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Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Steele's Tavern's Social Event.

S5eele's Tavern, Nov. 26.-The SophO
Club met at the residence of Rev. All.
Hamilton yesterday evening, where they
were shown the hospitality for which
| Virginians are famous. After remov-
lug their hats and wraps the young men
fingered to discuss the football game of
the previous Monday between w. L. U.
and V. II. S, and after deciding that
| the best playing was done by Mr.. c. P.
Mcclure and Jim Lilly they adjourned
to the parlOr where they we're met by
the kind hostess. MI G. w. McCor-
mick, the president, called the meeting
to order. The minutes of the previous
meeting were read and approved, and
after discussing some minor matters
the business meeting closed. Tho ladies
with escorts were invited to a supper
table, where light refreshment were
served in grand sty lie, and it is needless
to say, that the young people did JUS
lice to the refreshments served. After
supper the guests adjourned to the par
lOr where the remainder of the evening
was spt in playing games. making
love, ETC., and several select solos were
rendered Miss Mamie Smith, and read
ing by Mrs. Hamilton.
Below is the order in which they were
seen while at the supper-table:
Prof Hairston with Miss Sallie Ham,
ilton; Prof. Mason with Miss Minnie
Giles; E. Wayland with Miss Willie
Ryan; Harry Hamilton with Miss Lii
liam Rawlings; William Lilly with Miss
Lille Smith; F. R. Lilly with Miss
Blanche Carson; R. Wilson with Miss
Josie Ogilvis; Harold McCormick with
Miss Mammie Smith; J. McFaden with
Miss Julia Wilson; G. P. Mcclure with
Miss Julia Hill, John Mccormick and
Miss Bessie Glasco; Sydner Wilson and
Miss Matte Bell; w. H. Palmer with
Miss A. Hamilton; Harry Bell with Miss
Sallie Templeton.
Professors Houston and Mason were
admitted as members of the Club, but
failed to make speeches.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
STONEWALL JACKSON CAMP

At the meeting of Stonewall Jackson
Camp Monday night, Commander Opi'
in the chair, communication from
Rev. DR.. Finley was received accepting
an invitation to deliver a public address
before the camp on the occasion of the
proposed memorial exercises to be held
in memory of the sixteen comrades who
have passed over the river since the or
ganiZation of the camp. Besides the
address there will be appropriate music
recltations and brief eulogies by com
rades of the deceased ones who KIN W OF
served with them.
The occasion will be a sad but inter
esting one to the veterans, their friends
and the public. who will be expected.
The time fixed is Tuesday night, De
cember IL. The names of the deceased
comrades are: ThOs. A. Bledsoe, E. &.
M. Grciner, W. H. Weller, j. W. Sprin-
kle, Major J. W. Newton, G. o. Roller,
C. W. Oltmans, Capt. James Ker. 1t.
s. It. Mccullough, Gen. John Echols,
M. E. Miller, Geo. W. May, Capt. r..
II. Catlett, Col. J. H. Skinner, Capt. F.
B Berkeley, and DR.. J. st. P. Gibson.
| A committee of arrangement was
appointed consisting of Comrades 7. c.
i Morton, S. D. Timberlake and Garter
| Berkeley.
On motion a committee upon which
| Major Jed Hotchkiss should be placed.
was instructed to try to secure for the
usual January 10 address, DR.. Hunter
Mcclure, with the request that he de-
liver his famous lecture en- Stonewall
Jackson. The commander named on
the committee, Comrades Hotchkiss
and Morton.
Steps were proposed for the holding
Of a bazaar Or fair during the winter.
After considerable discussion it was
decided to invite the Daughters of the
Confederacy Chapter of this city to take
charge of the affair, and the time fixed
for the third week in January, so as to
include the 10Th, General Lees birth
day.
A committee consisting of Comrades
Berkeley, Ransom, Morton, McIlhany
and Fultz was appointed to make the
necessary arrangements and by vote of
the camp Commander Opie was added
to the committee.
The camp then INDUCED in reminis-
cences. Capt. Fultz told of the action
of his battery near the bloody angle at
Spottsylvania' DIR. Berkeley described
an incident at Mt. Jackson, where one
OF his guns, with men and horses, ford
ed the swollen river under fire, and Com
rade Undertake told of the daring
charge of his cavalry troop at the Will
derness.
The camp then adjourned to meet on
December q, when officers will be NOM
mated for the ensuing year, and the bat
tie of Kernstown will be discussed with
from those present who
were there.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01

