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AND VINDICATOR. SnbsorlDtltn $1.00 Per Yaar. Friday, November 22, (907. LOCAL UEPARTMENT. Personals.

Mr. James B. McCutchan of Moffatt'a Creek, is ill with fever. Mr. C.

A. Harman of Stokeville, baa returned from a trip to Highland. Mr. S. P.

Buck of Mt Solon waa in the city last Tuesday on his way to Norfolk and the Expositian. Rev. J. M. Sbreckhise and bis son, of near Raphine, have returned from the exposition.

Mrs. Wm Almond and hei daughter. Miss Clara, of Greenville, were among the visitors to the city last week. Mr. G.

C. Harman wbo spent some time in Indiana, baa returned to Stokesvllle. Mr. and Mrs. H.

W. Baylor of Swoope, are visiting tbe exposition and Washington. Fifteen addition convicts arrived to work on the Churchville road this week. Judge J. M.

Quarles is in Richmond agueing a case before tbe Court of Appeals. Mr. T. E. Crist of Fordwick was In the city this week on way to Mint Spring for a short visit to his old home near there.

Mr. W. E. Goolsby of Piney River, W. baa returned to Craigsville to make bis home.

He Is in the employ of the Portland Cement Co. The postofhceat Moffatt'sCreek ha? been advanced to a money order office. This will be a great convenience to its patrons. Mr. and Mrs.

J. Frank Templeton, and their daughter, Miss Mary Osborn, will leave shortly for California, where they expect to spend tbe winter. A license to marry was issued in tbe circuit clerk's office for Mr. Henry W. Crosby and Miss Ada B.

Puffeuberger. Tbey were to be married at Lone Fountain on Wednesday. The Marlinton, W. Light and Power baa gone into the hands of a receiver. Mr.

L. M. McClintic a leading attorney of Marlinton, is the receiver. Rev. G.

B. Strickler, D. of Union Theological Seminary, who filled Dr. Fraser's pulpit last Sunday, waa a guest of Capt. and Mrs.

G. G. Gooch while in tbe city. Tbe Alabama senate has passed tbe House bill on Statutory prohibition, by a vote of 32 to 2. On January Ist, 1909, everything in tbe State will close.

Miss Ruth See, who is at home from her missionary work in Brazil lectured to tbe ladies of the Presbyterian church at Spring Hill on Sunday. She is a daughter of Mr. Peter H. See of Ft. Defiance.

Mrs. Wm. R. Tyree has returned from a visit to hereon at Hagerstown, and some weeks spent in Baltimore. His daughter, Mrs.

Edwin Jamea Payne will spend the winter with her. Mrs. Geo. K. Coiner, of Waynesboro accomponied by her daughter, Miss Nettie, has returned from Ashevllle, N.

wbere sbe spent several months. Mrs. Coiner's health was much im proved by tbe trip. Norman K. Loving was held Saturday at Harrisonburg to anwser to the grand jury on the charge of breaking into a Chesapeake-Western freight car and taking goods therefrom last August Mrs.

James Crowl, a faithful employe of the Spectator for many years, wbo has been unwell for some time, was on yesterday taken to tbe King's Daughters' hospital for medical treatment. Mr. R. M. Ayres, who years ago was a prominent merchant in this city, suffered a stroke of paralysis on Wednesday.

Mr. Ayres is about 80 years 'of age, and grave apprehension is felt for him. Mr. Asher Ayres, bis son who baa just returned from Cuba, has been summoned to his bedside. Lexington Gazette: Dr.

G. M. Burton has as his guests bts mother, Mrs. J. W.

Burton and sister-in-law, Mrs. Thomas F. Burton, both of Augusta county. Mr. and Mrs.

Frederick Keller on Churchville, Augusta coun ty, are In Lexington visiting Mrs. Keller's sisters, Mrs. Margaret S. Humphries and Mrs. T.

J. Hildebrand. The case of J. B. Weaver of Bell's Valley, who sued the C.

O. Ry. for $2,000 for not allowing him to get on the train while under the influence of liquor, was tried in tbe circuit court this week, and he was given a verdict for $85. The case of E. L.

the C. for 810,000, is now being tried. Rev. Dr. J.S.

