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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22

AMERICAN PARTY IN OHIo.-Ihe Convention
of the American party in Ohio, which nominated
the Hon Allen Trimble for Governor, repudiate
the Chase party, organized July 18th, the great
object of which, they say, is to array one section
of the Union against the other Ihey oppose
Compromise line ought to be re-established, but
saw 1--WE will never coalesce with an ultra section
al party which, for the accomplishment ofits end,
nroclaims the dissemination to resist the laws Of
the land and make them void and imperative"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22

GEN HoUsroN.-Tn reply to a call made upon
him. has written long letter in favor Of the
merican movement. He says: II am becoming
suspicious of the teachers in these days of utili-
tartan politics. And before enlist under the
leaders of modern Democracy | wish to know of
them whether they stand on the Jackson or Cal
houn platform. Between their platforms there
was an essential difference. Jacbson's platform
was the Constitution and the Union. Tbs is
the platform upon which stand, and If, as has
been asserted, the American party is down, the
battle over, and the victory won, shall only feel
mortified to witness, at my period of life, after
having looked upon so many vlcIssliudes OF my
country, to see an anti American feeling triumph.
One consc aton at least will be left me. Whilst
the triumphs of American principles were reyer-
berating through ut the Union, | was silent =
When those principles are said to be in eclipse,
come forward with cheerfuluess and declare that
believe the salvation OF my country is only
TO be secured by adherence &c the principles OF
the American Order"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22
Health of Riohmond.

The Mayor of Richmond has published card
in reference to the reports of yellow fever in that
place. He says there have been eight cases OF
fever in the city, and five or six deaths, but in
every instance the patient came direct from Cos
port or Portsmouth. The general health Of Rich
mond was never better.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22

DEATH OF ABBoTT LAwRENCE.-The tele-
uraph has announced the death of the Hon. Ab-
bot Lawrence at his residence at Boston on Sat
urday morning. He had suffered long and pain
full illness. and although hopes Of favorable
change were entertained up to a very recent Pc
riod. the result was not unexpected. He had lost
consciousness some hours before his death. and
his last moments were not apparently attended
with much budily pain.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22

1t is not often that our editorial columns are
yielded TO correspondents, and we cannot give
more striking proof of our high appreciation OF the
follow etfusion than we do by publishing it in this
prominent position. Without OBTAINING the read,
er Tor one instant from the rich literary morse, by
any further predatory remarks, we present the
lines of the Bard of Nicholas county just as we
find them before u.s.
We mar NOT line, we change not word,
But leave them alone in their glory:
Nicholas Co Va Aug 3tbe 1855
Mr. Editor send you few lines of Poetry i
you can find room in your valuble paper you will
pleas publish am yours sincerely -
THE PAST.
MY weary spirit cheer from all great
And streams of dropping willows
Return their joyous shade to
Your memory Of days that are past
Return no more to great and sadness but
Go to joys of brier days and find
All that you hav lost in days
Remembered back in the past
Did ever such love and sorrow meet
No love but thine can make
Eden com back with glory so we
Remember dutys and foT get the past
Can our contemporaries of Richmond find any
thing in the scrap book of the prototype Bard"
that can "tech that?" For boldnr IS of thought,
beauty of language, and harmony OF sound, this
brief but glorious poem, has, in our humble oPin-
ion. been "rarely equalled never excelled. ~
We predict famous future for one who dis
courseth so POLITICALLY of the past. Even his
present position in the world of letters is one OF
enviable distinction Let him press on, then,
with all the energy of his nature until he has
reached the top round of the ladder of fame, and
seats himself comfortably on the loftiest peak Of
Parnassus.
Olives of great men all remind him
He can make his life sublime,
And departing leave behind him
Foot prints on the sands of time
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22

AIazzini the Italian Patriot has written an ell
oouent letter on the war. After abiding to varl-
Gus preliminary matters, he denounces Austria,
and the policy which induced England and
France TO seek her aid He says that the former
had better decree at once, that the youth OF Eng
land should be periodically decimated. A Crime
an expedition could in no case lead by itself 10
decisive success Ut an honorable peace.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22

