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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
GreenVille Academy

THE Trustees have elected DAVID
Al. Witt, principal Of this institution
for the ensuing year. The first session
Of five months will commence on the
first Monday in March. Mr.. Willis
testimonials amply sustain his reputation
as gentleman of talents aud education,
and satisfactorily prove his ability to
discharge the office Of faithful instruc>
tor. A liberal and systematic course of
studies will be pursued, in preparing
young gentlemen for college, and for the
various occupations Of life. The Trus-
tees feel confident that no place COM
bincs greater advantages for health,
study and retirement, than the institu-
ton under their charge, its location be-
ing eligible, and remote from the haunts
of dissipation.
TERMS.
The fee for tuition Of fire month";
Languages Sl2 90
Higher branches Of English 900
Elementary branches 6 25
Good boarding in respectable private
families can be had both in the village
and adjacent neighbourhood: on accom-
modating terms. A close and rigid ex :.
animation will take place at the end of
each term. to which patrons and the
friends OF science and literature are re i.
specially invited to attend. Parents
and Guardians wishing to enter their
Pupils, will do SO as early as possible
ISAAC HALL, Prest.
ALEXR, d. McCORKIE,
BALLARD SMITH,
Nc G. PATTON,
JAMES Nj. LILLY,
VIM. L1GHTNER, Trustees.
B. +. GRAHAM, Secrefury.
Greenville, Augusta Co., Va. Jan 81.
Rockingham Register, wiH insert The
dbors until The lstof April. and forward
account to his office.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
IN CHANCERY.

Virginia, TO wit: AT Rules held in the
Clerks office of the Circuit Superior Court
OF Law and Cbancery Tor Augusta County
February the 9TH, 1899.
Jacob Fackler, administrator with the will
annexed Of Jacob Peck, deceased, plain.
tiff-against
Joshua Reed and Hannah his wife, Joseph
Peck and James l.. Woodvile defendants
The defendants Joshua Reed and Hannah
his wife,not having entered their appearance,
and given security according TO the ACT OF
Assembly, and the Rules Of this Court, and
!! appearing by satisfactory evidence, that
They are not inhabitants OF this Common-
wealth: II is ordered. that the SAID defen-
dants do appear here OH The first day Of the
next term, (l0th Of June) and answer the
bill Of the plaintiff, and that copy OF this
order be forthwith inserted 10 some news
paper printed IN Staunion for two months
excessively, and posted al the front door of
the Court house Of this county.
A copy-Tesie,
N1CH'S G. KINNEY, c. G.
February T.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
IN CHANCERY.
February 7.

VIRGINIA, TO WIT Al a County
Court Of augusta, held at The Court
house on the 2SM day Of January,
lS39-
George Clinebill, William Lowmap and
Margaret his wife, LATE Margaret Cline>
bill, Benjamin CIinebilI. Henry CliDebil,
John Barclay and Caibsrine his wife, late
Catherine C!jncbill Alexander Aiken and
Jane his wife, late Jane ClinebilI, and
David Clinebili, Plaintiffs,
Elizabeth Clinebill, Robert Garden and
Mary his wife, and Susan CliEebill, de-
PENDANTS.
This cause coming on TO be heard this
2Stb day OF January 1880, upon The bill Of
the plaintiffs ard an application founded
ihereupoD for sale OF lands in the bill men
TONED; and il appearing to The satisfaction
Of The Court, That the defendants are non.
residents Of this Common ealtb Ii is de
creed and ordered, that they appear here on
The 4th Monday Of April next, 10 answer
The plaintiffs bill, and that a copy Of this or
der be inserted in some newspaper publish.
ed IN The town Of Stanton for eight weeks
successfully, and another copy thereof posts
Ell at The front door OF The Court house OF
This county-and The cause is continued.
A copy-Tesie.
JEFFERSON KINNEY, c.A.c.
Feb14
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
IN CHANCERY.

VIRGINIA, to wit: At rules held in
the Clerk S Office ofthe Circuit SUPERIOR
Court of Law and ChaDcery for Angus
ia county. February the 9TH. le39-
William Edison, plaintiff-against
William c. Snapp and Adam Link, de-
PENDANTS
The defendant William c. Snapp. not
having entered his appearance, and CIV
en- security according to the act OF AS
sembly, and the rules of this Court, and
it appearing by satisfactory evidence,
that he is not an inhabitant Of this Com.
monwealth: Ii is ordered, that the said
defendant do appear here on the first
day ofthe next term, (lOth OF June) and
answer the bill of the plaintiff, and
that copy ofthis order be forthwith in.
serted in some newspaper printed in
Stanton for two months SUCCESSFULLY
aud posted atthe front door of the Court
house of this county.
A copy-Teste,
NICH'S C. KINNEY, c. C.
February Z.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
HOUSE AND LOT
lit .1UCYIO.V.

