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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
MIDDLEBRGOK.

On Saturday last, we had q heavy rain ac.
companied by hail. The hail was pretty large
1t did very little damage.
Mr.. Wilson. prominent merchant of Roam
oke. is here visiting his sister, Mrs Sheppard
Tnere was considerable stir in the village
last week, over the report of hog being killed
oy lady on Sunday, for trespassing.
Berry Manly to do the wood. work and D.
Mckendre Smith the blacksmithing, com.
poses the east end shop of this town, where
tne patrons say prices are the lowest.
II. Baxter Engleman is building fine house
on what is known as the Firth lot here, with
nne 'front.' Day windows, etc, The boss car
penter, Hermann 7. Rosen, is doing 1t up, and
mat Is guarantee that 1t will be one of the
finest residences in town,
Moroeca1 Smith, an old 5th Virginia Reg.
lStoneWall Brlgade0 veteran is around seeing
his many friends. as he is a candidate for the
maglstracy mere. The magistrates should not
nave Deen voted for in the primary as they are
SIMPLY township officers. but they were voted
ior, whicn was mistake, and the voters are
only pledged to the county officers and not
70 the township Officers, and as he received
over two-tnirds OF the votes cast here at the
primary, ne thinks he will still heed the voice
mere and give them chance to elect him:
inere Is a great deal of hay, wheat, and grain
OF all kinds passing over this road, and the
move made to do some macadamfzine from
the corporation line to the Rockbrtdee line. fs
good one indeed. The lower end of the coun.
W has had lots of iron bridges lately for their
convenience, and 1t is no more than right that
we should have an appropriation too. The
calm and hearty approval of this end OF the
county when money was wanted for those
bridges merits the same now in her behalf.
and we believe the judge will do what is right
IN this matter, as there are few more solid and
far-seeins men in old Augusta than Judge
stout, who has the esteem of his fellowmen.
Mr.. James E. Beard lost a valuable younp
morse by death week or so ago,
There Is reckless disregard of the law for
cruelty to dumb brutes. on the part of some.
and 1t is the duty of the officers to look after
such persons once in while. No use TO have
a law and utterly disregard it. few heavy
nnes would have salutary effect. No matter
II they do own the brutes in question.
HI. Rosen has painted and refurnished his
nome which adds greatly to its looks. Her.
mann Is hustler, and fine mechanic. also a
good, peacable citizen. loved by all. R.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

At the close of Rev. Sam Jones's meet
ing at Houston Sunday night F. L. Hunter
and woman who accompanied him began
firing with pistols at Mrs. Stoner, who
had lived with Mr.. Hunter, and who be-
lieved herself to be his wife. An officer,
who attempted to protect Mrs. Stoner, was
fatally wounded. Mrs. Stoner was not
hurt. She says Mr.. Hunter has seven
wives, and had tried to force her to leave
Houston.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
Debate in the Y. M. G. A. Hail Friday
night.

The debate in the Y. M. G. A. Hall on last
Friday night was very much enjoyed BY the
audience who heard 1t, and all must agree that
the young champions on both sides acquitted
themselves with credit.
The question discussed was-"Resolved that
the right OF suffrage should be extended to wo-
man."
1t was debated in the affirmative by Messrs.
@. Russell Caldwell and John A. Alexander, of
the Y. N. G. A. Literary Society. and In the
negative by Prof. Wingfeld and Cadet e. j.
Gibson of the Staunton Military Academy.
The speeches were argumentative and humor-
Gus, and elected much applause.
the judges appointed to decide which side
advanced the best arguments consisted OF
Hons. II. st. Geo. Tucker. Jabob Yost and
Marshall Hanger, who. after consultation In
retirement, reported In favor of the negative.
We suppose 1t was difficult matter for the
judges to decide and are satisfied that, If 1t had
been left to the audience assembled to decide,
there would have been quite a division ofopin-
ion-for some who believed the merits OF the
question to be the negative. believed the argu-
ments in the affirmative preponderated.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
A Mechanical wonder,

the Decoration Day issue of the Albany. N
T., Telegram will be the most original. unique
and popular paper ever presented to the mer
lean public. Nothing like 1t ever attempted
by newspaper in the nineteenth century
As a mechanical wonder and military lite.
rary library there will be nothing to even COM
pare with 1t Issued In this country. 1t will be
printed on red white and blue paper and con-
sist of 16 pages. Order copy at once of John
W. Long who Is the agent in this place.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

CHURCH DEDICATIoN.-The new Methodist
Church at Stuart's Draft in this county was
dedicated on sunday of last week, the dedica.
tory sermon being preached by Rev. DIR. Cox,
of Harrisonburg. A large assemblage of people
witnessed the conservation OF the edifice. and q
sufficient amount of money was raised to free
the church of all debt Among others present
were Rev. B. Z. Ball, of Woodstock, and Rev.
J.C. Jones. OF Basic City, both former pastors
! of the congregation.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
Rain Here-storm at shendun.

