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METALLIC TIPS TO Doors AND SHoss.-The saving 10
shoe leather which the small metallic tip on the toe
of boot or shoe effects is very great ana the lnven
Hon il one of practical utility. Children remark
ably fond of kicking out the toes of their Shoes thus
rendering them useless, and making it necessary that
another pair should be procured; although no other
part of the former pair is injured. By the use OF
or auy other malleable metal, the boot or shoe may
be worn until it is really doue up, and they are so
secure that so long as portion u the sole remains,
the tip will be held fast They do not increase lne
weight of the shoe above half an ounce or ounce.
Economically speaking, there is no doubt Of its vaos
as one pair of boots shoes-mens, ladies' or chs4-
drens-can be made to last nearly twice the time they
would without the tips.-ScisR5stc ADsertcan
For sale by ID. w. hENNED1'
Stanton April l2, 1859.
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SEVENTEEN YEAR LooUsTs.-ln Jaegar's Lille
of North American Insects" recently published
is sketch of the history aud habits OF TINS spe-
cies of locust in which the assertion that they
make their appearance only once in seventeen
years, is pronounced erroneous, as well as tnaI
thev are destructive to vegetation. The writer
states shathe had observed them yearly for TWEEN,
tv-seven successive years. The same is true OF
other insects, particularly the rosebugs. Some
years we are overloaded with them, and again
in others there are scarcely any. Yet there are
instances where the locust have been observed
in the same place only after an interval of seVe-
raj years, perhaps seventeen, while during these
interval they have been very abundant In other
localities. They are, however, seen in one place
or another With regard to the notion that
these insects are very destructive to vegetation
the writer assets that they are harmless.
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MARRIED.,

On the 2lst of April, by Rev. R. Lewis McC1ne, Mr.
JoaN NJ KELso A. NJ, Principal ofthe Danyille lnstl
VIM Ramsay, Esq, of Augusta county, Va.
On the l7tn ult, by the Rev John S. Pullen, Mr..
WV BorxIN late of Indiana to Mrs. ENsLINE MORTON,
widow of VIM. Morton, decd, and daughter OF jas
Stuart. dec dali Of Highland.
On Thursday the 18th inst, at the residence of Mr.
Jacob Baker, by the Rev. ). Filler, Mr.. SAMUEL d.
CRAwN, of Augusta, to Miss ELIZABETH, daughter OF
Mr.. Samuel Baker, of Rockingham.
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A PPOINTMENTs FOR TRAINING THE

A PPOINTMENTS FOk TRAINING THE
N OFFICERS OF REGIMENTS composing the
18th Brigade DIVA. Militia S2nd, 93rd and l60th Reg
lments at Staunton, Augusta, will commence Mon
day, April 25th
sth and Hath Regiments at Lexington, Rockbridge
will commence on Tuesday, May the Srd.
Regiment at Covington, Allegheny, will commence
Wednesday, May 18th.
Slst Regiment at Bath Court House will commence
Wednesday, May the 18th.
The general Musters will take place follows:
32ud Regiment on Thursday April 2Sth.
93rd Friday 29th.
l6Oth Saturday SOth.
At the muster grounds be designated respectively
by the commandments of Regiments in the County of
Augusta. Sth Regiment on Friday, May the 9Th, the
l44th Regiment on Saturday May the 9th, at the Mus
ter grounds to be designated respectively by the Gem
mandants of Regiments in the County of Rockbridge
Regiment on Saturday May the l4th at the Muster
grounds at Coytngton, Allegheny 20.
Slst Regiment on Saturday May 2lst at the muster
grounds ut Bath Court House.
BY command of
GEN. VIM. Il. HARTMAN,
ADril 10 $50. 18th Brivada of va Militia
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THE MARKETS.
STAUNTON MARKETS.
RICHMOND MARKETS.

