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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Evangelist Fife Coming

From an Orlando. Florida, paper we
see that the Evangelist, W. P. Fife, has
| been having very interesting meeting
in which all denominations have united,
and with the happiest results.
The pastors of the different churches
with their officers have most cordially
endorsed this earnest man, who is doing
great work for God. The objects for
which he works are the arousipg of
Christians, and then the conversion of
sinners He expects to be here about
the last of May.
The following resolution was unani-
mously passed at the close of the meet
ing at Orlando, Florida:
ResoJoed, That, God in his providence,
having sent His servant, our brother,
w. L. Fife, to proclaim the unsearch-
able riches of Christ to the people of this
place; and our brother having preached
the Word in simplicity and truth, with
all earnestness, relying only upon the
Holy Spirit to give efficacy and powerto
the words spoken, and God having bless
ed in a most wonderful manner the eff
forts OF our brother. arousing protesting
CiflStllES TO u sense OF their privileges
and duties such as they never felt before
and bringing scores of sinners to saving
knowledge of the truth as it is in Jesus
Christ
Therefore, we do most devoutly praise
God from whom all blessings flow, and
give thanks unto Him for His wonderful
works to the children of men, We praise
His holy name for sending our brother
to us, and accompanying his labors
among US with the mighty demonstra
tions of power. And we do earnestly
pray that the blessings of Almighty God,
Father, Son and Holy Ghost may rest
upon and abide with our brother, Will
liam 2. Fife. wherever the hand of God
may lead him, and that elsewhere, as
here, many souls may, by his instrument
tality, be led to Christ, to be stars in his
crown Of rejoicing in that day when
Christ shall come to make APP his jewels
W.. w. Elwang, pastor Presbyterian
church, s. b. Ives, elder; f. s. Hall, ell
der; J. W. Anderson, elder; W. M. Stem
ons, elder; Geo. r. Newell, deacon; W.
F. Barnes, deacon; ]. K. Duke, deacon;
Geo. G.. Munger, deacon.
B. K. Thrower, pastor NJ. E. Church
South; James A. Knox. steward; Frank
A. Curtis. steward ; G.. E. Macy, steward.
s. M. Hughes, pastor Baptist Church;
r. NJ. Bennett, trustee; e Fl Rice, deacon.
Orlando, Fla, April 8, 1893.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Gone to Covington, Va.

Mr. Moses S. Persinger, of the firm of
Stull s. Co., who are conducting a meat,
grocery and provision store in this city,
left for Covington on Monday evening
last, to take charge of branch store in
that place. Mr.. Persinger is jovial,
clever gentleman and an excellent busi-
ness man, who will be greatly missed by
large circle of friends. We regret his
departure, but take pleasure in recon-
mending him to the citizens of Coving-
ton, as in every way worthy of their con
fidence and friendship.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
TO THE VOTERS OF THE TOWN OF
CHIFFON FORGE. Va.

[ hereby announce myself a candidate
for re election to The Office OF Town Sar-
geant, and solicit the support of all MY
citizens, regardless of politics. II
elected, promise a faithful performance
OF the duties pertaining to the Office, and
ask ali my friends who favor justice and
fair play to rally to my support. Elec-
ton Thursday, May 25th, 1898.
PAUL GLEASON.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Let Us Take Warning.

The recent disastrous fire at Fincastle
should serve as an object lesson to US.
We are poorly equipped for such an inn
mergency, SO far as an efficient organi-
cation is concern I'd. A town the size of
Clifton Forge should have a well drilled
Fire Company. and now is the time to
move in this direction. We have a suf-
ficient number of young men to form
such a Company, and it is only necessary
to state that it is a pressing need, to in
sure it's success.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Returned to Clifton.

Mr.. August c. Evans, who was former
ly in the employ of Robert s. Enstmin-
ger as barber, but who was compelled to
position, arrived in this city from
Edinburg, Va, on Tuesday last. He has
resumed his former position and will be
pleased to serve his old friends and the
public generally.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Gantaal Clothiers

Attention is directed to the new adj
vertisement of Messers. Weller & Armen.
trout, Staunton, Va, which appears in
this issue. This is a favorite clothing
store with those who like first class
goods, well made and neat fitting. Read
what they have to say, and give them a
call when in Staunton.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Gala, Va.

