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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
CABINET-MAkING.

1E>i1E subscriber respectfully informs the public
Il that be has taken the Shop recently occupied
by Mr.. David Gilkeson, in Stanton, where he
will be prepared to do all kinds of Cabinet work
in the neatest and most fashionable style. From
his long experience workman, and the care
and attention he will bestow in the selection OF
his materials, and the execution of his work, he
Aatters himself that he will not fail render salts
faction to all who may please to favor him with
their orders.
He is provided with neat hearse, and will be
prepared to meet all calls upon him an under
taker, with promptness. u. SLONEKER.
January 4, 1912.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
Sales in Bankruptcy.

NOTICE to oil whom it may concern, shall
~ on Monday the 10Th day OF December lSAs,
at front door Of the Court House in Elizabeth
town, Marshall county, Va, proceed TO sell al
public au,on, the residuary interest Of Jacob
Singleton, in certain property conveyed to John
Gilchrst, trustee, tho 18th of October lS4l
also in certain other property conveyed to John
Gilchrist, trustee by deed bearing date goth Nov,
IS4i, as named in his inventory.
ALSO, the residuary interest Of Pearley Sharp
IN tract OF land, lying at tho mouth OF Big Grave
Creek, Marshall co., Va, containing As acres also
in tract ofand ON Little Grave creek CO.,
Va, containing 1 acres also in tract of land
on same creek, Marshall county, Va, containing
SO acres, as named in his inventory.
ALSO, one inoiety of an acre OF land lying in
Marshall county, Va, near the Ohio river, being
the same as conveyed by San'l. Tomlinson, to
Joseph Biggs and wife, as named and referred to
In the inventory of said Biggs.
ALSO, Jacob nj. Clarke's interest in certain
property conveyed 10 Sam'l. Howell trustee, as
named in his inventory.
ALSO, 500 acres of land on Ben's run, Mar
shall county. Va, the legal title Of which is in
inventory of w. Il. Richter,
ALSO, acre of land and saw mill near the
forks of Fish Creek; Of land and saw
mill near tie mouth of Fish Greek; 295 acres of
land lying the right hand fork Of Fishing creek
-one moiety of which belongs to Nathaniel
Shepherd, bought of Stephenson and Brouse,
subject TO deed of trust, and liens for purchase
money, all named and surrendered in the invcn-
tory OF Benz. S. Bailey
Terms Of Sale--Ons third Of the purchase
money in hand and the residue in two equal am
nual payments, taking bonds and approved Sc
curty from the purchaser or purchasers, and re-
tainng lien said real estate to secure deferred
payments. Sale by order of the District Court
at Staunton. g. CRESAP, Assignee.
Nov. Cow.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
NE STO & r.

THE subscribers respectfully inform the
citizens Of Stanton and surrounding country
that they have removed their stock of Goods.
which is well assorted, to the House formerly
occupied by James i. Patterson as Drug
Store, nearly opposite the Post-Ofice, i'll
Staunton. Their Goods were purchased OH
the most reasonable terms, and will be dis.
posed of low for cash, or on the usual credi,
TO punctual customers.
KYLE s TAYLOR.
Stanton, Feb. 10-tf
N. B.-Country produce will be received
in exchange for Goods.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
Administrators Sale.

On Tuesday the 18th of December next, at the
residence Of the late John Bell, on the Long Glade,
in the county of Augusta, will be exposed 10 sale
the personal estate Of the said John Bell, Decd,
(except slaves,) consisting of Horses, Cattle.
Hogs, some of the Hogs fat and ready for market,
and about 35 or 40 head Of Sheep, Wheat, c.
Glover Seed, Hay, Farming Utensils. u new IS a
Wagon, and Plantation Wagon, together with
Household and Kitchen Furniture.
The above property will be sold at public suc.
ton to the highest bidder, on IL months credit.
for all sums over S5-the purchaser giving bond
with approved security for the amount of his pur-
chases-For all sums under SIS, the cash will be
required before the removal of the property.
Those holding claims against the estate Of
said John Bell, decd. will please exhibit them to
the subscriber for examination, and to enable him
TO make preparation for the payment Of such az
just. Those indebted to the estate, will please
come forward and discharge their debts.
JAS. X. BELL, Administrator
with the will annexed. of
John Bell, decd.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
Trustees Sale.

