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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

The SEASON OF l755.-A correspondent Of the
Portland Advertiser furnishes an Interesting ar
tIcle upon the drought. lie says: 1--WE have a.
unused ourselves recently, in looking back TO our
past annals for seasons of deafth, to find paral-
lei for this most unparalleled state of the wealth
er,' and many complaint starts out from the past
years through Parson Smiths invaluable jouftal;
10 encourage US to hope, almost against hope thu!
we shall survive the present drought and again
behold the earth smiling inIfreshness and beauty"
We copy the record Of the year 1854, just one
hundred years ago, from Patson Smiths journal.
1854, July lst. 81 have no grass growing III
my moving ground, and there is no feed on the
Neck the reasons are the open winter, three
weeks early drought and the grasshoppers''
22d ''There is a melancholy drough.."
October Goth. "a great storm; the satth is
filled with water"
Ninety years ago the following record was
made -
l764, ,'duhe 25th.. at is as melancholy dry a
time as ever saw" July 9Th. "As great
drought as in l749." August let. "Dtoueht aw
fully continues" 18th. .'No feed on he Neck
for great while" 10th. The drought increa-
ses" Now for the usual alienation August
18th. "Storm Of ran." 3Ist. Marvellous
growing time, surprising change on the face Of
the earth" Sept. 24th. "The earth has a mos,
beautiful green face: Oct. 9th. The grsss 10
better set than in the Spring"
Fifteen Of the years between 1922 and 1884,
are mentioned on accoun. Of the dr5Ught that pro-
vailed. The writer closes bio ecmmunieatiop
with the following deductions. Ro says
These we'll attested facts prove, lst, that We
live in an exceedingly dry climate; that we ars
continually subject to droughts ID. that the ear.
ly and latter rains seldom fail. Sd, that notwith.
standing these contingencies, the earth yields to
us an abundant supply for our wants and Iuxures;
that we need patient and faithful husbandry, and
perhaps some new and improved modes Of culture
to meet the peculiar condition cfotr atmospheric
influences, and TO coun,eract them and 4tb, and
above all, the folly, the fntility, nay, the wicked
ness of constant murmurings, and compIainings Of
the dealings Of Providence in those particulars
which are the results of our peculiar climate and
to which cur vegetable kingdom is wisely adapted.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

GG- The longer we live in this world Of roses
and thorns, the more we learn to revere those phi
lanthropic aXioms ''Bear aud forbear - ''Live
and let live; )" and to reverence faith whose
Christian founder has made it condition of hav-
ing our trespasses forgiven that we should forgive
the trespasses against us.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

The THREE CLASSES OF MEN.-Thore are
but three classes of men; the rcirograde, the sta
tionary, aud the progressive. Ldpatcr
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

o. The Greenland Democrat says the follow.
ing note, verbatim and lieratim, was sent to the
presiding judge of a court in that county:
to the Honorable cort
Sir you juris canter Gree-lourman.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

o. '"That's what call capital punishment,
as the boy said when his mother shut him up in
the clUset among the preserves"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

o. Battle, murder sudden death. dry weath
er. and tightness in the money market, seem ic
be the ruling features of the day.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
EDWARD DOOLEY,

FASHIONABLE TAYLOR, returns his thanks to his
i friends for the liberal patronage hcretoorc o.
tended to him. and would ask acOntiuuapce OF the "a
same. lie is in receipt Of the Fashions from New w
York monthly, and can assure those who may pa --tH-
tronize him that his work shall be done in the best
ncr and on favorable tcriaS
Stonnton NDv 10 IS53-tr
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

ToucHING GRATIrUDE.-A poor Irish woman
applied few days since for relief to one of our
well-known citizens, Mr.. Longworth, who incom-
pliance with her urgent appeals, finally handed
her a dime. Sinking on her knees, she devotedIy
thanked God, and then turning to MIR. Longworth
she continued, '.and when in another world see
YOU in torment. | will remember your kindness
and give you cup of cold water TO cool your
tongue for this you have done to me-" Mr..
Loagworth felt more obliged for her good inten
,liuns than complimenied by herantcipalons Of his
state Of futurity Cincinnati Columbian.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
STAUNrON SPECTATOR,
.YI.A. & L. wADDELL, Jr.
EROIS.

