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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

10 reply to the demands of the farming
constituents that something be done to
make the burden of taxation more equal,
and to relieve them from the unjust load
they have to bear, the Republican repre-
sentatives from Kansas, without exception,
say they will vote tn increase the pension
list and to reduce the duty on sugar-a
product of southern farmers. No reduction
in the tax on fuel, clothing, salt, lumber,
ise1, tin, lead, glass medicine, or any other
OF the necessities of life,o on vessels which
transport such articles. Oh, no ! That
would reduce the profits of protected man
ufacturers, who would, in consequence, re-
fuse to be ''frieG for fat with which TO
carry the next election. But the pension
list, which now, a quarter of century af-
ter the close of the war, contains nearly q
million of names, costing hundreds of mil
lions of dollars must be increased. And
such is the craftsmanship of tho modern
Republican party.-Alerandria Gazette.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

was that thehandwriting on the wall of the
Carnegie banquet would presage the OVER
throw of system of extortion and robbery
more wicked in the sight of God and man
than all the sins Of Babylon when her robes
were scarlet with iniquity: The remedies
to be applied were; First, tariff reform; SEQ
ond, a full supply of legal tender money;
third, the free coinage of silver; fourth, the
suppression by law Of gambling in futures;
fifth, liberal policy of pensions. Summing
up, he said: ''In the face of these things,
(referring to the substituting of the press,
the purchasing of votes in blocks Of f1ve,'
official patronage, etc., and with a full
knowledge of what is before us, We will
grid up our loins like men and go forward
to the fight. The battle may be long and
weary, but the sun will go down on great
and final victory Of the eternal right over
legalixed wrong, of freedom and equality
over caste. Hail, mighty day of the swift
coming future!
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26


GERMAN AFFAIRs.-The Emperor has
formally accepted Prince B:smarck's resIg-
nation. In accepting Prince Bismarck's
resignation the Emperor in his letter de-
clared his love and gratitude for Prince
Bismarck. The Emperor William has ap-
pointed Bismarck Dlke of Lauenburg and
Colonel General of cavalry; the Emperor
has also appointed Count Herbert Bismarck
ad interim Minister of Foreign Affairs and
General Won Caprivi Chancellor and Presi-
dent of the Prussian Ministry. The Empe-
ror Thursday had a conference with Mr..
Simon on the neutrality of Alsace Lorraine.
He said it was never too early to discuss
q lestion that concerntd the friendly rela-
tions existing between Germany and
France
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

institute Barracks was draped in black and

Institute Barracks was draped in black and
the flag hung at half mast. Eight
cadets were the active pail bearers, and
the corps under Major Duncan, Com
mandant, appeared without arms. Among
the honorary pail bearers were, Ex-Gov.
Lee, Col. Pendleton, and General Elliott,
OF the first graduating class; General Nc
Donald, Ait General; Mr.. W. A. Glas-
gov, General G. W. G. Lee. and Professor
J. White, of W. 6 L. University, Mr..
William White and others. The cadet
corps followed next, and then the faculties
of the V. N. l. and W. & L. University,
the Society of Alumni, and long process
sion of people. The interment was in the
Lexington cemetery.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
sale of
~ Valuable Rea. Estate
IN AUGUSTA COUNTY.


Pursuant to a decree of the Circuit Court for
Augusta county, in the cause of Osborne VI.
Snapp, we will sell al public auction, in front
of the court house, IN Stsuntou, on
MONDAY, APRIL 18th. 1890.
That very valuable farm. situated few miles
north of StaunJon, on which Cyrus H. Snapp
resides C 1ntaining abouo 464 ACRES, FOODS
and 81 POLES.
This is one of the most fertile farms in that
section, we'll watered and timbered, in a good
state of cultivation. with good Dwelling House
and Improvements. Seldom a better opportu-
nifty is offered to the public to purchase very
valuable farm.
TERMS Cash in hand to pay costs Of suit
and expenses of sale, and the residue on a
credit of one, two and three years, payable in
equal instalnnents. the purchaser giving bonds
for the said deferred instalments with approv-
ed personal security, bearing interest and
waving the homestead exemption, and the IT,
tie retained as ultimate security.
JAS. BUMGARDNER, JR.,
VIM. PATRICK,
Com missioners.
IL. N, Ryan, Clerk of the Circuit Court Of
Augusta county, certify that the bond re-
Quired of william Patrick, Com missioner ap-
pointed in the foregoing cause, has been exc
cuted according to law. Given under my hand
NRYAN,
mar 26-tds Clerk.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
Defeat of the Blair Bill.

