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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
The Southern Tribune,

The Southern Tribune the paper published
in this City by the colored people, with Willis
M. Carter as Editor and J. H. Gibson as Bust
ness Manager, has been enlarged from four
colmn to six-column folio, and with i'm
proved Typography, presenting quite neat
appearance creditable to the office. We con-
graduate the Tribune on this evidence of its
success, and hope it may increase, and that ii
will be so conducted as to be of great benefit
to the race it represents, as it will be, if wisely
and conseryatively conducted.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
T. Thos. Fortune (CoIoredD.

The Petersburg Herald of March 18th, pub
hshed by Messrs. Lewis and Wood is illustra-
ted with likeness of T. Thos. Fortune, Edi-
tor of the N. Y. Age (colored), accompanied
by well-written and highly complimentary
sketch of his career and character by Scott
Wood, who was his class-mate for two years
at Howard University. He was good stu
dent, and has good talents, and holds high
position in the estimation of his race, and is
one of the prominent leaders of it who exerts
a great influence over them
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Never Saw Him Apnin.

An exchange says that the late Hon. A. H.
H. Stuart, of this City, who was Secretary of
the Interior under President Fillmore, used to
tell the following good story of how he got
rid of an office-seeker shortly after assuming
the office. Said he: 81 was very much an
noyed by persistent applicant for the post
of messenger. The man came in regularly
every day for several weeks until he became
an unbearable bore. Finally one day after
the man had gone out 1 asked the messenger
then in the office if he knew what that man
was after. No sir Well, said l, he wants
your place, and if ever 1 see him again he
shall have it. never saw the man again"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Dwelling in coIIierstown Burned,

A correspondent of the Rockpridge Nears
says that, on the morning of March 7th, be-
tween 3 and O'Clock the house of Mr. David
Potter was burned to the ground. Mr. Potter
and his family were asleep when the fire was
burning and making rapid progress upon
them. Fortunately they awoke in time to
make their escape in their night clothes
through window. Everything they had was
entirely destroyed, even their wearing apparel
No clue to the origin of the fire, but it is sup
posed to have caught from defective fue
Mr. Potter is a young man and had accumu
lated considerable property.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
The National Democrat.

After temporary suspension, the publica
ton of the National Democrat at Washington
has been resumed, under a new management
by the National Democratic Publishing Com
mittee, with Duncan S. Walker as Editor anG
Rolfe S. Saunders as Manager.
The weekly is large eight-page paper, filled
with good reading matter, and furnished t.
subscribers at $3.50 per annum.
Politicians and others who wish to keeI
posted on political affairs should take it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Deluded Negroes in DestitutiOn Deceived
into an Exodus.

LITTLE Rock, March 12.-Over 300
negroes arrived here last night from
Pine Bluff by boat en- route to the
Cherokee strip. The party is compos-
ed of men, women and children, and
all are in the worst stages of destitu-
ton. They are scantily dressed and
over two-thirds of them have not a
dollar. All they had was stolen by
their leader, preacher, few days be-
fore the boat pulled out of Pine Bluff.
1t is the same old story. Three or four
leaders, after fleeing the poor wretches
out of all they have ON earth, leave
them to starve on the so-called land of
cream and honey. Another exodus
party is preparing to leave south of
Arkansas.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
A Conference Daily.

During the sessions of the Baltimore Con-
ference, M. E. Church, South, which will C On.
vene in Harrisonburg on the 23rd inst, The
Register will issue daily morning edition,
devoted largely to the affairs and proceed ngs
OF the Conference. The enterprise has receiv-
ed cordial endorsement from the local COM
mittee of arrangements, and no effort will be
spared to make it worthy of liberal sup
port.
The terms of subscription will be twenty
live cents for the entire conference edition,
comprising six or seven issues; in clubs of
twenty or more twenty cents each. Only cash
subscriptions will be entered, as it will be i'm
possible to open any accounts for such small
amounts. This includes postage and mailing
to out-of-town subscribers and free delivery
by carriers in town.-Rockinghan Register.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

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 it
to all and have made it the most
popular remedy known.
Syrup of Figs is for sale in SOC
and 81 bottles by all leading drug.
gists. Any reliable druggist who
may not have it on hand will pro
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes to try it. DO not accept any
substitute.
CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP co.
SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.
LOUISVILLE. KY NEW YORK, nv
fob 2-1o
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Deaths last Week at Buena Vista.

