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Daily national Democrat., 1858-12-08

RATHER LAooN1c.-A friend of ours ina neigh
boring city, seated in his back paror, few
nights ago, meditating by twilig ht' was
aroused by noise at the front window, and
saw the sash raise and booted leg enter
AS the other leg was about to follow he drew
bowie, and as the moonlight flashed upon
it cried out, "You get" You bet" said the
robber, and vamosed.-S. T. Spirit
Daily national Democrat., 1858-12-08

1spu,shed every Saturday morning, and contains
..rsn1 eight columns of reading matter. The aim of
che null fishers will be to make it a good paper and
,ntable osring for friends in tha Atlantic States.
TERMs-s5 per annum; So fol SIX months; 50 for
e'lree mcnths.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-12-08
Encourage Homo Industry.

TTNH1E SUBSCREBER desires to announce
L that he has now on hand, and ready for sale of
his OWN MANUFACTURE, one of the most complete
Assortments of
Daily national Democrat., 1858-12-08
TERMS
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insertion 81 80. When advertisements inserted
gnte walls, each insertion will be charged the first
FOR half square ofsix lines more than three, first
apse tion S2 each subsequent one S For three lines
~ sess, first insertion 81 so. Monthly advertisements
Of square of IL lines, 80 When changed at the
end "f each month, an extra charge will be made
For alf a square Of lines, and more than three
tines, per month, ~. For threellnes per month IS.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-12-08
MADAM HARTMANN ,

Celebratedly studied in
all branches appertain- a
ing TO the Past, Present
aud Future Events of
Life. BY the Astronom-
ical Signs, she is ena-
bled to see into the Fu-
ture, and if her advice
be taken, accident and
sudden death may be
avoided. and life Thereby
prolonged. She gives
correct Information re-
lative to Love and Mat
rim ony-the kind Of
partner suited to you,
who would make an a.
greeable com panion
through life. She will
tell you the kind of bust
ness you are best caleu-
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
SOUTHERN
PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY,
ALEXANDRIA, VA,
CAPITAL OVER X275,00O

AND CONSTANTLY INCREASING.
TINE Charter of this Company offers more IA
l. yorable advantages TO the farmer and Others
than any Company chartered in the State. by in
applicant prefer, he can pay the full amount Of
the premium in cash or by efecting q cash insu
rance for two years the insured saves one-cighth
OF the amount he would otherwise have to pay or
by becoming member, and giving small premi-
um note the insured saves nearly onehalf OF the
amount charged by Stock Companies, when insu-
ring from year to year. This is the advantage re-
fulting from tho combination of the
CASH AND MUTUAL PRINCIPLE.
This Company commenced issuing Policies against
loss Or damage by fire on the 18th day OF March,
1854, since W hich time over Eve thousand persons
have insured and become members OF the Compa-
ny. and forty thousand dollars have been paid
for losses Having trebled our business during the
past year, we feel grateful for the liberal patron
age bestowed upon the Company thus far, an for
its Aattering prospects of future usefulness. The
Directors hope and believe that by prudence, eau
ton, and rigid system of economy, that they will
establish for this Company re utation Tor cheap
ness and safety, not surpassed by any Company in
the United States.
All differences in settlement of Losses may be de-
termncd by three disinterested Arbitrators Of the
County where such loss happened, to be mutually
chosen BY the insured and the company.
Sangster, Or. H. II. Stablcr, Christ'r NeaIe, p. D.
Lipscomb, Silas Biglow, w. III. Turner, A. r.
Blakey, 7. Is. Robertson, James I. Close, Thos
I. Hill, w. D. Massey, r. II. Carter, W. T. Har
per. R. F. Lester, S. T. Stuart.
2. B. Robertson, Vice President, W D. Massey,
Treasurer, Edward Sangster, Secretary.
JAMES I. CLOSE, Actuary and General Agent.
H. Fl. PECK, Agent,
Applicants for Insurance be addressed to me at
Stanton, Va.
A,,~ocJr;a Fab 81 1R5Q -2roo
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
R. J. RANKIN & cos.
AMBROTYPE AND PHOTOGRAPH
GALLERY.
Augusta County, Va,

