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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25
FatherlaBd" at Opera House On Fri
day night.

On next Friday night the 9th. the romantic
comedy, "Fatherland," an idyl of the Tyrol,
will be rendered in the opera house, when an
opportunity will be presented of hearing the
jolly German dialect comedian and sweet sing
er, Chas. A. Gardner (KarI. The San Fran
cisco Chronicle of July 30th, 1889. says
Karl Gardner began an engagement last
night at the Bush-street Theatre in the Tyro-
lean comedy FlutherLa7ld, piece which is bet
ter constructed and much more interesting
than very many of toe dramas which are In
vogue Mr.. Gardner as Herman Leopold" a
Tyrolean guide, is the central figure Of the play,
and the various scenes give him abundant OPP
portunity to use very good dialect, TO sing q
number of songs and to dance. He has very
good voice. W ttich he uses with effect, and The
songs which he sings are pretty and tuueful.
There is a charming widow. played by Miss
Eva Byron, who is pursued by rascaly
brother-in law, and the hero the gallant Tyro
lean guide has his hands full in taking care of
the widow and making love to her in the in
tervals of the Villains pursuit., Virtue is, of
course triumphant and vice baff1ed. The four
acts of the play afford cuance for great deal
of local color in dress and scenery, and strict
attent on has been paid to detail in these re-
spects FdtherIdnd is musical, entertain ing
and humorous and was received with much
applause last evening, Mr.. Gardner being cali
ed before the curtain a number # times. and
the applause being frequent and sincere"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25
ITEMS FROM THE WAYNEsBoRo' TIMES
The following items are from the Way.
neshoro, Tirnes of tho oOtb mat

ITEMS FROM THE WAYNEsBoRo' TIMES.
The following items are from the Way
nesboro' Times of the Goth inst: -
Shafts are being sunk all around Waynes-
boro for Manganese ore and indications are
that great discoveries will be made. Ex-
perienced miners are here from Michigan
and California.
The ''West End Land Company" com.
posed of DR.. W. A. Jones, DR.. A. G. Fox
and DR.. ]. E. Arbuckle purchased last
week parce, of 20 acres of land, near ON
the G. & o Ry. near the cemetery, of Mr..
A. G. Fry for So, 500. This syndicate is al
ready offered an advance price.
On Wednesday, the 18th at Q o'clock, at
Bethany Church, MIR. A Sidney Coiner and
Miss Loula NJ. Leonard. The groom is a
son of George X. Coiuer. an intelligent and
thrifty farmer and the bride is daughter
of M. L Leonard, Esq, an industrious
farmer and leading business man. A large
number of friends, some two hundred or
more, witnessed the ceremony.
On Tuesday the 18th, Mr.. Eugene Irvine
who was running saw mill for Mr.. P. II.
Highland, near Lipscomb Station, was al
most instantly killed by the explosion of
the boiler, living only one and half hours.
He lived at Sherando aud married a Miss
Hunter of that place, and leaves a widow
and six children. A Mr.. johnson was also
badly scalded and had part of his shirt
blown off of him.
Capt. W. r. Wood, an eminent practical
mining engineer, has been engaged for the
coming year as general superintendent of
the mineral properties near the tunnel by
the Roseland Iron and Coal Company, and
the Herman Iron Company. Besides be.
ing pleasant gentleman he is competent
aud we confidently believe that he will show
Up here one of the most valuable proper,
ties on the continent.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

The Board ofDirectors oftheY. NJ. C. A have
arranged the fees and privileges at the new
building, as follows:
Limited. Entrance to building and use OF
library, (books may be taken to homes, $500
Unlimited.-Uss of library, gymnasium
baths and bowling alley, $1,000
Scholars ticket-uu limited.-For non.res-
idents only. IS. 90.
BOYS ticK et-unlimited-excert taking books
from library, 500.
Ali fees PAYABLE In ADVANCE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

Take your home paper. 1t gives you more
news of immediate interest than New York or
other papers. 1t talks for you when other pa
pers belle you; it stands up for your rights; you
always have comnanion in your home paper,
and those who stand up for you should GER
tainly be we'll sustained. Your interests are
kindred and equal, and you must rise or fall
together. The efore, it is for your interest to
support your home paper; not grudgingly, but
In liberal way; not as O disagreeable duty,
but as an Investment that will amply repay
the expenditure En-.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

SERVICES AT CHURCHEs.-Services Will De
held to day in Christ Lutheran churcn. IN
Trinity Episcopal church. and In st. Francis
Catholic church.
The Sunday schools of the Lutheran, ano Y
B. churches will hold their Christmas e1ercises
consisting of recelations. addresses, &C. IN
their respective churches on THURSDAY even
ing: and the Sunday school festivals OF the
trinity and st, Francis churches on Friday
evening,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25
Stauntot, Spectator.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25 1889.
LOCAL Department..
viii You not heed this request !?

