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The Tale Bearers Confession,
HY A MINISTER.

remember in a congregation where
| once labored, one of my hearers told
me story of another, but begged /
would say nothing about it. This, by
the way, was wrong. gave full credit
to the report, and felt very much hurt
and expressed myself with some degree
Of asperay. This was soon carried to
the offender, and lost nothing of the
nspcrity in it's passage. Reports which
tend to mischief are like snowballs, the
further they roll the more they gather.
The offender was in his turn offended
he spake also with asperity; said " he
would not be so treated, he would be no
mans slave, he was not accountable to
any one, he would go no more to the
meeting" &c. &c. Soon, very soon,
all he said was communicated to me. l
was assuredly right, and would let him
s that would not be his slave nay,
I would not be his servant | would call
no man master on earth 4; l had but one
Master. This gentleman was one of the
first characters in meeting; he was not
at meeting the next Sunday I was not
sorry; 1 secretly hoped he never would
be there again.
The storm began to thicken the par
ties began to form some affirmed that
he was very censurablc, others thought
I was as much so; 1 should have gone
to him in the first instance, and talked
to him, not of him. | soon found l was
wrong, but the difficulty was row to get
right. Observe, not to know what was
right, but to bring myself to do what was.
You must know, when l first set out in
NV prcsent mode of life, my gracious
Maker provided me with tutor who
was to accompany me as mentor.
could not see him, but l could very sen.
sibly feel his reproofs and understand
his admouitions. He advised me TO re-
tire with him awhile. felt my face
glow at the motion / knew what it was
for I dreaded the account, Was going
TO be brought to; but therc was mol
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in faith and love, and if health was given
us we might yet be happy. To me the
past had brought a useful lesson. At
this time my parents exercised kind
ness towards ms that called forth our
heartfelt gratitude. Joseph remained
feeble a long time, and mother, to whom
| had told all, took him to their pleasant
home in the country, and nursed him
carefully and tenderly, while I remained
behind, sold off our things, and with the
assistenco Of my kind father every debt
to the last farthiug was paid. AS Jo-
seph was still unable to labor, my father
proposed that we should remain at home,
my husband keeping accounts and as
sisting in such light matters as he could
do, while assisted my mother. He
said he had enough for US all o how
thankful l was, and how hard I tried to
be good and kind to all.
About year from this time, our lit
tie child was born, but my cup of JOY at
this event was doomed to be mingled
with sorrow. Joseph began rapidly to
decline--neither love nor care could
save him, and they laid him in shady
nook beneath the great willow in cor
ner of the farm, and the little brook
that babbles by murmurs bis requiem
to this day. Just as his eyes were clos
ing forever on this world, l knelt beside
him with our boy in my arms; my has
band placed one wasted hand on the
head of the child and the other on mine,
and said, "Clara, inasmuch as you love
me, guard we'll the footsteps of this lit
tie one; | entrust his happiness to your
keeping, believing our Heavenly Father
will bless your endeavors. Farewell
the God of love bless aud keep you, my
wife and child" / have considered
this bis dying trust sacred one, and
have endeavored to execute it, with what
success the we'll ordered life of my son
will attest. I remained at home until
my son married: since then I have
lived in the family My mother ,lsas
passed away, and there arc now two
graves beneath the willow. My father
is an aged man, and resides with my
oldest sister on the old homestead.
l am now an old woman, full of years
and experience, but I trust that each
successive year since l returned to my
fathers house has found me wiser and
better and if the knowledge of my Bit
ter experience shall prevent your taking
a single false step which will surely be
followed by its appropriate punishment,
the end IN writing this confession will
have been accomplished.
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Time and Life.
by c. ID. STUART.

