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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Meetings of Clubs.

If all the clabs of the county meet on Satasr-
dag, it will be impossible for speakers to be
present at all the meetings. AS far as possible
let the clubs select different days-or nights, as
the moon is now ''shining silver BRIGHT" and
that s'same old coon" is sitting as sshigh on a
limb" as ever. The meetings will thus be larger
also, as persons from neighborings clubs can all
meet together; it is discouraging to speakers to
ride several miles and meet only dozen hearers.
The larger the meetings the greater the enthu-
siasm. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday nights
are as yet unappropriated by any club.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
News From Italy.

By the arrival of the Halifax steamer, we Learn
that the King fed from Naples on the 9th inst
and Garibaldi was expected to arrive there on
the next day. Long before this Naples is free
from the Bourbon tyranny and has probably
become part of the United Kingdom of Italy.
The fugitive King had accepted an invitation
from the Queen of Spain to seek an asylum in
that country. discretionary movements had
also occurred in the Papal territory, and the
Pope had been notified that if the Papal troops
crossed the frontier, Sardinia would Immediately
occupy the Roman Marches. Fine harvest
weather prevailed in Great Britain, and bread
stuffs continued to decline.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

DCmOCTdSiC D1sCuSs1On Vu uCSu0y N1SuI
Last.
On last Tuesday night there was a discussion
in the Courthouse between Hon. Shelton T.
Leake and Mr.. Gallaher of Baltimore, the former
for Breckenridge and the latter for Douglas
During this discussion and at its close there was
repetition of the scene enacted at Harrison
burg the day before. Such scene of noise and
confusion, disorder and wraDgling, cheering,
shouting and stamping, was never before wit
messed in this place, and it is hoped never will
be again. After the discussion was over, few
of the harmonious" brotherhood manifested
their sincere fraternal affection by securing locks
Of hair from each other without taking time to
go to the BARRIERS. They ran into the embrace
of each other with such impetuosity that fists
and faces met in violent conclusion.
1t is generally conceded that Hon. Shelton F.
Leake came off second best" in this discussion.
His friends say he twas not himself" but fail to
say who he was, if mot himself" We suppose
that he had not recovered from the ''indisposi-
tionv with which he was afflicted in Harrison
burg.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

THE CAPTURE OF WALKEH-By the steamer
Empire City, at New York, we have confrma-
tory accounts from Honduras of the capture OF
Gen. Walker, together with some seventy of his
followers, on the river Rio Negro. The tele-
graphic dispatches mention the name of ''Ool.
Kudler," who is to be shot, along with Walker.
The "Prensa" prints the name "Ruttler"
Our accounts, in other particulars, bear ont
the Geographic version. Immediately on the
capture OF the flibusters by the forces of the
British steamer Icarus, they were turned over
to the commander of the Honduras forces, Gen.
Alvarez, with the understanding that Walker
and his Colonel would be dealt with according
to what was right" and that his followers, who
for the most part, were sick and wounded, and
incapable OF bearing arms, should be permitted
to return to the United States the United States
consul at Truxillo being responsible for the nee
essary expenses. The whole party were then,
under the command of the Honduras general,
marched back to Truxllo, where they were con-
fined as prisoners their arms and baggage hav
ing been previously taken from them.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Orr club Meeting.

Notwithstanding the night was exceedingly
nfavorable-being dark and rainy. and the
streets muddy aud very slippery had large
number in attendance at the Bell and Everett
Club meeting. Though the weather and condl-
ton of the streets were such as to make it al
most impossible for ladies to get there, yet
few, actuated by that spirit of heroism which
mocks at difficulties, favored the meeting with
their presence, and encouraged its members by
their sweet smiles of appreciation to labor &C
lively, earnestly and assdously in the great and
patriotic cause in which they are engaged, and
which had the effect, we doubt not, of inspiring
them with determination not to weary in well
doing, and not to relax their. energies till the
great battle shall be fought and the proud victory
achieved, and the safety of the Union and the
establishment of peace guaranteed. We know
that we represent the sentiment of all the
members when we express our thanks to them
for encouraging us by their presence. We know
that the idea of separation is abhorrent to their
feelings, and that, with them, Union is an
instructive sentiment; and that, if suffragans,
they would cheerfully rally to the Union
standard, borne aIoft by our candidates, and,
remembering sacred Mt. Vernon, would joyously
go where Ecerett goes 2@1
The President of the Club, Capt, J. D. limbo
den, on taking the chair, favored the meeting
with strong, practical speech. He was fol-
lowed by our gallant Young friend, JAS Bum
gardner, Esq, who delivered an excellent speech
which possessed the strength of good argument
and the ornament of felicitous historic and clas-
sic illusions He is a "Bum'' that will do exc
cntion when thrown into the ranksaof our polit
ical adversaries.
He was followed by the sledgehammer, face
tious and mrth-moving R. L. Doyle, Esq, who
yields a Herculean club, and knocks down his
Democratic adversaries in such good humor
that, even when PROSTATE, they smile upon him.
The Club, after enjoying good meeting, ad-
journed to meet on Wednesday night next, when
they will be favored with several speeches by
members of the club.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

