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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
The Coming Synod.

Much interest is manifested by the
members of the Presbyterian congre
cation in the meeting of the Virginia
Synod TO be held here on the 18th and
days following. They are prearing to
give the members of Synod a most::hos-
pitable greeting and entertainment
The committee appointed to secure ac-
commodations for the visitors quickly
completed their work and DR.. Preston
was able to report to the congregation
on Sunday that accommodations were
secured for 100 more than had signified
q purpose to attend. For some time the
clerk of it's session has been correspond
ing with the churches in the Synod to
ascertain who would be present Of
course some will be present who have
not yet signified purpose to do so, but
it does not appear probable than more
than $50 will attend. The congrega-
ton is prepared to entertain number
more. The total number who have
SO far indicated that they will be pres
ent is about 1870. Members of other con-
gregations in the town have volunteer
ed to assist in entertaining the DEL
egates
The deacons of the church have been
appointed committee to receive the
visitors and will select such other mem
bers of the congregation to assist them
as they may think proper ockbridge
Nesos.
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Eloped on a Steer.

Last Thursday a young couple appear
ed in WEIGH, Mcdowell county, w. Va.
They were Miss Carrie Coats, pretty
peachy>cheeked country damsel of sew.
enteen, and Sandy johnson. tail, stalls
wart, good-looking young mountaineer
of twenty two. They had travelled all
night from the brides home on Ground
Hog creek in order to elude the obdurate
father of the girl. The girl was riding
on the back of dignified spotted steer
and Sandy was walking by her side.
The unusual sight soon drew a crowd of
people. No official could be found who
would marry them an account of the
girls age The tears and the pretty girl
brought about a determination on the
part of the many spectators to see them
through and one suggested that they
take the train, then nearly due, for Bris
toll, Tenn, where they would find no
difficulty in getting married. Some one
proposed that the crowd pay all expens-
es, and in less time than it takes to,write
it pocketbooks were out and enough
money was contributed to carry the
couple through, with a souvenir left
over for the bride. Neither one of
the.couple had ever seen train before
The last that was seen of Carrie and
Sandy, as the train was whirling out
of sight, they were folded in each 9th
ers arms.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
VIRGINIA AHEAD.
Gets the First Premium Ava rded
on Coal and Coke.

OOeSA SS>>~-
The Wise County Coal and Flat Top Coke
The Best in the World.
Gen. j. D. G. Imboden, who was the
commissioner for Virginia on coal, coke
and iron at the Worlds Fair, has return
ed home. the commission having com
pleted it's labors and made the awards
in their department. He brings the
cheering news that Southwestern Vir-
ginia has scored victory that will be
far reaching in it's consequences. The
award for the best soft coal was won by
the samples from Imboden beam near
Big Stone Gap, in Wise county, and the
Flat Top coke received the highest
awad in that class.
This is great victory for Virginia,
and its importance cannot be overesti-
mated. The vein from which the pre-
MUM coal was obtained is large one,
and extends over a vast area of territory.
1t is substantially the same in most re.
spects as other Goals in the Pocahontas
region, the difference being that it is
rather more compact and does not
crumble SO easily as the Pocahontas
coal.
The Flat Top coke has already become
widely known, and this award will spread
it's fame around the world.
General Imboden deserves the highest
commentator for his able and faithful
labors in behalf of his State. No man in
the Southwest has done more to ac-
quaint the outer world with the limit
less resources of this section.-Brastol
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
You can save money
by paying spot CASH
for Groceries and
Provisions,
Feed, &c., at
TOWLES & cos.
Prohibition Speaking.

