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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22

The census ofn3e bulletin of statistics of
tobacco in Virginia gives the total number
of planters at "a ,034, total area 110,579
acres, product 4S, 59s. 655 pounds, and sales
81, $685. TAO.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22

VIII be In his Office at StauntOu on JULY q
and 2S-Two DAYS. Office in DIR. NJ. y. Burk-
holders dental rooms over MAJ. Harris Bazaar.
Glasses accurately suited. Examination free.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22
July l, September l, Aver. per az
condition. condition, bushels
Totals, 10l1.6
Av'ges. 92,0

-COnditlOn July I, 81 5f.I.
Say we have $50, 0O0, 600 bushels Off crop, we
will require the whole of the winter wheat, or
its equivalent. to supply our home wants for
food and seed the spring wheat crop. what
ever 1t may be. will be available for export,
and to replenish our reserve, now at n mini
mum,
We will not have as much wheat available
thf year as we had for the crop year 1884 S5
then we had AZ, 900 900 bushels on July 1. over
min imum reserves. and crop of 5l2.SO0,o00
bushels, total OF 557, 500 900 bushels against
mer ely the crop of this year. without any re-
serve over minimum, with a very large de.
mand from Europe now. which we did not
have then.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22
Staurlton Markets.


SPECTATOR VFFICE,
- STAUNToN. VA. July 2lst. 1891
The prices generally remain unchanged, VIZ
regret to have to report that there is some re-
duetion In the price of wheat 1t Is quoted 10
day from SIS TO 50 cents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22
I.iaan ond tina 20 hiring

Il is good time TO bring out biography
of Chinmascer Gea. L. L. Polk, who is
seeking TO split, oy the wedge OF his tongue
| aud the farmers Alliance, tho good old
Democratic log. Where did Mr.. Polk ever
serve his country? In what way did he
ever become entitled to teach Democrats
their political duty or to be their censor or
critic? A sucoinct history of Mr.PoIk would
be interesting. He sets himself up as a
prophet. Let's see what honor he has in
his OWL ountry.--NorfoM Landmark.
4 third party that would result in divid
ing the South, woald prepare the way for
the Republicans to pass the Force Bill
which they will be sure to do when an ap.
portunity 10 presented. Whilst the South
shouId be as innocent SIS the dove, it should
be as wise as the serpent.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22
RAwLEY SPRINGS. VA,

Tonic Water of the world. Room vacant fol
August and September. Address
J. WATKINS LEE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22
SYRUP OF FIGS.

Before purchasing your millinery go to the
Beehive Store. a large assortment TO select
from
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22


The Financial Bulletin of July 18th, Issued
by the Banking House of Henry Clews, & Co. OF
Kew York City. says
"All that is needed to give full effect to the
benefits of our abundant harvest is a restora-
ton of confidence in the countries with which
we have commercial intercourse. 1t would
mean better foreign markets and better prices
for our grain. well as for all other exportable
products
The home Influences affecting the Stock Mar
ket show no material changes. No variations
in the wheat crop have arisen to modify the
original estimates of output. The railroads
maintain their late rate of earnings. Money
continues to flow hither from the interior.
though in lighter Volume and the banks keep
up their reserves at about double the surplus
Of the last two years while the exports of gold
seem to have virtually ceased. To this extent.
the situation is favorable to recovery of ac-
tiyity at a later stace.u
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22

Ali miserable sufferers with dyspepsis
are cured by Simmons Liver Regulator.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22

When needing tabl 9 linens towels. napkin
ard want them cheap. call at the Bee-Hf
Store
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22

When you feel uncomfortable aeout the
stomach take Simmons Liver Regulator.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22
p.aIL. KNAPP, oPrECskN,

Correspondingly low rates from other st
fiOns
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22

He ia, eophatioslly in our opinion, a
great preacher. anG bis attractiveness in
oreases with each Sermon"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22

FARMERS ALLIANCE IN BOTEToURT.-
At meeting Of the Farmers Alliance at
Brugh'a Mill in Botetourt on Friday wesk
Mr.. J. R. Reaburn WAS nominated for the
House of Delegates.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22

Mr.. Blaine continue to improve.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22

CROWNS IRON BITTERS
Cures Dyspepsia ia, In
7igs stion & Debi liby
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22
Thu Buchanan Standard saws:

SIT is not certain whether Mr.. Reabu n,
who IS Deputy County Surveyor, will &C.
ceps the nomination. he has it under his
Consideration.
It was unanimously decided to hold q
grand demonstration of tho Alliance at
Bcchanan on August 81"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-22

JH CoN NELL, Secretary.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-10-10
AUCTION SALES.

