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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

THE De RlvIERE AND BLoUNT AFFAIR.-lt was
stated that this affair had been compromised, and
that with the reconciliation of Mr.. and Mrs.
Bloupt and the return of Miss Blount to her ia
ther. the matter was settled. But nevertheless
the prosecution of Mr. Jno. Huncke, the land
lord of the Hotel Napoleon, and others In Hobo
ken for contelupt fthe writ Of habeas corpus was
continued The examination was resumed before
Judge Ogden at New York, ON the 18th, when
testimony was taken to show that Miss Bluunt
was taken from the Hotel Napoleon al midnight
in a carriage by MIR. Huucke and Mr.. Philip Mul,
ford. and was driven to Elizabeth City, whence
she was taken on the railroad TO Philadelphia,
aud thence to Gloucester City, n. j., where she
was placed in charge of DR.. Milford, the post
master, who obtained lodgings tor her at farm
house about eight miles from Gloucester. There
she had brief interview with Captain De Ri
Were the next day. Finally, she seems to have
come TO proper sense of her position, and lav-
ing escaped from her new friends, FASTENED back
to New York and rejoined her father. Mrs.
Blount and her daughter were both examined as
witnesses. On Wednesday the case was conclu-
ded and the Judge announced his decision.-
Huncke was found guilty and sentenced TO pay d
fine of 5000 and be imprisoned twenty days In
the common Jail, at the end OF which Tune nc Is
to be further imprisoned until the fine be paid.
He received the sentence with much surprise,
and did not seem to realize the fact until CON
Quoted to jail Mrs. Bount was also surprised,
and manifested determination to be revenged.
This case was opened again on Thursday,
when Judge Ogden issued bench warrants a.
gainst Milford Qhe lawyer,) Davis and Hancke
on charge of perjury. The whereabouts OF
Milford were not known. Huncke was surprised
to find himself caught upon another charge.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

A BRITISH PACIFIC RAILRoAp.-It would not
be at all surprising if our Canadian brethren
should steal march on us and be the first to
construct railroad across the continent from
the Atlantic to the Pacific. Great Britain has
interests enough at stake to make her an earnest
competitor in that enterprise, and, though We
may feel incredulous about it until the feat is
accomplished, it is very clear that she does not
mean to wait for our example. Practically she
is at present far ahead of US, and her Grand
Trunk line through Canada is steadily pushed
forward with an aim to reach the Pacific at Van
couver's Island Ii has already accomplished
nearly fourth Of the distance across the cent?
nent, and preparations have been made to carry
on the work unremittngly. 1t has been very
successful and has already ruined the business
of the Lake steamers. There will soon be a con-
tinuous line of more than thirteen hundred miles
of one of the best and most substantially built
roads in the world, extending from Port Sarnia
on Lake Huron to Halifax. We dislike to see
Great Britain the first to carry railroad across
the American continent, but the signs all point
that way. We have been doing nothing, while
they have been active in preparation We have
been talking, they have been working, and now
we see an almost accidental occurrence, the dis
covery of gold in their Pacific territory, is about
to supply them with every stimulus, and every
means for its accomplishment
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

SALT LAKE CITY.-The latest mail from the
city OF Salt Lake brings intelligence from thence
to the Goth of June. AS the mail departed, the
army under Gen. Johnston was entering the city.
The Mormons were still at Provo, with The ex-
ception OF about one hundred and fifty men, who
remained in Salt Lake City to take care of the
crops, stock, and other property. Communica-
tons between the Peace Commissioners and
Brigham Young was kept up daily, ard the best
aud most peaceable feeling seemed to prevail
The Mormons would not rent their houses in the
city. The army, it was supposed, would camp
near West Mountain, about y miles west Of the
civ
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

ATLANTIC TELEGRAPH.-A late Liverpool
steamer brings intelligence of the arrival of the
Niagara and her consort at Queenstown, Ireland,
ON the 9th ult., and the final failure of the at
tempt to lay the submarine Atlantic telegraph.
The cable parted for the third time, on board
the Agamelnnon, on the goth of June, when
that vessel was about one thousand miles from
the coast of Ireland The Niagara had at the
time one hundred and forty-two miles of cable
ont and all going on well. After communities
ton ceased, the cable was subjected to an extra
ordinary test, which seems to show that with
the employment of proper vessels and the exer
else OF due care, it might be successfully laid
The Agame lennon had not arrived at Queenstown
on the 7th and the future proceedings of the fleet
were not decided upon, The opinion was en-
tertained in England that, with two such man
ageable sea worthy vessels as the Niagara, the
enterprise would be successful. Jonathan, so far.
has won all the laurels. A later Geographic
despatch states that the niagara, as soon as she
received a supply of coal, would again return to
mid. ocean and, with the Aganemnon make an.
other attempt to lay the cable.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27
MONTENEGRO.

