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Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
Of Interest to Farmers.

The following which was written for
the Winchester Neirs IS in keeping with
the theory of shallow cultivation for corn
after tho plant has begun to grow rapidly
which has interested our farmers for say
eral years and has gained many converts
The bulletin referred to In the article
will be mailed to our farmers free of
charge upon application TO the Expert
ment Station of the Virginia Agricultural
aud Mechanical College, at Blacksburg,
Va, and as this station is constantly en-
gagged in experiments of the greatest in
terest to farmers they should not fail to
write for the bulletins
Mr.. Editor In vol. one, Ne. II, Boil
letn No. 90, Dec. 1892, find some inter
esting items published by the Agricultural
Experimental Station, at Blacksburg, Va
on the cultivation of corn. From the re-
port it would seem much injury is often
done to corn by too deep working after
the plant has begun to grow rapidly. The
report says, eff shallow culture is given
and the surface often stirred it acts as
mlch to the root conserving the moisture
of the soil by allowing no capillary tubes
to form"
Our farmers have been discussing the
two theories. One of deep culture until
the corn is laid aside, the other shallow
working after the corn has begun to grow
rapidly. The result of a most careful
test by the station has demonstrated
the last theory to be correct
During the continued drouth of last
summer, many farmers, no doubt, Guilt
waited the soil very deep, hoping to secure
moisture but alas it seems they were
doing the corn an injury by producing
capillary tubes, through which the moist
nle escaped. According to the test made,
as quoted above, more corn would have
been raised last season by shallow plow-
ing after the corn had commenced to grow
rapidly. At your request l have jotted
down the above, hoping it may cause
ome of our farmers to look into the mat
ter and test the two theories to their own
satisfaction. In my own experience Of
the last ten years l have found it more
pro iitabls to rlow shallow after the corn
rad well started. J. N. Long.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
EXCHANGE NOTES

Broadway Enterprise A. NJ. Turner, on
Shenandoah mountain, this county, has
eclipsed the record this winter, having
killed ten black bears, that ranged in
weight from 100 to SEQ pounds. The iuls
OF these bears sold on an average at 500
each.
Shenandoah Press Miss Julia A. Hooy.
er and Mrs. Barbara b. Hoover died at
their residence, near this place, on Sun
dry, the 10Th inst. the former in the
afternoon ard the latter in the evening
Miss Hoover was aged II years, , months
and 2j days, aud MIS-. Hoover WAS aged 20
years, months and days. Some time
since Miss Hoover was paralyzed, and she
never IA led from the attack. Mrs. Hooy-
eT's death vas the result OF cancer of the
stomach, from which she had long been a
suf'-rer. The remains of both were IN
tered in che grave in the family bury ing
ground, on Tuesday, the DIST inst, the
funeral services being conducted by Elder
Reuben Stricken. Mr. John Hoover aud
Mrs. Henry Theis are the only survivors
of the Hoover family, the father, Mr
Samuel Hoover, having died several years
aro
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
The Hoon Skirt.

The threatened revival of the hoop skirt
is bringing forth a perfect howl OF in
dignant protest from the men and many
of the women. Bills against the wearing,
selling or manufacturing of this abomna-
ton have been introduced IN The Legs
latures of New York, Iowa, Kentucky,
Wisconsin and Tennessee. Why any
sensible woman should want to dlsfgure
herself in this way is moro than the
average man can understand, but alas
sad experience teaches us that some Of
the dear creatures would break their
necks just to be in the fashion. The wo-
men have often formed clubs against GER
tam habits in men, now let the men form
clubs against the hoop skirt girls and
you can bet your "sweet lite" it will put
a sudden stop to the whole business.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
EDINBURG ITEMS.

