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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03
The s.SpartaIs Bana.,,

The Democracy of Richmond met in the
African Church!on Wednesday night last, to
ratify the nominations of Douglas and john
son. The building was densel5 crowded,
and the greatest enthusiasm prevailed Chas.
Irving, H. Z. Hopkins, j. B. stovall, Tim
Rives and other speakers addressed the
meeting. There never has Been held in the
city Of Richmond more lively. enthusiast
tic and imposing public meeting. The
Spartan Band have been fully aroused, and
will speak enthusiastically in November next.
". r. Sttrdivant presided, and j K. Mar
tin acted as Secretary thirty FIVE dele
gates were appointed to tie staunton Con-
yention.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03
nseeslng oGthe Com mittee.

We are requested By tie Chairman of the
Committee to publish the following order of
Court and to announce to the members of
said Committee that they are requested to
meet at the Poor House on Tuesday. the
2lst day Of August to comfy with said orr
der:
Ordered: That Robert Guy, John a.
Hartman, John Newton, Robert G Bckle,
Benjamin f. Mailman, John NJ McCue,
Robert NJ White, James Wilson and VIM.
D. Anderson be appointed to investigate
the affairs at the Poor House of this county,
and report at The AUGUST term next.
A Copy-Teste
J. b. IMBODEN, Crk.,
per CHAs. S. ARNALL, d. c..
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

Mr.. Yancev is asquare built, middle -sixed
gentleman, with decided stoop in The
shoulders. His hair is light brown, and
his eyes large and grey. His face is pecu-
liar. and without striking features, thoush
closely observed it is seen to be the face Of
an intense and powerful man, having an ex-
preston of concentration and a good naturea
sort Of pluck. His style of dress is that Of
a tidy business man, and his manners frank
and unassuming as those of boy. There
is not the slightest symptom of the fanatic
about him. His convictions are evidently
not disturbed for a moment, nor is his con-
fdence in himself by any means depressed
by the vcissitudes of doubtful controver-
sy. In the midst Of the most exciting scenes
he is placid in appearance, and SO thorough
ly conversant with his purpose that he is at
perfect ease. The smile that he wears amid
the acclamations Of multitude of admirers
would hardly darken shade at the hootings
of an exasperated mob. But you do nor
know him until you have heard him speak.
His voice is clear as bugle note, and at
the same time singularly blended with its
music, is q sharp, high metallic ring, like
that of triangle of steel. This peculiar
voice, always clear and sharp. pierces to q
great distanceand would instantly command
attention in any assembly. He speaks with
great animation Of gesture with his arms.
meanwhile walking quietly up and down the
platform. Upon commencing a particular
branch Of his subject, he straightens him.
self with an effort, stands perfectly erect,
and pulls up his cca4 sleeves AS he pro-
ceeds in the demonstration, he moves to-
ward the edge of the platform, and leaning
forward indicates the progress he is making
by exclamation points given with the index
finger of his right hand upon the palm of
the left AS he clinehes the proposition he
leans forward until poised upon the toes of
his boots, his right arm extended and point
ing into the heart of the matter, and then
usually as he rebounds, he throws off, sport
lively as it were, a graceful climax of rhe-
toric, and is ready for the next point.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

DOUGLAS IN NoRrH ALABANA.-Co Jere
Clemens, formerly editor of the Nashville,
(Tenn.) Enquirer, in letter to that paper
from Huntsville, Ala, closes with the fol-
lowing paragraph:
The result of my observations through
the day is, that Breckenridge will be beaten
in this county three to one. Douglas will
undoubtedly get large majority, and next
to him will place Mr. Bell.
Placing no great reliance upon the re-
ports hear daily from other parts Of the
State, and judging only from the feeling
manifested in this stronghold of Democracy,
| tell you with entire confidence that you
may set down Alabama as lost to Breckin-
ridge. He could not carry the State to-day
and will grow weaker from this time uutil
November. The only thing which ever
gave the secession party any strength in AL
ALBANIA was It's assumption Of the mamie Of
Democracy, and when that is torn away
they will dwindle into fraction too con-
temptible to excite the fears CT disturb the
peace Of the country.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03
per CHAs. S. ARNALh, D. C.

