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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-09-22
Not What He Used to be.
Scottish American!

Scottish American.!
A correspondent in Scotch paper tells
good story Of Principal Caird. He remarked
to a stranger who visited his seat in church
one day when the Principal was preaching,
that the eloquent divine showed no signs Of
falling off, "Na, ma" was the reply, "he's-
no what he was. I've seen him wi the
foam fair feein' frae his mooth."
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-09-22
Drunksn n Hogs and Cattle.

La Grange (Ga.) Graphic,l
Mr.. w. R. Bradfeld last week had some
cattle and hogs that were somewhat sur
prised after drinking their fill Of sorghum
beer If they did not ''thihk of their head
in the morning" they had good cause to.
for the hogs were as drunk as lords. and
the fine Jersey bull staggered around the
lot with the uncertain grace of an old toper.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-09-22
THE PLEASURE THEY CONCEAL.

stop watches They walk away in silence,
their impassive faces showing no trace of
THE PLEASURE THEY CONCEAL.
Hanover goes back to his stable after he
has been kept in motion long enough to
permit his perspiration to evaporate. The
grooming process begins again. When it is
over Hanover is as ripe for oats and hay as
ary horse that hasn't been starved for a
week can very well be. He was watched
with the eyes of lynx fer month before
the second Tuesday of May, 1887. Then the
Carlton stakes were won and lost. The
Dwyers were afraid of nothing but break
down, and as that did not intervene, Hano-
ver's victory was ridiculously easy. Two
days later he captured the Brookdale handi-
cap, leaving eight or nine horses behind, and
fighting so fiercely for his head that Nc
Laughlin's double pull only partially re-
strained him. The great WitherS stakes went
to the DIVERS in common canter, and when
the Coney Island Derby proclaimed Hano-
yer invincible, he had lead of not less than
Is lengths.
Fifteen lengths to spare was good deal
too much of course, but it couldn't be
helped, " explained Trainer McCabe. THAT
was always the trouble with Hanover; you
never could place him."
"What do you mean?"
"His speed couldn't be regulated bv his
r'der. Mclaughlin would have had to
choke him to keep him back. If he could
have been made to keep the company of the
other horses until near the finish, and then
sent out just enough to win, he would have
ended every race with little wear and tear.
and almost without losing breath, but go he
would for all he was worth, and nothing
could stop him. If we had been able to
save him he would have been king of the
turf vet"
Eighteen successive victories raised Han.
over TO such a pinnacle that other owners
didn't see the use of running their horses
against him, and the result was that he oen-
orally had small fields to dispose of, For
the Lorillard stakes those who backed him
had to put up $50 to win 81, and in some
events he was barred in the betting. The
inevitable turn of the tide came. however
He ran for the Raritan stakes at Monmouth
and dismayed and amazed multitude saw
the popular idol fall from its pedestal
Laggard, belying his name, could not be
overtaken, and the charm was broken.
Other races followed, and victory alternated
with defeat Laggard once more Haunting
his winning colors in front, and Firenzi and
Volante leaving behind the pride of the
Dwyer stable.
A PAYING INVESTMENT.
'He was never the same horse after he
was insured, remarked his trainer patbet-
ically; zone of his feet troubled him, He
must have been in intense pain, and the only
relief he could find was by holding the leg |
almost straight out. You can't get at a horses /
foot inside the hoof, you know, so we had |
the ioreleg opened. Two little strips of |
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-09-22

little else to complain about. The blood
that drips down its sides, as its rider weighs
in, is drawn when the horse isas excited as the
jockey, and gives it, probably, as racers
think, no second thought. In all other re-
spects, save in the matter of training, its
business in life is to receive the most solicit
GUS of attentions From the time its stable
door is opened In the morning until it is closed
at night the animal is never free from OBJ
servarion. Its pulse is metaphoricalIy
felt every day. Nothing can happen to it
without provoking critical and immediate
examination. 1t is not proof against some
Of the ills that human flesh is heir to. Let
it fall victim to one of them, and half a
dozen men are in prompt consultation on
the subiect OF course the solicitude dis
PLAYED is in proportion to the value OF the
animal. II it is entered for princely stakes
and is speedy enough to give good account
of itself in any equine event, the solicitude
develops into something like alarm, and the
futter runs clear down the line, from pro-
prietor to stable boy. If, on the other hand,
it is of the genus plug, with heavy heels and
q doubtful future, diminished concern is
displayed, though nothing that veterinary
skill can do is left undone.
''Your horses seem to need as much care
as a baby said to one of the famous
Dwyer brothers.
''Yes, and they get great deal more care
than a great many babies" was the
answer.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-09-22
A KING OF THE TURF.