SATURDAY, October 10th, at II o'clock A. NJ, sale
OF mich COWS. horses mules, vehicles. &c. at
the Richmond Bazaar. Macdougal & Davis,
anctiOneers
MoSDAY. October 18TH at 1879 A. NJ, trustees
sale OF stock Of groceries. &c, 22i south Pine
street.
MONDAY, October 18th. at ; F. W.. sale of brick
residence, gi west Grace street
TUESDAY. October 18th. at $50 Z. NJ, trustees
sale OF frame dwelling, 1919 west Cary street.
Frank ID Hill * Co. auctioneers.
TUESDAY October 18th at =. H.. sale Of frame
dwellings ZIG, 7is and no north Twenty-third
street
TUESDAY October 18th. at 1870 p. NJ. trustees
sale Of dwelling on Williamsburg turnpike,
Fulton, Bowman, Boswell! X Shuman auction
GERS
WEDNESDAY. October l4th az 4:3O p NJ, trustees
sale OF frame dwellings 40 Webster and 4lyIa
and i2l CabeH street.
WEDNESDAY, October 18th. at p. ", trustees
sale OF frame dwelling, ll07 Grove avenue.
THURSDAY. October 18th. at p ~, sale Of store
222 west Broad street
TUESDAY, October GOTH at 4:30 Z. NJ. trustees
sale Of lots for man~ facturing and home sites
on York River railroad and Lewis street, APP
person Pollard, auctioneers
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-10-10

quest was granted. Tho Council then ad-
iourned to meet next Thursday night, in or
der that the memt ers might attend the Demo-
cratic meeting in the Leader Hall.
BRIEFS.
Chesterfield County Court meets next Mon
dav.
Citv-sergeans Fitzgerald is now ready to
pay tho jurors who served during the present
term OF tho court.
The hustings court was in session short
while Yesterday. Judge John II. Ingram. pre-
siding. Bills OF exception prepatory to an
appeal in tho whitehead will case were signed
by the Court Yesterday and judgment was
suspen1 led for ninety days The Judge over
ruled motion OF counsel for the heirs-at-law
who asked that they be allowed Of the estate
q fee for their services.
Garland Thompson. an old negro man
eighty nine years Of age. died Thursday
evening aud was buried Yesterday.
The revival services now going on ut Gen.
trail and wen-tnd Methodist churches are
being largely attended. and much good has
been accomplished.
The stre.t-cleaning force were at work. on
Seventh street yesterday "A thoroughfsre that
greatly needed their attention.
The hustngs court adjourned yesterday for
the term
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-10-10
FIRE IN A DRY GOODS HOUSE.
Considerable Damage Done By Unruly
Flames In Norfolk.
THE PRICE OF LUMBER IS ADVANCED
Nv the New Lumber Combine-The City Ward
Meetings-County and City POLITICS.
From All Over the State.