APRIL 18th, 1898.
Mr.. Alton Barbee returned to Gala
Water last Thursday evening q happy
Benedict. He and Mrs. Barbee are now
at Mr.. G. W. VOLTS.
Mr.. Jack Milton and family from Big
Hill moved to Eagle Rock yesterday.
They expect to make that place their
home in the future
Emmeline Crawford, a highly respect
ed colored woman, about fifty years OF
age, died here last week of heart disease.
At Galatia Presbyterian church there
was held preaching on Friday night,
Saturday and Sunday mornings. Com.
mun1on services on Sunday morning.
Messrs. Braxton Zollman, of Rock
bridge county, Kulp. of Buena Vista,
and j. A. Heckehan, of Culloln, Illinois,
were at Gala Water and Daggers Springs
last week. Mr.. Ku]p is a member of the
Buena Vista paper company, a prosper
Gus concern engaged in the manufacture
OF paper from poplar wood. Mr.. X. ex-
poets soon to get out poplar for this pur
pose in our section. Mr.. Heckelman
seemed to be seeing the country and to
be buy ;ng up Indian relics, arrow-heads,
tomahawks, etc.
Messrs. Deisher and Kayser are going
along with their mining, and will soon
begin to haul ore for shipment.
Messrs. w. B. Bean & Sons began work
a week ago. Bring in your corn and see
the wheels go round
Mr.. Farley's ferry has been completed
for ten days or more, and crossing the
''Jemes'' is now an easy matter.
All these industries, mill, ferry, mining
and timber-getting, tell their own tale
Gala Wafer is not asleep, and if few of
the sometimes nimble liars don't watch
well our town will yet be in at the goal
before them.
April nth, 1898.
Miss BERTHE Darnell, of Rockbridge
county, has been visiting her cousin,
Mrs. james Hannah, at this place.
Mrs. J. B. Bell and Miss Rudlsil, of
Eagle Rock, have also been guests of
AIrs. Hannah.
Miss Susie Fontaine, of Clifton Forge.
is spending the week with her friends,
the Misses Echols.
Mr.. s. L. McClung has been in from
West Virginia for several days, but ex-
poets to return tomorrow to his work
Mr.. McC. has schemes on hand for joins
ing railway construction party in the
Island of Jamaica Several of our young
men speak of accompanying this party,
in order to get rich and see the sights.
After the services at Galatia Church
on Sunday morning a congregational
meeting was held to act on the resgna-
~ NJ
Clark's resignation was not accepted,
the church SO deciding by unanimous
vote.
Mr. Deisher is shipping ore this week
to Low Moor, and the mill here is in first
rate running ORDER o things are lively.
DIXIE.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Stewards Conference.

Mr.. R. D. Nuckols of the firm of Tay-
lcr u Nuckols, left for Covington Tues
day where he will be joined by County
Clerk Hobbs, and the two, representing
the respective M. E. Churches of Clifton
Forge and Covington, viii proceed to
Lewisburg, w. Va. to attend a meeting
of Stewards Of the various Methodist
churches in this district.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Election of Vestrymen.

The regular annual election for seven
persons to serve as Vestrymen of the
Episcopal church, was held in the Parish
Room on Friday night last, which re-
suited in the choice of Dr. w. H. F. Mil
Ter and d. S. Eichelberger as Wardens,
and Messrs. Lewis Hartman, H. T. Mel
son, James "a Frazier, W. r. Duerson
and Robert A. Coyner, as Vestry MEN.
The evening for the meeting of the
Bible class has been changed from Fri
day to Thursday.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
FOR CITY TREASURER.

/ hereby respectfully announce myself
a candidate for the office of City Treas
urer, at the election Thursday, May 25th,
1888, and solicit the support of the voters
Of Clifton Forge. IF elected, promise a
prompt and faithful discharge of the da-
ties of the Office.
Respectfully,
april 20-te.l CnARLEs E. CARSON.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
ANNOUNCEMENT.

MEssRs EDIToRs:-Please announce
Mr.. A. B. Anderson, as a candidate for
the Office o. City Treasurer. Mr.. Alder
son is an enterprising citizen, taxpayer
and competent to DISCHARGE the duties
of the Office. We heartily recommend
him to the voters ofC lifton Forge.
MANY CITIZENS.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Spring Fair at Assembly Park

Spring Fair at Assembly Park.
The Farmers Picnic, Machinery and
Stock Exhibit at Assembly Park Harri-
sonburg, this year will be held May 80,
81, June 1 and2 The program is attrac-
tive and includes what is expected to be
the finest Machinery Exhibit ever held
in the Valley, much fine stock, Band
Contest including 20 bands, Farmers
Institute, conducted by skilled special
lists, riding, driving and bicycling con-
tests, &c, the details Of which are now
being completed. The great success of
this novel Spring fair last year will
doubtless be surpassed this spring.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
april 1t
TO THE VOTERS OF ALLEGHANY
COUNTY.

