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-:X:-
YyIiE next session of this School will commence
= on Monday the Isl day of September next, and
close The last Friday ofJune 1852.
The establishment of this school has grown out
of the demand in this section of cur country for
school of high order, which might be relied on
TO furnish thorough academcal education, on
religious basis, and al reasonable expense to the
largest numbers-one which might raise the stand
ard of scholarship in lhoroughness of preparation
for full classical and scientific course, and at the
game time prepare young men, whe do moi conem.
plate regular college course for an intelligent ex-
ercise oftheir duties, in any depart ment Of human
enterprise.
TERMs-Classical and Mathematical course
per 10 months $50 90
The higher branches of English $24 90
Reading, Writing, Arithmetic and
English Grammar Commenced SIS 90
Contingent fund ST. 90
Boarding including every personal accommodation,
can be had in the Village and vicinity, and in the
best families at from So Be to 81 Sc per month";
A number of bosrders can be accommodated in the
family of the Principal.
The handsome and extensive Buidng-the Lii
brary, Globes. Maps &c., with which the next
session will open, will furnish, every facility for a
thorough training and ripe scholarship.
The community in which this school is located,
for sound morality and religious influence is un-
surpassed in the Stale.
Address the Principal, at Brownsburg, Rockoridge
Co., Va.
July 9, lS5l.-4m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17

~ S.M. HIRSH, at the Variety Store, one
~ door above the Post Office, are now receiv-
ing an addition to their already extensive stock Of
Fancy Goods. Their stock consists in part Of Gold
and Silver Watches; Jewelry Of all kinds; Britain
MIA Ware and Plated articles fevery description,
a large supply ofcombs, a good assortment OF cut
lery Accordions, vions and other musical instru-
ments Umbrellas and parasols; Perfumeries
Spy Glasses; Spec,aces and Magnifying Glasses;
Baskets; Work Boxes &c; Table s. Floor Oil
Cloths Window Blinds Of all kinds Trunks and
Carpet Bags large assortment of Buttons at one
cent per doz; all kinds Of gloves and many other
articles too tedious to mention Almost any article
in the Fancy line may be found at their store
E The above articles will be sold at Moth
ern prices wholesale and retail. Call and see US.
Stauntor. June Ii 1851
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
MEDICAL DEPARTMENT.
OF Hampden Sidney College,
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA.


VNHE fourteenth annual course Of Lectures will
commence on Monday, the 9Th of October,
1851, and continue until the first of March ensu-
ing The commencement for comforting degrees
will be held about the middle of March.
r. l.. BoHANNAN, NJ. D., Professor of Obste-
tries, &c.
L. w. CHAMBERLAYNE, M. D., Professor OF
Materia Medica, Sc.
S. MAUPiN, NJ D., Professor Of Chemistry.
C. BELL GIBsoE, Nj. D., Prof of Surgery, SC.
G. p. JOHNSON, M. D., Prof. of Anatomy and
Physiology.
d. H. TUcgER. M. D., Prof. Of Theory and
Practice of Medicine.
A. E. PETIooLAs, M. d., Demonstration Of A.
nstomy.
The facilities for anatomical and Clinical in
struction in this institution are unsurpassed.
EXPENSES.-Ma triculation fee $5-Profes
sors' fees (aggregate) $l05-D emonstrator's fee
$l0--Graduation fee SIS.
The price of Board, including fuel, lights and
servants attendance, is usually So or So per week
The Catalogue, &C.. containing fuller Informal
ton concerning the School will be forwarded to
those applying for it, or specific enquiries will be
answered by letter. Address
S. MAUPIN, M. D.,
July 80, l85l-7w. Dean Of The Faculty
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
THE QUESTION SETTLED.
RARE q S1IIRNRX11

DEG leave to call The attention VI purchasers to
- their Spring Stock Of goods, consisting Of
CLOTHS, C.aSSIJMERES, s. YESTLNGS,
which for variety, richness and beauty, cannot, be
SURPRISED, il equaIled in this market. These goods
hays beeu selected with great care in the Northern
TlIkets, by the senior partner, whose taste and
(dgment in such matters, 10 unrivalIed, and will be-
Jade to order in their usual tasteful and ashiona-
ble manner al short notice.
ALSO-a fine LOT of furnishing goods, such ss
Shirts, Collars, Crayats, 0ivv.s Pocket Handker-
chiefs, Sc.
Expected in few days,a few dozen Super Mole,
skin HATS, made 10 order for us by one Of the
best hatters in Philadelphia We invite oil who
wish to get superior goods a, fair prices. 10 give as
call, at she same old place, adjoining The Virgna
Hotel, where We will always be pleased TO see orr
friends and show them our goods whether they
purchase or not. rssatffs
StauntOn April o. 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
DR.. E. HA NJ MILLS
Celebrated Universal Drawing and Healing Salp