NORFOLK. Va. Oct 9.-[Special. Tonight
at $50 o'clock dark clouds of smoke we're
seen issuing from the second and third-story
windows of the mammoth dry goods estab-
lishment of NJ. .Umstadter Il Co. The fire
department was on hand promptly and
After most heroic fight for more than two
hours the flames were gotten under control
and confined TO the building in which they
originated. which was partly destroyed. The
stock of goods was valued at about 100000
insurance. f65.O0).
The entire loss is estimated at 300, 600.
The valuable library OF Nicely and Sel'iner.
lawyers. who occupied two handsome oinces
on the second floor was greatly damaged.
THE BUILDINGS DAMAGED.
The following buildings sustained DAMAGES
graph Company. Seaboard Air Line ailroad
offices. n. Z. Calling, drug store Peter
Smith. attorney; Vaughan Simmons, IN
surance agents; W. II. II. Trice Co., real
estate.
All of these firms ere covered by insurance
Umstsdter Co. is the oldest firm In thus
city, having been established III 1874. The
origin of the fire is unknown.
OTHER NORFOLK MATTERS.
selected ~ the city Democratic committee as
tho time for holding OF ward meetings. and
Thursday, the ed, at 70 NJ. for the convention.
The chairman is authorized 10 appoint COM
nittee to raise funds TO defray the expenses OF
the campaign.
The North Carolina Pine Lumber Company
has advanced tho price of lumber fifty cents
per thousand feet. This advance. says MIR.
Harker the general mana ger. is owing TO the
grest demand and scarcity of stock in first
hands
Tho Virginia Sta'e Sunday school Associa-
ton adjourned 10 night. About five hundred
dollars wa raised 10 support the work next
year. Mr. RaYnolis, the lrssident, estimates
that 1880 will lie necessary.
hon John T. Massey was expected 10 be Pres
ent, but was IRA oidahly absent.
The Great Fridge convention which nomi-
ated Bidgood. II appears, was a miIei assem-
bly,. In the Alliance meeting the question Of
taking political action was raised and after Wig
erous discussion il was decided to adjourn. The
Alliance meeting reassembed IN ctl-
Zens meeting and nominated candi
date. This WAS done and all who
desired 10 participate in the convention, re-
gsrdloss Of creed orof previous affiliate n were
invited TO take part II was meeting Of disaf-
fected. DEMOCRATS and Republican independ-
ents. &C.. and Bidgood, the nominee is an indie
pendent Democrat, and not member OF the
Alliance.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-10-10
PERSONAL AND GENERAL.
Bits of News Gathered Here and There by
the Times" Reporters.

Mr. r. II. Faunteroy has been invited to
speak during the campaign by Mr.. t. b. r..
Wright chairman of the First district com
mittee, and will fill appointments there after
the Richmond primary.
Mrs. j. A. Grasberger has returned home
from Louisa county. where she has been
spending the summer.
Mrs. w. p Davis. OK "Roslyn," near Peters
burg, is visiting Mrs. G. X. Bradley.
Miss Mamie Trahern, Of "Hopedale." who
has been painfully indisposed, is much better
Miss Bette Jewett has returned from
pleasant trip to her old home ut Midlothian.
Rev. w. c. White. Presbyterian minister
of Warm Springs, Va, was in the city yester-
day.
Captain W. II. Green, general manager of
the Richmond md DaEyille system. was in
the city yesterday.
Mr.. +. " Valentine has returned from
New York
A call has been issued for mass-meeting
of workngmen at New Market Hall Monday
evening at 8 o'clock. The object of this
meeting is said to be TO decide upon tho best
mode Of securing representation In the next
Legislature
Mr. Paul Dunnavant, who has been de-
tanned from business for some time by sick
ness. Is slowly recovering.
The union gospel meetings at Trinity
Methodist church nre doing good work at
every service Thursday night eighteen
bowed at the altar FOR PRAYER and eight more
in the congregation asked for prayer.
Judge Waller r. Staples has returned 70
the city after spending some time in South
west Virginia. lie is enjoying good health
and looks exceedingly well.
The Commissioner Of Agriculture yesterday
received a letter from Mr.. X. NJ Overend. at
Honokaa. Hawaii asking information about
lands suitable for stock raising. His letter
animated that he WAS formerly a resident of
Virginia and wanted TO return to his native
land.
Mrs Virglia Whitehead daughter of Rev.
DR.. Paul Whitehead, who was married early
in the summer to DR.. Richard Whitehead, Of
Salisbury. is now visiting her parents, at No.
9 west Main street. in this city Dr. White
head and wife. who went abroad Immediately
after their marriage, returned from Europe
few weeks ago. since which timc Mrs White
head has been visiting relatives in Nelson
county.
Drs. Siegel and Hobson. city ambulance
surgeons, yesterday enjoyed the first holiday
they have enjoyed for long time, inasmuch
as there was not single call for the entire
day up TO late hour last night.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-10-10
LEE CAMP.
An Interesting Meeting-severai Invitations
Accepted.

