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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
District Officers.

The following Magistrates and Constables for
this county, were elected on Thursday last
1st Dis.-Magistrates, ]. Wayt Bell, John A..
Hartman, VIM. G. Sterrett and S. B. Brown
Constable, Thos Marshall. = +
End Dis Magistrates, W. A. Bell, R. G..
Bickle, Fl. Edison and B. F. Points. Constable,
E. NJ. Gushing.
Middle6rook Magistrates NJ. D. W. Hogs
head, B. F. Mailman, Jas. R. Grove and David
Kunkle. Constable, Alex. S. Craig.
Gresnoills magistrates, A. M. Moore, David
Blackwood, W. F. Smith and John Newton
Constable, Geo. NJ. Apple. -
Observation-Disclosures, G. A. Bruce,
A. Koyner, J. S. Ellis and Jos. Morrison. Con-
stable, A. N. Dollhouse.
New Hope.-Magistrates Robert Guy, s. B.
Finley, Rev. S. Kennerly and J. N. Gentry
Constable, J. II. Bats. e0 81
Mt sidaey.-Magistrates, Cyrus Brown, Y.
D. Anderson, A. Ross and Vim. #. Gamble
Constable, G. K. Hyde. a.-.
Mt. Solon.-Magistrates, J. NJ. AcCue, Jas. T.
Clarke, J. g. Revercomb and p. y. Van Lear.
Constable, J. F.. Hottie.
Churchpile.-Magistr Wm. Guy, J. NJ.
Huff, W. v. Montgomery and James wilson
Constable, Geo. a. Hanger.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
The Rockingham Democracy.

Tue Democrats of Rockingham county held
meeting on Monday, the Dist inst, and passed
resolutions sustaining the course of the delegates
from CHS electoral district st the Charleston
Convention. Referring to the ACTION OF the
Southern Seceders, the second resolution says:
We refuse this endorsement and express this
condemnation from the fact that conceding Gas
we dog the power of Congress to intervene tor
the protection of slavery in the Territories, such
interrogation would be futile of good in any Ter
ritory when the popular sentiment of the inhab-
itants was opposed to its introduction, from tle
fact that if such popular sentiment was favorable
to its introduction no Congressional assistance
would ever be de handed or required, and from
the further conclusive fact that the climate, soil
and produc ions Of Territory determine the
character of its institutions, and that the people
thereof will establish or exclude slavery accord
ingly as it is profitable or adverse to their inter-
ests, regardless of any Congressional enactment
of protection or hostility upon the subject.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
Baptist General Association.

We see by printed letter from Col. Fontaine,
that he has agreed to give free return tickets to
the delegates to this body, only on condition
that IS many as Jioe hundred pass over the Cen
trail road. From this we infer that this number
is expected by the route, which number, with
those who come by other routes, and with Wis
itors 10 attendance. viii make pretty large
crowd though not larger, We believe, than the
welcome and the accommodation which will be
cheerfully rendered by the people of the place.
We are requested, by the Committee of Re-
ception to say that delegates may be expected
to arrive on Wednesdays and Thursdays; and
to invite citizens who expect to entertain guests
to be at the depot at the arrival of the Eastern
train to receive and escort them to their houses.
1t has also been suggested that if any persons
desire to entertain company, or to increase the
number they will receive, to report to the Com
mitsee, some Of whom may be found at the store
of Taylor and Hoge. sa.isos 8s4
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

UNION MEN-ORGANIzE Every cheering
indication attends the noble and fortunate NOM
nations of the Constitutional Union Convention.
Nothing of thissort could be more significant
than the admission of both the Democratic and
Republican papers. When the Republicans al
low that the Bell and Everett ticket will carry
Maryland, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina
and Louisiana-and the Democrats, that it may
have Pennsy lvania, Indiana and New Jersey
it will be seen that, between the two, we make
up the handsome sum of eight important States.
We will say nothing, at present, about Florida,
Delaware, Georgia, Missouri, or California-or
of prospects anything but discouraging in Rhode
Island, and even Massachusetts itself.-Boston
Courier.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
Sicily.

Advices by the steamer Persia indicate that
the Instruction in Sicily is becoming an import
ant affair. The celebrated Italian patriot Carl
baldi had left for the seat of war, with volun-
teer force of two thousand men. He embarked
and was well provided with arms and ammuni-
milton. An additional force of two thousand
was to follow in few days. If Garibaldi has
succeeded in landing, the insurrection will rap
idly grow into a general rebellion, and, in all
probability, result in throwing off the yoke of
the Neapolitan tyrant
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
SaIufatOrv.