Among tbs animals to which the Dwyer
stables are indebted for much of the fame
and fortune they enjoy is Hanover. He was
the monarch of his time and is stilla formid-
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-09-22

Strung up to the highest pitch and hitherto
not allowed under any circumstances to
fully extend himself, Hanover is at liberty
at last The exhibition ends almost as soon
as it begins. Still fighting for his head, he
is pulled up, and the Dryers look at their
stop watches. They walk away in silence,
their impassive faces showing no trace of
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-09-22
THE LIFE OF A RACER.
Some Interesting Facts About the
Training of a Turf King.
AN EQUINE'S LUXURIOUS LIFE.
Feeding, Grooming, Breaking and Riding
Winning Horse.
HANOyER'S EARNINGS FOR HIS OWNERS
WRITTEN FOR THE p1sPATcH.J

o LONG as a
racer remains
on the turf it
leads a life in
c OH pari son
with W hic h
other quadru-
peds have a
mere existence.
Occasionally a
spur is driven
deep into its
fanks. and a
bruising finish
sends it stag
gering, breath
less, under the
wire, but it has
~N
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
Communicated.


Onlast Friday night quite number of young
people around RipOn assembled at the home of
Mr.. Gracey, by the cordial invitation of Mr..
John Bard. and spent an evening long to be
remembered. The house was brilliantly illumin-
ated and seemed to beckon the guests from afar.
feel confident many at least were glad to es-
cape from the rough road and engage III more
eXhilerating pleasure than lodging chuck
holes. Miss Bard assisted her brother to re-
ceive and launched each arrival upon the eve
ning's gayety with such welcome as to make
them part of the programme at once. Mr.. and
Mrs. Gracey seemed to be Young again, and
encouraged, by their yiYacity, the general mer-
riment.
'How beautiful is youth. how Grightit CLEANS
With its illusions, aspirations. dreams!
Book of beginnings, story without end /;
Each maid heroine and each man a friend -
1t seems to me it must have been on an oc-
casion similar to last Friday nights that in
spired the poet to indite suchlines. The vivac-
ity and energy of youth is dominant on such
occasions and seems to be contagious. The
dancing was exquisite and the ladies especially
seemed To "lidG aver the floor like fairies in q
dreem and he must have been stole indeed
who would NOT have been touched by so much
beauty and grace. Between brawny countc-
nHncvs. merry laughter aud board burdened
with all the Injuries thuG the most fastidious
taste could desire, (if an outward expression is
an index OF the hearth AL certainly enjoyed
the substantial part OF the entcrtdiIiinent as not
the least pleasant experience of the evening.
Time passed all too quickly. as it delights to
do on such occasions. and all were compelled.
on account of the late hour. to bid u reluctant
goodnight aud wend their different ways home.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05


The West Virginia Legislature had
lively timelast Friday. At3o'clock
the Senate and House met to canvass
the gubernatorial vote, and no sooner
had joint meeting been had than the
Republicans began the work of delay
by making all kinds of motiops.-
Long speeches were made, and at
times the joint assembly was howl
ing, disorganized body. Bitter and
vindictive speeches were made on
either side, and at times it was feared
that the affair would end up in a per-
sonal encounter. Senator Morris
(Rep.) in speech assaiIed Speaker
Woods, of the House, in violent LAM
guage. Morris declared that the
Democratic measures was revolutions
airy and calculated to produce blood
shed, and that Woods sat there and
laughed about it like the fool who fid-
died while Rome burned. This was
too much for President Carr, of the
Senate, who was on the stand with
Speaker Woods, and in order to show
alabor advocates displeasure of such
associations he walked down from the
speakers stand with war expressed
upon his countenance and said to
Morris: Il am friend to the Chair
aud / am a friend to Senator Morris,
but he has openly and outrageously
insulted the Chair, and if the Chair
has not the courage to defend itself
l will take it upon myself to defend
the Chair and to resent it for him.
Friends interfered and prevented an
encounter, but in the meantime pan
demonium prevailed. In the confu-
sion some one moved to take re-
cess, while some one else moved to
adjourn. The hall was vacated, but
no one is able to say whether the
joint assembly took recess or adj
journed until morning.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
a DeIightfuI Occasion.

