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Blackfoot news. (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1891-1902, 1898-07-16
Advertised Letters.

The following list Of letters remain
ing in the postoffice at Blackfoot, Idaho,
July llth, 1898, which, II not called for
In two weeks, will be sent to the Dead
Letter office. Parties calling for the
same will please say advertised.
Mortensen, Mr.. Alonza
Bellinger, Miss Ella
Fisher, Mrs. w.
c. B. WHEELER. P. NJ.
Blackfoot news. (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1891-1902, 1898-07-16
Notice TO Stockholders.

Notice is hereby given that meet
Ing of the stockholders Of West Branch
Canal Company will be held in the
school house at Basalt, Idaho, on Sat
uryiay, July 23d, 1898, at o'clock p. m
CHARLES CRIDDLE, Secretary.
Basalt, Idaho, July 4th, 1893.
Blackfoot news. (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1891-1902, 1898-07-16
Idaho Placcrs Sid.

BOISE, IDA, July ll.-Gencral George
H. Roberts representing Philadelphis
capitalists, has purchased the Bedrock
nume enterprise at Warrens, one Of the
biggest mining propositions in the
state. A large amount Of money will
be invested. Governor Steunenberg
was among the owners Of the property.
Blackfoot news. (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1891-1902, 1898-07-16
Notice fer Publication.
tDesert Land, Final Proof.l
United ststee Land otficc,

Notice is hereby given that Edna NJ. s, Rich,
of Rich, Bingham County. Idaho, has filed
notice OF intention In make proof on her Des'
ert.i.and Claim No, 1870, for the Es SWk, Lots
4, s and g. Sec. 81, Twp. :. X. n r.. and Un-
survey part Sec. 0, Twp. 4 :. X ~ f., before
the Register and Receiver at Backfoot, Idaho,
on Monday, the ssnd, day OF August, 1895,
She names the following witnesses TO prove
the complete irrigation and reclamation OF
said land:
samuel ]. Rich, Charles NJ. Merrell Lorenzo
Martin, Iandon ]. Rich, all OF Bintsm County
Idaho.
LORENZO r, THOMAS, Register.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
SAMPSON, VA.

! Feb 2Sth.-Mrs. Lizzie Weast, of Harris
ton, is very i'll with consumption, and hel
recovery is not expected The family have
the sympathy of large circle OF friends.
Mrs. Sarah Clayter, who has not been
we'll for some time, is now improving.
The citizens of near Freidens in Rocking
ham county, were greatly shocked on Tues
day morning last at the announcement of
fhe unexpected death of Mrs. Adeline Wise
at the home of her husband near Freidens
church. She was about g. years of age, and
had lived on the same farm all her life.
Her sickness was so brief that but few knew
OF it before her death occurred. Her death
was due to an affection Of the heart which
developed so rapidly that nothing could be
done to relieve her. The funeral services
were held at Freidens church on Thursday
attended by a large number of relatives and
friends. She was the aunt of Mr.. W ID.
Huffman of Sampson. She leaves hus-
band and two daughters, besides large
number Of kindred, both in Rockingham
and Augusta counties.
Mr.. David Zirkle came near loosing his
house one night last week by fire. The
family retired leaving fire on the hearth.
Some time in the night Mr. Zirkle awake
finding the rooms full of smoke and the car
pet aud floor on fire, by some extraordinary
quick work the fife was put out but not un-
til the floor was considerably burned.
Jerry Veny loaned his horse to Ad. Oar
Gus. Darcus hitched the horse to sled to
draT wood ;yhpn mn linn m a hill! tha ho rsa
dropped dead. 1t is said the horse bursted
a blood vessel. If Jerry ever gets another
horse he will never loan him again.
II. q. Huffman & Co. are negotiating for
piece of land on which they intend build
ing another warehouse.
Mrs. Mary Humphrey had turkey roast
yesterday to which number of friends
were invited. All report pleasant time.
W. J. Ii.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Pocanontas Items.

