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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

EXCURSION TO CALIFoRH1A.-Free sleeping
car excursion to California, oregon and Colo
RADIO points will leave MayI7th, from Delaware
Ave. Depot. Wilmington. Delaware, via B. & O.
r. R. at $40 P. M Baltimore s: 80 P. M. Wash
ington 9:45 P. M. with only one change Of cars
at Kansas City. (Union DepoD. For further
Information and reservation OF berths apply to
n. A. Miller, Pass and T'k't Ag't B. & o. R. R.,
Wilmington, Delaware, or to D. Bride. Pass.
Ag't Central Building Baltimore Nd, or to
nearest Ticket Agent, B. & o. r. R.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

THE GENERAL MEETING OF THE TUNKER
CHURCH.-The decision In this case about
which there has been considerable anxiety
has been made. selecting Harrisonburg as the
place for the same, which is to be held in June
loon
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

To the taste, more acceptable to the stomach,
and more truly beneficial in its action. the ia
nous California liquid fruit remedy, Syrup of
Figs, is rapidly superseding all others. Try
It. One bottle will prove is merits.
apr 1S-lm
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

- A carload of Iron-beam Double-shovel
Flows, Single-shovel Flows and pillow steels,
lust received by Baker & Brown.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

The BEST Goods, the Latest Novelties at
the closest cash prices can be found at ]. ]
Shirkey's. Don't fail to call and see him.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Challi, White Goods. Laces Ribbons, Para
soils, Jet Trimmings, Dress Braids of all kinds
sold very cheap at J.J, SHIRKEY'S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Ar PRESCRIPTIONS CAREFULLY COM
POUNDED night or day at
CHILDS' Drug Store.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

White-wash Brushes should be in demand
now. Call and examine goods and prices at
CHILD's Drug Store.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

GINGHAMS. GINGHAMS, the largest stock
in the Valley. from lotto so cents yard. Don't
fail to see them, at J.J. SHIRKBY'S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25
Fortunate Lumber Camp Ticket Hold.

Some months ago a party working in the
lumber camp of William Coach, on the Stur
geon river, ordered 81 tenth tickets In The
Louisiana State Lottery. One Of these was
tenth of ticket No. II 575. which won the first.
prizs OF sl5O.0OO. in the drawing of the tn OF
February, giving the handsome sum OF Sl5.OOO
to be divided. There we're sixteen in the club,
theltIckets being sent to George J. Johnson. OF
Baraga. Three of the holders were OF one
family, being John Bodwein, his wife and
child, who thus secures good share.-L' A,sse
tMich.) Sentinel. March 8.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Ladies', remember J. j. Shirley makes a
specially OF DRESS NOVELTIES. Don't fail
to see his stock before purchasing.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Chantilla and Spanish Guipore, Flouncings
with Lace Edge to match, all prices, at
IL SHIRREY,S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

instantaneous Cream Chocolate, Alkethrepta
Cocoas, &C., at G. Q, Wheat's.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

The best Chilled Plow on the markss for sale
by Baker & Brown,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

At Charleston, W. Va, last Saturday
night, ]. W. Rutter, hostler at Kanawha
and Ohio Railroad depot, was run over by
an engine and killed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

At &C. Wheats you will find powdered mix
ed herbs for fish and poultry dressi ng.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

PANToMIME AT d. d. & B. INSTITUTION
Don't forget that the psntomime exhibition at
the D. D. & B. Institution. by the pupils OF
that Institution, will take place next Friday
night, the 9th instant. This will be novel
and interesting exhibition and all who can
should attend it. 1t will be the last opportunity
to witness the remarkable performances of the
deat-mute clown who has excited the wonder
and admiration Of all who have seen him act.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Call on Baker d Brown for Flax-seed Meal
told process.) for stock. Cotton-ssed Heal, for
stock.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

SILKS, SILKS. Black and Colored, at all
prices, at J,J. SHIRKEY'S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

VIII you paint this season Before buying
look at ready-mixed paint at CHILD's Drug
store.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

On banda large supply of LANDRETH'S
GARDEN SEEDS, at
CHILDS' Drug Store.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