Gardner, wbo for four years waa pastor of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South of this city, and elder of Rockingham district, died on Thursday night of last Middletown, Va. The funeral took place Saturday Winchester. He was an active minister for 44 years. He waa a man of fine intellectual grifts and his sermons always made a deep impression on bis bearers. Tbe friends of Mr.

C. J. Armistead, ao well and favorably known in Staunton, will regret to learn tbat he made a desperate attempt to commit suicide at the Western State Hospital last week, by jumping from an upper window. Some intervening wires broke the fall and he waa saved with some severe bruises. At the time Dr.

DeJarnett, the superintendent, was away hunting In Rappahannock county, but Dr. Garlick, the first assistant, in charge, promptly took such steps as were necessary for his future safety. Airs. E. E.

Patteson and children have returned from a visit to the exposition and to relatives in Newport News. C. Bascomb Slemp, chairman ot the Republican State committee baa been nominated by the Republicans of tbe 9th district to fill the unexpired tei of his father, tbe late Campbell Slemp. He is being opposed by an independent Republican. Tbe Daughters of the Confederacy at tbeir meeting on Wednesday elected the following officers: President, Miss Mary R.

S. Berkeley; vice-presidents, Mrs. W. H. Landes, Mrs.

J. W. Bon ncr, and Mrs. W. B.

Miller; secretary, Mrs. Geo B. John B. Fifer; hiatorian, Miss Janet Berkeley; custodian, Mrs. Chas.

McGuffln. Pretty Weddlao at Valley Mills. Valley Mills, Nov. tbe pretty home of Mr. and Mrs.

C. B. Sbuey, near here, was the scene of a pretty wedding yesterday morning at 9 o'clock, when tbeir charming daughter, Miss Katie Holland Shuey became the bride of Mr. Cecil Welling ton Burton, son of Mr. and Mrs.

J. W. Burton of Churchville, Va. The bride, attired in white organdie and lace, carrying brides roses, en tered the parlor with the groom to the strains of Mendelsshon's wedding marob beautifully rendered by Miss Bessie Hoover. Tbey were met at the alter by the Rev.

Holmes Ralster who performed the ceremony in an impresive manner. The parlor was artistically decorated with palms, ferns, autumn leaves, and potted plants. After receiving congratulations of relatives and friends who had gathered to witness the interesting event, Mrs. Burton changed her bridal robe for a most becoming traveling suit of brown English cloth with hat to match. The happy young couple left at once amid a shower of rice aud the hearty good wishes of all, to visit Richmond, Norfolk, Old Point, Newport News and the Jamestown Exposi tion and otber cities.

Their many presents were both handsome and useful. Mr. and Mrs. Burton will be at home to their friends at Craigsville, after December Ist wbere tbey will make their home. Collins-Stewart.

A quiet wedding was solemnized on Thursday evening of laat week at the home of Mr. E. W. Stewart, when his daughter, Miss Belle Stewart was united In marriage to Mr. Edward L.

Collins. The parlor was prettily decorated with potted and the wedding march was played by Mrs. George W. Kennard. The service was performed by the bride's pastor, Rev.

H. P. Hamill of the Staunton M. E. Church, South, assisted by ber former pastor, Rev.

F. J. Frettyman, D. of Washington, D. C.

Tbe bride is an attractive young woman and received the best wishes of many friends. Tbe groom is the assistant postmaster at Stannton and a young man of high character who has made many friends by his courtlons manaer in bis office. Mr. and Mrs. Collins left for Wash- lugton and other points of interest on their bridal trip.

Popular Young Couple Wedded. Wednesday morning at 8:30 the hospi table home of Mr. J. H. Rohrer, near Churchville, was the scence of a quiet wedding, when bis youngest daughter, Miss Grace, became tbe bride of Mr.

Karl V. Stoutamyer. The ceremony being impressively performed by tbe bride's pastor, Rev. G. B.

Fadely. Tbe bride is tbe youngest daughter of Mr. J. H. Rohrer, one of Augusta's substantial and popular citizens, also a member of the board of supervisors.

She is a popular and attractive young lady and has a host of friends. The groom ia a prominent young business man of Churchville, and also has a host of friends. The young couple lift immediately after the ceremony for an extended bridal trip, and on their return will be at home to their friends at Churchville. State Tent or Maccabees Organized. Last week In Richmond, the Maccabees formed a State Tent for Virginia, with the following offloers: State oommander, O.

