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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
STAUNTON VA, WEDNESDAY, APRIL g. 1850
CASHMERE SHAWLS.

To appreciate the treasures opened before us
would require the taste and judgement of lady.
cannot pretend to do justice TO them. We saw some
200 shaws of the most graceful patterns and as each
one after inspection was thrown down as if some
article of furniture, the whole room, in thecourse OF
short time, assumed the appearance ofbeing lined
with shawls. Shawls are made in two shapes the
oblong and square. Theobong called "Doschala, /"
(signfying two shawls) are made and sold in pairs;
The French admire and use them, and the women
in India wear them. The prices per pair of those
we saw varied from 600 to 900 rupees; one shawl
costs nearly as much as the pair, and in fact they
are rarely if ever sold separately. The edges are
sewn together, so that both sides have the same APP
peaIance. The square shawls, called "Rumal," ("
(handkercbief,) are made singly, never in pairs !;
they are more liked than the obong in England and
throughout Asia. The men wear them either fold
ed round the waist or thrown over the shoulders;
their price varies from $50 to 800 rupees each. The
colors of the central parts were white black green.
light blue and red. They can Of course make the
centre part of any COLOR but we saw none save those
now mentioned. The duty is about one-third ofthe
value of the shawl and is paid before it is even be-
gun making The Moktar, or Agent of Goolab
Singh, values every pattern submitted to him, and
fixes the duty being acquainted with every loom,
ana constantly inspecting lhe ihdhu'dctuie, ho oiiauu
can take place, and when the shawl reaches GER
tain stage it is stamped with the government seal.
Hadji Ibid gave US variety of information on sub
iec,s connected with his trade. He sends shawls and
the Jamawah 10 Cairo, Constantinople. Bagdad, Is
pahan, Cabul, Lahore, Delhi, and Bombay. The
Jumawah. of a beautiful pattern, made to order for
dresses for ladies' in the seraglio oftke Turkish Sui
tan was shown to us. Shawls for beauties of the
Shah of Persia's Harem we inspected, and in fact
we saw every variety Of this manufacture in wool.
The tribute shawl. (six pair, believe, sentevery
year the Ghoolab Singh to The Queen of England,
are the very best that can be made, in fact, such
shawls were never before made in the valley; each
pair costs in material and workmanship 5000 ru-
pees. We could not obtain view ofthem owing
to their only having just been commenced upon,and
from one small piece but a very imperfect idea OF
the beauty of the whole could be obtained. The
Hadji told us the price of each shawl as it was dis
played with the amount of duty, and having re-
quesied him to send about dozen that we picked
out for our further examination. we took our depar-
ture.-Jornal ofa 1+iptrOm JheEum to Cashmere,
in 1S49.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
J,IpPINCoTT, TAYLOR & GO.
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
Cs0thIng Warehouses.

(1Re largest assortment IN the United States)
New Warehouse, South west corner of Fourth and
Market Streets.
Old Stand, l9s end zoe Market Street. abore Sirth,
fhiladelphie,
VXTHERE theiargestassortment ofREADY MADE
w CLOTHING can be found in this market. Their
stock is always full and complete and they are there
fore always prepared, either in Summers heat or
Waters cold'' to supply every demand upon them
Their motto is Stpefiof Goods fair prices and they
would therefore respectfully solicit the Merchants Of
the Valley OF Virginia give them call on heir next
trip to Philadelphia.
December l9, lS49.-6m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
To southern and western Merchants, &C

To Southern and western Merchants, &c
SILVER Forks--Table, Medium, Dessert
- Tea, OYSTER, and Pickle, Spoons-Table, Dessert
Tea. GRAVY, Mustard and Salt. Ladles-Soup, oys
ter. Sauce, Sugar and Cream. Knyes-lce Cream
Fish, Cake, Butter, Fruit, Dessert.
Tea Sets of various patterns plain to richly chased
and of every variety OF form. Odd pieces made tC
match, and broken sets completed. Silver warranted
standard.
plated and Britannia Ware, of latest patterns, con-
stanty ON hand and for sale at
WILSON'S Silver Ware Manufactory,
S.W corner 9TH ind Cherry sts, Philadelphia
December 10, lS49.-6m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03