THE greatest blessing that man can inherit. 10 tn
/ life, 10 health II is an old maxim and true ono
'that sound health like good sight, the vaine Is sell
dom known until il Is lost" II should be the aim Of
every to obtain possblea perfect state Of health
Life cannot be enjoyed withoatit IL be obtained
Dr. 3. Hammil's Universal Drawing and Healing
Salve has been triumphant and cured in every
which i has been used, Pains, Strains. Teterworm
Blood Bies. Errisipilas, Bone Feon, Scrofna, White
Swelling, Neuralgia, Rheumatic Pains, Fresh Wounds,
Old Sores Burns Scaids, Cancer, Warts, and Corns,
and various other ailments. The Thousands that have
used and been benefit ted by healing CRATE
f for its aid in restoring them health are daily ten
derng their testimonials and certificates Of its vrtucs
from all parts Of the country. What il has done for the
afflicted heretofore, il will perform for all who may use
il or hereafter Wherever it has used Il has
never been found wanting There are thousands in the
land who, if they knew its many superior qualities
woudn be without it, spare II from their houses
The afflicted would hail thousands have already
their deyerer from pain and rejoice In the perfect
enjoyment Of health Let all the afflicted try Il and end
cure.
1t can be obtained at Thos. p. Eskrdges DruEgisf.
and Morris < Goodies, Stanton Sterling & Son, and
A. Houck, Harrsonburg, u. + A. G. Brown Bridge
water. Price s per Box Be sure and ask foI Dr. e
HA nnILL's Universal Drawing aud Healing Sxlye.
Staunton, Feb. S, l85I.-Iy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
JULY 2, 1861.

DRECKENRIDGE & COWNE, have yet 10
- Store desirable stock oflhe following goods,
which they will sell at very reduced rates. 10 order
TO close out their Summer Stock. Persons not yet
supplied will do well to call
China Silks, fine quality and handsome styles.
Pink, Blue and Mode Colored Bereges,
Berege De LANES and Linen Mousines,
Melatin Tissues and Esmaraldas, Of various
styles,
French worked Capes and Collars,
And rich assortment ofthe finest Ribands ever
offered in this market,
Ladies Morocco and Kid Slippers,
ALSO
A fashionable lot of SUMMER CLOTHING, ready
made, for Gentlemen.
Main ST., Staunton. July 2, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
.vesU Establishment.

rTyHE subscribers respectfully inform the public
L that they have taken the house lately occupied
by Mr. Samuel Sterling, second door above the
Court House Alley, and are now receiving full
supply OF
Groceries and CONTEMPORARIES.
allwhich will be sold low for cash. or to punctual
customers on short credit.
They also carry on the BAKING BUSINESS
in all lis branches. BREAD will be carried to
customers every morning.
Also CARES, of every description, kept on hand
and furnished to order.
Staunton, April %, ls5l.-tf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17

M6SSft IM ~ ~ " q o.,
american and Foreign Patent agents, and Pub.
lishsrs Of The Scientific american.
" ESPECTFULLY announce to The public
= that the first number Of Volume VII. of this
widely circulated and valuable journal will issue
on the 20th Of September. The new volume will
commences with new type, printed upon paper of a
hea fier texture than that used in the preceding
volumes. IL is The intention of the publishers TO
illustrate more fully, by introducing representa-
tions Of prominent events connected with the ad
vancement of sciences besides furnishing The usual
amount of engravings Of new inventions. II is
published weekly in form for binding, and affords
al the end oPthe year splendid volume of over
four hundred pages, with copious index, and from
five 10 six hundred engravngs, together with
vast amount practical information concerning the
progress o. invention and discovery throughout The
world. There is no object Of importance - the
mechanic, inventor, manufacturer, and general
reader which is not treated in the most able man.
ner--the editors, contributors and correspondents
being men Of the highest altainments II is in
fact The leading scientific journal Of The country.
The Inventor will find in it a weekly list of A.
merican Patent Claims, reported from the Patent
Office, an original feature not found in any other
weekly publication.
TlMEESe
Ttro Dollars a Year, One Dollar for sir Months
o. All Letters must be postpaid and directed
to "MUNN Co., Publishers of the Scientific A
merican, l28 Fulton Street, New York"
INDUCEMENTS FOR CLUBBING.
Any person who will send us four subscribers for
six monihs at our regular rates shall be entitled 10
one copy for the same length of time, OF we will
furnish
Ten copies for Six Months, So
Ten copies for Twelve Months, Is
Fifteen copies for Twelve Months, 20 e
- Twenty copies for Twelve Months, 20
Gs- Southern and Western money taken at par
for subscriptions, or Post Office Stamps taken at
their full value.
September 3, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
.MORE OPPOSITION.

