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The Minnesota pioneer., 1850-06-06
Great Fire in ChicagO-Large Number
Of Horses Burned.
CHICAGO, May 2S-9 A.

CHICAGO; May 2S-9A. Nj.
The fire first broke out last night be-
tween the hours of 10 and IL o'clock,
in the stable attached to the City Hotel,
OH Lake street. In very few minutes
the stable, which was full of horses, was
cnvcloped in flames, and out of the en-
tire number, but four or five of the ami
mails were saved.
The flames communicated on one
side to the kitchen of the Hotel, and to
u number of small stores on Lake street,
which were all consumed.
On the east side, the fire communi-
Gated to the stable of Mr.. Walker,
which was destroyed; and thence to the
Farmers Exchange Hotel. This build
ing, in despite Of the cxcrtions of the
fircmcn, was also soon in flames, and
quickly consumed.
With much difficulty, and by encoun-
tering great dangers, the frcmen by
great cxcrtions, were enabled to prevent
the flames from crossing Lake street
and communicating with the American
Temperance House. Had this building
caught fire, the loss of property would
have been immense
The eXcrtions of the fremen were
ably directed by the Chief Engineer,
but on account of the failure of hydrants.
much Of the force of the Department
was of necessity detailed to supply one
or two engines with water from the river.
The engine company 2 and ) supplied
by other engines, played upon the Amc-
rican Temperance House, and succeed
ed in saving it from destruction.
The stage establishment and stables
of Mcssrs. Frink s. Walker, were sew
cral times on fire, but were finally saved
from destruction by the Fire Depart
mcnt.
The horses burned in the stable of
the City Hotel, VIC arc sorry to learn
belonged to farmers who had come to
the city with produce, and were unable
to rescue them from the devouring Gle
mcnts.
The Minnesota pioneer., 1850-06-06
Further News from Cuba:

lished letter from Its Havana cores
pondent, which states that even thu
convicts which General Lopez liberated
refused to join him, and their departure
was FASTENED by observing the people
armed with hostile demonstration.
against them.
The Government has declared the
Island in a state of blockade; but it i:
believed that merchant vessels, engaged
in lawful trade, will be exposed to very
little Inconvenience.
The steamer Georgia sailed for Cha.
gres, on the 2lst, with 500 passengers
none of them being allowed to land a,
Havana.
At Cardenas, a company of lanccrs
who charged on Gen. Lopez's troops
were all killed.
All the foreigners at Havana, except
the Americans, offered their services to
the Government.
Lopez had possession of Cardcnas
sixteen hours, when the troops arrived
from Mantanzas, and fighting COM
menced-loss 80 killed and wounded.
The Spaniards lost 90 to 100. The in
vaders continued fighting and rctreating
till they reached the steamer Creole,
which was closely pursued by the steam
er Pizzaro. Lieutenant Jones, from
Alabama, says one of the wounded rc-
ccived ball through his light side - he
IS at Kcv West
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-02-13
DEED OF TRUST SALE.