Snyder, Nov. 29.-Monday we had
our first skate for the season.
A number of people attended court
the 2Sth.
Rev. Jas. Graham and family, who
has been visiting Rev. J. E. Booker dur
ing the past summer, went to Winches-
ter last week.
Mr.. j. W. Crltcher, drummer for u
Indiana Buggy Company, returned
from western trip to Mr.. H. L. Will.
sons, where he and family are spend.
ing a vacation.
Some of our young people are attend.
ing the protracted meeting held at
Wet View.
Mrs. j, E. Booker spent Monday in
the city.
Homer GTeaver, of Stanton, was in
the country hunting this week.
There was ho preaching at Hebron
Sunday. Mr. Booker has not returned
from Synod yet.
/ A small boy came in the stora at
| snyder a few 'ays ago and asked ouI
merchant what he was paying for Ar
buckle SIGNATURES
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Millions Given Away.

1t is certainly gratifying to the public to
know of one concern in the land who are not
afraid to be generous to the needy and suffer,
ing. The proprietors of DR.. Kings New Dis,
coYery for Consumption, Coughs and Colds,
have given away over ten million trial bottles
of this great medicine; and have the satisfac-
ton of knowing it has absolutely cured
thousands of hopeless cases. Asthma, Bron-
chitis, Hoarseness and all diseases of the
Throat, Chest and Lungs are surely cured by
it Call on B. F Hughes, Druggist, and get
trial bottle free. Regular size SOC and 81.
Every bottle guaranteed, or price refunded.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Property Transfers.

E. Nj. Gushing & Co., sold Saturday
for T. K. N. Speck, administrator of B.
7. Bagby, the following property:
Storehouse aud dwelling on Augusta
street at the corner of Frederick street
to A. F. Robertson. Price, $1,000.
The three-story brick building adjoin-
ing the public school on West Main
street, to A. M. CARRIER. Price, $4,000.
Lot No. s, in Bagby's addition, to A.
M. Keister, for $95.
Vacant lot on Greenville avenue ad-
joining Lckliter, to Clark g. Brew.
Price, S100
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Mail Delivery in Waynesbseo.

The carriers as announced for the
new free delivery mail service which
begins in sWaynesborO December 1st,
are Prof. j. Howard Kadel, Prof. G.. H
Kuhn and Rev. H. M. Slower. 1t is
singular that two of the appointees
should be school teachers, and the 9th
er prominent young minister of the
German Baptist faith. John Frantz is
substitute carrier.-CharlOtte Pro-
gress.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
A Clever Trick,

1t certainly looks like it, but there is really
no trick about it. Anybody can try it who
has Lame Back and Weak Kidneys Malaria
or nervous troubles. We mean he can cure
himself right away by taking Electric Bitters
This medicine tones up the whole system, acts
as stimulant to Liver and Kidneys is q
blood purifier and nerve tonic. 1t cures
Constipation, Headache Painting Spells,
Sleeplessness and Melancholy. 1t is purely
vegetable, a mild laxative, and restores the
system to its natural vigor' Try Electric Bit
tiers and be convinced that they are miracle
worker. Every bottle guaranteed. Only SOC
a bottle at B. T. Hughes Drug Store.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
County Court Day.