SINCE opposition has become the life oftrade.
~ the undersigned has determined 10 run as cheap
as the cheapest, and.if that will not suite he win
run little cheaper than the cheapest. He has
commenced the HOUSE, SIGN, AND ORNA-
MENTAL PAINTING, PAPER HANGING
AND GLAZING on his own hook.and with the
aid Of his friends and the public he hopes to mer
it 3 full share Of the public patronage. He has
the experience oftwelve years at The business spd
he fatters bimselfthat he can please any one who
may fayor him with iheirwork. Old Chairs paint
ed up in style that will be as good sa when
new. He can be found at his Shop in Gallows town.
near the Valley Hotel. All persons having work
to let will please give him call before closing
their bargain with some one else.
R. B. THOMAS.
Staunton, February 10, I85l.-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17

known thai leus Of thousands have been cured, our
friends will begin TO realize the truth Of our remarks in
former advertisement viz that there would not be
single family in America who would live day without
possessing box Of MeAllisters Al Healing Ointment,
ifthey but knew lis virtucs
McAster's All Healing Ointment restores perspira-
ton in the system BY this means il opens those ave.
nues through which nature carries off the Impurities
Within and thus relieves the body ofdisease. tsthus
that Consumption, Feyers, Scrofala Eryspelas
Throat Rheumatism, Scald Head, Pains in the Chest,
Side and Back, Dyspepsia Posons Sore Breast. Deaf
uess Cu,ancous Eruptions Sore Eyes, inflammation Of the
Bowels. Kidneys and Brain, Burns Chiblains, Piles,
all Fever Sores, and determinations ofevery kind.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17

RY calling at the establishment Of the under
u signed, where may be had the various kinds
of FURNITURE, usually made in this part
sfthe country, of Poplar, Walnut, Cherry, Maple
or Mahogany. Also, Flows, Rakes, Forks. Scytke
Snaths, &c., Collins neatly finished, lined and de-
livered for per foot. made Of Poplar or Walnut,
those made Of Maple. Cherry, or Mahogany at pro-
poriionable rates. Good paper, Lumber, Grain or
Flax Seed taken in exchange for work. Our mot
TO in future shall be ''Come and see."
/. C. MYERS.
Prospect Mansion. near I
New Hope, Va, May 81, 1851. s
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
Summer Goods at White & Co.'S.

WE shall receive this week, and offer at most
w reduced prices, q handsome addition 10 our
Summer stock, viz:
so pieces ofnew style Prints and Calicoes, Black
and White, Blue and Gold, Small figures for chill
dren and quilts Manchester Checks, Plaids and
Stripes, &c., sc 90 pieces A Brown Shirtng ;
20 do % and "A OsnabuIgs; I.sh Linen Lin
en- Handkerchiefs; Black raw silk Hoes (; Black
Cotton do; White Cotton Hose Gloves, Rib
bons, Black Luestring and Gacia Silks Black
Silk Lace Linen Edgngs Bleached Shirlings
Brown and Bleached drills; Black and White
Ginghams Whale Bones; White Holland, and
many other goods suited to the present season.
SIaunton, July 9, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
What Cooley Says Of Them.

WE noticed in our January number the Dixon
w WATCHES, approved at the Chronome-
ter Board, at the Admiralty in London, every one
Of which is stamped and warranted. We have
purchased one, good reader AYE, bought it. for
jewelers. do not give watches for notices; and this
therefore, is free will offering to The merit of
these very remarkable time pieces; and we hearth
ly recommend them to all those who wish to know
the ''Iime Of day." We understand that the Gen.
trail Railroad intends TO purchase these watches for
their agents on the road We would advise them
to it.-.Mmch No Ladies' Book.
WE have been appointed sole agents in Staun-
ton for the sale Of these fine Dixon Waches,-
ALSO, on hand "a large assortment Of other WATCH
Es, JEwELRY, &c.
G. B. WRIGHT & CO.
Stanton, June IS, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
DIX. JAMES JOHNSON,
DENTAL SURGEON,

