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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17
SteriSnS'S Cheap Confectionery
is The PLACE FOR BARGAINS.

SAMUEL STERLING takes this method to
~ inform his friends and the public generally that
he has just received from Baltimore large stock Of
CoNFEcrIoNARIEs, consisting in part Of the fol-
lowing articles
hne stock of Candies Of every hind Fruits Of every
KIND, such as Pruncs, Rasins, Figs Dates Almonds,
English Walnuts, Palm. nuts, Filbcrts Pecon. nuts
Ground Peas, Ginger-nuts; also Soda ami Water
CRACKERS, Cheese, Brandy Peaches, Baltimore Ale,
Newark Cider Porter, &C., &c. together it'll every
variety oil Toys, Essences Side and Pocket Combs
Money Purses, Pocket Books Tooth and Hair Brush,
es, and variety Of other articles too numerous to
mention Also fine LOT Of Tobacco, and Cigars from
one to five cents.
N. B.--Always on hand supply of those fine
Buck Gloves, of my own manufacture, to which
the attention of Country Merchants is particularly
invited.
Stanton, Oct. II, IS4e
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17

LATEST FROM CALIFoRN1A.-The steamer EN-
pire City arrived at New York on Tuesday morning
from Chagres, which place she left on the 18th ut'
She brings news from San Francisco to the 1st of
september, by the steamship Panama, which left
on the gid, having on board for that mort 1870 mas
sengers, and having left l6 at intermediate ports
The Empire City brings specie to the amount of
nearly half million,
We learn by the Alta California that IN the
month ending August 10, three Thousand eight hun
ured and SIX males and eighty-seven females arriy-
ed at that port by sea.
Gen. p. +. Smith and Col Fremont were both At
San francisco on the 3lst of August.
Merchants Exchange was to be opened on the
LIST OF October by Jewett s. Mehadu.
Catholic, Baptist, Presby teran, Episcopal
Methodist and Congregational Church ,one OF each,
mas been organized in San Francisco.
In addition to the above the Rev T. ID. Hunt.
chaplain, breaches each Sabbath at the Public Jns,i
tute.
In connection with the above it ia proper we
should state that Sabbath schools are established in
The Baptist, Presbyterian and Episcopal Churches
and there is also one attached 10 the chaplancy.
lhe California papers state that there was much
SICKNESS al the mines The slcky season comprises
'he months oil July, August and September The
accounts from the gold mines are good, though there
are no astounding gold stories related The Peru
vans ana Cmans have been pretty thoroughly rout
cd IN every section Of the Middle and North Fork
Hno the disposition to expel them seems TO be ex
tending throughout the whole mining community.
Gov. Shannon, Of Ohio, Elk Minister to MEXICO
Is now working in the mines of Rio de los Ameri
canos.
- Hospital has been established near Suffers
Fort for the care Of the sick.
HE Convention for framing State Constitution
assembled at Monterey on the 3lst Of August. and
IsIePorted to be composed of men of sterling pteo
rity and intelligence.
r., letter from San Francisco states that NIessrs
ITuiong ana L; Butler King will be elected to the
Chi'ea olates Senate--that the constitution will be
1ormed' and the Legislature elected on the LIST OF
Inc ls'hmus continues healthy, and travelling is
easy III consequence oil the late improvement in the
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17

H'rE subscriber would respectfully inform the
citizens of Stanton and the surrounding coun-
try, that he is now receiving large and beautiful
assortment of
Dry Goods Groceries, Qaeehswarc, Hardware, Shoes,
Hats and Caps,
and great variety of other GOODS too tedious TO
mention, and would most respectfully solicit call
from all such persons as are coming to Staunton to
purchase for cash or country produce, as he is de-
termlned not to be undersold. To punctua custom
ers the usual credit will be extended.
WILLIAM KYLE.
Staunt6n, Oct. II, tS4e.-tf
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17

