davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13
PATENT OFFICE. Nav 81. Is

PATENT OFFICE, May 81, 1874
Gentlemen, The Coal that you furnished for the Patent
Office during this last spring proved very excellent and
used the same kind which delivered at my house.
It proved in both cases highly satisfactory.
H. L. ELLSWORTH.
Messrs J. PErTIpoNE & Co, Washington
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

CODA WATER, fresh from the fountain, at GIL
~ MANS Drug Store. fsb24
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

a. FOR RENT
M,I small brick house on F ST. near the Patent
Office. Possession given Immediately. Inquire of
JOSEPH INGLE,
at Mrs. Thorp's Boarding House, Penn. av.
aug l0-3t
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

253 Morehead's majority in the
counties 10 hear from.
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

- FOR RENT.
HR;fl A TWO STORY Brick Dwelling house on
street. next to the of l3 street. 1t contains
seven rooms exclusive of kitchen, is in good ORDER
healthy situation, and possession given Immediately
Inquire of G. ECKLOFF,
jy25-tf Penn avenue.
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

HOUSES FOR RENT ON CAPITOL HILL.
k;sA THE west three-story brick house, which IS
at any time by making application to J. w. Beck,
who can be found, at all times, at his Office on East
Capitol street, next to Capt Clements dwelling
Also: One two-story brick house, in the immediate
neighberhood of my residence, on A street east,
third square from the Capitol.
jy To- J. w. BECK.
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

We can produce many other certificates in accord
ance with the above j. PETTlBONE & Co.
N B. Persons who want their Coal low, will
please send in Their orders Immediately as will ad-
in price, owing to the great demand for manu-
featuring purposes We furnish at short notice
any quantity of Hickory, Oak, and Pine Wood, at a
small advance, for cash.
Orders received by William Narrower, Crate and
Stove manufacturer, 7,h street, and James Skirving
Stove and Crate manufacturer 10th street, Washing
ton CITY, Those who find it inconvenient to call in
person, by sending their orders through the Post Office
will be punctuay attended to, al our office on l4th
street, near the canal, by the subscribers.
augl3 JOHN PErTIBONE & Co.
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13
DANyILLE, PENN. Angus, 9. 1874

DANvILLE, PENN. August 2, lS43.
| have bought of Messrs Butler e. Co some hundred
tons of their Anthracite Coal and sold persons for diff
ferent uses and used consde rabe of it myself For
burning in stoves and graes do pronounce it good
Coal MS ever have made of; and every person to
whom have sold the Coal say they have never used
nything they liked better. JOHN G. GRiER.
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

MAY %, IoFf
purchased last year. from Messrs John Petbone g.
Co, what he called the Butler Coal. never used n
finer article of fuel. When can find the Butler Coal
shall inquire for any other kind for persuaded
there is none better. JAMES HOBAN.
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

VIZ Prints AND OIL
w ALLACE ELIOT s. CO., corner off and 18th
streets, have on hand for sale
White Lead in OIL pure, extra, and No.
Chrome, Paris and Imperial Greens
Pure Verdgris, Chrome Yellow
Lnseed Oil, &c., &c. je 81
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

OFFICE SECRETARY SENATE, June ], 1874.
NIessrs Petbone O. Co. furnished q small quantity Of
Coal for the furnaces Of the north portion Of the Capitol
and was reported to be Of good quality They also
during the last winter several tons of the kind Of
Coal and entirely satisfied with it. finding but little
there being scarcely any clinker left w. HICKEY.
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13
Majority for Graham, thus far 1913
The following counties rem ain to be heard from

and below is the vote in 1912:
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13


purchased Butler Coal from John Pettbone Co. last
fall and found 1t very superior article.
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

n THE JUVENILE REPOSITORY,
OONTAIN IN G lessons and stories for the young,
in volumes.
Sacred History, old Testament, from the London
edition.
day class.
New Books Just published by the General Protes-
tant Episcopal Sunday School Union.
N. B. Sunday school teachers and others will find
at the store of K. FARNHAM, corner of llth street
and Pennsylvania avenue, depository of most OF the
books, &c. published by the American Sunday School
Union and the General Protestant Episcopal sunday
School Union. N3i
BULBS COMPOUND EXTRACT OF S.aRS.aPa
RILLA.
C. H. JAMES,
an,a Corner l4th and E SITS.
The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-08-13

------ WASHINGTON June Z3tll I644
Gentlenea Having used your Coal, can cheerfully
recommend being of superior quality for easy ignition
and culinary purposes Respectfully,
J. PETTIBoNE d Co. VIM SKlRVlNG.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
TWO VERY VALUABLE AND HIGHLY IMPROVED
FARMS, TOWN LOTS, AND
HOUSES, FOR SALE.


