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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
What's the Matter with the physicians?

This question is suggested BY the revolt
ing conduct of two physicians in this State
who were arrested lastsweek for crimes of
the deepest dye-Dr. Geo. M. Wichliffe of
Brookneal, Campbell county, on the charge
of chloroforming and committing an outrage
on Mrs. Childress, patient, whilst he had
sent the husband several miles distant for
medicine which, he said, she needed; and
that of DR.. John A. P. Baker, of Abingdon,
for causing the death of his wife BY slow
poisoning, and conspiriug with Mrs. W. r.
Gilmer to poison her husband in similar
mannef-hs furnishing the poison and she
administering it. It is in reference to these
horrible cases that the Indec-Appeal re-
marks as follows -
s'WHEN the family honor is not safe in
the hands of the minister and the family ply
stefan, where can it find safety The hor-
rib,e reports from Pulaski [Abiugdon] and
Charlotte [Campbell] counties, detailing be-
trayal of confidence aud the commission of
the BLACKLIST of all crimes By men whuse
profession should make them the very
sanctuary of honor, may we'll shake ones
men of education, of high social position,
and of refined and Christian surroundings
-honored, trusted and rewarded as they
were--;s infinitely greater, than tho sin for
watch many an ignorant and BRUTAL negro
has suffered death at the hands of Justly
angry mob. We would not, of course, 10
these cases, invoke lynch Law, any mere
than We commend and justify its exercise
| in the other cases mentioned, but IL guilt ig
fastened on these physicians by fair and
impartial trial, and they are not hanged in
consequence, then justice will have been
cheated of its dues, and encouragement
given to that lecherods class of creatures
who, as Goethe makes MephistoDheles say,
employ diploma that they may
-'at once those easy freedoms use
FOR which another many an year must plead"
Iney are stigma on, as we'll as an excep-
tion to noble, humane and Indispensable
profession which stands, next to the pulpit,
higher in the confidence and affections of
mankind than any other. The average
Virginia jury, we think, may be trusted to
see that full justice is melted out in thtse
cases.''
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
Council of Farmers Alliance.

By order of the National Legislative Com.
mittee OF the Farmers Alliance Congressional
District, Legislative Councils were held on
Wednesday last May 9th. In all the Congress
sionai Districts of the State. On that day the
Council for this District met in this city. Mr.
Frederick Mchler of Rockbridge was elected
President, and Mr.. W. c. Carson of Cumber.
land, Secretary.
Mr.. Il. w. Harris of Allegheny was elected
Lecturer foc the Congressional District. After
consideration of the subjects mentioned &, reso.-
utions we're adopted in favor of change in the
systems of taxation and immigration, and in
condemnation Of The use of money in cleo
tions, ard ng.farmers to take more inter
est In political issues and electiona.
The Council adjourned to meet in Lexington
on the third Wednesday III July.
At THU Council, this coUaty was represented
by George ". Konsr; Nelson, by Colonel ]. l.
HubHrd; Anaherat. by Sa,cusi Irvine; Cunnher-
ialli, y ". @. Carson; Rock bridge. by Frede-
rick Mohler: and Allegheny, by r. w. Harris
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For the Spectator
Excursion to Clifton Forge.

STAUNToN, Va. May ]1th, 1891.
On last Sunday, there was an Excursion
from this City to attend the dedication of the
new Catholic Church at Clifton Forge, Va.
under the auspices of the Hibernian Society
which was largely attended.
The dedicatory services were conducted by
Bishop Vandevyer of Richmond. Va. assisted
by Father Singer OF Charleston, Duffy O
Lewiaburg McGirk of Lynchburg. and Kelly
of Clifton Forge Va The dedication sermon
was preached by Father Stinger. who eloquent
ly contrasted the difference between the Tenn.
Piles of the ancient Jews and those of the pres.
emit dag, and conc uded by first congratulatips
the Rev Bishop upon the fact that the Catholic
population of the state were keeping abreast
of the material developments, in Church
building, and secondly, Rev. Father Kelly on
the magnificent success achieved by him dur
ing the short term of his pastorate. The ex.
cursionists left Clifton Forge much pleased
with the evidences of her industrial activity
and the hospitality of her people. All went
well until Buffalo Gap was reached, when o
stop was made to allow the Flying Duchman'
to pass, when unfortuna tely Mr.Edward Shee-
han climbed up q steep bank to gather wild
flowers and hearing the approaching train
concluded he was about being left and started
down the steep bank to cross to the other side
and only discovered his mistake too late. It
is reported that the Engine of the Flying
Duchman" struck him and knocked him a
distance OF seven orIeight feet He was picked
up unconscious, and carried to the Baggage
Car. and, as there were no doctors to be had
the Conductor wired Staunton to have one on
hand on arrival of train.
DR.. 81. H. Henkel was promptly on hand
and, after careful examination, TO the Salts
faction of host of anxious friends, pronourc-
ed him not fatally hurt. Other than one
small bone of the left hand no bones were
broken. He received one very ugly scalp
wound, but did not fracture the skull. His
right hip was also very badly bruised, but,
considering all things,he escaped very luckily.
We are happy to report that he is getting along
very nicely. and hope to see him in his famil-
lar walk of life in very short time.
A HIBERNIAN.
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II ia KyS