On last Saturday afternoon, we had fine
rain here, accompanied with but little wind
At the new town of Shendun in this county,
they had a rain, hail, and wind-storm that
prevailed for short while with great violence
and we learn, some OF the buildings in course
of construction were blown down. Among
them the largo clearinghouse built by the
company. This building was one hundred
feet long and would have been completed in
10 days. The rain poured down with great vio-
lence. almost In sheets, and the water covered
the ground in front OF the hotel to the depth
of about a foot. We learn that the hail de-
stroyed the grain and fruit crops on Henry
showalter's farm. which Is located at the juno
ton of the North and Middle rivers. We sup
pose that more or less damage was done by
the hail in the contiguous neighborhoods. In
this State. storms Of this character are rare
and confined to limited territory-seldom
extending over but few miles In length and
q half mile in breadth.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
Pnrnassus.

Miss Martha Hogshead died at her residence
on Sunday night, (24th,) after protracted ILL
ness. The deceased was an amiable and excel
lent lady, beloved by all who knew her, and
was a devoted member of Union Presbyterian
church. The funeral waste take place on 18th
inst. Two brothers and one sister survive
her.
A rain and hail-storm visited us last Satur-
day evening. The rain greatly benefited the
grass and other crops, but the hall did serious
damage to the fruit and garden vegetables.
Mr.. Rob't Kyle paid q flying visit last week
to his native heath and returned to Chicago,
ILL.,. where he is successfully engaged in stock
business.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
MARRIAGES

SMITH - MARTIN.-In Charlottesville, May
Goth, by Rev. G. L.. Petrie, D. D.. Mr.. AyletI
w. Smith of Augusta county, and May O.
Martin, of Albemarle county.
SIVELY-DEVER On the Goth instant, neal
Mill Gap, Highland county. by Rev. R. s
Cunningham, Mr.. L. ]. Sively and Miss
Josephine Dover.
BALKIN-McCRAY.- On the l4th instant
near Mcdowell. Highland county. by Rev
James M. Hawley. Mr.. r. Lee Botkin and
Miss Esther Viola McCray.
DILLINGHAM-ENGLE Goth
. 1891, at Basic City. by Rev. VIM. A. White.
scarver, Thos. b. Dillingham;, formerly OF
Georgia. and Josie II. Englehard. formerly Of
Nelson county, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

SALE OF CRY LoTs AT NEWPORT NEws.-we
invite attention to the advertisement of the
sale of City lots on June BID and 4th by the
Newport News Laud and Development Com
pany" on the line street railway. The terms
are ten per ceot cash on day of sale and the
balance In easy tnstalments. THERE'S bright
future before this gro wing city. and now is the
time to make Investments there.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
Monday, May Is.

MUHuHy, May 70.
swINE-The receipts OF Hogs are 1000 less
than last week and constitute fair supply,
Their quality Is satisfactory generally. Trade
ia not active. nearly all dealers reporting 1t as
only fair, OF best. Values are lower to the ex-
tent OF about Lc. We quote the range as fol,
lows: Good at 614a6I Cts nearby at 811a656 cts,
and good fat Western II ogs at 6l4a6A cts, most
sales 6l9a6ssc per ID net. with few choice at 81
cts. Rough Hogs 5a511 cts per b net. The res
ceipts OF Hogs during the week numbered TO-
99I head.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

The PRoTEcTIoNIsrs are trying to get
down from their high horse to terra firma.
A year ago they were cock sure of pretty
nearly everything. Now they have 40
anxious expression, as though their inter-
ioz department. were wrestling with green
apple,-N, Y. Herald,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
New York Liye.stock market. MAY 25