Near The central part Of the eastern coast OF
the Adriatio sen, and only separated from IL Dy
a narrow strip of the Austrian territory, the
southern portion of the province or kingdom OF
Dalrnatia, is small mountainous region, not
more than twenty-five miles across at any point,
known as Montenegro or the Black Mountains,
from the dark color of its forests. BY the Turks
it is called Karadagh, by the natives Cernagora'
1t is inhabited by primitive and almost baroa-
rous race, few in number, but animated by an
indomtable spirit of independence. The popuu-
laton of this small spot is at present but tribe
over hundred thousand and was formerly
probably considerably less than that number, yet
for ages they have defied the power OF the Turk
and rolled back repeatedly from their mountain
gorges in torrents of blood the largest and best
appointed armies, earning deservedly the title
bestowed on them by the Emperor Nicholas OF
Russia, who styled them the heroic nation.
The recent destruction of another Turkish ill.,
yading force and the rather barbarous excuses
of the Mountaineers upon those of the invaders
who fell into thei: hands has attracted public
attention to the fact of their existence, and elc-
ted applause for their bravery, if not condemna-
ton for their barbarities. 1t has added also one
more subject to those under the consideration
of the FIVE powers at Paris, where so much has
been settled that Turk ~ will not be allowed to
continue her war upon that brave and indepen-
dent people. In the meanwhile however she is
surrounding Montenegro with her troops, not, 1t
is said for aggressive action but for the purpose OF
blockade which shall put the Mountaineers in
her power. 1t is even suspected that this pro-
iect is an Austrian suggestion and that the latter
country NAV be induced to participate directly
in the blockade, which would thereby cut on
the Montenegrins from all the rest OF the world
and prevent their being furnished with NUM-
tions or provisions. This course, however,
France and Russia, who seem united on this sub.
ect, will scarcely allow to be pursued, and in all
likelihood the Montenegrins will come out OF
their present trials as successfully as they have
out of more desperate straits, and will succeed
in maintaining their ancient independence.
The Montenegrins profess the Greek religion,
independent, however, OF the Greek Patriarch,
and by this lien are attached to Russia and are
under her quasi protection. 1t is even intima-
ted that the views of France in relation to the
Christians in Turkey have become greatly mod
fled, and that she is now inclined to play the
same role that Russia has so long assumed TO-
wards them Her intentions with regard to
Montenegro at least cannot be mistaken, French
fleet being retained in the Adratic expressly to
watch the progress of events. Bait. amer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27
July 27, 1s5s-tds

GALE OF LAND In pursuance OF decree OF
y the Circuit Court of Augusta, rendered in the
cause of Eleanor Peck and others against Joseph Ste
venson and wife and others, shall, on WsanesdaS
tie Let of September next proceed, the premises, 10
sell, publicly, valuable TRACT OF LAND, lyngin
said county, about one mile from Waynesboro, and
adjoining the lands of James S. Bush, Maj Stuart's
heirs and others, and containing about 100 Acres,
to be surveyed before sale. II has it good Brick
Dwelling House. Barn, and all necessary outhouses
good Apple Orchard, two Wells of Water and tim.
Der sufficient to keep the farm up. This is nice little
estate and its proximity to market, church aud school,
and Stores as we'll peng surrounded by agreea-
bic neighborhood render very attractive. The de.
cree requires Slave to be sold with the land he is
crippled, but useful enough TO keep from being a
charge.
TERMS :-Onefourlh N hand the balance in three
annual payments of equal amount, the purchaser to
give bonds with good personal security and the title
of the land to be retained us ultimate security.
JACOB SHRECKHISE, Com'r.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

How THE MONEY GOES Most people are puz-
zled to know what becomes of the public money
which is so lavishly squandered by the Federal
Government. The matter is easily explained
For instance: Elk Senator Jones, OF tennessee
renegade Whig0 had a contract to supply Lou
horses, at $3.50 each, which will make the neat
sum of $270.300. II is stated that the horses
were to be of particular color and size, but
when they arrived at Fort Leavenwortll' they
were found to be of all sizes and all colors, but
were ne nevertheless accepted.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27
July Court.

