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Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
STEELE'S TAVERN, VA.

| Aug. 9t.-Ethel Rowena, infant of Mr.. Fl
3. Campbell, of Raphine, died last Tuesday.
aged six months. The little grave in Ola
providence cemetery is the tenth made for
members OF Mr.. CampbelI's family in IA
years and four months-his first wife. his
mother, his uncle, Harvey Harrison his
aunt, Miss Eliza Harrison, and six little
children.
Inc Odd Fellows and other citizens of this
community have move on foot, and re
making good progress, toward BUILDING .
town hall, and Odd Fellows, Hall hare
ihey are taking contributions of money and
every kind of salable article, and will have
bazaar here the 3rd week of September
various entertainments will be provided
Mr.. Walter Searson is putting in a large
engine to run his merchant mill at this place
Which Will make him independent of tho
scarcity OF water in the stream, during drv
seasons. Wy
Quite number of people from this neigh.
.horhood are off at the Springs just now. Mr.
Y. .. Bell and family. Mr. and Mrs. Geo T
wade, at Wilson's; Mr.. j. E. A. Gibbs and
family, at Variety; Col. j. d. Lillev ard
MI. ). h. Smith, with their families. at the
Cold. 'ne
Mrs M. S. Moffett, Principal Of the school
mere. IS Oh visit to her parents in Cincin-
natl.
At the residence of Mr.. Alferd Plumb in
" aynesDoro, on Monday, the End, j. r.
Smith and Mrs. Mary Alice Montcastle. both
pit ChaTl0ttes Vile ware married pa,z ~
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12

On Thursday, Aug. 10, there will be a
picnic excursion to Crozet, under the au-
spices OF the Sunday schools of Mt Zion
and Ebenezer Baptist churches of Staunton.
trains leave Staunton at $40 and 10 20 a. m.
rare SOC; FishersvilIe and 10. IS a. m, fare
soc; Waynesboro, 9.12 and 2O47a a. M. fare
4Oc; Basic. GA and 1O.4e a. M. fare 4Oc.
Chlidren between and IL years, half fare
Returning, leave Crozet 6.42 D. m.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
Pocahontas county Items.

The horses of VIM. Sharp of Edray, ran
OFT with his mower last week, but beyond
Wrecking the machine did no damage.
Mrs. Laura Curry. wife of Mr. Geo. II
Curry. died at her home near Hillsboro, on
July 30, after brief illness. She was a
daughter of the late John W. ID. McCarty,
and was widely related throughout the
county.
On July 21, on Stamping Creek, in the
Levels neighborhood, Mrs. Jane Clenden-
min, widow of William CleDdennin. depart
ed this life at an advanced age of rs years.
Oh August 2, Mr. and Mrs David L. An
derson of MarlintoD, lost son, Geo. Will
liam. aged eleven years. His death was
caused by stepping upon nail The wound
became inHamed and caused blood poison
ing
FRANK johnson, son of James johnson
near Vsrdant Valley, died at the age of
seven years.
Amos j. Dilley recently lost son, How
ard, who died of typhoid fever
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12

William and Mary College, Williams
purg, Va, has decided to admit to scholar
ships all applicants above Is years, willing
to teach two years in the public schools.
Ihese scholarships offer Unusual advanta-
ges, as they entitle the holder to free tuition
and board, including fuel. lights and wash
ing, at $40 per month. Students unwilling
TO take pledge to teach will be charged a
tuition Zee OF SIT 80 per half session. Board
VIII cost students from Sl2 to 81 5 per month.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
COMMISSIONERS OFFICE,
~ Staunton, Va, Aug. II, 1897.
P. B. Sublett's Creds, etc,
. b. Sublett's admir-, etc

P. b. Sublett's admir-, etc.
All persons interested in the above styled
chancery cause will TAKE NOTICE. that in pur-
suance of decree of the Circuit Court OF Au-
gusta county, entered in said cause on May 28,
1897, shall at my office in Staunton, Va, on
Saturday, September I1th, 1897,
proceed to take, state and settle the follow
ing accounts
LIST. A further account Of the transactions of
Cnas. T. Palmer, Admir- of p. B. Sublett. decd.
End. A further account of the Indebtedness
OF the estate of p. B. Sublett, Decd and Of the
matters considered in my last report but not
passed upon by the court in the above men
toned decree.
3rd: OF the proper distribution of the funds
in this cause.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12