Cattle-Receipts 71OO head. The market was
Bulls and Cows 2.25aS3 81. Dressed Beef steady
at 819a9A cts per ID. shipments 225 Beef Cattle,
and - quarters of Beef. Calves-Receipts
3i00 head: market higher. Veals sass go per 100
lbs. buttermilks S.5Oas4 50 per 1OO bs. Sheep and
Lambs-Receipts l0.600; market dull; unshorn
Sheep .O0aS000 yearling 50aSj rs per 100 lbs,
clipped Lambs G0as0 Oh per 100 lbs. and Spring
do Z 75as9 per 100 lbs. Dressed Mutton slow a {
919all cts per ID; dressed Lambs steady at I3al5
cts per b. Hogs-Receipts 100 market steady
at 31as5 40 per 100 lbs.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

CADET APPol NTMENT.-Hon. Henry st. Geo.
Tucker, as Representative OF this Congression.
al District, has appointed Thomas h. Drum.
mond Of Amherst as Cadet to West Point Mil
itary Academy, with Charles E. Cabell of Nor
wood, Nelson county, as Alternate
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

COUNTY CoURT.-Iu the County court, Rev.
s. v. Hildebrand. M. E. Church.. South, and
Revs. e. H. Slower and B. G. Patterson, Of the
Presbyterian Church, were authorized to cele
brate the rites of marriage. The will of Cyrus
Brown was admitted 10 probate with ]. A.
Brown aud F. Il. Bell as executors.
Jas. R. McCutchan was appointed county
surveyor.
Ordinary and retail liquor-ltcense was grant,
ed to Maryatt Steele at Midway.
The will Of Mary E. Palmer wasi admitted to
probate with Jno. R. Fauver. admir- c. t. l.; ad-
ministration was granted to Aurelius R. dilk-
eson. R. B. Hundley was appointed and
qualified as superintendent of the poor for fonr
years from July LIST next. w. T. McCue quail
fled as notary public. The applications of c..
81. Bridge for liquor-license at Lyndhurst and
of j. w. Popham for retail and bar license on
Rockfish road near Basic City were docketed
and continued TO the next term.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
The Great Lot Sales.

Remember that the First great lot sales OF
the stanton Development Company will take
place next Tuesday and Wednesday. and that
the drawing OF lots will take place on Thurs
day. Be sure to attend the sales on both days
and avail yourself OF that opportunity to make
a good, safe, and profitable Investment In
such case delay is attended with loss. Those
who invest first make the most money. 1t Is
needless to report the reasons why this 10
golden opportunity that should not be neglect
I'D
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

NOTE OF THANKING, the Cadets OF the
Augusta Military Academy. respectfully ex-
press our sincere thanks to the Augusta MEM.
orial Association and especially to the young
ladies who superinteuded the dinner given to
the visiting schools for the kindness shown to
us while ia Staunton last Memorial Day.
Resp't
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
IayN.4t Augusta County Scbools
ASSESSMENT OF TAxEs.-The BOARD NJ snner

ASSESSMENT OF TAxEs.-The Board of Super.
visors have levied taxes as follows: The road
tax on the 500 value in Beverly Manor, Is
cents; Middle River, 10 cents; North River.
Pastures. Riverheads. and South River, 121<
cents. The county tax on real and persona !
property is 20 cents on the 500. timetables so
cents each. The tax on both estimated to yield
s25 ,6O9 The county tax was increased cts on
the 500 to meet the expenses of the bridges at
Crimora. Rockland Mills. and near Swoope's
depot. estimated to cost S6,COO The school tax
is 10 cents for the county and 10 cents for the
Districts.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
Great Reduction on Photographs

AT Landes' Palace Gallery, q East Main St.
Commencing June Ist and continuing for so
days only. We will make one dc zen of our
finely finished Cabinet Photographs. mounted
on fine gilt cards, for So 90. One doz. Card size,
S1.00. We make the above offer in order to
Introduce our new place. and the superior
class OF work we are doing. None but first
class work sent out from the gallery. Salts
faction guaranteed.
may17-it d. ], LANDES. Manager.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

MR.. PHIL. KNAPP, Optician, will be in
Steunton on June LIST for short time Persons
having defective vision would do we'll to con-
suit him about the proper glasses to use in
order to correct the same. Examination Free
Office in Dr.. NJ. o. Burkholder's Dental Rooms
In Post Office building,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

