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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

LOVE ToKENs-The ancient English custom
of giving love tokens on the twentieth of August
was very wise and far-seeing plan for settling
young ladies in life, and would, if revived, en-,
able a mamma with q large family of girls to get
rid of them as quickly as pine apples at penny
a slice. 1t was the custom in England, a long
time ago, for ''enamored maydes and gentil wo-
men" to give to their favorte swains, as tokens
of their love- little handkerchies, about three or
four inches square, wrought round about, often
in embroidery with button or tassel at each
corner, and small one in the centre. The finest
of these favors were edged with narrow gold
lace or twist and then, being folded up in four
cross folds, so that the middle might be seen,
they were worn by the accepted lovers in their
hats or on their breast. These favors became,
at last, SO much in vogue, that they were sold
ready made in the shops in Queen Elizabeth's
time, from sixpence to sixteen pence piece.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

THE OLD "RED CENr."-As the old ''red cent"
is about being called in, some of our contempo-
raries are writing its history and obituary. The
cent was proposed in 1882 by Robert Morristhe
great financer of the revelation, and was nam
ed by Jefferson two years later 1T began to
make its appearance from the mint in 1892. 1t
bore then the head of Washington on the one
side and thirteen links on the other. The French
revolution soon after created rage for French
ideas in America, which put on the cent, instead
of the head of Washington, the head of the god
dess of liberty-a French liberty, with neck
thrust forward and flowing locks. The chain
on the reverse was replaced by the olive wreath
of peace But the French liberty was shortened,
and so was her portrait on our cent. The pres
ont m stoid classic dame. with fllet around her
hair, came into fashion about thirty or forty
years year. ago. ago. and her finely chiseed Grecan fea-
lures have been but slightly altered by the lapse
Of time.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

THE NASHVILLE GAZETTE tells the following
story of the recent negro excitement of that vi
cinity
"a few weeks ago, during the existence of
the patrol regulations al old negro man was
found secreted in piece of woods, few miles
from from town. evidently laboring under great fear
and trepidation. On being asked why he was
there he said he was afraid to stay at the house
where he belonged and which was close by
sWbat are YOU afraid Off was asked. Why
said he. .Old Missus had gone to bed with a
nistol on one side of her, and Il great big knife
on the other, and he was afraid she'd riser"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

CARRYING HOME BUNDLEs-Many people have
contemplate fear of being seen to carry any
bundle, however small, having the absurd
idea that there is social degradation in the act.
The most triaing as well as the most weighty
packages must be sent home to them, no matter
how much to the inconvenience of others
This arises from low sort OF pride. There is
pride that is higher, that arises from con-
sciousness of there being something in the in
dividual not to be affected by such accidents
worth and weight of character This latter
pride was exhibited by the son OF Jerome Napo-
leon Bonaparte. While he was in college he was
one day carving to his room broom he had
lust purchased. when he met friend, who no.
ticinr the broom. with surprise exclaimed "Why
did not YOU have it sent holne9" 81 ain not a.
shamed to carry home any thing which belongs
to me,n was the sensible reply of young Bona
parte. Lord Stanley
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

OUR TEETH-It is often asserted that the
teeth of the present generation are inferior to
those of the generations who have preceded US.
We wish, says an exchange, that some of our
many dentists would prove literary enough to
give us dental history. We should be aston
ished probably, ,at the dental evils of other days.
Evidences of the use of false teeth by the Ro-
mans,t two thousand years ago, were found among
the ruins of Pompeii. Three hundred years a.
go, Martin Luther complained of the toothache
and German ambassador ut the court OF Queen
Elizabeth spoke Of the weakness and imperlec-
ton of the English peoples teeth, which he at,
tributed to their custom of eating great deal
of sugar. Shakespeare makes one of his charac-
ters speak of being kept away by raging fang.
Roger Williams was struck by the imperfect
teeth of the Naragansett Indians, whom tooth
ache and decayed teeth troubled exceedingly
George Washington had set of artificial teeth,
for which he paid five hundred dollars. Napo-
leon had bad teeth, and was especially troubled
with them at St. Helena. Walter Scott speaks,
at comparatively early period of life, of dental
troubles, and wishes he had some fresh teeth.
Such are very few facts which come up in our
poor memory concerning somewhat interest
ing matter We would like to have many more
of them. For our own part, we have no doubt
that dentists were in demand at the court OF
Chederlaomer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

