davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
PRODUCTIONS AND CAPITAL OF THE
UNITED STATES,

A recent number Of the New Orleans Commer-
c!al Times contains IN article OF great value. and
the result OF much labor on the productions and
capital of the United States for the year lS4S. it
is made up by taking the returns of lS1O and ad-
ding 6per cent for the increase Of the past eight
years. The prices of the principal articles of pro-
ducton are assumed. as follows: Cotton, at cents
per ID; sugar, rice, g; tobacco, 7 !; wheat, 60
cents per bushel; corn, 50; barley, 50; oats, 25
rye, 40; buckwheat, 80 ; and potatoes, so cents
Hay, $40, and flax, $50 per ton.
According 10 these estimates, all the crops of the
United States in 64S will be worth, in round num-
bers, 1891 100000. Ofthese products, the New
England States contribute only 500, 100000; while
New York alone contributes S79,000,000, Penn
syIvania, $5500O,OO0, Ohio, $40, 000, 900 and In
diana S41 100000. These are the great producing
States of the Union
The whole Investment in manufactures in the
United States is set down al S343 100000. or
this. New England furnishes nearly third. viz:
Sl09,C0O,OO0. Massachusetts, stands second oniy
In the United Stales manufacturing State, hav-
ing $4,000, 600 invested in this department of in
dustry; while New York has $69,000,000, and
Pennsylvania 1000 eco.
Indian corn appears to be the great staple of the
country the whole quantity for the year being set
down about 472,OOO,0 900 bushels, valued at Sal,
$4,000. The hay crop takes the next place, and
is estimated 20 be worth $l2S, GOO. Cotton
stands next, being estimated at 2lOOOGO bales,
worth S64,8OO, 500. The wheat crop this year is
supposed to be equal to los, S5S 900 bushels, and
is valued at SG3,5l4,O00. The products of the
dairy it is supposed will lie worth $42, 500, 600;
and the potato crop Sf0GO0,0OO.
From these estimates some opinion NAV be form
ed OF the productions Of the United States, and tho
means which Providence has placed in cur hands
for the employment and susenance Of orr immense
and rapidly increasing population. And when it in
considered that our country is as yet comparatively
uncnlfivated, and lis resources but very partially
developed no one can fail to be impressed with tho
enormous capabilities of The country. We have
heard it stated by an intelligent: Western member
of Congress that he single State Of Indiana could
raise breadstulS enough to supply the entire popu-
latlOn of the United States Boston Journal
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
INFLUENCE OF A WIFE.

What is il that man seeks in the Communion.
ship Of woman? An influence like the gentle
dew, and the cheering light, more felt throughout
the whole OF his existence in lis softening healing
harmonizing power, than acknowledged by any
single act, or recognized by any certain rule. Ii is
IN fact being to come home 10 in the happiest
sense Of the expression.
Poetic lays of ancient times were wont to tell
how the bold warrior, returning from his bold firht.
would doii ms plumed helmet, and REFUSING from
his tolls, lay bare his weary limbs. that woman,s
hand might pour the healing balm. But never
wearied knight nor warrior covered with the dust
OF battle field was in need of woman's sooth-
ing power than are those care worn sons of toll
who struggle for the bread of life i'm our rnre peace
fui and delightful days. And STILL though the ro-
ms"ea at 'Se oan,io, tao holn.i Inc waving plume.
and the . f'
Clarion wild and high
may all have vanished from the scene, the charms
oil womans influence lives brightly in the picture
OF domestic JOY, as when she placed the wreath of
victory on the hero's brow. Nay, more so 4; for
there are deeper sensibilities at work, thoughts
more profound, in our great theatre of intellectual
and moral strife, than where the contest was for
heroic lame, and force Of arms procured for each
competitor his share of glory or of wealth
Among the changes which have taken place in
the condition ofmankind il is then not the least Of
womans privileges, that her influence remains the
same, except only as it is deepened and perfected
as her own character approaches toward perfection
us not the least Of her privileges, tina, she can
sun be all to man which his necessities require
that he can retire from the tumut of the world and
seek her society with zest which nothing can i'm
pair, SO long as she receives him with true and
faithful heart-true 10 the best and kindest impulse
OF which her nature is capable; and sacred to the
lalthiul trust committed 10 her care.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
POWER OF THE LADIES.

