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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23
FINANCIAL and COMMERCIAL.
THE esA,a TRADE, CROPS. so.

The Cincinnati Price Curent of Dec. 18th,
Gays "the past week has been mild, and for the
most part favorable to the growing wheat crop.
ditions experienced have been more or less
detrimental, Taken as a whole the winter
wheat crop in the West has main taired It's av-
erage condition the past week.
Bad condition Of wagon roads has interfered
with the movement of corn In many localities.
Current prices are stimulating the offerings of
this grain. and a rule farmers are disposed
to sell pretty freely. although in many in-
stances there is SO much confidence In the fu.
ture that such grain as has gone into cribs is
being he'd without reference to prices now
being offered.
The December report of average condition of
the growing wheat crop, submitted by the De-
partment Of Agriculture. indicated 85.3-e low
er point than generally counted on. The trade
found some elements Of strength in the exhibit
at first. but soon evidently reached the conclu-
sion that the stains Of The crop was hardly so
discoui aging the official figures might be
taken to suggest.
The continued meagreness OF supplies Of
corn available for trade demands and to pro-
tect contracts has prolonged the premium for
the current month delivery, and 1t is alleged
by some parties that the market has been so
largely oversold for the later months that this
condition may be expected to DO carried later
10 the season.
Wneat receipts at primary markets were
$4,000 bushels for the week, against 1914 900
the preceding week and 1853 eco last year.
Corn receipts were 1881. 600 bushels against
8, .0e0 the preceding week, and 1857 900 last
year."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23
r7ERnrEHUonK.

The series of meetings at Oakland Chapel
have closed. Quite number of people pros
fessed faith in Christ and number Joined the
church. Just get live old-time Methodist
minister aroused up to the responsibility of
his position and he will surely bring sinners TO
Christ, and we need more of this "old-time"
religion, and less formality. and fashion and
pride which are fast carrying people of the
right and true course. There was some disor-
der at Mt. Moriah church during the meeting
there, and tho minister took several names to
be presented to the grand jury.
We are very sorry to have to chronicle the
death of Mr.. Webb Mizer, which sad event oc-
Cured at his home near Trimble's mill. He
died of consumption. He was very worthy
young man, and his untimeiy death grieves a
large host OF friends He was inferred at Mt.
Tabor cemetery.
Samuel Blackburn, highly respected color
ed man, and prominent local Republican
politician died at his home here Friday last.
He was cold in death when discovered, sup
posed to be from Grippe. He used to belong to
Johu Randolph, Sr., In slave.days. and was
one of his favorite slaves.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23
Tne Southern Historical Magazine.

The above is the tit.e of i: ~ shly magazine
to be- published in Charles :ol, Kanawha coun-
ty, w. Va, by Virgil A. Lewis, Editor and
Proprietor. the first number of which will be
issued In January:
It will be devoted to history, biography, gen.
ealogy, archaeology and kindred subjects. Il
will be called the Southern Historical Maya
zine," not because OF any sectionalism, but for
the reason that it will be confined chiefly to Its
subjects as they relate to the Southern part OF
our country, where similar publications do not
exist. Sectionalism, sectarianism and politics
Will be unknown to Its pages.
The work will be issued monthly. in antique
cover. and will contain forty eight pages of
double.column matter. sll original thus givs
ing to the subscr iber SIC pages. or ll52 columns
of matter in single year. The subscription
price will be SO 90. aud thus 1t Is seen that no.
where else can such an amount of valuable
matter be purchased for SO small a sum. sew
erai of the best known writer's in the South
have promised liberal contributions OF articles
adapted to It's pages.
This magazine will be Of great interest, par
ticularly to Virginians. and we hope 1t Will
receive liberal and gene rous support.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

10th the method and results when
Syrup of Figs is taken; it is pleasant
aad refreshing to the taste, and acts
gently yet promptly on the Kidneys,
Liver and Bowels, cleanses the sys-
tenn eaectually, dispels colds, head
aches and fevers and cures habitua
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 ard 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 whc]
wishes to try it. Do not accept any,
substitute.
CALIEORvyA Fic SYRUP co. |
SAN FRANCISCO. CAL. !
LOUISVILLE, KY. NEW YORK. RY
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23
The srusicians' Guide.

