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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02
DEATHS.

BOTKIN.-At her residence. two miles South
OF monterey, Highland county, of consunp-
tion. Mrs. Betsy Botkin, aged IS years and
one day. She was q christian woman. and
leaves two grown sons and one daughter.
ANDEkSON-NoveInber 29, 1881. in Staunton.
from Pneumonia, Mrs Mary M. wife OF Ma
than 81. Anderson, aged about As years.
aCOURT-Monday. November %. 1891, at the
residence of 81 L STAGE. South River district.
Augusta county. Hon Leonard Worsley
Holmes aCourt, seventh son OF the late Lord
Heytesbury. of Heytesbury, England, aged
AZ years.
SWINK-November %, 1881, suddenly at Way
nesboro. Harvey son of Calvin L.Swink. The
funeral was at Waynesboro and the inter-
ment at Bethel church. Deceased was para
lyzed last summer while living at Mint
Spring.
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A NOVEL FOR GIRLS.
WILLIAM DEAN HowELLs TO WRITE STORY
ESPECIALLY FOR GIRLS.

1t is said that Mr.. Howells, who ia perhaps
the foremost Of living American novelists, has
long had in mind . story of American girl. life,
which he believes will be the best piece OF work
he has ever done. The great novelist has now
been induced to write out the story. and at
present he Is at work upon 1t. It Is a novel I'M.
like any which Mr.. Howells has ever written.
1t deals entirely with the struggles of q West.
ern girl who goes to New York. and the story
will have about 1t all the flavor which attaches
to tale of city life with young girl as the
central heroine. Heretofore all OF Mr.. Howells'
novels have gone to the Harpers. but this spe.
cial girls novel will be printed during 1892 in
The Ladiss' Home Journal. of Philadelphia, the
publishers of which have bought the exclusive
rights to the story fromtMr. Howells. The
novel is to be beautifully illustrated, and MI.
Howelis himself believes that 1t will be as at
tractive story as any with which his name
has been connected.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

PAKALYzED.-Weare sorry to learn from the
Shendun Ne,os that Captain John b. Melhorn
was paralyzed in his right side on Thursday
week. and that his tongue was also paralyzed
rendering him helpless and speechless
Captain Melhorn at the time was in the en-
ploy OF Messrs. Pirkey Brothers & Shaver at
6hendun. His home is on the Shenandoah
River about miles East OF McGaheysville
Rockingham county. He is worthy and de-
serving man and very popular Will all his &C.
Quaintancee,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

THE PANsY for Dec ember is now ready; 1t is
not necessary for us to read all the stories to
know whether 1t Is wholesome for children.
1t Is the same with this as with all the maya
sines published by this f1rm-all that could be
desired for the young people, 1t contains
many short and elevating stol les from the able
pen of Pansy. 1t is also full of beautiful illus-
trations. and we are sure that the young folks
who read 1t will feel better. stronger and hap,
pier for their associations with such wise and
entertaining friends as Pansy, Margaret Sidney
and the other favorite authors.
1t is only 81 90 a year, 10 cents q number. D.
Lothrop Com pany, Publishers, Boston.
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"areat American stock Comun,x.

''The Great American Stock Company" have
opened store at No q South Augusta Street,
nearly opposite the Courthouse. in the build
ing formerly occupied by Doyle's Harness
Store. where they will begin to sell on satur.
day next. an immense stock OF goods embrace
ing varieties Of Dry Goods. and Mems, Boys
and Children's Clothing, Overcoats. Mems,
Ladies' Misses. and Children's shoes, hats, &C.,
which they advertise to sell at 40 per cent less
than actual value" They have secured their
goods at prices which will enable them TO sell
them as cheap az they can be obtained in New
York. They ask you to call and be convinced
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02
M MARRIAGES..

INSTRUMENTATION Wednesday NOvem-
Der 25th at the residence of the brides father,
Mr. Joseph B. Hiner, near Monterey, High,
land county. a. I. Trimbie, OF Straight Creek
and Miss Harriet diner, Rev. r. 8. Cunning
nam performing the ceremony.
BROYLES-W E5TCOTT-Novemb Der Is, 1891 at
Basic City. by Rev. b. ". Hildebrand, John
b. BrOyles and Lizzie Wes tcott, both Of Au-
gusta,
1891. on Long Meadows. by Rev Samr Driv.
er. 8. d. Gochenour and Ida L Woodr un, both
of Stanton.
near Beverly, West Virginia, Thomas Wal.
lace. son of John L. Wallace. Esq, of near
Stuarts Draft, this county. and Lima Crouch,
of West Virginia,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