W. Morrlsa; paat State commander, J. W. Mort; record keeper, A. C.

Goods; chaplain, J. J. Dozier; sergeant, L. N. Roettin; master atarms, K.

S. Randall; first master of the guards, S. K. seoond master, S. K.

Black; sentinel, J. H. Oulley: picket, C. A. Hall.

Supreme Commander D. W. Markey presided. Tbe several tents made reports for the year. Meetings of the State tents are to be held annually, and next year Norfolk will entertain the visitors.

To Visit In Orient. Dr. C. W. Foss, professor of history 1 and political science In Augusta Col lege, Rock Island, 111., has been granted leave of absence until September next and will leave tbe middle of next month for India.

He will investigate tbe condition of the missions in India and Persia under the jurisdiction of tbe General Council of tbe Lutheran church. He will be assisted by Rev. Dr. Spaeth, of Philadelphia. His wife, a daughter of Rev.

G. W. Sbuey of tbis county, will accompany him on the trip. Wed In ashlnnton. Miss Evelyn Coffman and Mr.

Charles Baker were married in the Arizona hotel parlor in Washington on Thursday night and left immediately after the ceremony for Memphis, where they will reside. Among those present were Misses Hazel Brown, and Cora Harlow and Messrs. i Daniel Coffman and George Sbiflett. Additional Awards at Jamestown. Additional awarda at Jamea town I have been awarded as follows: Au i gusta Milling and Mercantile of Mossy Creek, silver medal; Andrew Bowling, Staunton, flour and meal, silver medal; Stuart's Draft Milling Stuart's Draft, flour and meal, i bronze medal.

The silver medal waa the highest award made on flour. DEATHS DURING THE WEEK. CAPT. C. S.

MEBBITT. The death of Capt. Christopher Garber Merritt which occurred at hh home in Greenville at 5 o'clock or Friday afternoon, was not unexpected. On the 12th inst. he suffered a stroke of paralysis and from that timt gradually sunk until death came Capt.

Merritt was a son of the late John and Elizabeth Merritt, bis father being one of the moat substantial farmers of Augusta county. He was born on Deo. 24, 1822, and was thus 85 years of age, but bis life bad been one so full of incident and adventure that it seemed difficult to pass through so many vlclsitudes, and do so much even in tbat time. When the Mexican war broke out, he enlisted in a company of volunteers then commanded by Capt. Kenton Harper, and served through tbat war.

Shortly after lt closed, the discovery of gold in Call fornia sent an influx of adventurous young men tbere, and Capt. Merritt was among these, and at his death was probably the only "Forty-niner" living in Augusta. He later returned to his native county, where be continued to live until the civil war broke out, when, with the spirit which carried him into Mexico and through the perils and hardships of 1849 Into California, he enlisted in the Confederate army in a company under Capt. Bobt. Lilley, and served through the war, having been promoted to a captaincy before the close.

After the war he married Miss Elizabeth Wiilson of tbis county, and continued to reside in tbe neighborhood of his birth place until his death. She survives him together with two sons, Frank O. of Greenville, W. Guy of Clarksburg, W. and three daughters, Mrs.

John F. Armentrout of tbis city, Mrs. Benno H. Fultz of Clarksburg, W. and Mrs.

B. B. Bandolph of Lexington, all of whom were with him at the last. He was a man of genial disposition, cordial, hospitable, and whole souled. He was a stauach friend, and there was bo much of romance in his life it was a pleasure to hear bim when he became reminiscent.

He had a wonderfully strong and clear mind, a facinating manner, and a fund of information, which made him most enjoyable and companionable. His well knit frame and wonderful vitality made him the ideal subject for a soldier and an adventurer, nothing daunted bim, and in youth he seemed never to know fatigue. He was generous and kind, a fond husband and an indulgent father. His funeral took place from Bethel church on Sunday tbe 17th, and was oonduoted by the pastor the Rev. Mr.

Altfather, the interment being in the cemetery of that church by the side of tbe members of bis family. The pall-bearers were: O. C. Armstrong, R. Jordan, 8.