AHEAD OF THE MoeMoNs.-The polygamists
Of Salt Lake find themselves excelled in their pc
cular spiritual wife doctrines by a community Of
Socialists. who have established themselves at
"Ceresco." in the county Of Fond du-ac, Wis
cousin. The main article Of their belief is, "the
,ioht Of every woman to choose whumSoever she
Mill To rer6fm the part Of husband for the time
and 20 change that person as often as she p,eascs y
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22
For The Spectatm,
Proceedings OF the Teachers Convention at
Staunton, August 10, 1855.

Proceedings OF che Teachers Convention Mt
staunton, August 10, 1855.
A meeting of the Teachers of Virginia was
held at Stanton on the 9th inst.
Regular Officers were appointed the following
resolutions adopted and ordered for publication
Resotred | /, That Committee of Arrange
ments consisting OF Professor Campbell, Wash
ington College, Lexington Pike Powers, East
wood Academy, Staunion, and j. Welby Arm,
strong, Upperville Academy, Uppervllle, be and
are hereby appointed to address Circular TO. the
teachers Of the State setting forth the objects of
this Convention and requesting their attendance
and cooperation at The next meeting
ReSolued 2, That the Committee of Arrange
ments be instructed TO invite Doctor McGufey,
University of Va, and Col. f. Fl. Smith, Va.
Military Institute, to address the next Conven'
ton on subjects connected with education which
they may think proper to select.
ResotUed3, That this Convention adjourn to
meet at Siaunton on the I'd Wednesday in Au
gust, 1856. BY order.
Rev F.. P. WALTON, Pres't.
j. WELBY ARMSTRONG, Sec'ry
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22
GrinunnsIv scnnrCed.

Our town has been most grievously scourged
this summer. Staunton has been injured In Its
business by the small pox, and in damage to pub
lie and private property by the late freshet, prob
ably to the amount of $4,000. Is it because in
iquity prevails that we are thus wrathfully visit
nd z
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22
Teachers, Convention.

A portion of the teachers of Virginia met In
this place on Wednesday last, in pursuance of the
call for general meeting, and adopted resolutions
which are published in another column The
Rev. E. P. Walton, of Newtown Female lnsti-
tute, King & Queen county, presided.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22
Toll Corn.

Mr.. WIN. J. Shumate. Of this vicinity. has
sent to our Office corn stalk fourteen feet high.
1t bears two cars. and the 4allest man can just
ouch the lower one.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22
Lucky.

We understand that Col. Hartman went into
his office on Tuesday last, during the flood, and
picked up piece of paper, floating about on the
water, which upon examination proved to be
bond for the sum of 5000.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22

A wholesale dealer in Sandusky (Ohio) has
been offered 1900 bushels of potatoes, delivera-
bic on the lst October at 25 cents, but declined
the offer
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22

The CHOLERA AT FoRr RLEY.-The st.
Louis Republican of the II th inst, has intelll-
qence from gentleman who had just arrived in
that city from Fort Laramie, to the effect that
Fort Riley has been completely swept by the
cholera, the few that escaped the pestIlence hav-
inc fled to the hills for refuge. leaving the sick to
die and the dead unburied. Major Ogden most
efficient officer, was among the victims OF the
scourge As many as forty died in one day
Fort Riley is a new military post recently estab-
lished by the Government, and it was determined
to make this prominent post on the Western
border, and for this purpose large number of
mechanics were employed to proceed thltbcr and.
construct additional barracks and other touses,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-08-22