ANNUAL FAIRS IN VIRGINIA. The Sew
enth Annual Fair of the Virginia Mechan-
10th of October, and as the premiums are
inviting, tie contributions Of Southern and
Northern manufacturers, as well as the la
dies, are expected to be large. The Union
Agricultural Fair will commence on the
Goth ofOctober, and is expected to surpass
in interest any one that has ever been held
in Yireinia
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03
PAGE County.

The friends of Breckenridge and Lane 10
Page county, have placed themselves in
rather an awkward predicament. At a meet
ing recently held at Luray, to appoint del
gates to the Charlottesville Convention, they
adopted series of resolutions re-endorsing
the Cincinnati platform, and re~asserting
tho doctrine of Non Intervention, exactly
as adopted and asserted by the National
Democratic Convention that nominated
Judge Douglas, and then very gravely RAT
flied the nominations Of Breckenridge and
Lane, who stand upon precisely an antago-
nistic position. Now, we respectfully sug-
gest that this is a species Of deception in
politics which should not be tolerated. Mr..
Breckenridge clearly stands upon an Inter-
vention platform. and to adopt resolutions
declaring for Non-Intervention, and then
endorsing his nomination, is an inconsis-
tency so apparent as to raise the suspicion
that the movers in the Page meeting are not
exactly posted as to the position of their
candidate. Judge Douglas is the Non-In-
tervention candidate and Mr.. Beckinridge
is for Intervention, and the meeting in Page
clearly shows that the people Of that coun-
ty are for Douglas if they stand where those
resolutions place them-upon the doctrine
of Non-Intervention.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

Much concern is felt in several Southern
States on account of the prevalence of d
drouth of unusual severity. In some places
very little rain has fallen since early in April
This is especially true of the larger part OF
Texas, portion Of Louisiana and Alabama,
and middle Georgia. In other States &C
counts are variable, but generally not very
fattering.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

1t is again reported that the Ri Rev
Archbishop Hug hes is to be made cardi-
nal next October He will be the first
American ever honored with that dignity.
Had Bishop England, of South Carolina,
lived, it is said that the cardinals hat would
have been conferred upon him.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03
indicator for the Campaign.

In order to give the Vindicator as wide q
circulation as possible during the present
Presidential Contest, we offer it from the
list of August to the LIST of December for
fifty cents in advance. Let clubs be at once
formed throughout Augusta. Rockingham,
Pendleton, Highland, Bath, Pocahontas,
and adjoining counties.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

1t is affirmed in the Washington States
aud Union that emissaries are going through
the Executive Departments in Washington,
levying contributions from the clerks, for
the purpose Of carrying on the present polit-
ical contest. The funds are to be applied to
the Breckenridge side; and the States aud
Union protests against the measure as EAR
bitrary and tyrannical."
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

The Mobile Register, edited by John For
syth, republishes Gov. Wise's letter of 1858,
approving of Douglas and his platform, dur
ing his contest with Lincoln for the Sena-
torship, and deeply regretting his inability
to leave Virginia long enough to go aud
help him to stump Illinois. The appearance
of this very emphatic endorsement of Doug
las, just now, is said greatly to embarrass
Gov. Wise
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

The Louisville Journal says that Mr.
Guthrie, Of Kentucky, pronouuces the nom
nation of Breckenridge "a merely section
al nomination, and declines to support it. :"
Guthrie's friends, in Kentucky, will all fol-
low his lead, probably.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

We have received the first number of the
Petersburg Bulletin, edited and published
by W. H. PAnson. Esq. The Bulletin
takes the place of the Press, and raises the
Breckenridge flag.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

A letter, just received from Highland,
says 1--WE are for the good of the party,
and are mostly for Douglas in this county.
We hold a meeting on the 1lth, to appoint
delegates to Staunton. This county is de-
cidedly for Douglas. The indicator is
quite interesting, and we can say to you,
friend Yost, ga litt1e more grape"
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

During the week we have had several
slight showers, but not enough to be Of
much service. In some portions of the
county the rains were mach heavier than a.
bout Staunton. It is still warm and dry.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

