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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02
Election of Officers at tho western Luna-
tic Asylum.


At the late meeting of the Board of Di-
rectors of the Western Lunatic AsA lum
the following officers were elected: DR..
Benjamin BIackford, Superintendent; DR..
Ed. Fisher. 1st assistant physician, DIR.
Wier, % assistant physician; DR.. Geo. S.
Walker, 3rd assistant physician; Capt.
Lewis Hartman, steward; Mrs. Y. l.
Thompson, matron; J. C. Armstead clerk.
Capt Lewis TIarman, the newly elected
steward, is well known in our city and
county lie is the Oldest son Of the late
Col. M. G.. Hartman, and when a boy.
served with gallantry and distinction in
the late war. Since the war lie has been
engaged in farming at his beautiful place
near this city.
DR.. BIackford comes from Lynchburg
and is highly endorsed ,as to both his private
and professional character He has been
for some years in active and successful
practice, and enjoys the confidence and
esteem of the medical profession of the
State. He was at one time the president
of the State Medical Association. DR..
Blackford is not without experience in the
special line to which his election calls him,
having heen connected with an asylum
near Philadelphia. He displayed great
executive ability during the war. in the
organization and management of hospitals
for the army and for army posts. Both of
the newly lected officers have entered
upon the discharge of their respective
dutiaS.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02
Y. M. e. A


At business meeting of this associa
ton, held last Sunday afternoon, Fl. M.
McIlhany and E. T. Dadman were elected
delegates to the international Convention
of the Y. M. G.. A., which meets in Phila-
delphia the 10th of May. Delegates were
authorized to select their alternates. Rep.
resentative men of the Y. M. G. A. will
bs present from all parts of the world.
During the session of the convention,
there will be twelve parlor conferences. to
be held the 10th of May.
Special invitations have been extended
prominent Y. M. G. A. workers, to pre-
side over these conferences, and to open
the discussion of certain topics assigned
to each. Mr.. H. M. McIlhany has been
chosen as one Of the prominent workers,
to preside over one of these conferences,
and the subject he is expected to open fol-
discussion is. "How can every member Of
the Committee (NationaD be led to feel
his personal responsibility for his work. y
The selection of MIR. McIlhany is a good
one. He is full of zeal and devotion to the
Y. NJ. G. A. work.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

The benefit given by the "Albemarle
Amateurs. " Tuesday night, was one of the
most exec lent amateur performances We
have ever witnessed. The whole company
which, by the way, was admirably chosen,
have received the highest encOmiums of
praise and they certainly deserve it. Mrs.
Macready Chute. who took the leading role
in the comedy Perfection completely
captivated tho audience. both by her un-
doubted talent as an actress, and also by
her beautiful voice. Very fine indeed was
her rendering of Ora pro nobis," and also
several little encore pieces. which she
obligiDgly gave. The humorous situation
in TO 0blige BensoD," was finely drawn
by the participants. Mr.. Caldbeck, a
young Eug.ishman. brought down the
house repeatedly as MIR. Benson. Mrs.
Benson being Miss Effie Lynes and Mrs.
SOuthdown. Miss Edith Dixon.
We regret to say that the house was not
so good as we could have wished. This
was very unfortunate, both for the delin-
quents and for the Amateurs" but was
no doubt due to the inclement weather
aud the fact that large reception was
hel last evening and great number Of
our theatre goers we're no doubt In attend.
ance upon it. We are sorry that Char
lottesville's courtesy should not been bet
ter returned. but hope that in the future
We may have another chance to return her
hospitality, and that our people will profit
10y it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

Thursday night last the officers and en-
ployes of the w. L. Asylum presented to
j. w. Blackburn, Esq the retiring stew
ard, a handsome gold watch and chain. as
an evidence of their appreciation of Mr..
b. as gentleman and an officer. and as a
memento of the kindly personal relations
existing between hem during his four
years administration of the duties of the
office of steward of the Asylum.
The presentation speech was made in
the most felicitous terms by Geo S. Light
ner Esq, Of the Stanton bar; and the
reply of Mr.. blackburn was in terms lit-
ting the occasion, in which he expressed
his appreciation of the kind and generous
feelings of his late associates toward him
After the speeches were over, the entire
party enjoyed a dance in the amusement
hall of the Asylum.
We are glad to learn that Mr.. Blackburn
will not leave the city. lie has taken the
Palmer house On Sears Hill, where be
will reside in future.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

