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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
HOUSE AND LOT FOR SALE,

IN pursuance Of an order Of the Circuit Court of
Augusta county entered in the cause of Black
and others against Thompsons heirs and others,
| shall proceed in the town of Stauuton on .Satur
day The 30th day Of July neat, to sell at public
sale, A CERTAIN HOUSE AND LOT in the
said town, fronting on mali, street, and in that part
of the town known as NEwTowN-being the
property wherein Smith Thompson, decd resided
The house is a small brick tenement, and the lot
from its locality and shape is considered valuable
TERMS.-Costs of sale in hand, and the bal
ancein equal payments at 6, IL and lS months,
the purchaser giving bond with good personal Sc
curity, and lien to be retained as ultimate secu-
rity. NICHO. K. TROUT, Com'r.
Staunton, June %, l853.-tds.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
CABTNET-MAKING.

IJAVING taken the Shop, opposite the Mes
III senger Office, between the Creek and WIN.
Kinney's residence, and recently occupied by
Geo. ID. Lancaster, decd, | am now prepared to
do CABINET-MAKING, in all its branches in
a manner not to be surpassed in this place. i1av-
ing been engaged as principal workman with my
deceased brother-in-law, Mr.. Lancaster am con-
WINGED that satisfaction will be given to all who
may call on me for work.
My Hearse has been entirely reftted, and am
prepared to attend to UNDERrAKING, 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, 1S53.-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
ALBEMARLE LAND FOR SALE.

'INHE subscriber intending to remove South, Of
L fers at public auction, on Tuesday the End
dag Of August neat, his FARM on which he now
resides, situated near Brownsville, between the
Turnpike and Railroad, in sight of both, contain
ing 1927 ACRES, some 40 or so in timber.
The land lies unusually well for cultivation and
is now in thrifty condition, adjoining the lands Of
John Dettor, Bland Rca, and Parish s. Mosley's
Grist and Saw Mills. Theneighborhood is good,
there being seven churches of different denomina-
tons within six miles. The Buildings are COM
Portable for small family, with an excellent new
Barn. There is asuficiency offruit, such as APP
pies, Peaches and Cherries, with young Or
chard of 40 or so trees which will bear in short
time Plenty of the best water. There can be
made as much Meadow as man would want, and
in The hands of an industrious and managing per-
son this farm could be made equal to any in the
county. For particulars, address the subscriber
at Yancey's Mills, Albemarle county.
WIN. w. WAYLAND.
Jrlv 00 1884
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
TO the School Commissioners Of
AEGVSVA.

r WAS informed by the End Auditor on the 9Th
inst, that this county is entitled to the sum of
sS49 95 out of the captaton tax of last year, ap-
plicable to the education of poor children during
the year ending the SOth of Sept. next. there
fore authorize you to expend for tuition, in addi-
ton to your respective quotas, fifty per cent, on
the quota assigned to each of you in January last,
and draw on me for such additional expenditure
in the same manner that the regular quota Is
drawn for. ). ID. lMboDEN,
July 10, 1855. Sup't. Schools.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
VALUABLE LAND FOR SALE,
IN THE COUNTY OF HIGHLAND.

T WILL sell on Thursday, the 18Th day Of .4,s
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 Stanton and Parkersburg Turnpike,
and containing about
$50 ACRES,
$50 of which are River Bottom, not surpassed in
quality by any Land in the county. The Dwell
ling House is comfortable weatherboarded log
house, within 100 yards of 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 .NEGR OES,
different sexes.
TERMS OF SALE.-One-thrd of the purchase
money in 10 days, the balance in 6, IL and 10
months-possession given LIST Sept.
The Negroes will be sold for cash.
SAMUEL McDANNALD, Ex'or
Of Miranda Stuart, decd.
Mcdowell. June 90, lS53-tds.
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CABINET MAKING.

vYSHE subscriber intends applying himself close
Il ly TO the business of Cabinet .n.4KLNG,
and solicits a share of public patronage. He will
furnish all articles in his line with promptness 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.
Ew- A HEARSE has been provided, and all
calls in that line will be promptly attended TO-
ROBERT JOHNSON.
Stannton July L. lS53.=tf
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Comm,lnissioner,s Notice.

