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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17
Long Chase of a Thief.

dispatch from New York dated the 4th
gives the following account of a remarkable
pursuit of a thief and his final capture in Hon
duras:
Herald special from Tegncigalpa Spanish
Honduras. says: Edmund Sturgis Crawford has
been arrested at Santa Barbara for the theft of
package containing $H 900 in transit from the
American Exchange National Bank in New
York to the Adams Express Company's office.
The package was addressed to the United
States Treasurer at Washington. large por-
ton of the money was found in Crawford's pos
session. The robbery was committed in New
York, May 4, 1885, Crawford has confessed, and
duplicates two others. The Herald says the ex-
press company has spent $25, 600 in tracing Craw-
ford. He was messenger in the bank when he
committed the theft. Pinkerton says Craw-
ford's confession duplicates some fast New
Workers. Crawford was living as a planter in
Honduras, and passed for man of wealth.
Washington. Cashier Burns of the American
Exchange National Bank, at the northeast cor
ner of Cedar street and broadway, New York
had on Friday, May 4, 1888 supervised the tying
up OF $4,000 in greenhackS of S., $40, $50 and
500 denominations to be delivered to Adams
Express Company for transmission to the Treas
ury at Washington for redemption.
Five splashes OF red sealing wax, impressed
with the banks seal, covered as many Knots Of
From the American Exchange Bank, New
York. to the United States Treasury, Washing
ton, ID. Co., was then pasted on top and the
package was ready for delivery.
The two most trusted messengers of the bank,
crawford and EARLY by name, were detailed to
deliver the package to the express company.
They did so, presumably in each others compa-
ny, turning the good sized bundle over to Mr..
j. T. Young. at No. SO Broadway, whose special
duty it was to receive and receipt for such val
uables. The express company's receipt was
returned to the bank, the package was put into
portable safe and that night was sent to
Washington, guarded by Adams Express mes
sengers.
United States Treasurer James w. Hyatt,
throqgh an employer named Rogers, received
hut would not receipt for the package, as it was
dlstrustful to the experienced eye. futting it
to one side the Adams Express agent at the
treasury Department. Mr.. Blanchard, was sum-
moned, Inc package when opened in his pres
ence, was round to contain nothing but slips of
wrapping paper, such as is used by butch
ers. neatly cut in the size of bank notes.
There was no end of consultation between the
government, bank and express officials, in
which Inspector Byrnes and Pinkerton's Detec
tive Agency played prominent and mysterious
pafJs NO information was vouchsafed to the
press. ana arter few months the incident was
seemingly forgotten. Adams Express Company
quletly paid over the $4,000 to the bank and
Went ABOUT IT'S big bushes as il it had forgotten
al aDoug tne loss and suspected no one.
Eumund ). Crawford, now caught red-handed,
nearly two years afterward in foreign land,
plantation.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17
Commissioners Sale Of
SUMMERDEAu LAND.

hURSUANr to decree of the Circuit Court of
4 Augusta county, entered June 5th, 1882 in
the chancery suit of Argenbright VS.. Kerr's Ad-
mlnlstrator and ais, we will, as Commissioners
therein appointed, proceed to sell at public auc-
ton to the highest bidder on
Saturday, M0N 10Th, 1890,
in front of the Court hose of Augusta county the
two following described tracts Of land: one com
tanning 553 acres, known as Lot No. s. and the
other tract containing 80 acres, known as Lot No
z, IN the partition of the estate of VIM. Kerr,
decd. which were conveyed by deed from VIM
y. Crawford and wife and VIM. Ialley to David
F. Clemmer, dated October 9th, 1879 This is a
part of the land belonging to the estate OF VIM.
Kerr, decd, situated at Summerdean, Augusta
county, Va
TERMS Enough cash in hand to pay the costs
under the amended and supplemental Bill in
said case and of the sale. and the residue upon
credits OF one, two. and three years, in equal in
stalments, for which the purchasers will execute
ponds, With approved personal security, bearing
interest from the day of sale, and the title will
be retained as ultimate security
GEORGE M. COCHRAN, JR..
w. E. CRAIG.
Commissioners.
do certify that W. E. Craig, one OF the afore-
said commissioners, has executed and filed be-
fore me i'll my Office the bond required by the
foregoing decree of June 5th, 1885, entered i'm the
chancery suit of Argenbright VS.. kerr's Admir-
and ais. J. ~ RYAN
apr10-t IDS CLERK
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17
A Tremendous Sensat,on.

