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TRUSTEES SALE OF LAND.

-eNsE-
DY virtue Of Deed of Trust executed TO me
I'D on the 23d day of February, 1871, by Ma.
thaniel Chandler, and of.record in the Clerk VI
flee of the County Court of Augusta, SNAIL
On the 18th day of August, 1853
for the purposes mentioned in said eed,proceed to
sell ON the premises to the highest bidder,a certain
TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND,
lyinp ON the South River, in Augusta county,
containing about 10 ACRES. with its appurie-
napces. and described in said deed as follows -
Adjoining the lands of Philip Koyner, Mrs. f..
p. Williams, Samuel Clark, r. Hangers Jacob
Kyger tract and Others"
Terms OF Sale rs follows, to Wit,
Cash $50. with interest from LIST Oct. lo49.
Sl20, interest thereon from LIST Oct. 1901.
$l20, interest thereon from LIST Oct. 1901.
Sl2O, interest thereon from LIST. Oct. 1902,
and an additional sum sufficient to pay all costs
attending the sale, and all other expenses attend
inp- the premises. Sl20 payable on the LIST of
Oct. 1853, and the balance ofthe purchase money
to be paid on the LIST October. l034-the purcha-
ser giving bond and approved security for the de
ferred payments.
The title to said land is said to be good, but
acting as Trustee, shall convey such title only
as is vested in me by the deed aforesaid.
SANrL KENNERLY, JR., Trustee.
July 6, lS53.-tds.
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VALUABLE LAND FOR SALE,
I'M THE COUNTY OF HIGHLAND.

T WILL sell on Thursday, the 18th day Of .4''-
IL gust neat, on the premises, that valuable
Tract of Land,
formerly the property of Miranda Stuart, decd,
situated on the Bull pasture River, within three
miles of the Staunton and Parkersburg Turnpike,
and containing about
$50 ACRES,
$50 cf which are River Bottom, not surpassed in
quality by any Land in the county. Tho Dwell
ling House is comfortable weatherboarded log
house. within 100 yards of a spring of as prime
water as flows from the earth. The water is
brought in pipes to dairy, first coming through
the barn yard. This land is centrally situated to
Mills and Churches, and is within four miles of
the Highland Alum Spring, which is thought by
Judges 10 be equal to the Rockbridge Alum. The
Land is smooth and is well adapted to the growth
of grass or grain, and is altogether such tract as
seldom comes into market. On the same day |
will sell SEVERAL LIKELY NEGROE
different sexes.
TERMS OF SALE.-One-third of the purchase
money in 10 days, the balance in 8, II and -
months-possesson given lst Sept.
The Negroes will be sold for cash.
SAMUEL McDANNALD. Ex'or
OF Miranda Stuart, decd.
Mcdowell, June %, lS53.-tds.
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ATTENTION, WOOL"GR0WERS.

ruNHE STAUNTON WOODEN FACTORY
L respectfully invite your attention to their
laroe and varied assortment of WOODEN GOODS.
consisting of Kerseys, Jeans, Sattnets, Plaid
Striped and Plain Colored Linseys, Bed and Ne
gro Blankets, both Colored and White. They
are also manufacturing Yarns of various grades
and colors, which they offer in exchange for Wool
on moderate terms, at the highest market price
for Wool.
The patronage of all traders and consumers who
appreciate goods for their real value, is respectfully
solicited for those manufactured by us, as we think
some inducement can be held out to purchasers OF
this description OF Goods.
ID. w. KENNEDY, Super'dent.
N. B.-Ne wish to purchase $4,000 lbs: OF
Wool, for which we will exchange Goods or give
the highest CashlMarket Pnce. ID. w. X.
Stanton, Mayls, ls59.-tf.-Vind copy.
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POETRY
.xsyst Mind the Mlttem. joe"

