davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
Sky-Iight Daguerrean Gallery

,s,HE subscriber is taking Pictures in decided
ly improved style in the AIT at his old stand
on the corner between the Virginia and Woodward
Houses, where the ladies and gentlemen are re-
ouested to call if they want their Pictures taken
in the best style with all the late Improvements.
r. J.. RANKIN.
Stanton, March 7, 1855.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
nsPEAK OF HE AS YOU FIND!
Nothing Extenuate, nor aught Set Down
in Malice" ~
TRUTH rs TIIGHTX
Plain & mnxarnisI,ed statement.

We recommend the perusal of the extract below to
our readers Mr. Bull is merchant of high character.
SANDY BORROW, Middesex CO., Va.
August %, 1853.
a1essr, Mortimer g. Mo,cbray--Gents You may
think If strange that have taken the liberty TO write
Won letter. but do under circumstances that JUSTIFY
Il AS YOU are the agents for HAMpToN's VEGETABLE
TrNcTURE deem II expedlent to address you 'ns hoe'
bopinq il NAV be part of the honorable means OF CIV
ING this medicine notoriety which IFS merits deserve
Being in the habit Of vending medicines which relate
to the patent and regular system, consider myself 10
some extent Judge of the real merit OF many Oh mem
NV experience teaches me that AMPTONS IINC-
TiJRE'' Medicine of real merit, of intrinsic value
When say this do say that it is an inalllble cure
in all cases, but mean to say that Hamptons linc-
ture will avoraby operate IN all diseases originating
from want of proper secretion of the gastric juices bad
Digestion and consequently bad deposits Of animal mat
ter from that believe that many diseases To-
Gated in various parts othe SYSTEM such as nflamation
Ulcers Scrofla, &C., &C., originally have their being
in the stomach from bad food bad and conse
ouenty bad disposition Of the circulation to those parts,
and will believe Hampton's Vegetable Tineture Will
even react in those cases.
Having found out myself what it is recommend it to
others in such have described and have done
if upon the emo cure pay SYSTEM and have yet to
have the first bottle returned or the first objection about
the pay 1t is great pity it cannot be more extensive
w circulated among the people. ] war
rant il in the following cases: Gout, Rheumatism, In
Examinations, which proceed from the stomach, Sores,
Scrofula Dyspepsia long standing of Ague and
Fever first stop the chill and then give the Tincture
the difficulty in this case is not stopping the chill but
the return of it, this the Tincture will certainly do In
general debilitaons, it, and said before
have procured trial of it in this way, which other
wise could not the people having been humbugged
by paent medicine it works all its wonders there and
in all such cases it is specific, if anything in the world
is. 49,
Having given the Tincture fair trial with myself in
nv family and neighborhood, think am warranted in
what say about it, and which do without any other
interest than the wish to see it in general circulation
and in every mans family, where it ought to be-
If what say be doubted by any of the afflicted and
tbev will write to me at Sandy Bottom Post Office, Mid
dIesex county, Virginia stating the nature Of the dis
ease and recommend it for such case VIII warrant
II and if it don't do good will pay for the medicine
Respectfully, THOS H. BULL.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
Planes. Planes. Planes.

n HAVE just received lot of superior Bench
n Planes of selected wood, very heavy, with en-
ira Bits; also, Mouldngs, Bead, Flooring, Sash,
Rabet, Cornice, Plow, Ceiling, Table. &C., &c.,
all of which will be sold at the very lowest mar
ket price. Uf'o. II; fhiOE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
Every Day Brings Something New.
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
TOBACCO STORE.
ID. w. G. sLANKER,

ID. ". G. SLANKER,
! door West of E. M. Cushing & Co.,
HAS just opened with splendid stock, compri-
sing every article in the Tobacco line amongst
which will be found the FINEST Qualities of
Cigars and Chewing Tobacco,
which he will sell wholesale or retail, as cheap
as can be bought any where else in this section of
the country.
CIGARS of various qualities and prices, will
be sold by the box bunch or less numbers if desir
ed. The following list is portion of the differ
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
THE AMERICAN HOTEL,
AT THE RAILROAD DEPOT,
STAUNTON. VA

