparent
Republican triumph. Tbs Republican party
did not poll their full party vote by about one
fourth. Better luck next time-"up and at
'em boys" The young folks rejoining their
destinies "for better or worse" and all is
''merry as q marriage bell" around here. Two
Of Mr. James McCues sons have lately married
and Miss Julia Lipscoub was married on last
Wednesday to one of Fluvanna's richest sons.
On dit: that the belle of Alton will be the next
votary at the shriue OF Hymsn, and will join
the married majority Nov. 9th. Business
seems 10 be brisk. Quite a lively trade is still
carried on here In tan.bark and cross-ties.
Farmers are gathering and housing their corn
crops, which are generally good. The seeded
wheat is not looking well, owing to the dry
fall.
Our nurserymen have done fine business this
autumn. After dry aud pleasant fall. winter
Ia coming on. The mountain-sides are getting
bare of foliage and Humpback and the high er
peak have already been capped with snow
and Toe. MORE ANON
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17
CITY COUNCIL.

The City Council was in regular session last
night. President Cochran in tho Chair.
Mr.. Tams, from the Finance Committee, re-
ported the execution of per cent bond to
the Sinking Fund for sl9,5OO 10 run 20 years
and to take up similar amount now due of 8
per cent bonds. which was approved.
An order was made for the purchase Of q
tons of Goa, with the authority to increase it
double that amount. from VIM. @. Kinney for
city purposes.
Mr.. Oberdorfer presented a report from the
Committee on the poor asking for an appro-
priation OF 50 go to build an Aims house, It
was re- committed to the Com mittee with In
struction to obtain bids and prepare agree
meuts with a contractor and report to the
Council.
On motion of Mr.. Teabo, the annual appro-
priation OF 500 was made to the Augusta Fir,
Company and the Hook and Ladder Company
Mr.. Bargamin ask ed for an appropriation to
make certain improvements at the Pump
house. which was referred with instructions IL
ascertain the cost.
J. A. Cochran, w Tams and John Nc
Quaide were on motion Of Mr.. Bargamin an
pointed proxies for the city in the Valley Rail
road Company.
A number # petitions, some Of private in.
terest, were referred and other business ad
vanoed in due course of consideration.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17
Person al.

DR.. W. A. Picker. son OF Mr.. J. A. Picker OF
this city, has removed to Birmingham, Ala,
to practice his profession.
Cards are out for the marriage of Mr.J. E.
Rollins of this city, assistant cashier in the
National Valley Bank of Staunton, and Miss
Virginia, daughter of Mr.. q. +. Chef, of Cul-
pepper, on Tuesday next, the 23rd inst. In the
Baptist Church of that place.
The following personals are from the High
la.d Recorder of Saturday last:-
"Mr. ]. R. Hidy and wife and wife's sister,
Miss Lou Craig. of Craigsviile. who have been
visiting in Highland returned home this week
Rob., G. Byers, Esq. and wife and Mr.. John
Byers are visiting friends In Highlznd.
Mr.. Oscar Wiley and lady. of wilsonsviIle,
are IN Augusta county attending the Baptist
Association. which meets at Staun ton.
Mr.. Geo. Dudley and lady Of Augusta were
visiting at Hightewn this week.
c. P. Jones. ESQ.,. left on Thursday for Rich
moDd. Va.
Miss Rattle Summers is visiting friends in
Staunton.
DR.. E. F. Wayman. Of Staunton, passed
through town yesterday evening"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17
yALE of VALUABLE REAL ESTATE
, IN AUGUSTA COUNTY.

BY virtue of a decree of the circuit court of
augusta county, entered in the cause of VIM.
\. Browns Admir- VS.. Pattesou and ais, will
,roceed to sell, at public auction. to the high
st bidder. in front of the Courthouse, in the
lily of Staunton, on
Monday, The 22nd day Of November, 1856,
the same being Court day. a valuable tract Of
and in Augusta county, lying on the Lite
}alf Pasture River, near the Augusta White
sulphur Springs. and containing 2S2H acres.
more or less. This land Is well-watered, and
part of it in fine timber, and adoins the
,Ouse and land formerly occupied by VIM. A.
!rOwn as residence.
TERMs.-Cash in hand to pay the costs of
uit and sale ana for the balance the purcha-
er will be required to give bonds in equal
mounts. pay able l. 2. and years from date of
ale, bearing interest from date, and waving
he Homestead, and the title to be retained az
Ultimate security. Fl. ST. GEO. TUCKER,
Commissioner.
I, j. N. Ryan, Clerk of the Circuit Court OF
augusta county, do cei tify that the bond re-
Iuired by decree in this cause has been Only
Executed by the Commissioner according to
aw. j, N. RYAN, CPk.
nOy2-tds
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17