PURSUANT to the provisions ola Trust Deed
IL executed to the undersigned by Wesley Clat-
terbuck which deed is recorded in the office of the
County Court of Augusta, and bearing date the lst
day ofJanuary 1913, shall on the 9th day of
February next, at the residence ofsaid Caterbuck,
near the Poor House of Augusta County, proceed to
sell for Cash to the highest bidder the following
property, TO wit:
One Bay mare, Supposed 10 be about II gears old,
and her increase ); 2 Goes and their increase; 9
head Of Hogs and their increase; Beds and
bedding; Book Case | Bureau; Tables;
7 Chairs; Wooden Clock; 5 Spinning Wheels;
Wagon; | Reel; Corner Cupboard and
contents; | large Kettle; Pots, Oreas and Skill
let's; setis of Horse gear; 2 Saddles; 2 Rid
ing brides 2 .MartcngaIes big Plough; 2
Shovel Ploughs; 2 Grain Scythes and Grades;
2 Grass Scythss; telling ares and | pair Of
Long Ladders; one.sOrrel mare, about nine gears
old and her increase.
shall sell the said property most certainly, and
the purchaser will get such title as have.
REUBEN ID. HILL, Trustee.
January %. 1S50.-tds
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r OFFER for sale my Tract Of Land, lying and
u being in Augusta County, three miles South Of
Mt. Scion, and one and half miles North of Par
nassus-bounded on the East by the Warm Springs
and Harrisonburg Turnpike road
This Tract contains something upwards Of 27O
Acres, of as good Land as any in the County Of
Augusta, and is substantially and comfortably i'm
proved, having ON it commodious DWELLING
HOUSE, good Barn, and other necessary build
ings. There are upwards of 100 ACRES Of this
Tract cleared, enclosed and in high state OF cult
vation-a spring rhinestone water near the dwell
ling house, and an Orchard Of as good fruit as any
in the County.
will sell this Land on accommodating terms as
regards The paymen,s-aud think ! can give pos
session to purchaser on the LIST Of April next, SO
far as to enable him to put in Spring crop.
IL this Land is not sold before the 3lst day Of
May next, will on that Gay offer it for sale to The
highest bidder on the premises. IL | sell before
that day the public shall be duly notified thereof
ARMSTRONG RANKIN.
January l6, lS50.-tds.
ErE- Rockingham Register insert until sale,
and forward account to this office for collection.
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lsJDW0NTT@No

MRS. LEROY P. DANGERFlELD pq,pC}-
1'A ses opening near the Warm Springs, Bath
County, Va, School for the Education OF young
Ladies. Ali the usual English Branches will be
taught, together with French, and Music on the
Guitar. Particular attention will be given to the
domestic instruction of young Ladies. Terms ior
board and tation in the English Branches, VIII be
500 per session often monihs-payable, $50 in ad-
vance, the balance at the END of The session. This
includes all expenses excepting Books and Station
airy, which parents and guardians are expected to
furnish. For French and Music, all extra charge
of $lO each, will be made. The School will be
under the immediate supervision of Mrs. ID. and
young Ladies will be treated members Of her own
family.
The location is healthy and accessible, being mid
way between the Warm and Hot Springs-Daily
Stages passing the door during the Summer season
and Tri-weeky in the Winter-so that parents or
guardians may see their children or wards, in case
Of sickncss, without delay. The School will COM
mence about the 10Th of September and continue
until the 10Th of July, making July and August
the vacation months. She begs leave to make the
following references
Rev. II. II. CAsTLEMAN, Stanton.
Col. A. S. GRAY, Harrisonburg.
G,'n. S. Fl. LEWIS, Port Republic.
Mr. G. G. Butler, Principal of the
Rappahannock Academy.
DR.. ARCH. P. SrRoTHER, Bath Courthouse
August Is, lS49.-tf.
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A CHRISTMAS SUPPLY.

'JNHE subscriber has just received fresh supply
of Coatectionarics, Fruits, Toys, Sc, &C.,
consisting in part of the following articles, viz:
Candies, of every variety.
AJMONDS ENC MTG. r>ATI,o,
fklSiNS, GROUND PEAS, PRUNES,
FlLBERTS, PALM NUTS, FIGS,
CHESTNUTS, PECON NUTS, APPLES,
Brandy Peaches, Pickles, Preserved Ginger, Crack
ers, Cheese, Candles, &c., &c.
ALSO-A fine lot of Eldorado, and jones' ID.
Lump Tobacco, Cigars of every kind; Smoking
Tobacco, with Porter, Ale, and Cider, and in short
every other article usually kept in Confectionery
Establishment, all Of which are for sale low by
SAMUEL STERLING.
N. B.-Fresh and Picked Oysters, re-
ceved daily from Baltimore, and for sale by the
Plate, Can, Half-Can, or Pint. S. S.
Stanton. Dec. 26. lS49
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-02-13
Or. Bearh'S American Practice of Medicine and
Family Physician.
THE ROCK FOR THE PEO]

