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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01
DR.. +. H. III MILLS
Celebrated Universal Drawing and Healing SaIv

TTNHE greatest blessing that man can inherit in this
Il life, is health. II is old maxim and true one
hat sound health, like good sight, the value is sell
dom known until il is lost. II should b. the aim Of
every obtain. possiblca per Of health.
Life cannot be enjoyed without IT, II be obtains. d.
Dr. E. HammiIPs Universal Drawing and Healing
Salve has been triumphant, and cured every IN
which il has been used Pains, Strains, Tetierworm
Blood Bes Errispilas, Bone Frllon, Scrofua, White
Swelling, Neuralgia. Rheumatic Pains, Fresh Wounds,
Old Sores, Burns, Scads, Cancer Warts, and Corns,
and various other ailments. The thousands that have
used, and been benefit ted BY its heal,ngquaIily grate
full for its aid in restoring them TO health, daily
dering their testimonials, and certificates Of its virtues,
from all parts of the country What il has done for the
afflicted heretofore, it viii perform for all who may use
il now hereafter. Wherever il has used has
been fonnd wanting. There thousands in the
land who, if they knew its many superior qualities
would never he without il, spare from their houses.
The afflicted would hail il thousands have already
their delverer from pain, and rejoice in the perfect
enjoyment Of health Let all the afflicted try il and 6nd
cure.
II can be obtained at Thos p. Eskridge's Druggist.
and Morris & Goodies, Staunton Sterling & Son, and
A. Houck, Harrsonburg, J. J. f. A. G. Brown Bridge
water. Price 81 per Box. BE and ask for DR.. E
HAMMILL's Universal Drawing and Healing Salve.
Staunton, Feb. 5, lS5I.-ly.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01
MORE OPPOSETEON.

SINCE opposition has become the life of trade,
~ the undersigned has determined Ia run as cheap
as The cheapest, and 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 hook land with the
aid Of his friends and The public he hopes to mer-
il full share of the public patronage. He has
the experience OF twelve years at The business and
he fla,ters hlmselttbal he can please any one who
may favor him with lheirwork. Old Chairs paint
ed up in style that will he as good sa when
new lie can he found al his Ship 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 l9, lS5l.-tf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01
MOUN TAIN GROVE FOR SALE.

A s the subscriber has removed to the Red
N Sweet Springs, he offers his FARM for sale,
situated in the County Of Bath, on the Turnpike
road from the Warm Springs to Hunlersvlle,
halfway between the above named places. This
Farm lies in the fork of the two Back Crooks, and
contains by an inclusive survey, about
1900 ACRES,
tho larger portion of which lies perfectly level, be-
ing bottom lands on those streams. 1t is in good
state of cultivation. with good fencing and a con-
siderable portion Of The ploughed lands set in clo
yer, about as or SO Acres Of meadow, and as much
more may be made. 1t produces grain of all kinds
well, and offers great Inducements TO the stock
raiser, being surrounded by the finest mountain
range in the county, equal TO that in any country.
kvA The Improvements are large and eoR
fsyM Portable hewed
Ga&I LOG HOUSE.
a two story BRICK KITCHEN AND WEAV
ING HOUSE, a fine Stone Dairy, with as fine
water as can be found in the mountains, an excel
lent Smoke house and Negro Cabins, large dou-
bic Barn md Slabling sufficient,
A Fine Manufacturing Mill,
with all the machinery necessary for cleaning
wheat and making good flour. Also,
A FTRSTRATE SAJV:MILL,
all in good repair, aud possessing fine water power
There is a Post Office kept here, with two mails
arriving and departing weekly. This is an excel
lent stand for Tavern and a Store. 1t is useless
to say more, presuming that any person wishing 10
purchase will examine fur himself My address is
. Red Sweet Springs" Allegheny County, Va
Terms made easy, and possession given at any
time. SAM'L. V. GAIEWOOD.
ArUust % 1S51-2m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01
.SpsU Establishment.