Miss Emma Pettigrew, of Lexington,
is vising her sister, Mrs. Rsy. II. S. Coe.
Mrs. Francis Boehm and daughter, Miss
Verde, who spent the winter 10 Roanoke,
have returned to their home here
Another firm here, Marstons, have
started out drummer boy who visits the
different homes of the town and solicits
business.
Messrs. N. Foller, W. L. Dosh and VIM.
Ramey, of Woodstock, are here making
some repairs to Capt. G. W. KOontz's
large Touring mill.
A two weeks old infant of Mr.. and
Mrs. Robt. Hickman, residing on the
creek just east of town, died On Saturday
and was buried at Union Forge on Sur
day.
The supper, art gallery and fortune
tree, gwen by the ladies of the Metho-
dist church last week, was well attended,
and proved a success in every way. The
net proceeds amounted to $4,000.
Mr. and Mrs. John Detwller, who re-
sides on the pike, short distance from
town, celebrated the 3ith anniversary of
their marriage on Saturday night last. A
number of their friends were present and
spent n most enjoyable evening. Mr.. and
Mrs. Detwiler removed here from Penn
sylvania few years ago and have made
themselves very popular with our people.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
Look out for Fire.

The windy month OF March is here, the
most dangerous part of the year for fires
Be- very careful and examine closely your
stoves, pipes chimDsys, fues, &c. As
there are some persons in every town who
don't care a cent for such things, and
who would not give the snap of their
fingers for the safety of other peoples
property, would it not be a good thing
for the fire committee of the council to
take tour OF observation and inspect
everything in this line with great care
We feel certain they would find many
things that would astOnsh thom. Apoth-
er matter Of the utmost Importance is the
condition of the fire department. Is
everything IN the best possible condi-
ton 7 If not some persons are guilty of
objectionable negligence. See to this at
once. Don't wait an hour or it may prove
to our community subject of bitter but
unavaillng regret for mahy years to
come.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
HONOR ROLL.
REPORT ON prGu's nm scuoot.

REPORT or PUGn's RUN SCHOOL
No. y, for the 4th month, ending Feb
9th. A. S viii, Teacher.
The folio wing named pupils deserve
honorable mention for scholarship and de.
pertinent Gennie Artz, Ada, Mary, Lucy
and Agnes Fravel, Fannie aud Annie,Pli.st,
D5lia MyersI Jamie Foltz, Dora Funkhsus
or, Esta Painter, Molls,Copp, Gertie Copp
Homer and Hilbert Artz, Geo. Rudy aud
Homer Wright
These pupils did not miss day during
tho month Gennie Ariz, Della Myers,
Oscar Hotel, Clarence Rinksr, Benton,
Frank and Willie Priest, and Hubert
Artz.
Percent Of attendance Boys SO. Girls
10 Total IS.
MT. IA cgsON GRADED SCHOOL.
The following names are on the Lonor
roll of the Nj. Jackson Graded School,
for the month ending Feb. 2lth, 1898.
Geo. w. Clem's Department Willie
R Do"ney, Ollie Bnrkett, Geo II. Coff-
man, John Hall, Lafaye Jordan, Edgar
Jordan, Eugene +. Moore, Arthur Nav.
Burgess B. Proctor, Miller Rinker, Henry
Ruby, Herbert Trotter, Lula May Ray
and Maggie Romack.
Mise Alice Rinker's Department John
Rosenberger, Charles Rosenberger, Willie
Craze, Ross n. Kelso. Randolph Hite,
Preston Hte, Mammie Rttenour, Willie
Ritttnour, Albert Hawkins. Samuel
Hawkins, William, Charles and Samuel
Kooniz, Russell Firth, Minnie Ruby,
Maggie Stoneburner, Lem Rinker, Ernest
Ruby.
J. ". WayIand's Department :-Cball.s
Burkett, Cleveland Hannah, Harry
Hawkins, Gabril OGir, George Ward,
Eugene Stoneburner
REPORT OF UNION FORGE GRADED SCHOOL
for the 4th mouth, ending Feb oath, 1893.
The following pupils deserve especial
mention for diligence and attendance:
Ernest Gilman, Philip Glenn, Oscar
Coit,lt, Philip HGtchison, Arthur and
Otis iloller, Wi lie Lantz, Reuben, Ezra
and Sam. Sibert, Rose Bowers, Laura and
Sada Coffman. a. PITT Bowers, Prin.
Primary Department.-For diligence
and department: Mary and Daisy Coilslt
Vallie and Pearl Holler, Mary and Matte
Sibert, Ina Miller, Blanche and Ada Travel
and Ogden Miller.
ALICE Y. COFFELT, Teacher.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
Telephone Line.