On August 10Th, 18th and 18th, the South
ern Railway will place on sale at all sta
tons on its lines. round trip, special excur-
sion tickets. to Washington, Richmond, and
Norfolk and return. at rate OF one single
fare for the round-trip ticke4s will be limit
ed Is days from date of sale. This affords
an exceptional opportunity to visit all East
ern points.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
BAKER & BROWN.
aug 12-7t
COMMISSIONERS OFFICE,
~ Staunton, Va, Aug. 10th. 1897,
A. G. Gordon, Trustee,

COMMISSIONERS gE OFFICE,
| A. G. Gordon, Trustee,
| VS..
| Jane ArmStead, ct ais.
| All persons interested in the above STYLED
cnancery cause will TAKE NOTICE thai in
pursuance of two DEGREES of the circuit court
NJ 04a AUGUSTA county, entered in said cause on
NOV. ~. iS4, and May 10, 1897. l shall at nv
| ONCE in StauntOn, Va, on ~
wednesday, September 18th, 1897,
proceed to take, state and settle the following
accounts: WIZ -0io"i ns
ISL. The circumstances attending the sale of
the real estate in the bill and proceedings
mentioned to Jane Armstead by "A. c. Cor
oOn. trustee, on the 18th of March, 1898 and
whether or not said sale should be treated az
annulled. w 'e' "si'e anu
"a. The amount which was due the said
Jane Armstead on the day Of sale on account
~ u4 ne safe bonds OF NJ. NJ. Robertson, Alexan-
ger Hartman and ThOs. j. Hartman Trustee for
MIS-; =. v. Hartman, dated Feb. II, 1891, after
applying all proper credits
3d. II the sale to Jane Armstead aforesaid
Is 10 be held valid and binding, then what
balance Is due from her on account THEREOF If
any, and to whom said balance is now paya-
18th. settlement of the accounts of A. G.
0Oruon, trustee, in the deed of trust of which
exnlDlt Z, filed with the bin. is copy
ON. ANY other matters deemed pertinent
etc. Fo
X. E Il. NELSON,
ID p.u commissioner In Chancery.
Patrick s Gordon, lp. q. aug T. Ats
X. W. CrOWder ~
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
Franklin S. Myer a prominent t,i nc;nn.,

Franklin 5. Myer, prominent vi ncinnati
business man, was buried in ThOrnrose
cemetery Tuesday afternoon The funeral
services were conducted in Trinity Epis-
copal church, Rev. Walter Q. HuIlihen, the
rector, officiating
Mr.. Myer died at the residence of Ii. S.
Greene, near this city on Monday. He was
about $50 years of age. and had been in the
Confederate army.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12

In order to put our subscription list on a
cash basis. we will hereafter omit the names
of all delinquent subscribers. The paper
will be stopped when persons time has
expired.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12

Rev. Mr.. Kinsolving recommended.
The Rev. Arthur B. KinSolving, of Christ
Episcopal Church. Brooklyn, is again men
tioned.as the possible bishop coadjutor to
be elected in Rhode Island, the Rev. Dr.
David III. Greer, of st. Bartholomew this
city, who was chosen by recent convention,
having written letter declining to accept
the office and strongly recommending the
Rev. Mr. Kinsolving for the place. 1t will
be remembered that Rev. Mr. Kinsolving
was preferred by many Virginia clergymen
afew months ago, when bishop coadjutor
was to be chosen there. The Brooklyn min
lister requested, however, that his name be
not placed in nomination. and his wishes
were needed. The Rhode Island conven-
ton will probably be called together again
in October. Rev. Mr.. KinsOlving lived in
Baltimore some years ago.-Balt. Sun.
Mr.. KinsOlving is we'll known in Staun-
ton, where he has many friends.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
More Base Rail.

1t is stated that the Covington base ball
club will be here again on Friday afternoon
next to play one game. 1t is also stated
that excursion trains will run from Coving
ton and Clifton Forge to bring pc rsons to
witness the game.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
WEDDING CARDS

beautifully printed at the SPECTATOR
office. An elegant new line of type
for this especial purpose.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE,
(State A. & VI. College,

NS'"'e ~ q w. IoHcSe.J
AT BLACKSBURG, VA.
80 Instructors Thoroughly equipped shons
laboratories and infrmary. Farm OF 338 acres
Steam heating and electric lights in dormito-
rles. Degree courses in A Agriculture; HorticuI-
lure; CIVIL Mechanical and Electrical Engf-
neer1ng. Applied Chemistry and General
science Shorter courses in Practical Agri-
culture and Practical Mechanics.
Iotai cost Tor session of nine months. in
board, washing, text books, medical attefi,
dance; etc, abont sls5. Cost to State students
For catalogue apply to
aug slot PreSide,,,t
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
Virginia Military Institute,
LEXINGTON. VA

