davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

MEssRs. EDITORS Il have watched with
good deal Of interest, the signs Of the
political skies, and see with pleasure the
prospeet,-nay the almost certainty Of a
convention in this Congressional district.
The idea Of a free fight, after the action Of
the Wing meeting in this place not long
ago, is preposterous. One Of their most
trusted leaders suggested the propriety OF
allowing the Democrats to cut their own
Threats in peace, but they would not hear
him it was pleasure they had reserved
tor themselves. One Of their cardinal res
olutions proclaims to the world their inten-
ton, from this time forward, to fight every
inch OF ground, - that it is the only way to
hold the remnant of their party together,
&C., and they wind up by appointing good
~ delegation to the Richmond Convention,
to nominate candidate for Governor. Il
they will fly off on such wila-goose chase as
this, where there is no possibility Of success,
DO you think it likely they will neglect the
chance Of putting in candidate for Con
gress with half dozen democrats running,
when it is certain he would be elected. Ii
they had had no intention CT running one
Of their party, why didn't they pass the
resolution offered by Mr.. Imboden, 10th
ing could have been easier. But, say the
advocates for a:s'free fight" if the Ameri-
cans bring out u man, we can hold a caucus
and rule off all but Que they forget the
organization Of the party which they are to
fight against; secrecy is their grand weap-
on-that secrecy which had so nearly made
them successful in the Wise campaign, and
which, had it not been for the daring and
almost superhuman efforts Of Wise himself,
would have laid the Democratic party of
Virginia low forever is not parted with /;
the party is just as well organized through
out the State as ever, and when there is a
prospect Of success, can be drawn out to a
man. They may not hold their meetings
as regularly as Of old, but we are sure they
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

LOUISA, Feb 10, 1856.
Wessrs. Dove &c Co :-Gentlemen In the Sprinc e.
OF 55 cone .of our negro women suffered from s.
dreadful sore on one of her ancies the inHamma-
ton extended to the knee and foot. Though we
tried the usual remedies it continued to get worse,
and for six months she could neither work noe
walk about Fprocured bottle Of your Turf Oil,
and in fortnight's time she was able to go about
and is now well. lock upon it as excellent foc
Sores, Cuts, and Bruises.
Yours with respect.
OFERTON Fl. PETTUS.
For sale in Staunten by Dr.. T. Fl. j. C. KIN
NEy, and Il. S. EIcHELRERGER d BIO, Druggists,
DOVE Il co. Sole Proprietors,
Sept. Is, 1856.-ce2w1y. Richmond, Va.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
FRED DOUGLASS DAUGHTER FoR SAFE.

FRED DOUGLASS DAUGHTER For SALE
Among the servants offered for sale by a
Mr.. Forrest, of Memphis, Tenn, is a girl
who is known to be the daughter of the no.
torious Fred Douglass, the 'free-nigger',
Abolitionist She is said to be Of the class
known among the dealers as ''likely grip
and is a native Of North Carolina. She re-
members her parent very wildly, having
seen him during his last visit to the Old
North State. The Memphis Arazaache
suggests that as Fred is amply able to make
the outlay, he should either purchase his
own flesh and blood from seryitude or ceaso
his shrleks over an institution which posses
ses such untold horrors,
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
FOR CONGRESS-.

4 ave are authorized to announce Col. VIM
a. HARMAN, Of Augusta, as candidate for Con-
gress from this district, subject to the decision of
district convention in the organizati of the
democratic party require the assembling of such
convention. -.
Papers of the district copy.
s-. JAMES Il. SKINNER, ESQ.,, is a candidate
to represent this District, in the next Congress
subject to the decision of Convention if desired,
District papers copy.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
PUBLIC SALE
Of Valuable Augusta Land.