Judge Mclaughlin has granted char
ter to the Valley Telephone and Tele-
graph Company, who have purchased the
old telephone line of Rosenberger. Shirley
& Co., extending from Stanton to Win.
chester. The line will be put IN com.
plete repair as seen as the weather will
permit and at once open up for business
DR.. J. l. Tuplett, one Of the directors, in
forms us that all the necessary material
for fully equlpping the line in frst-clas'
condition has been ordered.
This will be a much needed improve.
ment and a very great convenience, as 1t
viii put all The Valley towns in rapid and
cheap connection. We think that branch
lines extending from the principal points
along the line, such as from Woodstock to
Wardensvillo and intermediate points
would pay the company a good interest
on the capital invested.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
GREEN HILL ITEMS.

Some of the young folks have been at
tending the protrIcted meeting at Pine
Grove this week. They enjoy the ser
vices very much.
Oh, We forgot TO tell you that Prof.
Lautz, Who is teaching school at this
place, got a valentine last week. The
boys and girls enjoyed it very much; but
we arc sorry to say the Professor vas not
pleased quite so hugely, but it did not
last long.
Remember the big sale at Mr.. W. c..
Thompson's on Saturday and the big
bargains that will be offered. Now is
your time.
What has become of Papa's Little Boy
and Blusbing Beauty We would like to
hear from them. Well we will close,
f,arlng the waste basket. b.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03

A tickling sensation Of the throat, a
piping voice and a disposition to expecto-
rate frequently, are the forerunners of a
dangerous throat affection. The bron-
chial trouble often develops INTO con
sumption, unless checked by the timely
use Of DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup. Beware.
Subscribers living at a distance to
whom we have repeatedly sent statements
of their Indebtedness to the HERALD ale
once more requested to send us the
amount they owe. at the small sub
scriptlon rate of one dollar year we
cannot furnish them the paper on time
and wait until eternity for the money as
some of them seem to expect. Send it at
once OF we will be forced to resort to
other methods. We are heartily sick Of
dun ming You through the paper.
We must request our correspondents,
especially gentlemen, to discontinue
writing over such silly 'nom de plumes"
as 'Papa's Dazzling" "Mama's Pet"
"Papa's Little Boy &c, &c. 1t is
down right nauseating, as the immortal
B. F. B. says, enough to make fellow
ding mp" With young lady writers, of
course, 1t is different They are all pets
and darlngs, bless their dear hearts.
A good town is ore in which the farm
ers spend their money with home mer-
chants, and the laborers spend the money
earned with their local tradesmen; where
the feeling and good will of every citizen
is in sympathy Vith home industries and
here every article that can be, is bought
of the local dealers and mannfacturers.-
This is the spirit Of reciprocity between
business men and merchants, tradesmen
mechanics, farmers and laborers, and 1t
makes business lively; the town prospers
and grows, and above all is a pheasant
place to live in.
The reads throughout this section are
simply horrible. In fact it IS Just I'M
possible to haul the ligbtest load over
many portions of them. When will our
people learn tho almost incalculable
value Of good roads The loss to our
country from tins cause must be enor.
nous, We wish some one Of the experts
among our readers would furnish as with
an estimate We feel satisfied it would
make the people of Shenandoah open their
eyes in utter establishment.
The streets of this town are in wofully
muddy condition, and some Of the side
airs are almost as bad. Wherever the
brick pavsments are lacking the walking
Is anything but agreeable. The sidewalk
on east Court street, from Main street to
the Presbyterian church corner, a much
used thorougbfare, needs brick pave
ment badly, and it IS hoped that a way to
secure this much needed improvement
may soon be devised. in fact a brick
pavement, the entire length of this part
of the street, clear to the creek, would be
blessing, and he property owners front
ing on it have now grand chance to
immortalze themeelyes, such as they
should not let slip.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
A Lean for Iihartv.

Ben. Bineaker, who is confined in jail
here awaiting trial for stealing three
pecks OF corn, made a break for liberty On
Saturday evening last. Jailor Wsnger
had released him from cell at his own.
request to help scrub the jail floor, and
when be turned TO lock the cell door
Bineaker leaped down the stairs and
dashed out of the door into the front yard
with Mr. Wenser in hot pursuit. In
making a sharp turn at the gate the
prisoner slipped and fell. and before he
could recover the jailor grabbed him by
the collar and yanbsd him back to his
cell without the least ceremony. Bine-
akor, in reply to a question, said he would
Iun whenever be got chance, but IL is
safe 10 say he won't have many Of them.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
Anthraclte Coal in The Valley.

