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Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22

re- We call attention to the adver tise-
ment Of Real Estate Agency by Messrs r.
NJ. Guy and L. Waddell. jr. The idea Of
establishing such an agency is new for
Staunton, but we think very good one =
Mr.. Guy is well known in this county as
an honorable gentleman, and We can assure
any one who may wish to place their bust
ness in his hands, that it will be promptly
and well attended to. Mr.. Waddell is we'll
known as the junior editor of the "Spec-
tator." We feel great hesitation in recon-
mending Know Nothing editor to the pub
Ii G, but We will venture the assertion that
the one in question has reached the highest
stage Of honesty and intelligence to which
Know Nothiugism is capable. We do hope
the prevailing prejudice against his calling
will not impair his personal prosperity.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
Wesleyan Female Institute.


TINE Conference Seminary, Of the Bait. Confer
j. ence located at Staunton. Va. Next session
begins End Wednesday in September, 1859 and clo-
SEES 3Oth of June 1860.
TER MS.
Regular c0urse-session of 10 mouths-Board !,
use Of furnished rooms, lights and fuel, &c. $50 90
Tuition in Collegiate Department, 1000
4" :" Preparatory " /" 1000
No charge for incidentals.
Extra Rranches--charges for session of ten
months.
Music on Piano with use of instrument. $50. 90
es g Guitar or MeIodeon, " 1000
Modern Languages each, 1000
Drawing, &C., 1000
Oil Painting, 100
Bills payable half yearly in advance.
We thank our numerous patrons for their liberal
support during the past year. We have been graft
fed at our good success. We cordially ask con
tnuance of the same favor We are assured that
the Institution never was in better condition to
give satisfaction to those who entrust their daugh
tiers to 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. No pains will be
spared to give entire satisfaction both in the boar
+ PROF. TURNER one nf the first musicians in the
sic.
For further particulars send for catalogue to
B. ARBOGAST, Principal.
Ct,rotcr Yul -. I259-6ws
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
distractions.

People have been in the habit so long Of
settling to their own satisfaction every diff
ficult question rising out of the slavery is
sue by pronouncing it an ''empty abstrac-
tion," until at length the expression has
passed into common phrase of stereotyped
wisdom, lulling the South to an unnatural
and dangerous repose. g
Did the good people who, on every occa-
sion, are SO eager thus to lay at rest ques-
ton which many men, great and small,
have considered both substantial and vital,
ever ask themselves what an abstraction is
Do they remember that they have but an
abstract right to life, until it is assailed p
Do they not forget that they hold their
property. Of any kind, only by an abstract
right until is interfered with by some per-
son or persons? In word, are they not
aware that they enjoy life, liberty and prop
erty only as an abstract right, until. being
interfcred with, it becomes living, SUBJ
stantial claim Apply this principle to
the question which now agitates the po-
litical world, and the myth which mystify-
ing compromisers have thrown around this
issue is at once dispelled. We have, as We
contend and the compromisers acknowledge,
the same abstract right to protection for our
slave property in the territories which we
have to protection for our lives, liberty and
property here in Virginia. As long as this
fact is conceded by the world, we are con-
tent to let the thing rest as an abstraction
but when powerful party, like the COM
bined Black Republicans and squatter SOW
ereignty advocates, deny that right, and
threaten to follow up their denial by an o.
pen and fatal attack upon it, then that which
was before an abstraction is converted into
living, substantial, all-absorbing princi-
pie, for which its advocates ought and will
contend to the bitter end.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
Staunton July %, 1859.

