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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
From Rockingham Register
To the Public.

Referring to the published charges against
me some time ago, L now respond briefly: For
four months after the occurrence alleged was
confined to my home under strict surveillance
on account of sickness and a dangerous mental
disorder which threatened not only perma-
nent disability, but life itself. That illness
was the result of an attack dating back to
September, 1888, when l was partially paralyz-
ed, and constant confinement to my business.
My condition during said time can be proven
by five physicians, besides score of persons
who saw and nursed me- l have letter in
which my late wife admitted she believed my
mind was not right" In direct answer to
the alleged elopement &C., simply say Il can
account for my conduct and whereabouts by
several gentlemen of high character, who were
with me on the train, as follows: Revs. J. w.
Howe, Dayton, Va. A. P. Funkhouser, Har
risonburg; Messrs. O. L. Rhodes, No. q
Hopkins Place, Baltimore, Md. c. X. Help
henstine, No. II 8. Gay street, Qoom 81, Balti-
more, Md: and while in Washington G: H.
GLADDEN., No. 6O4 9th street, n. f., Washing
ton, b. G., and by letters which make the
allegation improbable When left Staunton
it was for the benefit of my health under
advice Of physicians, and my plans were fully
known to my family who knew my address.
When leftd deposited 1876 in bank at Stau IN
ton and had $12 with me left my bond for
purchase money for my house, amounting to
1900, in my office desk; had my horse and
buggy in care of friend, besides leaving. my
personal property and office fixtures and IN
struments intact, in all amounting to over
s115O. Now, had 'eloped,'' as alleged. why
leave that much property behind me? All
could have been converted into money readily.
Madam Rumor' was at the seat Of nearly the
whole difficulty, so admitted by some who
were foremost in spreading the news" parties
who were my trusted friends proved faithless
when all that is dear in life was assailed Had
been given an opportunity at once to explain
the months of mental gloom that overshadOw-
ed me and the humiliation incident thereto,
the whole matter might have been avoided
and my otherwise happy home saved from
disintegration, and my success in business I'M
checked. I have no word of reproach to-
wards that one who was the nearest and dear
est in life. She did not, am persuaded, Of
her own aciN, refuse to listen to me. Too well
do know what influences were brought to
bear against hearing! shall content myself
with hoping that "He who tempers the wind
to the shorn lamb" will preserve and direct
her And as to my enemies, some personal
social and business, l shall hope to forgive
as hope to be forgiven"
CHAs. T. LINDSEY.
iS)ectdtOr and Ar1Us cODU
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
+. THE GRIP.

THE GRIP.
Written amid all its sensations but with the grit
not to giue up.l
At last, I am down, lou down. with the grip,
Down at the mouth, and down at the lip;
My spirits are down, and not to repeat
am down all over, from my head to my feet.
Yes, am, from the grip.
The grip is a terrible, fearful disease,
When my head is full up, it won't let me
sneeze;
When my stomach is empty, it won't let me
eat,
And I feel, tho alive, am dead beat
Yes, do, with the grip.
At times, ev'ry bone in my body will ache
In spite of all the quinine may take;
And when the aches leave me, the pains in my
Make me wish was sleeping along with the
dead.
Yes, it does, with the grip.
get up in the morning, and if I can dress,
The look on my face is one of distress;
1 snap and grow1, like dog that is mad,
And everything good, only seems very bad,
So it is, with the grip.
When go to my office, creep like snail.
And feel like a dog that's just lost his tail;
And If any one calls, in the shape of a client,
Ny mild-mannered ways are simply defiant
Yes they are, with the grip.
Not even fee, can conquera smile,
And a contingent fee only stirs mp my bile;
And if poor fellow asks for my advice,
My face it grows rigid, yes, it does like ice
Because of the grip.
Oh, the grip is the meanest, most detestab1e
thing
That ever from Pandora's boxes did spring;
The Devil is in it, and sometimes think
He has brought on the grip to get me to drink
But he won't do it.
P. S-Tve had it bad-the grip. J. |. L.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
Young Mems Christian Association
Convention at Richmond,

The Sixteenth Annual Convention of the
Young Mems Christian Associations of Vir
ginia will be held in Richmond, February
lila. Evangelist M B. Williams, of Atlanta
Ga. W. E. Colley, of Bridgeport, Conn; W
Woods White, of Atlanta, Ca. Theo. A.
Harding, of Washington, D. c.; representative
business men, General Secretary w. H. Nor
riss, of Baltimore, Nd; State Secretary L. A.
Coulter, of Charlotte N. c.; and c.. K. ODER,
Secretary of the International Committee,
have consented to be present and assist. Sew
eral other leading Association workers have
also been invited. Reduced rates on all the
railroads and free entertainment will be pro-
vided for all delegates A large male chorus,
under the direction of Mr. II. F. Smith, of
Richmond, will lead the singing. An effort
is being made to secure the attendance of four
hundred delegates. Representation is not
limited, and towns having no Association are
invited to send delegates. All young men ex-
pecting to attend should apply to their local
Secretary, or write without delay to H O.
WILLIAMS, State Secretary, of Richmond, Va,
for programme, reduced rates, and for other
particulars
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
DEATHS.