The subscriber will offer at public
auction in the town of Waynesboroush,
on Monday the 9Th day OF April next,
the HOUSE g. LOT now occupied by
James p. Hopson, formerly owned and
occupied by John Bowyer. The house
is good two story brick building near.
~ new. There is also, a blacksmith
shop and stable on the lot, and is desira.
Die property, situated on main street in
the business part of the town. Said
property will be sold without reserve ::
one,iourth of the purchase money to be
paid in hand, the remainder in three
annual payments. well secured. The
sale to take place on the lot at one o..
CLOCK r. M. and possession to be given
on the day Of sale, If required.
ID. GUTHRIE.
March 81 st
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
Hands Wanted.

The subscriber wishes to employ three
or four good hands, to work on the a
bove Machines to whom liberal wages
will be given; and as he superintends
and directs the whole process, previ-
Gus knowledge OF machine making is not
important,a good use of tools, steady ha.
bits and industry are the qualifications
requisite, and only such as possess them
need apply. Nj. M'KEEVER.
March FL
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
PU BLIC SALE.
The subscriber wishing to remove to
the west, will offer his
TAN-YARD

- - - n
in the town of Waynesborough, Angus.
ia County, at public auction, on the
29th day of March next, consisting OF
two town lots. The improvements are
comfortable Dwelling House, good
Kitchen and Spring house both under
one roof. with first rate spring water
near the house. The Tan Yard consists
OF twenty>nine watts, all fit for use -
the buildings are first rate Shop, a
good Bark House and Bark Mill, and
Lumber House, with cellar under.
meath, and complete Stable for six
horses: Also good Slaughter House
and other necessary out houses, with a
first rate Garden. This is a handsome
situation, conveniently arranged-the
buildings covering the yard from the
north and west winds, which is of much
advantage Tor the winter-AIso,
His stock of Bark and Leather
iu the, yard.-Aiso,
A Tract of Mountain Land
containing about three hundred Acres.
with eight or nine acres cleared and in
cultivation-the balance we'll timbered.
Also,
Three out Lots of Land, adjoin-
ing the town, in good state of cultiva.
ton.
This property is in good neighbour.
hood for custom, and bark may be had
in abundance. A farther description is
deemed unnecessary. Any person de.
sirous to purchase will do well 10 view
the property before the day of sale
Terms ill be moderate, which will be
made known on the day of sale, or at a
ny time, if person should wish to pur-
chase privately. JOHN DEAL.
Feb 81, 1S39-ts
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
NOTICE.

will offer at public sale for cash, on
Saturday the Both inst, on the premises
all the BRICK, and IRONS, the re.
mains Of the buildings recently burned,
on the LOT Of the estate Of VIM. Cham.
bers, deed.
SAMUEL CLARKE, admir-.
March 81
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
ROCKFISH GAP TAVERN

The subscriber having purchased the
Tavern esta blishment, lately owned by
Mr.. Thomas Bernard, at Rock fish Gap,
respectfully solicits share of the pat>
ronage Of the travelling public. The
buildings are new and in good repair
the stablIug extensive-and he hopes by
disposition TO please, aud attention to
business, 10 be sbleto render satisfaction
at all times TO those who may call on
him. BE. FRYE
Jan. 10, 1889.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
.Uisifne,y S.Ez0sssssUsnaA;i,g

Mrs. Whisen, and Sisters,
would very respectfully inform the cit.
lsens OF Staunton, and its vicinity, that
tnsy intend carrying on the MILLIN.
cry q MANTUAMAKING business
IN all its various branches, in the house
one door above MIR. Benz. Morris's, and
Immediately opposite the Washington
Tavern. They invite their friends and
old customers to give them call.
Stanton March l4--3t
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28

TAXES this opportunity OF returning
his thanks 10 the citizens of Staunton
and OF Augusta county generally for the
very liberal encouragement which he
has received, and would inform them that
he has made every arrangement for the
satisfactory management of his enlarged
business. He has secured the services
Of number Of competent workmen.
and hopes by his pnwearied attention TO
business to be able to render entire sat-
isfaction to all his customers. He has
received the
FAH & Winter Fashions
for 1888 s. 80. GOA full suit Of
clothes will be made at any time il
twenty -four hours. il desired.
Staunton, Nov'r %. 1888. -
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
Turnpike Company,

The stockholders Of the Stanton and
James River Turnpike Company, are
hereby notified that an annual meeting
will be held at the Court house, on Sat,
urday The 9Th day Of April next, for the
election of President and Directors,
and for the transaction Of such other Blu,
siness as the interest OF the COMPANY
may require. VIM II. ALLEN.
=, General Agent.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
NOTICE.