TNHIS new and extensive Hotel is just compile
l. ted, and is Tow open for the reception of Wis
itors. It's situated within a few wards of the
Railroad Depot, and is convenient DINING
HOUSE for passengers arriving in the cars and
going westward.
j. l., Heiskell & Co.'S daily line of stages to
the White Sulphur Springs, run to and from this
House; and passengers are subjected TO no delay,
and are relieved from all trouble in moving their
baggage.
This House is situated in an elevated and COM
handing position, and thuse who desire to spend
few days in this healthy "City of the Noun,
tains." will find that the Proprietors have spared
neither pains nor expense to promote the comfort
of their guests.
Good SrABLINe has been provided Tor the coun-
ty and travelling custom.
Our country friends will find warm welcome
and moderate charges.
WIN. II. CARRIER & co.
" " i s:s s:::::; r.''.'''.
Staunton, July 8, l85a.-a.-F. and n. copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
LIVER COMPLAINT,
DYSPEPSIA, JAUNDICE, CHRONIC @, OR \, NER

It'll II oIlt, JAUNDICE, OIIhOlNIO Vt = TN
VOUS DEBILITY. DISEASE OF THE KID
NEYS, AND ALL DISEASES ARISING
FROM A DISORDERED LIVER
OR STOMACH;
Such as Consumption Inward Piles Fulness Of Blood TO
the Head, Acdity of the Stomach Nausea Heartburn,
Disgust for Food Fullness or Weight in the Stomach
Sour Fluctuations, Sinking Fluttering at the Pit Of
the Stomach, Swimming of the Head, Hurried and
Difficult Breathing, Fluttering at the Heart Choking
or Sufocatng Sensations when in lying posture, Dim
ness of Vision Dots or Webs before the Sight, Fever
and Dull Pain in the Head, Deficiency ofPerspratiOn
Yellowness of the Skin and Eyes, Pain in the Side'
Back, Chest, Limbs, &C., Sudden Flushes OF Heat
Burning in the Flesh Constant lmagnlngs oil EVIL, and
Great Depression Of Spirits,
CAN BE EFFEcTUALLY CURED by
DIR. HOOFLAND'S
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
NOTICE,

n HAVE good Blacksmith Shop and House
IL for rent. Any one wishing good stand, will
do well to rent this stand. 1t is situated near the
Parkersburg Road and on the Warm Springs Road
Con Middle Rver.) There is an acre and quar-
Ter of ground attached to the property. Apply
Immediately. JOHN MOVERS.
March Ia, l855.-3ts
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
Bargains.

CHINA Tea Sets, Crockery, Glassware, &c.
~ Greater bargains than ever, to close out the
remainder of my stock. +. 5: HlCkSoN.
Main street, opposite Morris Il Goodies
Staunton, March ID, 1855.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
KNOWLES Il WALF0RD,
AGENTS FOR
HHerring's Fire and Burglar Proof
rRnM SAFES -

FOR RICHMOND, VA,
IJAVE on hand the largest assortment ever OF
N fered in Virginia-prices from $40 to S375
each. Store on Pearl street, next to H. w .Fry's.
MIR. Knowles has removed his office for Life In
surance to the same place.
The "MUTUAL BENEFIT LIFE lNSU-
RANCE COMPANY" have a CAPITAL Of
Sc. O33, S59.l7 on the lst of January, 1865,
and declared Dividend of 50 per cent to the IN
sured on their yearly payment.
KNOWLES s. WALFORD.
Richmond, Va. Feb. Id, 1855.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
NEW FIRM,

NEW FIRM.
TNHE undersigned, under the style of WATTS
IL & RICHARDS will continue the HARD
WARE business in Stanton at the old stand Of
e. C. Richards s. Bro.
Their hope is that by constant and assduous Of
forts and devoting their whole time to the business,
to please. and by moderate charges TO merit and
receive fair portion of public patronage.
WIN. H. WATTS,
e. C. RICHARDS.
Staunton, Jan. II, 1885,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
Vermont Morgan.