AS will be seen by reference TO the "Valedic-
ship of the ''Stauuton Spectator" have become
the sole Editor and Proprietor of this paper
Under the editorial administration of my late
associates, the spectator" has acquired az en-
yiable reputation as an able, digntied and chaste
journal. have too just an appreciation of my
own abilities to be vain enough to believe that
shall be able, SOLITARY and alone" to render
the paper as valuable and acceptable as when
favored by their combined talents and learning.
/ will endeavor to preserve the reputation
which the paper now possesses for dignity, truth
fulness sound morality and wise conservatism.
Since my earliest recollection, have enter
tanned an exalted esteem for the character of
Henry Clay, the Orator, Statesman and Patriot !;
and since have arrived at mans estate have
been an humble, though earnest and jealous ad-
vocate of his policy of Government. In politics,
therefore, there win be no change in the charac-
ter of the paper.
Believing that there exists no incompatibility
between the "U1aion of the States and the rights
of the States" am in favor of the preservation
of both. Whilst | would surrender none of the
rights of the States, would sever none of the
bonds of the Union; for the preservation of the
Union in its integrity is necessary to the pres
ervation of our liberties. With the Father OF
his Country" / esteem the Union as the palla-
dunn of our liberties" and cordially endorse the
motto of the great expounder of the Constitu.
on-"Li6erty and Union, noU and J6Fsrer, one
and insepara6k."
l favored the adoption of the peaceful meas
ures known as the Compromise of 1850, as
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

OUR Ticket IN ALABAMA.-As an evidence OF
the feelings in Alabama in behalf of Bell and
Everett, we cite the fact that at an impromptu
ratification meeting at Selma, in that State, on
the night the news of the nomination reached
there, two prominent Democrats, the Hon.
Alexander White and Col. J. W. Lapsley, adj
dressed the meeting in an eloquent manner,
speaking in the highest terms of our noble can
didates and the mpregnable platform of the
Constitution and the Union, upon which they
stand. The fact here stated is striking cyl
dence of another fact, to wit: that the people of
the South are tired of the humbuggery of De
mocracy, and intend to rally with unparalleled
unanimity to the support of the only Constitu-
tional Union candidates that will be in the field
Bell and Everett Att
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

Nor FAILURE-The Louisville Journal says
that although the Charleston Convention was a
failure in one very important respect, yet 10 an
other respect it was the only really successful
Democratic National Convention that has ever
been held in this country. 1t faithfully repre-
sents the National Democracy! Heretofore the
party has been divided, whilst the Conventions
have been harmoniousI now, for the first time
in the history Of Democratic juggling, the Con-
vention honestly reflects the condition of the
party.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
VALUABLE FARM FOR sALE.-I

VALUABLE FARM FUR SALEs-l Will
Y offer for sale on SATURDAY, the 4th day of august
next if not sold privately before that time the valua
BILE farm which Robert 7. Poage, resides. 1t
contains about 200 Acres, 40 or so of which
well numbered and the cleared land in fine state of
cultivation This farm is of the most beautifully
and conveniently situated in the county, and in a
neighborhood noted for the intelligence and refine
ment of its people. 1t is situated i've miles North of
Staunton, Immediately on the Staunton and Winches-
ter Turnpike which passes in front of the Dwelling
House, and near the centre of the Farm. 1t is one
mile from Middle River, and the soil partakes much
of the richness of the river bottom.
The Improvements are comfortable and convenient;
and water of the best quality In every field the
place.
1t is seldom desirable place is offered for
sale combining as it does all the advantages of pro-
ductive SOIL good neighborhood, convenience to
schools and churches, and fine roads.
This farm will be sold very reasonable terms.
such as cannot fail to please any reasonable person
really DESTROYS of purchasing.
The terms will be made known on day of sale. -
Any one wishing to look at the premises will be
shown them by r. I. Poage who lives the farm,
myself. may be seen at my farm. or in Staunton at
any time GEORGE P0AGE.
Nov 90 1S6O--tds ft.-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
Ex-President Fillmore,

1t has been rumored in various democratic
prints thst Ey-President Fillmore would sup
port the Republican nominees. This rnlnor is
without foundation. The Jersey City Standard
has seen recent letter from Elk -Pres dent Fill
more, in which that gentleman says:
'Ifit was in my power, would at once elect
Messls. Bell and Everett, than whom better
nominations could not have been made"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
American Hotel.