Monday was county courtday, ant
a large crowd was present. The wealth
err permitted of little work at home, 81
many came to court The horse mark
ct was not brisk but some changed
hands, the principle interest centerei
in the cattle, OF which some two Oh
three hundred head were here for salt
from Eastern Virginia They were or
an average with eastern cattle generally
and a good many were told. Some, how
ever, were left over and were driven in
the country to be disposed of later.
If some of our enterprising wagon
yard people could arrange small pens
where cattle could be shown, at conve
nient points. the sale of them would be
facilitated and the owners of the pens
reap profit. and Stanton would be
come real stock market.
This being the last conrtday before
Christmas lively trade was done by
some of our merchants. The crowd was
very orderly, and much business of GER
tain kinds was done.
COURT PROCEEDINGS.
In the court presided over by Judge
Lyman Chalkley, the following bust
ness was disposed of :
Administration was granted to Rich
ard Washington upon the estate of Har-
vey Washington.
Administration was granted to Isaac
Keister upon the estate of Samuel
Kline.
Administration was granted Isaac
Keister upon the estate of Mrs. Sally
Kline.
Administration was granted to A. r..
Gilkeson upon the estate of Rudolph +.
McGlammery.
The will of John Hanger was admit
ted to probate with Sally Hanger as ex-
ecutrix.
The will of DR.. VIM. w. Cropp was
admitted to probate with Mrs. Isabel
Crop Administrative with the will an
nexed.
An authenticated copy of the will of
Mrs. Sarah A. Tannehill was admitted
to record.
3. g. Conner was appointed guardian
of his infant children, viz: Ada A., Hal
ler H.. Minnie P, Ula G., Ressa d. and
Godfrey G. Coiner.
The petition of James M. Harris and
others for foot bridge at Marble Dale
was referred to road board.
The following fines were paid into
court: Neff Crickenba:ger, Morfatt LAT
ferty and Walter Craig 81 each for as
sault and Homer Price 81 for swearing.
Imposed by Justice N. L. Schreckhise.
E. F. Vines $50 carrying concealed
weapon. E. F. Vines SIS for swearing
Imposed by Justice J. B. Hunter. H.
H. Blount So for misdemeAnor. I'm
posed by Justice j. W. Churchman.
On account of Circuit Court being
in session the county court sat in
the room over the courty clerk S Office.
There will be session of the! court to.
day.
In the county court Tuesday R. Ran
dolph Fauntleroy qualified to practice
law.
The estate of J. Wesley Smith was
to the Sheriff for admin
stration.
Justice s. L. Alexander reported and
paid into court 81, imposed upon Jas.
Williams for misdemeanOr. This end
ed the business of the term and court
adjourned until December
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Death of an Estimable Colored Woman.

Martha Jackson, most respected COL
ored woman, died suddenly On Sunday
evening at Folly. the residence of Mr..
Joseph s. Cochran, near this city, about
5 o clock. She was milking at the time
and for while it was thought she had
been kicked by the COW and killed, but
the physicians could fnd no bruises Of
any kind. Several days before she had
complained of dizziness, and on Friday
whilst in Staunton said she was strlck
en- blind, but at the time of her death
had recovered the sight of one eye. 1t
is believed she died of heart disease.
/ She had been living at Folly for about
eight years. She leaves large family.
Several of her daughters live in this
city; one at The Hotel Frederick and
another at the residence of Mrs. Hill
leary.
The Democrats claim q majority OF
three on joint ballot in thu West Vir.
/ Oinio Torioloturo
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Death of Miss Paxton.

Miss Liza Paxton died very suddenly
at her home in this city Tuesday after
an Illness of several weeks. While the
deceased bad been ill for the length of
tune named, Ter condition was not
deemed critical ana it was only a few
hours before her death that she was
really ill. She was related to the Fax.
tons of Rockhridge county.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
BuCklen'S Arnica SaIve,

The Best Salve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers. Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains,
Corns, and all Skin Eruptions, and positively
cures Piles, or no pay required. 1t is guaran.
teed to give perfect satisfaction or money
refunded. Price 25 cents per box. For sale
B. F. Hughes.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Among Our Exchanges.