Every music teacher. student or music lover
should.have this volume Itcontains 2l2 pages
of valusble musical information, with full de-
scription of over 10000 pieces of music and
music books. biographical sketches of over l5O
composers, with portraits and other 1llustra-
lions. Also choice selection of new vocal and
instrumental music and other attractive fea-
lures Upon receipt of eight two~cent stamps,
to prepay postage. we will mail Gree, a copy OF
The Musicians Guide, also sample copy
of Brainard's Musical World. con talning
81. 90 worth of new music and interesting read
ing matter. Address
THE 8. BRAINARD'S SONS CO.,
Chicago, Ill.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

DEATH OF Mr.. JESSE L. G. BERRY OF BALI
TIMoRE.-Mr J. L. G. Berry, of Baltimore, IA
Their of our esteemed and well-known citizen,
Mr. Chas. G. Berry, shoe-merchant of this city.
died of paralysis at his residence in Baltimore
on Wednesday, the 23rd inst.
In noticing his death, the Baltimore Amer
lean" says
The deceased had been with large nre>brlcK
concerns OF Baltimore, but for the past Two
years he has been retired Mr.. Berry was sew
enty wears of age, and was boru in South Ball
Lodge of Masons and Mechanics Lodge I. o.
10. F. He was also prominent member of st.
Marks English Lutheran church. Five chill
boys, The latter are Charles G. Berry, in buss
neis in stanton, Va, and Harry 9. Berry, OF
Americas, Ga. A daughter OF Mr.. Berry mar
Democratic politician.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23
PRIVATE BANKS CLOSED.

All the private banks with which A. R.
Rosenberger is cUnuscted have closed up.
The Waynesboro' BANK, Rosenberger q
Shirley; Rosenberger. Spindle d Co., Warren
ton, Va; Rosenberger, Myers & Go, Gordons-
vile, doing business as the Piedmont bank;
Rosen berger. shirley & Co., New Market. Va;
Rosen berger, Shirley & Co.. Basic City, doing
business as the Iron Cross bank.
The banks in Stanton are not affected by
these failures. 1t is supposed that the loss OF
depositors will not be very great as the par
ties have assigned all their property.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23
PRAYER OF TIE ". G. #. U.

The Woman's Christian Temperance Union
of virginia now numbering Al local societies,
with membership of 1854. have. in view OF
the approaching holiday season, passed the
following resolutions, praying that the strong
sensible women of our State, unite with us
remem boring with intense sorrow the many
instances recorded, as we'll as those which have
come under our own observation wherein
young men have been tempted beyond recall
through the social wine-glass rendered by
some, WE'LL meaning, perhaps, but thoughtiess
society friend, we deem it fitting TINA to
sound a note of warning.
Therefore
ResoLUed That we do earnestly implore our
ladies' to refrain from offering wine any
other intoxicating beverage. at any entertain
ment during the coming holiday sehson.
ResoLued That urge our young meu to
avoid he cup that lneoriates, IN every time
and place. or by whomsoever offered.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

BURIAL OF DR.. KREBs.-In speaking CT the
burial of DR.. VIM. F. Krebs. whose death in
this City we noticed last week, the Woodstock
County Record says
1.-THE remains were brought here for inter-
ment Wednesday morning. They were met at
the depot by Cassia Lodge. who accompanied
the remains to the grave. Rev. J. A. j, Blu,
shong, of the Lutheran church. OBLIGATED at
with the solemn and Impressive ceremonies Of
the Masons."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

Near Gordonsvile, Monday Of last week,
while some eolored boys were engaged in
playing base ball TIVE Of them got to disput
ing about the game and quarrel was the
result. Then one of the boys named John
Bird struck zack Lewis, jr., On the head
with rock, from the effects of which he
disd Tuesday. The one killed was about
nineteen years of age. The boy who did
the killing is in custody.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

THE NEW York HERALD.-We publish In
another column the prospectus of the N. Y.
Herald, the greatest and most enterprisng
paper published. II furnishes vast amount
of reading matter on almost every possible
subject, and news from all parts OF toe world.
1t seems to have able and industrious CORES
pondents in every quarter Of the globe, and 1t
gives the news daily from all parts Of the civils
ized world. We value 1t highly aud would BOT
fsel Statistic ed to pass a night without reading
the Herald of the morning. 1t is received here
in the evening of its date of publication.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

