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Jones has discovered tine respective natures OF
q distinction and difference. de says that a
little difference frequently makes many enemies
while u little distinction attracts hosts OF lrends
to the one on whom it is conferred.
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Don't, Charles, 60 TO Boston with that hole in
tbs elbow of your shirt Husband-'Why not,
INV dearY Careful because. if the cars
should run off the track and you should get Killed
people would think Inc very Negligent. WIFE
husband -(buttoning up his overcoat)-'Ahem
YES, dare say they would
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-09

CLASSIC FROM ARKANsAs.-A good story is
told Of Bostonian's first appearance in polite
society in Arkansas. The company were en-,
gagedM danoug, but the lovellest female pres
ent occupied chair at the window without
tatiug heart, his mind greatly excited for fear o
refusal. he exclaimed:
'Will you do me the honor to grace me with
your company for the next sett9
Her lustrous eyes sone with unwonted bril-
liuncy, her white pcarly teeth fairly glistened in
the fickering candle light, her heavy snowy DO
SON rose and fell with joyful rapture, as she re-
Piled
"Yes.sir-ee for I've sot, and sOt, and Sot, til
I've about Tux root !"
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staunton gpettator.
JOS. A. WADDELL,
4 w WADDEL,L, Jr.,
RICHARD MAUZY,
TERMS.

~ The PECTA TOR" is published once wees
at T'co Dollars and fifty Cents gear achich may be
dtsehargsd By the payment Of T1oo Dollars at any time
bit at The option Of the EIitors until all arrsaragss are
paid.
ADVERT TLSEMEYTS of ten lines Tor tess) inserted
three times for one dollar, and tTeayce cents for eaed
subsequent contiHuaaes Larger inserted
in the same proportion.
liberal discount made TO those achO advertise By the
year.
Professional Cards. not exceeding serea lines, 'UH 6s
oe'So'S ("1 IT. ~ - I - se M
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A Judge in Indiana threatened to fine law
yer for contempt of Couft. i have expressed
no contempt for the court said the lawyer; 'on
the contrary, have carefully concealed my feel
ings.' .r a9MfoE
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ANOTHER ARRIVAL.
F N T. CI0THTNG

~ II Y u Y 4 u I ~ U
MERCHANT WElSlGEk q CO., have this day
Iva received another large lot uf READY MADE
CLOTHING, direct from their Factory, consisting of
OYER COATS. (somethiug really nce,) BUSL.
NESS COATS, PANTS, FESTS, TALMAS,
RAGLANDS of every grade, which will be sold on
the most reasonable terms. To all in want of good
Clothing and at low prices, would most respectful
y ask to give call before purchasing elsewhere
we promise to do the best can to suit and please
them.
MERCHANT, WEISIGER, & CO.,
No. 1l2 Main St. Richmond, Va.
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THE LAW OF JOURNALISM following from
the London Times, concisely expresses what has
the force Of common law among journalists:
No notice can he taken of anonymous com.
municatioDs. Whatever is intended for jnser-
ton must be authenticated 10y the name and ad-
dress of the writer; not necessarily for publica-
ton, but as guaranty of his good faith. We
cannot undertake to return rejected communica.
tiOns
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How much did yees ask for thin buttons, in.
quired an Irish customer.
Fifteen cents
I'll give ye threty-sivin.'
i didn't say Jfty-I said 1Jtesn, replied the
honest dealer.
'Bedad, an III give ye tin cints thln,' was the
prompt reply
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-09

A PICTURE OF TIE AMERICAN EeYPT.-There
is large district in Southern Illinois that, from
the moral and mental darkness in which it is en-
veloped, is popularity known as Egypt. 1t was
originally settled by the poorest class of whites
from the Southern States, A correspondent OF
the Rochester Democrat thus describes life as he
saw it among the Egypi.ns:
Had not known before entered which Ol
the individuals seated in the courtroom was his
honor could not have distinguished him from
the crowd, who sat upon benches, boxes and
chairs every one engaged in whiting and chew
ing tobacco, or smoking in very free and easy
manner. The suit is called, and a witness is
summoned to testify in the case. The Justice
administered the oath in o novel form; Now
Jem, (or John, as It may be,) tell the Jury what
you know aboutit.' Not Bible, or even On Al.
manac, nor Hoyle, was there to give sanctity or
impressiveness to the proceeding. The testimo-
ny all taken, the learned Justice charges the in.
ry in this wise; Now Jurynen, you have heard
the testimony; so 60 out somewhere by your
selves and make up your yerdlck.' And SO they
did.
T Aword IL to the fashions, for the benefit o1
the ladies
I The wearing Of hoops has just come in vogue
ItfctS, anu " Is uo uhCoililioH eRHI w sSo :" ""J
walking ont With her skirt widely expanded by
hoops, in all the glory OF frst-claSs calico, while
her bare feet press the sod, and exhibit free.
dom of contact with the soil that speaks well
for the fair ones ia affection for mother earth,
but denotes an absence Of soap and water quite
excruciating to people fastidious about dirt.
Our modern Egyptians have affection, feeling,
passions, senses; if you prick them they will
smart; if you strike them they will respond; il
you insult them they will fight; if yon tell them
that democracy is the true gospel and Douglas
its apostle, they will swear you're right, old hoss
if you ask them to smile, there is no end to their
endurance But of the advantages of education
and the influence OF religion, they are Egypt
and!
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-09