The burning of the Mississippi River
Steamboat causes considerable excite
ment in New Orleans, just think of the
establishment which Dr. Lees Liver Reg
ulator has caused by curing Dyspepsia,
Billiousness, Indigestion and Consump-
ton, don't fail to try it. Trial bottles
free.
When people suffer pain they want to
be cured and quickly too, nothing equ-
ais Red Flag Oil for all pain. Price 25
cents, AT P. T. Aliens drugstore.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17
Confirmed.

The favorable impression produced on
the first appearance of the agreeable
liquid fruit remedy Syrup of Figs few
years ago has been more than confirmed
by the pleasant experience of all who
have used it, and the success of the pre-.
prietors and manufacturers OF the Cali
fornia Fig Syrup Company.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17
Commissioners Sale OF
Real Estate
IN AUGUSTA COUNTY
IN AUGJJ


PURSUANT to a decree of the Circuit Court
Il for Augusta county, in the cause of Os-
Dorne VS. Snapp, we will sell at public auction,
i'll front of the court house in Staunson, on
Monday, april 2StA, 1890,
that very valuable farm. situated a few miles
north OF Staunton, on which Cyrus H. Snapp re-
Sides containing about 1854 acres, 8 roods ana 81
poles.
This is one of the most fertile farms in that
section, well watered and tinlbered, in a good
state OF cultivation with good Dwelling House
and improvements. Seldom better opportll-
nifty is offered to the public to purchase a very
valuable farm.
TERMs:-Cash in hand to pay costs of suit and
expenses OF sale, and the residue on credit of
one, Two ana three years, payable in equal in
sta!ments, the purchaser giving bonds for the
SAID deferred instruments, with approved per-
sonal security, bearing interest and wafving the
homestead exemption, and the title retained as
ultimate security.
JAS BUMGARDNER, JR
WM. PATRICK,
Commissioners.
1, - N. Ryan, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Au-
glsta county, certify that the bond required of
William Patrick, Commissioner appointed in the
foregoing cause, has been executed according
to law. Given under my hand this 18th day oil
February, 1890.
maf21-tds ]. N. RYAN, Clerk. Z
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17
Wnke Up.

If you wake up in the
morning with a bitter or
bad taste in your mouth,
Languor, Dull Headache,
Dependency, Constipa-
ton, take Simmons Liver
Regulator. 1t corrects
the bilious stom ach,
sweetens the breath and
cleanses the furred tongue.
Children as we'll as adults
sometimes eat something
that does not digest well,
producing Sour Stomach,
Heartburn, Restlessness,
or Sleeplessness "a good
dose Of Regulator will
give relieI. 20 pefIectly
harmless is this remedy
that it can be taken by
the youngest infant or
the most delicate person
without injury, no matter
what the condition Of the
system may be. It can
do no harm if it does no
good, but its reputation
for 40 years proves it
never fails in doing good,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17
A Yankee Sheriff Frightened

A we'll known sheriff who lives in
Maine, had been given up to die with
what his Physician called Consump-
ton, a friend advised the sheriff to try
Puritan Cough and Consumption Cure,
recovery soon followed, much to the sur
prise Of the Doctor, who now prescribes
it for Coughs, Colds and Consumption.
Price 25 cents at P. T. Aliens drug store
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17

VALUABLE FARM FOR SALE-I offer for
sale privately my farm, situated az miles
northwest of Staunton and one mile from
Spring Hill, containing BAT ACRES, of which
about - acres are in heavy original growth tim
Der and 2O0 acres in grass, including 3 watered
meadows This farm has upon it or springs
OF never falling water, aud live water in every
neld The buildings consist of a BRICK RESI-
DENCE, barn, stable, carriage house, corn crib
slo tenant houses, and all necessary out-build-
ings. There are two bearing orchards. The soil
is heavy clay and very productive; natural blne
grass land, and is noted for being a superior
stock farm This place has been Keeping upon
IL 5O head of cattle, Is to 20 head of horses and
Ivy sheep, besides producing ZOO bushels of corn
6O0 to SUI bushels of wheat, and 100 tons of hay
me farm is susceptible of division and will be
sold as whole or divided. The title is perfect
For further particulars, address or cali on Ell
ther OF my sons, M. B. HAMRICK, II West Fred
erlck Street, Staunton, or U. L. HAMRICK, Long
Glade, who resides upon the premises
aug29-tf MRS. r. B. HAMRICK
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17
LAND SALES.

