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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Capt. Lewis Hartman Resigns-Col,
S. Brown Allen Chosen his
Successor.

At meeting of the Board of Directs
ors of the Clifton Forge Company, held
at the Company's office in this city on
Wednesday, Dec. 9th, Capt Lewis Har-
man, who has ably filled the position of
Secretary and General Manager, since
the organization of the Company, ten
dered his resignation, which was un>
willingly accepted, the Directors pass
ing resolution expressing their regret
at losing such an efficient officer. Col.
8. Brown Allen was elected to fill the
position vacated by Capt. Hartman.
All who have any knowledge OF the
extensive business transacted by this
Improvement Company, will bear testi-
mony to the fact that Capt. Hartman was
most obliging and efficient officer, and
that he discharged his whole duty.
His successor, Col. Allen, is so we'll and
favorably known that he needs no CONS
mendation from us. However. we take
pleasure il stating that he is thoroughly
qualified for the duties imposed.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
A Misrepresentation.

At the regular meeting of the City
Council, held last Monday, aweek, Coun-
Gilman Kraft moved that Sergeant Glea
son be uniformed at the city's expense,
which was carried, Mr.. J. A. Ford dis
senting. We cannot understand how
any member of the Council could con-
sistently support such a proposition. 1t
is contrary to reason and common sense,
and should have received a most EN-
phatic negative. The Sergeant of the
city is employed at a fixed salary, which
was accepted by him when he became
candidate for the Office, and we think
the compensation is ample for the serv-
ice rendered. In the name of the peo-
pie we protest against such appropriate
tions-it establishes dangerous prece-
dent Gentlemen of the Council, if you
want to show your generosity, do it at
your own expense. The city treasury
ought not to be depleted by unmerited
if not unlawful appropriations.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Ready for Business.

Col. S. Brown Allen, Secretary and
General Manager of the Clifton Forge
Company, has established an office ON
Church street bridge, in the building
used by the Withrow Lumber Company,
where he will be pleased to see his
friends. Col. Allen, as will be seen by
notice published elsewhere is author
lied to make sale of all the property con-
trolled by the Clifton Forge Company,
and at reasonable figures. This in
cludes some of the most desirable BUSH
ness and residence lots in this city, as
well as manufacturing sites. Those con-
templating purchasing should consult
Col. Allen at once.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Change Of Management Of
the Clifton Forge Co.

At meeting Of the Board of Di.
! rectoas of this Company held or
! Wednesday, the 9th day of December
1893, Col. S. Brown Allen was made
the Secretary and General Manager
with authority to place on the market
BaildiM.g Lots and Plots Weyey Before
offered for Sale.
This property will be sold on lib
eral terms, and at figures that will
not only justify but lus1te Investment.
The General Manager has made the
most advantageous arrangements with
4 Building and Loan association
By which money for building pur-
poses can be borrowed at short notice
and at
Lou Rate of Interest.
Any person therefore who desires
to own home, or to acquire Real
Estate, either for building purposes
or investment, will do we'll to see the
General Manager of the Clifton Forge
Company at once.
Active and energetic efforts will also
be made by the General Manager to
put in operation the
Large Sto0e Founa,y
already completed on the lands of the
Company, and the most liberal in
ducements will be offered to manufac-
turers to locate their plants here.
Free Sites a0iH be Giaen
and a liberal subscription to stock as
sured to paying, industries.
Clifton Forge,
with population of 1000 people and
nestled down in the very midst of the
Great Iron Belt of Virginia, must be-
come, i'll the very nature of things,
The Manufacturing Center
of this section, and as surely as the
needle turns to the pole, will be the
first point on the great Chesapeake &
Ohio system to catch the impetus of
Ad0unced Prices
growing out of renewed business ac-
tivity when confidence is restored to
the commercial world. Every agency,
both human and divine, seem to CO.
operate to assure the future of Clifton
Forge. 1t is the junction of the East
ern, Western and James River Divis-
ions of the
Chesapeake 6 Ohio Railroad System
and its close proximity to the great
Coal Fields just west of us, and the
Iron and Lumber Regions that sur
round us, gives to the place unrivaled
claims to
/, Cheap Fuel! Cheap RazV Material !!
Cheap Transportation
which are the only essential elements
to successful and profitable manu-
featuring.
The Property
thus offered to the public is within the
corporate limits of Clifton Forge, Va,
where internal Improvements are con-
stantly going on and where increase
in values will as surely follow as that
day follows night.
S. BROWN ALLEN,
Secretary and General Manager.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
A Miraculous Escane