Mrs. Lyon, of Glover Lick, is suffering
from spinal trouble.
Capt. A. NJ. Edgar went last week to the
Hot Springs, Va, where he expects to meet
with DR.. Mcclure. of Richmond.
Died: At her home near Travellers Re
pose, Mrs. James S. Burner, in the 23d year
of her age. She was Miss Cutlip, of Nicho-
as county.
Died: At his home on Back Allegheny,
Samuel Grogg, aged about % years. On the
18th ult., an infant child of Mr. John A.
Sheets.-On the 18th ult., child 10 months
old of Mr. William Shrader, of near Frost.
Andrew McAlpin recently caught two
eagles in steel traps. and kept them alive
The largest measured seven feet and one
inch. Mrs. j. g. Gay also caught two large
eagles, the bait being the carcass of a sheep
Died: At his home at Walker, Vernon
county, Missouri. January 10. 1898, q. Wash
ington Poage, aged about 83 years. He was
son of the late George W. Poage, of the
Levels. About 81 years ago he moved to
Missouri from Beaver Greek, near Hunters
VILE His wife was Miss Cornelia Hinch
man, of Monroe county.
Sunday evening of last week, number CT
people had gathered for preaching at the
upper church On Swago, Bill Hefuer arrived
drunk and disorderly. lie tried to pick a
fuss with Howard Kellison, who went home.
Bill then let off some steam by firing his
revolver several times. Later he was still
hun II. I'd ha No ~ R.rp
had fight in which B.ii's head was cut
open.
Harvey Maupin was killed, while at woik
in the woods about mile from -larliptOn
Tuesday evening, 22nd ult., about o'clock.
He was engaged in getting out rail-cuts.
The ground was very steep and frozen hard.
The logs has been cut and we're being slid
down the hill. A small chestnut lay across
and two large red oaks end on had caught
on it. He went to the lower end and began
loosening mp the logs as they lay. When
the logs started he was thrown down by his
canthook directly in front of one of the
large logs. He was borne back in sitting
position for fifty yards down the mountain.
At the bottom the logs went clear and he
was found lying apart from them. He was
conscious and remained so until he passed
away. His Injuries consisted of badly
mashed left leg. broken arm. bruise in
the side, and other bruises and hurts on diff
ferent portions Of his body. He was 26
years old, and leaves wife and child.
He was man of most exemplary character
and sincere and consistent Christian.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
The Knights Of Honor.

The Grand Lodge Knights of honor of the
state of Virginia met in annual session at
o'clock Tuesday afternoon in the Valz
building. There were from 80 to 60 repre-
sentatiyes OF the order from all parts Of the
state present. ID. S. Biggs, supreme assist
ant dictator, aud editor Of the knights of
Honor Reporter of Boston, ssaehusetts
was present and delivered an interesting adj
dress.
The Grand officers are w. j. HUBBARD. Bed
ford City, P. q. d.; George l.. Currle, Rich
mond, &. D.; w. S. Holland, Horntown, V.
q D.; E w. Wilson, Smithfeld, A e. D.;
Rev II. NJ. Hope. Richmond, 6. e.; VIM.
Ii Baltic, Danville, G. R.. NJ. F. Hudnall,
Richmond. e. T; j. II. Redwood, Della
plane, u. e.; George s. Barnes, Portsmouth,
6. Guardian; J. II. Winston, Bristol, q.
Sentinel; John Maxwell, Richmond, Isaac
HirSh, fredericksburg, and II. Hodges,
Norfolk, q. Trustees r. r. Prcntls, Suf
folk, James r. Lamkin, Richmond, Su-
preme Representative.
They are fine looking and intelligent
body of men, and their movements indicate
that they are here for business.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
How Mr. Jas. y. Austin was Killed.

The Greenbrier Independent gives the fol-
lowing account of the manner in which Mr..
JAS. A. Austin. son of DR.. Z. N. Austin,
met his death, mention of which We pub
lished last week. He was a civil engineer
engaged in the construction of short line
railway. for New York corporation, out
into the pine forests of that State. On the
morning of the 18th he was going to his work
with force of hands and lot of rails
loaded on several flats, which was being
pushed by an engine. A dense fog prevail
ed-greatly obscuring the view. Suddenly
the tain ran over a COW and several Of the
flats were derailed, throwing Mr.. Anstin
off into ditch, in which the water was
about a foot deep. He was caught in this
ditch by the car so that he could not move
and was strangled to death in the water.
There was no mutilation of his body, which
was sent to jacksonville, carefully en-
balmed and then sent to his wife at Black
shear, Southern Georgia, There Mr.. Austin
lived. dis re ins were inferred il Lewis
burg.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
New Gas Plant.

