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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

A SHORT SERMON AND COOP ONE.-Ihe
Rev. DIR. P, of Philadelphia, is noted Tor
brief sententious sayings in the pulpit and out "l
it. AS he was coming down Chesnut street the
other duy, a gentleman asked him, "Sir,, eau you
tell Inc how to find the sLeriff's office 2" Yes,
sir" was the reply, ''every time. you earn hve
dollars spend tenl" Saying this, the Doctor
walked on, leaving his questioner gaping upon
the sidewalk. Hewas stranger who had come
to town on business, and asked for information
but the moro he pondered the more ne was
convinced that his unknown informant had an
swered him wisely.-N. Y Observer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23
Richmond, Feb. 2l, lS57.-ly

DOGGETT & ANDERSON, ,UPHoLSTERERS S
~ and Paper hangers, corner of Governor and
franklin streets, Richmond would respectfully In,
vite the attention of the public to their large and
well assorted stock of French and American gold vel,
vet and plaiuer styles of Parlor Chamber and Hall
PAPER and Borders, Satin do Iaine, English and Ger
man Damask for Curtains; Gimps Cords Tassels Cor
nices and Bands Lace and Muslin Curtains in great
variety of pattern and price, rieh gold gold and vel
Shades door and table OIL Cloths of Ill widths, quail
titles and prices Hair Cloth and Plush for covering
Furniture; Carled Haira Feathers; Sofa Springs,
Webbing Gimps, Tacks Cords and Tassels for PIC
tnrss: Cocoa Mating, hair and shuck Mattresses,
Feather Beds BoSters and Pillows OF superior quality
Upholsterer's Needlesand Hammers, Mattrass Twine,
Svrlny Twine &c all of which will be sold on the
must reasonable terms.
Paper Hanging aud Upholsterng executed at the
shorts notice BY the best of workmen, in town or
country.
Kiohmond March T. lS57.-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

A VALUABLE TABLE.-The following table
will be found very valuable to many of our
readers:
A box "a inches by 16 inches square, and 2s
inches deep, will contain barrel, Give bushels.)
A box "a inches by l6 inches square, and II
inches deep, will contain half a barrel.
A box 26 inches by 1872 inches square, and s
inches deep, will contain one bnshel.
A box u inches by 1l-2 inches square, and 8
inches deep, will contain halt bushel.
A box 8 inches by S4 inches square, and 8
inches deep, will contain one peck.
A box 8 inches by inches square, and 40
inches deep, will contain one gallon.
A box inches BY s inches square, and 4-o
inches deep, will contain q halt gallon.
A box 4 inches by inches square, and Al
inches deep, will contain one quart
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

NATIONAL RECEIPTS AND ExPENDIrUREs.-The
Secretary of the Treasury is much discouraged
by the continued reduction of the surplus. The
average weekly expenditure is from one and o
quarter to one and half million of dollars, and
the receipts 5000, 900. There is but little over
four million ot dollars applicable to the general
service Of the Government, two and o half mil
lion being reserved for the operations OF the
Mint. The actual reduction of surplus since the
18th of August has been $13,4S0,962. The re-
ceipts, week before last, from all sources, were
$6,6O0,088; the expenditures $1,4l3,531. In
this state Of facts the necessity for loan or an
issue of treasury notes is seriously canvassed.--
The Secretary prefers the latter expedient, be.
cause treasury notes constitute q form OF debt
most easily managed, most within the control of
the treasury, and lnost convenient to the general
purposes OF business. 1t not apprehended that
more than ten million of dollars will bs needed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

STAGE ATTACKED By WoLvEs.-The bears
having monopolizeG much attention lately, the
wolves claim notice. On Wednesday night last,
as Mr.. Mitchell was driving mail wsgon on the
back Calais route from Beddington to the next
stopping place, twenty miles from this CITY, be-
ing without passengers, his team was beset by q
pack of wolves. They were about q dozen in
number and came ON fierce and noisy. Mitchell,
however, drove up smart, which he had no diff
6cuty in doing, as the horses werequite as much
frightened as himself As they pressed hard up.
on him and glared their eyeballs and CRASHED
their teeth about him, he let 60 the contents Of
a rifle, which laid out one OF the hungry crew
and for the time checked their pursuit. This
was provdentialy near the stopping place, upon
arriving at which, the driver is said to have
been pretty well overcome with excitement and
fright Wolves and bears are very plenty on the
back route and very audacious-Bangor (Ae)
Union, Dec. 8. far,e,4
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