Clifton Forge Review
Capt. H. M. McIlhany, of Staunton,
was here Tuesday locking after lumber
interests at Iron Gate.
Mr.. VIM. B. McChesney, of Staunton,
an Insurance man of that city, was
here this week.
On the 18th of December, the people
of New Castle will decide whether or
not the town shall continue dry.
We are glad to note that interest in
the proposed COrnet Band for Clifton
Forge is being revived and wish the
promoters all success. A good hand
would benefit our town and emily en-
things generally
Ben Thomas, an engineer On the main
line, whose run was between here and
Charlottesville happened to very pain
full accident a few days ago by the ex-
ploson of some part of the machinery
of the engine. He is in the Hospital re-
ceiying treatment. His leg was severe
ly cut by glass that was blown into it.
Waynesboro Herald:
E. NJ. Taylor, of Stanton, was in the
city Tuesday calling on friends.
Miss Eta Rapp, of Stanton, was the
guest of Mrs. A. A. Cone Tuesday.
Lawyer H. H. Blease, of Staunton,
was in the city on business Wednesday.
Miss Annie Myers has returned from
an extended visit to friends in Staunton.
Frank Asst has returned to Staunton,
after a weeks visit to Joe Coyner at
Central Point.
Rev. and Mrs. E. C. Cronk returned
Tuesday from trip to Richmond,
where Mr.. Cronk preached Sunday.
Rev. Mr.. Prettyman, of Stanton, is
conducting a protracted meeting at
Fishersville in which great deal of in
terest is manifested.
Pocahontas Times:
The father of the late s. E. L. Crews
who died from exposure in Cheat Noun
tain, will arrive at MingO this week.
Captain E. A. Smith has gone to
Williams River to engage in lumber op-
erations with W. McClintic.
Died at her home in Frost, Novem-
Der 10th, Miss Lucy Curry, eldest daugh-
ter of Mr.. and Mrs. Arson Curry. Her
illness was typhoid fever of malig-
type.
Married: Scott Darnell and Miss Min
ME Ray, eldest daughter of Marion
Ray.
w. II. Collint, ST., was FRUSTRATED by
sudden and severe attack of neuralgia
last week while at work and had to be
assisted to his room.
George Pennington, who is waiting
in Jail for his trial for stealing W. B.
Freeman's horse, has been identified as
coming from Tucker county.I
R. 3. Kerr sold 81, 800 worth of cattle
His two year Odds averaged ,175 pounds
also lot of lambs to the amount of
several hundred dollars.
E. NJ. Arbogast Was hare last week.
He has 40 cattle on the place he recent.
ly purchased of G. G. Burner. He has
bought the hay on the place.
p. III. Warwick has gone for the re.
mains Of his son who died about two
years ago in Webster County. He will
be reinterred at the Warwick grave
yard near Green Bank.
Captain Joseph E. Willard has resign
ed from the staff of the executive to ac
cept an appointment from the presiden
as quar- termaster of volunteers with In,
rank of captain. He will go with tn,
Seventh army corps to Cuba. Captain
Willard had planned trip to Europe
which he will have to give up. He il
the richest man in Virginia being
worth $4,000 or $4,000, 900.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01

The Pittsburg Dispatch says it has
reliable authority for stating that the
Great Northern Railway Company has
placed contracts with West Virginia
coal operators for 500, 0C0 tons of coal at
$1.25, delivered at Sandusky, through
out 1899.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01

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 a persons time has
expired.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01

1t is stated that Frank N. Slayton,
who has been exploiting in New Haven,
Conn is the nephew of the wife of a
Confederate brigadier-general and fig
ured in the Richmond criminal court.
but was sent to an insane asylum.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
The Goose Bone.

The goose bone this year is said to be
broad and white, which shows in a gen.
eral way that the winter will be long
and snowy. The keel has sharp curve,
with several wavy prominences, which
are taken to indicate particular storms
and hard weather. There is a peculiar
absence of rain spots. The first heavy
snow will come about November rs
Saturday was the 26th), and will lie
long on the ground, and will have a big
December snow on it before it is gone.
Just before Christmas there will be an
other great snow storm with intense
cold weather following about the last of
the year. About January 10 will occur
the coolest weather of the winter.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Double Daily Service to and from Aiken
S. C.--Southern Railway.

Tbs Southern Railway announces,
effective November 6, 1898, double daily
service between New York, Philadel-
phia, Baltimore and Washington and
Aiken, S. G. Pullman sleeping cars and
day coaches; also dining Car service in
both directions on both trains. Trains
leave Washington Ills a, M, and 1915
p. m. Similar service to Augusta, Ga.
Winter Tourists tick cts now On sale.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Circuit Court.