RICHMOND MARKETS.
Reported forths Spectator By W. d. T0npkins d Bro
RICHMOND. APRIL 20, 1859.
FL0UR-Saes of Superiine, $7@s1A Extra, s7Sl
y WHEAToPrimae Red, sl,5O@sl55, and prime
White S1.60@s1O5. Inferior parcels, less as to quail
ity.
TOBACC0-SuperiOr, S4@619; Common Leaf, 81
@S1<; Good, S9@l015; Fine Stemming, Sll@l219@
SIS; Fine Manufacturing, sl2@Sl6. and as high as
S26A.
RYE-Sales SO@S5.
0ATS-50@60.
BUTTEREi5@2o for Common a4@26 for prime.
LARD-u@18@14.
PLASTER-$5%.
GUAN0-S5S.
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HOUSE AND LOT FOR sALE-The sub

HOUSE AND LOT FOR SALE.-The sub
II scrber will sell at auction, on the premises, on
Thursday tile 96m Of Nay neat, his House and Lot in
Mt Sidney The house is built of brick, two stories
a tailorss shop-a good we'll in the yard. The ;lot
contains half an acre. Possession will be given next
Fall. Terms made known on application to the ad-
vertiser. B. F, HARDWOOD.
Mt Sidney, April 10, 1857
~ Rock. Reg. copy SITS and charge this Office
BUGGY AND HARNESS also SADDLE, BRI-
ID DIE and BLANKET for sale in front of the
Court House on the 30th ut.
TURK. & GUSHING, Auctioneers
Staunton, April 10, 1859.
Postponement.
The above sale is postponed till Saturday It'll day of
Nay TURK & CUSHING, Auc.
Staunton, April rs, 1859.
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yIIRGINIA:-At Rules held in the Clerks offc

VTIRGINIA:-AtR Rules held in the Clerks Ofic,
Y of the Circuit Court Of Augusta County, Apri
4th 1859, Alexander G. Mellon, Cyrus Mellon, Cath
arine Mellon and James Berry, Plaintiffs,
John Mellon, Henry L. Mellon, George Mellon, David
Mellon (fliving, if not his unknown hers) Margaret
Berry, Elizabeth Berry James Berry, jr., Susan Berry
William Berry, and - and - unknown heirs OF
William Mellon, decd.
The object of this suit is to obtain decree to sell
certain tract ofland COZ tanning acres situated in
Augusta county, Va in the Bill mentioned, and for
distribution of the proceeds.
1t appearing by satisfactory evidence that the De.
Mellon and David Mellon, (if living, or his unknown
heirs, if dsad) and - and - unknown heirs Of
William Mellon, decd, are not inhabitants of this
Commonwealth tits ordered that the said defendants
do appear here within month after due publica-
ton of this order and do what is necessary to protect
April 5, 1853 JOHN PARIS, D. c.
NEW YORK FASHIONS.-PIPER& FUNK
IN HOUSER would inform the Ladies that they are
now receiving direct from New York, splendid lot
of New Style Dress Goods.
Robe Volantz in Silk Tissue,
Burge and 0rgandy Fabric
Double Skirt do in all Fabrics;
Robe Tuingue, do. do
Robe Almeda;
Bayadere de lie Motto do,
Poll de Chevre in all colors;
Also NEW STYLES PARAS0LS;
Printed Jaconetts
Beautiful French Work;
Piquet Cloth fer Basques;
Bayadere Figured and Plain Swiss Muslins.
We have very extensive assortment of all kinds of
Goods and Notions and would respectfully solicit a
call. We will sell our goods as low possible to live.
Staunton, April 5, 1859.
NJ EW YORK, PHILADELPHIA AND
lNBALTIM0RE! Having just returned from the
Northern cities, am able to show the public very
superior stock of Millinery Goods, think great
er variety than usual. Lace nantes from $500 to
$500. Ragands for Spring very cheap; Bonnets Of
endless styles, Shakers, Hats, Ladies Riding Hats,
Dress Caps, Head Dresses, Banddeaux, Beautiful
French Flowers. new Hoop Skirts with 35 hoops.
Also some of the new invented Corset Tournure and
Skirt Supporters and everything the Ladies will like
will have my Spring opening next week, as will
have Summer opening in May.
County orders promptly attended TO-.
Staunton, April IL. '59. K. NJ. KELLY.
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Important TO Shipmasters and Crews.