We copy says the New York Organ the follow
ing extracts from an eloquent appeal 10 the friends
81 temperance contained in Southern paper In
addressing the ladies, the speaker said -
Nou have influence which NAV be fel, throupb
out all our land-throughout all time. We know
mat the sphere in which it operates is different
from ours-that it has Of the tumult and srug-
gle which characterize the performance OF the rough
er and Steiner duties of life, but it is not necessaI
~ less important, and mOmentous in lis results
Inc greatest movenentsare not always those which
are attended with the noisest demonstrations In
what wonderful Stiffness is the whole economy of
the natural world administered Behold the vast
machinery of the universe, with what infinite and
inscrutable completely it proceeds in its immuable
course! Yet do we hear any noise or sound there
OF Such is your influence--quiet and unobtru-
sive as that OF the stars noiseless in its course as
that OF the sun, but stream of life which may go
forth TO gladden. and vivify all our land.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
SHom TIE NEW YORK EXPRESS.
OFFICIAL WIT.

The messenger attached to tie War Department
at Washington, is wag of the first water.
part OF MS business Is to Introduce strangers hav-
ing business at tho War Office, to Secretary Mar
cy. On one occasion, since the election, wishing
TO see Gov. Marcy. and not finding him in his
room the messenger rushed up to the clerk. and
placing himself in theatrical attitude. in tho words
or PoPe's celebrated hymn, exclaimed
THAT MARCY 10 others show
That MARCY show TO me-"
Ihis successful effort at parody was greeted witt
shouts Of laughter, in which none joined more hear
tIy than the Secretary, who entered the foom III
time to catch the whole scene
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
AUGUSTA SAVINGS BANK.

THIS Istitution being fully organized is
ready 10 receive deposites, and to pay interest
on the same, at the rate of two per centum per
mum where the deposites arc withdrawn in four
months, four per cent per annum in case the depos-
ties remain longer than four and less than twelve
months, and five per cent for twelve months and
longer The Directory meets regularly on Tues
day at O'Clock, p. M. in each week. Notes offered
for discount must be left with the Treasurer on
Tuesday before the Board meets. Stockholders are
notified to pay to the Treasurer ten dollars on each
share a, once. The weekly contributions are to be
paid every Tuesday-25 cents ON each share.
BY order of the Board
BENZ. CRAWFORD, PREs'r.
ROBERT CowAN, Treasurer.
Nov. l. IS4S-6w
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
JUST RECEIV.ED.

ON BOXES Manufactured Tobacco, embra
CIV cling every variety Of quality and price,
put up in h., h., h., 10, lbs. and IL lbs
lump.
10000 Superior imported Segars, various brands,
and Of quality not to be surpassed.
10000 Fine Spanish Segars.
10000 Havana do.
$4,000 Principe do (part fine quality.)
$4,000 Lord Byron, Zine Havana.)
5000 Pellon Segars.
10000 Trabucos do.
5000 Minerva do.
5000 Gen. Taylor do.
5000 Large Plantation do.
$1,000 Small do do.
$4,000 Fine Regala do
$4,000 Half Spanish do.
10000 Common do.
PAPER.
$50 Reams Wrapping Paper.
20 do Ruled and Plain Cap Paper.
so do assorted Letter Paper.
80 do Patent envelop do.
Cases M. s. n. Ink.
Bales Cotton Wrapping Irvine
Doz. fine Tobacco Knives.
S Cases Scarfallati Smoking Tobacco
ALSO
China Pipes, Segar Cases, Snuff Boxes, Rap
pee, Macabau and Scotch Snuffs, New York fine
Cut Tobacco, 1000 Reeds for Pipe Stems, Dbl
Pipe Heads, 10 bbls. fine Smoking Tobacco.
The advertisers would call the attention of Mer-
chants and Dealers to their large stock feeling con-
hdent they sell them as good bargains as they
can purchase elsewhere.
c. T. COCHRAN s. CO.
Staunton, April 10, 1913.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
VOL. XVI.
CHEAPER THAN EVER /!
At THE BALTIMORE
NTh/O 1NIgT1NN, JDnsTpmTNo
At THE BAL