Monday night the Opera House was
packed with people who had come from
all parts of our city, and from Iron Gate
to listen to one of Col. J. R. Miller's
famous Prohibition speeches. They came
expecting a good time, and they got it.
The speaker was introduced by Rev. W.
HI. Book, in few words. For about one
hour and half the people, with rapt at
tention, gave ear to plain, clear-cut,
logical, humorous, pathetic and sound
address.
Col. Miller is native of Floyed coun-
ty, Va, was a rebel soldier, has clear
war record, has represented the l. O. G..
T. in Virginia as it's Grand Worthy Chief
for several years, was Grand Lecturer
for several terms. He has represented
this organization in convention in several
of the States, and has also represented
it in the Grand Lodge of the world,
which convened at Edenburg, Scotland.
He is the father of the Prohibition move
ment in Virginia, and is now the candi-
date for Governor on the Prohibition
ticket, and we predict, the strongest man
in the party.
The Colonel was followed by W. w.
Gibbs, of Staunton. Mr.. Gibbs said he
was not a Sneaker, but the audience
thought differently. His effort was a
magnificent one and greatly appreciated
by all who he ard him.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
Important Suit Won.

In the circuit court of Wythe county
on Thursday the jury in the case OF
Pendleton, Myers and Brown against the
Norfolk and Western Railroad company
returned a verdict in favor of the com
pany. The result of the suit is impor-
ant, not SO much for the amount of mon
ey involved as for the precedent estab>
lished. The plaintiffs shipped seven
car loads of fat cattle to Philadelphia by
the Norfolk & Western and Richmond
& Danville, which were delayed en- route
for sixteen or eighteen hours, SO that
they missed the market for which
they were intended. The delay occurred
after they were delivered to the Rich>
mond and Danville, but nnder the stat
ute the suit had to be brought against
the company first receiving them. The
plaintiffs claimed that they had lost $500
by the delay and sued for that amount.
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Staunton News.

From the Argus.
Capt. w. F. Snapp took charge yester-
day of Myerley's distillery, near the city.
as storekeeper. 1t is the Captains old
place that he filled under Cleveland's
first administration.
This was announced on Friday at
Washington +" Mr. Cleveland to-day
nominated Hon. Marshall Hanger, of
Staunton, to be consul general of the
United States at Bermuda" This is the
place our honorable and honored towns
man has been an applicant for. We be-
lieve he will fill it with credit to all con-
cerned.
This shows that Virginia is not being
overlooked by President Cleveland when
it comes to making appointments.
Staunton men have been especially IA
yored
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On a Vacation.

Mr.. M. A. Hope, the popular repre-
sentative of the Clifton Forge Whole-
sale Grocery Co., who enjoys an eviable
reputation as an urbane gentleman as
we'll as a successful salesman, through
the courtesy of Capt. Donovan, the wor-
thy manager, has been granted a we'll
earned vacation. Being Southerner
by birth, it is but natural that he should
desire to bask in the sunshine of the
''Sunny South" so our genial friend
took passage on the F. F. v on Tuesday
night, destined for Tullahoma, Tennes-
see. After enjoying the society of a
dear friend, he will visit the famous Co
lumbar Exposition. Have good time,
friend Hope, and settle the momentous
question.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
THE NEW Y. M. C. q.
To be Opened with imposing and
Appropriate Ceremonies.
PUBLIC CORDIALLY INVITED.

PUBLIC CORDIALLY INVITED.
The new building of the Railroad De-
partment Young Mems Christian Asso-
citation will be formally opened Friday
evening, Oct goth, at Z o'clock. Presi-
dent ingalls, OF the G. q o., will deliver
the opening address. There will also be
a number of Directors Of said road from
New York and other officials present
The International Committee Y. M. G..
A. will be represented by Messrs. G. j.
Hicks and E. L. Hamilton. Mr. H. O..
Williams, Secretary of the State Com
mittee will also be in attendance. All
the Railroad Secretaries of Virginia and
of the G. y O. have been invited, and
are expected to attend. 1t is the inten>
ton of the Secretaries to hold confer
ence on Friday, the day of the opening.
The public are cordially invited to at
tend the opening exercises. The pro-
gram will be published in next issue.
Artistic Printing.
We have just turned out from the
VIRGINIAN Job Rooms large order for
bill heads for the Clifton Forge Grocery
Co., which have been complimented by
considerable number of persons who
appreciate artistic printing. They are
printed in three colors, on specially ruled
tinted paper, requiring $4,000 impress
sions to complete the work. AS a home
production, itsurpasses all former efforts
in this direction.
We have also filled large order for
Envelopes, Letter-Heads, Cards and
Bill Heads for two leading Roanoke bu-
siness firms, which they pronounced ZEN
tirely satisfactory" This week we will
ship to Lexington, Va, considerable
supply of printed stationery for a nuns
Der of Washington & Lee students.
We mention these orders simply to
show that the reputation of the VIR-
GINIAN office for doing tirst-class work
is known for miles around.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
Last Chance to Visit the
Worlds Fair!

