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The Nevada journal., 1857-05-29
AMERICAN EXCHANGE.

"A AMEklCAN EXCHANGE.
GEO. E. TowNsoN, PROPRIETOR.
"A The undersigned would respectfully in
<<HN\ form his friends and the old patrons of the
as.zs9l above named House, that he is prepared to
AA2A>6A accommodate them in better style than any
other House in the mountains, at the junction of
Main, Washington and Commercial SITS.
The House is new, and the largest, most commodous
and best furnished opened in Nevada No expense
has been spared to make the estab ;hment the
Best and most Complete House in the City.
Combining elegance with comfort it offers accommoda
ons the permanent transient boarder that cannot
be surpassed in the State The central position this
House occupies renders 1t desirable stopping place.
while all the stages of the California Stage Company
starting from and arriving at this establishment makes
thighly convenient for transient visitors.
The Restaurant
Is under my charge and experienced caterers en-
gagged from San Francisco well posted in their
business. l will guarantee that the
tt a II Il z
Will be supplied all the uxuries comforts be
had in the market and the attendants will pay strict at
ention to the comfort of those who visit the House
THE BAR.
GEO. LEWIS & VIM. WALKER,
Have taken the Bar where they intend keep tho best
Wines, Liquors, &c. &c.
To be found in this State They hope by striving to please
all to merit full share of ofpatronage.
Lodging Department.
The parlors and bedrooms large and well ventilated
newly and handsomely furnished. with frsrate beds
and all the appliances for comfort Particular is
taken to keep the beds and clean and comfortable
Eehr
The Nevada journal., 1857-05-29

05- Do you want good Colored Ambrotype Da-
guereotype Likeness of yourself friend If so, call
at LEVEY'S, Main street, between the Journal Office
and the Court IIoue. His portraits superior to
many inferior to none. Call and examine his pic
lures. apl7tf.
Temperance Society.---The regular meetings of
the Nevada Auxiliary No. of theCaliforna State Tenn
pcrance society held in the Temperance Hall eve
ry Wednesday evening.
JOHN WILLIAMS, Prest.
l. F. VAN HAGAN, sec'y. apl7tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
Cold MEDIA, Premium Piano Fortes.

HETILLIAM KNABE, senior partner in the late
w firm of KSApE, GAEHLE Co., continues the
manufactures and sale of GRAND AND SQUARE
PIANO FORTES, under the name OF WILLIAM
KNABE ,e CO., at the old stand Eos /, 3, and
North Eutaw street. opposite the Eutaw House. BAL
r,xoRg They have also just opened yer safes room,
vi No 207 Baltimore street, between Charles and Light
Streets on the premises partly occupied by Mr. Henry
McCaffery, as Music Store, where they will keep
constantly on hand large assortment of PLAIN and
HIGHLY Finished GRAND AND SQUARE PIANO FoRTEs;
also. MELODEONS from the best Makers from to
Octave some with Double Key boards, Double Reeds,
and Stops to suit small Churches.
Being extensively engaged in the manufacture OF
Pianos we will sell Wholesale and Retail, on the most
liberal terms.
Our Pianos were awarded the Highest Premium
Gold Meda at the Fairs of the Maryland Institute
two successive years October, 1855 and 1855, In OPP
position to IA and IS Pianos from some OF the best
makers, from New York, Boston and Baltimore. We
were also awarded the First Premium at the lndustr-
al Exhibitions held in Richmond Va 1856 and 1857.
In addition to this we are in possession OF testimo-
malls from the most distinguished Professors and ANA
teurs in the country which can be at Ware
rooms speaking for themselves and Others of the high
appreciationn which our Instruments are everywhere
held.
All instruments are guaranteed for five years, and
privilege of exchange is granted within the ilrst SIX
months from the day of SALE if the instruments do not
give entire satisfaction.
Wholesale Dealers will find it to their advantage to
give ms call before purchasing.
s5gge Pianos exchanged, hired, and tuned.
WIN KNABE & co.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
WONDERFUL |!

