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SAGACIrY OF ELEPHANTS Stories OF
sagacity of elephants are endless; here are
two which imply complicated processes of
thought:
"Another elephant that was exhibited IN
London was made to go through variety
of tricks, and among them that of picking
up a sixpence with its trunk; but on one
occasion the coin rolled near wall beyond
its reach. As the animal was still ordered
to get it, it paused for a moment as if flor
consideration, and then, stretched forth its
trunk to its greatest extent, below with such
force on the money that it was driven a
sainst the WALL and was brought within
reach by the recoil. An officer in the Ben
gal army had very fine and favorite ele-
plant, which was supplied daily in his pres
ence with certain allowance OF food, but
being compelled to absent himself on
Journey, the keeper of the beast diminished
the ration OF food, and the animal became
daily thinner and weaker. When its mas
ter returned the elephant exhibited the
greatest sigus of pleasure; the feeding time
came, and the keeper laid before it the for
mer full allowance Of food, which 1t divided
into two parts, consuming one immediately
and leaving the other untouched. The OF
icer, knowing the sagacity of his favorite.
saw Immediately the fraud that had been
practiced, and made the man confess his
crime"
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Ready Made Clothing.

ERANK s. CO., under the Virginia Hotel, beg
leave 10 invite the attention of the public to
their superior stock of
Ready Made Clothing.
Ours is the head quarters for fashionable cloth
ing and all persons having torn clothes are here
by notified that they are required to parade at
the Clothing Store of the undersigned next door TO
the Stage Office whenever it may suit their conven.
fence, where they will be supplied with full Fall
and Winter Apparel, cut according to order Of Gen.
eral Fashion, at lower prices, than they have yet
been recorded in the annals of ancient or modern
Clothing Store warfare. Their stock Of goods is
unequalled in every point Of view, being larger,
better, preter and cheaper than is to be found at
any similar establishment in Augusta County
Therefore all who want TO be rugged out in the
Best Style ard at the least expense, will act wise
ly by getting their Goals, Pants, Vests, DraDers,
Shirts. Collars. Cracats, Suspenders, Handker-
chiefs, &c., at this establishment.
They feel confident, from their large and beau
tu assortment that the tastes ofal can be suited
as to quality and price.
Their stock which consists of every variety OF
Ready Made Clothing, is very large and will be
sold out at very lO,e prices in order TO reduce it.
They invite all persons in want Of Clothing of any
description to give them call and examine their
goods and prices as they feel assured that they can
defy competition in the cheapness and durability of
their garments. The old stand is under the Va.
Hotel next door to the Stage Office, where we in
vite' our friends and the public 10 call and exam
inc for themselves.
FRANK s. co.
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New RELIGIOUS ORDER.-There is re-
ligious sect in England who make it car
dinal point Of faith to abstain entirely from
vegetable food. Recently we saw one OF
their tracts published in western paper in
full, wherein is set forth some of their pecu-
liar views. As with the advocates of many
other "isms," this idea of vegetatinarianism
seems to be the foundation and superstruc-
ture of all their faith. They contend that
mo man can show perfect development of
the brain or body on carnal food, and that
call flesh fish, milk, eggs, or animallzed
matter" is carnal food. Fasting, baptism
and pure diet, they assert are necessa-
nv to get rid IF carnal emotions, and that
''to be carnally minded is death, " therefore,
to be in union with Christ, they must live
on a pure, and as they term it, christian
Diet There is church of this denomina-
ton located in Kensington Philadelphia
numbering upwards OF hundred members.
They hold to the doctrines common to all
christian sects-but ego it blind for saw
dust pudding and Indian meal broth. We
will do them the justice of saying, how
ever, that the general health of its members
is extraordinarily good and equable. Sc
CARS liquors, and stimulants of every de-
scription are their Observation-Disclosures
Dispatch.
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American Repertery of Inventions.
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EEE.gD QUARTEKS,
STAUNTON, VIRGINIA.
III. B WHITES CHEAP STORE.