A PRONG OF A PITcHFoRK THROUGH HIS BRAINS
AND NOT KILLED.-A man in the employ of
Jas. NJ. Mosse, of Belleville, Mass, on Wednes-
day, while engaged in storing away some hay in
barn, slipped from the scaffold. and fell several
feet on to fork, one prong of which entered
the right cheek, passed through the cheek bone
behind the eye, through the brain, and came out
on the top of the head, projecting two inches
About eight inches of the fork were in the head,
and fellow-aborer had much difficulty draw
ing it out. He retained bis consciousness; rode
to his home, two miles distant, and walked up
two flights of stairs to bis room without assist
ance. Though so severely injured, at the last
accounts his physician was not without hope OF
his recovery.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
THE STANTON BOOT, SHOE


LIE A THIEF COM p ANY
4 RE now ready to receive orders for Mems. Wo.
IA mems, Boys, Misses and Children's BOOTS.
SHOES, AND BROGANS, of Calf Kip, Goat Grain
Buff, Enaineled and Patent Leather Retail dealers
specially invited to examine the finer qualities of
Mems French Calf Sewed and Pegged Boots;
Mems and Boys Double Soled Water Proof iCalf and
Kip Pegged Boots;
Calf and Patent Calf Opera Boots, Congress CATERS,
Oxford and French Ties, &c,
All manufactured from the best stock and unsurpass-
ed by any in the market Attention is also called to
the Company's better grades of Servants Heavy
Boots, BrOgans, &C., Mems and Women's made
entirely of Country Stock, and with special view to
service. They have also for sale to MANUFACTU-
RERS, Leather, Findings, Lasts. Machinery, Tools,
&c, at the lowest prices; and every description of
Boot and Shoe Uppers. ready fitted, by the case
or single pair, at prices that will defy competition
Apply to VIM II. CARRIER Superintendent.
HOGH W. SHEFFEY, President; NJ, G.. Harmon,
Benz. Crawford, R. Turk, VIM. J. d. Bell, ]. d. I'm
boden, Directors.
Stanton, Sept. 81, 1860.-6m.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

- We are authorized to announce that
there will be meeting of the Bell and Everett
Club of Mt. Sidney, on Saturday next at three
o'clock; at which time the meeting viii be ad-
dressed by Fl. NJ. Bell, Esq. Democrats are
invited to attend
THE PRINCE OF WALES IN THE UNITED
|STATEs.-The Prince of Wales on Monday CROSS
ed over to the American of the Falls, and visited
Goat Island, thus for the first time stepping on
the soil of the United states. He enjoyed the
different views of the Falls with but little inter-
ruption. He crossed Suspension Bridge, visited
the whirlpool, go. He has declined Col. Ma
gruder's invitation to Buffalo hunt.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Speaking at the Breckinridge Club.

On Friday night last, the Breckenridge Club
was addressed by Messrs. Alex. B. Cochran and
Howe Y. Peyton, of this place, and Mr.. -
an hour and half, and Messrs. Peyton and
Christian about 15 minutes each. Our young
friends, Cochran and Peyton, speak very well,
and it is to be regretted that they are not de-
voting their talents to better cause than that
in which they are at present engaged. Mr..
Christian, of Alabama, like Hon. S. F. Leake,
was mot HIMSELF" and was sstoo full for utter
ance." Mr.. Cochran and Christian both an
nounced that they were in favor of dissolution
Of the Union as soon as it should be ascertained
that Lincoln was elected, and were opposed to
waiting till he should be inaugurated as Presi-
dent. Mr.. Christian apprised the meeting of
the fact that Alabama intended to secede wheth
er Virginia would do SO or not. That there was
was firmly and deliberately determined upon
It was as certain es fate in the event of Lincoln
election. In the speech made by Mr.. Leake, in
his discussion here with Mr.. Francis Gallagher,
of Baltimore, he said that Lincoln's election was
certain-he had no more doubt about it than
that he was then speaking. If these gentlemen
be correct in their opinions respecting the result
of this election, the dissolution of the Union,
with all its dreful train of horrors will soon be
upon us. Is it not clearly the patriotic duty of
all, irrespective of party affiliations, to rally to
the support of the Union ticket to prevent this
dire result, instead of waging war upon it as
these gentlemen are doing? We fear that with
them the "wish is father to the thought"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
. GO. l9I.a. / 8 8 0
SIMPSON & MILLER,
MANUFACTURERS AND DEALERS IN
Read.Made Clothing.
1 8 60.

