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More Bell Clubs.

As will be seen by the published proceedings,
Bell and Everett Club was formed at Mt. Scion,
on Saturday last, and was addressed by G. W. I'm
boden, Esq. Private advices assure us that 'Old
Mt Scion" with her empire although COM
paratively slow in moving-wil, on the day of
election, sustain her well won honor of being
one of the best working and voting precincts in
the county.
A Bell Club was also formed at Middlebrook,
another large precint, on Saturday, and was ad-
dressed by VIM. B. johnson, ESQ.,, of Arkansas,
and Bolivar Christian, Esq. The accounts from
Middebrook are most encouraging, also, and q
rousing report may be expected from that old
Gibraltar on the 9th of November.
We publish the proceeding this week of the
formation of new Bell and Everett Clubs at
Sherando, Parnassus, Churchville, Hamilton's
School House, and Waynesboro'. This makes,
as the number of Clubs SO far reported to the
Central Committee fourteen in ALL for the county.
Keep the ball rolling and the bells ringingl-
There are yet some important points not organ
lied that have never been behind heretofore.
Where are Greenville, and Midway, and New
port, and Craigsville 2
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The Prince at Richmond.

The Prince of Wales arrived at the Fair
Ground, Richmond, Saturday evening last, at a
quarter past six o'clock, and was received by
the Mayor and committee of reception, that
place having been selected to avoid a crowd and
turmoil at the depot. The party were then con-
veyed to the city in open carriages, but the late
ness of the hour prevented a good view, and
there was much disappointment in consequence.
A large crowd surrounded the Exchange Hotel,
where they dined.
On Sunday morning, the Prince attended ST.
Paul's Church, which was densely crowded and
great throng outside. After service he visited
the Governor and drove around the city SUBJ
urbs, visiting the cemeteries and other places of
interest. All seemed to enjoy their visit. The
Royal party left for Washington the next morn
inu
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For the Spectator.
At meeting of the friends of Bell and Ev-
erett of the Parnassus precinct, held at Parnas-
Gus, on Saturday, the 29th inst, on motion, Eli
Watkins was made Chairman, and Thos S. Hogs
head appointed Secretary.
Mr.. Hogshead then stated the object of the
meeting to be for the purpose of forming Bell
and Everett Club, during the present canvass, and
moved the permanent organization of the Club
by electiDg the following officers;
Bailey Shumate, President; John G. Rusmisel,
Robert Gikeson and Francis Gilkeson; A. J.
Arnold and 7. S. Hogshead, Secretaries; B. F.
Whitmer, Treasurer.
On motion it was resolved that regular meet
ings OF this Club be held every Saturday evening
at o'clock, and that an Executive Committee
of three be appointed by the Presiden: to procure
speakers and make other necessary arrangements
for the weekly meetings of the Club.
The President then appointed the following
gentlemen an Executive Committee:
Chesley Kinney, A. j. Arnold and T. S.
Hogshead.
On motion it was resolved that the proceed
ings of this meeting be published in the "Staun-
ton Spectator"
On motion, the meeting adjourned to meet
next Saturday at O'clock
ELI WATKINS, Chairman,
I. S. HoGsHEAD, Secretary.
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For the Spectator.
"a Card.)
THE ALLEaHANY COLLEGE,

lie ALLEdHANY OOLLE6E.
Although | have heard in this community
many expressions of interest in the College re-
Gently established at the Blue Sulphur Springs,
and although I had as good a right to expect
aid here as in other sections, where it has been
extended by citizens on the simple ground of
public spirit, had determined, from motives of
delicacy, not to appeal to any here outside ofmy
own congregation, who, by the way, have lib
orally responded. But, since the late fire, by
which we lose nearly all our buildings and fur
niture, amounting to not less than thirty thou,
sand dollars, $3.50, OO0,) and in view of the ex-
pressions of sympathy which have reached me
from every side, it has both occurred to me, and
has been suggested to me, that / might now,
without improperly, ask the citizens Of Staun
ton and vicinity, to aid this young Western Vir-
ginia College, which is called to meet such
reverses in its very infancy. Should any, how
ever, upon whom | may call, feel unable or dis
inclined to respond, l shall none the less feel
that No people are more liberal than those
among whom have the honor and the pleasure
to live.
Our subscription is made payable in four an
nual instalments, without interest.
GEO. B. TAYLOR.
Staunton, Oct 4th, 1860.
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For the Spectator.
FIsHERsvILLE,

