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Mineral Point weekly tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1859-1868, 1859-03-29
yron Paine, opinion of the Fugitive Slave Law

The following IS that portion of BYRON PAINE's
argument in the BoorH case before the Supreme
Cour, Of this State, touching the unconstitution-
aI.ty Ut the Fugative Slave law
and ia setting out upon this investigation, it
l. important % determine whether we have anv
s.tci rates OF construction, In the light of which
Eta ea4 tia, II 3 a safe and Just conclusion in
ta.~ matter Judge Story, IN the first volume
st a, Commentaries Oh the Constitution, on
laea 1-3 leliS It's that much OF the difficulty
tas. has arisen among the various disputants
Sc thi, Instrument, has been caused bv the
Waa.. VI uniform rules, 81 construction. / cal
t.e attention ct the Court to TINS word unIforn
because we SHALL find It used again BY Judge
Story before we finish the examination. 1
fhluk there Is such 4 safe aud uniform rule, and
that il Is to be derived clearly and plainly, from
Sire Constitution itself It is admitted on all
hands, that the General Government Is one OF
alted powers, and that 1t can exercise none
t4t delegated 70 Il BY the Constitution 1t IS
Nsl. known lat they who framed that govern
m-ae. While hey wished TO give II the powers
necessary 10 accomplish the great objects COM
ntsea .alts care We're vet Jealous Gifts strength,
and ended Ia contiGe II 10 the exercise Of the
p.ea.- le-ued g l. by the Instrument
&e nud, Therefore, that he Instrument emu
MIGRATE, is powers ID manner clear and plain
81. l4a-4age viii permit. After TINS eauuera-
faH fasra is clause giving II the general if.--
e. g make necessary laws aud proper for carry
lar Hto execution fAe euumerate powers. and
AZ. other powers vested ma The General Govern
laeat pa ANY a; it, officer, e. departments. But
So lea.eu> We're Tire people aI the government.
that eteu ttls careful and guarded manner at
expressing ~ powers was NOT deemed sufficient
bot II order ta secG~. the reserved rights 1T the
STATES from al. doubg OF question. they adopted
the ienth amendment. that me powers NOT del
.-atel g. JIe United States by the consultation.
ia i..saiat.ea tl p - iLe states, are reserved
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
SALE OF LANDS
Jackson's River Hotel and FARM
FOR SAfIE rs

r pursuance Of two deeds of trust-one executed
i to me BY Samuel n. Woodward. Che other by
Joseph n. and VIM. E. Woodward will on
Wedssday, September l4tk, 1859. On the premises,
proceed to sell at public auction, the above men,
toned valuable HOTEL AND FARM.
The Farm Is one of the most valuable in Allegha-
ney and contains about
310 Acres Of Land.
At least leo Of which is of the richest RIVER
BOTTOM, and is situated On the turnpike leading
from the Warm, to the White Sulphur Springs,
about IL miles west Of the former and ~ east of the
latter, and within Is II miles of the terminus bf
the Virginia Central Rail Road.
Upon the Farm there is large and Comrsodious
Hotel, containing 20 or Is comfortable rooms, an
excellent Kitchen two fine Stables, Barn Corn
crib and other necessary out-honses. The stand il
good one for Hotel, being an excellent simmer
resort, and 10 an eligible point for Store. POP
session given IN time to put in fall crop.
rA bargain can be had in the land.
TERMS :-One fourth in hand or q good hote Al
60 days with interest added, and the balanc in
one, two and three years, with interest from lay
of sale, the purchaser giving bond and app 'ted
security and the title retained ultimate sec srty.
l will sell the above farm privately Between this
and the day mentioned. Should sell before then
will give due notice thereof.
Persons desiring information will address me At
Staunton, Va. or call upon Mr.. Samuel Kincaid
Morris Hill Alleghaney County Va.
WIN. s. 81. BAYLOR, Trustee.
Aug. IL, 1859-tds
IN Fincastle Democrat Copy-4t.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
THE STAUNTON FOUNDRY

