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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

Netc Counteyfeit.-A fen dollar U. States
bill on the Bank of Philadelphia, was pre-
sented at the Branch here yesterday, and de-
tected as counterfeit. 1t was the first which
had appeared. The vignette Justice. sur
rounded with stars. The imitation is so &C
curate, that it is impossible to give any
marks by which the counterfeits can be de-
tected. The ten dollar notes payable at the
Branches, are printed from different plate.
The vignette isan eagle.-N. Y. J. of Com.
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DRY GOODS,
Wet7'Ct-aUG1'e, Glass, China,
Q9EeessS-ec0s'e, IRON, Castings,

&c. it is his purpose to effect sale
of all his STOCK on hand, with the
view of removing to Scottsville. He
will be induced to sell much lower than
GOODS of equal quality are selling in
this place. He would earnestly invite
his friends, and the public generally, to
avail themselves of this opportunity to
buy.
GOOD BARGAINS.-He is also
disposed to sell his
SfOre-HzOuse and Dwelling,
and two unimproved LOTS, pleasantly
situated for private dwellings.
HENRY HARTMAN.
Staunton, Oct. 81, 1881.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11
LAW BOOKS.
Blair s. COCHR.4.y'

HAVE just received from one of the prin-
cipal booksellers in Philadelphia, to sell
on commission, the latest editions of the
following
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

Death Of General UTlliam Barton.-This
tme-honored veteran, the captor of Prescott
N one OF the most gallant exploits of the spi-
rt-stirring days of the revolution, expired
this morning at his sons residence in this
town, aged SO years.-General Barton had
ben gradually falling for several years; but
hs was almost daily met in our streets, taking
ms customary exercise, until within few
days, when he was seized with fit, which
let him exhausted, and soon snapped the
slight cord that bound him to earth.-Let his
memory ever dwell in the hearts ofhis coun-
tTmen, and let history inscribe upon her
P'ge under his name D.: one ofthe bravest a
nDng the brave defenders ofLiberty.
Prov. Amer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11
CENTRAL COURSE.

Saturdays Race.-Tbe purse of $500 four
mile heats, was won on Saturday by the
Virginia horse, Trifle, who came out ahead
in two successive heats. The first heat was
run in minutes, and the second in 7 min
utes and 30 seconds. The competitors for
the purse were Black Maria Collier and MAY
Day, who won the Post stake on Wednes-
day.
The troiting match was won by Top Gal
liant, who gained The first and third heats
The second heat was won by Terror-Enq.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

CoUNTERFE1TERs.-Two young men
by the name of Atwood and Bryant,
were taken up on the 18th ult. at Kort-
right for passing counterfeit money
They had in their possession 4 fine
horses-a matched span of chestnut geld
ings, a dapple grey mare, and a black
horse; the grey mare has died since they
were arrested.
Several bad bills were found upon
Atwood, and bundle containing $696
supposed to be bad) was found under
a stone near the house where they
were taken. We understand that great
exertions have been made by the coun-
terfeiters, through their friends, to pur-
chase in the bills they have passed,
for the purpose of destroying the evil
dence of their guilt.-Delaware Gaz.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

From iSusSer.-We have been informed
by gentleman from Sussex county, that on
Thursday the goth ult. as the Jailor entered
the room OF the prison in which the negroes
condemned for being concerned in the late
lnsurrection, were confined, for the purpose
OF giving them their meals, they knocked him
down, and rushed out of the room. There
being but small guard on duty at the time,
one OF the villains was enabled to make bis
escaPe-one was killed by the guard, and an
other severely wounded-the remainder were
secured without injury. On Friday four of
them were hung in pursuance of the previ-
Gus sentence Of the Court. Pet. Int.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

600; and allowed Constables, in certain
cases, to execute process, &c. issued
from the County and Superior Courts; and
allowed them to take indemnifying
bonds. Having made the Office more
responsible, and important, it seems
necessary that the fees should be raised,
to induce men of talents, and fitness, to
become candidates to fill it. In some in
stances. two Constables are appointed
to small district and the Justices fail
totry warrants for many months, (some-
times 7 or s. which delay prevents the
Constable from getting as many cases as
hewould get, ifthey were disposed of
with CELEBRITY The present unsettled &
mutinous condition of the Slaves, re-
qlire more vigilance in him: and men
olpatriotism, integrity and talent, are re-
qlired to fill the office at such time.
1t is considered necessary that the
next Legislature should raise their fees.
ARISTIDES.
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GOOD BARGAINS.