We would in the kindest, but most earnest
manner request those who are indebted to this
Office for subscriptions or advertisements to
nlease to make payments promptly. We feel
assured that with many the delay of payments
has resulted from thoughtlessness, and not a
purpose to withhold from us what is DUE and
that this reminder is all that is necessary to
call their attention to their duty to themselves
as well as to us. Do not stand upon the order
of payment, but pay at once. This will be
relief to you and an accommodation to us.
Short settlements make long friends. We de-
sire to be your life long friend.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

OPERA House THURSDAY NIGHT.-On tomor-
row-Thursday-night, the famous Boston
ouintette Club will givea grand Concertln the
opera. house, which will draw full house, as
1t is of the character of entertainments which
are popular in this City, and which are usually
well attended by the teachers and pupils OF our
many excellent schools. This company is
composed OF fine musical artists whom IL is a
delight to hear. For their names and lnstru-
ments we refer our readers to the advertise
ment. Secure reserved seats at Ohvier's BOOK
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25
Christmas Rel,x

Ring out the grief that saps the mind,
For those that here we see no more;
Ring out the feud OF rich and poor,
Ring In redress to all mankind.
Ring out slowly dying cause
Aud ancient forms Of party strife;
Ring In the nobler modes Of life
With sweetes manners. purer laws.
Ring IN The valiant man and free,
The larger heart, the kinulier hane:
Ring out The darkness OF the land,
Ring in the Christ that is to be.
-Tennyson
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

Hon. II. ST. GEO. TUCKER AT woRK.-The
Congressman representing this district is not
an idle mem Der, and his constituents may
feel assured that he will be alive to their in
terests. Last week. he offered bill for the
erection of public building in this city,, the
cost not to exceed $4,000; also one for the ap-
preparation of sll 900 for building road from
this City to the National Cemetery; and one to
abolish the tax on tobacco.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25
ParnassuS.

ORGANIZATION OF FARMERS AFLIANoE-HUN-
TERs-MADE SICK BY FIGHTING FIRE-BURI
AL OF CHILD-RELIGIoUs sERvICEs-PER-
SeNALs.
Last Saturday Farmers Alliance was or
ganized at this place with the following off,
GERS: N. Hulvey. President; John Il. JONES'
vice. President; A. R. Gilkerson, Sec; A. ].
Fairburn, Treasurer; D. Propes, Chaplain; VIM
II. Floyd, Doorkeeper; Henry Hoover, Assis.
tant Doorkeeper. and John Shiplet, Sergeant
at Arms. The Alliance starts out with full
force O. good and determined men. IL Is hoped
that much good may result from the organiza-
ton.
A party of hunters from North River, under
the leadership of the veteran deer -slsyer. Mr.
Martin Mar z, took drive last Thursday and
returned in the evening with three fine deer
Dr. Argabright of Mt. Crawford and party
ofgood marksmen made their headquarters at
Buck Horn" After several days huntiu g
they passed through here with several fine
specimens of the antler tribe.
Last week fire broke out In the mountain
back of Stribling Springs. Mr.. NJ. O'Connell
went out with party to flight fire." From
over exertion, Mr.. O'C. fell and lay uncon-
scious for several hours. When he was suffi-
GENTLY recovered to get up, he made bis way
back home, having besn in the mountain all
night. Friends were searching for him, but
failed to find him.
The rema ms OF Molie Bell a bright and in
terestIng little six year old daughter of James
F. and Frances E, Floyd, whose death occurred
at Millington, Va. was brought hers for inter-
ment. Last Sunday the funeral services were
conducted by Rev. r. M. Wheeler, pastor of the
NJ. E. Church, South at this place.
"Brief life is here our portion;
Brief sorrow, short lived care:
The life that knows no ending
The fearless LIE Is there"
Kiss Lizzie Burns. Eof Bath county, is visit
ing her relatives here. and is the guest of Mr..
VAL Hupman.
Mrs. Bette levin and daughter will spend
the holidays among their friends here.
Rev. DR.. Jefferson, Mrs. E. A. Silling, and
Miss Ida Whitmore, who have been seriously
Ill, are convalescing.
Rev. Paul, of Mossey Creek Church, closed
last week series of meeting services at Mos.
COW.
Rev. r. M. Wheeler, of the NJ. E. Church
is conducting q meeting at this place. The
services are attended oy large and attentive
audiences.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