CTAUNTON ACADEMY.--The next session
~ I, this school will'commence on the lst MONDAY
IN SEPTEMBER. The course embraces all that is
necessary to a thorough preparation for the Uni
versty 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 the close of the session.
No deductions made except for prolonged sickness.
Parents and guardians urged to enter their
sons wards during the first week of the session.
and to see that they are punctual and regular in
their attendance. Attention to these points is es
sent ial to improvement. Boarding can be had in
the Academy for three or four pupils, on moderate
terms.
The subscriber announces that he viii hereafter
be assisted by his brother VIM. H. III. waddell
in whose fitness for the place he has entire conf
dence. JAMES. A. WADDELL. n. d.
Stanton, July %, 1889 6ws.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
ARMoRY HALL,
"CcNTINRNTAL MORGAN GUARD,
IS Winchester. July 9th 80

winchester, duly 9th, N50.
Knowing how feebly any resolutions we
may adopt will express the real pleasure of
our late visit to the West Augusta Guard"
of Staunton yet deenaing this the only meth
cd atou command by which we can convey
to them and their generous fellow-citizens,
ourhigh appreciation Of their cordial hospi>
tality--it is therefore
Resolved, /. That we offer our sincere
thanks to Capt. Baylor and his noble COM
pany for their. continued exertions in our
behalf, assuring them that the entire time
we spent with them was one continued round
Of pleasure.
2. That we are truly grateful to the warm
hearted citizens Of Staunton for the kind
ness extended to US, and for the many en-
tertainments given u.s. Col. Opie, Gen.
Hartman, Mr.. Skinner, Dr. Stribling, the
Superintendents of the Insane Hospital and
the Deaf, Dumb and Blind Institution, we
must particularly mention and thank. May
the Old Dominion ever have such worthy
supporters Of her ancient hospitable name.
3. That to the ladies' bless them,
with our hands upon our hearts-we thank
them for the smiles and favors it was our
good fortune to receive, and at the same
time assure them that many poor soldier,
who had stood the battles on other occa-
sions, threw down their arms and yielded
TO- the bright eyes and fair faces of the love-
ly daughters of Staunton.
4. That to our brother soldiers of the
Monticello Guard. who We had the good
fortune Of meeting with, we. give three
cheers and,a tiger. May they soon be with
US in our time honored town.
5. To DR.. j. w. Rice, the President of
the Valley Turnpike Company,-one who
ever knows how to appreciate the wants OF
soldier on long march--we extend many
thanks for the delightful treat and fine din
ner he gave us on our way to and from
Staunton, and assure him that each and
every member of the Continentals will ever
cherish his memory and appreciate his kind
ness and to DR.. and Gen. Meem we return
our thanks for the delightful repast they
had prepared for us.
6. That copy of these resolutions b.
sent to Capt Baylor, and request that they
shall be published in the papers of Staun
ton, Charlottesville and New Market.
MAJ B. b. WASHINGTON,
Capt J. w. HAYNES,
I LIEUT.. LEWIS BARLEY,
g JOHN BRIEFLY,
! ;" D. FAGAN,
! Committee.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
Lighti.g Up the Town.

Some how or other we have neglected
heretofore to notice the determination of our
City Fathers" to light up the town with
gas.
We are delighted at this, and congratu-
late our citizens on the opportunity they
will soon have to walk the streets of dark
nights without imminent risk Of breaking
necks or limbs
We think the town owes lasting debt Of
gratitude to Messrs. Waterhouse & Bowes.
the gentlemanly. liberal contractors.
for the energetic manner in which they have
prosecuted this work.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
Vim dicator Accounts.

All che accounts Of the indicator, made
mp to the LIST Of July, 1859. have been plac-
ed in the hands of Mr.. R. NJ. Guy, who
-oan always be found in the room Of the old
Bell Tavern occupied by the gas estab-
lishment of Messrs. Waterhouse & Bowes:
All receipts given by him will be good a.
gainst US. We hope all those persons know
ing themselves to be indebted to US will ell
Cher call on us at the Vindicator Office, or
Mr.. GUY. and settle
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22

.Chesterfeld January 8, 1857.
MsssRs. Dow d Co..-Gentlemen A short
time since my horse caught his leg in the facing OF
the doo-. and sprained it very badly. Having heard
your TURF OIL spoken ofin such high terms, I
concluded it fine opportunity to try its efica-
cy, so procured bottle, and only applied it
twice, and it made permanent cure Of him.
short time after that one of my servant boys was
using drawing knife, and by some mischance cut
the hand. Immediately applied your TURF OIL
and in very short time (almost miraculous) ii was
entirely healed. now keep it constantly on hard
for think it is one of the best family medicines
farmer can keep You can this you deem
proper. JNO. i. GRESHAM.
For sale in Staunton by p H. Trout Co.,
and II. s. EIoHELRERaER e BRo., Druggists.
DOVE Il CO., Sole Proprietors, :
Sent. IS, lS58.-ce2wlv. Richmond, Va.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
Newspaper Pirates.