WORKING WITH Gop.--"Work, for it is God
that worketh in you" This beautiful union of
holy fear and yet holy courage, of entire depen-
dence upon God, and yet unabated and jealous
"diligence to make our calling and election sure"
is attainabc only, nay, | may say ineligible
only to u spiritual lpind. Not that there is any
inexpcable mystery in their connections men
are continually acting in the affairs of life in the
same way They clear their ground, SOW their
crops, go through all the tolls ofhusbandry with
unremitting diligence, and show they can do no
more; they watch for the increase, they think
of it, they talk Of it with deepest interest, while
vet it is undenable that they cannot make a
single blade of wheat to spring up, or bear pro-
duce. The sun must shine upon it; the rain
must water it, the earth must nourish it; they
can command none Of these.-Bunyan. !
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

There is good story told of handsome Fan
kee pedlar who made love to young widow
down in Pennsylvania. He accompanied his de-
claration with an allusion to two impediments
to their union. Name them," said the widow.
The want Of means to set up retail store."-
They parted and the widow sent the pedlar u
check for ample means. When they met again
the pedlar had hired and stocked his store, and
the smiling fair one begged to know the other
impediment 81 hare got q pife."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18
ssAnd What Then p,

Reader, look well to the end of things, and to
the final end of your life's labor. Let not the
glittering attractions of this world decoy you
from religion, and from serious regard to the
closing up and final sum of all your earthly pur-
suits.
While Philip De Neri was living in an Italian
University, young man ran to him with face
full of delight, and told him he had come to the
law school of that place on account OF its great
fame, and that he intended TO spare no pains or
labor to get through his studies as soon rs posi-
bic. Philip waited for his conclusions with great
patience and then said:
SWELL and when you have got through your
course of studies, what do you mean to dol'
Then shall take my Doctors degree" an
swered the young man.
And then?" asked Philip again.
Sand them" continued the youth, II shall
have number of difficult questions to manage.
shall catch peoples notice by my eloquence, my
ZEAL my learning, my acuteness, and gain q
great reputation"
sand then ?" repeated the holy man.
"And then" replied the youth, why there
can't be question, shall be promoted to some
high office or other. Besides shall make money
and grow rich"
"And then ?" repeated Philip.
"And them" pursued the young lawyer, "then
shall be comfortably and honorably placed in
health and dignity"
"And then 2" asked the holy man.
"And them" said the youth, "then--and
then--then / shall die"
Here St. Philip raised his voice. sand what
then 2"
Whereupon the young man made no answer
but cast down his head and went away. The
last "And what then ?" had, like lightning
picrced his soul, and he forsook the law, and
gave himself to the ministry of Christ, and spent
the remainder of his days in godly words and
works. "Your business" reader, stakes every
spare moment" And what then? ?"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

SOMETHING ABOUT KNIVES AND FoRKs.-Knives
were imported from st. Maloes in 1868, and cost
from to cents each. They were first made
in England in 1868. Forks are not mentioned.
Silver forks came into fashion for invalids about
the year $780, Forks are said TO be an Italian
invention Old Tom Coryate. whatever kind it
NAV have been, introduced this "neatnesse" into
Somersetshre about the year 1900, and was
tllerefrom called furciter by his friends. Alex.
Barclay thus describes the previous English
mode of eating, which sounds very centaish, al
though worse mannered
If the dish be pleasant, eyther feshe or ishe,
Ten hands at once swarm in the dshe,
We ornament the knuckle of ham with paper.
This used to be placed for cleanliness, as each
person took it when he helped himself. In 1916,
at the College of Veognes in the department of
La Manche, Normandy, dinner was served with
out there being any knives, except carving
knives, placed at table. There was q fork for
each pupil A clasp knife was taken from the
pocket Of each person, opened and placed by his
plate After dinner many might be seen insert
ing the blade in the ground to clean it. Salt,
in pieces about half the size of pea, was served,
and those at table taking portion rolled their
tumbler upon IL to triturate it. Potatoes were
such novelties that the cook did not know low
to cook them-Social History Of Southern Eng
land
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18
Dealing with Thieves.

