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San Andreas independent., 1857-02-28

POPULAR LECTURE.-On Tuesday evening last,
our citizens were highly edited with Free
Lecture by Professor Blank, on the Sciences of
Mesmerism, Electrical Sycology sometimes
called Electrical Biology,) Phrenoiogy. Demon
ology and all the other ologies. The learned
'Nologist proceeded by an Introductory, (de-
posting huge quid of Virginia weed under
the table, remarking that Mesmer was per-
secuted individual-had been killed for his
opinions. The obtuse science and occult exper-
iments he intended to explain had been patro-
missed by the wise men of the East the Magi
of Egypt and all the cute men of every land
were devotees of the theory. Electricity is the
foundation of all motion, and the primogenitor
is nothing but Electricity. The North pole was
positive and the South pole was negative, hence
the phenomena of the needle in the compass
land the milk in the cocoa nut The brain is
also magnetic and positive. Rotary electricity,
or motion of the body, is positive and negative
magnetism.
Certain practical experiments were then SUBJ
mitted, such as laying on of hands and shutting
of eyes in each case the Lecturer endeavored
to subyert the will, but without success, during
which he asserted magnetism is the most pow
erful thing on this earth" (?) 1--WE thought of
money (grand CASH. but said nothing Il The
use Of magnetism to communicate with the liv-
ing souls of this world. That magnetism cured
paralysis, Mysteries and rheumatism. He would
exhibit some of the most astounding wonders
ever witnessed since Baalam's time. He had
some Electro Galvanic Coin, to be held five
minutes between the five digits, and "keep
your eye on it," "Now, then, keep your hand
closed, | am trying scientific experiment"
he made few grotesque passes and felt behind
the ears of few subjects saying " he intended
to close the eyes of those gentlemen" }" who were
looking at the mysterious mesmeric Coin in
their hands. Experiments were thus continued
for near two hours, without much effect or sue
cess. Two persons were affected whether
by self-will or will of the Lecturer, we do not
know. One appeared slightly combative,
when that organ was touched, another appeared
fond of babies when the organ of philoprogeni-
tiveness was aroused, &c. Finally the practi-
cal part " came in," which at the beginning, he
said would be introduced at the close of the
lecture it was nothing more nor less than a
contribution to pay expenses This did not
meet with much favor, as the organ of benevo-
ience appeared to be dormant; some few SYM
pathlsers aroused it, by charitable appeals,
raising $40 in quarters, bits and dimes, which
he kept his eye ON until safely deposited in
his pocket. Thus ended our first, fashionable,
winter-evening lecture. The Professor had a
good house-about two hundred people being
present.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-28

SAN FRANCISCO MORNING CALL.-This sprght-
ly and excellent journal has been enlarged and
improved, placing it near "high water mark" in
the tide of its Calling We hope it may expe-
rience no ebb while it so ably sustains an hon
erable competition with consistent integrity of
character. We now receive the Daily Call by
the Daily Mail
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-28

GAMBLERS FINED.-Judge Hnkley, at Shasta,
says the Vide West, recently sentenced Sam
Waring and Jesus Alvarez, convicted of gam
bling, to pay a fine of $500, or be imprisoned
fifty days. A righteous sentence and an exam
pie which we hope to see extensively followed.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-28

San Francisco on last Tuesday, to elect Sen
ator rice Tilford resigned. On account of the
bad roads, we have no positive news. Report,
however, says, that F. A. Woodwork, Vigil
lance Committee Candidate is elected. His op-
ponents were Mr. Franklin Jones, democrat, and
Judge Tracy, republican.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-28

BALL AT UPPER CALAvERIrAs.-The Fourth
OF March, inauguration Ball, at Upper Gala
veritas, given by Mr.. and Mrs. Sharp, takes
place on next Wednesday evening Just the
time and the place for the gayest Ball of the
season.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-28

BALL ON THE SOUTH FoRK.-The Ball given
by Mark McNicholls, Esq, of the Calaveras.
takes place next Saturday evening, the 7th of
March, Weather permitting a large attendance
and rare sport may be anticipated.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-28

BRITISH PERoDICALs.-Attention is called to
the advertisement of the reprint of the British
Periodicals. They are the cheapest and best
publications of the age. See the terms
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-28

G. W. Whitman, Controller of this State, has
been impeached by a vote of the Assembly
Mr.. E. c. Burton, of Nevada, has been appointed
by the Governor to the vacancy thus created.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-28

