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A Glowing Description.

The last Charlottesville Advocate publishes
the proceedings Of meeting at Scottsville, on
the 18th inst, held for the purpose of denoun-
cling the recent conduct of CON- Paulding. The
profound statesmen of Scottsville declare that
the arrest of Walker is "a dangerous omen" and
that Paulding should be dismissed from the SER
vice; and resolved to burn the Commodore IN
efigy on hill belonging to P. f. Jefferson,
nephew of the illustrious author OF the Decla-
ration of Independence" The correspondent OF
the Advocate says:
"After the adoption of the foregoing resolu-
TONS the meeting adjourned, and repaired to
Jefferson's Mount, very commanding eninence
which rears its lofty summit far above the tall
est house which adorns the village, and after
successive yells from the large and excited crowd
which had congregated to see and hear, the i'm.
age was set on fire and consumed amid the loud
and enthusiastic shouts of an indignant populace
"The burning of the image amid the thick
darkness which regned, presented at one time
to spectator in the distance, a scene of gran
deur and sublimity The old hill, made lumi-
nous by the brilliancy of the devouring flames
and the visible forms of the anxious populace, as
in promiscuous groups they surrounded the burn.
ing figure, added to the loud huzzas, made the
welkin ring, and constituted scene which for
imposing grandeur will have to be witnessed in
order to be justly appreciated"
What sublime affair! Com. Pauldng may
as well hang up his sword To be burnt in eff
gy on "Jefferson's Mount" is more than any or
binary man can endure. The people of New
Orleans were raising money few days ago to
buy him new sword, but they will now, OF
course, abandon the idea We beg Scottsville
to have the thing over again. The writer just
ly says that the imposing grandeur" of the
scene twill have to be witnessed in order to be
Justly appreciated" We would travel q long
way to see-or hear--"the old hill' make "the
welkin ring" We agree also with the resolu-
lions that the arrest of Walker is "a dangerous
omen"-an omen full of danger to all Filibus-
tarc
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27
A New Feature.

Our contemporaries of the "Vindicator" pro-
pose to engraft q new feature on their paper by
devoting large share of attention to the sub
ject of Internal Improvement. We need not say
that we wish them much success in their effort
The more internal Improvement the less Demo
cratic heresy, and zoe would of course think such
q change an improvement. Apart from selfish
considerations of that kind, however, we think
the idea good one, and hope that it may be the
means of pecuniary benefit to the proprietors.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

At a monthly meeting of the Augusta Fire
Association, on Saturday the 18th January, 1853,
the following resolutions were unanimously
dopted:
Resolped, That the thanks Of the Augusta
Fire Association are herewith rendered to the
Proprietor of the American Hotel, for the salts,
factory manner in which everything was provi.
ded which could contribute to the comfort and
pleasure of his guests, on the occasion of the
Firemen's Ball the 29th ultimo.
ResOlced, To Mr.. Seayres, the gentlemanly ca
terer, the members of the company feel them
selves greatly indebted. By his attention to all,
and by the quantity and quality of choice things
set before the Company, he has shown himself a
prince of caterers.
RssOlCed, That the foregoing resolutions be
published in the papers of the town.
JAS. Il. WATERS, Pres.
porrrr1 Sac'v
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27
Death of N Veteran,

George Kenton Harper, Esq, who for nearly
forty years was the editor of the Franklin Re
pository, died at Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
on the 18th inst, aged 70 years. In the wal
of 1912 he served as an officer ofinfantry in two
campaigns first on the Canada lines and again
in the defence of Baltimore. Mr.. Harper was
the father of Capt. K. Harper of this county.
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"One of the best books for boys with which wehave
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Answers to Correspondents.

sMARY, OF Messy CREEK."-We do not know
where you would be able to procure the "love
potion referred to in your letter. TWAS manu-
featured in olden times by DR.. Demetrius Do
BOBBY, an account of whom you will find in Sir
Walter SCOTS "Kenilworth." Whether Demetri-
us has handed his secret down to posterity you
may perhaps learn by inquiring at DR.. Young's
Drug Store.
A TAx-PAYER.-We can do nothing with the
Town Council If you desire to mend matters
90 to the sovereign people.
MATLDA.-We are always glad to hear from
you. Your graceful "Lnes" are on the first
page, and will be admired by every body. The
remaining poem will be forthcoming.
in. M-We remember the young man well
but have heard nothing of him for many years
Rumor says that his bones are bleaching on the
plains of Mexico. The young lady of that early
day, is now matron with grey hairs in her
head and children at her knees The history Of
that pair would make thrilling tale. Suppose
you work it up.
GOSPEL HLL.-The "Phantom Train" was
heard again few nights since at II o'clock pre-,
cisely. We do not pretend to explain the phe,
nomenon.
@. Rive will trade for Railroad Bonds, at
the market price. There is bargain in the
property and no mistake.
A FRlEND.-See Proverbs VI: IL. The gen.
tleman you refer to is on the verge of preci-
pice-so folks say.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