THE subscriber having erected suita-
BILE buildings at Scottsville, intends en-
gaging in business at that place. Having
on hand general assortment Of
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

Premium offered Committee of
tie American Sunday School Union have
offered premium of 500, in addition to
suitable compensation, for an approved and
original work on the principles of the Con-
sttutlon OF the United States, particularly in
reference TO the separation of civil from &c
cbsiastical power, and showing the evils of
their union. The size of the work is sub
mtted TO the judgment of the author. Il
shuld not exceed 200 pages Is mo.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

Liberia "A letter from one of thu emf
grants 10 his friend in Norfolk, speaks of the
continued prosperity of the colony, and states
that one of their small vessels had been cap
tuned by pirate, and that apprehensions
were entertained that they had murdered the
crew. A British armed vessel was lying in
Liberia Roads at the time, and was going in
pursuit ofthe Pirate. Business was quite
Disk IN the settlement. There were six YES
sells IN the harbor of Monroyia, with full car
goes from Europe and America.
The Agent ofthe Colonization Society at
Norfolk has received letter from a friend in
Southampton in which it is stated that 245
men, women and children in that county
have resolved to embark for Liberia. Most
OF the men are mechanics, and all are said TO
be OF good character. The A gent has char
tered the ship James Perkins, of 325 tons
burthen, TO take out emigrants.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

Molasses from the Potatoe.-I have been
Tor some time persuaded, says Mr.. Guthrie,
Of SacketPs harbor, taking the data furnished
by chemists as correct, that sugar might he
dYantageously made in towns remote from
the Atlantic coast, from the potaloe and one
year ago, Capt. e. G.. Potter at my instance,
with great ingenuity, devised and construct
ed machinery and apparatus for prosecuting
the business As this is the first ATTEMPT,
within my knowledge, 10 make sugar from
tina troot, ON any considerable scale / propose
giving you full account of the business so
far as it has proceeded. He has used in the
manufacture three thousand five hundred
bushels Of potatoes A fair sample of the SUI
gar, or rather molasses, for "crystalized"
pure sugar could not be obtained, is now sent
to you.
The molasses forwarded by MIR. Guthrie
syery rich, and apparently pure sirup, and
has only slight popularity Of taste, a little
like that Of oil, that could enable ono TO dis
tlnguish il from the best cane molasses. The
strip IS nearly as rich as that from the sugar
maple and not improbably may vet afford
crystallized sugar.-Sill. Jour.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11
BOOMSa

which they will dispose of on the most
reasonable terms, for cash. A list Of part
OF their stockis hereto annexed, viz -
Cruises Dipest of the Ieren,y,s Eon;ty In
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

Hnasram. One ofthe bappiest anagrams
IN any language, is that which has been made
from Pilates question 10 our Saviour. " Quid
est bertas ?''--( What is truth y These
three words make the following auagramatic
sentence; Est cir qUi adest (Tho man
whom you see before you.)
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

The Baltimore Republican states that Mr.
Writ has positively resigned his appointment
TO the National Republican Convention, and
a meeting is TO be held for the purpose ofsup-
plying his place.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

II useful CitiSen.-The Fredericktown
Herald gives the following character, Justly
lue, TO PHILIP e. THOMAS, of MARYLAND
he President of the Baltimore and Ohio Rail
'oad Company:
"He is financier and engineer, mechanic
and artist; he can direct the drilling of the
laborers, or blast in rock-ever fruitful in
eNpedients, and interchangeable in the applica-
ion of them. In the language of friend,
he is up to eUery thing and if it was not for
his straight coat, he would make an excellent
commanding general of an army %
Remarkable Occurrence-A letter TO the
Editors ofthe Norfolk Beacon, from sub
|siriber in Southampton County, Va. dated
;4th ult. states that recently within the pc
Iod OF a few weeks, and in the compass OF a
wv miles, in that county, the following
eaths have taken place Capt ZhoS Gray,
ged rs; MIR. Ro. Kicks, aged So; Mr..
)irOn Kitchen, aged so; Mr. 14ndreus, "a
ed rs; John Norris, aged 90; Mrs. Blaru
}oyisin, aged so Mrs. Sarah Draper aged
o, and Mrs. Mumtord, aged 90 years. The
ges OF the individuals making an aggre-
gate of Cos years, and an average of 81 3-s
years each, and what is more surprising eve
ry one OF them continued active, and enioyed
good health to the moment OF the attack
which brought them 10 their end. We doubt
II The record Immortality any where can pro-
duce so singular an occurrence. The instan-
ces ofIongevity which il presents are of them
selves remarkable, but their occurring SC
nearly together, and within so small a space,
make them worthy OF particular notice. The
PERSONS are stated to have been very respec-
table citizens ofthat county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

