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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1889-08-23
A Scotch Jefreys.

Braxfeld was profound practical lawyer
and powerful man; coarse and illiterate; of
debauched habits and grosser talk than suited
the taste even of his gross generation; utter
ly devoid of judicial decorum, and though
pure in the administration of civil justice
where he was exposed to no temptations, with
no other conception of principle in any politi-
cal case except that the unfolding of his par
ty was duty attaching to his position. Over
the five weak men who sat beside him, this
coarse and dexterous ruffian predominated
as he chose. Bring me prisoners and I'll
find you law" was said to be his common an
swer to his friends, the accusers, when he
heard that they We're hesitating. Except
civil and Scotch law, and probably two Or
three works of indecency, it may be doubted
if he ever read a book in his life. His blam-
ableness far exceeds that of his brethren.
They were weak; he was strong. They were
frightened; he was not. They followed; he,
the head of the court, led.-Lord Cockburn.
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He Forgot Something.

A passenger on a street car was talking to
friend on a trip down town, and all the
other passengers listened with attention, as
the theme was one of general interest His
little boy, small urchin of three years, sat
beside him regarding him with fond delight.
''There is no sense" the speaker was say
ing, Sin the way people go through the
world forgetting things that they ought to
remember. They hurry out OF street cars
leaving valuable packages behind them, for
get their opera glasses in the theatre and
their overcoats in hotels. Now it's a very
weak mind that cannot remember its own
bundles. Here l have a package-an UNI
breIla and an overcoat. could carry them
from here to Kamschatka without ever for
getting them. This is my corner; good morn
ing"
He bolted out Of the door without waiting
for the car to stop, and the other passengers
were musing over the truth and wisdom of
what he said when small, wailing voice
piped out:
''My pas gone off and forgot me-"
Then bluff old man in the corner re-
marked:
"We're all tarred with the same stick"
And it was not until the return trip of the
car that the man who never forgot anything
recovered his small boy.-True Flag.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1889-08-23
Spelling Children,


The mQther's task of conquering the child
should begin at an early age, or in the end
tho child will be the victor. A striking illus
tration Of this was noticed on one of the busy
streets of a certain city, recently. Two ladies
VIII had evidently been shopping were push
ing in front of them a carriage in which sat
bright eyed laughing chic, Of perhaps two
years. 1t soon discovered however, that the
carriage vqas headed towards home and it at
once began to fuss to go back. Its mother
not complying, its face a moment before all
sunshine, assumed a look of passion and its
cries could be heard far dawn the street.
After one Or two tritiing attempts to still its
osies, the mother laughingly remarked to her
companion that perhaps they had better SO
where baby wanted to, which was done, and
smiles once more covered the little 0nes fase.
They were soon lost from sight in the NOV
ing throng, but already the little child had
learned her power and will continue to use
it, One lady was heard to remark, 'lf that
mother can't manage her child at two, how
can she expect to have any influence over her
at sixteen?'-LeWistoh Journal.
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Phil, do it again"
'Stopl stopl" cried Phil as the child flung

Phil, do it again"
"Stopl stopl" cried Phil. as the child flung
the money into the lake.
But it was too late. The shining piece shot
like sun ray through the water and disap-
peared Phil turned angrily upon Arthur.
'You little simpletonl What do you mean
+. by throwing away my money!" he cried.
:, But, as Arthur stared in bewilderment a
shout went up from the other boys which
brought to Phil full realization of the joke
having been mercilessly turned on himself.
Loud and long was the laughter which rang
out from the boat load as Arthur alternately
gazed anxiously into the depths of the water
and then imploringly into his cousins face,
as if quite unable to believe that the money
would not come at his call.
Pills discontinue was complete as they
drew near the pavilion, where he had expect
ed to feast his friends in royal style.
Instead of this, each boy was obliged to
ransack his pockets for change, and the en-
tire funds of the party made very poor
showing for picnic dinner.
II think I've had enough of playing
jokes,n Phil said to himself as he thought
over the sorry affair. "The boys will never
let this one die on me. n-Sidney Dare in
Golden Days.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1889-08-23
A Monster Target.

