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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
About the cround-nos

AT this season of the year it is generally ex-
pected of the SPECTATOR as of other papers,
to have something to say of the grounding
and what is known as the grounding sign OF
the weather for six weeks succeeding Feb
End. and that our readers may not be, disap-
pointed, we will proceed to say something on
these questions. Whilst we have no faith in
the ground hog as weather prophet. as usual
ly understood-that is, that he invariably
comes out of his burrow on the End of Febru-
airy regardless of the condition of the weather
(Which he does not do) and if he can, at any
time during that day, see his shadow, he re-
turns to his burrow to remain for six weeks, and
there remains, however pleasant the weather
may be-yet we believe, in the sign to the ex-
tent that the chances are that it will be more
often verified than falsifed, and this belief is
not founded on tradition or blindly accepted
on the authority of some old people, who
were as ignorant in the past as in the present,
but on reason, and We will give the reason
for the faith that is in u.s." that our readers
NAV judge of it for themselves
The sign is, that if the grounding can see
his shadow on the End of February, there will
be more bad, than good weather for the next
six weeks, but if he cannot, there will be more
good, than bad weather during that time
Now, as there is generally more bad than
good weather at that season of the year. and a
there are more days when he could see his
shade than when he could not the chances
are-not the certainty by any means-that if
he could see his shadow there would be more
bad than good weather during the next six
weeks and the sign would be verified in the
opinion of those who believe in it.
That the End of February Ember-day, or
any other day in the year indicates the char
acter of future weather, is absurd. The belief
in old sayings, particularly those in reference
to signs of the weather, the phases of the
moon, &c, should be accepted with great
caution, unless a reason for them can be OBJ
served; for many, and probably majority of
them, are senseless and falacious. Some peo-
pie accept as true all old sayings without Civ
ing the reasonableness or the absurdity of
them moments consideration A fallacIous
saying or sign is no less so because it is hoary
with age. We would advise more reasoning
and less regard for what is called authority.
Reason is our best guide Utmost things.
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DETAILS OF THE Plight FOR THE POSSE
AhE Na' Al sAhOAN'
lBy Cable to the Herald.

LONDON, Feb. 3, 1S95.-The Central
News correspondent in Wei-Hai- Wei
telegraphs, under date of February 1,
via Tailenwan:-"The Chinese war
ships were much damaged in yester-
days fight. After the Paichayaso forts
capitulated the Japanese turned the
captured guns against the Chinese war
ships, hitting them repeatedly and
forcing them to change their position.
violent snow storm on the afternoon
of January 81 compelled the japanese
feet TO remain inactive, and thus frus
Grated the Japanese plan OF bringing
on a general naval engagement. The
Japanese held the entrance to the har
bOr."
THE FLEETS STILL HoTLY ENGAGED.
A despatch sent to-day by the Cen
trail News correspondent in Chefoo
says:-"The Japanese have captured
the island of Liu Kung Tau, the last
stronghold of the Chinese at Wei-Hai
Wei. The bombardment was terrific
and lasted for hours. The Chinese an
swered it with unusual spirit, but many
of their guns were disabled early in the
engagement. Toward the close of the
ombardment six japanese ships land
ed marines, who captured the batteries
The fighting was severe, and many
were killed and wounded on each side.
AS this dispatch ia sent the two fleets
are holly engaged.
The Chefoo correspondent of the
Central News says that the firing at
Wei Hai-We continues. The japanese
have not captured the Chinese fleet or
the island of Liu-Kung-Ta
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
Meeting of Farmers at FishersviIIe.

A mass meeting of the farmers, having no
connection with the Alliance or Farmers
Club, is called to meet at Fishersville at 2
O'Clock p. m, Saturday, Feb 10th, Ito dis
cuss," in the language of the CALL questions
looking to the betterment of the condition and
elevation of the status of those who directly
or indirectly gain their support from agricul-
tural pursuits"
1t will be meeting of more than ordinary
interest, and, it is hoped, it will be well at
tended, and that the discussion will be of in
terest and profitable to all. The meetings held
at Fishersville by the intelligent and progress
sive farmers of that vicinity have attracted at
tention and received endorsement in other
counties in this great Valley.
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A Suggestion to the Churches.

