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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
DeQlent servant,
III. l.. HOPKINS.
CHARLoTTEsvIILE VIRGINIA,
Ootohor 81 1890

WM. A. BURKE, EsQ-Dear Sir: Your
kind favor Of the 18th instant, informing me
of the resolution adopted by the Douglas
and johnson Association, of your town at
its last meeting, and requesting my compli-
ance with it at some convenient date, not
distant, was duly received and duly appre-
ciated. thank the Association for the hon
or done me, and have waited thus long be-
fore responding, to see if by possibility
could not make my arrangements to accept
the fattering invitation SO cordially extend
ed me. But find that shall be compell-
ed to forego the pleasure Of uniting with you
in your Association, and lending my small
mite in support Of those principles which |
have cherished ever since was able to dis
criminate between the two parties that exis-
ted at the time of their formation, principles
which have guided the good old Federal
Ship Of States ever since the first budding
Of our glorious Confederacy up to the pres
ent time, with few exceptions Of acciden tal
administrations principles upon which alone
as conceive. the perpetuity of the Union
can rest with safety; principles which re-
spond to the sentiment of every unprejudi-
ced mind. And regarding Stephen A.
Douglas and Fl. V. johnson as the national
nominees Of the Democratic Party, and the
true opponents and faithful custodians of the
principles alluded to, [ would want no prou-
der position that to take council with the
true Democracy of Stanton. as to the claims
of these two noble champions of the Consti-
tutional rights Of the South, and of that car
dinal principle Of the Democratic Party
absolute NON. Intervention by Congress with
Slavery in the Territories. I hold it to be
true, that the preservation of the National
Democracy, and the defeat of Lincoln arc
the two practical, significant and paramount
issues involved in the present canvass, every
thing else hinges upon these two, and if we
wish to maintain the one and secure the
other, we must support the sage and patri-
otto statesnan-Stephen A. Douglas. This
proposition apprehend will not be de-
MED by any one who has taken the trouble
to examine the position of the various Candi-
dates before the country. And why should
not every Democrat yield his support to
Douglas, rather than to Breckinridge, the
recommended OF the Seceders, the political
murderers, who fired the arch of tue Demo-
cratic fabric with the beginnings Of discord,
then bolted, and left us to take care Of and
preserve those Of the Democratic family who
remained to maintain and uphold those cher
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
Mr. Liggett,s Card.

We insert to- day communication from
j. N. Liggett, Esq, taken from the Rock
ingham Register. The gentlemen to whom
it is addressed are Democrats Of the strict
construction school, pure intentions. and
governed by elevated motives of public poll
cy. The gentleman WAC is interrogated is
one of the most gifted young men in the
South. His reply is that Of Democrat
thoroughly educated in the faith of his par
ty, and presents, we think, a just and right
basis Of harmony and unity hereafter
Whilst close analysis of all the positions
advanced by Mr.. Liggett might bring us to
a difference with him, yet we recognize in
the spirit and range of his arguments Ca
tholicity that cannot fail to exert judicious
and healthy influence over the destiny of the
Democracy. We commend his card to the
attention Of our numerous readers:
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

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forces Of the Democracy; that it tends to
dissolve the Union, by its promoting the
election Of Lincoln; and that Stephen "a.
'Dduglas'is the only man now running who.
with the tnitedvote Of The South concern
atrating upon him, can get a suflciency df
Northern votes to defeat Lincoln. :
Ali these facts have been exhibited oft and
again, and now we ask the Democracy OF
this Congressional District and ofthis State,
to ponder we'll before they support any 9TH
'er than the National Nominee. We ask the
patriots Of all parties to reflect before they
throw their votes away, in voting for a'can-
didate who has no prospect Of being e.
lected.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
Prof. E. MQnteI.

This gentleman, recently arrived in Staun-
ton from Paris, is giving lessons iu the new
and beautiful art Of photographic Painting
The style embraces degree of elegance
really attractive and is an accomplishment
every lady should possess. Specimens of the
painting Of pupils from this place can be
seen at the Virginia Hotel, where be is now
stopping. We have seen letters from intel
ligent gentlemen of our acquaintance, who
give assurance that Prof NJ has really in
his instruction surpassed their mostsang uine
expectation,
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DemOcratic RaIlv.

