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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
Tie History nj Virgin IN words Of one
Syllable.

The History Sf Virginia IN words Of one
Syllable.
In this day of many books especial at
tention is being paid to the getting up
of children's literature, and the conse-
quence is galaxy Of bright hued volumes
touching everything written or spoken
about in ancient or modern classics, So
beautifully illustrated, and expressed in
language so engaging are many OF these
books that the hard names of mythology
and ancient classic lore become familiar
by association with their pictorial embodi-
ments. and the stern, cold facts of history
read like story.book. Under this head
comes book that has recently been laid
upon our table. entitled "The History Of
Virginia in Words of One Syllable" by
Emily Steinset Mcnamara, a popular
author and translator of children's and
young peoples books of the day. and pub
lished in the leading cities of New York,
Chicago, San Francisco, by Bedford.
Clarke. and Co. The style of this book is
in the form of talk. The words are
chosen for their simplicity and are the
best of their kind, the print large and
clear, and each important fact. locality
and parsonage embodied in the history of
Virginia, from its settlement to the pres
ent year, is the subject of an excellent
wood engraving, In the last two engrav-
ings we easily recognize The present gov.
ernor of Virginia, and true likeness Of
the Deaf, Dumb and Blind Institution, of
Staunton, Va. Taking it all in all, this
book forms very valuable and charming
addition to the "0ne-syllable" library, and
bids fair to rank with the most popular.
Apropos Of the above, the poet hath
well said doubtless after all due reflection
that
I'VE may live without knowledge and live
without books,
But civilized men cannot live without cooks ;,
How belt with all due respect to the cook,
neither is very probable that without very
excellent cookbook would civilized men
live very long, such as has been numbered
amongst our exchanges during the past
month. We refer to Miss Parloa's farm.
er's New Cook Book" This is one of
the most perfectly appointed receipt
books, to all appearances, that we have
ever seen. Much care and attention seems
to have been bestowed upon it's prepara-
ton. Also its recipes are copious and
varied, embracing suggestions upon every
known and unknown article in the cooking
line, and frequently treating each in many
different styles. In fine, throughout its
chief endeavor seems to aim at providing
the household with appetizing and health.
full food, at unreasonable outlay of expense
and time" Miss Parloa is well known as
talented and efficient writer and lecturer
upon the subject of cooking, having made
the subject her specially for years.
She is particularly well known in the
North, and her culinary suggestions rule
the kitchens of most Northern households.
We take pleasure in calling attention to
so valuable work.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

c. +. Haines. whose factory is the old
est in this district, is offering Tie smoker
the most elegant cigar he has ever made.
Its wrapper is the highest cost imported
Sumatra Tobacco, and the fill Ing The high.
est cost Imported Havana tobacco, 1t
has no superior at any price. Give the
81 AZ a trial. II.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
HENRY, YOUNG s. CO.

In our regular columns of advertising
and in our locals, Henry. Young & Co..
tell you what they have for sale. Fine
dress goods, specially black goods, notions
fancy articles, and all kinds of domestic
can be found on their shelves, at the ole
stand Of M. 7. Funkhouser, Main Street
A long experience in the business, has
taught them the wants OF the trade and
they are prepared to fill all orders, with
promptnesS and satisfaction.
Qaick dispatch. careful handling prompt
delivery, is the motto of the old reliable
A lams Express G.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
Florence. Ala.