One of the annual frequenters of Casco
bay is a monster whale that plays in its wa
tiers every summer and has been named sold
Creedmoor," from the fast that military
eolapanies on excursions down the bay have
often used his black sides as target Like
all big fishes, this one is very fond Of little
fishes and devours whole schools of herring.
The sardine packers at hastpfo}rTt afe his
sworn enemies and would like to give him an
internal machine for supper, they say. But
why don't they get a nobler revenges Why
don't they can hims-LeWiston Journal
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Coca for Troublesome Threats

Testimony is not wanting from specialists
in diseases of the throat, and dramatic and
lyric artists to show that coca has wonder
fully invigorating effect upon the voice. The
preparation in most common use is the wine
of coca which, in order to yield the character
istic effect, must bte made upon honor" II
be of any decided value it must be made
from the COCA leaves Very much of the coca
wine on the market is merely solution OF
cocaine, which cannot be too severely con-
demned Hence, those with Troublesome
threats who desire to use this tonic should be
exceedingly careful in purchasing, patroniz-
ing dealers only Of known reliability.-Bos-
ton Herald
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Too Mich to Endure.

"And you fought with your little playmate,
did you, Harry, for no other reason than be:
cause he agreed with youa am ashamed Of
yop, HfF salH."
aOh, yes, be agreed with me! When ! said
our baby was the best lookin' one on this
block he said, "Y -a-a-as it isi' When boy
agrees with me like that, tell you, mamma,
T'm azgoin' for him, you tet your life!'-Chi.
cage Tribune.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1889-08-23
bridges of Long Ago.

The first bridges were of wood, and the
earliest Of which we have any account was
built in Rome 500 years B. G. The next was
erected by Julius Caesar for the passage Of
his army across the Rhine. Trojan's great
bridge over the Danube, 4, 40 feet long, was
made of timber, with stone piers. The Ro-
mans also built the first stone BRIDGE which
crossed the Tiher. Suspension bridges are of
remote origin. A Chinese one mentioned by
kirchen was made of chains supporting a
roadway $50 feet in length, was built A. D.
Is, and is still to be seen. The first large
iron bridge was erected over the Severn in
17T7.-Boston Budget.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1889-08-23
EupepSy.

This is what you ought to have, in fact, you
must have it, to fully enjoy life TagusaHds are
searching for it daily, and mourning because
they find it not. Thousands upon thousands of
dollars are spent annually by our people in the
hope that they may attain this boon. And yet it
may he had by all. We guarantee that Electric
BjtteEs, if used according to directions and the
persisted i'm. will bring y0q good digestion and
GUST the demon Dyspepsia and install instead
Eupepsy We recommend Electric Bitters for
Dyspepsia and all diseases of Lives, Stomach and
Kidneys, Sold at Soc and slOO per bottle, by
Hughes a. Bell Druggists. feb22 1t
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1889-08-23
A Scrap of Paper Saves Her Life.

1t was just an ordinary scrap of wrapping
paper but it saved her life. She in the last
stage of eonsImption, told by physician that she
was ineurable and could live only short time !;
she weighed less than seventy pounds On piece
of wrapping paper she read OF DE-. Kings New
Discovery, and got sample bottle; it helped her,
she bought large bottle, it helped her more,
bought another and grew better fast. continued
its use and liz now strong, healthy, rosy, plump,
weighing no pounds. For fuller particulars send
stamp to w. II. Cole, Druggist, Fort Smith. Trial
Bottles Of this wondesful Discovery Free, at
Hughes & Bells Drugstore. feb22 1T
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1889-08-23
A Sudden Fall in Value.

Stranger-Have you any choice lots on
hand?
Landowner-Yes, sir; yes, sir; something
fnel The incest lots that ever laid outdoorsl
There are two; all improvements, convenient
to cars, clear title, etc., etc. They are choice,
but | will make them fifteen hundred for
cash. =:
Stranger-Well, I'm not buying; I'm MAX
ing assessments-did you say fifteen hundred
each for those lots? ]
Landowner hastily)-No, oh no, for the
twol
Stranger-Any more choice lots?
Landowner-That's all; just about sold out.
-EDoch
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1889-08-23
THE STORM AT SUNSET.