WARD.-Near Harrisonburg, May 4th, after Q
protracted illness of consumption. Mrs. Hem
moran Ward, wife of Mr.. Michael Ward aged
about 20 years.
She leaves husband and three daughters
Mrs. Jonas Liskey and two unmarried daugh.
tiers. Mrs. James e, Reherd deceased. was also
a daughter.
She was buried on Tuesday, the 5th inst
the Rev. Father McVerry conducting the sol.
enn funeral services of the Catholic Church
OF which Mrs. Ward was devout member.
HEWITF.-In Stanton. on May 4th, Raymond
NJ, infant son OF Geo. 8, and Lula W. He.
witt.
WOOD.-At his residence. No. 1903 E. franklin
street Richmond, May 1st, Charles e. Wood
formerly of Stanton, aged 48 years He
leaves a widow formerly Miss Annie shelley
ofStaunton. He was member of the Fifth
Virginia Infantry, Stonewaii Brigade nnc
lost leg during the war.
McCLUNG.-At his home near Williamsburg
Greenbrier Co., West Va, May 5th, Mr., Cnas
A. McCiung, aged go years.
Mr.. McClung was one of Greenbr:er's SUB
stantial citizens and was a nsenab;s of the
Greenbrfer Cavalry during the late war.
DICKSCN.-On Saturday .+Aprit 18th 1881, nea,
WhtteSulphnr Springs, West Va, Mrs: John
M Dickson, aged 46 years. Death was caused
By an aggravated attack of Qutnsy following
the grip. Decease1 wasa consistent member
OF the Methodist erGsao
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
The place TO buy millinery is at the Bee
Hive Store Come and see

REMARKABLE WEATHER.-Several weeks
ago. we were surprised to see from the weather
reports that the warmest weather in the Uni
ted States at that time was in Dakota-the
thermometer registering Sc degrees Last week
Dakota was covered with snow, and there was
snow and freezing weather in other States in
the North and Northwest, and. strange to say.
at that time the thermometer registered So de-
grees on the Eastern slopes Of the Rocky Noun
tains.
These facts should convince those of their
error who believe that the phases of the moon
indicate the weather. for the phases of the
moon we're the same in all these places. and
yet there was winter weather in some of them
and summer weather In others.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
Monday. May il.


E5WINE.-The market Is fairly supplied with
Hogs this week. the number being only some
eco head less than the receipts last weeF. The
quality is but little. # any better than that OF
last Mondays offerings No variation is
nj ted in values. We quote the range a. 6aT14
cts per ID net, most sales of the best fat West-
ern Hogs at II cts, down to 6a6A cts for the
lighter near by stock. Rough Hogs. sows and
stays, sell down to cts per ID net. The receipts
of Hogs during the week numbered 8.5GT head.
New York livestock Market. Nay II
Cat:le-Recapts 1900 head. The market was
steady; native steers 20a$6. so per 100 BIS. and
Balls and Cows 2.62 ss4.9). Dressed Beef steady
at S129l0 cts per ID. Sntpm ents - Beef Cattle,
aud - quarters OF Beef. Calves-Rec eipts
2iN0 head. market lower; Veals 4as6.50 per 100
ths, bu termilks 3e0as4 90 per 100 lbs. sheep
and Llmbs--Receipts Ii 900: market lower,
nushorn Sheep 00as000. clipped do 50sS5. Is
per l00 lbs clipped Lambs 5laS7. 81 per f0J hs,
and spring do. 7 75as9. IS per 100 hs. Dressed
Mn,toa slow at l0aills cts per addressed Lambs
lover ut ,2s.is15 cts per 10. Hogs-Receipts IL,
Sc; Gnarket steady at 40a35 IS per 100 lbs.
E5ssssasnd Live-stees Market, May IL
Prices:
Cattle-Best. 5l4a51kc. gross; a few extra ane
higher; medium to good, 4i6c. gross; common
to fair, 2l5a331c. gross.
Buis-211za311ss gross
Sheep-4a6c. gross.
lambs Ease gross.
49,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

