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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
DIR. e. HA WI MILLS
Celebrated Drawing & Healing Salve
attention.
Nay II, 1876.

DR.. H. being L,pentor and Sole Proprietor.
gNROM the great popularity this Salve has &C
IL quired, wherever it is known, and from the
satisfaction given in every case in which it has
been tried he feels encouraged to extend it more,
so that the public generally may have an opportu
nifty of receiving similar benefits. Those who are
troubled with Tetterworms, Bone-Felons, Pains
in the limbs or joints, Burns, Sprains, Blood Bolls,
Flesh Wounds, Eruptions on the skin, (no mat
ter of what character,) caused by an impure state
of the blood will find it to their advantage to use
his Salve. 1t will also cure the Scrofula, White
Swelling, Cancers, Warts, and various other all
ments 1t can be applied to any part of the body
with safety. 1t will cure many diseases which
have refused to yield to other medicines more cost
ly 1t is now for discerning and intelligent pub
lie to decide whether or not, have complied with
the custom of the times by attributing to it sana-
tive qualities which it does not possess. Since
| lS47 it has made more than $4,000 cures-if you
| buy the Save and observe the directions it will
cure yoa. By procuring DR.. E. Hammll's Uni
versal Drawing and Healing Salve, the mother can
put it on her infant of two weeks old with safety
it is as gentle as lamb and as powerful as a
lion. This Save has been sent for from three hun
bred to five hundred miles, and is becoming very
popular from the numerous cures it has made.
For sale by Il. P. s. j. B EsKRDGE, and o.
| G. MoRRIs, Staunton ANDREW HoUcK, Harri-
sonburg; j. J. s. A. g. BRowN, Bridgewater.
| Aug. 2, 1854.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
WESTERN VA. MARBLE WORKS,
STAUNTCN, VA.
JAMES G.. MARQUIS

HAS just received from the North mos tspien
III did supply of Italian and American Marble,
which he is now manufacturing into Tombs,
Monuments, Head and Foot Stones, Table and
Bureau Tops. Also, some of the very neatest
and most chaste designs for Cemetery purposes,
with Lambs carved to lay on the top. Pastery,
Paint and Muller stones constantly on hand. He
fatters himself to do as good work as any in Viz
the county. Carving and Lettering done in the
aeatest and best manner, and not scratched on as
is done by those who attempt to do that which
they know nothing about. He hopes from his
long experience at the business and doing good
work. to merit liberal share of the patronage
which ha. been extended to him for the last four
years in this place.
All orders from the country will receive prompt
attention.
Nay II, 1854.
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NEW SPRING G00DSlI

TINE subscriber is now receiving choice lot of
l. Spring and Summer goods, embracing 10 part
the following kinds, viz: Black Gro. D-Rhins,
Paris Striped Silks, Paris Printed Jaconett,
Printed and Solid Berages, French Lawns, Solid
Chalies, English, French and American Glhg-
hams, Striped and Checked Muslins, Dotted, FL
CURED and Plain Swiss do, Jaconetts, Nainsook
Muslins, Hair Cord for Skirts, Embroded Skirts,
Curtain Musns, Cambria and Swiss Edgings
and Insertings, Flouncng, Collars, Kid and Silk
Gloves, Hosiery, n very large lot of New Style
Dress Trimmings, Gimps, Lace, Wells, Ribbands
Silk Nantes very neat, l.. G. Handkerchiefs,,
Prints, Bleached and Brown goods, Summer Pant
Stuhs. Cloths and Cassimeres, Hats assorted,
Shoes, Groceries, Hardware, large lot of Queen
sware, Glassware, together with most every artI-
Gle for family use.
Theabove goods have been bought under favora-
lie circumstances, consequently no one shall pay
more for goods than fair and living price, as
am determined to adhere to the true principles of
doing business, "Short profits and quick Sales"
JAMES A. PIPER. near the
Woodward House.
Ctaunton AnrI II tS55-3m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
SaHaNOn'S Patent