RY virtue of deed of trust executed "a n.
- subscriber by John Kennedy, bearing date
the Goth day Of July, 1912, and recorded In the
Office Of the County Court of Augusta, I shall.
on Saturday the 10th of December next, in from,
Of the Post Office, in Staunton, proceed to sell az
Public Auction. to the highest bidder, for cash,
certain TRACT or parcel of LAND, lying -
bout three quarters Of mile from the Town Of
Staunton, on the West side Of the road leading
from Siaunton to Millcrs lron-wor ks, containing
by estimation about 40 ACRES,-part Of
which was conveyed to said Kennedy by John
Sperry and wife, and part by John l.. Boswell
and wife.
The title is believed TO be good, but acting a.
Trustee, shall convey to the purchaser only such
title as is vested in me by the trust decd.
VIM. KINNEY, Trustee.
Nov lT-tds
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
COURSE OF STUDY.

COURSE OF STUDY.
ELEMENTARY CLAss.-Readng, Writing, Spell
ing, the Elements of English Grammar, Elemen-
tary Geography, and Elementary Arithmetic.
Tuition in this course 81 per session of months
SECOND CLAss.-English Grammar continued
in parsing, critical analysis and structure of SEN
fences, English composition, Geography and A.
rithmetic continued. Tuition $l2 per session.
FIRST CLAss.-English Grammar continued in
its higher branches, Rhetoric. Composition, Com
prehensive History. Geography, Astronomy. Ma
tural and Moral Philosophy, the Elements of Ma
tural Science, familiarly explained and PRACTICAL
ly enforced, Geometry, Algebra, and the simplest
form of Book keeping. Tuition $l5 per session.
EXTRA CLAssEs.-Latn, Greek, French. Mu-
sic, Vocal. and Instrumental on the Piano Forte,
and Guitar and Organ. Mrs. Bailey will have the
cepton of the Greek. Tuition in French $40 per
session. Music either instrument accompa-
MED by the voice $50 per session, including the
use of the Piano Forte Guitar, or of the farlor
Organ.
Every young Lady, on entering the school, will
be strictly examined on the studies THE Elemen-
tary Glass, and ifplaced in the studies of tho high
classes will still be retained in the Elementary
Studies until she becomes familiar with them.
The aim will be to give to the pupil, first a
useful and solid Education, and then to supply
that which is ornamental so far may be required.
| No bills will be chargeable to the parent by
the principal except those of tuition here pre-
scribed. For all others, the parent must provide
when he places his daughter at boarding.
Every pupil must be supplied with Bible and
Porter's Rhetorical Reader.
| Boarding may be had in respectable families at
from SO to $40 per month. Application may be
made to Wm. Craig, Esq. or to the Principal at
Mr. Craig's house.
Sent. &. 1912.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
BROWN g 1gATlLWi2a
CONnIESSIo3g TIER SIzAIyTs,


EECEIVIVG AND FORt.dRDTVG AGENTS,
Ludweli II; Brown, R;chmorI Y;rg;njo
Edwin NJ. Taylor. 1''''''"'''"' "s''""'
A TTEND to the sales Of ToBAcco, WHEAT,
IN FLOUR, and other articles which may be con-
signed to them and to the PURcHAsE ofGRocgRIEs,
Produce, and any description Of MERCHANDISE.
They also Rcceioe and Fortoa,d Goods on the
usual terms. Their Warehouse being on the
Street next the Eastern end Of the Basin, their
customers will be saved the expense of one dray-
age.
They will advance libcraly on all consig aais.s,s.
REFER TO
SToRm, DUDofs & Co, New Vol
CALEB Corr, Philadelphia.
LEWIS WEBB, Richmond.
JAS. BRowN, in. &c
WI. KINNEY, Stanton, Va.
II. CRAwFoRo, Z" &c
MAYO CABELL, Nelson Co. Va
J. M. HARVEY, Buchanan.
Richmond, Nov. 3, lS42.--ff
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
Ore Of the best E.aK.NS IN Old
augusta, For Sale,


TIME subscriber being anxious to remove 10
Il the West, offers for sale the valuable Farm
which he resides. This farm lies on Christians
Creek, Augusta County, Va. about 8 miles from
Staunton, and 44 from canal navigation at SCOTS.
Vile. IT is extensively known throughout this
State, being the same on which James Mofhtt,
decd. resided, and besides raising large fami.
y, acquired large estate. 1t contains
FIVE HUNDRED ACRES,
about 800 acres cleared, the balance finely tim.
bered, near 200 acres limestone, the balance slate.
Nearly every rod Of this land is ,illabe except
what is covered by Christians Creek, and bran.
ches which pass through it, and water nearly
every field, has long been considered of
the best grazing farms in the county. The inn
proveinents are large and commodious
Ira STONE DIV Filing HOUSE, AuuA
Essm LARGE BARN, STABLES, ETEm
E-IAA CARRIAGE HOUSE, GRA- IL
merry, &c.
Any person wishing to purchase such farm,
would do well to call soon and look at IT, for II
is rare thing to find such one in market, and
am determined to sell.
Terms--One-third in hand and the balance in
three equal annual instruments.
JOHN X. MOORE.
Oct7
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NiAlal8lhl@ 4E0Ml5BSo