Augusta County, Va.
HAv1NG, at great expense and labor, at length
Ii secured a perfectly appointed GALLERY,
both as to capacity in our Cameras, Choice Chem
icals, judicous arrangement OF Light, and other
practical facilities with view to establish in this
community responsible and permanent HON
DAGUERREAN GALLERY That our citizens
may have all the advantages and continuing I'M
provements in the Art, both in the
Price and Perfe ctiOn or the Picture!
We only ask in return the encouragement OF q
Liberal Home Patronage, and confidently prom
ise to please our patrons with any variety of pic
tuYe. and price according to style of case sizes
as the truly wonderful STEREOSCOPE, presen-
ting at once the most hfe-ltke picture yet known
the ARSMONOTYPIC, the ILLUMINATED, the
CRYSTALOTYPE, the AMBROLEON, the HY-
ALOTYPE, the AMBROT YPE, GUERREO-
TYPE; in short all kinds Of Sun penciled Pictures
and Photographs; on paper or canvas, and color
ed in Oil or Water Colors, re-touched with In
da Ink.
Depending on SMALL PROFITS FROM
LARGE SALES AND CONSTANT CUSTO-
HERS, we will WARRANT OUR WORK and
furnish pictures at prices from
FIFTY CENTS
up to the most costly style of Case and Size.
~ Instructions Given in the Art, and Chem
icals and Cases. in every variety, for sale to Oper-
atcrs on reasonable terms,
Feb. 6, l658.-tf.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17

OouH'y " iIuEc, "a 0hO AAe"'y esoN-
SPRING AND SUMMER GOODS,
and respectfully ask his old customers and friends
generally. in the counties of Rockbridge, Bath, al
[eghany. Greenbrie, Munroe, and Pacahontas, to
favor him with call and examine for themselves, as
it viii at all times afford Him reat pleasure to exhib
it his Goods being confident that he can and will sell
Goods as low as any House west OF the Blue Ridge.
His stock consists Of all kinds OF Goods usually
kept in country store, such as,
Cloths, Cassimercs, Vestings, all kinds of
Dress Goods, Silks, &C., Sheetings, Tick
ings, Drillings, Cotton Yarns, ana Ser
wants Wear of every description, togeth-
er with general assortment Of Hard
ware and Queensware, Boots and Shoes,
Hats, Caps, Dyes, Paints. Oils, &c.
have, also. on hand good assortment OF
REA by MADE CLOTHING,
winch has been car eful;y selected in the Northern
Markets, that he will sell at. small advance much
more reasonable than he Ess ever Before offered:
Also, general stock Of Groceries, Coffee Sugar,
SALT, PLASTER, MOLASSES, RICE, TEAS,
SODA, SOAP, SPICES, RAISINS, and in fact,
everything wanted in family, all Of which he will
sell as low as the same qualities be bought in
Richmond, with the cost of freight added, either by
Wholesale or Retail, for cash or to punctual cust0-
mers, take in exchange all kinds of Country Pro-
duce at the highest market prices.
Thankful for past favors, and hope, by his low
prices to merit continuance of the same.
July 4, lS57-ly. A. s. LARA.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
March 6, 1867 Spec. copy.
HORSE BOARDING

I ANNOUNCE to all who desire their Horses we'll
L cared for when in Staunton, that I have leased
the Stables attached to the National Hotel and will
receive horses of Livery for any period of time.
The Stables constructed with admirable adap-
tation to the comfort of the Hosse. They are
commodious. well ventilated, detached from other
buildings, located in the middle of yard, affording
rean for Mules, &C., with water right at the door.
In word, having hac large experience in mana
gging Hersss, feel justified in inviting Drovers,
Travellers, and Country people to patronize me,
knowing that it Will be to our mutual interest
Attentive and competent Hostlers will be in atten-
dance. The pro-ender will be the very best that
forded. The pay will be received at the Hotel Is
now, or at the Stables.
AS good accommodations will be given at the
National Hotel can be obtained in the Valley Of
Virginia.
March 6, ls5s.--tf WASHINGTON sWINK.
2. S.-Horses and Vehicles always on hand for
hire.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
NO SUCH WORD AS FALL
A RESISTLESS 7 EMEDY.
HOLLOWAY's OINTMENT