FLOUR FOR THE RUSSIANS. 1t is esti-
mated that twenty millions of people in
Russia, about third Of the population
of the United States, are suffering for the
want of food. The Millsrs of Minnesota
have inaugursted donation Of flour to be
sent to them, and ask all the millers of the
country to contribute
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

The high tariff of this country, By COM
pelling foreign cotton manufacturers to nav
for American cotton with scarce gold in
stead OF with foreign products, has stimu-
lated them to promote the cultivation of
cotton in India and Egypt, and with such
success that the demand for American cot
ton has decreased considerably, and the
price thereof is lower now than it has been
for many years. No wonder all the late
candidates for the Spsakership of the U. s.
House Of Representatives are in favor Of
the repeal of the Mckinley bill.-Alexan-
dria Gazstte.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

VALUABLE FARM SoLD.-Oa SATURDAY.
last Dir. Thos. w. McClung, ore of the
leading farmers and stock raisors of Green.
ofier, sold his valuable grain and blue
grass farm of s04 acres, five miles north of
Lewisburg, to Mr.. A. NJ. Mclaughlin, Of
Pocahontas county, who, until recently,
owned the land on which Marlinton, the
future county-seat Of that county, will be
built. Tho price, as we are informed, was
about SIS. 900. and in addition, MIR. Nc
Laughlin buys all the grain and stock now
on the place.-Greenbrier (W. Va.,) Inde-
pendent.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

The N. Y. "Herald'' says thst Michael
Harvey. lunatio who was discharged as
cured from the Flatbush Luna.ic Asylum
in South Brooklyn on December 9Th, shot
and killed John Connerty, his best friend,
wounded Mr.. and Mrs. Dickinson, forced
his sister to jump from fire escape where.
by she was seriously injured, and wound
up BY committing suicide.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

when lovely woman stoops to folly" and
goes out in the snow without her India rub
bers the only art to cure her cold is to buy one
bottle of DIR. Bulls Cough Syrup at Is cents.
and take 1t.
''Speak this speech, as tell you. trippingly
on the tongue" Say that one Of the great
benefactions of the age is small bottle of Sal
walton OIL the greatest cure on earth for pain.
Only % cents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

NATHAN GoFF FOR JUDGE. THE Presi-
dent did not nominate either Judge L. l..
Lewis or Judge John Paul for the new ap-
pellate court, but Nathan Golf, of W.
Va The fight between the Malone ard
Anti-Mahope factions of this State prevent
ed the nomination of either Paul or Lewis.
This result was expected.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

Mr., H. E. Loving of this City has the ezclu-
sive right to sell in this City the goods of the
Waynesbolo' Stove Company These goods
are unexcelled by any, and these who want
them should apply to n. E. Loving. VINO will
accommodate you. He keeps everything in
his line of business, and will sell them on
good terms.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

RICHMOND TIMES CALENDAR.-Eye have re-
ceived a copy of the beautiful Calendar of the
Richmond Times, one of the best and most in-
terprising papers published in the South. The
first page OF the Calendar contains miniature
copy of the Times and the fourth page contains
representation in colors OF the magnificent
times Building. The Calendar for the year
1892 occupies the End page. and the prospectus
ti,oo Ord
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

SHOT FROM AMBUsH.-It Is reported here
that, on lass Friday. near Lebanon Springs
Samuel McNamany was shot in the shoulder
by an unknown party from ambush. Several
shots were fred, but only one ball struck him
He is not dangerously wounded. This is an
unusual crime in this part of the country. ant
1t is hoped the criminal will be arrested ant
punished according to his deserts.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

W1EDLE STILL AT LARGE.-Windle, the in
cane man whom it seems Impossible to keep
confined, Is still at large. He 10 supposed to ba
iu Shenandoah county. and there is no telling
how soon he may cause the death of some one
A sufficient reward should be offered to secure
his capture. He has made his escape several
times from Jail and several times from the In
sane Asylum.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

