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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
lssNNTD&M & 0wsIaIEN@,

lsSl&lGI1OGM & GUSHING,
A RE receiving their Spring supply of
"A DRUGS, PAINTS, OILS, GLASS, Sc,
to which they most respectfully call the attention
OF their friends and the public. All the medicines
having been purchased in person, and for cash, we
feel confident that we can sell on as reasonable
terms as any other establishment in this country
They intend keeping on hands at all times a
handsome stock of FANCY ARTICLES. PER
FU.lfE SHIPPING, IND TOILET soap.
H4IR OIL Of different kinds, W.aTER
COLORS, CLOITi.4.N'D HAIR BR USHES,
TOOTH IND NAIL do, COMBS fine and
coarse,) Sc, SC. d. Call at the sign of the
Golden Mortar.
They return their sincere thanks to their friends
for the liberal share Of patronage that has been ex
tended TO them, and hope by strict attention to
business TO merit continuation. They can be
found at their establishment all hours of the night
as well as day. f.. s. C.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
EAGLE HOTEL,
SCoTTSVILLE, VA.

'HNdE subscriber having leased this valuable pro-
perty for term of years is prepared to enter
tain the public in the most satisfactory manner
The property has been recently repaired, is newly
furnished and is in all respects adapted the COM
fort ofguests. The situation of this Hotel is well
known, being Immediately on Main Street, on the
south side of the Branch, in secure and healthfu
situation. The stabling is good and no pains shall
be spared to render satisfaction in all respects
ID. NJ. WINGFIELD.
May IL, lS4S.-lm.
N. B.-Travellers going to Richmond or return
ing will be awaited ON to and from the Boats
ID. NJ. w.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
Notice to 'Yrespassers.

III having been represented to the Visitors of the
Virginia Institution for the Education Of the
Deaf and Dumb and of the Blind, that the grounds
of the Institution have been subject respasses
persons walking through the meadow and pasture
lands, and injurng the trees and shrubs, notice is
hereby given that the law will be strictly enforced
agains! all persons who shall hereafter be guilty Of
any such trespasses.
The grounds around the buildings will always
be accessible to visitors who will abstain from nju-
ring the shrubs and flowers
BY order of the Board
Nav II IS4S-3w
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
1900 ACRES OF LAND
lNOiG SAIhlNo

INTENDING TO change my pursuits, will sell
the Farm on which reside, in Harrison county,
on Gnatty and Peel Tree Creeks. This is one of
the most fertile bodies of Land in Northwestern Vir-
glna; upwards of
1000 Acres
are cleared, and the uncleared Land is we'll timber
ed, and equally fertile with the portion that is clear
ed. No estate of its magnitude could be better
supplied with water, and it contains suflicency of
Lime and Stone Coal. The Buildings and other
improvements are respectable. The certainty of
the construction Of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
through this portion Of the country renders this
profitable and IN all respects desirable estate.
The Terms can be made accommodating as TO
the periods of payment. If not sold This year will
lease It, to be used as grazing Farm, to commence
the next year.
e. S. DUNCAN.
Nav TO- 1S1S-3w
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
a Card to the Ladies.
MRS. L. III. WARD

MRS. L. Fl. WARD
RESPECTFULLY announces to the Ladies of
Siaun'on and It's vicinity, that she has taken
rooms in the dwelling of Mr.. ID. w. ARNOLD, near
ly opposite the Virginia Hotel, ;" where she intends
carrying on
Millinery and Mantua-making
In all its various Misunderstanding received in
structlons from one ofthe most fashionable Milners
In Baltimore, she feels confident that she will be a.
BILE TO please all who may favor her with their pa.
tronage.
She has on hand supply of SILK, GRAPE
and STRAW BONNETS. French and American
inside and outside FLOWERS, FRENCH
SEEDS, RIBBONS, CAPS, &c., which the La
dies are invited TO examine
May 3, lS1S.-tf.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
ESTRAY.

A BAY MARE strayed from the County of
Nelson, on Sunday morning last, and was
seen on Back Creek, in this (Augusta) County on
the evening of that day. She is about five feet,
one or two inches high with star in her forehead.
Reasonable charges will be paid to any person Ia
king up said Mare, and furnishing information con-
corning her to JAMES NJ. Harris, Greenfield, Mel
son County, Va.
May H. 1S4S-3t
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
NEW CONFECTIONERY.
AT WHOLESALE & RETAIL.