There has recently been agreat revival of
religion in the old city of Fredericksburg, and
IN the following article the Star of that city
makes suggestion to the churches which is
worthy of consideration. 1t says that read
ing rooms and every possible facility for af
fording young people an opportunity for util-
zing their spare moments proftably and
pleasantly should be provided in all cities.
Many, we believe, are led astray and finally
become curse to society because of lack of
suitable places to spend their evenings.
While the Young Mems Christian Associa-
ton was in fourishing condition it was a
potential factor in pointing young men in the
right direction and giving them a pleasant
place to spend leisure moments. But Fred
ericksburg, we are sorry to say, has never
had ample provisions for the culture and i'm
provement of the young and shielding them
from the temptations that come crowding up
on them when the days work is over.
A large number of converts have been add
ed to the various churches during the great
religious awakening which has been in prog
other things, increased responsibility upon
the CDQrcD6S. IQeSe converts come from oil
the various walks of life. They have numer-
Gus difficulties and dangers to encounter.
They will need much help in climbing over
the obstacles that lie in their pathway. To
them, as to every one else, the severest dan
Zers come when they have nothing to do
Taking this view of the matter there should
be conference of the ministers held and a
permanent arrangement effected for service
at some one of the churches each night in the
week. This would be training school for
the growth in grace of all the new converts
and would increase the opportunities for all
young people to spend their evenings away
from harmful influences.
We believe the regular weekly services at all
The churches are held the same nights and
there are several nights in each week that
those who desire to attend religious services
nave nowhere to go. This arrangement
should, for the welfare of the rising genera
Jien. be changed at the earliest practicable
moment by alternating union services as
above indicated :"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06

BISHOP MCQUAID.-The New York
Herald published report to the effect
that the Pope has deprived Bishop Nc
Quad, of Rochester, of the exercise of
his function for six months. His of
fence, it was stated, was public criticism
of the actions of Archbishop Ireland,
of st. Paul. Bishop McQuaid when
shown tie Herald's dispatches
said: II know nothing about
the statements contained in these press
dispatches. This much / will say l
have not been retired; have not been
deposed; | have not been suspended
l have not been summoned to Rome
That is all "
A dispatch from Rome states that
when asked about Bishop McQuaid' S
denial that he had been censured for
his attack on Archbishop Ireland. the
vatican officials replied The Bishop
spoke too soOn.r
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Japanese and Chinese.
From the N. I. Herald.

CHEFoo. Feb g. 1s95.-All the land
forts at Wei Hal Wei have fallen. The
island of Linkungtao is still held by the
Chinese, and the Chinese fleet is intact.
though the vessels have been greatly
damaged.
A report from Lungshawan, on the
Shantung Promontory, dated Febru-
airy 1. says that on January 81 the
fourth fort, comma nding the entrance
to the harbor of Wei Hal Wei, was cap
tured.
The japanese from the captured forts,
conformity with the fleet. began firing
at the enemy's ships, compelling them
to seek shelter in place outside the
range of the guns.
A high wind prevented further bonn
bardment
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MAR RACES.


Blu TLER-STULL.-Int the Richpatch district,
Allegheny county, Wednesday. Jan. 30th, Try
Rev. l. W. irwin, Mr.. VIM. Butler, oil Low
Moor, to Miss Willie Stull, daughter OF Mr.. c.
7. Stull.
PURSLEY-MARKS.-At the home of Mr.. Wal
Ter Marks, brother of the bride, in Clifton
Forga, Monday night, Jan. 18th, by Rev. Mr..
hardwood. Mr.. j. b. Pursley to Miss Lilly
Marks.
VEST-CLARK.--At the Methodist parsonage,
CollierstOwn, Va, Jan. 3Oth 1885, by Rev. H.
L.Myeriey, Mr.. Charley W. Vest and Miss
Josephine Clark, all OF Rockbridge county,
Va.
BURR-LUTZ-At the Presbyterian church
in COvingtOn, Va, at p m, Wednesday,
Jan. 30th, by Rev. colin Stokes, Mr.. Merrick
A. Burr, of ROnceverte. W. Va. to Miss
Mollie A. Lutz, daughter of. A. Lutz, Esq,
of Covington. After the ceremony the
couple took the train foriRonceverte their
future home
McCAULEY-MARTIN- 80 1895, at
Basic CITY, Luther McCauley and Maggie
Martin, both of Augusta.
W lLBARG ER-BOSSERMA 3rd,
1899, at Stonewall, Augusta county, Jas A.
Wilbarger and Elizabeth G. Bosserman.
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A Business Prospective Bride.