THE subscriber having on hand good mum.
- Der Of Tombstones of good quality, informs
the public that he is determined TO sell low to suit
the times, some indeed as low as and dollars
set. Besides, he is willing to take any produce
in payment, or give credit to punctual men,
Come and see, it is the best he can make this
season, fine Variegated Marble Tops.
sY Wanted immediately, SO bushels Corn,
and several tons Of Hay, for which good price
shall be given.
CHARLES VIQUESNEY.
Staunton, November 81, 1875
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08

The present Projectors pledge themselves to
sustain the high reputation which the Cotton from
the Richmond Factory has justly acquired, by
working none but the very best raw material, and
therefore confidently hope to receive liberal pat.
ronage.
JAMES Fl. JUREY. Agent
for the Company.
Staunton, August 10, lS42.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
AWGTI0NlnlaEo

JOSEPH JAMESON, respectfully offers his
y services to the public as an 8UCIIONEER.
He will attend promptly to sales OF LAND,
FURNITURE, STOCK, &c. in Staunton, or
in any part of Augusta County.
Persons desiring to employ him are referred to
john b. BREcKINnIDGE, Henry BAaE, William
EAGoN, or JOHN w. PIrrMAN, Of Stanton.
Stanton, Nov. 81.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
PUBLIC S ALE

I'm the 2sth day of December next, at the front
door of the Court house in Tazewell county,
will offer for sale, to the highest bidder,
TRACT OF LAND,
surrendered in tho schedule Of William Olford,
which accompanied his petition in Bankruptcy.
Said Tract of Land lies on the Clearfork Of Wolf
Creek, in the County Of Tazewell, and contains
two hundred and sixty Acres of good quality, and
well improved. Terms of sale: six, twelve and
eighteen months, except for so much as will be
necessary to defray tue expenses Of executing tho
decree, which will be made known on the day of
sale Bond and security will be required of the
purchaser, and lien retained on the Land for the
payment of the purchase money. Said sale will
be made by virtue of decree in Bankruptcy, pro-
nounced by the Judge of the District Court of tho
United States, at district court held at Stanton,
for the Western District Of Virginia.
ROBERT GIBBONEf,
Assignee in Bankruptcy.
Nov. 81, 1874
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
FRESH GROCERIES, &c.

I HAVE just received stock Of GROCERIES
L which will sell very low for cash, or at
short credit: Also, great variety CT CONFEC-
TIONARY, SWEET MEATS AND NUTS
of all kinds.
J. w. PITTMAN.
Staunton, Nov. "a, 1912.
GI- receive supply of fresh OYSTERS
every week, price 81 SO per gallon.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
10, 900 Nbs. RACHMOND
COYN0N YARNs0
At Factory Prices,
FOB CASH.
FOB WASHc

r2NHE subscriber, acting as Agent for tho Pro-
prietors of the Richmond Cotton Factory, is
now prepared to furnish Cotton Yarn ,ohotesaie
and retaiat the Factory ,choiesa prices, for cash,
at his Store in Staunton, without any charge of
freight from Richmond.
Country Merchants and others in want Of the
article. may rely on always finding full supply
on hand, of all Nos. from i to 90.
The present prices are as follows, viz:
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
New Shenandoah COMPANY

A adjourned General Meeting of the New
"a Shenandoah Company, will be held at Port
Republic, on the 20th day of December next
The attendance Of Shareholders, either personal
ly or by proxy is earnestly requested.
S. Fl. LEWIS,
fiUy 81 Treasurer ~, g. G.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08

COMMITTED to the Jail of Augusta County,
~ on the Cd Instant negro woman named
JUDY, Who says she belongs to Richard Mil
Ter, Of Madison or Green, and that she left him
at Fairfield, as he was taking her to the South;
and that she was purchased from Mr.. James
Crawford, near New Hope, in this County. She
is very black, quite tall, and about 81 years of
age. The owner can have her by complying
with the law. JAMES WILEY, Jaiior.
OctG
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
'W@YpH0Ma

