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Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
Moffatt's Creek News.

Moffatt's Creek, May 5.-Died Sat
urday evening at his home near
BrOwDsburg, Robert H. Buchanan.
The deceased had only been sick one
week. But despite all that medical
skill aud loving hands could do for him
he succumbed to the ravages of that
anan was about 45 years of age, a most
l0vable man, public spirited citizen,
an obliging neighbor, a devoted hus-
band and kind father, in short he pos
sessed all the adjoining characteristics
which make we'll rounded character
and noble man. The deceased is sur
vived by his wife, two sons and one
daughter, which grief strickened ones
have the sympathy of the entire COM
munity in this their sore bereavement.
The funeral services were held at New
Providence church on Sunday after
noon at o'clock and was attended by
perhaps the largest crowd that was
ever seen at that church on q similar
occasion. The services being conduct
ed by the pastor. Rev. G.. A. Wilson,
D. D., interment in adjoining GENE
terry.
Kew. DR.. Wilson and Ruling Elder
G. E. Crist will be absent this week at
tending the regular spring meeting of
Presbytery which will convene at
Messy Greek church this afternoon.
The commencement exercises of the
New Providence Academy will be held
in New Providence church on the
night of the goth of May, the Alumni
Banquet will take place on the follow
ing night.
Miss Title McCutchan has returned
home, having spent the winter with
her sister, Mrs. DIR. J. B. Tuttle, of
Craigsgille.
Miss Mary Turk is visiting friends
in StauntOn.
Miss Elizabeth Wright is attending
a Normal School at Mt. Clinton, Rock
ingham county.
Our farmers are well nigh through
planting corn, good acreage has been
planted. The wheat prospect is the
poorest for many years, will be about
one half crop.
While we have not heard many ex-
pressions from our people regarding
the method of adopting our constitu-
tion. We think the majority of them
favor proclamation.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
City Council.

The regular monthly meeting of th,
city council was held Tuesday night
and considerable business transacted
| The street committee was instructed
to look into the cost of drainage or
Johnson street. This committee also
reported in favor of purchasing two
carts and mules and other equipment
for work on streets. Rules suspended
and report adopted.
| The petitions of residents of North
Market street for sidewalk improve
ments. and Dr. s. II. Henkel, and 9th
ers for making arrangements to carry
off water from Baldwin street, report
ed.favorably.
| A 8 inch water main was ordered
laid on east Kalorama street.
! kSThe time limit on the telephone
| franchise granted DR.. Emil Dorm, of
Chicago, was fixed at twenty-five years.
His petition for franchise for an
electric street railway was referred to
the ordinance committee.
The petitions of Mrs. Kayser and
and Mrs. Fauntleroy, were referred to
the street committee.
A petition from the lawyers asking
that the increase taxes be repealed.
After some discussion an amendment
was offered by Mr.. Hutchinson>repeal-
ing the additional tax on both lawyers
and doctors. Mr.. Burke offered sub
stitute that all of the tax ordinance
brought in at the last meeting be re-
peaIed. The substitute was lost by q
vote of 6 to 4. Mr.. HuschinsOn's
amendment was then adopted by vote
of 8 to 1.
A petition was read from N. G.
Watts, superintendent of Staunton
Mutual Telephone company, asking
that privilege granted DIR. Emil Dorm
of stringing wires On poles of the Mu
tual company be withdrawn, and ask
ing for other privileges, and same was
filed.
J. L. Taylor and H. F. Scheele were
elected members of the school board to
succeed themselves.
On motion, the Elks were permitted
to address the council in reference to
a promised carnival, and j. Lewis
Bumgardner addressed the body, ex-
planning the rlans and asking that the
council appropriate $3.50 toward ex-
penses of the carnival. E. NJ. Hartman
also addressed the council.
MI. Taylor offered resolution that
the carnival be authorized to license
all legitimate shows and privileges that
came to Staunton during the carnival,
and appropriate the proceeds. Adopt
ed.
Mr.. Nelson moved to suspend the
rules, which was done on roll call,
when he moved to appropriate $3.50 to
the carnival. Carried by to 2.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
Silver wedding.

