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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-13

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.RY GOODS. REAL ESTATE, &c., IN

- MARKET-JoHN T. j. WHITE has conveyed
and transferred to u.s. In trust all his Stock of Goods
all Claims due him and the late firms of White Co.,
White Jones and White Patton also all his other
property
The Goods are mostly new and in style, consisting
of very large assortment Of Merchandise; and we
will sell them by retail, for cash. on the most reasona
BILE terms Persons in search of CHEAP BARGAINS will
surely find them at the old stand OF j. F. j. White.
Debtors to the concerns mentioned are earnestly
quested to pay up without delay, our duty is to
close the trust promptly, and without respect to per
sons. The Claims may be found at the office of N. H.
Trout.
The Store House, (being the best stand in town.
the Store House occupied by Henry Hughes, and Thir
ty Acres of Land near John H. McCues residence,
in market on terms to suit purchasers.
CYRUS SrRIcKLER will continue as Salesman in the
store. ). u. lMBODEN, Trustees
n. X. TROUT iiu''ee'
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NEW FIRM.-Simpson F. Taylor having pur-
the late concern of Brandeburg Co. the business in
future will be conducted under the style and firm OF
TAYLOR s. HOGE. Thankful for the liberal
patronage extended to the late firm, we ask contnu
ance of the same to the New Concern, pedging our
selves to use every effort to give satisfaction
SIMPSON f. TAYLOR,
p. b. H0GE.
Staunton January 6 1S5S-Vind copy
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eS0 REWARD.-Ran away from the subscri-
eDOU Der, on Sunday night, the 4th inst, my NE
GRO MAN named Davy He is about 81 years
DID, feet or inches HIGH color black and straight
front teeth, little short eyes set pretty deep in
his head purchased him some time in September
last, of James McComb, of this county. will give
the above reward of fifty dollars if delivered to me,
or secured in Jail so that get him.
JOHN B. SMITH
Warneshnro, Ann,sta CO Nny Is ,hz-tf
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physicians WISHING TO PURCHASE
i A SUPPLY OF MEDICINES, will please exam
inc our STOCK they will find supply full and we
will sell as low, and and PURE Drugs as can
be had in this or any market. Give us call.
DR.. II. S. EICHELBERGER & BRO,
Staunton, Dec. o. 1857. Eskridge's Old Stand.
DLASTER.-I am now receiving large stock of
i LUMP PLASTER, which will be sold at the mar
ket prices, for cash only Also, supply of that fine
Alexandria GROUND PLASTER. Call at the Freight
Depot w. A. BURKE.
Staunton, Dec. 16, 1857.
I n BARRELS Crushed and &C" Coffee SUGAR in
lU store and for sale by
STAPLES, MARTIN & co.
Staunton, Dec 2, 1857. g|
HEAVY BUCKSKIN GLOVES-To sell by
IL the dozen, at the factory price, at the Tobacco
Store of JNO. b. EVANS.
Staunton, Dee 2, 1857.
= BOXES MACCARONI; 5 do Yermicilli; do.
y Beginelle, just received by
STAPLES, MARTIN & co.
Staunton, Dec. 2, 1857.
on SIDES prime light SOLE LEATHER, weights
OU varying from is to 20 pounds, for sale by
STAPLES, MARTIN & co.
Staunton Dec. Q, 1857
WE keep constantly on hand Family, Extra and
w Superfne FLOUR Bukwheat b. the retail;
Clover Timothy and Flax Seed all of which will be
sold low for Cash only. P. N. POWELL co.
Staunton, Nov. 4, 1857.
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FOR SALE-HOUSE 4 LOT IN SPRING

Il HILL-In pursuance of decree rendered in the
case of Jacob Nebergal against Macajah Sprouse and
Others shall proceed on the premises, on Saturday,
the 18th day of December next to sell at public SALE
to the highest bidder, HOUSE AND LOT, in said
town, at present occupied by Jefferson Wright. The
lot contains not quite acre, and has it comfort
able Dwelling House, Stable, &c.
TERMS The costs Of sale and suit in hand; the
balance in equal lnstalments ut SIX twelve and egh
teen months, the purchaser giving bonds with sufii-
Gent personal security and the legal title to be
tanned as ultimate security U. d. POE, Com'r.
Nov. IL, 1857.
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STANTON SPECTATOR AND GENERAL ADVERTISER.
PRIVATE SALES.
NALUABLE FARM FOR Sale