On Wednesday and Thursday mornings OF
last week the mercury was about the freezing
points, degrees. This cold wave from the
Northwest was followed by very warm one
from the west and at three O'Clock Saturday.
the mercury rose tie 81 degrees, about the tenn
perature which prevailed on the eastern slope
of the Rocky mountains three or four days be-
fore when there was snow and freezing wealth
er in the Northern and North western States
1t seems rather remarkable that we should
get our warmest weather, not from the south
but from the west, as was the case last sum-
mer. On Sunday at three p. H.. the thermom-
eter registered So degrees and on Monday sc
degrees, oearlv as warm as it gets here in the
warmest days in midsummer.
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From the State Republican May 9TH.


On Tuesday morning our community was
painfully shocked and distressed to hear OF the
sudden death of this good and lovely lady. Nc
intimation had been given to her friends OF
her illness-indeed. she was we'll on Sunday
and Monday or only suffering from what was
supposed to be an attack OF neuralgia. from
which she was recently frequent sufferer. In
the early hours of Tuesday she passed away
from the effects of an accumulation of morp-
hine administered by her physician as at pre-.
vious times, but which in this instance, failed
to assimilate. When it was discovered by hei
husband that she was sleeping too soundly
consulting physicians were quickly summon.
ed who Joined with her physician. DR.. Jones
in doing everything possible for relief. but all
to no avail.
Mrs Lauck was in her 25th year. She was
the wife OF our popular townsman, Mr. s. W.
Lauck, and daughter of Mr.. James Todd. Of
Mt. Scion. Augusta county, Virginia. She
leaves two little children. one about years
and the other months old
Mr.. Lauck has the sympathy OF the entire
community in his bereavement, and words
cannot express the tender feeling manifested
for the sweet, unconscious babies, who have
lost their best friend-their mother.
The remains of Mrs. Lauck were removed to
Mt. Scion and the funeral took place yester-
day from the Presbyterian church at Messy
Creek, her pastor. Rev. L. B. Johnson. of this
place officiating.
After the abovesfrom the State Repu5, ican
was in type we received the Spirit Of the Valley
which, in connection with it's notice of the
death of Mrs. Lauck, mentions the following
touching Incident
I'VE are informed that one of the most
touching scenes ever witnessed in this COM
muuity occurred when Mr.. Lauck's little girl,
too young to realize what death was, yet old
enough 10 see his great grief and desiring to
comfort him, said Papa don't cry, mama is
ust asleep"
May the bereaved Husband be brought to a
realizing sense of these comforting words SO
psthetcally uttered by his innocent child
now too young TO understand their full import
and remember that they were but the I'M
conscious repetition of the words of comfort
spok en- over eighteen hundred years ago by
Him who"does not willing aff1ict the children
of men, when standing beside the grave OF
one who was dead and buried. He said HE IL
not dead, but sleepeth.''
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
MARRxAGEsl

COFFMAN-CASSIDY.- 7, 1891 near Wey-
er's Cave, John S. Coffman ard Sadie @.
Cassidy.
FORRER-TREVY-May 7th, 1891, at Messy
Creek Samuel Forfer. Esq, of Basic City,
and Mrs Virginia Terry
AUBU5-MIOHAEL-Ma TO- 1901, al Horn
town, VIM L. Staubus and Martha Michael,
both of Augusta.
FOSTER-BAYES-AtW Winfield, w, Va, May
9th, Mr.. Walter Foster, Manager for Messrs.
SWeetwood & Co., of Clifton Forge, Va and
Miss Amelia Bayes, of Winfield. VIVA.
ARMENTROUT-BROW Wednesday
May 9th, 1891, in the Presbyterian Church. at
Worsharn, Va. by Rev. Charles White, D. d.,
Mr.. D. M. Armentrout, of the Richards,
Greenbrier county. West Va. and Miss Daisy
g. Brown. of Hampden- Sidney. Va.
SNYDER-GEORGE.- Monday. May 9th,
near Lewisburg. West Va, ct the residence
of Mr.. Henry II. George. an uncle of the
bride. Mr.. John D. Snyder aud Miss Annie
George.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
WE CAUTION ALL AGAINST THEM.

