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RIBBONS, MILLINERY & STRAW GOODS,
FALL AND WINTER, 1859.

FALL AND WINTER, 1888.
ARMSTRONG, GATOR & CO.,
IMPORTERS AND JoBBERs OF
Ribbons, Bonnet Silks and Satin Yelvets, Ruche,
Flowers, Feathers, Straw Bonnets, Flats, &C.,
237 and Lofts of 239 Baltimore St., Bait, Nd,
OFFER Stock unsurpassed in the United States
~ in variety aud cheapness.
icy Orders solicited and prompt attention given.
Terms.-6 months-6 per cent of for Cash, par
funds.
Bait, Aug. 16, ls59.-tas5.
WRITING ACADEMY.-PR0F. F. SHER-
w BROOKE, of Washington, ID. c., respectfully
informs the citizens Of this place that he has taken
the Room Over the Post Office, where he is now
prepared to instruct In PRA CIICAL AND ORNA-
MENTAL PENAANSHLP.
TEaMs:-$5 for 10 Lessons of one hour each half
payable in advance.
,zSg- Hours of instruction to II A. NJ to and
Z TO 9 p. NJ. Separate hours for Ladies'
az No discount for neglect OF Lessons by pupils.
For further information see Circulars.
Staunton. Aug 10. 1859
NOTlCE.-To all those indebted to the estate OF
~ Mrs Sarah Arginbright, dec d., are requested
To come forward and pay up, it Is the duty OF Ad-
mn'srs TO settle estates as possible. There
fore. there will be no indulgence given and all those
having claims against the estate are requested to
present them to me for payment.
DAVID BAYLOR, Admir-.
August 90, 1885.
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VIRGINIA TO VITA Rules held in the
' County Court of Augusta County, on Monday
the LIST day of August, 1861 Juan Pzzini, Plaintiff,
AGAINST IN DEBT,
William T. Mount and John w. Stribling, Defend
ants.
The object of this suit is to recover the sum of sew
enty-one dollars and six cents for money due by q
protested negotiable note from the defendants to the
plaintiff with legal interest thereon from the 18th day
of June, 1859, till payment. Also two dollars and
seventy three cents the charges of protest thereon.
The defendant VIM 7. Mount not having been serv
ed with copy of the summons in this suit and it ap
peariug by satisfactory evidence that the said VIM
4. Mount is not inhabitant of this Commonwealth
1t is ordered that the said defendant, VIM. T. Mount
do appear here within one month after due publica
ton this order and do what is necessary to protect
his interest in the premises and that copy of this
der be inserted in some newspaper printed in the
town of Staunton for four successive weeks and post
ed at the front door Of the Courthouse of this Coun
y on the first day of the next term of said Court.
Teste, WIN. A. BURNETT, D. @.
BAYLOR Il BAYLOR, P. O.
Aup l6 1859.
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VIRGINIA TO WIT.-At Rules held in the
v Clerks Office of the County Court of Augusta
County, on Monday the lst day of August, 1859, Ju-
an Pizznl, Ppf
AGAINST IN DEBT,
William T. Mount and John w. Stribling, Defend
ants.
The object of this suit is to the sum of one
hundred and twenty-five dollars for money due by a
protested negotiable note from the defendants to the
plaintiff with legal interest thereon from the oath day
of June, 1851, TIL payment also two dollars and sew
ty-three cents, the charges of protest thereon
The defendant VIM. I. Mount not having been
served with copy of the summons in this suit and
it appearing by satisfactory evidence that the said
VIM 7. Mount is not an inhabtant Of this Common
wealth. Ii is ordered that the said defendant, VIM IT,
Mount, do appear here within one month after due
publication of this order and do what is necessary to
protect his interest in the premises and that copy
of this order be inserted in paper printed in the
town of Staunton for four successive weeks and post
ed at the front door the Courthouse Of this Coun-
ty on the first day of the next term of said Court.
Teste, VIM. a. BURNETT, D. G.
BAYLOR & BAYLOR, P. Q.
Aup. l6. 1859,
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DOCKBRIDGE LAND FOR SALE..The
IL subscriber offers for sale his FARM on South
River, Rockbridge County, 2 miles East of Fairfield
1t contains 204 Acres, and the soil is naturally OF
good quality being well adapted to all the grains and
grasses raised in the Valley, especially wheat 1t is
Of Southern exposure and has it an abundance of
fruit of various kinds, about Acres in solid
Orchard, besides great many other trees About
two.thirds of the land is cleared andn cultivation the
balance heavily timbered To persons wishing to
view the land it will be shown them by Mr.. John Pat
terson, who lives on the place, by the subscriber
living near Newport Augusta County. If not sold
privately before the st dly of March, 1860, it will be
offered on that day at public sale.
