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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Alabama has forged to the front, and is
at last in the lead 10 the production of Iron
ore. The first thing we know Pennsylva-
MIA will bs asking protective tariff against
Alabama iron. Who ever dreamed Of such
thing being possible, even decade ago,
and yet the South is going to lead in more
things than iron, mark that.-Montgomery
(Ala.) Advertiser.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01
Riley Greeuleaf a well-to do farme. c

Riley GreeDlesf, well-to do farmer of
Roane county, W. Va, committed suicide
Sunday by hanging himself with rope to
tree. No cause for the act was assigned,
but he has been subjected to temporary
spells of insanity for some months and it is
supposed while under one of these he COM
mitted the rash act.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01
The Fuerst Bismarck Beats All Records.

The Hamburg American steamer Fuerst
Bismarck, reported at Southampton Thurs
day, made the passage in 6 days, IL hours
and 10 minutes. Allowing for the differ
ence in distance between Queenstown and
Southampton, which is sixteen hours, it
clearly appears that the Fuerst Bismarck
latest run is equivalent to passage from
New York to Queenstown In 5 days, l
hours aud 10 minutes. And this, as the
Hamburg-Amerioan Steamship Compsny
anuounce, is the fastest eastysrd transat-
lantic passage ever made by any steau=-
ship,-N. Y. Herald.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

BATS Gee of the Isost remarkable
events on record in this century is the capt
ure of two red bats. These bats were capt
ured by Mr.. John G. Phelps at the edge of
the woods back of the new hotel, Glakys
Inn. Mr.. Phelps has kindly consented to
exhibit these bats for two weeks, commenc-
ing on Saturday night at Davis's drug
stare, for the small sum of five cents for
each person wishing to see this wonderful
sight. The proceeds to be given to the
Methodist church of Clifton Forge. Do
not miss this opportunity as this is one
chance in q lifetime.-Clifton Forge he
view.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Postmaster General WanamaKeE Issued
an order establishing a board of promo
lions for the Postofice Department by
which promotions from the lower to the
higher grades ere to be made through COM
,,etitiye examinations. Postmaster Gener-
al Wanamaker is also taking steps to i'm
grove the special delivery system.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Senator Vest, of Missouri, says if Gov.
Campbell should bs reelected in Ohio he
will be the democratic nominee for Presi-
dent. o herwise Mr.. Cleveland will again
get the nomination. The Senator said
Gray, of Indiana, will be given second
place on the ticket.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01
attack the corr

President Harrison promoted number
Of cadets who have completed the full
course at the Naval Academy. Among
them, Louis Mccoy Mutton, of Virginia, is
made all assisting engineer in the navy,
with the rank of ensign.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Additional correspondence between Sec
rotary Blaine and British Minister Paunce-
fote as to reciprocity between the United
States and Canada was presented in the
Senate at Ottawa Tuesday, June 23rd. 1t
appears that proposition for joint con-
mission On the subject was made by the
imperial government, but the government
at Washington would consent only to- a
private conference. MIR. Blaine insisted
upon secrecy in the matter, and Sir Julian
assented. Mr.. Blaine wrote that the Presi-
dent wished above all to avoid public ref
erencs to the matter. After the Canadian
elections Mr.. Blaine wrote that be was
greatly surprised that Sir Charles Upper
and Sir John Macdonald had made the fact
of the negotiations public. The conference
will take place at Washington On Monday,
October H.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01
ONE ENJOYS

Both the method and results when
Syrup of Figs is taken; it is pleasant
and refreshing to the taste, and acts
gently yet promptly On the Kidneys,
Liver and Bowels, clcanses the sys-
tenn efectaally, dispels colds, head
aches ard fevers and cures habitual
constipation. Syrup Of Figs is the
only remedy Of its kind ever pro-
duced, pleasing TO the taste and &C
ceptable to the stomach, prompt in
its action and truly beneficial in its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy and agreeable substances, its
many excellent qualities commend it
to all and have made it the most
popular remedy known.
Syrup Of Figs is for sale in Soc
and 81 bottles by all leading drug
gists. ANY reliable druggist who
may not have it ON hand will pro-
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes to try it. Do not accept any
substitute.
cALhFOh.YiA irIe syrup co.
SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.
LOUISVILLE, kY EEH YORK Er
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