Tuesday night last as Mr.. J. A. Quinn,
Master mechanic in charge of the G. &
O. shops in this city, was getting off the
east bound passenger train at the Ridge
way street depot, he was strurk by a
coach going in the opposite direction
attached to shifting engine, and thrown
between the tracks. In falling he es.
capped the tracks. else the probability is
that he wonld have met horrible death.
We are pleased to state that he was not
injured in the slightest, and regard it as
a miraculous escape.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Misleading.

In the full sheet posters issued by the
Clifton Minstrels, the announcement is
made that the Stonewall Brigade Band
will participate in the approaching en-
tertainment. This is true in part. Prof.
Prosho, the Instructor, and the Leader
of the Band will be in attendance. There
will also be grand street parade.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Gone to Richmond.

Mr.. Geo. J. Anderson, the form er well
known cashier of the Iron Gate Bank,
and family, left Iron Gate on Tuesday
last for Richmond, where they will re-
side in future. When the Bank volun.
tarily decided to close it's doors, Mr.. An
derson was left without constant employ
ment, and as he is an efficient and ex-
perienced banker, has decided to take
up his residence where he can likely
procure situation. We wish him sue
0occ
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Elected Teller of the Allegheny Bank

At meeting of the Stockholders OF
the Allegheny Bank, held at their bank
ing room last week, they promoted theil
popular book keeper, T. Wallace Cox
Esq, by electing him to the position Of
Teller. This was deserved recognition
of the services of faithful employee
which will be heartily approved by the
patrons of the Bank. We extend con
gratulations.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

Be sure that you visit the SHOE
Emporium of Messrs. E. G. ROBERTS
& Co. before buying your supply of
Winter Shoes. They will save you
money On every purchase.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Christmas Tree.

: The Presbyterian Sunday School will
hold their Christmas celebration on
Tuesday night, Dec. Goth. Appropriate
exercises, in connection with a beauti>
full Christmas tree, will constitute the
program. Public cordially invited.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
ISSUED EVERY THURSDAY MORNING.
81. q Year, invariably in Advance.

YEARLY ADVERTISEMENTS will be collected at
the end of each quarter, when prompt settle
ment is expected to be made.
TRANSIENT ADVERTISEMENTS are payable in
advance, or when the advertisement has been
completed, as may be agreed upon.
Bills for JOB WORK will be due when the work
is completed.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Christmas Novelties.

Mr.. G.. Sevarese, who keeps fruit
stand in front of the Bank building, has,
in addition to a fresh supply of tropical
fruit, beautiful variety of Christmas
goods. Also splendid line of Candies,
Nuts, Resins, Oranges, sc. Give him
call and have your wants supplied.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
:
SPECIAL NOTICE.

Ladies desiring to see the Publisher of the
VIRGINIAN on business or otherwise, can be &C
comnlodated by giving notice through the post
office, or by calling at the office, second floor of
the Publishing Company's Building. They will
receive at all times prompt and polite attention
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
GRAN MINSTREL PERFORMANCE
Everything Entirely New and Orig
inal.

On the 22nd of December, the Clifton
Minstrels will give one of the grandest
minstrel performances ever seen in this
city. They are making elaborate prep
arations, designing costumes, maturing
plans for the decoration of the stage in
the most elaborate manner and selecting
the various pieces which will constitute
the program. They will be assisted by
several eminent singers, among them
Mrs. Durett, a celebrated Richmond vo-
calist; Miss Nettleton, of Coyington, who
possesses a cultivated voice Messrs.
Snead, Monday, Payne and Bowman,
talented singers from Charlottesville,
and a quartette from the Clifton Forge
Seminary. whose ability is well known
to our citizens. The performance will
be distinctly original, having no resem-
blance to the old style minstrelsy.
Neither pains nor expense will be
spared in making this entertainment the
most enjoyable ever given in this city.
A large number of tickets have already
been sold, and it's success is assured. The
proceeds will be used for good purpose.
and nothing will be said or done that
would offend the most fastideous. Let
the Opera House be crowded. Admls
sion 35 and so cents. Tickets on sale at
+. Ct. Roberts & Co.'S.
ties, Writing Desks, Albums and full
line of Choice Perfumery, call at w. b.
Grove & Co.'S store.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