The unprecedented success and merit Of
Ely's Cream Baln-a real cure for catarrh,
hay fever and cold in the head-has in
duced many adventurers to place catarrh
medicines bearing some resemblance in ap-
pesrauce, style or name upon the market,
in order to trade upon the reputation of
Ely's Cream Balm. Don't be deceived -
Buy only Ely's Cream Balm. Many in
yonr immediate loo llity will testify in
highest commentator of if. A particle is
applied into each nostril; no pain; agree
abis to use. Price so cents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
or the SPECTATOR.
Roads

Mr. Eaitor:-Can you tell your readers
how many miles Of county public roads
there are in Augusta-the average grade
per mile--the maximum grade2
There was Commission appointed soma
time last year to examine and report on
the county roads with a view to a sys-
tematic improvement of the sans.
What action has been taken by them
AID what by the Court
In case of injury to persons or property
from falling dead timber on the margin of
tho county roads, who will be liable for
the damages-the Road Master, the Road
District, tbs county, or who?
The frosts of last week along tho low
grounds and creeks have been destructive
to the fruit; on the highlands not. The
dlougbt of over months duration has
saved the wheat from excessive growth,
tut is cutting short the oats and clover.
crops. ToM.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

BEECHER DIED LAUGHING. - When
Henry Ward Beecher was dying he broke
out into loud and continuous laughter.
"What is it, Mr.. Beechei?" asked his
wife as she bent over him.
"Oh. oh, oh, 1 had such a funny dream.
I cav such queer things. Ha, ha, ha; it
makes me laugh to think about it. Such o
funny dream"
Then the dying preacher, still strug-
Cling with his mirth, sank into that
sleep which has no dream. Detroit Free
Preaa
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

ECLIPSE OF THE MooN.-There will be a total
eclipse of the moon on the 23rd of this month.
but it will not be visible in this part Of the
earth. Those who live on the opposite side OF
the earth VIII have the pleasure of witnessing
1t.
The eclipse is caused by the'enterposition of
the earth between the sun and moon-the
earth for tie time preventing the rays of the
sun from falling on the moon-in other words
the moon is in the shadow of the earth.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

The price of many of the nacsssaries Of
life is raised by trusts; the tariff i, the life
blood of trusts, without which it would be
impossible for them to live. But at every
congressional election people, poor people,
to whom the cost of the necessaries of life
is matter of great Importance, vote for
men who favor a high tariff. And yet
these same people will deal at the cheapest
stores. But there is nothing too inconsist-
emit for some minds.-Aler. Gazette.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

THE NEW Orleans episode does not check
the influx of foreign immigrants, and we
have no doubt that the increasing proba-
bility of vigorous legislation by the next
Congress increases it. Look at these
figures go, 449 persons landed at the New
York Barge Office in April the highest
number in any April since 1882. This
makes no account of the foreigners who
come in from other directions and through
other channels. This Country will soon
lose it's American. characteristics if tho
flood gates are not olosed.-Norfork Land
,unrE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

Now, "Markis," come! What are yon
going to do about it? Would you like to
establish a criminal colony in the Uuited
States? There is plenty of room here for
more than Isaly's entire population, If hon.
est, law abiding, peaceable and industrious,
but not an inch for thsgs and scoundrels
who are possessed of the devil, and should
be driven into the sea like the herd Of
ewine in the olden time.-NorfoH Land
marx
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
Another Sauihera Authar.

The anonymous serial story jerry
which has created 80 much interest since
June last, is now acknowledged by Miss
Sarah Barnwell Elliott. 1t is another trib.
ute to Southern literary genius. Her
father was Bishop Elliott of Georgia, and
har brother Bishop Elliott, of Tennessee.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
LADIES and GENTLEMEN'S
REST "A U r a N II.

We adopt this means of informing the pubs
lie that we have pun released OF Miss Mary Casey
the restaurant which she has been conducting
for some years on Main street, next door to
the SPECTATOR office, and that we will con-
duct it in good style in more suitable rooms q
few doors West, on the same street.-The rooms
ton opposite the Opera House-and would
respectfully solicit the patronage of the public
generally. and of its former patrons partfcu-
larry. and promise to give satisfaction both as
to prices and the character of the fare.
MARGARET Il LUCY CAUTHORN.
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StGGntOn Markets.
SPECTATOR OFFICE.