The best month at the Worlds Fair is
October The last chance to go at sur
prisingly low rate is on the Personally
Conducted Vestibuled Special Train
which will leave Clifton Forge following
E. F. V. train No. 3 sos a. III. Monday,
October 18th, running through to Chi
cago via Cincinnati and the Big Four
R'y without change. The rates will sur
prise you. Call on nearest G. & O. agents
for particulars. Round trip rate from
Clifton Forge, $500.
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Highest Of all Leavening Powe-Laest u S. Govt Report
!HAI B Bs,kds'!
ABSOLUTELY PURE
RAILROAD NOTES.

Miss Teeters, of Goshen, paid brief
visit to Mrs. DR.. Bonner last Monday.
W. E. Snapp brought engine No. 1876
in last Monday morning ON the West
bound Vestibule train in nearly on time
with both driving boxes badly broken.
The railroad men will have union
meeting in Huntington, w. Va, Oct. IA.
Governor w. A. MacCorkle, Ex-Governor
E. w. Wilson and other prominent men
expect to be present.
The members of the Ladies' Auxiliary
to Division 38 had union meeting at
Mrs. W. s. Cochran's last Tuesday even
ing. A sumptuous luncheon was served
which was greatly enjoyed by those in
attendance. They speak in glowing
terms of the.pleasure afforded by these
assemblages, one of the ladies confidently
affirming that their lodge meetings are
far more interesting than those held by
their liege lords. We see no reason why
ladies could not manage a Lodge sue
cessfully.
G. & o. ticket agent, Chas. Quinn, is
back from visit to the Worlds Fair
and to friends in the West. Miss Clark
from Illinois, returned with him.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
Sale of a Pretty Residence.

Hon. J. Yost has sold to Capt. John
Mckay of Michigan, his beautiful suber.
bance residence near the City Park.
Capt Mckay has secured one of the
most desirable properties in or around
Staunton. 1t was bnilt by Mr.. Yost ito
ORDER" and has all the conyeniences that
man of modern taste, building house
for himself, would add to it-Stauaston
Ti7ldicQs0y
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
Severe, Though not Dangerous Ac-
cident.

Monday evening while Misses Mary
and Emma Spiller were leaving Fin
castle for their home they met with a
very painful though not dangerous ac>
cident. They were driving in two
seated jersey, when the seat upon which
they sat fell, throwing them both out OF
the vehicle, and painfully injuring them
about the shoulders and head. Miss
Emma was carried to the Presbyterian
manse, where she is in a helpless condi-
ton from the effects of her fall, while
Miss Mary, though not SO badly hurt, is
at home with very unpleasant reminders
of her accident. Fi9tcGslIe Herald.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
Death of Charles w. LYLE.

STAUNToN, VA, Oct. 9.-Charles w.
Lyle, a prominent young man, died here
to>night at his fathers residence, near
the city, aged twenty-four. For three
sessions he was cadet at Annapolis,
was afterwards commandant at the
Augusta Military Academy, Va, and
later studied law at University of Vir-
ginia. He was practicing his profession
in Richmond, but came home sick about
two months ago. Death was rather
sudden, however, as he was considered
convalescent.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
Approaching Nuptials.

We have furnished beautifully en-
bossed invitations, announcing that Miss
Katherine Marshall, of frankfort, W..
Va, a niece of Congressman Marshall,
will be welded to Mr.. Joseph W. Gill
land, formerly of this city, now OF Bes
semer, Va, on Wednesday afternoon,
Oct. 25th, at 3 O'Clock, in the Presby-
rian church, frankfort, w. Va. We ex-
tend congratulations in advance.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
A Question Which Mr. Withrow is
Requested to Answer.
CLIFTON FORGE, Sept. 18th.