The spirits of the storm have wrought all day.
And now from battlements Of awful height
They hurl defiance; while the sunset light
Kindles bae-fire on the turrets gray.
Before their threatening breath the forests sway.
Bravely resisting. Sea-birds in their fright
Rush screaming to the land in rapid flight
Earth is target for the gods at play.
A signal gun gigantic torches flare
While mid the stars broad banners are unfurled
Missiles intangible to earth are hurled
That the pines and scorch their bristling hair
They come-their chariot the tornado grand
Surely Titan has his frolic planned.
London Literary World.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1889-08-23
Bucklen's Arnica Salve,

The best salye IN the world for Cuts, Bruises
Sores, Ulcers, Salt Hhspm, Fever Sores, letter
Chapped Hands, Chilblain, CopTs, and all Skin
Eruptions, and positively cures Piles OF no pay
required. 1t is guaranteed to give perfect salts
faction, or money refunded. Price 25 cents per
box. For sale by Hughes & Bell Drug
st janis "
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1889-08-23

"There was frog who lived in spring,
He caught such cold he could not sing"
Poor. unfortunate Batrachian! In what
sad plight he must have been. And yet his
misfortune was one that often befalls singers.
Many once tuneful voice among those who
belong to the genus homo" is utterly spoiled
by cold in the head, or on the lungs, or both
combined. For the above mentioned croak-
er" we are not aware that any remedy was
ever devised; but we rejoice to know that all
human singers may keep their heads clear and
throats in tune by the timely use of DIR. Sages
Catarrh Remedy and DR.: Pierce's Golden Med
ical Discovery, both Of which are sold by
druggists.
Dr.. Sages Catarrh Remedy cures the worst
cases of Catarrh in the Head, no matter Of
how long standing. while for all ll.aryngeal,
Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery is posi-
lively unequaled It cures the worst t,h linger7
strength of those who have been reduced
by wasting diseases. 1t is guaranteed to
benefit or cure in all diseases for which it is
recommended, if taken in time and given
fair trial, or money paid for it refunded.
Copyright, 1883, by WORLDS DIS MED. ASSN.
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COMMISSIONERS OFFICE, Staunton, Va.
~ August l4tll, 1889.

COMMISSIONERS OFFICE, Staunton, Va
" August l4th, 1889
To Chas. E. Kemper, admir- C. t. a. of Margaret
A. Crawford, decd, plttf; and VIM. b. Crawford
Julia A Dickerson, Frances M. Churchman
James Eye1stine Crawford: c. r.. McGuffin, admir-
c. t. a. of Eliza Bell, decd; and John Vincent
Crawford, infant under II years of age; and p. A.
Baylor guardian 0d lheU of said infant, defen=
dants in suit now pending in Chancery in the
Circuit Court of Augusta county, and all ered1-
tors of Margaret a. Crawford, decd: TAKE
NOTICE:-That in pursuance OF an order IN said
suit entered the 18th OF June, 1889, Shall at
my office in Staunton, on
Thursday, the 10Th day of Sept, 1889,
proceed to take, state and settle an account
showing the debts and the estate of Margaret A
Crawford, decd; the transactions of Chas. E.
kemper, admir- e. t. a. of said decedent-as also
all matters of exOneFatiOn and contribution as
between the several legatees taking under said
deeedents will, together with special statement
of any other matters deemed pertinent by me or
required by any party in interest to be stated,
J. w. GREEN SMITH,
Commit ssionef in Chancery.
CHAS E, KEMPER, p.u. aug l6-4t
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Dr,PIERCE'S PELLETS

regulate and cleanse the liver, stomach and
bowels. They are purely vegetable and per-
fectly harmless. One a Dose. Sold by
druggists. rs cents vial.
ian25-Iyr
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LEES ADMIRABLE GENERALsHIP.