The City Council en- last Tuesday night
granted franchise to the Electric Street
Company or persons connected with it to
erect and operate gas plant in this city.
There are number of riders to the bill, but
it is believed that they will be acceded
to by the new company and the plant will
be erected. If this occurs gas will be fur
nished to consumers at 81 90 per thousand
feet, whereas we now pay $500. In many
places like Philadelphia gas costs only Il
cents per thousand feet. and 81 50 in ali
conscience will be enough, though we have
struggled along with $500 gas for long
time. Before the electric lights began to be
put in people paid 50 80. and at one time in
the dim past it was as high as $500. The
old gas company is noted for never having
lost any money.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Mr.. Hanger Hurt.

mes S. Hanger. gentleman who lives
> Spring Hill road out about seven
from Staunton, met with serious &C
Monday morning. He was in one
, buggy coming into town. Just before
liag the juneture Of Lewis street and
avenue the horse ran and turn
ddeniy into Lewis street throwing Mr..
. out. His head struck the curbing
two gashes IN his head through the
ne about four inches long and a
enc. At the time he did not seem to
much shocked, but the after effects
ove serious. lie was taken to sur
bffice, who stitched up his wounds,
was then taken home.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
STEELE,S TAEERN. w

Feb. 22nd.-Miss Mary Alberta Parker,
daughter of John A. Parker. Esq, of Rap
hine, died at ner home. Sunday evening,
aged 25 years. She was the victim of con-
sumption. and her long. distressing Illness
drew out the sympathy of many friends Of
the family. Her mortal remains were laid
to rest in Mt. Carmel cemetery yesterday
afternoon, large congregation attending
the services, which were conducted by the
Rev. A. II. Hamilton, her pastor, assisted
by the Rev. j. W. Canter of the Methodist
E. Church South. The following were
pall-bearers: Messrs. D. E. East, George E.
Wade, Rob't FarIar, Chas A. Houff, VIM.
S. Brown and j. W. Berry.
Mr.. John H. Rush. who was seriously
hurt by fall about a month ago, is doing
we'll at this time.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Household Gods,

The ancient Greeks believed thai the Pen
ates were the gods who attended to the vel
fare and prosperity of the family. They
were worshiped as household gods in every
home. The household god of today is DR..
Kings New Discovery FIR consumption,
coughs, colds, and for all affections OF Throat,
Chest and Lungs it is Invaluable. 1t has beer
tried for quarter of a century and is guar
anteed to cure, or money returned, No house
hold should be without this good angel. L
is pleasant to take and a safe and sure rene
dy for old and young. Free trial bottle at B
F. Hughes Drug Store. Regular size 50t
and S1.00.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Stauntnn at LynchkuYg.

Tie Staunton Y NJ. q. A. delegation has
returned from the Lynchburg convention,
delegates with every things they saw and
heard and especially enthusiastic over the
treatment they received at the profitable
houses of the Hill City.
Messrs. J: A. Alexander and e. A. Over
drof, the president and secretaryiSf. the con-
vention were entertained at R. Z. SCOTS.
Messrs. Jno. H. Whtmer. j. S. Hender-
son at Mrs Isbell's; M. F. Pilson at VIM.
Kinner's e. T. PiIson and j. a. Fanver.
Jr.. at II. Victor's; q. w. Pilson and II. G.
Shoner at the Hotel National and Capt T.
G. Morton at Capt. Chas. NJ. Blackford's.
| The Lynchburg News gives full and in
teresting report Of the convention proceed
| ings and was complimented are the floor
| for its accurate reports. Referring to the
concert given by the young ladies of the Ran
dolp- Macon Woman's College, it says: The
experience of the delegates In their visit to
the college was of most delightful char
acter, and everyone of them declared that 1t
was an occasion that he would long remem-
Der. The beautiful music of the young
ladies was greeted in most enthusiastic
manner, by both others and college yells,
and at the conclusion, that genial resident
OF Staunton. Captain T. Z. Morton, in a
| most happy and appropriate manner, pro-
| posed vote of thanks which was carried
by storm Of ayes. Chancellor w. W..
Smith made suitable response. And in
the report of the services held on Monday
In the various churches. it says: At Cabell
Street Baptist church, notwithstanding the
inclement weather. there was quite large
congregation to hear MIR. Geo. A. Overdorf.
general secretary of Staunton, who gave a
most excellent talk, the theme of which
was soul winning. and the joys of salvation.
The chief thought was that no Christian
could be soul winner without the joy of
salvation in his head, using as text the
10Th and 18th verses of Psalm 81
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
County Court.