The most important social event that
has occurred ia this neighborhOod.
within the memory of many citizens.
was the 'sSilver Wedding" of Mr.. and
Mrs John Scott, which was celebrated
on Thursday evening, April oath, at
their hOspitable home "Riverslde. y
the reception lasting from to II. The
happy couple were assisted by their
charming daughter, Miss Lucie and
Miss Myrtle Without. Among the guests
present were-Mr. and Mrs. Winfree.
Mr.. and Mrs. M. q. Kerr, Rev. Holmes
Ralston, Mr.. and Mrs. J. NJ. Baylor,
Mr.. and Mrs. j. E Trimble, Mr.. W. u.
Speck and daughter, Mr.. and Mrs. G..
L. Clemmer, Mr.. and Mrs. w. H. Hen
derson, Mr.. g. W. Trimble, Mr.. and
Mrs. r. L. Crawford, Mr.. and Mrs. g.
w. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Th0mp-
SON and son. Mr.. John Christian and
sister, MIR. G. p. Bell and sister, Mr..
and Mrs. H. G.. Eichelberger, MIR. j.
w. Glendy, Messrs. G.. A. and J. w,
Calhoun and sister, Miss Myrtle Will
holt, Mr.. A. d. Bell, Mr.J. G. Calhoun
and daughter, Mr.. j. w. B. Baylor, Mr..
s. A. Calhoun, Miss Leila Burdette.
Mr.. A. G. Shipley, Messrs. A. II. and
j. W. Scott, Miss M. v. Scott, Mr.. Err
nest Naill, Mr.. Charlie Craig, Mr.. r.
f. Thompson, Mrs. w. A. Crawford.
The floral decorations we're beautiful
and artistically arranged with ''silver
leaves. An elegant supper was served,
consisting of meats, salads, pickles,
ices. &c. Those serving in the dining
room were-Miss Lucie Scott and Miss
Myrtle Without. Messrs. John Calhoun
and Basil Baylor, Miss Carrie Calhoun
serving coffee and chocolate. The
presents were numerous and valuable.
Many coming from distant friends.
The music Was furnished by a splen
did orchestra with Miss Without at the
piano. The evening was delightfully."-
spent by all.
SwOope, May 8.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
Sat IN Hts Chair Dead.

Thomas J. Mahoney was found dead
sitting in a chair in the rear room of
his saloon on South Augusta street
Wednesday morning about s o'clock,
from appearances he had been dead sew
eraI hours. His half sister Miss Mag
gle Burns, returning from church no.
ticed that his place had not been opeD-
ed and she summoned the police to in
vestigate. Chief of Police Simpson
broke the lock and found MIR. Mahoney
as stated with the keys of the door ly-
ing on the floor by his chair. He was
about so years of age, and had been in
falling health for some time. The fu-
neral will take place this morning
from st. Francis Catholic church at 10
O CLOCK.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
Briduewater and Vicinity.

Mrs. Marshall Jones, of Churchville,
spent Tuesday and Wednesday with
her parents, DR.. and Mrs. J. D. Butcher.
J. Newton Wilson and wife left yes
terday for visit CT few days to rela.
tives in Augusta county.
Mrs. d. l.. Caldwell, of The Glade,
was here several days this week visit
ing her mother, Mrs. Elizabeth White:
Mrs. E. P. Cease suffered stroke OF
paralysis about noon on Wednesday
and is in a critical condition. Her sons
C. E. and E. L. Cease were summoned
the former arriving here on Wednes-
day and the latter, accompanied by his
wife, Yesterday morning Herald.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
Burned to Death.

Mr.. S. W. Crummett, of Highland.
has just gotten message announcing
the terrible death of cousin, a Miss
Dove, daughter of Mr.. William Dove.
whose home was on the Thorn, just
across the State line in PendletOn cOun-
ty. The young girl, who was about
seventeen years old, was, on Saturday
at the wash place, when her dress caught
fire from the blaze about the kettle.
The house was some distance away,
and, in running to this through q
strong wind, the flames were famed
into terrible blaze sll over her body,
burning her SO that death ensued in a
few moments.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09