n.. The "SPECTATOR'' is published once a ,reek,
nj T,co Dollars gear u paid in adogace or I'co Dot
Srs and FTfty Cents if delayed beyond The expiration o.
she usar No subscription iD be discontinued 6It at me
option of he Editors, until dll arrearaSes are pad
lrS- All communications to the Editors 0y ma" must
DC post-paid or they ,oiN not be attended to-
inserted three times for dollar, and ce1tyt nee ceHS
Tor each subsequent continuance LarS1 advertisements
inserted IN Die same proportion
year
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

0o- Il rash and somewhat deluded young mar
has threatened 10 apply the Maine Law to his
sweetheart, she H!oxicates him 50.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
JOHN w. MYERS,

A TTORNEY AT LAW, having settledin MoNTE
n REY, will practise in the Courts OF HIGHLAND,
BATH, PENDLETON AND AUGUSTA. He will
be associated with HUGH w. SHEFFEY, Esq, in the
conduct of in the Quarterly and Circuit Courts OF
Highland and in the management Of business coutdedto
hii in Augusta.
l;,.fg
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

SgNsTBiLTY.-A quality by which its poesesso,
in attempting 10 promote the happiness Of the peo,
pie loses his own.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

MoDEsrY.-A beautiful flower that hsuriskes
only IN secret places.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
WM s II BAYLOR

ATTORNEY AT LAW, Stamton, Va, viii practise
a in oI the Court, holden in Stauntoa, and in the Cir
cult and Quarterly Courts Of the Counties OF Rockbrdge,
AIbe,narle and Rock ngham. Office in the white build
ing, Court house Alley
Stanntnn. NOY. 30. lSj3.--tt
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
ALEX. GARRETT 4 90.
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
EroeeTs and Commission Merchants

No 40 .NpiN 81. RjchmOad TIrgiitjd.
II EEP constantly on hand large and well sclccte d
IN stock of Groceries Prompt attention given to sales
of all kinds of Country Produce, Live Stock, sc.
Nov. n. 1852
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
Acting Under Impulse.

Mr.. Jacob Short, ON his way home from lee
ture, in which he had been much interested, fell
in with well dressed gentleman, who addressed
ia casual inquiry to him. From this inquiry pro-
ceeded an animated Conversations in which Mr..
Short became SO much interested that he parted
with his new acquaintance with regret. A mo-
ment afterwards, being deslrous OF learning the
time, he felt for his watch. 10 his CONSERVATION
he found it was gone. He at once bethought
hmselfofthe common practice OF adroit pick. .pOck-
els to put on the guise of gentlemen in order to
facilitate their operations. VI course his suspicion
instantly rested upon his late acquaintance. Luck
lily, he was in sight. He ran after him with a
hasty step, and succeeded in oyeraking him.
"Surrender that watch" said ne in determined
tone, cor the consequence be upon your own
head" The gentleman, or pick-pocket. turned
pale, and looked for moment as if he were in
clined to resistance, but the resolute tone and
bearing OF Mr.. Short intimidated him, and he
Welded to the requisition. Mr.. Short vert home
congtatulating himself on the courage he had dis
pIsyed. He related the adventure 10 his wife,
who, instead of praising him as he anticipated.
exclaimed, .iWhy Jacob, what have you done (!
Youf own watch is lying on the table where you
left it before going to the lecture. That should
live TO see my dear husband pick-pocket." ia
cob sat down in treridaliOn. Ii was all true. He
had actually committed highway robbery, when,
as he imagined, he was only recovering stolen
property. He slept but little that night. Visions
of handouts and prison bars Goated before his
troubled mind, and he rose from sleepless bed
the next morning to read the following announce
ment in the morning papers:-
"OUrRAGE.-We learn that the Rev. Mr.. o.,
when returning from lecture last evening, wa.
violently assaulted by stranger and threatened
with instant death unless he delivered up his
watch. He was accordingly obliged to do so.-
The person who committed this outrage is repre-
sented as short and stout, with feroclous expires
sion of countenance."
This was not calculated to calm the excited
nerves of Mr. Short He hardly knew how to ex-
tricate himself from his embarrassing position
He at length bethought himself to send his wife
with the watch to the Rev. Mr. c., with plain
statement of the mistake which had occurred, and
with a request that he would cause the matter tc
be dropped Immediately. The negotiation proved
successful, and Mr.. Short was relieved from his
terror. 1t need not be said that Mr. Short has moi
attempted highway robbery since this memorable
occasion, having come to the deliberate conclusion
that the way Of "the transgres.or is hard"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27

Dcakins & Merritt, Harper < Brother, Bumbgardner
& Mcclure, John I.arcw, DR.. John MeChesncy, DIR. w
s. McChcsncy, Augusta; Kinney Bruiley, Highland )
Kent < Garter, Wythc.
Richmond Jan 3d. lS5I.-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
WIN. CHAPMAN.