We have no objection to persons coming
into our Office and reading our exchanges,
or even, with our knowledge. borrowing
some of the papers, but there is species
of land sharks who make business of car
rying off papers from printing Offices, and
the worst Of it is, they are not content with
any but the most interesting, which, Of
course, are the most valuable to the editor.
We hope this hint will be sufficient, and
this 'inhuman traffic" will cease.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
Storm.

A terrific storm, accompanied by an un-
usual amount Of thunder and lightning,
passed over Staunton on Friday last. Mr..
E. M. Cushing's house was struck by the
but no farther damage done than
a hearty scare to himself and family. We
regret to learn that valuable young negro
man belonging to Mr.. Washington Swoope
was struck dead by stroke Of lightning
carly in the evening.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22

Thomas n. Campbell declines becoming
a candidate for the seat in Congress made
vacant by the death Of Mr.. Goode. Mr..
Pryor steps into the ring with the following
card:
PETERSBURG. July 16, 1859.
To the Editors ofthe Press: .s
DEAR S1R-It is not many days since
addressed communication to your paper,
de6nitively declining to enter the canvass
for the vacant seat in Congress. was i'm
PEELED to this step, which I spontaneously
assumed by the anticipation that very near
friend and relative was a candidate for the
Office. That gentleman has exhibited to me
card, wherein from motives Of private in
terest and a generous spirit Of self-denial, he
announces his refusal to be brought forward
for the place. am now at liberty to re-
spond to the solicitations OF numerous friends
and accordingly beg you to inform the vo-
tiers of the district, through the columns Of
your paper that am candidate for Con-
gress. propose to meet the people in pub
lie assembly, and to give them an explana-
ton of my views on the political issues Of
the day.
Very respectfully,
ROGER A. PRYOR.
To s. B. PAUL, ESQ.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
The Federal Court.

The Federal Court, which has been sit
ting in Staunton for the past two weeks,
trying the land cases known as the Jarvis
Cases." adjourned to its regular term in
October, in consequence Of the parties not
being prepared for trial. One of the cases
was decided in favor Of the Plaintiff.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
b, AKBUGAST, Princlpal.
Staunton, July ~, IS59-6ws.

Il Frs IN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS
Capt II. E. Smith, of the Magnolia Agricultural
Implement Works, Philadelphia, Pa, has on exhi-
bition few doors above the Virginia Hotel Ma
chine called the Great Western Corn Shelter and
also combined Grain Fan and Corn Shelter, Pat
ented in 1859. These Machines worthy the
attention of the public, and they earnestly so
licted to call and see them operate.
Staunton, July %, 1859-tf
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22

~ We have hitherto neglected to no.
tice the appearance Of the Morning News"
handsome daily, published in the city of
Richmond. by Crockett & Gary. It is
penny paper. conducted on the cash princi-
pie, and will compare favorably, in all the
essentials of successful daily, with any
other paper ef tho same character in the
State.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22

% We would call attention to the adver-
tbs ement of Messrs Swink & Hite. We
have tried their Soap, and can without hes
itation recommend it to our readers.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22

THE HARVEST. accounts from this
and adjacent States intimate prosperous
yield for the happy, though careful farmers.
The wheat crops are Of first rate quality, and
are nearly all harvested. Those still grow
ing give signs of satisfactory abundance all
over the country.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
MUSIC STOR e,
MAIN ST., CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA.
FREY g. ROBIN SON