THE undersigned having entered into partner
J. ship, are now prepared to do work Of almost
every description that comes within their line Of
business. Persons wishing to patron,ze home man
ufacture of this kind, have the opportunity OF
doing SO. We can execute work as cheap as it can
Be proctred Ct the North taking INTO consideration
hare. One ofthe FIRM can always be found at their
place of business, which is situated few hundred
yards Northwest Of Staunton. we have always
q hand 81 OoK!NG,PARLOR: BOX, TEN
PLATE AND FRANKLIN STOVES
slso, Kettles, Fsnders, Andirons. Wagon Borss,
and all the other minutia to be found ct such
places. The LIVINGSTON two horse ahd Medi-
UNI Pillow, the improved RIVERCOMB, the Rar-
ris Flows, together with all their necessary fixtures
Flows. We have also a VARIETY Of beautiful pat
terms for IRON EAILIF9, also d. variety OF the
most improved MILL GEA RING PATTERNS to
suit different water-powels. We are prepared to
fit up Mill Gearing, Circular Saws, Threshing Ma
chimes, 1fon Railing, ane al such work incidental
TO Machine Shop of tie better class: We have
competent and experienced workmen lii our en-
p;oy, and all work ent ostsa to ot;r care will be
promptly attended to ar neatly executed.
4. }. GASyLR i co.
kpril g. fSHg IF
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
Commissioners Sale Of Land.

by virtue Of decree Of the Circuit Court. Of
~ Augusta County, pronounced on the l7th day
Datid Baylor, Guardian Of Sarah Margaret, Ar
genb-ight, Plaintiff, against Sarah Margaret Ar
genbright, John Zimmerman end Others, Defend.
ants.
We shall proceed on Tuesday, the 3oM day Of
August 1852 to sell at public auction on the prem
ses. a Small Tract Of Land lying on both sides of
Bakers Creek, "a branch Of the Middle River) in
Augusta County, being the same which David
Arginbsght,. decd, resided, containing 81
ACRES, adjoining the the lands Of Henry Edison
and David Baylor. The Land is of good quality,
and there is on it comfortable DWELLING
HOUSE, also small barn and other out houses,
quantity of fruit trees two Springs and an excel
lent Garden about half of il is cleared, and un
der fence and the balance well timbered.
TERMS OF SALE.-So. much cash as will be
necessary to defay the cost Of suit and expenses 81
sale and the balance In payments Of ten twenty and
thirty mouths from day of sale. The purchaser
giving bond with approved personal secury, and
the title to be retained Is ultimate security until
the purchase money is paid.
DAVID BAYLOR, lron,ar.
WIN. S. H. BAYLOR -" 80
Tusv
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
Trust Sale of Land.

IN pursua nce OF deed of trust execu ted to me
1 by Robert Butler, on the l4th day Of January
1859, to secure the payment of three bonds execu-
ted by said Butler, to b. F. Mailman and Jacob
Beck, executors of David Summers decd, Uiz: a
bond for 56ss. 33 Is due January Il, 1859. One
Tor 1888 90 g due and payable on the 14th day Of
January 1860, and one for 1888 50 l3 due and pay
able the l4th day of January, 1861, bearing in
terest from the l4th day Of January 1860. 1 will
on Saturday the leA d1y of September 1859, the
premises at public auction proceed to sell tract
Of land, containing about 81 ACRES, situated
about miles south CT StauntcG on the Middle
brook and Brownsburg Turnpike. arjoining the
lands Of Jacob Palmer, christian Beard and 9th
ers. The land is in valuable state of improve
ment and the title believed to be good.
TERMs.-so much cash as will be necessary to
pay off the lst above named bond with its interest
accrued the day of SALE and cost of sale inclu-
ding my commissions, aud then in two payments If
1898 80 lS each, the FIRST falling Cue on the 18th
day of January 1860, the 2nd falling due the l4th
Of January 1851 w.t. interest from the 18th day OF
January $780, and the remainder on the l4th day
ct ia nuary 1861. the purchaser giving bond and
secu rity, and title retained as ultimate security.
WIN. s. d. BAYLOR, Trustee.
Anftgt 1l 18b4-tds
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
EDUCATION.
Wesleyan Female Institute.

t1,HE Conference seminiry, sfthe Bsit. goafsr-
j ence located st Stanton. Va. NEXT sesaion
begins 2nd Wedns.duy u 8eptessbsr, 1859 and elo-
ses 30th Of June 1850.
TERMS:
Regular coHrse-session of 10 months-Board
use Of furnished rooms, lights and fuel, &c. $15o 90
Tuition in Collegiate Department, 1920
Sc !" Preparatory " g 1000
No charge for incidentals.
Extra Branches--charges for session of ten
months.
Music on Piano with use Of instrument: $4,000
j" g Guitar or Melodeon, - 1000
Modern Languages each, 70 90
Drawing, &C., 1000
Oil Painting 5000
Bills payable half yearly In advance. :. !.
We thank our numerous patrDns for their Liberal
support during the past year. Wehsve been graft
fed at our good success. We cordially ask q con-
tinrAnce Of the same favor. We are assured that
the Institution never was in better lcondition to
give satisfaction to those who entrubt their dangh-
tiers to our care.
Numerous repairs have been effected during the
past year which will conduce greatly to the COM
fort of the boarders. New musical instruments
have been bought and large addition made to our
chemical and philosophical apparatus An addi-
tional teacher has been employed. The entire
building will be lit up with gas. Nd palms will be
spared to give entire satisfaction both in the boar
ding department and in the recitation rooms. j.
PROF. TURNER one of the first musicians in the
State will still superintend the department OF mu-
sic.
For further particulars send for catalogue to
b. ARBOGAST, Principal.
AHos al Tirfv Ruvc
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
NOW TO KEEP CLE.a.H,
Use ROraback,s SOaD.