CLIFTON FORGE, Sept. 18th
lr. Editor:-It is currently reported
that the Hon. A. F. Withrow, our can
promised the Low Moor Iron Co. (or some
of its of1icials) that if he is elected to the
Legislature he will see that no law is
made against the pollution of the waters
of the Jackson river by the washing of
ore for the next two years. Now the
public is vitality interested in this ques-
ton and it is important for the yeters to
know just where Mr.. Withrow stands on
this question, and whether or not he has
made this promise? Will he please
answer, either through the VIRGINIAN
or the Revaesc, and oblige,
MANY VOTERS.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12

l have had catarrh for twenty years,
and used all kinds of remedies without
relief. Mr.. Smith druggist, of Little
Falls recommended Ely's Cream Balm.
The effect of the first application, was
magical, it allayed the inflammation. and
the next morning my head was clear as
a bell. am convinced it's use will effect
a permanent cure It is soothing and
pleasant and strongly urge it's use by
all suffererf.- Geo. Terry, Little Falls,
N. Y.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
Worlds Fair Awards

Among the Virginia awards at the
Worlds Fair this week, were one to
Chas. Catlett of Staunton, for typical
basic steel ore; one to the same, for one
lot of brown hematite; one to the Buena
Vista Development Co. for specimen of
limonite ore; one to the Mt Vernon
Iron Co. of Staunton, for limonite and
manganese, and one to the State of Vir-
neSe ore
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A Narrow Escape.

Friday last Mr.. James N. Pages little
daughter lighted piece of paper which
blazed up and set fire to her hair. AT
that moment Mrs. Page discovered the
perilous situation of her daughter and
succeeded in extinguishing the fire, but
in doing SO, burned her hands severely.
Fortunately the child sustained no
greater injury than the loss of portion
of her hair.
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r-Skeen.

A very fashionable wedding took place
in Coyington yesterday. The contract
ing parties were Mr.. H. L. Garrett, a
popular attorney, and Miss Katherine
Skeen, talented yoang lady, both of
Covington. They were married by Rev.
Mr.. Combs, in Emanuel Episcopal church,
at Z D. H. The church was handsomely
decorated.
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Services at the Disciples Church.

Services at the Church of Christ DIS
cipIes) preaching every night this week
by the Pastor, w. III. Book. Subject to-
night, "Abraham's Failures" on Friday,
s"The Seven Capital Sins;n Saturday,
"What Think Ye of Christ as a Ply
sician?', Lords day at II a. m, 1.-The
Scriptural Puzzle;" 8 p IA, 'Naaman. }"
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OF For Richmond.

Miss Emily 'falley, an accomplished
Richmond lady, who has been spending
several weeks with her brother, VIM.
Talley, Esq, and other relatives, stay
ing part of the time with her niece, Mrs.
B. Gallaher, returned home on Tuesday
last. She was accompanied by relative,
Mrs. Emily r. Taylor, who will be alb
sent about week.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
A Child Horned by a Cow.

On Saturday last the bright little 49,
months'-ol boy of Mr. D. S. Carraway,
while playing in the street in front of
their residence on West Pine street, was
attacked by cow and received severe
scalp wound from one of the animals
horns. That the child was not killed
Instantly is simply marvellous. We are
glad to saw the little fellow is rapidly
recovering.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
A Rare Chance.

Next Monday morning, Oct 10th, the
great G. & o. will run personally con-
Quoted excursion to the Worlds Fair,
the train leaving the West Clifton Forge
depot early in the morning. Tickets will
be sold at the low price of $1,000 for the
round trip, with the privilege of enjoy
ing sleeping-car accommodations. Con-
sidering the distance from this place to
Chicago, the rate named is remarkably
cheap. For particulars, read notice
else Where
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12
Fell from a Scaffold

Mr.. E. d. Patterson, who was engaged
in painting building at Hot Springs,
stepped upon lose board on Tuesday
last, which tilted, causing him to fall a
distance of % feet He sustained severe
bruise of the left ankle, and is now hob
bling about on crutches.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12

E. G.. ROBERTS & Co. are making
up some of the incest TAYLOR
MADE CLOTHS that have ever
come TO THIS PLACE. Prices
WAY DOWN.
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ISSUED EVERY THURSDAY MORNING.
ST. a Wear, Invariably in Advance.