Econ EURops.-1he steamer karopa arrived
sst New FORK, on Sunday, bringing Liverpool
dates to the 9th inst, one week later than pre-
vious advices, The financial news is favorable
money was abundant, the bullion in the Bank
had largely increased, and the rate of discount
had been reduced to six per cent. Cotton an(
breadstuffs had slightly declined
Later news from India announces the death
from dysentery of the gallant Havelock. The
civilized world will join in expressing its re-
grets over the grave of this brave soldier whose
generalship and valor as the savior of the gar
rison at Lucknow, had given to his name SC
high a reputation, Gen. Windham's division
had been defeated by the Gwalior insurgents,
but the current of British victory was subse
quently restored by the defeat of the same body
of insurgents by Gen. Colin Campbell. The
deaths of Marshal Radetzky, of Redscid Pacha
and of Rachel, the actress, are announced The
launch of the Leviathan was at last proceeding
with promise of early success.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

The Republican members of the House o.
Representatives held caucus on Friday even
ing to make preparations for the struggle which
will shortly ensue upon the question of the adj
mission of Kansas into the Union under the Le'
compton constitution. They expect to defeat
the measure. Mr.. Blair, of Missouri, is to lead
the opposition in this important parliamentary
pitched battle.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27
Fire.

On Wednesday night last the barn of Mr.. W.
D. Clarke, on North River, west of Mt. Scion,
in this County, was destroyed by fire. Three
valuable horses persisted in the flames. 1t is
supposed that the barn was set on fire.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27
Book Advertisement.

We invite attention to the new advertisement
of Messrs, Gould q Lincoln, inserted in this pa.
per- All the publications of this house are
valuable, and the works of Bayns and Rogers
are particularly attractive. The publishers will
send any book by mail, postage paid, on receipt
of the price.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

NOTICE AS administrator with the will an
~ nexed of the late Michael Bear, dec'd will, on
Saturday. tile 18Th dug Of February next make sale Of
the land on which the testator resided at the time of
his DEATH 1.-THE other land have already sold, adoin-
ing land of the pleasant village fChurchvile, sew
en- miles west from Staunton containing IA Acres,
of which about 80 acres cleared the residue well
mbered the soil of lime formation, everything dense
clay about seven acres of Meadow, never failing
stream passing through it, fine spring. an extensive
Orchard of a great variety Of choice fruit large
BRICK MANSION a large Barn, together with 9TH
er buildings altogether making the tract exceedingly
desirable to one not DESTROYS of purchasing large
body There are churches, stores, schoolhouses and
mills within sight of the mansion aud taking 1t alto
gether the ghborhood is of the most desirable
IN the county. For several years previous to his
DEATH the tesator unable TO farm except to quite
Limited extent consequently, the farm is somewhat
out of order, but much the better OF the rest.
The terms of sale will be onefourth in six months,
and the residue in and two years thereafter, ex
cept enough down to cover expenses attending the
sale the whole of the deferred payments to be well Sc
cured by bond with approved security and the title to
be retained as ultimate security.
The sale will take place at II o'clock, A. NJ:
J. b. WATTS,
Admir- with the will annexed
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
ECUToR,s SALE OF REAL & PER-

TXECUTOR'S SALE OF REAL & PER-
u S0NAL PR0PERTY.-As executor of William
Brooks, decd, will offer at public sale, on the prem
ses, on Thursday, tile All Of Marcel next the TRACT
OF LAND on which he resided, containing about 300
Acres, lying on both sides of South River, one mile
above Waynesboro. About $50 acres are cleared, rs
OF 80 Bottom Land and under good state OF cul-
tvation the balance is well tmbered. 1t has upon it
a large and comfortable MANSION HOUSE, and q
never failing Spring the door, Servants Houses,
large frame Bank Barn. frame Stable, and other me-
cessary out-buldngs with Orchard of good Fruit.
more particular description is deemed unnecessary,
as persons wishing TO purchase invited to examine
for themselves and attend the day of sale. Pos
session given Immediately.
On the same day and at the same place | will also
sell one unimproved LOT in the town of Waynesboro
Also SIX NEGROES men, 9 boys, l woman and
child Also CARRIAGE and HARNESS, ] Buggy and
Harness, Horses and Cattle, Hogs, Wagons, Ploughs
Harrows, Corn Drill, Wheat Fam Grain in the ground,
1000 or 1900 bushels Of Corn, some Rye and Oats,
Household and Kitchen Furniture and various other
articles too tedious to enumerate.
TERMS OF SALE.-For the land, one-fourth in hand
the balance in three equal annual payments, satsfac
tory secured The terms for the lot and negroes will
be made known day of sale. On the personal prop
erty a credit Of nine months will be given on all sums
of $40 and upwards purchasers giving bonds and APP
proved security; under $40 cash.
J. NJ. BROOKS,
Jan. 81, lS5S-tds Ex'or of VIM. Brooks, decd.
~ Vim. and Rock Reg. copy and send accounts to
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

