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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
The Science of Horse Tanning.

DR.. r. II. Lee has been performing some
wonderful feats in the way of tanning vicious
horses in the neghborhood of Stanton, during
the last week. We have had the opportunity
to witness a variety of his experiments, and can
bear testimony to the efficiency OF his method
of subduing the widest and most spirited horse
so that he will be entirely under the control OF
his master. On Wednesday last we saw the
DR.. take in hand vicious grey, eight years
old, whose owner stated that be could not shoe
him, or even examine his month without lrst
binding him so that he was unable to do any
damage. When first approached he seemed dis
posed to kick, strike' bite and do every other
vicious thing that horse-fesh Is sometimes heir
to; but in very short time he had so far man
aged him that he laid down upon the ground
and permitted the operator to walk over him,
handle his legs and feet, open his mouth, &C.
After additional treatment he was harnessed,
and although still refractory when we left, he
was much more manageable; and we have no
doubt would have been worked had not the ap-
proach Of night obliged the operator to cease
handling him. Other horses aud mules were
thoroughly subdued.
DIR. Lee is now giving instruction to quite a
large class of gentlemen from the town and
neighborhood, imparting great deal of infor-
nation which is very valuable to those who
have anything to do with horses. His expert
ments take place at Montgomery Hail." the
residence of Mr.. VIM. j. Shumate, about mile
from Stanton
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
The Chinese Difficulty.

The prospect of more bloodshed growing OUT
of the recent brush between the English anu 'ne
Chinese, in which the Oelestials achieved
victory, is ''nuts" for the newspaper press, anu
fills these blood-thirsty guild names with glorious
anticipations of q rich feast. 1t is certain tna'
John Bull will not be satisfied until the disasters
of the Peiho are amply atoned for. The prop
ability is that England and France will unite 10
punish the inhabitants of the Flowery empire
for their audacity and faithlessness. mo QUO
doubts" says an English paper, that tne 'nfeo
ships destroyed by Chinese guns VIII % Pai,
for with Chinese silver" And late number OF
the Times has this significant language: bu'
England. whatever the result of her Degotia-
tions or of her diplomacy, is forced by the clear
est necessity to vindicate her position IN 'n0
East 1t cannot be that FIVE hundred OF her
sailors and three of her ships should sink lnto
the sands OF the Peiho without such signal re'ri-
button being taken as shall secure to hhsnsn'
men free way forever over every foot OF Ohinese
land and sea-"
The origin of the difficulty may be stated ID
few words. By the terms Of treaties secureu W
England and France, the representatives OF these
countries were to proceed.to Pekin to exchange
notifications. This they proposed to 10 unuef
arms, to which the Chinese objected. After
giving due notice they attempted, however, To
ascend the river Peiho, but met with stout
resistance, which resulted in the defeat OF the
British, five of their gun boats having oeel
sunk and five hundred of their men killed. We
read in tho telegraphic dispatches that the de-
tenders of the forts numbered twenty thousand
men, that the guns were worked better than
was ever known before in China, and hnallJ
that the Russian faces were plainly visible a.
mong them. ,uo, t4 o.,
The Russians have obtained privileges ant
possessions in the Amoor river denied to othel
nations, and should the Ozar undertake to ale
the Chinese against the combined assault o
France and England, we may anticipate enough
carnage to satisfy those who gloat over the dc
tails OF the wars among "furriners."
The baltimore American" thiaks that tint
Chinese victory may lead to rekindlirg OF tn
warm affections of the Orimea, between France
and England, which have been suffered to grow
cold under late complications, and is probably
''but the precursor of succession OF defeatS
each one entailing a radical and an eterna
change in Chinese policy; and as the most ap
parent result-opening the great empire to TIT
entrance of better civilization and pure
faith
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

MYSTERIES OF THE BANK PARIoRs. New
York Tribune says, the discount clerk of one of
the city banks recently resigned his situation
His resignation was accepted, his accounts in
vestigated and pronounced all right, and COM
plimentary vote passed by the Board for his at
tention to his duties, sc. He then stated to the
Board that he had communication to make,
as caution to induce them to watch his sue
cessor. He stated that, Notwithstanding his &C.
counts were all correct at the time of resigna-
ton, he had, in fact been using the Bills Re-
ceivable Of the Bank for years as collateral for
loans, and employing the funds in the purchase
of paper at usurious rates By this course he
had accumulated sufficient property to meet his
moderate desires, and, having no further use
for the facilities he had enjoyed, he had re
signed
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
THE NEW YORK BAZAARI