FVHIS celebrated Horse will stand the present
IL season at Staunton, Mount Sidney and Har-
risonburg For particulars see handbils As a
Breeding Horse he is not excelled in any county
in America. He is the pure Morgan stock.
SAMUEL REED, Agent s. Groom.
March 7, lS55.-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28
JOHN KENNEDY, &

East Court House Lane, Staunton, "a,
WHERE he will constantly have White,
w Yellow, Brown and Liquid Soap, and
Mould Candles of the best qualify, which he will
sell at the lowest cash price, or exchange for Tai
low and Grease of all descriptions. He respect
fully solicits share of patronage.
Stanton, Dec46, 1854 GIN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-03-28

CHI DIduuo.
TOBACCO. CIGARS.
Eldorado, Rio Hondo,
Esmeralda, The Fixed Star,
Holland, Ell Programa,
Covington, La Veguera,
Douglas, La Nacinoal,
Howard Ell Gallo,
Wngield, Laemphresa,
Lee, Ed Neptune,
Fig Leaf, La Protection,
Golden Chunk, Principe,
Goodwins' Yellow Bank, Jenny Lind,
American Fine Cut, Pantias,
Minervas,
Imported Habana, ect., ect., ect., together with
fine lot of Spotted Spanish and Half Spanish
Cigars;
Scotch, Rappe and Mackaboy Snuffs,
German Pipes, Fancy and Common do, Smoking
Tobacco in papers or by the pound, Cigar Cases
and Holders, Snuff Boxes Matches, Shoe Black
ing, Rapping Twine and Paper and many other
articles too tedious to mention.
The public are respectfully invited to call and
examine his stock, before purchasing elsewhere,
as he will sell as cheap as the cheapest.
Stanton, Nov. l6, lS53.-tf.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07

But as wish to avoid all necessity for future eN-
plantations; and if possible all miseonception or
complaint. must say make no compromise Of
my political opinions, which are known to you
all, and which hive undergone no shadow Of
change.
Mr.. Deane is n candidate upon this basis,and
his election if unoPposed cannot be- considered
properly the triumph of any party. This posi-
ion wo think SHOULD be satisfactory 10 his late
constituents. The present iuneinIe Of affairs in
the siate presents questions of greater moment
than any which ale apt to come before the Legs
lalnre of political character For the judicions
management Of those questions, this community
cannot furnish man 81 competent aud suitable
in all respects rs Mr. Deane :: and we regard it n
subject for public concratulation That lac has again
consented to become our representative ii the
General \ ssenhly.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07
Mr.. Wise and the Democracy.

In late number we adverted to the scarcely
less than miraculous triumph gained by Mr..
Wise over his old and detested enemies, the De-
mocrats, by bringing them to his footstool' after
having lavished upon them, and their creed and
the idols of their worship, every term of oppro-
brium and contamely that scorn could feel, or
invective convey. This was glory enough for
him, and shame enough for them; but how wan
tonIy he has added insult to injury, and affixed
humiliation to subsection in shouting over his
PROSTATE foes ~ hare no recantations to make"
Will they supinely submit! Is the spirit that
animated them when jackson lived dead and bu-
ried With theml Is all sensibility gone, all re-
sentiment. all that "noble rage" that swells in
stinctively in the bosom of man. under sense
of wrongl With many we know IT is not So
Scores have proudly and de6antly rebelled-and
others chafe and burn to be free. The great
body of the democratic people need but to know
how great wrong has been put upon them; they
have no terror of martial law; d" they have no
dread of the oyerseer's lash; let them have the
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07
SPECIAL NOTICES.
ii. q. FARRELL'S
Celebrated Arabian Lininent