Lee management of the battle against
vastly superior forces was wonderfully
successful. His ratreat afterwards was as
wise and NECESSARY as it was admirably
conducted. 1t is only for schoolh0ys that
retreat under such circumstan ices can be
said to take anything from the prestige OF
men like Lee, He was soon to show, against
generals WHO, as MCCLELLAN put H., !'actqd
before they were ready" how brilliantly
he could deal with the opportunities victo-
~ gave him. as well as with circumStan-
ces which, as in this instance, made it nee
essary to prepare the way for retreat.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-10-22
STRIKING swITCHMEN.
Louisville and Nashville and Wisconsin
Central Men Quit.

EVANSVILLE, IND, Oct 22-At s o'clock yes
terday afternoon the yard switchmen Of the
Louisville and Nashville at this point, who
have been getting 40 cents an hour, demanded
% and "a cents for day men and n and 20 cents
for night men. Previous to quitting they
punched all the freight cars on the Union
track and then removed the coupling pins.
Nearly $500 feet of track IL covered with cars
unable to be taken out There are twenty-nine
men in the strike, and they claim that the men
on the entire system will 60 out, and that the
Mackey and other systems win join them to-
day. The officials we're given no notice and
were caught at disadvantage. They applied
for police assistance, and Captain Reissing and
detail OF men we're sent to the yards. There
were many threats but no violence. The men
say they will not let train leave until their de-
mands are granted, and trouble is feared.
THE WISCONSIN, cxNTRAL's CHICAGO YARD.
CHICAGO, Oct. 22.-Eighteen switchmen-the
entire night force of the Wisconsin Central
railroad in this city-struck last night at 8
O'Clock, and not wheel has turned on switch
engines in the yards since. Police protection
was asked and Lieutenant Croak, Sergeant Fox
and twenty patrolmen went on duty at the
yards. There was no trouble, however. The
cause of the strike is the discharge OF q union
man. It is declared by the switchmen that II
the matter 10 not settled at once the day switch
men and brakemen will strike.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-10-22
REPORTING IN TWO TONGUES.
The Polyglot Problem at the Maritime
Conference Solved.

The problem presented by the maritime con-
gress from a stenographic point Of view has
been settled. As stated in The STAR PROPOSE
tions received by the State department for do
ing this work involved such large payments
that some of them could not be considered.
One reporter asked $50 day, another wanted
SS, 600 for the job, one of the Canadian parlia-
mentary reporters declined to cross the St.
Lawrence without first having $500 down as a
retainer. The work was finally given to Mr..
Downey for "a $50 for the Job.
There were some requirements made of the
stenographer reporter, however, which were
not exactly stenographic and 1t was in regard
to these requirements, il is stated, that Mr..
Downey failed to give satisfaction. The stem
ographer has not only to report in both French
and English, but at the conclusion of an Eng
lish speech rise and give its substance in
French, and yice-versa, SO delegates not IA
milisr with both languages, could get the hang
OF things sufficiently to swing in on the discus
sion. 1t is O severe test both of stenographic
and linguistic skill.
Mr. John J. McElhone. the chief stenographer
of the House, was consulted. and at his sugges-
ton the matter wac turned over to his son, Mr..
James T. McElhone Of the State department.
who went to New York last Saturday to en-
deavor to secure the services of polyglot re-
porter and instantaneous translator from steno-
graphic work. After considerable search he
employed Mr.. LA. Playter, a stenographer who
has had much experience taking the testimony
Of witnesses in admiralty cases, and who was
recommended by the Couderts, the French
lawyers. Mr.. Playter was here today and
entered upon his duties. He brings with him
two copyists, one for French and the other
for English. The task Mr. Playter has under
taken is said to be the most difficult that ever
fell to the lot Of q stenographer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-10-22
"'INDIANS KNEE DEEP
A New Way Found to Gobble the
Cherokee Strip.

