Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1888-01-04
PARNASSUS.
A LETTER FULL OF NEWS.

The New Year was ushered in in the midst
Of binding storm of rain and sleet.
1t has been the custom for many years with
the Methodists to keep watch Night" and
spend the last moments of the retiring year In
prayer-the advent of the new year was hailed
with prayer and praise. These watch
Nights" date from Wesley's time, and. I sup
pose, are still generally observed. At this place
there was no preparation made for this time
honored custom.
The holidays were spent by our people in the
old fashioned style-family reunions. friends
visiting friends, and quiet and jolly time was
enjoyed by ell. Our little village will again
resume its hustle. The school at this place Is
in lourishing condition. and many of the pu-
pills who had gone home to spend their Xmas
have returned to resume their studies. To you.
Mr.. Editor, and the many readers. and all con-
nected with the SPECTATORS faithful and IA
vorite journal-I wish a happy and prosperous
New Year.
On the 10th ult., Rev. ]. w. Lafferty was in
stalled as pastor OF Union Church. Rev. Mr..
Preston, of Thinking Spring, preached the SER
mon and propounded the questions: Rev. re.
Walker delivered the charge to the pastor, and
Rev. Mr.. Winfree, of Loeb Willow, to the peo-
pie.
The congregation of Messy Creek Church
have extended unanimous call to Rev. r. F.
Campbell, of Millboro', Va.
MI. George Thomas and Miss Eliza Sheets. O.
Swoope's in this county, were married at the
M. E. Parsonage In your city, by Rev. DR.. cara
ner, on the 2Sth ult. The bridal party were
handsomely entertained at the residence OF
Mr.. Valentine Hupman, uncle OF the bride.
who resides near this place. They left on the
following day for their future heme.
The road leading from this place via Schut-
terle's Mill to your city has been greatly bene-
fitted by deviations made from the old loca-
ton at two points. That portion OF the road
near Mr.. John 81. Jones' in wet seasons was at
times almost impossible. The other points
where Mofetts branch was crossed several
times and in freezing weather and during high
water were dangerous. All this has been rem
edfed and avoided by new locations The Con-
tractor, MIR. A. R. Whitmore, has opened to the
public good. and, in all seasons. passabls
road.
Mrs. Mary ]. Whitmore has been very i'll for
several weeks. Her condition at present is re-
ported better. She is at her relatives, Mr.. Jos
A. Whitmore.
Miss Lucy Byers has been confined to her
room for some time with a severe indisposi-
that she is improving and will soon. 1t is hoped
be able to resume her studies. Miss Lucy Is
highly esteemed by her teachers and class
mates in the High School here.
Mr.. John L. Beard has been confined to his
room for several weeks with a carbuncle. He
is rapidly convalescing.
We regret to learn that Rev. B. F. Whitmore
removing to his farm near Ham
(yl~a Ha-l hAor, Mill for
year, and many friends will regret his depar-
ture. He rendered valuable service to the NJ.
E. Church South here. and was generally es.
teened for his sincere piety and usefulness.
Miss Matte Bryan. who has been an invalid
for several years. is at present very Ill.
Last week, the ice-houses in this vicinity
were filled with pure Ice, clear as crystal from
) to inches in thickness.
Mr.. r. H. Dudley is busy with his baling ma
chine emong our farmers. There is an active
demand for baled hay and shucks.
Mr.. D. L. Snyder has nearly completed road
Of easy grade from his Variety Springs to the
Healing and Warm Springs pike at point
mile above the Striblng Springs. He VIII
srect cottages at once, several of which have
been engaged for next season. Families from
your city will spend the heated term Of 1883 at
this new resort, for pure bracing air and a
variety OF medicinal virtues. This will, if a
udicious use Of printers ink be made, become
favorite place for many invalids. and those
seeking rest and enjoyment
A fine deer. closely pursued by dogs. was
killed last week on the farm OF Miss Sallie
Beard, near Stribling Springs. The animal was
nearly exhausted, and was caught by Mr.. Chas.
4. Beard, who cut its throat. A divide was
made between those who owned the dogs In
jul suit. AMI good mess CT ane juicy yenison
vas enjoyed by all, including your humble cor