ST.. JOSEPH, July 31-The Pixies Peak
Express from Denver city, with dates to the
23d inst, arrived here this evening.
/. A man named Smith, of Arkansas, while
pursuing man named Curtis (who had e.
Hoped with his wife, through the streets shot
at him. Curtis escaped injury, but Smith
wife was wounded Curtis then returned
the fire, killing Smith instantly.
The shooting ARRAY between Pat Devlin
and Joseph Laferty resulted in the death of
the former The Peoples Court returned
a verdict of justifable homicide.
Mr.. Hadley, an auctioneer, was accident
ally shot dead by barkeeper a few days ago.
The latter was arrested.
James Gordon, formerly Of Boston, while
on spree last week, shot q barkeeper, bad
" wounding him. After two or three at
tempts to shoot other persons later in the
night, he attacked young German in a
public saloon, and Blew his brains out
Gordon was pursued by the citizens of Den
yer the next day, and was discovered with
a party of his friends in Fort Upton, but he
made his escape after having been wounded
and his horse shot.
One of the parties in pursuit of Gordon
came upon another party of his friends, and
while the latter were endeavoring to escape,
one of them, named Frank Milligan, was
drowned
A vigilance committee has been organic
ed to ferret out and punish the murderers
and thieves now overrunning the country
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

From nearly all parts of California, the
most glowing accounts continue to DE receiy-
ed of the abundant harvest. The wheat es-
pecially is spoken of as being prolific beyond
all parallel and other crops are all allowed
to be the finest for many years, Smut and
blight are reported in few sections, but
these are exceptions.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

The North Carolina election came off on
yesterday. The Missouri election takes
place next Monday. We look with much
interest to the returns from this latter State
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

tits rumored that Mayor Wood is soon to
M AIRY widowed sister of james Gordon
Bennett, of the m. Y Herald.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03
TO the Democrats of Highland

Notice is hereby given that on Saturday,
the / th day Of August next, there will be
held, at the Court House of HighleRd coun-
ty, Democratic meeting for the purpose OF
uniting the party upon one Electoral ticket,
and also for the purpose of appointing del
egates to the Staunton or Charlottesville
Convention, to be beld on the 10th, or to both.
Let every Democrat in Highland be present.
as there is business of great Importance to
be transacted. MANY VOTERS.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

SouTH CAROLINA AND THE PREsIDENcY.-
The Charleston Mercury says it supports the
Breckenridge and Lane ticket, admitting
"that it is sectional" because it asserts the
rights Of the South" aud adds:
That this ticket will be beaten, we do not
know. We are inclined to believe-only
inclined that it will end in Gen. Lane be-
ing President ofthe United States. If beat
en- by the election of Messrs Bell and Ev-
erett, we will cheerfully acquiesce. If beat
en- by the election Of the Black Republican
candidates, We will not acquicscs. We will
counsel resistance. We will do all we can
to arouse the South '.to the consideration OF
the question, whether or not she will longer
remain in the Union-deeming the Union Of
the Constitution at an end, and sectional
despotism established in its stead"
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

At the same time the Breckenridge pa
pers in Virginia are calling Justify for COM
promise and peace, they are denouncing
Judge Douglas, and doing all they can to
prejudice the pnblic mind against him. We
have UP to this time forborne to ventilate
Mr.. Breekinridge's publicly expressed opin-
ions upon very grave questions. There is
point. however, at which forbearance cea-
ses to be virtue. This war upon Judge
Douglas must be stopped. else it will be
coward " in the friends OF Judge Douglas to
quietly a1d tamely submit 30 that at which
y.tu would recoil.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

The Columbus (Ohio) Statesman says
that the Central Breckenridge Committee at
Washington, have assessed upon the various
Postmasters in the State of Ohio, S27 900.
to be paid in for electioueering purposes. =
This, if so, is shameful.
The Helena (Ark } Shield learns that
Hon. Albert Rust will take the stump for
Douglas at an early day. aud other friends
of the Little Giant will doubtless follow suit,
so that lively contest may be anticipated
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