We hope every miner, merchant and
trader, will clip out, the above and paste it
In book, for future reference. The bill
was mainly defeated through the eloquence
and efforts of Mr. Coffroth. Remember
this when you vote in future. We have
not the time, room, or correct information,
to say more at this time, but will ever op-
pose all who voted to sustain the infamous
{" California Steam Navigation Company, !"
and all the evil it entails. The citizens
of Calaveras county will hold, with their
votes, these gentlemen Senators responsible,
for coercing her best interests to monopoly,
more dangerous than any that has come
into power, since old Hickory put his foot
on the United States Bank.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-28
From the San Joaquin Republican, Of February 81.
MIR. NORMAN,S Steamboat Rtu
Killed i'm the Senate,

owe learn by telegraph that Mr. Norman S
bill to fix the rates Of freight and passage
on steamboats, belonging to the Steamboat
Navigation Company, were indefinitely
postponed In the Senate yesterday, by a
vote of Is yeas to 13 nays, after pro-
tracted debate, which lasted until half past
four clock in the afternoon. Thus again
have the wishes of the people been de-
feated by free passages, free drinks, and
suppers, and subsidized presses, some of
which profess to be democratic"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20
DIED.

OF Consumption, at Franklin, the residence of his
sister, Mrs Susan A Craven, on Friday May 1st, Mr..
JAS A. HErsKELL aged 81 youngest son ofthe late Mr.
Alex ST. c. Heiskel.
On the 25h ut at his fathers residence. in Clinton
CO.. Indiana Mr.. JOHN SKILEs, son of Mr.. John Skies,
formerly of Augusta county, Va, aged 20 years.
months and Is days.
At his residence, few miles south OF Marshall Sa-
line CO. Missouri on Tuesday morning, the 2Sth ult,
of Typhoid Pneumonia, COL WM. g. DAVIS, in the 63d
year of his age.
Col Davis removed from Augusta county, Virginia,
in the year lS40 and settled IN Howard county whence
moral WORTH kind neighbor and most worthy citizen
At the time of his death he was Presiding Justice OF
Saline County Conrt, which position he filled with
much satisfaction to its citizens and honor to himself
He leaves wife and large family to mourn his loss
W. A w.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20

FLL1pUsrERrNe DON'T PAY.-That filliLuster-
ING in the United States is not good invest
ment upon the capital ,'aid in, and the passion
and sentiment expended, Is proved by the fact
that while Americans have uever yet underta-
ken q National war that has 'siled, they nave
never undertaken marauding expedition that
has succeeded The ALBANY Journal gives the
following as proof;
''McKenzie's Patriot war in Canada falieG,
and its victims were transported or shot. Lo-
pez's foray in Cuba failed, and he perished oy
the garrote. The Sonora expedition failed, ID
the bones Of its deluded members are bleaching
on the plains. The Nicaragua expedition has
failed at last also. Walker is cooped up and
starving, while his men are begging their way
back homo through New York and New Or
leans
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20
Melancholy Occurrence.

The gentleman whose melancholy end is rela
ted below, was the Rev. B. G. MoPhail, former
ly teacher in the Academy in this place. His
numerous acquaintance and friends here were
greatly shocked by the intelligence;
'Hev. Benjamin n McPhail pastor of the
Presbyterian churches at Snow Hill, Newtown
and Pitts Landing in Worcester county, COM
mtted suicide about nine o'clock on Saturday
night, 10Th inst,,) by jumping into the bay from
the hurricane deck of the steamer Wilson Small
For several months before, Mr.. Mop. haC
been in delicate health, aud it was observed
nearly two weeks ago that his mind wandered
The attacks, however, were of only temporary
duration, and for day or two at time hi
seemed rational. He was aware of the malady
which afflicted him, and few days since ap
piled to the proprietor Of hotel in Snow Hill
where he resided with his family, for board, d
he was fearful he might do some personal inju
ry to his wife and children. His friends ther
thought it necessary to serd him to this city
that he might have the best medical care, ant
if possible be restored entirely to his reaSon.-
At an early hour on Saturday morning he start
ed, accompanied by his son, lad of thirteen
years, and Rev. Mr.. Morgan of the Methodist
Protestant Church. During the day he seemed
idIlVudl, uiAVS uO ShVtI " wv
self or others any injury, it was supposed he
would be quiet until the boat reached the city
About nine o'clock while the boat was between
Annapolis and Sharp's Island, Mr.. Morgan fel
to sleep, when Mr.. McPhail arose from his sea
to leave the cabin. His son, who had not slep
but watched his father, started to follow, wber
he turned, and in kind tone, said Benny
don't you come if you do you will never come
back" The boy alarmed and fearful that his
father would do him some injury, resumed his
seat without calling Mr.. Morgan to follow. Mr.
McPhail then went to the hurrican deck, laid of
his hat and cloak and plunged into the bay
His absence was not noticed for some time after
and when search was made for him his ha
and cloak were found. The deceased was ma
tive of Virginia, and the family now reside il
Norfolk. He was called to Snow Hill about {
year ago, and had become very popular as ;
preacher and gentleman He leaves an inter
esting family, consisting of wife and five chill
dren to mourn their sad bereavement.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20
NEW PLANET! GLORIOUS IN IT'S