respectfully announce myself can
didate for re election to the Office OF
CLERK OF THE COURTS OF ALLEGIIANY
COUNTY, and pledge myself, if elected,
to give to the affairs of the Office the same
constant attention and careful super
vision that | have endeavored to exer-
else in the past. In the rapid growth
of the County the business OF the Office
has greatly increased in volume and i'm
portance, but with the aid of experience
and the assistance of faithful and eff
cient deputies, hope to be able to per-
form all my official duties promptly,
properly, and to the satisfaction of the
public.
j. J. HOBBS.
a q 100 10
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Livery Stable Moved.

Capt. R. II. Davis has moved his livery
stable from its former location to the new
stable erected by Mayor Bowles, in rear
of the Post Office. This wiz be an excel
lent location, being convenient to water
and having ample room for the storage
of vehicles.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
Going to the Naval Rendezvous.

Mr.. John D. Potts, division passenger
agent of the Chesapeake and Ohio rail-
way, and Mr.. r. W. Courtney, passen-
ger agent of the Norfolk and Yves tern
railroad, report that large crowds went
down to Norfolk, Old Point, and New
mort NaiuS
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
ISSUED EVERY THURSDAY MORNING.
ST. z Year, Invariably in Advance

YEARLY ADVERTISEMENTS win he collected at
the end OF ,sli quarter, when prompt settle
ment is expected to be made.
TRANSIENT hDyEarIsEMEyqs afe payable ii,
advance or wien the advertisement has been
completed rs may be agreed upon.
Bills Tor JOB WORK viii be due wien the work
is COMPLETED.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20

He tells what he saw Mr.. Chas. j.
Winstrand Brisbin, Clearfield Co., Pa,
writes: "My father caught a very severe
cold in the mines, and he purchased a
bottle Of DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup and
after using it he had no more cold. J"
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
FOR ComslksiE.

], K. BROWN respectfully solicits the
support of the voters of Clifton Forge
District for the Office of Constable, at the
election to be held Thursday, May 25th,
1898.
april 13-te.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
A Newsy Paper.

We are in receipt of the Butetouft and
Buchanan Banner, with Messrs. Geo Q.
Greene y Co., editors and proprietors.
1t is neat and newsy eight>column pa
per, and we wish it great success.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
For Rent.

Upper floors of the Stull s. Co. build
ing on Main street, over their Meat an6
Provision Store. These rooms are suit
able for keeping Boarding House, anf
are desirable as offices. Central location
Apply to
feb. 9-3m] STULL s. Co.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20

highest
B Es,sIlIs'!
AGaS0g gTEaY PURE
County Court Proceedings.
AnSGna agHEgY,a PURE

County Court adjourned on Monday
( last, after protracted session of nearly
| two weeks.
Commonwealth VS. Ben Birchfied, YER
diet of jury, guilty OF voluntary man
slaughter, and term of imprisonment in
penitentiary at two years. Motion for
to Circuit Court.
The following applications for license
! to sell liquor were docketed and contin-
ued until the next term: Jones for
bar and retail at Putnam & Woods old
stand at Clifton Forge Brooks & Rick
ter for ordinary and retail at Sweet
! Chalybeate Springs.
Commonwealth rs ODE Cole, continued
until next term.
Commonwealth VS. r w Hepler, motion
for new trial withdrawn and accused
| sentenced to two years in penitentiary.
The number of Justices for Covington
Magesterial District was increased from
| three to four, and W. S. Wills was APP
| pointed as the fourth.
| Adjourned.
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS.
West Iron Crate Land Co. to Guy Coch-
ran, lot 8, sec 212; lots 7 and IS, sec 4,
West Iron Gate.
Same to D. B. Taylor, lot 5, sec 213 !;
lots 10 and H. sec 221, West Iron Gate Co.
f. p. Sizer and wife to Jas NJ Sizer, all
lands of grantor on East side of Potts
| Creek, also 6 81 acres on West side of
Potts Creek
MF Duvall and wife to Ivison Good
win, West half of lot TO- sec 4, Clifton
Forge.
FIX Watts to A S Ayres, lot II, blk SO,
Covington extension.
Old Dom. Invest Co to 6 w Brown,
lots 10 and 10, blk So, W Clifton Forge. Il
Allegheny Min and Dew CO. to s l.
Fender and ] P Keeling, lot S, blk 40,
sec 1, A N and d cos lots.
j I McAllister, spl comr, to Mrs Mar
garet Collins, % acres, known as "Cove
Run Tract
I have had catarrh for twenty years.
and used all kinds of remedies without
relief Mr.. Smith druggist, of Lite Falls
recommended Ely's Cream Balm. The
effect Of the first application was magical,
it allayed the inflamtion, and the next
morning my lead was as clear as q bell.
am convinced it's use will effect per-
manent cure 1t is soothing and pleas
aut, and strongly urge its use by all
sufferers George Terry, Little Falls,
n. Y.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
New Buildings Going Up.