TIME subscribers respectfully inform their
u friends and rho public, that they have entered
into co-partnershp. under the style and firm OF
H0oG & BLAIR, for the transaction Of a
general
GROCERY, PRODUCE, COMMISSION AND
FORWARDING BUSINESS,
IT SCOTTSYILLE
THEY have ON hand well selected stock OF
dry goods. and will constantly keep large sup
ply of all the staple articles in the GROCERY
LINE, which they will sell low for cash or ex-
change for country Produce. All Produce sen,
to their will be stored in dry. airy and con-
venient house, and sold or forwarded agreeable
TO instructions. and all goods, wares. merchandise
&C., from the Eastern Cities or elsewhere, con-
signed to their care, shall be strictly and promptly
attended to. They will give at all times the
highest market price for FLOUR.
Having every necessary advantage for properly
conducting their business, they respectfully soli-
cit share Of the public patronage, and pledge
themselves that nothing on their part shall he
wanting TO give satisfaction to all who may favor
them with their business.
PETER C. HOGG,
JAMES A. II. BLAIR.
Scottsville, September %, 1Si2.-H
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
AUGUSTA FEIMaLE SEMINAR
STAUNTON. VA.

MIR. g. MRS. BAILEY will open this Semi
I'VE nary on Thursday the 18th of September
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08

WHICH, SFVhtU IU--s'UU' IHdUP, dHu .
feet or inches high.-No marks known. His
clothes were fur cap, blue broad cloth coat, and
white Merseilles vest, brown cassinet pantal oons
and fine shoes. He wears an old watch. ii is
probable he has pass. and may have been as
sisted off by some i'll disposed person. He took
no clothes except those he had on him. A re-
ward Of SlO0 will be given for him iftaken OH
of the State, and $50 if out Of the county, and Sc
cured in any Jail so that get him again-apd
25 dollars il taken in the county and delivered
to me. GEO. BAYLOR, Sen.
August 25, 1SJ2--tf
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
500 @MW ARD

- AN AWAY from the subscri-
! 81 J: / I
II va ASber, six miles west of Staunton,
.ZRM on Saturday last, a NEGRO MAN
aE1M named HENRY, about % years of
EX age, a very bright mulaito, straight
-4A hair, almost bald on the crown Of
~ his head, gray eyes, and nigh,
rs-{A,ss pass for white man--heavy tongue
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
les AGIhfAG0

about Is of which are cleared and in good
state of cultivation, the balance well timbered-
The Improvements are good House and Barn,
and all other necessary buildings--l5 ACRES
OF MEADOW, not surpassed by any in tho
County, good ORCHARD. There is a fins
Spring in the yard and the Farm is well watered.
Any person desiring to purchase such desirable
Tract of Land. will do well TO view the premises
before the day Of sale.
TERMS-About one-third of the purchase mo-
ney in hand, and the balance in two or three in.
stalments, to suit the purchaser. Farther partic-
ulars made known on The day Of sale.
OHIO WILLIAMS.
Nov 81
@0- The Rockingham Register will insert till
sale, and forward bill 10 this Office.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08
Land IN Augusta Cor Sale.

HAVING determined to settle myself perma-
= nently in Bath County, ! will now sell, on
the 10Th of next month, on the premises, that val
liable and very desirable little Farm near Green
VILE, where lately lived, containing
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1842-12-08

VTRGINLA SCRIPE.vER,
For sale at this ofIice--Pricc 81.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1840-1842, 1842-07-30
JEW DAVIDs or HEBREW pI-AsTE,

JEW DAvID'S OR HEBREW PLASTER
I'VE peculiaTes of this ehonhca compound are owing
TO It's extraordinary effects NJ the animal dbI or
Them 10 the immediate OF disease pain aud weak
ness. -
However good internal remedy may be- this as nm
ekctna application, will prove Hillary
moving the disease and facilitating the cure IT. cases OF
local Inflammation, sehrofous affection, King Evil tot
inanmatoy AMI Chronic Rheumatism and in all case
where seated pam or weakness exist.
gentleman travelling In south Of Europe and Pa.
lestine IN lS0 heard much sail the latter place Il,
OF uc(as he considered miraculous
Ell, thai he was induced Try il on his person.
lung aud bvor acctou the removal VI which had the
chei object OF hsf Journey but which mad resisted the
gcn1a Influence NJ that bany and delicious climate He
soon iounu us health Improving AMI In few his
cough let him. the sanwncss of his skin disappeared
pain was rcinov ed aud has health became pc, rem
siaicl since that lime lie has heeu Recommending Il 10
MS friends and acquaintance for all fixed pains
such rs rheumatism, govt, head ache ache pain in
the side. hip, back aud limbs serofuous humors knois
agne in the breast weakness and pain In the stomach
weak limbs, amcncss affections OF the spine female
weaknesses &c No fcm subject pain or weakness
IN the back or side should be without H.
MARRIED LADIES'
~ uchcstc situations, find relief
wearing this plaster The apple Of this plaster b
tween the shoulders, has found certain re,ev ~,
colds coushs phihse and lung affections in their nrar,
stages u destroys inrlmaton by producing eopiaus ne
For partcularssc bills ACCOMPANIES each no. AM
directions. Each box con.ains 10 Rntcad si n,
eight nlasiors Price 5oeents per box For sale.
oc ~ div CIR q STEVENS
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1840-1842, 1842-07-30
DEAFNESS CURED.
scARPA's cOMPousp KREosorE