rfNHE subscribers respectfully inform ihe public
i that they nave taken the house lai' ly occupied
by Mr.. Samuel Sterling. second dnof above the
Cuurl House Alley. and are now receiving ii full
supply Of
Groceries and ConfecfionarieS.
all which will be sold low FOR cash, or To punclua'
customers on short credit.
They also carry on the BAKING BUSINESS
in all lis branches BREAD will be carried I"
customers every morning.
Also CAKES. Of every description, kept on hand
and furnished To order
SCuERER s. FINSTER.
Siaunton, April %, lS5l.-tf
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r n O u s. A N d s
LOOK AT THIS (!

q g. NJ. HIRSH, at the Variety Store one
~ !. door above the Post Office, are now receIv
ing an addition to their already extensive stock OF
Fancy G mds Their stock CONSISTS in part Of Gold
and Silver Watches; Jewery of all kinds; Britain
MIA Ware and Plated articles Of every description
a large supply ofcnmbs. good assortment OF cul
lery AccoFdioDs. vin!lns and n'her musical lnsru
menis Umbrellas aud parasuls; PerfninrrleS ;
Spy Glasses; Speclaclps and Magnifying Glasses;
Baskets; Work Boxes SC; Table s. Floor On
CIohs Window Blinds Of all kinds Trunks and
arpet Bags; large assortment ut Buttons al one
cent per duz; all kinds Of gloves aud many other
articles TOO ,ediuus to mention Aln"s' any article
in the Fancy line may be found at their Store
EEy- The abuve articles will he sold at N"ln
ern prices wholesale and retail. Call and see u.s.
Slauntor June /, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01

THE CuBANs-THEIR HABIrs.-A gen.
tleman Just arrived from Cuba, who has been
engaged in business there, which has given
him opportunities to observe the country
people,in district near the sea coast, gives
the following picture oftheir manner of life:
They have one hundred and eighty seuen
festival days in the year, besides Sundays,
in all of which they are forbidden to work,
and where they show no disposition for any
thing but play. They then assemble in
crowds at each others houses, the gathering
place for each day being arranged before
hand; and spend the whole time in dancing
the fandango, drinking, &C., sc. They
wear their swords on all occasions, and ride
on horseback wherever they go. Even those
who go to seek days work-mere labor
ers-attre themselves and ride up with an
appearance of Importance and display, so
that they might be mistaken for officers Of
the army.
This description was given in reply to a
question about the disposition of the peo-
pie of Cuba for change of government,
and the traveller conveyed the impress
sion that he saw not symptom Of any
desire of even any improvement, civil, So
cial, or religious. All the liberty they de-
sire is that of livingjust so,with theirpriests
for their masters.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01
JULY 2, 1851.

& COW NE have yet in
~ Siurr desirable stock ofIhp following goods,
which they will sell al very reduced raIes. IN order
Ia cl,,se ont heir Summer Stock. Persons not yet
supplied viii d" we'll 10 call
China Silks. fine quality and handsome styles.
Pink. Blue aud Mode CnIored Bereges,
Berpur De LANES and Linen MulisIines,
Mean Tissues and Esnaraldas, Of various
styles,
French worked Capes and Collars.
And a rich assortment ofthe finest Rbands ever
offered in this market.
Ladies Morocco and Kid Slippers,
ALSO
a fashionable lot of SUMNER CLOTHING, ready
made. for Gentlemen.
Main ST.. Stanton, july 9, 1851.
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BALTIMORE CLOTHING STORE.
Cheapest Clothing Store in Stanton.