FORBlSH.-At her home near Fishersville,
Sunday, January 18th, of pneumonia, Mrs
Sall1e Forbish, wife of Mr.. Chas. Forbish
aged AZ years. She leaves husband and five
children.
ARG ENBRIGHT.-Ath her home near Mt. Tabor
church in this county, Saturday morning
January 23rd, of consumption, Mrs. Ellen
ArgenDr1ght, wife of Mr.. Moses Argenbright
aged 81 years. The funeral at Mt. Tabor
sunday morning, by Rev. G. W. Spiggle.
CHARTER.-In Luray at the residence Of heI
prother-in-law, Rev. Aaron Boone, January
I4th, MRS. Lydia Charter, OF Bath county
aged IL years, months, and days.
EIDSON.-On Saturday, January 23rd, at the
residence of MIR. VIM. B. Hanger, near Hebron
GNhurch, Mrs. Ellen Edison, aged IS years
Inc funeral took place at II O'Clock, Monday
er, tne pastor, Off1ciatfng. She was widow
and leaves six daughters.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
LOCAL Department.
Our New Typographical Dress.

We have the pleasure this week of doing
that which we have long wished to do; and
that is, to present the Spectator to its subscri-
pers and exchanges in a new and neat typo
graphical dress which we hope will be pleas
ing and gratifying to them.
This first ISSUE in its new dress, does not
have things better adjusted than we could do
in the haste and additional labor necessary to
get it out in time. 1t, however, has no dread
of criticism: for it is too old to be vain of its
dress, and too wise to be hurt by adverse criti-
cism or to be unduly fattered by undeserved
praise 1t does not hesitate to grant to all a
"charter, as illimitable as the Winds" to ex-
press freely their honest judgment, and 1t Will
continue to pursue with equanimity the 'even
tenor of its way" with pity for its enemies
if it has any,, and ''love for its friends, OF
whom it knows it has many, into whose fam
lilies it has been weekly, and we hope, well
cOIne V1SlUOr LOT the perlOu VI luOIe l1au wv
generations, having been published under its
present title for more than SO years. 1t has
been read by Great-Grandfathers and Great
Grandmothers; by Grandfathers and Grand
mothers, by fathers and mothers; by brothers
and sisters; by cousins, uncles and aunts; by
the young son just entering on mans estate,
and by the young daughter when
''As the sweet moon on the horizons verge
The maid was on the eve Of womandood;"
and by her younger sister
standing with reluctant feet
Where childhood and girlhood meet:.
and we hope it will be read in the future by
generations yet unborn"
This is a favorable time to subscribe, and for
businessmen to have their advertisements ap-
pear in new type, clearly printed and tasteful
~ displayed
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Lvnchers OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.

Tho south-bound Missouri Pacific train was
captured, twice Saturday night once by a
lynching party that was escorting murderer
Robert Helper from Nevada Mo-, to Lamar,
Mo-, where they hanged him, and second
time by train-robbers, who robbed the express
car and its inmates. One of the robbers killed
S. B. Clemore, a colored policeman, who tried
to arrest him and companion, at Fort Scott,
on Geographic order. The two robbers en-
tered a box car on a freight train that was
pulling out. Detectives followed on passen-
ger train, and at Pleasanton overlook them.
Both began firing at the officers, and in the
fusilade one of the robbers was killed and the
other seriously wounded. The murdered man
is Charles Myers His companion is S. c.
Francis. The robbers secured only about SIS.
Both are from Kansas City.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
Lecture.