MOULD respectfully inform the citizens uI
w Stanton and vicinity that he has returned
and may be found at his room st the Virginia Ho.
tel where he will continue to perform all operations
on the Teeth, Necessity to their preservation and
Beauty. Artificial ones inserted from a single
tooth to full. set, S<c.
REyaRENcE.--Rev T. Il. Castleman, Rev
Jes. d. Tyler. Rev. j. c. Wheat DR.. A. +. Laird
Col John B. Baldwin and Jas. A. McClung.
Stanton, April 9, lS5l.-tf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
Dr. BeaOh's American Practise Of Med
icine and Family Physician.
THE BOOK FOR THE PEOPI

THIS Work treats the diseases of all men, women
Il and children, reform or eclectic principles. II
has been recommended by the most celebrated phys-
clans in both hemispheres, and splendid Gold Medals
awarded the author by sooereigns Of Europe who
have pronounced il the most correct and Scientific
Practice, and eminenty designed for Families and
Physicians This practice is taking the palm and prom
ises soon TO suppant the mineral and depetive treat.
ment. Complete in one volume with numerous engrav-
ings.
o. GRAND DEroT, al Fulton Street, New York.
For sale Wholesale and retail by C. N. KINNEY,
Staunton, and JACOB BEAR, Lexington.
June 4. IS5i-lyeot
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TT THE Old STaND,

e doors aboue the Store Of B. Crawford's, Esq..)
yl,ilE, undersigned continues to carry on the
l. COACH-MAKING BUSINESS in all us
various branches. He Is thankful for patronage
heretofore received, and hopes from his long exPe-
rence and personal altention..to merit continuance.
He has variety Of Carriages on hand OF every
description used in this country.
or Repairing done In the best manner and at
reasonable prices.
IIe has also connected with bis Coach Manufac.
tory the Saddlery business, and will keep con-
SANITY on handand for sale, Saddles and Harness
Of every description, Carriage Trimmings, Harness
Mounting, Whips, Saddletrees, Carriage Springs,
Axles, &c., Sc. Call and see. ..se-
JUDSON Mccoy.
Staunton. Aug. 81. le5O.-tf.
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MlI0DIlA g 1ROlDlNIl WSWNo
Aftnrmey at Law,
STANTON pIRGLNLA.
yIyHOS. j. NICHE & ii. H ROBERTSON
4 having associated themselves together in the
practice of the Law in all the Courts held in Angus
Ia, will give prompt and diligent attention to al
business entrusted to them. One of them will al
ways be found in the Office of the senior partner.
o. They will also give prompt attention to the
securing of Bounty Land claims.
Staunton. Sent. q. IS5O.-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17

MISS OR MIsTREss.-The indiscriminate
use of "Miss" and "Mrs." with unmarried
ladies is often very perplexing. The "Mrs."
was not always accompanied by the Chris
tan name for unmarried ladies, and the Gus
tom lasted at least as late as the reign of
George II. Pope, in his letters (about 17l9,)
mentions "Mrs. Lepel," and "Mrs. Bellen-
den." maids of honor. The examples are in-
Vulnerable; but the latest instance lremem-
Der is the Duchess of Qneensberry address
sing Patty Blunt. 1855, as "Mrs. BluntS"
though, no doubt, Patty was, by that time,
entitled to what 10 called brevst rank
Notes and Queries,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
New and Popular School Books.

COMPREHENSIVE SUMMARY OF UNI
- versal History, together with Biography Of
Distinguished Persons, tn which is appended an
epitome Of Heather Mythology. Natural Philoso-
ply, General Astronomy and Physiology; adopted
and used in the Public Schools Of Philadelphia.
E..S. JONES & CO., Publishers.
S. w. corner Fourth and Race Sis., Phila
Teachers and School Committees addressing
letters to us post paid, will be furnished with cop
les for examination.
u Full and Complete Assortment of Books
and Stationary for Sale at the Lo,cest Prices.
April 80, l85l.-ly.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
Augusta Land for Sale

V'HE undersigned offers for sale the tract
land upon which he resides, lying on South
River, about nine miles from Waynesboro', and
six from Weir's Cave. 1t contains about
5O4 ACRES,
and is SO situated as to be suitably divided into
two parcels. Two hundred and thirty acres are
in cultivation, 200 of which are fine River bottom,
and the remainder well limbered and the whole
well watered The Improvements consist. Of a
good two story BRICK BUILDING, with
every necessary out house convenient. Purchasers
will call and see for themselves
SAMUEL KENNERLY.
J,pa 0S 1871 II
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BALTIMORE CLOTHING STORE.
Cheapest Clothing Store in Stanton.