MS properly Is Situated In the County of Rock
bridge about IL miles above the town Of Lexington.
and almost Immediately upon the main Valley Road
III As a TAVERN STAND, it t:.syv-
Mum may be said, without dspar- ESS@
LINN agerneht to others, that it is SNS
unrlvated in point of eligibility, by any <-4s>
property west of the Blue Ridge. None peThaps
IN the State possess greater advantages. II com
mands the entire travel of tho valley II is situated
also upon the turnpike road leading from Lynch
burg to Dibrel's Springs; and is one of the pc nts
at which large proportion Of the travel to the Vir
gina Springs is obliged to tocch and tarry, both in
going and returning. In the Spring, the summer,
and the fall seasons is the resort of large
Parties, VINO 60 thither in pursuit of pleasure, TO
Crafty their curiosity and to spend their money.
And So long as the sublime and wonderful works of
nature attract attention, just long will the Brdpe
be he resort of the curious, and OF the gay and fash
ionaoe world. The line Of packets upon the james
river canal, too, will within two or three miles
oil the place, when that Improvement is completed
10 Buchanan.
The Improvements are all good. and consist Of
main building, recently enlarged, store house,
some cabins, and other necessary out houses good
stable, &c. Some idea may be formed of the value
OF the property and its adoption to profitable use,
when 1t is known to have been leasing for about
$lOUO, or upwards, per annum.
Attached to the Bridge is TRACT OF LAND
containing 100 or ITO Acres-the precise quantity
not now recolected, but will be made known ON the
day OF sale; portion Of which is cleared and sus.
cepuole OF cultivation. Two thirds of the land will
be sold along with the other property.
Inc sale to take place On the premises. The IT,
tie Is un1uestionable, but shall convey such only
as may be vested in me by the Decree
WIN. nj. LAKELAND, Commissioner
n. B.-l am requested by Col. Jesse Wootten,
of Henry County, who is the proprietor of the other
third, to say that he is williNu either IN sell or IN
lease his interest. He will be present at the sale,
and persons who may wish to buy the whole, can
have an opportunity Of doing so. w. M. l..
October IL, IS49-tds.
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The Dutch have taken Hol\anM


THESE are the times in which men look for the
do'ngs of the world and general information, TO
the rress, which is, by the by, the true path finder
Tor business men, as well as those who wish to make
every Penny count most for themselves This be-
ing me order OF the day, the undersigned wish to
keep WIN the current, and at the same time give
!ne reader good hint which path to travel to make
ms money count most. A few good reasons will
ea's'y lhe reader al once why it is that they can
ana an wan sell any gentleman suit of Ready made
Cio"ihg, from the cornmonest every day suit, to a
hne sunday and superiine welding suit, cheaper
Than any other establishment. In the first place,
then, they are able to sell cheaper than other
establishments, because they are well acdGainted
WIN 'heir business. They buy aud sell for Cash,
anu KNOW when and where ard how to purchase
Their goods. Goods well bought are half sold''
Even THEY had no advantages over any one in
their line OF business, they can still underseH them.
because they require no large profits to make up for
large expenses They attend 10 their business them
selves, aud therefore incur but small expenses, com
paIauveiy speaking, in carrying on The same They
sell their hoods Tor Cash, and therefore require no
large prons to make up for loss sustained by credit
sales. NO one will doubt that the Cash system.
together wth small profits, is the best mode of deal
ing ana most advantageous TO the purchaser If
any one doubts this, he will be convinced of its
truth 10y calling at the CLOTHING AND VA
RlEIY STORE, Corner of the Virginia Hotel
where ne VIII md large assortment, Of all kinds
OF keady-made Clothing, for Men and Boys wear,
such as Clocks, Over Goats, Froch, Sack, Business
and Dress Goats, Pants and Vests of all descrip-
tlons, Woolen Under shirts and Drawers, all kinds
OF Shirts, Collars, Cravats, Handkerchief, Gloves.
CaPs ana RATS, together with some fancy articles
all OF which they will with pleasure exhibit for ex-
animation to those who call upon them. Their pri
ces are such as will Salty every one that this is the
place to buy Fall and Winter Clothing. The sub
scribers take this occasion to tender 10 the public
Their thanks for the liberal patronage which they
nave thus far received, and respectfully solicit a
continuance of The same.
FRANK s. CO.,
Corner Room, Virginia Hotel Buildings.
StaGnton, Oct. 10, IS19-3m
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VaIua bic Real Estate for Sale.
irN JSOODIEI3I@IrlDGs1