Honorable George G. Tanner, who served
for fourteen years as U. S. Consul at several of
the principal exporting cities in Europe, and
who was gallant Confederate soldier, will de-
liver lecture on Wednesday evening, Feb.
23rd, at the Y. M. G. A. Hall.
Mr.. Tanner, when Is years old made his
escape from Fort Delaware and subsequently
from Point Lookout; which was by far the
most thrilling escapes ever made by prison
er of war. Mr.. Tanner will also show up
Federal prisoners and Federal treatment of
Southern prisoners. Those who love thrill
ing adventures may expect a rare treat.
Ex-Confederate prisoners Of war are invited
free OF charge. Admission 25 cents. Pro-
ceeds for the benefit of Confederate Veteran
Camp, Fredericksburg Tickets can be had
by calling on Taylor Mccoy, Sec. Y. NJ. A.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
Committee to Draft the Debt Settle
nent Bill,

Senator Taylor Berry, the chairman of the
joint finance committee of the two houses
Monday morning announced the names of the
subcommittee which is charged with draft
ing the bill to carry into effect the details and
terms of the debt settlement agreed upon by
the Olcott committee and the State debt com
mission, and recently ratified by the Legisla-
ture. This committee will consist of Senators
Henry T. Wickham, of Hanover, and Jones,
OF Highland, and Delegates Beverly B. Mum
ford, of Richmond, John F. Ryan, of Lou
doun, and H. J. Williams, of Augusta. The
two last named are farmers, and are put upon
the committee to represent that class. The
two Senators are experienced members of the
Legislature. Mr. Wickham is member of
the State debt commission which effected the
settlement with the bondholders.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
Deserving Praise,

We desire to say TO our citizens, that fol-
years we have been selling DR.. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption, DR.. Kings New
Life Pills, Bucklens Arnica Salve and Electric
Bitters, and have never handled remedies
that sell as WELL or that have given such uni
versaI satisfaction. We do not hesitate to
guarantee them every time, and we stand
ready to refund the purchase price, if salts
factory results do not follow their use. These
remedies have won their great popularity
purely on their merits. Sold by Hughes &
Bell.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27

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Next so prizes so Silver Dessert Sets, warrant
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Jars, Sugar Shells, Butter Knives, &C., &C.,
all fully warranted, making a total of $50
splendid rewards, the value of which will
aggregate $500.
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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
AFine Thing for the Teeth.

Fragrant SOZODCNT is a compo-
sition of the purest and choicest in
gradients of the Oriental vegetable
kingdom. Every ingredient is well
known to have beneficial effect on
the teeth and gums. Its embalming
or antiseptic and aromatic fragrance
teeth te p Sc It is entirely free from the
injurious and acrid properties of tooth
pastes and powders which destroy the
enamel. One bottle will last six
months.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27

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, cleanses the sys-
tenn efectually, dispels colds, head
aches and 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 1t
TO all and hare made it The noas
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 pre-
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes to try it. Do not accept any
substitute.
CALIFORNIA Fl0 SYRUP co.
SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.
LOUISVILLE, XIV. NEW Y0RK, NJ
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
Chamber of Commerce Meeting.

The called meeting of the Chamber of Com
merce last Friday night to hear the report Of
the committee, consisting Of Messrs. Gordon
Hutchinson, Gait, and Fultz appointed at the
previous meeting to formulate plan of ex
tension of the city and to define the proposed
limits, was well attended by citizens interested
| both within and without the city. In the alb
| sence of the chairman, Mr.. Hutchinson Mr.
Reeves Gait, the Vice President presided
The chairman of the committee, Mr.. Gordon,
reported that the committee were of the opin-
ion that the duties assigned to them, properly
belong to the Council, and therefore made nc
report upon the plan of extension and its linn
its, but offered resolution favoring the prof
ect and recommending the Council to take
| action, which was adopted with only one vote
against it-Capt Jas. N. Mcfarland, like Sen
ator Thos. Hart Benton on one occasion,
standing solitary and alone"
In presenting the resolution, Mr. Gordon
said that whilst he had favored the extention,
his mind was not wholly decided, for it was a
very debatable question whether it should be
done or not, and he wished to hear it fully
discussed that he might decide more positive
ly.
Remarks by those living without the pres
ent city limits were made by Messrs. McFar-
land, Peck and Burnett who wished to know
the limits that would be proposed, and the
terms on which they were to be taken in
fearing that they might be taken I'M in a
different sense-before they would be pre-
pared to assent to it. They wished to know
whether they would be allowed improve
ments, equal as to paving the streets, supply
ing them with water, &C., to those within the
present limits.
Remarks favoring the extension by those
living within the present limits, were made
by Messrs. Peterfsh, Lapham, Hotchkiss,
VIM. A. Burke and Reeves Gait
Mr.. Burke, like Mr. Gordon, thought it a
debatable question: but the others were very
decided in the opinion that the extension
would be of benefit to all who lived within
the limits of the extension, and advanced
strong reasons in support of their opinions.
Probably the most effective remarks were
made by Mr. Peterfsh, who had the adyan-
tage of having had experience in living both
without and within the city limits, and he
was sure it was better to live within than with
out, particularly to those who had children to
educate, as they would save the tuition which
those living without have to pay, to have the
benefit of the public schools of the city, and
it would be better, even if they did not get
good pavements; for it is better to walk
through the mud and get tuition free, than to
walk through the mud and have the tuition
to pay as they have to do now, and will con-
tinue to do as long as they are without the
city limits
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27