/ well known To the wonderfully heal.
q penetrating. aud stimulating properties, and by us
ranirite,4 IN elrciing cures which pre- ion,ly had
sisted NIL mnliein'-, iminsilrred 10y the most
.ientific physicians ha- PLACED lar heyend SINH
n remedy introduced to he people OF the United
,taes II stimulates the ahsoreni increased sctian,
,,fts 70 IL bones adding strength aud ar'ivy the
n,u cle--i, ia 20 erfully anndyne and thereby aay-
neryons ictitn ion. producing delightfully."- pleasing
,,l.s linn through the whole frame. O~iag it.
ntic ic ertes il pun fes AM neutral zes
rhat ,ai>uapus corrosive principle which renders "li
nice difficult hem: il therefore i p"ci,
adv ndnpied 10 tlIpii speedy 1iI+ Iiuinent
rom p .i,ating anil .r"sih Ming qraiir. hn b"
n,anA L. up u speriii, r 7 ,ralssi- NJ Palsy " he
~ enes aai .,q-,d POINTS, in fact all complaints
i,.n'vfnc the ransrn,r Il tn. cured ra.'- ol
.hsntna.i-ni of twetiy thirty yea : stand nv. and
nee n. nf the Sinc WHEREIN tn. rntirc nal column
va. 80 crooked nud istornd. that the pat ett cnuI
MAJ " * u. -fafd hon urIiicial sprot'. Numerous
gases of InIsv hive been cured VIII III the flesh had
icred eaving pthing hut the dried skiu and b me.
pa,l TIM limbs inally without ar feeling tor
fHkIren ri G,oap ii i. Of inestimabr value. rnbhe
md nhed ~ or the throat aud II applied freely
IN HE RI e,t it fails give rif in the severe
coughs Attending Cnnsumption. Asthma and Cnld-. II
he l. wounds speed Twill cure Scsllhead Mango.
elr Planters anil Farmers will fad il most valuable
me licne 10 be applied to Horses and Ca,tc for Sprnin-,
Bruises Lam Stiff JOINTS, Saceney. Dry Suuler,
Wund4, Burns, Splin-, Chlfrs or Gulls, lIar Tened
knot- the ilesh etc.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07
FranCis . Deane. ESQ.

The circumstances under which this gentle
man stands before the citizens of Lynchburg and
Campbell, Us n candidate for the House of Delo-
gates admit of his being supported by men of all
parties. without compromise of political opin-
ions. As we understand it, his position CORE
spends with that of Mr.iPrce of Greenbricr, who
has been brought out by the people of that county
without regard to party, AS the advocate and
representative of their local interests --particu-
larly as involved in the construction of the Cow
ington and Ohio railroad. SO Mr.. Dcane has
been solicited to become a candidate in conso-
quence of his familiarity with the subject Of
Internal improvements, and as the special repre-
sentative of the local interests of lynchburg and
the South side. Mr.. Deane is known to be a
whig, and il cannot be doubted that if any occa-
sion were TO present itself during the session of
the legislature, he will if u member, give Il whilr
vote But disregardng that fact and to secure
his services in behalf of certain important local
and State interests not partaking of party char
acrer,a large body OF citizens, embracing men of
all shades of political sentiment have solicited
him to become candidate At sacrifice of
private interests, he has yielded to the call that
has been made upon him, and in Difference TO its
character declines to become 'the exponent of
the principles of any political party" That his
position may be understood the more distinctly
we re-publish portion of his letter of acceptance:
When socitedin the spring of 1853 to become
a candidate for Il seat in the House of Delegates
found as now do, amongst those who made
| the call for my services many gentlemen differ
ing with me upon all questions of political char.
acter. The Inference was that my services wer-
not sought from political considerations but be-
cause of belief that could promote tho inter
ests of those, whom was asked TO represent, bv
| devoting my attention to practical legislation,
suchas should never he considered with reference
to party alliances. With this impression fixed
upon my mind, entered the Legislature, and |
think may safely say, that if any good resulted
| from my labors there, it should in great part he
attributed TO the manifestation, | was enabled to
make of devotion to the business You seemed to
desire should especially watch over.
The same state of facts is now presented, and
J draw the same inference that / am asked 10
| present myself as q candidate of the friends of
| conservative legislation upon the great practical
| questions, to which you make reference Blanks
Internal improvement &c) and not as the expo.
| nent of the principles or policy of any political
party. II am right ia this Interpretation of your
| letter soliciting me TO become n candidate, / will
say in reply that if it shall be the pleasure of the
people to elect me, will devote TO their service
my best energies, and all of the ability possess
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07
Arrivals at the Washington House,
UP TO 3 O'CLOCK YESTERDAY