THE BOOK FOR THE PEOPLE.
JNS work treats of the diseases of men, women and
children, OH reformed eclectic principles. IL has
been recommended by the most celebrated physicians
in both hemisphcrcs, and splendid Gold Medals award
ed the author by nine soperegns Of Europe, who have
pronounced it the correct and Scientific Practice,
and as cmncnty designed for Families and Physicians.
This practice taking the palm, and promises soon to
supplant the mineral and depletivc treatment. Com
pletc in one volume, with numerous engravngs.
ALSO,-Dr. Beach's Medicine. Unparalleled mcd-
cnes for every disease incident TO the human Family.
These medicines, adapted to all ages constitutions, eli
and seasons and suited every variety and stage
ofdscase prepared Oft very best ingredients of
this and foreign countries.
For further particulars respecting Dr. Beach's Book
and Medicines, see Pamphlets which may be obtained
gratis of the following
AGENTS.-WREN s. FISHER, Stanton; and b. F.
GRAHAM, Greenvie.
ny.J. McALlSTER, Sole Proprietor. Grand De-
pot, l4l Fulton street, New York
M3feh 7, lS49.
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GOLD DIGGIN'GS.

WE learn by good authority that there is Gold
w in abundance in our State, if it can only DO
found. We hope therefore that the good citizens of
this and the adjoining Counties may be so success
ful as 10 get enough TO answer their purpose with
out travelling of to California, and call at our es-
Enlistment ON the Corner Of the Court house Alley,
(Wm Eagon's old stand. where they can find at
all times splendid assortment Of Saddles, Brides,
Mrtmgales, Saddle bags, Carriage, Ca,yaN.
Buggy and Wagon Harness, Leather Trunks,
Satchets, Valices and Carpet Bags, Carriage and
Wagon Whips, Head Haltsrs, Umbrellas, Sc, &c.
All Of which will be sold on the most accOmmoda-
rIug Terms. CLARKE & BALL.
n. B.-Al work made to order, and repairing
done at the shortest notice. We have in our EN-.
poy some of the best workmen in the Valley and
feel confident that we cannot fail 10 please all who
may favor US with their custom. C. g. B.
Staunton, Nov. IA, lS49.-tf.
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COMMISSIONERS SALE
OF VALUABLE LAND.

vTHE undersigned Commissioners, appointed W
4 a decree Of the Circuit Superior Court OF An-
ous,a rendered on the 18th of December, 1912 IL,
The case of Reeds Committee cs Reed &c.' VIII
proceed to sell at public auction, to the ghesl o'u
der. on the premises, on Friday the !olh gay u
February. the Tract OF Land in the bill ana pro,
ceedipps mentioned. Itcontains by the original
n,tent 3OS ACRES, but will now probably meas,
ure nearly $50 ACRES, and will be surveyed
before the sale. 1t lies about = miles north OF
Stauuton. within Il miles Of the McAdamlZea
Road-adioining the Lands Of DR.. Gamble Coi'
Robertson. &c. About one-thrd Of The Tract is
cleared and in cutivation-the remaining TWO
Thirds well tmbered. The Improvements are a
GOOD LOG HOUSE, tolerable good barn. ahc
two rood Orchards. There is Spring and also
Well of good water convenient TO the house. -,
TERMS.-So much cash in hand as VIII DE-
frav the expenses of sale and all the costs Of suit
on the residue of the purchase money, credit OF j.
2, and years will be allowed unless we nho on on
the day of sale that longer or "horter cfeo' VIII
enhance the price of the land we VIII tnen moo'ly
the terms as regards the number OF instruments n'o
which the purchase money is to be DIVIDED ny
the decree, at least one half of the purchase money
must bear interest from the day oil sale, ana per
hans the whole, as will then ard there oe maze
known-the purchaser to execute bond WIN aP,
proved personal security, and the title of the land
to be withheld as further security until Inc Whole
of the purchase money is paid III
Mr.. John Reed, residing upon the Land Will
shew il to any person DESTROYS of seeing 1t.
SAM'L. HARNSBARGER, I. Con,,rs
JOHN D. IMBODEN,
January l6, lS5O.-tds
ng- Rockingham Register insert ids and for
ward account to this office.
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pocK RR1peE LAND IN MARKET.