/ We present below q few OF the many let
tiers that were received by the committee Of
invitation on the occasion Of the Douglas
rally on the 24th'inst. Read them. They
present the case fairly and intelligently:
w. lRIcHNoSp VIRGINIA,
October 10, 1860. !
GENTLEMEN:--Y Your polite invitation to
attend Mass Meeting of the friends of
Douglas and johnson, to be held in Staun-
ton, on the 24th instant, reached this City.
during nay absence in the North Western
part of the state, whittier had been called
by official engagements. [ embrace the ear
lest opportunity since my return, to express
my cordial thanksfor your attention.
1t would afford me sincere pleasure, to be
present on so interesting an occasion, and
exchange views with my constituents and
friends, in the'present alarming condition
of public affairs The rule however, which
4 prescribed for myself whenI entered upon
the discharge of my Executive duties, will
deprive me Of that pleasure.
determined on coming into Office, to take
no part in political meetings, and to this de-
termination have rigidly adhered. I will
(continue to adhere to this rule, unless the
vindicatidn Of my motives and actions against
assaults, should in my judgement render it
proper and necessary to appear before the
people, and appeal directly to them in oral
addresses. Nothing has yet occurred in Che
progress Of the present unfortunate canvass,
which would justify me in abandoning a
rule that is sustained by wisdom and sound
policy. m &. .a..n
AS the Chief Magistrate ofthe Cominon-
wealth Of Virginia, Irepresent all interests,
and all classes and parties, into which our
people are divided While will on all sui
table occasions express my opinions on po-
litical questions, and cast my vote in accor-
dance with my convictions Of duty to myself
and to nay country, must be permitted to
decline participation in political meetings
! feel deep interest in the result Of the
Presidential election, now SO soon to be de-
termined. ] seriously fear its effects upoa
the peace and harmony of our country
The indications are. too numerous and too
decided to be mistaken Sectional feelings
and prejudices have taken possession of the
minds oflarge numbersof our people, 10 both
the North and South The first results are
already visible in the division and disrnp-
ton Of the Democratic party. Shall the next
result be the dissolution of the Uuion A
few days will determine. await with pa.
thence, but not without apprehension, the
breaking of the seals, of the last ''book Of
Revelations"
have frankly declared my preference
for Douglas for the Presidency. Suisse
quent reflection and developments that have
transpired, and are transporting daily, have
confirmed and strengthened me in the posi-
ton | have taken in this contest-the most
important in my humble judgement that has
taken place since 1900.
am truly, your friend,
JOHN LETCHER
To NJ G. Hartman, Esq, and others
Committee, Staunton Va.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
Look out for ROOrbacksi

That mongrel sheet, the St. Louis Bull
letin, originates and gives currency to the
barefaced and unmitigated falsehood, that
Alexander H. Stephens, of Georgia. had
renourced Douglas. 1t is base falsehood,
let it be countenanced by whom and origi-
nate where it may.
Alex. H. Stephens, of Georgia, is strong
and decided for Douglas.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
Some Pumpkins.

We have had left at the Vindicator Of
flee, by Mr.. B. f. Lowman one of the larg-
est pumpkins we have ever seen. measuring
five feet in circumference and weighing SIX
ty-three pounds. 1t is genuine Douglas
pumpkin.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

The premium Of 500, offered by the
Agricultural Society Of Lynchburg, to the
best drilled military company in Virginia,
was contested for on Friday last on the
grounds of the Society. by two companies of
Lynchburg-the Home Guard, Captain
Samuel Garland, jr., and the Rifle Grays,
Captain Maurice s. Langhorne. Each COM
pany drilled about two hours. The contest
was decided in favor of the Home Guard.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
Monday Mght1

The Democracy Of Augusta will rally
Monday night at the Court house for the
purpose of taking important steps for the
following day, TUESDAY, THE 6TH
OF NOVEMBER !" Addresses will be
made by. Gen. VIM. H. Hartman, Col. Geo.
Baylor, Capt. j. A. Hartman. S. B. Brown
and W. A. Burke, Esqs. Rally, Demo-
Gratis! Let every man be to his post.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
Fine ADnIAs.

