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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

"STAUNToN ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ACTION.
At q meeting of the Board of Trustees of the
"staunton Academy" held on Saturday last.
June 22d. the following was adopted:
''The Board of Trustees Of the "Staunton
Academy" recognizing the efficient and salts
factory method in which Prof, S.H, Owens has
conducted the Academy during the past SEES
sion, desire to put on record this testimonial
of their qualification at the success of that ven-
cradle institution under his administration.
and to recommend 1t TO the continued conf
dence of the public.
And, 1t beng represented that the institution
is in need of laboratory, apparatus, books,
charts, &C.
Resolved That Prof. Owens be authorized to
solicit donations and subscriptions for that
purpose"
]. A. WADDELL. Sec'y.
A. Q. GORDON, Treas'r.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

AUGUSTA ASSOCIATION OF CONFEDERATE
SURvIvoRs-Judge Mclaughlin has granted
charter 20 the Augusta Association OF Confed-
crate Survivors. the objects OF which are to
keep a record of the transactions OF the war.
and to render aid 10 disabled and needy Con-
federate Survivors, 1t will meet annually.
The following are the offlcers:-
Jam Bumgsrdner Jr., President; Marshall
Hanger. Vice-President; T. d. Ransom, I'd
Vice.President; J. A. Patterson, Sd Vice-Presi-
dent; W. L. Olivier, Secretary and Treasury.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
HALEY n &iap ERn

Thoretirement of Henry B. Sieg. Esq, from
the Board of County Supervisors ends long
term of honorable and useful services on the
part ofthat good man and upright citizen.
The recorded testimonial Of his public service
and individual worth made by his colleagues
of the Board in which he has served consecu.
lively for n1nteen years. ia a tribnte Of esteem
and an evidence of appreciation in which his
countrymcn most cordially unite.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

LARGE GRANITE CoNTRACT.-The Mt Poney
Quarry Company of Culpeper, who work the
granite quarry owned by Colonel A. w. Har-
man in Culpeper county, Virginia, have secur-
ed the contract to furnish the city OF Louis
vile. Kentucky. with 10000 tons Of granite
block; 10000 Iineal feet of granite curbing, and
$1,000 lineal feet of granite tagging for cutters.
The award was at Sc 80 per ton for Virginia
granite. This was the lowest bid offered; the
others, of which there was number, being
more than 81. per ton.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

The great trouble with American labor
at the present time is, that it is receiving
too much "protection by the broad shield
of American law" If the people do not
get tired of this so called protection during
the next three or four years the majority of
them ought to have guardians appointed at
once.-Charleston (W. Va.) Star.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
Totals......Il4 235 26l "A

Totals. ...u4 235 26l A $50 225 III / 1855
Another party spending two days at the head
streams of the North River, report the follow
ing result: Mr.. M. E. Treiber SO. Mr.. Harry
Wegner 81, and DIR. Homer Kenkel s..
Two years ago Col. Marshall Mcdonald. U. s..
Fish Commissioner, placed California Greyling-
or Ralnbow-trout In those waters. The catch
of the angling included some of that kind.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

Maj. M. P. Spessard, who twice repre-
sented Craig and Roanoke in the Virginia
Legislature, died at his home near Abbott
Craig county, last week, after long and
painful illness. He was major of the
twenty-eighth Virginia Infantry, which be-
longed to Pickett's division.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

LOCAL. OPTION ELECTIoN.-A local option
election was held last Saturday in the Central
District of Rockingham in which Harrison
burg is located. Harrisonburg gave majority
of three for local.option. We have been In
formed that the result in the district was
majority Of 40 against local-Option.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY.-We acknowl-
edge the receipt from the Shenandoah Valley
Railroad Company of two interesting pam
phlets-one giving a description of the country
lying in the Shenandoah Valley OF Virginia on
the line of the shenandoah Valley Railroad.
and the other giving very interesting descrip-
lions of the Caverns Of Luray, Natural Bridge,
Grottoes of the Shenandoah, and chronicle OF
a leisurely journey through the uplands Of
Virginia. These books are not only interest
ing, but valuable to tourists and:others.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

