davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
srAuxrox SIETnODIsT e. SUNDAY SCHOOL.

Hessrs Editors AS YOU not present TO witness
the exercises of the Saunion NJ e. Sunday School the
4h inst | will give brie account Of them, doubling
they will prove interesting 10 many Of your readers
According arrangements previously made the scholars
attached the s School assembled at the NJ Ia Churcn
about o'clock The 4th July, where they were o'ueG
into procession piece OF ribbon lacked 10 Tue o'eaS
each, with appropriate Inscription on IT, au Poceecea "
march through part Of the town. eac Grass u"ae 'e i
mediate charge of lis teacherthe wnoe neaueH anu COLI
Quoted by the Rev. T. NJ. Reese and Mr. A. NJ simpson
Superintendent and Asst, Sup of the School Alter which
they returned 10 the Church. where applicable prayer
was offered mn ~ tho Rev. A. A. Reese. Master John
Rec then arose and read audible voice the Declaration
of Independence Master Thos s Reese, this stage OF
the proceedings delivered in clear meituou tone, pa
drioc address happily conceived and admirably adapted
30 the day and the OCCASION Miss NJ h. ESkGdge then
Tected piece which was followed on a dialogue be-
tween Misses Bear and Arnold Here Master John Ste
yens aSose aud entertained the audience with speech Sc
eced as Illustrative of the objects 10 be accomplished by
the perpetualCu OF the Sabbath SchOo and the dSsemlna-
ton of scrptura ,uhs which was followed by the reca-
lion of piece of poetry by Master James Kyle The whue
was euvened by suitable hymns the conclusion OF each
niece from the choir AID tho children alternately. Alter
these exercises were finished the Schoo repaired to Ia.
bic loaded with palatabe decaces. which had been pre-
na.d nv the friends og the School, whose kindness seemed
to be duly appreciated by The scholars from the readiness and
freenm win which they INDUCED their appetlteS This
is the first effort that has been made, believe, IN this
community IN have an exhibition Of this character and ii is
unite ailrpo To the friends of Sunday Schools that was
followed by such an Interesting result, which doubt VIII
have the effect Of attracting many children to our Saooah
Schools where the most Sautay influences may be exert
ed over the formation Of their moral character
A FRIEND To SABBATH SCHOOLS
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
Medical Department of Hampden sidney College,

Medical Department of Hampden Sidney College,
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA. -fs
YHE thirteenth Annual Course of Lectures will son
mence on Monday, the 18th Of October, 1850, and
continue until the LIST Of the ensuing March. The con-
mencement for comforting degrees will be held about the
middle Of March,
H. L. BoHaNsAN, NJ. d., Prof. of Obstetrics and Die
eases Of lpomen and Children
L. w. CnAMBERLAYEr, M. d., Prof. Of .Matnia
.uedica and Therapeutics.
). MAgPIE, NJ d., Prof. Of Chemistry and PharmaoY,
CHAs. BELL GIBSON, NJ. d., Prof. Of Surgery END
Surgical .4naiomy
CARTsA P. JOHNSON, M. D., Prgf Of .anasemy ~
Physiology.
3; H. TUoKza, NJ. D., Prof. Of Theory and Ptstsix
Of Medicine.
ARraua E. PErIcoLn, M. D., Dsmensrssev q =
| natomy.
The study Of practical Anatomy may be prosecuted Nt
me most ample facilities, and at very uifng expense
clinical Lectures regularly given at the College ~
urinary and Richmond Almshouse. The lnhrmary, undss
Inc same roof with the College and subject to the entire
control OF the Faculty, at all times well filled with msde
zeal and surgical cases. and furnishes peculiar facies fss
clinical instruction. Many surgical operations performs
ed in presence Of the class; and the students being freely
admued TO the wards enjoy, under the guidance Of the
Professors, unusual opportunities for becoming familiar viii
the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment Of disease.
E1penses-N fee S.. Professors fees, o.
Demonstrators fee, $40. Graduation fee, $25.
The price Of board including fuel, lghs aud servan2
attendance, is usually or $3t per week.
The catalogue, &C., containing fuller information con-
corning the institution will be forwarded to those applying
for it, or specific inquiries will be answered by letter. Al
dress. s. MAUPIN, NJ. D., Dean Of the Faculty.
July 8, IS50.-5t.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
A CHOICE FARM FOR SALE.