The first hospital surgeons and medical publ
cists of Europe admit the unparalleled -infam
matory and healing properties of this Ointment /;
governments sanction its use in The il naval and
military services; and the masses in this country
an Throughout the world repose the utmost CON
hdence in its curative properties 1t penetrates
the sources of Inflammation and corruption which
upderlie the external evidences of disease and
neutralizc the fiery elements which feed and exas-
perate the malady.
Rheumatismx Scrofu.a, Erysipelas.
These among the most terrible and agoni-
zing diseases of the muscles, the heshy fibre ard
the skin; yet in their worst forms, and when
seemingly incurable,. they Invariably disappearu n
der persevering application of this soothing
healing, antldote TO pain and Inflammation.
Salt Rheum, Fever Sores, stiff Joints
In cases Of Salt Rheum, where medical waters.
lotions, and every recipe OF the pharmacOpHa have
proved useless, the Ointment will accomplish a
thorough cure. Fever Sores heal quickly under
its influence, and its relaxing effect upon contrac-
ted sinews is truly wonderful.
Esischarging Ulcers.
4 nost remarkable and happy change is produ-
ced in the appearance of malignant ulcers after a
few applications Of this Ointment. The surround
ing ledness vanishes, and granules Of healthy aesh
This process goes or less rapidly until the
orifce is filled up with sound material, and the al
Ger radically cured. =,
A woaD TO Morh E.s. Il
The young ore the most frequent sufferers from
external injuries and theretoreevert mnther should
have this healing preparation constantly at hand.
It is an absolute specific for breasts and quick
" removes the encrusted sores which sometimes
disfgure the heads and faces of children.
SIGNIFICANT FACTS.
This Ointment is universally used On board the
Atlantic and Pacific whaling feet a. cure for
scorbutic affections, and the best possible rene
dy for wounds and bruises. Large supplies oft
have recently been ordered by the Ssltan of Tu--
key fer hospital purposes.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
1)e.trp.
REVIVAL HYMN.

fThc following is said to be much Sting
at the North just now:l
WHAT'S TIE NEWS
Where'er va meet, you always say,
What's she news? What's the news?
Pray what's the order of the day.
What's the news? What's The news?
Oh, have got good news to tell
My Savior hath done all things well,
Aud triump pied over death and hell;
That's the news. That's TIE rews.
The Lamb was slain on Calvary;
That's the news. That's the news.
To set world Of sinners free Y;
That's the news. That's the news.
'Twas there his precious blood was shed,
twas there he bowed his sacred head,
But now he's risen from the dead
That's the news That's the news
To heaven above the Conqeeror's gone;
That's the news. That's the news.
He's passed triumphant to his throne;
That's the news. That's the news.
And on that throne be will remain
Until as judge he comes again,
Attended Dy daZkllng tra-n5
That's the news That's the news.
His works reviving all around
That's the news That's the newa;
And many have redemption found;
That's the news. That's the news.
And since their souls have caught the fame,
They shout hosanna to his name,
And all around they spread his fame;
That's the news. That's the news.
The Lord has paraened all ny sin;
That's the news. That's the news.
| feel the witness now within;
That's the news. That's the news.
And since he took my sins away,
And taught me how to watch and pray.
I'm happy now from day to day;
That's the news. That's the news.
And Christ the Lord can save you too;
That's the news. That's the news.
Your sinful heart he can renew,
That's the news. That's the news.
This moment, if for sins you grieve,
This moment, if you do believe,
A full acquittal you'll receive;
That's the news. That's the news.
And now if any one should say;
What's the news ? What's the news?
Oh. tell them you've began to pray;
That's the news. That's the news.
That you have joined the conquering band,
And now with JOY at Gods command,
You're marching to the better land;
That's the news. That's the news.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
MR.. LETCHER'S SPEECH.

The speech Of Hon. JOHN LErcuER on
the Deficiency Bill is said to have been su-
pcrior to any delivered this session, in re-
gard to clearness of statement and strict adj
hereance to subject. This able representa-
tive is winning golden opinions all over the
country. His motto seems to be "Excel-
sior," and he rises with a gallant and a
steady wing. Mr.. LproHEn is making his
mark in the councils of the country, and
achieving national reputation. and one Of
an enviable kind. Rich. Dispatch.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
A BACON PRESENTATION.

The Washington correspondent Of the
Richmond Wing says:
"A Virginia gentleman. Of the name Of
WEIGH, from Shenandoah county, presented
Old Buck the other day with ham that
knocked the fat Of Wise's jowl completely
into the fire. The hog from which the ham
was taken weighed nearly 1000 lbs. the
ham itself weighed nearly 70 lbs. The pre-
aentation was accomplished under the auspi-
ces Of Hon. John Letcher, and the present
was received with graceful and benign sau-
yity. Mr.. Welch also brought with him a
lot of small, horned elephants, supposed by
imaginative butchers to be beeves.''
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
so THE LATE
WAR I'M KANSAS,
or A NEW HAT.

