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Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
Leap Year Party.

A leap year party was given by num-
Der of young ladies' Of Woodstock last Fri
day evening, at the hOspitable residence
Of Mr. Robt. J. Walker, on Muhlenburg
street. The program was admirably ar
ranged and conducted in most commend
able manner. Everything was conducted
in genuine leap year style by the young
ladies', who were just coy and demure
enough to make them graceful and charm
ing, and the boys tried to act as coy and
difident as the ladies usually do at their
parties. At 1880 they called at the resi-
dences of their invited gentlemen friends
and escorted them to Mr.. Walkers
Cards and dancing were INDUCED in until
ten o'clock when the ladies again escorted
the boys 70 the dining room where an ele-
CANT supper awaited them. All we're do
ing Justice to it and the boys were hoping
that the ladies would 20 further with the
entertainment by popping the question:
as they were deprived Of the privilege, but
the darning needle put an end to such
hopes. After the repast the company re-
turned to the psrlor and playing was re-
sumed. At O'Clock the party dispersed
and it then came the boys time to see
their lady entertainers home. Mr.. and
Mrs. Walker spared no pains to make the
young people spend an enjoyable evening
and their furnace-heated mansion, th'
radiant faces Of the ladies and the proiu
sion Of tropical fruits made us imagine
ourselves in Florida and feel very SORT,
for all the boys out in the cold.
Those present were the Misses Blanch
and Cora Pitman, Ella and Mamie Msgru
der Lula RodefIer Sallie Clover, Lul
Bushong. Katie Cohman, sallie SuPingel
Lizzie Grabill, aud Messrs. Hugh Clover
Harry Bender, Dan BushOng, Chss. Knei'
lev. Robert Allen, Berna COfmAn. Do
Grabill, Will Msgruder and Bane Bushone
When the large cake was cut Mi'
Blanche Pltman and Chas. Kneisley 20
the darning needle, and Miss Katie Cot
man and Bane BushOng secured the RIM
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
CHURCH DIRECTORY

LuruERAN.-Rey. A. A. j. Bushong
breaches in the Lutheran Church, on the
lat and ?nd Sabbath mornings, and at
night on the 4th Sabbath of each month
METHODIST. Geo. II. zimmerman
breaches in the Methodist Church, at
Woodstock, on the ID and 4th Sundays,
morning and 81 in the evening, and at I'd
inburg on the LIST and Sd Sundays of each
month. morning and 81 in the evening.
PRTsRYTERIAH.- Rev. 7. 7. Epps
breaches in the Presbyterian Church, az
Woodstock, every Sunday morning and
evening. ~ s.,.,,.
EPrscoPAL.-Rev. James W. Shields
will preach in Emmanuel Protestant Epis,
copai Church, Woodstock, on the LIST and
3disundays of each month, morning and
night. ,,,,
in the Reformed church on the LIST aud 3rc
SUNDAYS in the morning and every Sunday
uight. s .oooh
"a In the Christian church at woodstock
on the Sd Sunday morning and evening;
M.E. CHURCH, COLoRED.-keV JONI
Meredith, breaches in Woodstock every ''
SUNDAY.
PREACHING AT Pooh HOUSE.
March. 1893, 4th Sunday, by Rev. g. il
April. is5s, 3rd Sunday, by Rev. T.
Fps. d.. K
| Kline.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16


One of the saddest Affections we have
been called on to chronicle for long time
comes to us from the family Of Mr. Moses
Hottinger, living near the mountain OPP
posite Hawkinstown, in this county. In
the last few months be has been called on
TO surrender three of his children as fol-
lows: On Feby. 25th, died Geo. I. Hot
finger, aged years, 9mOnths and2 % days
On March 9th his daughter Minnie was
called away, at the age Of l6 years, she
dying at the same hour she was born just
16 years before. On March 10th his son
Chas. Hottinger died just as be was cross
ing the threshold Of manhood, his young
life going back to the God who give it at
the age of 90 years, 3 months and DAYS.
All OF the above died from severe colds
contracted while they were suffering from
measles. May tender, loving God, who
does not affict the children Of men will
insly. comfort this sorely bereaved family.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

Senator Rddleberger, at last accounts,
was still confined to his room from a sac
ond attack of liberated tonsils. He has
been invited TO New York for st. Patrick's
Day, but unless the weather shall greatly
improve, his physicians will forbid his
going. lie writes that the worst tonsil
burst on Monday morning aud is nearly
we'll
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
An Absentminded Boy.