The monthly term of Augusta Court, on
Yesterday, was attended by the usual crowd
The Court despatched large amount of business,
and was ready to adjourn before dinner time
The absence of several of our lawyers at the
Court OF Appeals contributed to shorten the ses-
sion
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27
The University.

We acknowledge the compliment OF ninvita-
ton to attend the final celebration OF the WASH
tpcton Society at the University, this evening"
The valedictory grafton win be delivered by Mr.
Lewellyn Southgate, of Norfolk, and the medal
awarded to the best debater will be presented to
Mr. Alexander b. Cochran, of Staunton.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

DUBLIC SALE.-W be offered at public sale,
i on Wednesday, the 18th of August next at The
residence of Robt. Snapp, dec'd the following Prop
erty, to wit: ,,.,
head of Horses, Is head of Stock Cattle, M Mic
ons. Cart. Rocsaway, about 200 bushels of Whe,t
800 of Rye $50 of Oats some Hay also the Corn In
TERMS OF SALE.-Nine months credit on all sums
over S5 the purchaser giving bonds with good secu'
~ Sale TO commence at 10 o'clock, and due attend
ance bv ROBT. B. SNAPP,
CHAS. K. MAUZY,
Executors of Robt Snapp, decd.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

The following ntemen have been elected
field officers in the 93rd Regiment: William S.
Sproul, Colonel, p b, Hogshead, Lieut.. Colonel,
s. NJ. Templston, lst Major, G. B, Adkins, End
Major.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27
Notice.

The day for electing officers of the 82d Reg
iment, heretofore advertised to take place on
Saturday, the 2sth of August, has been changed
to Saturday, the 7th Of August, at 10 o'clock,
NJ. Sec advertisement in another column.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27
PUBLIC SALE OF LAND AND PER.

/ SONAL PROPERTY.-Hayng Determined TO
emigrate to California, will sell, at public sale, on
Thursday the 2st day Of august, my FARM, lying in
the valley of the Little Cali Pasture, Augusta County,
containing 23s15 Acres-lso cleared and in good
state of cultivation the balance well timbered. Good
House and Barn, Orchard &C., good spring, and sock
water in every field There are 40 acres of first rate
Meadow, aud as much more could be made. The land
is we'll adapted to grass and all kind of grazing. Per-
sons wishing to buy would do well to call and see, as
| am determined to sell.
WILL also, ON the same day, sell all my Personal
Property consisting of Horses, Cattle, Sheep Hogs.
Farming Utensils Household and Kitchen Furniture.
Terms moderate and made known on day OF sale.
refer to X. Turk. ELIJAH HUNTER.
July ~ lS5S-5ts-%
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27
CAPTAIN DE RrvlERE.-The editor OF the PEG

NAPTAIN DE INV lEhf..--A TIC NdllOA VI ti'S W
ria (Ill) Transcript says
I'VE are assured by gentleman who has re
Gently returned from New York, where he saw
Capt de Riviere, the impudent and indetatiga-
ble foreigner OF large Dretensions, who has late
" distinguished himself by running away from
Mobile with the wife and daughter of wealthy
lawyer, that he is the identical Signor Don Pc
dro P. L. de Moreto, who turned the heads OF all
the Chicago bellies year ago, bought thousand
dollar horse with borrowed money, got up a
magnificent excursion to Hyde Park, which was
patronized by the wives of q distinguished Sen
ator and well known Chicago lawyer, and, IL
nally, becoming suspected, vamoosed for parts
unknown, leaving behind large number OF anx'
ious creditors, several broken-hearted young
misses, with mortified and disappointed maui
mas an astonished city, half a-dozen happy To-
cal newspaper reporters, and two trunks filled
with dirty linen aud cIavats"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