Mr.. Andrew Rosen has been appoint
ed postmaster at Zack.
! Miss Lucy Turk, of Newport, was in
! the city this week.
| Miss Fannie Sproul is visiting friends
! in Lyncbburg.
Mr.. Z. S. Bradley, of Miller & Brad
Hey, is now in the northern market.
Mrs. Brooke Eskridge and son, Ash
er, went to Richmond Wednesday to
visit her brother, Mai. A. w CARRIER.
Miss Kate Marshall, of MorgantOwn.
w. Va, is the guest of her brother,
Mr. w. Q. Marshall.
| DR.. Robert G. Craig, of Marine Hos
pitaI, Pitts burg, visited relatives here
this week.
Mr.. Ellis Mills, of Rapidan, who has
| been visiting his father. returned home
| this week.
The Virginia State Teachers asso-
July 8, 4 and 5.
Miss Fannie Shelton, of Johnson City,
Tenn, who has been visiting her sis
ter, Mrs. M. M. Robertson, returned
to that city Tuesday.
1t is reported that might trains" ARE
to be put on the Norfolk and Western
railroad. The removal of those trains
five years ago proved a great incOnVe-
nience to the travelling public.
Robert Berry, of this city, and Miss
Georgiana Null from near Harrison
burg, were married Sunday at the rec
tory of Trinity Episcopal church by
Rev. W. @. Hullihen, d. d.
Mrs. Brickenstein, of Denver, Col,
who has been in the county some time,
having been called here by the illness
and death of her sister, Mrs. Mcclure,
of Spottswood. left Tuesday night for
home.
Mr.. E. Is. Bare, of Churchville. went
to Louisa county Tuesday night for
the remains of Mrs. James Dinkle,
who died there Tuesday morning,
which were taken to Churchville for
interment yesterday. She was buried
beside her husband, who died in Cali
fornia last December.
The call recently extended by the
Old Stone Church Presbyterian con-
gregation at Tim Der Ridge, near Lex
ington, to the Rev. j. 9. Johnston, of
Mcdowell, Va, has been accepted by
him subject to the approval of presby |
terry, which is in session this week at
Messy Creek.
DR.. VIM. Bell and daughter, Miss
Maggie, left over the G. q D. Sunday |
night for Washington. Miss Maggie, |
who has been suffering for some time
from nervous trouble, will be placed in
the Garfield Memorial hospital in the
of that city, for treatment. |
The doctor will return home in a day |
or two.
The Episcopal council for the do
cese of southern Virginia will meet in |
N orfolk on May 9th. The annual
meeting of the WOman's auxiliary will
be held at the same time. The dele
gates elected from here are Maj. L. G.
Elder and Mrs. McHenry Holiday
from Trinity church, and A. F. Rob-
ertson and Mrs. Taylor B1ssell from
church.
Richmond News, 5th:-''The Rev.
r G. Gilmore, pastor of the Olivet |
Presbyterian church of StauntOn, will |
probably be called to the Presbyterian
church of Manchester of which the Rev.
G. N. Van Houton was formerly pas
tor. Several names are before the COM
mittee appointed to select a pastor,
and the Rev. Mr.. Gilmore is prominent
ly mentioned for the pulpit.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
The Maryland Cook Book.

This is the name of an excellent cook.
book, the author of which is Mrs. EN-
ma ]. Strasburg, of Baltimore, widow
of the late David E. Strasburg, for
many years resident of this city.
The book is full of first class recipes
and no doubt will be very interesting
to housekeepers. Mrs. Strasburg has
the book on sale at the Woman's Ex-
change, cor. N. Charles and Pleasant
streets, Baltimore, Md.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
Bath County Items.

Millboro, May 7.-Mr. w. II. Ad-
k1ns, of Augusta county was at Griffith
this week.
Mr.. King. day operator at Crane,
made several trips to Buffalo Gap last
week, to see after the comfort of his
parents. who lost a4l OF their house hold
effects by fire on tbs 18th ult.
Mr.. Dempsey. section forema n OF
the G. q O., who has been sick gu lite a
while, has resumed his duties.
Mr.. w. P. Hamilton. of this place,
was over at Crane yesterday.
Our farmers are busy with their C ORR
planting, and many are we'll on with it.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
Pe-ru-na a Prompt and Permanent
Cure for Nervousness.

Mrs. Anna B. Fleharty, recent super
intendent Of the w. @. T. U. headquar-
tiers, at Galesburg, ILL.,, was for ten years
one of the leading women there. Her
husband, when living, was first Presi-
dent Of the Nebraska Wesleyan Uni
versity, at Lincoln, Neb.
In letter written from 4O1 Sixty
Seventh street, W., Chicago, ILL.,, Mrs.
Fleharty says the following in regard
to Peruna,
"Having lived 9 very active life as wife
and working partner,of busy minister,
my health failed me few years ago. 1
lost my husband about the same time
and gradually seemed to lose health
and spirit. My daughter is a confirmed
invalid, and we both felt great need Of
an invigorator.
zone Of my neighbors advised me to
try Peruna. A bottle was Immediate
ly secured and q great change took
place Ia my daughters, as well as In
my own health. Our appetites i'm
proved very greatly, the digestion
seemed much helped, and restfM sleep
soon Improved us. 50 that we seemed
like new women.
IT would not be without Peruna for
ten times Its cost."-MRS. ANNA B.
FLEHARTY.
Peruna never fails to prevent nervous
prostration If taken In time.
"Summer Catarrh," book written by
DR.. Hartman on the subject Of the ner-
vous distur Dances peculiar to summer,
sent free to any address by The Pezuna
Medicine Co., Co1dmbus, O.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
Moving Pictures.

