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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

DEAD LETTERS. The following is
a list of letters remaining in the Post
Office at Martinsburg, w. Va, June
Both, and will be sent to the Dead
Letter Office July 18th, 1888, if not
called for when calling say advertis-
ed.
Lucy Busey, Ebben Balkes, Sallie
E. Boyer, Walter j. Brown, Ellen
Calahoh, Jas. A. Gosnell, Jas. Ken
ney, Mary Kerns, Dollie Lavine, Geo.
Il. Lowell, Cal Lewis (col'd), Geo. w.
Mckinney, Van Mueller, Rev. VIM.
Patterson, Daniel Robertson, James
Russler, S. G. Staples, VIM. Turner,
Edward Washington.
w. b. CoLsToN, p. M.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The rain was the best part of the
Fourth of July programme at this
place.
Mr.. Hesse, Berkeley student at
Gettysburg, is home for the summer
vacation.
The City Band enlivened the
Fourth here in the evening, and the
streets were full of people.
The blackbirds are going South in
flocks, sign of approaching fall, No
political Specification.
Mr.. Jacob Gardner had a narrow
escape from falling under the cars at
Bedington Wednesday evening.
The Big Springs summer home of
Mr.. Snodgrass is crowded with guests.
None of the famous resorts can equal
Berkeley for summer rest and quiet
enjoyment. !. : { -
PIANO For SALE.-A new and
very fine piano is offered for sale.
A bargain to anyone wanting good
instrument. Call on or address MISS
KATE AHERN. Martinsburg.
Mr.. w. E. Wayte, State Sec'y of
the Y. NJ. c. A, will spend Sunday
in town and be with the young men
at their meeting at 4:l5 p. m. A cor
dial invitation is extended to all men
to come.
Rev. T. p. Robertson will fill his
pulpit next Sunday, 9Th, at 1 a. m.
Subject" unselfishness the only
true. religion. AT 8 p. m. illustrated
sermon -scence the pilgrims crossing
the River of Death.
The Sherman Inyincibles are look
ing for larger quarters for this cam
paign, as more desirable than the for
nation of another club. This is going
to be bigger election year than the
Blaine campaign. ..E*t
There was meeting in the Court
House Thursday night to get up
something for the benefit of the town,
in the way of a fair or Fourth of July
celebration next year. U. S. Grant
Pitzer, chairman; j. F. Roberts, sec
rotary j. S. Mathews and w. B.
Colston, assistant secretaries. Com
mittees were appointed from each
ward. Adjourned to meet July 18th.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

THE CENTURY MAGAZIEE.-The
July Century has for frontispiece a
portrait of Pasteur and his grand.
daughter by celebrated French pain
ter. Bonnat. This picture is printed
in connection with q timely article on
(" Disease Germs, and how to combat
them." The opening illustrated arti-
Gle is in Mr.. Edward l.. Wilson's SER
les connected with the International
Sunday School Lessons, and is on
"Sinai and the wilderness" Appro-
pirate to the Gettysburg Reunion are
the poems by Northern and aSouth-
ern Soldier Colonel Higginson and
Will III. Thompson. Mr.. George T..
Kilmer of the Grand Army, in an
article entitled GA note Of peace"
gives a careful prepared account of
the reunions of the BLUE ana the
Gray" A curious story by Brander
Mathews, entitled son the battle
field" also has relation to Gettys-
burg. A supplementary paper in the
War Series deals with the career of
the Confederate ram Albemarle."
Tho two great illustrated serials of
the Century, the life of Lincoln, and
hCuudu 6luCllutl dpClSs diC VII
tinued in this number. In the INSTALL
ment of the Lincoln History the rela-
lions between Lincoln and Mcclellan
are described. Under the heads of
/" European Neutrality and 1.-THE
Tent Affair."" Mr.. Lincoln's part in
these matters is fully set forth. Rev.
DIR. Buckley of the Christian Advo-
cate, writes on "Dreams, Nightmare
and Somnambulism." Mrs. Van
Rensselaer's cathedral article is this
month on the Lichfield Cathedral.
The last installment but one of DR..
Eggleston's novel, "The Graysons,"
in which Abraham Lincoln is one of
the principal characters, is given in
this number,-the young Lincoln
coming to the rescue with a novel
and effective device.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Mr.. Edgar Bowers, of Gerardstown,
Berkeley County, West Virginia, one
Of the two first honor men Of the re-
cent graduating class at Roanoke Col
lege, has been elected Instructor in
Latin and Modern Languages, and
will enter upon his work in Sep
TENDER. The Roanoke C0llegian says,
Mr.. Bowers is an unusually good
scholar for one of his age in both an
Gent and modern languages. He is a
young man who will discharge his
duties faithfully and successfully"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07
Cured of Malaria.
% FLORIDA ST., ELIZABETH, N. ]. /
March. II. 1884.