Look nm. dear Joe. with brow of brass.
Forge, that giddy flirting lass,
And lot her transient image pass
Though sorely fancy -smitten, Joe!
There's good fish in the deep. broad sea-
Sorting there bright. fair aud free
And one, trow, thine own mlgh. Ut
So never mind the mitten, joe
Forget that girls onsnaring glane lance
She skins right prettily the dance ...o
Her vain. proud airs aud dress per,pa"'o'
TO halls Of mirth are fitting, Joe!
But mark my words-wlth such vile
Tied to thy hand and purse for llle.
rhy black and blue days must be RUE
So never mind the mltten, Joe
know ona-she never wore
IJnop her fingers golden ore,
Embracing pearls and gems score;
TNJ,ybap thou'lt tn nix IN twitting, Joe !!
She's rarely at amusement seen;
In simpIe robes, with modest mien,
And face and form like beauty's queen
She never gave the mltten, Joe!
"For why 2" She meier with trothy arts
Raised idle flames in silly hearts,
Then Toasted on the dying snar's
Offools 50 quickly bitten, Joe!
Oh! woo her like man OF sense
Secure such worth and innocence
Forget that tinseled jill's offence,
And bless her for the mltten, joe
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Hutoheson's Celebrated Ointment
FOR PILES.

A PERFECTLY safe, mild, speedy and per-
IA manent cure for PILES of every description,
and no matter of how long standing.
This Remedy il compounded, according to estab-
lished rules of Pharmacy, of ingredients posses
sing great healing properties.
PHYSICIANS of the first standing have examined
and used this Ointment in their practice with the
utmost SUCCESS, where all other remedies failed to
effect cure.
The above remedy is unsurpassed for the cure
of Sore Breasts of females The most violent and
distressing cases of which have been almost in
stantly relieved by it. For Sore Throat, White
Swelinps. Ulcers, Cuts or Bruises, Burns and
Scalds and for all kinds OF local inflammation,
is of great value.
We have in our possession large number of
certificates from the most reliable persons, testify
ing to its wonderful efficacy in the cure of the a.
boye diseases. We give the following:
SrAUNToN, May 5th, 1853.
Mr.. Hutcheson, Sir:-I take pleasure in
saving that your Ointment has been used in my
Family and has given entire satisfaction, one SIN
Gle application giving immediate relief, and If APP
piled as it should be, have no doubt would make
permanent cures. take great pleasure In recon-
mending it to the afflicted.
Yours, respectfully,
SAM'L WOODWARD.
In offering the above Ointment to the afflicted,
the propretors take the high ground that where
it has been used in strict accordance with dlrec-
tons sufficient length of time. and not being at
tended with beneficial results, the money will be
refunded upon application.
The above Ointment is pitt UP in neat tin boxes
with directions and pamphlets accompanying each
Prepared by WIN. HUTCHINSON s CO.,
Amsterdam, Botetourt county, va.
n. B.-A liberal discount made to Agents and
'" "''l AGEvTs FOR AUGUSTA COUNTY.
TuoMAs p. EsKRIDGE, Staunton; Benz. +.
Graham. Greenville; j. Roller, Mt. Sidney A.
Miller, Mt. Scion; j. Stout, New Hope; w. w.
King & Son. Waynesborough.
June /, 1858.
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CONTEMPLATING.

HAVING taken the Shop, opposite the Mes
III senger Office, between the Creek and VIM.
Kinney's residence, anb recently occupied by
Geo. d. Lancaster, decd, am now prepared to
do CABINEr-MAKING, in all its branches in
manner not to be surpassed in this place. Hav-
ing been engaged as principal workman with my
deceased brother-in-law, Mr.. Lancaster,l am con
WINGED that satisfaction will be given TO all who
may call on me for work.
My Hearse has been entirely refitted, and | am
prepared to attend to UNDERTAKING, at all times
Having conducted the business in this department
for Mr.. Lancaster, feel confident that the same
patronage extended to him, will not be withheld
from me. JAMES SANDIGE.
Staunton, July 90. lS53.-tf
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TOBACCO AND SEGAR STORE
Opposite the Post Office.