We call attention TO the law card of Mr..
Nathan Parkins of Florence, Ala. He
is son of John H. Parkins Esq, of this
county, and a young man of fine abilities,
careful training, and exemplary habits.
He will give prompt and careful attention
to any business entrusted to him,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
Call at Wholey's for Christmas Liquors

CasSard guarantees every piece of bacon,
every can of lard as pure and sweet G..
G.. Wheat sells these goods and if any is
sold which is not good, if brought back
will be exchanged.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Capt JnO. McQuaide as chairman Of the
special committee to consider the adyisa-
bility OF establishing paid fire depart
ment for onr city, submitted report to
the Council at It's meeting Tuesday night
last, which we think will be endorsed by
the Council, and receive the approval of
the citizens generally. In getting up the
details OF the report, Capt. MoQuaide has
had the valuable assistance Of Capt Geo.
A. AinsIe fer some years Chief of the
Richmond>Fire Department.
The report recommends that the depart.
ment CONSIST Of IA men, one chief and one
assistant. The apparatus necessary will
be horse reels. and the present hook aud
ladder truck. The horse reels to be kept
at the livery stables. under established
rules and the hook and ladder apparatus
to be kept at tie engine house Oh New
street, the upper story of which VIII be
made into sleeping apartments fer the
men ofstbe denaItment. The livery stable
men will furnish horses to haul the
reels. The stables, the engine house. and
the fire bell in the tower at the engine
house, to be furnished with g0Dgs, and all
connected by electric wires. communicat-
ing with alarm boxes. in such parts of the
city as may be fixed upon, The depart
ment to be unQer the control of the Coun-
Gil, and TO be regulated by ordinance pre-.
scribing duties of the men and officers and
fixing penalties for failure Of duty, sc.
The estimated cost for equipment is
horse reelS......... 49,. ....... $500 90
iUN0 feet0f hose ............-........... 800 90
play pipes. 80 90
| Furniture for bed rooms .........-..... 2G0 90
Electric alarm system. ......... 400 90
Total.,......... ....... s.. $50 GO
to be credited with amount realized from
sale Of present apparatus.
The current expenses for maintaining
the paid Department will be
16 men at $40 per year. ......... ........ $40 90
Livery bills per ...15O 90
Fuel for engine Observation-Disclosures. so 90
Total........ Observation-Disclosures. fS40 90
The present volunteer system has cost
on an average $500 year for the last five
years, and while this service has been as
good as can be found anywhere for like
service, it is q clear proposition. that paid
men. trained to the service, and at ali
times ready for duty, will render much
more valuable and certain protection Our
boys in the past have rendered noble
service, and all at their own expense, and
greatly TO their discomfort. They are
ready now to furnish material for the
paid department, and while the compensa-
ton is small. but probably as much as the
city can stand just row. they should be
given first choice in selecting the men for
this paid service. We are satisfied the
citizens generally will sustain the Council
in this advance step in furnishing in
creased facilities for protection of prop
erty. The property will be an Investment
and the cost Of maintaining the paid de-
partment less than the volunteer system.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Blakemore has one of the best arranged
Photographic galleries that We have had
the pleasure of visiting for years and his
work is certainly magnificent.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

It will be seen BY reference to the Coun-
Gil proceedings, that there will be no fire
crackers allowed Christmas eye Monday
neXt) nor New Years eve (Monday week
before 6p. IA. So the people from the
country, can come TO town with their
teams, with the assurance that they will
not be disturbed. They will be as secure
these two days as at any other time, fo1
the ordinance will be strictly enforced.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Here's low water mark. Greatly re-
cuced prices at n J. Landes' Photograph
Gallery. during the. holidays
One half dozen Cabinet PhOt0s..."....Sl %
One dozen w
One dozen CARO- hOtOs..........."...... / w
These prices are good positively only
until January 1st, 1888. Cali at once.
All work guaranteed or money refunded.
s'Secure the shadow ere the substance
fades"
a. Respectfully,
ID L IlANDFS. -
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Adams Express Co. makes close con,
neclions with all Grst-class Express Cos
of the country.
Why are G. G. WHEAT's eitr0ns and
eurTauts, raisins and candy so desirable
above all others Buy them and know
he reason who.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Look out for j. E. Taylor& Sons grand
display of Holiday Goods. The largest
stock of Oak Wagons. Hobby Horses. We.
locipedes. Baby Carriages. eyer brought to
the city. No. w. Main st.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
"Wi.Esered E.Gases. .