MONSTER SNAKE TAKES.-A correspondent Of
the Buffalo Republic gives al accJunt of the cap
ture of the "sea serpent" whian recently made
its appearance at Wyoming, N. Y, 10 the lake.
He was harpooned by sailor, and lashed the wa
ter into foam in his effort to escape. He was e.
ventually drawn ca Shore He is SO feet inches
in length has head the size of a full grown
calf, and his body in some spots is feet in dame
ter. His color is dusky brown. Four or FIVE
ladies' tainted on seeing the monster He was Sc
cured with ropes, and is lying in the lake alive
waiting for 3arnum The account is, in all prob
ability, hoax. gotten mp for the amusement Of
the admirers Of the 'sea serpent"
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-09-13
Agents for the 6 American Organ"


Mr. T. B. Brown is the authorized travelling agent
for the American Organ in the Northern and Middle
States to receive subscriptions and advertisements
JAMES T. WELLS Lynchburg Va.
Mr.. JOHN III. SoPER, Alexandria, Va
ALFRnD LEwELLIN, Richmend, Virginia
JOIN p HURON (asslsted by d. w BAILEY, 50 and
81 Walnut street, Cincinnat) is our agent for Gin
oinnnti and other cities in the west.
v. B. PALnsR, the American Newspaper Agent, is
agent for this paper in the cities ! Boston, New
York, and Phadelphia and is duly empowered
TO take advertisements and subscriptions at the
rates required BY His receipts will be re gard
ed us payments. His offices are-Boston, Sco-
lays Building; New York, Tribune Buildings; Phil
Rdelphia corner Fifth and Chestnut SITS.
A. ID. CHALoEER, Burlington, IN. I'D is agent for
the American Organ" for the State Of New Jersey.
NJ J. BuRSs, Portsmouth, Virginia.
GaoaGE Ii. PEYToN, fredericksburg, Va
:. @. MORGAN. New Orleans.
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depna is authorized TO obtain subscriptions for tie
American Organ.
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r. w. WARDEN, ESQ., is our authorized agent to
procure subscribers in any part Of Virginia.
JOHN RIGGIN Esq, Of st. Louis, is our authorized
aren't to procure subscribers in Missouri.
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Against the insidious wiles of foreign influence