LEXINGTON, VA.
=, 18th Year: State Military, Scientific and
technical school. Thorough courses in gen
erai ana applied Chemistry, and in Engineer-
M. l., and Bachelor Science; in Post Grad
courses, Master Science, Civil Engineer All
expenses, including clothing and incidentals.
pioViQeu az an average rate Of $3.50 nerr
Lnontn, exclusive of outfit. New Cadets re-
Po 1I 9ept. l. GEN. SCOTT SHIPP,
'oi i'-oe SuDerintendent
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
Reunion OF confeds.

The Confederate soldiers of Pocahontas
county, W. Va, are arranging for grand
reunion at Marlirton, the county seat, on
Sept. 1st next. They have invited promi-
| nent speakers, amongst whom is Hon. Il.
st. Geo. Tucker of this State They are ar
ranging for great day, a tournament, foot
ball, base ball, dancing, &C., will take
place after the speaking, which is to begin
| at II a. m. OF course splendid dinner will
Deserved by those hospitable people,
COL A. q. l.. Gatewood. who was major
in Rosser's Brigade, and led the charge that
took Hampton's Division through the
chevauxdefriz into the Yankee lines on the
noted cattle raid, and Capt VIM. G. Mann,
another gallant soldier, are bending eyery
energy to make the day success, assisted
by a large number of enthusiastic Confeds.
throughout the county. Recently plan
has been put on foot to gather the remains
OF all Confederate soldiers buried in the
county who were killed or died in hospitals
icated by the Marlinton Improvement Co, !
and erect suitable monument and strong
stone wall about it.
The graves of many have been lost sight
OF, but near Marlinton by the road side are
the graves OF number not SO much in
some instances as marked by stone, and
the grave of one poor fellow is so close to
the road side that to preserve it from obliv-
ion and destruction, the road surveyor caus-
ed large stone to be rolled upon it. But
passing droves of cattle wolk over the silent |
abodes of the dead and time and tide are
fast wearing away the traces OF the last rest |
ing places of these "unknoaon'' men who |
laid down their lives in the cause in which |
their consciences had enlisted them. This |
will all be changed soon, as comfortable /
sum of money has been subscribed to put
the refinement matter in shape and paw
that tribute to valor which is one OF the
noblest qualities inspiring the human
breast. Mr.. Tucker has been unable as vet
% give an answer to the invitation sent him,
IS an engagement about the last of August
With the American Bar Association NAV
conflict. but he will be able to reply soon.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12

There will be Union Sunday School con-
yention at New Hope commencing this
morning and lasting three days, All de-
nominations in the vicinity VIII attend, and
number of delegates from distance are
expected.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
For Sale Privately +!

nave for sale privately about G7s acres of
improved farm land now under cultivation,
WIN good crops growing. About 5 acres of
through the land and there is also a good
well. The land lies between Annex and Laurel
q I'm, aaJolnlng the lands of John A. Harris,
Sam1 Hunter and VIM. Foster
Parties wishing to purchase are invited to
go over the land in person. For terms address
or apply in person to
ID. M. KERR.
Jun lu-tT Laurel Hill Va.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
ROCKINGHAM MILITARY INSTITUTE,

NHOUNI CRAWFOKD, VA,
| FAcULTY-F A. Byerly, Prin. Capt Charles
N. u BlacNoLd, Commandments; Fl. b. Bare; DR..
IL. w. SWltzer; Rev. G. b. Heller.
F1rst-class Preparatory School, Reasonable
Terms. Excellent building, board and man
agem eil discipline firm, but kind; careful
principal has had ID years experiences. Ses
sion begins Sept Is 97, closes 18th of June, '9S.
For particulars address We
aug 5-4t $780, f A. RYEPry
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
EDUCATIONAL,
A PRIVATE SCHOOL FOR BOYS,
STANTON, VA.

will open my private limited school for
boys on WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 8, 1897. The
object of the school is to give boys thorough
preparation for college or business. A limit
ed number of boarding pupils received, over
whose morals and department. the same care
and diligence will be exercised as though they
were members of my own family. For terms
and further information apply to
aug sat c. Il. YOUNG, Principal.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1897-08-12
Rev. MIR. Kinsolving iseoonmenaed.

Amos j. Dilley recently lost son, Ho W.
ard, who died of typhoid fever.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-01-11
CANNOT BE STOPPED.
Druggist Potter Suffering From Persist
ent Attack OF Hiccoughs.