The BLACK RAscAL.-A letter from Hayti,
dated at Port au Prince, On the 9th ult, speaking o
His Serene Highness the Emperor Soulouque The
First, ,ayss
"The Emperor and court have just returned from
Petit Guave, village some few leagues distant,
where they have been spending the last fifteen days,
engaged in religious ceremonies, feastng. Sc this
has nerfered much with the receipts of coffee here
week $6a per 1000 pounds"
We notice statement in some of the papers that
our Consul there has sent home for a naval force
for the protection Of American interests on that Is
land. His black Highness had better take care
BY annexing his Dominions, we should acquire both
"land and negroes. ."-IThig.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
PhiIa. Dry Goods Emporium
ECHEL, RAIGUEL & Co.,

ECIIEL, RAIIU Ed q OU',
IMPORTERS s. WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
Foreign IL Domestic Dry Goods,
No. l26 and lS0 NJ Sd ST., abore West Side
TrEEp at all seasons complete assortment Of FOR
II EIGN & DOMESTIC DRY GOODS on hand, a
apted TO the trade of all sections of the country and
adequate to any demand that may be made upon them
They invite the attention of Southern dealers ana es-
necsly the Merchants of the Valley of Virginia to an
rxamnaton Of their Stock satisfied that they will lind
it to their interest to deal with them
December 10, lS49.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
TAMEs e. BROWN,

Wholesale and Relnl Saddle and 1r1mk Maker,
No. 90 South Fourth Street between Market s. Chest
nut Streets, Philadelphia.
TIME attention of dealers and others is invited to his
i assortment ofSaddles, Brides, Saddlebags Col,
lars, Whips, &c.-Also to his superior article OF
TRUNKS, viz Sole Leather Trunks, Solid Leather
Steel Spring Trunks, OF light weghts Risetcd Iron
Frame Trunks Lady's Dress Trunks, Bonnet Boxes,
Wood Trunks, ofditferent quaties Valices, ofvari'
ous style and prices; Velvet Tapestry and Brussels
Carpet Bags, Enamelled Leather Bags, Lady's Tray
eling Bags Satchels, &C., &c. all OF which he offers
At low prices for Cash, or approved paper. Orders
thankfully received, and promptly executed.
December 10, 1919 -6m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
Hats, Caps, Ladies' Rich Furs, Beaver BOnnets,& 81
WILLIAM III. BEEBE & CO.,

lbs CHEsNur ST., PHILADELPHIA
TTAvE on hand large and superior assortment o
III FINE GOODS, in the greatest variety in Their
line of trade, and offer them to Merchants and Dealer.
peneraly at fair and moderate prices They especial
" solicit the attention of the Merchants of the Valley
Of Virginia TO their splendid Stock and trust that on
their visit TO Philadelphia they will not fail to give
them a call. Wm H. Gardner, late OF Richmond, va;
s ossocated in the firm OF w II. Beebe Co. and will
take great pleasure in waiting on his Virginia friends
December l9, lS49.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
ERASMUS D. WOLFE. JESSE E. PEYTo
Wolfe & PcytOm,

Wholesale Dealers in Foreign & Domestic Dry Goods,
No SO. MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA.
WE would respectfully call the attention of South
w crn Dealers TO our we'll selected stock of Fo-
rcion and Domestic Dry Goods. They have been pur-
chased for CASH and will be off TO customers upon
the cheapest terms We extend special invitation to
the Merchants of Virginia pay avist at our house,
No. SO Market St, Philedelphia.
Dec. le, tSl9.=-6m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
JOHN B. w "A TT > ,
mrnR NHY AT LAW.

sSROM the liberal support heretofore extended to me as
member of the Bar, in the Courts OF Augusta Co,s
5,;t;,ens Of Rockingham Highaud and Pocahontas 10
the first two, in their respective Quarterly and CIRCUIT
Superior Courts; aud to the other in their Circuit ou
perior Court only, Office in the briekrange seconu
room from the North end, on the last oil Inc |0ui'
house square, in Staunton
Staunton, Feb s, lS5N.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
0v 10 LEWIS

No. 5, South Fifth Street. Philadelphia,
Importer and Dealer, Wholesale IL Retail,
in Wines, Liquors ami Segars.
CONSTANTLY on hand, large and well assorted
" stock, which is offered in any quantities on modcr-
ate terms, comprising
Mederia, Sherry Port, Lisbon, Sicily, Tcnerif, Nal
aga, Champagne, Claret, Hook, Sauterne and Barsac
Wines.
Old Pale and Dark Cognac Brandies; Jamaica and
ST. Croix Rum Holland Gin Irish, Scotch and Monon-
gahela Whiskes: Wine Bitters, (of very superior
quality y London Brown Stout, and Scotch Ale; Ii
quors &c. and the finest brands Of choice Havana Sc
gars.
All orders promptly and carefully executed
December 10, lS49-6m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
WRIGHT & KING.
Clothing Rooms, No. 1876, Market Sly above 4tb,
DhiIadeInhia.