The BLouNrs.-A New York letter of the
Goth says: After nearly month Of unhealthy
excitement, the curtain at last falls in the de Ri
Were and Blount drama. The weak minded and
deuded lady, whose eccentric conduct gave all
the interest to the affair." returns in company
with her daughter to her home in Mobile; Jno
Hnncke, another of the unfortunate dr@nsatis per-
sone, is safely lodged in prison.. Milford the
lawyer, has absconded, aud the principal person
age of the romance, de Rivere, has fled like a
poor pitiful swindler as he is, The remarkable
circumstances connected with him is that he
should have found such willing victims to his
.rascality. But let no rogue take hear, by his
success, and imagine that there are plenty OF
Mrs. Blounts aud lawyer Multords to WORK with.
Though there is no lack ofsilly people, yet there
are few who are so very silly as de Riviere's
victims.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

10y The Wheat, much of which remained in
the fields, was somewhat injured last week by
the wet weather.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

They caution purchasers of Tickets to beware Of or.
deriug Tickets in Lotteries where extraordinary large
Capitals are offered for small cost of Tckets-al
such are swndles.
The MARYLAND Lotteries have been in exist ence for
Forty Years They are drawn by State Officer. and
can be relied on If you draw Prize you will get
your money. The whole country. is flooded with DO.
gus Lottery concerns. Beware Of them.
e Order in the Maryland State Lotteries.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

rg- Mr.. Jacob Keiser, formerly of this county,
has become sole editor and proprietor OF the Sa-
lem Register.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

MysrRRroUs CAsE.-On the 26th of October,
1857, the dead body of an unknown person was
found in the woods near the White Sulphur
Springs in this county, At the Coroner's in
quest. it was discovered that the deceased was
in possession of hundred and sixty two dollars,
in specie, which was found on his person; also
a silver watch. Under the body was found
pistol, which was unloaded, with an exploded
CAP upon it. The head of the deceased could
not be found. We understand that few days
since, human skull was discovered about TWEEN
ty yards from the spot where the dead body
was found, which is now in possession OF DR.,
Bywaters. A bullet hole was also discove'ed
through the skull. The impression prevails that
the person committed suicide, as the presence OF
such a large amount of money upon the person
of the deceased, precludes the idea that he was
murdered. Tie case is certainly sIlrouded with
a degree of mystery.-Lewisburg Era,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

,zz- The STANTON SPECTATOR hay hay
;,g ,s large a circulation as any paper pun
iished i'm WESTERN Virginia, mas no supe a;'.a,
i'm this section of country us an
medium.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

GREAT BRITAIN, THE UNITED STATES AND
SPAIN.--Tlle London Times has curious and
suggestive article on the relations OF these coun-
tries. The occasion is this: Spain, sensible OF
her great connections with the Imperial family
OF France aud grown intoxicated by TOO irequent
admission to the revels at the Tullerles, Is pery
insoent to England She resents the remarks
OF the English ministry in relation TO her com
plicity in the slave trade, and threatens u WIN
draw her minister from st. James. Inc spanish
press, utterDg only what it is permitted 10 say
by the Spanish Government, goes still turtner I'D
Its demonstrations of resentment, ana Tells huS
land that her continental influence IS gone, that
she is country without an army and mas ileeI
without sailors, and that in point OF comparative
strength Spain is in much better posltloh 10
infct hostile blow on her than she Is TO return
it. This is of course mainly Spanish oaiaerdasH,
but 1T has sufficient of truth IN view OF the pres
ent condition of England, and quite enough OF
ingratitude in connection with the tormer reia-
lions of the two nations, to make the arrow ram
kle in the wound; and the reply OF the lines
shows this. 1t is facetiOusly lronlchl over opan'
ish honesty, Spanish truth, and Spanish bravery,
indignant at Spanish ingraIitGde, and nnally
coolly and calculatingly threatening to Spanish
braggadocio. England, it says, in substance, Is
not to be troubled by these threats from pow
er for whom it has done much and by whom it
has lost much, but warns it to good behavior
and quiet obedience on peril of losing its most
cherished colonial possession. 1t needs but
stroke from the diplomatic pen, but the falh;est
hint from Lord Malmesbury to Mr.. Dallas that
England would stand neutral in the matter, and
in three months time Cuba would be State OF
the North American Union. Having said thus
much so boldly, the Times grows ensmoured OF
the idea, and argues forcibly that the real inter-
ests of England, as we'll as those OF humanity
which are engaged in the total suppression OF
the slave trade, would be promoted by suffering
the island to pass into American hands
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