DOR RENT-A comfortable residence, con-
- tanning or rooms with bath room ON
Cnurch street, adjoining Methodist Parsonage
delightful portion of the city Possession
gwen April list. For particulars apply to
marco VIM WHOTEY
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17
FARM FOR SALE.
ACRES

i WISH TO SELL MY FARM, sGALENA,r
lying on the Churchville road, four miles
west of StauntOn containing
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17
CARPET DEPARTMENT.
V.ALU ABLE
Real Estate
FOR SALE.

l wish to call attention to the fact
that l have for sale a fine tract OF
Iron Ore land, situated immediately
on the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad.
This ore is said to be of the finest
quality. Samples will be shown in
my Office in a few days.
I also have for sale a fine tract
of timber land, and besides the tim
Der, the land possesses many other
great values-Iron Ore, Valuable
Waters, &c. This is also on the
railroad.
This week I will offer big values in
Iron Gate and Buena Vista lots, as
well as other valuable property.
All communications relating to
these properties will receive prompt
attention.
Persons desiring to sell property OF
any kind, will be glad to handle it
for them on easy terms.
J.J. Shirley, Ag't,
Real Estate and Insurance,
Stanton, Va.
OFF1cE:-Over the City Postofice.
marco
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17

SHILoH's COUGH and Consumption
Cure is sold by us on guarantee. 1t
cures Consumption. w. NJ. Allen, success
sor to Child & Shelton
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17

The salary of the city sergeant of
Buena Vista has been fixed at $40 per
month.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17

WILL YOU SUFFER with Dyspepsia and
Liver Complaint? Shiloh's Vitalizer is
guaranteed to cure you. w. M. Allen,
successor to Child Il Shelton.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17

This farm is in good state of cultivation: well
set in timothy and blue grass The land is first
class; good buildings of all kinds a good orch
ard etc. There is Postofffce in the house with
a daily mail. will sell bargain as [ wish to
change my business. For further information
call or address me at Galana Va
lang TT SHIIRy
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17

INO. w. STOUT
u ATTORNEY-AT-LAW
ONCE in Stout Law Building, Court House Alley,
5-2s STAUNTcN, VA.
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VOL. XIV.
PROFESSIONAL CARDS.

II NJ. QUARLES,
- ATTORNEY-AT-LAW,
jun27, soft. STAUNTON, VA.
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EDWARD ECHOLs.
NJ. L. WALTON,
MING DHnE1

Commissioners
/, Joseph N Ryan, Clerk Of the Cly,uit Court Of
Augusta county, DO certify that Edward Echos
OF one e OF the commissioners whose name is signed
required by decree of sale in above mentionad
April, 1890. I NJ IN Nc Wy VI
apr10-tds " ~ w. ~,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17

r. FORGE S. LIGHTNER.
W ATTORNEY AT-LAW,
CoBRr HOUSE SQUARE, STAUNTON VA
C0urts:-County and Circuit Courts of Augusta
Hustings Court OF the City of Staunton, u. s.,
Court at Harrisonburg, and Supreme Court O
app ais at Staunton.
hetercnccs:-Isaac Witt, VIM. F. Summerson,
Staunton, Va; H. G. Dudley, Esq, Baltimore,
Md. j. b Seth. Easton Md. sep27
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KTNHOS. c. KINNEY,
l. sATTORNEY-AT-LAW
% South Augusta Street Room No. 3, up stairs,
nov2S-ly STAUNTON. VA.
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Wholesale Grocers.

We sell only to merchants and solicit a share
of their patronage, promising to sell them as
cheap as any competitors mart
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1890-04-17

nR. w. A. FRANK,
IL VETINARY SURG EON,
Treats all diseases of domesticated animals.
Strict attention given to all calls by letter or tel
egram day or night. Charges reasonable and
satisfaction guaranteed. The patronage of the
public is solicited win also practice in Augusta
county.
ONCE at Tate Sterrett's Livery Stable, Lexing-
Ton, Va T. y. boX. lOi, Lock. iune20
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-09
Tea Making.