A SIX Mr. Henry Campbell. of Montgomery CO., Pa,
"A if two bottles Of DE GRATH'S ELECTRIC OIL
did not his children Of Scarlet Fever running at
the Ears and Jumps the Throat after the
GRRTH's ELECTRIC OIL for three years in his fam
lily, and would not be without it in his house.
Ask Mr.. Hildebrandt, of Indiana CO., Pa, If one
bottle of Prof. DE GRATH'S ELECTRIC OIL did not
cure him Of Rheumatism of two years standing. He
says he would give $25 bottle for 1t IL no could not
get it otherwise.
Ask Mr.. SamI Harper, of Alexandria Va, If Prof.
De Grath's ELECTRIC OIL did not cure his son OF
Deafness Of years standing, after all had
failed Ask him if he did hot see case of Paralysis
cured which induced him to try 1t on his son.
CuLpEpER G. H., Va, Jan. z, 1857.
Prof. De GrGth-DEAR Sir : This is to certify that
nv servant boy, Philip has been deaf for upwards OF
10 years have tried various remedies without CT
feet. For the last or years he has been getting
worse, when by the application of your genuine E
ing was so far restored that he could hear person
speak in a common tone Of voice. can cheerfully
recommend it to all
Yours, truly, JNo. JAMESON
We the undersigned the operation performed and
acknowledge it to be of the most miraculous cures
ever made in this place
T. NELSON oLAInBoRSE, Culpcpor G. II.
L. c. TURNER, do. do.
=. II. JAMESON, do. do.
JNo L UTz, Rappahanock Co., Va.
PROF. DEGRATa'S ELECTRIC OIL CURES
Rheumatism, Soreness, I Deafness
Ulcers, Burns, Scalds
Pains, Cramps, Piles &o.
Ladies should use it. 1t is sweet and pleasantto use
N. B. Be careful and sec that the written sigma
ture of Prof De Grath is the label, and his name
blown in the bottle all others are rascaly counter
feits.
To be had at DR.. MERRILLAr's Drug Store Main
Street.
Jan. II, 1s57-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
THOMAS HOPE & CO.,
%. 142 CHAMBERS STREET. NEW YORK,


Established 1920
IMPORTERS and Dealers in all descriptions of Rare
| Old Madeira, Sherry and Port Wines, Finest Old
Brandies, Superior Old Jamaica,S Crox and Antigua
Rum, Old Holland Gin, and every variety of Fine I'M
ported and Domestic Liquors.
CHAMPAGNE-Ma Sutaine, Moet Cbandon and
Mumm's Imperial, Cabinet and Verzenay, Heidseick,
and other Brands.
CLARET AND SAUTERNE- including Chateau
Margaux, Chateau LATTE, Leoville Larose, Margaux
and st. Julien, Chateau and Haut Sauternes.
HOOK WINES-of Johannesberger Marcobrunner,
Rudesheimer, Hockheimer, Sparkling Hook and Mo-
selle.
SEGARS-of all the choicest varieties Elegantes, Re-
galias, Conchas, Operas, Pressed and Communes.
FOREIGN FRUITS-of all kinds, Raisins, Almonds,
Prunes, &c.
HAMS AND TONGUES Burlington, Virginia and
Westphalia Hams, Smoked and Picked Tongues.
GOSHEN BUTTER-in Firkins, Tubs and Stone
Jars.
FOREIGN. PICKLES-sauces, Catsups, Sardines,
Capers Olives, &c.
PRESERVES-East and West India and Domestic.
And full and general assortment every variety OF
FINE GROCERIES.
New York March a. 1S57-1vr
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02

MOTTO E.-The 45 600 Acre Re-Survey, as made
~ bv VIM. Poage for Charles Gallagher, by order of
the worshpfu Court Of Bath county-each individual
lot exclusive of subsequent surveys as resurveyed
and returned by Edward J. Mclaughlin, the Surveyor
appointed BY the Federal Court-wl be sold at pri-
vate sale BY ZopHAR H. JARVIS Attorney in fact for
the Propretors Of the $4,000 Acre Survey, or WILLIAM
McLAuauLN, of Lexington, Rockbridge county, Va.
If not previously disposed Of at private sale, will
be sold at public sale Etarsdag, te lOah day0 Sep
TENDER next at the Warm Springs, Bath county, Va.
Surveys since the 26h day of January 1916, will re-
huqush and surrender their Patents prior to October
next; failing SO to do, Suits viii be commencedagainst
them. By TIE AgePt for the Ir0prletoTs
Anil conv ids
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
Purify the Blood.