On the evening of January 2sd very pleas
ant company of young ladies and gentlemen
wendell their way to Silver Spring, the home
of Mr.. and Mrs. John T. Ware, Jr. The
weather was all that could be desircG-clear
and bright-the air, though keen. was bracing
and healthy. The sleighng was splendid-the
merry jingle of the sleigh-bells and the cherry
voices of the charming bellies and gallant beaux
echoing over hill and dale. AS we entered the
beautiful grove surrounding the mansion each
one of the company was impressed with the
beauty of the scene, and of the lovely environ
ments of ''Silver SPRING" The brilliant lights
foretold the warm reception that awaited the
company. The genial host and his estimablc
wife. assisted by Miss Amanda Franks in her
queenly and graceful manner. received the
guests. and gave each one cordial welcome.
After laying off wraps, the company were ush-
cred iuto the spacious parIor, where a most de-
lightful evening was spent in amusing games
and social conversation. Mrs. Wale dispersed
the hospitality of her home bountifully i'll scrv-
ing elegant refreshments. Among those pres
ent was the genial Mr.. e. R., whose sparkling
wit and humor was the mcrrimcnt of the COM
pany; in fact, his presence is indispensable at
all social gatherings. All too soon the hour of
II came, when the company dispersed. carry
ing with them pleasant memories of the hos
pitality of mine host and hostess of Silver
Spring" a GUEST.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
Deafness Can,t Be cured

by local application, as they cannot
reach the diseased portion of the ear.
There is only one way to cure deaf
ness, and that is by constitutional
remedies. Deafness is caused by an
iufiamed condition of the mncus lining
of the Eustachian Tube. When this
tube gets infamed you have rum
bling sound or imperfect hearing, and
when it is entirely closed deafness is
the result, and unless the inhamma-
ton can be taken out and this tube
restored to its normal condition, hear
ing will be destroyed forever; nine
cases out of ten are caused by catarrh
which is nothing but an inhamed con
dition of the mucus surfaces.
We will give One Hundred Dollars
for any case of deafness (caused by
catarrh) that we can not cure by TAX
ing Halls Catarrh Cure. Send for
circulars free.
pa-Sold by Druggists. Csc.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
The chill Blast

not felt by tho wealthy valetudiuarian indoors,
but not all the covering that can be piled on
his warm bed, nor all the furnace heat that an
thracite can furnish. will warm his marrow
when chills and fever run its icy fingers along
his spinal column. Hostetter's Stomach Bit
tiers is the thing to infuse new warmth into his
chilled and anguish frame. to remedy the fierce
fever and exhaustive sweats which alternate
with the chill Dumb ague. ague cake. bilious
remittent-in short every known form of ma
larial disease is subjugated by this potent. and
at the same time. wholesome and genial medi-
sick headaches. loss of appetite and sleep, kid
ney trouble, rheumatism and debility are also
remedied by it. Use it with persistence to eff
feet thorough cure
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
The Paper to Take.

Do you want good, reliable newsy paper
to read-one that you eau trust becauseit never
misrepresents and gives all the news about
everything and everybody? Do you want
paper that viii give you besides complete en-
Pertaining story every week. large amount of
instructive. educational. scientific and miscel-
laneous reading enjoyable to the old and in
structive to the young? Do you want a clean,
clearly printed paper free from demoralizing
and sensational stories-one that you can adj
init into your household at any time ? Then
subscribe to THE WARRINGTON WEEKLY STAR
and you will have it. Besides the paper at 81
you get two or more premiums without extra
cost. Send for a sample. Address THE
WEEKLY STAR, Washington, D. c.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
Communicated.