TN purs uancs Of s'decree rendered In the Circui.
Court of Augusta County, at its last term, in
the of Efinger Clarke & ais, the under
signed Commissioner, appointed by said decree,
will proceed on Saturday, the 5th day of Feb
ruary, upon the premises, to sell the land in the
said proce edings mentioned, i. being the land
which conveyed to said Clarke by Samuel
Funk and wife, by deed dated the 18th lof April,
1852, lying the waters of Messy Greek, and ad-
joining the slands of Nimrod Showalter William
Crawfo I'd and others, and containing about
LEG Acres.
much thereof as may be necessary to satisfy
the Plaintiffs claim, together with the costs the
suit and the costs OF the sale, upon the following
terms, viz:
So much in hand AZ viii defray tie charges and
expenses Of sae and costs of suit and the balance
on credit OF SIX twelve ard eighteen months. the
purchaser giving bonds with good security and the
title retained as ultimate security.
b. +. NICHE, Commissioner.
January Is, 1959.-tds
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
AUSTIN & GENTRY,
COMMISSION MERCHANTS,
CORNER OF

Franklin and Union Streets, near the w.
Central Railroad Depot, Richmond,
TXTILL give their constant attention to the SELL
wv ing of FLoUR, WHEAT, CoRN, OATS, BACON,
LARD, BurrEn BAILED HAY and Country Produce
generally. We assure all who will favor Us with
their consignments, tomake prompt returns as
soon as the goods are sold
RErEEESCEs.--C Fontaine, President of the
Va. Central Railroad Messrs. Dickinson, Hill &
Co.. E. 4. j. Clopton; Thomas W. Dudley, City
Sergeant, Rev. Leroy n: Lee, D. D.. Rev. Leo
Rosser, D. D., Editor Of Richmond G. Advocate !;
Rev. +. ] Boggs; Rev. E. F. Wilson, and A. e..
Stubs, Esq
January Is, 1656.-Iy
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
assured that for this office there are many as

assured that for this Office there are many as
pirants. We have our choice. Our man
is young, comparatively, in the vigor of
manhood be is profound in the doctrines
Of the Democratic party Of Virginia; he is
we'll read good and successful lawyer,
and of indomitable energy and business
habits. In word we know of 40 man in
the district. all things being considered, SO
well calculated to fill the place Of John
Leteher, as William Ell. Hartman, Esq of
the town Of Staunton.
A VOICE From PENDLETos.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
BY THE GOVERNOR OF VIRGINIA
a PrOclamatiOD:

VXTHEREASa vacancy has occurred in the Jr-
w dietary of this Commonwealth by the death
of Green B. Samues, one of the Judges of the Su--
preme Court of Appeals, who was elected judge
of the third judicial Section, composed of the
Counties of Culpeper, Madison, Greene, Orange,
Amherst, Rockbridge, Augusta, Bath, Pendleton,
Highland, Rockingham, Page. Shenandoah, War
rem, Harry, Clarke, Frederick, Hampshire, Nor
gan, Berkeley. and Jefferson therefore, in con-
fornty to law, the Sheriff of each of said Counties
is hereby required to an election to be held
therein Thursday, the l4th day Of april neat. at
the places prescribed by law, for Judge OF the
Supreme Court OF Appeals, to supply the vacancy
aforesaid.
Given under my hand as Governor. and under
the seal Of the Commonwealth at Rich
Il. 81 mond, this seventh day of Jaauary, 1859,
and in the 6Se year of the Commonwealth.
HENRY A. WISE.
By the Governor:
GooRGE W. MuxFoRD.
Secretary of the Commonwealth.
January Is, l859.-tde
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
NATIONAL. HOTEL.

IN n 1l A(1S IA Z ~ l.
THIS LARGE AND COMFORTABLE HOTEL
i is again open for the accommodation of the
Public. have secured the services of
VIM. - CARRIER, Esa.,
formerly of the VIRGINIA HOTEL. late of the
AMERICAN HOTEL, long and favorably known
Hotel Keeper, who will devote his entire time
to the business 1t issituated in the business part
of the town. and is well suited and convenient both
for the Travelling Public and the Country Trade
AN OMNIBUS
will always be found at the Depot on the arrival Of
the Cars, to carry passengers to and from the Ho-
tel. free of charge. Neither trouble nor expense
will be spared to make all comfortable who patron
ize the House. The Stablng is large and superior
to any in tho State, and will be attended by first
rate Ostiers.
GIVE THE NATIONAL A TRIAL.
Country custom will be charged for Dinner and
Horse-feed $50 cents when the cash is paid, or II
cents when booked.
NJ. G. HARTMAN.
Staunton, JAM Is, 1S59.-tf
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
A VOICE From PENDLETos.