WIN. w. LEFTWICH-.. Proprietor
To Savers, Wythe; Henry c Huff, Salem; NJ
Snider, do; Daniel Z Baily, Amherst; Jno Haw-
kins, Rockbrdge; Ro Adams and serv'ts, Pitt
sylvania; John + Easter, Charlotte; Z j Early.
Campbell Ro G Payne do; j Woodson Smith
Kansas; Thomas j Obenchain, Buchanan, Va ;
W Casnahan, Winsberry; j w Peasis Prince
slit, Franklin; II + McGuifin, do. Thos Ar
rington and lady, Campbell; L Il Eavans, Blacks
burg; G G Iartnew, Roanoke; j ID Kirgsbery,
Andover, Mass: Lewis A Shanklin, Monroe; Jas
p Peck, do; VIM A Mahoood, Princeton. Va:
Geo II Lyman, Bufords; Jno c Wade, Christians
burg; VIM A Bragg, do; b + Stone and lady,
Baltimore VIM ID Jones, Abingdon; J b Dunn,
Clover Forest, Va; II 7 Williams, V & r r r.;
p IL Callan, do; Jno Gannaway, Wytheyille;
d { Dunn, Abingdon.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07

a bill has passed the legislature of Nebraska to
incorporate the missouri River aud plntte Val
ley Railroad Company tho incorporators, TWEEN
ty-six in number. The road is TO begin at the
town Of pluttsinorth on the Missouri river, and
running to Fort kearney, thence to Fort Lara
mic. thence 10 the western limits of Nebraska upon
the most eligible route, with branch road from
the mouth of the Nemoln, to unite with the main
track nj Grand Island near Fort kearney. Pro-
visions are made for double track. The CAPT
tai stock is Sj,00O00O, divided into shares Of
500 each.
This seems "A large enterprise for 50 young n
territory. 1t would of course, involve the neces-
sity Of a large loan, which would be bad policy
for the future stute Congress, however, will
have the revision of the mattcr.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07

Mr. PATRONS SPEECH IN RrCHMOND.-The
speech of this gentleman is represented to have
been mastery effort. Speaking of it the Penny
Post says: There can be but opinion of
this speech, viz: it was GREAT. We had never
heard Mr. Patton before, but had heard of him.
and every body awarded him great ability a
reasoner,and unsurpassed excellence as an ora
tor. But we had not conceived the true charac-
ter of the man until we heard his speech on Tues
day night We have never heard that speech
surpassed, and have heard many of the great
est men in the Union.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07