philadelphia.
VKTHERE at all times can be found complete and
w extensive assortment OF
Ready-Madc Clothing.
They specially invite the Merchants oi the saliey
of Virginia TO give them CALL promising to furnish the
hest articles in their line upon such terms must COM
mand and secure their patronage. They manufacture
CLOTHING to order upon the shortestnotce and VIII
be happy respond all suitable calls from the ooun'
try to that effect.
December l9, lS49.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
STAUN TON SPECTATOR.
T F. r Nj S .

Ut The e"SPECTATOR"isp is pablishedohcea ,ceek
a, Too Dollars year, paid in adoanee, or ito0
Dollars and FIfty Cents fdeGyed beyond the erpirG
lion of he year No subscription oillbe discontinued
bi at the option oae Edo's until a!arreafGSeSa are
paid. ,,u;,,n,st
De post patd, or they ,oillRot be attendedto.
ne 1DYERT TTSE HENTS of thirteen ttneS to'
less inserted three times for one dollar ana tpehty
Ue cents for each
ceriisemens in the same proportion A1tosra'o'Se"""
made 20 Gdvertisersby the year
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03

NEW KINK.-Our aristocracy now give morn
ing balls. They are quite popular on Walnut and
Chestnut streets The bellies and beaux commence
the affairs about eleven or twelve O'clock, A. NJ
They close the shutters of their parors, light the
gas, and then trip on the light fantastic toe till the
''wee short hours ayont the twal," when they wind
up the festivities with-a supper. Improvements
will never cease-Phila. Despatch.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
POETRY.
FOR THE SPECTATOR.
LINES TO II. -. .---BY AMIE.

LINES TO II .. .---BY AMIE.
They told me to forget the past,
With all its dreamy bliss,
And said twas mad in me to waste
My tears for love like his
How can teach my wayward heart
To throb for him no more?
How can bid the hopes depart
That filled my breast of yorcs
o. am lone and weary now!
Uncared for and unbtest'
With few 10 love me, none 10 know
How wildly I'm distfess'd!
Then must remembrance be denied,
Remembrance of those days,
That found him seated at my side
With glowing words of praise'
o! must his low and pleading tone
Be lost TO memory?
Can forget the eyes that shone
With such kind light on meS
Can forget the holy thrill
My heaving bosom felt, =,
When moonlight ewes were bright and still,
And at my feet he knelt5
They say his love is none Of mine,
That hope in me is vain
He bows him at another's shrine
And never breathcs my name.
Alas knew IT long ago,
That he waxed cold and strange
My woman'S instinct told me so,
And yet felt no change
For when he came to say goodbye,
The day we were to part,
saw a sorrow in his eye
That was no trick Of art
And when he took my hand in his,
And drew me TO his heart
Aud bent to give the parting kiss,
felt a tear drop start:
But quick repressed the falling tear,
My bosom ached the while,
And yet IJorced my lips to wear
A cold and careless smile.
He came to press my lips again,
But | refused the boon
He called me cold and heartless then,
Ia sad reproachfnl tone
But was waiserihg and weak,
And well my heart he knew,
Again he kissed my lip and cheek,
Then breathed his last adieu.
D then he turned away from me
Twas most too much TO bear
heard his last steps die away,
And yet shed no tear
That day is past--its dreams are o'er,
He nerer thinks Of
His voice will bless my heart no more,
Our parting was for aye
But will love his memory still,
lIy loue can harm him not
twill give TO him and his no i'll,
And soothc ing weary lot.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03

LABoR.-Why, man Of dleness, labor rocked
you in the cradle, and hal nourshed your pamper-
ed life without it, the woven silks and wool upon
your back would be in the fold. For the meanest
thing that ministers to human want save The air of
heaven. man is indebted to toll and even The air,
by Gods ordination, is breathed with labor. 1t is on
y the dIones who toll who infest the hive of
tivity like masses of corruption and decay. The
lords of the earth are working men. who can build
up or cast down at their will, and who retort the
sneer Of the ':solt hand" by pointing to their tro-
phies, wherever art, science, civilization, and hu-
manity are known. Work on, man Of toll thy
royalty is yet to be acknowledged as labor rises on
ward To the highest throne Of power Work on,
and in the language of true poet, be
"A glorious man and thy renown shall be
Borne by the winds and waters thro' all time
While there's keel TO carry il on the sea
From cline to cline,
Or God ordans that idcncss is a crime"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03