An Interesting Meeting-severai Invitations
Accepted.
Lee Camp hold its regular meeting last
night, which was largely attended.
l.. b. Vaughan. chairman of the Hanover
Troop Association, invited Lee Camp on be-
half Of tho Association 10 participate in tho
ceremonies of unveiling the monument TO
General Williams c. Wckham on October
18th. The invitation WAS accepted and Lee
Camp will lend its influence to mako the oc-
casion worthy Of this distinguished cavalry
soldier
An invitation was also received from ccm-
mittee representing the cavalry of the Army of
Northern Virginia inviting Lee Camp to the
mass meeting of all veterans OF the Army Of
Northern Virginia. to be held in the armory Oc-
tober 2sth to take steps 10 erect in th. CITY m
equestrian statue Of that distinguished cavalry
leader, General J. f. b. Stuart. The camp
also accepted this invitation. and from pres
ent indications this will be one of tho most
interesting meetings Of the old soldiers ever
held in this city as II is intended not only TO
clude cavalrymen, but infantry and artillery
as we'll. as al who admired the character of
General Stuart are invited to be present
Colonel William 7. mih. grand command
er OF Grand Camp Department of Virginia,
n. Stubs to reprs,ent John X. Cook Camp,
OF West Point, Va. on the board of visitors
Of tho Soldiers Home
The case Of Mrs. Baker widow or L. r.
Baker. OF tho old Richmond Fayette Artillery.
WAS brought TO tho attention of the camp by
Colonel Smith. A voluntary contribution
was taken up after the adjournment of the
camp and good amount of money was raised
for this worthy woman. Comrades Colonel
John Murphy. Colonel William 2. Smith and
Lieutenant Colonel A. G.. Evans were APP
pointed a committee to sec Mrs. Baker and
see that her wants are supplied
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-10-10
In the CDnrfA.

H,sstinqs Courf.-Judge Witt yesterday tried
number of civil cases.
To-day has been set down for the trial of
what are commonly called revenue cases
when all those will be tried who have been
indicted for not paying their license taxes in
time.
Judge Witt left for Fauquier county yester-
day to visit his family. and Judge ID. NJ. Ber-
nard. OF Petersburg will hold court for him
to-day and on Monday
Chdnce,y Cou,f.-Judge Leake Yesterday
entered number of DEGREES Of minor impor
tancc.
Cay Circuit Co'er'-The following suits were
instituted yesterday;
John +. Bell against James Motherhood,
Case Damages. {2.OOO.
f. ". Ssnter * Co against w. F. Gath.
right. Debt for $290.22
George Coggiil against T. ]. Brooks. Case.
Damages. $1,000.
Asher Simon. who sues rs agent for Lottie
Simon. against Ellis w. Edwards. Debt, for
cal.
Henrfco County Court-The will of the late
Dr. Joseph q. Beattie was admitted 10 pro-
bate in this court yesterday All of tho pro.
perry was left TO his widow. Tho personal
property is valued at 1900.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-10-10
Brilliant Wedding in Rockingham.

BRIDGEwATER. VA. Oct. Sat the First Pros
byterisn church. of this place, Miss Sue NJ Ber-
lin was married to-day 10 Or. William /; Scoyil,
Of New \ ork city, by Pew William /. Roberts.
OF llarrisonburg. of tho Episcopal Church.
Z h church had been prettlly decorated and
the altar was one mass Of flowers. from Us
front rose an arch of rich evergreens entwlned
with tinted Virginia creeper and ivy. and from
the centre was suspended horseshoe OF white
roses.
The bridal party entered 10 the strains of
Mendelssohns Wedding March" DR.. Sprinkle
and Mr.. Haas. of Harrisonburg, ushers, were
followed by Hiss Cora Arey of Bridgewater.
maid Of honor, who carried a bouquet of PINK
roses Then came the bride with her brother
ln.law Paul Latham, OF BROOKLYN. They were
followed by Mr.. George Herring or Bridge
water and J. Houck, of HarrlsOnburg. At the
same time the minister entered followed by the
groom and his best man, Charles j. Berlin, OF
Philadelphia.
After tho ceremony the bridal party left on
the Bal more and Ohio tram for Richmond,
New York and other places.
An elegant reception was rendered TO the
parties and friends Monday evening, by the
brides father, George w. Berlin. at his resi-
dence near Bridgewater.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-10-10
james River Overflow.