Judge Dixon, of Wisconsin. who was last
spring elected to the Supreme Court of the
State, has come out for Douglas. He was
formerly Black Republican, but not being
able to endorse the course of that party in
notification and abolitionism came out from
among them, aud was taken up by the De-
mocracy as an independent candidate for
Chief Justice, and elected over his nullify-
ing opponent.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

1t is said that many of the Clerks in the
Departments, upon one ground or another.
refuse to pay the assessments made In the
Breckenridge interest. TO thus refuse is
dangerous, when heads of country Douglas
Postmasters are daily falling into the bas-
ket.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

A full Douglas electoral ticket has been
chosen for the State of Tennessee. w. H
Polk and H NJ Waterson were chosen as
Electors at large.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03
The Politicians and the People.

The politicians of the country who have
undertaken to manage the great Democratic
party and introduce new tests of party fealty,
will be taught LESION in the Presidential
campaign which will prevent them hereafter
from assuming to net and think for those
who are the real guardians of American
American people. They will
be taught that the Democratic creed is linn
tied by lines which canuot.be transgressed
at pleasure by the madness Of fanaticism or
the hatred and jealousy Of ambitious as
pirants, and unscrupulous Office holders
They will be taught, that public spoils and
public plumber, whilst they may govern
the action and control the sentiments of un-
worthy oficials-an policemen, have no pow
er to influence the opinions Of the patriotic
public.
That most miserable conjunction Of Yam
cey excitability and administrative power,
introduced on the one hand for the purpose
of precipitating a revolution of the "cotton
States" and, on the other, to serve The vim
dictiye malice Of James Buchanan against
has superior in patriotism and intellect, will
fall to pieces beneath the rod of public in
dighation, and Che Demo cratic numbers,
free from the communicating influence Of
disunion Tfs,ror or political jugglery, will
still bear alott in triumph the banner Of ma
tional patriotism, every fold radiant with
the light of liberty and hope
The great Democratic party and this glo-
rious Union will survive unframed the shock
Of fanatical assault and malicious revenge
The despotic reign Of Buchanan will come
to an inglorious end, the desperate madness
Of William L. Yancey will be broken against
the walls of Southern conservatism, and the
fendish schemes of Black Republican trea-
son crushed beneath the power of popular
will, whilst fresh in its pristine beauty
and purity as the immutable principle OF
Justice from which it springs, Democratic
faith and Democratic influence will continue
to inspire the hearts and control the destinies
of the american people.
The reign and rule of trading politicians
is over The people-the true depository
Of all power in republican government
will exercise their authority for the protec-
tion of free institutions and tlseir own safety
by the triumphant election of STEP len
A DOUGLAS to Che Presldencr
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

4 I1Trrs DIrF1cuLrrY.-Th Laclede
ONO, Journal regrets to learn" that a
little difficulty occurred at d horse race
on Foz Greek, Douglas county, Missouri,
the results Of which are Stunned up as fol-
lows WIN. W. Gideon, a citizen of Wright
county, was shockingly and brutally beaten
over the head with CUR, by Jack Aslap.
until life was extinct. Arthur Neal was fla
tally stabbed William Neal, Isaac Davis
and Joseph Todd were knocked down and
severely injured; man named Teterick had
his head split open. Jack Aslup was knock
ed down, William Aslup's jaw was broken,
another Aslup had his arm broken and his
lead badly bruised, and man named Da-
Wis was shot through the hand and wrist.
although not participating in the "listle diff
fculty." These men," adds the Journal,
chad lorg lived neighbors and friends"
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03
important Land Case.