At Lexington last Thursday the remains
of General Stonewall jackson were remov-
ed fro:n the grave and placed in the vault
over which the monument to be unveiled
July 81 is now building.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

The Supreme Court Of Indiana Tuesday,
June 23rd, decided in favor Of the teaching
of the German language in schools, hold
ing that the law is compulsory, and the
language must be taught wherever the Ieq-
uisite number Of patrons shall petition for
the same Judges Old and McBride dissent
in long opinion.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Word comes from the great drainage dis
trict in Mason county, ILL.,, which is not
ed wheat region, that the army worm is
playing havoc with the wheat. As the
wheat is ripening the worms leave it and
atknalx ho
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Patrick Conway, of Springfield, Wash
ington county, KY, who disappeared a
year ago with his soven-year-old son
David, has recently been found il Ireland
by his wife. who had been conducting q
persistent search for him with the aid Of
detectives. The couple were reconciled
and will return to their home in Kentucky.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Mr.. E. Bower, of Troutville, met with
quite an accident last Monday, and made
narrow escape from Serious consequences
While driving moving machine the
horses became frightened and ran off,
breaking one Of Mr.. Bowers legs just
aboTe the ankle. He was dragged several
hundred yards. -Fincastle Herald, June %.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01
CONS FOR RENT-Apply TO
n, MRS. l.. DUPUY,
July lst-lt* Fayette st.

VYIRGINIA-In the Clerks office OF the
v Court of Hastings for the city of Staun-
ton, in vacation May 26, 1891.
Y. NJ. BICKLE
VS.. In Chancery.
WIN. o. BICKLE. ct ais.
The object of this suit is to perfect the title
of the plaintiff to q certain lot of ground IN
Stanton, Va, known as the "stone house, lot
purchased by the plaintiff OF Robert g. Blcsle.
now deceased, executor of Adam Bickle, and
paid for, but never conveyed by said executor
In his life time to said plaintiff.
And it appearing by affidavit filed that
Stephen Hall and Annie III. Hall. his wife. and
Michael 4. Noon are nOn>residents OF this
State, it is ordered that they do appear here
within fifteen days after due publication Of
this notice and do what is necessary TO pro-
tect their interests.
Teste. NEWTON ARGENBRIGHT.
FULTZ, p. q. mayZT-4t CLERK.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

A WOMAN BURNED TO DEATH.-Mrs.
Lsmuel P. johnson, Of Bridgeton, N. J.
was taking some biscuits from the stove,
on Saturday when her dress caught fire
and she became frightened and tainted.
flames. She fingered in greas agony for
two hours and then expired.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

The Allegheny Mining and Development
Company of Clifton Forge, has authorized
its executive committee to c0so contract
for the erection of a rolling mill and nail
mill in Clifton Forge.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Governor Fifer, of Illinois, has signed
the bill enabling women to vote for all
school officers. Twenty-six of the forty
four States, considerable majority of ali
have now given women some sort Of suf-
fraca
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

The widow of Gen A. p. Hill has given
her consent to the removal of tho remains
of her husband from Hollywood to the mon
ument being erected to his memory.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

At a meeting of ths Chicago Worlds
Fair directorsi Tuesday night June 23rd. the
lake front site question wag finally settled.
The question was where to i.'sse Inc .art
palace, oyer which so much discussion has
been had. The directors decided on ack-
son Park, thus making a united site. A
resolution was passed reaffisming the action
Of the late board of directors in locating
the entire exhibit at jackson Park.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Nat Hairsson, young white man, who
lived near Oak Hill, Pittsylvania county,
has boon suffering with fever for week or
more. Friday morning, about a O'Clock,
while dolirious, be broke away from his
watchers, ran to Dan river, near By,
Jumped in and was drowned. The body
has been recovered.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