WILL, on Thursday, LIST day Of August expose to pub
lie sale the tract of Land which now reside, suat
ed n Augusta county, Middle river IL miles West Of
Staunon and q from MiddIebrook and containing le3
ACRES. The land is, perhaps, productive asany 10
this fertile part Of the County and is in excellent state
of culiva,ion and improvement 1t has it large we'll
built and convenient BRICK HOUSE, containing nine
rooms and also good Servant Houses and all the usual oai
buildings, IN good repair. 1t contains also good saw
Mill that has been very profitable There sa sufficient
quantity Of Superior Meadoao, abundance ofresh wateI
Attached to the barn is Stationary Ihreshng Machine
On this place there is very good site fora Merchant %
with sufficient water power all Of the year, and
in the midst of an extensive wheat growing country, and
when the public Improvements, in progress shall have
been completed Saunon it will be convenent toons d
the best markets in the country
TERMS made known on the day Of sale. They viii
be very accommodating. Partial possession will be given
in time for putting in the Fall crop. Persons wishing y
purchase are invited call and examine the property before
the day Of sale. w. u. CAMPBElAl-
June %. lS50.-3t.
fg indicator and Rockingham Register will pleesa
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
MUSIC MUSIC /! !

MFR. MARSHALL, Volinst, pupil OF Her Scmidt
A'A the celebrated composer and performer, will give an
entertainment of Music on The Violin, Thursday eve
ung, June llh, 1850.
PROGRAMME,
Grand Galiopade,
Behold how brightly breaks the morning.
Italian Waltz-Flow gently sweet Alton
German Waltz-Moonligh Maniac
Cuckoo SoLo-As played by Ole Bull,
Slarceois Hymn, Yankee Doodle. with variaiions)
Miss Lucy Neale, Munie Musk, Dan Tucker, March
es, Sc, &c.
sEy- Commence at 81 Observation-Disclosures l2a CTS
>Stunon July 10 1850.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10

FFAYlNG purchased the entire stock Of Drugs Medi-
zines, Sc. of the late firm of Eskrdge & Kinney,
will continue the business the old stand and hope by IN
RENTED alteration 10 business 10 merit share of patronage
THOS. =. ESKRiDGE.
n. Bah accounts standing on the Books Of The late
will expect prompt call from all persons indebted in OF
der that the said accounts may be closed. L. ?. E.
Siaun,on July 3. 1850.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
A. NlcChesney, Administrators of Samuel Hunter, decd


A. McChesney, Administrators of Samuel Hunter decd
Plaintiff,
AGAINST
A. Austin and Mary his wife, Samuel A. Hunter, John n.
Hunter, Susan Alexander James H. Yae3 and Julia
his wife, and WIN. l., Hunter, heirs and distributes Of
Samuel Hunter, decd and Erasmus H. Filch-Defnts.
L the June Term, 1850 Of the Circuit Superior Court
n of Augusta County, the following order was made
by Of parties, by their Counsel it is ordered that
i;asey Commissioner Hendrcn do state and settle
cunt showing
st. The transactions Of the Plaintiff Administrator
of samuel Hunter, decd.
End The debts due from the Estate, The dignity of each
ami the fund applicable to the payment Of debts.
3rd The advancements received by each Of the children
Of Samuel Hunter, decd, in the lifetime of the father.
And the said Commissioner will also report specially any
thing deemed by him pertinent, or which any party may
require 10 be so stated M sher ordered that any the
parties interested in the said SHALL fequred BY any
other, submit TO oah before the Commissioner,
any pertinent inquiries submitted in writing"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10

Dr. MIANE's LIVER PiLIs-When the proprietor of
this invaluable remedy purchased it Of the inventor. there
was no medicine which deserved the name for the of
Liver aud Bilious complaints, notwithstanding the great
prevalence Of these diseases in the United States In the
South and Yves. particularly, where the PATIENTS frequent
IL unable obtain the services ola regular physician
remedy was required safe and eaectua and whose
operation could in wise prove peudica to the cOnsli
tuition This medicine is supplied by Dr. NJ Lanes Lv-
or Pills. as has been proved in every instance in which
has had trial Always beneficial not solitary instance
has ever occurred in which its effects have been injurious
The invention Of educated aud distinguished physician,
IL has uohjpg in common with the quack nnsrns impos
cd upon the public by shallow preendeS the medical art.
Experience has proved beyond doubt, that DIR. NJ
Lanes Pill is the best remedy proposed for the liver
complaint
G3- Purchasers will please beware Of Countereits, and
invariably ask for DE- Planes celebrated Liver Pills aud
take none else rs there other Pills purporng 10 be
Liver pills, now before the public.
" Sold Wholesale and Retail by EsgRIpGE KIN
NET. SauUtonaso by Druggists and dealers generally
throughout the United States
July 10, 1850
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10