The connection of the West Virginia
Central Railroad with the Grafton and
Greenbrier has been made at Belington,
the last rail being laid Friday. The mar
gague bet ween Grafton and Belington will
be made standard at an early day, and be-
fore the winter is over it is expected that
the West Virginia Central trains will enter
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

Don nj. Dickinson, the we'll known Michi-
ing ex-President Cleveland at Lakewood
N. j., denies most emphatically the stories
of Mrs. Cleveland's poor health. On the
contrary, he says she BIAS every appearance
of being in good health. The baby is fine,
healthy and intelligent looking.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

Frank W. Ho. ISL, the inventor of the
mechanical boiler Cleaner, attempted to as
sassinate Judge Horace 8. Clark at Mat
tooD, H., Tuesday night of last week, by
firing at him fire times. One bullet rrazed
Judge Catk's face, one lodged in his
shoulder, and auo:her in the leg, just above
the knee. While the wounds are painful.
they are not dangerous. Judge Clark is
oo1 marder ef the G. a. K. Department of
Illinois. Hornish was arrested.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

In an ARRAY in Prince Georges county
between Washington West, farmer, and
Junius Cotton, a colored employee, West
was badly beaten by Cotton. The latter
has been placed in Jail ia Petersburg,
lynching being feared if he was kept in
Pficce Georges county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

ELECTION oF::KNIGHTs OF HoNoR.-on Mon
day night, the Stanton Lodge of the knights
of Honor elected the following officers who
will be installed January 5th when a banquet
will be given: W L Olivier dictator; L Ed
mondson, vice dictator; e D Hsislip. assistant
Dictator William A Burnett, reporter; Alex
ander Hart. Treasurer; Il L Powell, chaplain;
George Peace, guide; ] w Forbish, sentinel.
Trustees, Major A i Kinney. Alexander Hart.
William A Burnett. Representative to thu
grand lodge. L Edmondson; Alternate, M
Keblfpger.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

The building of q road frem Roanoke
through Fincastle to Clifton Forge, which
is to be pushed, will connect the two great
systems, the Norfolk and Western and the
Chesapeake and Ohio, and open, in connec-
ton with other lines, direct route between
Pittsburg and the South.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

Mr.. John II. Mitchell, who had been en-.
gagged in saving lumber on the farm OF
Mrs. s. B. Fry, three miles west of Lewis
burg, had his leg broken between the thigh
and knee, on Thursday last, caused by a
log rolling on him. He waa taken to his
home in White Sulphur district, This eo1u-
ty, and the broken limb set by DR.. S. FL
Austin.-Greenbre CIV. Va Indep7od
emit,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23
CNMMENDAEEE.

All claims not consistent with the high char
acter of Syrup ofFiss are purposely avoided by
the Cal. Fig Syrup Company. 1t acts gently on
the kidneys, liver and bowels. cleansing the
system efectualiy, but 1t is not cure-au and
makes no pretensons that every bottle Will
not substantiate.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

While some well-diggers we're at work
recently il La Grange, Ga, about 30 feet
from tho surface they came upon several
trunks Of what seemed to be cedar wood.
on which iaere were Indications of cuts
with sharp tools.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

CoLoRED INsANE.--On Saturday Sallie Cove
near Laurel Eli, and Jesse Coles at Stuarts
Draft. both colored, were declared by commits
sioners of lunacy-properly insanity-to be
insane. and will be sent to the Asylum for the
colored insane. Nothing is mora remarkable
than the increase of insanity among the color
ed people slnce their emancipation.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

GOOD OYSTERS FOR THE HoLIDAYs.-Besides
all kinds OF the bsst meats for sale at his meat
store, Mr.. a. Lee Knowles has good, solid
sound, luscious OYSTERS for the coming holi.
days, during which time that palatable and
healthful bivalve is in great demand. He and
his brother will take pleasure in waiting upon
you and supplying you with what you want
in their line of business.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

Rev. Samuel W. Blain, we'll known
Presbyterian minister, formerly in charge
of church in Albemarle county, died last
week in Louisville, KY, aged eighty five
years.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23
CEFHISTM AS.