young lady in the county of Rockbridge
has called on preacher to perfect all the
necessary arrangements for her marriage to a
young man at an early date. She explained
that her intended husband was too busy to
call and attend to this matter and had dele
gated it to her.
This reminds US of the remark of an old
quaker who said that he thought the boys
were very foolish to run after the girls, for if
they would not do so, the girls would run af-
ter them
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Highly CommendahIe.

1t affords US pleasure to announce that Mr.
VIM. F. Summerson has made donation of
two carloads of wood to the City Mission for
distribution to the poor of this city. This is a
highly commendable act of charity, and will
be of great service to the poor of the city, who
need fuel this very cold weather, even more
than food. This is an act of practical Chris
tianity which deserves to be emulated-prac-
tice is better than profession, deeds better
than words. He that giveth to the poor,
lendeth to the Lord, - but from their refusal
to give, many seem, as Dean Swift said, to
doubt the security
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06

Has tastes incidentally, in keeping with other
luxuries. A remedy must be pleasantly &C.
ceptable in form, purely wholesome in COM
position, truly beneficial in effect and entirely
free from every Objectionable quality. If
really i'll he consults a physician; if consti
pated he uses the gentle family laxative
Syrup of FIGS
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IN. c. A. Star Course Con cert.

The last Y NJ. e. A. Star course of enter
tainments for this season will be given in the
Opera house on Friday night Feb. 18TH by
the famous "Torbett Concert Company" en-
bracing combination of instrumental and
vocal artists of high order, who will give an
enjoyable entertainment.
Miss Ollie Torbett. violinst Mr.. Rudolf Won
Scarpa, pianist; and the Lutterman Sextette
from Stockholm, Sweden-Messrs F, Erick
son, c. Froholm, c. Smith. E. Schill, N. Lowen-
mark and G. Kindlungh.
Tickets for reserved seats on sale at Y. M. c.
A. building at 9 a. m. Thursday, Feb. 18th.
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TO OUR FIsHERsv1LLE BRETHREN.


At meeting held at McGaheysyille JAN
uary 26th the resolutions adopted by ou1
Augusta county brethren on the 9Th of Janu
airy at Fishersville, and published in the
Staunton Spectator of the 9th, were heartily
endorsed, and request made that Rocking
ham editors would publish the Fishersville
resolutions in their papers or l may say in
the peoples papers, for it is the people who
cherish and support them for the purpose OF
collecting information and as a channel
through which intelligence flows to them
selves.
At the McGaheysville meeting many such
expressions of commentator as the follow
ing were INDUCED in
Three cheers for our Scotch-Irish brethren
of Augusta !' "We do most earnestly demand
a reduction in our State and county expendi-
lures" "These are noble sentiments well ex-
pressed 1--WE believe that men of such
noble ancestry as that one or two regiments
of them directed by Washington could bid
defiance to John Bull did not pass these reso-
lutlons just for '.fua," but that they mean
business and will persist until their demand is
granted"
''We have trusted to others to give us q
happy country where the golden fruits OF
security and prosperity lie thlckly scattered
around, where wisdom makes the laws and
integrity holds the purse. We have been be
trayed. Our confiding trust has been shame
essly abused Now, to strike back, however
hopelessly, is an instinct which grows mad
der at each inevitable blow" 1--WE propose
to get rid of the rats by removing the corn
I'VE believe that with misrepresentation ii
would be as practicable to run an ice factory
in has to run the government economi-
cally with a full treasury" I'VE therefore
favor general reduction of taxation along
the whole line"
PROGRESS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
Change of Grocery Firm.

Henry E Summerson, of the Grocery Firm
OF Wheat u Summerson, having sold his in
terest to J. @. Plane and John E NALL, the
new firm is now Wheat. Plaine & NALL, who
will continue the wholesale and retail grocery
business at No. II East Main Street. Wheat
having the same interest in the new firm
that he had in the firm of Wheat & Summer
son, and hopes his friends and customers will
deal with him as heretofore.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06

some that such action would be discrimna-
ton against the legal tender money of the
country. Suppose it is? Do not the people
who present legal tender notes to the Treasury
and demand gold for them discriminate
against them? But in truth it would be dis
elimination in favor of the notes, because it
would provide gold with which to keep them
redeem
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
Sale of EakIeeon Hotel.