FIsHERsvHLE, Va, Oct. lst, 1861.
Mr.. Mauzy knowing that every indication
of the progress of the Union cause is acceptable
to you and the readers Of the Spectator" will
give you brief account of the pole raising and
speaking at Sherando, on Saturday, the 29th nit.
arrived there at o'clock, P. NJ, and found
quite large collection of the brave yeomanry
of that section assembled to aid in raising the
pole, and unfurling to the breeze the "Banner Of
our country" The scene very forcibly called
up in my mind recollections of the patriotic days
of 1910. There were persons of all ages, from
the youth of twelve Summers to the grey haired
patriot of sixty; all eager to lend helping hand
in the work of raising aloft the "Stars and
Stripes" The pole is one hundred and eighteen
feet in height, and the banner, in point OF size
and beauty of design, surpasses any that have
yet seen. 1t was raised amid the most intense
enthusiasm.
We were afterwards most agreeably entertain
ed by Messrs. Kinney and Christian, of Staun-
ton, who, though compelled by the lateness Of
the hour, to omit much that they desired to say,
delivered addresses that I predict will have q
most salatary effect upon the voters of that Sec
ton. With such Jealous and talented advocates
as we now have laboriDg in every section of our
State, opposition must give way and the cause
of the Union triumph. Yours truly, S.
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POSTPONEMFMT OF THE MASS
MEETING.

In consequence of the difficulty of procuring
speakers, and Bands of Music, sciM certainty,
on the 10th of October, the County Central
Committee have determined to postpone the
Union Mass Meeting for Augusta county, until
FRIDAY, THE 18TH DAY OF
OCTOBER, (the anniversary of the battle
of Yorktown, that ended the Revolutionary war,
and established the American Union.)
In the meantime, the Committee urge the va
rious Clubs throughout the county to organize
at once for the celebration of the 10Th, by the
appointment of Marshals and preparation OF
Banners.
Distinguished speakers have already promised
to be present.
By order OF the county Central Committee,
BOLIVAR CHRISTIAN, Chairman.
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A special Card to the Ladies',

NHE subscribers are now opening in the fine Store
l. Room, formerly kept by s. I'll. Hilb, directly OPP
poslte the Va Hotel, splendid stock of DRY
GOODS 1t possible, superior to anything they have
offered before in Staunton Special care having been
taken In selecting the goods and the very LATEST
STYLES and we hazard but little in saying that our
whole stock will equal anything been seen In
Staunton. In regard to style have the latest; in
quality and fabric the best that could be selected out
OF the best houses in New York, Philadelphia and
Baltimore
We will name only few of the kinds eff goods just
received-viZ:
Black Gro De Rhine, black Rept black double
faced shot figured Silks Also fancy colOred, plain
and brocade Silks Printed Amaline, Gan entirely
new article, and imported by but house in the u
nited States richly printed Ottoman Cloths this is
also al ticle,
Solid colored Ottoman Cloths,
Chene Repp Popln,
Broche Repp Poplin,
Striped Satin Du Nord,
Figured Imperial Repp,
Silk Poplins,
Printed French Merinos,
Embroidered and printed Merinos,
Striped Poplins,
Rich Velour.
Honrean Poplins-a new article
Printed Thibet Cloths,
Printed all Wool Delaines,
French Merinos
Bombaznes, Alpaccas, Coburgs,
Travelling Dress Goods,
English, French and American Prints,
Opera Flannels, all shades.
Hosiery, Gloves, Gauntletts,
Combs, Belts and Betting &C., &c.
1t is useless to name any other kind of goods, suf
fee it to say that have general assortment of all
kinds of Fancy and Staple goods, to which we invite
the attedtiOn of all in search of pretty goods.
Respectfully,
PIPER FUNKHOUSER.
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The Allegheny College.