There is dark and mighty sea
Which restless rolls its tide,
And countless rivers silently
Into its bosom glide;
That sea is time upon its shore,
All gloomy with the past, o.
What wrecks of ages evermorc,
Life's river streams shall cast.
There, shivered in the sand, are strown
The proudest works of Art;
There pyramid and sphynx o'erthrown,
OF dust and mould are part;
There beggars sleep embraced by kings,
And there, oil silently,
Beneath oblivion's awful wings
Nations and races lie.
o, dark and mighty is that sea
The restless sea Of time
Its waves unto Life's river streams
with solemn music chime;
And phsntem men and nations tread
Its grim and gloomy shore,
The living to the land Of death
To welcome evcrmore!
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Gelffte0.
THE UNYIELDING WIFE;
Or, THE EFFECTS OF ILLTEMPER
BY A FARMERS WIFE.

Years ago, in the freshness and buoy
ancy of girlhood, was about to become
the bride of him who has ever striven
to make me happy, l received a letter
from my mothers eldest sister, earnestly
urging me to spend a few days with her,
as she wished particularly to see me.
Accordingly went, and was cordially
received by Aunt Clara and the family
Of her son, with whom she resided. One
day during my visit, Aunt Clara told me
she had heard of my intended marriage,
and feeling deep interest in my well
fare, she had determined to give me a
history of her own married life, believ-
ing it might convey a useful lesson.
Whether she thought she discovered the
same traits in my character that caused
the shipwreck of her happiness, / cannot
say, but let that pass. She said on ac-
count of the sad memories and unhappy
feelings it would necessarily awaken, she
had reduced the narrative to writing,
which | might petuse at leisure.
AT an early day I availed myself of
her kindness-her manuscript is here
copied
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IFrom the clesvcland Plsindcalsr.
WOmnn's Charms.
NY J. c. MILLER.

The angel smile an woman's cheek,
The iove-iight in her eye
We blush to think that Woman's charms
Should ever wake sigh.
As April clouds, when swiftly borne
Before the driving blast,
A beauty marring shadow DER
The smiling landscape cast.
SO Anger, womsn's loveliness
With frowns, can sadly mar,
And squench eternally the hight
OF Loves sweet morning star.
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lDoetrp.
The Dim old Woods.