THE subscriber has just opel.ed in the room for
l. merly occupied by A. NJ. Simpson as a Shoe
Store, new Tobacco Store, where he intends
keeping constantly on hand well selected stock
of Manufactured Tobacco. to which he invites tho
attention of all lovers of the weed. He has ON
hand the following brands:
Reed s. Nash's, Crumpton's, Eldorado, Pine APP
pie. Pearl s. Norwood, Lola Montez. Peyton 4
Co.'S, Suffers, Wyat's, Esnerado, Shaw's.
ALSO A FINE LOT OF sEGARs.
Havana, Regalia, Rifles, Napoleon La Grant,
Principles, Lord Byron, Minerva, Plantation,
Lanorma, Jenny Lind, Spanish and Half Span
ish. lot of superior Smoking tobacco, Pipes,
Pipe Stems, CARROTS Scotch and Rappee Snuff,
Snuff Boxes, Wrapping Paper, Fools Cap, Let
ter and Bill Paper, Backing, Ink, Matches,
&c.. &c. The highest market price paid for
clean Rags. JOHN b. EVANS.
Staunton, Oct Is. 1852.
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LAND FOR SALE.


7 WISH to sell Tract of Land belonging to
II the heirs of John and Elizabeth Montgomery,
lying in the county of Rockbrdge, near the Au-
gusta line. on the Little Calf Pasture River. in
good neghborhood, now occupied by Mr.. VIM.
Glendy. There are about
$50 ACRES
in the Tract, and generally of good quality, with
IN abundance of madow. There are on -,
it good LOG DWELLING, and 9th N :sM
circuit houses, with a never-faing Spring !..iA
near the house, also one of the best Sui GAtes
phur Springs in the country, well worth improv-
ing. The Central Railroad will pass within two
or three miles of the Tract.
Persons wishing to purchase are requested to
call on VIM. II. Bell, Esq, living at Bells Val
lev. on the Railroad line or on Mr.. Glendy, who
will show the land. For terms apply to
JAMES NELSON,
May IL. 1S53.-tf. Agent for the heirs.
IT, Rockingham Register copy St and for
ward account to this Office.
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PUBLIC SALE
OF SOUTH RIVER LAND.
@ANSS

5SNSS
PURSUANT to decretal order of the Circuit
Court for the county Of Augusta, pronounced
on the 10th day of June, 1858, in cause therein
pending, in which Robinson Hanger is Plaintiff,
and Alexander f. Perkey, David |. Perkey John
r. Syrcle. Nancy Perkey, William III. Payne,
jeremiah Fipher, John Kennadv Benjamin Craw-
ford and John l.. Jones are Defendants, shall,
on the premises,
On the Ieth day OF August, 1853,
proceed to sell by way OF public auction, certain
TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND, lying and
being in the said county Of Augusta, containing
by estimation, SO ACRES, be the same more
or less.
This land lies on the East side of South River
and may be termed SOUTH RIVER BORROW, and
is part of the "Red Mill Tract" and adjous
the lands of Philip Koiner and others.
Terms OF SALE.-The costs of sale will be re-
quired in cash on the day of sale from the purcha-
ser. and the balance in three equal payments, at
Is, IL and Is months, the purchaser giving bonds
and good personal security and lien to be retain
ed ON the land AS ultimate security until the whole
of the purchase money is paid.
JOHN r. SYRCLE, Comm.
June %, lS5S.-tds.
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HARPER & BROS.
NEW GROCERY STORE,
UNION HALL BUILDING.

LEARNERS. Merchants and Housekeepers, you
IL have it in your power to supply yourselves
with
Groceries at Richmond prices.
Our stock comprises in part the following articles:
SUGAR 7aa124, COFFEE III "a Is,
TEA 70 so, SALT zoe,
MoLAssEs so GU, SYRuPs SO 70,
CANDLES l3a75, Soaps 10,
ALSO-Table Salt, Mustard, Pepper, Ginger,
Indigo, Copperas, Alum, Soda, Saleratus, Nut
megs, Cinnamon, AlIspice, Mace, Cloves, Dairy
Salt, Broma and Cocoa, Starch, Maccaronl. Crack
ers, Cheese, Figs, Raisins, Table Oil, Fish on,
Ink. Backing, Cord, Brushes, Powder and Shot,
SUPERIOR LIQUORS,
WOODEN WARE, of every description,
Nails. all sizes, SC.
Having purchased our goods at the lowest pos
sible rates, we are enabled to sell as low, if not
lower than any other house in the place. Call
and examine.
lS. Produce taken ia exchange.
HARPER s. BRO.
Staunton, June %. 1853.
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MESSY CREEK ACADEMY,