A stereopticon and moving picture
exhibition will be given tonight, May
9th. at s o'clock at Fishersville.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
4 long MEADOWS FARM
FOR SALE.

A farm is for sale privately in this
CELEBRATED SECTION of Augusta
county. Containing about 26O
acres; a large three story dwelling of
IA rooms, new barn and every neces-
sary out-building.
All are In Excellent Condition
of repair, and are equipped with
EVERY MODERN COMFORT known to
easy country life. Land is rich and
in cultivation, plenty of timber and
pure running water in every field.
Address all inquiries to the SPEC
TATOR OFFICE, where they will
receive attention. apr3tf
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09

Stops the Cough and Works off the Cold
Laxative Bromo- Quinine Tablets
cure cold in day. No cure, no Pay
Price rs cents. dec 20 1y
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09

To Cure a Cold in One Day.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinfne Tablets.
All druggists refund the money If it
fails to cure. E. w. Grove 8 signature
is on each box. Csc dec20 ly
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09
Snowflake.

A pretty wedding took place at Sa-
lem Lutheran church. Sunday evening,
when Miss Annie F. Hale, daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. D. M. Hale. was united
in marriage to Mr.. Edward M. Snow.
The ceremony was performed by the
pastor, Rev. G. A. Riser. Miss NelIa
Snow, sister of the groom, was maid Of
honor, and Arthur Hale, brother of the
bride, best man. The other attendants
were Miss w ella Craun and Mr.. Simon
Snow, and Miss Myrtle Obaugh and
Mr.. Oscar Fur. After the ceremony
refreshments were served at the home
of the brides parents.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1902-05-09

disposition of the horse. This horse has
finest of dispositions. A lady or child can
drive in race on the road or any place.
Can leave him stand without any one near
him at raflroad d station and still he has any
amount of vim and gameness No road Is
too long for him and he never gets tired
will be glad to present to any one calling
his tabulated pedigree. which will show you
he is not only strongly bred, but his line of
breeding is most fashionable
His sire is prince Eugene, race record 2:g1X
and is the coming sire of the day for speed,
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1902-04-28
GENIUS AT WORK.

Sarti, the musician, composed only In
darkness.
Bossuet worked in cold room, with
his head warmly enyeloped.
1t is said that Schiller, before com
posing. put his feet in cold water.
Gretry, to animate himself wnen com,
posing, breakfasted and took coffee and
then applied himself day and night to
his piano.
Guido Reni painted with muNh pomp.
He dressed himself magnificently and
had his pupils attend him in silence
ranged around him.
The historian Mezeray would wcrk
only with candle, even at midday ard
( In midsummer. He never failed to- wais
on his visitors, even to the street. With
candle In his hand.
Jeremy Bentham jotted his ideas on
little squares of paper, which he piled
upon each other, and this pile of little
papers stitched together was the first
forms Of his manuscripts.
Michael Angelo. Leonardo da Vinci,
Titan. Rubens, passed from the chisel
to the pen or the brush. The change
rested them from the preceding work,
and thus during long life they accom-
plished marvellous works. - Literary
Era.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1902-04-28
THE FIRST SLEEPING CAR.

The first sleeping car was devised
by Theodore T.. Woodruff in 1854. His
first patents were for Improvement in
railroad car seats and couches," (" issued
Dec. q, 1856. At that time railroad
development in America was in it's in
fancy, but the tremendous advance
which has since taken place in this,
the greatest of any one interest in this
country, has no parallel in history.
The evolution Of the sleeping car from
Woodruff's primitive design to the
sleepers, for instance, composing the
Pioneer Limited trains of the Milwau-
kee road, is wonderful in the extreme.
It would certainly seem that the very
perfection of car construction, in point
OF beauty, combined with substantial
comfort, had been reached when this
splendid train was produced by that
progressive company.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1902-04-28

There are many very good people,
people of irreproachable character. who
are never liked because of their want
of tact. They are hospitable and like tc
entertain, but they ask known enemies
to a little family dinner. They expose
all their little household economies tC
their guests. They never spoil story
for relations sake" If guests are OF
different religions or politics, they in.
troduce the subjects and give most de-
cided views which do not convince and
only irritate. A lady is told that her
hat is unbecoming or a man that he
made bad speech. They never have
any appreciation of the fitness of
things.
Tact is ef great Importance if one
would be agreeable or retain friends. A
man without tact can never exert a
strong influence. He can never become
a great leader. Tact is needed in every
calling in nlife.-Philadelphia Ledger
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1902-04-28
A CULINARY EXHIBITION.