know an absentminded boy,
His name will not tell,
But, the cause Of his observation-disclosures
I'm sure know full well.
His residence, tits in Edinburg,
But not upon Main street;
But. for fear ri become too indiscreet,
III only of his actions speak.
When told the canthook to get,
Or the dog in the log to hit,
The only thing he IL heard to say or do,
Ia al wish was at home with -
Now, wish to give him my advice,
(And it is nothing more nor less)
Than that if he wants a sweetheart
To wait until she wears long dress.
+. X. J.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
Consumption surely Cured

To THE EDITOR. Please inform your
readers that have positive remedy for
the above named disease. BY its timely
use thousands Of hopeless cases have been
permanently cured. shall be glad Ia
send two BOTTLES Of my remedy FREE to
any of your readers who have consump,
ton if they will send me their express and
post office address. Respectfully,
ia. SLOCuM, NJ. c., 15l Pearl st., n. 7
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
NOTES.

Mr.. Jones let "Growler" off early the
evening before the party, and he got up
the next morning dressed In his Sunday
clothes and did not have to make fire in
the parlor.
The affair on the evening Of the 9th inst,
caused some Of the boys to have their ears
moved down.
"willie, It's leap year, you must not pro
pose" This remark was made in room
without light.
IL is said that six small boys kept the
avarmintsp of of one Of the girls a. she
wendell her way down TO ----ders. Wher
Hal made his appearance he exclaimed
"You didn't think couldn't walk, die
yon I"
"Go light the hall lamp, Dan WIZ
your girl will break her neck ia the dark.
He had Just succeeded In lighting 1t wheI
she came, thus saving Us the ehroniclini
of a broken neck.
'DO YOU want a ticketT said Mr.. Chap
man, as one Of the charmers appeared a
the u. q o. ticket window. She replied
mo, ] want DOM
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

In answer to a call that appeared in this
paper a number Of our citizens assembled
at the engine house to take steps looking
to the starting Of a canning establishment
At this place Mr.. NJ. L. Walton was
called to the chair and Nr. A. Snyder was
appointed secretary. After an informal
discussion and exchange OF views on the
subject in question and a number OF shares
Of stock had been subscribed committee
Of five was appointed to solicit stock. A
committee was also appointed to secure
the service Of some competent person to
deliver an address on the subject of can
neries, at an early day. The meeting then
adjourned subject TO the call of the chair
man. We hope the next meeting will be
largely attended. as this is question OF
vital Importance to all our people, both OF
the town and country.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
. Thousand Dollars Each

Was the prIco demanded by a skilful dent
ist N mart with a magnificent set Of teeth
Manv people part with their teeth for
no,bing. because they neglect TO care for
them Minot's Dentifrice-price % cents
ENSURES beautiful teeth and healthy
gums.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
Written for the Valley Virginian.I
TELEGRAPHIC ROLL CALL.
ny TINE MAN AT THE RIDGE.

NV AlOAAA OAA@@@@s
ny THE MAN AT THE RIDGE.
The Operators on the Harper's Ferry
and Valley Division of the b. & o. Rail
road.
I'll introduce you to the boys
Who work the Valley "String;"
They are a lively set indeed,
And make the wires sing.
At Harper's Ferry Marquette
Will greet you with a smile
Chambers takes his place at night
And works in lightning style.
At Charlestown youll find Kelley,
tell you he's iirst-rate;
lie sends the lightning DER the wire,
At quite q lively gait.
At Summit Point two darlings
VIII tend to things all right
steele rushes things in daytime.
Farnsworth sings "Morsep at night.
The next man is at Stephenson's,
And Dunlap is his name,
He's not so very fast you know
But gets there Just the same.
At Winchester is j. G. Smith,
Dispatcher for the line;
lie runs trains DER the II. F. & ",
In a style that's very fine.
He treats you very kindly
While You stick to your work
But If you shirk your duty
He'll catch you with jerk.
His brother, Rays assistant;
And when there is a rush,
Maphls and Harmer help them
And do things with push.
Spengler Is our night chief,
A very good one too.
lie makes mp "orders" carefully,
And sends them firm and true.
Rogers works at Middletown,
He's agent, too, I think;
Long as Strasburg sends 30 fast
He don't take time to wink.
Chapman works at Woodstock
Like he wasn't in a hurry :"
And Meredith at Edinburg
Is not inclined TO furry.
Here's Murphy at Mt. Jackson,
He's good and no mistake;
Painter at night is kept busy
Keeping himself awake.
Moiett's at New Market,
His style is very good
He always takes 1t coolly,
Nor would rush you If he could.
Smith at little Broadway
Thinks his sending's very fine
Domaine at night can hold his own
With any on the line.
At Harrisonburg, O'Brien
Is the favorite Of the boys
When Conrad works the wires at night
He makes a lot of noise.
Wen stop a while at Weyer's Caye
And call on Lindamood,
Although he is "new man"
His sending's pretty good.
At stanton, Charlie Hammond
Is good one on the key;
And Harvie Smith his night man,
Dispatcher, would like to he.
At Greenyille, shultz will greet you
with bright and smiling face,
And although not quite a "rasher,"
He will "get there" in the race.
At Raphne, Keller's agent
And operator, too,
So in a busy season
Has as much az he can do.
Here's Timber Ridge the lonely,
With hardly a house in sight.
Haines will answer through the day,
But closes up at night.
East Lexington's "the Junction
OF the Valley and X. & A..
And Lusk, who works for both roads
Has little time for play.
AtLe1ington, the terminus,
Kent Bryan runs the trains,
From there down to the Junction,
Which takes a man Of brains.
Although they're not all perfect,
And some are little slow;
Still the boys have the reputation
or being the best on the b. ~ o.
Timber Ridge, Ia, Feb. 81, lss5.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
Ruckien,s Arnica SaIve.