The February term OF the County Cour
commenced Monday. and the following
, business has been done:
The will of John SchutterIe was admit
ted to probate with John Schutterle, Jr., al
executor. The estate passing by the will il
estimated at $4,000.
David s. Sheets qualified as administrator
of the estate of Daniel Fishburne.
H. b. Hancock and John B. Smith quail
fed as nOtaries public.
John 7. Harper was appointed guardian
of Geo. A. and Marian Harper.
Geo. l.. Clemmer was appointed guardian
of Florence o. Miller Charles A. Clemmei
and Harry E. Clemmer.
John s. Denton was appointed constable
of Beverly Manor district for the unexpired
term caused by the resignation of John D.
Rodgers.
Justice J. 3. Hunter reported and paid
into court a fine OF 81 80 imposed upon Il.
S. Marshall for contempt and resisting an
officer.
The estates of Joseph Webb and John
Baker were committed to the sheriff for ad-
ministration.
| Catherine A. Brew was appointed oom-
,nittee for Chas. Calvin.
John w. Montgomery was appointed a
Justice Of the Peace for Pastures District
in place Of John S Guy deceased.
John jackson who was tried on Tuesday
for burning the barn of Chas. D. Crawford
near Mt. Meridian, was found guilty and
sentenced to ten years in the peniteutiary.
The case Of Albert Bush for housebreak-
ms with an attempt to commit rape is set
for Friday.
The case of Joseph Smith for assault will
be called Saturday.
On Monday the motion, appeal and road
dockets will be called. Many of which
have bean standing for years.
GRAND JURY.
The Grand Jury found the following in
dictments:
Commonwealth VS.. Robert N. Frenger,
for the murder of E. A. Merritt near Green
ville The case is set for trial on Tuesday
next.
Commonwealth VS.. John Jackson for ma
liciously burning the barn of Chas. Craw-
ford with the contents therein.
Commonwealth VS.. George Golding alias
"Buck" Golding, housebrea king with in
tent to commit rape, with count for previ-
Gus conviction and sentence to penitentiary
in the United States.
Commonwealth VS.. Albert Bush for house
breaking with intent to commit rape.
Commonwealth VS.. George Golding and
Albert Bush for HOUSEKEEPING with intent
to commit rape.
Commonwealth VS.. John w. Craig for
malicious manning with count of unlawful
manning.
Common wealth VS.. Walker Burden or
Burton, for attempt to commit murder.
Commonwealth VS.. John Wagner fer VIC
lating the license laws. A true bill.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
A Gard of Thanks.
RAPH1NE. VA. Feb. 22nd. 1se

RAPHINE. VA, Feb. 22nd, 1898.
Editor Of SPECTATOR and INDICATOR:
Staunton, Va.
Dear Sir.-We desire to express through
the columns of your paper, our grateful
thanks to the citizens Of Raphine and vicin'
ity for their kindness to our dear daughter
Berthe, during her last long and painful
sickness and for their sympathizing efforts
to relieve and mitigate our sorrows during
our recent sad affection. We only pray
that when these dear kind friends and
neighbors are afflicted that a Kind Provi.
dence may deal with them as they have
dealt with US in this hour of our sorrowful
affection. Respectfully,
MARTHA j. PARKER,
JOHN A. PARKER
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Book N office.

One of the best school books for Virginia
children that has appeared is ''Stories from
Virginia History" written by Mary Tucker
Magill, and published by the J. P. Bell
Co. of Lynch5urg. 1t is Introductory to the
study of the history Of Virginia, and is
written in such attractive style that the
child who reads it cannot help but want to
pursue the subject and go further into the
history of its State. We have read the book
with interest, and few grown persons who
take it up will put it down till the end is
reached. The type is handsome, the paper
and binding the best and the illustrations
very taking, especially with childred.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Death OF Mrs. Guthrie,

Mrs COrnelia, widow of the late George
liam Guthrie in Fishersville. at o'clock
Sunday night, aged 50 years. Her death was
caused from old age, she having been quite
feeble for several months. The end came
peacefully and painlessly as though she had
fallen into sweet sleep. The funeral and
burial took place Monday afternoon at 8
O'Clock at Thinking Spring church. of which
Mrs. Guthrie had been for over 40 years a
member, although in late years she had
been unable to attend services there ON &C.
count of feebleness.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Shake Into Your shoes.