TINE undersigned begs leave to inform the La
l. dies that he has the best assortment OF La
dies Dress Goods ever brought to this mar
ket. Also, very superior assortment OF Cloths
Cassimeres and Vestings, Of all qualities for Gen
tlemen's wear. Also,
Qusens,sars, Hats and Caps, Boots and Shoes
Mails, Glass, and Groceries,
ofa very superior quality, atthe lowest cash price
A call will cost you nothing. He shall be glad
to have you come and examine his Goods theil
quality and their price. His inrariable rule is
quick sales, small profits. prompt payments.
By low prices, and by fair dealing, he hopes to
merit share Of the custom ofthe public.
Be sure to call on M. B. White, at the sign Of
the steps Of Jones & White. NJ. b. WHITE.
Slaunton, Nov. 5, 1851.
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DIR. JAMES JOHNSON,
DENTAL SURGEON,

WOULD respectfully inform the citizens Of
w Stasuton and vicinity that he has returned
and may be found at his room at the Virginia Ho-
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.
REFERENoE.--Rev. T. Il. Castleman, Rev.
Jos. ID. Tyler Rev. j. G. Wheat. DR.. A. T. Laird
Col. John B. Baldwin and Jas. A. McClgna.
Staunton, April 8, lS5l.-tf.
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MORE OPPOSITIOH.

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 viii
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 e full share of the public patronage. He has
the experience oftwelve years at the business and
he fatters hmselfthat he can please any one who
may favor him with ,heirwork. Old Chairs paint
ed up in a style that will be as good sa when
new. He can be found at his Shopin 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.
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NEW MARBLE YARD,
Stanton Virginia

-S0-
TINE undersigned have associated themselves
as partners in the
Mable Business. ~
They have on hand and are receiving from New
York an assorted and superior supply of Marble Of
Italian and American guarres, out Of which they
will manufacture, in The most workmanlike man.
ner,
Monuments, TOmbstOnes, ManteIs, Table.TOps
and every other article IN their line. They are
both regular workmen in their business, and j. G.
MARQUIS has manufactured all the work which
has been done in Staunton under the name of j.
Pagan, and still hopes by strict attention 10 bust
ness and doing neat work, to receive liberal
share of The patronage which was bestowed upon
him while 10 business for said Pagan. They have
purchased their materials at great advantage and
pledge themselves 10 furnish work Is PER CENT
cheaper than it can be had elsewhere in the Valley.
Painters can be supplied with PAINT ANpMUL-
LEN STONES. Plain and ornamental Letter
ing done in the neatest and best manner and inlaid
with black cement, if desired. Persons wishing
to procure any thing in the above line will do well
to give us call before purchasing elsewhere. The
Yard is few steps West Of the Post Office, on
Main Street.
JAMES G. MARQUIS.
JOHN KELLY.
Staunton, Aug. 81, ls5l.-6m.
N. BAH kinds of CARVING neatly executed
upon reasonable terms. M. & X.
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MT THE OLD STAND,

6 doors above the Store Of B. Crayford's, Esq, }
JNHE undersigned continues to carry on the
Il COACH-MAKING BUSINESS in all its
various branches. He is thankful for patronage
heretofore received, and hopes from his long expe-
rence and personal attention TO merit continuance.
He hasa variety of Carriages on hand of every
description used in this country.
o. Repairing done In the best manner and at
reasonable prices.
He has also connected with his Coach Manufa--
tory the Saddlery business, and will keep con
stantly on handand for sale, Saddles and Harness
Of every description, Carriage Trimmings, Harness
Mounting, Whips, Saddletrees, Carriage Springs,
Axles, &c., Sc. Call and see.
JUDSON Mccoy.
Staunon, Aug 81, 1e5O.-tf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-01-14
DIR. W:Ez. CM.fPW.9sN,
DENTAL SURGEON.

HAS located himselfa at Mt Sidney land he ten
H ders his professional services to the Citizens
Of Augusta. He will continue to visit them al
their residences, as heretofore done, and perform
all operations upon the teeth necessary.fOr their
preservation and beauty.
From the finished manner in which he executes
his work he has no doubt of giving satisfaction.
He respectfully tenders his thanks to the citizens
ofAugusta for the liberal support extended to him
during the last two years, and soliclts the contnu
ance fthe same.
Oct. Is, 1851.
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Look to your Interest.

by calling at the establishment of the under
~ signed, where may be had the various kinds
Of FURNITURE, usually made in this part
ST the country, of Poplar, Walnut, Cherry, Maple
or Mahogany, Also, Flows, Rakes, Forks, Scythe
Snaths, &c., Collins neatly finished, lined and de-
livered for 81 per foot. made of Poplar or Walnut
those made Of Maple, Cherry, or Mahogany at pro-
pOrtiOnable rates. Good paper, Lumber, Grain OF
Flax Seed taken in exchange for work. Our mot
to in future shall be "Come and see."
|. G. MYERS.
Prospect Mansion, near }
New Hope, Va, May 81, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-01-14
ATTENTION FARMERS!
DRILLING MACHINES.