ALL persons asserting liens upon or title 10 any
n of the following shares of the Tract of Land
devised by the last will and testament of John
Mcclure, decd, viz Andrew S. McClures,
James McClures, Mary Jane McClure's, or the
widow Jane McClure's share thereof; are hereby
required to appear before me at my office in Staun-
ton, on or before Thursday the 4th day of August
next and there to make distinctly known the liens,
membranes. or titles absolute, as the case may
be, so claimed.
]. n. HENDREN, Comm.
Staunton, July Is, 1855.
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DgssOEUTEON.

'Y,HE partnership heretofore existing between
the undersigned in the practice of Law, was
dissolved by mutual consent on the st 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. MIR. lmboden has
charge of the books, bonus, &c., and is fully au-
thorized to settle with our Giants.
FRAZIER & IMBODEN.
Ju1v 13 IS52-tf.
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PUBLIC SALE.

+ WILL offer for sale, to the highest bidder, OH
Il Friday, the 5th day of august neal, the Planta-
ton on which | now reside, lying in Augusta CO.,
near Christians Creek, adjoining, the lands of
Colonel A. Robertson. Martin CARRIER, and 9TH
ers, containing II ACRES.
ALso-At the same time and pace,all my Per-
sonal Property, consisting of Horses, Cattle and
Hogs, quantity of Wheat, Rye and Corn, to-
gether with all my Farming Utensils, Household
and Kitchen Furniture, any many other articles
ton tedious to mention.
Terms made known on day of sale.
JOSEPH THOMAS.
IuIv 12 1874 st
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Commissioners Notice.

DERSONS interested in the foregoing decree,
4 are hereby notified that shall proceed on
Monday the 29th day of August next,as my office
at the Warm Springs, to carry into execution said
decree, at which time and place they are required
to attend with all the necessary data for SO doing
JAS. COCHRAN, Comm'r.
Julv 81 1879 -1w
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
TO CONTRACTORS.

SEALED Proposals will be received by the
~ Howardsvile and Rockfsh Turnpike Com
pany at their office at Strickler's Springs, Rock
bridge county, Va, until the Alb day Of august
aert tor the construction of the 4h, 9th, 9th, 9TH,
9Th, 9th, 10th and | lth sections of the Road be-
tween Rockford Bridge, on North River, and its
intersection with the Jordans Furnace and Rock
bridge Turnpike.
Specifications, map, and profile of the work
can be seen on application at the Office at StrIck-
ler's Springs, on and after the lst August
S. f. CHRISTIAN, Sup. Eng.
.Julv 20. lS53.-tdl.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
POINTS & GROVE.
One Door above Union Hall,

YNoJLD most respectfully inform their friends
w and the public, that they have IN Store the
largest and most complete stock OF
Yin, Copper, Brass Ware and Cooking Stoves
also Japanned and Painted Ware, ever offered in
this market.
House Covering with Tin, Copper or link and
house spouting done as low as it can be done IN
this part of the country. We will any reason
able distance to do work.
Repairing Of all kinds in Copper or Tin done at
low charges. All kinds Of country produce taken
in exchange for work.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
House and Lot for Sale.

T WILL sell privately Lot lying on the Lex
Il ington road within three quarters of mile Of
Staunton, containing about 2 ACRES, and has
on it a comfortable new FRAME BUILDING,
two stories high, fine stable and other suitable
out buildings.
Messrs imboden & McCue are authorized to
sell the said property and will show it to any one
who may desire to see it.
THOMAS w. McCUE.
Jr,y 1c 1879 If
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
Lexington LAW school.