Intemperance.-A letter from an English
Surgeon in Warsaw, states the following
facts -
&" II has been proued that ont Of one hun
dred individuals carried off by cholera, nine
ty toeTe addicted 10 the use Of spirituo1ts H.
quors.-'The rayages which this complaint
will make amongst the Russians must be i'm
mense, as they are in the constant habit of
drinking brandy Marshal Diebitsch used 10
drink brandy and punch frequently during
the day.
he women very rarely become addicted
to the use of spirituous liquors; and few of
them have been attacked by the cholera"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

THE subscribers have received great
part of their FALL AND WINTER
GOODS, and expect the residue daily.
Among the articles received, are
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

Scene in n London Printing Office.
"W hat are you engaged in" said the head
printer in a newspaper establishment 10 one
OF his compositors "In an eIopemcBt."
Stop" said his interrogation, 81 want you
10 fake a share in a murder -
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

Ohio Election.-The State Journal of
the Goth ult. gives the returns of the
members elected to the Legislature. as
far as received. which are as follow:
Senator's Renresenf0iires
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

The Iarlil Convention sitting in New
York has been fully organized, and will pro
coed Immediately TO business. Judge Will
kins, of Pennsylvania, has heen elected Pre-
sident. Hon. Joseph Kent, of Maryland,
the Hon. George Blake of Massachusetts,
Gen. James Tallmadge, of New York, and
the Hon. Lewis Condict, of New Jersey,
Vice Presidents Hezekiah lies, of Mary
land, Joshua w. Pierce, of New Hampshire,
Robert Tillotson, of New York and Charles
Paine, of Vermont, Secretaries.
Committees were appointed.
l. To prepare an address TO the People Of
the United States, affirming the constitution
ality and expediency ola protecting the
interests OF agriculture, commerce and man
ufactures.
2. To inquire & report upon any evasions
OF the existing revenue laws.
3. To prepare memorial TO Congress en-
forcing the propriety ofcontinuing the pro-
lection of our domestic industry, whatever
reduction of duties may be expedienton arti-
cles not conflicting with that industry.
4. To inquire and report upon the effects
of the existing tariff upon the agriculture,
the mechanic arts, the internal trade OF the
country, and foreign commerce.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-11-11

Reduction IN the Rate Of Erchange.-A
letter from Philadelphia dated Monday even
ing, states" We understand that the Unit
ed States Bank have put down the Exchange
on London TO Ten and half per cent.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08

ITO Philip II. Baird and Polly his wife, vm. VI.
Mccall, Benjamin Mccall Nsncy Mccall. John
Miller, adm'or of Benjamin Johnson deed, John
Thurman, Alfred Puryesr, Jane +. larnman, Leti,ia
T.. Thurman, John L. 1aruman, wm. J.. Thurman and
Robert w. Thurman.
You, being residents of this Commonwes lth, are
required TO take notice. that shall, on Monday, the
17Ih January next, at the house of William Hughes in
the county of Fuvanna, between the hours of i'm
the morning and in the evening take the de position
of the said Vm. Hughes, and Thursday the Goth
January next, shall, between the same hours, at nv
house in Hanover county, take the dispositions Of
Charles Hughes and Margaret Hughes-to be read as
evidence the trial Of suit depending i'm the
Richmond Superior Court of Chancery, in which am
plaintiff, and you aud Zacariah McGruder in his own
right, and adm'or OF Elizabeth Johnson, decd, in
her will annexed and the said Zacharah and Frances
his wife, in her right, and VIM. Thurman atlm'or of
Thomas Puryesr, senr. decd, and Edmund ID. Ford
and Frances his wife, Thomas Puryear, jr., WIN
Puryear, Sarah Puryear and Jane Puryear, are de-
PENDANTS If from amy the said de position should
not be commenced the respective days aforesaid or
being commenced not completed they will be taken
commenced on the next day. and so on from day TO
day until completed, between the same hours and at
the same places-when you may attend, if you think
proper. JANE PURYEAR
dec S-law4t*
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08
LEES
LEES
CELEBR4IED d H/GHLY IMPROVED
FAMILY MEDICINES