PURSUANT to Decree Of the Superior Court
of Rockbrdge, pronounced on the 10Th INST, in
cause therein depending, between Michael Con-
nell, Jr, guardian of Mary Jane Grouse, Plaintiff
and L frances Grouse and others Defendants, shall
proceed on the 9Th day of November next, to sell;
by public auction, upon the premises that valuable
real estate OF which John Grouse, Sen. died seized;
lying and being in Rockbfidge County adjoining the
lands OF John Firebsugh, John Buchanan, Jacob
Judy and others. Said real estate consists Of
tract of 1855 ACRES, and two adjoining tracts
one containing 60, and the other 10 ACHES
he two latter tracts are chiefly wood land, and
will be sold separately, from the larger tract.
These lands lie i'm desirable nephborhood
within two miles of the Cedar Grove ON the North
kver, and within mile and half of tho road
leading from Lexington to Brownsburg. They are
admirably adapted to the culture of grain and
grass-and are in fine condition. The improves
men's are good and substantial. The widow OLA
BRAN Grouse uniting in the sale, the land will be
sold clear OF dover rights, and immediate possession
will be given. more desirable estate is not often
brought into market
IERMS.-rhe tract of 1856. acres, will be solr
on credits of |, g 3, and years, in equal install
ments
The two adjoining tracts. will be sold on credits
Oh ana years. Cash in hand however will be
required sufficient to pay the expenses Of the sale
and bonds with sufficient security will be requir
Ell from the purchaser, for the deferred instruments
and the titles retained till the purchase money is
paid. The sale will be in gross and rot by the a.
ere, and VIII commence at IL O'Clock NJ
j. ID. DAVIDSON, Comm.
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OCTOBEEs lOfH. 1910,
BREcKENRIDGE' OLD STAND.
CORNER OF MAIN AND Ip-ATER STREETS

Ii -
-&
|H\fE undersigned are pleased to give notice that
they are now in full receipt of their FALL
AND WINTER stock of New and Fashionable
GOODS, which comprises almost every variety and
style to suit the fancy and necessities of their friends
and customers, and feeling well assured that their
assortment in variety styles and cheapness will COM
pare with any of the season, respectfully invite all
in want of Goods TO give them an early call Their
stock consists in part of the following desirable
Goods
FOR LADIES.
Rich Black Gro dc Rhine Silks for Dresses and vcses
all Wool French Cashmercs, Figured and Satin
striped hlousclaincs all wool, Silk warn Popn De-
lanes, Black and Fancy Silk warp Alpaccas, from
81 l,2 cts. to 81 % Blue. Maroon, Cherry and Car
ret Colorcd Lyon Ese. Moorhair Plaids and Satin
striped do Green. Carret, Maroon, Cherry and Blue
Tibet Mernoes Solid Black Mouslins Solid Coorcd
Mouslin, all wool, expressly for Chdrcn's Dresses
Black and Fancy Prints, Shawls, Hosiery, Kid and
Silk Gloves, Ribbons, Laces Eigings French w orl-
ed Collars and Capes, Sc, sc.
FOR GENTLEMEN.
general assortment of Superior Black and Fancy Co
Iored French Cloths and Cassimcres, Silk and Satin
Nestngs, Swansdown aud Plaid do Fine Cloth and
Fur Caps, Hats of the sty and finest quality
Also large stock of Ready made Fine Dress Sack
and over-Coats Pants ard Vests, surprising sly
cut and make any heretofore offered to the public
and having been bought of the responsible Houses
IN Baltimore and Philadelphia will in every case be
warranted TO the purchaser.
We are also supplied with our usually large as
sortment of Hardware, Queensware and Groceries
and continue our arrangements by which we arc
enabled TO supply our customers at all times, bills
of Hardware to ORDER warranting at the same time
every article to please or no sale
We have also in Store Linsey's, Sa.inetts
CaTpetngS, Table Linens and Sheeinos and most
other Goods, suitable for Family purposes, heav,
Brogan Boots and Shoes, Gum Over Shoes, Sc.
nc: COWNE & BROOKE.
Staunton, Oct 10, lS4o.
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Jvossce to Contractors.

PROPOSALS viii, he received until the 18th Of
November next, for the erection Of the YVES
LEYAN FEMALE Institute, in the town Of Staun-
ton. The Plan and Specifications can be seen at
the Store OF William Kyle, who will make known
the proposed payments, and the time it must be
completed. WILLIAM KYLE,
Chairman of the Committee.
Staunton, Oct IL, IS49.-tdl.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17
CARPET WAREHOUSE.

HOUSEKEEPERS are specially invited to the
large, beautiful and very cheap assortment of
ALL WOOL Ingram, Venetian and other STYLES of
Carpeling. purchased for Cash at the Factory and
at Auction, and will be sold as low as they can be
bought in Philadelphia. Look for yourselves at
HUGH J. CRAIVFORD'S.
Staunton, Oct. II, lS49.
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RICHMOND MARKETS.
RICHMOND, Oct. Is, 1910.