Grain and Grass-seed Separator.
vESlllS Machine was invented and patented by
n q. b. Salmon, of Illinois, and, wherever it
has been exhibited, has taken precedence Of all
others for cleaning Grain and Grass Seeds.
The First Silver Medal was awarded to the in
Tentor at the Worlds Fair in New York, and the
first prize at the New York State Fair in 1852
1t has been adopted by the Richmond city MllerS,
who recommend it as the best machine known for
separating cookies and other impurities from wheat
1t will separate any two seeds of different size or
weight, is simple in it's construction, and easily
kept in order. 1t is peculiarly adapted to farmers
uses as it requires but little power to work it, and
cleans grain more perfectly than any machine now
in use.
1t can be furnished at the following prices, viz :
For Farmers Machine that will clean Is to
80 bushels per hour, $50
For farmers Machine that will clean 80
to so bushels per hour, 80
For a Farmers Machine arranged for horse
power) that will clean 80 bushels per hour, so
For Miller's Machine that will clean 30to
so bushels per hour s.
For Miller's Machine that will clean 50 to
IS bushels per hour, 100
For Millers Machine that will clean l25
to | 30 bushels per hour, $50
For Miller's Machine that will clean $50
to 200 bushels per hour, 200
Address R0. NJ ANDERSON,
Commission Merchant, Richmond, Va.
N. B.-County Rights will be sold on reason
able terms.
Feb. %, 1855. r. NJ. A.
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INSURANCE COMPANY
OF THE VALLEY OF va.
CHARTERED March IL, 1852.
9eNeS
CAPITAL 500. 400.

Win power 10 increase the same to $500, 900
--e9s--
THlS Company, having received very liberal
4 patronage from the public, continues to grant
Policies of INSURANCE AGAINST FIRE. on
the various kinds ofPROPERTY, MERCHAN
DIE, &c., at fair and equal rates.
The Company presents to the consideration Of
the citizens of Virginia the claims of the HOME
COMPANY, with an ample capital managed by ex.
perenced Officers, and directed by prudent BUSH
ness men, whose names are Familiarity known to
the public.
In soliciting further patronage, the Company as
sures the public that the business will be conduct
ed with view to permanency, and a strict regard
to the interests of all parties.
PRESIDENT, JOS. S. CARSON SECRETARY.
G. s. FUNK; AcTUARY, o. f. BRESEE.
DIRECToRs.-Jos. S. Carson, Lloyd Logan,
John Kerr, James p Rely, N. w. Richardson,
JAS II. Burgess, I'll. Ii. Mcclure, NJ. d.
Ey- GEO Z. PRICE, Local Agent, Staun-
ton.
Nov. 90, 1887.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
Saddle and Harness Furnishing Store.

SaQQl6 anu Adl nooS III uASu1AS DIoi Ct
YTyHE subscriber has removed his establishment
4 to the Store on Augusta Street, between the
stores of Staples s, Martin and Brightwell s
Hope, near the Railroad Depot, where he has on
hands splendid stock of Saddiery Find Or
ings; Trees of all styles; Bits; Strrups, eA=as
assorted Spurs of best quality Harness Mount
ings of every description; Stage Harness Mount
ngs Stage Harness Wagondo Stage and Draft
Collars; Coach do Buggy do; Scotch do; Eng
ish Bride Fills, and domestic do; Whips of eve
ry description Trunks in great variety; Hand
do Boston Valises; Carpet Bags; Bonnet Box
es Hat Boxes; Ladies' Fancy Work Boxes ; Fly
Nets; Far Tips, and Hoods Canes of every style
Wood Mats; Hog Skins Morocco Skins; Patent
Leather; Enameled do; Fancy Bride Fronts;
English Web Roller and Union do Rein Web
Three Cord Silk and Thread and in short every
article in this line of business.
He is also constantly manufacturing Saddles,
Brides and Harness of every description, by the
best workmen in the Valley.
He especially invites the attention of country
Saddlers to his stock Of materials before purchas-
ing elsewhere.
lie will give personal attention at the Store
when not engaged as Jailor of the county.
H. E. BRYAN.
Slaunton, March 81, 1856.
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z. B. ADDISON. d. HOWARD.
ADDISON & HOWARD,
General Commission and Forwarding
REPGHA MTS

Ind Dealers in agricultural Implements, Seeds,
Fertilizers &c.,
AT MEssRs. ADDISON MEADE's OLD STAND,
UNION STREET, ALEXANDRIA, VA.
ORDERS for Pennock's Wheat Drills, either
" with or without Nelson's Guano Attachment,
as we'll as all other articles in their line or to be
had in their market, will be filled with prompt
ness
Terms CASH or its equivalent.
Particular attention will be paid to the sale Of
Flour, Wheat, Corn, Rye SC.
Goods consigned to their care will be forward
ed with despatch.
Aug. 80, 1854.
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Notice.