The circuit court commenced again
Monday, having convened over from
last Wednesday On account of Thanks
giving. Judge Letcher came up on the
early morning train.
The first business taken up was that
of the case of G. b. Lohr VS.. the Valley
railroad. The case was argued and sub
mitted last Wednesday and the jury ad-
joruned over. Yesterday morning the
jury reported its inability to agree and
they were discharged. 1t is said they
stood six for the plaintiff and one for
| the defendant.
The last will and testament OF Pat
| rick Finn and also of Hanora Finn were
| admitted to probate. Michael McAlcer
qualified as executor for the former
The two estates are valued at $500
The appraisers named in the case of
Patrick Finn are John W. Doom,
James U'Brien, Earman Black and w.
A. Burnett.
The last will and testament OF VIM
Peters was partly proven and continued
for further proof.
Peck, Hammond Co. VS.. A. c. Brax
ton. Suit over a furnace. Verdict for
defendant.
T. J. Hiner, VIM. NJ. Hogshead and
A. Il. Gilkeson were appointed trustees
of the Union Presbyterion church.
On the petition of John English and
Henry Jones, trustees of the A. NJ. E.
church at Mint Spring, authority was
given J. NJ. Morris, who was appointed
a special commissioner, to sell the
church property at Mint Spring upon
the execution OF a bond in the sum of
5000 before the clerk of the Circuit
court.
Besides the entering Of DEGREES, which
we give below, there was no other bust
ness disposed of except few motions
made by the attorneys in minor mat
tiers.
DEGREES
Summerson's administrator VS.. Sum
merson's heirs. Decree authorizing
Carter B. Hunter to resign as trustee of
Mary H. Hunter and funds to be turned
over to general receiver.
Clark's administrator VS.. the city of
StauntOn. Decree authorizing W. H.
Landes, general receiver, to pay Mrs. J.
E B. Stuart $50 a year the interest on
fund left by Mrs. Slayer.
Firebaugh VS.. Shuey. Decree of re-
ference
VIM. H. Rosenberger VS.. G.. II. Racer,
&c. Decree reinstating cause on docket
and directing payment of portion of
the funds by the general receiver for the
education of one of the infant beneficial
ries
Walton VS.. Hanna. Final decree.
WOnderlick's executor VS.. Wonder.
lick. Decree authorizing the payment
of costs to Joseph B. Woodward and
final.
Geo. H. Miller VS.. Mary Jane Fauver
and others. Final decree.
J. W. Paul VS.. J. w. Byers. Decree
confirming sale.
John H. Crosby's administrator VS..
John H. Crosby's heirs. Decree au.
thorizing sale.
Hepler's committee VS.. Hepler. SC.
Decree directing sale and directing deed
to be made purchaser.
John T. Goodwin VS.. Robert thinner
man and others. Final decree.
Hendren's administrator vs.. Keller
and others, Final decree.
Samuel G. Byers legatees VS.. Samuel
G. Byers executor. Decree of ref erence
James Bumgardner, Jr-, Commiss-
sioner &C., vs. the Staunton Improve
ment Company. Decree of sale.
W. H. Weller's administrator, &C.,
vs. A, B. Arthurs administrator, &C.,
Decree of reference.
Bagby's trustee VS.. Robert Madison.
Decree of sale.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Hides. Leather. Sc.
MISSION MERCHANTS JERSEY CITY, N. J.
NEW YORK Nov %

MISSION MERCHANTS JERSEY CITY, NJ.
New YORK. Nov, %
Total receipts yesterday and today, includ.
ing all local points, were 1929 beeves. 1925
calves, 16,907 sheep and lambs. and 1905
hogs: For the week ending Sunday, last;
10000 beeves, 191 mich cows, 1852 calves
SOB sheep and lambs, 1880 hogs, against
10,7OO beeves, 1876 mich cows, 1875 calves,
40, 95l sheep and lambs. and 26,919 hogs the
week previous.
Shipments from this port the past week
were 2469 beeYes, Is sheep. 4,447 quarters
of beef. against 2713 beeves, 81 sheep, and
$40 quarters the week preceding. Private
cables received today from London and Liver
pool quoted American steers at l0gall1c per
lb. dressed weight American sheep at 9a1O
per 10, dressed weight; American refrigerator
beef at Sc.
Receipts OF beeyes, yesterday and today in
cluded % cars TO be sold, of which "A cars
were at Jersey City. The market opened firm
for steers and shade higher for prime medi
UNI weights. The yards were easily cleared
Fair to choice native steers sold at S475a
$40 Der 100 lbs; bulls at S2.90a3.60; dry COWS
at 20a3 IS 0
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Examiners Report.

Mr.. w. f. Johnston, Examiner Of
Records for the Thirteenth ] udicial cir
cult is in the city. He has closed W
his business for the year. Mi. John
ston has added each year to the list OF
taxable property throughout the coun
ties. Starting in 1895 with 1854, 225 and
ending in 1858 with 81, 221, 1852. Wheth
er this property but for the passage Of
such a law or for the efficiency of the
examiner would have remained off the
tax books we do not know. The follow.
ing is his work in the different coun.
ties and city of Stanton;
1897 1898. 1897. 1898,
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
~ e DOlNC 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, 1898-12-01

In Norfolk county court the jury in
the case of Alexander Tate, colored,
tried tor killing Charles Malone. re-
turned verdict of murder in the first
degree.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Tenth District.

Below we give the official vote of the
Tenth Congressional district as report
ed by the State board of canvassers:
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-12-01
Observation-Disclosures

This paper guarantees a larger
) circulation ia Augusta county
than any Newspaper published.
The subscription list is open TO
inspection.