T OST BOND.-I hereby notify the public that a
u bond executed to me by George, W. Deal, on the
18th of August, 1850 for $500, payable on the st of
Sepember 1856 has been lost, and have filed bill
in the Circuit Court of Augusta, to set up said lost
bond | forewarn all persons from trading for said
bond. JohN pooh'
T.,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

Mr.. Everett repeated his Grafton on Washing
ton in New York city on Thursday evening last
The receipts were $4,000. This is the 66tf
time that Mr.. Everett has repeated his magnit
cent Grafton, which has already added to 1.-THE
Mount Vernon fund about $3S000
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27
.UBLIC SALE.-Wi.

DUBLIC sALE.-Will be sold, on Wednesday
ty. to witt Horses, Cattle (among them some fresh
Mich Cows Sheep and Hogs, Carriage and Harness,
Wagons and Harness of all kinds, Blacksmith Tools,
PloWs and Harrows of all kinds, together with House
hold and Kitchen Furniture
Jan. 81, 1Sss-tds GEORGE PALMEh
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

The report grows stronger that Gov. Wise
is coming out with another letter on Kansas
He is not the man to rest satisfied with the i'm
preston that now exists among so many of his
political friends as to his course and views
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27
Full and Fair Notice!

The price of the Spectator is $3.50 year. but from
subscribers who pay within the year 81 will be receiv
ed in full This regular price Of $3.50 win be rigidly
and imparally exacted from all who fail to pay be-
fore the expiration of the year.
Jan. g. 1855
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

THRUST SALE.-By virtue of a deed of trust ex
i ecuted to me by VIM. NJ. Groah, bearing date tn
nth day of December 1885, and orecord in the Clerk
office OF the County Court of Augusta SHALL on Sat
urddy, the 2OM dag Of FEBRUARY next in the town o
highest bidder for Cash. the undivided Interest of thu
said Groah in TRACT of LAND, situated on the wa
tiers of the South River, in the county of Augusta,
bout six miles south of Greenvle. The title is be
lieved to be unquestonable, but acting as trustee
will only convey such title as is vested in me by the
deed aforesaid. JOHN j. LAREW, trustee
Ian 81. 1858.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

| INTERESTING News FROM THE UTAH ExPEDI-
TIoN.-Despatches have been received by the
War Department from Col. Johnston, dated No
vember 30th, confirming the previous reports
of the excessive suffering and great loss Of
draught animals by snow storms, cold and star
walton. A sufficient number Of oxen, although
poor, had been saved to supply part ration for
six days in the week, and there was bacon, on
hand for one day per week for seven months,
together with supply of flour and small rations.
The storm had dealt roughly with Colonel
Cookies command. He had lost half his horses
besides number of mules. Further advances
towards Salt Lake city cannot be made without
new supply of such animals, to procure which
Capt. Marcy had been despatched to New Mex.
leo to secure a supply for use in early spring
when the army, with volunteer force, 1000
strong, will resume march as soon as supplied
with horses and mules for their support.
Two volunteer companies have mustered into
the service for nine months and it is expected
that two more will join in few days.
The troops have borne the danger and priva-
ton of the march with patience and cheerfnlness.
They are in fine health, although some are suf-
fering from frost bite
Another Letter from an oiscer 81 the ar
my says the Mormons are afreid 1T mounted
men, They are greet towards He ~ assaesfns
and robbers, and be fears their lsssse aud tlsess
whohave no claim in tbs Wales VIZ = 4 Sss
OCCURRING tboif' dei1de9 s. ,,iirS err Il cessse
property lest il may benefit tllesFs9
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27
To Business Men.