The following true story was told of Jacob
Sheafe, Esq, merchant of Portsmouth in for
mer times A man had had purchased some
wool of him, which he had weighed and paid for
and Mr.. Sheafe had gone to the back room to get
change for note. Happening to turn his head
while there, he saw in glass, which swung so
as to reflect the shop, stout arm reach up and
take from the shelf heavy cheese. Instead of
appearing suddenly and rebullng the man for
his theft, as another would, thereby loosing his
custom forever, the crafty old gentleman gave
the thief his change as if nothing had happened
and then, under pretence of lifting the bag to
lay it on the horse for him took hold of it and
exclaimed
"Why, bless me, l must have reckoned the
weight wrong"
80, no." said the other, "you may be sure you
have lot, for | counted with you"
"Well, well, we wont dispute the matter, it's
so easily tred,' said Mr. Sheate, putting the bag
into the scales again. "There," said he, 81 told
you so; knew | was right-made mistake of
nearly twenty pounds; however, if you don't
want the whole you needn't have it; I'll take
part of it out"
'No!" said the other, staying the hands Of
Mr. Sheafe, on the way to the strings ofthe bag
81 guess III take the whole"
And this he did, paying for his dishonesty by
receiving the skim milk cheese for the price Of
wool.
On another occasion, Mr.. Sheafe missed bar
rel of pork. A few months after, man one
day asked him the question:
Did you ever find out who took that pork
Mr.. Sheaie?"
"Yes," was the reply, 'you are the fellow !
for none but myself and the thief knew of the
loss" The fellow was detected by the shlewd
dealer, who possessed the valuable faculty of
knowing when to be silent
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

''Thou rain'st in my bosom" as the chap sal
when basin of water was thrown over him by
the lady he was sereDading.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

MILD GUNPowDER.-The Boston Post tells
u pleasant anecdote of Mr.. G -, who a
good many years ago, was retail merchant in
a populous town in Vermont. He was famous
as the "very pink of politeneess" and was indeed
an expert salesman. If he had not got the ar
tcle that might happen to be called for, he was
sure to name something that was sufficiently
like it to answer the purpose. Thus when a
customer enquired for ''winter-strained OIL" the
merchant told he hadn't got that exactly but
he had some that was strained Gerry late in tile
.faU" Desparage one article as you might, he
was sure to find something to praise in t-ifhis
was not strong it was well favored, &C., &c.
On one occasion customer having called for
sample of gunpowder rubbed it in his hand to
ascertain the proportion of charcoal, and then
observed that it lacked strength. II know"
answered the imperturbable falling
into his old tea fornula-"I know the powder is
not so strong as some, but you'll find it rery mild
and agreeable"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

NEW BOOK,-The Forum or Forty Years full
y Practice at the Philadelphia Bar, by David Paul
Brown-just received and for sale by
StauntOn, Oct. 90, 1856. ROBT. COWAN.
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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

A western jury brought in verdict of "Death
by hanging-about groggery!"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

CORN SIIELLERS.-I have now in store sup
I ply OF Pennock's celebrated Double Shelters, be-
leyed to be the best in use also Single Shelters Tor
sale low. GEo' Il. rhl0E'
StauntOn Nov 49, 1856.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

BOOTS AND SHOES.-10 Cases and Trunks,
ID embracing al the sorts in use; also 90 Sides
SOLE LEATHER, just to hand and for sale cnsaG;
WHITE y PATTON.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

TNNE GREEN AND BLACK TEAS, OF
Il all qualities, just received from the Pekin Tea
Company, and for sale by
STAPLES. MARTIN & co.
Stauuton Oct l, 1856.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

LINGUISTIC IA few 2Olb boxes of the exquisite
u brand of TOBACCO, to which wish to call the
attention of those in want ofa PRIME ARTICLE.
K. j. GLENDY,
Staunton, Oct Is, 1856. Per G. T. COCHRAN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

C1MOKING BACCO.-SO bbls prime old
- Lynehburg Smoking Tobacco just received and tor
sale. RO ": GLEND1,
Staunton lime 1S. 1856 Per G.. I. COCHRAN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

A PRIME CHEW.-2O boxes ofthe PANCAKE
IN TOBACCO, of the BEST QUALIFY, now in Store
and for sale by X. J. GLEND1,
Staunton Oct l5 1856 Per G. T. COCHRAN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

WIN. A. sTERRETsT, MERCHANT TAI
w LOR invites attention to his assortment OF Fall
Goods, which he has on hand
Staunton Oct II 1850
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

NTATCuES.-Af few gross of Pollocks German
WI Matches-a superior article for family use, for
sale n D. GLENDA,
Stannton July 16 1856. Per. G. I. COCHRAN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

TOR SALE.-FIRST RATE SODA FOUNTAIN,
4 with all the necessary apparatus which will sell
low for cash. JAS u. LAIRD.
S,aunton March o. 1856 Druggist 4 Chemist
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18
II. H. ROBERTSON,
ATTORNEY AT LAW, BATH c. H.. VA.