Christmas will be here before our next issue,
and we extend TO all the greetings OF the sea-
son, wishing them merry and happy Christ
mas and long and prosperous lives We hope
the day Will be celebrated as it should be. and
not with Bacchanalian revelry, which is des'
ecration of the celebration ofthe anniversary
of the birth of the Saviour. 1t should be OBJ
served, as originally designed. as christian
celebration with devotion ahd deeds OF charity
and beuevolence.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

Sister Rose Gertrude, the young English
woman who went to the Hawaiian Islands
to minister TO The leper settlement at Molo-
kai, bat who Was refused landing there,
has bsen married to DR.. Lu!z, of honolulu.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23
MONDAY. DEC. 21s1

Samuel Paul, while eating his supper in
a restaurant at P sul's Valley, L., recently,
Was assassinated by :. nan, wis blew tho
top of his head off with shotgun. JOSEPH
Paul, son of the deceased, is charged with
the crime. The father and SOL had long
been on unfriendly terms.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23
THE LEGISLATURE.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10TH.

The two branches of the General AS
sembiy met in joint session and formally
declared the election of United States
Senator John W. Daniel.
| A bill was presented in the House of
Delegates by Mr.. Thomas requiring rail.
road companies to redeem tickets not used
before their expiration.
| The subcommittee from the Joint COM
mittee on elections and privileges this
evening completed the Legislative apportion-
ment bill. The only changes in the soma
torial districts are these: Frederick county
is taken out Of the twelfth district and put
in tie tenth; Page county is removed from
the tenth to the twelfth; Petersburg city
and Dinwiddis county Will fcrm one dis
trict. and Greensville, Sussex, Surrey and
Prince Gorge will comprise smother.
The following are the changes in the
House. distr cts: Richmond city, Pittsyl-
vania and Roanoke gain each a member;
Bedford loses one; Goochland is taken out
of The Chesterfield district and put with
Fluvanna, that district to have one Dele
gate; the district of Chesterfield, Powhatan
and Manchester city will be entitled to two
Delegates; Essex and Middleaex will form
one district and Gloucester and Matthews
another, one Delegate being lost in the four
counties; King William Is put in the New
Kent and Charles City district, another
member being lost here; tie district of
James City. Elizabeth City, York and
WarEick ga.ns a member, and Elizabeth
City will form u district to Itself.
THURSDAY, DEC 18th.
In the Senate Mr.. Wickham offered a
bill to authorize the issue of additional
bonds and stocks by the Chesapeake and
Ohio Railway Company, and defining the
purposes to which they are to be applied. =
Mr.. Wickham also introduced bill to
authorize the same company to construct
Or acquire branches or extensions and issue
its mortgage bonds thereon, or to hold
stock in and guarantee the bonds of corpo-
ratioEs owning such branches and extern
sions.
Delegate Hoge, in the House, presented
bill to amend the code in relation to car
rying concealed weapons. The bill makes
the file for the first offense $50 and for the
second in addition to the fine thirty DAYS in
Jail.
Mr.. Saunders offered bill 10 amend the
code so as to allow the wife of an insane or
infant husband to convey her own estate
or release her dover in lands sold.
In the afternoon Senator John W. Daniel
addressed the members of the General AS.
sembly in the hall of the House of Dale
gates. Lieut-Gov. J. Hoge Tyler presided
and introduced the Senator. Major Daniel
was received with great applause. He
thanked the members for his reelection,
and kindly alluded to the two republicans,
who, while they did not vote for him, re-
Trained from opposing him. The Senator
then briefly discussed few of the prin.
ciples Of the democratic party. He spoke
about ten minutes. At the conclusion of
his remarks he held a short reception in the
hall.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

What is said to be the first carload of
pig. tin ever mined ca the North American
continent arrived 10 Pittsburg on Tuesday
of last week. 1t came from Durango, Mex,
and is the property of the Pittshurg and
Mexican Tin Mioing Company. There are
altogether twenty tons of the metal. The
ore of the company at its mines is yielding
IA per csnr- The higheat yield at the mines
in Wales is q Ter ceat.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-12-23

PHEE.. KNAPP, OPTICEAN, will be in
his office at Staunton on WEDNESDAY,, DEC.
23RD, and remain until Tuesday evening, Jan.
5th, 1.-TWO weeks. Office at DR.. Burkholder's
Dental rooms over Maj. Harris Bazaar. Ex-
animation free. dec 1876