ERANK 6, CO, would again call the attention
of the citizens ofStaunion and vicinity 10 their
large and superior assortment Of
Ready made Winter Clothing,
which they are determined TO dispose of for cash
at the lowest possible rates. Those vino want any
thing in their line, will find it greatly to their in
terest TO give them call before purchasing else
where. Their stock consists in part of every var-
ETY. of COATS, such as Over, Dress, Frock and
Sack do, all manufactured of the most fashionable
and durable material, P4yN'T.4L IONS AND
VESTS, of the must choice patterns, made in the
most fashionable style and of the best material.
ALSO.-A large assortment of Shirts. Shirt
Collars, Bosons Handkerchief, Pocket and Neck,
every n,ateriat, Chores Suspenders, Hats. Caps,
Boots and Shoes, for boys men, Umbrellas, Hair
and Leather Trunks, Carpet bags, Sc, Sc.
Call at the corner room of the Virginia Hotel
and You will find Frank & Co.'S, Clothing Depot.
N. B.-We have an assortment of Brass Clocks
which we will sell low for cash.
Stanton, Oct. 25, 154S.-4m.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
P POETRY.
FOR THE SPECTATOR.
ZACHARY TAYLOR.

Beneath the Eagles ample shade,
Serene, the patriot hero stands;
His country's laurels on his head,
The sword that won them in his hands.
In virtue mailed, he cannot feel
The venomed stings of jealous foes,
Nor can the whirl Of fortunes wheel,
Disturb The calm Of his repose.
Obedient to his country's call,
He had gone forth in dangers day,
Resolved TO conquer or to fall,
And galantly had led the way.
From field to field of fame he prest-
From height to height Of glory sped,
Till grateful millions hailed him blest,
And showered their honors on his head.
Now summoned by his country's choice
To hold the loftiest post Of power,
He bows, reluctant, to her voice,
And meets the duties of the hour
Faction no longer dares repeat
Her hellish arts or feindsh cries,
Rebuked and covering at his feet,
The many headed monster dies.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

DECIDEDLY RicH-This morning. country
man from ti"lliston stopped tho shop Of keeves
Dyer, Braiile square, to be shaved and have his
mar cut. Having taken Of his coat, he laid it on a
chalr. immediately afterwards, another gentleman,
from Maiden, entered to be shaved, and he likewise
look on his coat and laid il down The last person
was shaved first and departed When the former
mao I done, and went TO get mis- coat it was gone
lie Immediately exclaimed that he was ruined
man, as he had eight or nine hundred dollars in his
coat-pocket. The apprentice and journeymen were
despatched in every direction TO find the other gen
t!eman, but TO no purpose: He was non est inren-
las AT length MIR. Reeves proposed examining
the pockets of the coat left behind when strange
to say, in one Of them was found fifteen hundred
dollars Soon afterwards, the proprietor, dscov-
ering Inc mistake, came back in state of perspira-
ton, when an exchange took place. to the saiisfac-
ton of all parties.-Bostoa Herald, PAIR ut.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
NEW ESTABLISHMENT.
-sefo--
COACH MANUFACToRY.

vyNHE subscribers have located themselves oppo-
= site the Bank, in Staunton, and intend manu-
featuring all kinds of work in their ne-such as
ChariOtccs ROckaways, PhactOns and Buggies,
In the most fashionable style, OF the best materials
and on terms to suit the purchaser. Especial at
ten,ion given TO all kinds ofrepairing. They deem
1t unnecessary to say more. as they have commence
ed business with determination TO make GOOD
WORK, and the public shall have no cause of dis
satisfaction on their part-with this assurance they
respectfully solicit portion of the public patron
age. HARDY s. MARSTELLER
N. B.-Cash paid for dry Spokes, Hubs, Ash
and Poplar Panks. Sept Is, lS4S.-tf.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

IMPORTANCE or STUDY YoUTH-Ifu should
ever ia to the lot of youth to peruse these pages,
lei such reader remember, that it is with the
deepest regret that recolect in nv manhood The
opportunities of learning which | neglected in nv
youth that through every part Of my literary ca
reer, have felt plnched aud hamed by nv own
ignorance; and that would at this moment rive
half the reputation have had the good fortune to
acquire, if by so doing could rest the remaining
part upon sound foundation oflearnng and science
Sir Waiter Scott
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

Mauzne, the black representative in the French
National Assembly, for the Island Of Martinique.
on first entering the chamber 70 take his seat, for
time seriously interrupted the public business
When the President was endeavorrg to gain the
attention of The House Mauzline had it all He
discovered considerable coolness, however. lifting
his eye glass and scanning the members at his leis
IRE,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