A NEW PLANET! GLORIOUS IN ITS
N size, lovely in appearance, and bright as the ra-
dance of Beauty's eye, when Love beams wisifully
over Sea of Bliss AS rich and pure in its chaste
wealth, the iccle that hangs from dams Temple;
As Respondent in IFS magnif cence, as the sheeted
lightning that fires the Dome OF Heaven to listen to
the thunder tones of jehovah
S21 900! $1,000! 1900!
TICKETS ONLY ONE DOLLAR!
Look to it, all who for patty sum would garner
portion. FRIDAY, NAY ed CLASS III.
ONLY ONE DoLLAR Could the most misery mind
begrudge this trife for noble. prize?
Tile most Brilliant Lotteries IN, A'erica! The draw
ngs used to determine the prizes are authorized by the
State OF Delaware JOINT STOCK LOTTERY. T.
c. LIVINGSTON l. Co., Managers. Class III, rs num-
bers, IS drawn. To he decided by the drawing at
UI[ NLNlTON My 22G 1857.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20

ST. LOUIS AND CHARLEsToN.-Th st. Louis
Intelligencer few days since contained the fol-
lowing:
Among the articles of produce offered for sale
on Change yesterday, was a lot of one hundred
and thirty bales of Hay, which came ali the way
from Charleston, South Carolina, to this market
in about six days. 1t was forwarded from the
Atlantic coast by way of the Charleston and
Memphis Railroad, just completed, and the Mis-
sssippi river. 1t was offered at the quotations
of the best Illinois hay, and at that rate will pay
the owner profit.
The house to whom this was consigned have
already shipped large invoices of bacon and rope
to Georgia by the above route; of the latter, al
one time, to the value Of thirteen thousand dol
lars. Other firms are also filling Southern or
ders, and heavy trade is about to be Inaugural
ted.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20

THE CRoPs-As confirming our previously
expressed, and to considerable extent present
opinion in the matter, we copy the appended
remarks of the Cincinnati Price Current:
The advices regarding the growing wheat
crop we have had since our last, leave no doubt
that the prospects for most abundant crop,
should the remainder Of the season prove favor
able, were never more flattering. In most ca
ses, where the winter Wheat was supposed to
have been killed by the frosts OF March and A.
pri, it is now growing up from the roots, show
i'pg that though the blades persisted the roots
wee safe.
The wheat crop in Kentucky is reported,
since the weather became warmer, exceedingly
promising. and fields previously regarded hope
less now prom $50 an abundant yield.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20

CONDITION OF KANsAs.-A private letter re-
ceived from Hon. Fred. P. Stanton, dated Le-
compton, 9th April, gives an exceedingly graph
ic description of the country, and the present
affairs of Kansas. He says:
IL have been here now nearly two weeks
The country is indeed very beautiful and invi-
ting, but it is perfectly new and uncultivated
We have none Of the convenences of living
and have great trouble even in getting the me-
cessares of lfe The civil war of last year pre-
vented the farmers from making or saving any
crops; and now most everything we eat is haul
ed from the Missouri river; yet Notwithstanding
this, the people are coming in great crowds
Most of them come however with view tc
speculation. This brings great deal of money
into the country, and the consequence is that
everything is extremely high-quite as high as
in California upon the discovery of gold. But
these prices will not last. One year of peaceful
industry will give peace and prosperity to the
Territory hope to be able to maintain peace.
The prospect is quite good"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20
THE D1ADEM AND THE sCEPTRE

j. would be worn with dignity by the master mind
this Cluster of Brlliants Spendor and magnihcence
are here in all their beauty Behold the Prizes to be
divided among ticket holders Who can estimate the
benefits which this One Dollar Lottery will confer on
mankind? Who chronicle the Tears of the widow and
the orphan that the drawing of CLASS l24 will dry up
Behold its beauties, and quickly order Class ia,
$50 Dollars! Packages the best for Prizes, and
Packages of Whole tickets will cost only SIC Single
Tickets ST. Reliable and splendid Lotteries! Inc
drawings used to determine the prizes are authorized
BY the State of Delaware.
JOINT STOCK LOTTERY. T. G. LIVINGSTON d
Co., Managers. Class l24, rs numbers, IA drawn
To be decided by the drawing at WlLMlNGToN'
NAV 40 1897
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20
A LBEMARLE LAND FOR SALEM