Contractor E. A. Coyner is putting in
the foundation on West Main street for
two story brick building, 40x60, which
will have two handsome store rooms on
the first floor and the upper story will be
finished either for Offices or residence
apartments. 1t will be owned by him
self and brother.
Mr.. J. Ford has contracted for the cree
ton of brick structure on the same
street, just beyond Smiths creek, the
foundation having been commenced.
The double brick residence OF Messrs,
Duncan & King is under roof, and will
soon be ready for occupancy.
Mr.. J. B. Snaps brick house is going
up rapidly on West Church street.
Work on Mr.. A. O. Surber's frame res
idence has so far advanced that it is
ready fer the painters 1t is we'll pro-
portioned building with Mansard roof,
and will be very attractive house when
completed.
Some dist ance North of this, Mr.. A. s.
Hincle has erected a frame house, which
will be finished in short while.
All the above mentioned are substan-
tial Improvements, and show conclusive
ly that Clifton Forge is making sure and
steady progress.
Social Reception at the Presbyterian
Church.
This entertainment last Friday even
ing is said by all to have been the most
enjoyable of any yet given. The music
by Messrs Duncan, Taylor, Shepherd and
the choir was excellent. Mr. Duncan
sang "The Serenade," also 1.-THE Last
Night" Mr.. Taylor sang ''The Old Sex
ton" At the close the church singers sans
short selection.
The Accomplishments were very kindly
and we'll played by Mrs. A. Harris, Miss
Ballou and Miss Williamson.
Amy account of it would be incomplete
without the mention of the humorou.
recitation by Miss Blanche Miller. He
evolutionary powers ase of a high order
The Committee of the Young People
Society and the Ladies' Aid Society de
serve, as they lave, the thanks of all TO
their trouble in the matter, and are t.
be congratulated upon the very satisfac
tory evening they gave their friends.
The refreshments were not only al
that could be desired, but abundant.
A number of persons from other de
nominations joined in the pleasures O
the evening.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
For Malaria, Liver Trou-
bic, or Indigestion, use
BROWN S IRON BITTERS
Female Weakness Positive Cure.

10 THE EDIToR:-Please inform yonr readers
that have positive remedy for the Thousand
and one ills which arise from deranged female
organs. shall be glad to send two bottles of
my remedy FREE to any lady if they will send
their Express and p O. address. Yours respect
fully. DR. 3. D. MARGHISI. Utica. N. Y.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20

When Baby was sick. we gave her Castoria
When she was a Child she cried for Castoria
When she became Miss, she chung to Castorie.
When she had Children. she gave them Castoria
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20
A Few Pointed Paragraphs.

A merchant who expects a constant
patronage should be regular advertiser.
Dull seasons ought never come to the
business man who uses printers ink ju-
diciusly.
The VIRGINIAN will open it's subscript-
ton books to those interested in finding
first-class medium for reaching Gus
toners in this city and county.
Purchasers are ON the lookout for
bargains and the merchant who waits
for customers to come around and pull
him out Of his shell, will get left every
day in the week.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-04-20

F. P. Staley, furniture dealer at Cliff
ton Forge has the largest and most beau
tiful stock of furniture to be found out
side of the large cities. an evidence OF
which fact is known by his extensive adj
vertising. Read his ad in the Sentinel.
Mr.. W. G. Persinger, candidate for
County Clerk, returned home last Sun
day from Covington where he had been
on an electioneering tour. He seemed
to be very much encouraged. We wish
him much success He is so well known
he needs no commentator from US
CoUingto11 Sentinel.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-12-15
CHARITY BALL TONIGHT.