On Friday evening January 25th. at Rose
Hill. " the pleasant and hospitable home of Mr..
B. F. Yates and sister,Squi number of
their many friends congregated to spend a
pleasant evening" and assure you not one of
the guests were disappointed, since both
heart and home were thrown open for the en-
jOyment of all. At eleven o'clock 6 handsome
collation. was served. after which the company
passed the remainder of the evening in a most
enjoyable manner. and may add the wee
small hours found them still 10th to leave the
pleasures so much enjoyed. The hour of de-
parture was announced with much regret, and
many fond memories were carried with each
ne We bid adieu to onr esteemed friends with
fervent petition that every blessing may at
tend them in life. VEsTER.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
consumption surely cured

To THE ED1ToR.-Please inform
your readers that have positive
remedy for the above named disease.
By its timely use thousands of hope
less cases have been permanently
cured. l shall he glad to send two
bottles of my remedy FREE to any of
your readers who have consumption
if they will send me their express and
post Office address. Respectfully,
I. A. SLocUM. NJ. c.,
ISL Pearl St. New York.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Hon. Jos. S. Miller, Commissioner
of Internal Revenue, has been spoken
of for Civil Service Commissioner,
but says he would not accept it if
rendered to him.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Mr.. Gibson introduced Bill No.
1919, to make notice of protested notes
mailed to the holder sufficient service
in point of law.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Senator Kenna received the caucus
nomination under the two-third rule,
and balloting has been continued with
out election. Dorr, of Webster coun-
ty, whose vote is necessary to elect,
still refusing to support him.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
MARRIED..

Thursday, january 9th, 1889, at the home
of the groons parents. Rohrersville, by Rev.
NJ. l.. Beard, Mr.. CHAS. G. CIRCUIT, of
Washington county, Md, to Miss MARY l..
BOND, of Harper's Ferry.
On Tuesday evening, January 29th at the
Hotel Hamilton, Hagerstown, by Rev. Henry
Edwards, Mr.. ROBERT HENRY ROGERS, of
Kearneysville, West Va, to Miss SALLIE NJ.
CRAAlER, of Sharpsburg, Md.
In the pnrlor of the Ebbitt House, Washing
ton, d. c., january %, 1889, by the Rev. DR..
Sutherland, Miss LILLE HAAfNIILL. of Kcar-
neysville, w. Va, to Mr.. THOMAS Z. REED,
of Fairfax county, Va.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Capt. j. S. Mcdonald, prominent
Kanawha county Republican, has
been arrested on a capias issued by
the Court in session at Parkersburg,
charged with having purchased the
vote of one Dick Hardwick, of
Charleston.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

In the West Virginia House of Del
egates, last Monday, Mr.. Shelton, a
Democratic delegate, produced a
sworn affidavit to the effect that he
had been offered a bride to vote for
a Republican for United States Sen
ator, and a committee OF investigation
was ordered.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Hon. w. L. Wilson delivered a
tariff speech before the Canton
(ohio) Democratic Club last week.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Senator Gettinger introduced S. B.
No. SO, amending the code in reIa-
ton to licenses and property; also
S. B. No. SO, amending the law as to
lotteries, making it unlawful for any
rattles to be conducted.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Hon. VIM. L. Wilson thinks the
Senate tariff bill will not pass the
House and OUGHT not to.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Luther NJ. Shaffer.of Martinsburg,
has been appointed q. S. Consul at
Port Hope, in Canada.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
DIED.

Near the Old Furnace" in this. county,
January 2Sth Mrs. NANCY BUCKEES, vic
of Mr.. Vim. Buckles, aged 81 years.
at his residence near Harper's Ferry, Janu-
AIRY Is, 1889, Mr. JOHN ROULETTE, agedI 81
years, 10 months and Is days.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Judge VIM. NJ. Merrick, of the Dis
trict of Columbia bench, died in
Washington yesterday afternoon.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Hon. d. B. Lucas ,lectured on
Daniel o'ConnelI at Huntington last
Saturday night.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
Notice.