The dim old woods, in the wintry time
How solemn and sad their tone,
When the winds sweep through, with moan
;sg chime,
The ai.les Of the forest lone!
When the root its wonted thirst hath lost.
For the flow of the hidden rill,
And the fragile shoot is stiff with frost,
And the cap in its cell lie still
When each gay leaf, that threw so soft
Its shadows DER summers brow,
Hath flown from its wavy sphere aloft,
To rest near the starry snow
When each sweet flower, with scented cup,
Frail withering where it grew,
Hath closed its faded petals up,
No more to drink the dew
And when each trembling note that gushed
In soft and silvery song,
And the insect hum, are sileut. hushcd,
The leaAess boughs among
All sorrowing seem these woods so dim,
As they lift their branches bare
The shiveriug twig and the rigid limb,
To the clasp of the frosty air;
Aud they seem to mourn, mid the wintry
storm.
For the flush Of the greenwood bough.
Aud sigh for the sere and ruined bloom
That sleeps on the earth below,
Ana yet, those dark, SAD solituues!
love their music we'll
When whispering echo fills the woods
With tones Of her murmuring shell;
For though the wini no voice doth own,
As it sleeps IN the silent tree.
t.. .nc forest breathes with hollow poani
Like the sound Of the ceaseless sea
As the spirit forms Of leaves and flowers,
That grace warm summers smile,
Were rustling still among the bowers
Where erst they shone, the while
And the spangled frost work, cold and bright
That CLEANS on twig and stem,
Seems a throne for each of frozen hight,
With diamond diadem!
Oh! I love those gems by the sunbeam kissed,
As they swing in the sparkling air.
And love in the dim old woods to list
To the voices stirring there
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Boz A punister says -" My namo
is Somerset. lam miserable bachelor.
cannot marry; for how could l hope
to prevail On any young lady possessed
Of the, slightest notion OF ldeslcacy,'so
turn Somerset"
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ny Among the prominent benevolent
o jects Of the day, for the relief OF the
down trodden female race, we perceive
a call in the New York papers for the
formation of a society for the ameliora-
ton of the condition Of women With
snoring husbands.
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"a There are some who write, TAX
and think so much abost vice and virtues
that they have no time to prsetics. sither
the one or the other
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Being the eldest of six children, m,
parents had always been accustomed t.
rely on me for much assistance, which
had been the only child, they woulc
scarcely have considered me able tc
render. My mothers time was almos
wholly occupied with household affairs
so that at sixteen years of age the care
of two little sisters and three brothers
devolved almost entirely on me. Nature
had endowed me with an indomitablt
will, and passionate love of power
which required a stronger curb than
the occasional reproofs which my ebuli-
iions of temper called forth. Among
my brothers ard sisters, my wo-d was
law, and when / issued a command, (and
that was the form in which my wishes
we're expressed,) exacted tn, strictest
obedience, do not think the children
could have loved me very much, for my
passionate inflictions must have engen-
dered that fear which casteth out love.
At length a change came over me; a
psSs:ccn ;s:cn took possession of my heart,
which for a time overpowercI all baser
passions-nced / say that passion wi;c.ss
love My whole heart was devoted to
an object worthy of a better disciplined
one than l could bring him. AS if to
prove the assertion true, that every per-
son loves his opposite, the object of my
attachment was mild, with disposition
full of kindness and charity, always
choosing to suffar wrong, rather than
contend with an antagonist.
Intending to relieve my parents from
providing some of the necessary articles
for house keeping, l engaged to take
the charge Of district-school, which
was managed by a board of trustees
who were authorized to employ and pay
a teacher, the teacher being more OF
less controlled by them their occasional
interference was, to temperament like
mine, exceedingly irritating.
One day 1 returned from school in ;
very angry mood, asserting that woulc
neither submit to the dictates of tn,
trustees or any one else, when my eldes
sister said, with an arch smile, 4" Wha
will you do when you are married. Yo,
will have to 'love honor, and obey
NY temper was not in the least softenet
| by the question, and replied very EN-
phatically, that when l married, it woul,
be my husbands business to make M
happy, and if he did not conform to m,
wishes, 1 should eudeavor to make him
Foolish, wayward girl that l was, to re
solve in my own mind that l woul
abide by SO absurd a determination
how little did l reflect how much in
lfuencc pride and obstinacy would exer
in causing me to adhere to this expires
sion of perverted will.
Joseph and were at length married
It seemed to me l had never been s
happy before; weeks passed as day.
surrounded by an atmosphere of lov
and kindness, my faults were not calle
leut, and Joseph in his mistaken fond
ness, thought me all that his warm hear
and noble nature could desire.
Soon after marriage, we commence
housekeeping in a neat pretty house
lust suited to our wants l was enable
nearly 10 furnish il with the avails Of m
Years teaching, and The hind assistsnc
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-12-14
FALL AND WINTER CLOTHING.


,yNHE undersigned has just returned from the
II Northern Cities, where he has laid In large
and splendid Stock Of Clothing and begs leave 10
call the attention of the public to the same.
For many years now resident OF this town'the
undersigned has had ample opportunity to know,
that none but good, fashionable and well made ar
ticles of Clothing will answer this community and
county, and such stock selected by himself, lie
now offers for sale at his establishment. j..
The heavy stock of Clothing, the variety Oh
STYLES and quality of Goods of which they are
made cannot be surpassed, and it is well known
that for cheapness in prices he has never been
ontdone. and never will allow himself to be So
To enumerate all the articles of Clothing, would
be an endless trouble in my store may be found
full assortment of Dress and Business Goats MADE
of all the various materials; Over Goats, OF Cloth
and Whitney; new style and article OF Panta
looms and Vests, and the largest stock and for va
riety of STYLES unsurpassed. Hats, Caps OF Cloth
and Silk Plush, Gentlemen's Furnishing Articles
as well as Wooden and Cotton Under Shirts,
Drawers. Shirts, Cravats, Handkerchief, Com
forts. Gloves and many other articles.
A large quantity of Negro Clothing to be sold
low to which the attention ofFarmers is especially
called
A call for examination OF Goods and prices is
rssnsctfuly solicited before purchasing elsewhere
JACOB POLLrTZ,
At the Clothing Ware Room, corner OF virginia
Hotel.
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NEW AND CHEAP
CLOTHING EMPORIUM.
go the Conquerlng Hero comes