VALUABLE FARM FOR SALE IN
V CULPEPER C0UNTY.-As the agent of the
Hon. JAS F. Strother and John A. Parker, will sell
privately their valuable FARM, lying within one mile
of Mitchell's Station on the o. A. Railroad. The
road passes through the farm in full view of the resi-
dence This tract contains 542 ACRES. ll5 OF which
are well timbered. 1t lies beautifully, and is in very
good condition at this time for cropping. There is
better grass or wheat land naturally In the State,
and produces corn and oats we'll The fences are toll
erably good, and there is water IN every held The
Building is plain but comfortable.
am authorized to sell this farm for $4,000, to be
paid as follows: q when possession is given (Which
can be had at any tme) and the balance in ], and
equal annual instalmens, interest paid annually.
can assure the public that great bargain is offered in
the above tract of land 1t is situated in fine neigh
borhood with good Schools churches, stores, shops
aud mills, all convenient ANY one who who may de-
sire to examine the premises, Will please drop me
line, aud will meet him at Mtcheps Station any day
he may designate, and if he wants to buy land, he
will not hesitate Gin my opnion) to contract for the
farm at once.
Address me at Brandy Station, Cupeper county, Va.
J. o. HARRIS, Agent.
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nIARIES.--A fine assortment of Pocket Diaries
~ for 1858 Just received and for sale by
Staunton, Dec, 20, 1857. ROBT. CoWAN.
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ITO PHYSICIANS.-We would call the atten-
l. ton of Physicians to our recently prepared stock
of DRUGS, CHEMICALS, &C., &c, such as Fluid Ext.
SIENNA and Spigeia, Fluid Ext. Rhe Comp Fluid Ext.
Buchu Acct. Opii, Aromatic Syrup Rhei, Comp. Syr-
up Scila, Syrup Prunns Virginianus, SPIT. Mndereri
Arom. Tine. Valeria Syrup 1odide of Iron and many
Others all fresh and pure and made with the greatest
Any and all preparations made at the shortest
notice, at DIR. Y0UNGS
Drug and Chemical Store.
CIo,n+o, Nov V;nd oony all
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NTANTED-A COLLIER-To burn several
w thousand bushels fCoal. Any person wishing
to engage in the business, will please enquire of the
Editors of the "Staunton Spectator"
Jan G. lS5S-3t
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NHRIsTMAs Is COMING !-wTLLIAM. T,

CHRISTMAS is COMING !-WILLIAM. T.
4 MOUNT respectfully informs the citizens ofStaun-
ton and vSity that he is receiving the most Sc
lect assortment Of FRUITS
&C.. that The Northern markets can afford; in addi
ton to which, he has great variety of FANCY
GOODS and TOYS, suitable for the Christmas times.
He will have assortment of the incest Fruit Pound
Jelly, Ribbon Victoria and Sponge CAKE, and other
kinds, too tedious to mention Call and for your
selves VIM. I. MOUNT, Main Street
Staunton Dec g 1857
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Auction SALES.
sALE.-By virtue o,