AT the last meeting of the Common Council
Mr. Adam Diacont introduced resolution
asking the opinion of the City Engineer a. to
the manner IN which the annual overflow Of
tho James river in Rockets and Fulton
could be prevented and to give an estimate of
any preventative measure which he might
suggest.
The resolution was adopted and will no
doubt DO concurred in at next Mondays
meeting OF the Board of Aldermen.
Colonel Cutshaw has already given a good
deal OF consideration to the subject and If the
resolution is approved lie will no doubt
make some valuable suggestions in the near
future. Ut IS now the residents of that
portion of the city and the city itself have
annually to undergo good deal Of expense
to clean up the streets and houses after each
overflow.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-10-10
THE FUNERAL DIRECTORS.
A Pleasant Trip to Newport News and o d
PoInt-Session To-Day.

Polnt-bessiOn To-day.
| The excursion given yesterday by the State
Association to tho Internal onal Funeral
Directors Association was = fitting ending to
what 10 generally considered by the visiting
delegates as one OF tho most successful meet
ings ever held by this Association.
Owing 10 some bad management on the
part of the railroad those who pinned their lalth
on tina ACCURACY OF tho information given IN
Tux TiNEs had dreary time Of waiting nt
the depot from $50 A. n. to nearly s.45 A.
NJ. tho time at which the train started.
A coudiess sky hne weather and just
enough vim In the wind to make every one
feel energstic. wero conducive to the enjoy
ment Of tho party. which on its arrival at
machine shops tho dry dock and the other
things of interest before going aboard the
steamer for Old Point Comfort
A pleasant run WAS mado TO Ham ton.
where Governor Woodfn gave the visitors
hearty welcome and shook hands with the
ladies and expressed his pleasure ut seeing
such happy crowd and his regret at not
knowing beforehand OF their coming
walk through the grounds by many,
chat with old friends by Others. and fishing
tournament by two others being concluded.
the yarty re-cmbnrked and arrived OF Old
Point Comfort little after O'clock hungry
and ready 10 do Justice TO the dinner which
LOU cocH BAcPoicN-
Owing to the lack OF sufficient walters.
many of whom at the close of the season had
been discharged there was considerable
waiting for something to eat, and one lady.
dsregarding the rules of the establishment.
pocketed her desert as the cry was made,
Train timo." which proved to be q false
alarm.
The band of the Hampton Soldiers"
Home" relieved the monotony OF waiting for
something to eat by giving some excellent
selections in the rotunda. and preceded the
delegates through tho streets to the depot.
where. to tie sound Of Dixie" and other en-
livening tunes. jigs were INDUCED in. good
by to departing friends was said and at I:l5
the return trip was entered upon.
About $3.50 Richmond WAS reached. and
those going TO Washington and the \ orth hur-
ried on TO the Union depot. while those who
intended to further test Virginian hospitality
went to their respective hotes.
On all side was heard nothing but appre-
citation and good will to the State Associa-
ton for their kindness in providing sdch an
enjoyable trip and for their uniform courtesy
and kindness in making their stay in Rich
mond so pleasant.
The Association concludes its labors to-day
Mt j. NJ. and by tomorrow evening Rich
mond will see tho last Of the delegates. who
for four days have graced our capital with
their presence.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-10-10
4 Relic az ABtiuutfx

Mr.. X. A. Brock. secretory of the Virginia
historical Society. called at 1HE TINES Office
yesterday with a venerable relic which has
passed into his possession. 1t was a metal
mortar and pestle OF antique design with
handsome scroli-work around il. and contain.
ing on It the motto Amor Yincit Omnia, Ano
lO47.n '---'
Its great age is shown by hole in its
bottom, which had evidently been worn there
by time. lie saw 1t in the window of store
and purchased it. and he thinks il was for
meriy Kept as relic in some family. and.
Southern fortunes was finally sold. 1t is an
interesting curiosity.