Money Saved is Money Earned.
gg,HE undersigned would respectfully inform the
Z citizens of Augusta county, that they have
onened an extensive CLOTHING ESIAb-
IJSVNIENT in Stanton. on Main Street, one
door East Oft. G. Burwell's Store, in the room
occupied for several years by DR.. Z. Berkeley as
a Drug Store, where they will keep constantly on
hand one of the largest assortments OF GE.' ~
MEN AND BOYS CLOTHING to be
found in the place. From their past experience
having been engaged in the Clothing Business IN
Baltimore for the last twelve years, and where
thew have now in that city and the surrounding
country six of the largest establishments, employ
inc over 800 hands. Their stock has been man
uf3ctured in the most fashionable style and sub
stantial manner, not merely to sell. but to give
purchasers the worth of their money, so that they
NAV be induced TO become permanent customers
The extent of their stock cannot be enumerated,
but to convey some idea we can sell good suit OF
Winter Clothing for ST. Please call and exam
inc before purchasing elsewhere.
TO COUNTRY MERCHANTS. :,
We are prepared for Wholesale, and Will sell
Won Clothing in that way as low as you can pur-
chase it in the North, whereby you can save the
expense of freight, commission, &c, &c: 10
word. decidedly the best place to buy hhADh
MADE CLOTHING is at the Store OF
CHARLES WELLER LEofoLD'
One door East Off. c. Burwell,s Store and
three doors West of the new Post Ofnce.
Staunton, Sept. Ia. 1853.
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Dora Coal and Iron Mining and Man
ufaeturing Company
CAPITAL One Million of Dollars.
~ N%


rEvHIS Company organized in Wall Street n.
Il Y. and composed of gentlemen Of ample cap
ital, intend in the course of few months, opening
one Of the richest mineral regions known in the
limited States. They own about 5000 acres of
land in North River Gap in this augusta coun-
ty. abounding in exhaustess deposits Of Anthra-
cite Coal, and Iron Ore of the best quality. Up
wards of 100000 of the capital stock has been
already subscribed; and the Board of Directors
with view to secure local interest and cO;ope-
ration in the Enterprise, have authorized books to
be opened Virginia for subscriptions doh the a stock Ss
capital proposed to be invested by the company in
Mininu Coal and Manufacturing Iron, and IN the
of railways from their mines to con-
meet with the Manassa at Harrlsonourg' anu the
Central Railroad at Staunton.
Books of subscription are open now at the zen
trail Bank of Virginia, and at the Office OF 'e un-
designed Attorneys for the Company where any
additional information will be furnished on aPPl-
cation. iMboDE1' -
October 10. lS53.-tf.
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JUDSON MCCOY,
COACH MANUEaCTORY

3 Doors above B. Sc j. S. Crawford
NEEps constantly on hand Rock-SHSsE
IN always, Buggics Il Phetons
of his own and Northern Manufacture. Coacn
trimmings Of every variety, Springs and Axles
and every other article usually kept by such Es-
adjustment. en-.
.aLSO-He continues to carry on the Saddle
and Harness Making in all its various branches enc
where may be found Summerset,, Luddles, o :l
tiers and all the various styles of Saddles, Brides
Saddle Bags, Medical Bags, Trunks, sallses,
Carpet Bags, in short, every article mahuiac'ufeu
in the above line. G.,
He further calls the attention of Country Sad-
dlers 70 his stock of Harness Mounting and Sad
ders' Findings. 1t will be to their interest to BUY
of him in place of sending to the North fEr small
bills as he deals largely in that line. All orders
filled with neatness and despatch. or
and opposite A. NJ. Mosby's store.
St.nnton Oct. ~, 1S53.-3m.
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The Hall has not yet been Told.
CLOTHING EMPORIUM.