TERMS accommodating and bargain can be had
as it is too far from me attend to personally The
improvements ample and as good as usually
found. WIN. SMILEY.
AUG o. lS5N-Lex Gaz and Rock Reg. copy.
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4 UGUSTA FEMALE SEMINARY, AT
n STAUNTON, VA.-J0HN B. TINSLEY, PR1N-
cIpAL-The next session of this Institution wlll com
mence ON Monday. the Goth day of September
next and close on the last week in June following
Ample arrangements have been made for thorough
system of education The course of study is compre-
heusive and practical, embracing all the branches,
useful and ornamental, usually taught IN female
ments are filled by competent and experienced as
sistants The public rooms have been recently sup
piled with Maps and Charts of the latest construction
and the Philosophical and chemical apparatus enIsrg-
ed at heavy expense Ii the purpose of the Trus-
tees to avail themselves of all the educational i'm
proysments of the day. and TO place their Institution
upon such basis that it will furnish advantages for
an accomplished female education, equal to any that
may be obtained elsewhere.
Circulars. giving additional information, will be
sent upon application to the Principal.
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COMMISSIONERS SALE OF REAL ES-
" TATE.--ln carrying into effect decree OF the
Circuit Court of Augusta County, rendered at the last
June term thereof, IN the case of Robert Z. Bckie
against John l.. McGufin and Others shall, on the
23M day of September nert the premises proceed
to SELL to the highest bidder, the following real es-
tate to wit: Two HOUSES and LOTS situated IN
the town OF Mt. Soon in Augusta County; lot OF
IL Acres of Land lying near the said town in the
said county, and of land lying on North Xiv
err in said County, much thereof as will be sut-
cient to satisfy said decree
TERMS SO much of the purchase money in hand
will pay the charges and expenses of sale and the
balance 8, ~ and Is months taking from the pur-
chaser bonds and good security and retaining the IT,
tie. DAVID FULTZ, Conn.
Aug %, 1859.
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AND FOR SALE wish TO sell TRACT
IL of LAND lying on Middle River containing %0O
Acres. 1t joins the lands of widow Dixton and 9th,
ers. There are three never failing springs, ana wen
at the door; good FRAME HOUSE ana gooaa G %
and outhouses and good ORCHARD. The land Is a.
dapted to grain and grass, &c. and is well tmbered
If desired will also sell 100 acres adjoining
Aug 90, lS59-2mo. j. H. HOMbEkI.
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RICHMOND ADVERTISEMENTS

hlCnMUNU AUfEnIlDkMENlOs
1859. FALL TRADE. 1859.
SMITH, RHODES &c Co,
IMPORTERS AND DEALERS In
HARDWARE, CUTLERY, GUNS,
SADDLERY ANCHOR B0LTING CLOTH &C., &C.,
No. ~, Pearl St., Richmond, Va.
HAVE now in Store large and elegant assert.
IL ment of goods purchased pripci. :,
pally for cash direct from the manu-f ~
facturers, and selected with especial O@
reference to the wants .of the trade of
Virginia, North Carolina and Ten
nessee and they would respectfully invite the atten
ton of Merchants and Saddlers visiting this market
TO an examination of the same confidently assuring
them that they can with their extensive acIties.)
and will sell them goods on equal terms with any
regular House, North or South
Their stock comprises large and extended yarie.
ty OF Fine and Heavy Hardware. Tools, Building ma
terials, Saddlery, Hardware Patent and Enameled
Leather Hog Skins, &C., Saddles, Brides, Halters
Webbing, Chains Harness, Buckles, Pocket and Ia
Bile Cutlery large assortment styles and qualities.
Richmond, Aug. IL, lS5s-ly.
ESTABLISHED 1888.
KEEN, BALDWIN & WILLIAMS
A RE now receiving direct from their own manu-
n factory. the largest and most desirable stock of
Fall and Winter Clothing they have ever exhib.
ited and to which addition will be made by every ar
rival throughout the season.
Their First Floor Is devoted to the RETAIL
TRADE where they prepared to show at all times
full and complete assortment of the most fashiona
BILE goods, gotten up in style equal to the best Mer-
chant Taors work and sold at rs PER CENT LESS THAN
THEIR PRICES
Their Second and Third Floors are devoted exclu-
sivey to the WHOLESALE TRADE, and will be
found to contain extensive and desirable stock
Of fashionable and well made Clothing manufactured
with great pains and with direct reference to the
wants of the Merchants of Virginia. North Carolina
DINA and Tennessee.