SENATOR QUAY AND MAHoNE.-The
Washington correspondent of the Alexand-
ria Gazette says
"Senator Quay and General Malone are
as great friends as ever. They are the
Same sort of politicians, believing that the
chief object of politics is to ''get there -
irrespective of the means employed to do
80. They wore together almost the whole
of Saturday, contriving schemes by which
Mahone's men could be appointed to Office.
Mr.. Quay is the recognized boss of Penn
sylvania, and he wants his friend, the little
General to be recognized by the admins.
tration as such in Virginia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

SULLIVAN AND KILRAIN.-The smuggling
encounter for the pugilistic championship
of Sullivan and Kilrain will take place on
the 9Th of July, near Abila Springs in St.
Tammany Parish, Louisiana. An amphi-
theatre capable of seating 2,0O0 persons
will be erected on the battle-ground. The
people of that Parish agree that there shall
be no interference, but a fair fight.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

A NEW AocoMMoDATIoNTR Train ON THE c. d
o, r. r. BETWEEN CHARLOTTESVILLE AND
STAUNToN.-New accommodation for local,
travel between Charlottesville and Staunton
is now in force on the Chesapeake Ohio Rail
road. Leaving Charlottesville at AS q. m. by
through freight will stop for passengers along
the route Time at Greenwood $40; Alton. 6.lO;
Waynesboro, 634; Fishersville. 700. and arrive
at staunton at 7.S6 a. m. Leave Staunton for
Charlottesville at Il Is p. m. arriving at Char
lottesYille at 40 p. m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

MACHINE SHoPs.--Messrs B. F. Stockton q
Bro, experienced and.skillfui machinists, have
purchased the machinery of the Augusta Agri-
cultural and Machine Works which they Will
add to their machine shops. where they are
prepared to do good work in their line Of BUSH
ness. They deserve. and we hope they will re-
ceive, liberal patronage.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

Hot Weather, is ii? Well just go to the
White House and ask President Harrison
for an office. The GOODNESS of your recep
tiog will last you through the deg days.
N. Y. Herald.
1t does seem tina. the ssKickers" in Vir
ginia will not reed any fans this Summer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

A Boy MURDERED BY BoYs.-INDIANA-
POLLS, June 20.-A boy named Snyder,
thirteen years old, residing at Highland,
near Terre Hauts, was murdered by four
boys, whose ages range from niue to fifteen
years. The boys are two brothers named
Pearman and two named Douglas. Sny-
der's body was found 10 a creek. He had
been stabbed and shot. All of the boys are
Under arraat
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

Prohibition has received a setback in
Pennsylvania and Rhode Island, and the
high license doctrine is gaining strength all
over the country. If men will indulge in
alcoholic beverages let them contribute
literally in the taxes which pay the costs
of the crimes to which this indulgence
leads.-Roanoke Times.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

Won BORA CoLLEGE.-The name OF The
Girls Home School," established seven years
ago at Luray. Page county,b by Rev. J. 1. Miller
has been changed to that OF "Von Bora
College," in honor of the wife of Martin Luther
whose name was Won Bora.
This school, ably conducted by the accom-
plished Principal, with his efficient assistants.
Is unsectarian. lie has been elected President
( or the new term of five years from next
September. The position made vacant by the
resignation of Miss Broadus, which she
had held for the past five years, has been filled
by securing the services of Miss Mary Jen.
nings. OF Rockingham, who will be valuable
acquisition to that institution of learning
Additional grounds and buildings will soon be
added.
The last session was more SUCCESSFUL than
any preceding. and the prospect is that the
next will be even more successful than the
last.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

THE AUGUSTA V. NJ. 1. ALUMNI.-There was
a meeting Of ex-Cadets of the Virginia Military
Institute at the Council Chamber of this city
on the afternooni of the Oath instant. 1t Is
known that about twenty. five will attend the
semi-centennial. There was $50 made up to go
into the general fund OF the committee OF ar
rangements for defraylng the expenses on that
OCCASION
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

DEATH OF REV. VIM. HENRY BEECHER.-A
despatch from Chicago states that the Rev.
VIM Henry Boecher died Monday morning at
the family residence, he was 81 years old, and
his death was mainly due to his advanced age.
N Beecher was one of the seven brothers, all
OF whom became preachers and all more or less
famous.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

Mr.. Ben. Butterworth, Republican, of
Ohio, does not like Gov. Foraker's local
management of affairs, and, according to n
Cincinnati report in the New York Times,
denounces it as ''reekiug putrefaction.
Now for one of Foraker's widest war HOOPS
and biggest handfuls of mud.-Richmond
Star.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