To please our friends down the street,
Again we try our hand at rhyme,
Then from Parnassus we retreat
For truly we have not the time,
When waiting patrons crowd around,
Eager to buy of FRANK s. Co.
To give to truth poetic sound,
And let them disappointed GO.
In fact we cannot help but wonder,
How sadly looks our chubby friend,
And though he fumes much at our thunder,
We surely meant moi TO offend.
Oh take il easy, gentle neighbor,
We know your goods you seldom sell,
And if twill save you any labur,
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,
To save coat nr vest from rips.
Instead of basting try ow plan,
Put in the stitches thick and strong,
Then you can look up like man,
And like your neigh1ors get along.
Just try for once the honest mode,
And make an effort not 10 cheat.
With envy then you'll moi corrode,
Nor glance so sadly up the street,
The people still will bear in mind,
The fact which all our patrons know,
That extra cuthing they will find,
Whenever they deal with FRANZ s. Co.
Truth needs no gaudy flowers Of speech,
1t wins its way with hInest men,
Who, when proper place they reach,
Are always sure to call again.
Fair deaIing-Cheap for Cash,-to all
Our noticed hammer proud we show,-
You'll save much money if you call,
And buy your gnods Of FRANK & Co.
We have just received the larges, and best Sc
c,ed stock of Ready Made Clnthing ever brought
this Borough, and we are determined to sci
o,hes cheaper than any other establishment in
lis place. Remember the store.
FRANK g. CO.,
One door below the Stage Office
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FALL TRADE, 1851,

-:0.-
w e are receiving by the Atlantic, ""Pacihc,"
w Europa" and other Steamers from Liver
pool and Havre, via New York. and the Ship
Excelsior" from Liverpool, direct TO James Riv-
or, our Fall importatons of
British, French & German Dry Goods,
purchased during the past season iii the various
European Markets by our senior partner, Esel,"tse-
lyfor Cash.
We have also in store, and are now receiving
full and complete assortment OF
American Goods,
making together the largest and most beantifPI
stock Of DRY GOODS ever before exhibited by us.
No pains have been spared in selecting styles suit
ed to The Virginia trade, land those -four Merchants,
as well as the Merchants uf North Carolina, and
Tennessee, who are disposed to encourage HOME
Marker, may rest assured that our prices, both Tor
Foreign and Domestic goods, will be found as !ow,
and on terms rs liberal, as those Of any house, IN
the United States.
We have also greatly enlarged our Clothing
Department. and having secured the services OF
competent and experienced cutters, are prepared 10
exhibit an extensive stock of
Ready-Made Clothing,
manufactured Entirely at Home, which will be
sold at, or below, New York and Philadelphia
prices.
We Repeatedly solisi, an examination Of eur
Stock.
KENT, PAINE g. KENT,
IMPORTERS,
No II, Fourteenth Street, Richmond.
Aug. n, le5l.-6w
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01

A WORD TO OLD MAIDS AND BACHELORS.
-"Men should not marry" it Is common
ly said, "unless they can not onl y maintain
for themselves the social position to which
they have been accustomed, but extend the
benefits of that position to their wives and
children. A woman who marries is entitl-
ed to be kept in the same rank and comfort
IN which she was reared" We entirely dis
avow these doctrines. 1t should be the aim
of every married couple to make their own
fortune. No son and daughter who become
man and wife, are entitled to rely on their
patrimony, but should willingly commence
life at lower step in the social ladder than
that occupied by their parents, so that they
may have the merit and happiness of
rising, if possible, to the top. Imagine
the case of an aged couple, who by great per-
severance have acquired possession of i'm
mense wealth, and are living in style of
ease and splendor which is no more than
the reward of long life ofindustry. Will
any body say that the children of such "old
folks" should live in the same grandeur as
their parents? The idea is preposterous.-
They have no right to such luxury, they
have done nothing to deserve it, and if their
parents are honest in dividing their proper
ty among them, they can have no means of
supporting it. Yet marriages are contract
ed on the principle that the married couple
shall be able to keep up the rank to which
they have been accustomed under the pa
ternal roof 1t is such notions as this-en-
gendered by Malthusian philosophers, and
fostered by lazy pride-that are filling our
country with ''poor old maids, with coquet-
fish young ladies', with nice, cigar-smoking,
good-ior-nothing young men.-North Bril-
ish Mail.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01
American Repertery of Inventions.
TO Mechanics, Inventors and Manufacturers.
SEVENTH VOLUME OF THE SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN
MEssRs. MUNN & 90,


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The Inventor will find in it weekly list of A.
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h5- All Letters must he post paid and directed
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mercan, l2S Fulton Street. Ne2r f~rk"
INDUCEMENTS FOR CLUBBING.
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furnish
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September 3. 1851
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01
What Cooley Says Of Them.