F. Pilson, J. N. land, W. H.

Apple and S. A. D. Mc- Kee. E.

O. Peyton, and Messrs. G. W. Fitch, G.

C. Hawpe and Geo. F. Keiser. Capt.

Merritt left two brothers, Jno Merritt, of this county, now in very delicate health, and the Hon. Sam'l Merritt, former territorial Congressman from Utah. But two members of his company in tbe Mexican war survive him. One ia Sam'l H. Helms of Steele's Tavern, and the other Geo.

Alexander of Staunton. MB. SOULE KEDD. Mr. Soule Redd, one the best known citizens, of Columbus, prominent in the city's busines circles, and brother of Captain William Redd, ordinary of Muscogee county, died at his residence.

No. 419 Thirtenetb St. on the 11th inst of Bright's disease. Mr. Redd had been in ill health for a number of months and suffered acutely at times from the disease, but he remained at his office until a few days ago when he became so ill that he was forced to remain at his home.

For tbe past several days his oondition had been such as to gravely alarm his friends who hoped that he would come out victor in his fight for life, but surrounded by bis loved ones, he passed peacefully away at his home. He was of generous, warmhearted disposition and was sincerely liked by those wbo knew him, and was especially appreciated by his intimate friends. He was courtesy and geniality itself, and was of a cordial, whole-souled disposition that readily won him the affection of those with whom he came In oontact. He was born In Columbus In October 18,1850, and was all of bis Ufa a resident of Columbus, being tbe major part of bis life, engaged in the brokerage business. Besides his devoted wife, he is survived by a brother, Captain William Redd, ordinary of Muscogee county, and several nieces and nephews.

He was a member of the Royal Arcanum and of the National Union and was a member of the Trinity Episcopal church. The funeral took place from Trinity church Columbus interment being in Lin wood cemetery. The services were conducted by Rev. 8. Alston Wiagg.

Some years ago Mr. Redd married Miss Nellie Halle so well known and so popular in Staunton. To Celebrate Labor Day. Monday night there was a large and enthusiastic meeting of the mechanics and laboring men in the old Temperance Hall over Marshall's drug store, for the purpose of organizing a Labor Club with tbe object In view of celebrating Labor Day In Staunton, as it is done in otber cities. Mr.

B. B. Bull stated tbe objects of the meeting in a clear and presise manner and called on Mr. C. E.

Haines who made one of bis usual witty and pointed talks. The meeting elected tbe following temporary officers. A. S. Woodbouse, president; F.

L. Yount, vice-president; R. H. Bell, secretary, and appointed Messrs. B.

B. Dull, C. E. Haines and Geo. E.

Cottrell, a committee to draft suitable plans and by-laws to govern the body. Next Monday evening at 7:30 o'clock there will be another meeting at the same place, to which all mechanics and laboring men of tbe city and vicinity are Invited to be present and hear more of tbe proposed plans of tbe club. Stover Items. Stover, Nov. 20 J.

H. Billings attended tbe chrysanthemum show at New Providence last week. Robert Phillips of Ohio, ishereyisit ing bis sister, Mrs. Chas. Driver.

He will go from here to Jamestown, and then home. Miss Margaret Gilkerson has taker charge of a school in Pastures; dis for a month. Chas. Zimmerman of Farmville, a large cattle buyer and horse desier, was here last week. Mr.

A. R. Gilkerson was on a vie it to Highland last week. Homer Zlgler will move hie family to Bridgewater this week. Mrs.

Lucy Crawford is confined to the house with rheumatism. Mr. Lobr and family of Ohio, spent the night with Mr. S. T.

Driver on their way home from the exposition. Mrs. Llneweaver and Mrs Brunk of Harrisonburg, are visiting relatives here. Mrs. Daisy Driver of Stuart's Draft, is visiting her parents here.

W. J. Shiplett and F. P. McGlamery attended court in Harrisonburg on Monday.

Mr. Mathew Andrew's wife died very suddenly yesterday morning. The funeral will he at Emanuel's ohurcb. Local Notes or interest. Mr.

W.O. Moran at Augusta Springs, is out in a card warning huntsmen to keep off his lands. State taxes are due and payable Dec. Ist. City Treasurer Hoge Is now ready to receive them.