RICHMOND, Oct. Is, lS49.
FLous-s5 g..
BEEF-$2a SO gross, 81 a g. nett.
HERRINGs-$6 50-Shad Sc 90.
BAcoN-Virginia cured, hoy round, SO.
WHEAr-New l05
CoRN MEAL--65 cents per 5ushel.
WHIskEY-29 cents for Rectiied
BUrTER-Roll IL Is, Firkin, | 1 a IL cts.
PLAsTER-On Basin. 81 90 per Ton.
SALT-$l 81 from Wharf, in Store ST as.
LARD-Firkin. 8 10, Barrels, n Sc.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17

:, ELEcTfoNo.--Pennsylca Senate IF
pennsylvania, according 10 the Philadelphia Penn.
eyvanlan Democratic Paper,) will stand II Dem
ocra,S 10 10 Wings In the House, which consists
vi ioO members, the Democrats will have decided
majority. 1t is conceded on all hands that Inc tn,
!oiiy Tor Oamb!e, Democratic Canal Commissioner
WI be large. In Philadelphia, Jones, the Indepen
dent candidate, for Mayor has been elected
o"'o.-ouftIclent returns have now been rece;v
go 70 determined the complexion Of The Legislature
IN, Inc wings have majority in theSenate. In the
mouse the wings have 81, and the Democrats "a.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17
Watches, .DeWelry, sc.
WATCHES, JEwELRY, &C.,
NHE undersigned is opening in Slaunton, an en-
y tlrelu netC and beautiful stock of

'HNHE undersigned is opening in Slaunon, an en-
- tirely ne,o and beautiful stock of
WATCHES, JEWELLERY, &C.,
consisting in part, of FINE GOLD AND SILVER LIZ
YER, ANCHOR, L'EEpINE AND PLAIN WArc.Es
Cor Jos. johnson, M. L. Tobias and other celebrated
makers,) Brens.-pins, Finger Rings, Bracelets,
Pencils, Guards, Ear Rings, Clasps, Diamond
pointed Gold Pens, Spectacles, ThimbIes, Shields,
Butter Knives and an assortment of Silver-wara.
Having purchased in Philadelphia for Cash, he
is enabled and determined to sell at prices that will
not fail to please. BY permanently locating, and by
strict attention to business, he hopes to receive a
share of public patronage
0E, Clocks, Watches and Jewelry carefully re-
paired and warranted.
GEO. b. WRIGHT,
=. One door above Nj. Cushing's.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17
isE.aOy1EOIgS9 SAjh19o

WILL be offered at public sale on Thursday
the 18th day of October, at the late residence
OF George Wilson, decd, the Personal Property of
SAID decd, consisting of Horses, Cattle, one Road
Wagon, two Plantation Wagons, and Cart and
Farming Utensils of every kind Blacksmith Tools
&c, &c. Terms made known or day of sale.
JAMES WILSON
JOSEPH WILSON.
Executors of George Wilson, decd.
October $, IS49-3t.
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AGH1HlsN7HION9
Es4eV.ES ES u EeER&.

HNHE subscriber will, on the 22d of October next.
being Court-day. in the town of Staunton, Of
fer at public sale, to the highest bidder his FARM
called ''HUNTER's RETREAr," containing about
ITO .gCRES,
tour miles to the North of Stanton Aboot 70 A.
ces OF which are cleared and in good state of cul
tiva,o9. the Meadow first rate, and the balance of
the iand very heavily timbered. Tie Improvements
consist OF good Log House. newly weather boa I'd
ed, a new Kitchen and all other necessary improve
nepts.
TERMS. half ofthe purchase money, and
suiiclent to defray the expenses of sae in cash or
IN Bonds with approved security bearing interest
from date--and the balance on a credit of &, 2 and
. years. A good deed Will be made of the land and
oeed OF trust retained 10 secure the deferred pay
menis. FERD. S. HEISKELL.
September Is, 1S4e-tds.
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N0NL50lAo

'HNHE next Annual meeting of the Stockholders
- of the Valley Turnpike Company will be held
IN flarrsonburg, on the 2J,h October, (4th Thurs
day) The Board of Directors will meet ON We'd
nesday the 24th inst, at the same place.
BY order Of the President.
}. S. CALVERT,
Sec'ry s. Treas. V. Il. Co.
Office V. t. CO., Oct. 10, l649-2w.
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EFoN'YED.

SEVERAL responsible and efficient business
men, to act as travelling agents for the YIN
GINA MESSENGER" A very liberal per cent. viii
DC allowed, and Judging from the success thus far,
such agency may be made quite profitable, the sub
scrlPtion list now numbering between five and six
Suhdred. Address (post paid) DIR. j. L. KURrz,
Staunton, Va.
October 8 lSd0-~3t
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MARRIED.,

In Loyingston on Sunday morning, the 18th ult, b,
the Rev. John Howard, Mr.. HARMAa JENNINGS for
mcrly Of Saunton, to Miss Macy JANE, second daugh
ter OF Mr.. Benjamin Bradshaw, Of the former place.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. SAFE.

