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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
FARM FOR SALE,

HAVING resolved 10 remove West, now Of.
L fer at private sale, the FARM on which Ire.
side, lylug on Back Creek, Augusta, seven miles
South of Waynesboro'. 1t contains I0l Acres.
65 of which are cleared and the rest heavily Tim.
bered. The Improvements are new and subsian.
tial, and consist of a comfortable Dwelling, Kich.
en-, and Smoke house, also, new Barn, Smith.
shop, and fine SAw-MiLL-40 Acres could be
made good Meadow-65 Acres are bottom. II all
lies WELL and is adapted to all kinds of grains. and
grasses-it is watered remarkably well. 10 q
man who wishes to engage either in farming or the
lumber trade, an excellent opportunity is presented
in the purchase Of this land The terms will be
made accommodating.
JOHN H. conner.
Wayneshoro' P o., Augusta Co.,
April 2, 1851
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
Sale Of Valuable Real Estate.

TINHE subscriber as the Commissioner of the
L Court in decree lately recorded in the Cir
cult Superior Court Of Bu,etourt. in suit "Rud-
isill VS. Rudis's heirs" will offer for sale at pub
lie auction, on tie 25lh day ofnext August, in the
town Of Fincaslle, on credit ofone, two and three
wears, all the rea, estate in and about said town of
which Jacob Rudisill died seized. consisting Of
the large and commodious
HOTEL
in said town, Row in the occupancy Of John NJ.
Price ESQ.,. and known as the CENTRAL HO-
TEL. with all the out property attached to said
Hotel, consisting in part of STABLES AND
LOTS, AND A LARGE GARDEN. The mail
Stages known as the Pulley Line and The stages
running from Lynchburg to the White Sulphur
and Lewisburg all stop at this Hotel. Also, at
The same time and upon the same terms, several
LOTS AND PARCELS OF LAND adjoining
said town.
And on the next day Goth Of AugusD in the
town of Buchanan will be sold
TWO LOTS,
one in said town of Buchanan and the other in Pat
tonsburg. both Of which lots are eligibly situated.
The subscriber will show said property, or any
part of it to persons DESTROYS Of purchasing before
the day of sale.
Purchasers will be required to give bond and
good security, and lien will be retained until all
the purchase money is paid.
JOHN 6. RUDISiLL, Comm.
lime Ok 1S5I-tds
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
Plantation and mill for sale.

r OFFER for sale Tract Of Land lying on the
L South Fork Of Rockish River, in Nelson Coun4
ty, adjoining the lands of James Woods, ESQ.,, Mr..
Samuel Woods and others, containing by old sur
vey between
a considerable portion Of which is Rockfsh low
groundsand branch fats. The balance is all arabic
high land of good quaity-indeed is very superb
or. The low grounds and branch fats fine mead
ow land. There is on the tract an ample supply
of Timber and one or two very desirable rock quar-
ries.
The improvements consist of a Mill, propelled
by Rock fish river, built in modern style, with
castron machinery, and two pair of stones-the
basement story Of stone; good Saw Mill, good
framed Barn, Corn Houses, Stables, Tobacco Houses
Negro Houses with brick chimneys, a small
DWELLING HOUSE,
Ice House and other necessary out. houses, and an
Apple Orchard ofexcellent winter fruit. IS
Rockfsh Valley is situated at the Eastern bass
of the Blue Ridge Mountain, isa high and roman
tic country, alike remarkable for its beauty health
fulness and fertility and The tract now offered for
sale has long been regarded among the most desira-
BILE in that section of country. 1t is distant from
Howardsve on James River, and the Canal,
about eighteen miles; from the contemplated De-
pot on the Railroad now in progress from Chariot
tesville, the Blue Ridge, to Slaunton, only
eight or ten miles; twenty miles from the Univer-
sity Of Virginia, and about fifteen from Staunton.
The terms will be made to accommodate the pu.-
chaser, and good bargain may be had by early ap-
plca ton to James NJ. Harris, Esq, who resides
on the land. He may also be addressed by letter,
directed to Greenfield, Nelson Co., "a.
JOHN l.. HARRIS.
Noyember %. IS4o-tf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
FARM FOR SALE.