The Best salve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises. Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever,
sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chilblainss'
Corns, and all SKIN Eruptions, and posi-
lively cures Piles, or no pay required. 1t
il guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction,
or money refunded. Price % cents per
box. For sale by b. Schmitt.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
Imnnrtant Notice.

I have decided to stand Hazel Bashaw
this season, at Woodstock, at the low price
of sI5. Other three stations same price
d. ID. CARTER.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

A rather light colored "eoon' from
Winchester was in town on Monday, (cOurt
day) and having gotten few drops on
thought he would make his record by
cleaning up the town. The first pale face
he struck was a very good and quiet
Young man of the town named Luther
Brooks, whom he proceeded to curse all
over and back again. This did not suit
Lute. who, getting ont in a side alley of a
hotel polished him offin good style. Every
body said. "well DONE" except the "fore-
said light coiored coon, who only said
onufl nufi 4"
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

Itch, Mango, and Scratches OF every
kind on human or animal cured IN W
minutes by Woolfords Sanitary Lotion'
This never fails. Sold by Irwin Bro 70
Druggists, Woodstock. Va.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
VTaaauIc NOIICP,

Cassia Lodge, No. li2, +. A. NJ: meets ID
Masonic Hall, Woodstock, the last Mon
day night of each month.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
L Il X L KA 10 u Sc,
Jos. i. HOL7ZMAN, Proprietor,
EDINBURG, VA.

This new and commodions hotel is now
open for the reception of guests. Every
thing is new from basement 10 attic, and
was built with a view TO making il one Of
the most comfortable and attractive hotels
i'm the Valley. The rooms are fitted mp
with all modern improvements in furni-
ture. The Office and dining room are
handsome, large and comfortable.
No pains or expense will be spared to
furnish the table with all that can tempt
the appetite and give perfect satisfaction.
Charges will be very moderate, and
guests can rest assured that all will be
done 10 make their stay comfortable and
enjoyable.
A iirst-class livery is attached TO the
hotel. [Dec. l6, 81 If.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

Ely's Cream Balm is the most effective
convenient and agreeable catarrh remedy
| ever used, and have tried them all
C.. b. Cook. Henning. Lauderdale Co., Tenn
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

Among the visitors to Woodstock on
court day we're the brothers, John and
Tom. Wilson, the celebrated hunters OF
the Cove. Although they live within a
few miles of each other yet they are in
different states, the line dividing West
Virginia and Virginia running between
their homes, Jno Wilson being in Shenan-
doah county. Va, and Tom. living just
over the line in Hardy county, W. Va
The many friends Of these genial, kind
hearted and hosptable hunters were & ad
to meet them and shake their honest
banda
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

Mr.. Samuel Bowman died at his resi-
dence. three miles southwest of Edinburg,
ON the 9TH inst, aged IS years, and 20 days;
The deceased was highly esteemed by all
who knew him. HIS career on earth was
An unexceptionable one, as he was kind
and hospitable to all, and especially was
he so to the poor, who will feel their loss
of him. He was quiet, peaceable and an
assuming in his manner of life. Mt d
was devoted member of the Reformed
Church for many years. He leaves Z
brother and a large circle of relatives t'
mourn their loss, but his gain. His re
mains were inferred in the family grave
ward, on the prmises Of Mr.. X. NJ. Lantz
TO await the resurrection of the just,
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