Cheapest Clothing Store in Stanton.
10 please our friends down the street,
Again we try our hand at rhyme,
4 Then from Parnassus we retreat IS
For truly we have not the time,
When waiting patrons crowd around, !;
Eager to buy of FRANK s. Co..
Togiye 10 truth poetic sound, y s6
And let them disappointed 60. ,..s +.
In fact we cannot help but wonder,
How sadly looks our chubby friend,
And though he fumes much at our thunder,
We surely meant not 10 offend.
oh TAKE II easy, gentle nelghbor,
we Know your goods you seldom sell,
And twill save you any labor,
The reason of it we will tell;
For all your arts the folks TO wheedle,
And ease them of their extra fps,
Won't answer like the thread and needle,
10 save coat or vest from rips.
Instead of 5asting try oar plan,
Put in the stitches thick and strong,
Then you can look up like man, ~
And like your neigh5ors get along.
just try for once the honest mode,
And make an effort not to cheat. "a
With envy then you'll not corrode,
Nor glance so sadly up the street,
The people still will bear in mind,
The fact which all our patrons know,
That extra clothing they will find,
Whenever they deal with FRANK & Co.
Truth needs no gaudy flowers Of speech,
IL wins its way with honest men,
Who, when proper place they reach.
Are always sure to call again.
Fair dealing Cheap for Cash, ito all
Our noticed banner proud we show
You'll save much money if you call,
And buy your goods Of FRANK & Co.
We have just received the largest and best Sc
scied stock Of Ready Made Clothing ever brought
0 this Borough, and we are determined TO sell
,lothes cheaper than any other establishment in
his place. Remember the store,
- FRANK & CO.,
One door below the Stage Office.
Staunton, July 2, 1851.
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ATTENTION FARMERS
DRILLING MACHINES.

TNHE subscribers are now engaged in the manufacture
i of Rohr's Celebrated Drilling Machines and VIII
be ready 10 furnish them at any time when called on
These Machines have been fully tested and obtained
the premium awarded BY the Agricultural Society II
is simple in its construction and will be furnished al
the Mandatory in Bridgewatcr, Rockingham County
as well as in Augusta Boetourt, Roanoke and Bedford
ROHR & WRIGHT.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
Coffee at 12l-2 cts.

ZONES & WHITE have just received large
y lot of Groceries, which they offer for sale as
follows: M
The bes, Coffee at IL l-2 cts;
Brown Sugar at 81 cts;
{" Sugarhouse Molasses at so cts;
and Teas at all prices. We have also large as
sortment of Dry Goods, which we offer as cheap or
cheaper than they can be bought elsewhere. Call
at the sign of the Little Steps near the Post Of
fee.
Staunton, June l8, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
LASTS! LASTS!

en- pairs Men, Women,i Boyaa and Girls Lasts,
w sets Boo. Trees, assorted Crumping
Boards. Rubbers, Rasps, Thread. SparabIes. Avis,
Brisles, Lining and Binding Skins, Web. &c.
ALSO-A good assortment Of French Kip, just
received and for sale by
Staunton, Sept. 10, ls5l.
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wAYNHsBoRouaH
DRUG lsll1pWBIWMo

MESSRS. WHITE & CO., are now recei-
~ wing and opening in Waynesborough,
Drugs, Medicines, Paints, Oils, Dye
Sruffs, and all the Patent Remedies Of
the age.
The necessity and convenience Of
such an establishment to the citizens and those re-
siding in the vicinity Of Wavnesboro', must be
manifest to everyone. We, therefore, hope that
by keeping A FaH .dssortmeni. Selling lov and
strict attention to business TO be amply sustained
by the public. - ~
Next dIoo below John Wsyt, ESq.
November %. lS49
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Allister'y All-Healing Ointment.

# Is impossible to give to the
public an adequate idea ofthe
great success which attended
the administration Of the All.
Healing Ointment for the
past six months. 1t IS per.
fectly astonishing to witness
the effects and hear the
praises bestowed on this
medicine. No one could con-
ceive that a single medicine
possesses so much virtue, and
had power to heal so many
diseases But since il i
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-09-17
STILL THEY COME.
DAVIS A. KAYsER

HAS just received in addition 10 his already good
L stock,
piece Black Silk Tissue;
Il Black Italian Silk;
Black Silk Lace
Il Black French Lawn;
2 Doz Black Hand Net! Mtls, rcry superior !;
Handsome Mourning Fans;
9 Table Napkins;
| piece 10 Allendale Bleached Sheetlng;
+" Good Brown Holland
and many other articles suited to the season, which
will be sold on the most reasonable terms. All In
want Of bargains would do well to call at
d. A. KAYSER'S.
Siaunton, June l6, 1851.