BY VIM r. Smi,h,--Nlay the hills of Augusta never be
without hand to plant the Flag Of Freedom upon their
submits.
BY J, H. BenneL-The United States of America
May they ever stand united.
by C.. B. Calyert-Oul Union now, our Union forever
BY Col Badwin.-The Declaration of Independence,
and the Constitution Of the United Satisfactorily and
Union, now and forever one aud useparable.
BY john L, Pey0n, Esq.-Capt John ii. Ast-He does
no dlscredit 20 his predecessors in office.
Complimentary Toasts were drank IL d. w. PaIteSon,
Esq., and TO Col Baldwin, both of whom made acknowl
edgnens in their usual happy Style and in terms most a
proprate 10 the occasion and grateful 10 the Company
After Toast to our host responded to by three deaien-
ing cheers the festivities OF the Gay were oroug 10 CLOSE
amid feelings ofoy which could fail stamp it ndeli-
bly, upon the recoections Of all present.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
CONGHESS.

On Monday. juIv lst in the Senate Mr.. Cooper concu-
ed his remarks in favor Of tho adjustment BILL MI Up
ham followed in opposition
MIR Yulee submitted Joint resolution for the terlna-
icn Of the present sessun Of Congress the 18th August
In answer lhe Senate resolution Of the u ha message
was received from the President stating that all the orders
and correspondence relative New Mexico and Texas have
heretofore been cOmmuaiesled and that the Executive had
yet received official notice Of Col MOnrues prOca-
nation calling Convention.
la the House OF Representatives the report Of the Select
Committee on the Galphn Claim up the special
Order Of the day The conduct Of the Secretary Of War in
relation to the clam was condemned By Messrs. Burt,
Brooks and COnger and sustained By AeSsrs TOonbs and
1}reck
On Tuesag in the Senste the Joint resnlhtn offered by
Mr. Yulee taken up, and after discussion.
postponed fortnight Mr. Seward delivered long speech
10 opposition the Adjustment Bill, and in favor of the
immediate admission OF California.
Ia the House of Representatives. the discussion Of the
Gaphn continued by Messrs. Bieck, ScheUck,
Stephens, Of Ga, Sc.
On "Wednesday in the Senate MI fIoaston spoke an
hour on the cundact Of Gen. Taylor towards Texas
The Compromise Bin taken up, when Mr. Bell
spoke three hours in stating his objections to the BILL and in
defence uf the President frulR Mr.. laws speeches Mr.
Clay said that the Cabinet had waged war against the BILL
aul re SaS lfaHsd H. and would do against thousand
Presidents. (Ap5apsel Mr.. Bel replied, aud had nnt
concluded his speech eA the Senate aIoUued till Fri
day.
Ct ' '''' vi ~ ''' I'VN4' WI 'He
phn Claim was resumed and the debate continued by
Messrs McKissDck, Carter Houston aud James G. King.
The latter had concluded when the HoRse adjourned
until Friday.
On Friday in the Senate Mr. Bell continued his speech
but did nut conclude.
In the House of Representatives, the Galphin case
further discussed.
On Saturday, Mr. Bell continued his speech in the Sen
ate in vndica,iun ofthe course of the Executive.
In the House resolution adopted to appoint COIN
mittee Of investigation the conduct of Mr.. Gdduus,
charged with extracting from files of The Post Office
certain papers relating the removal of the Post Master
Oberla. Ohio. Mr. Stanley spoke on the Galphu
& The effective military force Of Russia ia 100000 men;
that Of England, 100000 that of France 400 600.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.

The unsased creditors of The late Jeremiah Aude are
notified to produce their Claims together with the evidence
thereof before at my office Staunton, or before
Tuesday the SOh of july $780, in order that they may be
classified and reported to the next term of the Circuit Su
perior Court of Augusta County.
The Administrator and the other parties interested are
also requested furnish me- the day above designated
with the data necessary for statement Of the other branch
es the in the foregoing deceta ORDER directed
j. N. HENDREN, Master Comm.
1nlv 2 1S50-1w
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
II. DAWSON, r. S,
A TRIBUTE OF RESPECT.