At the Pratt mines, Birmingham, Ala.,
Friday, an explosion Of gas in shaft
where convicts are worked killed ten negro
convicts and one free miner named Tom
Moore.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

FIRE-A HEAVY Loss-DEsrRUCrIoN OF THE
STAUNToN EXTRACT. WoRKS.-About2 O'Clock
last Saturday morning our citizens were
aroused from sleep by the ringing of the fire.
bell. when 1t was discovered that the Staunton
Bark Extract-Works were on fire. The fire.
men responded. but 1t was impossible to save
the building. which, with Its valuable contents
of machinery and stock. was. destroyed. This
is great misfortune. and Messrs. o. K. lap
ham q Co.'S loss In machinery and stock is
about $4,000. 1t was Ensured. but to what
amount we have not learned. The main
Building was the property of the Chesapeake
and Ohio Railroad Company. being the old
Roundhouse. which was Insured to the amount
of So 0G0 which will about cover the loss.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

The offerings this week were less numerous
than they were last week, and for the tops and
better grades there was q slight advance, some
dealers thought 1t about l0c per 100 lbs.
Mich COws.-There has been fair offeri ng
and dull trade at sl5a40 per head, with few at
the outside price.
Veal Calves.-There has been a fair trade at
5a6c per b. and few at the latter figure.
Sheep and Lambs.-There has been q slight
last week g numbers. and no variation OF i'm
portance to note In their quality from that OF
last week. The market has been slow, and
values lower. particularly toward the latter
part OF the market, ranging a full 10 off as to
sheep. and Ia34c on lambs. Sheep 3a51zc per
ID gross, with but few at the latter figure.
Lambs 6a74c per b gross.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
Election near at hand.

The election for County aud District Of
ficers will take place to-morrow-Thursda
and it is the duty of every Democrat to
vote for the nominees of the Primary elec
ton. It is hoped that the Democrats will
turn out and elect their nominees. There
should be no apathy and every one should
do his duty that day. Be sure to go to the
polls and vote for the regular nominees.
The citizens of Stanton should turn out 10
force and vote for the candidates for Sheriff
and City Treasurer-N. c. Watts and
Arista Hoge, respectively.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

passion. FLowERs AND THE CRoss."-Baltl'
more 1t appears. has produced one OF the COM
ing writer's OF the day in Emma howard
Wight, whose novel, "Passion.Fl ana
the Cross" according to current report. Is cal
culated to bring fame to its author. the issue
of the book is daily expected. The merit OF
her short stories makes us look with Interest
to her more ambitious production.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
Staunton Markets.
SPECTATOR OFFICE.

SPECTATOR OFFICE,
STAUNToN. VA, May 18th, 1891.
There Is but little change in the market. We
mention the only changes In the price current
this week as follows: Butter 10 to IL CENTS Eggs
l21a to Is cents; Wheat sl.O6 to sl0s; Corn 20 TO
~ cents: Western canvas short clearsides. ~
to ~ cents; Salt 81 so to sl85; Granulated sugar
"A to ~. The late rains will be of great bene-
ut to Timothy, corn and oats. and also to the
wheat. On the Northeastern edge OF the coun-
ty. the hail and wind of last Saturday did con-
siderable damage Ia some neighborhoods from
Rockland Mills to Shenduu.
The quotations are wholesale. not retail.l
Country Produce.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

The Virginia debt commission will meet
in Richmond next week, and representa-
tives CT the Olcott committee will appear
before it aDd present a plan for settling the
State debt.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

In the case in the Circuit Court Of Minnie G.
Easley vs.. The Valley Mutual Life Association
under the instruction of the Judge, the jury
rendered q verdict in favor of the Company
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

President Harrison will take part in the
decoration exercises at Philadelphia next
Saturday. He has issued an order for the
closing of all the government departments
on that day.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

EXCURSION TO HAGERsTowN, MD.-The Bal
timore and Ohio Railroad Company. the Bal
timore and Southwestern Railroad Company
and the Ohio and Mississippi Railway Com
pany will sell excursion tickets to Hagerstown
Nd, and return, at the rate OF one hrst-ciasi
limited fare for the round trip, on account O
tn annual meeting Of German Baptists. TO o.
held at Hagerstown. May 28th to June 5th, issi
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

We invite attention to the card of Dr. D. A
Bucher Dentist. who has his office in Room Is
In the Crowle Building on the Srd floor. He
will be there on Monday, Tuesday and We'd
nesdaH OF each week.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