Have opened Store, on Main Street, Gold Pes
Olhce,) where they VIII keep for sals. PIANOS
FL UTES, vIOLINS, GUITARS, BANJOS'
SHEET MUSIC, STATIONERY, ENGRAy-
INGS, &C., AO., and especially solicit the psf
ronage of their friends and the public generally.
PI "a NJ q 3,
Our Stock of Pianos is selected principally from
the well known and most reliable Factory OF NUNS
l. CLARK, New York, whose Instruments have
never been surpassed in tone and durability since
their establishment commenced operations (thirty-
FIVE yeaas ago. We have made arrangements
with other Factories for supply ing US with Pianos,
occasionally retaining the privilege, however, OF
returning them, il found unworthy our recomendA-
ton. Persons purchasing from US therefore Will
never run any risk we have determined to sell
only good Instruments, on the most reasonable
terms. ff rt
SHEET MUSIC,
great variety OF the latest publications constant
ly ON hand Instruction DO oks for all instruments
The usual deduction made in supplying schools and
Music teachers. Arthur'l Patent Elastic Music
Portfolios. Music sent by mall
Orders from the country, promptly attended TO-
G. T. FREY, Professor 0f Music.
J. ROBINSON.
July "a, 1859-u.-Spec. copy.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
Letter from Hon. ]. j. McRae or
UiSSiSSinni,

The jackson sMississippian publishes q
long letter from Gov John j McRae, to
the Hon, Jacob Thompson, Secretary Of
the Interior, in reply to the remarks Of the
latter gentleman, at Raleigh in opposition
to re-opening the African slave trade. We
give the closing paragraphs;
The question, then, Of re-opening the
African slave trade, is merely one of inter-
est, for the increase Of the labor supply of
the South with the attendant increase Of
her population, her wealth and developed
resources, which are the source Of her pros
perity and power. African slavery is the
labor system Of the South. The repeal Of
the Federal laws prohibiting the African
slave trade is simply taking this system
from under the control of the Federal gov
eminent and placing it under the control
Of the States, where it properly belongs.
For this reason am in favor of the repeal
Of these laws. The question being rightly
understood, I think the people OF Mississip-
pi are in favor of their repeal. Hs
I see in this position no treason, no dis
union, nothing but the true interests Of the
South. in placing her upon an equality in
her labor system with the other States of
the Union. The South being united upon
it, do not think the North could refuse
us so just demand am therefore, one
who believes. that the repeal Of these laws
might be obtained within the Union, with
out further danger to it than at present
exists. On the contrary, what would more
allay the slavery agitation and calm the
entire mind of the country, than for the
North to come forward and say, as they
| truly and justly ought to do, we unite with
you for the repeal Of all Federal laws on
this subject, and place the labor system Of
the South, in reference to its supply, upon
an equality with our own, under the control
of the States interested in it. we perform
| ing only our constitutional obligations to it,
It would bind the Union together. But il
you say the determined hostility Of the
North to slavery will prevent this, then
say her hostility to our system is made a.
gainst it as it already exists, and if that
| hostility overthrows the Union, those of us
who have endeavored to strengthen the
South in her hour Of trial, will not be res
ponsible for the sad calamity.
I believe the South requires more labor
I am. therefore, in favor Of reopening the
trade in slaves with Africa. see no diff.
erence, morally, socially, or politically, il
buying slave in Africa, the original source
of our supply, and buying one in the home
markets Of our slave breeding States. II
this yourself and others in the South will
differ from me. But this is question fol
the people of the States to decide when they
have control Of it. free from federal re-
straints Are you willing to give them ths
opportunity to decide it by freeing them
from these restraits
Very respectfully your friend,
| JOHN j. McRAE.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS


DEAL ESTATE AGENCY. The undersign-
Tied have associated themselves and oertheir ser
vices to the public agents to negotiate the sale
of Lands, Town property and every description of
Raj Estate. Lam owners in the County or out of
it, who NAV desire to effect sale Of their property
are requested to leave the Office of R. NJ. Guy,
Brick part Of the Old Bell Tavern, 5 taunton, plat
and full description of property, with terms, &c;
which will be open to the inspection ofland buyers
COMMISSIONS moderate and no charge for services
unless sale is effected.
ES- RENTING and LEASING HOUSES atten-
ded to. K. NJ. GUY,
Stauntoa, July %, SO. L. WADDELL, .JR.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22

r ARGE STOCK OF CLOTHING !--We
IL woud respectfully inform our customers and
the public that we have removed our Store to the
room GU the CORNER OF THE VIRGINIA HO-
TEL, formerly occupied by JACOB PoLLIrz where
we will keep hand, as usual, largo and superb
or stock of READY MADE CLOTHING. We
would invite attention to assortment of Spring
and Summer COATS, PANTS, VESTS, and also
our stock of FURNISH GOODS generallyi
all of which will be sold at prices that cannot fail
to please STEINER, BROTHERS d. co.
Staunton July 8, SO Corner Va. Hotel.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
Notice to Railroad Contractors.