B. G. Bargamin has opened at NO. llo
S. Augusta street, bath rooms for the &C.
commodation of the public. There are
six compartments in the bath room, each
fitted up in neat and attractive style. and
provided with every comfort. Plunge or
shower baths can be had, and each com"
partment is furnished with cold and hot
water. The water is heated by boiler
located on the first floor, and the room IS
heated and kept comfortable by this boiler.
The room adjoining the bath room is
neatly fitted up for reading room. The
floor is carpeted, the walls hung with at
rractive pictures. and the room Will be
supplied with the daily papers. The en-
tire outfit is new, and will be neatly kept.
Attendants will be on hand to supply the
wants of customers. Mr.. Bargamin. IN
opening these baths, has supplied long
felt want in our city. and we bespeak for
him generous patronage. Such enters
prise deserves to succeed, and it will II
properly appreciated by our people.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

We call attention TO the advertisement
of II. J. Lushbaugh, Bro. u 90. Under
the immediate MANA cement OF Mr.. j O..
p. Kice the junior member Of the firm,
this establishment has greatly increased
its production and output until it assumes
the proportions of an important industry,
both in the manufactury Of furniture, out
of the best material by the most eX
periencpd workmen. and Of all descriptions
and the latest patterns; Mattresses OF
hair .shuck cotton, NC, church cushions OF
the most appropriate and durable goods,
and caskets of all grades. The concern
occupies three floors CT the SummerVille
building. lG2 Main street, connected by
an elevator ard adjusted for the purposes
to which each floor is dedicated. The
lower floor is where mattresses are manu-
featured, and>bed springs are stored. The
second floor is the business department
where finished furniture is arranged; an
inspection of which shows the substantial
character of the material. the neat finish,
and the latest patterns. The upper floor
is used for baskets. which are arranged IN
order so as 10 show the sly les and finish at
a glance. This is rather an unpleasant
but necessary apartment. As none Of us
care about looking at the narrow box,
however artistic and slightly in its finish,
into which We all must sooner or later
repOse,
Mr.. w. ID. Gambler, so long and favora-
bly, known in this community. at first with
A. D. Chandler, then with Bickle & Bro.
and later with Bick!e & IIamrick. unit
their establishment was burned, is with
the Lushbaugh House, and will be pleased
to wait OH his friends.
This establishment is doing a large bust
ness, and the more it does the more il
gains in public esteem, for it deals on The
square and furnishes the exact article ii
contracts for. Indeed there is 10 occasion
to go away from Stanton for furniture
or anything in the line this firm offers. fol
it is up to the times and fills all contracts
on time and to the letter.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02
Death of Miss Fannie s. Trout

Miss Fannie S. Trout died at the resi-
dence of her mother, Mrs. N. X. Trout,
North Augusta street. Monday morning
last about six clock. Miss Trout was the
daughter of n. K. Trout, for many years
the Mayor of this city. Her mother was
Miss Matilda Stribling. sister Of the late
DE-. F. T. Stribling. Miss Trout possessed
in large degree that characteristic trait
of her family, which led her to seek an
active life; and since the death of her
father she has been engaged in teaching.
She first taught in the Female College at
Farmvlle, Va. and after that, was for
several years the teacher of colisthenics
and English at the Virginia Female Insti-
tute. She next took position with Miss
Annie Parran at Wheeling, W. Va. where
she taught English and calisthenics. Her
last active work was in the school of A.
Magill Smith. Of Winchester, Va. In the
spring of 'sS, while in Wheeling she was
taken sick, and had severe attack of
typhoid fever, from which she seemed
never to have fully recovered. About six
weeks ago she came home from Wincher.
ter quite broken down in health, and was
confined to the house almost entirely until
her death, Monday morning last. A large
circle of relatives and friends mourn the
loss, of true and devoted friend, gentle
and loving companion, whose presence
always added brightness to the family Cir
Gle, and the gathering of friends. She was
a consistent member of the Episcopal
church, and died as she had lived, In the
calm assurance of faith, and with blessed
hope. that maketh not ashamed. for ssshe
knew in whom she trusted" The sor-
rowing family have the sympathy of
the entire community. The funeral took
| place Tuesday afternoon from her mother s
residence. The pail bearers were as fol.
lows: F. B. Berkeley. Jno. G. Scott. II. r
Andrews, Berkeley Minor, J. w. Splitter
Jas. Bumgardner, jr.. j. E. B. Stuart
| and Col, Jas. II. Skinner,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