NOTICE The Committee appointed by the
IN County Court at the instance of the Board oil u
yerseers, will meet at the Poor House. on THURSDAY
the 18th of August. All persons interested IN sug'
costing reforms are respectfully invited TO a1,en T
By order of the Board, n. j. IkOuI,' VI b.
IL Wind nony
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27
MD. STATE LOTTERY, EXTRA CLASS Q,

Whole Tickets $l0 Halves IS; Quarters $3.50.
A Managers Certificate OF l6 Wholes, where persons
wish to pay the risk only, will be sent $50
do. do. l6 Halves. 20
do. do. Is Quarters. ......... 20
do. do. IL Elghths, .... 10
- The Managers have been compelled, from the
numerous complaints made TO them Of unfaitbfuress
the part of those who have been attending to the
filling of orders, to the correspondence and in
their own name
~ Order Tickets from the Managers only.
Address all letters to
R. FRANCE & CO.,
July 81, SO. Baltimore, Nd.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27
Mnnnifcent Scheme II

MARYLAND STATE LOTTERY. CLASS n,
To be drawn in Baltimore city, on august 2lst, 49,
IA Drawn Ballots in each Package vi 26 Tickets.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

III This is the old mode of drawing. Prizes in
wheel and tickets in another. Every Prize is
drawn out. Prizes paid in full, without any deduc-
ton.
MD. STATE LOTTERY, EXTRA CLASS Q,
70bedrawn in Baltimore, Nd, saturday, dug IS, SO.
20,I65 Prizes 40, 200 Numbers!!
~ We would call particular attention to the follow
ing splendid scheme, package Of Is whole tickets
costing only SSo-and every other ticket being
raned to draw $40, determined by the number draw
ing the Capital Prize whether odd even.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

DOCTORS GAMBILL & .FU s2!D;i.e M d aIed.
cne respectfully offer their services to 5es onno
of Stanton and vicinity. Dr. Gampli 0t ,Ie ,r.
site the Spectator Office, and Dr''fuqu@ ~ tut
ginia Hotel.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
MARYLAND STATE LOTTERIES!!
For AUGUST, 1853.

d FRANCE CO., Managers of the Maryland
LIE State Lotteries, present the following Splendid
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-07-27

DoCEET ROCK FOUND. Found, by my
t1Siont man nm The McAdamized road, between
di;,s 1I Mil and Stauntor small leathern pocket
book containing bonds amounting to over 5000 which
tha nwner can have by describing the same satlsacto
rii!' WV JOSIAH s. ROLLER,
Mt Crawford, Va, July q, '58-3t
TTST FROM IRRLAND!- II, MICHAEL NC
oSrtp u;,nass in the Downey case, can De
ound at ANY, ime in Port Republic koekpgnam E"
in the employ of Mr.. VIM. A. Maapln, hnau'r'ns
friends wfll please address me at that pW ae;
July AZ, '5s-lt.-vind. copy "
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u
JUDGE DOUGLAS AT HoME-Judge Douglas, in
his movements through Illinois, is everywhere
received with public honors. His passage from
Chicago to Springfield was & perfect ovation
At every station on the road enthusiastic crowds
hocked to greet him, and in thousand ways
the most gratifying evidence was given that the
hearts of the people were with him. His pro-
gress was like that of a triumphant hero return
ing crowned with success and glory from some
great warlike expedition. At Bloomington, 81
600 people assembled to greet him on the ARR.
val of the train, and an audience of 10000 is re-
ported to have been present at his speech there
on the night of the 10Th. Great preparations
were made to receive him at Springfield On the
18th, and the country for miles around was in a
state of excitement and commoton.
A HORSE LIVING Two MONTHS WITHOUT
FooD.-A man named Kirkland, residing on
Centre street, near Seneca, left the city about
two months ago without giving notice to any
one. On Saturday, Mr.. Barker, wagon ma.
ker on Seneca street, discovered that horse was
in the barn formerly used by Mr.. Kirkland
On entering the stable the horse was found ly.
ing down, and too weak to rise. The animal
had eaten every thing within its reach, gEawed
the wood of the manger and the floor, and, in its
agony, had apparently bitten itself. During all
this time, the horse, so far can be ascerIained
could have had excess to no water or food =
Mr.. Barker gave the animal little water and
meal, and yesterday it was still alive. We give
the facts as they are reported To us; but il seems
ain ,st incredible that horse could live such IA
length of time without food or drink Buffalo
Courier, July 10.