A lot OF between 81 and 40 young horses,
most of them Percherous, IL of them yearlingt
belonging to MI. Geo. Freed, stopped in Staun-
ton on the oath at noon. en- route for Highland,
to be pastured this Summer. Mr.. Harner OF
South River and others had them in charge.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

G. c. Wheat has a fair coffee at Ito, lbs for
SO cents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Headquarters for new Lake Herring at Ba.
ker d Browns.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

DRESS GOODS In endless variety. and sold
at the closest cash prices at
]. ]. SHIRKEY'S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Novelties in Black and Colored Dress Braids
of all kinds, very cheap, at ]. ]. SHIRKEY'S,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25


QUEEN VICTORIA OFF FOR GERMANY
A despatch from Florence, Italy, on Sun
day says
Queen Victoria, Princess Beatrice and
Prince Henry of Battenberg started for Ber-
lin today. The streets were packed with
enthusiastic crowds. At Innsbruck prepare
tions are being made for the meeting of
Emperor Francis Joseph aud the Queen.
For some months past band of organic
ed negro burglars have been making almost
nj Oh t)y raids upon citizens of the little city
of Mexico, In Northern Missouri. Satur-
day night nearly every suspicious negro in
town was arrested. Their houses were
searched, and all kinds Of dry goods, cloth
ing, knives, jewelry, watches, pistols, etc.,
Wero recovered
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Beautiful h BIT CLIO 81 8, for Spring
Dresses, just opened at ]. ]. SHIRKEY'S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Satteens, French and American, in great
variety at j. J. SHIRKEY'S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

THE GREEN HOUSES AND GARDENS ON LEWIS
|STREET.-The Green houses and grounds en-
braced in Mr.. John Fallon's garden. on Lewis
street. begin to make an inviting display as
the season advances. His stock Of roses and
other ornamental growth for transplanting are
In fine vigor. The houses are full of all sizes
and varieties OF blooming plants by which ev
cry taste can be gratifed
Tomato, cabbage. sweet-potato, and other
vegetable plants for transplanting are in large
stock and orders filed at the shortest notice.
Mr. Fallon is rapidly filling up his market
garden with vegetables for the season, which
he will have in great abundance from the
| earliest to mature toithe latest to ripen. The
SPECTATOR contains the advertisement of the
Lewis street establishment.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Ladies', for new Spring shades in o A D
CLOTHS, 60 to ]. ]. SHIRKEY'S
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25
Philadelphia livestock Market
AnriI %

CATTLE-Receipts $500; market 1saIlc lower:
extra at 514a5H cts. good 4s4a5 cts. medium 41la
AZ cts com mon 334a4 cts per H. Sheep-Rc-
.ce1pts 1000: market HsX ct higher; native
Sheep 411s7a4 cts, Texans 311a8 cts per ID.
Lambs at 5as14 cts per ID.
HoGs..Receipts $780, Western sold at s1lassS
cts per b.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

60 to ]. ]. Shirkey's for Black Goods Of all
kinds
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25
.RESH COWS,

have two resh cows forsale at reasonable
prices. JOHN w. TODD.
feb 1T Staunton, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Beautiful line OF MORE ANTIQUE SILKS,
all shades just opeded at ]. ]. sHIRKEY'S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25
Richmond Live.stock srarket. Apr.

The SPECTATop publishes the live stock
markets of Baltimore, Philadelphia, New
York, and Richmond earlier than any other
paper in Staunton.
Richmond livestock Market, Apr. %.
Receipts: 45 head of cattle, 10 sheep, 46S hogs
Sales: 223 head of cattle, 10 sheep, 4GS hogs.
Prices:
Cattle-Best 415a5c. gross a few extra higher;
medium TO good, 3zia4Hc. gross; common to
fair 234a319c. oss.
Sheep-5a612c. gross.
Hogs-6a713c net.
Bulls-23Ia3lHc gross.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

C. C. Wheat has evaporated peaches. apple
and apricots.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Go tot. ]. shirkey's for Novelties in DRESS
GOODS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

HORSE B L s.-The place to have horse
bills printed in the best style is at the SPEcTA-
or office,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