"Sally, what time does your folks dine ~
"Soon as you 90 away; that's missus' orders"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-09

A coquette is q rose-bush from which each
young beat, pulls leaf, and thorns are lett for
the husband. ,.sl.
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SPRING IMPORTATION.

SPRING IMPORTATION.
II arge stock of Guns, Pistols and Rifles. am nov
opening large variety of single and double bar
rel guns of superior inish also splendid variety O.
Powder Flasks of Dixon's make Shot Belts and
Pouches of the most approved styles, fine Game Bags
Wad Cutters, Dog Calls and Collars, Ely's Water
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,
doors above st. Charles Hotel
K chmond, March 81, l857-ly
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RaRR II ETTENGER.

CARY STREET, NEXT BELOW CITY
GAS WORKS, BETWEEN 18TH AND
18TH 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 and Machinery made to order.
call is solicited from those in want and the quail
ity of our work warranted in every respect.
Richmond, March 81, 1857-ly
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NEW BOOKS.-Moss-Side by Marion Harland,
| author of ''Alone' and "The Hidden Path" Nc.
Mahon's American Gardener new edition, enlarged
improved and illustrated Just received and for sale
by KobI. Co" An
'Staunton Sent O. 1857,
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TO secure ROOM ia crowd, carry a paintpOt.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-09

i hand French Calf Skins Mems, Women's and
Graned Morocco; Lining and Binding Skins Thread,
Nails Wax Tools of all kinds Bristes. &C.; all Of
which will be sold at the very lowest market price
GEO. L. PRICE.
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a NDIRONS.-I have Just received a lot of those
N old style heavy Brass Andirons. vt about hall
price and superior to Those in want should ex
anime them. GEO. L. PRICE.
S..nn4nr Nnr 4 1esz-Yin cony
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CLOCKS! CLOCKS!-The undersigned has a
I ] fine lot of Clocks hand which he will sell
cheap and warrant to keep good time He prepared
with ali the materials necessary TO REPAIR Clocks
we'll as Watches and will warrant his work for one
wear A. LANG,
One door below r. Cowan's Book Store.
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MENTAL NOrICE.-wM. CHAPMAN has re
IL moved to Staunton. He will be found ~ DR.. Ar
THURS Oee, our doors from the National Hote'when
not professionally engaged IN the country.
Staunton, April s, lS57.-tf.
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gVOUSENEGPERS who like to have Il nicely pol
Il ished Stove can tnd the very article ut
DR. Y0UNG'S STORE.
S,..,,,o,, Nov 1877
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-09

CTOYES! STOVES!!-W. J. POINTS has .
full assortment of Cooking Parlor and Box Stoves,
Coal Crates Wooden Buckets, Baskets, BroOmS, Ash
and Coal Buckets, and Tin Ware of all kinds.
a. no
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-09

TOBACCO just received 35 boxes ofgood sound
HasLians Tobacco, which | can sell at u moderate
price these times. r. j. GLENDl,
Staunton MAY 81. 1857. Per C. T. COCHRAN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1857-12-09
NY d. GILKEsON HAVING FORMED

w u COpartnership with hls son, the business OF
the Hotel will hereafter be conducted in tho of
W. ID. GILkES0N / co.
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MISCELLANEOUS.
AMERICAN HOTEL,
STAUNTON, VA,
MRS, NARY A. BROWN.