Saturday last E. M. Gushing, auctioneer,
sold the Caldwell lot, in Waynesboro, to
Mr.. Jno r. Long. of Baltin ore, Md, for
81, 400 The lot is located not far from
the G. & o. depot. and has a frontage of
go feet, and runs back 200 feet to an alley.
Mr.. Jno. +. Long. the purchaser, is a
manufacturer of phosphates in Baltimore.
A number OF people were present from
Little Tammany," and seemed to highly
enjoy the boom" which so splendidly
turned up in The interest of their town,
The knowing Cues said Il told you so, ,
and the thoughtful and prudent nodded
their heads and locked at the poor Staun
ton people. as much as to say, eve have
got the town. don't you sect"
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

While the eyes of the nation are turned
towards New York city, where the great
Centennial "boom' centres. yet from
every hamlet, and every house from the
valleys and hills of this broad land. reJolc-
ings and thanksgivings assembled from de-
vout hearts. to Him who ruleth the destl-
MES of nations, for the blessings OF the
past, and the peace and prosperity enjoyed
and vouchsafed the people of the United
States, In our city. by order OF Mayor
Fultz, all the bells of the city were rung
at nine O'Clock III the morning. At the
same hour the church bells called the sey-
eral congregations of the city to their re-
spective places of worship in compliance
with the prcclamations of the President
of the United States and the Governor of
Virginia. At Trinity Episcopal church,
morning service was held in the teautiful
ritual of that church, and special prayers
were said, fitting the occasion. The grand
tie Deum, - which at the same hour, was
chanted one hundred years ago. in St.
Paul's chapel, New York. was rendered
by the choir. The pastor read for the $685.
sion the 9Th chapter of Deut. There was
no sermon, but in its place was read an
extract from the first inaugural address OF
| Washington, in which he recognized the
hand of the Supreme Ruler of the Uni
verse, in all that had been accomplished
in the past, and asked the same directing
care for the future. The service was
closed with the hymn 300, ''God bless Our
land
At the Catholic church high mass was
celebrated by Rev. Father Fallon. Ser
vices were held In the Methodist and
Lutheran churches. The First Presbyte-
rian and the Baptist churches were not
open. DR.. Mcfarland, of the Presbyterian
church is quite sick at his hohe, and DIR.
Nelson requests us to say that he has been
absent from the city. and hence could not
give the requisite notice. The postoflice
the banks, and the public schools were
closed for the day.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02
Myerley & Andrews.

The firm of Myerley & Andrews, whole
sale and retail liquor dealers, went into
operation May 1st, at the old stand on
Main street Of Burke & Bradley. The
members of this firm are we'll known to
the people of Augusta, and stand deserv-
eddy high In business circles. They keep
all the best brands, and mean to succeed
if push and fair dealing will accomplish
that result. Give them a call.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

We call attention to an advertisement in
the VIRGINIAN, signed by VIM. Patrick,
offering a safe investment in bonds to any
one having money to put out. These bonds
are well secured by mortgage on a first
class farm. The gent leman owning Il G
bonds resides out of the county and is ems
gagged in business which requires all Ii:
capital. = For these reasons the bonds are
for sale. 1t is good opportunity to Sc
cure good paper on reasonable terms. APP
ply to VIM. Patrick, at his law Office in
the city.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

This wide awake firm is represented in
our advertising columns this week. They
have one of the most complete liquor
house in the State, and sell none but the
best-the well known ''Clemmer" whiskey
a specially. The trade can do no better
than by consulting this reliable firm be-
fore purchasing, What they sell. in guam.
tity and quality, they will certainly de
liver
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

Death OF MIS-. JONI b. EFecKIhFIUSe.
Mrs. Maria B. Breckenridge, wife of the
late John B, Breckenridge, died at the res.
idence of her daughter. Mrs. N. p. Catlett,
in this place. on Tuesday evening last. She
was a sister of Prof. w. B. johnson,
d. and lady of culture and refine
ment, and christian in whom there wa s
no guile. Her age was s. years.
The funeral will take place this, Thurs :.
day morning. at IL OF clock. from the resi-
dence of Mrs. n. p. Catlett.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02
The new firm of Myerley & Andrews are
leaders in their line, and guarantee salts
faction in every particular.