Devoting the whole Of our time to the Manufacture
more extensive operations and other material adyanc
tages, can and do offer the greatest inducements
KEEN, BALDWIN Il WILLIAMS.
Richmnnd Anu Ind
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AUCTION SALES. s
T1RUsT SALE OF VALUABLE PoCA-

i HONTAS LANDS.-By virtue of deed of trust
executed to me by John H. Ruckman ct ar. dated the
LIST day of April 1885, ofrecord in the Clerks Office
of the County Court of Pocahontas,
1 will on Wednesda% tho 18Th aGy Of J1ne next on
highest bidder, valuable GRAZING FARM, in the
County of Pocahontas, on the waters of Beaverdam
Creek, containing about 1900 Acres, composed OF
several different tracts well watered and adapted to
grass, quantity of improved land thereon now IN
fine sod.
TERMS OF SALE THE land will be sold on a
credit of months from the day of sale, the purchaser
to give bond and sufficient personal security, and the
title to be retained as ultimate security.
The title to the above tract OF land believed to be
unquestionable but acting trustee will only con-
vey such title as have under the trust deed afore-
said. WIN. CURRY, Trus.
April 5, l859-2m.
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y have procured the services of R. Ii. Crockett for
the purpose Of selling LIVE STOCK in the 1s&Epn
Richmond market, who, with L. 5. Irvine, SXWM
will be in that market on the LIST of Sep SQ-G
TENDER next, prepared to give their fath-
full attention to all business confded TO them and
feel confident from their long experience in the bust
ness of giving entire satisfaction.
JOHN GROUSE,
l.. 5. IRVINE.
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WILLIAM A. GRILLS,
LATE OF AUGUSTA CO.,
and Forwarding Merchant,

VNTILL give his personal attention to the sale OF
w all kinds of PRODUCE, aud remit proceeds
with despatch. One door west of Messls NJ. Blair
& Co., 18th st. Richmond, Va.
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. Crawford, Rudolph
Turk, NJ. &. Hartman, DIR. WIN. McChesney, Samuel
Ii. Bell, Jacob Baylor, J. D. Hanger, Jno 4. Antrim,
Col. Vim. p. Tate, T. e. Stout, Jno. Towbermau,
Thos. w. McCue, j. Shreckhse, r. j. Glendy Thos
Hughes Caldwell, Kent. paine a Co.. Richmond.
Richmond Aup y ls59-6mo
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-08-30

r OCH WILLOW SCHOOL, near Church
| VILE, AUGUSTA CO., VA.-Elght miles IRON
Stanton, on the stage route from Staunton to Yves
ton. Jed Hotchkiss, Principal, assisted by grad
uate of the University of Va. VIZ,
The subscribers will open school on the Locn wi, WI,
low Farm the former residence of the late j. ADDISON
Cochran, ESQ.,, on the lst Wednesday in September,
1882 and continue the same until the Srd wednesday
in June, 1860. g.,
The object of this school is to prepare students or
the University or Colleges of Va, or tit them Tor the
active duties life
guages Mathematics, Natural Sciences, &C.
TERMS For Tuition, Board, &C.. fol- each term OF
scholastic months. from $3.50 to $780, payable IN
advance.
For Circulars, embracing full information apply to
the nroprietors. N. h. J. HOTCHKlSS,
Churchville, Augusta Co, Va
REFERENCES: -Hon. A. II. a. Stuart, j. ID.
Imboden, Esq, R. L. Doyle. Esq, s, B. Brown, ST.
N c. Kinney Staunton, Va Rev B. M SMITH n W. u ~
er, Bishop j. j. Glossbrenner, Churchville, Va: -,
Mrs. Hotehkiss, aided by teacher OF music, VIII
take charge of the education of few young ladies at
the same rates as above with the usual rates for mu
sic extra.
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TOTTSES ~ LOTS !-HOUSES AND LOTS
III OF 'EM.-We are authorized to sell several
Houses and Lots in Staunton very desirable as ps-
ces of residence Long time will be given on some of
them. Apply soon to GUY q WADDELL,
Staunton, July 20, 81. heai Esta'e agents
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VALUABLE TOWN PROPERTY FOR
Y SALE wish to cell privately the Brick Store
House on Main street now occupied by Sidney b. Sale
The Store House on Va. Hotel Street, occupied by
A. Lang.
The Store House and Dwelling occupied by Saml
K. HAYES, and the Store Room adjoining, occupied by
VIM. McFall.
will sell the above property o credit of years
or MORE if satisfactorily secured and the interest
promptly paid. RoBT. G' blchhE.