We call attention to the card of Rev. Geo. B
Taylor, published in this number. We have NO
doubt that many persons in this town and county
will willingly comply with the wishes expressed
in his card. The loss which has recently been
sustained in consequence of the fire, which de-
stroyed the main building of this College, imposes
the necessity upon its friends of appealing to the
generosity of the people to contribute of their
means to aid in rebuilding it. sThe Allegheny
College" promises fair to be noble Institution
and we hope those who are able will contribute
literally to relieve it speedily of all pecuniary
embarrassments.
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Questions for the Breckinridgers :

l. DID ever JoDn ". DreckInrldge own d
slave9
g. Does he now own slave?
g. If he does, what is the reason why his name
does not appear on the Textbook of the country !?
| 4. Does he own any property, of any kind, in
any slave holding State2
| 5. If he does, what is the reason why his
name does not appear on the Textbook Ut his
country2
6. Did he ever buy slave?
z. Why did he leave Kentucky, slave-hold-
| ing State, and go to reside in Iowa, free soil
State2
s. Did he ever make speech unfolding the
institution of slavery as a civil, moral, social,
religious or political good?
| 9. If he ever did, give an extract from his
speech, and tell when and where it was made,
and upon what occasion.
| TO- Did he ever give vote in favor of slavery
as an institution; and if he did, tell when,
where, and upon what occasion it was given2
| IL. Did he ever give vote for the protection
of slavery in the Territories, or anywhere else?
! -. Does he believe that the abolition of
slavery in the territory of Kansas, by the terri
torial Legislature is or is not such case as re-
quires the interposition OF Congress for its pro-
lection; and if not, why not2
| Is. II he does not believe that the abolition
of slavery in Kansas, by the territorial legisla-
tnre, IS such Gaze as requires interposition of
Congress for its protection, as laid down in his
platform, when does he think such a case is
likely to arise, and what sort of case would
come up to the requirements of that platform2
IA. Can territorial legislature ever do auy-
thing worse for slavery than to abolish it,
| ID. 1t he is not, and never was, in favor of a
slave code, or any other code, in regard to prop
erty in the Territories, how is he going to pro-
tect property there when necessary; and how
much legislation does it take to form a code2
| 16. Point to some speech or vote of his, du-
ring the four years that he was a member of the
United States House of Representatives, or to
some speech of his since he has been President
of the Senate, (where he has perfect right to
speak just as often he pleases, soatbout amy re-
straction sohutever) in which he said or did any
| thing in favor of the institution of slavery.
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H1r the S4oectGtOr.

at meeting of the Union Party of the 9Th
maglsteral district held in Mt. Scion, on the 9Th
inst, Maj. J. NJ. McCue was called to the Chair
and E. l.. Curtis appointed Secretary.
The Chairman in few pertinent and fo-clble
remarks addressed the meeting, stating its OBJ
ject to be the ratification of the nominations
made by the Constitutional Union PARTY to
form Bell and Everett Club for this precinct
and to thoroughly organize for the approaching
election.
On motion it was ordered that committee
OF three be appointed by the Chair to nominate
suitable persons for permanent officers OF the
Oiuo. Inc Chair appointed E. L. Curtis, Will
liam Wooddell and James Karacofe said COM
mittee.
Mr.. George Imboden being present, was called
upon to address the meeting during the absence
OF the committee. Mr.. Imboden, in his speech
answered the charges preferred against our DO.
Die standard bearers, by their opponents, and
then turned upon the Democracy holding them
responsible for the present corrupt and distracted
condition OF the country-portrayed the in
famous designs of the Black Republicans OF the
North, and the seeding disunionists of the
South, and called upon all true, loyal men to
rally to the rescue of the Constitution and the
Union.
Inc committee on permanent organization re-
ported the following persons as officers of the
Club:
PREsrDENT.-D. N. Van Lear.
VICE PREsIDENTs-Dr. John E. Lockridge and
VIM. Temple.
SECRETARY-E L. Curtis.
TREAsURER-Wm. Jordan.
EXECUTIVE CoMMITTEE-Jno. FL. Blakemore,
Jas. r. Bell, Absalom Michael, WIN. Jordan,
Capt Jas. P. Todd, R. II. Dudley, JAS G. Turk
and John Rusmise
| The report of the committee was adopted.
| On motion it was resolved that this Club meet
every Saturday evening, and that the Executive
Committee invite speakers to address the meet
! ings.
| On motion vote of thanks was rendered Mr..
Geo. Imboden for Lis able address.
| On motion it was resolved that the proceed
| ings of this meeting be published in the Staun-
| ton Spectator.
On motion the Club adjourned to meet Cd
Saturday evening next.
JIM. MoCUE, PRHs'r.
| E. L. CURTIS, Sec'y.
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For the Spectator.
Bell and Everett Club at ChurchviIle.