Maj B. T. Bagby has the con tract for
the erection of the Ice Factory for Jos.
F. Tannehill. on the Waddell lot, on Fred.
erick street. adjoining the Iron Works,
recently purchased by Mr.. T. for 81 200.
Workmen are engaged on the foundation
and the building will be up as soon as 1t is
possible to complete it.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

This great show will exhibit in Staun-
ton on Saturday May 3, Oh the Bickle lot
Admission 10 and 25 cents,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

Hon. w. II. Barnum. chairman Of the
Democratic National Committee, died at
Lime Rock, Connecticut, On the e0.h ults
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

Myerley & Andrews are always prepared
for the trade. and keep an elegant line OF
goods at Masonic building.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02
Boot, Shoe y Hat Business
At Their Old Stand,
NO. 81 W. MAIN STREET, Opp. Wayts Drug Store.

With an experience years the business and thorough
knowledge the people fSaunton and vicinity to-
gether with the VERY BEST FACILITIES am confident it will be
your interest examine stock when in need OF anything
this line On recent visit factories secured the
following Bargains. They Real Genuine Bargains.
Here they Look
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02
Burk's New United Shows.

The most pleasing and popular show on
the road, will exhibit in Staunton on Sat-
urday, May 8, on the Bckle lot. Admis-
sion 10 and Is cents.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02

Call on Myerley & Andrews when you
want cooking wine, liquors for medicinal
purposes, or any thing in their line.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02
Death Of Mrs. John b. nrec,x,nridse.

Yellow Danvers, Silver Skins and Pc
tatO Onion Sets at CHILD & SHELTON.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02
hul al 2ih
NoTICE!

-Four bonds each for $500. dated April the lOi q
1885. payable one. two. three and four years iroi
date, with Interest payable annually. secure ~
by vendors lien on one of the best IarI ~ d im
Augusta county. worth $1,000, on when so,o ~
has been paid Will take the face OF tnese a .
I need the money for other purposes. ANY oIlo
Wishing to to invest can get further INFORMS u,
ti0n and see the bonds by applying az Inc law
office of WIN. PATHlCh,
4 aIr184t y = Stauhtoh' o.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1889-05-02
AN OLD HOUSE
Under New Management !!
GHA1X. e. BERR Y,
SUCCESSOR TO WELLER & ELDER.

f. STAUNToN, May LIST, 1889.
Having purchased the business Of the late firm OF WELLER
& ELDER, respectfully that will continue the
The Washington bee., 1889-06-08
REAL ESTATE.

Very cheap property in fine
Northwest and Northeast ON easy
terms aud monthly payments.
n. Spragup, Real estate. Lean
and Insurance agent. r ON 3,
524 10th st. d. w.
The Washington bee., 1889-06-08
SECURE 4 HOME IN THE LAID 1F FL0HRs
DlNSMORE!