~ FLORIDA ST., ELIZABETH, N. j.
March, II, 1884. !
have been using ALLCoCK's Porous
PLAsTERs for the last five years. Some
two years ago, after having been sick
for upwards of six months with malaria,
found myself with an enlarged spleen,
dyspeptic, and constantly troubled with
a headache, and my kidneys did not act
very well either. Having spent most of
my money for medicine and medical adj
vice, thought to save expense l would
use Allcock's Porous Plasters, two on
the small of my back, one on the spleen
or ague cake, and one on the pit of the
stomach, just under the breastbone. l
continued using the Plasters about thirty
days, changing them every week. AT
the end of that time was perfectly well,
and have remained so ever since.
GEORGE DIXON.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The relationship of Ben. Harrison
is traced from Pocahontas through
the ROLES, Bollings, Curles, to Susan
Randolph, who married Gov. Benja-
men Harrison, of Berkeley" in
Virginia, member of the Va. House
OF Burgesses, delegate to the CONT
mental Congress of l775. and a signer
of the Declaration of Independence,
thrice Governor of Va. This would
establish relationship with the Ber-
kelley County Harrisons.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The funeral services OF Mrs. Henry
Boyles, who died at her home near
Arden last Sunday, were conducted
at M. E. Church, South, of this place,
by Rev. F. A. Strother, the following
day. Interment in the Presbyterian
Cemetery.
A colored Sunday School, in connec-
ton with the Presbyterian Church
and conducted by John T. McCown,
was organized at the Acadamy last
Sunday morning.
We are sorry to hear that the house
of Basil Richardson was blown down
during the storm last week.
Our fair young friend and neighbor,
Miss Mary V. Bowers, has compile
ted with high honor the course of
study at Berkeley Female Seminary,
and is enjoying village life again.
Mrs. VIM. S. Miller and Mrs. A. r.
Porter returned Tuesday from seven
weeks visit to relatives in Pennsyl-
vania. They we've accompanied home
by Elton and Louisa Porter.
Cliff Stump and Charlie West
started at an early hour last Monday
morning for little buggy ride to
Moorefield. The former goes to spend
vacation with his parents and the lat
ter to see his-well, he'll tell you all
about it when he comes back, if you
are slyer than he is.-GeTardsto,rl
Times.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Mr.. j. Baker Kerfott met with q
bad accident while coming to town
Thursday morning. His horse scared
at some object on South Queen street
and began to run, and when checked
commenced kicking. Mr.. Kerfott
was thrown out and seriously injured
in the face, side and arm. The buggy
was broken and the horse caught near
the square. DIR. j. B. Snodgrass was
called and no bones were found
broken.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07
DEATHS.

June 9th, Florence Amelia, child
of John l.. Johnson, on South Queen
Street, aged l year, l month and %
days.
In Martinsburg, Wednesday, June
Goth, Jennie Snodgrass Seckman, aged
z months and 20 days.
At his home in Darkesville, this
county, of consumption, Mr.. NJ. I.
Bowen, aged 81.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