A GREEN CONSERVATIVE have. what is IN
usual, a green Christmas, and we hope that the
old saying that. green Christmas makes q
fat graveyard" will not be verified In this
case; but that it may prove. as many other old
sayings, without truth. It does not follow that
a saying is true because 1t is old. though many
persons seem to think so.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

COL Dudley has demonstrated to the en-
tire satisfaction of all reasonable aud I'M.
prejudiced men The fact that the present ad-
miuistration is, as Mr.. John Wise says it is,
"a humbug; sniveling and pharisaical -
No body knows better than Mr. Harrison
that Col. Dudley did Instruct certain men
in Indiana, and supply them with money
therefor, to buy votes in that State; and yet
on his recent visit to Indiana not only did
Mr.. Harrison's U. S. Judge and U. S. Dis
trict Attorney protect him from the State
authorities, who had offered reward for
bis arrest, but the former welcomed him,
and the latter actually went so far as to say
that the ColonePs bribery only showed q
laudable interest in republican politics
Yes, Benjamin is worse than Rutherford
Aler. Gazette.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

At meeting of the LADIES' Aux Hilary of the
Young Mems Christian Association held on
Monday. Dec 23,d. S9, the following resolu
ton was unanimously adopted and ordered to
be published in the city papers;
ResoIued-That the Ladies' Auxiliary of the
Y. NJ, CA, do hereby pledge themselves to abb
stain from offering intoxicating drinks in any
form during the coming holidays and express
the hope that all who entertain throughout
the city will do the same.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

The gentle flavor, gentle action and soothing
effects of Syrup of Figs, when in need of lax
alive anu Ii father or mother be costive or bill
ious the most gratifying results follow its use,
so that it is the best family remedy known
and every family should have bottle.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

Laxador is the result of years of observation
and experience. 1t is now recommended by
leading physicians for costiveness and indiges-
ton.
"Baby is king" all the world over. AS its
rule should be as quiet as possible, fail not to
provide it with DIR. Bulls Baby Syrup for all
the ailments incid ent to Its condition. 1t is q
safe remedy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

A CONTRAST IN WEATHER.-For seNela'
weeks the weather here has oeen more LIE
that OF May than that of December. Inerause
of the Thermometer has been from % 10 ~ oe-
grees, whereas during the same t'ne' IL mas
been In Wisconsin and other places III lne
Northwest from zero to 20 degrees oeloW'
Why will people live there when they couio
come down here and enjoy pleasant weather.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

TIE FENCE LAwS.-The code prescribes the
manner whereby the supervisors of a county
may, regulate ahd establish lines that shall be
deemed lawful fences. This subject, as well
appeor by the proceedings published to day.
was considered by the Flshersvilie Farmers
club at the last meeting.
There was meeting of farmers Monday, the
presided and OF which Dr. Hiidebrand was
secretary. The law referred to was consider ed
at the time. AMI discussed by Mr. P. T. Burk
holder and others. especially in connection
with the amendments offered by Senator
Berry. of Amherst, to the law as it is now.
Senator Echols was present and explained the
provisions of Mr.. Berry's amendment
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

"Seuator Quay is to have Christmas
present from admiriog Pennsylvania
friends" We suggest tabplated state
ment of the Virginia election returns, hand
somely engrossed and richly framed, With
this legend carved on the frame: "Mind
Your Own Business ."--Rich. Dispatch.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

Dop't give up, there is a cure for cstarrh and
cold In the head. Thousands testify that Ely's
Cream Balm has entirely cured them. 1t is q
safe and pleasant remedy. 1t is spilled into
the nostriis. 1t Is not a liquid or snuff 1t
cures by cleansing and healing Price Scots.
Sought for the last hundred years. A RENEE
dy for eaiarrh. hay fever and cold in the head
found at last in Ely's Cream Balm Sale and
pleasant to use and easily applied II =. nos
trils. II gives relief at once and :
treatment positively cures. Price s.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

should be used by the young woman, sne
who suffers from any disorders peculiar to her
sex. and at change of life is powerful tonic
benefits all who use it. Write the Bradneld
Reg. Company Atlanta, Ga, for particulars
Sold by all druggists.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