WILL practice in the County and Circuit Courts
w of Bath Allegheny, PocahontaS Highland, and
Augusta To his old clients in Augusta, he would say,
that he viii always be attendance upon the County
and United States Courts holden at Staunton.
Mov 1SAe
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

GALL SOON.-A few sets of nice FURS-cheap
" for cash. .,,,,x, co
Deerfeld, Oct. go, 1856.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

JTONEY SHUCK.-A SUPERIOR Article OF very
I a mild Tobacco just received and for sale by
R0BT. j. GLENDI,
SAn,,n4nr Enh % 1SSE Per II CncupAN
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

A NCHOR BOLTING CLOTHS, of superior
n quality, on hand and for sale by
b. 4 j. 5. CRAWFORD.
Staunton. Feb q, 1S56.-tf.
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! NJ HANGER.
F.. c.. &c w. D. TOMPKINS,
n, ENERAL COMMISSION MERCHANTS,

W (Opposte tie Flour ShefS,) BASIN BANK, RICH
MOND VA, solicit cOnsignments of Flour, Wheat,
Tobacco, Corn and Produce generally, and give thelr
promp, personal attention TO all business entrusted to
ihnm Richmond Ang. 13, 1S56.-6m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

GtOFFEES.-6O bags prime Rio, Laguyra, ola Ja-
" va, and Maricabo Coilees, in prime order, by
j. BRANDEBURG Co-
Staunton Oct. 90 1856
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

CtALT.-2OO sacks Ashton and 2OO sacks Marshall
- SALT direct from New York. in store at low prl-
ces. j. BRANDEBURG & co.
Staunton. Oct 90 1856
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

2 TONS ASSORTED d. FORRER IRON,
y warranted good, in store.
]. BRANDEBURG co.
Stnnntnn NnY. 5. 1856.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

nIANO FOR SALE.-A new aud excellent in
L strument. Apply to JAMES A. McCLUNG, at
the Virginia Hotel
Staunton. Sept II, 1886.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

TIOR SALE, ON REASONABLE TERMS,
II a we'll assorted STOCK OF GOODS, in one OF
the best sections of the county. Enquire at tins Of
6ca NOV. ., Ao"V'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

BOOTS AND SHOES.-S0 cases warranted
\ Roots ord Shoes from, the best factories, o.
pening at j. BRANpEbOhU 00o'
Sto,,nfop Oct IS56
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

DATENT FIRE BACKS, from WVnesboro
Foundry, always on hand AT factory prices; oo
"''' J. BRANDEBURG 4 co.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-02-18

Staunton October l, 1856
Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1857-03-21
In Advance.
NUMBER Il.

possess the power to establish it. This he
denied, and then proceeded to show that the
question was one depending solely on the
law Of Missouri, concluding with the remark
that the Judgment Of the court below should
be affirmed.
Associate Justice Catron also stated the
history of the case, and said that if the
Court has no power TO decide the question
further than to dismiss it, it had no right to
discuss its merits but he held that the
Court has jurisdiction to decide the merits
of the case, which he proceeded to examine.
Il was now too late to question the power
70 govern the Territories as inepient States,
and iii them for admission. The only ques-
ton was how far the power Of Congress is
limited rs to the Northwest Territory. Vir-
GINA had the right to abolish slavery there,
and did SO by an agreement III 1TS7 with
the other States; but she did not prevent
new States being admitted with or without
slavery. Subsequent, North Carolina and
Georgia ceded their lands for the common
benefit aud Congress had no more power
to legislate slavery out Of these cessions than
II had to legiSlate slavery into the territory
north Of the Ohio. There was no power to
!eeislafe Oh slavery in either case. The III
habitants stood protected after as they did
sefere the cessions were made In Louisi-
ana slavery was not only lawful, but was
most valuable. At the date Of the treaty
the inhabitants were left free to enjoy their
property, freedom and liberty, and were to
be protected therein until they came into
the Jnion as State. The Missouri Com
promise of So 30 was an act Of aggression.
Cor gross cannot de indirectly what il cannot per-
form directly. II 4 Southern man cannot 20 70 the
territories with his slaves, il follows that North
ern farmer mechanic cannot bring with him his
implements of toii II Congress could prohibit any
species OF iawinl property throughout Louisiana
when it acquired, it could exclude all de
.ciptops Of property. The right to legisa in the
territories depends the contract of eesson. HI.
opinion that the third article Of the tt, atty BY
which l. 2uisana WAS acquired stands protected by
he constitution. end cannot he repealed by Con-
sress. and that the act Of 1920 known as the Mis-
spuri Compromise, violates the leading features Of
IA constitution, which the Union depends and
.hieh secures 10 all citizens common rights. He
therefore held thai the act void. and coneurred
18th hls brother Judges that the plaintiff bred
sentt is slave, and was one Nhen this suit was
Hfoueht.