Another change Of schedule on the Chesa-
yeake Ohio Railroad makes it necessary to
change the carriers schedule.
Deliveries-1st. 6 so a. NJ. I'd. IL 80 a. m. 3rd
ais p. m. 4th. $50 p. m.
CoIections.-1st trip. SIS a. m. I'd l.30 pm. Sd
49O p. m. 4th, 500.
CLOSING THE MAILS.
c. & o. Edst-No. 4 F. F. ", north 9I5 a. m.
No 6, Richmond Local, HOO a. m. No. 2.
Night Elk press 400 p. m.
C. & O. West.-No. Local, 2.3O p. m. No.
Express through mail. AS p. m. No. 8, F.F. v.
for Cincinnati and west. 9 0Op. m.
BIO. North local. us a. m; South, 500 p
m. Harrisonburg, freight Ais p. m. Licking
ton, 715 a. m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

The g. & o. Railway will sell sell excursion
tickets between all stations. Tickets good 60
ing on regular trains July Sd and 4th. and for
returning as late as July 5th. Procure tickets
from station agents. as conductors will collect
full fare.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

W. Russell Bowie, ex-member of the
Richmond city council, and a well-known
citizen of that city, was sent on to the grand
jury of the Hastings Court Saturday, charg-
ed with forgery.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

TEE NEGROES PUT OUT.-Under date o
June 18th, the Washington correspondent
of the Alexandria Gazette says
"The negroes here are very much put out
at the Presidents evident objection to hav-
nearly all the old negro house servants at
the White House with white people, and it
is reported to-day that Albert Hawkins,
the famous negro carriage driver there,
either has been or will be discharged and
his place be filed by white man."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
Good County Roads,

"a farmer who knows what he is talk ing
about hits the nail on the head when he says
nothing pays better than good roads. 1t costs
something to secure tn EN-, but they are arte-
ries that connect city and country along which
the life current of business, p prosperity, safety
and solid comfort perpetually flow. Bad
roads. full of chuck holes. kill time. team and
temper. Be sure, then, that money thus intel
Iigently expended is wisely invested and sure
to realize future results.-C hrisfeld Leader.
To which the Richmond State adds:
This Is sound sense. We believe that farm
ers in some sections OF Virginia are doing all
they can in this direction, but the best results
can only be accom- lished by thorough organ
cation. or course the main roads should first
receive attention. The better the roads in a
State the richer the State"
Upon this trite, but ever-important subject,
we have given Zine upon line and precept up.
on precept." aud it is time that the good peo-
pie of fhis county were appreciating the value
of good reads and the propriety of adopting, at
an early day, feasible plan OF getting them.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
The Washington correspondent of the

The Washington correspondent Of the
Rich. Dispatch says
"The report that Hawkins, the colored
coachman who has served all the Presidents
from Grant to HARRISON, is soon to go is
denied here. It is claimed that Hawkins
will stay. but the other negro servants at
the Executive Mansion have been thinned
out, and the balance will probably go be-
fore OctOberO
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

The sermon preached at the commencement
exercises at the University of Virginia few
days ago by Rev. Saml Rodgers, D. D., set
forth unself1shness as the necessary ground
work of genuine christian character.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
The Ladies' neItehted.

The pleasant effect and the perfect safety
with which ladies may use the liquid fruit
laxative, Syrup Of Figs. under all conditions
make 1t their favorite remedy. 1t is pleasing
to the eye and to the taste. gentle, yet effectu-
al in acting on the kidneys. liver and bowels
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

Mr.. Carnegie is said to be on cruise
and his employees are on strike.
This is not exactly what the republicans
promised us, but it is all we get neverthe-
less.-N. ?. Herald.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
Fourth of July.

G. o. Herring. the polite and attentive gro
Gerry man. wants you to try his Mariana Ci'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

THE SHoE-FACToRY.-The property known
as the American Hotel has been formally trans
1erred by the owners to the Stanton Shoe
Factory company
Yesterday, the President of the company.
Mr.. Chas. Weller, and Messrs N. N. Bradley
and Isaac Witt, directors, left for the North for
the purchase of the machinery. Mr.. 7. h.
Sickels, who will run the establishment. is
already there, and will join the other parties
in making selection of machinery, &C.
1t is expected to have the products of the
factory on the market by the first of Septem-
Der.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
TIE RAprAHANNocK SHOOTING AFFRAY.