At meeting Of the Washington L. Society The 29th Of
June the following preamble aud resolutions unanimously
adopted
Whereas have heard with the most uncigh
cd that the destro angel IN his
has the circle brotherhood and has drawn
the apery Of the tomb around the ancpatons OF
esteemed friend aud fellow membcr JoHS c. JAMES there
fore be it resolved -
That it is with feelings OF the most sincere that
again called together the death Of who but few
short weeks since the full of health met with around
the altar beloved society his Of devotion
10 her interest aud welfare.
That we deeply depore this affective dispeusaon Of Divine
Providence which deprived Of friend aud Society
devoted member and has taken from country
whose aab department and commanding talents had he been
spared little longer would have rendered him most useful
member Of society.
That although he has been stricken down the morning OF
his days when the brightest hopes clustering around his
visions Of life do bow humble submission to the will
OF Him, whose mysterious Providence 10 mngc
and yDPMhes with those of his dconsolate family
who are left TO mourn his early death
That further mony of regard for his memory, wear
the usual badge OF mourning for thirty days.
That a these resolutions be TO the afflicted family
of the deceased aud also the Editors of the Lexington pa
pcrs - Comm.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
AND CLASSICAL SCHOOL.
w. IL. LUEE.N.

INTENDING 10 locate himselfin Saunton respectfully
tenders his services Teacher to the citizens of tina
town and its vicinity. He hopes from his long experience
in teaching, and by his usual diligence be able to me
the continued support those who may patonse his School
He obgaes himself his most faithful endeavors il
the discharge of every incumbent duty and give his un
renting attention 10 the moral and intellectual improve
of the pupils committed to his care. His first Session
will commence the first Monday of September next.
The prices for Tuition are as follows Reading, Wri
ting and Arithmetic, 81 SO per scholar for the session
five months for English Grammar, Geography, Ancient
and Modern History, $40; and for Natural Philosophy
Chemistry, Geometry, Trigonomery Surveying and Age
bra, $l2 so; the Latin and Greek Languages, SIS.
Those living at distance who may desire patroniss
this School, informed that boarding be obtained
veniens the Schoolroom on moderate terms Those who
are not bound by subscription will be charged only from
the time that the pupil commences TO the close of the Ses
sion.
The subscriber respectfully makes the following ref
erences COL Jos. Mauzy, and DR.. Geo X. Gilmer, Nc
Gaheysville Col VIM. B. Yancey Conrad's Store; Rich
ard Mauzy, Esq, Editor of Lewisburg Chronicle Luke
Woodward, J. p, Bell's Valley.
Siaunton July 10, 1850.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
July 3, lS5O.-tf.
BOLTING CLOTHS BOLTING CLoTHS!!

NE subscribers have for sale good assortment of the
REAL GERMAN ANCHOR BRAND BOLT
ING CLOTHS, Of all numbers from No. to No. 10.
These are the best Cloths brought to the United States,
and we them ~ be such All Farmers who wish
TO make good flour and good YIELD ought to have Of
these Cloths. good Boiling Cloth will pay back 10 IFS
Miller double its cost in one season. What say you Mil
ers, will you send us an order for good No. 9? which
you shall have as low as you get it in Richmond or
Baltimore MEEM s. GWATkIN.
Lynchburg Va, June II, lo50.-Siif
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
nIcHNT OSKI'S
WEIIA A1EIYIlAILID GT0ELsLl0
Corner Howard and Baltimore Streets, Baltimore.

'SNlE undersigned proprietor of the above House, would
respectfully Inform his friends and the travelling
public generally that he has just completed his repairs aud
Improvements on the Hotel having refurnshed aud paint
ed and also enlarged it, 50 as In make it in every way
comfortable and pleasant Being thankful for the liberal
encouragement heretofore bestowed his House he pledg
es himself to use his utmost efforts please al who may
Patnuise him. JOHN MCINTOSH
Baltimore July TO- IS5O-Gm
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
A Farm of 300 Acres for Sale,
About mile West of StauntOn, Va.

TBNIlS Farm consists OF Land in cultivation Of about 22(
Acres, woods 70 Acres and 10 Acres of Meadow
The two head branches of Lewis Creek flow through it,
and there are fine Springs the house. The build
ings are new ample and convenient. consisting of hand
some fame House, large Barn. Stables sc.
For further particulars, Apply to WIN. d. JOHNSON,
Staunion, Va.
July 8. lS50.-if
~ Rockingham Register copy for months and for
rnrh In this nllicp
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
DISSOLUTION.

'ENIlE Copanership heretofore existing between the
dersigned, under the firm and style of EsKRIDoE S
KINNEY, is This day dissolved by mutual consent.
Thomas p. Eskridge having purchased lie entire stock
of the said firm will settle up The business and for that pur
pose alone authorized to make of The name of the late
firm. Given under our hands this lst july 1850.
Tl1OS p. ESKRiDGE,
G. j. KINNEY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10

To the Patrons of The late Firm Of Eskrdgc Kinney.
'sNl!E undersigned avas himself Of This opportunity 10
return his thanks The public for the liberal patron,
age bestowed upon the ae firm from which he has retired
and begs leave respectfully to solicit for MIR. L p Eskdge,
who has purchased the entire stock Of said firm, connu-
Of their patronage and support.
c. J. KINNEY.
Staunton July g. 1850
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
COMMISSIONERS SALE OF LAND.