IN the 10th day Of August next, | will offer my
" farm at public sale, if not sold privately before
that time. This land lies in Augusta Co., Va. six
miles west Of Staunton, adjoining the lands of Jas.
Brown. Jacob Baylor and others, and contains
10Y ACRES,
well adapted to the growth of grass and grain and
about one half cleared. There are two wells of
water near the house-one limestone and the other
chalybeate. The buildings consist Of "a good Loo
HousE and Stable nearly new. There is also a
good assortment of young apple and other fruit trees
on the place. The land is under good fence and in
good neighborhOod.
Any person wishing to buy land would do we'll
TO examine this tract before purchasing elsewhere.
MICHAEL ENGLEMAN.
June IL, 1S5l.-tds"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
LAND FOR SALE.

T WILL Sell privately the Farm on which re-
L side, about five Miles from Waynesboro', and
on the road leading from Waynesburo' to Stanton
on the waters of Long Meadow Run, adjoining The
lands of Michael A. Koner, Solomon Miller, anl
others, containing about l9S Acres.
This LAND is in good condition the Buildings
are New Brick House, large Swi,zer Bara and
all other necessary out buildings. The fences are
all in good repair. The parts of cleared land, tim
bered and meadow lands are well propor!ioned. -
There is Spring of never failing water within sc
yards of the house. There is Large Apple Or.
chard Of first rate fruit trees. Any one wishing to
purchase Commodious Farm in good neighbor-
hood will please call soon and examine mine
CASPER COINER, JR.
May s. lS5l.-tf.
EG- Rockingham Register copy month.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
THE QUESTION SETTLED.
aNeS
RARE q SSfISHRSTT

SAH3 - I'll SEH2 u
DEG leave to call the attention Of purchasers To
II their Spring Stock Of goods, consisting Of
CLOTHS, C.4SSLMERES, 8. TESTLNGS,
which for variety, richness and beauty, cannot DO
surpassed, if equalIed in this market. These goods
have been selected with great care in the Northern
Markets, by the senior partner, whose taste and
JUDGMENT in such matters, is unrivalled and will be
ads To order in their usual tasteful and fashiona-
BILE manner al short notice.
ALSO-a fine lot Of furnishing goods, such as
Shirts, Collars, Cravats, Gloves Pocket Handker-
chiefs, &c.
Expected in few days,a few dozen Super Mole.
skin HATS, made 10 order for US by one Of tho
bes. hatters 10 Philadelphia. We invite all who
wish to get superior goods at fair prices 10 give US
CALL al The same old place, adjoining the Virginia
Hotel, where we will always be pleased TO see our
friends and show them our goods whether they
purchase or not
Stanton. Aprl %. 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
LOOK AT THIS

a. M. HIRSH, at the Variety Store, one
~ door above the Post Office, are now recev-
ing an addition to their already extensive stock Of
Fancy Goods. Their stock consists in part of Gold
and Silver Watches; Jeweiry Of all kinds Britain
mia Ware and Plated articles off every description,
a large supply ofcombs, good assortment OF cut
lery; Accordions, vions and other musical ins,ru-
ments; Umbrellas and parasols; Perfumeres
Spy Glasses; Spectaces and Magnifying Glasses;
Baskets; Work Boxes SC; Table g. 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 Almust any article
in the Fancy line may be found at their store
E&E The above articles will he sold al Moth
ern prices wholesale and retail. Call and see u.s.
Stauntor, June III, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
JWORE OPPOSITION.

SINCE opposition has become the life of trade.
~ the undersigned has determined 10 run as cheap
as the cheapest and-f that will not suite he will
run little cheaper Than the cheapest He has
commenced the HOUSE, SIGN, AND ORNA-
MENTAL PAINTING, PAPER HANGING
AND GLAZING on his own hookand with the
aid Of his friends and the public he hopes To mer-
it g full share of The public patronage. He has
the experience of twelve years at the business and
he flaiters himselfthat he can please any one who
may favor him with theirwork. Old Chairs paint
ed up in a style that will be as good sa when
new. He can be found at his Shop in Galows- 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, ls5l.-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23