To Lee Washtngton and Lacy Wash
i,,gton
make notice that ON FRIDAY. FEBRUARY
Il s2ND. 1888. tne undersigned will apply by
motion to the Circuit Court of Jefferson Co..
w. Va, to appoint Trustee in the place OF
Charles Porierfield. who has removed from the
State, in the decd of trust executed by You
dated November 9Th. 1886, and recorded in the
County Court clerks Office Of gaid county In
deed book - r 4" page 37S
JEFFERSON COUNTY BUILDING AssO-
CITATION. NO 6. by Attorney
January %. 15S9-8t. Esprit Fec. e .97.I
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
Notice.

OFFICE or CHARLEsTowH GAS AxDl
WATER COMPANY.
.ITNHE price of Gas has been reduced to 50 %
4 per thousand feet, to take effect from Oct
LIST. 1883.
a discount OF per cent. viii be allowed On
all monthly bills, paid at tie Office AZ the
Treasurer Of the Company, on or before fhe
5th day of each mouth. but not after that date.
DAVID HOWELL, Treasurer.
October 80. 1885
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Crown Prince Rudolph, of Austria,
committed suicide by shooting him
self.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Carr, Dorr and Horr are promi-
nent names at Charleston just now.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
Important to Builders.
T1EE undersigned is giving his sole attention

EfNiE undersigned is giving his sole attention
Il to the
LUMBER BUSINESS,
at Roadside. Rockingham County, Virginia,
and has facilities for filling orders of any cx-
tent and great variety. He commands forests
of growing timber OF the very best quality. aud
milling capacity to meet the most cStravagant
demands of this section. Orders for Lumber for
Building Purposes,
cut in size and length to meet the demands of
Builders Others. filled promptly upon terms
with which no other person in the Valley of
Virginia can compete successfully.
The subscriber has in former years suppiied
very many persons in this section with Lumber.
and in returning. thanks for pnst patronage. and
| in soliciting the orders Of old customers and
new. promises u careful personal supervision,
so that orders may lie satisfactorily filed Ad-
dress. -Dr S. T. IL NJ I.l.IsiS
Rundsitc.
4
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
For Sic.

HOUSE AND LOT in the town Of Charles
"a Town. House contains fOnr rooms: lot
J91l50 feet. with come good Fruit Trees
at the SPIRTT OFFICE
January 8, 1889 If.
WTARNER'S Kidney Cure, Warmers Rhcu
w matte Safe Cure. Sold nv
January 10. 1883. G. T. LIGHT
GURRANTS, Raisins and Cftron. at
~ Dec. IL, 1883. MERCHANTS
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Late last night the Legislature in
joint assembly reached vote on the
amended resolution of Mr.. Flournoy
to the effect that the Speaker of the
House proceed to open the returns of
election for Governor, held November
6, which shall, without being entered
on the journal of either house, be re-
ferred to the joint committee provid-
ed for by law relating to contests for
office of Governor. This was passed
by strictly party vote, the Democats
having one majority in the joint as
sembly. After the adoption of the
resolution the Speaker opened the
count, and had reached CabelI coun-
ty when motion to take a recess I'M
til ten O'Clock to-day prevailed. At
the hour named the count will be re-
sumed.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Six hundred men are now engaged
in the construction of the Martins
burg and Winchester Railroad
About fourteen miles of the road are
graded and completed, and the work
of ballasting has been commenced at
Aartinsburg. Ii is stated that the
whole line between Winchester and
Martinsburg will be in operation by
the middle of next July.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05
Lost,

ON Friday, December 2sth, between myres-
" idence and Mr.. Geo. w. Engle's gate. a
FUR COMFORT for the neck. will literally.
reward the fnder for its return TO me.
January y. 1859. G. F. MASON
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

TUESDAY MORNING. FEBRUARY 5, 1889.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

Col. Chew has introduced in the
House of Delegates a measure to reg
uIate railway freight and passenger
fares in the State. 1t provides for
the appointment of commissioners
who will examine and pass upon
cases of unjust discrimination. Also
H. B. No. so, to establish a board of
immigration a nd development, and
appropriating money therefor.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

The President sent message to
Congress announcing that Prince Bis
marck has annulled the action of the
German consul in Samoa in proclaim
ing martial law against foreigners,
and has instructed him to withdraw
his demand for political control of the
islands. Prince Bismarck action is
interpreted in Washington as an i'm
portant concession to this country.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1889-02-05

oaAalEsPowr, JEFrERsoa OOUNTT. W. Va.