rINflIS new and eegan, Hotel is ROW open for the re
ception aud accommodation OF visitors.
The PropretFess assures the public that every ehor
will be made to please her guests.
Tue Stages of HARMAN, BROWN CO., arrive
and depart from this Hotel where their only office il
To be found.
Staunton. Jan. 2S, lS57.-tf
lXyE HAVE IN STORE Il WILL SELL
w LOW FOR CASH
100 sacks Ashton Salt,
- do Wor;hing d1.;
80 sides Leather:
10 boxes Cheese:
Lot of Sugar ut reduced prices;
Superior lot of Chewing Tobacco
Adamantine and Taow Candles.
Produce OF all kinds taken in trade.
p. n. POWELL & co.
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21
r.. ". BOY TON.
WATCH MAKER AND JEwELER
MAIN ST., OPPOSITE ODD FELLOWS HALL,
SAN ANDREAS,

MAIN ST, OPPOSITE FELLOWS HALL,
SAN ANDREAS,
NHERE may be found large assortment
w of good Brass Clocks, such as sQ
Eight Day. and Thirty Hour Striking E,(A
and Marine Alarm Clocks. Also, beau "a
tiful Paror and Bedroom Clocks, all of which
will be rarrantad 10 keep good time one year.
Also, fine magnifying Glasses, with double
power, expressly for examining Quartz Rock.
Also, Spy Glasses, Spectacles, thermometers,
Pocket Compasses, American Pocket Knives,
Steel Tweezers, Watch Guards, Keys, first
quality Italian string, fnger-boards, tail
pieces, bridges, rosin, bows, &c.
Also, large assortment of fine Gold Pens,
Gold Fob Chains, Fob Buckles, Seals, Slides,
Ladies Gold Curb Chains, Belt Buckles, Pen
ellis, Silver thimbles, Coral Beads, &c. Also,
fine Gold Rings, EARRINGS, Breast Pins, Lock
cts, Snaps, Infants Coral and Gold Armlets,
Necklaces, &c.
Special attention will be. given to all work,
such as repairing Clocks and Watches, manu-
featuring Rings, EARRINGS, Specimen Pins, &c.
N. B. All work warranted if well used
| would also embrace this opportunity of
thanking the public for past favors, and hope,
by trying to please them, to still merit their
appreciation. jy ll-tfv2:2
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21
Written for the San Audreas independent
Elephantine Musings.
By AN GOLD SETTLER.

Midst natures widest grandeur" it
might be supposed that writer, even
of weekly or occasional contribution, to
some friendly journal for publication,
would be filled with poetry alone, and
although / might descant on the origin
atty and beauties of Homer, and contrast
them with much of the commonplace
stuff of modern times, yet sometimes
spark of the Promethean fire is now and
then delivered from the Independent, that
instinctively gives me courage TO write
just as | think, and not merely to please
a vitiated public taste, or to cater to
morbid appetite, either from the trans
cendentally wonderful, or for the low and
fitful CLEANS of imperfect fallen human
nature. Knowing, however, that you
sometimes extol and praise lager to the
skies, permit me, in return, to say that
at Murphy's we are smokers, "and we
smoke till we sit in the clouds like the
gods" and the truth will appear more
fully apparent, the moment | tell you we
live little above the Angels, whether in
the first or seventh heaven, circumstances
will ultimately determine, without doubt.
But, my dear Independent, as far as /
am able to judge, we are as near glory,
perhaps, as mortals ever obtain.
After this brief exordium, allow me to
say that to come down and talk of Muir
phys in the utilitarian style of history,
would most unquestionablv detract from
her just observance. And | do not choose
to say four taverns, two blacksmiths'-
shops and one church, for I have a pre-
dilection in favor of church, and l be-
lieve four churches and one tavern would
come near the truth, in this place. l
speak theoretically, in regard to mining
| never did or could mislead any one,
because, first: L never wrote any kind of
mining stuff for newspapers, .and for the
very reason that by the time it would be
printed and sent back, | would not be-
lieve my own written statement, although
made in good faith and according to
truth-for the reason that, although our
statement may be literally and perfectly
true, it is only, after all, an ec parte or
one sided story, and never hints or says
one word of the sore disappointments of
the very meanest miners of the neighbor-
borhood. No you DON'T get any min
ing news out Of this child. | am far
more pleased to say that we have lovely
and fertile country, that will be the abode
OF happy millions. We, as the first set
tiers or pioneers, have borne the hard
ships of all first settlers, at least on the
American Continent, and no place in
California will show greater proofs than
Murphy's, of that true spirit of healthy
progress which is so highly characteristic
of the American people, particularly with
such resources as surround this favored
locality-good land, the finest timber in
the State, and exhaustless mining ground.
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21
From the Alta California.