We are indebted to our young Wing
friend, j. B. McGuhin, for lot of apples
which surpass anything in the apple line we
have seen this season They are from the
orchard Of Mr.. Templeton McGufEn, near
Greenyille.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

Preston, Union, has been elected by II
majority, in Washington county, Va, to
fill vacancy in the Legislature. The Op-
position majority in the county for Cover
nor, last Spring, was 90, but in 1855 Bu-
chanan had All.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
Tickets !!

Friends of the'cause Of Douglas and john
son, and the true Democracy, must not fail
to supply themselves with tickets. This is
very important. Attend toit at once. s.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

Col. Geo. Baylor and g. NJ Cochran ,jr.-
spoke at Middlebrook on Wednesday night
last to good audience. The Democracy at
that precinct are all right, there not being
more than three or four for Breckinridge
Roll on the ball, and keep the fires burn
ing.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

James Ell. Skinner, Esq, will address
the people Of Augusta, at the Court house,
on Saturday night, the Sd of November. =
The ladies are respectfully invited to at
tend.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

Let every one who values his country and
her cause be sure to make arrangements
and be at the polls early on Tuesday mora
ing. Vote early and vote often for Doug
,as and johnson.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

We desire those Of our subscribers whom
tend tospay their subscriptions in wood, to
bring it in at once. We are in need of it
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tend.

Capt. W. S. H. Baylor will speak in be-
half of Breckenridge and Lane, at Middle
brook, Monday next, the evening Of the
9Th.
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Yancey and the vice-Presfdency.

XaHCey aElea the V1Ce-PFeS1dehCy
We publish to-day communication from
Geo. N Saunders, Of New York. correcting
the misrepresentation which has been attempts
ed to be palmed off upon-the country, to the
effect that Yancey had been rendered the
position Of Vice-Presidept on the Douglas
ticket: The mere fact, beyond any refer
ence to the statements of Mr.. Saunders, that
he was not member Of the Convention,
and consequently had neither vote on the
proposition, or authority to make it, covers
the whole case, and exposes the absurdity
of the charge. 1t is small game, and re-
duires but little attention.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

Be vigilant, people Of Augusta, and
watch for roorbacks. ALI kinds of stories
will be circulated, and frauds attempted
Vote the regular straight out Douglas and
johnson ticket.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

REMEMBER THAT TUESDAY, THE
9th OF NOVEMBER is ELEC-
TON DAY; AND BUT ONE DAY is
ALLOWED FOR VOTING. Be at the
polls, and strike blow for your Country.
Vote early and vote often!
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

New ORLEANS, Oct. 29.-Two Union
representatives we're elected in this city to-
day. The city has been largely opposition
for several years.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

Our friend. A. Lang, has now on hand a
choice selection Of fine jewelry at tho old
stand, main street, of d. S. Bear He is
also prepared to repair watches, clocks, &c.,
in the very best style, and at the shortest
notice. Call in and see him.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

To the rescue, friends of Douglas and
National Democracy and see to it that your
neighbors come to the polls. Provide bug
gies and horses for those who may be old or
in6rm. and cannot otherwise get to the
polls. Action! Action is the watch
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

Look at your tickets, and see that Doug
las and johnson are not at the head of
Breckenridge electors!
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

Our friend Jno. Bumgardner, has left
with us remarkable radish, weighing III
pounds It has much of the form of hu-
man being, and is so tangled and twis-
ted up in its shutes and branches, as to pre-
sent really curious spectacle.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
GEORGE N. SANDERS.
New York. Oct. %, 1860.

At Nashville, Tenn, Oct. 20, Mr.. Doug
las addressed an immense audience. Mr..
Yancey also made speech to another
great crowd Mr. Yancey refused to di-
vide the time with Governor Foote. The
latter then announced that he would speak
after Mr.. Yancey had concluded.
The Union Electoral ticket in New Jer-
sey has been finally settled. 1t contains
the names of three Douglas Democrats, two
Breckenridge Democrats, and two Bell men.
All the other tickets of these parties have
been withdrawn.
The Grand Division Of the Sons of Tenn
perance Of Virginia, which recently conclu-
ded its session at Portsmouth, fixed upon
Waynesboro', in this county as the place for
its next meeting, in April next, and the
following November it meets at Wythe-
vile.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

Scrutinize your tickets closely and se'
that they are for Douglas and johnson.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
ST. NICHOLAS HOTEL, N. Y,
Oct. 90 12R0

Mr.. S. NJ. Yosr-DEAR SIR: The union
OF all parties here is complete and cordial.
The best informed persons think we shall
carry the State for the Union ticket. New
York city will not give less than 10000
majority for it.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

Commence voting at sun up, and vot
carly and often for Douglas and johnson.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02
Good News.