E. c.. ROBERTS & Co. are making
up some of the incest TAYLOR
MADE CLOTHS that have ever
come TO THIS PLACE. Prices
WAY DOWN.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

In selecting your Christmas goods
don't overlook w. b. Grove & Co.'S Stock
of Fire Imported Mirrors, Vases, Smok-
ing Sets, Work Boxes, and lot of other
articles,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

Try pair of MEssRs. E. G. ROB-
ERTs & Co.'S celebrated 80. K"
Kid Button Shoes. None better ever
made. Price only S..
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
In Feeble Health.

Our venerable friend, Mr. Richard
Sneed, whose indisposition we noted
last week, is still in very weak state,
and is greatly annoyed by hacking
cough. His friends are considerably
alarmed about his unfavorable symp-
tonne
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

HARD TIMES has nothing to do
with the tremendous Bargains offered
by MEssRs. E. G. ROBERTS & Co. i'll
Fall and Winter Shoes.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

Whatever you do don't bny your
Christmas Presents until you see the
stock in the Bank Building Drug Store.
They are fine goods, but they must go,
regardless of cost.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

Visit w. b. Grove & Co.'S store before
buying your Christmas presents. They
will save you money.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
ROLL OF HONOR

for week ending December 9Th, 1892
Miss Nettie Hughes.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
A Delightful Surprise Party.

Last Friday night the handsome resi-
dence of Robt. P. Hawkins, ESQ.,. on the
"Hei yhts' was invaded by a number of
his intimate friends, who decided to give
him genuine surprise However, Mr..
and Mrs. Hawkins, assisted by their sis
ter. Miss Carrie Hawkins, were equal to
the emergency, and extended most cor
dill welcome to their visitors.
Those composing the party were, Miss
Fannie K. Taylor and Rev. E. w. Mac
Corkle, Miss Agatha MacCorkle and Mr.
d. A. Williamson, Miss Blanche Pierce
and Mr. J A. Ford, Miss Fannie Lou
Daniel and Mr.. e. Blair Hawkins, Misses
Jennie Williamson, JEANNE Bowles and
D. S. Eichelberger.
After-the rendering of charming vocal
and instrumental music by Miss Pierce
of the Allegheny Institute, and indulg-
ing in nulnbrous innocent amusements,
the company were invited to partake of
sumptuous supper, which was heartily
enjoyed. The time passed so pleasantly
that it was quite late hour before the
participants were willing to say 'good-
night
You can get Xmas Goods at CARA
WAYS 1T yOur own prlca.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

See the fine line Of elegant Christmas
Gifts at CARRAWAY's.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
A Religious Review.

On Sunday morning next, if his health
will permit, Rev. H. L. Wood, Rector of
the Episcopal church in this city, will
review the work accomplished in this
parish under his ministry. Members and
friends ofthe church are earnestly invit-
ed to be present. Reference will also he
made to the ways and means by which
a suitable building may be erected in
which to worship.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Y. M. c. A. NOTES.

The men are doing remarkably well
in the Gymnasium work, and we have
material for some good gymnasts. Phys
zeal Director Thompson is well liked by
the men and is first class instructor as
well as a first-class gymnast. Until
further notice classes will be held Mons
day and Thursday afternoon at o'clock
and Tuesday, Friday and Saturday even
ings at o'clock.
The plans are made for the book cases
for the library and 1900 volumes have
been ordered to start with. It is expect
ed to increase this number from time to
time This will be one of the best circu-
lating libraries in this section. Members
of the Association will have the privi-
lege of drawing books to take to their
homes. In this way the members of the
family will get the use of the books.
At the Mems Meeting last Sunday
there was an increase of attendance and
interest over the previous meeting. All
men should attend these services and
do what they can to increase their USE
fulness.
General Secretary WinsIow expects to
go to New York next week in answer to
telegram calling him there in the
interest of the Library.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

If you want to SAVE MONEY,
take our advice and look over our
MAMMOTH STOCK of FOOT
WEAR EXHIBITED by Messrs. E.
G.. ROBERTS & Co. You can also
have a nice Winter Suit of Clothes
made to order at FACTORY Prices
by these gentlemen.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Indisposed.