The new Eakleton Hotel of this city, with
its fine furniture and admirable equipments
in all respects, which cost SOL, 500, was, under
deed of trust, sold at public auction last Thurs
day, and was purchased by the Staunton Per-
petual Building and Loan Company for 3d.
600. This company had a claim against it of
sol 500
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
Basis of Confidence.

In his financial review of February
End, Henry Clews says that the follow
ing statement should be sufficient to
base confidence upon, Notwithstanding
the present period of gloom. The pub
lie debt of the United States Govern
ment was. on January 1st. $1,O64, 241,-
600, as against the debts of the follow
ing European nations:
Austria Hungary. So 1866, 1886. 500
France......... 4,446, I95, o9S
treat Britaln..........-.-..... $500, liz, 563
Germany Prussia, etc.,. 1881. 1872 112
Italy ..... ..................... 1854, $50 .3S9
Russia ....... 3,491, 018, 074
The United States Government,
therefore, has not only the smallest
debt, but is also the richest in re-
sources. The debt of Canada per capita
is $50. The English Australian Col
onies of New Zealand and South Wales
average $3.50 per capita, and Victoria
$500 per capita, while the United States
debt per capita is only SIS. The la
bilities growing out of the failures of
1892 SO in this country, which was the
worst general panic period that the
United States ever had, considering its
prolongation and the fact that it COW
cred every locality without an excep
ton, amounted to less than per cent
on the true valuation of the assets of
the 100000 900 population. No one can
appreciate these facts without having
faith in our country, hope of better
times in the near future, and charity
for the limited intellect of many of
those who obstruct the necessary ma
tional legislation which is the cause of
the present troubles.
Come what will. and under any cir
cumstances, loyal people will continue
to believe that every dollar of such
promises will eventually be redeemed
in gold.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
opera-nouse Tomorrow Night.

We would again remind our readers that
the able and distinguished tragedian, Robert
Browning, with the popular Engenie Blair,
supported by good company, will act The
Gladiator IN the Opera-house to morrow
Thursday-nig None who delight in the
good performance of good tragedy, and who
does not, should fail to attend.
Let the House be filled. The larger the at
tendance, the better will be the performance.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
Both Legs Broken.

Andrew Myers, who lives between Buffalo
and Collierstown in Rockbridge county. had
both of his legs broken above the knees by the
falling of tree upon him which he had cut
down, In trying to get out of the way he
slipped and fell, and the tree fell on him. He
stances
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06

A confederation of Central American
republics has been formed to resist the
probable invasion of Guatemala by
Mexico. War funds are being raised
and troops are massing on the frontier.
1t is thought Mexico has no recourse
left but to declare war against qua
temala.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
LOCAL DEPARTMENT.
WOOD! WOOD! wooD:!!

Those who wish to pay their subscriptions
with wood are requested to bring it in as soon
as possible, as we are now in need of it, and
would consider it an accommodation.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
KNOWLEDGE

Brings comfort and improvement and
tends to personal enjoyment when
rightly used. The many, who live bet
ter than others and enjoy life more, with
less expenditure, by more prompt.
adapting the worlds best products to
the needs of physical being, will attest
tile value to health of the pure liquid
laxative principles embraced in the
remedy, Syrup Of Figs.
Its excellence is due to its presenting
in the form most acceptable and pleas
ant to the taste, the refreshing and truly
beneficial properties of perfect lax
alive; effectually cleansing the system,
tli3pclling colds, headaches and fevers
and permanently curing constipation.
1t has given satisfaction to millions and
met with the approval of the medical
profession, because it acts on the Kid
news, Liver and Bowels without weak.
ening them and it is perfectly free from
every Objectionable substance.
Syrup of Figs is for sale by all drug
gists in Soc and 81 bottles, but it is MAN.
nfactured by the California Fig Syrup
Co. only, whose name is printed on every
package, also the name, Syrup Of Figs,
and being well informed, you will not
accept any substitute if offered.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
Did the Cround-Hog See His
ShadoW2