NEW dOODS! FRESH GOODS!!
AND FANCY GOODSi!!
just opened bv the
NEW YORK BRANCH ESTA BLLSBl5EVT
AT WHITES OLD STAND.
NE respectfully invite the attention of the c;t;zans
w of Stanton and vicinity to our well selected
and Fashionable stock of Fancy Dress Goods.
such as '
French, English and American Dress Goods:
Plain, Striped and ROBBED Silks;
Merinos, Paramettas DeBeges, DeLaines,
Cloaks Mantillas and Shawls of the latest STYLES.
Embroideries and White Goods of ell classes and
qualities.
1t has been for the last years. the principle of our
Branch Business at Barnwell G. H., South Carolina,
not only for Goods but for the good of Dry Goods
buyers to keep fine assortment of Ladies, Children
and Infants Wearing Apparel of the latest styles and
best qualities Also
gloves, Gauntletts, Hosiery, de-, &C.,
Linseys and Flannels-all colors,
Uasslmeres, Satinetts, Kentucky Jeans,
Iogetner with large Stock of Domestic Goods
which will be sold at
New York Market Prices,
and on as good terms as any house Soutb Our Mr..
.. u. Sicher, resident Merchant of New York will
furnish US weekly with the newest in the market and
by his known experience he will always select goods
which are best adopted for this trade The public are
respectfully requested to give us call before pnrcha
sing elsewhere, as stock Will be found complete
and will be shown with pleasure.
G. L. q d. SICHER,
StauntOn, Oct 4, 1869. at Whites Old Stand
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
The New Methodist Church.

The corner stone of the new Methodist Church
was laid on Tuesday last, with appropriate cere-
monies. The Masons, Odd Fellows, Sons Of
Temperance, West Augusta Guard and Augusta
Fire Association turned out on the occasion,
headed by Turner's Cornet Band, and made q
fine display. James Cochran, Esq. acted as
Chief Marshal, aided by Coils. Turk and Ster-
rett. An eloquent and appropriate address was
delivered in the Court-house-yard to large con-
course of people, by the Rev. J. McKendree Ri
ley, of Frederick City, Maryland.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
For the Spectator,

The Opposition party of the county of High
land are requested to meet at the Court House,
on the 1st day of October County Court for the
purpose Of appointing delegates to the Conven
ton, to be held in Richmond on the 18th of De-
cember next. A full meeting is earnestly re-
quested by MANY VorRRs.
Sep. %, 1859.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

TIE MAMMOTH BALLooN.-The mammoth
balloon of I. S. Lowe, to be exhibited on Res
ervoir Square, the site of the Crystal Palace, is
about 800 feet in height and 1870 feet in diane
ter. A metallic boat thirty feet long, provided
with two paddle wheels eight feet in diameter,
is attached below the balloon to steam through
the atmosphere as well as to serve as life-boat
if dipped into the water. The boat is to be pro.
PEELED BY an Ericsson caloric engine OF four-horse
power, fed with fine coal and alcohol An ascent
will be made from Reservoir Square early in o.
tober. The common council OF New York city
have granted the temporary use of the square for
the purpose.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

The high price of negroes is drawing them
rapidly away from Virginia and North Carolina,
and the agriculture of these States is feeling the
loss. The Newbern Progre-- says:
"One of the most in,ei,- 10. .lico,,~ u
planters on the Roanoke, as,
remarked to q friend yesiei ny IS
land needed more aboreIs y, il. e,u" MT at
ford 10 buy them at presen' ..e,, can any
prudent farmer IN the ola States. What then
Why away they go tu the eug ~ u d cation Ian
Of The South, aud the ag''nuv,al Interests of
Virginia ana North T." ''I - ne >rht i
course. Bu' The ques i" usg ,e--
how high they will GEL"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

BANK FAnURE.-We learn from the AlexaH,
dfia, Va, Gazette, that the Bank of Manassa,
located at Front Royal, Warren county, Vir-
ginia, has failed, having closed its doors on
Friday last. The notes of the bank are, how
ever, good, being secured by deposit with the
Treasurer of the State of an equal amount of
State stock, besides the assets Of the bank and
the individual liabilities of the stockholders
Holders of the notes therefore should not sub
nit to any sacrifice.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

LOST BAILooNIsT--John La Mountain and his
companion, newspaper reporter, who made a
balloon ascension from WATERFOWL, New York,
last week, has not yet been heard from. lie was
last seen at Harrisville, Lewis county, passing
over the New York wilderness, still going due
east and at great elevation. A reward is Of
fered by his brother of 81, 900 for the discovery
of the eronauts alive, and $500 for their bodies,
if dead
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
Gas at the Lnnatlc Asylum.