At called meeting of the Union party, held
ia Ohurchville, on Saturday, the 10Th inst, COL
F. F. Sterrett explained the object of the meet
ing to be the formation of Bell and Everett
Club, IN order to be better prepared for forward
ing the interests of the Union party in this
vicinity.
On motion, N. II. Hotcbkiss was made Chair
man, and S. A. Cochran appointed Secretary
On motion of Lieut.. R. R. Ruff. the Chair ap-
pointed Committee of five to report plan for
permanent organization of the Club, consisting
of the following gentlemen, to wit:
Col. F. F. Sterrett, Harvey Bear, James A.
Frazier, James Heller and r. r. Ruff.
In the absence of the Committee, r. Knowles,
being called upon, responded in brief, but spir-
tied address.
On their return the Committee submitted the
following report, which was adopted:
Resolued, That we, the citizens of Churchvile
and vicinity assembled, in order that our efforts
may be rendered more effective in aiding the
election of John Bell and Edward Everett, for
the Offices of President and Vice President OF
the United States, organize Club-to be called
the Bell and Everett Uuion Club Of Churchvile.
The following named gentlemen are chosen as
permanent officers of the Club:
E. Geedng, President; N. II. Hotchkiss, Harver
Bear and F. F. Sterrett, Vice Presidents; S. A.
Cochran, Secretary; R. R. Ruff, Treasurer
DR.. R. S. Hamilton, Corresponding Secretary
And that this Club meet hereafter on Thursdays,
at 6 o'clock, P. NJ.
The President, on taking the Chair, acknowl
edged the honor conferred upon him in a brief
and appropriate manner. On motion of N. 81.
Hotchkss, the Chair appointed the following
gentlemen Corresponding Committee: Col.
F. F. Sterrett, James Wilson, sr., and J. Hotch-
kiss.
The Club then adjourned to meet on the fol-
lowing Thursday, at 6 o'clock, P. NJ.
N. Il. HOTOHKISS, Chairman,
S. A. COCHRAN, Secretary.
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PATRIOTIC SENTIMENr.-In one of Mr.. Bells
latest speeches, we find the following sentiment,
in which all men ought to concur. 'Let pow
err" said Mr.. Bell, 'go into whatever hands it
may, let US save the Union l trust the day
will never come, when it will be necessary to
calculate the value of the Union. do not be-
lieve it will come, if the South is wise and true
to herself. I would not have her yield one jot
OF. little of her rights; but l would have her
make no questionable issues in advance, stir up
no strife upon abstract questions, but do always
what is just and right upon all questions"
There is the calm utterance of an honest man
and noble patriot. Will not the people vote
for Bell in preference to the small demagogue of
Kentucky?
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The Kentucky Bulletin publishes letter from
Mr.. Crittenden addressed to his friends at New
Albany, Indiana, in reply to request for a
speech defining their duty as Indanians in the
present crisis. Mr.. Or1ttenden declines speak
ing but writes as follows:
IF were voter in the State of Indiana, and
believed that there was no probability that Mr.
Bell could carry the State by it's popular vote,
then would unhesitatingly give my vote to Mr.
Douglas, and | should do this thinking that
thereby performed my duty as a true Union
man, and rendered both to my country and to
Messrs. Bell and Everett, the candidates of my
choice, the best service that circumstances per.
mitted me-"
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Note from a Democrat.

AMELIA, Oct. !, 1860.
To the Editor Of the Wing II have been a
Democrat for forty years, and never give any
other than Democratic vote in all my life. I
yield to no man in my devotion to democratic
principles, as expounded by Jefferson, Madison,
Monroe, Jackson, and the elder Richie; whose
motto was ''principles, not men," But times
have changed and men have changed with them.
The great Democratic party rent in twain
and have perverted the great principles of the
party, and what do we behold? Why men and
not principles is the order of the day; and un-
der these circumstances | think it behooves ev-
cry lover of bis country, to look around him and
see that his vote shall rebound to the welfare of
bis country, and can see no better way of do
ing SO, than to vote the only national ticket now
before the people, viz: Bell and Everett, which
| shall do in November next, if live long e.
nough. A JACKSON DEMOCRAT.
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Col. J. B. Baldwin, whose great speech here,
will long be remembered, is to canvass the coun-
ty of Rockingham. Everywhere, throughout
the State, he is in request-and cannot possibly
60 to halt the places where he is invited. He
people delight to hear him.-Aler Goz.
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Federal COurt.