The Buena Vista correspondent of
the Richmond Dispatch, under date of
March 10th, says
Fanny Jones (colored) was burned
to death one night this week. She was
sitting before fire asleep and her
clothes ignited. When discovered her
clothing was entirely consumed and
she was literally roasted.
Two sad deaths have occurred here
this week. S. B. Lackey, a most
worthy and promising young man 16
years of age, died of meningitis, and
Waldo, the infant son of Mr.. F. B.
Richards, manager of the iron-furnace,
died of pneumonia"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Installation of Rev. VIM. Cumming.

In accordance with previous announce
ment, Rev. VIM. Cumming was installed
Pastor of the Second Presbyterian church last
Sunday evening, the sermon being preached
by Rev. L. H. Paul, of Messy Creek; the
charge to the Pastor by Rev. J. =. Booker Of
Hebron; and that to the congreg. ton by Rev.
l.. B. Johnston, of HarrisonbL g. These
charges contained some very plain talk and
made an impression that will effect good.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
DEAL ESTATE FOR SALE!

Ioffer for sale privately my home plantation,
containing 259 acres-2Q acres of cleared and
the balance in good oak and pine timber. This
tract will make three good small farms or two
No. farms. will sell a whole, or | will
sell IS acres with good house and out-build
ings, or So acres on north side of Club Run, to
gether with my home dwelling, bank barn, fine
young orchard and necessary out-buildingS.
This farm has had my personal attention for
the past 25 years and is in fine state of Guilt
walton. This is a very desirable farm, located
nine miles east of HarrisOnburg, nine miles
all prosperous and booming towns. Also 2x
miles from station on the Norfolk and West
ern railway. This is good and thrifty com
munity, convenient to good schools and
churhes of nearly any denomination. This
farm is within three miles of three good mer-
chant mills and several stores. Parties de-
string to purchase a good farm can do well by
calling on or addressing the undersigned.
G. W. MAUZY; @.
Jan ID st MOntevideo, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

The Sunny South, the leading
literary weekly periodical of the
Southern States, was sold Saturday to
IIessrs. Clark Howell, J. R. Holiday
and C. G. Nichols, of the Atlanta Con.
stftution. The paper was established
nineteen years ago by J. H. Seals, and
is reported to have sod for $4,000.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Locai-Option Election i'm Rock
bridge County,,

A vote on the question of license or no Ii
cense will be taken in the South River Dis
trict of Rockbridge on Wednesday, April 9th
The Rockbridge Neacs says that District is al
present dry district, having been so made
by the results of an election in 1886. The
present movement is for the purpose of Sc
curing different expression from the people
and making it 'wet' district"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Buena Vista illustrated Pamphlet.

We have received a copy of the illustrated
pamphlet showing the remarkable progress
Buena Vista has m ade in the short period
since it has existed and the grounds of hope
of its continued progress, and it is "a hing Of
beauty'-gotten up in the most tasteful, ane
artistic style.
The reading matter is very interesting, .and
is written in the terse, perspicuous, and vel
easy-fowing, style of its accomplished auth, d
Hon. A. c. Gordon, of this city. The illult
trations are numerous of the important build
ings and the surrounding pictures Iue scenery,
copied from photographs, togethe, with per-
spective map of the city and immediate sur
roundings. The circulation of this pamphlet
in proper localities cannot fail to he of great
service to this prosperous and interesting
young city, which is destined to be city of size
and thrift.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

AssIGNMENTs.-Thc Staunton Furnitur,
Manufacturing Company has made an assign
ment to E. j. Cushing, Trustee, of its prop
erty, consisting of land buildings machinery
accounts, &C., to pay its debts amounting tt
about $500, which is less than its assets "A
J. Accord at Clifton Forge, has made an assign
ment. Liabilities much greater than assets
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

The Bazaar held few weeks ago, by the tenn
perance ladies in aid of a fund to erect tenn
perance building yielded after paying all ex
penses, the sum of s268.95. They are thorough
ly enlisted III the cause, and will succeed in
their object They don't include the word
"failureN in their vocabulary.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Best of ALI

To cleanse the system in gentle and truly
beneficial manner, when the Springtime
comes, use the true and perfect remedy, Syrup
of Figs. One. bottle will answer for all the
family and costs only so cents the large size
81. Try it and be pleased. Manufactured by
the California Fig Syrup Company only.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

Each season has its own peculiar malady;
but with the blood maintained in a state of
uniform vigor and purity by the use of Ayers
Sarsaparilla little danger need be feared from
meteorological influences. No other blood
medicine is SO safe and effective
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

II have used Ayers Hair Vigor for num-
Der of years, and it has Away given me salts
faction. 1t is an excellent dressing, prevents
the hair from turning gray, insures its vigor-
GUS growth, and keeps the scalp white and
clean" MARY A. Jackson, Salem, Mass.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Premiums for Counties Of Virginia.