Druggist Potter Suffering From Persist
ent Attack OF Hiccoughs.
John T.. Potter. ths Cranston street
druggist, is at bis home, 4j Arch street,
seriously prostrated by persistent attack
OF hiccoughs. He has boen suffering
from the psculiSr malady since last Iuos-
day ana notwithstanding the fact that he
hiss had the best of medical treatment the
biccoughs persist In reiucing his vital
ity. lie tegan with simple remedies but
the continuation of the ailliction warned
him that he was q victim to condition
that bafIles the skill of the most expert
medical men. Ibis case has grown 90
serious that a consultation OF physicians
has been held but thus far no permanent
relief has been effected. The physicians
sre of the opinion thst Mr.. Potter's rug
gsd constitution will stand the strain un.
til the trouble In overcome or the hic.
coughs stop OF their own accord.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-01-11
Merit
intrinsic value OF XS
Hoods Sarsaparilla. y - = gAS

Merit In medicine means the power TO
cure. Hoods Sarsaparilla possesses actual
and unequalled curative power and there
fore 1t has true merit. When you buy
Hooi's Sarsaparilla, and take 1t according
70 directions, to purify your blood, or
cure any OF the many blood diseases, you
are morally certain TO receive benefit.
The power to cure is there. You are not
trying an experiment. 1t will make your
blood pure, rich and nourishing, and thus
drive out the germs OF disease, strengthen
the nerves and build up the whole system.
Severe Case Of Dyspepsia
"I suffered from dyspepsia 20 years. I
had a feeling as though there was lump
I'm my stomach. j did not dare to eat
meat or warm bread, very few vegetables,
for fear of the great distress food caused
ne. Inexperienced relief right after COM
raencing 10 take Hoods Sarsaparilla. My
appetite increased, I gained in general
health and strength. lean eat almost any
thing now without discomfort. Although
had been an invalid for twenty years,
cen truthfully say that ] am better thar
Tor long time. Inever weighed so much
IN my lifen Mrs. EMILY Il. BUMP, 81
Portland Street, Middlcboro, Mass.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-01-11
HAD A NARROW ESCAPE.
Warrant Officer Long In Bad Collision
on Elmw0od Avenue.

Warrant officer Isaiah Long had mar
row escape from being killed in collision
on Elmwood avenue near Dapol street
late Saturday afternoon. MI. Long has for
a week or more. been sick and Saturday
afternoon was riding to the Office ofshis
physician. When near Dabol street a
coupe containing lady, came out OF
Dabol street ut lively pace, and ran
directly into Mr.. Longs carriage. IL
struck In such a way as TO lift Mr.. Longs
carriage from the forward wheels, and
into the air. 10 make matters worse, a
man was coming down Elmwood avenue
driving a PAGER and he was going at not
less than a $3.50 clip. The driver of the
PAGER saw the collision and pulled up his
flying animal, but not until he bad
reached the wreck, as one OF the fore feet
of the PAGER graxed Mr.. Longs face.
After Mr.. Long had been extricated
from the wreck 1t was found that the
third finger of the left hand had been
broken, and that be was otherwise cut and
bru ised.
His handsome carriage was badly dam
sged. The driver OF the coupe is known
to Mr.. Long.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-01-11

be mutually helpful In the essence OF
brotherly relations.
Jesus taught (snd ell reasonable people
recognize the soundness of the tesching),
that these kindly feelings OF good will
and beipfulness are natural 20 the entire
human race and should be felt by and
extended TO the entire human race. Every
man ano woman whether Christian or
non CHRISTIAN (for all the great world
religions agree on this point)-every man
and woman, the moment that a certain
stage of culture and intelligence Is
reached, acknowledges that the bond OF
bror hernood is the one that expresses the
true, natural, and desirable relntion
among the memb bers OF our human race.
Now before this thought could come into
our minds II must nave first been in the
mind OF Him whose offspring We are.
How could the Creator have conceived
this relationship and have planted the
impulse iu US to cultivate and to extend
ii unless He were permeated with 1t in
| the fret place Himself? Unless He Him
self were filed with the spirit OF affection
nd good will, h ow could He have DIFF
| fused, as lie has, through us? Unless He
Him self felt the impulse Of kindly help
| fuiness, bow could He, have mace us feel
| IL? 1t Is clear that He could not have
done SO.
The spirit of affection in us is the best
| testimony 10 the spirit Of affection In
Hin but the spirit must be in us or We
| shall never be copvi need. Strengthen II
then, nourish 1t with all your soul and
mind and heart. Cultivate diligently
kindly regard for your fellow creatures
and you will soon cease to doubt about
your Creators kindly regard for you.
The surest confirmation OF the truth OF
the Fatherhood of God is realizing
sense OF the truth of the Brotherhood OF
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-01-11
COULD NOT SETTLE.
So Ford Was Arrested and Will Be Tried
for Evading Fare.