Our friend Squire" Brown, of the American,
called us in yesterday to one of those Court-day
dinners that he knows SO we'll how to get up
We found there not only the substantials of life,
but that variety of the luxuries which s'gives it
all its favor" The fine dinner was not specially
ors conferred on ''mine Lost' of the American,
but was only such as is usual at that we'll regu-
lated Hotel.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
THE GRow1Ne CRops-The intelligence which

THE GRowlNG CRops.-The intelligence which
reaches US in regard to the growing crops is
generally of cheering character. The late rains
have been of incalcuabe advantage throughout
the North and West. Iu Illinois and Winconsin
the farmers anticipate a harvest far exceeding in
bounty that of any previous year. In Kansas
there is yet complaint of drought. In Menneso-
ia wheat and corn never promised better. In
Iowa the rye harvest will be ripe early asJnne.
The Detroit (Mich) Advertiser notices some
very fine specimens of wheat and rye. Several
other papers speak of the wheat crop as looking
remarkably well. In Kentucky, short crops are
predicted. The accounts from Pennsylvania
lead to the anticipation of an unusually large
fruit crop. The grain fields are luxuriant, and
wheat Will mature early. The papers from all
sections of Maryland speak favorably of the APP
pearance of growing grain crops. From Virginia
we have some accounts of damage to the grain,
but even there full average crop is expected
Baltimore american.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
LIFE INSURANCE.

THE VIRGINIA LIFE INSURANCE coMp. Nv
Is now fully prepared for business, and the at.
aention OF the public is earnestly called to the import
dnce OF ias objects This company under its charter
seven eighths of its profits every three years
among the policy holders thereby giving the assured
afe aavanages Of the mutual system with the pledge
S d. perpetual Capital Stock Of and the ad
ueu seeary .nat ITS Stockholders have permanent
dence and economy ''' "A"N' WIFI Pru-
en-, onaTer requires that one half of the Capital
STOCK ana Earnings to be invested in Bond and Mort.
amount y ~ y, nj . - "of'n ooupie sne
Inc cnef OBJECT OF the company is to and in retain.
ing at home the immense amount of money which
goes annually from our State for Life Premiums tn
Northern Companies That money will be ioanas " "
customers for term of years. at legal interest and
Endowments and Annuities granted Life and
ler roc1es issued at as low rates other good Com
panles Slaves insured for year, or for term of
years, ...- h.. ..., = %
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
Census of 1860.

The United States Marshal for the Western
District of Virginia has appointed MAJ. John B.
Watts, of this place. Deputy to take the Census
of Augusta county, and be will begin operations
Immediately. A statement of the information
required to be given by house-keepers, furnished
by Maj. Watts for publication, is crowded out
this week, but will appear in our next issue.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

CRourr CoURT The Circuit Court is still in
session. The cases of Samuel Tooma and Rob
ert Reeves, charged with the shooting OF JAS
Fl. Dever, which were in progress when our pa
per went to press last week, resulted IN the con-
viction of Samuel Tooma, OF involuntary man.
slaughter, who was fined 1925, and in the acqult=
tai of Robert Reeves. The Judge has not yet de-
cided the length of time Cook and Tooma shall be
imprisoned in the county jail Harrison6urg
Democrat.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
PugnaciOuSs

judging from the number of ARRAYS which
occurred in town on the day of election, pugillsm
has become fashionable since the ''great mill'
between Sayers and Henan. Several OF the par
ties to the fights on Thursday were severely
diminished - aud the sscaret" flowed almost as
freely as heavier liquors. 1t has not yet been
decided who is entitled to the 'belt."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
Value of Platforms.

While the Democrats have not yet decided
among themselves as to the meaning of the Gin
cinnati platform, the Republicans are beginning
already to disagree in their Interpretation of the
resolutions recently adopted at Chicago. The
New York Tribune asserts that the Chicago
platform is out and out for a protective tariff,
and the Evening Post affirrns that there is no
nrota nfinn in Ii
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
MARRIED..

On Tuesday the 22nd inst, by Rev. :; T. Hensei'
BETH E., daughter Mr.. VIM. Carpenter, of Rocking
ham county.
On the oath inst by Rev. W. G.. Campbell at the
residence of the brides father, Mr.. JNo d. YEwEL,
of Rockbridge and Miss FRANCES YOU'VE. only daught
er of st. Clair Young, ESQ.,, of Augusta co.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

The House of Representatives promptly and
and almost vindictively rejected the Senate
homestead bill, and substituted for it their own
scheme, which is of more extravagant charac-
ter. No committee of conference can produce
system that will be acceptable to both Hou-
$685. This measure may be considered as dead.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

A despatch from New Orleans on the 21st
says There was an exciting time at the meet
ing of Douglas Democrats held on Saturday
night. A fearful contest ragged for a long time
and terrific storm is evidently brewing. The
Democratic Camp is divided into three factions
The Conservative Union Douglasites, the Pierre
Soule Douglasites and the regular Democrats
At the meeting on Saturday night Pierre Soule
ex-senator and ex-Minister to the Court of Isa-
bella Segunda, made tremendous speech.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

W The Hon. Reverdy johnson, of Maryland,
has lately written letter in favor of Judge
Douglas, in which he declares that the question
of Territorial power was not only not decided by
the Supreme Court in the bred Scott case, but
was neither argued nor in any way presented
for decision. Mr.. johnson was the principal
counsel in the case on the Southern side.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
The Wheat Crop.