The following premiums are @ fered to the
counties of Virginia by the Virg Tia State Ag-
ricultural and Mechanical Society at Its second
Grand Exposition, to be held at Richmond,
commencing October 9Th and closing October
18th, 1892. These premiums are open to
counties of Virginia only, not to individu-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

We invite attention to the advertisement OF
Frank Alexander & Co., who have removed
the entire stock of Harness, Saddles, Collars
and Horse Goods of E. Alexander & Co., to
their place of business at Is South Augusta
street
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

Garrett Gooch, Jr., son of Capt. G. G..
Gooch, in the Y. M. c. A. gymnasium last
Friday morning, had fall and knocked his
elbow out of joint. 1t was soon replaced and
he will soon be well again.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

Ex-President Cleveland has accepted
an invitation to deliver an address in
Valparaiso, Ind, at the formal opening
of new college chapel, May /.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Cleveland's Letter to Gen. E. 8. Brag

CleveIand's Letter to Gen. E. 8. Bragg.
Gen. E. s. Bragg, of Detroit, Michi-
gan, having written to Mr.. Cleveland
| urging him to make an avowal OF his
position in reference to the nomination,
and saying it is his duty to accept it,
Mr.. Cleveland replied to him as fol
lows
LAKEWOOD, N. j., March 9, 1892
Hon, Edward s. Bagg.-Dear sir: Your
letter of the 9TH instant is received.
have thought until now that might
continue silent on the subjects which,
under the high sanction of your posi-
ton as my acknowledgements and fellow
citizen and in your relation as a true
and trusted friend, you present to me-
If, in answering your questions, might
only consider my personal desires and
my individual ease and comfort, my re-
Spouse would be promptly made and
without the least reservation or diff
ficulty. But if you are right in sup
posing that the subject is related to a
duty l owe to the country and to my
party, condition exists which makes
such private and personal consideration
euUII01N l.
refrain from declaring,to you that my
experience in the great office OF Pres1-
dent of the United States has so i'm
pressed me with the solemnity of the
trust and it's awful responsibilities that
/ cannot bring myself to regard a can
didacy for the place as something to be
won by personal strife and active self.
assertion.
II have also an idea that the presi-
dency is pre-eminently the peoples Of
flee, and [ have been sincere in my con-
slant advocacy of the effective partici-
patton in political affairs on the part OF
all our citizens Consequently believe
the people should be heard in the choice
of their party candidates, and that
they themselves should make nomina-
tions as directly as is consistent with
open, fair and full party organization
and methods.
II speak of these things solely for the
purpose of advising you that my con-
ceptio n of the nature of the presiden-
tial Office and my conviction that the
voters of our party should be free in
the selection OF their candidates, pre-
clude the possibility of my leading and
pushing self-seeking canvass for the
presidential nomination. even if had
desire to be again candidate.
Believing that the complete suprem-
acy of democratic principles means in
| creased national prosperity and the in
creased happiness of our people, l am
earnestly anxious for the success OF the
| party. I am confident success is still
within our reach, but | believe this is a
time for democratic thoughtfulness and
deliberation, not only as to candidates
but concerning party action upon ques-
lions of immense interest to the patriot
ic and intelligent voters of the land,
who watch for assurance of safety as
| the price of their confidence and sup
port. Yours very truly,
! ''GROVER CLEVELAND
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

We invite attention to the advertisement OF
A. A. Sproul, Executor of Jas. Bumgardner
decd, of the sale on next Court-day, in front
of the Courthouse, of valuable farm of
about 100 acres on the Howardsville Turn
pike, about one mile East of Bethel church.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Minstrel Show.