AGNER.-In Lexington. at the residence OF his
son, Mr.. W. .. Agner, Dec. 18th, 1882, Mr..
john Agner, In the S3tn year of his age. He
. waa the oldest citizen OF Lexington, Va.
CASH DEC i7th, 1882 at thu residence of her
uneie Mr.. John E;on In East Lexington, Va,
Miss Willie Cash, aged about seventeen
years
SPIrLER.--fu Middiahrook, of diphtheria, No
vBJnaer l9,h, 1882 Meredith Emmett, son OF
A. v SpttleT. Agst L yesr, months and 20
days.
From orr G role iittis Emmstt
Fary hast thou passed away;
But the Angels say, another
Joins our holy song to. day.
Weep no longer
Join with them the sacred lay.
BARKsD ALE.-Decemb Der 18th, 1882 in Halifax
county, Va Mrs. Mary Il, BARK sdale, In her
SIND year. She was the mother of Mrs. T. Q.
Morton, of stanton.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

We are indebted to the Trustees OF the NC
Donogh School for phamphlet copy of the
admirable address delivered November 2lst,
1889, by Hon. ]. Randolph Tucker. on the life
and character ofCol. William Allan, late Prin'
cipal of McDonogh School.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

ASSESSOR FOR SOUTH RIVER DIsTaICT-Jno.
A. Stuart, Esq, who was appointed by Judge
Stout land assessor in South River district,
having declined to serve the Judge entered an
order on the 2srd appointing Mr.. F. NJ. Bell in
his stead. along with the Others named last
week for the other districts.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

The air of the city at this Christmas time is
nlled with a malodorous sulphurouss smoke,
and is reverberatIng With the explosions OF
fire crackers, cannon crackers, whistllng-
bombs. &C.. whilst the sky is Illuminated with
Ions colore ed sky-rockets.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

We are indebted to Senator John W. Danlel
for copy of the Third Annual Report OF tne
Commissioner of Labor, 1887 Strikes and LOCK-
outs Itmakes volume of l172 pages
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

The following paragraph is from the
Dallas, Texas, Morning NeaOs, of December
10Th
s'No greater monument could be erected
By Texas to Hon. jeff. Davis" said Hon.
Barnett Gibbs yesterday, ethan an ex-con-
fsderate home at Austin, to be called the
Davis Southern Soldier's home" The op.
portunity would be offered to every liberal
hearted man to build tribute to the hon
ored dead and yet provide resting place
for the helpless living.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25
ystas..ton NEarketr.

SPECTATOR OFFICE,
STANTON. VA, December "a, 1899.
TIE wheat market might be regarded a shade
hrner. but viii not Justify higher quotations
than given last week. Fra&e Will now slacken
Till after the holidays are past.
Country supplies OF all kinds are in great
abundance. and eggs SO plentiful as to cause a
slight decline.
10 wholesale grooery-lines. We quote sugars
lower.
Dressed pork and poultry continue plentiful
at the quotations of the past week.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

A Lady IN south Carolina writes;
My labor was shorter and less painful than
on two former occasions; physicians astonish-
ed: 1 thank you for Mothers Friend" I'll
worth its weight in gold. Address the Brad
field Reg. Co., Atlanta, Ga, for further partlc
MARS Bold BY all druggists.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

Many an otherwise handsome face is disfig-
ured with pimpies and blotches. caused by a
humor IL the blood, which may be thoroughly
eradicated by the use OF Ayers SarsaparilIa
1t is the safest blood medicine in the market,
being entirely free from arsenic or any delete
rious drug
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25
Wood! WOOdi!