RoLLER-IRICK.-At the residence of Ed. s
Conrad, Esq, in Harrisonburg, on the 5th In
slant, by Rev. L. Q. Miller. Col. y. b. Role
and Miss Maggie L. Trick, youngest daughter,
of the late A. B. Irick-both of Harrison burg
Va.
BRooKE-GooDE.-Mr. VIM. T. Brooke, city en-
gineer of Norfolk. and son of Hon. J. v.
Brooke. Of Warrepton, and Miss Mary Goode
daughter OF ex-Solicitor- General John Gcode,
were quietly married at Epiphany church.
morning. BY the rector, Rev. DR.. Giesy.
BosToN-SPILLMAN.-Re Mr.. Boston, pasto'
of the Baptist church, at Warrenton, anC
Miss Mary Spiiiman daughter of Mr.. John A.
Spillman, OF that place. were married las'
Wednesday. Mr.. Boston. father of the groom,
assisted by the Rev. Mr.. Wyer, performed thu
ceremony.
WILsoN-FINLEY.-In Way nesboro, on thu 9th
instant, MIR. Osborne Wilson, of Highland
comfy. and Miss Maggie Finley.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17


On Tuesday. Oct. IL. 1885. the 18th Grand
Non hly distribution of The Louisiana State
Lottery came off with its accustomed regular
ity. The sum of s265 500 went far and near,
nd this was the result: No. 9,4a2 drew the
First Capital Prize of SIS 600; it was sold in
lfths at 81 each; one to Charles j. Hermann,
\ young shinEle-make or with the Lewis L. Arms
Single and Lumber Co. of Muskegon, Mich,
aid to him In person; one to VIM. H. Turner,
No. 236 Randolph ST.. Chicago ILL.,, through
southern Express Co. at New Orleans; one to
IN Low, with the N. Oak. Elevator Co.,
Jamestown, Oak, through Lloyds, bankers Of
Jamestown; one to the London, Paris. and
American Bank, Limited, of San Francisco
CAL; one paid through Adams Express Co to
party in New York city. No. 1883 drew
second Capital of S21 900. also sold in fifths at
81; one to Mrs. Mary Logue, through Bank OF
Rideout. Smith & Co. of Oroville, CAL; one to
Collin Kitchen, No. 3l9 8. Cherry street. q
Waterman with the Richmond d Danville
g., Richmond, Va; one to r. NJ. Whiteside.
isco, Texas, paid Wells, Fargo B Co.'S. Ex-
press; one to Jno. NJ. Manning. No. HOS 9Th st.
Y. w., Washington city. D. G. "a young law
s'udent there): one to Arthur IT. Barnahy, Nc
y North ST., Boston, Mass. No. 1853 drew
Cnird Capital of $4,000 also sold in f1fths at
81 each; one to e. r. Babbitt. Dennison, Texas,
through Merchants & Planters Natl Bank Of
shermau, Texas: one to G. W. jackson of
Brownsville, Tenn, through Southern Express
% zone TO Dow & Boyett, MoJave. Gail. through
Wells, Fargo q Co.'s Express; one to Farmers
t Drovers Bank of Louisville. KY. Tickets
Nos 20 l04 and 1892 drew each Fourth Capital
Prizes of So 900. sold in New York city. Chica-
90 San Francisco, Carthage, N. c., aud Mas
.outah, Ill. So the wheel of fortune turns
The next Drawing (the l99th Grand Monthly
md an Extraordinary Quarterly one) will
AXE place Dec. 18th. when the Grand Capital
Prize Of 3l50. 900 will be given to some one. M.
:. Dauphin, New Orleans, La, will give all
nformation on application. Remember the
approach of cold weather encourages exertion.
md try 1t on,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17