GRADUATE OF the Baltimore College OF Dental Sur
VI gerry having returned Augusta, resumes the prac-
tsc OF his profession Persons wishing information TO
his qualifications respectfully referred the Faculty
PrSs Office address, Clinc's Mill or Mt. Sidney.
Siarch 5, 1854 - (chd Sep. 27) ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
J. NJ. CONRAD,

General C0nmlSSl0n N6LGHdNIj
Carv Street. End door aLore l3, Richmond, a.,
nOF3S a Commission business exclusively in the sale
IL of Conntry Produce aud purchase ofG0ods to order
He respectfully sccits cousignmcns, and promises ah
the satisfaction which he hope to render by az
gent and faithful attention to such interests a. may DC
eonded to him Liberal adv ances will be made on pro
ducs in hand when desired.
Richmond, Sept. IS, lS53.-ly.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
G. Nj llOCHRAN. JR..

A TTORNEY AT LAW, Staunton Va, viii practise
IL in all the Court, holden in Augusta, and in the SUI
Perior Courts of Rockingham and Highland. Othcc IN
The the CoUr. house, formerly occupied by McSrS
Michic < Robcrt.op
Stanton, Sept 2S 1853
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
DENTISTRY

B. ARTHUR (Graduatc.) has removed to Bank
n, Square opposite the Woodward House, where he
respectfully tenders has professional services ia the pub
lie. Eyery description of BLOCK TEETH and sim
Gle teeth mounted in the bestmanner Particular atten
on paid 10 cleansing aud regulating the teeth ofchden,
childhood being period when dental aid IS OF vast mn
portance. All the various operations oil Dental surgery
performed with strict reference to pernancuey,
Staunton, MAY TO- 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
SAMUEL B. OWINGS,

COMMISSION MERCHANT,
No. as SOUTH STREE 7, Cup stHirs,)
BALTIrN ORE.
1ATILL give his attention 10 the selling and p'Te"as
w inc Produce and Merchandise of every kind.
Rs- Has now for sale and will be constantly supplied
with a lgrse stock of Pure RYE WIiiSkEH, some o.
which is very old and superior
Refer to Hopkins s Hall and e. H. Staber 4 Co.
Baltimore, Nov. = lSJ3-ly.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1854-09-27
~. ~. PENDLEEON,

Commission and Forwarding Mer0hanC!
Corner of Cary and Isth streets,
RICHMOND, va.
The Union and eastern journal. [volume] (Biddeford [Me.]) 1854-1858, 1854-08-25

Rex AND ITS WoRk. Henry d. Garrison
has just closed bis career in the streets Of
milwaukee, the Victim OF Rum lie had
heep confined in tho Hospital Of the Sister.
OF Charity, bnt broke loose and rushed into
she street while suffering dehrium tremsns,
md vas not found until dead. Mr.. CARR
son is undoubtedly known to many Of Oul
citisens. He was once promiaeut and
successful merchant Of Detroit; then propi-
etor OF the Detroit National Hotel, in which
business he failed. He then went to Chi
cago' where he kept the Lake Hotel for some
In 1850 he went 70 Milwaukee and be-
came one Of the Projectors of the City Ho-
tsl, where no remained only about eight
months. be was a man Of excellen. bust.
iness capacity, uutil bis mind becam. i'm.
paired By the excessive use Of strong drinks.
A. one tine he was worth q large prop
eriy. aud o rsyerse Of fortune Is said 10
havs caused him 10 take 10 drinking.
He leaves highly esteemed family resid.
ing in Allegany Mich, to mourn his sad end.
,--Bsfaio Express.
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Mr.. Bradys opinion Of the Administers
ton.