&Sr One day when the flagship of on A
merican Commodore was lying in the bay
at Naples, she was honored by visit from
the King and royal family, with suite; who
came out in gilded barges and the full
parade of royalty. The ship was dress
ed from deck to truck in holyday attire;
side-boys were mustered at the ropes, the
marines presented arms, the guns thunder
ed forth royal salute, and the Commodore
welcomed his guests to the quarterback
with the polltehess BETTING an officer of
rank.
One Of the suite, spindle-shanked and
gaudily attired Neapolitan, strayed away
from the party, and, cruising about midships,
espied windsail, an object he had never
seen before. As it was fully expanded by
the air, he took it for pillar, and folding
his arms leaned against it, when it yielded
to his weight aud he disappeared below,
heels over head, with Velocity that was
actually marvellous, as was his escape from
any injury. The mishap CHANGED to have
only one witness. This was a veteran tar,
who approaching the quarterback, and,
touching his hat, said, respectfully, 81 beg
pardon, Commodore, but one of them are
kings has fell dO,on the hateh,oay.'- Olive
Branch.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
Old Things shall Become New.

rINHE subscriber would respectfully inform the
4 public that he has made some changes in the
BAKING DEPARTMENT of his concern and
is now ready to furnish his friends, in addition to
his former variety number of new kinds Of CAKE.
He is also prepared to supply Parties and Weddings
at the shortest notice. aud as well as they can be
furnished in The place. with any thing in his line !;
all he asks is an equal chance-ieeling certain
that satisfaction will be given.
Call a, the Old Stand, No. 8, Cheap Side, Main
Street. f.. NJ. CUSHING, Agent.
Stanton, May IA, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
TAKE NOTICE.

by virtue Of authority invested in me, shall
~ sell on the LIST day of August, 1851, all that
certain Tract or parcel of Land, lying in Augusta
County, situated about midway between Sieel's
Tavern and Greenyille, and one mile from the
Staunton Plank Road, that is now in progress, and
bounded as follows, to wit by the links and Eau
yer Lands and by the Lands of Collins and New
ton. Said Tract contains
IO3 Acres. 3 Foods and 21 Poles,
about one half cleared and under fence, the balance
well timbered. Persons wishing to purchase will
please call on me, for further particulars, on the
premises as to Improvements.
Terms of sale made known on the day ofsale.
WILLIAM E. WILLIAMS.r.,
N. B.-Tile indsputable
June 4, l86l.-ids.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
H. j. RANKIN.

occupies room o.
~ yer The Store Of Mr.. A. j. Deakins. LIKE
NESSES taken in the best style of the art, and in
all kinds Of weather Satisfaction given before
leaving the room, out if the individual returns and
sits again an extra charge of Fifty Gents will be
made AS also in all cases when the cash is not paid
e. Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call.
Saunlon, MAY Ia, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23

MEN AND BOYS Mammoth Wholesale and
Az Retail Clothing Store, N. E. Corner Of u
Mon ard Second Streets, Philadelphia A large
and varied assortment Of Elegant New Style
SPRING FASHIONABLE CLOTHING for
Gentlemen and Boys or hand, made up in very
superior manner, and will be sold at very low pri
ces. Southern and Western Merchants are invi-
ted to call and examine the extensive stock before
purchasing elsewhere. and save per cent.
Particular attention paid to Customers work. A
great variety of Cloths, Cassimeres and Vestings
always on hand for those who prefer having their
Clothing made to orde. 10 select from.
LOTT BUCK,
N. E. Corner of Union and 2nd Street, Phil.
May 7, 1s5l.-3m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
DIR. JAMES JOHNSON,
DENTAL. SAIaYGEON

WOULD respectfully inform the citizens of
w Staunton and vicinity that he has returned
and may be found at his room at the Virginia Hu-
tel where he will continue to perform all operations
on the Teeth necessary to their preservation and
Beauty. Artificial ones inserted from a single
tooth to full set, SC.
Reconsideration, T. II. Casleman, Rev.
JOS. d. Tyler Rev. j. c. Wheat DR.. A. T. Laird,
Col. John B. Baldwin and Jas. A. McClung.
Stanton, April 9, ls5l.-tf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
New and Popular School Books.

COMPREHENSIVE SUMMARY OF UNI
~ versal History, together with Biography OF
Distinguished Persons, to 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 Sls., Phila.
Teachers and School Committees addressing
letters to us post paid, will be furnished with cop
les for examination.
" A Full and Complete Assortment of Books
and Stationary for Sale at the Lo,oesl Prices.
April 80, l85l.-ly.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
Tilt-Hammer for Sale.