In preparing tea, the water to be used
should never be poured directly from the
kitchen kettle into the urn. 1t should be
cold, fresh water, brought absolutely to
the boiling point. The tea used will, of
course, differ according to taste, but none is
better for the purpose than tho best
English breakfast. The leaves must be
placed in the pot in the proportion of a
heaping teaspoonful to each person. Upon
these leaves pour small quantity of boil
ing water; never use all of the latter needed
at once, as a sudden rush will certainly
''drown" the tea
Now pull the cozy over the teapot and
allow the contents to draw a few moments,
when you will have the best infusion pos
sible; repeat this process as many times as
needed; after using the first potful and
filing once more with boiling water the
tea loses it's strength and flavor. Boiled
tea is hurtful and breakfast tea should
never be stepped upon the stove. It will
not often be necessary to strain where
these directions are followed, but the sud-
den addition of water floats the leaves,
which do not again settle.-Exchange
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-09
Pins and Needles,

Two ladies of Lewiston, Me-, take six
mile walks before breakfast for their
health.
Water solutions are difficult to mix with
vaseline, but it is said this difficulty can be
overcome by means of little castor OIL
Can American genius invent pot for
boiling cabbage without perfuming the
neighborhood?
Another admirable stimulant for ex-
haustion is mixture of five drops of chlo-
roform with a teaspoonful of red lavender
in glass of water.
The official directory of the New York
Central shows that of the 2O6 station agents
on the road twenty-six are women.
A turtle teapot made of blue and white
Dwarf ware, its upturned head and neck
serving for the spout, is imported from ia
pan and costs 81.
Boiling water should not be poured on
tea trays, japanned goods, etc., as it will
make the varnish crack and peel off
The magnificent and wonderful frosting
with which the caterers art covers. the
wedding cake is now removable before
the cake is cut, so that it may be used
again and again.
Sponging the face with water containing
few drops of carbolic acid will drive away
flies and other insect pests.
Although a man marry but once he al
ways has as many wives as children. Every
child brings his wife a new mood. Have
you three children you have four wives
A novel lace pin representing the four
faces, or different phases of the moon is
very pretty. The faces are enameled on
rolled gold and vary in color.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-09
GA GROWL."

Mr.. EDITOR: Although my taxes are small,
yet they are as burdensome to me as if paid
much more. And as a taxpayer feel that
have right to criticise those extravagances
that are factors in the creation of high taxes. I
have in my mind the county hospital. No
sooner does the impecunious citizen become
broken down and debilitated, than he rushes off
to the hospital Even persistent dyspepsia and
constipation are getting to be excuses for admis-
sion. Hence, allow me space to enter my feeble
protest against further continuance of this per-
nicious practice. 1t costs the county many
hard dollars for the treatment OF every one of
these unfortunates, and it is high time that they
should know that they can save the county that
expense, and themselves those distressing all
ments, by the judicous use of a few bottles Of
joys Vegetable Sarsaparilla, "a remedy that
within my observation is sovereign cure for
those too common disorders. If they won't take
it they ought to be compelled to by some law
that would meet the case. Under the circum-
stances full hospital is inexcusable, hence
this growl CITIZEN.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-09
DISEASES OF MEN.
DR.. Liebig & Co. Coming.

While some may question the pro-
priety of an institution like the Liebig
World Dispensary treating such diseases,
and some would heartlessly consign un-
fortunate sufferers to miserable lives OF
torture and premature death, yet we
feel that life to the erring is as dear, and
pain as severe, as to those whose sins
have not found them out, or those who
suffer from unavoidable diseases. All
reputable physicians treat such cases
(even without proper facilities) why
should not we when prepared? The sad
lesson and their penitence, as with the
prodigal son, bring many wayward
yet noble youth to life of rectitude /;
and however some Of the pharisaical
and fastidious may think of the matter,
they propose to initiate the good samar-
itan, and though they have fallen in
bad company, we will relieve them, and
then say, $50, sin no more"
Los Angeles, Tuesday, August 18th,
1890, until Saturday evening, August
16th-fve days only. Offices, 1913 South
Main street. Consultation free. Office
hours, 10 a. m. to 4 p. m, daily. No
evening hours.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-09
Material for Roller Towels.