Wben buying a present you should see H. L. Lang's stock before making your purchase. Bead what the American Stock Company has to say in this issue. For exclusive women's goods they are ready with everything tbat is up-todate.

Jos. L. Barth Co. waut to remind you that winter has just arrived. See their line of winter suits and overcoats.

Watch the columns of tbe Spectator for Christmas announcements. All the bargain places will appear therein. Road tho November announcement of the Banner Store. All kinda of seasonable merchandise at "quick sale" prices. A furnished house is advertised for rent In another column of to-day's Bpeotatob.

Property is located In beat residence section. Applications should be addressed to J. W. H. care Spectator office.

A young collie dog, tan and white, has strayed from his home in this city. A reward is offered for his return to Wiilson Bros, drug store. To lean all about business you should write the Dunsmore Business College for particulars as to its course of training. Read its announcement in another column. Sheldon's Comedians.

Tbe Sheldon Comedians open au engagement at the Beverley Monday night for a week. The Winchester Star says of them: "Colonel Sheldon and his charming star, Miss Gene La Monte, supported by a company of artists, opened at the Auditorium last night in "A Woman's Sin." The play was all that anyone oould wish for in the line of entertainment. The lines were beautiful and tbe climaxes easy and strong. The play In Itself was taken from tbe Thaw- White case. While giving the full life of the former Evelyn Nesbit, it did so in a manner to leave a moral good and pure to all who witnessed the show.

Miss La Monte made a sweet Evelyn, and tbe audience fell in love witb ber from the start. All tbe cast were perfect iv their parts." For President of the Senate. Tbe Richmond Journal of yesterday says: Congressman Hal Flood is in tbe city on private business, but was somewhat coy about talking politics, but be expressed tbe hope that Senator Eobols, of Aunusta, would succeed Senator Wickham as president pro tern of the Senate. Mr. Flood had some very pleasant thing to say about Mr.

Echols whom be admires greatly. fiew Restaurant. Grove's excellent new restaurant in Cohen's old stand, is now open witb all tbe delacles of the season. Open every week day and from 3 p. m.

to 11:30 p. m. Sunday. 2t Three Months and $100. Tbe trial of Wm.

Brooks, for assault on Mr. W. T. Walter at the Horse Show in August last, was brought to an end Wednesday evening, tbe jury finding him guilty and sentencing bim to 3 montbs in jail and a fine of $100. He was ably defended by Messrs.

Chas. Curry and R. S. Ker, while tbe prosecution was conducted as ably by Commonwealth's Attorney Braxton and Mr. S.

D. Timberlake, Jr. State School Appropriation. Tbe department of public instruction bas completed the apportionment of school funds for the year. The counties and towns in this section receive the following: Augusta, 86.235 $2,050 34; Bath, Highland, Rockbridge, Rockingham.

Staunton, $1, 127.16; Clifton Forge. $574.74. and Buena Vista, $422 84. The total amount appropriated by the State for the year is $359,983.16. FOR RENT.

A furnished house, durinr the winter and spring. Located in best resldene section of city, and only two blocks from Main street. Party without children preferred. Address, J. W.

care Speotator Office. nov 22 2t Wanted. By large and growing mercantle establishment in Piedmont, an ambitious young man, with or without extensive experience, who will aeoept responsibility and appreciate promotion which would be steady to a faithful man. This is not a Book Publisher or a Patent Medicine Manufacturer, but a responsible Virginia Mercantile establishment. We do not offer fabulous salary to start, with no idea of ever paying it, but we offer fine opportunity to good man for a permanent and valuable position.

BOX 194, nov JH Charlottesville, Va. Chesapeake Ohio Ry. Schedule In effect Nov. 17,1907, subject to change without notice. Eastern time.

EAST BOUND. For Washington and the North, 2.09 A. 11.13 A. Dally. For Richmond and Norfolk.

2.09 and 10.34 a. m. dally. Local for Richmond. 2.19 p.

week days. Local for Charlottesville 8.28 p. week WEST BOUND. For Cincinnati, Chicago, St. Louis, and the West.