TTNIIE subscriber has on hand fine assortment Of
L superior quaiity Of HATS, Of all sizes, Of his
own finish. and of Northern make. Also, guam
tity of CAPS, Of al! Sizes, Of very neat finish,
which he is disposed to sell at moderate profits for
ing for the head to protect it from the blasts OF
the ptiless Storm" respectfully informed that
SHRY is prepared TO furnish this necessary arti-
Gle.
Ny accounts are made Off and are ready for
settlement. Please call and settle: Thankful for
the patronage already received the subscriber asks
a continuance of the same.
~ Highest cash prices given for FURS.
WIN. SHRY.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17

Mrs. Lydia Drummond, who was convict
ed at the last September term of the Cir
cult Court. for stabbing Robert Hutchinson
has been pardoned by Gov Wise. Mrs
Drummond, arrived here on Monday last
by the Manassa' train on her way home in
Edinburg. She Of course dined at the
" Uniom," her former boarding house, where
she was received with hospitality, by the
host Capt. Houshour. Tenth Legion.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
RagS-Rags-RagS.

Save the Rags-they are all wanted
and many dollar may bemade by saving
them Bring them to the indicator Office
and we will pay the highest price in Cash
for them.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17

A New Party .-The Washington Union
says :-"Thcre can no longer be any doubt
that certain leading politicians have on foot
ascheme for the organization of a new poll
teal party preparatory to the presidential
contest of 1860, composed of the entire
black-republican party, a few southern
know-nothings, and the disafected demo-
Gratis. It's leading spirits and managers-in-
chief will be Messrs. Seward, Douglas, and
0rittenden. -
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17

GENERAL
PRODUCE T. COMMISSION MERCHANTS,
RECEIVING AND FORWARDING AGENTS,
BASIN BANK, BETWEEN llrH AND l2rH
SITS, RICHMOND, VA.
WE, the undersigned, have this day formed
w Co-partnershir for the prosecution of
GENERAL COMMISSION AND FORWARDING
BUSINESS, under the firm and style Of
HARRIS e 4NOORE.
Our strict and personal attention will be devoted
to the sale of all COUNTRY PRODUCE, AND
FORWARDING OF GOODS AND MANUFAC-
TUKED TOBACCO.
Cash Adcances uiU be made for Pro-
duce in hand.
JOHN A. HARRIS, thankful for the patronage
extended to the late firm Of HARRIS d ECHOLS,
solicits a continuance OF it from bis old friends
while in that concern.
BY permission refer to the following persons
RICHMOND. LYNCHBUKG.
Warwick Barksdae, Col. Maurice Langhorne,
Haxall d Co., Dr.. James Saunders, "a
Winston 4 Powers, McCofkle l. Jones,
Mckinney Il DuPuy. Mr.. Fayette Steptoo
LOUISA. AUGUSTA.
Col. Clayton G Coleman Mr.. John j. Cupp,
Mr. Jonathan CoWhud. Capt. kenton Harper.
ORANGE. ALBEMARLE.
Col. John Wooifork, Mr. VIM. J. Robertson,
Mr.. Benz. ]. Barbour. Gen. VIM. F. Gordon.
CrLPEPER
Mr.. Dan'l F. Slaughter, Mr.. James Barbour.
Richmond, Jan. Is, l853.--3mo.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
F'UR4NITUREi FURNITUREfi

4 most complete and fashionable Lot of Furni-
tare ever brought to this market name in part,
the following articles 20 first class Sofas of the
most modern style, ls Extra Mahogany Arm Chairs.
large Lot of Teteatetes, Mahogany Paror Chairs.
Extra Marble Slab Centre Tables, with complete
assortment Of cheaper furniture. The abaEe arti-
cles were bought at great reduction for cash ow.
ing TO the present crisis in money matters, and
will sell them lower than they can be had in this,
or the city market, for cash. Call and examine fos
yourselves A. D. CHANDLER.
jan 80 lSba-Spec COPY
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
.7PsC Ts1yAgisNMaes.z!!

