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S'TAUNTON.
FOR THE SPECTATOR.
THE FAIR.

Mn. EDITOR The Fair held by the Ladies on
yesterday (MlOnday) has brought them the hand
some sum of $500. This enables them TO pay their
debt for the purchase Of the Parsonage lot, and
leaves a balance besides. The appropriate motto,
which surmounted the array of splendid articles of
their workmanship, was well selected from Mark.
XIV, ov.--" She hath done ,chat she could" They
have certainly done well. Now act ecery man do
has duty" and they will render themselves worthy
of such wives and sisters. Let them do their duty.
and the Parsonage will not only be built, but paid
for as the lot has been.
Such methods OF raising money are certainly I'M
exceptionable. II chershes industry in the prepa-
ration. II cultivates elegant taste in the nice
workmanship of the articles prepared for sale 1t
furnishes for the community class of articles which
are not readily found short of the cities and for
reasonable price, too, when graduated on the mode
rate scale Of those here offered. Then it brings the
young together in state of society altogether I'm
ship.
> ne materials of this Fair have been brought to-
gether within short time. 1t shows that "somc
m"gS can nc done as ,oeU rs Others" as the yam
kee SAID am told that of the articles sold yester-
day, So worth,--princrally ofGnc needle work, -
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FOR THE sPEcrAroR.l
TO UNUS POPIJJI
My RESPECTED RELATION:

My RESPECTED RELATION:
Your deep researches and well earned reputation
IN phiology, must ever designate you as the arbiter
OF all logomachy in this community. 1t has been
agreed therefore, appeal you to decide whether
the handy-acork of ladies can with genealogical
Propriety be termed craftsmanship" The ladies',
II seems, claim the use of that term; while some
persons, bachelors, believe. } jealous OF all femi
nine assumptions. are not little alarmed on this
score. Approprating TO themselves modes ofspeech,
which are (say the Bachelors.) III tern,ini mas
culine. these feminines will go on to usurp the
rights of man also, and quickly bring all things into
confusion, unless promptly resisted.
Should you feel any embarrassment in settling
this vexed question, have no doubt, much and
valuable aid could be derived from a conference
with our mutual friend and kinsman Unus Popu-
lorum, if within these capes. Let me hear from
you as early as convenient. Yours as ever,
UNUs f.. PLuRIEus
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AUGUSTA LAND FOR SALE.

I'm virtue OF Deed Of Trust made and executed 4
Il me by VIM Grips aud Elizabeth, his wife, on the
25th day of August, 1917, and duly recorded in the
Clerks Office Of Augusta County, to secure certain
of money therein mentioned and its accruihg in
terest TO Christian Balsley. due him by the said VIM
Grips and appointed TO be paid the day therein
toned will proceed to sell at public auction, IN the
town OF Staunon, at the Post Office Monday
the 9th day OF July next for cash, certain tract
parcel OF land situated in the county of Augusta the
East side OF Back Greek branch Of said Creek and
branch Of South River, containing
1870 AOIN1AS9
and being the same tract parcel of land which
conveyed to the said VIM Grips from the said Christian
basey and Elizabeth his wife, by deed of bargain and
SALE bearing date the day before the aforesaid deed Of
trust and intended TO be recorded in the Clerks Office
oil the County OF Augusta, will be fully seen
inspection OF the deed of trust which reference is
mad The title TO this property is believed to be good
but selling in the character of trustee shall only CON
Vey such title is vested in bv the deed of trust
June !, IS46.-tds JOHN III. PEYTON. B.
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TEMPERANCE

AT meeting of the Churclville Temperance
Society, held on Saturday the 30th May, it was re-
solved that the Chair appoint ten delegates 10 re-
present the said Society at the County Union Tenn
perance Convention, to be held at Churchville, on
Friday the 9th day of June. The Chair forthwith
appointed the following named gentlemen Robert
III. Holland, VIM. j. Weldon, Michael Bear, Hen
ry Rpeto, Ephraim Geeding, Paul Sieg. ST., Hen
ry Geeding, Daniel Fisher, Rev. Jacob Bare and
James Wilson.
Resoiced, That the Secretary request the editor
OF the S,aunton Spectator to publish the above pro-
ceedings.
On motion. the Society then adjourned to meet
again on the last Saturday in June it being the day
in the course of the regular monthly meetings.
VIM. j. WELDON Sec'y
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VIRGINIA, TO WIT:

VIRGINIA, TO WIT:
A t County Cour; of Augusta held at the Court
:! \ house OF said County, Monday the 25th day of
May, 1876,
On the petition of Jacob Hart, James Allen, John II
Shuz and Thomas DOuolo pray ing for relief as secu-
rites OF Thomas s. Henry, for his due and faithful adj
minStraon OF the estate of Ohm Henry, deceased and
who conceive themselves danger of suffering thereby
1t is ordered that said Thomas S. Henry appear he re
on the fourth Monday of June 10 show cause If
any he can, why he should be ruled give said
Jacob Hart James Allen, John III. Shuz and Thomas
Donoho counter securityand that copy of this order
be inserted for three weeks i'll new spapcr publish
cd in the town OF Stanton.
Copy-Tcstc,
JEFFERSON KINNEY. Clerk
Nav Is 1876
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He>s12Szs, 4 FTER long and Iaborious tour through
gSEsIS-Y ~ Texas on business for Messrs Nicholas
LS~%ssS and William Kinney and Doctor Francis T.
Strbling, am again az home and have entered upon
the discharge of my duties Commissioner in tho Cir
cult Superior Court Of Law and Chancery Augusta
County With the deepest Of gratitude, l ac
knowledge the very decided and liberal support which
the people of Augusta have uniformly given me and
most sincerely beg its continuance.
JOHN -. WATTS,
stanton, May &, 1916. c. {. 8. G. L. and c. a
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RUCiS I'll. Agyscr,
WASHINGTON HOTEL.

'FNHE subscriber announces TO the public that he has
Il completely refitted this extensive Establishment,
and Is now prepared TO accommodate his guests in the
most comfortable manner. He will himself siren
uously 10 please all who may favor him with a call.
His Table will be furnished in the best style the
kct can possibly afford and his Bar will be filled with
choice Liquors Attached TO the Hotel large and
commodous stables, and Oser who has no superior
In the State. MICHAEL G. HARTMAN.
Staunton, MAY d. lSl6.-2m
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O BI r u a f. z.

DIED, on the llth ult, Waynesborough, MIR.
JOHN b. KoINER, in the 66tb year Of his age The de-
ceased was old and highly respectable citizen of this
county and very Jealous and consistent member of the
Methodist Episcopal Church.
The following lines written by the deceased in book
presented to married daughter, may be very appro-
priacly appended, exhibiting the spirit and temper Of
his life
IT'S from Religions sacred power,
Substantial bliss is found
1t fails not in deaths dark hour,
Its pleasures then abound.
1t sheds celestial joys abroad,
Before dying eyes;
Bears the departing soul TO God,
To joys above the skies.
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was the contribution Of one family. well know
that while these Ladies' were doing this they did
not neglect the ''other things" 1t is ,rork, i,dus-
try. time redeemed that has secured to these La.
dies the ability to pay, the 2nd of June. a debt
of $3.50, which became due ON the first How true
1t Is that any man may point to such Ladies and
say-"Ihese are oar je,cels." They pay their
debts, help us to pay ours husband our resources.
spur Oh to industry, bequeath fortune to their
daughters in training which is the surest wealth.
and bless the land where they live
A LOCKER ON.
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sword for the brave Walker (says the New Orleans
Courier) was carried out to Point Isabel in charge
Of Gen. p. F. Smith, A suitable inscription is en-
graved upon it and it is accompanied by an appro-
PIRATE letter written by Mr. Bravo in behalf of him
self and the other citizens whose cost it was pur
chased. The Alabama also took out noble charg-
er for Captain W., presented to him by some of our
fellow citizens. These testimonials to the vaor and
zeal of the gallant Texan are highly creditable to
New Orleans and they will not be without good eff
feet in future.
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gSS M0IRISSo
SllAIOWlAiLIh
W 90 l. l. E N ACT0RY