a charming commedieta, viii be given at
the Opera House, on the night of the Dist,
under the managementof Mrs. Col. w. l..
Bumgardner. The cast is made up of
some of our NEST accomplished amateurs,
and the music will be furnished by some
Of Staunt0n's stars. The object is chart
table and the entertainment will be de-
lightful.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

The Shenandoah Valley Railroad will
sell round trip tickets from and to all reg
ular ST ations at one fare. Tickets will be
on sale December %. %, 2l. %, 80 3lst
and lst of january &c return on or
before. January 5. 1889. Good going aid
returning on all regular passenger trains.
For information apply to the ticket agents
at any and all stations.
For lame back, side or chest. use Shiloh S
Porous Plaster. Price 25 cents.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

SIT down. Yes, sit down, and then get
up and go to. S. M. WILKES y Co., and
buy handsome rocking chair, very cheap
and give to some friend or enemy,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Remember G. G. Wheat wants to please
wants to do what isssright ;swants you to
be satisfied wants you to buy of him
Come one, come all.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Landes don't try to build himself up by
running his brother artists down. His
work stands on it's merit.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Hammond. in charge of the U. S. Ex-
press, is polite, attentive, and always
ready to accommodate. Call on him if
you want to send or order goods.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

For real fine photographs ard all kinds
OF pictures we a0Yise our friends to go to
Blakemore. Far beyond question his work
is unsurpassed, and his honest, fair and
impartial way Of doing business should
commend him to everybody,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

In keeping wlth:the spirit of thesseason
Landes offers every customer Christmas
gift in the shape of reduced prices for the
finest photographs until January 1st
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

When you wish nice ham OF real gen
uine breakfast strip-streaked and nice
then all you have to do is to call upon G.
C. Wheat. who has the agency for the best
meat sold at retail in Staunton.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

We have the largest stock of Raisins,
Nuts, Citron. Figs, Dates in tie CITY,
Give US call. j, E. TAYLOR & Son.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

c. c, WHEAT claims nosuperiority over
others, but he does claim the incest, the
most desirable fancy stock of groceries in
the city.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

What is a small difference in price on a
few pounds Of bacon when you are assured
that what you buy can te relied upon as
being sweet and nice. G. G. Wheat has
Cassar2 S goods and they are pronounced
| by connoisseurs all right.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

A Fact is a Fact-an established fact
is that e. G. WHEAT has the rest. freshest
and largest stock of Crackers, Of all kinds
in the city.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

The Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad
has tickets on sale TO all prominent
points in Florida, Louisiana, Georgia,
California. Mexico. Mississippi and Ala
bama. Call on Maj. p. FL. Woodward,
I, 2. agent, or James Ker, jr., Stanton,
Va.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Our Fireworks for the holidays were
bought direct from the factory, and will
be sod at cut prices, at
j e. TAYLOR & Son S.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

SIIILoH's CoUGH and Consumption Cure
is sold by MS On guarantee. 1t cures Con-
sumption.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Are you DESTROYS of good. extra fine
family meal? C. e. Wheat has the goods
to tempt you to try to haye one.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

j. E. Tay Tor & Sons mammoth confec
ti0nery and toy bazaar is no@ open for the
holiday trade, and packed from cellar to
garrett with every novelty in the confec-
tionery and toy line. 30 w. Main 81.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
wanted

Large young mule, mare preferred.
KINNEY BROS.
Still in the ring at the old stand.
WM. WHOLEY.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

c.. G. WHEAT claims 10 superiority over
others, but he does claim the incest. the
most desirable fancy stock Of groceries in
this CITY,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
Pure Liquorssat VIM. Wholey $

The Z. s. Express is the company to
ship your goods by, and don't forget it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Come and see our celebrated patent sub
lime Harmonica, duet, silver, reed solo
Musical instruments.
J.E. TAYLOR 6 Son,
3 Main Street.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