WEBBING RrNe.-The fourth finger was origi.
nally chosen for wearing the wedding ring, for
the reason that it is not only used less than el'
ther OF the rest, but is more capable OF preserv'
Ing a ring from bruises-havlng this one qua,'ly
peculiar to itself, that it cannot be EXTENDED out
In company with some other finger, whereas .ne e
Others may be singly stretched out to their iuli
length and straightness.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23
UUUTo HUOVe DV. OudTItS HOIeI
cbmond March 81, lS57-1y

ESREDERICK HEFFLEY, MANUFACTURER
II and dealer in Stoves Tin, Sheet Iron and Cop.
perware No 80 Main street. four doors below the St
Charles HOTEL Richmond, Va, keeps constantly on
hand large assortment of Cooking stoves, and the
celebrated Mornng Star" Stove, containing double
oyen the popular Stove in existence, warranted
to operate in the most perfect manner
N. BAH orders for Guttera,, Scouting and Roof
ing in the city OF country will be punctually attend
ed to. Richmond, Feb. 2S, 1857 7.-Iy
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

A New York journal compares the. publisher
of newspaper TO farmer who should sen nls
wheat on credit, and no more than single oush
ell to any person; the payment OF subscription
is of the same Importance to publisher as tne
payment of busllel OF wheat would De 10 the
farmer. The harder the times, the more entlre
is their dependence on the payment OF their SUBJ
scriptious - ----
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

TENDER RRpRooF. very little boy had one
day done wrong, and was sent after parental
reetion to ask in secret the forgiveness of bis
Heavenly Father. His offence had been passion.
Anxious to hear what he would say, his mother
followed to the door of his rooln.- In lspIng ac'
cents she heard him ask to be- made better, new
er to be angry again; aud then, with child-bke
simplicity, Ie added, Lord, make mas temper
better too" ma. ri.-~ .ti
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

Every young man should remember that the
world will always honor industry The vulgar
and useless idler, whose energies of body and
mind are rustDg for occupation, may look with
scorn upon the laborer engaged at his toll; but
bis scorn is praise, his contempt honor.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23
PEALEkP R.GEE.N,
Ea ss;;Eii;al

HNAGLE FOUNDRY, Cary street, between Pearl and
AL 10Th, Richmond Va, manufactures locomotive
Engines Tenders, Railroad Cars, and all descriptions
Of Railroad Machinery, Stationary Engines Of any re-
quired power; also, portable Engines, with decided
Improvement any others heretofore made, (from
to 40 horse power wheels and per cut above, so
well adapted to farming purposes getting lumber, &c
with improved Circular Portable Saw Mills attached
of lst ID and Sd class Mining Machinery, Grist and
Saw Mill Machinery, Forgings and Tobacco Factory
Fixtures of every kind Also Brass and Iron Castings
made to order. RAHM.
Richmond. Feb. Z. lS57-IY
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

There is nothing on earth SO beautiful as tile
household in which Christian love forever smiles.
and where religion walks counsellor aud friend.
No cloud can darken it, for It's twin stars are
centered in the soul. No storm can make it
tremble, tor it has heavenly support and heay-
enly anchor. The home circle surrounded by
such influences, has an snte-taste OF the joys ofa
heavenly home
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

A WITTY BAKER-The Baker was genuine
when he advertised "The subscriber, knowing
that men need bread, wishes the public to know
that he also knedds it. He is desIrous of ofteeding
all who are hungry, and hopes bis good rorks
may be IN the mouth Of every one. lie is we'll
disposed towards al men; and the best bred peo-
pie among US will find him, he hopes, one of the
best bread-inen in the city. ~. cmr
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

D1pLoMATIo.-A verdant expectant for otfict
was advised the other day to apply for the con-
sulship at the Lobos islands, Cice Guano gemou
ed. lie had his letter written before he dlscov'
cred the joke.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

aJones-the philosopher Jones-has discovered
the respective natures OF a Distinction and Diff
ference. He says that "a little difference Ire.
quently makes many enemies, while little dis
tinction attracts hosts OF friends. A9l 29ta1sS
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23
Staunton Sgettator,
JOS. A. WADDELL,
L. WADO Eli, Jr., Proprietors.
RICHARD MAUEY,
TERMS