An intelligent and observing citizen Of
Staunton, now visiting New York, writes
as follows:
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

Mrs. John @. Calhoun. relict of the dis
tinguishod Senator from South Carolina, has
been for some time on visit to her dauoh-
ter, Mrs. Clemson. near Bladensburg. Mrs.
Calhoun is now sixty Eight years of age.
with an eye scarcely dimmed by age.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1860-11-02

A letter from Washington states that the
Postmaster General has adopted and order
ed one cent selfsealing envelope, which
will soon be supplied to post-oflices through
out the country.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1860-03-29
For Sale and to Let.
PLANTATION FOR SALE.


.:iE THE SUBSCRIBER offers for sale his PLANT -
ALTON, situated in Duplin county, about three --
miles West OF kenaI syile, the Fayetteville road,
tanning 7so ACRES.
The improvements consist of good DWELLING. and
every necessary out-bulding. About THREE HUNDRED
AGRES under cultivation and in good farming condition
The neighbohood is good and schooling facilities
passed.
Persons wishing purchase are requested to call and
view the premises and judge for themselves.
G. A. McCLAMMY.
March y, 1860 309m*
VALUABLE CAPE FEAR PLANTATION for SALE
81 OFFER FOR SALE MY LANDS lying in BIaden
E county the East side of the Cape Fear River
go halt mile above White Hall Ferry, and containing
NINETEEN HUNDRED ACRES. less, of which
about ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY ACRES are under
cultivation OF the whole amount. about FOUR HUNDRED
ACRES SWAMP LAND AND RIVER BOTTOM; the
balance PINE LANDS upon which there four ks
BOXES
The improvements a comfortable Dwelling House,
with the necessary outbudigs, good Well of Water,
The above valuable property, not previously disposed
OF, will be offered at public sale at Ezabehown Mon
day. May 1th ls6O, II o'clock A. M being Monday of
Bladcn County Court
ANY person wishing to pui chase the property
and learn the terms etc. by application to the subscriber
on the premises If disposed of at public sale the terms
will be made known at sale. j. B. SIMPSON.
Baden COUNTY, March l5til 1860. costs
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1860-03-29
>TATE. OF NORTH CAROl1IN A
Schools.
MAGNOLIA COLLEGE.

MAGNOLIA COLLEGE.
Y1HE FIRST SESSION OF THIS SCHOOL will
/ mepce the End Monday in December next, and
nue 20 weeks Magnolia village of recent growth and
proVerbial for health 1t is situated the Wilmington
Weldon Rail Road about midway between Wilmington and
Goldsboro anl contains number of handsome and taste
fully arranged residences large and we'll constructed
Church, M and three good stores AS evidence OF the
beraiy enterprise and intelligence of the citizens, they
have erected College building at cost of six seven
thousand dollars This building is located at sufficient
distance from the railroad and depot to be out OF reach of
the noise and produced by the passing of the
The Male and Female departments will be conduct
ed separately in different apartments conveniently fitted
for that purpose the College The studies pursued in
both departments will be such best calculated to de-
velope the minds of the pupis and the instruction in all
cases, will be thorough. Particular attention will be paid
the moral training of pupils In the Male department.
students will prepared the Freshman class the
University The of instruction pursued in the Female
department will embrace all the branches both solid and
ornamental usually taught in the best Female seminaries
Rates Male Department, ....$ s, IL, l6 and $40.
IS !" Female ............ 8, IL and $16
Extra in the Female Department, Modern
and Ancient Languages, each. D.
Music on the Piano, with use of instrument, 20.
Painting at the usual rates.
Board in the families, including everything, S. per
month
p. C. SHAW, Principal of Male Department
REBECCA SHAW, 6 Female .
Dunlin county Nov, 2lst. 1859 Is TT
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1860-03-29
The NIyraid-IIanded Man.
OF TIE MIRACLES OF ENTERPRISE AND MEB