GAME OF EooT-BALL.-OnT Thanksgiving Day
q game of Football was played on the grounds
Of the Staunton Military Academy between
the teams of that Academy and of the Green
brier Nv. Va.0 Military Academy. In which the
team OF the Staunton Military Academy won
the game by q score Of "a to 4. The weather
vas not favorable, yet there were many spec
tators and the game went Off pleasantly and
harmoniously. Both teams did some very good
plaYiuR
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

DEATH OF MRS. NATHAN n. ANDERSON
Mrs. Mary M. Anderson. wife of Mr.. Nathan
II. Anderson. of this city, died of pneumonia
1T 7 O'Clock last sunday morning. aged As
years. She leaves a husband and four children
three daughters and one son. The funeral
WAS from the Second Presbyterian church, Of
which she was a consistent member, at Z
O'Clock yesterday afternoon. In the absence
Of the Pastor. the funeral services were con.
Quoted by Rev. ]. D. Donovan, Pastor OF the
U. B. Church. The bereaved husband and
children have our sincere sympathy in their
ore ati1iction.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02
Rev. w. J, 4. Cox Accepts.

After our paper was Issued last week letter
was received by the committee from Rev. W.
]. E. Cox. Of Maysville. KY. communicating
the welcome intelligence that. after careful
and prayerful consideration. he had concluded
to accept the call to the pastorate of the Bap-
fist church OF this city, and that he would en-
ter upon his duties as Pastor thereof on the LIST
of January. recognition meeting will be
held on Friday night of January LIST at which
the new Pastor Will be Welcomed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

DEATH OF VIM. PRESTON PEYToN.-The late
VIM. P. Peyton, who Edied atsSalem on the
9th of last month was well known in Staun-
ton where he was educated, and has left many
relatives and connections. iamong them the
Baldwins and Stuarts. He was a man OF
brains and energy and of high personal
character. His widow is a daughter of the
late VIM. Munford, of Richmond-author of a
translation of Homer's Had. by whom he
leaves seven children. Much of his life was
spent on a farm in Missouri. but he never
forgot Virginia, and returned some years back
to the haunts of his youth. He was a cousin
Of Col. J. Lewis Peyton, of Augusta.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

BABYLAND.-The December number is al.
ready here. and it is quite as enchanting to
the little people as preceding numbers have
been. 1t is full Of pretty pictures. and with Its
merry jingles and little stories BABYLAND is
sure to delight every baby. Suitable for child
rem whose ages range from one to six. Moth
ing better for the Christmas stocking or tree
than years subscription.
The price is only so cents q year; S cents q
copy. Published by D. Lothrop Company.
Boston, Mass.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

DHATH OF ASSOCIATE EDITOR OF THE VIM
CHESTER TIMEs.-Wiiliam Rely, Associate
Editor and Manager Of the Winchester Times,
died in Dallas. Texas. last Thursday morning.
He was on an excursion through western Tex
a. with the Virginia Press Association. His
wife and daughter were with him. The i'm
mediate cause of his death was exhaustion
from travel.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

A movement is on foot to secure the dem
ocratic convention for Indianapolis. The
political clubs of both parties are hard at
work on the matter, as are all the CONNER
cial clubs and doard of trade, and an infu.
entail delegation will be sent to Washing.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.,
EPPS'S COCOA
BREAKFAST.

by thorough knowledge Of the natural
laws which govern the operations OF digestion
and nutrition. and by q careful application OF
the fine properties OF we'll -se.ectod Cocoa. Mr..
Epps has provided our breakfa fast tables with 8
deitcately navoured beverage which may save
as many heavy doctors' bills. It IL by the
1udicious use OF such articles of diet that a
constitution may be gradually built up until
strong enough to resist every tendency TO dis
ease. Hundr eds Of subtle msladi3 are doat.
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smart by Keeping ourselves well fortified with
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Ing water or milk. Sold only in half-pound
tins. by Grocers, labelled thus:
JAMES EPPS 4 GO.
homeopathic Chemists
nov 10 aus London. England.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

THE BEVERLEY CLUB.-The Beverley Club
Of this city held its annual meeting on Thurs.
day last-Thanksgiving Day-at which A. O
Gordon was elected President and Jas. Bum
gardner vice-President, with the following
Board of Governors. Jas. Bumgardner, Mar.
shall Hanger. w. l.. Olivier. VIM. Patrick, M.
N. Bradley and Edward Echols.
A. c. Gordon.by virtue Of his Office, u.s. ez-
o01cio. also member of the Board.
The Club is out of debt and has 1858, In the
Treasury,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

REV. DR.. HAwEs's RESIGNATION ACCEPTED.
Tho congregation t,f the seeon Presby terrain
church on last sunday with many expressions
OF regret, accepted tn resignation OF Rev. b.
d. Halves, D. D., who has for some years been
their efficient Pastor. He will fill that pulpit
till the LIST of January. after which he will en-
ter the field of evangelistic work.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02
At the d. ID. d b. Institution.