Iok the euro OF deafness pains, ard the discharge o
inaurr from the cars; aso all ttose able
noises hke The buzzinE Of lnsecs falling OF water wiz
.nr 81 stean, &C Ac., which symptoms Of approach
anh also generally attendant with the disease
Hmouli DC the heishtof presumption to Warrant
~ but Va pine out often OF date.
certainty that the results will DC happy and -
usisetory TO the patients.
Tie apphcaion ~ the oil produces pain. but On
Sonafy - agreeable aad pleasant sensation. The recipe
ior this ecicine has been obtained fscn an Enslisl,
huts OF Ereat reputation, who hiss found from hing OF
srtsao thai deafness. In nincieen of twenty
vas produced ei'Ler from want OF Ia TIC ncTves
" heat,nx of drynes la te ears, bi- object therefore
was 10 hnd something that would healthy cordi
non ~ th.-c paris Alter long series Of oxper
MIN the hfeosOic, In combination with great number
efnen'cns. hts Efforts At last crowned with
cess the discovery % this rrcpsra ION which has
cciyed The maine Of ScARPAiS COMPOUND kREOSOTE
ACourIiC OIL. hhss been used inthis unity about
ono year ana 80 wonderful has been effects IN curing
anu relieving the deaf ai from pure motive
W his now offered Ia the public, q II all may an op-
poruny OF proving It's efficacy long list Of certificates
might be gwen, but such Is the confidence la medicine
ana 20 hr Las been is reputation that but few Of ihc
VIII DC published u Is only necessary add, that III :
best ply sciabs ami surgeons Ia Europe aud ia This eoun.
Try supply just receised aud for sale by
lu 10 LYEtI. JOHNSTON q LYEIL-
J. PEASE & SONS
CLARIFIED ESSENCE OF IIOARHOUND
ANDY.
surp'y received.
- LfELI, JOHNSTON & LYEII
de ~ McElltloefs OH
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1840-1842, 1842-07-30
MEDICINES.
A REMEDY FOR THRUsH-CANkER
AND NUHsING SOkE MOIITH

HoUsANDs both young and old. bat espceiay moi,eIs
anl infants are every year consigned 10 the tomb by
NE ABOVE Stubborn diseases The misundc and
noranee oins prsciielng ply scisrs this d.
aso, s TIC consequent uncertainty Of cure from thor
presetpuoes ~ subject OF eomnsn rosaarS among all
nos WHO Lave suffered from the disease, or who have
Witnessed the suderings OF others
hthcreore. gives much pleasure, to be able ole
'" tihHc class ot sufferers Icmeiys one which has
Herer Jailed In sinse Instance la the aggravated
cases of tbs disease where the other und child
have been covered externally with cankcr
whole body, as well az internally.
Many are the cures We have Witnessed performed by
these medicines in the worst OF Thrush Canke,
and NHrsuiy Sore Mouth. where the patient ha,
rcen given over by number Of the most talented
ci1ns.
We present this eompound thus confidently. bcoause We
know u IL only to he tested To be Appreciated
oo - iy For sale by A a. STEVENS
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1840-1842, 1842-07-30
RESURRECTION, OR pERsIANPILI.s

SCPERIOh TO the Hygean, BTandreils, Evans, To.
~ mot, the Maichcss CpricesD Ssnave lndan Purga-
tive any Other Pills OF Compound before the public
ceuhed 10 by Phys cians and others condemn
they will
Is settled point with all who have used the We.
getabe PERSIAN PILLS that they pre.eminently the
best and most elicacious FAMILY MEDICINE thai has
yet been usedin America If every family could become
with their Sovereign power disease they
would Keep them andbe prepared with a sure REMEDY
TO apply the FIRST appearance disease and thcn how
much distress would be avoided and money saved as wen
as the lives OF thousands who hurried Of time by
nesleciing disease in its FIRST stages by not being in
possession OF remedy which they PLACE ependcuce
RichmOud, by A. a. STEvENR.Ast