ry- The "SPECTA TOR" IS pa5lisisd once a0sek
at Tsco Loitrs aRd ffty Cents gear a1hich may De
DISCHARGED By tie payment Of Itro Dollars at any time
,p;hio e ySgr 10 Subscription tcW he discontinued
Jat at Ms 62tos Of tie Et0rs, until alIaearcges are
4DVER TESEHEYTS often lines Tor less,) inserted
three times o one dolGr and teeDtyfee cents for saed
Subsequent e0atjaUGncs LeFger inserted
IN tie same proPo9tl00.
Ibsral dsco4at ads to those 'ch0 adrertss 6y the
year. mn.
Professional Cards. net exceeding segen lines, 'riH be
inssrts3 for one year fer s. 0o-6 months for IS OO
One esgaGrs tea liaeS ....l year: ...........so W
" ..............6 ae0atks. ...............5 %
" .............S ...............9O OO
Ico squares. ............1 year. w
" ............. g months. ........."...9 w
" " .............S .........."...o % w
lErss S9u0Sss............1 gear. 10 w
Z" .............6 m0RtaS. .'.iv w W.
2ae &lirR coluaR. gear 90 90
" .......6 months. .............l2VO w w
........S ..S W
ore col9naR ...........l gear. 90 w
............6 8loRthS -. ........: 80 W
Aaicertisag for less time than three months, paA
be ckarqe1 for al tie us4al rtssS 90 per square for
e frst ttSes jasertioAs and tsceaee cents for each
subsequent issue
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23
SPRING DEPORTATION,

Y arge stock of Guns, Pistols and Rifles 1 am nov
IL opening large variety of single and double bar
rel guns of superior finish, also splendid variety o
Powder Flasks Of Dixon's make Shot Belts ant
Pouches of the most approved Styles fine Game Bags
Wad Cutters, Dog Calls and Collars, Ely's Waite
Proof Central Fire Caps, Wash Rods complete, Gun
Wads, &c.
Also, Colts Repeating Pistols Aliens Revolvers
and every description Of Pistol now in use.
Guns stocked and repaired with neatness and des
patch.
JAMES WALSH, Gun Importer,
z doors above St. Charles Hotel
chmond March 2i l857-1y
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23
NoTIOE.-TuE SUBSCRIBER KEsPECTFULLY

NoTICE.-rHE SUBSCRIBER RESPECTFULLY
~ announces to his friends and the nublic general
ly that he has re-ted in superior STYLE the spacious
Store No 73 Main ST., where he confidently believes
will be found the most complete and varied assort.
lnent of Boots Shoes, Traveling Irm's&s, Carpet
Bags Yat,s-S &c ever offered to the people OF Vir-
ginia In addition to the various styles OF Phiade'
phia and Eastern manufacture, he keeps const ntly
on hand an assortment Of Ladies' Gaitars, Buskins;
Ties, &C., &c, and Gentlemen's Boots, Caters and
Bootees, and Servants Brogues, and Bootees, of his
own manufacture; and is prepared to make to order
for Ladies and Gentlemen any description OF article IN
mis- line in the most tasteful and fashionable style
He has endeayored, in the improvements and ar,
rangements of his store and in the extent variety and
quality Of his goods to suit the tastes and wants. as
Well as comfort and convenience of all, and he conf
IDENTIFY solicts call from his friends aud the public
generally being determined that so far as lies in his
power his Goods his prices and his efforts to please,
Shall render the establishment worthy the patronage
of discriminating Southern public ,
PHILIP X. WHITE,
rs Main Street Richmond, Va.
Ricbmond Feb 81 lS57--ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

How often do men mistake the love of their
own opinions for the love of truth.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23
RICHMOND ADVERTISEMENTS.

NNTILLIAM WALLACE, SONS, Who'll E
Wv sale dealers in Groceries of every description,
and Furnishing Goods for country stores and retalers
generally also Importers and Dealers in Foreign
Wines and Liquors. and Domestic Liquors OF every ue
seription, 18th street, Richmond.
They buy for cash and select Groceries, PROVISIONS
and Furnishing Goods in person from the Nortn ana
West; their foreign Liquors and Wines they import
They not only offer the advantage of furnishing ne
tailers and Country Stores with complete outht ior
business but will guarantee to sell goods to more ad-
vantage regards price aad quality, than any other
House. Their imported Brandies, Gin, Rum and oth-
er Liquors and Wines are unsurpassed by any to be
found elsewhere.
To perqOns who purchase imported Liquors by the
original package, they offer this advantage that the
purchasers can withdraw from the Custom House the
package they buy Particular care is taken IN packing
goods aud in delivering to Depots in good order ana
condition, being regularly listed and receipts taken
for delivery.
A call from those visiting the city of Richmond IS Is
respectfully solicited or orders entrusted to them VIII
be faithfully executed Enquiries in regard to prices
&C., of goods promptly answered.
" Terms cash. or months time fcty acceptanceS
are given. Consiguments Of produce will receive
prompt attention and cash advanced on them II re-
quired. Richmond, Feb. %, 1S57.-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23