CHICAGO, Oct. GA dispatch from the Sac
and Fox agency, Indian Territory, says: A dis
covery has been made respecting the Cherokee
lands which will prove q sensation. Judge
Wilson has known for some time, but only
lately made known to his colleagues. that under
article Is OF the Cherokee treaty Of 1856 Indians
friendly to the Cherokees may be settled upon
the Cherokee nation itself. This should not be
confused with article 16. which related only to
the Cherokee outlet. Article Is provides that
Indians friendly to the Cherokees and who have
abandoned their tribal relations may be set
tied in the Cherokee nation by first obtaining
the consent Of the Cherokee council. They
may thus become incorporated in the nation as
citizens. They may also be allotted l60 acres
for each man, woman and child. In case of
non-ratifcation by the Cherokee council the
President of the United States may settle the
friendly Indians if he deems the Cherokee
councils reasons for decentralization to be not
good and sufficient. Thus it may be seen that
the government has power to settle not only
the strip question but the home proper itself.
Judge Wilson processes not to know the gov
ernment's policy as to this, but for himself he
is in favor OF settling Indians knee deep on the
Cherokee lands should they decline to part
with their claim to the strip.
Judge Wilson's views are also entertained by
the other commissioners. The Cherokee COM
missioners' recommendations will undoubtedly
be acted upon by the government. So it is
safe to say that the Cherokee lands will either
be opened to white settlement or else COM
pletely covered with wild tribes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-10-22
WHAT WYOMING WANTS.
To Join the Sisterhood of States-Gov.
Warren on Her Size and Resources.

Francis E. Warren, the governor Of Wyo-
ming, in his annual report to the Secretary of
the Interior states that the population of the
territory is estimated to be from $1,000 to
los, 900. According to the census of 1880 the
population, he states is given at 20,7S9. The
total assessed value of property was in 1888
S33, 33S $40, and he estimates the wealth of the
territory at three times its assessed value. He
states that convention adopted a constitution
on September 80. Women's suffrage, conferred
in 1859, is established in the constitution. The
governor states that he has directed an election
to be held November 8, 's9, for action upon the
constitution adopted by the convention.
Wyoming, the report states, will be
IN SIZE THE EIGHTH STATE
in the union. Excepting coal the mineral
wealth of the territory has been but slightly
developed. Wyoming, the report says, will,
perhaps, become more noted for her oils than
any other product. Mountains of iron and
generous deposits of gold, silver, copper, lead
tin, mica, &C., are found. The mineral wealth
OF Wyoming, the governor says, is more than
sufficient to pay the national debt. The gov
ernor recommends that Congress at its coming
session pass an act providing for the admission
of Wyoming as q state; that larger increased
appropriations be submitted for SURVEYS in
Wyoming; that authority be given for survey
ing agricultural, grazing. mineral and timber
lands together, rather than limit the survey to
actual agricultural lands; that four justices Of
the Supreme Court be provided instead Of
three.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-10-22
THREE HOURS OF PRAYER.
A Southern Mob Gave Their Prisoner
q Chance to Prepare for the Halter.

COLUMBIA, g. c., Oct. 22.-some very curious
facts in connection with the recent lynching Of
young Robert Berrier for the murder Of his
mother-in-law near Lexington, N. c., have just
come to light. A party who witnessed the
hanging says Berrier was taken from the Jail
at 80 and Immediately carried to the out
skirts of the town under large oak tree. Here
the mob stopped and asked the prisoner If he
was ready to die. Berrier said he would be il
he would meet his wife and babe in Heaven.
The mob then informed him that he would
have time to prepare for death. About this
time drummer who was in town came upon
the scene and asked to be allowed to pray with
the condemned man. His request was granted
and he knelt down by the side Of Berrier and
prayed very fervently that God would save his
soul. During the prayer many hearty "Amens"
and such responses as "Lord grant it," "Jesus
receive his spirit" &C., went up from the mob.
For more than three hours praying and regular
religious services were conducted. A few min
ntes before midnight Berrier expressed
his willingness to die. He was then placed on
horse with a rope about his neck, and then
as an appropriate hymn was raised the horse
was led from under him and the body left dang
ling in the air.