-SEZ%A-
'ESllE subscriber respectfully informs the citizens
- Of Stanton and the public generally, that he
has commenced business in the house formerly &C.
cupied by MIR. John Brandeburg, and intends TO
keep on hand large assortment of
COMPETITIONS, FRUITS, NUTS, Toys, &C.,
which he viii dispose of at Wholesale or Retail
at reduced prices. AS his candies are manafac-
tured by himself he can assure purchasers that
they are free from impurities and entirely healthy
Merchants purchasing to sell again, will De iurn-
lshed at City prices, carriage included
EVANS INDICATED CANDY,
SO highly spoken of by the public. and recommend
ed by Physicians for Coughs and Colds, will be
kept on hand fresh from the mandatory and sup
Piled In any quantity.
!SEWaSi.sosa EEakeyy.
He has also established Bakery in connection
with his establishment, from which he will be able
to furnish parties with Cakes of all kinds, at the
the shortest notice and the most reasonable terms
Loaf Bread and Rusks furnished families. Sc.
morning and evening, and may also be had at his
store or bakery throughout the day.
Thankful for any patronage that may be bestow-
ed upon him, he would respectfully invite those in
search of articles in his line of business, to give
him a call. b. f. EVANS
stanton, MAY 10, lS4S-tf
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
YRUST SALE.

RY virtue of Deed of Trust executed the 9Th
n day Of April, 1916, by Archibald Davis TO
William II. Hartman, (of record in the Corporation
signed has been substituted as Trustee by Deed Of
record in said Corporation Court, shall proceed on
Saturday the 18th day of June next, before the
Post Office in Staunton, to sell, for cash, the fol-
lowing property named in said Deed, to wit
ONE HOUSE AMID LOTT
in the town Of Staunton, subject to the vendors
lien for part Of the purchase money, the precise
amount of which will be made known on the dav
Of sale; and also the following personal propertv
one Cooking Stove, one black Cow and Calf. two
Beds, Bedsieads and Furniture, one Bureau. one
Wheelbauow, one China Press, one Clock, one
Oven and Lid, one Skillet, and all the other House
hold and Kitchen Furniture Of said Davis.
Acting as Trustee shall convey only such title
as is vested in me.
HUGH w. SIIEFFEY, Trustee.
May "a, 1648.-tds.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
COME AND SEE

'E'HE largest stock of DRUGS and MEDI-
C1NES ever brought to this market, together
with very large assortment of Perfumery and
Fancy Articles usually found in Drug Store, Of
which the following are few
Lubin's EXtratt for the Handkerchief Colopne
(besD Citronela, FLORIDA and Rose Waters, Ban
doline Fixatrice for curling the hair, Balm Colun
bia, Macassar and Bears Oil. Rose, Violet and Ok
Marrow Pomatum, Soaps of every quality, Hair,
Tooth, Paint and Wall Brushes, Pungonts and
Satchets, Toilet and Pocket Combs, Powder
Putfs and Fancy Boxes; all Of which will sell
very low. A. ID. WREN.
At the Sign of the White Mortar
7: S.-A fine assortment of Segars always on
hand. ID w
April %, 1913
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
Fancy and Staple Goods.

ENNGLlSII, French and American furniture and
- dress Prints and Calicoes, Lawn and Cambria
Ginghams, Bareges, Tissues, Foulard and Sum
mer Silks Linen Lustres, Grenadines, Mousin de
LANES, Oil Calicoes, Satin, Striped and Checked
Jaconets and Cambrics, Furniture Curtain Nous
Inns, Laces, Edgings, every variety OF Silk and
Linen Fringes, Buttons, Bonnets and new style
Ribbons, &c, &C.; all OH the lowest terms by
WHITE s. co.
May TO- 1913.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
RENO wee.
PR l. 10, 1915
AsO0s s. iSEeoe es.sesgescsszs.sasgi
Opposite Tie pirci'in HOict)
rB<iiE subscriber informs his friends and the pub
Il lie that he intends TO Manufacture
BOOTS q SHOES

cheaper than have ever been manufactured in this
market.
Best stitch or channel Boots, 5000
PEG Boots, s 90
Footing Boots, 4 90
Mems Calf Shootees, from so to 8 90
Ladies' Calf Shoes 80
He has just received from Baltimore the best Sc
iected Calf Skins The market will afford His
work will be of the ncatest and latest fashions
An assortment Of Boots and Shoes always on hand
DEWITT G.. HARRY.
~ B.-Repairng dope at the shortest notice and
III the neatest style. ID. G.. II.
April 10, lSiS-G
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
LAND FOR SALE.