rangemens with of the best makers in the city of
to supply him with handsome and sub
stantia Calfskin sewed BOOT which he will sell at the
low price of Three Dollars and a
Half
Richmond Feb. 2S lS57-1y
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

GREAT REDUCTION IN
W the price of Hats and Boots.
From 10 to 20 per cent slvsd by
buying from j. Ii. ANTHONY,
Columbian Hotel Building.
Moleskin Hats of best quality,
So so; do second quality, SO 90;
Fashionable Silk Hats, 81 so; Fine
Caliskin sewed Boots, So so; Con-
gress Cater Boots, So 25; Fine
Ualiskin sewed Shoes 81 20.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23
BURR Il ETTENGER,

CARY STREET, NENT BELOW CITY
GAS WORKS, BETWEEN 18TH AND
nth STREETS,
A RE extensively engaged in the manufacture of
N PORTABLE and STATIONARY STEAM EN-
GINES, CIRCULAR and VERTICAL SAW MILLS,
Machinery for GOLD and COAL MINES, Grist Mills,
Plaster Mills, also, Tobacco Presses and Fixtures Of
every description, and all kinds of Iron and Brass
Castings and forged and finished work
Railroad Cars aud Machinery made to order
call is solicited from those in want, and the quail
ty of our work warranted in every respect
Richmond March 81 1957-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

NTEW BOOKS. MosS-Side, by Marion Harland,
~ author Of Alone aud The Hidden Path Nc,
MahonS Ame lean Gardener, new edition, enlarged
Improved and illustrated just received and for sale
by Kobr' 20" AN
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

VATRIrING AND WRAPPfNG PAPER,
w Matches. lux. Lynchburg Smoking Tobacco,
&c, just received and Tor sale. JNO b. EVANS.
Stannfnn. Dec. 2, 1851.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

DLOCKS! CLOCKs THE undersigned has .
I J line lot ol Clocks hand, which ne Will sell
cheap and warrant 10 keep good me lie is prepared
with a the alaertls necessary RErAlR Checks, aS
well as Watches, ana will warrant his work tor one
vaar A. LANG.
One door below K. Cowan's Book Store.
D.l
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

A NDIRONS.-l have Just received lot OF those
N old style heavy Brass AndirOns. at about half
price and SUI eror to Those in want should ex-
anime them GEO. L. PRICE.
St.,.,.o, Nor A 1877 Vim conv
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23
MISCELLANEOUS.
AMERICAN HOTEL,
STAUNT0N, VA,
NlHsS. MARY A. BROWN.

NOR SHOEMAE ERs.-I have constantly on
4 land French Cslf Sans; Mems. Womens and
(ira,ned Aorocco Lining and Binding skins Thread,
Nails Wax Tools of AL Kinds, Brsiles, &C; all OF
which will be sold at the very loves. maike pnce,
GEO. T.. PRICE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-23

TNDl6O, MADDER, STARCH, MACCA-
Il ronI G cen Tea, Corn Starch. Essence OF Coffee,
&C., for sale ey
DR. II. S. EICHELBERGER K BRO,
StanntOn Dec g 1857 Eskridges Old Stand.
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-08-18
SHERIFF'S SALE.

EBY VIRTUE of an execution issued ont Of the
HD District COurt of the sixth judicial District IN
md for the County of Sacramento end State of Cali
forna, to me directed and delivered commanding me
to make the of seventy five sixty one hnndredths
dollars of suit, and all accrling costs on said
writ wherein Q. Il NJ. A. Hafley are plaintiffs. aud
Jesse Elder &. A. Walter are defendants have
levied upon and shall expose at public sale to the
highest bidder for cash on the 2Ath day of August.
A. d. 1857. at the hour of 2 O'Clock p NJ. all the
right title and interest OF G. A. Walter. ot the
defendants above named, in and to the following
property to wilt the one nniivided ffth interest in
and to the Union Claim. being 900 feet front by $50
teet deep Said claim is situated near the reservoir
back of the town of Lynchburg in Butte County Cal
ifornia Also all the tools and sluices belonging to
or in arywise appertanng unto said claim.
The above sale to axe place al the court House
door The town 0rove, county and state Aforesaid.
Dated August 3, 1857.
p. FREER, Sheriff Butte County
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-08-18
Wolfe's Scheidam Aromatic
sCHN Apps.