VTHE subscriber wishes 10 sell the well known
L BLACKSMITH SHOP, purchased from j.
Ser. and lately occupied by j. W. Hartsook, sit
uated on the Stage road and the intersection
oft the Buffalo, Broad creek, and other roads, At
tached to this, is upwards of AZ ACRES OF
LAND, with a comfortable dwelling house, Spring
house, Sc.
There is also a large and commodious VAC ON
MAKERS SHOP; and probably, there is nc
location in The Valley holding out greater induce.
ments to an enterprising Smith and Wagon-maker
The Smith Shop is substantially built of stone,
SO feet square, and constructed for three ires.-
The wheels forebay of the Tilt hammer, are out
of repair, but at small expense can be put in ope
ration again. 1850 is paid in hand, the deferred
payments can be made on, of the property.
Address TO Fancy Hill P. o.
ROBERT R. BARTON.
June | | lS5l.-,f
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
DR.. Beach's American Practise of Med.
icine and Family Physician.
THIN DnnK EnD rISD nroDxr

THIS Work treats of the diseases of all men, women
L and children, on reform eclectic principles II
has been recommended by the most celebrated physi
awarded the author BY nine sovereigns of Erope who
have pronounced it the most correct and Scientific
Practice, and as eminently designed for Families and
Physicians. This practice is taking the palm and prom
Uses soon TO supplsnt the mineral and depetve treat.
ment. Complete in one volume, with numerous engray
ings.
o. GRAND DEPoT, al Fulton Street, New York.
For sale Wholesale and retail by c. N. KINNEY,
Staunton, and JACOB BEAR Lexington
June 4, l65l.-lyeot.-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
LAND FOR SALE.

WISHING to remove To Texas, | will sell a
w valuable farm in Me county of Nelson, in
the "Vaey of Rockfish," containing
Eight EY,sMdred .9cres.
The track could be conveniently divided into three
small farms or into larger, as there are two dwell
ling houses, one new brick building with six
rooms, with kitchen and other out houses; the
other good frame house. About 500 Acres are
cleared, the greater part Of which could be made
good meadow land, as il is well watered, and most
Of it nearly level The Howardsville turnpike, is
within two miles, and the central Rail Road IL
miles affording every facility for travel and trans
pohation. Further description is unnecessary, as
persons wishing to purchase Will doubtless come
and examine for themselves.
GEO. H. CRAWFORD.
Greenfield, P. O., April 90, lS5l.-tf
@g- Rockingham Register will copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
Coffee at IL cts.

ZONES & WHITE have just received large
u lot of Groceries, which they offer for sale as
follows:
The best Coffee at IL l-2 cts;
Brown Sugar a, st cts
Sugarhouse Molasses at 50 cts;
and Teas at all prices. We have also large as
sortmeni 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 or
flee.
Staunton, June lS, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23

&Sr Bells Life in London recently stated
that lady had lost no less than $40, 600
at the Races. The Limerick Chronicle
says the lady is the only daughter of the
poet Lord Byron-"Ada, sole daughter OF
my house and heart"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23

Vs. A young lady, who, perhaps, is bet.
ter acquainted with French than farming,
was recently married to farmer. In ex-
aminlns her new domains, she one day Wis
tied the barn, when she thus Intercepted
her mlik-maid ;---"Bye-the-bye, Mary,
which OF these COWS is it tina! gives the but
termilk ;"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23

s. A London paper relates the following
A few days ago, the inhabitants of one of
the principal cities IN the west of England
were filled with conjecture at the follow
ing notice, painted in large capitals, on the
front of a house recently fitted up and re-
paired:
"Mrs. M, from London, deals in all
sorts of Ladies"
All was CONSERVATION. Inquiry was in
stantly set on foot as to who this Mrs. M
might be. No one could tell, she was a
stranger from London. Great anxiety pre-
vailed as to the proclamation of the new es-
Enlistment For two whole days all was
surmise and consultation. On the third
morning, behold the mystery was unravel-
led The house-painter, who had, it seems,
been suddenly attacked by severe fit of the
govt, returned to finish his work, and con-
Guided by adding-"and gentlemen's wear.
ing apparel !"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23
GRAIN OR ADLES.