PURSUANT 10 decree of the Circnit Superior Cesrt
Of Law and Chancery for Rockingham County. ZEN
dered at the May term, 1850 the Of Henry Maces
Committee against Murray and others, the undersigned, ae
Commissioner named in said decree, will the 10th DAY
Of july $780, expose sale the premises public
ton to The highest bidder Of land containing 100
Acres, which is situated IN the county of Augusta on
Sull's Run and adjoining the lands of John Miller Michea
Wese and Others it bong the same Tract Of Land whch
conveyed by Henry Mace John Dundose and which
has until recently been in the possession OF said Dundoe
Persons DESTROYS Of purchasing invited to view the Lan
and Judge for themselves respecting its quality and value
TERMS.-A credit of six, twelve and eighteen months
will given for The purchase money purchaser execut
ING bond with approved security, and the title retained
further security until the purchase money is paid
WM. HENRY TAMS, Comm,f.
June 10, IS50.-4t
VIRGINIA AT Rules held in the Clerks Office Of
the Circuit Superior Court Of Law and Chancery fos
Bath County, on Monday The Bird day of June, 1850:
Joel MISUNDERSTANDING,
AGAINST
Hazael Williams and Erasmus Williams, and Solomon
Cruise administrator Of David Armentrout dec,d.,-
Defendants.
The Defendant, Solomon Cruise, Administrator Of David
Armentrou Decd not having entered his appearance and
given security according 10 the Of Assembly and tho
Rules of this Court and it appearing BY satisfactory ev-
dence that he not an inhabitant of this Commonwealth
On motion of the Plaintiff il is ordered that the said d.
PENDANT appear here the first Monday in September next
and answer the Plaintiffs bill and that copy Of this order
be published in the Stanton Spectator for two months
successfully and posted the front door of the Court house
of this County.
A Copy-Teste,
CHAS. l.. FRANCISCO, Clerks
yrpn
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.

The unsatisied creditors Of the aie VIM. S. jackson
notified produce their claims together with the evil
dence theeu before at my office in Slaunton, be-
fore Friday The 26h of july 1850, in order that they may
DO classified and reported TO Court.
The Administrator and the other parties interested are
also requested furnish me- the day above designated
with hedaa the execution of the other branch
es of the foregoing decrelal order.
J. N. HENDREN, Master Comm.
July 3, lS50.-4w.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.

The parties interested in the foregoing decreta order will
take notice to attend my office in Saunon, on Monday
the 9th day of August next, prepared to furnish me with
all the data necessary for full and satisfactory statement
Of the accounts therein directed.
]. ~ HENDREN, Master Comm.
July 8 lS50-4w.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
MARRIAGE RECORD

On tho OF ut by the Rev George A Shuey, Mr. JoHN a.
FIslIER, Miss SARAH JANE daughter of Mr. George ue
yer all of this County. NJ, A..
On the 9th ult, By the Rev. Samuel Fetzer Mr.
DREW w REED, to Miss ELzABErH SIZE, xii oil hS Nou'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.

CUJH.HISOIO.VERS 1FUIICE.
All persons having claims against the Estate of the late
Samuel Hunter, will take notice 10 produce the same to-
geher with the evidence thereof, before at my Office in
Saun,on on before Friday the End day Of August next
in order that they may be classified and reported to the
term of the Circuit Court Of Augusta County.
The Administrator and The distributes are also re-
quested attend my office the day above designated
prepared render accounts the one, Of his administration
and the other Of the advancenents them made by the
eslaior Samuel Hunter, during his life.
j. N. HENDREN, Master Comm.
july 3, lS50-4w
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
$50 REwA ED.

ypAN away from the subscriber, the 9TH May last
= Negro Man named Edmund, aged about forty
years about six feet high-raher slender builtqule
lean face and shows his teeth very plain when he speaks
and very polite in his Misunderstanding recollected
will give Fifty Dollars for him if taken out Of The State
and Twenty five Dollars if taken thin the State and Sc
cured in Jail So that get him again.
ELISHA BRYAN.
Sieel's Tavern, Augusta co., Na.,1
july 5, lS50.-4t.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1850-07-10
VALUABLE TOWN PROPERTY FOR SALE.

WILL OFFER at p0IIic auction on the 2ud day Of
the Estate of Sampson Eagon dec'd being the sams os
pied by him as residence, The lot is good one and The
improvements very desirable. ~> ~
TERMS made known at the Sale
June 49, IS50-tds SoN, ExoTy,