A few weeks ago we reported that the pros
pect for good wheat crop in this county was
better than had been known for many years.
Now, however, we have very different tale to
tell The frost and joint worm and fly have
destroyed large quantities of wheat and griey-
ousy disappointed the farmers hopes.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

The Democrats of Northampton county, Va,
have held meeting and endorsed the action OF
Myers W. Fisher, one of the seeding delegates
from the Charleston Convention, in retiring
from that body and joining the seceders Conven-
ton. This makes the second meeting in Viz
ginia which has approved the action of the Sc
ceders-Ricbmond End Northampton.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
MAGNUS S. CEASE

NTOULD respectfully call the attention of the cit-
w of Staunton and vicinity to his large and
tirey stock of SPRING GOODS. which he is now
receiving and opening consisting of Wate Sugar and
Soda Crackers, Pcnlcs, Raisins, Figs, Currants, Cit
ron, Dates, Prunes, English Walnuts, Filberts, Al
monds, Ground MUS, Pecan Nuts, Lemons, Oranges,
Sardines, and Candies of every description
Toys.
~ Wedding parties furnished at the shortest no.
tice, and on the most reasonable terms.
Also Fresh Peaches, HOLSTERS, Pickles, Catchups,
&C., &c.
He will sell reasonable terms, and respectfully
solicits share of patronage.
~ Candy sold at Wholesale and Retail
Stanntnn May 1870
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
Biackwood's Magazine.

Leonard Scott & Co., New York, have repub,
lished the May number of Blackwood's Maya
zine. 1t contains articles on China, Munich, and
its School of Art Judicial Puzzles, Wellington's,
Career, Switzerland, the Mill Oh the Floss, &C.,
&c. Price So year-Blackwoo and the four
British Reviews for $40.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

POSTMASTER FOWLER.-A washington despatch
to the Philadelphia Ledger says: From advices
received here there is no doubt but what Post
master Fowler is still in New York, and in daily
interview with his friends. His arrest, therefore,
would be quite an easy matter, were the Mar
shall disposed to be in earnest In the discharge
of his duty. As both parties. however, are
strong political friends, it is not likely the delin-
ouent Postmaster will be disturbed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
Election of Judge.

Reports of the vote for Judge from the other
counties of the Circuit, give Judge Thompson
the following majorties: Bath 200, Rockbridge
1900, Amherst and Nelson 1900. His majority
in the Circuit is about three thousand.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
Important Notice.

1t is very important that lIacc0unts due this
Office on the lst of the present month, shall be
settled as soon as possible. Subscribers who
nav up between this time and the lst OF July,
next. will be charged at the rate of 81 per an
nun; otherwise the full price of 200 VIII Dc
charged, as we shall then be subjected to the
trouble and expense of employing agents DIS
tant subscribers, upon taking receipts from Post-
masters may remit by mail at our risk. ssh
Nav %. 1860.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

The speeches of Messrs. Toombs, Benjamin,
Davis and other Southern Senators, look like
any thing but giving way on the part of the
Southern States from the ground they took at
the late Charleston Convention. Ga the con-
trary they are holding out encouragement to the
opponents of Douglas, to continue their oppo-
sition to his nomination-for the whole question
is fast turning upon the nomination or rejection
of Douglas.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

@ The Musical Association of StauntoD,
composed of Turner's Band, the Orchestra and
Glee Club, give one Of their Grand Concerts at
Union Hall tonight. Lovers OF good music will
not fail to attend.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

Tom Hyer, the noted pugilist, was one of the
Republican delegates to Chicago. He is an &C
tive Lincoln man, and the leader of grand pro-
cession at Chicago, on the night following the
nomination.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
The Philadelphia Inquirer has a despatch

The Philadelphia Inquirer has a despatch
from Washington to the effect that Mr. Seward
has telegraphed to bis friends there that the ru-
NOR that be intended to resign his seat in the
Senate is entirely WITHOUT foundation. Although
says the despatch, his friends are indignant at
his defeat, they state that he will not only en-
dorse the nominee, but make speech approx
ing him and the platform on which he stands, as
adopted at Chicago
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

Prince de goinville, who is now travelling pri-
vately in this country, says that the statement
made by the Rev. Eleazer Williams that he (de
Joinville) revealed to Williams that the latter
was Bourbon, is entirely false.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29
Bath Election.

The official vote for Judge stands, Thompson
335, Fultz 49, Terrell elected Commonwealth
Attorney by $50 votes over Brooks. Robert B.
Mathena Sheriff, over Payne by 14s votes.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-29

The taiiest man in the Chicago convention
was Mr.. Buskirk, fine specimen OF the genus
Hoosier, measuring six feet and eleven inches 10
his hose.