NOR the information of persons at distance.
u unacquainted with the property, il may be ne.
cessary TO state that the above Farms lie in the
heart of the Valley Of Virginia, and, for exceed
ing fertility of soil, Ga great portion of which s
,hickly set in clover, salubrity ofclimate and ex
celience OF society; for the large body of wood
land, and it's convenient contiguity to town.
(where are established several male and female
Seminaries OF the highest order-the Western
Asylum Of Virginia-and the Institution for the.
education Of the Deaf, Dumb and Blind,) il has
but few parallels.
In pursuance Of the last will and testament, of
John q. Sewers, decd, shall proceed to sell at
public auction, on Monday, the eth of May next,
that being court-day--
One Tract of Land, lying ono mile north Of
Staunton, on the Parkersbnrg road, containing a.
bout 90 Acres, with good Grist Mill thereon,
and never failing water power.
one Tract OF Land, lying two miles north OF
S'aun'on' on the Parkersburg road, containing a.
bout 94O Acres, 200 of which are heavily timber
ed; irrigated by strong stream of water from
TWO never failing and large springs; having Over
seers' and Negro Houses, Dairy, Barn, Stable.
and Grainery; also, young fourishing Apple
and Peach Orchard, which has been yielding
choice fruits for few seasons past,
One Tract Of Land, lying miles north of
otaunton, ON the Parkersburg road, and extending
back to the Hottie Mill road, containing a.
bout 300 Acres, one moiety Of which has luxu-
RANT anu lowering growth OF heavy timber.
fine building town Lot, between New and
Augusta streets, containing about Acre.
do. town Lot, lying on Market street, above
Frederick, containing half an Acre.
story Brick and Succeed Dwelling House,
with the usual Out-houses, Apple Orchard, and
Garden. fronting on Frederick street.
story Brick and Succeed Dwelling House,
with the usual Out-houses, besides a two story
Brick Office, fine Garden, and large turfed Yard,
between New and Augusta streets above Freder-
ick.
2 story Brick SsOre-hOuse, on New street.
story - 1"
IL Dwelling House,
Stone Spring House,
ALSO, valuable personal property, consisting
Of Road Wagon and Team, Oxen, Mich Cows,
Hogs, Blacksmith and Farmers Tools, Corn,
Rye and Wheat.
Sale Terms of Real Esiate.-One fourth in
hand-ihe balance in l, . and 3 years, the title 10
the property being withheld till payment is made
in full.
Terms of Personal Property.--A credit of 10
months will be given on all sums over S2O-over
$40 and under $50, 9 months, and cash for all
sums under Sl0-the purchaser giving bond with
approved personal security.
IL. J. CRAWFORD, Acting Ex'or.
Of John e. Sewers, decd.
Staunton, Va, Feb. 80, ISi4.-ts.
GI-Thc Richmond Wing, Rockingham Register and
Chambcrsburg (Pa) Wing will publish the portion of
the above adv. in reference the sale of the Farms
once week till sale, and send copy TO the advertiser
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
DR.. TAYLOR'S
EgGgSSeg sss OfKSEea'sssss.E

FHoM 3I6 BowEKY, NJ Y, AT REDUCED PnIcE.
Large Bottles s i G0-SmaN do. 81. EVIDENCE is
daiy received olthc efficacy of the LVcrwort curing
pulmonary complaints. The following is an extract
from letter received short time since
a. Dear SIR For more than Is years have been al
nctcd with affection of the liver which has al times
caused me much suffering and distress particularly while
under the influence OF what is usually termed cold has
the PAIN IN breast been particularly distressing Last
winter and spring became alarmed the symptoms in
my case The distress in my breast great and seem
cd 10 be permanently seated. For considerable time
aiho rcsorted TO my usual remedies, experienced no
relief but felt myself growing Having some
knowledge OF DR. Tsylor's Baisam Of Lircrwort pur-
chased bottle and commenced using il. Before had
used II three days felt scnsbly relieved and by the
time the contents of the first bottle the pain
IN my breast had entirely disappeared, and there Ma,
been no return Oft since. Yrs, SC. Jso b. SEmANs
Editor of the Tippecanoc Journal, - Indiana
The Basam rs specific for coughs colds consumption
liver complaints and all diseases of the chest and lungs
N b. See that the steel plate label is each bot
tie to prevent countcrcits without which is gcnu
inc, and buy Of A. ID. WREN & Co
March 7-Sm Sole agents for Staunton
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
Valuable Land for Sale.