WE the undersigned take this method of inform.
w ing the citizens of Augusta and Rockingham
counties that we have purchased of VIM. G. Kilgore
the owner for the State OF Va, the right of said
counties to manufacture and sell family rights to
make Rorabacks Compound Chemical, Toilet and
Washing Soap, and will be in Staunton during
Court week for the purpose of selling family rights
to all who may wish to purchase. This Soap has been
prominently before the American public for more
than two years, it has been thoroughly tested by
many thousands of people who pronounced it to be
the cheapest Soap heretofore Known
In the LIST place this Soap recommends itself to
every fsmily for its cheapness and superior ceana
ing qualities. .
2nd-For its being SO easily made.
3d-Because it will wash with half the ordinary
labor Of common Soap.
4th-You can wash the finest texture of Lawns
Musins or Laces without any rubbing.
5th-It will efectually remove grease from any
kind of cloth whatever without the slightest injury
to the goods.
This Soap is made without Using either grease o,
ye, and can be made in ten minutes after the water
boils. The Toilet Soap is made without at cost
of cents per pound, and the washing Soap at three
fourths Of a cent per pound. All who wish to tey
the qualities of this Soap can call at the Nationa
Hotel or Virginia Hotel and get some of it free o.
CHARGE after you Are satisfied It is ger uine art
Gle, we Will be pleased to sell all family right who
may wish to purchase.
Messrs. Kilgore and Pendleton will also be 1t Thu
Yirginian for the purpose of selling County rights
DC. SWlNK Il HITE.
July %, l859-tf
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26

UGUSTA FEM A L E SEMINARY, AT
n STAUNTON, VA.-JOHN B. TINSLEY,
PR1NoIPAL.--The next session of this Institution
will commence on Monday the 26th day of Septem-
Der next, and close the las. week in June fol-
owing. Ample arrangements have been made for
thorough system Of education. The course of
ltudy is comprehensive and practical, embracing
all the branches, useful ahd ornamental. usually
taught in female schools of the highest grade. The
several departments, are slled BY competent and
been recently supplied with Maps and Charts OF
the latest construction, and the Philosophical and
chemical apparatus enlarged at heavy expense
1t is the purpose of the Trustees to avail themselves
and to place their Institution upon such basis that
it will furnish advantages for an accomplished fe-
male education, equal to any that may be obtained
elsewhere.
CIRCULARS, giving a iditonsl Information, will
be sent Upon application to the Principal.
Staunton, July 20, I856-6t.
CTAUNTON ACADEMY.-The next session
- 0, this school will commence on the lst MONDAY
IN SEPTEMBER. The course embraces all that is
necessary to thorough preparation for the Uni
versity or College. The terms are as heretofore,
$40 for each term of five months and small charge
for fuel French (extra) $40. In making out bills
at the close of each term, small fractions Of month
are not included either way. Pupils must be en-
tered for FIVE months to TIE close Of the session.
deductions made except for prolong ed sickness.
Parents and guardians are urged to enter their
sons wards during the first week Of the session
and to see that they are punctuai and regular in
their attendance. Attention to these points is
sent ial to Improvement. Boarding can be had in
the Academy for three or four pupils, on moderate
terms.
The subscriber announces that he will hereafter
be assisted by Ills brother VIM. II. II. Waddeil,
in whose fitness for the place he .has entire conf
dence. JAMES. A. WADDELL, NJ. D.
Stanton, July %, 1859 6ws.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
II ESTABLISHED 1888,
KEEN. BALDWIN & WILLIAMS,