The Event Will Probably be the Society
Occasion of the Season.
To-night's event at Hotel Roanoke,
the library charity ball, to be given
under the auspices Of the Circle Of
Mercy Of Kings Daughters, promises
being the society event Of the season
In spite of the opposition expressed in
the pulpit large number of tickets
have been sold and a large crowd is
expected to be present.
The ballroom of the hotel will be
prettily decorated for the occasion with
cedars, holly ferns and pottod plants
and with the many pretty costumes
being arranged by the ladies, the sight
will undoubtedly be brilliant one.
Mrs. Huger will receive and will be
assisted by the ladies of the Circle A
moor committee Of genulemeu has been
selected and from the mthe gentlemen
dancers will receive their orders, while
the ladies will be supplied at the dress
ing rooms
The order will comprise square and
round dances, no german figures having
been arranged. The dancing will com
mence at and end prom pity at O'Clock,
the music for the occasion being
furnished by the Machine Works
Orchestra.
1t hoped by the ladies in charge of
the affair that the gentlemen will come
in costume, but those in the ordinary
dress suits will be very welcome.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-12-15
FLOYD FACTS AND FANoIEs.
Incidents of Interest From the Court
House and Vicinity.


FLOYD, Va, Dec. 14.-Henry c.
Shelor and daughter, Miss Lizzie, Of
Roanoke, together with G.. W. Shelor
and daughter, Miss Matte, formerly of
Roanoke, but now of Bent Mountain,
have been visiting here.
Miss Alice Adkins, formerly of Floyd
but who has been living for several
years in Nebraska. is now visiting
friends and relatives at and near the
courthouse.
The grippe has been a very unwel-
come visitor in this vicinity for some
time since. Mrs Dobyns, who was re-
ported sick few days since, is but
little better. Mrs. j. NJ. Boyd has had
severe case Of the grippe, but is better
now. a. j. Lees little boy, Posey, who
WAS seriously Ill on Sunday, is better
Several cases were tried before our
magistrates on Monday. Among others
was the trial of a young Mr.. Reynolds,
who was thought to be implicated in
the shooting of Mr.. Weddle, which took
place some time since by parties I'M
known. Mr.. Weddle is nearly we'll
again. Suspicion is being laid on some
other boys of the vicinity. but nothing
definite is known as to the parties who
did the shooting.
Miss Kate Smith, who was reported
some time since as having lost her
mind. has been taken to Boston by her
brother, where she will live with him
and his sister
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-12-15

Offset this difference in quality. If the
duty is taken off they expect to be able
to lay down coal at about So 25 alongside
tho wharf at Boston,"
What would you think is the prob
able result Of the abrogation of the
duty?"
Ans. 1.-The abolition of duty will mean
not only throwing the mon at our mines
out of employment and giving the work
which they should do TO Nova Scotia
miners, but also will be giving bounty
to tho English government, or rather to
the Dominion government, as no doubt
you are aware of the fact that the coal
lands are owned by the Dominion gov
eminent, and the royalty received by
same goes into the treasury of the gov
eminent"
"TIow is it they can sell their coal at
such a low rate, f. o. b."
Ans. They are able to sell their
coal at low price, (. o. b., in conse.
quence Of not being obliged to pay rail
road tolls to any extent, whilst we are
handicapped by having to transport our
coal 375 to 400 miles,
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-12-15

The faculty of the University OF Vir-
GINA are evidently more impressed with
the fact than ever that the higher insti-
tutions of learning are allowing too
much prominence to be paid to athletics
at the expense OF the regular work. A
circular has recently been sent out by
them 10 the parents and guardians OF
the Students, informing them of the
habits of many of the students leaving
with the football and baseball teams to
the serious detriment of their studies
They suggest that in the future the
parents and guardians be careful in
granting to their sons and wards per-
mission 10 leave the University at their
pleasure. The stand is we'll taken.
The faculty is not opposed to a,h-
letics; in fact, the phi ysical development
OF the students there is carefully fos-
tered, but there IS certainly ground for
complaint from the source they men ton.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-12-15
ROANOKE, VA. DECEMBEK Is, 1898
SUNDAYS NOVEL SUPPLEMENT.

Henry Arkell," a stirring story by
Mrs. Henry Wood, author of East
Lynne" and other prominent books,
will be issued complete in
THE TINES novel supplement on
Sunday. 1t is the third supplemen
to be issued, two others having APP
peared with the preceding Sunday edi-
tions and met with a most cordial re-
ception.
Be sure and get this great story for
your Sunday reading and you will not
care whether it rains outside or not. 1t
is presented free with every copy Of
The TINES.