LAGER BEER.-This is a favorite beverage
with US, and we boldly avow our attachment
for it. We like it for two reasons: it is an
economical drink and will not intoxicate--
unless taken in excess, which is condition Of
things which we never countenance. Ration
ally taken, the effect is wholesome and exhila-
rating; drank in unreasonable quantities, the
result is vastly different. One of our poetical
correspondents records case of excessive in
dulgence under the head of
SAD STORY OF An UNFoRTuNATE INDIVIDUAL IN
FREE COUNTRY.
Found Recorded IN Book b., Of Braniganism.
The fogs of night had gathered soon,
As down a lager beer saloon
A Dutchman came in search of rest
And of mine host made his request:
Elm lager beer
His mouth looked dry, his eyes forlorn,
Winkd like fish when it was drawn,
And as with firemans trumpet spoke,
The shout arose mid cigar smoke,
Elm lager beer!
At tables near he saw the crowds
Swill down their beer, while smoke in clouds
From their meerschaums ascended up
And then a growl came from the cup:
Elm lager beer
Intermission of two hours aud q half, du-
ring which, it is supposed that the individual
alluded to consumes some forty-odd glasses of
the aforesaid beverage. 1t is to be understood
also, that they were all paid for.
''Hold upl hold up y the old man said,
lao l.
'Tis getting late, my vrow's alone"
But still he cred-half growl, half groan-
Elm lager beer
oh, stay with us, girl did say,
And on the billiard table lay;'
But with hiccough, he replied
Pushing the empty glass aside
Elm lager beer
'!Beware of watchmen on the route
Said mine host as he turned him out;
Tomorrow night again we'll meet"
A voice replied, up Kcarny street:
Elm lager beer
At early hour when chickens crow,
When policemen are laying low,
Believing that their time is out,
The air was startled with shout
Oflager beer!
A traveller, both lame and tired,
In the gutter lay bemircd,
And with grip that gave no twitch,
He clenchcd cup, the drcgs of which
Were lager beer
In Judge Coons docket sat Mynhcer,
A victim of elm lager beer;
And when the sheriff ceased his rap,
These words fell like thunder clap
Five dollars, sir !
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21

never stop to consider how utterly need
less they are. Be little independent.
Lay aside the servile spirit of imitation,
and cut short, once for all, this constant
system of useless extravagance.s
Mr.. Spendfast profted by my lecture,
/ am happy to say, and came over to my
side of the question. What do yoa.
think about it, all We young men that
''can't Afford to satisfy your literary and
intellectual wants?
Mrs. GEO. WASHINGTON WYLLYs.
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21

THE LOVE OF THE BEAUTIFUL
How the deep hidden mysteries of our
natures are stirred, far down in the
depths of our hearts, where none but the
Allseelng eye can penetrate, by the sight
OF the beautiful. A tiny flower will draw
our thoughts heavcnward, and as we con-
template the works of our Creator, dis
played in these lovely forms and delicate
fragrance, we sink into nothingness at the
thought that man, with all his assumed
greatness, cannot produce one among all
the myriads which adorn the earth, which
will deceive the smallest of God S creatures.
We see the starry skies; the moon
with silvery light bathes the surrounding
landscape. We look upon it, scarce
daring to inhale the perfumed air, lest all
should vanish-one dissolving wonder
The deep shadows of the old wood, how
from the inmost recess of the heart it
calls up memories of the past, joys and
sorrows we thought long since forgotten.
not sound from the busy world disturbs
us, while we sit and dream. Has the
foot of man ever trod before these silent
shades, has night disturbed the little in
habitants of the forest who fearIesslv
gather about us. How long in natures
garden will these forest monarchs be al
lowed to stand in grandeur and sublinlity.
with now and then clinging vine encir.
cling their gnarled trunks, while
'The oak used not for youth repine,
Nor the frail Joy fear the storm"
God has implanted within us love. a
reverence for the beautiful, which is nu.
rifying, ennobling, and shall never die
Farmer,
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21
NOTICEi
nE Bounty Land Warrants I5e

VTyHE undersigned having completed arrange
i ments with his Correspondent in WASH
ington, D. c.. is now ready to procure Boun-
ty Land Warrants, granted by an Act of
Congress, passed March Sd, 1855, giving land
(l6O acrcs) to all connected with the .irmy or
Nary of the United States, in any of the wars
in which the United have been engaged
Also, State Troops, whose services have been
paid by the United States.
HsH. Information given gratis.
BeA-No charge, if said warrants are not OBJ
tanned. r.. THOMPSON, j. p.
BEs1Ofice, Centre street, next door to Stur-
ges' Stone Building, Mok. Hill. feb 1852
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21