SNoIIEG.-A Western statesman. in one OF his
tours In the far west, stopped all night at house
where he was put in the same room with twenty
strangers. lie was very much annoyed by the
snoring oftwo persons. The black boy Of the no
tel entered The room, when our narrator said TO him
Ben, will give you five dollars if you will kill
that man next me, who shores dreadfully p
Cant kill him for five dollars, but if massa will
advance on the price, III try what can do" BY
this time the stranger had ceased his nasal fury
The other one was now to be queted. so stepping
up TO him ho woke him and said, "My friend. (lie
knew who he was) you had better be careful''-
lie was careful, for he did 90 to sleep that night
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

Hear HEAR Sheridan once succeeded ad-
mirabiy IN en'TaPPng noisy member. who was in
The habit OF InterTuptng every speaker with cries
Of "hear! hear!' Brlnsely took an opportunity to
alIude to welI-known political character of The
time, VINO wished to play the rogue, but had only
sense enough TO play the fool "Whcre," exclaini-
ca oner,oan' IN continuation, and with great en-
phass, "1chere shall we find more foolish knave
or more knavish fool than this 2" .sHearl hear y,
was beloved from the accustomed bench The
wit bowed, thanked the gentleman for his ready
reply to the question, and sat down amid convui
sons of laughter, from all but the unfortunate sub
jeCt.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

YANKEES CALcULATIov.-':Well,i it's curl
Gus how we did set over the ground. Why. the
trees all look as if they were dancin' jig to dou-
Die quick time. kin recoect, ten or twelve wears
ego, that if started from Bosiing on Wednesday.
cud get in Filedelphy on the next Saturday, ma
kim Jest three days Now kin Git from Bostinp
to Flledelphy in one day and i'ye been calculatn'
that if the power of steam increases for the next
Ten years, it has been dom for the last ten wears
ia be IN FfledelPlty jest two dnys bet6rc i left
BOsting"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

FAsHIoN.-Whle Queen Victoria was in the
Highlands, she one day tied the veil of her hat TN
der her chin, as it was rather chilly weather.
Forthwith every lady, "the country round" a
doPed the style. and in the hottest days of the
son loyalty sweltered away in honor Of the royal
damo.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
HARDWARE AND CUTLERY.

WE are large dealers in these goods, and invite
w attention to our stock OF Knives and Forks,
Pocket and Pen Knives, RazoTs, Locks, Stirrup
Irons, Bride Bits, Trace Chains, Log Chains,
Best Warranted Axes, Cutting Knives, Mill Saws.
Sifers, Coffee Mills, Spades and Shoves, Pitch
Forks, &C., very low WHITE s. co.
Stauntou, Nov. ] q, 1S4S.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

From Sundry recent experiments. tho fact Is 90
tabllshed that fine saw dust of rasped wood. stecp
cd IN mixture Of concentrated sulphuric and nj
irIc acids. and afterwards washed and dried, will
explode similar TO common gunpowder, and il right
~ managed, with much greater force
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

GOOD ToAsT.-The Temperance Army the
only army ever known where each volunteer is a
regular, and every private an orderly May it soon
become the army Of occupation" throughout the
world.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

An irishman received challenge to fight du-
el, but declined. On being asked the reason
"Och," said Pat, "would you be arther having me
lave my mother an orphan?"
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

=. Two oxonians dining together, one Of them no.
uclng spot Of grease on the neckcioth Of his com
Panion, said, 81 see you Grecidn" "Poh -
SAID the other, CHATS far Fetched" "No. indeed ~
said the punsor ~ made it on the SPOT,
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

The ground upon which stood the old l. States'
Bank in Cincinnati, has boon sold a, $500 per f,ol
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

The quantity Of bone in pork is about s lbs TO cv
cry hundred
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29
JUST RECESHED,
on SYERS! OYSTERS '

HAVING made permanent arrangements at the
North, OYSTERS can be had daily during
the season, at the store of the subscriber by the
Can or half Can, lower than they have been ever
sold for in this market y. F. EVANS
Nov. | 1913. Opposite Spectator Office
Democrat COPY.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-11-29

8 500 ais,Sxs s..@.&A.
/o2aSSSsrS Sr-S-Ssy% w
v w3t8'tsSS wv W
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-05-25