The Valley Star. published at Kanawha
Court house, Va, says:
4 A special term of the United States Court
for the Western District OF Virginia, COM
menced at this place on Wednesday last,
Judge John w. Brockenbrough presiding
The Court is engaged in the trial of an ac-
ton Of ejectment brought by Henry J..
Whitehouse and others, plaintiffs, against
Robert T. Harry and others, defendants, to
recover 100, 600 acres of valuable mineral
land, lying principally in the adjoining
county Of Putnam. The counsel engaged
in the trial of the cause are Messrs. B. H.
Smith, G. W. Summers, Nicholas Fitzhugh,
JIG Newman, for the plaintiffs; and Messrs.
Andrew Parks, J. L. Fry, J. H. Brown,
w. S. Summers, for defendants. Tho 100,-
900 acres of land in controversy was gran
ted by the Commonwealth to Samuel Hol-
ligsworth by patent in 1896, and the plain
tiffs claim under irregular chain of title from
the patentee to themselves. The defend
ants, who number between one hundred and
fifty and two hundred, claim under Junior
grants, entries or surveys. Ihelandin cor.
troversy, in its present cohdition, is cstima-
ted to be worth not less than two millions
of dollars. 1t is said to be one of the finest
bodies of coal land in the Union, and to q.
bound in iron ore and other valuable mine
rails. The plaintiffs conclude their testimony
to-day, and the defendants commence theirs.
We refrain, at present, from any expression
Of opinion as to the probable result of the
case. We expect to be able to announce the
verdict Of the jury next week.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03
Baltimore Conferences

The Presiding Elders Of the Baltimore
Conference, accompanied by one delegate
each, Except the Presiding Elder Of Balti-
more District who had two delegates, net
in this place on Wednesday last. to consult
upon the condition Of the Church and the
expediency Of calling Convention Ct lay
men and ministers to determine the question
Of continuing their ecclesiastical connection
with the General Conference of the NJ. b.
Church.
The following is about The substance Of
their conference. The exact action is not
known, as the session was held in secret:
The Quarterly Conferences were request
ed to elect one lay delegate fer each preach
er, who shall meet in Staunton on the LIST
Tuesday of the Conference, and who shall,
in connection with the Conference, decide
ultimately upon those questions which now
disturb the Church.
The Conference will hold its annual seq
sion in this place next March We antici-
pate interesting, exciting and important &C
ton by this body on that occasion, which
will necessarily have a controlling influence
over the destiny of Methodism in this por-
ton Of Virginia
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

The travel to the Springs is daily increas-
ing. The number of visitors to the noun
tains is almost unprecedented
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

PouITIcAL. "A Democratic meeting wa
held in Norfolk, Va, Tuesday night. and
$50 delegates appointed to the Charlottes-
vile Convention. Among the speakers was
0. Jennings Wise. of Richmond, who sta
ted that his fathers absence was caused en-
tirely by severe illness and that he would.
as soon as relieved from his present indispo-
sition, raise his voice in vndication Of the
claims of Breckenridge and Lane.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

The Chariot tesville Jeffersonian is trying
to hatch a complaint against Staunton, and
takes as pretext the fact that the passen-
gers on the Central Road dine at this place
going west. and remain here all night going
east, greatly to the annoyance Of the Hotel
Keepers in Charlottesville. We are surpri-
sed at Uncle A lee. Does he not know that
Charlottesville is nothing more than re-
spectacle turnout as compared with Staun-
ton. Nature has done more for the City Of
Staunton, than for the hamlet of Cbarlottes
Vile. located near the University: If Char
lottesviile were here and Staunton where
Charlottesville is, then this apparent favor
itism would not strike our friend SO forc:-
bly,. Be charitable, friend, Alex. Don't
chick against the pricks," for you cannot
alter the nature Of the case The Central
company are doing the best they can, and
it does not become our venerable cotempo-
rary to complain.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

Mr. Buchanan in his recent stump speech
indicating his preference for Mr.. Breckin-
ridge as his successor, said that neither
Breckenridge Or Douglas was the regular
nominees, and that every Democrat was at
liberty to choose between them, without
having his Democracy questioned. This is
what he breaches. But the moment he finds
one of his appointees exercising the privilege
thus graciously granted in words by him, in
favor of Douglas, that moment is he decapi-
tated. He breaches one thing and practices
another Support of Douglas is considered
by him disqualification for Office. -
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-08-03

Our City fathers. we are pleased to an
nounce. have at last directed their attention
to the condition of Hills Pump, and it is
now in good order.
We wish also to remind them that the
Bridge at the Market-house, and the plank
walk leading past the residence Of Adams
Lushbaugh, Esq, are SO much out of repair
that there rs fine prospect for the Corpora
tion to be charged with the broken leg of
an animal or human being. A word Of
warning, we suppose,is sufficient.