The October term of the District Court of the
United States, at this place, closed on Friday
last, after session of several days. The case of
slave indicted for robbing the mail in Allie
ghany county, came up for trial but the Judge
declined to take jurisdiction, and remanded the
case to the State Court This course was de-.
sired by the master, as there is no provision for
compensation to the owner in the event of con-
viction before United States Court. Mr.. Par.
kins, editor of the Clarke Journal, appeared be-
fore the Court to answer presentment for re-
fusing to answer questions propounded to him
by the Marshal, under the Census act; and
made an elaborate speech in his own behalf, de-
nouncing the law as tyrannical and unconstitu-
tional. The only question which he refused to
answer, however, was as to his age. Judge
Brockenbrough reserved his decision till the
next term, and in the mean time the constitu-
tionality of the law will be decided by the Cir
cult Court of the United States at Richmond.
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An Infamous Scamp.

Some scamp sent us the marriage notice of
VIM. P. Kinkead, of Highland, which we publish
ed il our issue of the 25th ult We have since
posed upon. man who will do an act like
that deserves to have the hangman's halter
around his neck. ''A whip of scorpions should
be in every honest mans hand to lash the
scoundrel naked through the world.'
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NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

A. OMMISSIONERS' SALE OF VALUA.
~ BILE TOWN PROPERTY.-By virtue of a de-
cree OF the Circuit Court of Augusta county, entered
on the 2oth day of june 1860, in the of Pecks
Administrator VS.. Bordens' Administrator, &c. the
Undersigned commissioners will proceed, upon the
| premises, on SATURDAY, THE lsr DAY OF SEPTEMBER
Staunton
l. Inc property now occupied by VIM. Craig, ESQ.,,
as residence This is very desirable property, and
Will be divided and sold In three parcels
u Inc Garden Lot in front of Mr. Craig's house
upon the creek. e'
8. The Tilt Hammer and Blacksmith Shop. now
occupied by Patrick " onne. This is desirable
location for good workman and the water is ahund
ant for running the Tilt Hammer
4. The Garden Lot on the Corner of Market and
CoaIter Sts, now occupied by Benjamin Crawford.
ESQ.
Possession of all this property except the Tilt Ham,
mer property, will be given the day of SALE The
Tilt Hammer Shop is rented until the LIST day of JAN
uary next and the purchaser will be entitled to the
rent from the day of SALE
TERMS:-I of the purchase money will be requr-
ed the day OF sale, in IL months. with interest,
and the remaining "a in "a months, with interest,"
For the deferred payments bonds with good personal
security will be required, and the legal title to the
property retained as ultimate security.
plat of the property will be found at Office,
and we will show the property to any person desiring
Sale to commence at 0 o'clock. A. M.
" YIN Il 4 BELL HAhAAN' comm'rs.
TURK u CUSHING, AuctiOneers.
Aug. Z, 1660-tds-Vin Copy.
POstpOnement.
The above sale is postponed till SATURDAY, THE 9TH
DAY OF OCTOBER next.
s.nt 1 1880 Y Y. n H. R HARhAN' comm'rs.
FURTHER POSTPONEMENT.
The above sale has been postponed to next FRIDAY,
18th. at IL O'clock in front of the Sheriff Office
Dot 1880 " Y n y. ia HARMAN' Commrs.
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Delicious Grapes.

We have been presented by Master Chas W.
Turner, an interesting little son of Mr.. Job Tur-
ner, of this place, with basket of the most de-
licious grapes We ever saw. We have never
seen larger punches of this most excellent fruit.
We hope our little friend will always find the
object of his desire within his reach, so that he
may never say, with the fox in the fable, that
the ''grapes are sour" Little Charlie said they
were Bell and Everett grapes, and that is what
made them so good.
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why Breckenridge did not ANSWER.

The Louisville Journal states upon authority
which, it says. no one in Kentucky would ques
ton, that Breckenridge bad intended to answer
the Norfolk questions, but was prevented by g
messenger who had been sent by the Disunionists
OF the South for the express purpose of prevent
ing him from doing 30. The messenger got there
in time, and succeeded in effecting the object OF
his mission-that is, sealing the lips of Breckin
ridge In reference to the very questions which
they had put to Douglas. o shame, where is
thy blush!