Hon. r. w. THoMPSoN.-This talented and
eloquent Orator, recently visited Connecticut,
and while there. was induced to address large
meeting of Wings which assembled at New
Haven. The Palladium of the 25th inst, thus
notices the meeting and the effort of Nh.
FH oMPsoN
''The Wing meeting of yesterday it is conce-
ded by all, was never equalled in numbers and
enthusiasm in this city. The seats in the Elk
change were nearly all taken out of the Hall
so as to afford the greatest possible amount Of
room to all who might be present, and the peo-
pie were there-a solidness both on the lower
feor and in the gallery. Hon. VIVA. Board
man was in the chair, and introduced in hap
Ply manner, first, Hon. r. w. Thompson to
the audience, who was received with three
times three cheers, which were given with an
earnestness, that showed that the distinguish
ed stranger and truly eloquent orator was wei
coined with all the heart. He kept the earn
est attention of the audience, for more thar
two hours by speech that could hardly be ex
celled by any living man. If that was spe
cimen of Western eloquence, then western
men are among the most eloquent and power
full to be found in the world. There was not
a coarse expression in the whole of the speech
but it was all in polished lines, all radian
with the fire which will glow in the heart Ions
after the actor has passed from our midst, anc
will live in the memory whenever the events
reviewed are required to by any present. H,
spoke the voice of true patriotism, which can
not but produce all the effect desired by thost
who believe that the cause he advocated wa
the cause Of Truth, of JUsIcE, of FREEDOM an(
HUMANITY.
We wish we could follow him in his expo
sure of the inconsistencies, the profigacy an(
recklessness Of this Administration. 1t was
it is true, a humiliating picture for American
freemen TO gaze upon, but there was necessi
ty for the exhibition, and good must come o
it. During the whole progress of this able adj
dress, the audience were electrified with thu
elegant tones of the speaker. He swayed thei
feelings as with magician's wand-now ex
citing their deepest indignation, now stirring
their highest admiration, and now again touch
ing The finest and most tender sensibility O
the soul. Richard w. Thompson is truly ar
ORATOR. As Western man, he walked
straight into New England hearts. He said h,
never touched New England soil until the da,
previous-but he must have been of New Eng
land parents, and he told the people that he
had been educated by New England; Eyes
New Haven) instructor. Yankees may vel
be proud to hail such Western men as broth
ers."
Evansville weekly journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 184?-18??, 1848-05-25
TO THE LADIES.

DIR, IoWNsEND'S SARsAPARILLA is sovereign and
speedy cure tor lncplent consumption, and for the
general prostraton OF the sysem-no matter whether
the result of inherent causes produced BY IT.
regularity, illness or accident.
Nothing can be more surprising than it's invigora-
ting effects on the human frame. Persons all weak
ness and lassitude, from taking it once become ro-
bust and full OF energy under Its influence 1t mme-
dlaely eounteracts the peryelessness of the female
frame, which IS the great cause of barreHness.
1t will not be expected otus in of so delicate
nature to exhibit certificates OF cures performed but
we can assure the afflicted that hundreds of case
have been reported tous
Dr. TOWNSEND: My wife being greatly distressed
by weakness and general debility and suffering con-
nually by pain and with other difficulties and hav-
ing known cases where your medicine has effected
great cures and also hearing recommended for such
cases as have described obtained bottle of your
Extract OF Sarsaparilla and followed the directions
you gave me. In short period it removed her com
plants and restored her to health Being grateful for
the benefits she received take pleasure in thus
knowledgIng it, and recommending it to the public
NJ ID. MOORE, cor. OF Grand and Lydius SITS.
A4l66'Nsg 6A AHg I; l kNb NARR1RD1AnrFs
This Extract of SaTsaparilla has been expressly
prepared in reference TO female complaints. No e-
male who has reason to suppose she is approaching
that critical period, 1.-THE of life should negleci
TO take IT, as II Is certain preventive tor any of the
numerous and horrible diseases to which females are
ayed for several years by using this medicine. Nor
IS II less valuable for those who approaching wo-
manhood, it is calculated assist nature by quick
enlng the blood and nvigoratng the system. Indeed
this medicine is invaluable for all the diseases to
which women subject.
ltbraces the whole system, renews permanently the
natural energles-by removing the impurities OF the
body-no so far stimulating the system to pro-
most medicines taken for female weakness ana DIS
case.