4.23 a. 8.12 p. m. dally; and 3.50 p. m.

week days. Local for Clifton Forge 3.50 p. m. week days, and 6.66 p. in.

dally. Local 8.58 a.m. week days. "Frankness" When buying a present of any kind, or piece of jewelry for individual service, do you appreciate "frankness, or a vociforous and oft repeated style in which "guarantee" figures as a keynote HERE "frankness" figures. We tell you exactly what you are buying.

It is, we long since learned, the one way to make and keep friends and patrons. Sterling Silver Sugar and Cream Set, Bead Edge, Gold Lined, $16.00. H. L. LANG, Staunton, Va.

Men's Hat Wear! Correct shapes and fashion. New Underwear, Pajamas, Neck and Coat Sweaters, Hosiery, Children's Caps. Get the Habit. Goto FRANK CHANGER Men's and Boys' Furnishings, CORNER MAIN NEW STS. PHONE 151.

To Continue Exposition. That the Jamestown Exposition will open in some shape next summer is al most a certainty, though whether it will be on a large or small scale is yet to be determined. That the national government will do all it can to aid the enterprise was evidenced yesterday, when tbe officials in charge of the government exhibit were notified not to begin packing up on tbe last day of this month, as per original instructions, but to let the exhibit remain intact until further notice. Today there was a conference of a number of hotel men. transportation men and capitalists who discussed the feasibility of organizing a new company to take over the old concern and to operate tbe exposition next summer.

Many of the large business men of Norfolk are much in favor of the continuation of the exposition. They declare that while not a financial sue cess the exposition bas attracted much attention, brought the city into greater prominence, made more business, and that, taking it as a whole, they consider that the exposition has not been nearly so much of a failure as is generally believed. Westminster Cbimes. Bid you ever hear them If not, you can hear them peal forth any hour of tbe day on the streets of Staunton. Tbe chimes are arranged over the show window of Mr.

D. L. of our enterprising jewelers, and is a very attractive and ingenious device. The bells are operated electrically from a big regulator clock on the inside of the store, and chime every quarter hour and on the hour, then strikes the hour. Tuesday when the bells were installed, their melody attracted an admiring crowd in front of Mr.

Switzer's all during the day. It is claimed tbe chimes are an exact replica in miniature of the famous Westminster chimes in old Westminster tower England. LOST DOG. Estrayed from his home in this city last week, a collie dog, tan and white. Reward if left at WILLBON BEOS.

Drug Store. Notice To Hunters. My land near Augusta Springs is posted and all hunting and trespassing on the same is positively forbidden. W. O.

MOBAN, nov 22 4t Augusta Springs, va. Commissioners' Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE. By virtue of a decree of the Circuit Court of Augusta county, rendered in the chancery cause of Jno. H. Stoutamyer, vs.

Betty Hazel Stoutamyer, et the undersigned commissioner appointed for the purpose, will proceed on Saturday, the 14th day of Dec. 1907. at 12 o'clock in front of the county court house in the city of Staunton, to sell at public auction to the highest bidder, a certain tract of land situate on Middle River near Spring Hill in Augusta county, estimated to contain 61 acres, adjoining Joseph Wenger, Philander Gamble and others, being the land which was conveyed by W. T. Connell and wife to John H.

Stoutamyer, and wife, by deed dated October Ist, 1901, of record iv Augusta county clerk's office in 1). B. No. 135, p. 236.

upon the following: TEMRS, to fourth cash in hand on day of sale, and the residue in 3 equal annual instalments, due in 1, 2 aid 3 i ears from the day ot sale, with interest from the day of sale, payable annually, evidenced by tbe bonds of the purchaser with approved personal security, waiving the homestead exemption, and the title retained as ultimate security, said purchaser to keep the buildings fully insured for the benefit of the fund until his purchase money is paid. This farm contains good buildings and is in a good state of cultivation, making a very desirable property. RUDOLPH BUMGARDNER, Commissioner. Harry Burnett, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Augusta county, do hereby certify that Rudolph Bumgardner, commissioner, appointed by decree of sale in the chancery cause of John H. Stoutamyer.Jr.

vs. Betty Hazel Stoutamyer, et has executed the bond required by said decree in said cause. HARRY BURNETT, nov 15 tds Clerk. Stonewall Jackson Camp. Stonewall Jackson Camp C.