fE'HERE will be offered at public sale en- Friday
the ID ofjune next, Il valuable Farm lying in
the County of Augusta on the Great Calf Pasture
River. adjoining the lands Of John Clayton, David
N. kincaid and others, containing
ego Acres,
about $50 Acres cleared, 100 Of which are rivet
bottom of good quality, and the BALANCE Of the land
well timbered. There is a comfortable House aud
other necessary buildings on the premises.
There will be offered at the same time and place
an entry OF i2O ACRES, lying east Of the above
tract, with some improvemens-A the one half
OF an undivided entry containing III Acres Jhis
land contains an abundance of fine timber and lime
stone. and adjoius The above land
Terms made known on the day Of sale
CHAS. A. DUNLAP, Ex'or.
ofTHoMAs GwIN, decd
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
OUR SIDE BEST.
YHNHE subscriber continues to manufacture his
LATEST IMPROVED PATENT PRE-
MUM
Wheat Van

Wheat Van
at the old stand, (he DIR. Martin property on the
McAdamized road in the northern end of Staunton
These Fans have now been fairly tested by the
Farmers of Augusta and adjoining Counties, and
have, after fair trial. proven far superior to all O.
theirs now in use.
More than 500 certificates and references in re-
gard to their great superiority might be given but
he deems il unnecessary, he is confident proper
trial OF them will prove satisfactory. All persons
wanting good Fans, therefore, would do well to
give him call and examine for themselves
n. BAH communications addressed TO c. NJ
Burnett. Staunton, will be strictly attended to-
Fans delivered 6O miles free of charge and at the
shortest notice.
CHARLES Nj. BURNETT.
Staunton, May II, lS49.-2m.
~ Rockingham Register and Charlottesville
Advocate will publish two months and forward ac-
count To this Office for collection
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
HATS g 0AlpSo

WE have on hand most extensive supply, en-
braclng, of Hats, all the kinds in use: Fur,
Silk, Cashmere, Coney, Glazed, Panama, black
and white Wool, about 30 doz. Palm Leaf; and, of
Caps, all the kinds in use,-for sale unusually
low and warranted. WHITE s. co.
Nav TO- lS4S
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
Cheap Groceries, &c., SEC

Cheap Groceries, &c., Sc.
JSO BAGS prime Rio Coffee.
AcO 25 do do Java and White Lagura do.
Is Hhds Porto Rico and n. o. Sugar
ID do Prime p. r. and Island Molasses.
% Bills. do n. o. do.
90 do Powdered Crushed s. Ground Stuar,
Loaf 5, r..
10 boxes double rein do
| Cask London Id Sugar, superior quality
Boxes 2nd qualv loaf Sugar
5 Chests G. p, I'm. rial and Y. ii. Tea.
10 Bbls. Tar.
40 Grind Stones.
Besides general variety Of every other article
in the grocery line. All of which they offer for
sale at reduced prices, for cash, in exchange for
Flour, Wheat, &c, SC.
WOOD s. BANNER.
Winchester Depot April 10, lS4S.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
A SMALL TRACT OF LAND.
Fan Ward.
MANUFACTURING EgrLL.

built Of the best masonry and stone work. is already
erected which would enable the purchaser to com
plete tho mill at cost of several hundred dollars
less than he could construct one from the founda.
ton. To these advantages, add the consideration
of its locality to the town of Buchanan, where the
two great Improvements, the James River Canal
and the South Western Road, will in short time
meet; and to gentleman of enterprise rendered
perhaps the most desirable property in this part of
the State
The terms ofsale will be, one third of the money
in hand, and the balance in one and two wears. in
equal instalments, the purchaser to give bond and
security, or the title retained as security, as the
subscribers may elect.
The above sale is to take place on the day pre-
cedIng the day appointed for the sale of valuable
houses and lots in the town ofBuchanan, belonging
to the estate Of the late Capt Strickland. 1t hoped
that all persons in quest of fine property, and at
moderate prices, will attend. Let them turn out
to both sales and suit themselves, while the oppor
sunity is afforded.
JOSEPH VANMETER.
DEMARIS VANMETER.
May "a, l81S.-tds
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24