The vote on the Blair Bill was taken in
the Senate on last Thursday, March goth,
when it was defeated by the following
vote -
Observation-Disclosures. Allen, ALI
son, Chandler, Cullom, Dawes, Dolph, Ed
munds, Evarts, Higgins, Hoar, Mcmillan,
Henderson, Mitchell, Moody, Morrill,,
Pettigrew, Platt, Squire. Stanford, Stewart,
Stockbridge, Teller, Wilson, of Iowa.
emocrats-Messrs. Barbour, Colquitt,
Daniel, George, Hampton, Hearst, Pasco,
Pugh-31.
Nays - Republicans - Messrs Aldrieh,
Blair, Davis, Dixon, Farwell, Frye. Hale,
Hawley, Hiscock, ingalls,, Jones of Nevada,
Pierce, Plumb, Sawyer, Sherman, Spooner,
Walcott. Democrats Messrs. Bate, Berry,
Blackburn, Blodgett, Cockrell, Coke
Faulkner, German, Gray, Harris, Jones of
Arkansas, Kenna, Morgan, Payne, Reagan,
Turpie, Vest, Voorhees,, Nalthall, Wilson,
of Maryland-37.
The following pairs were announced:
Messrs. Butler, Vance, Paddock, Casey,
Gibbons, Brown and Call, (who were for
the bill,) with Messrs. Quay, Mcpherson,
Eustis, Ransom, Washburn, Beck and
Cameron (who were against it).
Mr.. Blair made a motion to reconsider
the vote, which motion was entered, and
then the Senate proceeded to the con-
sideration Of executive business.
Blair changed his vote when be saw that
it would be defeated 80 that he would vote
with the majority and be enabled to move
a reconsideration. If he had voted in the
affirmative, the majority against the bill
would have been instead of 6.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
Emperor Williams Manly Letter Accept
ing Bismarck's Resignation.

The following is the text of the manly
letter of the Emperor of Germany accept
ing the resignation of Chancellor Bismarck:
''MY DEAR PRINCE-It is with deep
emotion learn from your request of March
18 that you are determined to retire from
the Office filed by you for SO many years
with such Incompatible results. l had
hoped that during the lifetime of either of
us should not have to face the eventuality
of our separation. If 1 am now, while
thoroughly conscious of the far reaching
importance of your retirement, compelled
to face this eventuality, I do SO with a
heavy heart. but with the conviction that
my granting your request will contribute
to the preservation and conservation of
your life and strength, which are both of
priceless value to our Fatherland.
''Tbe reasons you give me for your deci
sion prove to me that further attempts to
induce you to withdraw your request are
useless. therefore grant, in all kindness,
your wishes, and accordingly relieve you of
your offices as Chancellor, President of the
Ministry and Minister of Foreign Aff,irs,
with a firm conviction that your advice and
great abilities, your fidelity and self sacrifice
will in the future as in the past be available
for me and for FatherlauG.
81 have always considered it one of the
most fortunate circumstances of my life
that when began to reign you were at my
side as Chief Councillor. What yon have
accomplished and achieved for Prussia and
Germany THAT you have been to my house,
to my predecessors, to me, will be cherish
ed as precious memory by me and by the
German people forever. But in other coua.
tries than ours, your wise aud fruitful pol
icy Of peace, which intend from the fullest
conviction to maintain for the future as the
guiding star of my policy, will be remem
bered with glorious appreciation.
"To reqnits your service at it's value is
beyond my power. I must content myself
by assuring you of the everlasting graft.
tude of Vaterlaud aud myself. As an evil
dence of this sentiment create you Duke
of Lauenburg aud shall present You, fur
thermore, with a life sizs portrait of my
self.
"God bless you, my beloved Princerand
grant you many long years of untroubled
existence, cheered by the Consciousness of
duty nobly done.
"With this conviction I shall remain for
future, also. your faithfully devoted and
grateful treu rerbundener dankborer Kaiser
and Koenig, civilian.
ssBerlin, March 20, 1902
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