vTNIIE undersigned are now better prepared for manu-
Il featuring Woollen Cloth, Linseys and Flannels
than they ever have been before Their Machinery is
OF the very best order, equal any in the United
States for common work. They prepared also TO
dye any OF the common colours, and to uH ALSO having
first rate fulling stocks.
They have now hand large stock of Cloth Of
various descriptions coloured and uncoourcd ready TO
exchange for Wool, brought TO the Factory
at fair and equal rates. to prevent the trouble of
second trip.
The usual price for Jeans for Negro Clothing will be
from 40 TO % cents per yard and so allowed for
Wool, well washed and picked.
For durability last the Cloth manufactured at
Shadwcl, the undersigned undertake say, not 10
be beaten.
They card Wool into rolls Also the usual price OF
Ia cents per pound cash, and their Machines arc in
excellent repair
Address, Charlotte svillc, Va.
j. TIMBERLAKE & SON
May 2S, lSi6.-3m.
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g1- Many of the papers contain glowing descrip-
tons of the wealth of the Mexican Churches
the purpose, probably, of exciting the cupidity Of
those who might be deaf to the voice of patriotism
The altar of the Cathedral in the city of Mexico,
which occupies the site Of the Idol temple Of Mon
tezuma, is made of pure silver, ornamented with
gold, and surrounded by balustrade sumounted
with images, which made of compound OF
gold, silver and copper. The balustrade is suppos-
ed to be worth more than million of dollars Be
sides there are gold and silver vases, waifers can
dlestcks, sc.
The property of the Church, in gold and silver
ornaments, valued at not less than fifty millions
of doars.-Whig.
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ABBOTT LAWRENCE. ESQ.

This distinguished citizen of sister State. was
invited to partake of Public Dinner during his
brief sojourn in this city. We regret that his ar
engagements compelled him to decline mark OF re-
spect which he so well deserves, and which reflects
so much credit upon those who rendered it. We
understand that Mr.. l.. visited several Of the Manu-
featuring establishments while in the City, and ex-
pressed himself highly gratihed by these evidences
OF public enteIprizc and prosperity.-Rich Jphie
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A Washington letter published in the N. Yor

A Washington letter published in the N. York
Journal of Commerce, says
An invasion from different points, at the same
time, the forces al! aiming at the city of Mexico,
has been talked of. A distinguished officer of the
Army has, it is said, given it as his opinion that
force of hundred thousand men will be necessary
for the object.
In the meantime the Government have taken a
step which is quite as decided and important as a
march to the Mexican capital The American
squadron, under Commodore Stockton, have orders
to take possession OF ST. Francisco and Monterey.
and to hold these places against all opposition
know this to be fact
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Tract or Parcel Of Land
BRANDRETH'S PILLS,

CONSTANT EXERCISE.-Wh constant exercise
~ cannot be used from any cause the occasional use
of opening medicine, such BRANpRETH's UNIVERSAL
VEGETABLE Pills, is absolutely required. Thus the
conduits of the blood the fountain of life kept free
from those impurities which would prevent its steady
current ministering health. Thus morbid humors are
prevented from becoming mixed with it, 1t is nature
which is thus assisted through the means and outlets
which she has provided for herself Daily use of these
Pills will be injurious, because the longer they
used the less is required produce an operation
They the only medicine known which possess this
quality. Reference can be given some Of our most
respectable citizens whom they have cured of consti-
tutional costycncss.
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Captain Hooe. who was wounded in the battle
fought ON the 9th instant with the Mexicans, is a
native Of King George County, Virginia, and has
many relatives and friends in this neighborhood.-
We have seen letter from an officer in the Army,
dated Point Isabel, May 18th, from which we
make the following extract. "Capt. Hsoe was
struck in the right elbow by grape shot while
charging one OF the enemy's batteries. A consul
tation of Surgeons resulted in decision to ampu-
,a'e nus arm, which was accordingly performed
geon Conrad in very successful and satisfactory
manner. Capt. Hooe is now Suffering but little
pain. his general health good, and in good spirits
think him out OF danger.'
The total number of volunteers furnished by the
State of Louisiana up to the 18th instant, was 1853
and companies We're still pouring in from every di-
rectlon. The military spirit pervades every part
Of the country
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FIVE DOLLARS REWARD.
STAUNTON LIGHT INFANTRY.