Messrs. Waterbouse & Bowes, Lessees of the
Stanton Gas Works, have contracted with the
Board of Directors of the Western Lunatic A
sylum, to furnish that institution with gas from
the town works. The Asylum has heretofore
manufactured its own gas.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

CONVICTION AND ONO RAILRoAp.-A conven.
ton of the friends of the Covngton and Ohio
Railroad was held in Putnam county, Va. Ka-
nawha, Cabel, Mason, Putnam, Logan and
Wayne counties were represented. Col. Joab
Early, of Putnam, was elected President. In the
preamble adopted is set forth the Importance OF
finishing the road. The resolutions adopted as
sert it to be the true policy of the State that
such an appropriation should be made to this
-oad at the coming Legislature as will be suffi-
cient to complete the entire road; and that at
least 100000 of such appropriation should be
annually expended on the road until the same is
completed to the Ohio river. A committee was
appointed to lay before the Legislature at its next
session a memorial embodying the proceedings
of the convention.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
Agricultural Products.

Mr. Snead has left at our office specimens Of
his beets and turnips which are hard to beat
Also stalk of corn IA feet long. These arti-
cles speak well for Mr.. Snead's agricultural ca
liabilities. They were raised on the old "Huf-
man Farm
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
Circnif .Indpshin.

1t seems to be generally believed that Judge
Kenney will not be candidate for reelection
in the Rockingham judicial Circuit. A CORES
pendent of the Harrisonburg papers, signing
himself Shenandoah" recommends Jno. W. G..
Smith, of Harrisouburg, for the position.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
Temperance Celebration.

By order of the COMMITTEE of Arrange
ments," the Celebration of the Sons of Temper
ance at Ohurchville on Saturday 9Th of Oct,
is, on account of unavoidable circumstances,
postponed until further notice.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
ss,rbe Knickerbocker,D

The October number of this justly favorite
Monthly is on our table, teeming as usual with
good things. We can cordially commend this
Magazine to all who are lterariy inclined.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
Sale of Hotel Pronerty.

We learn this morning that Mr. James A.
McClung has sold his interest in the "Virginia
Hotel" Zone half to Mr.. William Jordan, who
recently purchased the National" for the sum
of S1S.5OO.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

w AT the latest dates the condition of Mr..
Simms, of Richmond, who was recently shot at
the Exchange Hotel, was more favorable but
still very critical.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

One of Sir William Armstrong; guns, made
at Elswok, Eng, was tried on the 3D. 1t sent
q ball 5000 yards, or upward of five miles.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

A RTISTS' MATERIALS Tube colors of all shades
n and Brushes of all kinds; also Gilt and Rose
wood Moulding for frames both ornamental and plain,
for sale by r. II. TROU- CO.
Staunton, Oct. 4, 1859.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
MONEY is A CASH ARTICLE-Farming

MONEY Is A CASH ARTICLE.-Farming
N is delightful business, man has only to smile
when he feels like it and wish to devote more Of
my time to said business, will sell another Of my
Portable Picture Galleries.
Any person wishing to realize fortune in short
can he had of what has lust been said by writing to
either of the men to whom have already sold Gale.
ries. IN
him one gratis. My address is Mt. Crawford, Va.
DOT 1s5e.-tf D. A. FLICKER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
QS0 FALL & WINTER STOCK 7Q50
READY MADE CLOTHINGl

WE have now on hand. and are weekly receiving
w the largest, finest and most complete stock Of
the above Goods to be found-all of our own manu-.
expressly for retailing.
OVERC0ATS in great variety.
DRESS and BUSINESS SUITS.
Velvet, Silk, Satin and Cashmere Vests.
PANTS of all grades. :,
Particular attention is called to large and well
selected stock of SHIRTS. UNDERSHLR7S,D ORA "
EI9S. NECK TIES, SOCKS, COLLARS, STOCKS,
GL0PES, dc.
call is requested before you purchase, as we are
determined to sell LOW FOR CASH.
N. STOCKDALE & SON,
IA Main St., doors below Elk. Bank.
Oct. 4. 1859. Richmond, Va
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
Federal Court.