The best thing Of which to make roller
towels is Russian crash. 1 am told it is
woven by hand by Russian peasants At
any rate, the best and medium qualities
are more satisfactory for roller towels than
any other crash I know, and are least OBJ
jectionable when new. just here comes in
word as to when to begin using new
towels. Let it be in the summer time,
when skins are not chapped or sensitive,
and when laundry work is so much easier
that the conscience feels less compunction
at putting slightly soiled towels into the
wash for frequent laundering. One who
has ever supplied towels for group of
growing boys and girls will know that
new towels in winter make sorry work
Nor is this at variance with the advice to
buy in the winter. Buy and freeze, and
then wait for summer to continue the nee
essary softening process. = Cor. Good
Housekeeping
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-09
Useful Fancy Work.

If you are not an adept with the embroid-
cry needle, and your forte lies more in
making useful than ornamental articles,
you may indulge yourself in the pleasure
of making toilet cases for your friends.
These need not be made of oiled silk,
which is always ugly and difficult to sew,
but of heavy gray linen or of fine bed tick
ing, both of which are strong, thick and
durable Your own judgment must guide
you as to the number and size of compart-
ments that are necessary or desirable, and
your taste must decide the colors You
have always your own toilet articles for
guide as to size, and, of course, you know
what you want for comfort when packing
them for a journey. This is fancy work
that will bear Interruptions and may be
picked up or thrown down without injury
New York Star.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-09
Boiled Eggs.

1t is the common way to boil eggs only
about five minutes and call them hard
They are then very ''hard" of digestion.
Boil ten minutes and they are still hard
and soggy. Boil them twenty minutes and
they become light and mealy, and may be
easily mashed and seasoned. To boil eggs
so that they shall be "soft" drop the whole
eggs carefully into boiling water and boil
steadily three and half minutes by the
watch. This is common method; though
the white is hardened the yolk is scarcely
cooked at all. Another method is to lay
the eggs in a warm basin or saucepan and
cover with boiling water. Let them re-
main without boiling, but where the water
will keep hot for ten minutes. Both yolk
and white will be cooked soft.-Hall's g
journal of Health
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-09

cOurse'. He could walk a little, but could not
get up if he fell down, and could not move
when in bed having no use of his hands, l i'm
mediately commenced with the CUTICURA REM
EDIEs, using all freely. One sore after another
healed, bony matter forming in each one of
these five deep ones just before healing, which
would finally grow loose and were taken out:
then they would heal rapidly. One of these
a dozen and half bottles he was completely
cured, and is now, at the age of six years, a
strong and healthy child MRS. f. S. briggs,
May 8, 1885. 612 E. Clay ST., Bloomington, Ill
Nv grandson remains perfectly we'll No
signs of scrofula and no sores.
MRS f. S. briggs.
February z, 1890. Bloomington, III.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-09
WHO SHOULD COUNT THE QUORUM:

But it may be asked, is it not DANCE
rous innovation upon parliamentary usa-
ges to give the House the power to count
a quorum? Here we have the real ground
upon which the position of Speaker Reed
may be fairly criticised. The power to
count quorum is, indeed, dangerous
power to intrust to servant of the
House, and one which should never
have been conferred upon him. Rule
XIV. is salutary reform so far as it as
serts the principle that a quorum con-
sists of majority of the members pre-
sent in the House, weather voting or 81
lent, and that the members present are
presumptively present to do business.
The method of ascertaining the presence
of members under this rule is, however,
entirely reprehensible. Under parlia-
mentary system which requires majo-
rity to constitute a quorum, when the
roll-call shows less thana majority vo-
ting, though majority are clearly with
in the chamber, system should be de-
vised for ascertaining the number pre-
sent which would leave nothing to va
gueness or conjecture.
The quorum should be counted by the
House, and not by the clerk or by the
Speaker. The whole number present
SnOulU DC COuuItu, anu iiOU Cilc UdiC
number necessary to make a quorum.
When it is apparent that quorum is
actually present, while less than quo
rum has voted, it is entirely competent
and proper for the House to direct that
the members who abstain from voting
should be placed at the bar, and that in
the presence of the whole House their
attendance be noted and they themsel-
YES counted as of the quorum. Such a
proceeding would remove any element of
doubt as to the identity of the members
constituting the quorum. Such rule
would not be inconsistent with the pro-
visions OF Rule VIII. as they now exist,
nor with any additional clause which
might be adopted providing a penalty
for a failure to obey its provisions. 1t
would operate to preserve more accu-
rate record of the proceedings than any
which has been heretofore known to Con-
gress, by showing for the benefit OF their
constituents which members voted,
which failed to vote through non atten-
dance, and which refused to vote in open
defiance of the ruler.
frAah