VNFIE fifth session of my LAW SCHOOL will
Il commence on Monday the 24th day of Octo-
Der next and terminate on the third Saturday Of
March, 1854. Gentlemen desiring detailed in
formation as to the text books. plan of instruction,
&c., adopted in my School will be promptly fur
nished with printed circular letter on appica-
tien to me at this place.
JOHN w. BROCKENBROUGH.
Lexington, Va, July Is, lS53.-6t.
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Clothing mt Reduced Prices.

WILL be sold. the remaining Stock of S UNI
w .MER CLOTHING, which comprises
still good assortment, and to which we would
call the attention of all in want of Clothing.
Those indebted to me will bear in mind that
their bills are made out to July LIST, and settle
ment is respectfully requested. r,
Staunton July 27 1858
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MORRIS & GOOde,

DETURN their thanks to their friends and
As customers for the liberal patronage they have
received. They keep constantly on hand, gen
eral assortment of GOODS, Staple and Fancy,
GROCERIES and LIQUORS of good quality,
and will sell on as good terms as any other estab-
lishment in the place. Fair prices allowed for
country produce at all times.
Staunton. July 27. lS53.-2m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27

rJyHE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
l. To The SheriF9f augustG County. Greeting;
Whereas an action of Debt has been depending in
our County Court Of August, between d. NJ. alas
David Nj. Huffman (who sues TO secure L. w. &
G.. Hopkins) Plaintiff, aud Henry Stofer Defend
ant, and before judgment was given or verdict rem
dered therein, the said Henry Stoier died. and
the Plaintiff has applied for 3 scire tacias against
LytteIton Waddell, late Sheriff of the county OF
Augusta. who as such Sheriff is Administrator OF
the said Henry Stoier, dec'd Therefore we com
mand you that you make known to the said Lyt-
telton Waddell, Administrator as aforesaid, that
he be before the Justices of cur said Court at the
Courthouse, on the first day our next Quarter
ly Session to shew cause ii any he can why the
said action should not be proceeded in to final
judgement, aud have then there this writ. wit
ness, JEFFERSON KINNEY. Clerk Of our said Court
at the Courthouse, this 10Th day of July, 1858,
and in the 18th year of the Commonwealth.
JEFFERSON KINNEY.
Staunton, July 20, 1858.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
Law Notice.

sI,HE undersigned has removed to the office ad-
i accent to that of Messrs Hartman g. Bell
and opposite to the Central Bank. he Will Prae-
,ice in the various Courts in Augusta, Rockingham
and Highland, and in the Court I'5 OF Appeals;
Staunton, July 6, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
Commissioners Notice.

THE creditors of Smith Thompson, decd, are
hereby required to produce their claims to-
gether with the proofs thereof, before me at my
Office in Staunton, on or before Thursday the 4th
day of August next.
J. n. HENDREN, Comm.
July 90, 1885,.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
RELLEVUE 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 % IS52-6t
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Notice.

OUR accounts to the LIST of July are all made
~ out-we would respectfully request our
friends to settle the same.
GOODMAN s. co.
n. B.-Our stock of clothing is yet large and
will be sold at reduced prices Call and see US.
Stanton, July q, 1858.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1853-07-27
School Wanted.

A YOUNG MAN-Presbyteriau Clergyman
IN Graduate of College aud Theological Semi
nary at Princeton, New Jersey, has had some ex-
perience in teaching, wishes to take charge of a
High School or Female Seminary. Address,
osipaid. (giring full particulars as to school and
localiiy) DIDAsKALos, Thornton's Ferry, Hills
borough county. New Hampshire.
July 20, lS53.-3t*
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HOUSE AND LOT FOR SALE.

