Excerpts from the Pearisburg Gazette, 1872, part 1 - Giles Co. VA Pearisburg Gazette (Excerpts) Published every Saturday by A. Lloyd Fry, Editor and Proprietor January 6, 1872-February 24, 1872 ************* Married ************* On Tuesday evening, the 2nd inst., by Rev. J. C. Repass, Mr. James A. Price of Giles County, Va., and Miss Mary E. daughter of the late Rev. E. Hawkins, of Smyth county, Va. (1/6/1872) On the 11th inst., by Rev. A.D. Bolton, at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. George S. McClanahan, to Miss Sarah A. E. Mullins, all of Giles county, Va. (1/13/1871) On the 26th ult., at the residence of the bride's father, by Rev. G. W. Miles, Mr. H. B. Hull, to Miss Josaphine, daughter of Judge John A. Kelly, of Marion. (1/20/1872) Married-On Wednesday, the 24th ult., on horse-back in front of the Tavern House of Wm. J. McGlaughlin, in Pocahontas county, when the thermometer stood 8 degrees below zero, by the Rev. G. L. Brown, Daniel McCarty, Esq., a pensioner for service in the war of 1812, aged 78 years, to Miss Ann Gabert, aged 28 years, all of Pocahontas county. (2/10/1872) On the 23rd, ult., at the residence of the bride's father, by the Rev. A. D. Bolton, Mr. George A. Albert, to Miss Mattie J. Webb, all of Giles county, Va. (2/10/1872) Near Newport, on the 7th instant, Mr. John F. Walker, to Miss Maggie A, daughter of Hiram T. Jones, Esq., all of Giles County, Va. We return thanks to this happy couple for their kindly remembrance in the way of a nice cake that we-did'nt get. May peace, prosperity and happiness attend them through life. (2/17/1872) On the 15th inst., on Blue Stone, by the Right Rev. French, Mr. Wm. Harvey Peters, of Giles County, Va., to Miss Martha McComas, of Mercer County, W.Va. (2/24/1872) ************* Died ************* In Bland county, Va., on Monday the 1st. inst., Mrs. Fanning, wife of George W. Fanning, Esq. (1/6/1872) Killed-A youth named Frazier was killed on the 16th of December, at the Big Bend Tunnel, by falling into shaft No. 2 a distance of over 200 feet. He slipped off the platform which was covered with ice. His parents reside in New River.(1/13/1872) Near Pearisburg, on the morning of the 18th inst., of Pneumonia, Mr. Jno. Wall. Aged ___ years. (1/20/1872) Near Newport, in the country, on the 18th inst., of Fever, Mr. Benjamin F. Porterfield. Aged about 40 years.(1/20/1872) Sad Accident-While a daughter of Maj. John Ambler, of Fauquier county, was on her way to church last Sunday, her horse became frightened, and she was thrown, causing injuries from which she died in a few minutes. (1/27/872) At his residence on New River, on the 29th of January, of Pneumonia, Mr. Joseph Straley, aged 66 years. Mr. S. was one of our oldest and respected citizens. His illness was short, and his death unexpected and lamented by all who knew him.(2/3/1872) In this place, on the evening of the 1st. inst., _________________ infant son of Wm. D. Baxter. Aged one day. (2/3/1872) A Man Killed in Lee County-Daniel Herron was killed near Gibson's mill, in Lee county, Va., on Sunday, 14th inst., by a lad named Carter. Whisky was the cause. Carter made his escape, and is still at large. (2/10/1872) On Cloyd's Mountain, Pulaski Co., on the 8th inst., Mrs. Melvina Carden, consort of Mr. Andrew Carden, and daughter of Mr. Wm. Journill. Aged about 30 years. (2/17/1872) On Walker's Creek, in this county, on the 11th inst., Mr. Shinall.-aged 86 years. (2/17/1872) In Pulaski county, on the 12th inst., Mrs. Margaret Shepherd Cadell. (2/24/1872) ************* Other notices ************* Postal-W. B. Ranson has been appointed postmaster at New River depot, Pulaski county, in place of Jas. Owens, resigned (1/13/1872) Military-Gov. Walker has appointed Chas. A. Ronald, Brigadier General of the 19th Regiment, Virginia Militia. (1/13/1872) Land Sold-The 'Hale Place' belonging to the estate of Philip Lybrook, deceased, and advertised in our colums for sale, was sold, privately, a few days ago, to Mr. John L. Croft, for the sum of $5000. (1/20/1872) Heavy Damages-In the county court at Wytheville last Wednesday, the case of John Fitzgerald vs Noah T. Vaught for an assault and bettery by Vaught on the person of Fitzgerald, was tried. Fitzgerald claimed $2,500 damages, and the jury returned a verdict of one cent in his favor. (1/20/1872) County Court-The January term of this court commenced last Tuesday, and continued until Friday. The crowd in attendance was large, considering the weather. Not much "Rot Gut" was in circulation. A special Grand Jury was summoned, who found Indictments against Dr. W. B. Lovell, for felony and John Johnston, colored, for felony. William and Jane Miles, charged with murder, were tried and acquitted. The case was submitted to the Jury without argument. C. B. Mahood, Esq., was appointed Deputy Sheriff, and took the oath required by law. About twenty Deeds were admitted to record. Dr. Lovell, who was bailed at the last term of this court, was solemnly called and came not; whereupon a writ of scirefacias was ordered against him, and Wm. N. Harman, his surety. Later in the day, Maj. Harman made his appearance, bringing with him, Dr. Lovell, whom he turned over to Squire Peters, who sent him to jail. (1/20/1872) Unfortunate-Mr. James Keffer, living near the mouth of Big Stony Creek, while carrying a log of wood, slipped and fell; the log fell on and broke his leg. This is unfortunate, more so, because Mr. Keffer is a poor man and has a family. (2/3/1872) On a Visit-Mr. Absalom Fry, is now on his way to Texas, on a visit. He started on the 30th ult., and will be gone two or three months. We wish him a pleasant visit and a safe return.(2/3/1872) Personal-Maj. J. C. Snidow, our Delegate, was in town a few days ago. He is looking fine and fat, as though he was having a nice time in Richmond. Hurry up, Major, six dollars a day, hurts powerful. "Short visits make long friends." (2/3/1872) Moved-Mr. O. W. Charlton and James C. Eaton, having swopped farms, are now moving, Mr. Charlton to the mouth of Sugar Run, and Mr. Eaton to Charlton's Landing. (2/3/1872) Post-Office Appointment-William T. Howard is appointed postmaster at Lovely Mount, Montgomery county, Va.; vice Geo. F. Crush, resigned. (2/10/1872) Young America is fully developed in Pittsburg. In that city yesterday a lad aged seventeen years shot a school teacher in the head because the latter refused to deliever a letter to a young lady pupil. (2/10/1872) Returned-Elder E. G. Duncan and J. Greene Hale, Esq., were in town one day this week. Elder Duncan has been living in Missouri, where he lately married, for the past year, and is on a visit among his friends in Giles. Mr. Greene Hale has been, for a year past, traveling in Texas, Kansas, Missouri and other States, and has returned, we learn, to settle up business, preparatory to making his home in Texas. (2/17/1872) Our Sick-We are pleased to state that Mrs. A. D. French, one of our oldest citizens, who has been quite ill for some time past, is now getting better. Mrs. James D. Johnston, Mrs. Dr. Pearis and Mrs. P. Fowler are also improving slowly, and we hope to see them up and doing in a very few days. Mrs. J. has been confined to her room for several months and it will be quite a treat to see her again moving around, as lively as ever. Miss Mary Peters is not better and unless a change take place soon cannot be expected to survive. We trust, however, that a change may take place and that she too will improve. Master Emory, our baby, has not been well for a week, or more, and is still quite sick. Cause, cold and teething. (2/17/1872) Serious Accident-Rev. Jno. Smith of the Bland circuit, met with quite a severe accident, a short time since. While riding, during the last cold spell, his horse slipped and fell. Mr. Smith's leg was caught under the horse, and both bones broken. (2/17/1872) We regret to learn of the illness of our young friend, O. C. Peters, the accommodating and gentlemanly clerk in the store of D. R. Cecil, Esq., at Poplar Hill. Though fears are entertained that he will have a severe spell of Pneumonia, we are glad to state that he is much better, and hope he will soon be able to "tear a few more rags." (2/17/1872) Credit to Whom Credit is Due.