A S trustees in deed of trust executed by John
IA G. Kyle s. Bro, on the 28th of July, 1854.
and recorded in the Hastings Court Clerks office
of the town OF Stanton, we hereby notify all per-
sons indebted in any manner to the said concern,
that said debts of every kind have been transfer
red to us, for the purposes in the said deed men
toned. Our duty requires an immediate collee
ton of said debts and upon all of them, without
discrimination, not settled by the 9Th of August,
we will be compelled to institute legal proceed
ings. Our receipt only will be an acquittance.
IMBODEN s. McCUE, Trustees.
July 90, 1854.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
Cash Music and Piano Store
OF
II 0 r A CE w A T E RS
No. :s:s3 Broadway, ~. ".

OPPOSITION To MONOPOLY.
Music at Greatly Reduced Rates.
NOTWITHSTANDING the combination Of
~ music dealers to keep up the prices of nom
copyright music, against the interests of natire
composers, and their refusal to extend to Mr.. Wa
tiers the couresles of the trade, he is making I'M
n.ense sales-having abundant evidence, that he
has public countenance and support, in his opposi-
tiOn to the GREAT MONOPOLY, and in his efforts to
aid NATIVE TALENT, and 10 adopt the NATIONAL
CURRENCY. His stock of American and Europe
an music is immense, and the catalogue of his own
publications is one Of the largest and best selected
in the United States. He has also made GREAT
REDUCTION in the prices of Pianos, MELopEoNs
and MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS of all kinds Supe-
rior toned % octave Pianos for Sl75, 5000 and
S223, interior of as good quality, and instruments
as strong and as durable as those which cost $500
Pianos of every variety of style aud price up tc
$1,000, comprising those of TEN different manufac-
| tories among them the celebrated modern improu.
ed Horace WATERS Pianos and the first pre-.
MUM EoLAN PIANOS of Il. GILBERT & CO.:
make, Owners of the Eolion patiently Second
hand Pianos at great bargains. Prices from SAC
| to Sl5O. Melodeons from FIVE different manu-
factories, including the well known S. ID. & II
w. SMITH's Melodeons, (tuned the equal temper.
ament,) the best made in the United States. Pri
ces SIS, 500, SIS, 500, Sis, Sl25, $l35, and
$3.50. Smiths Double Bank Meodeons $780,
Each Piano and .uelodeon guaranteed. The
best terms to the trade, schools, &c.: l2s pei
cent. discount to clergymen and churches. AL
orders promptly attended to. Music sent to all
parts of the country, postpaid. at the reduced
rates. General and select catalogues and schedule
of prices of Pianos forwarded to any address free
of charge.
New York, March ID, lS55.-3m
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NOTICE.

HAVING purchased the entire interest of J.
Al w. MERRITT in the Stock Of Goods and
Accounts, commencing the lst day Of January,
1855,
beg leave to inform my friends and the pub
lie generally, that | will continue the DRY
GOODS business at the old Stand Of DEAKINS
4 MERRITT.
Sincerely thankful for past patronage, and no.
ping by an accommodating spirit and strict attea
lion to business to merit continuance of the same
A. J. DEAKINS.
Stanton, Jan. 81, 1855.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
Livery, Sale and Exchange Stable.
AUGUSTA SAVINGS BANK,

EVILS institution will receive sums of money
not less than S. on deposit, for which interest
Will be paid at rates fixed by the constitution
Deposits can be drawn out at any time after ff-
teen days notice. NOTES FOR DISCOUNT
must be made payable at the Central Bank of Vir-
ginia, and dated on Tuesday of the week they are
presented. The Board of Directors meet each
Monday night at early candle light. Office of the
Bank at the Hardware Store of Watts & Rich
ards. E. G. RICHARDS, Treasurer.
Staunton, Feb. T, 1855.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16

TNIiE subscribers have now in store and one[ tor
Il sale the most extensive and desirable stock OF
SPRING GOODS they have ever exhibited
Their stock embraces every article and grade OF
goods in their line and will be sold prices to suit
the times. The very latest styles of goods intro
duced into the country are made up in the most
superb manner and kept by US and having one Of
our firm constantly in the New York market buy
ing goods for cash, and manufacturing as we do
for eight houses, we possess advantages, and can
offer such inducements to the Merchant and con
sumer as will defy competition. We have been
engaged in this business in this city for the last
seventeen years; and a constantly increasing trade
is the best recommendation we could offer of our
goods and mode of doing business We return
our thanks for the patronage Of our friends. and
pledge our best efforts to please those vino favor
US with call.
KEEN, BALDWIN s. co.
Richmond, March ID, 1855.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
DIR, JAMES JOHNSTON,

Surgical and IHeCHdnICdI UeHCIsI,
HAVING been located permanently in Staun-
LII ton for the last four years, would respectfully
inform his friends and the public generally, that
he still continues to practice Dentistry in all Its
various branches with the strictest regard to du-
rabilty and usefulness.
Office on the south side of Main Street, oppo-
site the old Spectator Office.
Stanton. Nov. 90, 1854.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
To the Old Soldier.