COMMISSIoNER'S SALE.-By virtue OLA de-
I ] cree of the Circuit Court of Augusta county,
in the case of Brands vs.. Brands Admir-, &C., Will
nToceed, upon the premises, Thursday the 2lst et
January, 1885, iffair ifnot upon the next fair day
to sell ut public auction to the highest bidder, a
TRACT OF LAND, lying on both sides OF South Riv-
er, in Augusta county, about a miles below Green
willie, adjoining the lands of Thomas Johnston, Aus
tin place Mrs Wallace and others, containing about
200 Acres.
This farm has upon it the usual proportion OF clear
ed and wood land in olerabe state of cultivation
is watered by the river which thro the middle of
the place The buildings consist of comfortable LOG
HOUSE, lately built, and Stable. Persons desiring
to purchase are invited to examine the land, which
viii be shown to them by George W. Brand, living up
on the premises or by the subscriber, living in the
neighborhood.
Terms OF SALE :-0ne-fourth in hand, and the bal
ance in three annual payments Bond, with good secu,
rty will be required for the deferred payments, and
the legal title retained as ultimate security
THOMAS ARMENTROUT, Com'r.
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MORE PRIZES THAN BLANKS!
EVERY OTHER TICKET A PRIZE.
Registered Money Letters at Our Risk.
CAPITAL PRIZE $4,000!
ANDERSON & SONS LOTTERY,
On the Havana Plan Of Single Numbers!
Jasper County .4cadelny Lottery,
BY AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA.
CLASS FF draws January LIST, 1885, and CLASS
GG draws January 18th, 1855, in public, at Macon Ca
under the sworn superintendent of L. G. Bukey and
Jos. Waterman, Esqs.
Whole Tickets SO; Halves S5; Quarters $3.50
Prizes Payable acithout Deductioni
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PUBLIC SALE.-Having disposed ofmy planta-
i tion will offer at public sale, on the premises,
ON Thursday, the 2Sh day Of .anuGry, all my Stock,
Corn, Hay, Oats, Farming Utensils, Household and
Kitchen Furniture &c. Terms made known on day
of sale. THUS. ShoMAlh'
Jan. g. 1S5S-tds
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MARKET! MARKET!!-WM. +. Asst &
vi BRO. continue to have Meat Market three times
aweek at Centre Market near the Central Bank-Tues
days, Thursdays and SATURDAYS
~ Thankful for past patronage, they hope by
strict attention to business, and by keeping on hands
the best Meats the country Affords to merit contnu-
ance of the same.
Farmers having fat Cattle, Hogs, Sheep and Calves
to SELL will please give them CALL they pay the
highest cash prices for all kinds of fat stock.
WIN. +. Asst 4 BRO.
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THE undersigned, thankful for the very liberal pat
Il ronage extended to them by the good people Of
Augusta county, would respectfully call the attention
and CLOTHING in all its different branches, which
will SELL not at 6slOV Cost but little lOeCer still
Buying large quantities for cash at the prime Import
ing Houses will enable us TO sell at such prices that
patrons will think selling goods for glory
only Persons wishing TO purchase will find it to their
advantage to examine stock before buying else
where. 5. w. HILB BRO.
Storr+op Iop & 1883
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NALUABLE FAKM FUK s 81 % p. % VIE VT
of John Mcclure, decd, bearing date the 4th day
of February, 1854, and of record in the Clerks Office
of Augusta county, shall, on Friday, the 22d day Of
January 1885, the premises, proceed to sell pub
lie auction, to the highest bidder the FARM on which
the egaees at present reside, containing $50 ACRES
1t lies within one mile of Waynesboro, equ distant
from the Turnpike and Central Railroad. This farm
is we'll watered, aud has on 1t comfortable BUILD
INGS and 50 acres of excellent timber. | will also
SELL at the same time and place. the interest of two of
the egatees in four SLAVES after the death of the
widow, who owns them during her life
The title is unquestonabe, but acting as trustee l
will only convey such title as is vested In me by the
deed aforesaid
TERMS :--0ne-third of the purchase money in hand
and the balance in two equal annual inst4lmens, with
good personal security and the title retained until the
last payment is made in full.
Dec 'a3 1851 LANES S. BUSH. Trustee
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Stanton, Dec. 9. 1857.

A CARD.SDR. TH0S. H. KINNEY having To-
n Gated in Stanton, offers his professional services
to the citizens of the town and country.
sB Office on Augusta Street, opposite Spectator
Office, Cup stairs.) -.,,
.Noy. III. l8h1-tf -----
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VNRIJST SALE.-In pursuance of deed execu-
/ ted by Samuel Reece and wife, on the Sth day of
August 1855 will sell TO the highest bidder on the
premises, Lot of Land. containing Acres and 3
Roods living on the Port Republic road, about miles
from Staunton and now in the occupancy of John W.
Hemp. 1t has on it a comfortable DWELLING, large
Shop and other out-houses and is capital stand for
Mechanic.
O'Clock, a. NJ
TERMs-Costs of sale and $500 in hand; balance in
two equal insalments at and two years, the pur
chaser giving bond and good security.
The title is believed to be good, but as trustee,
shall convey such only as is vested in me.
NICH0. X. TROUT, Trustee
Dec. so, 1S57.-tds-Vind. copy.
PlS.-And on Monday lSt Of February next, will
sell under trust at the residence of Samuel Reece
quantity of Household and Kitchen Furniture, 2 Sad
dies and Brides, Wagon Moker's Tools, and guam
tiy of Wagon Makers Stuff.
Jan. 6, 1858. n X. TROUT, Trustee
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NTEW PARTNERSHIP,-

NEW PARTNERSHIP have this day as
IN Sociated myself with my brother MAX. in the
DRY GOODS AND CLOTHING BUSINESS which
will be carried on under the firm of of S. w. HILB
i BRO 5. w. H1LB.
Staunton, Jan. 6, 1858.
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NJOTICE.-Ih have this day disposed of my entire
IN interest in the Drug Store of Link Kinney to
DR.. THOMAS II. KINNEY, whom take pleasure in re-
commencing to my old friends and customers, and
ask for the new firm continuance of that liberaty
which was so generously bestowed upon the late hrm.
will remain some time with the new firm, and in
vite my friends to give US call.
FRANK. Ii. LINK.
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4 REAT EXCITEMENT IN sTAUNTON !