TUE subscribers engaged in the manufacture
Il of Rohr's Celebrated Drilling Machines and will
be ready TO furnish them at any time when called
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 AT
the Mandatory in Bridgewater, Rockingham Countv
as well as in Augusta Botetourt Roanoke and Bedford
R0HR & WRIGHT.
lima O. 1871 ~
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-01-14
REMOVAL.
ENN E r T & B E E RS,
WHOLESALE DRUGGISTS.

TIME subscribers respectfully inform their riendsand
l. the public that for the want of room at their pres
ent location, they will remove on the LIST day oil sep
TENDER to the large and commodious house No. l2o
Main Street twelve doors below where they now are
and nearly opposite Messrs II. & Chas Ellis Co.
and one door above Messrs Word, Furguson 4 Banks
dale-wherc they will be prepared TO offer the largest
and best stock of articles in their line they have ever
had the pleasure Of offering, purchased by the senior
partner Of our house person and mostly for cash-A
mong their stock may be found
5000 lbs. Eng. Sub Carp Soda,
1900 lbs. Sanford's Ext Logwood,
5000 lbs best Ombro Nader,
600 lbs best Indigo,
80 bbs Copperas,
20 5bs Alum, % bbls Fps. Salts,
500 lbs Blue Stone,
$50 Kegs Lewis White Lead.
20 bbls Spirits Turpentine,
1900 gals Linseed Oil,
20 bbis Blows No. Castor OIL,
90 bbls Alcohol 80 and 50,
100 baskets Sweet Oil,
100 Boxes Va. Soap,
400 gross Friction Matches,
500 Boxes Window Glass.
$50 lbs Nutmegs. so lbs Blue Mass,
IS lbs Hydrodate Potash,
100 ozs Sulphate Qunine,
10000 genuine Havana Cigars,
$4,000 genuine Principe 60
100000 Domestic
Is bbls Blake's fire proof Paint,
30 bbls Spanish Brown, Venican Red.
And large assortment of Combs, Brushes, Perfume
ry, Fancy Articles, Sc All the genuine and popular
Patent Medicines at Manufactui ers prices.
All securely packed, neatly put up and prompt
~ shipped. ,us prNNprr
VIM. S. BEERS.
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THE MEN WITH TAILs.-A year or two
since, French travellers in Africa reported
the existence of negro tribe with tails
Lately, Count de Castelnau, the explorer
of South America, we'll known and highly
esteemed in the United States, communicat-
ed to the Geographical Society of Paris, the
result of some personal inquiries at Bahaia,
which seem to confirm in measure the d.
rect report:
III found myself there" he says Gin the
midst of a,host of negro slaves, and thought
it possiblgto obtain from them information
of the unknown parts of the African CONT
nent. | soon discovered that the Moham-
medan natives ofSoudan were much further
advanced in mind, than the idolatrous IN
habitants of the coast. Several blacks OF
Haoussa and Adamawah related to me that
they had taken part in expeditions against
a nation called Niam-Niams, who had tails
They traced their route, on which they en-
countered tigers, CRATES, elephants, and wild
camels. Nine days were consumed IN ira
versing an immense forest. They reached
at length a numerous people OF the same
complexion and frame as themselves, but
with tails from twelve to fifteen inches long.
This organ or excrescence they describe as
smooth and motionless. The Houssas mas
sacred the greater part of the tribe among
the bodies were some females with the same
appendage. Both sexes went entirely max
ed. Some lived IN straw novels, but the
greater part livedln caves. The only article
of furniture seen among them was wood
en- bench, pierced with a hole for The accom-
mediation Of The tail"
This last circumstance is comical enough !;
the witnesses were seven or eight, who de-
elared that they had handled the excres-
cence, cut it's so forth. The Count does not
guaranty the statements; he intends to pub
lish separately the interrogations and an
swers along with the maps, vocabularles, 4
portraits of distinct tribes which he procured
In his researches ill Brazil.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-01-14
DR.. Deachs American Practise of Med
ioine and Family Physician.