n HAVE formed an association with gentleman
Il who has long resided in Washington City, and
whose business, for the last 90 years, has been to
prosecute claims for pensions, bounty land, &C.,
against the Government With the aid of this
gentleman am prepared to afford to Old Soldiers,
and their Widows and Heirs, prompt and efficient
aid in prosecuting their claims, under the act Of
the Sd of March, 1855, which gives, to any SOL
der who has served IA days in the United States
service, 100 acres of land. have been furnished
with all the proper instructions from the Depart
ment. Those who are entitled to pensions or to
bounty land under the said act, should make ear
ly application, in order to secure speedy action
upon their claims.
can be found at all times at the office of ny
father David Fultz.)
MARSHALL X. FULTZ.
Stanton, March %, lS55.-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
WILLIAM A. STERREIT,
Merchant Taller,
Sfauntnr IA.

DEGS leave to call the attention Of his friends
I'D and purchasers generally 10 his large and beauI
titul stock of SPRING GOODS, purchased at
a low figure for cash in the Northern cities, and
will ne made to order, in a stya which he fatters
himself will please the most tastidious, at fair ly-
;nG prces, for cash, or on usual time to response
bic and prompt customers.
He deems it useless to enumerate, and will on
w say that his stock embraces Cloths, CaSsimeres
and Vesting of almost every imaginable variety of
style and material. Finishing goods, Trimmings,
and in fact every thing necessary to dreSsa gentle
man from head to foot. (ceptiag has bOots!D
He respectfully solicits call from all in want
of any thing, and pledges himself BY fair dealing
to merit the patronage Of the public.
Staunton April IL, 1855.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
$4,000 Gifts for the People.
VLRG IMLA Arr UNION |!

Eysry body haeing Ticket gels an Engraving
worth One Dollar IN addition 10 a chance
IN The Distribution Of the Gifts
A MID the numerous Gift Distributions spring.
N ING up in various States, the Proprietors of
the above beg leave to submit one which they hope
will prove not unacceptable to Virginians. The
money at least is confined to home circulation, a
consideration worth something in slight times"
1t makes small drafts on the pccket-gives every
man positive equivalent for his money, and e.
quail chance with the rest for a valuable gift. As
soon as the Tickets are sold the following Bril-
liant Schedule of valuable property will be dis
tributed in Gifts to the Ticket holders, by COM
mittee Of SIX managers, gentlemen Of well known
and unimpeachable character.
Farm, 200 Acres, in Lynn county,
Missouri worth $500
Two-story Brick House and Lot, in
Petersburg, Hardy CO., Va, 1900
5Spendid Gold Watches, worth Sl25, CPS
20 Excellent Silver do, {" 25, 500
40 Rich and Beautiful Shawls, +" Is, 600
100 Ladies' Gold Breastpns, g 5, 500
100 Gents &" :" 5O0
100 Gifts OF s. each, to BE paid in store
goods, from the Projectors large as
sortment kept constantly on hand, 500
500 Gold Pens in silver cases, worth S2s, 1850
500 g Rings, :" 2, 1000
1864 Silver Pencils, g" Il, 1898
Every body by paying ONE DOLLAR will re-
ceive a certificate Of membership, emitting him to
handsome large Lithographic Engraving of
W,.4SELN'GTON IND ARMY CROSS
INC THE DEL.4W,ARE, (cheap at one dol
lar, and which cannot be bought by the single
copy at less than which nothing is more fit to
hang up in the parlOr of every American. Each
subscriber will also be entitled to an equal share
in the Distribution of the Gifts. The Engravings
can be sent by mail, and we will commence deliy-
/ erng them'as soon as received. We have EN-.
ployed an ARTIST who is already engaged il
getting them up
o. For Particulars, Tickets, &c., call upon o,
address, postpaid, the Proprietors at Seymours
vile, Hardy CO., Va.
HIGlNBOTHAM s. CO., Proprietors.
March %, l655.-tf.
o. The Distribution Of the Gifts in the above
scheme will take place as soon as $4,000 tickets
have been sold.
o. The Tickets are meeting with a genera
acceptance-abOut 5000 having been already dis
posed of-and we may safely anticipate the Da,
of Distribution soon.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
THE AMERICAN HOTEL,
AT THE RAILROAD DEPOT,
IrMT0N VA


TTNHIS new and extensive Hotel is just compile
Il ted, and is row open for the reception of Wis
itors. 1t is situated within few yards of the
Railroad Depot, and is convenient DINING
HOUSE for passengers arriving in the cars and
going westward.
j. l.. Heiskell s. 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 those who desire to spend
few days in this healthy "City of the Noun
tains," will find that the Propretors have spared
neither pains nor expense to promote the comfort
of their guests.
Good STABLINe has been provided for the coun-
ty and travelling custom.
Our country friends will find warm welcome
and moderate charges.
VIM. H. CARRIER & co.
* x s S:s 800: p''p''.'...
Staunton, July S. ls54.-tf.-V. and M. copy.
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a FRESH SHIPPLY.