The CAUSE OF IT.-Dr. Stats SAYS
that delirium tremens is becoming much
more upmanageable than formerly. He
attributes this to the immense amount Of
strychnine used in the monufacture Of
whisky at the present time. By using
this poison, distillers get about fifty per
cent more liquors from bushel of corn
than they formerly did. In Ohio, the
use of strychnine in the manufacture Of
whisky has become SO great that the Leg.
islature, short time since, had opass a
law, making the crime punishable by two
years confinement in the Pcnitentiary,
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21

RICH EDITORS. exchange says
that editors are, as general thing, not
over-stocked with worldly goods. Hum.
bug. Here we are, editor of country
newspaper, fairly rolling in wealth. We
have good office, double-barrelled rife
seven suits of clothes, three kittens, a
Newfoundland pup, two gold watches,
thirteen day and two night shirts, carpets
on our floor, pretty wife, own one cor
ner lot, have ninety-three cents in cash,
are out of debt and have no rich rela,
tives. If we are not wealthy, it is pity.
Hurrah for hurrah T! Who cares for cash.
Horizon His. 4rgus
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21
CHANGING MASTERS.

CHANGING MASTERS. "A forty-fiye
years old printer, who was once mis-
sionary preacher, remarked that he had
served the Lord twelve years in China
and it didn't pay id cent "I'm
now going to make money!" said he, "out
of the newspaper business" With this
object in view he is preparing to estab-
llsh paper in Carson Valley. We are
not apprehensive that he will find it much
more profitable to serve the devil in Car
son Valley, than it was to serve the Lord
In China.-Age.
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21
WILLIAM IRVINE, Proprietor.

YNHE UNDERSIGNED has always on hand,
4 large supply of all qualities of Lumber,
ana Is prepared to fill all orders on the short
e. nouce, at the lowest market rates. His
! AND is situated in the rear of the Kinder
nook exchange, in the town of San Andreas.
! nave also established Lumber Yard AT
campo Seco, with Boyle & O'Neil as his agents.
n b.-A good supply of long and short
shingles always on hand.
dec 20. o6-6m@ WILLIAM IRVINE.
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21

pa The Mormon currency is on the
principle of the wit in one of Douglas
Jerrold's comedies. He says: "My no.
tion of a wife of forty is, that man should
exchange her, like a bank-note, for two
twcnties.,
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21
How TO "PEG Our PREMATuRELY.

How TO "PEG Our" PREMATURELY.
Begin life with fattcring prospects !;
work hard and gain confidence BE am
bilious in bringing yourself forward to
accomplish some end which will make
you popular and help your purse. Min
gle with the eminent and honorable, and
by your manners, your ambition, your
talent, win the honor of being "onc
among them" Then let some fancied
cloud pass over your brow. Become dis
pirited, and let imaginary ills haunt and
hover around you. Analyze in a false
light every word, look, smile, that may
be given by your most intimate friends,
and discover in them latent dupiicity,
dislike or irony. Then, with all these
hypocondricalid ideas whirling in your brain,
turn cold as the ice to friends, be indie
pendent Of their good will, Though still
hurt by their imaginary hatred and
feeling "alone," drown your isolated sor-
row in the bowl. Quaf' till your brain is
bursting with joyful excitement, and defy
your fancied enemies to steal from your
lips so sweet friend Drink day after
day, until your potations are observed by
others-till you win the name of ''jolly
fcllow'-till you stagger in the streets.
Drink till your eyes are swollen and red,
and the checks puff out in full, round,
roseate look. Mingle, then, with the
low-drink with the mean, and repulse
the hand that would redeem you. When
your purse gives out, tell your character
goodbye; speak of life as a miserable
burlesque upon better place, and that
place too good for yourself. Totter along
recognize no one on your way-still
drinking, on borrowed funds; and on
some cold morning, when the cocks are
growing, and honest, sensible people are
going to work, doing their share of the
destiny of creation, be found lying up in
the corner made by some protuberant
gable end, sleeping the sleep that knows
no waking.
That's the way-we've seen it tried.
San Andreas independent., 1857-11-21

sg The speaker who declared publicly
that Imagination would fail, has com.
promised the affair 9 on change to pre-
vent a suit for defamation.