THAT HACKING CoUGH can be so
quickly cured by Shiloh s Cure. We guar.
antee 1T.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Why are c. c. WHEAT's citrons, currants,
Raisins and Candy SO desirable above all
others Buy them and know the reason
why.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Remember we give our customers the
benefit of factory prices during the holl-
days in Confectioneries and Toys.
j. E, TAYLOR & Son,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

CRooP, WnoorING CoUeH and Bron.
chitis Immediately relieved by Sholoh's
Cure.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
c.. a. GLADKE.

| ITO CITY TAXPAYERS
The second half of rhe City Taxes for 1888 ia
] now due and payable ON OR BEFORE THE sIrTf
| INSTANT.
III tickets not paid by that time will be-.
turned over to deputy treasurers, with five per
cent added for collection.
decl52t ARISTA HOGE Treasurer
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Are you ip want of good substantial
meal I G. G.. Wheat has all you need for 1t.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Blakemore don't do cheap shoddy work
at cheap shoddy prices. His motto is fne
work at living prices. Says if he can make
a little on what he does that he will have
mite to spend with his neighbors. I'll ats
business.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
For the South.

For Liquid Christmas Novelties. call at
WhOley's.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Our musical department is stocked with
every variety of musical instruments.
harps, accordeoDs, &c.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Are you in need Of a good substantial
meal ? e, G. Wheat has all you need for it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Christmas Liquors at VIM. Wholey's,
1SS. New st.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Landes don't go around town boasting
Of his fine work, but says he will let some
one else say that for him.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Hammond, at the T. S. Express. He
knows what thes-people want, and has
been and will provide it, at any cost of
labor and attention,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

A boot and shoe factory will soon be es.
tablished in Charlottesville by a New Jef-
y firm.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Best Egg-Nog Liquors at Wholeys,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

An important meeting OF the Odd Eel
lows will be held to night, at O'Clock
All members are requested to be present
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Pure Augusta co. Whistles at Wholey's
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
ESTATE OF JosEPH.P. CLINE

ESTATE OF JOSEPH'P. CLINE.
All persons having claims against the estate
OF the. Late Joseph P. Cline will present them
to me or my counsel, Alex. H. Fultz. All per-
sons knowing themselves to beindebted to said
estate.w will please call, on me and settle.
MARY J. CLINE Ex'X
nov29-4t of Joseph P. Cline.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

lucoman Curtains and Porer Double Faced Pushes-a
Silk Furniture Coverings Comice Poles and Stair Rods
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

Merry Christmas atWholey's s. IS New st.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
r. L, STRATTON

Stratton has in his large store room on
Augusta street, all the substantials of life,
and not a few of the fancy articles in his
line of trade. This is thoroughly relia
ness in the retail and jobbing grocery
trade, and giving satisfaction to all custo-
mers, Special attention is given to the
jobbing trade, and dealers will do well to
call and see Stratton.
Christmas presents il not delivered on
time lose very much the pleasure in re-
celViDg, therefore avoid delay by shipping
by the old Adams.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20
Death of DIR. j. L. Alexander. of LICKING


q htSptCtI uI7y,
d. j. LANDES.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-12-20

anyone, Scrap Books at any pric
10 cents up, real Silk Plush larg
leather, at SO cents; IL dozen clt
dren of the Abbey, Pilgrims Pr
each, worth 50 cents; Children's
ings nicely framed in guilt, only
new style frames, looks exactly
Nevada County picayune., 1888-06-13
Sweet Potatoes.