"a Il subscribers having determined to remove
to the Western Country, offer for sale the farm
upon which they now reside, situated on Jackson's
River, in the County of Allegheny, miles above
the town of Covng.on. and about one and half
miles from the Jackson's River Turnpike, (known
as the Widow Mann's place.) The old tract
contains 205 Acres, every acre of which is arabic
except a few acres which are taken up by the
Falling Spring Branch,r unnng through corner
ofit. This tract is well adapted to the growth of
all kinds of Grain, Hemp, and Tobacco, and not
surpassed for its fertility, by any farm on the
river. Contiguous TO the old tract there is sur
vey OF l55 Acres, of well timbered iand-both
OF said tracts contain a portion of the Falling
Spring Branch, which affords abundant facilities
for the working of any machinery that man may
desire TO erect. The society of the neighborhood
is good; there is Church in sight of the mansion
house. Terms will be made accommodating to
the purchaser. Persons desiring to purchase will
be shown the land by either of the subscribers,
Gall of whom live on the pace.) If not sold by
private contract between this and the 5th day OF
June next, ii will be sold on that day, at public
auction, on the premises, TO the highest bidder
Persons wishing TO accommodate themselves with
desirable farm had better take care.
]. MANN,
A. G. MANN,
WILLIAM MANN,
G. GRIFFITH,
S. KINCAID.
March Of 1874
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
TAN YARD IN STAUNTON,
FOR SALE.

TIME subscriber as the Agent of Messrs. Gary
Drummond of Norfolk, will offer for sale,
a, public auction, before the front door Of b.
crawford d Cos Store. in Stanton, on Monday
the 9th day of May next, the Tan Yard with its
apPurtenances, formerly owned and occupied by
Jacob FackIer.
The Yard contains twenty Watts, and large
Bark House, Curry;ng House, and the other ne
cessary conveniences for tanning operations.
The property is well situated for business, be-
ing within $50 yards OF the Courthouse, and
having plentiful supply of water.
There is probably no better situation for carry
ing on the Tanning business TO te found in the
Valley, than is now presented in Stanton.
Terms made known on the day of sale.
A. II. Ill. STUART.
Anil [. 1871.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
ROP SAILS
FOR publishing at Hsrrisonburg Rockingham County,
Va, a'Pirited Democratic Wing Newspape
10 be cntitlcd
IBE RARRISONBuRG REPUBLIcAN.

'ENHE subscriber proposes to publish in Harri-
sonbuTg, Rockingham county, a weekly De-
mocratc Wing Newspaper, with the above tile,
on neatly printed imperial sheet, at the low
price oil 81 90 per year, if paid in advance, or
upon Che receipt of the first number.
In the approaching election for President Of
inc United States, Virginia will occupy highly
important position, from the consideration that il
may be the decisive battle ground between the
which more Wing votes were poiled than were
ever before given in this State, shows that upon
great National! questions. the Democratic Wing
party is powerful, when reused into action, even
In Virginia. II needs only active and energetic
exertions to give the Electoral Vote of the Old
dominion to that distinguished Patriot and States
man, Henry CLAY, for President.
In addition TO its political character, it is the
determination of the Editor TO make the Repub-
Iican welcome visitor a. every Preside, by fur
nlshing weekly such supply of the current lite
nature of The day, as will prove acceptable.
He will also carefully collate, for the informa.
non and amusement Of his readers, all the News
OF the days the proceedings Of Congress and our
State Legislature, while in session, Foreign and
Domestic lntelligence--in short, all matters in
which the citizens of Rockingham. and the ad-
Joining counties, may be supposed 10 feel an ia
terest.
To tho Wings Of this section, who desire an
organ Tor the utterance OF their sentiments; and
TO all Others who desire to have in their midst a
Journal that will zealously advocate and defend
their local interests and labor for their gratiica-
uon, the Editor appeals for support at this time,
Inc FIRST number of the Republican will be is
sued as soon az sufficient number Of subscri-
bers are obtained TO justify the undertaking.
w. S. WARD.
Harri sonburg, April IL, 1874.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
.ALGlaM Able LAND
FOR SALE.