STEINER s. BROS. have just received from
- the North one of the largest assortments OF
fine and coarse Ready,Made Fall and Winter
Clothing ever brought to this market, and which
they are determined to sell cheaper than the cheap
est. The eollowing are few OF the articles to be
found among their assortment:
COATS.-Black and blue French and En-
Ulish cloth Dress and Frock Goats; black, blue,
brown, green and olive cloth Frock and Sack
Goats; black aud fancy Cashmere coats, well suit
ed for business Goats Gap cloth Sack and over
coats; beautiful article Of fine cloth Cloaks, ban-
kets and field 0ver-coas, double Over-coats,a tlne
article of Laueskll coats.
PAMTS.-Black and Blue cloth and Cassl-
mere Pants fancy Cashmere and Black; blue and
fancy Satinet ditto.
VESTS. and fancy Satin and SILK
Vests plain and fancy Merino; black Cloth ana
Cashmere Vests; Plaid wool, Satinet, &c:
They have also large lot ofHandkerchlets, Neck
Ties, Suspenders, Flannel and Cotton SHIRTS,
Drawers, Socks, Gloves, Collars, Stocks, Umbrel-
las. &c. ,c,
Bors' CLOTHING large stock Of Boys Clo-
thing of every description, quality and color, and
made ND in the most fashionable STYLE
They have purchased with an especial view to
the requirements of this market, large and hrst
rate stock of NEGRO CLOTHING, which they VIII
sell at greatly reduced prices.
They avail themselves of this opportunity to re-
turn their sincere thanks to the public for the very
liberal encouragement extended to them since their
first arrival in this place and they desire 10 at
test their appreciation of this liberal patronage BY
the ceru small advance they will in future ask on
their goods. So persons in search of the cheapest
and best clothing should give US call.
Nor1cE TO Country MERoHANTs.-Ih un-
designed offer acknowledgements to Country Mer
chants. DESTROYS of purchasing bill OF Clothing.
Their connection with some Of the largest Nor
thern establishments, will enable them to sell to
treat advantage to the purchaser. Call and see
for yourselves, however.
STEINER s. BROS.
Stone House Corner, End door above Bare 4
Stnrreit and Corner opposite Court. house Alley.
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GEORGE B. WRIGHT,

INVITES the attention of the public to his large
4 Stock of London and Geneva watch isM
es. of Dixon, Cooper and all other approved eAs,2A
Makers, Fine Gold, Guard, Vest, and Fob Chains;
Fine Breast-pins, Ear Drops, Finger Rings, and
Bracelets of the richest and most fashionable Styles
Gold Lockets, and Medalllons. Gold 4 fens anu
Pencils Tbimbles, Gold, Silver and Steel Spec
tacles. Silver Cups, Card Case and Baskets
A General assortment of Silver Ware Fine AL
bata Ware; an Article coming in general use
Fine FT Pen Knives; variety Of CLOCKS, and
every other article found in Fine Jewel!y Store Store,
Tbe above goods have been selected with great
care. in New York and Philadel phia. and embrace
some of the Finest JE w 3 l. Il ever open
ed in this place. He would particularly inSr.e
his friends to CALL and examine his assortment
as he feels satisfied he can givesatisaction to ALL.
gnw-Watches and Jewelry repaired and WAR
rodia5 GEO. B WRIGHT.
Staunton, Oct. 5, 1858.