TTNtlE subscriber will have in few DAYS lot Of
those very superior Cradles, such as he sold
last year, and which gave universal satisfaction.
To those in want he would say, came and see
GEO. f.. PRICE
Stanton, May %, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23

% They have Dutch Theatre in Gin
clnnah' Mynheer Won Piggydchoggyde-
porkydesau'ags is the principal star. They
are performing local drama entitled ''The
Three Links, or the Prize Hog of Porkapo-
lis" The audiences are deli GIFTED with its
representation, and grunt their appreciation
OF the able manner in which Mynheer per-
forms the Prize Hog.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23

ga farmers daughter in this State was
visited e. by rustic youngster, who, finding
1t difficult to keep up the conversation, ask
ed the girl, after an embarrassing silence
had prevailed for some time, eff she knew
OF anybody that wanted to buy shirt|'
"No, don't, she replied, "have you one
to sell -
:, "oh, no." said he, ~ only asked to make
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~ 60.
Boot, Shoe, Hat and Cap Store.
Oflate I've heard it talked about,
That rhyme was all the GO;
And whether Jew or Gentle,
His name is Frank & Co.
/ do not wish to underrate
The little man below,
But think as how, might apply
Some verses to my Store.
Then listen to my story,
And think it not so poor;
For if you don't believe il
l'll prove it 10 be SO.
Although am no poet,
Better than take snoose,
To set my wits working
And speak ofmy .Ns,O Shoes.
The blacklist and the slickest Shoes
They say are all the 60,
And sure enough they are Jenny Linds
All Iacing down before.
The Boots like other wondrous things
Are matchless in their shape.
And if you wish TO make bow,
The toes are right to scrape.
Our Hats are high up in the crown,
And Caps of every grade;
The Hats are finest in the town,
Our Caps no better made.
There is something like the Golden Boot,
At least it is in color,
And if you'll bring it 10 P. BAYNE,
He'll give you Boots to fellow.
He has Carpet Bags and Sarchels too,
And Trunks all over leather;
Umbrellas thirty inch in size,
To use in stormy weather.
will no, lengthen out my verse,
But close without another,
For sure am 'twould weary you,
Were 10 60 any further.
P. BAYNE.
Staunton, June IL, 1851. Wind copy.
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NetU Establishment.

'NHE subscribers respectfully inform the public
that they have taken the house lately occupied
by MIR. Samuel Sterling, sscond door above the
Court House Alley, and are now receiving a full
supply Of
Groceries and COnfectiOnaries.
all which will be sold low for cash, or to punctua
customers on short credit.
They also carry on The BAKING BUSINESS
in all its branches. BREAD will be carried to
customers every morning
Also CAKES, of every description, kept on hand
and furnished TO order
SCHERER s. FINSTER.
Staunton, April %, ls5l.-lf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23

90 Barrels of superior Smoking Tobacco;
100 dozen in Papers do do;
SO Realms assorted wrapping paper;
10 Gruss common paper; 40 Gross Matches;
5000 Buckingham Pipes; 2 bbls Pipe Heads |;
German Pipes; 1000 Pipes Stems; Segar Cases;
Macabaw, Rappee and Scotch SnaAf
CO Dealers are requested to give ihem call,
as they are determined 10 sell very low.
Stanton, April 80, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-07-23

A CASE OF CoNscIENcE.-Dr. B, of
Franklin county, Vermont, tells good
story of case of conscience that occurred
in the course ofhis practice, several years
ago. The wife of Baptist deacon, (whom
for the purpose of the anecdote we shall call
Mr.. Cushman.) dislocated her arm by fall
and the doctor was sent for, and came with
all convenient dispatch, and put the matter
''to rights Presently, after the operation
was over, the lady was seized with faint
turn, and beckoned to her husband for as
sistance. The deacon was man slow of
motion, slow of speech, and rather slow in
point of intellect. He was strict "tem-
perence man." conscientious in this and
every thing else to the last degree. Being
never quite sure that he was fright" he
naturally feared to Ego ahead" In the pres
ent emergency, he went into the room
where the doctor was sitting, and addressed
him, in a slow and measured tone, as fol-
lows: doctor B., you are doubtless aware
of the principles which Mrs. Cushman and
myself profess in regard to the use of intox-
icating drinks in any form whatever. Now,
doctor, | wish to put it to your conscience as
Christian physician, whether it would be
in any manner culpable, in case Mrs. Cush-
man were afflicted with faintness, if should
so far deviate from our habitual rule as to
hold bottle of camphor to Mrs. Cushman's
nose 81 The doctor rushed into the lady s
apartment and found his patient had not
waited the issue of the deacons casuistry,
but had fairly "gone OFF, in fainting fit
"The devil take your conscience p' said the
doctor, half angry and half inclined to "go
off, himself in a fit of laughter. "The devil
take your doubts, sir--in case like this
one scruple of camphor is worth twenty
scruples of conscience, Boston Post.