I'VE nn,ced in nnr January number The Dixon
w WATCHES, approved at the Chmnorne
ter Board. al the Admiralty in London, every one
OF which is stamped and warranted We have
purchased one, good reader AYE, bongh it. for
jewellers do mol give watches for notices; and this.
therefore, is free will Offering tn the merit of
these very remarkable time pieces; and we hearth
~ recommend them Ia all those who wish To know
the "time of day." We understand that the Cen
trail Railroad intends TO purchase these watches for
their agents on The road We would advise them
to it.-.March No Ladies' Book.
WE have been appointed snle agents in Siam
ton fnr the sale of these fine Dixon Waches,-
Also. on hands large assortment ufother WATCH.
Es, JEwELRY Sc.
G. B. WRIGHT & co.
St,utton lime o. 1851
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01

TIME undersigned continues to furnish at short
Il notice CASTINGS Of every description, al
his foundry in Staunton.
lie keeps constantly On hand
Hathaway Cook Stoves,
Air Tight do do,
Box and Ten Plate do,
Mill and Saw Mill Gearing,
Thrashing Machine Casting,
Mould Bounds, great variety,
Wagon Boxes, &c., sc.
Having the patterns On hand, can furnish at
all times, any particular piece of the Stoves that
may by accident, or otherwise. be broken. Gus
toners are invited 10 give him call and they
shall find the terms reasonable and prices low
All work warranted. liberal discount made for
cash; also discount made 10 Merchants or others
who purchase by the quantity. Thankful tor past
support he asks a continuance of the same. ORDERS
BY mail promptly attended To.
ALBERT. J. CARRIER.
Staunton, July %. l95l.-tf
PSI have made arrangements with Messrs.
BRYAN g. BRADLEY, by which persons pnTclas-
ing The Deano or New York Premium Plough or
Castings from me, will not be held liable for an in
Engagement of the Livingston Plough patent -
These Pluughs can be obtained at the Blacksmith
Shop of Mr.. VIM. WOODWARD, near the Western
AsvIum. A. J. 6.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01
Look to your Interest.

RY calling at the establishment of the under
ED signed, where may be had the various kinds
of FURNITURE usually made in this par'
sfthe country, of Poplar, Walnut, Cherry, Maple
or Mahogany, ALSO, Flows, Rakes. Forks. scythe
Snaths, &C., Coffins neatly finished. lined and de-
livered for s per fnoi. made of Poplar or Walnut
those made of Maple. Cherry, Or Mahogany at pro
puriiunabIe rates Good paper, Lumber, Grain oI
Flax Seed taken in exchange for work. Our mot
to in future shall De Come and see"
|. G. MYERS.
Prospect Mansion, near
New Hope, Va, May q, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01

DAGUERREOTYPi ST, occupies room o.
- yer The Store Of Mr. A. }. Draklns LIKE
NESSES taken in the hest style uf the art, and IN
all kinds Of weather. Satisfaction given before
leaving the roum, out if the individual returns and
sits again an extra charge "t Fifty Cents VIII he
made las also in all eases when The cash is moi PAID.
Fe- Ladies and Gentlemen are inved 10 call.
SauntOn. May Ia, ISL.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1851-10-01
NEW MARBLE YARD,
rg'HE undersigned have associated themselves
as partners in the
Marble RuSinPSa
stnu.,rOM Virginia.