Solomon Whitehurst. little Deaf mute
pupil at the Deaf. Dumb & Blind Institution
from Princess Anne county. died there last
Sunday morning of acute Inflammation of the
bowels. There have been ten leases there Of
the Grippe in mild form all of which are now
convalescent. arents need feel no concern
about their children there. They are as safe
there as anywhere and will receive all the At
tention needed, better than II at their homes.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

LORD LYrToN A SrIRrTUAL1sT.-It il
said that the late Lord Lytton, the poet
and diplomat was devoted spiritualist;
that he believed he had communications
with Joan of Arc, Balzac and Napoleon,
and that he complained that he was always
bafflsd in trying to have access to the spirit
of his father.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02
COMMENDABLE.

ALI claims not consistent with the high char
aoter of Syrup of Figs are purposely avoided by
the Cal. Fig Syrup Company. 1t acts gently on
the kidneys, liver and bowels. cleansing the
system effectualiy, but 1t Is not q cure-all and
makes no pretensions that every bottle will
not substRntfate
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

MISS MAMIE Dickens. who was always
known as the favorite daughter Of Charles
Dickens. has written, for the Christmas mum.
Der OF The Ladies Home Journal. her Il rst story
It Is semi-ghost tale Of the romance OF an
old English manor. MISS DICKENs's only piece
OF literary work previous TO this story was the
editing of her fathers letters for publication.
She is said to possess true literary talent.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

SCIENTIFIC AMERIoAN.-Every week this
most valuable periodical presents whatever is
new In the world of science, art. and manufac
lures. Full of practical Information. 1t dis
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Mum & Co. have conducted this paper In con-
nection with the procuring OF patents for new
Inventions: The SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN is
authority on all scientific and mechanical sub
jects. and should be In every household. Copies
OF the paper may be seen at this office and sub
scriptions received.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

OUR LITTLE MEN AND WoKEN for December
Is a charming number, full of delightful plot
ures and pretty stories and verses. The little
folks will be sure to hail 1t with Joy. 1t is
printed on fine paper, In large type. This
magazine is both entertaining and Instructive,
and is suitable for children whose ages range
rom nve to nine. years subscription will
make the very best of Christmas presents.
The price is only 81 90 q year. 10 cents a num-
ber d. Lothrop Company. Boston. PUBLISH
ers.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

THREE CANDIDATES FOR CoNeREss.-In
the 9Th Congressional District, made vacant
by the death of Gen. W. 81. F. Lee, there
are three candidates-ths Democratic, Ellis
ha E. Meredith, the Alliance, B. B. Turner,
Jr., and the Republican, John Amber
Brooke. Mr.. Meredith will doubles be
elected.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

The poor and humble, alike with the rich
and powerful. find in DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup q
true. tried and trusted friend. Price Is cents
bottle.
When you have over-exerted yourself by
running, jumping or working there ia nothing
that will relieve the soreness OF your joints
and muscles so quickly and effectually as Sal.
walton OIL. the greatest cure on earth for pain.
Price rs cents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02
opera House Friday Night.
ROMEO AND JULIET.

The interesting and popular play of Shakes
peare's Romeo and Juliet" will be presented
In the Opera House next Friday night by the
popular actors r. D. MacLean and Marie Pres
cott supported by good company, with ap-
propriate costumes and scenery. The popu.
larity Of this play and that of the actors who
will present 1t will ensure a good audience.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02
WOOD, wOODn

Those wishing to pay their subscriptions to
the Spectator with wood are requested to send
1t on at once. We are now In need OF 1t, and
the roads are In q better condition for hauling
than they will be shortly.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

The Sermon In the Baptist church of this
city last Sunday morning was delivered by
Rev. B, II. Deme atof Buena Vista after which
q collection for tn Q benefit of the new Baptist
church of that l,lace was taken up which
amounted to $40.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02
CITY-COuNCIL.

At meeting Of the City Council. held last
night, all the members were present except
Messrs. Summerson and Bell.
The street committee reported the amount
of work done by VIM. H. Hoge, contractor. as
follows: On Green street the NIL near @. o.
trestle and a stone culvert built to carry tho
drainage. This street between Main and
John son was cut down from to feet and NIL
ed in South Of johnson street. 200 feet Of re.
tanning Wall was built and 200 feet Of plank
walk laid. Gospel Hill.-The cost Of reducing
the grades on Main and Coalter streets was ST.
947. On these two streets 94S cubic yards of
macadamizlng costing $500 was placed. For lr-
regular work s5s6 was expended. The cost of
work on st. Clair. Stuart. Federal and Madi-
son streets is as follows: Grading 1928, macad
amizlng $8ll.SO; irregular work S22.S6-total
cost sl,762.26. In grading. macadamizing and
otherwise improving Johnson street s725 was
expended.
The total work done by Mr.. Hoge 10 Nov.
lat amOunta as fOllOws.-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