YEARLY A ADVERTISEMENTS will be collected at
the end of .,e!i 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 viii be due when the work
is completed.
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To the Readers of the virginian.

We ask the prayers of each one OF you
in secret, around the family altar; in the
prayer meeting and in the great congre-
cation, for Gods blessing to rest upon
the efforts at soul-winning for Jesus, of
Brother Evangelists G. M. Howard and
myself in the counties of Ballard. Car
Isle, Hickman, and Fulton, Ky. We are
at this place now. May God bless you
in your prayers.
Truly yours,
w, e, HILL.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1893-10-12

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.
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PENSIONS!

Being located near tht Government Depart
ments am able to give your claims better atten-
tiOn than attorneys located elsev here Special
attention given to difficult and rejected claims;
II your present attorney does not suit you, and
is slow write us. U. S. Soldiers who have lost
their discharges can obtain new ones. Charges
of desertion removed. No fee unless you get
. Pension. Advice FREE. Soldiers pensiOned
at less than ($12) dollars per month, and suffer
ing from disability in addition to that named in
their pension certificate may obtain increase
under the new law. 1t is not necessary for you
to have gotten any ailments in war to get pen
stoned under the new law. Pensions for widows
and children without regard to cause Of sold
ier's death; for mothers and fathers who were
dependent on soldier when he died Or not. Pen
sions obtained for service rendered during the
Mexican and Indian wars A Mexican pension
can now be increased to $l2 per month.
PATENTS.
Caveats, Trade Marks, Eesings: Copyrights and
all Patent business conducted for Moderate fees
Information and advice given to Inventors
without charge. Address,
THE NORMAN CLAIM. AGENCY
Box Y67. Washington, D. c.
aug17-2m.
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More Cliftonites Destined for the
Worlds Fair

On Tuesday night Messrs. M. A. Hope,
H. q. Dickinson, Jno. G. Stull, Rev. and
Mrs. Wood and Mr.. Frank Karnes, start.
ed Oh No. for the Windy City Satur-
day next, DIR. A. w. Woodward and his
mother, Mrs. Woodward, J. W. Lipop
Capt. and Mrs. Moody, Capt. and Mrs
J. E. Smith will leave for the same place
We wish them all delightful visit.
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SPECIAL NOTICE.

Ladies desiring to see the Publisher of the
VIRGINIAN on business or otherwise, can be ac-
commodated by giving notice through the post
office, or by calling at the office, second floor OF
receive at all times prompt and polite attention
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FOR REMIT

A well located and commodious room,
suitable for an office or other purposes.
In rear of the Post. Office. Apply at the
VIRGINIAN office.
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HARD TIMES has nothing to do
with the tremendous Bargains offered
by MEssRs. E. G.. ROBERTS & Co. in
Fall and Winter Shoes.
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
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, 1893-10-12

Try pair of MEssRs. F. G. ROB-
ERTs & Co. celebrated 90. K"
Kid Button Shoes. None better ever
made. Price only S..
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Partnership Dissolved.
TO ALL CONCERNED.

TO ALL CONCERNED.
NOTICE is HEREBY GINEN that the part
Farrar and w. L. Williamson as druggists. Cliff
ton Forge under the firm name of Farrar d Will
hanson, has this day been dissolved by mutual
consent, and the books placed in the hands OF
D. A. Williamson for settlement.
We desire here to thank our customers for
their past liberal patronage and respectfully
ask continuance Of the same with G. NJ. Far
rar, who will in future conduct the business on
his separate account
G. NJ. EARRAR,
W. L. WILLIAMSON.
Clifton Forge. Va. Sept. 27th, 1898.