There were several severe earthquake
shocks at San Jose, CAL, Monday morning.
Buildings were shaken and guests rushed
from hotels unclsd, but the only damage
dode was to crockery and insecure CHM
neys.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

KILLED By ELEcTRICITY.-W. Bennett,
a railroad brakeman, was instantly killed at
Des Moines, Iowa, Saturday, by electric
ity. While passing through an alley he
touched guy wire which was crossed with
an electric-l1ght wire and received the full
shock of an alternating current.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

At Roanoke Friday, Mrs. Laura J. Her
bert instituted suit for divorce from her
husband, Charles E. Herbert, travelling
correspondent Of the Roanoke Herald, and
formerly CT Townson, Nd.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

DAMAGE BY FLOOD IN IowA.-David II.
Bloom, mayor Of Cherokee, Iowa, appeals
for aid for the five hundred persons Of that
place whose houses we're swept away by
the recent food. The damage by the flood
is estimated by the mayor at S25O,OOO.
Every bridge in the town and nearly every
bridge in the city is gone.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Mr.. j. J. O'Kelly, chairman Of the Par
nell ENJOYS in this country, announced
Tuesday, June 23rd, at Chicago that Mr..
Parnell had decided to attend the CONVEX
ton Of the Irish National League to be
held in Baltimore in Novem Der.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Senator Paddock, of Nebraska has en-
couutered opposition for re election, ex-
Senator Van Wyck being al aspirant for
the place. A bitter contest is anticipated.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Howard L. Johnson, the son of the
founder of the type manufacturing firm of
Johnson, Ellis & Co., of Philadelphia, com.
mitted suicide by shooting himself at his
home, near Paramus, N. j., Tuesday,
June 23rd.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

An of1ioial announcement Of the death OF
Alexander Clark, United States minister to
Liberia, has been recsived by the State De-
partment.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Koch is at work again On his tubercnline
and hopes to improve it during the next
few months, after which he will publish
his own report upon it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Republican leaders and politicians fear
that acknowledgement Wanamaker' s
connection with the Keystone Bank is
going to injure the republican party in
Pennsylvania.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

The grand jury of Pulaski county. Ark,
Friday returned an Indictment against ex-
State Treasurer Woodruff for embezzle-
ment of State funds Woodruff was i'm
mediately placed under arrest.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

The remains Of Gen. A. P. Hill will be
removed from Hollywood Cemetery and
placed in the receptacle prepared for the
purpose in the Hill monument, at the in
tersection of Hermitage and Laburnum
avenues.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Chas. Stewart Parnell and klr, Kate
O'Shsa were married Thursday morning at
Steyning, Sussex, England, by tho registrar
of that town.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

MOTHER AND CHILD KILLED BY LIGHT
NING.-A despatch from Norfolk to the
Richmond Times says that 'during heavy
thunderstorm that passed over Prince
Anne county last Wednesday night about
10 O'Clock the home Of Mr.. Howard Joynes'
a well-known farmer Of that district, was
visited by fearful calamity from the strange
freaks Of Lightning bolt.
Mr.. and Mrs. Joynes were seated in the
kitchen of the dwelling near stove.
The flash was seen in the form of a ball
of fire that played at the root of large
oak-tree. tearing it from the ground.
The death. dealing mass then struck the
stove in the kitchen, SCATTERING it to atoms.
The electric ball struck Mrs. Joynes in
the breast, killing her instantly, the body
turning black in color immediately after
the stroke.
A small babe sitting upon its mothers
lap was instantly killed, yet no marks were
found upon its body.
The house caught fire and was nearly
burned to the ground. The afflicted hus-
band is thought to be demented BY grief"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Mrs. Stuart Wadleigh, Of Norfolk, Va,
was robbsd of So, 900 worth of diamonds at
q New York hotel.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