WV virtue of an amended decree rendered az uhe
ID last Term of the Superior Court OF Augusta
in the case Of McCue u.s. McCue, shall sen " 'he
hiohest bidder. in the town of Lexington, va on
Saturday the 23rd day Of February next, the Tract
OF Land in the proceedngs mentioned II oeing Inc
same wherein the Defendant John McCue resided
for several Years IL is located about four miles
South- west Of lexington, in delightful neghbor-
hood, and contains about
900 or s94 ACRES.
Ahou, two thirds cleared and in good state ofoul-
t;ys,ion. a large portion being well set in clover
ihe Woodland is finely timbered. The improve
ments are plain but substantial, consisting OF TWO
comfortable LOG HOUSES, Barn, Stone Spring
House, sc. There are several Springs OF gooo
water on the Tract, one very convenient 10 'he
Dwelling house. II is unnecessary to 60 INTO de-
tails ofthe advantages enjoyed BY the residents OF
this neiehborhood, their proximity to the James
River Canal, aud Lexington, with lis College, MIL
i,ary Institute, Academies, &C., secures 10 them
pumberess benefits, rarely to be met with IN Vn-
ginia. l.,
The Terms are, one-fourth in hand, aud the bal
ance in four equal annual nstaments, the purchaser
executing bonds therefor, with approved personal
security, and the legal title to be retained until the
whole purchase money is paid.
Possession given on the LIST day OF March oil me
entire premises reservng to the present tenant 'he
right to reap the crop now growing. me Lana
will be shewn to any one by Mr.. Keller, who re-
sides upon it. Sale positive.
JNO. ID. IMBODEN, Comm.
January %, lS50.-tds.
ElkH- Lexington Gazette and Rockingham Reg
ister inSsr ,dS and forward account TO this OIllce-
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Plantation and Mills for sale.