'gNHE undersigned would most respectfully in
form his old patrons and friends, and the public
generally, that he is again in Stanton selling
goods, and would be pleased to wait upon them
at the we'll known stand adjourning the Valley
Hotel. He has just returned from the North,
and has finished opening his stock of Spring and
Summer Goods. His stock of Dry Goods is full
and complete, including Ready made clothing of
various qualities and prices. Also, large lot OF
Groceries, Hardware, Queensware, Boots, Shoes,
Hats, Caps, Drugs, Stationary, Tobacco, Powder
SC. All Of which he will sell at short profits for
cash. or to punctual customers at the usual credit
of six months. CHAS. Z. RIDGWAY.
Staunton, May 8, 1854.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
HEgaailrOiiiPE,ips.

I'VE have Just opened large assortment of
W French, Gipsre, Opasse, Honilon aud Lace
Collars, Sleeves and Bands OF the latest styles
Also, Honiton, Maltese, Yalencenes and Eng
Iish Thread Laces and Edgngs Of new patterns.
KAYSER & STRlBLING.
S.auntoa, April L. 1865.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
Dissolution.

rJvIIE Firm heretofore existing under the name
Il of Harper s. Bro. is this day dissolved by
mutual consent.
All knowing themselves indebted will settle
with the Junior partner, Is. Z. Harper.) who a
lone is authorized to use the name of the house.
HARPER s. BRO.
Stanton, March Ia, 1865.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
LIVER COMPLAINT.

VOUS DEBILITY, Disc: Sc OF THE KID
NEYS, AND ALL Dis Asses A Using
FROM a DISORDEhEu LIVER
OR STOMACH;
Such Consumption, Inward Piles, Funcss of Blood to
the Head, Acidty Of the Stomach, Nausea, Heartburn
Disgust for Food, Fullness Weight in the Stomach,
Sour Fluctuations, Sinking or Fluterng at the Pit Of
the Stomach, Swimming of the Head, Hurried and
Difficult Breathing, Futerng at the Heart, Choking
or Suocatng Sensations when in lying posture, Dim
ness Of Vision, Dots or Webs before the Sight Fever
and Dull Pain in the Head, Deficiency Of Perspiratlon,
Yellowncss Of the Skin and Eyes, Pain in the Side,
Back, Chest, Limbs, &c, Sudden Flushes Of Heat,
Burning in the Flesh, Constant lmaginngs ofEyi, and
Great Depression Of Spirits,
CAN BE EFFEcTUALLY CURED ny
DIR. HOOFLAND'S
CELEBRATED GERMAN BPTTERS,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-05-16
LOOK THIS WAY!!!

wv J.POINTS would respectfully inform his
W. friends and the public that he is at the old
stand, one door above the Union Hall and nearly
opposite the Central Bank.
He has on hand large and excellent stock of
TIN, BRASS and SHEET-IR on WARE,
(painted, plain and japanned.) Also various pat
terms of COOK STOVES, all of which are the
most improved in use.
ROOFING, SCOUTING, GUTrERING and REPAIR
ING of all kinds done as Low as it possibly can be
in any portion of the country
Staunton, March %, lS55.-2m
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sTAUNToM, APRIL 4, 1855.
KAYSER & STRIBLING

ARE now receiving from tue Northern Cities
N very large and choice selection Of Staple
and Fancy DIN Goods suited to the season.
They have used more than ordinary care in the
selection of their present stock, and feel assured
that they have never had It in thoir power to OF
ter their friends more complete and desirable one.
They would especially cali attention to their
large stock OF superior Irish Linens, imported di-
rect from one of the best manufactures OF Ireland
by themselves. They can sell them much cheap
er than those purchased in the ordinary way and
warrant them pure linen.
Stanton. Aprii A 1855
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DIR. HENRY ]. CHURCHMAN

FIENDERS his professional services to the citizens Of
i Staunton and the sursoJmtue COUNTRY
pc;- Office over the Pest Office
Ssa.sn.os. MASp1 8. 1894