THE undersigned takes this method to announce
i that he has opened. EXCLUSIVELY ON HIS
OWN ACCOUNT, on Virginia Hotel Street, one
door from Mr.. Cowan's Book Store. a
Watch and Jewelry establishment,
where he is prepared to exhibit for SALE every ar
ticle known in his lire, From his long experience
ry he feels himself justified in assuring satisfaction
to all who may favor him with their patronage
He will warrant all Watches that he msy either sell
or repair, to run accurately for twelve months !;
:" DO repaTs wn That
cry either as to material or workmanship, he m.t
hold himself responsible g make good at az times.
AS thisis his yfrst comfseneeaesnt m tusiaess, in
Staunton, tneyer having had any connection wish
cept repair Watches for the public )he cerishes
the hope that he will receive reasonable share of
the patronage Of generous public. /:
Stanton, Dec. 49, 1857. 4. LANG.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
FL o " Z d ASSOCI TON
PHILADELPHIA

4 Banesoleat l"sit4tion, estatl@hed BY spscial en-
lo,cment for the reiief Of the aick end dis
tressed, AFFLICTED nith Firuie"t and
Epidemic diseases.
TEVO all persons afflicted with SEXUAL Diseases.
: such IS SPERM aTURRHtEA, SEMINAL
" EAKNESSs. IMPOTENCE, GONORRHGA
GLEET SYPHILIS, the Vice Of ONANISM Or
1EuF ABUSE, &C., &c. t,
The HOWARD ASSOCIATION, in view of the
awful destruction of human life. caused by Sexual
unfortunate victims Of such diseases By Qaacks
sever Al years sgc directed their Consulting Sur
gcon as e charitable act worthy of their name 10
open Dispensary for the treatment o.. this class
of diseases, in all their FORMS and to give MEDI-
CAL ADVICE GRATIS, to all who apply by let
ter, with description OF their condition, Gage oc-
cupaton, habits Of life. &C. and in cases of ex-
creme poverty, to FURNISH MEDICINES FREE
OF CHARGE. 1t is needless to add that the AS
ISOLATION commands the highest Medical skin CT the
age, and VIII furnish tie most approved modern
treatment.
The directors. on 6 review tie pests feel assn
red that their abors in this sphere OF oenevoleut
especially to the young, and they, .aye resolved &
devote themselves, with reaeved ze& 70 this very
important but much desr;sed cause.
just Phi shed BY tie Association, 1 Report on
Spermatorrhda, pr Seminal Weakness, the Vice of
onanism, MastaFoation or Self Abfae @nd' other
Surgeon, Which will be sent by mail, Gin sealed
letter envelope.l FREE OF CHARGE, or receipt
Of TWO STAMPS for pc5tsge
Address. G,s Report or trcstn CIT. Or. GEORGE
r. CALHOUN, Consulting Surgeon, Howard AS
sociaton, No. South Ninth Street, Philadelphia,
By order oftho Directors.
EZRA p. HEAkTWELL, President,
geo. FA1RCHILD, Secretary.
Jan. 80, lS5s.-ly.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17

ITO ALL WHO SUFFER WITH HERNIA
l. The subscriber would recommend a NEW PAT
ENr Truss 1t is easily adjusted, the pressure and
support natural and it is worn with more comfort
than any other Truss Ease and comfort in wear
ing trssss is great desideratum as all who are
ruptnred know. Any wbo this Truss
once acaN Near no ether.
The attention Of Physicians is particularly ca'led
to this Truss, also. to Rtteis Uterine Supporter,
WHICH is upon similar principle.
z full assortment for sale bv
w. PETERSON, Druggist,
Successor TO Alax Duvd, Cor. 18th and Main
SITS. Richmond, Va
Ian. 70 tGES
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17

Death Of an Old Hunter The Abing-
don Virginian announces the death of Nj
Richard Colley, of Russell county, "a man
of great muscular power, of infinite humor,
and truthful and honest in all his actions"
40 was the first settler of Sand Lick, and
10 him the bears have lost mortal foe, for
hundreds of them have fallen before bis
rifa
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1858-04-17
New segar and Tobacco ssote.

NEW StgHE ana IEUaTCO StUTF.
OP PfIscE HEvIRGIN1A HOT Ell
Adjoining Kamcrer's Jemeyry Store.
TO the lovers Of the Weed, and ohewers Of To-
.bacco i beg leave to announce that have open
ed a GEGAR AND TOBACCO ESTABLISH
MENT, at the above mentioned stand where a all
times, may be foundSeears of all the most admired
Brands, Of imported and domestic manufacture
wita Chewing and Smoking Tobacco of the very
best kind. A practical experience Of many years
in the above business, and thorough knowledge
of the same, ustifes in saying, satl can supply
all demands and administer tothe tatse Of the most
yeter ate tobacco chewersand smokers hope "a v
many friends will give me trial, and .heir kiai
seaport, in my endeavor to establish myself here,
stric: and to bus
mess W LILLIAN BARKMAN
Nav 2SlosS