1t is expected that the United States Court
will commence its sessions to-day or tomorrow.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

COMMISSIONERS SALE.-By virtue of a
" decree of the Circuit Court of Augusta County
made in the cause Of Hendren Trustee, against John
L. McGufin, &C., shall proceed, in Mt Scion, on
Thursday tie SIst day Of October next to sell, at pub.
lie auction, to the highest bidder, HOUSE AND
LOT in Mt. Scion, now occupied by F. W. Dsyer.-
The house is two story house, quite comfortable
The lot has on it a stable and other out-houses.
TERMS: $50 and expenses of sale and cost of rule
in hand and the balance on q credit of four months
and sufficient security. S. NJ. CRAWFORD, D. s.
Dot A 19hQ
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04
NEW ACCOMPLISHMENTS.
100 ACRES OF LAND NEAR srAUN.

100 ACRES OF LAND NEAR STAUN.
luz TON FOR SALE.--As trustee in a deed execu.
ted by Samuel E. Clarke and wife to me- on the 2sth
day Of September 1882 offer for sale very desira.
Bile farm lying within three miles Of Staunton on the
Mt. Scion road, and adjoining David Fultz, and 9TH
ers The tract contains about l02 Acres The princi-
pal part Of it is cleared and in fine state of cultva.
lon me buildings are pretty good and there Is an
oRCHAkD OF several hundred very choice fruit trees
upon the place, which in few years will be the
source OF large income to its owner. If not sold
privately before Friday, the 2sth day of October 1852
will then offer 1t at public auction, the premises
This property must be sold to meet pressing debts
and bargain may be had in it.
| TERMS:-Enough ready money to pay expenses of
sale and discharge Judgment lien of about $500 In
favor of II. II. Peck. and ]. G. Webb. negotiable
note for 1910 more, with interest added at 80 days.
These sums will constitute the hand payments. On
$500 of the balance credit will be given follows
to wit On 5000 till April LIST, 1851, on 5000 till A
pr 1st 1862, on 5000 till April 1st, 1885, and on 5000
till April LIST 1864. In respect to the residue such
credit as may agree upon with the purchaser. The
title is unquestonable but shall only convey with
special warranty and retain the vendors lien
GEORGE W. IMBDODEN, Trust
Oct. A, 1S5s-Rock. Reg. copy ids.
ID q will also sell, on Saturday, tie 2Sth
i Os dog Of October, 1853, in Stanton, II
not previously sold privately, HOUSE and LOT
conveyed to me in the same deed, known as the "Ba-
ker House, near E. M. Taylor's residence. Terms
easy. 0EO w. 4mDODEN, lruot.
Oct. 4, 1859.
Anthonys Admir-
Anthony &c.
COMMISSIONERS SALE.-In pursuance of
" decree of the Circuit Court of Augusta County,
in the above named case, will, on Thursday the 9Th
day of September, 1859, on the premises, at public
auction, proceed to sell Tract of Land lately belong
Ing to F. R. Anthony, decd. The said tract of land
contains about 81 Acres, and is situated on the Har
risonburg and Warm Springs Turnpike, 2 miles West
of Deerfeld and adjoining the land Of A. LANCE, g.
j. Gendy and Others about 90 acres of said land are
cleared, or of which are good Meadow There are
on the land good DWELLING HOUSE, a Hatter's
Shop Barn. and other buildings and some good Fruit
Trees.
TERMS:-So much money in hand as will be nee
essary to pay cost of suit and sae (say about $780,
0o and the balance in equal payments of g. l6 and "a
months from the day Of sale, the purchaser giving
bond and approved security and the title retained as
ultimate security. JACOB BECK, Com'r.
Aug 16, 1851. -" yt
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

P0stpOuement.
The above sale is postponed until Saturday the 9Th
tag Of Aoeen6sr, 1859. ]. BECK, comr.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

FARM FOR SALE.-I wish to sell my Farm
T in Bath county, about miles west of the Warm
Springs, near Jacksons River, containing TO Acres,
cleared and in cultivation about so Acres of Meadow
portion of the farm well set in clover. This farm
has the advantage of extensive Mountain range on
both sides can be made very excellent GRAZING
is good. / am disposed to sell on very reasonable
terms and will give liberal credit and possession at
any time. portion is now seeded down in Wheat and
Rye Any person wishing to purchase would do well
to come and see me. GEORGE MAfSE.
Oct 4 1859-2m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