A warrant was placed in the hands OF
Mr.. W. B. Campbell, special policeman Of
Luray. on Saturday, for the arrest of Sam
Henry Middleton, charged with burglary
committed in Page coun ty. Mr.. Campbell
located his man in the vicinity of Wood
stock. and mounted his horse and started
when be arrived here he found that his
man was some miles away at the foot OF
North Mountain. He secured the services
of Deputy Sheriff Grove, Of this county,
and in q few hours had the man. He
landed him in the Luray Jail at o'clock
| Sunday evening.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
ESTABLISHED 1860.
JNO.A SAUM'S
HARDWARE STORE !
EDINBURG, VA.

Cross-Cut, Buck and Hand Saws, Farm
Bells. Cow Bells, Sheep Bells, Locks,
Latcbes, Bolts and Butts, strap hinges
Wrought Hinges, and I Hinges, Planes,
Hammers, Hatchets and Chi-els, Glmlsts,
Jail Locks, Bureau Locks, Iron Chest
Locks. Tea aud Table spoons, Silver
spoons and Forks, Stove Blocking, Sad
Irons. Butcher Knives, Carving Knives
and Forks, Steel Nails, Horse Shoe Nails
of AL sizes.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
FALL STOCK or
STOW Els !

Just received and will be sold low for cash.
~ Rember 100 pieces given with each
cook stove.
A general stock Of lron-band, rod. &c.
Also. Buggy and Spring Wagon Wheels,
Wheebarrows and Window Sash.
10 Roofing and Spouting done at very
lowest rates, aud all work guaranteed.
IL IL ~ only once in "A lifetime that
YOU can get such bargains as sc are now
Offering. Cash bargalns-and don't yen
forget it. Respectfully,
ESTATE or JNO. A. SAUM.
Edlnhuie Va q April 3O' '-b-l'.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

On Thursday night of last week, Mr..
n. B. schmitt discovered fire in the
rear of the residence of Mr.. Chas. Welsh
in this Mace, and at once hurried to the
place earring with him one of the Perfect
Hand Fire Extinguishers. Arriving on
the ground in company with several
others it was found 10 be the wood
work Of an ash house that was burning
fiereely. A stream from the extinguisher
put it out at once and thus prevented
what might have been serious fire,
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
SHENANDOAH VALLEY
FEMALE lkFIRMARY.


The public are hereby informed that an
infrmary for the treatment Of all female
diseases has been recently established
AT rock, a.,
to meet long and pressing need Of this
great Valley, which contains over 100000
Inhabitants, but without a single hospital
for the treatment Of female diseases. The
building is large and commodious with
suitable arrangements, while the extensive
experience both IN this country and in the
great hospitals of Europe, of the surgeon
in charge, should command the largest
public confidence in his fitness for this
special work, aud the good to flow out OF
this institution.
TE-The charges are moderate and very
much less than for similar services in the
Northern cities.
~ The public are cordially invited 70
inspect the arrangements for the comfort
of the patients, while everything will be
done for their speedy restoration 10 health.
All surgical operations will he charged for
at minimum prices, but which, Of course,
will bear relation to the gravity OF the
case. accommodation will receive
! prompt attention.
". II. TRIPLETT, NJ. d.,
dee. 2-lyl Surgeon in Charge
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
The undersigned will sell privately what
is known as the
JUMPING RUN FARM!

JUMPING RUN FARM!
situated in Shenandoah county. IL Is To-
Gated on the Shenandoah river, with the
b. & o. X. r. passing through it, and with
a switch. or side track tor local conve.
nience, within.l5O yards Of the house and
barn. 1t is within one-fourth mile OF the
Hawkinstown post office, and about three
fonrths of a mile from splendid mill,
over good road with no grade. The
Valley turnpike alone separates 1t from
the shenandoah river, and the Jumping
Run passes through it at right angles with
the river. Neither stream ever has or ever
can overflow any portion of the land.
The farm consists OF
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