Messrs. Grambs Brothers are this
week sending out invitations to the
public generally to attend an exhibi-
ton of cooking that will be given at
their store from May to 10 inclusive.
which is intended to show the wonder
full superiority of the celebrated Ma
jestic ranges that are carried by this
popular firm, and to which they call
attention in today's Tribune advertis-
ing columns. They want it distinctly
understood that general invitation is
extended to the public, and if by any
oversight they should omit anyone in
sending out their special invitations,
they hope it will not be taken as an
intended slight, but wish to assure all
OF cordial welcome. A lunch Of hot
coffee and biscuits will be served and
will be a special feature of the exhibit.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1902-04-28
UPSET THEIR PLANS.
The Story of Hurry Call For q
New York Ambulancc.

The Story of Hurry Call For q
New York Ambulance.
A young physician tells an amusing
experience Of the days of his ambu-
lance service. A hurry call was re-
ceived one day, and he with the am
bulance was dispatched with great
haste to tenement in one of the poor
er parts Of the city. He climbed sew
eral flights Of stairs and found at the
top family gathered in dismantled
room, surrounded by their goods and
chattels, evidently ready to move.
The patient had been burned, the
doctor knew, but he failed to discover
signs of one until the mother Of the
family explained that she was the vic
tim and amiably volunteered the in
formation that she was ready to go tc
the hospital at any time. She was a
remarkably healthy accident case, and
the young physician explained that he
would have to make an examination
and learn the true nature Of her inju
ries before taking her off.
She demurred somewhat wrathfully
at this, but finally uncovered one arm,
where was to be seen bad but not
serious burn Of week before 1t was
not a burn requiring hospital treat
ment, and the doctor departed, severe
tongue lashing from the would be pa
tient following him as he hurried down
the stair, glad to get off with nothing
more serious.
The woman's wrath had good cause.
he found upon inquiry. The family had
been dispossessed, and it had been de-
cided that the husband and children
should go for time to one Of his rela-
tives. while the wife would seek refuge
in the hospital. In this way they would
tide over their troubles, but the doctors
unforeseen refusal to play his part had
upset their plans seriously.-New York
Times.
Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1902-04-28
TOADS IN FOLKLORE.
Sicilian Superstition Concerning the
Ugly Little Creatures.

Sicilfan Superstition Concerning the
Ugly Little Creatures.
The toad has prominent place in
folklore. We find the ugly little crea-
ture distinguished in popular tradition.
and that in it's NEST permanent prov
ince, in local worship and belief. The
survival is so strange in itself and so
we'll fitted to illustrate the primitive
character Of fairy mythology that it
may be accorded particular attention.
According to the statements of Dr..
&. Pitre, contained in his excellent ac
count Of Sicilian tradition, the faith of
that island still recognizes supernatu-
raj beings known as dome di fuora
Cadies from abroad, also entitled pat
ronesses of the house. who have at
tributes in common with the fairies Of
England. Like the latter. during the
nighttime they enter houses, where
they expect to find everything in order
Among mortals they have their favor
ties and enemies. Fortune is consic
cred to result from their kindness
cution.
It is peculiar feature of their habits
that they visit the domicile not Oh any
evening indifferently, but only on
Thursday, making their entrance by
the keyhole or by cracks of doors. If
day surprises them before they leave
the cottage, they change into toads and
in this state remain until the following
eve, when they are once more at liber-
ty to resume their proper shape of
beautiful women. During the interval
the toad is sacred, because it is impos.
sible to be sure that any particular
one may not in reality be the lady of
the house.
Legends abound in which is related
the reward OF punishment consequent
upon the good or ill treatment of Fri
day toad. On this day. therefore. the
usually unpopular animal is safe from
abuse and secure of attention, more
especially if it chance to belong to
species possessing a particular arrange.
ment of the 1cuticle reminiscent of a
lady's head of hair. Any person who
occupies himself with folklore becomes
accustomed to remarkable survivals.
yet it does excite astonishment 10 find
so perfect an illustration of prehistoric
thought in central Europe of the twen-
tleth y.-lnternational Monthly.