Il OFFER for sale a Tract Of Land lying on the
i South Fork of Rockfish River, in Nelson Coun-
~, adjoining the lands of James Woods, Esq,
Mr. Samuel Woods and others, containing by old
survey between
FIVE IND SIX HUNDRED ACRES,
a considerable portion of which is Rockfish low
grounds and branch flats. The balance is all ara
bic high land of good quality-indeed is very su-
perior. The low grounds and branch flats fine
meadow land. There is on the tract an ample
supply of timber, and one or two very desirable
rock quarries.
The Improvements consist of a Mill, propelled
by Rockfsh river built in modern style, with cast
iron machinery, and two pair of sones-the base
ment story of stone; good Saw Mill, good framed
Barn, Corn Houses, Stables, Tobacco Houses, Ne
gro Houses with brick chmneys, small
DWELLING HOUSE,
Ice House and other necessary out houses. and an
Apple Orchard of excellent winter fruit.
Rockfsh Valley is situated at the Eastern base
of the Blue Ridge Mountain, lisa high and roman
tic country, alike remarkable for It's beauty, health
fulness and fertility: and the tract now offered for
sale has long been regarded among the most desra-
BILE in that section of country. 1t is distant from
Howardsville on James River, and the Canal, a.
bout eighteen miles; from the contemplated Depot
on the Railroad now in progress from Charlottes-
vile, across the Blue Ridge, to Staunton, only
eight or ten miles; twenty miles from The Univer-
siiy of Virginia, and about fifteen from Staunton
The terms will be made to accommodate the pur-
chaser, and good bargain may be had by early ap
plicalion to James M. Harris, Esq, who resides on
The land He may also be addressed by letter, d.
rected to Greenfield, Nelson Co., Va.
JOHN L. HARRIS,
Novo,nber % ISdQ-tf
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are sick 1t should be the OF every one to see that
it is checked. Life cannot be sustained without it,
1t is thrown off from the blood and other juices OF the
body, and disposes, by this means, oneary i'm
purities within u.s. The blood, by this means only,
works itsel pure.
Would you give physic to UNsroP the pores! Or
would yon apply something that would doth upon the
surface, where the obstruction actuay exists! Would
not this be common sense? And yet know ofno ply
stefan who makes any external application to effect it,
The reason assign is, that medicine within their
knowledge is capable Of doing il. Underthcse crcum
stances presentto ply and others aprep
araton hat has this power in its fullest extent it is
Nc Atister's Al Healing Ointment, or the Worlds
Sdlve. il has POWER to restore perspiration the
eet on the head around old sores upon the chest in
horupon any part othe body whether diseased slight
y or severely. When the perspiration restored it
has powerto penetrate 10 the lungs liver or any other
part OF the human system, and to act upon them, if
they be diseased separate the irritating morbid
particles thererom, and expcl them to the surface.
II has potcer to cause all external sores scroulous
humors Diseases poisonous wounds to discharge
their putrid matter and then heals them.
Its remedy that sweeps OIL the whole catalogue oil
disorders aud the entire cutce to its
healthy functions
tits remedy that forbids the necessity of SO many
delctcrious drugs taken into the stomach.
tits aremedy thatneher sickens, gives
is dangerous to the ntesncs any otherpart OF the
body.
This remedy sprobaby the only one now known that
is capable ofproducing all these great results lsgrca
value is in restoring at once, the circulation OF the fluids
when checked deranged by cold other causes. 1t
preserves and defends the surface from all arrangement
its functions while keeps open the channels for the
blood to void all its impurities, aud dispose Of all its
useless particles There is remarkable harmony and
operation bctwen this medicine and the various unc
tions.
CAUTIoN.-None genuine unless the Propretor's
name be written with pen every label, and 81 800
will be paid for the detection ofany countereer OF the
name or Ointment.
NJ-JAMES McALISTER, Sole Proprictor-Prin-
cipal Office Id Fulton street New York.
For sale by WREN g. FISHER, Staunton; and b. F.
GRAHAM, Greenvle; McGufie & Co.. Midway; IL.
M. DarnalI, Waynesboro'; Cock and Graves, HILLSIDE
ro', Albemarlc Co.
March Z, lS49.
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The Dutch have taken HOl\ana!

-CCe@
'INHESE are the times in which men look for the
Il doings of the world and general information, TO
the Press, which is, by the-by, the true pathfinder
for business men, as well those who wish TO make
every Penny count most for themselves. This be-
ing The order of the day, the undersigned wish to
keep with the current, and at the same time give
the reader good hint which path to travel to make
his money count most. A few good reasons will
satisfy the reader at once why it is that they
and will sell any gentleman suit of Ready made
Clothing, from the conHonest every day suit, to
fine Sunday and superfne wedding suit, cheaper
than any other establishment. In the first place,
then, they are able to sell cheaper than other
establishments, because they are well acquainted
with their business. They buy and sell for Cash,
and know when and where and how to purchase
their goods. Goods we'll bought are half sold"
Even if they had no advantages over any one in
their line of business they still undersell them,
because they require no large profits to make up for
large expenses. They attend TO their business them
selves, and therefore incur but small expenses, com.
paratively speaking, in carrying on The same. They
sell their Goods for Cash, and therefore require no
large profits to make up for loss sustained by credit
sales No one will doubt that the Cash system,
together with small profits, is the best mode OF deal
ing and most advantageous to the purchaser. II
any one doubts this, he VIII be convinced OF lis
truth by calling at the CLOTHING AND VA
RIETY STORE, Corner Of the Virginia Hotel,
where he will find large assortment Of all kinds
ofReady made Clothing, for Menand Boys wear,
such as CIoaks, Over Goats, Frock, Sack, Business
and Dress Goats, Pants and Vests Of all descrip-
lons, Woollen Under shirts and Drawers, all kinds
of Shirts. Collars Cravats, Handkerchiefs, Gloves,
Caps and Hats, together with soue fancy articles,
all of which they will with pleasure exhibit for ex-
animation to those who call upon them. Their pri-
e".L ;il lily -OsJ ti'at tlIis Is HE
place to buy Fall and Winter Clothing. Thesub
scrbers take this occasion to tender the public
their thanks for the liberal patronage which they
have thus far received, and respectfully solicit a
continuance Of the same.
FRANK s CO.,
Corner Room, Virginia Hotel Buildings
Staunton, Oct. 10, lo4o.-3m.
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BOOT AND SHOE FACTORY.
*
F r E S H A K RIV A L S