We are reliably informed that G. neral
Negly, of New York, has discovered a
large vein of splendid anthracite coal IN
Rockingham county. Genl. Negly rspres-
ents New York company oflarge capital
who have recently purchased a big track
of land in the above county near the
Valley Branch, B. & o. L. R., and it is
on this land the coal has been found.
The American Diamond Rock Boring
Company have their machinery in posi-
ton for exploring the ridge in which the
coal is located, by boring a number Of
holes to a GrOat depth. Shoull this dis
covery turn out as General Negly, a man
OF great experience, says it undoubtedly
will, it will be OF incalculable value, as
1t will demonstrate the presence Of coal
in other parts Of the Valley, AMI give this
favored section a boom beyond the ex-
pectatious Of the most sanguine.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
Property Changes.

Messrs. Howard Golliday and Geo. John
son have purchased of Capt. I. C. Baker,
the very pleasant and attractive residence
cow occupied by him on Commerce street,
a few doors from tho Disciples church.
1t will be occupied by Mrs. Kate Johnson
their mother.
Mr.. F. g. Shaver has sold the hand
some dwelling on the corner OF tho same
street, now occupied by Mrs. johnson, to
some one whose name we lave not learn
ed.
Mr.. Shaver has also sold the dwelling
house or Spring street, adjoining the rail
road, now occupied by Mr.. Geo. Ryan, to
Mr. Enoch Duncan, who will meyo into
it in a few days.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
Mystery Tea and Art Gallery.

The Mystery Tea and Art Gallery givcn
by the ladies of the Lutheran church on
the evenings of February 22nd and 23rd,
was pleasant and enjoyable affair and
was literally patronized Everything
nice to eat was served up in attractive
style and sold at reasonable prices. The
drill 10y seventeen young girls, each couple
being dressed alike and all armed with
shepherds crooks, and under the skillful
teaching of Miss Lou Bushong, was a
very beautiful and interesting feature of
each evening.
The Art Gallery proved a never ending
source Of amusement, and great credit is
due to the ingenuity displayed in getting
it Up.
Although the expenses were heavy the
financial part of the affair was also a
success, the net proceeds being ffty-tvo
dollars.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
Teachers Institute Organized.
For the HERALD.

A Teachers Institute was held al
Sanmsville, Va, Feby. 22ld, bat owing
to inclemeut weather it as not very we'll
attended by teachers from a distance, still
an organization was effected and a very
interesting and instructive meeting was
the result. We think if more Of these
meetings were held We would haYe better
teachers and better schools.
Pursuant to a cell OF School Trustees Of
Stouewa.l School District, its teachers
assembled at Saumsl le, FebY. 22ad. 1913.
On motion Mr. Reuben Holl2r was
elected temporary chairman, and MI. E.
F. Ramey, Secty.
On motion of Mr. y. +. Spiaer a per.
manent organization was effected and the
following officers elected G. B. IIaun,
President; II. b. Burner, 1st yice-Presi-
dent; Samuel Hounsel, pad y ice. President.
On motion the chairman appointed a
committee of three consisting Of Jno W.
Saum, G.. B. Haun and w. Z. Fleming to
draft bylaws and regulations by which
this organic alton shall be governed.
The question, GLOW can we prevent,
or the best mode to prevent pupils from
going to different schools IN the same dis
trict." was discussed by D. T. SpikeT, G.
b. Haun and J. W Saum.
L. F. Ramey, VIM. Bauserman, b. Z.
Maphis, J. W. saum. D. F. Spkor, G. B.
Haun and D. r. Saum then discussed the
question, docs the ieacher's jurisdiction
extend to and from home"
The next subject for discussion was,
"Shonld all Of the common school branch
es, such as prescribed by law, be obhga-
tory upon pupils who arrive al proper
age" The folloaiag took part in the
discussion of this question G. b. Ham,
Z. F. Ramey, Jho. W. saum and VIM.
Bauserma1.
On motion, the char appointed E. F.
Rawey, Jno. W. Saum and Il. b. Burner
a committee to select subjects for the
next meeting.
On motion of D. +. Spker the Institute
odjournCd TO meet at SaumsYille, on the
1st Saturday in April, 1893.
L. +. RANEY, Sscty.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
Shenandoah County Teachers As
sociaton.