: Staunfon Aup l6 lS59.-3t
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CADEMY.-TRAo
NV wv RInu ARDSQN HALE HOIIS

JNTAYNESBORO'A OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES /:
w w. T. RICHARDSON, NJ. HALE HOUS-
TON.-The next session will begin on the 18th OF
September with thorough system, OF instruction.
The scholar will be prepared for College or the UNI
yersity. Few places offer such inducements to those
who wish to have their boys educated in safety can
confidently assert that no such thing as dissipation
exists in the school, nor is there known to be diss
pated youth in the place. And perhaps no school in
the State has furnished larger proportion of first
rate Young men. Reference Is given particularly to
the character and proficiency of those who have gone
to Washington College or the University. limited
number of boarders will be received into the family OF
the subscriber.
Total expense for scholastic year, $l75. For par
ticulars inquire of W. T. RICHARDSON.
Waynesboro', June %, lS59-tf.
FEMALE SCHOOL AT BARTERBROOK.
The next session of this School will commence
the 18TH SENPrEMBER next, and close the 18th June,
1860 under the immediate control of Miss Julia N.
Day. an experienced Teacher.
Rev. G. S NJ. See will have the general supervis-
ion and management of the school and will lecture
twice week upon Philosophy and Chemistry.
TERMS.-English Branches $l5, French gu, Mu-
sic on Piano $50, use of Piano s. Contingent Expen-
ses 81, Board, Washing. Fuel, Lights, &C., SO per
month"; One half in advance.
DAVID GILKES0N,
H. G. GUTHRIE,
JN0. BROOKS, Trustees
WIN. McC0MB,
II. w. SHELTON,
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q ALES MADE WITHIN THE LAST FEW
- WEEKS by JAS. THOMAS, COMMISSION
ME0 CHANT, Cary ST.. Richmond, Va.
10 bbls old tx. Flour, for A. Ii. McComb Esq, Au-
gusta Co.,....................N .50@6.0U t3bbl.
10 bbls condemned old Flour for Mr.. Dan'l Brown,
Rockbridge,.. Rbbl.
Richmond, Aug. 9, 1853.
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NTOTICE.-I have this day sold my entire inter-
IN est In the Stock of Goods, Accounts and Notes
due the firm of Taylor, Hoge Co. to Simpson +.
Taylor and p B. Hoge who will continue business at
the old stand X. SUMMERSON.
Staunton, Aug. 9, '59-Vin. Copy.
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1OOO LBS. CINCINNATI SUGAR CURED
lUUU CANvASSED HAMS just received and
for sale BY TAYLOR Il HOGE.
Staunton, Aug. l6, 80.
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THRUST SALE.-HOUSE AND LOTS IN NEW
l. HOPE.-In virtue of several deeds OF trust given
o the undersigned by DIR. VIM. X. Roberts will
proceed, in New Hope, on Saturday, tile 2OM day Of
August next to sell public sale to the highest bid
der, certain house and several lots IN New Hope
The house is q large and commodious Mansions
first rate stand for physician. The lots are desra
rable.
TERMS :-One-third in 80 days secured by nego
table we'll endorsed interest added, and balance
in equal iustaments at six and twelve months, in
erest added and secured by bonds with good person
al security and the title retained.
July Is, 1859. JOHN II. BATHS, Trustee
PostpOnement,
The aoove sale is postponed til Saturday, tie eM
Of October next. JOHN FL. BATHS, trustee.
Aug. 90, 1859.
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EARM FOR SALE In BATH COUNTY.
II will offer for sale privately until LIST September,
nv FARM in Bath County situated about five miles
from Miboro' Depot, V. G. r. r., containing about
ESQ ACRES. Said farm is well improved. For fur
Their information address ,,
DIR. r. P. WILLIAMS,
Millboro' Springs, Bath Co., Va.
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SCHOOLS.
MALE ACADEMY.-wM

DOTETOURT MALE ACADEMY.-WM.
Is A. McCUE, A. B., PRINCIPAL.-This Academy
is located in Fincaste, Va in region of country no
ted tor its healthy and uvigorating atmosphere ana
is readily accessible from all parts of the State.
the object of this Academy to prepare students ICr
College or tit them for the active duties OF NE,
PRINCIPAL has secured the services OF MI. VIM ~ !.