MALICIoUs.-Last week the mana
gers of the Frederick County Hedge
Co. had neat wire screen placed in
their Office door on Main st. Tuesday
night some maliciously disposed per-
son cut lengthy slit IN the screen,
and left a card upon which was writ
ten the following: "Give the poor
negroes work." and signed, White
Caps committee" As the work had
been done by eolored man, the re-
quest was evidently intended to be
interpreted in a contrary manner
Sorry to think we have citizens who
would be guilty of such petty act
Winchester Leader.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Heavy rains last week seriously in.
terfered with the wheat harvest, but
we hope has not damaged the crop.
Mr.. Edward Hunt, formerly we'll
known business man of this place,
died recently in Marengo county,
Ala, where he had resided since the
war. He married sister of Mrs. c..
Frank Gallaher, of this place, and al
SO of Mr.. HI. ID. Beall, of the Balti-
more Sun editorial staff.
Cards are out for the marriage of Col.
Geo. w. Graham, of Harper's Ferry,
to Miss Jennie Marshall, of Wood
stock, Va.
Mr.. George Koonce, near Halltown,
had three fine colts killed by the cars
last week. Mr.. John Gardner, above
Halltown, also lost two valuable cows
the same way.
Mrs. Albert Cockrell, in looking in
to wardrobe for some additional APP
parel to her toilet, discovered a cop
per snake coiled up very comfortably.
Mr.sDan 0. Boyle and Antony Bu-
sey soon dispatched it.
Master Wash. HOOff recently secur-
ed for himself, with the consent of
his mother, good cat rifle. His first
exercise with his new weapon was
last week, when, in the space of two
days, he bagged seven poIe.cats-not
missinga single shetland it is said it
was no good time for pole-cats eth
er.
At the regular meeting of Phoenix
Division, No. 10, Sons of Temperance,
of Duffields, the following officers
were elected for the ensuing quarter:
Thos. O. Link. w. p. Edward M.
Link, w. A.; Wesley P: Bell, r. s. /;
Frank Il. Osbourn, A. r. s.; Adam
S. Link, F. s.: James B. Osbourn,
Treas. John w. Smallwood, Chap. /;
James w. Smallwood, c.. Henry M :.
Hill, A. c.; James H. Griffith, I. S. i;
John NJ. Willingham. o. S.
June 10th, near Charlestown, Ruby
Brown, daughter of J. E. and Katie
Quick, aged Is months and two
weeks.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07
LOCAL NEWS.
WILL YOU DO 1T /!

TELL YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGH
BORIS THE HERALD AND pHILA.
WEEKLY PRESS WILL BE SENT TO
JAN. l, 1889, FOR 81. BOTH PA
pERs 3 MONTHS FOR 80 CTS. THE
Herald ALONE TO JAN l, 1889,
FOR 80 CTS. CASH IN ADVANCE.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Campaign subscribers are coming
in, of all shades of political opinion.
Their anxious inquiries are for full in
formation on the tariff question,
which shows that the people recog.
nize it as an issue that touches the
welfare of all. THE HERALD will
deal with the issues of the campaign
in an earnest and truthful manner.
Personal matters, either favorable or
unfavorable to candidates Of either
party, are of minor Importance in
comparison with the graver issues at
stake.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Rev. Samuel Cummings, recently
from Florida, will preach for Rev.
John Edwards tomorrow twice, and
lecture on " Florida the Ell Dorado"
on Monday 9th, at 8 p. M, free to
all. in the 1st NJ. E. Church.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The National Democratic Commit
tee met in Washington on Tuesday |;
Senator Faulkner will act for West
Virginia as the proxy of Mr.. Glenn
ents, who is general manager of the
B. & O. We presume this county
will build a monument to the gentle
man who was most active to put
Clements on the Committee.-W Vest
Yn. DeDl0cTaf.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The firm assure their friends and the
public satisfaction in prices. material.
workmanship and dealing An invita-
ton is extended to all to come and see
them when in need of anything or when
contemplating any purchases or improve
meDts in their line. Being good work
men, understanding the business, and
DESTROYS of building up permanent
trade, we will do our best to attract and
keep liberal share of public patronage.
Commons & FARRIN.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The first new wheat arrived in Bal
timore, Friday of last week, from
Rappahannock, Va. There were 2l2
bushels of prime grain, for which
SLIP per bushel was paid. This week
new wheat sold for 80 to 81.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The National Library Co., of Louis
vile, KY, will establish a circulating
library at Capt. Bartlett's book store.
The best authors in all branches of
literature will be kept. 100 members
start with 500 volumes. Two years.
membership, 50. After two years the
books belong to the members.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07
Business Tact and Opportunity.