which adulterated compo nds intended to sell i'm
California ag1inst my genuine article
NV object Is to am ounce that have recently ess
tsblished All AGE CY IN SAN FRANCISCO for
suppIying the State and Oregon with my Schnapps
and that hereafter I will alwoys keep said agency
supplied with large stock; So that respectable drug
gists and liquor dealers throughout CaCrnIa
can always supply themselves at regular price,
merely enough over the New York price to cover
cost OF freight and charges thus avoiding comp
as heretofore. OF occasional scarcity and extreme
high price.
Itis now many years since | first imported these
2chnapps from the celebrated old distery at Schei~
dam, Holland, In which am interested. 1t is now
conceded that no Gin imported into this
country which has approached my schnapps in
gard TO PURITY, HEALriIFUl NESS, and EX-
QUISITE AROMA or flavor. This claim and for
proof point to their universal popularity and The i'm
inense and increasing consumption by all classes,
north aud south, east and west. comprising the tenn
perance people, medical faculty, &C, to such an ex
tent that my esia blishmeni, packing the enormous
quantity OF 5000 bottles per day, is barely able to fill
in orders
Also, the Wolfes schnapps have been anayzed
by the most celebrated Chemists, Drs. Mott and
Deck of New York, and Others who all testify that
fhey
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-08-18
LEGAL NOTICES.

and endorsement Of certain warrants and prohtbit
ing the payment nj the same" approved January 3ih
A. ID. 1856. or warrants which have been specifically
adjudged illegal by any Court and all said warrants
specified In The last mentioned Act, are hereby ex'
pressly excluded from NIL the benefits and provisions
of this Act. Third. Just or legal claims against the
stale Hccfued prior 10 january ls 1887. and which
may be allowed and audited hy Act OF the Legislature.
And If tbs Treasurer Of Stale shall wi!tuly issue
bonds upon claims not herein specified as receivable
II shall be deemed n misdemeahor. aud shall be- pun
ished as provided in section olths Act, and such
bond shall be void.
Sec. H. The claims specified in this Act may be
cevPd for funding and bonds therefor may be is ued
prior to the first day of January 1850, but moi alter
wards; and all claims not presented for funding pri'
or TO that time, are excluded om the provisions OF
this Act and such blank bonds prepared under the
provisions Of this Act, shall then remain on hend.
shall be destroyed in the paesence Of the Governor,
Comptroller and Treasurer.
Sec. Is. This Act shall take effect the first day Of
November. A. ID. 1857. as io all its provisions. except
those relating to- md necessary for its submission To
the people, and Tor returning. canvasslng and pro-
claiming the yotes-which shall take effect immedi
ately.
Sec II This act shall he submitted TO the people Of
the State for their rahcatiOn at the next general
election, to he holden the first Wednesday of Sep
temher, A. D. 1857 and the qualified electors of this
State shall nj said election. on their ballots for State
officers vote for against this Act those voting for
the same shall write or have printed their ballots
the Ords "pay ihe Debt:" and those voting against
the shall write or have printed on their ballots
the words "Rephdlnte the Debt
Sec Is The votes cast for and against this Act,
shall be counted. returned and canvassed. and de-
clared in the same manner and subject 10 the same
rules for the Treasurer of State, and II 1t
appear that majority OF all the votes cast for or
against this law aforesaid. or in favor Of this Act
then the same shall have effect hereinbefote pro-
vided and shall be irrepeaable until the interest of
the liabilities herein created shall be PAID aud dis
charged. aud The Governor shall make proclamation
thereof but if n majority of the votes 80 cast are
against this Act, then the same shall become void
Sec l6. 1t shall be the duty of the Secretary OF
State TO have this Act published in one newspaper
in each Judical District of this state, If one be pub
lished therein for three months next preceding the
general election TO be holden upon the first Weines-
day of September next, Tor which publication no
greater allowance shall be made than the rates al
lowed by law TO the State Printer.
Approved April 2Sth. 1857.