OF TIE MIRACLES OF ENTERPRISE AND MERCY.
Familiarity, they tell us, is the mother of contempt
Things which and handle every day. lose all dis
tnctive value in eyes, The very air we breathe is
unrecognzed blessing though deprived of it for the
twentieth fraction of hour the world would cease to
live! In like manner we have all of us-no matter of
what race or country so long accustomed to
the name of THOMAS HOLLOWAY at the head of medi-
cal advertisement that we begin to look upon it
of the essential componens Of newspaper and hardly
pause to enquire into the true significance of this uni
versal fame.
Let not readers fancy that this paragraph is a
ptall at the bottom of which they will find "puf
for the Universal Remedies" with the fame of which
Professor Holloway is associated it is no such thing.
We could say much of the Pills and Ointment but at
present design is merely to call attention TO the bio
graphy of a whose achievements will hereafter be
regarded the surprising wonder of tie nineteenth CEN
tury
There are few varieties of the human race unrepresen
ted in the population of this cosmopolitan city, Coolies
from China-Malays from the Eastern Archipelago
Redskins from the West-Blackskins from all parts of
Africa-W haemen from Greenland and the regions of
the Arctic Poe-bronzed halEbreeds from Brazil and
the other states OF South Amerca-Borneans, Tasman-
ians Arabs, Hindoos Armenians, New Zealanders and
kairs-these with the millions from all parts of Eu-
rope, make up the motley immigration which our world
embracing commerce throws daily our shores. Thou
sands of such perhaps have any of the great
names which have been trained regard with refer
ence the of Washington cannot thrill their slug
gsh blood; of Napoleon Bonaparte, his conquests and
his fall, they are utterly ignorant But hand them
newspaper and how rapidly their faces brighten =
They recognise its friendly promise-they rely its
truth they rejoice and are, perhaps aston
ished to know that the great physician whose visit to
their country formed the epoch of physical regen
eraton has likewise been before them on like errand
of mercy to land of their future adoption They no Ion
ger feel that they strangers for Holloway, by his
genius his abors, adventures and worldwide travels
has established connecting link between all tribes and
races of the human family. Possessed with burning
zeal to relieve the afflicted and fearing nothing that
do, he has made the pilgrimage Of the earth and
tabhed in every spot he visited not only depots for the
sale of his medicines but likewise journals in the native
tongues. What romance could be framed from the
labors perils and adventures of such life!
II. s. 3" IOurD1L"
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1860-03-29

So REWARD.
RM RUNAWAY from the subscriber the night of the
"a oath inst his negro CHARLES. Said negro is about
~ five feet inches high about As years odthrows
his right foot out considerably in walking. He is well
known about town. Has old look He formerly belong
ed to Mr.. j. NJ. Clemens who lives Newbern Craven
county, and has probably made his way back to that neigh
borhood.
The above reward will paid for his confinement in jail
that can get for his delivery to at Jumping
Rum and additional of $50 will be paid for evidence
to convict any white person of harborng said negro.
JOHN T. IWETT.
Newbern Weekly Progress publish St, and send bill to
this Office Immediately
Wilmington, March |, 1860 27-2m*
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GROUND PEA LAND FOR SALE.
HE SUBSCRIBER being desrous to change his BUSINESS
i offers for sale valuable TRACT OF LAND containing
from eight nine thousand acres of which from three to
four thousand weadaped to the raising of Ground
Peas There also the tract four hundred acres
swamp land of which about eighty cleared
productive.
The improvements of the best character For TERMS
which viii be made very accommodating, apply to
D.. w. JORDAN,
Little River, S. c.
July 9Th, 1859 45-n
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$500 REWARD.
RS THE ABOVE REWARD will be given to any per-
"A son who will appehend and conne any Jail so that
~. get them, m, negroes, SUIT q LEWIS, who
in 1859, from Clark Smith, Georgetown, S. Co.
$l00 for either. SUIT about q years DID, than
feet hgh-very black and very likely and will weigh about
$50 pounds LEWIS is just such another negro Sut
cept that he is not black and has lost part the
finger Of his left hand by Straw Cutter.
HENRY S. CLARK
of Greenvile, Pitt Co., N G.
Feb. 27 1860. 27-6mE