Slips put out in May and June
 will make the best and cheapest po-
 tatoc,. April settings will require one or two more workings and rarely make so smooth and uniform tuberS.
 Nothing k gained by drawing the
 slips from the parent bed before
 they have become well rooted and somewhat hardened. If overgrOwn or commenced to vine when drawn. they may be cut or pinched back.
 In setting the slips. il k important that the round shall have been freshly pIowcd Our experience has taught Us that nothing is gained in the long run by rushing all hands ' to drawing and setting the slips after a heavy rain. Better wait until the ground will dc to work. and make up the beds mellow and fresh, Mean time the slips may be drawn ready for ~ctlirg as soon T, the ground k in proper condition. An open. mel low soil. permitting free circulation of the air, seems to he especially grateful to newly transplantcd vegetable We would that every farmer could he made to appreciate the great pos,ihilitie, of the sweet potato. There i~ no root crop tha, can compare with it in nutritivenesN. productivenes~. case of culture and certainty yield. If is or may be- to the Southern farmer what the turnip k to the English and the carrct and mangel wurzel to the Northern farmer. southern CuI- tiVatOr.
Nevada County picayune., 1888-06-13
|. 5. CLOTHING CO.,,
 465 WASHINGTON ST, BOSTON, MASS.
W. C JONE~, Manager
ALL WOOL. sHHsS' s1I4s. , i3o 2 Q

BY OUR connections with the mill- and large Gclitic, for manufacturing, we save the commission house. iohber's, and retail CTS profits, thus enabling Us to give to the customer fashionable garments of superb or quality at first cost.
 Send cents for samples, 4S-nch linen tape measure, and instruction, for mcasur- ing. State what you want samples of,
 A few of the advantages to be gained by dealing with us, are
 Latest Styles in goods of all kinds New est Fashions; Boston Prices; Larger Variety to choose from; Absolute Reliability: d Guarantee to Return Money. if desired, tol any or no reason: an opportunity to purchase anything you want not kept by your local dealer.
 Write tous fer anythingyou want to buy. and we will send you Boston Prices, and if possible, samples.
 We refer youto Adams Express Compa- ny's Boston Office, the largest Express Com pany in America; they will be better able tC tell you how we do business than anN one Il. We are doiusa large business with them dai lv.
Nevada County picayune., 1888-06-13
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 AGRICULTURAL.
Sorghum For Fodder.

says: Last year we planted about one half an acre of Early Amber SOL ghum cane We began feeding it about the time it began to head and the see ond growth was ready to cut in six or eight weeks. l do not think cane good for milk as for fat. but l put 1t np for winter feed, and find it q most excellent food for wintering stock. Last fall when putting straw in q barn the idea occurred to me of mix inp green corn or cane in the straw. After putting about four feet of straw in the barn. 1 cut load of cane and spread it about six inches thick over the straw. keeping it foot or so from the sides: then more cane and so on nntil the barn was filled. l al- SO put in a load of green corn. We put four or five tons of green fodder and it's weight pressed the straw, so we were able to put more straw in with it than without it. When we came to open it the fodder was in good condition. and the stock would eat up every bit of it. l shall put It in thicker next fall so as to have enough to try it for fattening purp O. Se~.
 The Nebraska farmer gives thcs e instructions Sorghum seed should not be planted until the ground Is thoroughly warm. even warmer than for corn. A great many failures are caused by planting too carly, then If cold wet time comes it seldom comes up thick enough for paying crop. Then the seed is denounced as being poor. think that about as good way as any is to SOW broad east on well prepared ground about an inch deep, then roll with two horse roller. Some plant with a corn planter, using small holes to drop about six seeds. In that way drop about sixteen inches each way. To make success more sure cane seed should be planted the same day the ground k prepared; then you have moist ground and start of the weeds. \ good was to get seed to germlnate quickly is to soak in warm water about twelve hours. then drain and spread in the sun q short time. Sow about a busheI and peck to the acre. or q little less might do; it Is not best to have if too thick. When sown thick as grown small and fine it is not as larger stalks {; plant on high sammy loam or any other kind of land. In ordinary seasons the time for sowing should commence about the first of May. and can be continued with good re- suits until the fore part of July. The 9orghmmis allowed to stand un- til nearly ripc-thcn it i, harvested with self raking reaper. When the top of the fodder is a little dry turn over, and when sufficiently dry stack like hay. In that way it furnishes nouriohing and fattcning feed, It . Is very tedious to harvest with q mower when cut like hay