MARRIED THREE SIsTERs.-The Hon.
Alfred Harrington, member of the Geor-
gia Legislature from Emmanuel county,
and leading democrat has broken the
matrimonial record in that State by marry
ing three sisters. While his first wife was
living he had contributed toward the edu
cation of his sister-in-law. then a young
girl. Then in time he married the second
sister-the one he had educated. The sec
ond vife's place in school WIS taken by
third sister. It was Mr.. Harrington 8 pride
that tho children should grow up cultured
and refined, and he spared no expense in
giving the third sister-as he had given
the second tho best of educations. Now
he has married the third sister.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

To the Voters of the City of stanton
Respectfully announce myself candidate
for re- election to the office of MAYOR OF YOU
city. ALEX. ii. FJLTz
mar % tide
Iaunouncc myself candid late for the MAY
Orally of the city of Stauntou, and respect
fully solicit the votes of my fellow citizens,
promising faithful discharge OF us dqYes;
mar l9-tde*-cpc w. ID. ID. L. Mn
To the Voters of Staunton ::
1 respectfully announce myself candidate
for reelection as CITY SERGEANT, aud solicit
your votes.
feb % tide
To the Voters of the City of staunton
respecSfully announce myself candidate
for the once of CITY SERGEANT, and solicit
your votes:
mar Side THos. A. DAWSON.
70 the Voters of the City of Staunton:
I hereby announce myself a candidate for
CITY 3ERGEANT-a positt ~ held for twelve
spectfully solicit the support OF my friends es-
ptcially and the voters generally.
mar l2-tds+ ". D. RUNNELs.
A Call
II Richard 9. Ker will announce himself as
candidate for the Office of Com -nOnwsslth's AT
torney for the city OF stanton he will be sup
ported by MANY VOTERS.
mar 26-lts
Having been informed by Mr.. A. g. Braxton
office of monwealth's Attorney of the city,
respectfully announce myself a candidate for
that office at the May election. subject to the
action of the Democratic party and somise, If
of its duties to the best of my ability.
staunton. Va, Jan. 10, 80. A. C. Go1ne>s.
res pectfn'fy announes uyseI esutitate
for ConmoDVesish's Attorney nf she CITY oil
stanton ne coming Nay slec = y
ian 9z--tds-- in ana y.r copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

WHY REPUBLICAN SENATORS VOTED
AGAINST THE BLAIR BILL THE Rich.
Times says the Republican Senator'S ''can
neither plead regard for State sovereignty,
nor respect for the organic Law of the Re-
public as their excuse for killing meas
ure which for the past two Congresses they
have hypocriticatly pretended to favor, and
the only reason for their action is that they
imagined that if the bill became law, the
South might possibly derive some benefit
from it. This is fact to which the atten-
ton of those respectable Virginians, who
have heretofore been induced to vote the
Republican ticket on account of the Blair
bill, is respectfully invited"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
A Negroes Fatal Bite.
HIS TEETH IN THE FINGER OF MAN WHO
DIES OF HYDROPHOBIA.

HIS TEETH IN THE FINGER OF MAN WHO
DIES OF HYDROPHOBIA.
BIRMINGHAM, ALA, March 17th.-In
Clay county last night, Oscar Hill, farm
er, died of hydrophobia. His death was
the result Of bite on the finger by ne
gro. Several weeks ago Hill had fight
with negro farm hand named Henry d.
Wis. The negro bit one of his fingers to the
bone, inficting an ugly wound. The fing-
er became much swollen and inflamed, and
finally had to be amputated. Then the
swelling continued up the arm, and finally
that was cut off near the shoulder.
Several days ago symptoms of hydropho.
bia developed, and Hill rapidly grew worse
until he died. The attending physician
pronounced 1t case Of hydrophobia. The
negro Davis was what is known as "blue
gum negro" his gums being blue in color,
and there is general belief that the bite
of such negroes is always fatal. Physicians
say that this color of the gums is caused by
bad blood, and that in such cases bite
would be poisonous aud probably fatal.
Davis is under arrest, charged with muir
dor
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

