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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
The Party in Danger.

A Democratic contemporary informs his read
ers that tive are about entering upon one OF the
most bitter and fearful political contests ever
witnessed in this country-one upon which not
only the existence of the Democratic party de-
ponds, but the existence of the Union" We 40
not doubt that the Democratic party isin danger,
especially as we have the testimony the Dem
ocratic press on the subject Even the Rich
mond Enquirer no longer uses its old watch
mans cry, "Skies bright" but bewails the con-
dtion of affairs in lugubrous tones. "When we
regard the present condition of the Democratic
party" says the Enquirer, sits divisions and dis
seusions, its intestine feuds and its sectional
quarrels, to disguise our fears and apprehensions
for the future, would be folly in the extreme"
There is every reason then to believe that the
existence of the party is threatened.
AS to the other part of the story, we are not
entirely satisfied. During the last Presidential
canvass we heard the same alarm. We were
urged to vote for Buchanan to save the Union.
Buchanan was elected, and the Union is no more
consolidated than it was before. We must now
elect another Democratic President to save it a.
gain. We are sorry to believe that there are
some Democrats-few in number, we hope
who stand ready to dissolve the Union, if they
can, upon the defeat of the party. "Rule or ru-
in" is their maxim. They are willing to stake
the fate of the Union upon party contest, and
would take vengeance for their loss OF the spoils
by smashing up things generally. Butnotwith-
standing this we incline to the opinion that the
Unior can get along without Democratic dis
penser of patronage, and might possibly survive
the humiliation of the Democratic party.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Annual Exhibition.

The annual examination and exhibition at the
Institution for the Deaf and Dumb and the
Blind, took place last week. We we've not pres
emit but understand that the exercises were, as
usual, very entertaining to the large number Of
persons assembled to witness them. Diplomas
were conferred by Jas. II. Skinner, Esq, in be-
half of the Board of Visitors, and an appropriate
address was delivered by the Rev. VIM. E. Ba-
lrar
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

THE CRUISE OF THE AROTIo.--The cruise of
the little old Arctic has turned out as we expect
ed it would. She went to the Gulf, it will be
remembered, to "blow the British fleet out of
the water" with two guns and a howitzer.)-
The first day out, she made three miles an hour.
The third day out, she rolled SO heavily that q
corporal's guard of marines had to hold the
howitzer to keep it from pitching overheard
On the seventh day, she broke her engine
On the eight day she sprung aleak. On the
ninth, set all hands ct the pumps. Succeeding
in stopping the leak, she crept on towards Ha-
vana at canal boat speed-two-and a-half miles
an hour. She did not see the British fleet
didn't see the Styx-didn't see anything in fact,
except when some merchantmen overlook and
sailed past her. Finally after a voyage of eigh-
tech days, (more than it takes to go to Europe,)
she reached Havana. Then it was found that
her boilers were out of order, and she started
back to Key West for repairs. 1t is hardly ne
cessary to add that she did not "blow the Brit
ish fleet out of the water"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

THE MoRMoNs INVITED TO MEMoo.-One Of
the elders of the Mormon Church, who left for
Mexico to look up new Mecca for his persecu-
ted people--as soon as it was positively ascer-
tanned that they could no longer remain on A
merioan ground and sustain their peculiar insti-
tuition, polygamy-writes as follows to Brig
ham Young, from Gaudaloupe Calvo, chihuahua,
under date Dec. 22d, 1867, inviting the whole
sect to emigrate:
Here is government loudly calling for set
tiers receiving negro colonists in the South rath-
er than none, unable to defend itself from ene-
mics external or internal, and granting powers
to individuals to bring colonists into the coun.
try, paying for them q dollar head, but would
think it best to come without any CEREMONY
Here is sparse population, charitable and hos
pitable, tolerant to all, and practically addicted,
even the priests, to the most invidious of our
tenets, polygamy. Here is religious system
having but little hold on the affections of the
people, already tottering and divided by incpi-
ent schIsm. Here is no plague of grass-hoppers.
Fathers in Zion, leaders of the hosts of Israel,
let my feeble voice prevail with you.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

There are more men out of employment in
Cleveland now, says the Plaindealer, than there
ever we're before at this season. They must
live, and are willing to work cheap. Some
thing should be done Immediately toward pro-
vidlng work for the needy and deserving me-
chanc and laborer. In Chicago there are ten
men seeking employment where one gets it.
The city laborers there are now working for
half dollar day, and thousands are almost
starving for want of work. Farmers in North
ern Illinois are hiring men at eight dollars a
month. In Buffalo, hundreds of men are out of
employment, and in Detroit the same. Hard
times have come again.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
MARRIED.