Hon. James +. Brady Of n. Y. Is one o!
who we're grievcd because any but " Hards "
were appointed to Office. He is ultra South
ern on slavery, Nigorism, AS it is called. and
Abolitionism. But on this Nebraska mea-
sure and the Administration no entertoins
views which accord with those OF the peo-
pie. In letter to his fellow Democrats he
writes m follows We think no expresses
Oh opinion eniertaind by 100000 OF men
who voted for the present Chief Magistrate
lie says.
at would be tedious 10 set forth in let
ter why.if had been member Of Congress
would have deemed II my duty to labor
and vote against the Nebraska bill. would
have done 50 with the fullest assurance that
] was representing the real sentiments ol
our fellow. citizens in this city and State, and
] almost envy yoa and those with whom you
were associated in opposition to tho mea-
sure tho grateful appreciation which your
course will secure for you amongs, the
masses Of the true Democrats. regard the
consumnation Of the Nebraska plo, as anoth-
% OF the conirivancss so numerous in the
machinery Of President making.
Msyi happen, as in former instances,
that the engine designed to injure others
may destroy only its inventor! Heaven
grant sha, you and | may live to see the
Presidential chair filed by some gentleman
entirely qualified, BY intellect aud moral
aharaotsr, to adorn the station. and that
tho descending graduation Of the incumbents
which has for some years injured our nation
NJ reputation, may not be- continued BY ADJ
ding To the succession Of incompetent and
unworthy one. whose only reliance for sue
cess will DO founded on his unserupulou.
use Of the articles by which selfish dema-
gogus sisgalss himself at the expense Of
dstripent, if no, disgrace, to his country
The Union and eastern journal. [volume] (Biddeford [Me.]) 1854-1858, 1854-08-25
Melodeons, Seraphines,
REED ORGANS.

TIME subscriber has received the exclusive
l. agency Of Saco and Biddeiord for the sale
of the above named instruments, manufactured
by b. +. Tohin & Co. Nashua n. IL: They are
combined with the valuable principle of CAR
HARRIS PATENT, which for elegance Of man.
uiacture and unrisalled beauty Of tone, render
them the most desirable instrument in use.
Prices according to style and finish, from $40 to
$50. Those wishing Tor instruments respect
fully solicited To call at No. As Cuts island, Saco,
and also at the residence Of Rev. j. Hubbard,
corner Of Hill aud Pool Sis, l,ddeiord, and cx.
anime an assortment, of4, Al and ociayes:
X. NJ. HOBBS.
Saco, Feb 3, 1854. ST.
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Valuable House for Sale
OR EXcHANGE!!

TINE Subscribe OILERS for sale, or IN EXCHANGE
l. ioi mher propery,ihe large aud comfortable
dwelling holi>. in which he formerly lived si''
ualcd on the corner Oi south and kossuih SITS.
The house is in complete repan convenient, ~,
its arrangements, and very pleasantly 'caicd
and ma. u large aud excellent garden alta he 81.
well stocked with choice and thriving iiuii trees,
strawberries, aspberrics, gCoseberr'es, &c., &c
This offer isworth the attention Ol any man who
may wish TO secure first class residence IN this
ilourishing village. ID. Il. SOMES.
Biddeford, SEQ. I, 1851. o-li
The Union and eastern journal. [volume] (Biddeford [Me.]) 1854-1858, 1854-08-25
Murray's Physical and Purifying
BITTERS.

'HESE purely Vegetable Bii,ers are offered "a
the community as an eifeciual remedy for dys
pepsa, Jaundice, loss Of Appetite, Cos,iveness
Nervous or SICK Headache, Acidi,y Of The StUm
ach, Bilious Affections, and all diseases caused by
an nnheai'hy staieo the stomach and bowels.
Tue use OF one bottle will convince the sufereI
that this medicine is superior TO any of the varou.
kinds in Use for the above and similar diseases.
Prepared and sold wholesale aud retail by the
subscriber who will also supply dealers on com
mission, u preferred. Il. GILMAN,
N-u GO Factory Island, Saco.
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commissioners Notice.

ryy having been appointed by the Hon. Jo-sph T. Nys,
w Idye Of Probate Cor County Of York, 10 receive
and ,.ampe the claims u the creditors q George W. Pol
sm late 81 Cornish. In said County, decreased, whose
tate represented nsolyen, give notice that sin months,
commeDcing the art day u May, have been allowed W
said creditors bring In and prove their claims, and that
We will attend 10 the service assigned at the once
Luther B. Moore, Esq In Limerick Saturday the sec
ond day o SEPTEMBER and Saturday the seventh and sa
uriay the twenty1st days q October next from one IA
six O'Clock, r. N. ABSER BURBANK, lc,.,,,l.,,.
EBENEZER YRYE.
Dated this drpt day Of June A. d. 1854.
The Union and eastern journal. [volume] (Biddeford [Me.]) 1854-1858, 1854-08-25
House for Sale.