V. met in regular session in the camp hall. Tuesday night. Commander Pace presided. After prayer by Chaplain Gregory, adjutant Stribling called tbe roll of officers and read tbe minutes of tbe previous meeting which were approved.

The new desk for tbe adjutant is a great addition to tbe furniture of the ball. Comrades Timberlake, Ranson. Bumgardner and Finley were appoint ed a committee to arrange for a speaker for Lee-Jackson anniversary exercises which will be held next time on January 20th. Comrades Scott and Gregory each offered their churches for a sermon on Lee's birthday and the same committee appointed for a speaker for the 20th is to decide on which church will be accepted and select a preacher for tbe occasion. Captain Harman Hiner of Highland county, who served through the war in the 62nd Virginia Infant'v, was present and delivered a most excellent address.

He paid a glowing ST oute to the late Captain Frank B. Psrkeley, saying "No nobler Virginnn ever lived." Captain Hiner's coiapliment to the women of the confederacy was also feelingly expressed. Ho thinks their noDle self-sacrifice should be impressed upon all of the younger generation wbo did not see fo themselves what they did. A -ote of thanks was tendered Captain Einertor his address. Capt.

Hiner made application for membership to tbe camp and as soon as his papers are filled out he will be elected to membership. A Most Interesting Record. following appeared in Virginia Heraldry in the Baltimore Sun of Oct, la, 1907 Messrs. Editors: The interest which your widly-read paper takes in Virginia herald -y, and the many historic facts brought to light from time to time by correspondents, of great value to the student of Colonial and early national life, indue es me to call your attention to a paper of rare historic value, dating back a century and a half ago, and which contains a list of the officers and men in "the courts-martial and military proceedings," in Augusta county, Va. from 1756 to 1815.

Doubtless thousands of Americans living today are tbe descendants of those whose names are given in said list, and would be glad to have any record of their ancestors at that early period. But tbe paper is of special value, as it embraces tbe entire Revolutionary war, and tbe war of 1812, and contains 7,000 names. The list referred to is In the poses, sion of Mrs. General Romeyn B. Ayres of Leefburg, Virginia.

New York City. J. H. E. VV.

O. Sydnor, General Freight agent for the C. O. West Virginia, was in town this week. He has recently changed his head quarters from Staunton to Charleston, and no longer has the territory east of Clifton Forge.

He is well known to and is very popular with many of the older business men, having been agent at Millboro for a number of Since moving to this territory the responsibilities of his office have greatly Increased. In a number of particulars it will be a great conveniences to tbe shippers here, and especially in tbe matter of claims for da mage or loss in transit as these are investigated by and paid direct from his office, thus saving one to six months time. Mr. Sydnor is the father of our own very ofllcient agent, F. M.

Sydner, wbo seems to have inherited bis father's capacity for work and popularity. Pocahontas (W. Va.) Times. NOTICE TO is hereby given that the STATE TAXES for the year 1907, are now due and ready for collection. All persons failing to pay by DECEMBEE Ist, 1906, will be charged Five per cent.

Additional, ant 1 their tickets turned over to the Deputy Tr assurer for immediate collection. ABISTA HOGE, Treasurar, nov 22 2t City of Staunton, Va. NOTICE! No hunting allowed on my farm; any person so doing will be prosecutec to the full extent of the law. nov L. S.

H. KOIVEB. "If Its Good and New. We Have it." A CARD! extend to you a cordial invitation to visit Our Store when in the city, whether you buy or not. Our Stock is Large and Up to the Highest Standard in Quality.

Our Prices are right. We carry a fu'l line of Men's and Boys' Furn.shing Goods, Shoes, Hats, Trunks, Leather Bags and Suit Cases, mail orders given spechl attention and goods cheerfully exchanged if not satistactory. WOODWARD SONS, Men's and Boy's Outfitters. STAUNTON, VA, New Fall Hats WE are now showing a complete assortment of all the NEW FALL SHAPES. Come in and let us Design One for you.

VV. S. KNISELEY. No 18 E. Main Street (Witz Building), Staunton, Va.

MAYOR OF SUNBURY Says Pe-ru-na Is a Good Medicine. Hon. C. C. Brooks, Mayor of Sunbury, Ohio, also Attorney for Farmers' Bank and Sunbury Building and Loan writes: "I have the utmost confidence In the virtue of Peruna.