THIS Work treats Of the diseases Of all men,
i and children, on reform or eclectic principles. 1t
has been recommended by the most celebrated physi-
clans in both hemispheres, and splendid Gold Medals
have pronounced il the most correct and Scientific
Practice, and as em;nenty designed for Families and
This practice is ing the palm and prom,
Uses soon supplant the mineral and depletye treat
ment. Complete in one volume with numerous engrav-
ings.
o. GRAND DepoT, al Fulton Street, New York.
For sale Wholesale and retail By C.. N. KINNEY,
Stanton, and JACOB BEAR, Lexington.
June 4, lS5l.-lyeot.
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&LoTHING CLOTHING \ CLOTHING a
The question settled beyond the issue Of adoubt'

K EEP it continually before the people, that the
HA undersigned are receiving again most superb
y assorted stock Of
Mali and Winter Clothing.
Their etock is So varied this season, thai it is i'm
possibls TO ennmerate articles but they can assure
the public that an examination of their Goods will
amply reward them for their trouble. 1t is need
less to say anything about prices. as those who
have dealt with them heretofore, know how very
cheap they do sell, and such as have NOT, may be
convinced by giving them call. They have
COATS, VESTS and PANTS,
large and small. long and short, Of all imaginable
stuYs- from the finest to the ooarsest. But 10 one
thing in particular they wish to draw the attention
Of their farming friends, and that is 10 the large
assortment Of
Negro Clothing
they shall keep on hand throughout the season.
They earnestly solicit and desire casfrum the
public before purchasing elsewhere.
JACOB POLLITZ & co.
Corner Store, Basement Of Va. Hotel.
Staunton, Nov. 5, 1851.
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NOTIUINo
Ea:s:sa sssss 49,

'gNHERE will be only one freight train weekly
from Richmond to Charlottesville from 10th
June to 10th August, leaving Richmond every
Monday at O'Clock A M, arrive in Charlottesville
5 O'Clock NJ. Leave Charlottesville O'Clock ev-
cry Tuesday morning, and arrive in Richmond
O'Clock P M.
G. R. MASON. Sup't.
June Is, lS5l,-tf
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to- ''Father. | want to ask you a question. /
"Well. nay son." "Why is neighbor
Smiths liquor shop like counterfeit dol
lar %
~ can't tell, my son." Because you
cant pass it." said the boy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1852-01-14
Sentamher 10. 1851.

A LARGE assortment of l0-4, 1874 Ribbon
"A Bound Bed Blankets Servants do. Saddle
do.;Fulled Cloths, CassiDets. Kentucky Jeans, Bed
Tickings, Canton Flaunels, Plaid Lnseys, Cling
hams, Brown and Beached Cottons, Sheeiihgs,
Calcoes, SC. These goods will be sold as low as
they can be bought in town. Give me CALL
A. J. DEAKINS,
Oct. 90, 1851. Opposite the Post Office
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Plantation and mill for Sale.

r OFFER for sale Tract of Land lying on the
Il South Fork of Rockfish River in Nelson Coun-
ty. adjoining the lands of James Woods, Esq, MIR.
Samuel Woods and others, containing by old sur
vey between
FIVE AND SIX HUNDRED ACRES,
considerable portion of which is Rockfish low
proundsand branch flats. The balance is all arabic
high land of good quality-indeed is very superb
or. The low grounds and branch flats fine mead
ow land. There is on the tract an ample supply
oftimber, and one or two very desirable rock quar-
ries.
The improvements consist Of Mill, propelled
by Rock fish river, bnilt in modern style, with
castiron 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, small
DWELLING HOUSE,
Ice House ana other necessary ou.-horses, and
Ample Orchard ofexceent winter fr1't
Rockfsh Valley is situated at the Eastern base
of the Blue Ridge Mountain, is high and roman
tic country, alike remarkable Or its beauty health
fitness and fl Utility and the tract offered for
sale has long been regarded among the most desira
HE in that section of country. 1t is distant from
Howardsyille on James River, and the Canal,
about eiuhteen miles; from the contemplated De-
mot IN the Railroad now in progress from Chariot
iesville, across the Blue Ridge, to Staunton, only
eight or ten miles; twenty miles from the UnlVer-
siiy of Virginia, and about fifteen from Staunlon'
The terms will be made to accommodate the Pu.'
chaser, and good bargain may be had by early ap
plica ton to James NJ Harris, Esq, who resides
on the land He may also be addressed by letter
directed to Greenfield, Nelson Co., IA.
JOHN l.. HARRIS.
November %, l849-tf
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Augusta Land for Sale

THE undersigned offers for sale the tract o
land upon which he resides, lying on South
River, about nine miles from Waynesboro', and
six from Weir's Cave. 1t contains about
504 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 timhered and The whole
well walered. 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.
Jpee Or 1S5f-tf