I OFFER for rent my Tavern Establishment
at the Warm Springs, Bath Court house. The
buildings OF the Tavern are new and of Brick
large and well arranged Stone Stable; Frame
Stable and Sheds, Cor fifty horses good well in
rear of the Tavern, and garden attached. will
let go with the Tavern the greater part Of the fur
nlturo that may be necessary. Also, about ten
Acres of Meadow, some pasture land. potato n,tcL
and the privilege of fire wood on my land close nj
hand. am disposed to rent on reasonable terms
to man who can come well recommended as
Tavern keeper. GEO, NIGVGT
Jan. 20, l84S.--H
~ Lexington Gazette please copy.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
M0@ BIS g GOODS
AT
M'DowELE'S CORNER,
Near the Post Office,

tn y VT Q N, III,
A RE now in receipt of large stock of NEW
- and FASHIONABLE GOODS, and would
respectfully invite their friends and customers both
IN Town and Country, to favor them with call d,
as they have no hesitation in saying that they can
do as well for them as any other establishment in
the place. They are at all times ready and will
ing to buy any kind of Country Produce that they
can turn into Cash, and will allow the best prices
May 10, 1913. GDem. COPY.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
NEW GOODS,

HAVE Just received fresh supply of SPRING
III and SUMMER GOODS from the North. CON
slsting Dry Goods, Bonnets, Hats, Boots Shoes
Hardware, Groceries, sc. all (which offer very
low for Cash, or in exchange for Country Produce,
or TO punciual customers on time.
JOSIAH G.. RIDGWAY.
May 10, 1948
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
FOR SALE.
May "a, l64S.-tds

an Friday the 10th day of June next, the sub
scribers Will offer for sale, at public auction,
on the premises, their well known property. stua
ted immediately on the main Valley road, and ly-
ing in the vicinity of the towns Of Paonsburg, and
Buchanan, in the county of Botetourt. To such as
may not be acquainted with it, they would state,
that it possesses advantages rarely if ever equalled
in this part of the country, embracing
SMALL TRACT OF LAND,
containing | Acres. There is erected on the pre-
misses one of the best TAVERN STANDS in
Western Virginia, with all necessary and conve-
nlent out houses, including Stable Kitchen, Smoke
House, lce-House, &c-Also a first-rate
Fan Ward.
eligibly located and always enjoying an excellent
run OF custom. There is also abundance of WA
TER POWER, for all kinds of manufacturing
purposes. The basement story of large
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
EXECUTORS SALE.

EXECUTORS SALE.
WILL be sold, on the premises, on Monday
w the 18th day of May next,
ZIG Acres Of Land,
lying on the main road, and near Hebron Church,
about miles south west of Staunton, adjoining the
lands of Capt. David Sterrett and others. This
land is of good quality about 80 acres of which
cleared and in fine state Of cultivation, and the
balance is well timbered.
Terms of sale as follows One third of the pur-
chase money will be required in hand, and the bal
auce in three equal annual payments thereafter.--
The title to be retained until the whole of the pur-
chase money shall be paid.
GEORGE BAYLOR,
JOHN TRIMBLE,
Ex'rs Of Geo. Baylor decd.
April IL, lS4S.
POSTPONEMENT.
The above sale is postponed to Wednesday the
3lst OF May, inst
GEORGE BAYLOR,
JOHN TRIMBLE,
Ex'rs of George Baylor, deceased.
May II, 1913.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1848-05-24
FOB RENT,

April %, fS4S.--Gw.
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1848-10-07
LATE FROM SANTA FEE.