ALI persons indebted either to the
subscriber, or TO the firm of G. S. Larew
9 90; are hereby notified that have
lett all claims due, in the hands of H. G.
Iuthrie q George E. Craig for collection,
with directions to bring suit on all claims
unpaid on the first day OF June next.
, d. GUTHRIE.
March 2I-3t
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28

We. the undersigned, have examined
Mr.. Nj. M 'keevers newly invented
patent Ihreshing and Cleaning Machine,
and consider 1t valua Bile improvement.
The labour saved by it in cleaning the
grain as it is threshed, without any ad.
ditionai lorce,is an advantage we'll W or,h
the consideration Of farmers. We fully
concur in the quantity threshed, with
the above gentlemen. end we have no
doubt but more could have been thresh.
ed under more favorable circumstances
THOS. ]. NICHE.
BENJAMIN CRAWFORD,
NlCH'S. e. KINNEY,
S. NJ. WOODWARD,
WIN. H. ALLEN,
JOHN c. Sewers.
March 81
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
DAVID HEDRICK,
agency Commission and For
harding Merchant,
S COTTS VILE, VA.

The subscriber has located himself
In scottsville for the purpose OF doing
general agency, commission, and for
wardIng business. He will keep on
hand all kinds OF GROCERIES.
&c, which he will sell for cash. or
barter for all kinds OF produce which
may be converted into money.
DAVID HEDRTCk.
Scottsyille, Alb, Nov. %, 1887
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
Saddle and DEMONSTRATING.



Having purchased the stock of his
brother, respectfully informs his friends
and the public that he has commenced
the
Saddle & DEMONSTRATING Bu-
SineSs,
in the shop lately occupied by Frederick
NJ. Pitman, decd. in Staunton wi here he
will thankfully receive all orders Tor
work in his line. His materials will
be Of the best quality that can be pros
cured, and he hopes by unremitted at
tention TO business. good work, and
disposition to please, to merit and re-
ceive share of public patronage.
He will at all times keep on hand
Saddles, BRIDES, Harness,
Collars, SC. which he will sell on
reasonable terms, for cash, or on short
credit to punctual customers.
Stanton Sept. 6. 1888.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
Farm for Sale.

The subscriber offers for sale the farm
on which he resides, one mile from
Greenviile, in Augusta county, adjoining
the the lands of John Merritt, Charles
Crawford, aud Ohio Williams, and con-
tanning 235 Acres, about 100 of which
are cleared, the balance well timbered.
here are sixteen acres Of watered mea-
dow, and about as much more can be
made. The Improvements are good
EA log dwelling house, good
|askE8 barn, and other necessary bull
- dings--also fine orchard OF
excellent fruit. There are six never fail.
ing Springs on the farm, and a stream OF
water passes through the middle OF it,
which affords good scite for a Mill
seat. Persons wishing to purchase are
requested to call and see for themselves.
The terms will be made accommodating
THOS. C.. mitchell.
Feb l4-tap1p
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
Land for Sale.

am DESTROYS to sell Tract of Land
lying on Middle river, seven miles north
OF Stanton, containing
z66 ACRES,
about one hundred of which are cleared
the balance well timbered. The land
is in good state of cultivation, and is
very productive. There is oil this land
some good meadow. The improvements
are comfortable dwelling house, good
barn. and an excellent orchard. Persons
wishing to purchase are requested 10 call
and view the premises.
ROBERT VANLEAR.
March 4-tf
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
LAND FOR SALE.