ROBERT J. BURDErTE. the humorist, ID to 60
into the editorial harness again. With Janu-
AIRY LIST. he will become salaried editor on the
STAFF OF The Ladies' Home Journal. and will
conduct regular departm emit in each issue of
that periodical.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

Last Sunday morning snow fell here to the
depth of about four inches.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

A GOOD ExAMrLE.-Msj. B. T. Basby has
made the donation Of a lot in the Northeast
ern part of the city to the Emmanuel Hospital
for the establishment Of which subscriptions
are being secured.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

John Woods, colored. sent from this county
last March to the penitentiary died there last
Saturday.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

n. Lee Baxter has purchased for S275 q lot in
Madison Square upon which he Will build
residence. This sale was effected for Hamricb
& Blakemore by Messrs. Burkeley & Williams,
Eeal-estate agents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

On last Friday night. Rev. Mr.. Roberts, Rec
tor of the Episcopal church in Harrisonburg,
was Handsomely pounded by the members Of
his congregation.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

The fall OF snow Sunday morning was great.
or in Eastern Virginia than 1t was here. At
Norfolk and other places 1t fell to the depth of
inches, and sleighs were run In Norfolk. In
the West the thermometer registered many
degrees below zero. AS compared with that
OF the West and Northwest our climate here is
equable.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

There Will be communion at Mt. Tabor Lu.
theran church the first Sunday in December.
Preparatory services the Saturday before at IL
O'Clock.
@. W. SPIGaLE, Pastor.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

SARAH ORNE JEwETT's new novelette, has
been purchased by The Ladies' Home Journal,
In which periodical it will be printed during
the new year,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02


1t is estimated that about $4,000 will be re-
quired to execute properly the purposes In
view.
An appeal is made to the admirers of Jacks
son. to the Alumni and friends of the Institute
and to those interested In the Christian work
OF the school, for contributions in furtherance
Of these ends. The hope Is to break ground for
the new structure next Spring.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

DEDICATION PosTPoNKD.-The excellent
choir of the Lutheran church Of this city went
last Sunday to Buena Vista to participate In
the expected dedication OF the new Lutheran
church OF that place. but the dedication. on
acco unit OF the unfavorable weather and other
causes. was postponed till next spring.
Rev. ]. n. shealy, OF this city. who was ex-
pected to deliver the dedicatory sermon was
sick and unable to be present. We are pleased
to state that he is somewhat better. and. 1t is
hoped, he will soon be we'll.
To TEN PKRANCE PKoPLE.-All temperance
people who desire to attend the great Temper
ance Convention to be held in Richmond, De-
cember 18th and 18th. are requested to at once
notify the undersigned SO that reduced rail-
road tickets (rate four cents per mile round
trip may be placed on sale at their nearest
Chesapeake Ohio Railway station. Tickets
to be on sale December 18th and 18th, good to
return until December 2lst, 1891.
PRESTON A. Ross Seer etary,
The Staunton and Augusta County Temper
ance Alliance, Staunton, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

s2O5.4o was allowed the Fire Department as
pay for the last quarter.
On motion of the Committee on Streets 8
Street. sweeper Is to be purchased
The Fire cracker Ordinance WAS suspended
from O'Clock Christmas Eve to IL O'Clock
Christmas night.
The Fire Department is to have q belI-tower
erected by the lowest bidder.
SIS was donated the Kings Daughters on the
rent of the Opera House.
A large number of petitions were presented
and referred to appropriate committees
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02

II your blood is impure regulate your liver
with Simmons Liver Regulator.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-02
jackson MemortaI Chapel at Lexing.
ton, Virgtn1a.

1t il the purpose of the Virginia Military In
stitute to erect q Memorial Chapel in memory
of the illustrious soldier, Lieutenant-General
T. ]. (StonewalD jackson, who was for ten
years the Professor of Natural and Exper-
mental Philosophy and Instructor OF Artil-
lery Tactics and Gunnery at the Virginia Mil
itary Institute. Under the orders of John
Letcher. Governor ofVirginia. jackson march
ed on the 2lst day of April. 1861, In command
of the Corps of Cadets, from the parade ground
of the Military Institute, for Richmond, On
the walls of this chapel will be placed memoir
al tablets commemorat the services of the
Alumni Of the Institute who fell in battle,
lS6l.ls65. The Board Of Visitors further pur.
pose to provide proper facilities-which are
now Warrington the work of the Young Mems
Christian Association in the Military Insti-
tute. tits proposed that the structure combin-
ing both purposes. shall be an extension of the
West Wing of the Barracks, facing upon the
Parade Ground.
There is now to the credit of the jackson Me-
uolidl ,76371
The Alumni Memorial Fund amounts
Z,6O0O0
For Christian Association purposes
there Is pledged about. 2737