GENERAL BooK-KEEPER OF NATIONAL VAL
LEY BANK.-This post in the National Valley
Bank of this city, madei by the resig-
nation.of Mr.. JOS E. Rollins, was filled on the
18th inst. by the appointment of Mr.. Henry
Walker, who has Tor number of years been
one of the Book-Keepers of that institution.
This recognition of Mr.. Walkers qualification
reflects the evidences of appreciation in which
he is held by the Bank, for services faithful ily,
intelligently, and courteously performed. and
Is also pleasing 10 his friends who congratu-
late him on his promotion.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

"AMER1CA."-We have received from the
publishers the initial number of America,
weekly periodical, issued every Saturday. 1t
is devoted to current topics, the news Of the
day and the arts and industries Of the country.
Its typographical makeup is exceedingly at
tractive, and its contents are Of much more In
terest than one ordinarily finds in the general
run of such publications The list OF contrib
utors comprises some Of the most eminent
names in American literature and politics. and
in the list we note that of Hon. B. johnson
Barbour of Virginia. The contents of the first
number are as follows: American Patriotism,
Seth Low, st: Michael, the Weigher, James
Russell Lowell; fhe Adscititious Experience
of Amos Killright, Frank B. Stockton; Little
Boy Blue. EugeLe Field; An American, Charles
Dudley Warner; New York Letter, Joseph
Howard, Jr. Literature in Masquerade, Julian
Hawthorne; Thirst, an Ocean Incident, W.
Clark Russell; seciety's Crime. Harriet Gilman
Smith; Washington Letter, Ella Lorraine Dor
sey; Paris Letter, Baroness Salvador; editori-
al. musical. literary and dramatic notes.
American Publishing Company, Chicago. Sub
scription 49, per year; six months S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Fertilizers for the spring crops for sale a..
low prices by Baker & Brown,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

DESTITUTE WANDERERS CARED FORA
few days since, white woman, about forty
years of age, and thinly clothed. applied at the
office of the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad Co..
asking for ticket to Petersburg 1t was soon
observed that she was not competent to take
care CT herself, and officer Simpson of the City
Police had her conveyed to the Aims House.
There it was manifest that she was of unsound
mind, and it would be improper to undertake
the care of her at that place. She is now in
Jail, it being the only place under the clrcum-
stances, she could be sent to at present for pro-
lection. She gives her name as Mrs. Fowler,
and as far as she can be understood. is from
Pennsylvania or Martinsbuig, West Va. The
police think she is an escaped lunatic. 1t is
to be hoped that through the publicity thus
given, her identity may be ascertained.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

Western Lunatfc Asylum.
Report Of patients for six months from Octo-
Der lst 1887 to April LIST, 1885:
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25

THE CANNERY.-The cannery to be started
in this city, though late in the season. will.
after all, put up considerable quantity of
tomatoes. During the last week. several
parties have agreed to plant few acres. More
can do so. and thus, without risk they can as
certain the advantages, and If encouraging.
can go next year into the production on large
scale.
An abundance of tomato seed, which will be
furnished without charge, will be here to m or.
row.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25
Baltimore Livestock Market, Apr. 90.

SwINE.-Though the numbers exceed by 1l5O
the receipts of last Monday. the prices are fully
up to those ruling then, with the quality about
the same. but without as good a shipping de-
mand. Trade Is fair to good. We quote Hogs
at 7a73 cts. with most sales at 734s7X cts per ID
net; rough Hogs sell at 7 cts per ID. Receipts
this week 6,64l head.
BEEvEs. today IS cerloads for the
loads for export. The opeping prices were at a
small advance. but before tbe finish an easier
feeling prevailed; poor to very choice Steers
sold at l5as5 40 per 100 lbs. and Bulls and dry
Cows at 2 S0aS4 per 100 TBS.
SHEEP AND LAMBs-Receipts $500; firm and
81 10, clipped do. at 5 5Oas6 rs per 100 lbs, un-
shorn yearlings at 7aSS rs clipper do. at 9 5oa
81 20 per 100 lbs. Hogs-Receipts Il, 400; easier
for live Hogs at 10aS8 so per 100 bs fair State
sold at 90a6 per 100 lbs.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25
Important to Farmers.

am now prepared to furnish FERTILl-
ZERS OF THE BFST Ora DIES, for all spring
crops.
apr l8-4t JAS. h. BLACkLE1.
Don't forget that ]. ]. Shirley win not be
undersold by any house as to the same quality
ofgoods.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-04-25
Richmond Markets.