Y. NJ. G. A.-WEEK OF PRAYER.-Commenc-
ing last Sabbath, the week ID observed through
out the world In association with the Young
Mems Christian Association, as week Of
prayer. The meetings commenced last Sab.
bath afternoon at the the room Of the Y. M. G.
A., where they will continue except to- night
whom all the Prayer meetings Of the city will
unite with the Association at the First Pres
byterian Church at 1880.
Sunday, there will be union services at the
N. e. Church South at 4 p. NJ.
Subjects tonight. From Persecution to
Praysr."-Acts TX: Ia
Thursday-"From Loss TO Gain. MARK * I:
% 3d.
Friday-"From Inquiry to Knowledge
Acts Will: $3.50.
Satusday-"A Merchandise that is better
than silver."-Proverbs ia. 1925. Mssthew
kill: A 40.
All these meetings are open to the public.
and business men are requested to use their in
nuence in securing the attendance Of those
connected with them.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17

CIRCUIT CoURr.-Judge Mclaughlin com :
men~ed the Fall term OF the Circuit Court on
the 10th instant
The cases of Walden and vaiden's Admins.
TRAITOR VS.. the G. & o. Railway Company will
be tried, one Of which is now on hearing before
a Jury.
Following is . list of jurymen summoned for
service commencing the 23rd instant:-
Chas. NJ Patrick. Jno. E. Hamilton. W. F.
Koiner. A. g. McCune. Frederick Frey, NJ. E.
Bishop, John J. shuey. Samuel Byers. David
8 Sheets. Howard w. Young. Chesley R. Blair,
saml A. East. VIM. H. Fulton, Jacob C. Ar
rnentrout H. ]. Williams, John E. Gale, Cor
neiius ]. Colner, Daniel O'Rork, Joseph p.
Cline, John d. Trimble. James F. Cook. George
F. Smith, James M. Hoover, Robt. 9. Craig.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17
PRIVATE SALE
L OF A.
VALUABLE FARM OF 1884 ACRES.

Lying on Cub Run. Rockingham Co., Va.
Having made recent purchases OF land that
is more suitable Tor my purposes, wish to dis
pose OF the above mentioned 1854 acres. The
farm is
has on 1t large Dwelling House, large barn,
and all necessary out-buildiDgs, a good orchard
If choice fruit, is all under good fencing. and
s well-watered by Cub Run and never-fsillng
ponds. The lands are perfectly smooth with
limestone base and well timbered.
will dispose of this property either as Q
whole or II desired will sell so acres with the
buildings. or still further, II the purchaser
should desire more land. Will sell as much as
200 ACRES,
with the improvements. Or will sell so acres.
with a sufficient quantity OF timber without
These lands are located one mile south of
oient to stores, churches, sch ools. &C., makins
a ely desirable property.
Persons contemplating investment are re-
specially requested to call on or address the
undersigned who will take pleasure IN giving
any further information mat ~ may be y desired.
mays-tf Montevideo. Rockingham Co, Va.
A VALUABLE FARM FoR SALE.
In consequence of business engagements In
another state. which will require my personal
attention, offer for sale privately, my farm
lying three miles North of Staunton. and
about quarter of mile East of the Valley
Turnpike. The tract is a part of the old Wayt
Bell farm, and contains
1870 ACRES
of fine land admirably located and In a high
state of cultivation. This land has long been
celebrated for its unusual cropping qualities,
and Is regarded as Que of the best tracts in the
county. 1t has been greatly improved in the
past few years and is now in excellent condi-
ton throughout. new plank fence extends
along the entire front. and all of the cross
fences are In thorough order.
The ImprOveme
consist of roomy and well-arranged -
Frame Dwelling, nearly new situated uEE3
in q large grove OF native oaks, and Oc LENA
cupying an eminence from which one of the
most beautiful and extensive views in the Vail
ley may be obtained. The outbuiIdiDgs are
ample and in excellent repair. young and
| vigorous orchard of choice fruit will in ear
or two be in full bearing. At the house are
large cistern and artesian well, and there ts
| running wa er in every field.
Considering its proximity TO the city, the
| place offers an excellent investment to an en-
| terprisiuR man. 1t Is within quarter of q
mile of the finest turnpike In VIrgiDia-just
far enough to avoid the annoyance incident TO
n much travelled thoroughbred, and near
enough to get the full advantage OF q hne road.
The place offers excellent facilities Tor truck
i ing and its nearness 10 the St4suntOn mark cts
| would make II p' oftable.
| This property Is offered at a reason able price
| and on easy terms Parties desiring to exam.
| Inc IL should cali upon Mr.. Harris, W DO resides
there. For terms, &C., address
aul-tf Maysville. KY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17