THE RAPfAHANNOCK SHOOTING AFFRAY.
james 81. Colvip, who was shot recently
by Capt. T. G. Popham, at Slate Mills, is
recovering from his wounds. He makes
statement regarding the affair in which he
says the scandal which caused the shooting
was started by negro boy who had been
in the employ of the Popham family for
several years, and that the boy in his state
ment had said in effect that ne (Colvin)
had paid him to start the reports. As soon
as he heard of this he asked the same gen.
tlemen who had heard the boys statement
to come to his store to hear what he had to
say, and to prove to them his innocence
Aud that on the following Monday while on
his way to church festival he was rushed
upon by Captain Popham, and shot down,
one of his legs being shattered and the
other slightly wounded. 1t was without
any warning whatever, he says, while
several of Captain Popham's friends stood
by with drawn pistols, and de- fed any of
his (Colvin's) friends to come to his as
sistance.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
Postoaice Negotiations.

Boys, your sweethearts want you to take
them to Child & Shelton for cool and delicious
soda, and q Mariana Cigar for yourself
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

Victor Pain Balm will cure the worst case OF
cramp collie, cholera-morbus, or diarrhoea. In
ten minutes Ask for 1t. Try It.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

THE COUNTY COURT, Judge Stout presiding.
was in session Monday, but transacted no bust
ness yesterday.
The district officers chosen at Il { last election
generally qualified.
Administration was granted Joseph A. T.
Robertson on the estate of Anna Hill; also to
Geo. L. Orebaugh on the estate of John G.
Stoutemeyer,
An alteration in the Greenviile road. two
miles above Staunton, was granted-damages
and cost of construction estimated at 1925.
DR.. ]. ]. T. Clarke, w. F. Fretw ell, and NJ. T
Mcclure were appointed a committee to in
spect the county Jail this year.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26

The ugliest and best smoke in Staunton is
the Mariana Cigar, Eold by Child & Shelton
the careful Prescription Druggists.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
Stauntott Spectator.
LOCAL Department..

J.F. Smith. the exclusive tobacco man. will
sell you a good chew for Soc per pound and
Mariana cigar for SC,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
DEATHE o..


Obituaries are charged for at adUertisInQ rate
Notices OF deaths published 0rGtuitouslg.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
Rare Musical Treat.

The management Of the Young Mems Chris
tian Association has provided q rare musical
treat for our people who love good music and
don't object to q good laugh with 1t. They
have engaged the Black Diamond Quartette to
give one of their unique and most enjoyable
entertainments Thursday night at the Opera
House. These four remarkable singers are
colored men from Raleigh. N. c.. who sang
last night and the night before at the Augusta
street Methodist Church to large and de.
lighted audiences. Simmons. the leader. is q
veritable black diamond with bass voice
that is the deepest we have ever heard. The
other three are superb in their rarts-one hav-
ing voice like woman. The song you had
better quit your meanne@" Sam jones' is
alone worth more than the admission which is
only a quarter. and the chorus, you can't
cross here" is hard to beat. Simmons is also
fine banjoist and gives some good accompa-
niments on the organ. The entertainment is
varied and attractive, and some of our best
judges OF music, who have heard them. highly
endorse the Quartette. Reserved seat tickets
for sale at Olivier's.
HONORARY DEGREES BY WASHINGTON & LEE
UN1vRRsITY.-On last week, the Board of
Trustees of Washington Lee University con-
fsrred the following honorary desrees:-
LII. D,
Samuel Marsh, New York City. N. Y; ]. A.
Waddell, Staunton. Va.
DOCTORS OF SCIENCE.
Prot. T. NJ. Jackson. University of West Vir-
ginia.
DOCTORS OF DIVINITY.
Rev. G. w. Finley, Romney, West Virginia;
Prof j. A. Kern, Randolph Macon College,
Virginia; Rev. W. G. Lindsay. Columbia, South
Carolina; Rev. Edward A. Renouf. New Hamp-
shire Rev. W. M. MoPheeters, Theological
Seminary, Columbia. South Carolina; Rev.
Alexander Allison, Pastor Alexander Presby-
terrain church, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
D. L.
Prof. E. A. Allen, University of Missouri:
James Hardy billiard, st. Louis. Missouri; Prot
William Taylor Thorn. Hollins Institute.
Roanoke, Virginia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1889-06-26
baltimore livestock Market, June 20.