A streak of pure, good luck in bust
ness, or the sudden achievement of sue
cess and wealth by happy hit is rare,
but there are many lucky and prosper
GUS folks who are so because they watch
their opportunities and make the best of
them. Mr.. Koehler,. of Rochester, N.
Y. tried his hand at canvassing for
'.Plain Home Talk, " and made four dol
lars in the first two-hours. Mr.. Sand
ford, of Maine, took forty three orders
from forty seven persons to whom he
showed the book. Mr.. Maylor, in Cleve-
land, took nineteen orders in one day.
Why do smart, capable men complain of
hard times and nothing to do" when
equal opportunities are open to them
They have only to call for circulars,
prospectus and terms of the Murray Hill
Pub. Co., 1879 East 2Sth St., New York.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Mr.. Geo. Turner, of Cincinnati. and
his bride, are East on their wedding
trip and will spend a few weeks with
friends and relatives here and in
Washington. The three brothers are
printers, two employed in Cincinnati
and one at Washington the other
brother is Mr.. Thos. Turner, the WELL
known marble cutter of this place.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The homestead and birthplace of
President VIM. Henry Harrison,
ninth president of the United States,
and grandfather of the Republican
candidate for President, is named
Berkeley" on the James River.
This building. an old fashioned edi-
flee, was constructed of brick and sur.
rounded by grove of poplars, in
termingled with other trees. 1t was
in l845 the residence Of the widow of
the late Benjamin Harrison, Esq.
These were the grand parents of Gen.
Benjamin Harrison.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

ROUTE DETERMINED.-Its seems to
have been definitely settled that the
extentiOn Of the railroad will be by
way Of Bunker Hill to Winchester.
We understand that the land dam
ages have been settled from Winches-
ter to Rest, which indicates that the
route has been determined as above
stated. The X. II. Co. seems to have
made it matter of careful considera-
ton, having surveyed and re survey
ed each way.-IStatemdn
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

MARTINsBURG, w, VA, July A.
Hon. w. II. II. Flick, whose recent
illness caused such general sorrow
throughout the State, has so far re-
covered as to be able to drive out. He
is rapidly regaining his strength and
in week or two will be able to re.
sumo his law practice. The Republi-
cans here are determined to make
him Judge of the Thirteenth District
at the next election .-Intelligeacer.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

VOLTS Celebrated Horse and Cattle
Powders. This popular remedy for Pur-
flying the Blood, Coughs, Distempers,
Kidney and Bladder Troubles, Heayes,
Roughness of Skin, &c. 1t is also inval-
liable as Condition. Powder for Cows
and Hogs. Prepared and sold by
A. M. GILBERT, Druggist.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Mr.. A l.. Martin has the first cante-
loupes of the season, from his uncle,
in South Carolina. They are very
fine, and We editor returns thanks for
q sample.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Ladies' Will find relief from their Costive-
ness, Swimming in the Head, Collie, Sour Stom-
dose OF Simmons Liver Regulator after dim
ner or supper, SO as TO move the bowels once a
day. Mothers VIII have better health and the
babies will grow more robust by using the
Regulator Ifan infant show signs OF Collie
nothing like few drops in water for relief.
The Genuine has the red n on front OF wrap
per
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Fourteen car loads of Georgia water
melons passed through Hagerstown,
over the Shenandoah Valley Railroad
for New York market on Monday of
last week.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

AT a regular meeting of Horeb En-
campment No. II. L. o. o. F., held
June 9th, 1888, the following named
officers were duly elected for the en-
suing term:
c. p. Shafer, c.. P; F. Eberle, III.
p; G. III. HODGE, s. W.; III. M. Couch
man, s.; Theo. Buser, Treas; G. l..
Rice, j. w.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Williamsport had parade of Red
Men on the Fourth, lodges there from
Hagerstown, Waynesboro, Emmitts-
burg, and speakers from Baltimore.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The Democrats have called district
meetings for Saturday, July 2lst, to
elect delegates to the Congressional,
Judicial and Senatorial Conventions.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

A. M. GILBERT'S Drug Store is the
place to get pure Drugs, Medicines, Dia-
mond Dyes, Fine Perfumery, DIR. Metze's
Tooth Brush, Toilet Soaps, Holiday
Goods, Sponges, Cigars, &c, cheaper
than any place in town.
Cor. Queen and Race 81.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07
AN EXPLANATION.