We regret to state that Mrs. NJ. H.
Early is again quite indisposed. She is
boarding at Mr. d. s. Carraway's.
Mrs. Robt. A. Coyner is also under the
care of a physician. We shall be pleased
to learn of their speedy recovery.
Gut Glass Bottles, Perfumery, &C., are
selling at cARRAWAY' for just one-haif
the regular price.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

Big cut in all Xmas Goods at CARA.
WAYS Drug Store.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Summoned Before His Honor, the
Mavor.

Our popular and gallant Councilman,
Jas. A. Ford, Esq, was summoned be-
fore Mayor Davis on Tuesday last, on
the charge of violating an ordinance in
relation to fast riding over bridges. If
we are correctly informed. the cause of
this complaint was based OH the fact
that on the day previous, while Mr..
Ford was basking in the sunshine, rid
ing his fiery steed, accompanied by a
lady friend, he started to cross the Main
street bridge just as an engine was pass
ing under it. This unusual sight fright
ened his horse which quickened its gait
to speed equal to 40 miles an hour.
After considerable effort the rider got
the animal under control, and continued
his journey, not dreaming of the I'M
pleasantness which awaited him. There
was cloud of witnesses to substantiate
the charge, but His Honor thought suf-
fcient punishment had already been in
ficted by the terrible fright the offender
had endured, and SO dismissed the case.
Those making the charge declare that
it was plain violation of the law and
that the full penalty should have been
imposed.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Moore,
Snead,
Heck,
Woodward,
Shepherd,
Prosho,

others, IN their grand performance in
this city Friday night, Dec. %. Seats
now on sale at E. g. Roberts & Cos.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
DON'T FAIL TO SEE

The fun making Minstrel Celebrities
Page,
Lipop,
O'Meara,
Taylor,
Miller.
Tinsley,
Van Seeker,
Bowles
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

All the latest styles of Neckwear
at the Gents Furnishing Headquar-
tiers of MEssRs. E. G. ROBERTS & Co.
They are the acknowledged leaders in
these lines of goods.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14

You can get Xmas Goods at CARRA-
WAYS at your own price.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-12-14
Punish the Guilty.

About half-past six o'clock on Monday
morning last, Mr.. EGG. Roberts, of the
firm of E. g. Roberts & Co, dealers in
boots and Shoes discovered the Janitor
of the Nettleton building, a negro by the
name of Lewis Clarke, tampering with
his money drawer. On the previous
morning Mr.. Roberts suspicion was
aroused by finding the rear door leading
to his store open, and he quietly de-
termined to investigate the mystery.
Sunday night he secreted himself in the
store and awaited developments At the
hour named he heard rafting at the
rear door. and saw itopened by means of a
false key and the familiar form of the
Janitor appeared. He proceeded at once
to the money drawer and was endeavor-
ing to extract its contents when Mr.. r.
suddenly confronted him. Thus caught
in the very act, he could do nothing but
beg for mercy. Later in the day the
matter was reported to the officers, and
the negro was arrested. The preliminary
trial took place before Justice Snead,
prisoner was represented by lawyer Jno.
w. Bear. who. with the aid of several of
the kind hearted tenants of the building
induced Mr.. Roberts to decline to prose-
cute the case, and the negro was turned
loose. This was not only mistaken kind
ness on the part of all concerned, but a
most dangerous procedure. Sympathy
is commendable when worthily bestowed
not otherwise. This negro was guilty
of penitentiary offense. and it is yet
within the province of the Commons
wealth's Attorney to see to it that he is
properly punished. 1t is the vindieation
of the law that is demanded, and the
wholesome lesson that will be taught
We hope we may never have occasion
again to chronicle another instance of
this character.
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1893-04-27
COUNTY ROAD NOTICE.