NEOFFATs Life PILLS AND PHG-
I'VE NIX BITTERs.-Free from on potSoms.-
The great popularity which Moffat's Life Pills and
Phoenix Bitters have attained in consequence of the
extraordinary effected by their use renders it
unnecessary for the proprietor to enter into partc
ular analysis of their medicinal virtues or properties
Having been than twenty years before the pub
lie, and having the united testimony of more than
THREE MILLIONS of persons who have been restored
to the enjoyment of perfect health by them it is be-
ieved that their reputation the best vegetable med
icne before the public admits Of no dispute. In
almost every city and village in the United states
there are many who ready to testify to their efca-
cy in removing disease and giving to the whole sys-
tenn renewed vigor and health
In cases of Scrofua Ulcers, Scurvy or Eruptions of
the skim the operation of the LIFE MEDIcINEsistr u-
ly astonishing, often removing in few days every
vestge of these oathsome diseases by their purifying
effects on the blood Fever and Ague, Dyspepsia,
Dropsy, Piles, and in short most all diseases, soon
yield to their curative properties No family should
be without them, by their timely much suffering
and expense may besaved
" Prepared by WILLIAM B: M0FFAT, M. D.,
NEW YORK, and for sale by j. G. NJ. MERRILArT,
Staunton, Va. March 81, 1s57-1y
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
NEW sEGAR AND TOBACCO STORE

~ OPPOSITE THE VIRGINIA HOTEL, and adjoining
Knmerers ascelry StOre.To the lovers Of the Weed,
and chewers of Tobacco beg leave to announce that
have opened SEGAR AND TOBACCO ESTAB-
LISHAENT at the above mentioned stand where atall
times may be found SEGARS Of all the most admired
Brands, ofimported and domestic manufacture, with
Chewing and Smoking Tobacco of the very best kind,
practical experience of many years in the above bus
mess, and thorough knowledge of the same, ustifes
me in saying that can supply all demands and adj
minister to The taste of the most nyeterate tobacco
chewers and smokers. hope my many friends will
or to establish myself here promising them strickland
faithful attention to business.
WILLIAM BARKMAN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
\ OOD NEWS FOR THE AFFLICTED.

GOOD NEWS FOR THE AFFLICTED.
U -Da PULLERS COMPOUND T0LU.-Thes g.
bore preparation is one of the most prompt and efficient
remedesn cases ofCaarrh Bronchial Affections Colds,
Coughs Hemouhage of the Lungs, in fact all afec-
tons of the Throat and Chest that can be resored TO-
This medicine has tendency of allayng the Cough,
healing the Lungs and Stomach, and produces free
expectoration, without the cough. In its use no dele
terous effects need be apprehended while it frequent
ly effects cure like a charm.
Prepared and sold wholesale and retail, by
JOHN FULLER, NJ. D.,
Halifax street. Petersburg, Va.
For SALE wholesale and retail, by LAIRD LINK,
Druggists, Main street, Staunton, and w. W. KING,
Waynesboro' ZAP. %, ls57-ly.
TINE READY.MADE CLOTHING, OF
IL THE BEST FINISH AND LATEST STYLES.
-ROANE & ABBY, having located themselves in
Staunton, (under the Virginia Hotel) would call the
attention of citizens and the public generally to their
stock of Readgmade Clothing, equal to the best Gus.
tom Work in fit and finish. Also, an assortment Of
fine Linen Bosom Shirts Collars, Drawers Socks, and
and Gentlemen's Furnishing generally, all Of which
they offer at Baltimore prices for CASH.
New Goods receiving every few days, by which
means fresh supply is always on hand.
Goods ordered at the shortest notice.
~" ALL work warranted to give satisfaction.
Stanton April Is, 1657.-tf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02