We seldom recommend a manufactured medi
me believing thHi in herself ertccts
cure moe rardiy and etiectnny thaa be
plished by the vegetable, and minerals of medical
,eiruce But in the matter Of dyspepsia, there are
chronic TEXTURES about it, which very often efy Nil tie
iorts Of nntnre henlthy action Of the diges-
tlseorgal-, and uniroqueny happens that thou.
sands sui, for vents, discussed norn in body md in
u ind from Judge ,tion AID its kindred Ills To such
iIooAand'.' Grrman Bitters, prepared by Dr. Z.
in kon. truly most valuable preparation. 1t Is "A
tome mrdrine. giving heult action the stomach
mud will be found highly seryceahIe nj all Seasons but
especially during the spring. Dyspepsia can eny {
cured 10y patient per-eve ~ one course OF treat
nor and to all those suffering under this sal mnlady
We would recommend an application to tie depnt Of
lloufands German Btiers 40 Arch street, Phiiael-
rha.- Phaaielptia Inq"Uer. See Advertisement.
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07

r. X. CRALIE, EsQ.-The Lewisburg Era
strongly recommends this gentleman as the can
didate of the American party for the 18th Con
gressonal district. 1t says AS a scholar,
writer and debater, he has few quals-certainly
none in this Congressional Districts and if nomi
mated as our standard bearer will, we doubt not,
give Mr.. Edmundson not only a tight race but
signal defeat
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07

ALMOST DtEL.-The st. Louis papers pub
lish correspondence which lately took place
between Messrs b. Grnnt2 Brown, editor of the
StIoms Democrat, and Thomas G.. Reynolds, L.
States District Attorney. The quarrel grew
out of an editorial article, in which the editor is
charged with endorsing the statement of AN an
onynous correspondent, who accuses Mr.. Rey-
nold- Of committing perjury. After sending the
usual note, asking an explanation, and receiving
an unsati sfactory answer, Mr.. Reynolds Dies
patches, by u friend, n formal challenge to Mr..
Brown, which IS readily accepted. American
rifles are chosen the weapons to be used, and
the distance at which the antagonists are to stand
apart is two hundred and forty feet Everything
is arranged between the friends of the principals,
and the affair is to be governed by the rules
which regulated the fatal duel between Jonathan
Ciey, of Maine, and VIM. j. Graves of Ken
lucky, in which Henry A. Wise, of Virginia, and
George W. Jones, were the seconds, When Mr..
REYNOLDS was informed of the arrangements. he
Immediately sent another letter to the editor of
the Democrat stating that he near sighted,
and could not distinguish man two hundred and
forty feet from him. and wished that the distance
should be reduced to twenty PAGES thereby pla
eng, the combatans upon II more equal footing
The editor would not reduce the distance II foot
and the attorney was not disposed to fight with
man whom he could not see. aud the affair en-
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07


The public cantionrd against another counter 't,
which ha- Iatcly . its appearance, chile w. Il ar
,rps Arabian Linimcn, the most dangerous al all the
conncreiis because his having the name .. Fairell
rnnfy will buy it in good faith without the know ledge
TINT connleri, exisr. and thy will perhaps only
I'll. cover their when the spurious MKT re has
wiuugh ts evil effects
The genuine article Is manufactured only by II G.
Fnrfcil. sci, Inventor and proprietor and wHnesale
druggist No II Main street. Peoria. Illinois, ~ whom
nil Applications for Agencies must be addressed BE
s.le yon get it with the letters H. G before fatrelfs,
thus II. q. FARRELL'S-aud his ,ign,ure the
wrapper Mi others are commercials
sold hy Il. SrABLER u Co, Druegi-i-.
LNnehhurs, Va.
md b, resnnry authorized agents throughout the United
Sintcs.
~ Price - and 30 cents and ! per bottle
AGENTS WANTED in every town, village and
Ian lei in the United Stats in which i not rlready
,~ttba bod. Adj css II. & Farrell ahove, accom-
panied win good rrei,ir, character, respon-ibii
t. &c. MARIO dSr4w
Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1855-04-07

We are requested to say that the Dioramie
Paintings will continue on exhibition at the Ma
sonic Hall to-day and Monday, afternoon and
night. Ministers and their families are invited
to attend.