Those who wish to pay their subscriptions to
the SPECTATOR with wood are requested TO
send 1t in.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25
Children Enjoy

CO. Herring. Grocer, will sell you Queen
Esther Tobacco.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

"a batter article Is Is impossible to get sir; 1
nave triei them all and unhesltaungIy 9ro-
nounce D.. Balls Cough Syrup superior to
anyu-Exc.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25
nnar ,n snnth Carniina Mrites

I'M Williams & Co., sole manufacturers
Queen Esther Chewing Tobacco, Lynchburg
tobacco.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

The old story:-Trivlal symptoms were neg
lected until rheumatism became established.
whereas all the suffering could have been pre-
vented by the prompt use of Salvation Oil. Is
cents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25
Electric Wires.
[For the SPECTATOR. ]

now busy, under the decisions of the courts,
in havi4g the electric wires in those cities
cut down. They are regarded as not only
mnrderous to the people, but dangerous in
producing cophagrations. The great fire
of Boston which destroyed more than two
millions of dollars of property has been
traced directly to them. In New York,
more than twenty people have been killed
by them, within very few months. The
New York World of December 18th, says:
"The wires are not safe. No wire carrying
current of 5000 volts is safe, or can be
| made SO. Storm, or sleet, Or accident, may
break it, and make it murderous at any
moment"
Within week or two ago, in New York,
two men were carrying long show case
into a store. An electric wire near the
door, had swagged, so that on lifting the
show case into an upright position. one
corner of it came in contact with the wiIe.
The result was one of the men was instant
ly killed!
Everybody knows, that wires are liable to
swag down in hot weather, from expansion
of the metal; and that liz cold weather,
they are in danger of swapping from IN
traction, allowing the ends to fall to the
ground, and liable to be troddsn on per-
sons or horses passing. In case of tele
graph wire or telephone wire, which is
charged with slight amount of electricity,
merely sufficient to pass mess ,ges, the dan
ger is small. But when the wire is charg-
ed with volume large enough to propel
cars, contact is almost certain death?
Are our people willing to incur such ter
rible hazards?
Shall we close our eyes and our minds to
the experience of New York and Boston,
and other cities?
A little boy may be flying bis kite, next
Spring, and allow the cord which he holds
in his hand to come in contact with the
wires-what then2 Instant death will be
| the result? 1t will be poor consolation to
| the afflicted parents, to tell them that those
who caused the horrible instrument of
cath to be put up, were not aware Of the
ly trap they we're setting for the in
Loo little one! Men must inform them
selves of tho probable results of their &C.
| ton, and they must be held responsible for
the consequencssl Regrets, however siu-
core, will not restore the dead to life! Nor
penitence rebuild the stately houses which
| have been laid in ashesl Prevention is
better than repentance! Let US beware in
time and avoid harm and sorrow in the
future! CAUTION.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

An Englishman, writing 10 the British
American last Saturday week, and speaking
of the deep emotions which ths late death
of Jefferson Davis inspired in the south.
utters his own sentiments of Mr.. Davis as
follows:
81 venture no farther into the mysteries
of this Davis celebration than to say Thu:
All that I have seen of Jefferson Davis
letters and addresses, and of his public aud
personal behavior since l came here have
conSpired to paint portrait of so dignified
a gentleman. so clear an intellect, so stead.
fast champion, aud so philosoPhic a loser,
that quite fail to find it's parallel among
tte ofice-bearing maguates of the conquer
ers."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-12-25

A THREE EAR OLD CHILD Losr.-The citi.
zens of the unpretentious railway station,
Pond Gap, were thrown into the widest excite
ment the evening Of the 18th by the disappear
ance oflittle ohnnie, the three years old son
of section master Jno. Tyler. AT least fifty per.
song. with half as many lanterns, searched in
every direction till midnight-soMe continu
Ing all night without finding the least trace of
the lost child Early in the morning of thu
18th. Mrs McNeal heard child crying on the
Brown hill, opposite where she lives on Mrs.
James Young's farm, more than O mile from
the depot Mr.. McNe&l, following the direc-
ton from which the sound came, proceeded to
| the top in search of the little boy. His face and
feet were badly scratched by the brush he had
passed through. Otherwise he wss unhurt.
he says black dog came to him twice, licked
his feet and played with him. The last time
the dog stayed With him till morning. MIR.
Giadwell's dog was restless, in the early part OF
the night, barking and scratching at the door.
but missing afterwsrd. and it is thought
he heard the ehild's cries, went to him. return
ed for help, but falling, went back to guard
him. On being asked why he did not go to the
lights of those who were hunting him, he said
he ibid not see any but ese up here (stars) and
he could not go to EN-" s. o. Nc
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pradoe,d,s Female Regulator

Wheat & Summerson sell choice groceries
nd oueen Esther Chewing Tobacco.