A five-foot vein of nut coal was found re-
Gently in Pendleton co lnty, West Virginia,
eight miles north of Circleville. This mine
is near the route of Pittsburg & Virginia
railroad, and will be fully developed BY it.
The specimens from this veio have been
fully tested, and they prove to be coal of
the very best quality. If this vein contin-
ues as prospects now indicate. it will be a
fortune to the man who owns it.-Htghtand
Recorder,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
3 ware Of 0intments for Catarrt that
Cnntajn MarfpPY

as mercury will surely destroy the sense OF
smell and completely derange the whole
system when entering through the mucous
surfaces. Such articles should never be
used except on prescriptions from reputa-
BILE physicians, as the damage they will do
is ten-fold to the good you Can possibly de-
rive from them. Hall's Catsrrh Cure, man
ufactured by F. ]. Cheney & Co., Toledo,
Ohio, contains no mercury, and lie taken
internally, and acts directly upon the blood
and mucous surfaces of the system. Ia
buying Halls Catarrh be sure you get the
genuine. II is taken internally, aud made
in Toledo, Ohio, by F. ]. Cheney & Co.
Sold by Druggists. price 75c per bottle.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

AFRAID HARRISON WILL SHOOT ANoTH-
Err Hoe The Norfolk Landmark says cit
is stated that when it was announced that
the President was going hunting at Benjie's
Point, the other day, the people drove all
their pigs in and shut them up in close
mans -
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
Til at Taprihla CnuOh

In the morning, hurried or difficult breath
ing, raising phlegm, tightness in the chest.
quickened pulse, chilliness in the evening
or sweats at night, all or any of these things
are the first stages of consumption. Dr.
Acker's English Cough Remedy sciu cure
these fearful symptoms, and is sold under
a positive guarantee By Philis T. Allen,
Staunton, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
lnr Very Rest Paanla

Confirm our statement when we say that
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way superior to any and all other prepare
tions for the throat and lungs. In whooping
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Remember, this remedy is sold under a
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Allen. Staunton Va,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
The Farmers.

The Norfolk Landmark says the farmers
are suffering from changed conditions to
which they have not become adjusted
Progress is what has thrown farming cut o
joint. Invention and discoyery-the rapid
development of other industries where
farming once was prosperous. has created
conditions which are new to the man who
has al ways lived on his own land and made
enough to satisfy the simple wants of his
family, with little to spare. 1t is often
the increase of our needs-the desire for
more expensive and luxurious things which
destroys the profit and consumes the prin
cipal, rather than failure to produce rea
necessaries Imaginary wants are what
make empty purses and often what i'm
poverish the farmer. The Post reflects
thus:-
The interviews really disclose little or
nothing that was not we'll enough known
before, and the great question remains un-
answered. WHY is it that the farmer has
no capitalP Why is he unable to accumu
late? Why is be at the mercy of influences
that constantly keep his nose to the grind
stone?
The fact that large majority of the farm
ing population are poor simply goes to show
that their business doesn't pay. They don't
make anything on what they raise, and as
a consequence, they are chained to species
of servitude from which there seems to be
no hope of release save through radical
change of conditions.
Whether they are the victims of discrimi-
mating legislation, of over-production, Of
over-taxation, of usurious interest, OF want
of proper markets and shipping facilities,
are problems that should engage the earn-
est attention of Congress Farmers there
must be, for without farm products the
country would starve. Is it not within the
range of American statesmen to diagnose
the truth, and to find a remedy for the dis
advantages under which they labore The
farmers themselves dou't seem to know
what's the matter. Let statesmen take the
case and see what they can do with it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
New York Times, Ind: With pledges to

New York Times, Ind: With pledges to
a lofty ideal of nom bipartisan administration
on his lips, he has prostituted the power of
appointment to erect Harrison machine
and to provide places for the Harrison fam
lily. If he thinks that the American people
like that sort of thing, he must, as an emf
nent Republican Senator is reported to have
said of him. ''toe in mentally as well as
nhYsicallY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
Gov. McKtNNEY's SrAFF.-On last ss

Gov. McKtNNEY's STAFF.-On last Sat-
urday Gov. Mckinney appointed the follow
ing gentlemen members of his military
staff, with rank of brsvet colonel Ut cavalry:
Meade Haskins, W. Miles Cary, and L.
W. T. Marye, of Richmond; Charles NJ
Walker, of Farmville; Robert Catlett, of
Lexington; W. T. Atkins, of Mecklenburg;
G. Fenton Day, of Smitbfisld.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHES IN RICHMOND.
years ago there we're only four Presbyterian
churches in Richmond. With the organi-
cation of the Old Market Hall church last
Sunday night there are now seven, includ-
ing the Westminster church half mile
west Of the city limits
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