J. sHoToHKIss, Prin. and Prof of Nat. Sciences.
w. a. BARTLETT, A. B., Prof. OF Languages and
Elocuton.
c. t. BRowN, Prof of Mathematics.
'l>IIIS institution is located on Messy Creek,
in one of the finest portions of Augusta coun-
ty, noted for the fertility of its SOIL the healthfuE
ness of its climate, the beauty of its scenery and
the sterling morality of its people; it is remote
from any village and its inducements to vice and
immortality; convenient to churches and easy OF
access. A fine building, of large size (43 by 90
feet and built expressly for school purposes. at
cost, including the ground attached, of nearly
$4,000, will soon be completed.
This institution is designed to furnish the foun-
daton for thorough, practical business education;
to prepare young men for entering the University
and Colleges of our State, and as prominent fea-
ture, to train young persons in the "theory and
practice" of Common School Teaching, and there
by furnish our Common Schools with qualified,
home reared instructors
The first session will begin in Messy Greek
Church, the Goth of August.
Charges for tuition, for the session of ten scho-
lastic months payable one halfat the middle, and
one half at the close of the session, as follows
Writ Writna and COMPOSITION, $40 90
Elementary Arithmetic, Geography, &c, II 5O
English Dept-Arthmetic, Geography,
Grammar. &C., 10 w
Algebra, Philosophy. Chemistry, &C.. ~ 0O
.Nath and Glass. Dept-Geometry, Sur
veying, Latin, &c., 70 00
Greek, French, German and Italian, 3O w
Good boarding may be had in the vicinity, at
from Sc to 81 50 per month, including all neces,
sary accommodations. Books can be obtained at
the institution.
J. HoTcHKIss, REFERS TO
Rev. A. Craig, Windsor, New York.
+" II. w. Gilbert, g 6 $
B. Nj. Smith, Staunton, Va.
J. r. Brodt, Esq, late Supt SCHOOLS, Broome
county. New York.
G.. r. Harris, NJ. d., Senate of Va.
w. A. BARTLETT, TO
S. North. ID. ID. L. l.. d., President of Ham
ilton College, New York.
Prof C. Avery. l.. l.. d., New York,
f.. North, A. M, Prof of Ancient Languages,
New York.
II. Vaudeville, d. D., Albany, New York.
Hon. ID. s. Dickinson, New York
Z" A. Brdsall, s. &"
C. II. BRowN, TO
Prof G. Harrison, Nj. d., University Of Va.
=" f.. II. Courtenay, l.. l.. d., IS
w. b. Rogers, l.. l.. d., So
| For further information apply to the Principal
Messy Creek, Augusta county, or to either OF the
TRUsrEEs.-J. NJ. McCue, J. G. Fulton, b
Estill, Daniel Forrer, John Crawn, ST., A. Is
Rogers, Geo. r. Gibbons.
Messy Creek, Va, July 8, lo59.-tf.
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COMMISSIONERS SALE
OF SOUTH RIVER LAND.

IN obedience 10 Decree of the Circuit Court
for the county of Augusta, pronounced on the
9th day of June, 1853, in a cause therein pend
ing in which Elizabeth Clark, widow and relct
of Samuel Clark, decd, is Plaintiff, and John r..
Syrcle. Administrator of Samuel Clark. decd,
Sarah Catharine. Benjamin Franklin, Christian,
Susan, William, Barbara, Ann, Elizabeth, Mar
tina Jane and John Samuel Clark and David KY
ger are Defendants, ! shall, on the premises,
On the 18th day of August, 1853,
proceed to sell at public auction, the TRACT
OF LAND, of which Samuel Clark died, seized
and possessed, lying and being in the said county
of Augusta, on the Fast side of South River, ad-
joining the lands of Rev. Samuel Kennerly and
others and containing by estimation about
l36 Acres,
be the same more or less. About go Acres of this
tract are cleared and under fence ready for farm
ing purposes. There are IN the land 2 -,
comfortable Dwelling laOuses,with SssssXM
other buildings and sufficiency of good ..s.A
water. a young orchard, &c. lAs
TERMS OF SALE-So much money IS will be
sufficient TO pay the costs of this suit and the ex
penses of sale will be required from the purchaser
on the day of Sale--and as to the rasdue, a cred
it of 6, IL, l9 and "a months will be given, ia
king from the purchaser bonds with sufficient per-
sonal security and retaining the legal title as Ill
timate security until the whole of the purchase
money is paid. JOHN r. SYRCLE, Com.
June 90, lS53-tds.
E1- Lexington Gazette requested to copy ids.
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COAL LANDS FOR SALE.