THE large two story building situated on SUN.
i van Street, near the reservoir, built by the late
Col. John Tniton. Said house was built IN ".
most substantial manner, OF the best materials, ant
is IN every respect q desirable house. II iswd.
divided into four ienemenis, all Of them separate
and every way convenient, and renting on an Az.
erage OF SIS each, las location Is healthy and be-
Ing only lew moments walk from the business
streets, makes II desirable place OF rrsidenee-'
For particulars rs TO price aud terms, apply TO-
p. JOHN l., TRAFfON,
who occupies one Of the icnements.
Blddelord, May LIST. 1854. lS-n
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Ma Court of Probate held ut North Berwick, within
and for the County OF York. on the hrst Monday
in August In the year Of our Lord eighteen hundred
and INV four. by the Honorable Joseph Il. Nye
Judge Of said Court;
lane JOHNSON, widow of Dennis Johnson, late
o, OF North Berwick, In said County, deceased, hay
ing presented hei petition for allowance out Of the
personal estate Of said deceased;
OnprREp That the said petitioner give notice to MI
persons interested by causing copy Of this order to be
M biished three weeks successfully IN the Union aud
Eastern Journal, printed at Bddeiord, In saia county
that they may appear nj Probate Court 10 be held nj
Saco m said county. On the first Monday Of seplen
her next at ten of the clock In the forenoon, aud
shew cause, II any they have, why the same should
not be allowed.
Attest, FRANCIS D. Noon. Register
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FOE SALE,
FOUR HUNDRED HOUSE LOTS
nd other Valuable Real Estate.


TIME following described Real Estate, compris
situated in the villages Of Saco and Biddeiord,
will he sold by tie proprie,ors, ut prices and on
terms favorable TO purchasers.
The House Lots, about 400 in number, are
principally situated in Saco, between the Rail.
road Depots of Bidecford aud Saco-a portion Of
them above the Railroad, and portion below, in
a pleasant and healthy location, and commanding
fine view of both villages They are advanla.
geously situated for the residence of persons hav
ing business in either Saco or Biddeord, beng
within six minutes walk of Main street, aud Pep.
percll Square, and i've minutes walk Of the Ma.
chine Shop and Cotton Mills of the Laconia, Pep
pcrcll and Water Power Corporations of Bidde.
ford. A substantial Bridge, 375 feet ong and ~
feet wide, resting on granite piers, AMI with side.
connecting the lots with Biddclord, I'd placing
them within three minutes walk Of Smiths Cur
ner From this bridge street is gradcd 10 the
Railroad Crossing on Water street. which will be
extended TO Buxton Road. Other directs have
been laid out, extending along the margin OF the
Saco River, and 10 Water street.
The ncwrOad recently laid out by the County
Commissioners, extending into the country from
Saco, will incrsect with Market street, which
passes across the above described bridge 10 Biddc.
ford
Besides the lots before mentioned, the propric-
tors have dozen or more house lots for sale, On
Springs Island, contiguous to the bridge, and
within two minutes walk Of the workshops and
mills on said island. On one of the lots - new
Cottage house with stable, which will he sold
with the lot
They will sell also, in lots Of from one to five
acres, as may be wanted, tract Of land adjoining
that which is reserved for house lots. Said tract
consists Of a acres, and is situated on the West.
ern side-of the Railroad, and runs TO The Buxton
road the line striking that road within a few rods
Of the Saco Depot
WARRANTED Deeds will he given OF all lots sold
by the proprietors, A. H. Boyd, Saco; ID. f.
Somes, Biddelord; Josephus baldwin and Law
renee Barnes, Nashua, N. H.; William Z. Newell
Manchester, N. II.
For further particulars, as TO prices and condi.
tions, inquire of d. f. SONES, OF Biddelord
gent for the Proprietors 5-T
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OYSTERS! OYSTERS!!

n L. ToPPAN respectfully informs hsfrends
n'snd the public, that he i constantly supplied
wan The choicest Oysters that can be found ia
upon the most moderate terms. Orders most re-.
specially solicited and promptly attended to.
9 Apply u, No. ], Factory Island Block, Saco
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Pure Cod Liver Oil.

TIME genuine article, prepared from fresh Con
l. LivERs by the subscriber, aud for sale by him
ai the Pool, and by his agent, James Sawy'r,
Druggist, Biddeiord. Specimens Of the Oil may
be- seen at the Union Office.
EDWARD MCBRIDE.
The Pool, April 10th, 1854. l5-f