The PETERSBURG EXPRESS. This able use
full and newsy little Journal appeared in
new years day, much enlarged. with larger
type and otherwise improved. The Propri-
etors say that they were compelled to en-
large on account Of their increasing busi-
ness. Success to them
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

Mr.. Clark, Of New York, yesterday, sub
mitted resolution, in the Fl ouse, which
was agreed to, directing the Committee on
Naval Affairs to ascertain and report which
Of the navy yards ofthe United States can
be dispensed with without prejudice to the
public service, and the best means of dispo-
sing thereof.
The election Of United States Senator
took place in Maine yesterday The vote
in the House stood, Fessenden 90, Smart
AZ. The vote in the Senate was, for Fes-
sender 20, Smart none,
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
GRAND CONCERT
1T YHE TOWN HILL!

On Friday and Saturday Evenings the l4th
and 18th OF January.
TIME METROPOLITAN CONCERT COMP A
4 NY would respectfully announce to the citi-
zens OF Staunton. that they will give two of their
Chaste and Fashionable Concerts, at the time and
place above named, consisting of
Nea0 Songs, New and Original Brzesques,
Dances, Farces, WiHicisms, Lectures, &c.
The Company is composed of the following III
SICAL ARTISTS:
Madame NJ. Schminko, Guitarist.
W Schminke, Banjoist.
+. Myers, ACCORDION
y. Smith, Tamborine.
Master Johnson. Bones.
Gg- Doors open at half past 6 Concert to com
mence att o'clock. Admission so cents, Children
and Servants half price.
January Is. lS59.-lt.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

SOUTHERN LITERARY MESSENGER.
have received the January number of this
able magazine, and would beg to call the
attention Of our readers to it. The "Cyuic',
is an article of interest, and we think Il
fully worth the price of the magazine. -
Published by McFarlane & Furgusson
Richmond, Va, at So per annum.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
To the Editor of the Tenth Lcqio1a.

Permit the undersigned to make sug-
gestion through your valuable paper. It is
this: Hon. John Letcher having been nom
mated for the chief magistracy Of the State,
the voters Of the Tenth Legion district will
have to elect, on the 18th Thursday in May
next,a representative in Congress. We feel
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

RF The Ladies of the town of Staunton
propose holding Fair, on the evening Of
the 22d Of February, for the benefit Of the
West Augusta Guards, and earnestly solic-
it the ladies from the country to unite with
them in the enterprise, and assist by their
contributions in promoting its seccess.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

The Petersburg Intelligencer, an old and
abe opposition Journal, has been sold by
it's former proprietors, to Mr.. Albin K
Moore, former editor Of Savannah Republi-
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

81 By referring to an advertisement in
another column, it will be seen that the
Metropolitan Concert Company" are to
give two Of their fashi enable concerts, at
Union Hall, on Friday and Saturday even
ings.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

FAMILY JouRNAL-This is the title of an
elegant weekly, published in Baltimore by
Messrs. Williams & Moore. With respect
to the value and interest Of its articles, and
its typographical neatness, it will compare
fsyorsbly with our best northern journals, I
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

New ADVERTISEMENTS. We have MOI
room this week to refer to our new adver-
tisements separately. Examine them all
as they will not only interest, but profit
many by reading them.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

We are are requested by Col. VIM. Fl
Hartman to state that he will address the
people of the District at an early day.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