7 THE UNDERSIGNED, principal petitioner
i residing In the vicinity through Which the
following described proposed road will run,
hereby give notice to all persons concerned that
at the next term of the board of county com
missoners OF Yakima county, / will petition
said board for 20 foot county road In said
county, having its points Of beginning aud ter
mination, course and intermediate points, as
follows:
Commencing at a point on the county road
running north and south along the line between
sections thirteen tl3J and fourteen (14), town
ship thirteen (l3l, north of range eighteen (lS)
east, Willamette Meridian one hundred and
twenty rods (l20) north of the southeast corner
OF said section fourteen l4). Thence west and
parallel with the lines of government surrey of
sail section, to the west line of said
section fourteen QH, and thence west
through the south half of section fifteen (l5,,
said township and range, and parallel with the
lines of the government survey of said section
fifteen (l5) to the rightof-way of the Ditch of
the Yakima Water Light and Power company,
thence northerly along the east lines and west
through the north half of said section fifteen n5)
TO point on said road where said right-of-way
interseets said road, and ending at said point OF
intersection said proposed road being about two
miles in length.
Dated this It'll day OF April, 1898.
W. D. BECK, Principal Petitioner.
Residing in section II, township 10, range IS,
Postofhee North Yakima, Wash. I2-3t
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1893-04-27
Notice of Sale Of Real
Estate at Public
Auction.

Notice is hereby given that In pursuance OF
an order OF the superior court Of Yakima county.
state Of Washington. duly made and entered on
tne 18TH day OF December, 1891. In the matter OF
the estate OF George w. Goodwin, deceased, the
undersigned Administrative Of said estate will
sell at public auction, to the highest bidder,
Yakima county. state of Washington, on satur-
day, April %, 1893, at the hour of o'clock
Z m, at the front door of the courthouse IN
North akims, Yakima county, Washington, all
the right, title and interest of the said George w
Goodwin at the time OF his death, and all the
right title and interest that the said estate has
other than or in addition to that OF the said
George w. Goodwin at the time of his
death. In and to all those certain lots,
Ing In the county OF Yakima, state Of Washing
ton and bounded and described as follows, to-
Lots four. 4, and five, S. block ten. 10: lot,
twenty-three, q. and twenty-four "a, In block
eight 8; lots twenty-one, 81, and twenty two. D.
block nine, 9; an undivided one-half interest in
lots enc, ], two, three, 3, nine, g. aud ten 10,
block two hundred and ten. 2i0; lot two, 2,
block two hundred and eleven, 2Il; lots one, 1,
two,2 2, and three, 8, block two hundred and
hfty-one, 25l. All in the city of North Yakima,
according to the official plat thereof. OF record
In the Office OF the county auditor OF said Yaki-
ma county Lots seven; Z, and eight, in block
Lots FIVE 3, six, g. seven. Z, and eight, 8, in sec
tiop 10, township s. north OF range "a east cor.
tanning lac acres. An undivided two-ffths in
~ tnc Wtnt Huii Vi rOutHWest quarter ana
south half Of northwest quarter of section 2
township IL, north OF range IL east. An undi-
vided two-fifths interest In lots one, |, and
two. z, and the south half OF northwest quarter
and the southeast quarter OF section 3, township
II, north of range IL east, also, lot 80 In Good
wins Five Acre Tract situated In sec. -, twp 49,
north OF range 10 east.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS or SALE.
one-ionrth OF the purchase price to be paid in
cash at time OF sale; the balance TO be paid six
months from date of sale. Note to be given for
deferred payment, secured with approved per-
sonal security. also by mortgage on the prem
ises sold, and TO bear interest at the rate Of ten
per cent per annum from date OF sale until paid
All deeds and conveyances at expense OF pur-
chaser.
Dated this 9th day of April, 1898.
ALICE V. GOODWIN
Administratrix of the estate OF George W. Good
win, deceased. IL 4w
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1893-04-27
SEEDS SEEDS! SEEDS +!
TO BE CONTINUED.

Fawcett Bros. are headquarters for all
kinds of farm, field and garden seeds.
They have just issued handsome 100
page catalogue. They have the largest
and best stock of seeds ever brought to
this county. Their seeds are all northern
grown and do better than seeds grown in
southern or eastern latitude. Call or
write for catalogue. Aft