A NJ. SIMPSON returns his sincere thanks
~ to his friends and the public generally for
their patronage, and hopes by strict attention to
business and willingness to please, to merit con-
tinnance Of the same. He has just returned from
Baltimore and Philadelphia, where he has purchas-
ed a handsome stock of materials for the manufac-
Of BOOTS AND SHOES, Of every description;
French Cafskins, very superior article for Boots
French and Italian Lastings, for Ladies' Caters
Moroccos and Kid of all descriptions, for Ladies,
Misses and Children's wear; also Cork Ssles, fof
Ladies' Winter Shoes; all of which will be made
TO order at the shortest notice and in the neatest
style. Orders from distance promptly attended TO-
E% Ladies' White Kid Shoes made to order,
for Weddings and Parties, at short notice.
Staunton, Oct. "a, l849. ~
E@- Rockingham Register copy three months
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NoTIcE-CAsH STORE.

vVNHE undersigned. DESTROYS Of enlarging his bu-
u siness, will offer his entire stock Of
WELL SELECTED GOODS,
after the 18th inst, at greatly reduced prices, FOR
CASH AND CASH oHLY-at which time he is deter
mined 10 close his Books
All persons having open accounts with him, are
respectfully and earnestly requested to call early
as possible and close them by Bonds or otherwise.
He is in hopes that his old customers will continue
TO deal with him, as he is determined TO make it to
their interest as well as to the interest ofal to do So
WILLIAM KYLE.
Stauntan Ian Is lS50-tf
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TO Physicians, Druggists and
Country Merchants.

nR. n. Kceler and Bro most respectfully solicit
~ attention to their fresh stock Of English, French.
German and american Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals,
Medicines, &c. Having opened new Store No. 294
Market ST. with full supply Of Fresh Drugs and Med
cines respectfully solicit Country dealers to exam
and all who may feel disposed to extend TO therpa-
ronasc TO sell them genuine Drugs and Medicines,
liberal terms any other house in the City, and TO
faithfully execute all orders entrusted TO us promptly and
with dispatch.
One OF the proprieors being regular physician az
ords ample guarantee ofthc genuine quality Of all art
Giles sold at their establishment.
We especially invite druggists and country merchants,
who may wish to become agents for DR.. Reeler's Cee
brated Family Medicines, tstaudard and popular
dies.) to forward their address.
Soliciting the patronage Of dealers, We respectfully
remain,
No. 294 Market street, Philadelphia.
c,c,,top,ber 10 1910 Nv
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Stock transportation on the Louisa Railroad
ssss5TaTs ESSSS &ll,A
800 s:SGa7ss,EsS

vVNHE owners of Stuck are hereby notified that
Il provision is made fos receiving of Stock on the
Cars at Shadwell Mills, to be transported from
thence to the place called the Junction on the Rich
mond, Fredericksburg and Potomac Rail road, on
every Monday, Wednesday and Friday evening.
I. would be well for Drivers of Stock to write
on to Mr.. Edward J. Timherlake, Depot Agent at
Shadwell, where there is Post Office, (letters to
be post-paid) for day two at least previously to
the arrival of the Stock, giving notice of the time
when the Stock is expected to arrive at Shadwell,
with the number Of head aud descriptions Of Stock.
G.. r. MASON,
Superintendent Transportation Louisa r. r.
November Z, lS49.-tf.