Miss EMMA HOWARD WIaHT's DOG
"HARRY" TAKES SECOND PRIzE.-In the
dog show at. Baltimore Miss Emma
Howard Wight's dog "Harry," in the
miscellaneous class, took the second prize.
In speaking of this dog, the Baltimore Sun
says -
"The Blenhaim shepherd dog, Harry,
3O8, is little beauty, and greatly admired
by the ladies. He is said to be the only
one of the breed in this country
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

One day last week flock of wild geese
alighted IN the field of Mr.. ]. Fl. Biscoe, in
Spotsylvanis county, who succeeded in
crawling within shotgun range Of them,
aud firing, he killed three fac ones at one
shot
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

Senator Blair is reported to have said that
the defeat of the Blair Bill would result in
the destruction of the Republican party. If
so, it would be an illustration of the fact
that ofreu Providence, s'cut of seeming
evil, educes good" aud Blair may congrat-
ulate himself on the fact that he would be
entitled to the gratitude of his country, as
he was instrumental is causing its defeat
by talking it to death.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

EPISCOPAL CHURCH IN CovINaToN.-An
Episcopal Church is to be erected in Gov
ington, Allegheny county, Va. Ths Ale
ghsny Sentinel says
''The site chosen is on lot purchased
from Mr.. R. L. Parrish, on Depot avenue,
adj lining Mr.. J. A. McCluug's residence.
1t rs to be flushed by August 10Th. and,
when completed, will cost about So 500.
Mr.. j. B Long has secured the contract for
the wood work.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

mediately relieved
by the use of this
wonderful remedy.
1t strengthens the
vocal organs, allays
irritation, and pre-
vents the inroads of
Consumption; in
every stage of that
DIRE ad dis e ase,
Ayers Cherry Pee
toral relieves cough
ing and induces
rafreshinp rest
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
Dr. Aeker,s English Pill.

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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

The Grand Army of the Republic Mon
day bought tract of land comprising the
Cedar Creek battle ground, fifteen miles
south of winchester, and near Strasburg.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

The defeat of the Blair bill in the United
States senate Thursday is another instance
to prove that good measure may be talk
ed to death. We are glad, however, that
our two Johus in the senate both spoke and
voted for it.-Inder Appeal.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
R1.A1n p1sArro1NrEp AND MoRrlr1Ep.

BLAIR DISAPPOINTED AND MORTIFIED
The Washington. correspondent of the
Alex. Gazette says that sen itor Blair is
sorely discounted by the defeat of the bill
that he vaiuly hoped would send his name
resounding through succeeding ages. He
says he was deceived aud stricken down
in thebouse of those he supposed we're his
friends.''
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

Elk Gov. Holiday, who is again travelling
around the globe, recently had an attack
of la grippe at Auckland, New Zealand.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26

Those who wish to have Horse Bills printed
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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
No Not Suffer ANY Logger.

Knowing that cough can be S.ecked ia
q day, and the first stages of consum ption
broken in week, we hereby guarantee DR..
Acker's English Cough Remedy, and will
refund the money to all who buy, take it as
per directions, and do not fud our state
ments correct. For sale by Philip T. Al.
len, Staunton, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
"Like Magic, .

THE effect produced by Ayers Cherry
PectoraL. Colds, Coughs, Group,
and Sore Throat are, in most cases, i'm
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
THE AUGUSTA COUNTY HGDGa 60,

j. W. TODD, President and Director.
NJ f. GILkE5ON, Vioe-Pres. and Director.
j. N. MCFARLAND. Sec'y and Treas'r
II. A. 8. HAMILTON, Director
STEWART BOWLING, Director.
Under the charter granted by His Honor,
Judge Mclaughlin, on December 18th, are now
prepared TO contract with the farmers of Au.
gusta county to plant and flush Hedge on the
plans of The Shenandoah Valley Hedge and
Wire fences aA- This is the CHEAPEST, BEST
AND HANDSOMEST FENCE farmer can
have. Nd. kANGSBURYi
ian l. Manager.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1890-03-26
Ayers Cherry Peetoral,
PREPARED By

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Price 81 six bottles, IS. Worth IS bottle.