It la a great medicine. I have used it and I have known many of my friends who have obtained beneficial results from its use. cannot praise Peruna too highly. THERE are a host of petty ailments which are the direct result of the weather. This is more true of the excessive heat of summer and the intense cold of winter, but is partly true of all seasons of the year.

Whether lt be a cold or a cough, catarrh of the head or bowel complaint, whether the liver be affected or the kidneys, the cause is very liable to be the same. The weather slightly deranges the mucous membranes of the organs and the result Is some functional disease. Peruna has become a standby in thousands of homes for minor aitmerits of this sort. Buying Clothes! moderate prices, and assure you that peace of mind and well dressed feeling that always goes with just right Clothes. We have the exclusive sale of Hamburger's high grade clothing.

JOS. L. BARTH No. 9 S. Augusta Stauntn, Va.

I TEETH Try our New Improved Artificial Teeth that are held by the Rugae secret process known'only to us. Nartrnuc Ponnlp and those wbo dread having IBrVUUo rcUpiC theirteethextractedorother work done are earnestly invited to call at our office where we will demonstrate to their entire tion our claim.for PAINLESS DENTISTRY. Full Set Teeth (that.nt) $6.00 up Gold Filling 100 up Silver Filling 50c up Gold Crowns, 22kt 5 00 up Bridge Work 5.00 up PAINLESS EXTRACTING. If iv need of Dental work, call and have a talk with will advise and explain matters to you just what you should have done, and what the cost will be. We make no oharge for examination or consultation.

It is our business and pleasure, and places you under no obligation to employ us to do your work. a. m. to 6p. m.

BALTIHORE DENTAL ASSOCIATION, Marquis Main Staunton, Va (Over Switzer's Jewelry Store.) Wanted A Hood second-hand planer. WW dll ICU. Apply to or address, D. S. THOMAS, nov 1 It Bridgewater, Va.

BELL'S PETROLEUM I EMULSION This great remedy has been used and prescribed by physicians for the last ten years for the cure ot coughs, colds and bronchitis, with most gratify I ing results. Take no substim tute for this Emulsion, but insist on having what you ask Ilor. This preparation is manufactured and sold only by F. W. BELL Druggists.

I 11 1 3m Phone 159. This ffenrs Specials Whiting's French Crepon. THE KIND OF PAPER You have always paid 25 cents for Now 15c. The Pound. Envelopes to Match 50 for 15 cents.

Caltvell Sites Co, Book Sellers and Stationers. 7 MASONIC TEMPL.E. Where you buy Clothes is a very important matter. Sir Some stores bank on cheapness, others on quality. Our excellent Clothing at our Reasonable Prices, is cheap, and affords the man that wears it pleasure and contentment.

While a "cheap" garment at a price is always an expensive proposition, and in the end briDgs nothing hut aggravation aud disappointment. We Sell Clothes of Quality! Throe cool find us ready to clothe you. You will see here the best clothing the country produces. Suits, Overcoats. Raincoats, Trousers, Hats and Underwear.

that you can wear with pride. Garments fresh from the hands of makers tbat have no superiors. It you come here for you clothes, sir; we will give you a good scripture measure of value. Charge you very wnere trie ISSfe Door Opens mWSA- 111 tS Constantly fpPUI ou can heat cozy the draughty hall or cold room matter what the weather conditions 0 are il you only knew how much 1 N-) rf comfort you can have Irom a PERFECTION TI (HI Heater (Equipped with Smokeless Device) you wouldn't be without one another hour. Turn the wick as high WM or as low as you no danger smoke smell direct intense heat because of the smokeless device.

I Beautifully finished in nickel and I mental anywhere. The brass font holds 4 quarts, giv- I ing heat for 9 hours. It is light in carried from room to room. Every heater warranted. ..) I The amrt meets the need of the I stUQen a brigk 9 steady to read or Sr fay study by.

Made of brass plated, latest im- I proved central draft burner. Every lamp warranted. I If your dealer does not carry Perfection Oil Heater Ls and Kayo Lamp write our nearest agency. STANDARD OIL COJIFASV (Incorporated) A 9 ISAAC HAMBUfiGEfisSONS BALTMOBE SfASYlAlvn ej.