J. Q. A. Haddaway, Esq, of Episcopal
Methodist" Baltimore, Md, writes with
much pleasure testify to the good effects of
Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup in my family. Have
used it in many cases, and it always gave en-
tire satisfaction.
A most sovereign remedy for pain of any
sort has been found in Salvation Oil, This
great preparation can be bought everywhere
for 25 cents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27

As THERE never was any cause for
war with Chill, there will be no such
war, that is if Congress have common
sense. But, if otherwise, the result
would by no means be as speedy or as
certain as some of the Jingoes suppose.
1t is a far cry from here to Chill, thous-
Iands of miles, and many soldier would
become sharks food before he reached
there, many more would die for lack
of fresh water after landing, and still
more would succumb to the privations
of an inland march through the bad
road of that country, let alone those
who would bite the dust from the
enemy's bullets. Of one hundred thou
sand men who might start from this
country, and it would be folly to send
a smaller number, their commander
would be fortunate if twenty Thousand
would be fit for duty when drawn up
on Gillian soil.-AleI. Gazette.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
"Holding and Swapping Horses.

In referring to the reported remark of John
8. Wise-now living in New York-that she
would rather hold horses in New York than
be Governor of Virginia, the Lynchburg Vir-
ginian says that ''if he proves as good at hold
ing horses as he was at swapping horses in
his political career in Virginia, he will be an
adept at the business" This will be recog-
nized as palpable hit by those who know
Johnnie's career in Virginia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
- TUI UII6 pfhOIAIO1
The Railroad Commission.

Mr.. Editor Your leader of last week.
'The Railroad Commission, was timely
and wise in its caution to the legislature
There are a large number of our most enter
prizing and pubic-spirited men WHO have
been engaging in numerous and great works
Of improvement and general development of
the resources of the State who have been
abruptly arrested in their work by the unex-
pected financial panic of last year, and who
are now impatiently awaiting a resumption of
full business by the Railroad Companies in
the execution of their engagements to pro-
mote the works projected by our people,
Transportation and capital are of the very es-
sence of successful prosecution of these
works. A failure to resume will be ruin to
many an enterprise, and bankruptcy to many
of their promoters.
The Kent bill should not at present attempt
more than to correct abuses of power, prevent
oppression and injustice to individuals,
remedy against vexatious and unnecessary
delays, and secure cooperation between the
roads, and obedience to existing laws. The
growing powers, arrogant assumptions, to say
nothing of the petulance and offensive con-
duct of some of their minor officials, is ex-
citing apprehension and alarm at the over
shadowing influence of these immense cor
porations combined in their efforts to con-
troll the legislation of the country. But rail-
roads are essential to the development and
prosperity of the country, and must be in
couraged by adequate protection in their
property-rights and business development,
free from inquisitorial interference and
harassing annoyances. A prudent and wise
commission will not only correct abuses, but
become pacifcators by securing a better
understanding of the difficulties which will
arise.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
Little Lord Eauntlerav.

At the opera-house, by good company
will be enacted the ever-populay play Little
Lord Fauntleroy"-a dramatization Of Mrs
Hodgsen Burnett's charming story of that
title.
This play never fails to please and entertain,
not only the young, but the old as WE'LL for
the latter are but grown children.
The hero of the play and story is typical
good boy and the effect of the play morally
wholesome and beneficial Reserved seats at
Oliviers. Price of seats $1oO, 75cts, Scots and
25cts
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
COM nj Z N DAZZLE.

All claims not consistent with the high
character of Syrup of Figs are purposely
avoided by the California Fig Syrup Com
pany. 1t acts gently on the kidneys, liver
and bowels, cleansing the system effectually
but it is not cure-an and makes no preten-
sons that evey rbottle will not substantiate.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27

Don't experiment with your health You
may be sure Of the quality of your medicine,
even if you have to take much of your food
upon trust. Ask your druggist for Ayers
Sarsaparilla, and no other. 1t is the standard
blood-purifier, the most effective and econom-
ical.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-01-27
A Million Friends,

A friend in need is friend indeed, and not
less than one million people have found just
such friend in DR.. Kings New Discovery
for Consumption, Coughs, and Colds. If you
have never used this Great Cough Medicine,
one trial will convince you that it has wonder
full curative powers in all disea es of Throat,
Chest and Lungs. Each bottle is guaranteed
to do all that is claimed or money will be re-
funded Trial bottles free at Hughes & Bells
Drug Store