'NfHE subscriber having located himself in
Soottsyille, wishes to sell, and will offer al,
public auction, to the highest bidder, on the pre-
misses, on the sth day Of May next, that well
known and desirable tract of land called 90 Plain
Dealing wherein he has heretofore resided, and
on the old Road leading from Stanton to Scots
vile, and is five miles from the latter place.
In point of locaion-its nearness to market
and the healihfuness Of the siuation-this farm
possesses advantages surpassed by none and e.
qnaIied by but few tracts in this County. There
are on the farm superior frame dwelling house,
an excellent barn, and all other necessary out
buildings But further description is deemed
unnecessary, as any wishing to purchase will call
and examine and Judge for themselves, and to all
such, my friend Doctor Walker, who is residing
on the premises, will show iheys all its adyan-
tages.
There are in this tract of land 1918 acres. a
laege part of which is finely tlmbered.
Terms made known on the day of sale-and
they shall be accommodating.
ROBT. DYER.
April 4, 1S4i-tds
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
land for Sale.

WILL be sold on the premises at public auc-
w ton, on Thursday the 9Th day of June next,
the plantation formerly belonging to John Nevius,
jr. deceased, lying in the county of Rockbridoe.
on the road leading from Fairfield to Old Proyi-
dence, and about 3! miles east of Brownsburg,
containing about three hundred acres This land
is we'll adapted to all kinds of grain and is in a
high state of cultivation. There is a good mea-
dow and fine young Orchard, and the improve
mcnts consist of Brick Dwelling House and O.
Their necessary out buildings. Possession will be
given on the day of sale.
Terms will be made to suit purchasers.
MARTIN MENUS, Ad'mr.
AS the sale money is now due, all persons in
debted to the estate will please come forward and
pay up.
Apri! II, 1914.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02

NlRGlNIh.-At Rules held in the Clerks Of
fce of the Circuit Superior Court of Law and
Chancery for Augusta County, March A, 1871
Henry lnboden, Plaintiff,
AGAINST
Solomon CARRIER, Executor of Alien McCune. de-
ceased, Robert Wilson, James McCune. Mar
tina Wilson, and others, Defendants.
The defendants Robert Wilson, Martha VIII
son, Daniel s. Wilson, and Margaret his WIFE
George QHisenbery and Martha his wife, Pho,
mas McCuiiock and Mary his wife, John Harris.
and Mary Harris, heirs of Deborah Harris, decd,
and Samuel McCune, not having entered their
appearance and given security, according to tho
act OF Assembly and the Rules of this Court, and
II appearing by satisfactory evidence that they are
not inhabitants of this Commonwealth 1t is or
dered, that the said defendants do appear here on
the LIST day of the next term, Ost day of June.
is44,) and answer the bill of the plaintiff. and
that a copy Of this order be forthwith inserted in
some newspaper printed in Staunon, for two
months successfully, and posted at the front dsor
of the Courthouse.
Copy-reste,
NICHO. 6. KINNEY, G. c.
March 81, 1874.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
April IL, 1874.
TRUST GAhlso

Try virtue of deed of trust executed by Joseph
c. Conner, bearing date on 30th day of MAY
1910, and duly recorded in the County Court Of
Augusta, will proceed to sell at Fishersville, in
the County of Augusta, on Saturday the 4th day
OF May next, a certain tract parcel of land ly-
ing on the waters of the South River in Augusta
County, containing by estimation 2OOi Acres,
being now In the possession Of Jacob kyger: the
boundaries courses of the land are set forth in the
deed, and those desiring to purchase are referred
10 said deed. The title is believed TO be clear and
indisPntable, but acting as Trustee. l will convey
such TILE only as is vested in me by the deed "a
foresad. PAUL \. RUPERT.
April 4, 1914.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
TO MY FRIENDS AND THE PUBLIC
GENERALLY

MY Office. as Commissioner in Chancery and
A'-A BniliF, and Commissioners in the Federal
Court Of the United States for the Western Dis
trict of Virginia, is in the room occupied by the
Clerk OF the Hastings Court of Staunton, imme-
diately over that of the Clerk of the Circuit Su-
peror Court Of Law and Chancery, and may be
entered by passing up the flight Of steps in the
rear of the building, where may be found at all
times, ready to attend to any call that may be
made upon me, to take dispositions, settle ac-
counts of any kind, draw deeds of every descrip-
ton, write out articles of agreement write letters
for those who may desire it, either of family or
business character, act as Trustee &C. The
charges in all cases will be made in strict accor.
dance with the present depressed state of the
country. JOHN Is. WATTS,
Nsrch 10 Com'r. &c.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
30 Q EE|r " DNGY
or TINE
DEAF MUTE DEPARTMENT
OF THE
E.SEsGSE.SEsk E.N STETUTFO.N:.
For the Education Of The Deaf and Dumb and
Of the Blind.