Wheat quiet. Corn very firm. Oats nominal,
Hay firm and prices with upward tendency.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1888-12-01

The experience gained in ordinary deer
stalking Is of little use to the chamois
hunter-the region in which the game is
to be seen is so different, while the agil-
ity and watchfulness of the two animals
compel the cultivation of very different
kinds Of adroitness. The man who Is fit
to win and wear the much priced Cam
bort" or long tuft of hair from the back
of the winter pelt Of the chamois, re-
quires to be man of iron muscles, cool
head, unerring eye, and a courage that
must often be prepared to face terrible
odds, to avoid the danger Of having to
meet others much worse.
Without the power of undergoing fa-
tigne aud privations it is vain his at
tempting to become an adept In this
sport. And one of the very charms of
the "Gamsjagd" lies in the knowledge
that he cannot obtain his success by any
kind of adyerftitious advantages. Neither
man nor dog can be Of any use to him.
He must rely entirely ON himself; and IL
once he gets troubled with dread of
hunger or cold. or abyss or crevasse, or
slippery glissade, he may much better
try his fortune at humber game. In
short, chamois hunting is Alpine climb
ing, plus the fact that 1t Is the antelope,
and not the guide, who selects the trav-
eler's route.-London Standard.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1888-12-01

Tho problem of a life saving dress
which shall be what It's name implies Is
one that has often been attempted, but
In one point or other Is as yet unsolvcd.
A Michigan diver claims, however, 70
have discovered a solution.
Tho dress Is q combination Of divers
suit and the famous Paul Boyton rig. Il
differs from the latter In that II Is not In
fiated, and resembles tho former in that n
helmet with contrivanccs for seeing and
breathing forms part of the outfit Tho
principal garment resembles a childs
nightdress, being wide enough at tho
neck to admit the body, and possessing
arms and legs. The ncckband Is fastened
with q simple contrivance. and it is
claimed that by means of a series of
overlapping folds in the junction between
the headpiece and the lower garment a
person incased can breathe freely.
Around the waist Is O peculiarly con-
structed life preservcr, capable Of sup
porting ten times tho weight of n largo
man, and at tho feet arc leaden solcs, the
object of which is to maintain the wearer
In an upright position in the water. II is
claimed that person can rig himself
or hersclf-the garment Is fitted for wo-
men as well 9s men-inside Of two
minutes, and that when oncc incased
sinking Is an absolute impossibility. Tho
inventor claims that fully 80 per cent. of
people who arc supposed to have been
drowned arc in reality killed by expos-
ure. To obviato this difficulty the rub
Der suit is constructed with view to re-
tanning tho heat of tho human body and
at tho same time to protect IL from the
water.-Chicago Tribune.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1888-12-01
Count ToIstoi,s sImpIo Life,

During my weeks sojourn at Yasnaia
Poliana, the count did no manual toll.
He had not made any shoes for some
time, and although he proposed plowing
the field Of a peasant woman whose hus-
band was in Jail for bone stealing, he
did not actually get between the stiits.
He really did not seem TO have sufficient
physical strength 10 do long days hard
work. He was ailing, and, as he said,
rejoicing in the consciousness that every
day brought him nearer To death. We
were all much concerned at tho evident
frailty of his constitution, The previous
year, when he had hurt his foot against
a cart wheel, he had been laid up for
months. This year he was far from
well, but he refused 10 have any advice
from q doctor.
Physic and the healing art he held in
profound disdain, and it was an attempt
TO secure tho advice Of the first physi-
clan in Moscow which precipitated tho
pilgrimage from Moscow TO Yasnaia
Poliana in the spring of this year. The
vegetarian regimen which he has adopted
was doing him no good. He was steadily
pressing forward along the ascetic path.
Until last year he enjoyed the cigarette;
now tobacco, like wine and fresh meat,
is tabooed. The son smokes, but not tho
father. Meat is served at dinner and
supper. but he contented himself with
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1888-12-01