HAS lust received another Case of LADIES' AND
Ill GENTLEMEN'S BOOTS, SHOES AND GAIT,
Frs manufactured expressly for him by the celebrated
Boot and Shoe Maker of Paris, that is Meles. He has
ture of Ladies' and Gentemen's Boots and Shoes Of
every description He also keeps always on hand the
best of Baltimore Philadelphia and Eastern work, and
thus, with his own manufacture and his imported
work. his assortment win surpass any other house in
have shipments of goods made to him every month (;
so that he will hereafter be kept regularly supplied
with the best of, and ALL the latest styles of French
Boots and Shoes of every kind He has Shoes in this
country, and he invites the ladies to coll andsee them
as they are something extra.
Richmond Oct % 1856
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
Waynesboro. Nov. 22, 1856.

DEEL & STEVENS, WHOLE -0
l. sale Druggists, 80 King street, are now re- W
ceiying large stock of Foreign and Domes- II
tic Drugs Dye-stus Paints, Oils Varnishes Brushes
Window Glass, Putty, Patent Medicines &c., to which
they call the attention of dealers They will sell at
Northern prices, and guarantee satisfaction In every
respect Particular attention given to orders.
AIaxnndrin Eah % 1857 -lv
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
TO THE CITIZENS OF STANTON.
DENNIS h BROTHER,
DYERSl

DEG to inform the citizens of Staunton and vicinity,
ID that they are now prepared to execute every de-
scription of Silk, Cotton or Woollen DYEING or
CLEANSING as we'll as can be done in New York, or
elsewhere We have new Machinery and the very best
Of workmen, and guarantee to give satisfaction to our
patrons Merino Silk and Delain Dresses dyed into
fashionable colors, to suit the taste Of the owners;
Shaws of every description dyed and cleansed; Grape
Shaws dyed Scarlet, Crimson or other colors equal
to imported; Velvet dyed nearly equal to new; Silk
Dresses cleaned and grease or wine stains removed.
We intend to do work equal TO any establishment
in the United States and respectfully solicit the pat
ronace of the citizens of Staunton and vicinity.
N. B,-Gentlemens Garments cleaned and dyed to
look like new, DENNIS 4 BRO,
Successors to j. W. HINES,
Franklin St. opposite Metropolitan Hall,
Richmond Sept 10, lS56-4m. Richmond, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02

CALIFORNIA.-Th unders gned has just re.
turned from the eastern cities, where ne learned
all tho late improvements relative to the art of HE'LL
MISUNDERSTANDING. He will hereafter take chief:
" MELAINOTYPE LIKENESSES, IA new style Of
picture recently patented they will neither crumble
nor break and are susceptible of higher degree ofn-
ish than any other now produced They are taken on
Japan iron plates He has just finished Car No 2 and
win finish No 3 Sin the course ofhuman events. He
thinks ne will then be able to answer all calls that are
made upon him for Pictures both east and west of the
Blue Ridge which he could not do during the past
Springs and as soon as he returns with his Galleries
he will visit every store and road OF any note in the
counties Of Augusta and Rockingham, to furnish the
public with good Sky light Pictures, and not with
light operators who travel for reputation but for
dollars and cents Thenthose who wish good Pictures
done up with cement paper, to keep out water and
dust win please wait until one of these Cars comes
near their doors. ID. A. PLEChEk.
.Inne 3. 1857.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
PWEEERo ~. EsUOFE.
AK u N ErRANK.

FLOUR GRAIN AND GROCERY MERCHANT,
UVAS REMOVED to No. So, South Union Street,
III ALEXANDRIA,, VA
Particular attention viii be paidt all cOnsignments
of Produce.
Plaster, Salt, and Groceries furnished atcurrentpr
ces.
Refer to Col GEO. L. DENEALE, and Messrs. SHACK
LETT. of Harrisonburg Rockingham co., Va.
Feb Z, l957-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02