A statue of.Archbishop Hughes was IN
yelled June oath at st. Johns College,
Fordham, N. Y, and one of Rev. Henry
Ward Beecher in Brooklyn.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

TN THE CLERKS OFFICE OF THE sU-
l. PREME COURT OF APPEALS OF VIR-
GINA, at Staunton, June 5th. 1891.
Pursuant to the code of Virginia. Chapter 10,
Sections 1916, SIT, 3478 and 3i79, proposals will
be received by me at this office, until IL O'Clock
NJ. on
MONDAY. JUNE 10Th, 1891,
for printing all such records as the Supreme
Court of Appeals at Staunton may req uire, for
one year from July 1, 1891; sixteen copies In
each case. 1.-The proposals ehall state the
amount per page of fifteen hundred ems small
plea type, and include the paper, printing,
binding, and a neat cover, with the style OF
the case, and the court from which the record
comes, neatly printed thereon" No unneces.
sary blanks allowed. Each page to contain
fifteen hundred ems by measure, whether the
work be plain. figure or rule. Bond and
ample security" will be required to be given
before the Clerk in his Office. Under Section
quired to be delivered regularly to the Clerk
here, as the work progresses, who will inspect
and return the same, and any expense attend
ant upon the transportation delivery or re-
turn of revises and of records. either manu-
script or printed whether by mall express or
otherwise. shall be paid by the contract print
err. The Clerk reserves the right under Section
3i76 TO reject proposals to do the work at any
place where he cannot take care that the
printing be properly (and promptly done"
The Clerk further reserves the right of reject
ing any bids which in his judgment do not
fully comply with the law and of deciding who
are responsible bidders and what is ample
surety, Within the meaning of the law; and
junlO-3t JAMES B. DORMAN. Clerk,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

The portrait of Christopher Columbus
painted by Chevalier Antonio More has
been bought by Charles F. Gunther, the
curio collector, of Chicago. for $40, 600.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Postmaster-GeneralW anamaker will be
invited to appear again before the councils
Investigating committee in Philadelphia to
explain new phases Of his relations to the
broken Keystone Bank.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

In Kanawha county; W. Va, Taffy Re
veal struck James Byrd with Il stone and
killed HIM.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Harvey Mullins, charged with marder
and illicit distilling IN Virginia, has been
arrested.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

BLASTED 43 DAYs.-Elizabeth Money, of
Rose HILL Ind, died Saturday, after hav-
ing tasted over forty-tbree days. DR.. Il.
e. Tanner, the celebrated faster, was with
her before her death, and pronounced the
case one of the most remarkable on record.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

3 Ex-Congressman John III. L.ugston's
son Is charged bya young woman in Book.
lyn, N. Y, with having deceived her under
promise of marriage.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

A formidable republican revolt against
Senator Quay's leadership has bsen set on
foot in Philadelphia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Six men were killed by c3clone while
working on coalbreaker at Natalie, Pa.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

The widow OF Asa M. Janney died in
Loudoun county, aged ninety-one years.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

The delay of the President in issuing his
proclamation in connection with the reel
procity agreement between the United
States and Spain is causing considerable
speculation in diplomatic circles.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

SToRMs.-A destructive cyclone passed
through Colorado, 25 miles east of Denver,
Thursday night. Houses were blown away,
trees uprooted and carried away, and the
crops for many miles around are complete
y ruined. A dozen persons were injured,
none seriously. Hail fell for twenty min
utes and KILLED about $50 sheep. The eyes
of many sheep were put out.
A terrific wind and hail.storm visited
Centralia, H., Sunday evening, doing much
damage. Buildings were uprooted and
chimneys blown over. The front Of Charles
Sweig's residence was blown in and his
daughter was badly hurt.
Local storms of wind, hail and rain pass
ed over different portions of Southeastern
Indiana and Kentucky Sunday afternoon.
Great damage was done to wheat.
The severest rain and wind.storm ever
known at Dillsboro', Ind, occurred Sunday.
Trees wero uprooted and streets flooded
until impossible.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