WILL be offered for sale at public
auction. at the Courthouse in Bath
county, on the first day of the Superior
Court, it being on the 25;h of April, a
Tract or parcel of Land in said county of
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
500 ACRES.

on the top of the Warm Springs Nouns
tam, opposite the Hot Springs patented
in the year 81 TO William Crawford.
The title is considered good, but as Ex>
ecutor will convey such title only as is
vested in me.
ALEXANDER CRAWFORD.
March It's
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
Tracts Of Land

therein mentioned. Plats Of Survey
will be exhibited, and any information
in the mean time will be cheerful, given
10 persons wishing it. 1t is only neces.
sary here to say that Ilart's Bottom
containing over
Eight Hundred .9crcs,
has always been considered among the
best il not the very best Tract of Land
in Rockbridge county. The Mountain
TRACTS are intended to be sold as APP
pendages OF Harris Bottom. affording
abundance Of Timber, and an excellent
range for Cattle, and a good deal of ex>
cel.ent tobacco land. The Mountain
TRACTS contain about
az HUNDRED ACRES.
The Lower Plantation contains about
Five Hundred Acres.
aud will be sold sepera;e; it lies on the
North River, about two miles below
Harris Bottom. On this Tract there is
large proportion OF good farming land.
The produce OF these lands can be sent
to market at all seasons Of the year by
the River, and lies from ten to twelve
miles above the Blue Ridge Canal. to
which point the Navigation is good from
Richmond, and Lynchburg. aud the i'm
Provement OF the whole is expected to
be completed by the James River s,
kanawha Company in few years. 1t
is unnecessary to say more, persons wish
ing to purchase are respectfully invited
to examine the lands and Judge for
themselves before the day of sale. They
will be shown by Capt. 'Tinsley, or MI.
John Sales, living Oh the lands as ten~-
ants. SAML. Med. REID,
A. L. BARCLAY,
REUBEN GRIGSBY,
ROBERT WHITE,
JOHN ALEXANDER
Committee Of The Board Of Washington Col
Lexington. Feb. 26, 1899.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28

Alta meeting Of the Board Of Trus-
tees OF Washington College, held on the
22nd day of December, 1888, On mo
ton Resolped, That Samuel McD. Reid.
A. T. Barclay. Reuben Grigsby, Rel.
ert White. and John Alexander, be
Committee to sell the Harris bottom
Tract 81 Land, and also the Mountain
Tracts. and the Tract of Land cal!ed&
the Lower Plantation that the said
Committee advertise the time &c. of,he
sale six weeks, in such papers as thew
may think proper. aud then to sell at
Public Auction, the several tracts OF
land above specified. reserving one bid.
which bid the said Committee shall, be
authorized to make; and that the said
Committee be requested TO offer the said
lands upon the usual payments oil land
sold in this vicinity.
A true copy from the minutes.
EDW. GRAHAM, Sec'y.
IN conformity with the above order
of the Board of Trustees of Washing
ton College. the undersigned will offer
for sale by way of Public Auction, at
Harris Bottom. (seven miles south of
Lexington on the North River,) ON
Monday the 22nd Of April next, the
several
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
LUMBER WANTED.

Preparations are now making to build
an extensive addition to the Western
Lunatic Hospital, and large supply of
PLANK g. SCANTLING
is wanted for that purpose. Persons dis>
posed to furnish flooring. two inch yellow
common, or white pine plank, inch and
half, inch and quarter, and iuch plank
seantling for various purposes. such as
Girders, Rafters, Beams, Plates, and
Joist, will do well to call at the II spital.
where contracts may be entered into for
the same.
Cash to be paid on the delivery of
such timber. Application to be made to
SAMUEL NJ. WOODWARD.
September 6, 1888.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28
PLANK & TIMBER.

suitable for making the above machines,
tor which fair price will be paid. Per.
sons disposed to enter into contracts for
the same, will please to give him a call
M. Nj X FEVER.
March Ell
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1839-03-28

4Ntx1sk & Timber Wanted.
The subscriber wishes to purchase a
quantity Of
True American. [volume] (New Orleans [La.]) 1835-18??, 1839-09-26
ROWAND'S TONIC MIXTURE,