The question now with the believers in the
ground hog as weather-prophet is, Ibid he,
or did he not see his shadow on the End of
February? Some say he did not, whilst
others say he did, as the sun shone for short
while sufficiently to cast a shadow, so that
the sign will be verified in the opinion of
some, no matter what may be the character
of the weather for the next six weeks. Our
opinion is, that he did not see his shadow on
that day. not because he could not, if he had
been out at the proper time, but because he
was too sensible to expose himself to the
snow-storm and cold weather prevailing on
that day, and, like the philosopher he is, he
remained quietly in his cosey and comfort
able home singing
LET the wide world wag as it will,
will be gay and happy STILL
The winds may blow, and the snow may fall,
Ruf hp Oh ful Inc ofi
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Ia
Cows.-Trade is only fair for cows at last
weeks prices. Common to fair cows $OaS35,
and few extra at $40 per head.
BALTIMORE LIVE STOCK MARKET,l
MONDAY. Feb. 4th. 1884. {
SwINE--The receipts numoer about 1,9O
head more than they did last week. There Is
a moderately fair trade only reported and
prices about steady at the figures ruling last
Monday. Good to prime hogs. mainly West
ern, 4.6Oa$4 u.s. nearby hogs-thOse from Vir-
ginia Pennsylvania and Maryland-4.25a$4.5
per 100 lbs gross. Roughs 3.00a$3.75 per 100 lbs
gross. Receipts 12.0S7 head.
SHEEP AND LAMBS There Is a fair trade for
both sheep and lambs. Sheep are quoted at
2a4 cents per Id gross; lambs 4a5x cents per Id
gross
CALvEs-veals sell at 4a5x cents per Id, and
a fairly good demand Is reported.
NEW YORK LIVE STOCK MARKET
MONDAY. Feb. 4th. 1894. 4
BEEvES.-Receipts for two days 1885 head;
on sale rs cars; steers active and 10c higher; in
feriOr to prime native steers ASSASSIN, oxen
L75a$4.45 Cherokee steers 375a$4.45, bulls 2.60a
s.. 40, dry cows 150a$3 rs per 100 lbs. European
cables quote American steers at 10ka1lH cts
per Id dressed weight; refrigerator beef at Gallo
cents per Id. No exports today.
CALyES.-Rece1ptS for two days 200 head;
veals nc lower; other calves steady: poor to
prime veais 450aS7.Oo, barn yard .lves "a &. So
Western calves 225aS2.f5 per luO lbs
SHEEP AND LAMBS.-Recejp pts for two days
l5.;sss head; On sale 80 head; sheep &c higher;
lambs firm to shade stronger: poor to prime
sheep 3aSt62x. common to choice lambs 45Oa
$5.S0 per 100 lbs
HoGs.-Receipts for two days E,940 head
steady; choice State hogs A70-
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Charlottesville chronicie.

The daily Charlottesville Chronicle hereto
fore published as morning paper will here
after be published as an evening paper, thus
making both of the Charlottesville dailies
evening papers, as the Progress is an evening
paper.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06

William Shafer. colored, was shot through the
left leg Friday afternoon by William Fleming
in street fight. Fleming fired three shots
with revolver within twenty PAGES of Shafer,
only one of which took, effect. Fleming made
his escane
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06

Senator Romero, Mexican minister to
Washington, expressed the belief that
there will be no war with Guatemala.
1t is reported from Mexico that the
United States will not interfere to set
tie the dispute.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06

The effiuvium which arises from the Sc WEI
near the office of DR.. H. NJ. Patterson is nei
Their grateful to the olfactories nor conducive
to health. 1t should be looked to without de
Law
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1895-02-06
The Augusta. ga. Neacs observes;

''Our neighbors are moving in the
right direction. Hog and hominy pays
better than cotton"
This means that in Georgia and
South Carolina the farmers are begin
ming to appreciate that the farmer
ought to supply himself with his vittles
instead of buying it. Richmond State.
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Staunton M arkerS.


STAUNTON, VA, Feb. 5th, 1895.
The only change to report this week is in
the case of wheat, which is now quoted at So
cents instead of from 55 to 81 as quoted last
week