Wilson, graduate of Washington College, anu
gentleman who comes highly recommended; ana ieens
Confident that by this arrangement, which VIII give
the school many ad. antages and their united enol's
it will be made in every way worthy OF PATRONAGE.
Parents entrusting their sons to his charge are
ed that no pains will be spared for their advancement
TERMS.
Classics per session 10 months, ..$a00 w
Higher English Branches. ....'..'..'''9o nv
Primary. .'''''.'''''''' ~ m
Boarding can be had either in town or country at
moderate prices The session opens the LIST MONDAY
in September. rcrs
Faculty of Wash College, Va:
Rev. B. NJ Smith, d. D., U. L. Seminary, va
Rev. W. S. White, d. d., Lexington, Va
Hon. A. II. H. Stuart, Stanton, Va
Hon. J. w. Brockenbrough, L. l.. D., Lexingn, va.
For further information address the Principal al
Fishersvie, Augusta Co., Va, until the school O.
pens. .,s
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EVILS PURE WHITE LEAD, Linseed Oil and
i 4 coors of all kinds for sale by
NTORWOOD'S yERATRUM yIRIDE, Freshly pre-
~ pared at r. d. Ikour CUs
Staunton, Aug. Q, 1859. Apothecary store.
P. Il. TROUT 4 co,
Staun,on, Aug. 2, 1889.
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DUBBER BELTING.-Ws have now the a
II gency of the Boston Rubber Betting Company,
and are prepared to furnish Beltings of any width;
also Hose and Packing.
CLARKSON & ANDERSON.
July g. 1859 LOG Main ST., Richmond, Va.
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Postp0nement.
DY consent of he parties the above sale is postpon-
ID ed until Saturday. the 9rd dog of September nert,
when it will take place the premises and bonds for
the purchase money will be made due and payable by
agreement) on 18th December, 1859.
WIN. CURRY, Trustee.
June %, 1S59.-Vin. Copy.
nor SALE WARM SPRINGS REAL ES-
i TATE.-The propretors, for the purpose of ma
king division of this most desirable and valuable
property, will sell it without reserve on the l day
of September next 1t is situated at Bath Courthouse,
in beautiful and fertile valley, the main leading
Stage Road Is miles west of the Va Central Railroad
at Millboro' Depot, and 40 miles east of the White
Sulphur Springs The several Tracts OF LAND con-
tain about 5000 Acres, great portion of which
is rich, we'll watered under good fencing well set in
clover and other grasses and in good State of Guilt
walton. AS Stock Farm it is of superior quality,
has the advantage of an extensive mountain range
The BUILDINGS are nearly new, consisting of
large and spacious Hotel, and other handsome
buildings for the accommodation of 800 visitors. All
the supplies of meats, grains &C. for the of the
Hotel establishment could be raised on the Farm.
TERMS One fourth of the purchase money in
hand, negotiable note at go days with interest ad
ded the balance of the purchase money in four equal
annual payments with interest from 1st November,
when possession will be given, the purchaser giving
bond and security.
= EEORGE MAySE
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| GALES OF 20 BBLS SUPER. FLOUR made by
| y JAS. THOMAS, Commission Merchant, Cary ST.,
near l4th, for W. d. Wilson, Augusta, 5000
! Richmond, Aug 20, SO.
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DATENT REVOLVING LIGHT HOUSE
i FLY TRAP.-Tbe best Fly TrGp in use-has
been thoroughly tested-catches the flies either dead
or alive. Perpetually in motion when wound up
For sale by the Agents.
CLAkKSON ANDERSON,
July %. ,5a. Jos Main Street Richmond. Va.
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BUILDING FOR sALE.-The HOUSE now
d in the occupancy of A. Lang as a Silver Smith
and Jewellers Store The purchaser to remove the
building at his own expense AS Mr. Lang rent eA-
house. could take it away in q few days.
Staunton Aup %. 49, RUB L. GUN AN.
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TNOBACCO.-We are now in receipt of the largest
L and best assorted supply of Tobacco offered
to dealers in this section ofhe State and among other
choice brands, have hand large supply of the
Natural Bridge. r. j. GLENDY.
Stanton, Aug. 9, $50. Per G. T. Cochran.
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IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR RARE AND
i Valuable Book send to RANDOLPH, Richmond.
The largest variety of New and Old Works in the
Southern States, is at 12l Main Street.
Ricbmopd IuIv 1Shq