4 EE ) AntI-Bllinus Pills admiIabIv ndnn,eb r.
- carry off superfuous bile and TO prevent It's
morbid secrctions Price 25 and so cts nor boy in
tin boxes r. ' -
LEES Worm Lozenges. certain and poyyerfi,
remedy Tor destroying all kinds of worms. Price sc
cents per box, in TIN boxes.
LEE Elixir, 4 certain and efIcctua remedy for
obstinate colds, coughs, weak stomachs, &C. Price
81 per bottle. '''0
LEES Sovereign Ointment for The Itch. warrant
CD 10 cure from one application, free from mercury or
any pernicous ingredient. Price 37J cents pcr hoy.
LEE = genuine Persian Lotion renders the sk,n
Teichteiy SOFT ana smooth improves the complexion.
Prce so Cts per bottle.
, LEE Essence and Extract of Mustard, an nf;l
i'Oe remedy for spraIns bruises rheumatism. nurnb
ness, &c. Price s per bottle.
LEES Lip Salve Price so cts nor box
LEE Nervous Cordial, or Grand Restorsfive q
most valuable medicine for great and general debi,
ty, nervous disorders, loss of appetite &C. Price 81
per bottle. 49, -
LEE Aguc and Fever Drops warranted 70 euro
# taken according to directions Price IS cents no,
bottle " '''''' P''
LEES Indian Vegetable Specific, n certain and cr
'cctual cure for venercal and gonorhna Price q
each. box and bottle
LEES Tooth Ach Drops. which rive immediate
| rellcf. Price so cts. per bottle.
LEE - Tooth Powder, which ceonecs and bcou,;
! lies the teeth Price 30 cts. per bottle
LEES Eve Water, a certain cure for soro ovoe
PrIcg SO cts per bottle 80
LEES hnodync Elixir for the cure Of head aches
ICES per bottle.
LEE ) Corn Plaster, for removing and destrovio,
7TnS' Price 80 cts. per packet For snlc by
! l2y 1-Ibw McNEMARA
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08
SHOCKOE HILL ACADEMY AND
{, Y.DyN.1SJTTjJ

'RNliE Principal Of his Institution takes the pre-
"a sent occasion to return his warmcst thanks to
the public, G'r the very liberal patronage. which his
school has uniformly received since its establishment
Every thing within the power Of individual excr-
ton has been Accomplished to render this school all
thnt can be desired IN an Acndemical institution; and
the liberal patronage of an enlightened community
Is the best proof OF it's literary advantages 1t will
be opened again on Monday, the Sd of January
next.
ie'ns from SO to 60 dollars per annum, according
to the advancement of the pupil. Boardcrs can b.,
received IN the famy of the Principal for $3.50 per
annum. OLIVER. A. SHAW
doc
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08
BOOKS and STATIONERY

OBEBT I. SMITH respec tfully acouaints the
"a public, he has purchased from Collins & Co.
their entire stock of books stationery &C. in the city
OF Richmond, and that he will continue in the store
ities heretofore experienced by the friends and
toners Of the establishment which he thinks will not
be diminished will induce them TO continue their
favors.
The present stock is large and well assorted, and
he is sure that the most strenuous exertons of the
House will be used to increase its value and give
cIa satisfaction.
Richmond January 1st, 1851
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08
w inter Goods.

lSOiNr, Guflil, and fancy striped blankets
IL 81, 81, lO-i, Ill l2-l, and ia rose do
- some very superior. of our Importation
iiare's back, and dark mkt k"rseys for negro men
Dark striped nsey. for negro women
large assortment of Gcntlemcns Tartan plaid.
camblei, and plaid cambct cloaks
DO do of Ladies circassian, imitation Marine,
and silk do
Red hanncs of every quality; some Of our impor-
ln'ion, OF very superior quality
White do do do
Low priced dark mkt sattinets
Superior Oxford, steel, cadet and princes MKT do
Alarge assortment of cloths and cassimers OF eve
rs colour and quality
For sale. On very favorable terms by
10. 81 T. JAMES 81 co.
dec Ij-24t Market Square
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08
MalteB run School Gcooranbv-

a system OF school Geography, chiefly derived
L from Matte Brun, and arranged according TO
me nducive plan of instruction, by S. Grlswold
Gondch: illustrated by several hundred enprayinps Of
manners, customs, &c. of the universe Accornpa-
med by handsome coloured atlas of nineteen ma ps
Just published and for sale, by
doc % II NASH
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08