In Trinity Church, Staunton on the eIening of the
23d inst, by the Rev. r. II. Phillips, NJ JOHN BAKER
ThoMpsoN, Licentiate Professor at the University Of
Virginia, to Miss ALICE, daughter of Pike Powers,
Esq, of Staunton.
On Tuesday morning, the 22d inst. at the residence
of her brother, in Charlottesville, BY the Rev. Mr..
Walker Miss FANNIE J. BEAR, of Hafisonburg, Rock
ngham county, to Mr.. HARVEY BEAR, of Churchville,
Augusta county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

The Richmond Dispatch, in noticing the evil
dence of Margaret Lee on the trial of the Rev.
Daniel Downey, says it lis very different from
that given by her and published at the time the
affair occurred" Miss Lee was not examined
at all till she appeared before the Grand Jury
of the Circuit Court at the late term, and no
statement made by her was published till the
conclusinn ot the trial
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
The Pure Juice.

Capt. Kenton Harper has placed upon our ta-
bic bottle of the pure juice of the Grape,
manufactured by himself and labelled "Glen.
Allan Isabella Wine"-an article, which, az
ter unusual indulgence for us, we pronounce
very excellent. Capt. Ii. is entering quite ex-
tensively into the manufacture of wines from the
Isabella and Catawba Grapes, and bids fair to be
eminently successful. His "Catawba" is said to
be fully equal to the celebrated "LongwoIth'
brand
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

The London correspondent of the National
Intellgencer, writes that, in England, wheat
and produce of all descriptions are falling in
prices. Every body buys what he wants for
immediate use or consumption, and buys TO
more. Speculation is dead. Confidence is not
extinct, but is slumbering and torpid. Thinking
men regard the present as very gloomy, and the
future as very doubtful. A great crop of events
is certainly about to spring up in Europe, all,
we trust, calculated to produce good, but GER
tainly not indicative of long continued peace to
tha nrasent generation"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
English Travellers

Many years ago two young Englishman-Mr.
Stanley and Mr.. DennisOn--traveled together
il this country, and lady now living in Staun-
ton, who became acquainted with them, has FREE
Quently spoken of them as remarkably pleasant
gentlemen. She was greatly surprised few
days ago to learn that Mr.. Stanley (now Lord
Derby was Prime Minister of England, and Mr..
DennisOu Speaker of the House of Commons.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

HARD TINES AT THE WEsT.-The following
extract of letter to the Boston Traveller, da.
ted Michigan city, Ind, June 14th, confirms
what we recently said of the prevalence Of hard
times in the West:
"The hope that was entertained last winter
that there would be a general revival of
busnessin the west, on the opening Of the
present season, has not yet been realized. In
fact, it must be conceded that the pressure tight
ems upon us in this region. There is less actiyi-
ty now than during the early spring months
Money is almost out of the question SO far as
general circulation ia concernedn
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

THF Roor OF THE Ev1L.-The New York Her.
aid says that the true cause of the decline in the
sound administration Of criminal justice in that
city, is the deterioration in the character of the
judiciary caused by the election of Judges
This it declares to be the root of the evil, and
adds that, ever since the principle of an elective
judiciary was adopted in New York the Judges
have been declining in worth, talent and charac-
ter. At thelast session of the New Y ork Legisla-
ture an act was passed calling upon the people
to vote whether or no convention should be
called to remodel the Constition. The Herald
hopes the people will vote for the convention,
if for no other reason than to relieve them from
the terrible consequences of that fatal clause
which made the judiciary of the State elective.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