UNITED STATES EXHIBIT, BARCELONA.
profitable market. The truth is that the
peninsula which In the Sixteenth century
was terror to all Europe, has been sub
siding ever since. Spanish civilization
reminds us more Of the far past than
any other In Europe. Bull fights alonc
are ON indication Of the antique tastes Of
Spaniards, and are suggestive Of the
gladitorial shows Of eighteen hundred
years ago. There seems to be no inherent
life. The people are largely uneducated,
and there are still brigailds in consider
able quantities in her mountains. Such
a people adheres largely to devices al
ready in common use, as were in vogue
centuries before. 1t is not surprising
that American manufacturers do not
look to Spain as good market for tho
introduction of new things. If there is
anything in the line Of a new perfumery
or tobacco, doubtless it would be seized
upon with avidity, but patent ventila.
tors wouldn't DO understood, and fur
mace for housewarming would be out Of
place In a land where they still use
braziers. Spain once furnished tho
famous Toledo blade, the most remarka-
BILE steel in the world, but England and
America seem long ago to have beaten
her in cutlery manufacture. Doubtless
If some American would send over q
rapier that could be coiled like a watch
spring he would create furor in the ex-
hibitiOn.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1888-12-01
Besant's Rules for Writers.

Mr.. Besant formulates eleven rules
which must be constantly kept i'm mind
by those who would worthily follow tho
art Of fiction. These eleven rules-the
endecalogue, as ono might call them, Of
the art Of fiction--are as follows:
1. Practice writing something original
every day. q
2. Cultivate the habit OF observation,
/ Q. Work regularly at certain hours.
, a. Read no rubbish. -
8. Aim at the formation of style.
O, Endeavor to DO dramatic.
z. A great element of dramatic skill is
selection.
8. Avoid tho sin Of writing about q
character.
8. Never attempt to describe any kind
of life except that with which you arc
familiar.
10. Learn as much as you can about
men and women. ~
IL. For the sake of forming O good
natural style and acquiring command of
language write poesry.-Pall Mall Ga.
Acltcs .---I ;..Is-<-. -
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1888-12-01
A New HYPNOTIC Phenomenon.

NJ. Liegois contributes to a recent
number of The Revue dc PHypnotisme
an article describing new hypnotic
phenomenon, in the field Of negative
hallucination." This term describes a
state in which tho suggestion that GER
tain person, certain object in the field
of vision, remains unseen, has been
obeyed. The state is explained as an an
inhalation of the perception as 1t reaches
consciousness. The Impression is re-
ceived, but ignored. Having o third
party to suggest to one of his subjects
that he will be invisible to her, it is found
that she does not hear him, see him or oven
feel the prick of pin when he holds tho
pin, reacting normally to all other per-
sons. If, however, NJ. Liegois calls out
impersonally, Camille feels thirsty,
Camille will drink glass Of water" she
hears and obeys the Command; If simil-
arly told to stand at his side, she does
so; and so on for every sense. While
she does not hear him, she none the less
really can hear him. There is q sort of
dual personality, one-half of which
obeys the negative suggestion, while the
other is automatically regulated, and
obeys any suggestion not directly In con-
flict with previous one. The further
development Of this study promises in
teresting results.-Science.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1888-12-01
Dressed Poultry.

The New York Bulletin offers the sug-
gestion that as food in the crops Of
dressed poultry not only Injuries the ap-
pearance but is liable to sour, it should
not be fed for at least twelve hours be-
fore killing, to be in accordance with
the following extract from city ordin-
Gnce: "Section /. That no turkeys or
chickens be offered for sale in this city
unless the crops of such turkeys and
chickens are free from food and other
bodies. That all fowls exposed for sale
in violation of this ordinance shall be
seized and condemned; such Of them as
shall be tainted shall upon examination
be destroyed, and the rest which is fit
for food shall be used in the public insti-
tions of thecity." -,