A RE how reeevbg direct Fl ON their own manu-
"A factory, the largest and most desirable stock
of Fall and Winter Clothing they have evel
exhibited, and to which addition will De made BIT
every arrival throughout the season.
Their fret floor is devoted to the RETAIL TRADE
where they are prepared to show at all times full
complete assortment of the most fashionable goods
gotten up in style equal to the best Merchsn
Taor's work and at twenty five per cent. less thar
tkeir prices.
Their second and third floors are devoted exclusive
fashionable and well made Clothing, manufactured
with great pains and with direct reference to the
wants of the Merchants of Virginia, North CarJli-
ma and Tennessee.
Devotine the whole of cur time to the Msnufac.
ture ard sale Of clothing alone, with longer expe.
rience, more extensive operations and other mate.
rial advantages, we can and dc offer the greatest
inducements.
KEEN, BALDWIN & WILLIAMS.
Richmond, Aug. 10, 1853.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
July %, 1s5s-tds.

THRUST SALE OF VALUABLE POCAHON
i TAS LANDS.-By virtue of a deed of trust
executed to me by John Il. Ruckman ct ur, dated
Clerks Office Of the County Court of Pocahontas.
| will on Wednesday, the 18th day Of June next,
On the premises, proceed to sell at public AUCTION,
to the highest bidder, valuable GRAZING
FARM, in the County Of Pocahontas, on the wa
ters of Beaverdam Greek, containing about 1900
Acres, composed of several different tracts, we'll
waterea and adapted to grass a quantity Of I'M
proved land thereon now in find sod.
TERMS OF SALE.-The land will be sold on
credit OF months from the day of sale, the puri-
chaserto give bond and sufficient personal security
ty. i.
The title tb tie above tract of land is believed to
be un questionable but acting trustee will on
ly convey such title have under the trust deed
aforesaid. VIM. CURRY, Trus.
April l. l869.-2m.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
SALES OF LAND.

.~-~~~~-~~cS~>-e><>~7>< ~>>~~~~~~>~-~.~~
GALE or A YALUARLETRACT or
sale, my Tract Of Land upon which Ifesids, -
the County of Louisa, ituAted euui-distant. Sbdnt
TX from Lindsay,s Turnout and GordonsvillH, ad-
joining the Lands of Mrs. Lindsay, VIM Baker,
Uradison Goodman and others, and containing
8 q q "a Q 1t Els,
This Land, for many reasons, is desirable. 1t is
situated in one Of the heathiest and most desirable
sections of the country. Immediately the Virgin
ia Central Railroad and in the immediate vicinity
of two Depots, Gordonsville and Lindsay's Turnout
both Of which are accessible by good roads. Its
convenience to market is therefore good as copd
be desired. 1t being in immediate contact BY
Railroad with Richmond, Alexandria and Char
lottesville. !
to the growth of all kinds of produce particular
ly to the production Of Tobacco, and it has long
been noted for the fine quality of that article pro-
duced upon it.
in good state of cultivation. About go ACRES of
the cleared Land are Bottom Lands, lying q
large Creek which traverses the whole. This Bot
tom Land is of superior quality, and much the lar
balance of the Tract is in original and is well tim
bered. This Wood Land lies convenient to the
Railroad, ard profitable business could be pursu-
ed in cutting Wood and Gross; ties for the use of
The DWELIiNG HOUSE is comfortable.
and all necessary Quit Houses, Barns, &C., are in
good condition.
This Farm is remarkably well-watered. In each
field there is either Creek, or one more excel
lent Springs My TERMS are very favorable and
will be made known to any desiring to. purchase
persons desiring to see the Land, will find me at
home. Those coming from distance will get off
either at Gordonsyilie or Lindsays Turhout, where
will meet with convey If notified ii time !;
nnd any information can be had by addressing me
BY letter at Bentivoglio Va, or by application to
II the Land is not sold privately before the 9th
day ef September merit, will ON that day offer it
o sale at public Auction on the premises at which
time and place. will also sell all Of my Stock Of
of every description, together with my HO USEs
HOLD arid KITCHEN FURNITU RE.
Possession of the Land given in time to seed a
Crop of Wheat and of the House the, lst Of jan
uary, 1860. JUHN =. BRANHAM,
July q, l85o--tf Behtisoglio, Va.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
COMMISSIONER Sale of Land.