Germans Minstrels will give an entertain
ment in the Opera-house next Monday night
This will be gratifying news to our citizens
who never fail to patronize a good minstrel
show
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

One of the horses of l.. H. Stephenson Esq,
of Monterey, Highland county, kicked anoth-
er in the pasture and broke its leg so badly
that it had to be killed
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
Staun:on Markets.
SPECTATOR OFFICE.

SPECTATOR OFFICE.
STAUNToS VA, March 18th, 1892.
There is not much change in the quotations
Wheat is 81 to 9S cts Corn As to 46cts., Clover
seed 81. to $50. Harness Leather is lower-city
finished p to %, and country finished 20 to %,
Butter p to 25, Eggs II to r. All other articles
in the price-current remain unchanged
BALTIMORE LIVE STOCK MARKET
THURSDAY, March TO- 1892. I
Prices of Beef Cattle this week ranged as fol-
lows:
Best ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 81 G2H(d4 70
Generally rated nrst quality. - IA 50
Medium OF good fair quality. S1x(a3 SIH
Ordinary thin Steers. oxen and
Of the Cattle received ll9 came from Virgin
ia.
The offerings were light and the demand
limited. Values were without serious change
and the market was stronger than last week.
We quote the range at $2at.I5, with most sales
at $3a4.G2k per 100 lbs.
Mich Cows-The market was duh and I'M
changed. We quote the range at Ssa40 per
head, with few extra at $i5.
Veal Calves-rhe market was duh with full
receipts. We quote at 6a6hc per ID.
Sheep and LambS-Trade only fair. The re-
ceipts are 100 head less than last week. We
quote common to fair sheep at 34aj4c, and
good to extra at 5h a62c per ID gross, values
being shade Of LAMBS 5a62c per lib gross.
MONDAY, March Il, 1872 !
Swine-The receipts are nearly as numerous
as last week, some 3S less than those reported
then. The quality is satisfactory to dealers
generally, there being a fair number of good
Western Hogs. The market is strong at last
weeks figures, and trade only fairly active.
Nearby Hogs sell at 64a6A cts; fair to best
Western 81 az cents per Id net, most sales of
Western at 67saT cents. The range is 6Ha7 cts
per Id net. The receipts of Hogs this week
numbered 1,050 head.
NEW YORK LIVE STOCK MARKET,
MONDAY, March IA. 1892.
Cattle-Receipts 1851 head, including 81 cars
for sale market firmer; native Steers 3.60aS490
per 100 lbs Bulls and Cows 1S0a$350 per 100 lbs.
Dressed Beef slow at Gas cts per lb. Shipments
today - BeeveS and - quarters of Beef.
| tomorrow go Beeves. Calves-Receipts AIS
head; market higher Neals 5a$S.25 per 100 lbs,
| Western Calves 000aS000. Sheep and Lambs
| Receipts 1880 head; market firm; Sheep 5.00a
6.1 per 100 lbs and Lambs 650a$1 go per 100 lbs.
| Dressed Mutton steady at Sa10 cents per ID,
| and dressed Lambs firm at Sail cents per ID.
| nominally steady at 4.90aS5.50 per 100 lbs.
| RICHMOND LIVESTOCK MARKET.
MONDAY, March IA, 1892.
| Receipts 800 head cattle, 50 head sheep,
and 1000 head hogs.
Sales: 275 head cattle, 80 head sheep, and
LOCO head hogs.
T. Prices:
| Cattle best 44a4Kc. gross; medium to good,
s34a4c. gross; common to fair, 24a34c gross.
Bulls, 2ka3c gross.
| Sheep, 5Aa6hc gross.
| Hogs, 6a6Hc net.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