against the insidious wiles of foreign influence
conjure you TO believe me, ellow-ctizens jeal-
oasy OF free people ought to be constantly awake;
since history and experience prove that foreign in
Huence is one of the baneful foes of republican
government JYashingt0a
III hope wo may find some means, in future, Of
shielding ourselves from foreign influence, political
commercial or in whatever form il may be attempted.
can scarcely withhold myself from joining in the
wish Of Slas Dean that there were an ocean OF ire
between this and the old world .'"--.jefsrson.
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U,oR sALE.-Is, 200 bushels Mill OaaI,
y such as Mddlings, Shipstuf, and Shorts
Persons in want will find Il TO their advantage to
give us call and learn our prices
Corn and fresh-ground Corn Meal daily wholesale
and retail. j. JDOUGLAS A. co.
Old Railroad Depot Pennsylvania avenue.
may 18-H
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MORE Bounty Land TO all who served
lVa in any war, since 1890, whether as officers,
soldiers, sailors, marines, andsmen. chaplains
clerks Indians, wagon-masters teamsters, COR their
widows, minor children, )who have not yet received
full 100 acres, and who have been in service "a days
will do well 20 write TO us, post PAID aud their Land
Warrant will be sent TO them, and no charge, il not
obtained.
Address, or call on
LLOYD a CO., Claim Agents,
Opposite The Treasury Washington, b. @.
mar 7---1
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hFFICERS, Soldiers, Sailors, Marines,
~ Landsmen, Floulla men, Chaplains, Clerks,
Indians, Wagon-masters, and Teamsters, (their
widows or minor children who have yet received
full l60 acres, and who have been in service Ia days
are entitled 70 land IN any war since 1890.
Widows, whose husbands died while in service,
are entitled TO pensions, and minor orphans Of such
to years halfpay. All who believe themselves en-
titled 10 Landbounty, and Pensions, will be bene-
fitted by calling on the subscriber either in person
by letter. postpaid, of 9TH and streets No
4S2, opposite General Post Office.
CLAIMS from agents examined and prosecuted upon
the most reasonable terms
No pay in advance, and no charge IL nothing is eb-
tanned.
EF- Refers TO the citizens generally.
Special attention given 10 suspended claims.
JNO. JOHNSON,
apl8--ly Agent for Bounty Land Pensions.
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door to Squire Cark's Magistrates Office,
at Mrs. Bangs's.
She will cut and basts, cut Linings and Patterns.
dec fly
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" ELSII's PREMIUM FAMILY FLOUR.
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Of my breast but;o 8. This took
hold of, and bent into the shape of a
graphing hook. had no cord, but
my knife was still safe in its sheath;
and, drawing this. | cut several thongs
+ from the skirt of my huckskin shirt;
and knottcd them together until they
formed u string long enough to reach
he ground: 10 one end, attached
the picker; and then letting it down.
commenced angling for the rope. Af
Ter II few transverse dra1s, the hook
caught the latter, and pulled it up
into the tree. taking the whole of it in
until held the loose end il my hands.
The other end permitted to remain
as it was; | saw it was securely knot
ted round the trunk, and that was lust
What wanted 1t was my inten ion
to laSso The bull; and for the purpose
proceeded To make Il running moose
ON the end of the traiI.rnrc. This |
executed with great care, aud with all
my skill. could depend upon the
r"rc--it was Il aw.hiIc---a d Il better
WAS never twisted; bu, knew if any
thing should chance to slip at crit
cal moment, it mi !. Int cost me my life.
With this knowledge, thrl lcfurc, |
spliccd the eve, and made the knn, nc
firm as possible, and then the loop
was rccrcd through, and the thing was
ready.
| could throw q Iasso tolcrablv vel;
but the branches prevented me from
winding it. 1t was necessary. there.
fore, to get the animal in u certain
position under the tree. which, bv
shouts and other demonstrations. NJ
length succeeded in ctlcc,ing. The
moment of success had arrived II,
stood almost Directly below. The
noosc was shot down. had the graft.
iicatioa to see it settle around his
neck, and with quick Jerk | ,iuhtcncd
it. The rope run beautifully through
the eye, until both eyes and loop were
buried beneath the shaggy hair of th,
animals neck. 1t embraced his throa,
in he right place, and felt confident
that}it wpud hold, The moment The
iS-stis se4e jrr> uhe,kh hs throat, he
dashed ;madly out from tie tfee;' and
then commenced running in circles
around it. Contrary to my intention,
the rope hads slipped from my hands
ut the first drag upon it, Ny position
was rather an unsteady one, Tor tNe
branches were slsedcr, and 1 could not
manage the matter as' we'll as: / coula
have wished. T.
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I WASHINGTON LOGAN
PUBLISHER. 3u
NO. 2I.

RUSSIAN DISCIPLINE. No army in
Europe equals the Russian, in the re.
semblancc it bears to a machine moy.,
ed by the word Of command. AHTt
amusing instance of this is given in a
Trench work published some time
ago. 1t occurred when the Empress
Elizabeth was carrying on II war
against the King Of Prussin. Tie ar,
my being then on tie frontiers Of Ger,
many, a small piquct was placed as
some distance from the camp, with
Il view OF waiting the motions of tho
Russian troops. The soldiers employ.
cd in the service were supplied with
provisions for 24 hours. The enemy.
however, came on unexpectedly from
different quarter, and a battle ensu.
ed, which entirely drove from the
'n'nd OF the commander all thoughts
OF his pl1uct. Some days after, how.
ever. rccolcc;ing the circumstance.
he caused enquiries to be made through
the army, if any one had seen or
heard of it. The answers were all in
the negative; upon which mcsseu
S'r was di,patchcd to the place where
they had been stationed, where nc.
c"rdInSIy they were found, fixed to
the spot, and reduced to the last cx.
trem'ty Of hunger, but never thinking
OF rennv'ns. On their being asked,
why when their provision failed they
''ad not returned to the camp!-,hcy
were astonished at the question-they
had no orders!