=.
Some twenty years since, was very seriously IN
jured in one of my hips by coming in contact with
the anchor of the ship of which was second mate
The bruise was so bad that my hip has given me
great trouble most of the time SINCE until year ago
last April, when heard of Davis Pain Killer, ana
Immediately procured bottle, and by using II &C.
cording TO the directions entirely cured IN ABOUT
ten days and have not experienced the least trouble
from my complaint since.
Feeling the Importance of having TINS valuable
medicine constantly by me, lefore starting for
in March last in the ship Louvre, from New YORK,
purchased two large bottles to take with me. Whlie
at Antwerp, one OF my crew was attacked with very
severe dysentery; gave him the Pain Killer and 1t
cured him in hurry
On INV passage home, with one hundred and sixty
tour passengers administered this valuable remedy to
ali who were SICK and took it without getting
relief One lady passenger in particular was trouo-
led with bad headache for which she said there was
no cure having been troubled with it most time
for years. told her had O sure remedy, and gave
her the Pain Killer which, to her SURPRISE did effect
the cure she had long sought in vain for. had as
good medicine chest as ever was put on board a
Ship but did not open it, there being no necessity Tor
1.-THE Pain Killer answering all purposes And l
do most sincerely recommend to every shipmaster al
ways to take good supply of this valuable medicine
with him on going to sea- as 1T Is so valuable ana
and convenient to use in of wounds or bruises,
which are liable to- and frequently dohappen to crews
CHRISTOPHER ALLYN,
late Master Of the Ship Louvre.
The stain on linen from the use OF the r b. Is easl-
ly removed by washing in Alcohol.
~" Sold by Druggists, Grocers and Medicine
dealers generally.
April l9, lS09.--2w.
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For Constable.

TOT
Mr. John J. Larew contemplates reslgning the
Office of Constable in the Attn district at the April
Cont and in that event take this method of an
uouncng myself candidate for the said office res
pectfuy solicit the votes OF my friends and fellow cit
gens, and should be elected pledge myself to dis
charge the duties OF the office to the best OF my abil-
~. '9Eo' NJ ar Lea
Feb. 8, 1859.
fEy- We are authorized to announce JOHN Il. b.
SHULTZ as candidate for Constable in the Green
vile District.
Feb. 2a, 1859.
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BENJAMIN WELLER, Jr.
OUAKER CITY SEWING MACHINE.

r HAVE rented and fixed up the room next door to
i the Adams Express Office, under the Virginia Ho,
tel, for the purpose Of exhibiting these machines and
would now most respectfully invite the attention OF
the public to them. Ihpk it entirely useless to pass
any unnecessary encomns upon them, as It is to be
supposed that all who in want, will call and see
them before purchasing, but intend briefly to emu
merae its merits and let their performance speak for
themselves.
lst This is the simplest and most durable double
threaded machine now in use. There is part of it
at all likely to get out of order and should it by pos
sbility happen to do SO. any lock-smth can repsir
it. "a.
Cd. The seam sewed is strong neat and durable,
cannot be ripped .hough every sixth stitch be cut.
Sd. Any Kind of thread may be used in sewing with
it, and 4th-the comparative cheapness of the ma
chine places it within the reach of every family
They are furnished, putup at your houses for the
small sum of fifty dollars. will be most happy to
exhibit the machines to any one, though they may
not want to purchase as every one who sees it work
will bear testimony to its merits: Call then and ex
anime it. j. M. CRANK, Agt.
Stanton, March 90, ls59-3mos.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS.
FOR CONGRESS-,

rEy- JAMES H. SKINNER, Esq, is candidate to
represent this District in the next Congress, subject
20 the decision of Convention, if desired.
~ We are authorized to announce JOHN I.
HARRIS, Esq, ofRockingham, as candidate to rep
States subject the decision ola Convention, if one
be necessary.
Jan. is, $50.
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From q well known and highly respected
Physician in Canada West.