At his home, on Stony Creek, Shenan =
andoah county, Va, March the 9Th, 1888,
Mr.. Levi Coftet, aged ~ years, | months
and 10 days. Mr.. c. was member oil inc
Lutheran Church, and was an exemplary
man in all the relations of life. The large
number of persons who attended his re-
mains TO their last resting place TESTIFY
to the high esteem in which he was held
by his friends aud neighbors. lie peace
fully passed away. d.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
247 ACRES
Of which about 10 acres are in the high
eat state of cultivation, and the balance in

of which about 10 acres are in the high
est state of cultivation, and the balance IN
SPLENDID TIMBER
of large growth-oak and pine. There IL
a fine timber range all along the Run, ana
the entire timber tract fenced in ana sep
arated from tho cultivated lands, which
are all fenced. The railroad is fenced on
both sides by wire fence through the
farm. The land lies abOnt midway be-
tween Mt. Jackson and Edinburg, to, and
through. which the finely macadamized
turnpike passes.
This farm is confessedly one of the best
in all respects in this section OF virginia
On the farm is a comfortable dwelling,
4 LARGE SWITZER BARN
a good bearing orchard and well OF wa
ter near the house, with all necessary out
buildings. There is abundance OF lime
stone. and the lands yield wheat, corn'
grass and other crops with the best.
PRICE AND TERMS
will be made known to any person on APP
plication, and any one desiring to inspect
the farm will be assisted by the under
signed. I. bELE"' ~
Jan. 6-tfl Edinburg, Va
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16

Leave
Woodstock, COZ m l48 p N 1925 ? N
Arrive
Harrisonbrg s9 BY DIV
Stanton ll.2o -
Lexington 90
No. Az, freight, leaves Woodstock 7.55
m. Arrives at Harrisonburg lO.45 I m.
No. 449 leaves Woodstock llH ID.
Arrives at IIarrisouburg l.55 p. m.
Trains 40 and $50 Sunday only; all
other trains daily, except Sunday.
Train 400 connects at East Lexington
with r. & 4. K. K. for Lynchburg aud
Richmond Arrive at Lynchburg lO.lO p
m. Richmond am.
All trains carry passengers.
c. X. LORD, G. p. A.
w. NJ CLEMENS. Manager.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1888-03-16
Normal Institute.

A Normal Institute will be held at New
Market. IN this county, beginning July
9, 1898, and continuing six weeks. IL WI,
~. held in the Polytechnic Building, and
will be conducted by J. Monroe HOTEL
w II Smith. and D. L. Grouse. Circulars
giving full information Will be issued ID
due time.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-15
so11D,FyJyG THE RUBBEr TRUST

The American Rubber shoe Trust famarly know In the
trade merely the Rubber Trust continues pacdy ana DO
termneily on combine The rubber world into
ze to ft its II held another meeting yesterday at
the Windsor for the OF determining on some
means OF adjusting schedules making alterations In
tnst papers and fixing matters generally with view
10 difficulties and giving the trnt chance
TO carry out plans without too much kckng along the
lima The entire said TO have been represented One
VIII ch no TO matters
40 that the heavy February contracts which form
Great feature Of the rubber trade. shall be pro-
vided for, pending the contamination OF the trust.
There had been many this point and the trade
had uneasy that the need OF 3uetng those on
the ous seat admitted 10 lie necessary The outcome
A. one that committee was appointed 10
viss and make certain alterations in the trust and
.cheduIe OF prices agreed upon having for
a.. oond fion that contract shonid be made by
,ho.. rrnresented at the meeting pending the
coo.ummation OF the trust which should In any
NAV he trust This agreement was made
"A temporary understandng that tie trnst when Gem
plstsd can assn obligations made IN The meantime The
delay organizing the trust and perecng us de-
tails is said to lie In the difficulty OF adjusting the schedules
10 the satisfaction OF all Interested.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-01-15
GOssJp BOUT SHIPS OP WAR.

The investigation of the board Of officers detailed 10
inquire into the fire at me Navy yard mas leu
TO the belief tho blaze was due TO small Stove
in the building In view OF the fact that thcre has
been considerable promscuous smoking In tho Yard
notices have been posted in tho different offices pro-
hlbtng It, The corvette Enterprise has been reported
perfect by tho Board Of Inspection, which gave her
trial few days ago. and after receiving all OF the
naval prisoners in the Cob Dock brig for transfer
to the new prison at tho Boston Navy Yard, VIII go
10 Boston to coal and then sail for Gibraltar whero
she will Join the European squadron The trenton
will go into the dry dock In a day or two ana Will
have final inspection before going to sea 1t Is re-
ported that she will go Valparaiso to become the
flagship of the Pacific Squadron Tho Nlpslc has re-
ceIved her sailing orders and is TO join tho Paciho
Squadron, first visiting the Cape de Verde Islands,
thence to Montevdeo and thcn through tho Straits OF
Magellan to Valparaiso. Tho orders to rig tho chi
cago have been received, but there Is some delay
about It, tho cause of which Is unknown. largo
number Of discharges from the Yard were made last
night because of q falling of Of the appropriation.