WILL he sold on Tuesday the 23rd of October,
1919, at the late residence of James Rankin.
on On Naked Creek. in Augusta County. all the PER
SONAL ESTATE of the said James Rankin.
con3sitng in part of the following property, TO wit
:, HorseS, Cattle, Hogs, Wheat. Corn, faw. SC.
forn'"g Utensils, Household and Kitchen f1ni,
TERMS made known on d,v NJ sa,e whom duo
attendance will be given by
II. GRATTAN,
o., 3dmr. ED. RGd,in, decd.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17
TIE LATEST ARRIVAL

He subscribers respectfully inform their friends
and the public that they are now receiving
their Fall and Winter supply of READY MADE
CLOTHING, TO which the attention of the pub
lie is invited.
r, " Store Room. in the Basement of the Virginia
Hotel, next door to the Law Office of Bavlor &
Conner. WALDEAUR g. POILfTZ.
Staunton, Oct. IL, lS49.
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commissioners Sale of I,anA

-oot0~
or Court of Law and Chancery for Bath cam
ty' pronounced on the 30sh of April lS49. in a
cause therein depending between Bernard Pevton.
Plaintiff, and John Tyree and others Defendants.
shall on the 18th day of November 1S49. proceed
10 sell to the highest bidder in front of fhe Court
house OF said County, tract or parcel of Land,
lying IN the Falling Spring Valley in said County
Of Bath, containing by estimation
f95 .FCRES.
upon the terms and conditions following TO wit -
One third of the purchase money to be paid in six
months, one hrd IN twelve, and one third in eigh-
teen months from the day of sale. the pnrcbasar
giving bond with approved security for the purchase
money.
WILLIAM II. RIVERCOMB, Comm.
October 8, lS10.--5t-Pr's. fee, So 25.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1849-10-17

A L THE same time and place. John Crousa
and Frances Grouse will sell at public auction
the personal property now said lands consisting of
Farming Utensils, Household and Kitchen Fur.
nitur;
a large quantity OF GRAIN nine head of Horses.
number OF Hogs, and all the stock of Cattle, part
OF which are highly improved Durham Cows. fieif-
ers and Bulls rbera credit will be given.
October ), l649.-tds.-Pr's fee II 90
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READy-MADE eT.oTtyrNe.
O'REAR s. TANQUARY.

leave, most respectfully, tender their thanks
~ TO their friends and the public generally for the
very liberal patronage they have received since they
nave been in business and they take this method Of
informing the public that they have received the
Eau N1sd Winter Fashions.
and are prepared TO eTecrc, orcr all work that NAV
be entrusted to their hands If desire TO please and
determination on their part, make good and sub.
stantiai work, will give any claim TO patronage the
pubic may rest assured that pains will be spared to
deserve continuance the custom they have hereto
fore received
Staunton, Oct II, 1910.
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New Shenandoah COpnpamy.
NOTICE.

ENflE Annhal General Meeting Of this Company
will be held at Port Republic. on the 18Th
day Of November next. BY order of the Presiden,
and Directors.
>. II. LEWIS, Treas. N. S. Co.
October II, lS49.-Im.
~ Winchester Republican please cory for
I'm, and charge as heretofore. 5. Ii. l..
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w Mo Go SzlLARRIs IElEa

w ALo 20 SELAAI3lA IEIEa
ON THE CORNER OPPOSITE THE POST OFFICE,
AS received a beautiful assortment of Dyv
Goods, Groceries, Boots, Shoes, Cups,
f1drd,care, QueenS,cac, Sc, Sc, comprising ev-
cry variety OF GOODS usually found in this mar
Set. lie deems 1t unnecessary TO say any thing
about prices, styles, variety or quality as is usually
done through this medium, believing those interest
ed TO be the best able to discriminate He earnestly
solIclls call from his friends and the public, feel
ing confident that there is no one that can offer
greater inducements to purchasers.
Staun,on, Oct. IL, lS49--tf
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" IL W. GOODS,
sH0WLAS2 STOVES g

'H'f1E subscriber has just received from the CITY
OF baltimore, tne assortment of STOVES,
sucn as faTlor, Cooking and Ten plate Stoves,
which ne solcits the public to call and see. lie has
also on hand general assortment of Tin and Con-
per Ware and Spouting.
B. f. POINTS.
October IL, 1S49-tf.