From a well known and highly respected
Physician in Canada West.
PREsooTT, G. W., Nov. 80, 1855.
DEAR 1t affords me pleasure In complying
with your request, giving an expression OF my o.
pinion of the virtues OF the Osygsnqted Batters.
1t is now nearly two years since recommended It's
use to some of my patients, In q verety OF Chronic
Diseases and with the most happy effects:
1t has proved very useful in Dyspepsia, Nervous
Headache, arrangement of the Stomach General De-
blty Therefore let all those who afflicted with
the above diseases try the Oxygenated Bitters, and
their success is certain.
am, Sir yours truly,
R. W EVANS, NJ D., and Drug.
These Bitters are sold by druggists and storeksep-
ers in every town and village the United States
Canadas West Indies and South America, at Is cents
per bottle.
For Sale by DR.. W. B. Young, DR.. H. S, Eichelber-
ger K Bro, and P. H. Trout u Co., Staunton; Jas. Il.
Ross, Mt. Sidney; Waye Thompson, Buchanan
w. NJ. Scott, Covington.
April 26, lS59-lt.
HOUSES ARE CLEARED OF VERMIN
And Gardens preserved from the ravages OF insects
aud worms, by Lyons Magnetic Powders and fliis'
Farewell to sleep when bedbugs prey,
Or rats and mice (confound theml play
Professor Lyon found plant in the interior Of Asia
the powdered leaves of which is certain death to gar
den insects, ants, reaches, bugs, feas ticks moths
&c A small amount of this powder will preserve
garden of plants, and rid house of these annoying
pests II Is free from Poison and harmless to man
Kind and domestic animals. 1t is more valuable in
preserving crops than guanc in making them grow
Many worthless limitations are advertised. The only
genuine is signed E. LYON. Ncan be ordered through
any merchant.
Powder kills all insects in trice,
But Pills are mixed for rats and mice.
Sample Flasks 25 cts regular size 6o cts and 81.
BARNES Il PARK, New York.
Also the Mexican Mustang Liniment.
April %, '59-eowlm.
AZ TH0S I RAGRY GeneraI Collector Rich
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Y Stallion, years old this spring, is -
brilliant blood bay, black legs, name fraSMf
and tail, not a white spot ON him. He hAkS
full 1871 hands high, heavy made, KILL
weighing about 1900 pounds; finely 1s<zzee
muscled with clean limbs. He was sired by the Yer
mont Morgan the property of Samuel Wiley, Of
Canton, st. Lawrence County, N. T., and sold TO
NJ L. Bennett Vt, in 1853. This colt received the
first premium last fall at the United States Fair, and
first premium at the Virginia State Agricultural Fair
at Petersburg.
For full Pedigree refer to handbills.
This horse will stand at my stables at the Virginia
Hotel Stable Staunton, and at Greenvie, one third
of his time at each place. and will be let to mares at
81 the leap Sc the season. if paid before the first Of
$l2 insurance-50 cents to be paid to the groom in
all cases. Persons parting with a mare put by nsu-
rance forfeit the insurance money. Care will be ia
ken to prevent accidents, but will not be liable for a.
ny that may happen.
Season to commence 1st of April and expire LIST of
July. G. w. M0WRY.
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RICHMOND ADVERTISEMENTS.
THE PRESS OF RICHMOND ON
WHEELER &c WILSON'S