Last Thursday morning a we'll dressed
middle aged man registered his name at
the Narragsnsett Hotel as X. f. Ford,
Boston, and was assigned to room 106
Ills baggage was exceedingly light and
was retained at the Office. In fact MIR.
Ford did NOT order it sent to his room.
Ford ate his meals at fashionable hour,
and retired early evenings.
Yeterdsy morning the clerks in the Office
thought Mr.. Ford had been quartered
at the hotel as long as his baggage would
permit, so he was called to the office and
asked to square accounts. This he was
unable to do, 50 one OF the clerks pushed
a button, which resulted in MIR. Ford be-
coming guest of the stats for he was
taken to the Central police station. In
the Sixth district court this morning he
was charged with evading paying for his
meals, lodgings and other accommoda-
tions while under Landlord Humphreys
roof, to which he pleaded not guilty. He
was held until Friday for trial. Ford
claims that his "room rent" is still GO
ing on, but at the hotel the clerks tell @
different story.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-01-11
YOungLavin Was Watched
While Stealing.
Two Detectives Saw Him
When He Removed Money.
After His Arrest the Young Men
Made a Full Confession.

NEW YORK, Jan. 11.--Socisl and
church circles in South Brooklyn are
startled by the announcement that Will
liam LAWN, % years old, son OF edward
LAWN. a wealthy reales,ste coaler, living
at SO Woodruff street, was under arrest,
charged with having robbed the collec-
tion basket in st. Stephens Roman Cath
olic Church. The father OF the young
man In O prominent member of tie
church, ana several Of the family
were in their pew when LAWN. according
to his own con niession removed tho
money from the collection basket.
Two detectives were watching him as
he steadily committed the theft while
walking up the aisle before laying the
collection at the altar. His sisters are
connected with the choir, and his three
brot hers are members OF the cougrega-
tion. LAWN says others are more guilty
tnan he and that he stole because he
understood other ushers did 90.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-01-11
ITS 27TH ANNIVERSARY
Interesting Services at the Crans'on
Street Baptist Church.
REV. Mr.. Bixty Preached and Societies
Held Fitting Ex:reisss.

The 27th snnigersary OF the Crnnston
Street Baptis, Church was observed yes
terday ana II was an event OF considerable
importsnce. The church was profussly
and tssiefully decorated in honor cf the
milestone in the history OF the society,
and some of the sentiments appearing on
the decorative cards were especially in
harmony with the anniversary time. The
choir began the days services with a
special musical program. The pastor, Rev.
DR.. M. II. Bixby, after prayer, referred tn
the growth and development OF the
church. His sermons text was from
Isaiah xLIII, ~. and his subject was The
Witnessing Church." lie said everything
in nature is witness OF God, and the
church was the greatest witness.
The Sunday School service at 2:45 O'Clock
sno the Christian Endeavor Society meet
ing at 6 O'Clock had some anniversary sig
nitication, but the principal service in
celebration was held in the evening at
O'clock when the Sunday School anntver-
ssry was impressively observed. Mr.J. j.
Mcdonald of Boston, sang solos and helped
ably. Superintendent III. .E. Maine presided
anu spoke CT the good work that has been
accomplished by this Sunday School.
superintendent Calder OF the Broadway
Baptist Sunday School spoke OF the power
welded by the Sunday School and iis
social influence. ii. Howard Pepper, super
intendent OF the Jackson Avenue Sunday
School, referred 10 the pleasant fact that
II was also the ell hth anniversary OF the
beginning of the work of the Jackson
avenue school. A. B. McCrillis spok ks oi
Sunday school work and workers.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-01-11
Changed Their Pleas.

Charles KeeRan and Frank Keegan,
who were jointy indicted for keeping
and msintaining . common nuisance in
this city by the last grand jury, and
VINO had formerly pleaded not guilty, to-
day by direction OF their counsel, Robert
w. Burbank In Judge Wilbur's court, re-
tractcd their former plea and pleaded
nolo contendere. Assistant Attorney
General Henry J. Dubois asked tnst SEN
tence be deferred and the court granted
the request.