The Democratic State Convention OF
Iowa renominated Governor Horace Boies.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Governor Pattison vetoed the bills di7id.
ing the State Of Pennsylvania into congress
s.onal and legislative districts.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

Icertify that G. NJ. Keezle, Com'r above nam
ed, has executed bond as such in the penalty
of s. 10000 with security deemed sufficient con-
ditioned according to law.
Q. s. w. BARNES, Deputy Clerk.
July LIST Ats
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

VYlRGFNIA.-Iu the CLERK Is Office of the
v Court of Hastings for the City of Staun-
tOn-in vacatton-June 23rd, 1891.
B. F. FAX lie and E. L. Jones. late partners IS
VS..
The New York Fertilizer Works and the New
YORK Cordege Co. Defendants.
IN AssUMPsIT AND ON ATTACHMENT.
The object Of this suit is to recover against
the DESCENDANTS she sum OF Sl65.60 with interest
thereon from June 10. 1891, till paid. Dne by
open account.
New Sor, Fertilizer Works. and the New York
Cordage Company non residents OF this
Comm. II '; eaith ~ IS ordered that they do ap-
pear here within fifteen Gays after due puni-
cation OF this order and do what Is necessary
TO protect their 10 ier. SITS.
TeSte
NENTUN ARGENBRIGHT, Clerk.
Patrick q Gordon, p. q jane 2i-4ts
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01
LIEBIC Extract
COMPANIES of Beef.

For Delicious For Improved and
Beef Tea Economic Cookery
One pound of Extract of Beef equal TO forty
pounds of ilean beef. Genuine only with
signature of J. Won LieDig In blue.
July ISt-4ts
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

DNOEaSAE.s FOR BIDS FOR POND
IL GAP PRESBYTERIAN CHAPEL
Bids for the erection of Chapel at Pond Gap
will be received till the 18th Of July 1t will
be FRAME BUILDING Is by 4Ufeet. For plans
and specifications. apply to
j. NJ. KUNKLE,
Chair man of Building Committee.
Address, POND GAP, AUGUSTA Co., VA.
June 2i-3ts.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01
STAUNTON SAVINGS BANK
No % West Main St., Crowle Build ing
Subscribed Capital $4,000.
A. G. GORDON, President W.T.. McCUE, Vice President
G. G. CHILD, Cashier.
One Dollar and Upwards
RECEIVED ON DEPOSIT, AND INTER
FST ALLOWED. LOANS AND DIS
COUNTS.

Oren IA. N. to 5 p. NJ: Mondays and satur-
days "A. NJ. TO Z p. NJ. apr22-6m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01

SPECIAL OFFER DIN ..s .1-
> Until July 18th; at OILY per Week
the RAWLEY SPRINGS. The! Tonic water
OF the WORLD. j. WATKINS LEE.
Junl7-2ts Proprietor.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-07-01
TESTIMONIAL.
A SURE CURE.

PROF. JOHN g. SIUBBS is in the city. at
the Hoover House, Main street,, where he will
remain for a lew days for the treatment OF
persons afflicted with lmpedmeuts in speech,
such as Suffering, Lisping, Stammering. In
distinct Utterances, speaking through the
Nose and all imperfections in speech, Prof
Stubbs bas the highest recommendations from
persons treated, and is endorsed by high medi-
cal authority. Office HOurs-Prom to 10 A. NJ.
IL to 2 p. NJ. to 9P. NJ. Those wishing atten.
ton should call at once or send their address
and they will be called on.
Univ lat.