DEATH OF MR.. B. F. KEMPER-It becomes
our painful duty to record the death of Mr.. B.
F. Kemper, which occurred at the residence Of
his son, Mr.. F. L. Kemper, near Port Repub-
lie, Rockingham CO., On the 1ltn instant. OF
pneumonia The deceased had arrived at the
age Of u years. He was pre-eminently good
man, and was SO regarded by all who knew
him. He had the respect, confidence. esteem.
and love of all his acquaintances. He had
been for many years a consist ent and jealous
member of the Methodist church, and ex-
pressed with great confidence his preparation
for q blissful life eyond the grave, and his
perfect willingness to die.
He was son of the late DR.. Geo. W. Ksmper
of Port Republic. and q brother OF DIR. Geo. W.
Kemper of Rockingham: Mrs. David 8. Young
of this city, and Prof Chas. ]. Kemper OF
Louisa. Two sons survive him-Mr. F. L.
Kemper near Port Republic. and Capt G. M
Kemper of Nelson county.
His remains were inferred in tho old family
burial ground at Port Republic on Saturday.
the 18th.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17

THE LINE TO FLoRIDA.-No. 4 train which
passes staunton East at 1856, P. NJ, c. & o. Rail
way. makes close connection at Richmond
with the Atlantic Coast Line, leaving there at
P. NJ. with Pullman Sleepers through to
Charleston. 8, G., Savannah. Ga. and Jackson
vile. Florida. Round trip tickets from Staun-
ton to Jacksonville. good to slst May. sss 3d.
Single tickets, $22 TO- If more Information is
needed apply to Major P. 81. Woodward, Pas
senger Agent. Staunton.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17

THE CHAsE.-Alex. HaIman. Dr. Carter
Berkeley, Ed. I. Jones. Lewis Hartman, Rev.
W. Q. Hullihen, Ed. Echols, Col. w. L. Bum.
gardner, and T. 9. Doyle. returned Saturday
from the Big Calf Pasture and Shenandoah
mountain. where they had been during the
week hunting. Four antlered prizes were
brought into camp. the Reverend gentleman
bringing one of them down by his steady aim.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-11-17
FLOR the SPECTATOR.


Annie, the bright ard interesting little
daughter Of Mr.. Cyrus and Mrs. Eddie Otaugh,
died on the 18th inst, of diphtheria Rev F. G.
services,
The nnatrimon market in our section has
been unusually brisk. Recently the following
couples have Joined hands for life:-
Mr.. ]. NJ. H. Randolph and Mss Clif1e Hogs
head were married on the 11th inst. at "Holly
HILL" the residence Of the BRIDES parents, and
left Immediately after the ceremony. which
was performed by Rev. F. G. Rally, for Wal
ley Frontier Farm" their future home. The
groom is a well known young gentleman Of
this county, and only son Of Capt. VIM. a
Randolph, OF Middebrook, who was killed in
an engagement during the war. and grand
son OF Mr.. Elijah Hoeshead. decd The bride
's the eldest daughter of our esteemed citizen.
T. 3. Hogshesd, Esq.
Recently one of our most Industrious farm
ers was suddenly missing. and in a few days
returned with his bride The contracting par
ties were Mr.. Jerome Keller and Mrs. Bette
Wilson. OF Broadway, Rockingham county.
The Burton mill property situsted near here
was sold at auction on the 18th. Mr.. G. q.
sheets was the purchaser-price $500.
The number OF cattle raising this point for
shipment ia larger this Fall than it has been
aor several years. Messrs. McCue and Bell are
the principal shippers
MFR. VIM Bell of Long Glade is detained at
Mcdowell with a severe throat trouble. He
was on his return home from Pocabontas. He
is in good hands and will soon be out
Mr.. VIM. g. Beard and daughter of Rock
-l.l e.
friends here.
Mrs. Fannie Sheets of Rockingham ia visit
ing relatives in this county, and at present Is
with her brother, Mr.. VIM. Shurley.
Rev. R. 8. Cunningham Of the NJ. E. Church
South has just closed a meeting at Centreville
that resulted in Is conversions He will COM
ence a series Of revival se4 vices at this place
next Sunday.