n REAT EXCITEMENT IN STANTON!
VI GABRIEL STILL IN THE FIELD --GABRI-
Ell HIRSH, long and favorably known to the people
of Staunton, Augusta county, begs leave to inform
ried assortment of FANCY ARTICLES than ever be-
fore at his well.known and favorte VARIETY STORE,
and that in short time he will be in receipt Of large
additions for the Christmas Holidays. He would also
inform the public who wish have accurate Time Pie
ces that he has in his employ of the best Watch
makers and Repairers ever in this country, who has
been imported from that particular part of Europe
where the best Watchmakers grow. Those who wish
their Watches Repaired will do we'll to give him tri
al Also on hand large and fine assortment of JEW
ELRY of all descriptions.
$1,000 REWARD
FOR any one who can find better Matchmaker than
the one in our employ
Recollect the place. Main Street, next door Evans
Tobacco Store, where you always find the best bar
gains GABRIEL HIRSH.
Staunton, Nov IS, 1S57-6m
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NEW FIRM.-The undersigned have this day
IN formed partnership in the DRUG BUSINESS,
under the style of Dr.. T. II. d J. c. KINNEY, and
they hope, by strict attention to business, to merit
liberal patronage. DIR. TH0S. II. KINNEY,
JNO. G. KINNEY,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-13

Postponement.
The above sale has been postponed till Saturday
the 30h ddy Of January, 1858.
Dec. 90, 1857. U. D. POE, Conn.,
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J1ARM FOR SALE Situated miles west Of
i Staunon, and containing l57 Acres in all, 100
of which are well improved the remainder is we'll tim
splendid Orchard Buildings tolerably good.
Mr.. Jacob Dull, who occupies the place, will show
it to any person wishing to buy For further parlcu
lars address the undersigned, at Deerfeld p D.. Au-
gusta county, va. kENNERLf CkAlG.
Dac 90 If
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TOR SALE OR RENTING neat Frame Hous
i es, with good Gardens attached, near Mr.: Bark
mans residence Apply TO y. ). YOUNG.
Stanton, Dec 2, lS57-tf
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z BOXES MACCARoNI;5 do. vermicilli; 5 do.
y Beginelle, just received by
STAPLES, MARTIN & co.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-01-13

I n BARRELS Crushed and &c" Coffee SUGAR in
lU store and for sale by
STAPLES, MARTIN & co.
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MISCELLANEOUS.
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NOR SALE-The very desirable Town RESIDENCE
il on Gospel Hill, now occupied by the Rev. Mr.
Latane. The Dwelling House is new. handsomely fin
ished and convenient and the property is in all res
poets worthy the attention of any wishing COM
Portable home in one of the most desirable localities in
the town. For terms, &C., apply 10
C.o,,,or III, e"l6T r II POINTS
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Jan. 6, 1S5S-vind. copy.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-03-10


WASHINGTON March .. ls6s.--issaate.--Th -Ths Senate
passed the H0use bill making appropriations TO falhl
the sound dnes stipulat0ns. u go -
Mr.. Houston Introduced biz providing for the or
ganizat0n Of regiment oi mounted vnluuteess fof
the protection Of the Texan frontiers Also aufhorz
ing the President TO raise four additional regiments Of
volunteers
The resolution Of Mr.. Douglas, offered on the 4th
ult., calling for information In relation % Kansas
Affairs, taken up. He presented various reasons
why it should be adopted bat It was aside for the
consideration OF the Kansas bill.
Mr.. ColIamer resumed his remarks from yesterday
in opposition to the bib, and having finished bis
speech, the Senate, after executive session, adj
journed.
House-The House resumed the consideration Of
the bill regulating the pay and number Of the em-
pIoyees Of the House. An uninteresting discussion
ensued. which occupied some time.
The bill was, after debate, referred TO the COMMITTEES
Of the Whole on the state Of the Uaion-yeas 100,
nays IS.
The House proceeded to the consideration Of the
motion TO reconsider the vote by which referred
70 the Committee Of the Whole On the state Of the
Union the Senate bill, giving the President power 70
restore to the active reserved list, officers Of the
navy affected by the Naval Retiring Board.
4 discussion Of the action Of the Retiring Board
ensned. after which the House adjourned without
taking the question
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-03-10

ANEcDoTE OF WAsHINGToN.-Rembraudt Peale,
the venerable painter ectured recently in New York
on the Portraits of Washington He is the only
living artist to whom WASHINGTON sat for portrait.
He relates an anecdote that is interesting WAsHG-
TON was in Philadelphia and was sitting for por-
trait Forged letters had been published purporting
to have been written by WASHINGTON, and to have
been taken from runaway slave of his. These had
been going the rounds and few cared to venture any
question to him regarding them. The report OF the
lecturer says:
To Mr. peale's CONSERVATION his uncle asked
WASHINGTON about it while be was sitting to him, in
this abrupt way
General did you write those letters =
For few seconds Washington was silent, which
Mr. Peale interpreted as just rebuke to his uncles
| rudeness. At last be said
"a never lost any letters. No servant OF mine ever
ran away from me y and then he changed the sub
ect IN two hours this known all over the city,
| and the story settled forever.