GOOD NEWS The undersignedshas just re-
VI tur ned from the Northern Cities with his
latest sly les of Stella Talmas, Gable and Baayne
Shaws all wool; Mouslines Of the richest colors
and half wool do, at prices never before offered
in this market. S. IL. HILB.
Staunton, Jan. Is, 1859.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
~~~-----~~--~
Il r u S L EE'S ALE
OF VALUABLE PROPERTY

~ III
pf virtue of a Deed of Trust executed TO tho .uh.
II scriber, On the 10th day of March. 1887 and
duly recorded in the Clerks Office of Hiob,and
County, BY William Ervne, for the benefit Of Geo.
w. Hull, shall proceed to sell, on the premises .
en- Saturday. the 29th inst, tho SEVERAI,
TRACTS OF LAND, mentioned in said deed, 90
wit; One tract of
14G Acres,
the same upon which the said IRVINE now resides
One tract adjoining the above, containing
le7 ACRES,
and all said Ervine's interest in an entry on tia
Bull Pasture Mountain. containing
SO ACRES
The above Lands are situated upon the Cowpasture
River, in the County of Highland, about three
miles North of The Ssaunt9n and psr kersburg Turn
pike, and are well adapted to the growth of alt
kinds Of grain and particularly to grass. The la
Acre tract has upon it a COMFORTABKE Loo
D YELLING, Barn and other ut-hoises, and is
supplied with the best quality Of Timber, and first
rate site for Saw and Grist-Mill The title is be.
lieved to be unquestionable, but acting Trustee
shall only convey such title as is vested in me,
Terms made known ON the day of sale,
SAMUEL A, WILSON, Trustee.
January Is, le59.-tds ~
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
COMMUNICATIONS.
A Card.

In my article Of the 9th of Dec last,
which appeared in the Vindicator, | wish it
distinctly understood that I intended moth
ing OF personal character in my allusion
to MI. SINNERS course in the Convention,
either effecting his honor as man or a
gentlemen, and the same remark is applica-
Ole to the other gentlemen whom | associ-
ated with him in the article alluded to.
G. r. HARRIS
January 18th, 1855.
T. S.-The same papers which were re-
questeed to publish my article, will please
give this an insertion also. G. r. Ell.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
SALE IN SANGERSVILLE.


DY virtue of decree of the Circuit Court of Au-
LID gusta County. rendered in cause therein dee
pending between W. FL. Wooddell Plaintiff, and
Eavy and others, Defendants, shall proceed on
the premises, in Sangersyile, to sell at public sae
to the highest bidder, on Saturday. the 18th day T
February meet, LOT OF GROUND, containing
ONE HALF ACR T. with its improvements and
appurtenances-bengt the same property conveyed
to Michael Eavy, by Dinkle Sheets.
THRMs.-One-fOurth in hand, remainder in equal
instalments at sx twelve and eighteen months, the
purchaser giving bonds with good personal securi-
ty and the title to be retained as ultimate security
JOSEPH F. HOTTIE, Comm'r.
January Is, lS59.-tds
NOR RENT--WYGANT GARDEN, &o.-As
Il Committee of Martin Wygant, l will lease pub
licly to the highest bidder, on the lst day Of rec.
next n On the premises, the HOUSE .r GA i
in good condition, we'll set in Strawberries, era
pes, Peach Trees &C., and will yield hanasome
return to an in lustrious and competent gaIoener'
Possession will be given on the gay ARSENAL 90 secur;
ty. The length Of lease, &C., 10 oe naue Aio"n
on that day. c:.. e.
Jan. Is, $50.
STRAYED OR sTOLEN-On Friday night last,
y from the American Hotel Stable, dark iron
orav Mare 3 wears old, with white blaze face
Shewas raised in Fauquier county, and may be
making her way back if not, she has been stolen.
ANY information given of her to Sam'l B. Brown,
American Hotel, Staunton, will be thankfully re-.
ceived, and ifrequired, just reward given.
j. II. VANPELT.
Jan. Is, '59--3t.
NTOTlCE.-All persons knowing themselves in
~ debted to Lucy Jane Snyder are earnestly
requested to come forward and way up, as longer
indulgence cannot be given.
LUCY J. SNYDER,
staanton, Jan. Is, 1859. ISIS
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
BARGAINS! Bargains!!


VNT Z would inform the Ladies that we have some
w very handsome Paris Printed all wool De-
lans, which rather than keep we will sell alb
PIPER & FUNKHOURSER.
Jan. Is, '59-S. Copy, all.
Alta COURT HELD FOR AUGUSTA Court,
n at the Court house, on Tuesday, Dec. 28th
1858, it was Ordered, that the Motion and Road
Docket be set for trial at the January term next,
and that notice thereof be published.
Teste, I'D. IMBODFN, Crk.
Jan. Is, '59-td.