~ l. \ ~ AVA ~ AA0
One Of the growing towns of the
South, is situated on both sides of
Savan ah, Florida & Western
Railroad, just twelve miles from
Jacksonville, Fla. 1t is high, dry
and level, and successful horti.
cultural and truck-growing section
of the State. Dinsmore can be
easily reached from Jacksonville by
railroad, by water route, or by an
hour and a half drive over an excel
lent plank and shell road.
Dinsmore is not one of the isola.
ted spots that is only laid out on
paper, but thriving prosperous
town that recommends itself to
capitalist and laborer, to fathers
and wives who are vigilant over
their own interests and the welfare
of their children, to those who are
seeking homes and those who have
capital to invest for speculation.
The sland can be obtained at re.
markably low figures and on terms
suitable to the condition of every
purchaser. At the present allow
figures poor man can make regu-
lar payments on a valuable home
with less than the aggregate of
unnecessary expense Or money act
ually thrown away. II is an in
vestment that one cannot regret
and through which you will realize
many times the amount invested.
The prices are for Front Business
Lots one acre, $65, $50, $35. Sec
ond choice, $25 $18. Third choice
SIS. Fourth choice $40. Fifth
choice, SIS. 1t must be remember
ed that these are acre lots.
We also have vegetable and
truck farms laid out adjacent to
Dinsmore, containing from five to
sixteen acres each, which We offer
for the benefit of those who wish to
farm at SIS acre.
Our terms are one fourth cash
and balance in one, two and three
! years.
The chain of title will be short
and strong. 1t is from the State OF
Florida to the Railroad and from
the Railroad to you.
Struck farming around Dinsmore
would be at the door of two of the
greatest markets in the South. Let
every poor man if with but one
dollar, commence to buy a lot in
Dinsmore. The fare from jackson.
vile and return is only twenty-five
cents. Think of it. There are
eight passenger trains pc" day and
the round trip will only cost TWEEN.
ty-fve cents. Trout creek, large
stream passes right through the
vicinity, thus afording pure fresh
water for stock, perfect drainage
and abundance of fish.
TAKE WARNING NOW, and
do not let this grand opportunity
slip you. 1t is the very best chance
you will have TO secure good
piece of valuable property and such
startling prices.
The merchants in Dinsmore art
enjoying good trade and the
town is rapidly growing. Saw
mills are convenient for securing
timber to build, and laborers who
desire work can get from a dollar
and a half to two dollars per day
For further information or plats
and how to see Dinsmore, call OIL
or address,
81. w. THOMPSON & CO.,
Drawer 2e8 jacksonville, Fla
The Washington bee., 1889-06-08
WHERE TO BUY THE BEE.

East Washington, Prof. j. w
Fowler, 31S 3rd street s. 2.
South Washington: DR.. s. A.
Sumby, + bet. 3rd and a sts., S. W.
and Rev.R. S. Laws, 316 81 st. s. W,
Northwest: DR.. Be'ler, 10th and
NJ streets; Capt. w. P. Gray 18th
near L st. [; Mrs. Pokety, NJ bet 18th
and 18th ets.: Chas. Bealle, cor. 18th
and II sts.; Philadelphia House 34e
Pa. Ave.
Can always be obtained at any
of the above named places every
Saturday morning.
The Washington bee., 1889-06-08

The BEE Is the paper to publish
your wants, for sale and all perso.
nal mentions in. All matter
hould be In not later than Thurs
day.
The Washington bee., 1889-06-08
M0OR'S WESTERN
MOpS.

Why not man save his mo; ey
when he car?
call every Janitor and all
other Persons attention that has
use for MOP. l guarantee tha,
one of my Mops will out-wear any
other two Mols made. 1t cleans
the dirt and dries the floor better
than any you ever used in your
life. So call or send me a pcs'al
card, l will supply You with one
or more if you wish.
Price 25c Each or$3 90 Ter Dozen
Address: Room 6, Nos Sherman
Street, Chicago.
LEMUEL MOORE
L. 9. MOORE, agt., 234 2nd st
Washington D. G.
Patented July II
The Washington bee., 1889-06-08
TAKE NOTICE

The patrons of the BEE must
pay fcr all advertisements, in the
way OF ootices, deaths, marriages,
&c. NJ matter of a personal
nature will be inserted unless it is
paid for.
Edward r. Droop. o25 Penn. ave., calls
attention TO h s llIge stock of
STEINWAY
Chase g. Gambler, Wheelock, Briggs,
Behning, and other
PIANOS!
Story and Clark, Couch and Warren
ORGAN~. Wonderful Aeolian Organ,
Sold Oh l. S a lments, exchanged, rented,
repaired, tuned, moved, aud stored.
VioiGs, BanjoS, and Gnitsrs. Strings a
specia ty Sleet music aud ms ca mer-
chanaiee at the old stand, gas P. ave.
Feb. p, If.
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MONEY TO LOAN

~ON REAL ESTATE=aa
In sums to snit on short notice.
R. D. RUFFIN'S-Loan and Re.
al Estate Office.
523 18th ST., ". two doors below
+ street.