yUyEN Years have not vet clapsed since il was
Il first regularly submitted TO the public; but il
has attained the highest repu,a,ion: and has sup.
planted every other medicine for the Ague wIcrev.
ar il has been known and appr, cated Already
hae it been carried in every direction .nroughou,
tho United Suites, and still rcaizrs u,,ro than could
In va been an,iciuated Nv ,,a INNS, friends
Thousands of persons have no, only been relieved.
Int rcx,orcd I lie I,t uud v;u,r ,hrnuuh its ,u.u
~. and thew now chcer(uIly testify, at uyery Oh.
noriuntv IN i,s dr -id, a nd snrr,ue cffic,rv
ia compoScd Of sucb medicinal pr;uciulcs M arc
calculated to renew the healthy action of tho stom.
.ch l,v,r md o,bcr ;,n,,r,,r, I;,,,u,;y, oro.,s
the loss or winch hnrn,onv IL tina ;mmcdi,tr c,nsc
of tho d:scusc II il onn,rcn, ,lso that !, ,rod,
ecs an cu,rc ci,anyc il; lilo c,nd;,,n ri Tho .rs,-,,
| NM, ,or,o;uIr dos roys tim ,,,,;v, E,,,v o., ,,,,,
on. r III, oNo,;,r W., ,i, A, !; ,,dr
True American. [volume] (New Orleans [La.]) 1835-18??, 1839-09-26
THE FLORIDA LINE
:rA From Mobile to AuguP,a, Ge.

-
snSaS leaves Mobile every day a, three
saassssszes0 o'clock. p IN per U S mnil boat
for Halls Landing, above Blnkey thence four
,"st coaches to Peasnrc.a-thenco steam boats I"
Lagrange, where ,hsland route is resumed-thencr
via Mariana and R.nwnsvilIc, Fla. Bninb'idgr,
Pinder,o~ n, II winsville. Sanndersvillr 6, L"ms.
vile I" August, Ga, c"nnecing regularly with
he rail roa cars 10 Charleston, md the s.enn'
acke,. " Now York, Norfolk, Phil dptphia, etc L.
T.e siea"b"a,a are the besi for the service, and
the navigation presents more advantages than CAN
ne found upon any steamboat route in The south.
rrn regot.
The grea, i'm PROVEN en,s in the ronte have been
produced bv the construction OF fifty miles Of new
road, by the pr"prielors, VIZ from I.airnnge OF
Lafayette BAYOU, an arm ct Santa Rosa BY, :"
BryAnrs Ferry, OF the Chat,aho"chre river, 'cr
uiIcs ab,ve til" C"wtord. or ID above Cedar Bluff,
Whereby the naviga ION o, the river, and the cor.
s"pue", deteni"ns, and mnre recently the inc"n
ve"ient cross'np at the Cowiord, are entirely
| avoided, and n fine road from Mariana d,recs
70 t'ainbrid.", instead OF the r"undahou, road vim
Ghot nhoochrc, lessenng the distance ab"u, fort,
miles, and Increasing the facililles more thnr
once adsy
Aluo. { r,anch line of two horse stages ever,
| "'hey day nom H." kinsv!e, via Perry /" Macon
Ga connecting with the line 10 Savannah ant
Darien, Gen.
A mail steamhon, niles regularly bewee,
BaInbIidne mud A ra!nchicna. Trnvril' rs Wishing
t" reach any pom, Chat 'nhoochee or A lachi-
| coin. can take .,ron hoat a, Brownsville.
Mobile TO Pensacola -! and Roue-During III.
time "ccnp cd hv the rrpn!rs y, boats, the proprlc
tors Of the Florida llne will run line ot lnu
horse posi- c"ach"s every other dry between Mo-
ale and Pensacola.
Passerpere will enve Mobile a ; o'clock p NJ
in the U mail hna,, mud proceed to HALLS Land
ing, where tnur horse coach will IN waiting II
convey them to the rxcellen, house of Mr.. Charlie.
Hall, ! 4 mile distant, where they will fine
pleasant accommodations Tor the nj yht--lcaving
next morning, they will arrive in Pensacola ear
IN the evening, thus avoiding the dlscomor, %
nigh, IT veIlins.
dice Mt ,hr Mansion Ilousc, Mulc, aud ca
ins' HWcl, Pcnsar"'n, where SEA must he srsu
re-. STOCK TON l. Co., nv
True American. [volume] (New Orleans [La.]) 1835-18??, 1839-09-26

DOLDEAR'S Science Of Pennanship received, and
~ for sale at their permanent Wr't,nS ncaAem.es
No. 8 Chatres s,revt, New Orleans, lSS l'ioadway
New York, Danphine ST., Mobile. ~
1t is particularly designed far private learners and
schools and Is calculated for persons OF all ages.
the system for themselves. ...
Lessons are given nj slch houses Hlny suit the
convenience of a and IL classes formed in any part
Of the city.
Ladies' who prefer can receive cssons their ref
sidences
P"rsuns PAYING o .fse oil lessons are desired
O attend '.;'.N.rc 70 ell us hev wish.
SykR BROTHER,