CARRIAGE BOLTS, WROUGHT NUTS, PloW
" Screws, Iron Washers, Coach Screws, Tire
Bolts, in store and for sale cheap quantities te
GARRISON, ANDERSON & CO.,
No. LOG, Main street. Richmond.
January, is, 1859.
NEW ARRIVAL-36 SeaIskin Overcoats, and
IN lot of the latest patterns of gentlemen's
Shawls 10 doz. Brown Boys hats, good quality,
SIMON H. HILB's Clothing Store.
Staunton, Jan. 49, 1859.
SCOTCH PLA1DS.-We still have a few Pat.
~ terms which offer % per ct. Lower than
ever before PIPER & FUNKHOURSER
JAM Is, 49,
LvRENCH MARINOES.-At greatly reduce d
IL prices at PIPER j. FUNkHOURSER
Jan. 10, 80.
DOBE A LIES-The newest STYLE Dress Goods
PIPER Il FbNKHOURsER.
Jan. Is, 80.
DLANKETS.-Bed blankets very cheap at
NJ PIPER & FUNKEOQRSE R,
Jan. Is, 1850.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

IOCLOTH CLOAKS, late style, from So to $40.
FO Silk Velvet Cloaks. $50 doz Linen Hand
kerchies, at Is cts per dog $50 pair Misses strong
seoes, Is cts. 50 pair Misses Gum Oversize s, at
Vestings plain and fancy Silk and Satin do.
To be sold as usual at a small profit at
SIMON Ii. HILB'S
Dry Goods Store
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
A. TT. FRANCISCO.

Z Y. = I SIV,
Nc. IS Market Street, Philadelphia,
II EEPS the largest and best assorted stocks o
Yarns, Batting Wadding, Twines Coyerd Yarn !,
Bed Cords, Wash Lines, Rope in Coils, Mould
Lamp, Candle, Camphine, Lard, and Fluid Wicks
in the City. Also, great variety Of Fly Nets,
which he offers at Manufacturers lowest cash prices.
N. B.-Consignments Of Cotton Yarns from As
to rs solicited.
January Is, lS5S.-3m.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

Mary .. Points School
THSHE Second Session of this School commences
L the first of February 1851
TERMs.-O rthography, Reading Writing, Eng
hsh Grammar, Arithmetic and Geography, $50. 00
History, Nat. Philosophy, Astronomy, Algebra
and Chemistry, 1900
French and Latin each extra. 500
Contingent Fee, %
Staunton, lam Is, 52-3t.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15
Jan. 18th 1859.

OdA. ActA 1908.
Messrs Editors:-Please republish, by
way OF appendix to this, my remarks in the
petersburg Convention which appear sub
stantlally in the indicator Of the 18th ult.,
Il they were calculated to do any injustice
to Or. Harris, in regard to the character of
the vote received by him, that is explained
in his letter to you which appears il your last
paper. They were delivered before body
who were acquainted with all the facts, and
could not, at the time, therefore, possibly
mislead. 1t did not occur to me that ap-
pearing among the proceedings Of the Con
ventlon they were likely to create any erro-
neous impression It is certainly the fact
that Or. Harris did receive on the first boil
lot respectable fraction Of the Eastern
vote. That vote however was very much
divided among FIVE or six candidates. It
may be that DR.. Fl received larger portion
OF it than any other gentleman except Mr..
Old. But when I, together with other dele
gates from Augusta and Rock bridge, con
cluded to vote On the second ballot for eth
er Mr.. Old or Mr.. Montague, the question
with us was not SO much who had received
on the first ballot the largest fraction of the
Eastern vote, as who was most likely to
umlte the fractions so as to produce harmony
and strengthen the Ticket We believed
under all the circumstances. that this could
best be effected by the nomination of either
Mr.. Old or Mr.. Montague, and we acted
accordingly: There was certainly differ
ence Of opinion upon this point among the
members ofour delegations. but such differ
ences, when buried in concurrence in the
result, serve but to strengthen the ties Of
brotherhood
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

SCOTCH PLA1DS-We still have few Pat.
- terms which we offer % per Ct Lower than
ever before PIPER & FUNKHOURSER.
Jan. Is, 80.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

HUGH W. sHEFFEY. | JAS. DuueARDNER, JH.
LAW NOTICE..
FENHE TN d rsigned have formed partnership in
u the Practice Of Law, in the various COURTS
held in Stau-ton. They will attend prompt to
all business confident to their care. Especia at
tsntion paid to the Collection Of Claims.
HuGH ". SHEFEEY will practice in the Courts
of Highland Bath and Rockbridge. and in the
Court of Appeals. HUGH ". SHEFFEY,
JAS. BUMGARDNER, JR.
Staunton, Jan. Is, 1859.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-01-15

LvRENCH MARINOES.-At greatly reduced
Il prices at PIPER j. FUNkHOURSER.
Jan. 10, 80.