1910
rgNHE undersigned have associated themselves
Il as partners in the
Marble Business.
They have on hand and are receiving from New
York an assorted and superior supply of Marble OF
Italian and American quarries, out of which they
will manufacture, in the most workmanlike man
ner,
Monuments, TOmbstOnes, MantelS, Table-TOpS,
and every other article IN their line. They are
both regular workmen in their business, and j. e..
MARQUIS has manufactured all the work which
has been done in Stanton under the name OF j..
Pagan, and still hopes by strict attention to bust
ness and doing neat work, to receive liberal
share Of the patronage which was bestowed upon
him while in business for said Pagan. They have
purchased their materials al great advantage and
pledge themselves 10 furnish work 70 PER CENT
cheape. than it can be had elsewhere in the Valley.
Painters can he supplied with PAINT AND Null
LEN STONES. Plain and ornamental Letter
ing done in the nea.est and best manner and nlaid
with black cement, if desired. Persons wishing
to procure any thing in the above line will do well
TO give us call befnre purchasing elsewhere. The
Yard is few steps West Of the Post Office, on
Main Street.
JAMES C. MARQUIS.
JOHN KELLY.
Stanton, Aug. 27, l85l.-6m.
N. bah kinds Of CARVING neatly executed
upon reasonable terms. W. q 4.
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.9T TIE OLD ST.gND,

g doors abnue The Store Of b. Cra,rtord's, Esq.,
t'ffF. undersigned continues 10 carry on the
i COACH MAKING BUSINESS in all its
various branches liz IS thankful for patronage
heretofore received. and h"pes from his long exPe-
rience and personal attention 10 merit continuance
lie has variety of Carriages on hand Of every
description used III This county
Or Repairing done 10 The best manner and at
reasonable prices.
He has also connected with his Coach Nlanufac-
tory The Saddlery business. and will keep con-
siantIy on handand for sale. Saddles and Harness
Of every description. Carriage Trimmings, Harness
Ai,un,ing, Whips. SaddieIrees. Carriage Springs,
Axles, &c., Sc. Call and see
JUDSON Mccoy.
Staunton, Aug. 81, IS50.-tf.
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eft and receive fair compensation for their labor
0- TO young men of enterprise and tact, this bust
ness offers an opportunity for profitable employment sell
dom 10 be met with There is not town in the Union
where right honest and well-disposed person can fail
selling from so 10 200 volumes, according 10 the popula
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New and Popular School Books.

4 'ONPREHFNSIVES SUMMARY OF UNI
- versal History. together with Biography of
Distinguished Persons. To which is appended an
pplume o. Heather Mythology. Natural Phuso-
ply. General Astronomy and Physiology; adopted
and used in the Public Schools of Philadelphia
+. 5. JONES & CO., Publishers.
S. W. corner Fourth and Race SIS. Phila.
Teachers and Schoul Committees addressing
letters to us pnst paid, will be furnished with cup
rs for examination.
IA Full and Complete Assortment of Books
and Stationary for Sale at the Lo,cest Prices.
April 80, l85l.-ly.
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LAND FOR SALE.

WISHING to remove To Texas. will sell q
w valuable farm in The county Of Nelson, in
the "Valley of Eockfsh." containing
Eight zXss,ifsred .fcres.
The track could be conveniently divided into three
small farms or into larger, as there are two dwell.
linz houses, me a new brick building with six
rooms. with kitchen and other ou houses; the
other, good frame ho;,se. About 500 Acres are
cleared, the greater part Of which could be made
oood meadow land, as i, is well waiered, and most
Of it nearly level. The HowardsviIle turnpike, is
within two miles, and the central Rail Road IL
miles alIording every facility for travel and trans
por,a,ion. Further description is unnecessary, as,
persons wishing to purchase Will doubtless come
and examine for themselves.
GEO. II. era WORD.
Greenfield, P. O., April %. lS5l.-,f
aMz- Rockingham Register will copy.