The ''Spectator"is emphatically the paper for
business men and advertisers. The union of the lists
of the two papers, gives it circulation unrivalled
BY any paper in the interior of Virginia. See terms
of advertising in another column, which WILL in all ca
ses be strictly adhered to- except when the cash is
paid when liberal discount will be made. All char
ges for advertising and job work due when the work
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

THE RICHMOND STATUE.-The equestrian sta
tue of Washington was successfully elevated to
the summit of its pedestal on Thursday last, in
the presence of large concourse of spectators.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

THE RED PETTIooArs.-The origin Of the new
style of female dress, which has lately been in
troduced in this country, is thus described by
the Philadelphia Bulletin:
Queen Victoria in Engand-nothing less-be-
ing fascinated while at Balmoral by the red pet
ticoats of the peasantry, her attention being
called to them by observing the degree to which
they absorbed Albert as "art studies," suddenly
resolved to countercheck Eugenie's hoops and
introduce something which should be both use
full and ornamental. Still the idea had been
preached before. Somewhere in Moriarty's
novels foppish but intelligent young man re-
marks the picturesque effect of the red petticoat
of Irish girls and thinks that there is something
rather Spanish in it, However, the Queen got
one of the petticoats and cOleeOn, and put them
on. Albert put up his quizzing glass and ad,
mired the effect Lady Gore ouseley saw it, and
introduced it at Westinghouse hurrah for
Scarlet Pettcoat, and uioe le jupon rouge
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

DLASTERING..-.The undersigned offers his
i services to the public as pasterer in town and
county Work will be done on as good terms and at
as short notice us by anybody else. Refer to Capt
Jno F. Smith, Architect and ]. G.. Riley.
Staunton, Jan. 81, 1s5s.-tf. d. w. SHOTT.
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MORE PRIZES THAN BLANKSI
EVERY OTHER TICKET A PRIZE.
Registered Money Letters at Our Risk.
CAPITAL PRIZE $4,000!

ANDERSON & SONS LOTTERY,
On the Hacana Plan Of Single Numbers!
Jasper County .9CGdeniy Lottery,
BY AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA.
CLASS HH draws February 1st, 1855, and CLASS
II draws FeJruaryl5M 1885, in public, at Macon, Ca,
under the sworn superintendent of E. c. Buckley and
Jos. Waterman, Esqs.
Whole Tickets $40 Halves So; Quarters $3.50
Prizes Payable s0ithout DEDUCTION!
w1 Only 10000 Numbers! $500 Prizes.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

The Wheeling Tntelligencer says that Mr.. JEFF.
Martin is before the. State Legislature, with 3
petition f0r-tiis signatures of members, asking
that lie be permitted to remain in his Office as
q. S. Marshal for the Western district OF Yir-
uinia
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-27

$1,000 Prizes amounting to. s2l9es0
The Is 600 Prizes of $3.50 are determined by the
last figure of the number that draws the Capitaf it
is an odd number, then every odd number Ticket will
be entitled to $780, lift is an even number, then
ery even number Ticket will be entitled to $3.50, in
addition to any other Prize the Ticket may draw.
Banl, Notes of sound Banks taken at par. Checks
on New York RENTED for Prizes.
Address Orders for Tickets Certificates of Packa
ges of Tickets to
ANDERSON & SON, Managers,
Jan. 81, 1858. Macon or Savannah Ca
CHINESE SUGAR CANE SEED.-I have
I left at the store of TAYLOR HoGE in Stanton,
a lot Sugar Cane Seed, warranted TO be genuine and
fully maured. For sale at'25 Cents per pound. Two
pounds sufficient to liant On acre. | have raised
il two years. and find it very valuable foI Fodder az
well as Molasses and Vinegar, Every farmer should
raise of it, all kinds of stock are fond oft
Jan. 81, lS5S-3t A. G. I. VAN LEAR.
4 BARGAIN For sale at great bargain a
II very valuable MILL PROPERTY, with Ten A
of Land attached excellent Dwelling House, Mer
chant Mill, Carding Machine Saw Mill, fine Spring,
&C.; acres of the land first rate Meadow. Location
near Mboro', Bath county. great bargain is Of
fered in this property. For terms, &c, apply to
Jan. q, 1858. EDS, SPECTATOR.
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There is no exaggeraon in these statements; they
plain sober facts, that we can give evidence to
prove while all who giving their unanimous
testimony in Its favor.
We take infinite pleasure in recommending this med
icine preventive for Fever and Ague, Chill
Fever, and all Fevers of Bilious Type. 1t OPP
tify to its wonderful virtues.
Among the hundreds of Liver Remedies now Of.
fered to the public, there fully rec
emmend as DIR. Sanford's InvigOrator, SO gener-
ally known now throughout the Union. This prepa-
ration is truly Liger Luogorat0r producing the most
happy results on all who use it. Almost nnumerable
certificates have been given of the great virtue Of this
medicine by those of the highest standing in society,
and know it to be the best preparation before
the public.-Rudson County Democrat.
PRICE ONE DOLLAR PER BOTTLE.
SANFORD & CO., Proprietors,
345 Broadway, New York.
laE- For sale by DIR. WV. B. You've, Druggist,
Staunton, Va.
Lon la62--Grn