LIST. End. 3rd.
Best collective exhibit of
COrnS, respecting quail
acre. ro. ~ 80 90 5000
Best collective exhibit of
WheatS, re Getting
quality and product
per acre, ................. 30 90 10 %
Best collective exh bit Of
Oats and Rye, respect
ing quality and prod
uct per acre,............ rs 90 10 %
Best collective exhibit of
Hays and Farm Peas,
respecting quality and
product per acre,....... 25 90 10 90
Best collective exhibit of
Dark Tobacco, respect
ing quality and prod
uct per acre, ............ 30 90 10 90
Best collective exhibit of
Light Tobacco respect
ing quality and prod
uct per acre. ........... 30 90 10 %
Best collective exhibit Of
Cotton, reSpe ting
quality and product per
acre, .................... 70 W 10 W
Best collective exhibit of
Garden Seed. ........... 20 90 loco
Best collective exhibit of
PEANUTS, ................. ~ w III w
Best collective exhibit of
Fruits, Observation-Disclosures. 30 90 10 %
Best collective exhibit of
Sweet and Irish POta-
toes. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 20 90 10 %
Best collective exhibit of
Root Crops other than
Potatoes, ................ ~ w III w
Best collective exhibit Of
other Vegetables, 20 90 10 %
Best collective exhibit Of
Shell and Scale Fish,. 30 90 10 %
Best bale of Broom Straw
Hay. III w
SWEEPSTAKES
Best collective exhibit Of
Agricultural Produc-
lions, .................... S5U W. %OO W az u
Best collective exhibit of
Minerals. ............... 20 wv @OO w 5o
Best collective exhibit of
Woods and Timber,.... 200 % $50 w 5o Y
Best collective exhibit by
any city or town of its
Local ManUf ctures,
comprising Wood, Me-
tallic and Textile Fab ~
RIGS. $50 90 200 40 so
For information, apply to
A. NJ TYLER, Secretary,
Richmond, Virginia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
BUILDING.

ID Persons contemplating buying
a lot and building a house, would do well to
enquire at the Staunton Improvement Co.'s
ONCE, 207, West Main Street, and get its plan
of building houses on the instalment plan.
apr 29-tf REEVES GAIT, Manager.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

E,ALL AND WINTER DRESS GOODS
FOR GENTLEMEN AND YOUTHS.
would most respectfully invite the atten-
ton of my customers and friends, and the
public generally, to my new fine stock of
FALL AND WINTER DRESS GOODS
which will please all tastes. In variety and
quality of goods my present stock has never
been excelfed by any which have ever here
tofore had. Now is the time to get tasteful
and use
SUITS IN THE LATEST STYLES.
Suits or Piece Articles of Clothing made up
in the most approved styles, and
WARRANTED TO GIVE SATISFACTION.
Goods also sold to be made elsewhere if de-
sired. All ask is a call, knowing that any
taste can be pleased. -
j. A. HUTCHINSON,
sept % No. 124 West Main Street.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16
NEW REAL ESTATE AGENCY.

Thos. c. Elder and Fitzhugh Elder have eu
tered into partnership for conducting the
business of Real Estate Agency at No. 103,
south Augusta Street, (the law office of Thos.
c. Elder under the firm name of Thomas &.
Elder & Son.
Real estate of all kinds, In town and coun-
try, bought and sold on moderate commits
sion. Farming lands will not be neglected.
The long experience of the senior member
in the real estate business and the promise of
the junior to devote all his energies to the bus
mess are the inducements offered to the pub
lie for share of its patronage.
THOMAS c. ELDER,
apl FITZHUGH ELDER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

Oh, Dear Davy, see what they have done.
They've whipped US out without doubt,
And Grover he has won.
l thought 1 surely would get through
By wearing grandpa's hat.
And Dave, the thing you thought would de
Was, "Fm Democrat"
But that old chestnut would not go,
They know what they're about.
And now the boys will have their show
With you and me left out.
CHo.-Oh, dear Davy, etc.
/ tried to get in on fight
And told Pat Egan so.
He played the game with all mis- might
But could not make it go.
You went and swallowed New York State,
The soonest chap in town.
But found out when it was too late,
You could not keep her down.
CHo.-Oh, degr Davy, etc.
Then Davy spoke, and thus he said,
l see it is too true,
The fools are for revenue reform,
And Grover Cleveland, too.
IT'S true II am Democrat
To quit the fight Pm 10th.
Let's crawl into your grandpa's hat,
It's big enough for both.
CHORUS.
Three cheers for Cleveland,
And for the glorious land,
The work is done, the victory won,
United all shall stand.
BALTIMORE, March 5.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1892-03-16

ELOUR! FLOUR! FLOUR!!
Il GOO Barrels capacity.l
THE STAUNTON MILLING COMPANY
are now operating their new mill and turning
out a Superior Flour which they offer to the
trade at low prices. Write or call for prices Of
our ssSilver Wave" Patent, and "Staunton
Belle" Family Flour. God wheat wanted.
j. A. FAUVER, Manager.
June lily Staunton, Va.