T YERY...Hayng purchased the LIVERY ES-
IL TABLlSHMEMT formerly owned and conducted
by H. Brownell, we are prepared to accommodate the
public with Sadde-horses, Hacks or Buggies. Per-
wishing to visit Weyers' Cave. will find daily
conveyance from our Stables. We have careful drivers
and hope by strict attention 10 business to command
share of the public patronage. Persons wishing Livery
will please call at the Virginia or American Hotel
THOMAS ]. BURKE & co.
Staunton, April 8, 1s57.-6mos.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
READi READI1 READlti
+ WILL TAKE TOT BUT FEW MINUTES AND SAVE You
MANY YEARS OF SUFFERINGi
NlDTEDC GDlNFcH ngTVnnnE tS

IT WILL TAKE Tor But A FEW MINUTES AND SAVE You
MANY YEARS OF SUFFERINGi
CARRIERS SPANISH MIXTURE!i
THE GREAT PURIFIER OF THE BLOOD! THE
BEST Alternative EVER YET DISCOy-
EREpi PHYSICIANS S ,! PRESGRIBE IT. AND
ING ADVERTISEMENT! NO MEDICINE
EVER YET OFFERED TO THE A.
MEXICAN PUBLIC HAS GAIN
ED SUCH POPULARITY ~
so SHORT A TIME AS
CARRIERS SPANISH MIXTURE!
II will cure any case of Scrofua.
1t will cure auy case of Rheumatism.
1t will cure any case of Syphilis.
1t will cure any case of Salt Rheum.
1t will cure any case of Neuralgia.
1t will cure any case of Fever and Ague.
Or any Diseases arising from impure state Of the
Blood
SCR0FULOUS READER!
1t cured the niece of the Hon. John Minor Bolts, a
member of Congress from Virginia of Scrofua, after
the skill of the best Physicians both of New York and
Philadelphia had been tried in vain it will cure you,
reader, if you are so affected
RHEUMATIC READER!
1t cured D. Burrtt, Esq, Of Cincinnati, of Rheuma-
tism of years standing after all other remedies had
failed We have hundreds Of such certificates Call on
the Agent and get Book and Circular and read for
yourself the many remarkable and astonishing cures
It has made.
" ~ - sYPHILITIC READER!
The celebrated DR.. Butcher, writes us that he had
two of the most and long standing ofSyp
hills that would yield to of the usual remedies
but he cured one case with SIX and the other with nine
bottles of CARRIERS SPANISH MIXTURE. We
have known it used in over THOUSAND CASES, and
have vet to hear of q FAILURE in any case.
YE SHAKING THOUSANDS
AGUE AND FEvER-Do not take Quinine, Mercury,
or any other noxous Drugs but try at this great
Alternative and Purifier Of the Blood Carriers Span
Isn MIXTURE will cure any and every ofAgue and
Fever We have never vet known ii to fail
And for all diseases arising from an impure state OF
the Blood, no medicine has ever yet been found to
have SO good effect Ifyou sick, try it at once;
do not delay time IS precious and health the greatest
DIR. VIM. S. BEERS & CO., Proprietors,
Richmond, Va,
And for sale by LINK & KINNEY, Stanton, and BY
Druggists and Country Merchants everywhere.
-1rr
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02

LOTHING !..C LOTHIN G !..F o Il
" SPRING x SUMNER TRADE.-The undcrsign-
ed having returned from the northern markets, may
be found at his old stand and is ready to offer to
an approaching public large select and beautifully
made Stock of READY-MA CLOTHING. 1t COM
pTises all qualities of Goods, varieties and prices lie
is ready and anxious to wait upon his customers, and
to make them
"To be, without alloy of fop or BEAU.
finished gentleman from tip to toe."
To his customers he is duly thankful for their liber.
nj patronage hitherto bestowed and asks q continuance
of the same. OF the public at large he would ask
call and examination Of his Stock Of Clothing before
purchasing elsewhere. J. P0LLlTZ,
I Rooms Corner of Va. HOTEL
Az;
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
MONEY PAID FOR HIDES
At WayneSbOrOugh.