We acknowledge the receipt Of an invitation
to attend the commencement exercises OF Inc
Danvills Military Institute at the Academy o.
Music in DanviIle. Va. June 9th ats O'CLOCK
p N
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

TIE JUNE OTFERING.-What is known as
the June offering of the First Presbyterian,
though made in May, was made in that church
last Sunday morning and amounted to the
sum of S526.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
ANNOUNCEMENT

To the Voters of The City of Staunton: 1 respect-
full. y announce myself u candi date for re-elec-
ton to the office of City Treasurer at the cleo
ton to be held on May rs, 1891. Hoping that
my past services have been performed to your
satisfaction and promising my best efforts
should 1t be your pleasure to again honor me
with your suffrsges, remain very respectfully
your ohsdient servant, ARISTA HOGE,
NAV l3stdo
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

The last Issue OF the Shendun Ne'os contains
n neat map Of the villa Lot portem OF enen-
dun. the drawings for which will take pls0s
to-day.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

ROuND.TRIP TICKETS TO NORFOLK
The Chesapeake & Ohio Railway compa. :.
will sell round.trip tickets from staunton ~
Norfolk and return on May 18th and AsIn' 49,
.o =, eees apr 29-3ts
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

DIR. c. T. L1NDsAY ADJUDGED INsANE.-The
Brideewater correspondent of the Rockingham
Register, under date of May 18th. says
"A commission in lunacy was held mere on
Tuesday last by Esquires Callander, kelter anu 10
DR.. g. T, Lindsey, who was adjudged suitable
subject Tor treatment at the insane asylum az
Staunfon. and was accordingly committed TO
the charge OF the ofncials Of that institution .
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

10. T.-Rev. Mr.. Kirby, state Lec'urs. =.
the Independent Order Of Good Iempias, uAs
established Lodge OF that oroer az p -, n
Vista With about SO members. Oh "ni'n
Raayer was elected Chief Templar.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

At bargain, linen towels. crasn' lace oui !,
ta,ns. white goods, scrim, Hamburg eose "n"
all kinds of hosiery at the Beehive SIofe'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

Headache, indigestion. and all disoraers o.
the Liver, Simmons Liver Regulator surely
cures.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

Rev. Sam Jones will not be here al tne 'ine
heretofore announced. The time now appoin''
ed is from June 9th to July Atm INCLUSIVE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

Ladies wishing desirable makes IN CUE '0''
call at the Bee Hive Store.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
ruvI.DIEs DELIGHTED.

The pleasant effect and the perfect saiety
With which ladies may use the liquid 1rul'
laxative, Syrup of Figs. under all conoitlons
make It their favorite remedy. 1t Is pleasing
to the eye and to the taste. gentle. yet enec'uai
In acting on the kidneys, liver and bowels
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27

Last Friday. May 22nd. wasa very warmo.
tn the afterno n the thermometer registereu
IS degrees. and even at O'Clock it registered
80 degrees
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1891-05-27
WHAT OTHERs SAY OF sTAUNTON

The last issue of the Buena Vista Advocate
contains a long and good article on the advan-
tages and progress of Staunton. written by one
who is familiar with them and knows whereof
he speaks. We have room only for the follow.
ing extract:
"Splendidly equipped with its superior water
supply and fire department., street railway,
electric lights and public edifces, under the
strong. resolute guidance of Mr.. Miller and his
associates it is to add. to all these with Its ad-
vantsges as a railroad centre q large popula-
ton and already presents many rising manu-
featuring industries recently secured through
the Development Company. Staunton and
Augusta county contain the largest number
OF roller flour mills OF any locality in Virgi mia
except Richmond, and Stanton is the finan.
cial centre of this commerce. having now three
of these mills and soon to have another 10 ca T.
ed IN the business centre of the place. Staun.
ton Is we'll advanced now in manufacturins
Industries and what that favored city of the
Valley shall become on these lines the most
sanguine have not conceived, unless they
have look ed all around and considered care
fully OF the Immense varied resources that are
awaiting the opportunities for realization
which the broad schemes Of the Development
Company SO asuredly secures. Look too al
the report OF the banks and other financial
Institutions of StauntOn. We doubt If there Is
SO large amount Of money on deposit and In
reserve funds for active employment accord.
ing to the capital of the Institutions holding
this money in tho State except in Richmond