MURDER.-Mr. Slower, editor of the Lexington
(Mo.) Expostor, was shot and killed on the
steamer Mnnehaha on the 21st inst. by pro-
fessional gambler, named Clark. Stofer had won
some of Clark's money, aud declined playing any
more, whereupon the latter presented a pistol,
and firing, lodged ball in his head, killing him
instantly.
We find the above in the Richmond Dispatch
without credit. Mr.. Stofer was raised in this
place, and was here on visit but few weeks
ago. We presume he was on his return home,
when his career was so suddenly terminated.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Nor MUsH TO BoAsr Op.-Uuder this head

Nor MUsH TO BOAST OF.-Under this head
the New York Herald says Mr.. Clingman has
been addressing his constituents of North Caro-
lima. He congratulates them on the victories
gained by the South during the late Kansas agi-
taton. He tells them that they have gained
the abrogatiou of the Missouri Compromise, and
recovered the recognition of the principle that
the people of Territory may have pro-slavery
constitution, if they see fit. Now, considering
that during this agitation no less than three free
States have been admitted into the Union, we
do not think Mr.. Clingman has much to boast
of. 1t is the North who has the oyster, while
the South has the shells"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

gentleman who lately came through from
Salt Lake City states that, at Fort Bridger, salt
was selling at $3.50 per pound -four 800 per
sack, and not over eighty-six pounds in a sack ;
tobacco at $3.50 for "a good chew )" whiskey
$40 per gallon.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Blackwood,s Magazine.

The June No. of this periodical, which we
have just received from the New York publish
ers, Messrs. L. Scott & Co., contains the usual
variety. AmongIthe articles are Part XIII. of
Bulwer's novel, No. ". of "the Poorbeah Mu-
tiny" Blood" Religious Memories" &c. Pub
lished notify at So year.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

VACANCIES ON TIE BENcH.--Hon. Samuel j.
Person, of Wilmington, says the Standard, has
sent to Gov. Bragg his resignation as a Judge OF
the Superior Court. Gov. Bragg has Summoned
the Counail of the State to meet in Rdeigh on
July 2sth, to fill the vacancies occaioned by
the resignation of Judges Person and Ellis
Judge Person, it is stated, intends to resume the
practice of Law.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
THE MARKETS.
STAUNTON MARKETS..
WHOLESALE PRICES.
Ponortedb u StnDLes. Nzrtin & Co.
RICHMOND MIRKETS.

RICHMOND MARKETS.
Reported for the Spectator By 7. D. lonlpkins d Bro
RIcHIoSp. JUNE 81, 1858.
FLouR-The past week FlouIhas been active, and
large sales of Superfine at 4%@$5 for mixed to
straight brands of sweet and fresh inspected Flour
but closed dull. s5K@$51S FIR Extra.
Wharf.-The city mills hay, stopped grinding for
the season.
CoRN-65c@10c.
RYE-70c@75c.
BUTTER-l8c@23.
LARD-l0c@l2c.
OATs-30@35.
PLAsrER-s4@s4H.
GUANo-$55.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

It appears from statement recently made up
at the Post Office Department, that the number
of letters addressed to bogus lottery and other
firms, from April to June 10, 1898 and sent
to the dead letter Office, for the return OF the
contents to the writers, is one thousand SIX hun,
dred and nineteen; containing an aggregate OF
ss,477.4S in money, and $765 in drafts ihls
mode of swindling the public is no new thlng;
but has been more or less practlsed Tor several
wars past
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

HAVANA PLAN-SINGLE NUMBERS
IL This is the old mode of drawing. Prizes in
one wheel and tickets in another. Every Prize is
drawn out. Prizes paid in full. without any deduc-
ton.
Md STATE LOTTERY, EXTRA CLASS 8,
7o6s drascs in Baltimore, a Saturday, July 81, 5s.
2O,165 Prizes 10000 Numbers!!
W We would call particular attention to the follow
costing only ssO-and every other ticket being war
ranted to draw $40, determined by the number draw
ing the Capital Prize, whether odd or even.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Decidediv Conl

Is Mounts Ice Cream, which he is now serv.
ing to his customers every day. 1t is not only
very refreshing in these piping hot times, but is
not bad to take at any time. Gall at his Saloon
and try it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Honorary Degrea.