TE,HE subscriber having purchased the Tanneres of
4 Matthew IL. Parry and George w. Deal, in the
town of Waynesborough Augusta county, Va, is pre-
pairing to 60 largely into the Leather Manufacturing
business good market will thus be opened for the
sale of Hides Of all kinds and cash paid for them
delivery in any quantity atmay be offered
The citizens of Bath, Highland Pendleton and Rock
ingham, as we'll as Augusta county, may find it to
their interest to bring their Hides to Persons
having large quantities in those Western Counties
could make arrangements to deliver them at Dcpots
the Railroad and by corresponding on the subject,
much labor may be avoided. in the delivery. Mr.. VIM
Withrow, Jr., the well known merchant at Waynes
borough has kindly consented to act cashier in my
absence. Those from distance will therefore call at
his store, where full satisfaction may be obtained
HUGH l.. GALLAHER.
Waynesborough, August 9, 1S56.-tf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02

DR. JAMES JOHNSTON, SURGICAL g.
~ MECHANICAL DENTIST, having been located q
permanently in Staupton for the last four years. Wom
that he still continues to practice Dentistry IN all us
various branches with the strictes regard to duraDih-
ty and usefulness. :, ,
Office on the souths, of Main Street. opposite the
old Spectator Office.
Staunton, Nov. go, 1854
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
XYr PETERSON, Graduate ofthe Philadelphia

WI PETERSON, Graduate ofthe Philadelphia
w /. College Of Pharmacy, successor to j. d.
Wood.) WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DRUG ~
GIST CIR. 18th and Aain Streets, a6ove So. TH
Charles HOTEL RIcHMoSD, Va, offers to mer- f8
chants physicians and the trade generally, complete
assortment of FRESH and PURE DRUGS, MEDICINES,
AND CHEMICALS, pure Spices. Fancy Articles; Hair,
Tooth and Nail Brushes; Segars, best Chewing and
smoking gd GroHrS colors ssrpw pure w.e
LIYsEED Ons, WINDOW GLASS, PurrY, &c.
lie would respectfully invite the attention ofpurchas
ers in want of the above other articles in his line TO
his well selected Stock feeling confident that he can
~" Orders from cash and punctual dealers solicit.
cd and promptly filed on the most liberal terms
Richmond, May G, 1857. W. PETERSON.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
To all whom it may Concern.

10 all whom IL may OOucoTu.
HAVING learned that there are many personsun'
III der the impression that am Tanning exclusive
ly for the Northern market therefore would inform
the Public generally that the Tan Yard formerly own
ed by Capt Geo. W Deal will be used for the benefit
Of the neighborhood. l will tan on shares, or Ex-
change Leather pay cash for hides at liberal rates.
as may best suit the convenience of the People.
Ii. l.. GALLAHER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-09-02
20 OF THE VALLEY OF VfRGfNfA,
CHARTERED MARCH II, 1852.
Rennd CaDttal $4,000

THIS Company, having been duly organized, Is now
i ready to receive applications and issue Policies,
and offers to the citizens of Virginia the inducement
of home Company for the safe Insurance Of all kinds
of PnorERTY MERCHANDISE, &c. at fair and equitable
rates. The Directors the public that this Com.
pany will be conducted with view to permanency and
on the strictest principles Of equity justice and close
regard to economy and the safety of the insured.
PRESIDENT,
JOSEPH CARSON.
c. s. FUNK, Secretary. o. F. BRESEE, Actuary.
DIRECTORS,
JOSEPH g. CARSON, JOHN KERR,
JAMES P RELY, LEWIS p. HARTMAN,
LLOYD LOGAN, ROBERT STEELE,
HUGH SIDwELL
~ GEORGE E. PRICE, Local Agent, Staunton.
April g. 1856.
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T7HE FOLLOWING Is FROM THE RICH
/ MOND DISPATCH
gonufifoJ Work

We noticed in the fair Of the Mechanics Insti
tute two cases OF Boots and Shoes for Gentlemen and
Ladies, manufactured by enterprising neighbor,
Mr. Alexander Hill which reflects the highest credit
on his skill In the case of Gentlemen's Work no.
ticed two or three pairs of Boots and Shoes that sur
pass in workmanship anything Of the kind we haveey
er seen, either homemade or imported and our only
regret is that he has no competitors to contest the
palm of superiority with him. The case of Ladies
Work is also of the best quality and we do not think
they can be surpassed by any other manufacturer All
who have seen this work compliment Mr.. II. highly,
but not more than he deserves.
Richmond Oct 90, 1856.