WHEELER &c WILSON'S
SEWING MACHINES.
A most perfect instrument Central Presbytrian,
The work is even, strong and psrfect-CAris 3D.
No other compares with it-South
It's no huns6ug-it does all it processes
Equal If not superior to any made.-Dan. Tran.
It's without q rival-Sei. Anper.
Richmond Office, No. 227 Main ST.
r WOULD respectfully inform the public that will
Il exhibit these machines in Staunton, in few days
inc the machines and be instructed in their use The
reputation OF this instrument is world aoide. More
them (27, 0OO) have been sold, than any other kind,
and the present supply of l0 per day does not equal
the demand. Warranted in every respect Sold at
the Factory price.
No charge for packing, shipping or instructions
E. II. CRAIGE, Agent.
April 10 1s59-3ts
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SPECIAL NOTICES.

ssFORo
HERRING'S FIRE PROOF SAFES,
LEATHER and RUBBER BETTING,
LACE LEATHER,
STEAM PACKING HOSE, &cp
- COTTON and LINEN TWINES,
AND FOR
INSURANCE on your Life, or the Lives Of your
servants at the lowest cost, call at S.aoners Hail.
No 81 Pearl Street. Richmond, Va.
KNOWLES & WALF0RD.
Richmond March Is. lS59-ly 4-rF
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1859-04-26

~ offer at private sale that desirable FARM in the
upper end of Rockbrdge, known as the Galbraith
Property The tract is twelve miles from Lexington
and two from the Natural Bridge, and contains 437
Acres, twenty five of which are meadow: The inn
proyements are large two story BRICK Dwell
LING HOUSE, with ten rooms and cellar and has
long been used as Tavern Stand there are also all
the necessary outhouses This tract will be sold pri
vately and possession given in the Fall
~" Address Jas. p. Christian and Spotswood
Christian, Natural Bridge p. o.
April H. l859-tf.
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UEN. W NJ. d. HAhMAN,
April 10, 80. 18th Brigade of Va. Militia.
no TnE FARMERS OF THE Valley.

VI IdE II AKIN EttS Ot The Valley
i We notice that Mr.. Thornton Berry is warning
the farmers beware of all Hinge and Centredraught
machines We would like to know if he counts him
self Judge. We don't consider man Judge of
such machinery he has reference to at this time at
ter using a thrashing machine two seasons and wear
il OUT and he would hardly be capable to put up one
of his if he had not hand that is experienced
than he is himself And another thing we see that
Mr. Berry is Requesting OF men to give certificates
that is no more fifteen than he is himself and if Mr..
Berry can't get certificates of no other than those
whose judgments are but drop in the ocean, he had
better have none We have no doubt Mr.. Berry with
his profession may get along in this country with his
certificates but he would hardly want these certih-
Gates TO 90 to the world to We think if he can
90 there with such certificates We pity those who
have to follow after,
Yours truly, &C.,
April 10, 1S59-lmo.%
NTEW MILLINERY ESTABLISHMENT!
" The undersigned would beg leave to inform
the Ladies of Staunton and vicinity, that they have
now opened in the room adjoining the Jewelry Store
of Mr. John Meredith, a New Millinery Estabs
Iishment, where will be found everything in the
Millinery line MARn En- u; HAGuE,
StauntOn, April 10, ls5s-H'
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PRIVATE SALES.
,PLENDID ESTATE FOR sALE-The