TN pursuance ofthe will of Jno. Grove, decd and
l. also of an order of the Circuit Court of Angus
ia County entered in the cause of David Groves
adm'or VS. Jno. Grove Ex'or and others, shall
proceed in the town of Staunton, on Saturday, the
30th day Of July next, to sell at public sale, a
certain House and lot in the said town (the part
called Newtown.) tits known as John Groves
''shop lot" The lot fronts on two cross streets
and will make two good building lots.
TERMS.-The money to be paid in three in
stalments at 6, IL s. l8 months, secured by bond
with good personal security, and lien to be re-
tanned as ultimate security.
NICHO. k. TROUT, Executor
of Jpo. Grove, decd.
June %. lS52.-tds.
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100 Acres,
LARGE DWELLING HOUSE,

negro houses, very large barn and stables and all
other necessary out-nouses, pump and stone DAT
nv in the ward. besides Spring house at linking
Sprinq. orchard and garden, must recommend IL
TO land buyers, or those in want OF snug private
residence in the country. Ii 1t is too large mere
are neighbors willing TO buy portions oi II all d
round.
The Terms of sale of Land, in order to comply
with the decree, of the Court, will be, $4,000 in
haud. $1,000 in 6, Sl000in l2,$l000in Ia months,
with bond and personal security, and the title re-
tanned till the last payment. The other or last
payment Will be liberal.
At the same time we will offer
IL Young and Valuable Slaves
of both sexes, among which are, first rate Cooks,
washers and ironers, and farm hands-these ne
proes are all between the ages of 8 and 80 years.
Terms fer them-Cash-or q short credit on
good negotiable paper, on consulting the under
signed on day of sale.
Also. Horses and Mares, all good work animals,
some 10 or Is head OF Cattle, among which are
five very fine aud large Mich Cows, all these cat
tie are of improved English Stock, and will re-
commend themselves on sight.
All the Farming Utensils, including Two Wag-
gons. large Family Carriage-a thorough repair
ed THRESHLN'G .U.4CHLNE-CLOPE
BOX and SCREEN in good order, and horse
power for horses can be attached to either thrash
Box or Clover Box. A Wheat Fan, Ploughs,
HarrOws, sc. sc.
HOUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN FURNl-
TURE, Stoves, WARDROBE, CHAIRS, and IA
BLEs, .uakogaRy and Walnut. SC. Sc.
Terms of sale of Stock. Farming Utensils,
Household and Kitchen Furniture-Sums Of $40
and under Cash, over that amount % months cred
i) bond and security, with interest from date OF
sale.
The sale will take place on the premises, on
Fridau. August Doth, 1858, at | | O'Clock aud con
tinue from day to day till all is sold.
II. Fl. KINNEY, } only heirs of
r. p. WAYLAND. s Nj. G. Wayland
CO. Wind, Rock. Regis, Lex. Gazette, copy
till day Of sale.
July 81, lS53.-tds.
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SALE OF LAND In NELSON,
AT AUCTION.

Nm obedience to decree of the Circuit Court of
4 Nelson county, pronounced on the 9th day of
May. 1858, in cause therein depending between
William B. Spece, Plaintiff, and Granville Hen
derson and others Defendants, we the undersign-
ed. as Commissioners appointed by said decree,
will, on Friday, the End dag Of September neat,
proceed to sell at auction, ON the premises, the
r, a NJ D therein mentioned, consisting of .
TRACT Of about
1873 Acres,
"a considerable portion of which is cleared, and in
order for farming,) and lies in said county, near
Greenfield. Also one other tract of about Us
Acres in woods, lying near the one first mention
ed. and well timbered. rs
The terms of said sale will be.a credit of 6, IL
and Is months, (eath payment to be ono-;hrd of
the purchase money! to secure which, the pur-
chaser will be required to execute his bond with
approved security, and the title Of the land with
held as ultimate security. F
JOHN b. SPIECE, ! Cou,,,,,
E.T, ALBERTsON, 5 00"''A d.
July 81, lS53.-tds.
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Valuable Town Property for Sale.

AS wish to make a change in my business, |
"A offer for sale my BRICK STORE HOUSE
on Beverly Street, now occupied by myself as a
Hat Store. Persons wishing to purchase, would
do well to call soou. as such property may not
DO in market again for many years to come. The
terms will be made accommodating.
WILLIAM RUFF.
Staunton, July 20, 1857
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ROASTING coExEH BY srEAnn.