'ENfiE Arms and Announcements now in the pos
session of the Company will be delivered forth
with to WILLIAM SoUrHARDs i'm order that they
may be returned to Richmond and exchanged under
the Act of Assembly.
All persons having arms or accourements Of the
company in possession are notified that unless they
are promptly given up, legal steps will be taken to
recover them. JOHN b. BALDWIN.
May %. 1896,
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HARRlSONBURG REPUBLICAN
70 R 8 ALE.

consequence Of the death Of the late proprietor of
the Republican, the Office is for sale. The Press is
said to be very good ones part OF the Type is
ly new, and the balance in good condition. will be
seen by the appearance of the Republican. The sub
scription list numbers about flee hundred and ffy.-To
a person OF enterprise, who is qualified conduct a
country paper but few situations perhaps could found
which would be so likely to reward his industry.
Any communication upon the subject (post paid) adj
dressed to the undersigned will be promptly replied to.
l. HARDESTY, Admir-.
Harrisonburg, June A. 1876
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VOLUNTEERS FROM THE ID. OF c.

We understand that the President of the u. S.
intends to order from the city of Washington bat
talon, composed of companies from Baltimore
and from that place. The companies from Balti-
more are to join the companies in Washington,
and all 10 be mustered into service as soon as the
Lieut.. Colonel can be agreed on and appointed
One of these Washington companies, who are to
be detailed on the honorable duty of serving their
country. is the Washington city Rinemen, com
manded by Robert Bronaugh. Captain; Phneas b.
Bell, LIST Lieutenant; and VIM. O'Brien, Cd Lieu
tenant-.4er. Gas
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CAPT. Mars CHARGE.-The editor of the n.
o. Courier has seena letter from Capt. May to
his brother in that city, dated Point Isabel, May b.
The captain tells his brother that the squadron at
the head of which he charged the enemy's battery
contained 50 men; and of these he lost one officer
and 10 privates killed and l3 wounded--2S horses
killed and 10 wounded--that is nearly third of
his men and almost half Of his horses hors de com
bat. The captain himself was not touched, which
fortunate circumstance was owing to his being about
ten yards in advance Of his squadron i'm the charge
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@;- We regret to learn that son of Mr.. PETER
HANGER, of Middle river, aged about six years,
came to his death by drowning, a few days ago.
The child was at play on the bank of the Mill race
and it is supposed accidentally fell into the water
but unhappily was not missed until all hope of re-
suscitating him was over. We sincerely sympa-
thize with the bereaved parents in their sore aflc-
ton.
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BEWARE OF coUNTEREnyTs

The genuine Btrdndreth Pills can be obt0ined at The
.s Jotto,cing places:
William Kyle, Staunton w. w. King, Wayncsbo-
rough; William ~. Bell, Churcllvilic Il. a. Hciske,I
Lebanon w h,ie Sulphur Springs j. X. Cyrclc, Par.
nassns H. Mcsscrsmith, Mt. Scion Tyre Maupn
Mt. Sidney James NJ. Stout, New Hope; D. & w
Whtmore, Mt. Meridian /; b. f. Graham Grcenvillc
Jas. s Guy, Dccrfcld; McGuin, & Co.. Midway
Col; w. IL. Allen, Green Valley, Bath Co. John Il.
Dickinson, Marlborough Springs; Crawford s. Co..
warm Springs and Henry Miller, Cedar Creek.
June A. 1876.
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A few of the citizens of New Orleans have pre-
scented Capt May, who made the gallant and sue
cessful charge upon the Mexican Artillery. with a
Sword and Belt. Upon the Sword is this nscrip-
ton: Presented 10 Capt. Charles May, of the Sc
cond regiment of Dragons, by his fellow citizens
OF New Orleans from the District of Columbia. as
a token of their sense Of his galantry, displayed in
the battle with the Mexican forces May 9th, 1885,
Capt May is native of Washington city, and is
described a very model of chivalry and heroism.
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o. The prompt nomination by the President of
Gen. TAYLOR to the brcvet rank of Major General,
and its unanimous confirmation by the Senate. are
circumstances truly creditable to all concerned. and
will be responded to with high satisfaction by the
heart of the Nation
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UNExAMpLED HAmsToRM.-We learn, that. a
few days slnce there occurred at Appomattox Court
House, a haistorm of unparalleled severity, but
fortunately, Of only three or four miles in extent
The hail was in many places more than a foot deep.
The trees were entirely stripped of their leaves,
and every particle of vegetation was destroyed
We are told that from the effects Of this storm the
Appomattox river rose at Farmve, on clear day,
five or six feet
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RES and Soaps Ladies', call and sec ihcm and supply
your ciletes Also, large and very superior article
of Shaving Soaps. Gentlemen, call and examine be
fore you purchase elsewhere, satisfied that you
cannot do better have just received large
mcnt OF Brushes of all kinds very superior
My Paint Brushes cannot be surpassed. have large
assortment of Wall Brushes, which am selling very
cheap. My stock Of Paints is very large and l am
DESTROYS of parting with them, would advise all
who are in want to call at once while am in the hui
and if you want large bill, for cash, supply
You at about the that il will you any OF the
cities. Call and try me. A. d. WREN,
June 4, 1916. SIGN of the Mortar.
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OJ- Messrs Wilson s. Co, of New York, have
just issued their annual Fourth of July number OF
the BROTHER JONATHAN. 1t is u double sheet
newspaper of stupendous size, filed with wood en-
tice the capture and the execution of Major Andre,
during the Revolutionary war--two pictures ofgood
size-and likenesses of all the Presidents The
whole of this mammoth sheet is tastefully arranged
and beautifully printed. The price is IL l2 cents
per copy.
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TRUSTEES SALE OF LAND,