DY Write Of decree Of the Circuit Court Of Au-
- gusta county rendered at the June term, 1859,
in the suit Of Abneys Ex'ors, Plaintiffs, Aus
Of the Sherif's office, IN the town Of Stanton, at
public auction to- the highest bidder, On Friday
lhs I'd day ct September, to sell the TRACT OF
LAND in the bill and proceedings mentioned, BE-
longing to the heirs of Norris Austin, decd, sit
uated about three miles from the town Of Staunton,
containing 1Os ACRES: Said tract ofland is heav-
lily timbered, and will be divided into parcels to
suit purchasers A plat aid survey will be fur
nished for refercEce on the day Of SAFE
tay be necessary to pay the costs Of sale and rea
sonable costs of suit, and the balance in payments
of six, twelve and eigh teen months from the day Of
sale. the purchaser giving bond with good security
and the title retained as ultimate security until the
whole of the purchase money is paid
HUGH W. SHEFFEY,,
Aug. 5, 1859.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
LAND FOB SALE.

4 in the county Of Albemare, four miles from
Gordonsvila. and three miles from Benti7ogtio, on
the Virginia Central Railroad. and containing, BY
recent siiryey 1865 ACRES, which can be di-
vided with comfortable dwelling and necessary
out-houses on either half Presenting that no one
will purchase without first viewing the premises.
Will only say that it is unsurpassed by any estate
in tie Piedmont region, for healthfulness and fer
tility Of soii From four to Ave hundred acres are
covered, with original growth; and there are not
less. than thirty springs of good and pure water
within its botnds. Any inquiry addressed to me
at Bentivoglo Post office. Albemarle county, will
be promptly attended to, or will take pleasure in
Persons wishing information are referred to W
W. Gimer, Esd, Abemarle to 7. { .Deane, ESD
Richmond, or Roger 4. Pryor, ESQ.,, Washington.
July %, 1s59-tf. M H. WALKER.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
cHIcKHRIWa PIANOS

4 MOTHER LOT Of those splendid Instrument
n has just been received.
We have now as fine an assortment of Pianos a
can be found iii any Of the large cities, and
LOWER PRICES. ..
Prices here the same as at the Factory, ftor,
$225 to 81, 900.
In this lot we have also the much admired Bois
de Nosc and the new scole cireulst action, which
for volume and beauty of tone, nearly equals the
Grand. To these new kind, we solicit the atten-
ton of Professors and Amateurs. The Thalberg
Grand is still on hand for sale.
Orders from abroad, with references, will be
promptly attended to-. Drawings of Pianos, with
thh pricee, furnished free of expense.
The sistrumeats from this factoay haze un;persaNy
carried the first medals, diplomas and aseards, over
aU competitors in all Fairs and other ploces cheys
they haze been exhibited in Europe and Amsriea.--
The first professors; mechanics and judgss of bos4
countries are unanimous in awarding them tho high
est perfection.
Warerooms North side of Broad Street, near 9th,
and at Habliston Bros, No. 1853 Main Street.
NATH'L CARUSI, Sole Agent.
Richmond Anri1 q 1859.--lv
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
4 NICE LITTLE FARM AT PUBLIC

A NICE LITTLE FARM AT PUBLIC
"A AUCTION.-On Saturday the 9Th of August
! will offer my farm, situated within miles Of
staunton, on the Mt. Scion road, at public auction
vid Eults and others, and contains iO9 Acres
The land is well fenced, good portion Of it plank
and st-and rail- about IS or so acres in timber,
and the balance IN good state Of cultivation, about
There are TWO APPLE ORCHARDSon tha farm
bearing fritz besides about 800 Dung Apple Trees
Of the choicest variety, with quantities Of Cherries
Peaches. Plums, Damsons, Ounces, &C. The i'm.
grovements consist OF tolerable Dwelling House.
Barn. sc.
TERMS.-One-third down and the balance At
such time will be made known on day of sale.
July 20, 1659-ts. S. E. CLARKE.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-26
COMMISSIONERS, SALE.

nY virtue of decree of the Circuit Court OF
- Augusta County at It's last term, in suit there
in pending, Of VIM. E. Hogsett's Execu'rs vs. said
Hogsetts devisees, will sell on the premises on
Saturday, the 3rd day Of September neat, A TRACT
OF LAND, in this (AIgusta) county, estimated
the Hometract of VIM. E. Hogsett, Decd, and
is much thereof as was devised by said. Hogsett
to his sons. John E. 4 Henry s. -Hogsett it lie,
about two miles from the Striblng Springs, on the
road between said Springs and Mt. Scion, it con.
tains fair proportions Of timbered anc arabic land
and is well suited for grazing:
TERMS.-So much OF the purchase money in
hand as will def-ay the costs and expenses Of sale.
The residue in three equal enstalments, upon a
execute bonds with good security and the title to
be retained as ultimate security
JAMES i. sk1aNES.' comm'er''
August S. 1859 1t