N
n subscriber having determined to make change
in his business offers for sale the valuable tract
called ssLOCUST HILL,'' on which he now re-
sides. He believes he hazards little in saying that 1t
is one of the most beautiful, fertile and desirable es
tates in the county. 1t is situated on the waters of
Lewis Greek, four miles east of Stanton The tract
contains about 500 Acres-every Rood of which lies
WELL and is arabic and productive. 1t would suit well
to divide into two farms as it was originally in two
tracts. There are about three hundred and twenty
acres of cleared land and the balance heavily tmbered
The land is well set in grass, only what is in crop and
in highetate ofimproyement. The soil is remarka
BILE for 8fertiltyand adaptation to every agricultural
production suitable to climate such as wheat rye,
oats corn, potatoes clover timothy, &C., and fruit of
every description. There is a young Orchard of
choice fruit trees The improvements consist of the
following buildings, all of which comparatively
new and of the first order A BRICK MANSION,
with nine rooms; large and commodous BANK
BARN, Courthouse Icehouse, Clearinghouse, a stone
dairy, and we'll of good and never failing water
A more detailed description ofthe property is deem.
ed unnecessary, as any desiring to purchase will
of course, examine the property for himself.
Terms made very easy. b. I. REID.
March Is, 80.
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1859, Spring g. Sumner Stock, 1888.

Io05s DprIHg q cuWM6r MUCK 1903.
u NORRIS co. are now receiving their Spring
Ls and Summer Stock ofREADY-MADE CLOTH
ING consisting of an entire and splendid assort
ment, OF their own manufacture which the latter en-
ables them to give satisfaction in style, workmanship
and cheapness. Through this medium, they only ask
the favor of call when next visiting city.
Country merchants will find it to their advantage by
examining their stock before purchasing esewherel
E. MORRIS CO.,
100 Main Street, Richmond Va.
az We would also call your attention to our new
extensive and seasonable stock of GENTS FURNISHING
Goops.
~ Clothing made to order, at short notice.
Richmond March o. ls59-IY i.
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A SMALL FARM For SALE.-I offer for sale
N privately a SIN II FARM containing 55 ACRES,
lying on the Va. G. R. r., within half mile of Craigs
Vile depot There 30 acres cleared; the balance
we'll timbered and tllable About 90 acres river bot
tom There is on 1t good CHOPPING AND SAW
MILL in good order, and log Dwelling House
will also offer for rent my DWELLING q STORE
HOUSE, in Craigsville The Store House is close to
the Depot Possession will be given at any time
Persons in want of the above named property will do
well to call upon me soon For further particulars
address me at Craigsville p. O., Augusta CO.., Va.
Sent 81 l65S-tf JAMES A. CRAIG.
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For House of Delegates.

rSy- We are authorized to announce VIM. w.
FLEMING, Esq, candidate to represent the coun
~ of Highland In the next Legislature of Virginia.
Monterey, Feb. 05, l959-tde.*
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March 29, '59.-eowbm.
Also the Meyican Mustang Liniment.

IMPORTATION WANTED OF ELIJAH
1 BOOTH. who left the neghborhood of Hermitage,
Co., without any known nG cause on the
fling of him would greatly oblige bis afflicted wife
by sending information to Hermitage P. O.
Editors who will give the above an insertion or two
in their papers, will confer great favor upon very
poor and deeply distressed family.
April 49, 1889
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1859. NEW AND LARGE STOCK 1855
OF FINE SPRING CLOTHING,
Now ON EXHIBITION AND FOR SALE AT
No. Ii9 Main ST., Richmond Va.
l ID. GOODMAN CO. are now prepared to
q . supply the wants of their customers and the
public generally with all the Spring styles of
CLOTHING comprising DRESS SU1rs, BUSINESS do,
Of every variety Of style, Spring 0vercoas, Fur
nlshing Goods, DC. Stock varied and complete en-
bracing many new and novel styles. We know NO
competition in soliciting examination of our stock
which we have manufactured for continued liberal
patronage, guaranteeing in quality, workmanship.
style, ft and price full satisfaction. .f
Richmond, March 20, 1853.
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A TTENTION COM A N ID ANTS OF
"A COMPANIES.--The regimental muster for
the s2nd Regiment ofV NJ wl be held at New Hope
You are required tn give the necessary notice to your
respective Companies. SAMUEL MCCUNE,
April 10, '59-1t Col. Com. of 32nd Regiment