4 S the agents for Joseph Pryors heirs, we Of
N fer for sale TRACT OF LAND, lying
on the head waters of North River, few miles
from Mt. Scion. in Augusta county, containing by
recent survey, 1864 Acres. A small quantity
of the land is cleared, and there is small tene
ment or two upon it. 1t is upon this land that
anthracite Coal of superior quality has been dis
covered, and considerable quantity mined with
in the last two years. The owners being resi-
dents of another State and therefore unable to give
it their personal attention, have determined to sell
out. The terms will be very accommodating.
The mineral wealth of this land makes it emil
nently worthy of the attention Of capitalists and
men of enterprise. For farther particulars apply
to FRAZIER g. IMBODEN.
April 6, lS53.-tf Agents. Stanton, Va.
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GRAND ATTRACTION IN THE
Furniture Trade.

DEING about 10 make some changes in my
I'D FURNITURE ROOMS, and wanting the
use of my present room for that purpose will for the
next sixty days sell my present stock of FURNI-
TURE much below the usual prices. The stock
of Furniture consists in part, say 80 Bureaus, from
" to $50; s Sideboards. Salaretts, 10 Sofas, a.
n bout Is dozen Chairs, variety of Rocking
VI Chairs, IA parlor Tables, 90 Bedsteads and a
tlvariety of other Furniture will sell atamost
anv price Call on A. ID. CHANDLER,
Staunton, March 90, 1853. for shor! time
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I AM authorized to sell priraIel, TRACT
1 OF LAND, lying in the county Of Nelson,
containing
24O4 Acres,
adjoining the lands of Mr.. J. w. Dickinson.
Capt n. l.. Martin, Col. S. Nj. Page and others,
living 90 miles from Howardsville, ION the james
River Canal y and Immediately on the Towards
vile and Rockfish Turnpike. and within miles
of the Central Rail Road. Its facilities of access
to market are therefore seldom surpassed. Nearly
the whole of this land is arabic, about 100 Acres
of which are cleared, 40 of which are BRANCH
BOTTOM. The remaining portion of the land is
gently ndulatlng. well watered and abundantly
supplied with TIMBER, and in healthy and in
teligent neighborhood.
The improvements consist of a comfortable
DWELLING and several necessary out Houses,
ALSO. good APPLE ORCHARD.
Wishing to dispose of the above Farm at an
early day, invite persons wishing to purchase, to
call and examine the premises for themselves, as
suring them at the same time, that they will find
terms accommodating.
Persons disposed TO make proposals or enquiry
by letter, can address me Greenfield, Nelson CO.,
". ID. A. WITT.
February l6, 1s53.-tf.
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rArE,s AMERICAN FORM BOOK,

NEW edition, now ready. The new edition of
~ Tate's American Form Book. containing le-
gally approved precedens for agreements, arbitra-
lions, assignments, bonds, deeds, wills. &c, to
which is added Supplement. containing Forms
of deeds of bargain and sale, lease, trust and re-.
lease, under the code Of Virginia; also forms Of
attachment under same, mode of holding to bail
under acts of 1851 and 1852, and other forms val
liable to clerks, attorneys, noaries, sherlfls and
coroners, with an Index by A. H. Sands, Coun-
sellor at Law; vol. limo. Law sheep, price
81 so.
The Richmond Dispatch says of this work.
'.IVe do not know that publication OF more val
lie in the practical affairs of life has been made
within number of years. Every man who owns
property or expects to acquire it, ought 10 buy the
book" For sale by
S. H. COLEMAN.
Stounton. July G. 1853.
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vVHE undersigned beg leave to say to their nu-
Il merous customers that they are now IN receipt
of very large and fine assortment OF Groceries,
which were bought low. and will be disposed OF
at currespondingIy low prices
Their stock of Contectionares is complete
1t comprises all imaginary sorts of Candies and lit.
lie notions of which full supply is on hand, well
suited especially for Christmas Gifts.
We respectfully ask call from our friends and
customers.
We keep constantly on hand supply of fresh
Oysters, which will be sold by the can, half can,
or served up by the plate, as may be desired.
Our Baking Establishment, is in full operation
aud will turn out enough bread to satisfy the de-
mands of the public. ,,
Staunton, Dec. 1852.
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REILEvUE FEMALE SCHOOL.