N health being such as to prevent me from attend
ing to nv business as wish, | propose to sell pri
vately ''Mount Air., the Farm upon which live. The
county. in very sirable neghborhood, five and 0
half miles from ScOtsville James River, and fifteen
from Charlottesville. adjoining the lands Of Geo. c.
Gmer, Isaac r. Barksdae, and others, and contains
about One Thousand Acres, 3I5 being low
grounds large portion of which is very fertile. The
Mansion is ancient, but convenient buiiding-it Is
situated upon an eninence above the river and com
mands not only full view of most of the Farm, but
of the finest prospects IN the upper country tnt
Limestone, which has proven valuable for agricutu
raj purposes, both BY analysis and experiment runs
through one corner of the land and is very accessible
for mining purposes. will take pleasure IN showing
the land to any one who may call upon me.
Terms accommodating. JNO. ID. MUM, sR.
Nav 90, lS57-2m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20

THE MEoKLENBURG CELEBRATloM.-The cele-
braton of the anniversary Of the Mecklenburg
Declaration of Independence will take place at
Charlotte, n O.. or the Goth ult. Rev. Fran
els i. Hawks, of New York, will be the orator
OF the day Senator Butler, of South Carolina
ex-Gov Swan, of the University OF North Caro-
lima, and Chief Justice Nash are expected to bt
among the distinguished men present.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20
Pnhlic Sneaking.

James H. Skinner, Esq. the Democratic Candidate
for the Senate will address his fellowctize at the
following times and places
Greenville, Saturday, May 10th, at o'clock 2. NJ
Churchville, Tuesday F." 18th,
Middebrook, Wed'day " Goth,
New Hope, Friday 22nd,
Mt. Scion, Saturday 23rd,
He will also address the people at Union Hall IL
Staunton on the 1st dav of the Nav Court
He extends respectful invitation to his opponent
Mr.. Stuart.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20
EXECUTORS sALEoF VALUABLE

1I PROPERT1.--AS executor OF the last VIII anu
testament of Peter Orchard decd. will proceed on
SATURDAY. tile 30M Of May next, in front of b. Craw-
fords store in the town ofStaunton to sell at public
auction to the highest bidder, the FARM upon which
said Orchard lately resided. This property is very
desiraby notwithstanding the town-a large portion
being in the Corporation, within "a ola mile of church
es, schools male and female, shows, and the Rail-
road Depot. For Dairy and Vegetable Farm it has
peculiar advantages the soil is of good quality, and
well set in grass it is watered by line Springs and
the market is convenient For residence it combines
both the advantages of town and country, and Is SUBJ
ject to the inconvenience of neither The farm con-
tains about 200 Acres, a large portion of which
might be sold off to advantage for Town Pasture Lots
if desired l will have the Farm surveyed and q por-
ton of it laid off into such lots previous to the day OF
SALE the plat of which may be at the law office Of
Hartman Bell. will first offer the Farm as whole
but WILL if necessary sell it in parcels About 90 a.
ores of the Farm is good Meadow.
will at the same time, offer for sale TWO HOUSES
& LOTS in the town, upon the western end of Beyer
~ street.
TERMS OF SALE: -One-fourth ofthe purchase money
in hand, or by negotiable note at months, well en-
dorsed the residue in J. and years from the day OF
SALE The title will be made to the purchaser at once
and trust taken to secure the deferred payments
An arrangement may be made for longer credit on
the deferred payments if desired by the payment Of
interest.
~ Sale to commence at II o'clock A. ~
will sell the Wheat Crop separate from the land
II. NJ BELL
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20

NOTICE TO THE STOCKHOLDERS OF
IN THE H0WARDSVILLE AND ROCKFISH
TURNPIKE C0MPANY.-A general meeting of the
pike Company is required and qo be heLd at John p
Wilson'S at Stuarts Draft Augusta county, on Tues
day 26M Nay neet by order of the Stockholders hold
ing together more than Onetent of the Capital Stock
of the Company.
Stockholders are requested and urged to attend this
meeting business of Importance the inter- st of
the Company requires its attention. and will be brought
before it for consideration.
MATTHEW PILS0N, Stockholders
JAS. BUMBGARDNER, in the
AND OTHERS, H. & R. T. Co.
Anril % 1S57-tdm
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w.G o LOTTERY.
,,,........ ~ UIc'. ...'..''
Price of Tickets 81.