The degree of Doctor of Divinity was con-
ferred upon the Rev. William Brown, Pastor of
Augusta Church, by Hampden Sidney College,
at the late commencement.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Trial of DIR. DoWney,

The evidence in the trial Of DIR. Downey is
now OF the bindery and will be ready for de-
livery tomorrow or the next day. Persons who
wish, to procure copies should call soon, as only
q limited number has been printed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

NOISY CREEK ACADEMY, AUGUSTA
Nl COUNTY, VA-The next Annual Session of
this Academy will commence the First Monday in
September, 1885, and close the 25th of June, 1859.
In the School will be taught the English, German,
French, Spanish, Latin and Greek Languages; Mathe
mates, Natural Philosophy, Chemistry &C. There is
Chemical Apparatus connected with the Institution.
TERMS
Board and Tuition, including everything S1e0-s90
to be paid the lst of September, and $50 the LIST of
February.
For Circulars, &c. address the Principal, at Messy
Greek, Va. T. J. WHITE, Principal.
June 20, 1858.
REFERENCES.
TIE FACULTY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA.
Rev. JOHN A. BRoApUs, Charlottesville Va
PEAcHY X. GRATTAS, Esq., Richmond, Va.
RICHARD III. SMITH, Esq, Va. Sentinel, Alex'a vs..
COL JOHN b. BALDWIN, Staunton, Va.
Maj. j. H. MCCUE, Mt. Scion, Va.
JoHS HERRING, Esq, Bridgewater, Va.
Rev. G. GEORGE, Cupeper Courthouse Va.
Gov. GEORGE r. GILxER, Lexington, Ga.
RIDGwAY, June 2sth, 1857.
Mr.. T. j. WHITE was my Assistant Teacher in the
Rdgway School during the last session, and gave me
entire satisfaction He is eminently qualified to take
charge of School or Academy. His patience and
skill in imparting knowledge and his discretion and
irmness in managing boys induce me to recommend
him very earnestly 70 all who have sons or wards to
educate. FRANKLIN MINOR
~ Mr.. A. MAGILL SMITH, who is now standing his
examinations for the degree of A. NJ at the UNIVERSE
ty of Virginia, has been employed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
SALE OF LAND.-The under.

SALE OF LANDs-The under
J. signed, by virtue of two deeds of trust executed
by Smith Bateman and wife
!. To VIM. B. Kayser dated Sept. oath, 1s43, for
benefit of Benjamin Crawford.
2. To John B. Baldwin, dated January 25th, 1851,
for benefit Of Crawford Cochran, will offer for sale
at public auction on the premises on SATURDAY, AU-
2st 1885, Tract of Land in said deeds mention
ed and conveyed, containing by estimation l85 A
ores, being the Tract on which said Smith Bateman
resides, situate on Christians Creek.
The debts represented by US amount to fraction
over $780, and we shall offer the whole Tract such
part of it sufficient for the purpose, said Batemsn
may desire.
sale, and the balance in six, twelve and eighteen
months from The sale the purchaser giving bonds with
personal security, and the title being retained ult
mate security
The title is believed to be good but sell and con.
vey as trustees: such title only as We have Corn
June 29, l85s.-tds JOHN B. BALDWIN.
NEW MAP OF -VIRGINIA.--T have receiv-
IN ed supply Of the above Maps. in both Pocket
and Parlor form. The public can now be supplied.
This Map is purely Virginia production, having
been gotten up by Messrs Richie d Dunnavant, and
engraved printed coored, and mounted in their Litho-
graphing Office in the City Of Richmond. This Map
is complete up to the present time, including the three
new counties made during the session of the last Leg
isature. 1t also contains all the lines of internal i'm
proyement, &C., &c.
This Map has been anxiously looked for by the pub
lie for some time past. 1t contains vast amount of
valuable information and will be eagerly sought after
by all Vrgnans who wish to understand the geogra-
ply of their state, well as the travelling pub
lie and those interested in western lands and their
mineral productions
in Gases, $I.5O each. ROBERT COWAN,
Agent for Richie l. Dunnayant
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

ORHeoN-The last advces from Oregon are
tothe oath nit. A general Indian outbreak there
is announced. COL Steptoe's command on Snake
river was attacked on the 10Th OF May and for
ced to retreat, with loss of fifty prlvates and
three officers, two howitzers, baggage wagons,
and nearly all their animals. Three companies
of Dragons and one of Infantry were engaged
with 1900 Indians. Of the ofilcers Killed were
Capt Winder and Lieut. Gassen. Inc name OF
the third is not given.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