.hessrs John NJ. yic.Norough S augustus Cursor
IH ENTLEMEN: Please take notice that shall
w on Thursday, the 18th day Of January next, be
tween the hours of sunrise and sunset at the house
OF ll"zckis Ford IN the county of Cumberland pro
coed to take the dispositions of Stephen Cook and o.
theirs, to be read evidence in a certain suit now
pending III the Superior Court of Chancery. for the
Richmond District, wherein, am plaintiff aud Rich
ard Gordon, sheriff of Cumberland county, and as
such, adm'or dc bons with the will annexed. of
George Carson Sr. decd your. elves and others are
said dispositions shall not be completed on tina, day
the taking of the viii be continued 10 the next
day, and from day TO day thereafter, between the
hours OF sunrise and sunset of each day. until they
shall be in'shed when and where you NAV attend If
You think fl. RICHARD a RISON. bv
Gee 2-lawIT LEWIS LEARN. his .3tfu IN fact
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08

Chocolate, Loaf Sugar, Cheese, DC.
Receiring for SAFE per Schoone,s Dean Stct Taniry
OH and .V,nsrrG.
~ Cases superior Champagne wine
SO hhds sugars, I'd and Sd qualities
do superior Antigua rum
Choice Cognac br,rdy
Spcrmace,i candles
GO boxes "Jachsons" mould do
900 do various brands do
60 boxes Bakers" family chocolate
hhds very old and superior Jamaica rum
Cut nails, IN casks of 100 lbs each, from Sd to
20 penny
Cotton yaru, No. To 10
Sual leather
Goshen cheese, large size
Fancy soap m boxes
Salt, Liverpool i'll I'D acks
New furniture, sofas, chairs, &c.
Indigo ccroons
New England shad
Do behring's
dec east DAVENPORT ALLEN g. Co.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08
Chemistry of the Arts.
'E'IiE Chemistry of tho Arts; beino q

N OHC'h'oIiJ vi liiO hTtS; DelnD
practical display Of the arts and manufactures
which depend upon chemical principles with numc-
rous engravIngs: on the basis Of Gravs oneroiive
chemist adapted to the United Sates with treaises
tons.
By Arthur l.. Porter, Late Professor Of Chemistry
IN the University of Vermont.-Jus, published and
TOT suie y J. II. NASH.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08
NOTICE.

NOTICE.
Il H. BLhMlRE takes this mcthud Of informing
" rs customers ond the public ofhis dailv expcc-
lotion from Philadelphia Of n supply or E,cs5 C,I,rJ
Seed'' embracing every useful article for Kitchen
u"rdcn-and can, he believes with confidence. rc.
commend lb"m M genuine.
~. Is, >. ~. IL. feels thankful 10 his friends and
tno public tor their liberal patronage during the past
sPusnrh ~.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08
PARKS FASHIONS.


F4NCT SiLk GOODS. .UERLNO SH.3 VLS. &C.
'u'iE following elegant, new aud fashionable Silks
are just received, and now opening by the sub-
scribcr, and for lie a. reduced prices:
Rich chongcable figured LIonese," silks of new and
elegant patterns
Five pieces more of those rich and glossy black Ital-
ian Lus'rings, which have given so much satlsfac-
ton 10 former purchasers
Black figured mandarines TO ladies' in mourning =
desirable article
Rich lead coorcd figured Egyptancnno, 10 those In
dies waiting for the article
Elegant figured and striped orcntoline, for evening
dresses
also:
Red, white and black merlno long and square shawls
Thybet wool square shaws
Coored English rnerno cloths
Glossy white French saiiins
With many new and fashionable fancy Dry Goods
opening and for sale at
Il II JENKINS
Ncrlno Shawl, Linen and Fancy Dry Good Store.
dec 81
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1831-01-08

NEGiNiA:-At rules, holden the clerks office OF IIi,
superior court Of chancey for the Richmond district the
li day "l NuveWDor, 1890 Robert Rives plf against WIN
G.' aGn'or of Seymour Scott, dec tie sad WIN Gllia,
ana john tiat ~ Their rights, VIM. g. Pendleton and
Herbert A. Claiborne, dts
The defendant John Gar having entered his apnea,
aocs and gwen security according 10 the Assembly and
we '"' OF TINS court, a appearing by satisfactory eyi
orncc ilot ice Is nnaDau Ol
co. ai e SAID defendant do APPEAR O,h day Of
cue nest January en aud answer the bill Of plaintiff and
WAT copy OF THIS order he DrthW inserted m some
pIi pnbNhrd IN the city OF Richmond, tor two months sc
c'vey and posted ~ Tive front door of the capitol in The
'''''''"'' I'd" I'