Aliens Foot-Ease, powder for the feet
1t cures painful. swollen, smarting feet ant
instantly takes the sting out of corns and
bunionsA It's the greatest comfort discov-
cry of the age. Aliens Foot Ease make;
tight fitting or new shoes feet easy. 1t is a
certain cure for sweating, calleous and hot,
tired, aching feet. Try it to day. Sold by
all druggists and shoe stores. By mail for
25c. in stamps. Trial package FREE. Ad-
dress. Allen S. Olmsted, LIE Roy. n. Y.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Death Of NJ. p. Sites.

On last Saturday, 26th ult, at his home
near Sangersville, MI W. P. Sites departed
this life, after a lingering illness which had
confined him to his house for many months.
Last fall he went to Baltimore to consult
eminent physicians about his health but
would not submit to an operation. He was
man highly esteemed. On Sunday he was
buried at Messy Creek church in the pres
ence of a large number of friends and neigh
bors, the Rev. l.. Il, Paul officiating.
j. Y. M.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Something to Know.

1t may be worth something to know that
the very best medicine for restoring the tired
out nervous system to healthy vigor is
Electric Bitters. This medicine is purely
vegetable, acts by giving tone to the nerve
centres in the stomach gently stimulates the
Liver and Kidneys, and aids these organs in
throwing off impurities in the blood. Elec-
eric Bitters improves the appetite, aids diges-
ton, and is pronounced by those who have
tried it as the very best blood purifier and
nerve tonic. Try it. Sold for SOC or S1.00 per
bottle at B. F. Hughes Drug Store.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03

" StauntOn, Va, Feb. 9th, 1898.
John T. Shields Admir-, &C.,
VS.. In Chancery.
John 7. Shields Infants.
All parties interested in the above entitled
cause pending In chancery in the circuit court
of Augusta county, Take Notice. that |. pur-
Suant to decree entered in said cause on the
9th day of November, 1897, shall at my office
in the city of StauntOn, Va, On
Saturday, the 18th day of March, 1898,
proceed to take, state, settle and report;
First-An account of the transactions of the
plaintiff. S. Maggie Shields, as administrator
of John Il. Shields, decd.
Second-What real estate was left by said
interstate, its location, probable value and the
state OF the title of each parcel or tract, and
in this connection the undersigned commits
siOner VIII ascertain what incumbrances if
any, were resting On these lands at the death
of the inteState.
Third-All the debts and liabilities of said
John t. Shields, their dignities and priorities
and the order in which they should be paid
Fourth-Any other matter or thing which
| may deem pertinent and calculated to en-
able the court to reach right conclusions in
the premises and to provide properly for the
settlement and winding up of the estate of
| the said intestate; or which any party in
interest may require to be reported in order
to the accomplishment of the end stated.
j. M. QUARLES,
Com. in Ch'y. of Cir. Ct. of
feb IL At Augusta Co.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03

Notice appeared some days ago that two
school boys had been killed near Covington
on their way to school. One of the boys
Everett johnson was killed outright, but
his companion Dudley Gillian Is recovering
though he was badly hurt.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Peter ID. Yeager. of Travellers

Peter d. Yeager, of Travellers Repose,
Pocahontas county, and his son-in-law,
Chas. Pritchard were in Staunton on Friday
night on their way to Johns Hopkins Hos
pital, Baltimore, where Mr.. Yeager has gone
for treatment of his arm which was broken
some time ago. He fears gapgrene has set
in and that an amputation may be neces-
sary.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
BuckIen'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
by B, F. Hughes.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
STANTON SPECTATOR MND vINDICAToR.

Excursions to Washington, D. C. Via Ches
and Ohio Ry. Feb. 18th, March 18th,
April 18th, and May 18th.
The Ches. and Ohio Ry will run excur-
sions to Washington on the above dates, at
S5.75 for the round trip. Tickets on sale for
trains Nos. and of those dates leaving
Staunton at 2:07 a. m. and 11:O6 a. M, good
to return on any train within ten days.
Tickets are good going only on dates and
trains mentioned. For further information
call on or address. JAMES KER, Jr.,
P. G. II. A., G. s. o. Ry.,
Staunton, Va.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-03-03
Death OF Miss Alice Young.

IS Alice II. Young, niece Of Jacob A.
yer Of this city, and for long time a
Der of his family, died last week at
in. Texas, where she was teaching in a
ige. The cause of her death was dengue
7. Miss Young was an accomplished
g lacy of very sweet disposition, with
warm friends.