by virtue of a Deed of Trust executed by John
burgess and recorded in the Clerks Office of the
county Court OF Pocahontas, shall for the purposes
next, in the town Of Huntcrsylc TO sell for cash =
Tract of Land, containing
GSS A0iDIASo
much thereof as shall be necessary lvn, nm tho
head waters of Williams River in Pocahon,as county
This land is admirably adapted grazing and lies con
uguous to boundless extent of the best range West
ern Virginia will convey such title rs Is vested in
CHARLES HICKMAN crns,.c
June 4, lSi6.-4t.
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The trial of Coleman G.. May came on at the
late Superior Court of AppomattoX county. under
Judge Wilson-and motion was made to change
the venue. which occupied nearly the whole term
OF the Court. The case was finally transferred to
the Superior Court of Amherst county, and will
probably be tried at the August term.
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RELIGIOUS Notice.

MH1Sso THE Rev. Mr.. Fox of the Baptist
Ey Church, will preach on next Sabbath at
II O'Clock, A. M. at ScHLo, in the neghborhood
OF Mr.. George Shuey.
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Mr.. Editor Shall we not have Town Hall d?
that's the question. Shall longer suffer the in
convenience and annoyance occasioned by the want
OF any suitable room for public meetings, lectures,
concerts, &c? 1t seems to the writer there is a
general disposition on the part of our citizens to
make some move in this matter Might not the
corporate authorities of the town. the masonic fra
ernty and the citizens unite in erecting building,
which, being an ornament TO Staunton. should at
the same time contain suitable apartments for the
council and for the ancient ORDER as well as spa
cious hall for such public uses as have limited at
The Common Council need a more accessible cham
Der than their present one and there can be no
doubt that the county would willingly buy out their
interest in the eastern wing OF the Courthouse
so too the Free Masons have long wished new
and more convenient lodge down town, and have
frequently expressed desire TO cooperate with
other associations in erecting a suitable edifice-
Thus might our once fourishng Lyceum be again
resuscitated and its excellent library brought to
light.
1t is believed by those who have given some at
enton to such matters in other towns and in cities
that so rapid has been the multiplication latterly of
lectures, scientific and other exhibitions musical
concerts, Sc that the annual rents of such Hall
alone would more than pay the interest of the entire
cost OF the building and Of the lot upon which it
should stand
throw out these suggestions in the form of
questions Just to set yourself. Mr.. Editor, and O.
ther people to thinking about them and giving them
some practical answer. Meanwhile let us hear
from you editorally.
Yours, truly, STAUNTON.
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1t appears from the Enquirer, that Gov. Smith
rendered the office OF Judge of the Court of APP
peals to supply the vacancy occasoned by the death
Of Judge Stanard, to JOHN M. Parton, Esq, who
declined accepting it,