DOINTS & GROVE have on hand few Of
Il those SUPERIOR COFFEE ROAST
Frs. they preserve the entire strength of the
Coffee, making it at least one-third stronger than
that roasted in the ordinary way. Persons deSi-
rous of making a safe and profitable Investment
will find it to their interest to call without delay
and purchase a ROASTER.
Sianntnn Jnlv q lSJ9-3t.
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HOUSE AND LOT FOR SALE.

SATURDAY, JULY Goth, 1859.
-1ANee
T WILL offer at public auction the HOUSE
l. AND LOT, lately the residence of Simon
P. Miller, decd The House is entirely new, of
Brick and well built, and the Lot large and desi-
rable.
TERMS.-Five years credit,upon giving per-
sonal security and deed of trust and paying the in
terest annually.
At the same time will sell the Household and
Kitchen Furniture, upon six months credit for
sums over $40.
Claims against the estate must be presented be-
fore the day of sale.
JOHN B. BALDWIN,
Executor of Simon P Miller, decd.
July l3, l653.-tds.
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YUST RECEIYED-A supply of llockbrdge
- Alum Water, fresh irum the fountain. for sale
M LAIRD x TRINiDLE.
Staunton, June |, 1858.
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July l3, lS53.-tf.
list RECEIVED,

'ENHE latest style of Jewelry-call and see the
finest assortment OF Bracelets, Lockets, Breast
Pins, Finger-R Rings, and Earnings and other ar
tcles nice for presents. u. 5, BEAR.
Staunton, june %, 1883.
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AUGUSTA FEMALE SEMINARY,

IL " " " ~ L IL l. llLL II L.,
THE next term of this Institution will COM
u mence on the first Wednesday of August and
end the last of May following, with short recess
at Christmas. 1t is of the utmost importance that
pupils commence punctually with the classes. 9TH
erwise there will be deficiencies for which we
cannot be responsible. As an entire re-organiza-
ton of the School will take place. both as regards
the course of study and the discipline, parents and
guardians should examine our Circular before en-
tering young ladies, that there may be no misun-
Outstanding atterward. Circulars will be ready
by the middle Of July.
WIN. B. BROWNE, Principal.
Staunton, July 6, l853-tf.
augusta County Court Clerks Office, To WI:
Estray Horse.
TAKEN up on the 5th day of the present month,
= by Thomas Shumate, on his land in Augusta
county,a HORSE of brown color, hind feet white.
star in his face, threelyears old, (sad horse has
the distemper.) Appraised to $50.
An Extract-Teste,
JEFFERSON KINNEY, Clerk,
Staunton, July Is, 1885.
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DACON-WH[TE s. co. have in store 7 &,
I'D 600 lbs. prime Bacon in lots TO suit purcha
sers.
Staunton, July 20, 1853.
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Wesleyan Female Institute,
sTAUMToN, VA.

July 90, lS53.-tlstS.
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FOR SALE.
THINKING SPRING FARM,
Augusta County.

THE undersigned, only heirs of Mary G Way
- land, decd. offer for sale the above very val
liable, highly improved, and well known Tract
OF Land, lying in Augusta county, near Ink
ling Spring Church. The following we think is a
far description of it, though persons DESTROYS of
purchasing such land are respectfully invited to
call at the residence on the farm, where either of
The undersigned will take pleasure in accommoda-
ting them, and showing the land The title to
the land is unquestionahle; it having been decroed
TO us by the Superior Court Of Augusta county.
The tract contains about
l60 Acres,
to be surveyed to the purchaser. The Central
Railroad from Richmond to the Ohio River, runs
with half mile of the Farm. A Male and re
male School, of high reputation, has been recent
ly established at BaiterbrOok.
Four-fifths of this land is cleared ano unaer hhe
cultivation and newly fenced last TALL the balance
is in good Rail Timber. There are ~ acres OF as
good meadow as is in the State, Goose Run run
ning through it, and plenty of Water IN most OF
the fields This farm is one ofthe most desirable
In Augusta, and such farms are not often IN mar,
ket. From its size, productivenesS, neighOofhood
and conyeniences, having