Notice to Railroad Contractors.
CEALED PROPOSALS will be received at tbs
- office of the Virginia and Kentucky Railroad
Company, in the town of Abingdon. until IL o.
clock on the 9Th of September next, for the gradu-
alton aud masonry upon the Fl st so miles of the
road, extending from Abingdon to short distance
West OF the Clinch river.
The proposals will be made in one milo sections
at cash prices.
The Plans Specifications, and all necessary in
formr for those pr oposng to bid for this work,
can be obtained at the Office of the Engineer of the
Company.
BY order OF the Board.
W. BEvERHOUP THOMPSON,
Chief Engineer.
Abingdon, va, July %, ls59.-7t
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22

re- Tho Staunton Lyceum will meet at
the Courthouse next Monday night. A
full meeting is desired.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
REMOVAL AND NOTICE.
NV rpurNnS ANN CUSTOMERS

MILL please bear in mind that my STORE
w ROOM is opposite my FORMER SrASp,
and in the House forDcrly occupied 6y Jno ran
deburg, decd. / have on hand and will sell
them WITHOUT REGARD TO COST very
large stock of CLOTHING, comprising yet
general assortment, previous to the close OF the
season. Come and secure bargains. nss* ~
Clothing at greatly reduced prices. 49,. Ns
Staunton, July Is, 1859. j. POLLlTZ.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
Notice.

WYE call the attention of our old customers and
w friends to the attempt made by several per-
sons in town create the impression that we have
removed our Clothing Store to Baltimore. We
have but to say that the report false, and that
we can be found at the Corner Room Of the Viz
ginia Hotel, as will be seen by our advertisement
STEINER, BROS. d co.
Staunton, July Is, 1S59.-2t-Spec copy.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-07-22
.Ju,y ~, 1S59-tc
h AND FOR SALE.

I'M Subscriber offers tor sale his land, situated
il in the county Of A}bemarle, four miles from
Gordonsvillu, and three miles from Bentigogio, on
the Virginia Central Railroad. and containing, by
vided with comfortable dwelling and necessary
out houscs on either half. Presenting that no one
will purchase without first viewing the premises
will onlv say that it is unsurpassed by any estate
in the Piedmont region for heathfulness and fer
tility Of soil. From four to five hundred are
covered. with original growth; and there are not
less than thirty springs of good and pure water
within its bounds. Any inquiry addressed to me
at Bent;voglio Post office. Albemarle county, will
be promptly attended to, or will take pleasure in
showing the land to any wishing to see it.
Persons wishing information are referredto W
W. Gilmer, Eeq., Albemarle; to 7. I. Deane. Esq
Richmond, or Roger A. Pryor, Esq. Washington.
July %, le59-tf n. l.. WALKER.
TRUSTEES SALE OF HOUSE AND LOT IN
i STAUNTON.-On Monday the 18th day of 4u-
aust next by virtue of deed Of trust executed to
me by VIM. Ruff on the 18th OF JAM. 1859. and OF
record in the Clerks Office of the County Court of
Augusta, to secure bond for $1,000 90 due j. B.
Baldwin Ext of Simon P. Miller decd, and to in
demnify the security on the same, / will offer as
BRICK HOUSE AND LOT situated on Lewis ST.,
in that portion of the town known as Gallows Town
formerly occupied by said WIN. Ruff as residence.
The title to said property is believed to be un-
questionable, but as trustee will Only transfer
such title as is vested in Possession given an
time after sale.
TERMS:-S25O.O 90 in fou- months secured by
endorsed negotiable no.e, residue in twelve months
with interest from date, with privilege of extension
another year on payment of interest.
BRISCOE A. STUART, Trustee.
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