The DEVIL AND Dr. FAusTUs-Faustls, one
Of the earliest printers had the policy to conceal his
art, and this policy we are indebted for The ira
dtion Of "The Devil and Dr. Faustqs" He as
sociated with John Of GottenGurg. Their types
were cut in wood and fixed, not movable, as at pres
emf. Having printed off numbers of copies of the
bible, to initiate those which were commonly sold
in MS, he undertook The sale of them at Paris,
where printing was unknown. AS he sold his cop
les for sixty crowns, while the scribes demanded,
five hundred, he created universal establishment /;
but when he produced copies as fast as they were
wanted, and lowered the price to thirty crowns, all
Paris was agitated. The uniformity Of The copies
increased the wonder; information was given to the
police against him as a magician and his lodging
being searched and great number Of copies found,
they were seized. The red ink with which they
were embelished was supposed to be his blood, aud
it was seriously adjudged that he was in league with
the devil If he had not fled, he would have shar-
ed the fate of those whom supersti,ious judges
demned in those days for witchcrait, A. ID. AGO.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03

A Gooo 'Us.--A woman on horseback came o.
yer the bridge the other day, and was cooly riding
by the gate, when she was hailed by the toll gath
erer for the pay,
"What do you want toll for?" she asked and
the gate keeper explained in full.
"How much do you tax 2" she inquired .
The keeper, pointing 10 the ''raes Of TOLL %
read. "For man and horse, nine cents"
ooh oh !" exclaimed the lady, "ths Is not a
man and horse, but ,oomap and mare"
And, chirruping and plying her switch with great
energy 10 the sides of her nag, she rolted amidst
the loud laughter and cheers of the by-standers,
while the gate keeper looked-you can guess how!
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03

INTERESTING ANEcDoTE.-Two young Ameri-
leans, after completing their education IN Europe,
were travelling with the view of perfecling them
selves in their classical studies Thus engaged they
were scjourning for short time in Vienna.
One day, while crossing the street, an Austrian
officer of high military rank came dashng along at
a furious rate on horseback. One Of these Alneri-
cans appehending that the horse would run against
him raised small cane with the view of turning
the horses head, whereupon the officer struck him
with his whip. Upon ascertaining the address Of
the officer, he demanded satisfaction Of him, which
demand the officer treated with contempt, rdicul-
ing the idea of his responding to an unknown Amer
lean boy. In this strait the two young gentlemen
laid their grievance before the American represen-
tative at that court. Our Charge Immediately ad-
dressed the officer and after aptulatng the facts,
informed him that he must either apologize or give
the satisfaction required, and that, in the event Of
his failing 10 do SO, he would. over his own sigma
ture, as the representative Of the American govern
ment, publish him in every leading paper on The
continent as palroon. 1t is needless TO add that
this demand was Immediately followed by an am
pie apology of the Austrian officer.-Wash. Union.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
JOHN MACINTOSH. WIN. F. VIII
MACINTOSH & WHITE,
NJ. r. WHITE.

Wholesale LADIES' Boot and Saoe JMangactmers,
No. IS, South Fourth Street, Philadelphia.
M s w. are extensively engaged in the Manu-
lfa facture of LADIES, MISSES, AND chill
DREN>S BOOTS AND SHOES in all their vaIie-
lies and keep always on hand full supply to answer
the demands oftrade. They invite the attention OF
Country Merchants TO their extensive stock satished
that at no other establishment Of the kind in Philadel-
phia can they suit themselves better either as 1t re-
cards the quality of their Goods or the upon
which they are prepared and determined to sell them
Call and see them at their Old Stand, No. Is, South
Fourth Street, Phade phia.
December l9, lS49.-6m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
wM. ?, wrLsTACH,

No. 49, North Third Street, Philadelphia,
Wholesale Importer, Manufacturer and Dealer in
Saddlers' Hardware, Carriage and Harness Fur
niture, Saddle and Carriage Trimmings, &c,
KEEPS constantly on hand, rich aud extensive as
IN sortment of SADDLERY HARDWARE, and
through the medium of their home journal, invites
the Merchants Of the Valley of Virginia to call and see
him before purchasing elsewhere. He okers his Goods
at such prices as will not fail to please his Customers
Remember his place of business is No. rs l-2 North
Third Street, Philadelphia.
December 10, lS49.-6m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
NENDERSON NJ. BEAA,
ATTORNEY AT LAW,
STAUNTON, VIRGINIA.