To the Teachers Of the Public School: Of
Shenandoah County:
You are requested to meet me at the
Graded School building in Woodstock, at
II o'clock on Saturday the 18th of March,
1898. The object OF the meeting is to
settle the prelminaries TO an organization
to be known as "TLe Teachers Association
of Shenandoah County" can not in
this card enumerats the advantages Of
such an organization but suffice it to say,
that to be members Of 1t will provo bene-
fcial to teachers in more ways than one.
Tho meeting will adjourn in time for
teachers to take tho evening trains for
their homes. Trustees also are invited
to be present. Very truly yours,
J. b. MCINTUBFF. Co. Supt.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
Prepare for Spring.

Now IS the time to prepare for spring.
Clean up thoroughly around your prem
Uses. Leave ne ilth or dirt of any kind
that is likely to breed disease, Remember
that the coming summer is likely to bring
a visitation of cholera to this country,
9nd filth of all kinds is just what it lives
on. Our health authorities should care
fully inspect all the back yards and alleys
and sec that they are kept clean. As a
good citizen don't fail to report any
neglect OF this important matter that you
may see in your neighbor. What will it
profit a man to keep his own premises as
clean as clean can be if lis next-dcor
neighbor IS to be allowed TO defy all the
laws of health and start an epidemic ?
Ordinarily one does not like to report a
neighbor for failure to keep his premises
clean but this year, in the face of great
danger, we shall be justified in breaking
this rule. Men and women who are too
reckless to do their duty voluntarily
should be forced by tho officers Of the law
to DO IT,
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
An Enterpr1s1ng Manufacturer.

Mr.. Joseph Fravel, oar well known and
enterprising manufacturer, is about build
ing an addition to his furniture and wood
working establishment on east Court
street. We are glad to see this evidence
Of prosperity on the part of this factory
and hope to see Mr.. Frayel receive the
generous support and encouragement be
so richly deserves from our people. 1t is
such enterprises that are mainly instru-
mental in building mp country. They
keep our money in circulation at home,
give employment to our workmen, help to
make a home market for our products.
add to the value Of property and in many
other ways are constant benefit to tho
entire section. Stick to your own people,
encourage in every possible manner your
home enterprises unless you are willfully
blind to your own best interests.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
DIED.

Miss Luona F. Miller departed ~
life at the home Of her parents, on Toms
Brook, Fetraary the 22i, 1e9! aged 81
years, l month and 10 days.
She was member OF the Methodist
Episcopal church for many years. Her
death was sudden and sad. Her mind
was attacked in The very beginning Of her
disease, from which she never rallied.
She was fondlg loved by her parents 0Dd
her many friends, and respected by all.
Nay the Master come and tarry in the
beTsaEed fami Y. i.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03

The weather is very unfayorable, and
the farmers think there will DO very little
blowing done for somo time.
Mr and Mrs Milton Hte spent Sunday
with her parents, Nr. and Mrs. Daniel
Slee'z.
There has been considerable changing
around in this section. Mr.. Robt. Fadely
has moved on tho farm OF Mr.. Daniel
Hotel.
Mr. W was SO sick of the mud Sun
day night that he offered several young
ladies' a ulcklo each il they would take
him back to the home of his fair one.
Mr. John Holer has been very much
iDdisposed for the past week.
We are glad to say that Mrs. Annie
Summers is still improving.
Judgo seemed very tired and sleepy
Monday morning over his long walk Sun
day night. By BY.
Shenandoah herald. [volume] (Woodstock, Va.) 1865-1974, 1893-03-03
A special dispatch 70 the Baltimore Sun

A special dispatch 70 the BaIIlmore Sun
says: James A. Sonner, Of Strasburg,
while working on the Lutheran church OF
that place last Monday evening fell from
The spire to the hoer, distance Of thirty
five feet breaking hrs leg in two places,
two ribs, and sustaining internal Injuries
the extent of which Is not known. Hopes
of recovery are slight. lie is Fifty ygars
old and has large family.
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When she was a Child, che cried for Castoria-
When she became Miss, she chung to Castoria-
When she had Children, she gave them CastoriA