What is this $ nervous trouble with
which SO many seem now to be afflicted?
If you will remember few years ago
the word Malaria was comparatively un-
known,-to day it is as common as any
word in the English language, yet this
word covers only the meaning of anoth-
er word used by our forefathers in times
past. So it is with nervous diseases, as
they and Malaria are intended to cover
what our grandfathers called Bilious.
ness, and all are caused by troubles that
arise from diseased condition of the
Liver which in performing it functions
finding it cannot dispose of the bile
through the ordinary channel is compell-
ed to pass it off through the system,
causing nervous troubles, Malaria, Bill
ious Fever, etc. You who are suffering
can we'll appreciate cure. We recon-
mend Green August Flower. Its cures
are marvellous.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The Ghambersburg Bicycle Club
arrived here Tuesday evening on
their way to Winchester. They were
met by the Martinsburg Club and es-
corted to the hotel. We had a short
call from Mr.. Schaff, of the Peoples
Register, and several other members
of the club. They had a pleasant
trip. .zss
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Mr.. James st. Clair died at the resi-
dence of his daughter, Mrs. Henry
w. Castleman, in the southern part
of Jefferson county. on Monday after
noon last-aged so years. He was at
one time Clerk of the Circuit Court of
Loudoun county. His remains were
inferred at Edge Hill Cemetery" in
Charlestown, on Tuesday afternoon.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The Democratic Senatorial Conven-
ton for this district will be held in
Martinsburg, on Monday, July 23d.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Horses and buggies were in demand
on the Fourth. The ladies must haye
had good time.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The members Of the Mechanics
Band request their friends and the
public to keep in mind their fourth
annual Excursion, which goes to Pen
Mar this year, on Saturday. July 2lst.
No one should miss seeing the sights
and enjoying the pleasure of trip to
PenMar, when the cost is so little.
All who can should take their wives
and children.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The Fourth was a quiet day in
town. Most of Our citizens were out
some in the cOuntry,-others at
Winchester, Bath and Gettysburg.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The young Americans Fourth OF
July patriotism tries good many
peoples nerves.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

The Valley House is assuming very
imposing proportions, with an entire
new story.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Mrs. Robert X. Robinson is able to
90 about again, after confinement to
the house for about year.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

On Tuesday the b. & O. employees
in the shops were put on eight hours
day.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Misses Helen and Lily Bridges, OF
Hancock, Md, are visiting Miss May
Faulkner.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

There will be services in Trinity
Episcopal Church Sunday, July Sth,
at IL O'Clock a. m.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

CHAMBERsBURG, PA, July 1T
was announced here to-day that the
Democratic Ne,cs, a new weekly pa
per, will be issued about August 1st
by ex-County Superintendent Fl. A.
Disert and Daniel NJ Shelter, of the
Valley Spirit the only Democratic pa
per in. the county. The announce
ment has caused ripple in political
circles-for though the publishers an
nounce that the new paper is to be
purely Democratic, yet they and their
supporters are Randall men and pro-
tectionists, and the new paper will,
undoubtedly, advocate protection.
The enterprise is backed by abundant
capital.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07
MARRIAGES.

At the home of the bride in Mar
tinsburg, July Sd, by Elder John
Brindle, Geo. F. S. Smith, to Miss
Clara E. College. Both of Martins
burg.
June 81, in Winchester, by Rev.
Nelson P. Dame, Callie, daughter of
Edward G. Bruce, of Winchester, and
Charles Russell Oldham, of Mounds
vile, West Virginia.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07

Mr.. Charles X. Bowers, of Berke-
ley County, has rented property in
Salem. Virginia. and will keep a
boarding house for students at Roam
oke College.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1888-07-07
From the Shepherdstosns Register. |

A SENSIBLE THING.-At the last
session of the Virginia legislature a
law was passed requiring all railroad
agents at telegraph stations to be at
their place at least an hour before the
arrival of each passenger thain, and
to plainly mark on bulletin board
whether or not the train islate, and if
late how much. In compliance with
this law the Shenandoah Valley Rail-
road has provided blackboards for all
the stations along its lines and order
ed its agents to comply with the law.
Consequently the public is now in.
formed as to when they may expect
the trains. This is a very sensible
provision. and one that travellers will
appreciate.
A PRETTY SMALL BABY.-Mr. S.
L. Williams writes from Shenandoah
Junction to the Charlestown Spirit as
follows:
Looking upon the midget record.
Joseph Willingham, of our town, is
the proud father of a perfectly formed
male baby five days old to-day, that
weighs two pounds, and can be placed
in one of Mason's half-gallon fruit
jars erect, and its head will not reach
to the top. Mother and baby are
both doing well, and the father is as
jubilant over his newborn babe as the
now aspiring candidates for the presi-
dency of the United States.