TANNERY II have this day associated my son,
i VIM. B. Gallaher with me in the Tanning bust.
ness in the town of Wsynesboro and the business will
hereafter be conducted in the name of Il. L. GALA
HER SON.
Persons indebted to my Tannery are hereby notified
TO come forward and settle, aud those having claims
against it requested to present the same for pay
ment My son, VIM. B. Gallaher, will always be found
at the Tannery and is authorized to settle for me-
Public patronage Is solicited for the new concern.
s5y The highest Cash price will be paid for hides,
SKINS and bark at all times. 81. l.. GALLAHER.
Waynesboro, Oct. 4, 1S59.-1y*.
DOANE & ABBY, UNDER NORTHWEST
IL END OF VA. HOTEL, Having received their
Fall stock of CLOTHING would call the attention
of their customers and the public generally to the
same, hoping to receive call as in days gone by"
We have also fine assortment of Furnishing
Goods such as SHIRTS ORA WERS, COLLARS,
Ora HATS, GL0VES, de-, which will be sold at
small profit for Cash.
Selling price marked in plain figures.
Receiving new goods every week.
~ Goods ordered at short notice.
Staunton, Oct 4, 1859.
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TO WIT:-At Court continued

VIRGINIA, TO WIT:-At Court continued
Y and held for Augusta county, at the Courthouse,
on the 2sth day of September, 1859 :-The Court
deemng the services of two Consables necessary for
District No. O. in this county, for which one Constable
is elected doth order that election for an addition
al Constable for the same be held the Third Thurs
day in October 1852 at Churchville and Deerteld TO
who were appointed and acted the general election
o. / "a -tde VIM A. BURNETT, ID. G.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

GALE OF LAND-Pursusnt to decree of the
y Circuit Court of Augusta county, rendered at the
on Friday the 27th Of October. 1859, valuable Tract
of Land Containing about 100 Acres. This tract Of
land is known as the "Heiskell Farm" and lately
owned by Catharine. Fauber, decd. 1t lies about
miles north of Staunon and adjons the lands of Jno
Bumgardner and George WEIGH, The tract is in good
condition, well watered and with sufciency Of TIM
her, 1t has on il comfortable DWELLING HOUSE,
o good Switzer Barn, and an Orchard of excellent
Fruit Trees,
TERMS OF SALE;-So much in hand as will defray
the expenses of sale, and balance in one, two and
three years, secured by bond with good personal
security, and the title retained as ultimate security
Oct a 1880 ALEX ANDERSON Coul'r
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

VTIRGINIA.-At rules held in the Clerks Office
Y of the Circuit Court of Augusta County, Octo'
her the 3rd 1882 Mary E. Sheets, widow of Franklin
Sheets, decd and George Sheets infant heirs Of said
Franklin Sheets, decd, Plaintiffs,
AGAINST
BENJAMIN Weller, Adam Sheets and Urbane u. Foe,
The object of this suit to obtain settlement of the
standardization account of Benjamin Weller as Admir-
of Franklin Sheets, decd.
It appearing by satisfactory evidence that the De-
monwealth 1t IS ordered that the said Defendant do
here within month after due publication ofthis
order and do what is necessary protect his interest
A Cory Tesie.
Oct 1s6a InHN PARIS D. G.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

I ! 49, p. u. TROUT cos.
Staunton, Oct. 4, 1859.
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*These, and other minerals mentioned, as we'll as
most OF the scientific names and terms used In these
articles are described and eyplainedn the book above
mentioned.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-10-04

THE undersigned will continue the business, and
avails himself of this opportunity of returning his
sincere thanks for the liberal patronage heretofore re-
ceived, ,
He has secured the services of his brother, A g.
Kayser. DAVIS A. KAfsEh.
Staunton, Oct. 4, 1859.
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New York, PhiIadeIpbia and Ra,timor,

YTIRGINIA:-At Rules held in the Clerks Office
v of the Circuit Court of Augusta County, October
the Sd, lS6s,-George J. Sumner, Plaintiff,
AGAINST,
Nicholas K Trout and David Fultz, Trustees of Rob
ert A. Hogsett, John W. Hoghshead John A. miiis'
and Robert A. Hogsett, Defendants.
The object of this suit is to enforce judgment lien
against the Defendants and to subject funds IN the
hands of Trout Fultz Trustees, to the payment OF
the Plaintiffs debt
fendant Robert A. Hogset is not an nhabitant of this
wealth 1t ordered that the said Defendant
do appear here within one month after due publica-
ton OF this order and do what is necessary to protect
his interest. A Copy-Teste,
JOHN PARIS, P Q.