The ST. Louis Republican furnishes the follow
ing intelligence, gathered from the Santa Fe Re-
publican of the 18th Of September
Company H, lst dragons, commanded by Lieut. BUroRn,
from Fort Gibson, arrived Santa Fe the 9th instant, all
IN good health Lieut.. Buford passed hitherto untra
yelled roae which he considers the best and shortest between
the United States and Santa Fe.
b.. 1t COL WAsHSGToS, appointed il is said, civil and
military Governor OF New Mexico expected Santa Fe
by the 10th OF this MONTH He left Chihuahua the 29th
of August with companies of dragons and Of gh
artillery for the Department OF New Mexico and Eve eopa-
mics Of dragons for California The Republican hopes tina
he may reach there, is impossible for 200
garrison and protect territory from the sayages
Major BEALr, United States dragons, in command OF
the military force in New Mexico. He had received pet
tons from Taos Peralto Albuquerque, and other points,
asking for troops garrison the frontiers the inhabitants
in constant danger from the daily ncursons Of the In
dans who continued murder them and drive off their
stock. The small force left garrison the country made it
impossible for Major Beal comply with these requests
The crops throughout the country said to look fine,
and to bid fair yield bOuntiful harvest the growers.
in any previous season.
The Republican, noticing the passage by the Texas Legs
lature Of bills establish the county Of Santa Fe-o
rahBe niiua VI couhJ VI SANTA Ie-o
eleventh Judicial circuit be formed Of tina, county, and
allow the county representative in the House, says
eve would now inform our Texan friends that is not
necessary to send judge district attorney to settle
affairs, put thngs to rights for there is not citizen,
either American Mexican that will acknowledge them
selves citizens Of Texas until il from higher sutho
rites. New Mexico does not belong has Texas even
right to claim her a part of Texas We would also ad-
wise Texas to send with her civil officers for this coun,ya
large force, in order that they may have sufficient body
guard to escort them back safe. II will also be well for
Texas to put Mr.. - as a member from the county OF
Santa Fe for their session Of the Legislature, and
sincerely hope the may be reserved for him, IL is quite
probable his services will be actually demanded in order
instruct the and young idea how to shoot Texas
should show little and drop this question, and not
have publicly announced that Texas smartest mon were
arred and ealhered by attempting I'll the offices assigned
them"
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1848-10-07
DREADFUL ACCIDENT.

We copy from the Baltimore Sun the following
account of fatal accident on the line of the Bat-
more and Ohio railroad, by which son of Mr..
PATRICK CROWLEY, well known as an old resident
Of this city, unfortunately lost his life:
'on last Saturday afternoon The hours Of four
and five o'clock, explosion OF powder, attended with loss
of life, took place backsmiths shop, located within
short distance from Woolhne, about hirtyeght miles from
Baltimore, and the line Of the Baltimore and Ohio rail-
road. number Of employed in blasting rock in the
stone quarry OF NJ PATRicK CROWLEY, were returning
from the Of their abos when, oveaken by shower
rain, they entered blacksmith shop short distance from the
quarry also owned by Mr. Crowley Whilst there Of
the psry commenced amusing themselves by placing heated
Goals upon the anvil and striking them with sedge hammer
which occsonng communication Of sparks TO quantity OF
powder contained in three four kegs within barrel which
had been placed there Tor safety caused the whole explode
Instantly killing Alexander Mozea njurng others severely
that their lives depsrcd Of and blowing the whole shop
into atoms some pieces Of which picked up nearly mile
from the spot Patrick Waan Of this city, of the party
picked up dead distance from the Of the acc
dent by his BROTHER who could hardly recognise him in
of the msnged condition OF the body and the baken
cd appearance Of his face.
Mr Henry Crowley, Of the proprietor and Mr. James
Morgan from New Market Frederick county, are alec so ser
ousy manned and injured to give hopes Of recovery
Thomas Newman, from Baltimore thrown some distance
from the ruins had his back and ribs broken and other
wise injured Thomas Mckinney, also from this city,
ceived some injuries, but enabled walk short distance
TO his house. and is doing we'll Mr.. Crowley's watch
driven feet into the ground by OF the tmbers
number Of horses aso in the shop the time OF the
posion, two Of which killed. aud four wounded The
remains Of Patrick Wadan yesterday conveyed to the
city in charge Of his brother and will be inferred to-day We.
learn that the unfortunate that there
any powder the shop otherwise they would baye amused
Themselves in fraught with much danger, and
which resulted in so terrible catastrophe"
Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1848-10-07

I, "THE BUFFALO HtNTERs''-Speaking Of the
failure Of the company of " Buffalo Hunters |" who
lately proceeded to Corpus Christi, the New Or
leans Delta says:
cit great to confound this party with those who
conceived the original plan Of Sierra Madc Republic. The
latter party only knew nothing Of the Corpus Christi
petition the started but when they learned its pur
pose and plan Of operations condemned il throughout pre-
NATURE njudicous, and highly injurious. Is hasy and
illogical conclusion to infer from the failure Of this wild hair
Drained expedition that the whole Sierra Madre enterprise will
prove a humbug, and end in smoke"