They caution purchasers of Tickets to beware of or
derng Tickets in Lotteries where extraordinary large
Capitals are offered for small cost of Tickets-all
such are swindes
The Maryland Lotteries have been in existence for
Forty Years. They are drawn by State Officer. and
can be relied on. If you draw q Prize you will get
your money The whole country is flooded with Bo-
gus Lottery concerns. Beware of them.
cY- Order in the Maryland State Lotteries.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

THE FROG MARKET.-Frogs are now regu-
larly quoted article in the New York market,
The last report reads "frogs are in demand, and
sell for one dollar per dozen" These are last be-
coming favorite dish, and the demand for
them is becoming constantly greater.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Ladies' and Gents

TCEJREAM SALOON,
-t q snhsnber has fitted up an Ice Cream Saloon
70 wh;cthe Ladies and Gentlemen OF Stauntor
and vicinityre Respectfully ih'i Wu n MOITNT.
Staunton, fune ~, looo. ~ :. -
T7TESTTON COMPANY THE W. A
A ora ID will assemble at the Courthouse, OF
Monday erning, July 5, 1858, at o'clock, r. M.
full msting is required.
By ordeof the Captain, :, oocup.N n
June 2olS5S. II. Il. CoSnHA-'' W ~
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

q The Managers have been compelled, from the
numerous complaints made 10 them of unfaithfuness
the part of these 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.,
June 30, '5S. Baltimore Nd.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Trans.AIlesbany ASYLUM.

We understand that the Commissioners have
selected Weston, Lewis county, as the location
of the Trans AleghanyLun Asylum.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Full and Fair Notice !

The price of the Spectator is 800 year but rom
subscribers who pay within the year 50 will be recey
ed in fI This regular price of $3.50 will be rigidy
and impartially sxacted from all who fail to pay be-
fore the expiration of the year.
Ian. g. 1858.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Staunton, June 30, 1858.
CLASSICAL SCHOOL,

CLASSICAL SCHOOL,
STRIBLING SPRINGS,
Augusta County, Va 4.
TINE subscriber will open Classical, Mathemati:
i cal and Scientific School, at the above named
place. on the 9th of September next latter the close
of the Springs season. and continue the same without
intermisson until the 5th of June following.
The School will be under the control of Mr.. J.
HOTCHKISS, as Principal, with such Assistants as
the wants Of the School may require.
The whole expense for the session will be $4,000,
payable half at the opening and the other at the
middle of the session.
For Circulars, &C., address me or Mr.. Hotchkiss,
Stribling Springs, Augusta county, Va.
June 20, lS5S.-Smo CHESLEf KINNEY.
Rock Reg. CODY 3mO
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
Mnonifcent Scheme 4!

- MdgnyTceft ScheNe
MARYLAND STATE LOTTERY, CLASS L,
To b drason in Baltimore CITY, July 24th, SO.
IA Drawn Ballots in each Package of 26 Tickets,
Making more Prizes than Blanks. Every Package o
26 Tickets must contain IA drawn numbers, 50
that thare ara Ia Prizes To IL Rlanks
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29

How Nor TO Do IT.-Oficers on the steamer
Minnesota, sent to Shanghai to strike terror into
the hearts of the Chinese write home that she
draws so much water they can't get within ff-
teen miles of port. All they see of Shanghai is
done through the telescope. This illustrates the
management of our Navy Department. The
perfection of our Postal system is apparent in
the fact that a boy at work in shoe shop,
at Milford, recently found in an old mail bag.
which the proprietor of the shop had purchased
to work into shoes, letter which had been
mailed at an office in Tennessee and directed to
another place in the same State, and which con-
tanned four fifty dollar bills, 4 twenty, ten, q
five, and three-in all, $29S.-M. Y. Post.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-06-29
new ADVERTISEMENTS.
MARYLAND STATE LOTTERIES!
For JULY, 1868,

D FRANCE l. CO., Managers of the Maryland
ICs State Lotteries, present the following Splendid