Price OF TICKETS OF.
Prizes in this lottery paid after the drawing, IN
bill of specie paying banks without deduction, on the
return of the ticket certificate entitled to the prize
Bills on solvent banks at par. All communications
strictly confidential
Certificates of 26 whole tickets $1,000
Certificates of &c half tickets .............. 500
Certificates Of 26 quarter tickets. 1900. 200
For lucky packages or tickets send to
NJ. SAVOY & Co., Agents,
n n
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20
MARRIED..

By Rev. C. s. NJ. See, on the 5th inst, Mr.. SAMUEL
LIFE to Miss MARGARET NJ FREEMAN,a of this county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20

,OCO Prizes amounting to.............s 1sS, 900
Whole Tickets $40; Halves $40; Quarters S.
~ Please address all orders for Tickets in the a.
bove Magnificent Scheme, to
T. H. HUBBARD CO.,
No. so Fayettest., or Box No. 40,
April %, 1857, Baltimore, Maryland.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20
priuting Presses and Type for Sale.

NHE subscriber having entered into an arrangement
| by which the True american and Spectator nave
been consolidated, and having, consequently no long
or any use for the printing materials USED III the once
of the True AmericaD, offers them for sale. 1dH
the material used in the publication OF tue Iue Il,
naerican, as we'll as that comprised In the eTee4ens
JJOB OFFICE connected with it, is now for SALE ana
will be sold upon such terms as Will make !. 10 tne n
eres of those in want of printing materials TO pur
chase from him. ,o,rrn
Tn This stock are comprised excellent POWER
PRESS and HAND PRESS manufactured by A b. ray
lor of New York city, and such furniture and mater
ais as are used in the best Newspaper and Job offices
in the country. .,ru:.
There is not an office in the State, outside OF the CIT
les whose stock of materials will compare,ln quantt
quality or variety with that now offered upon reaucea
terms
The type are as good as new, as may be seen 6y an
examination of the paper published with them. lnose
that have been used but little as they nave
been used but short tme and considerable proper
ton have never been used at all. -,
An opportunity is now offered to any one who VIII
buy the hoIe for cash, upon short time with good
endorsers to purchase them upon such reduced terms
as will enable him to realize sufficient profit to furnish
all the materials for good printing office without cost
In other words they will be sold upon such terms
that the purchaser will be able to establish welltur
nished printing Office and have, in addition, more
than the cost Of his purchase in good saeabe printing
materials. Though the subscriber would prefer to sell
all at the tme yet he Will sell portions Oh us
stock on the most reasonable terms. .
Persons desiring to purchase should apply soon, as
these materials will be removed, unless sold IN short
time.
Applicants for purchase should address, editors
Staunton Spectator" or the subscriber,
RICHARD MAUZY, Staunton, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-05-20
SCALES,-It is an admitted

FAIRBANKS SCALES,-It is an admitted
L fact that Fairbanks Scales are the best in use
they have been thoroughly tested and in every In
stance have taken the first premium. All who use
Scales, should use FAIRBANKS. Mers, particularly
will find it to their interest to use FAnBANKs Hopper
and Packing Scales. Corporations should use FAIR
RANKS Cattle and HAY Scales Merchants should use
FAIRBANKS Portable Platform and Counter Scales
All Railroad Companies do use FAIRBANKS Depot ano
Track Scales All of which can be had at manutactu
rers prices of the subscribers SOLE AGENTS in Rich
mond. GARRISON 4 ANDERSON,
No. 100 Nam Street
p;obmond Nav IL 1S5T-2m
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4 SMALL BUT VALUABLE = A R NJ

A UcTIoN.-I will sell on The ty Jo;t1w Zsdayi
N Nay election day. at my st9rel9 IN H MaGHnssooro
sist,pg Of Dry Goods, &c, &c. Terms made known
om tbe dav of sale, In the meantime will continue
to sell at Cost for Cash would again request all
who know themselves indebted me to call
and settle b el'ns ,epSed t to Immediately It is
s s"rs' s should It close up my business have first
rate PIANO, nearly new which will sell on accommo
dating terms. 49, 4:a - 9
10 X a,nc+;"n t the whole stock is disposed Of
vi 'No 0''''' JN0. T. ARNALL.