Beef Cattle.-Prices ofBeet Cattle ranged as
follows:
so @475
Generally rated first quality...... 4 % a 37%
Medium or good fair quality..... S71S9 l215
Ordinary thin Steers, Oxen and
The News-Herald. [volume] (Hillsboro, Highland Co., Ohio) 1886-1973, 1889-01-24
Legal Notice.

In the Court OF Common Pleas of Highland
county. Ohio, Freiberg q Workum, a part.
nership arm formed for the purpose OF
and doing business In the State OF Ohio,
plaintifs, vs.. Edward Henernan, defend.
ant.
TDwARD HEFFERNAN, of Lynn, Essex
IL county, Mass, the above named defend.
ant will take notice that Freiberg q Work.
um, u partnership arm formed for and do.
Ing usiness In the State Of Ohio, the plain.
lifts on the
9th Day Of January, A. D. 1889,
commenced Q civil action against him in
the Court OF Common Pleas of Highland
county, Ohio, to recover the sum OF twenty.
two hundred and sixty.three and ninety .of, o
hundredths dollars te2268 9l-10O with interest
thereon fr0m the 18th day OF June, A. d.
1888, for damages sustained by the piaiptifi
by reason Of the breach Of contract by tbe
defendant in refusing to accept fve hui,h red
plaintihs te and for said defendant st his
special instance and request, and for
said sum and interest the plaintifis
ask judgment against said Edward He6er.
nan. An erder of attachment in said
action has been duly issued against the
property OF said Edward Hefiernan. Said
defendant, Edward Heffernap, 10 required 10
answer the petition In said action on the
10th day OF March, A. D. 1850, or judRm ent
Will be taken Ngatnst him. T7-'.
FREIBER0 q WORKUM. Piatntiffs.
BY Hart Garrett and d. j. Workum, At.
tOrney8,
The News-Herald. [volume] (Hillsboro, Highland Co., Ohio) 1886-1973, 1889-01-24
Legal Notice.

A LBERT BKoOKSBANK, John Brooks
IA bank and Minnie Brooksbank, whose
residence 10 unknown, will take notice that
Q. N. Sans. administrator of the estate OF
George Brooksbank, Sr., decd, on the Cd day
Of jan, 1889, filed his petition In the Probate
! Court Of Highland county, Ohio. alleging
iIsuf'acisnt to pay bis debts and the charge.
seized in fee simple of In.lois Nos. N5, IA,
273 and 20 feet or the south side of lot No
N2,said lots being In Muntz's addition, Hills
Soro, Hishland county, Ohio; that Jane
entitled to homestead and dover In said real
estate. and that the Hillsboro building and
Loan Association claims to hold mortgage
on said lots 275 and 74. The prayer Of the
petition is for the assign ment of Homestead
and dover Ia said real estate, that the Hills.
6oro Building and Loan Association be re.
CURED TO answer setting forth the partlcu-
lars OF Its mortgage lien thereon and that
said lets be sold to pay the debts and charges
aforesaid. Albert Brooksbank and Minnie
Brooksbank are hereby notified that they
nave nave been made partiesdefendant to said
swer the same on or before the 10th day of
March, 1889. 0. N. SANS, Administrator.
January 4th, 1889.
The News-Herald. [volume] (Hillsboro, Highland Co., Ohio) 1886-1973, 1889-01-24

In 1884 the States of the North and
the border States of Delaware, Kentucky,
Maryland, Missouri, Tennessee, Virginia
and West Virginia gave Blaine plural
ity OF 3O2, ,139 of the popular vote.
On November 9Th, these same States
gave Harrison a plurality of 377 AL, a
gain of 1902 votes in that section, in
which alone reasonably free vote and
fair count can be relied upon, and a
majority OF nearly 100000 over all.
Besides this, during the past four years
the Republican party has suffered loss
of $4,000 votes in these States by emigra-
ton to the Territories, where they are
not yet counted, but soon will he.
The States OF the North and the Dor.
der States, with more OF the former soon
to be admitted in the Northwest, contain
the elements and forces, political, com.
mercial, industrial and moral, that are
bound to rule this country. 1t is graft
flying, therefore, to see in that section, il
it must SO be called, a marked growth
OF Republican strength. Cleveland Lead.