HAVING engaged for this establishment, from
and after the LIST day Of January next, the
services OF MIR. Levi, @. Thomas. gentleman
whose character and qualifications entille him 10
the confidence of the public, we expect TO be able
promptly to execute all orders with which we NAV
be favored, in a manner and on terms satisfactory
to orr customers. Particular care will be taken
that articles ordered shall be ready for delivery
according TO appointment. Paying the cash for
material we shall expect to dispose of our work
on the same terms. The sole object of the estab-
lishment being to qualify the Deaf and Dumb, a
class so well entitled to the sympathies of their
moro fortunate fellow creatures, TO obtain for them
selves decent livelihood, it is hoped that this
circumstance will have its due weigh, in inducing
generous public to afford it encoUragement-not
by giving enhanced prices for it's work. (this is
not exPected) but by giving it employment q, the
customary prices. Orders may be addressed to
the undersigned. If given through the mail, the
postage should be paid.
GEORGE ESKRIDGE, Steward
Va. Inst'n. ID. g. ID. g. b.
Stanton, Dec. 2I, 1913.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
y A, IL W @ NJ Is

.Ne,c PateM Improved Double .aciion Forc-
ing and Lifting PUMPS,
A DAPTED TO every purpose for which the
~ common pumps arc applicable, with the i'm
portani addition Of being instantly converted into
an engine that will throw water from 80 TO 100
ieet' and forcing through pipe to any required
height. They arc 80 simple in their construction,
that any person of ordinary capacity may repair
them--ard SO durable a, seldom to need repairs.
Tho price is much less than any other forcing or
lifting Pump Of like capacity. Their compact,
ness also makes them preferable in many ,itua-
tions, as one Of common size may be packed in a
box i3 by 30 inches, and inches thick, weigh
ing only about 50 lbe. The subscriber, living in
Harrisonburg, has purchased tho right of this
Pump for Augusta county, and he iatters himself
that as soon as materials can be obtained, he will
be able to furnish lite citizens with Pumps tina,
cannot be surpassed in this part of the world.
JOHN X. PLECHER.
Harrisonburg, Feb. 90, 1914.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
TRUST SALE.

Try virtue Of Deed Of Trust executed to me
by Overton Gibson, dated Goth February,
1871, and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of
me County Court OF Augusta, shall proceed, on
Monday the 9th day Of May next, before the front
door OF Is. Crawford g. Co.'S Store, in Staunton,
TO sell for the purposes Of the trust four certain
tracts Of land therein described. These tracts
lie on the South river, and are the same that were
sold and conveyed by L. Paxton and A. S. Hall
TO said Gibson. They contain about ST. acres.
The terms OF sale will be for ready money. The
title TO the land is believed to be good, but ac ting
as trustee will convey only such right as is
vested in me by the deed aforesaid.
ALEX'R III. Ill. STUART.
ADrii A 1914
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
Trustees Sale.
March 81, 1874.

E virtue of a Deed of Trust executed to me
by George Shultz, bearing date the Both day
OF June, 1913, and duly recorded in the Clerks
once OF the County Couyt of Augusta, shall
proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder, in
front OF the Tavern Of Benz. F. Graham, esq. in
the town Of Greenvile, on Saturday the 18th day
OF May next, the following property, viz:
The whole and entire interest OF the said Geo.
Shuiz, in the estate of his father David 'Shnltz,
both real and personal, after paying to Adam
Shuitz the sum of two hundred and eighty dol
lars-the amount of which interest can be seen
by reference to the last will and testament of said
David ShultZ, sen. deceased.
Acting as Trustee. ] shall only convey to the
purchaser the usual title in such cases
A. A. STUART, Trustee.
April Is, 1874.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1844-05-02
LOOK AT THIS 3

A a meeting of the President and Directors
L of the Warm Springs and Harrisonburg
Turnpike Road Company, held at Bridgewater
en- the 9th April, I644--It was ordered that the
Treasurer collect from the Stockh olGers 2 per
cent OF the capital stock of said Company, to
enable the Company to rebuild the bridges over
the Cow-pasture and North Rivers on said road.
BY order of the Board.
NJ. HARVEY EFFINGER,
G. w. S. g. II. 7. r. Co.
April ID. 1Sii..-4t