TIME next session will commence the LIST Of
IL September and close the 18th of June. The
course of instruction in the various branches of
English is full and thorough. Those who wish
can receive instruction in the Latin. Greek and
French Languages, in Music on the Forte Piano
and Guitar. and also in Needlework and Drawing.
The Rev j. B. Ramsey will continue his able and
faithful services as one of the teachers. My Post
Office is Brownsburg, Va.
JAMES MORRISON.
JULY 90, IS53.-6t.
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CABINET MAKING.

TNHE subscriber intends applying himself close
Il ly to the business of CABINET .M.4KLNG,
and solicits share of public patronage. He will
furnish all articles in his line with prompness and
on reasonable terms. Undertaking also attended
to. His shop, for the present, is at his residence
few doors above the Eagle Hotel.
o. A supply of Poplar, White Pine, Walnut
and Cherry timber wanted.
r@- A HEy4RSE has been provided, and all
calls 10 that line will be promptly attended 10.
ROBERT JOHNSON.
St,pntop Julv 1S 1S53-tf
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DISSOLUTION.

TI,EIE partnership heretofore existing between
Il the undersigned in the practice of Law, was
dissolved by mutual consent on the lst Instant
Those indebted to the firm by bond or otherwise
are requested to make speedy settlement OF their
dues, as it is desirable to wind up the business of
the concern without delay. Mr.. lmboden has
charge Of the books, bonds, &c., and is fully au-
thorzed to settle with our Giants.
FRAZIER s. IMBODEN.
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Insurance Company
OF THE
VALLEY OF VIRGINIA,
CHARTERED MARCH II, 1852.
Capital $4,000, with po,cer 10 increase The
same TO 100000.

'INHIS Company, having been duly organized,
is now ready to receive Applications and is
sue Policies, and offers to the citizens of Virginia
the inducements of a home Company for the safe
Insurance of all kinds of Property, Merchandise,
&c.. at fair and equitable rates. The directors as
sure the public that this Company will be con-
Quoted with a view to permanency, and on the
strcest principles of equity. justice. and close
regard to economy and the safety of the Insured.
JOS. 5. CARSON, President,
G.. S. FUNK. Secretary,
0. +. BREESE, .4ciuary.
Directors.-Joseph S. Carson. James P. Rieley.
Lloyd Logan, VIM. l.. Clark, James Ii. Burgess,
n. w. Richardson, John Kerr.
0c$- Office on Piccadilla Street, near the Valley
Bank, Winchester.
The attention of Farmers and persons owning
country property, is particularly called to this OPP
portunity OF securing themselves from loss by fire,
at very small cost.
0e- Agent for Staunton and Augusta County
and vicinity, GEO. E. PRICE.
Staunton, Aug. II, ls52.-ly.
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Lamps, Candelabras, Gas Burners.

TINE subscriber has just received from the world
Il renowned mandatory of Cornelius &Co..
large assortment of LAMPS AND GIRANpoLEs,
which he offers at reduced prices.
Also, supply ofthose Improved Solar Lamps.
for which he is the sole Agent, acknowledged by
all who have used them to be the best Lamp made.
He offers them under guarantee.
He is still the sole Agent for the Patent Reflect
ing Gas Burner, which stands unrivaled The
certificate of the Gas Factors in New York, and
of the Superintendent of our City Gas Works, tes-
tfy as to It's superiority. Also, Passage Lamps,
Lanterns, Fluid and Oil Lamps. Callat No. III
West Main Street. JAS. d. B. EVANS.
Richmond, Feb. 9, 1853.