STAUNToN. VA. May 18th, 1891.
We are sorry to have to report a reduction
in the prices of nearly everything the farmer
has to sell. There is small reduction in the
prices of flour. corn, oats. hay. and butter
From all the Indications from Europe, though
there seems to be good prospect for an
abundant wheat crop in this country, We
believe the prospects for good prices fol
the next crop to be quite favorable. The
prospect for the farmers is better now than
it has been for some time, and they have good
grounds for encouragement. We hope it will
be so. for when the farmers prosper all are
benefited.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

ARTISTIC NEEDLE-WoRK.-Mr. E. Wright
at his store No. lob E. Main street, has a fine
display OF artistic needle-work done on the
New Home Sewing Machine 1t is worth
visiting to see what can be done on a sewing
machine. The specimens of work are beauti-
full. and excite the wonder, surprise, and admi'
ration of all who examine them. Mr.. Wright
has New Home Sewing Machines for SALE
Call and see him and his machines.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
ACCIDENT AT LocH LAIRD.-The Buens

Vista ADVOCATE of May 9Th says -
"Monday afternoon an accident occurred
at Loeb Laird station which is related a.
follows: John Loving, of Augusta, driving
two empty wagons, one fastened to the
other, was crossing the track Of the G. s.
o. Railway going west. At the same time
an engine was pushing some cara up the
track. The cars struck the team, killing
one horse and wounding the other and
crushed the wagons. The driver received
painful bruises on his right side and hip.
The team and wagons belonged to Mr.. j..
KidStop Kerr"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
THELADEEs DELIGHTED.

The pleasant effect and the perfect safety
with which ladies may use the liquid frul'
laxative, Syrup of Figs, under all conditions
make 1t their favorlte remedy. 1t is pleasing
to the eye and to the taste, gentle. yet enectna
In acting en- the kidneys, liver and bowels,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

The Three FaIes,' Qnftial Chapters) +
Marion Crawfords new novel. is the great lea
ture of the May number of the Home Maker
The story is OF a young journalist. and the
scenes are laid in New York. The studies are
realistic, and the gradual development of char
acter intensely interesting. 1t is all the better
for being purely American and dealing with
the practical life and questions of to-day.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

Now that Venezuela is ready to conclude
a reciprocal treaty with the United States,
perhaps Mr.. Harrison's son "Russ" will be
inspired to say that Blaine had nothing to
do with it. This reminds one very much
of the boy who said to his chum: 81 can't
lick you, but my little sister can make faces
at yours. "-Inder-App
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

Bishop J. W. Holt will preach the dedica-
tory sermon of the U. E. Church in the Opera.
House next Sunday (May 17th) IL O'Clock A
NJ; also preaching at s P. NJ.
The puplic are cordially invited.
ID. DoNAvEN Pastor.
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Anniversary Edition of the Basic City
ADVANCE.

Anniversary EIINfUH UI the shdsEc CILy
Advance.
On last Thursday, the Basic City Advnnce
issued 40,0G0'copies of its Anniversary edition
of eight pages illustrated. with likenesses, &C
companied by brief biographical sketches, of a
number of gentlemen VINO. have been promi-
nent in advancing the interests of that young
and growing city. and cuts representing a
number of the buildings. This enterprise re-
fleets great credit upon the nerve and vim of
the energetic proprietor OF the Aduance, and it
Will. no doubt. be the means of greatly bene-
fitting the city in whose interests it as &C.
complisE cd
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13

ARM AND SHOULDER CRUsHED.-Alex.
Hight, a yardmaster for the Norfolk and
Western at Bluefsld, W. Va, had his
right arm and shoulder crushed Friday
night while coupling cars, and died from
his injuries Saturday.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-13
GouLD.-A despatch from N. Y. city dated
Nav ,6sh:-

L
May .6sh:-
Tnspector Bgrnes has perso aally arrest
ed lunatic who threatened 20 kill Jay
Gould unless he was bought off With large
amount of money. He imagires, or pre-
tends to imagine, himself the Co president
of a band of reformers, styling themselves,
in his mind, Christ's followers. a1d to be
doomed to carry out tina decree Of the order.
The mans name is Charles J. Dixon, and
he comes from Pueblo, Col.
He related to DR.. Dun, Jay q ,uld's physi.
clan, his mission and his plan for efecting
it. He was committed to await examina.
tion as to his sanity. He is crazy, of course,
but very dangerous lunatic. He was not
armed when arrested, but arms were found
in his trunk. He is Swapping fellow, six
feet in his stockings. and about thirty-five
years old. To Inspector Bynes he repeat
ed the story he told the doctor, and said
that he was s'vios president, No. II, iu the
order. All the commands sent to him from
headquarters were siguea, be said,
sAdouia.'
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,orNn rRvp T,CHETs TO NORFOLK.

The Chesapeake & Ohio Railway company
= will sell round trip tickets from Staunton to
Norfolk and return on May 18th and 10Th, good
for Is days, at $685.. apr I9-3ts