yNRACTISES in the various Courts Of Augusta,
i Rockbridge, Bath and Highland. Prompt at
,ention will be given to all business entrusted 'c
his care. H. ro,.,
Office in the white building opposite the Oour'
House, next door to John n. Hendren-whe'e ht
may always be found during business hou's' eNceP
when professionally absent.
Nav 2, IS49.-tR
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03

PROFESSIONAL BEGeARs.-The Italian Benevo-
lent Sociely in New Orleans, cautions tie public
against the hordes of professional beggars from Italy
now in The United States. They say these soci-
tors Of eleemosynary aid are impostor,, who make
annual visits from Italy as professed beggars, and
follow it as regular trade. The number is annu-
ally increasing, for at the close Of the season they
return hume with more money than they ever saw
before, and their success stimulates others to follow
theirexampIe. The brig Louisiana, which recently
arrived from Genoa, brought ss passengers seventy
of these characters, covered with rags, vermin and
filth, all of whom are now no doubt following thei
vocation The police of the cities should pay theil
respects to these mpostors, and rid the streets u
their presence.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03

DEFINITION OF DoeMArsM.--"R Robert, my
DEAR" said Jenny with the deferental air ofa schol,
ar, "Robert, what did Mr.. Carraway mean when
he said he hated dog-dogmatsm 2" Tops was
puzzled. =.
"Robert, my DEAR" Jenny urged, "what-wha'
in the world is dogmatism :"
Now it was the weakness of Topps never tOcon'
fess Ignorance Of any thing soeser to his wife. "a
man Should never do it," Topps had been known
in convivial season to declare, sit maks 'em con-
ceited. Whereupon Topps prepared himself, as
was his wont, to make solemn, satisfying answer
Taking Off his hat and smoothing the wrinkles OF
his brow, Topps said, "Humph what is dogma
ism Why, it is this of course; dogmatism is pup
pyism come to its full growth"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-04-03
Washing reduced to a Science.
s. CRANES IMPROVED WASH MIXTURE,

rIHE subscribers have purchased offs Crane, the pat
T. ent Right for the Counties of Rockingham and Au-
gusta for his Improved Wash Mixture, OF which they
will sell family rights.
Thi, mixture is warranted to give entire satisfaction
and is destined to effect entire revolution in the bus
iness of the aundrcssOeins an improved preparation
Tor washing clothes perfectly, with astonishing facility
and despatch and without injury to texture or color
Eyery family of whatever size do all their washing
in less than one hour without the labor rubbing pound
ing or friction of Machinc thas saving expense and la
bor while clothing will be saved from the wear and tear
PETER TRICK,
S. w. COFFMAN.
March l6, lS50.-3m.
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NEW YORK PRINT WAREHOUSE,
1S5O--SPRINGs STYLES.
LEE & BREWSTER

OFFER FoR SALE AT THE ABOVE ESTABLISHMENT,
A Cedar Street, New York.
a n extensive assortment of American and Foreign
"A Priuted Calcoes, unsurpassed in variety aud beau
sy of execution. ,,o DIT. .o.,
L. s. b. exhibit about 200 Cases New Prints' com,
arising all desirable STYLES of domestic production and
large recent mporta,ions Of British and French
The Goods offered printed on Cloths parchaS-
ed before the late advance prices, and are offered al
tess than manufacturers present Prtces,-or Cash or 'he
usual credit.
ORpERs, for Prints can be executed to great advan-
tase and will repay Merchants not visiting New York.
60 make the trial.
March 20, lS50-3m,
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CLARK s. WEST,
REMOVAL.
SILK wAREHO OUsE.
cHESEBRoUGE, STEARNS & CO.,

IMPORTERS AND JoBBERs OF SILK GOODS,
Having removed to the Spacious and Elegant Store
No l62, Broad,cay, (0Pposite Rathbu'''s Hotel.)
RE now prepared to exhibit choice stock Of Silk
n and Fancy Goods, selected with great care from
the latest importatons which Tor variety and elegance
they are determined shall not be surpassed by auy house
in the trade. ,
They invite special attention to their extensive ael
Room which they have fitted up in superb style and IN
which may be found the most brilliant attractions OF the
New York Market.
Straw Goods and Bonnes, Umbrellas and Parasols IN
great variety and complete assortment also 10 be
found in their esa5lshment,-a OF which are offered
Npon the most favorable terms
New York, March 20, lS50-3m.