-Rev. John Trigg, our colored preacher, has just finished his year's work on this circuit, and is now on his way to a conference, which meets in Baltimore some time this month. As to his character as a Christian and citizen, too much cannot be said. He has been in our midst, as a minister, for three years and we only speak the sentiment of all who know him when we say that he has performed well the work assigned him. His walk has been upright and his conversation becoming that of a minister. We have reason to believe that the cause of religion has prospered under his charge; and his precept and example has been honorable and pleasing to both white and colored. In this connection we will say, that as a proof of his standing in this community, the white citizens have petitioned conference to return him to this circuit another year. Owing to the existing laws of the conference to which he belongs he cannot, without special appointment by the Bishop, be returned-having already been on the circuit three years. But should the Bishop see proper to send him back, he will, not only please the colored citizens, but also, the whites. (2/17/1872) Letter from Texas: Gonzalas Co., Texas January 21s. 1872 Mr. Editor: I desire to say, through your columns, to my numerous friends and relations in the Old Dominion, that I (with my family) landed safely in Texas and have settled in Gonzalas county, seven miles from the county-seat, on the main thoroughfare from Columbus to Sanantonia. We had a pleasant voyage, and are now enjoying good health. Texas excels our most sanguine expectations.-All that man could desire to look upon, or enjoy in this life, seems to meet him here. In short, we are perfectly delighted with the beautiful valley of the Guadalupe. Respectfully, yours &c., W. Gordin (2/17/1872) R. A. Perkins has been appointed a chief postal clerk on the route between Bristol and Lynchburg, at a salary of $1,400 per annum. (2/17/1872) Convalescent-We are gratified to see Rev. McCorkle on the street again. He has been quite ill for a week past. (2/24/1872) Tripletts-Mrs. Benjamin F. Porterfield, on last Saturday, gave birth to three fine, large children-two girls and a boy. (2/24/1872) Court-The February term of this court only occupied one day, 20th inst. The weather being pleasant an unusually large crowd was in attendance. Very little business was done. The case of the commonwealth vs. Dr. Lovell, for felony was continued, on account of the absence of important witnesses. John Johnston, colored, charged with felony, was tried and acquitted. The last will and Testament of the late Joseph Straley, was proven and admitted to probate. Wm. D. & D. C. Straley qualified as Executors and gave bond in the penalty of $5000, with C. D. Peck and Jno. H. Woods their sureties. (2/24/1872) Mathew Aiken, Esq., formerly of this place, has purchased a house and lot in Wytheville, hear the Depot. The property was sold at auction and brought $1000. The Enterprise says Mr. A. obtained quite a bargain. (2/24/1872) Arrived Safe-We are pleased to announce the safe arrival of A. Fry, Esq., in Seguin, Texas. He is well and delighted with the country. He remained a short time in Seguin, and is now in San Marcos, Hays county, with his son, Wm. B. Fry, whose health is not at all good. He speaks of leaving Texas for home about the 8th of March; though we will not be surprised if he remains there until the middle or last of May. He reports all the Giles people, in that country, as being in good health, except Col. John Bane, who is not expected to live. (2/24/1872) "Gone where the Woodbine Twineth"-One dark night last week our town was relieved of two of its citizens. Hugh Hurley, with is wife, decamped, leaving behind a small portion of his household goods-such as he couldn't possibly carry-for the benefit of his numerous creditors, and "struck for parts unknown." It is generally believed, however, that they will turn up in Guadalupe County, Texas. We would like very much to have those two little dollars he owes us;--but then, as we never expected to get the amount no how, of course, we were not surprised, and having the consolation that we are not the only one he left "with the bad to hold" we will no doubt survive the loss. (2/24/1872) Submitted by Melissa Kennedy **************************************************************** USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for personal use only. ****************************************************************