VISITORS TO THE.CITY OF RICHMOND
Y are respectful invited to call and examine the
LARGE STOCK OF CLOTHING at 1I0 Main st.
We have just opened the largest and most varied
Stock of superior Clothing offered in this market.
We are now able to offer to our friends and customers
clothing at any price, any STYLE or of any quality
satisfaction of having bought better Goods at better
prices than you could get elsewhere. Don't Forget
the piace-il9- Main Street, opposite Mitchell Il
Tyler's @Ae 81 3NN
WIN. B. DAVIDSON, of Chalotte county, Salesman.
SIMPSON MILLER,
1]9 Main ST., Richmond.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Population of stanton,

A correspondent of the New York Herald
represents the population of Stanton to be only
1900. If he would multiply his figures by he
would be nearer the truth. He must have
looked through the wrong end of his telescope
He should have inquired of some one. as he is
certainly very inaccurate guesser. Only 1900!
Why, it has had that much population ever since
that dim and remote period whereof the mem
ory of man runneth not to the contrary"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

UNDER WHICH K1NG-L1NooLN OR BELL?-
Conservative Democrats! the Union party is a
unit if you are truly DESTROYS of crushing the
spirit of disunon, if you really wish to defeat
Lincoln and Hamlin; if you are patriots and
not partizans, vote for John Bell and Edward
Everett. They are the only National candidates.
They do not appeal to you as wings, Native A
mericans, or Democrats; they appeal to you in
the sacred names of Liberty and Union; they
stand upon no narrow party platform they are
the only nominees that can defeat Lincoln and
HnYnLig Rich Whi0
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Speech of Col J. b. BALDWIN.

On the first day of the Circuit Court for this
county, Sept. l2th) Col. Baldwin made the
best speech we have heard during the canvass.
If we were to attempt an outline of the speech,
we are sure that we would fail to give true
idea of its merits, to those who did not hear it,
and to those who did, we would fall so far be-
low the impression produced upon them, as to
create feeling of disappointment.
1t will be conceded by all who heard it.,
whose judgments are not warped by party pref
udice, to have been a most mastery effort. Its
delivery occupied about two hours; and during
the whole time, the audience gave the most
profound attention.
Having shown that the contest would be be-
tween Bell and Lincoln, he made an earnest ap-
peal to all Union loving Democrats in both
wings of the party to come to the rescue.-Ler-
Sngton Gazettee
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

A D1sUN1oN STRAw.-The following was one
of the regular Fourth of July toasts at the cele-
bration in Hendersonville, South Carolina:
s'By Robert r. Snead-IAe election of old Abe
Lsncoln-the shorest way to Southern Confed-
eracy."
That explains the object of the Breckenridge
movement which is to elect Lincoln if possible,
and so pave the way to Southern Confederacy.
Rich. Wing.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
The Prince of Wales.

In reply to an invitation to visit the South,
for the Prince, Lord Lyons writes that his RE
gal Highness hopes to be able to go to Richmond
but is too much pressed for time to extend his
tour farther South" The necessity tor his be-
ing in England by the latter part OF next month
prevents him from being able to prolong his
stay in the United States.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Our Mass Meeting.

From the spirit manifested by all we convers-
ed with on Monday, glorious, old fashioned raj
ly may be looked for on the 10th of October
Some of the Bell clubs have already appointed
their Marshalls, and all are vieing with each 9th
or as to which can make the best show. Bring
out your banners and your Bells /!
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

A SENSIBLE NEaRo.-Mary Elizabeth, free
woman of color, twenty-five years of age, who
was emancipated by the will of VIM. Miller, ST.,
decd, voluntarily enslaved herself, at the present
session of the Circuit Court, of Rockbridge, un-
the Act of Assembly of February, 1866, which
authorizes the voluntary enslavement of free
negroes-LeC. Gazette.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Meetings this Week.

Bell and Everett meetings will be held this
week, and speeches may be expected, at the fol-
lowing places-viz: at West View on Friday
al O'Clock, P. M; at Craigsville on some day
at 2 O'Clock, P. M; at Sherando, Mint Spring
and Middlebrook, on Saturday at 2 o'clock, P.
NJ; at Wgynesboro' and Mt. Sidney, at 8 o.
clock, P NJ; at Spring Hin and Midway at
4 o'clck; at Ohurchvile at 5 o'clock; and at
Barterbrook at o'clock
Let there be a good turnout at each place.
Keep the Bells a ringing!
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

Mr.. James Lyons, and number of other citi-
zens at the White Sulpher Springs, have signed
and published Protest against the opinion at
tributed to Mr.. Douglas, that if Lincoln is elect
ed President, and the Southern States secede, it
will be his duty to "punish or subdue them."-
Mr.. Douglas opinion was, we believe, that the
.sPresident of the United States, whoever he
may be, should treat all attempts to break up
the Union by resistance to the laws, as old Hick-
orv treated the nulliflers IN 1882"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

w We have been requested to state that
Hon. VIM. L. Yancey, of Alabama, will address
the citizens of Augusta, at Staunton, on We'd
nesday, the srd day of October, and will be IN
on the 9Th.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

A CANDID ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Rreck
inridge and Lane ratification meeting ir Madi.
son, Ga, Col. John G. McHenry had the mani.
ness to acknowledge the soundness and worth 81
our candidates. The Madison s'Visitorn-a men.
trail paper-says:
'He complimented Mr.. Bell as sound. hon
est man, and Mr.. Everett as pure, heightened.
noble gentleman, whose sense OF justice lowered
above the storm of fanaticism, which has dis
tracted the country and jeoparded the rights of
our section of the Union"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Union Movement in N. Y.

An independent Union movement was inau-
gurated at New York on Monday week. 1t is
proposed to throw overheard the existing Bell,
Douglas and Breckenridge electoral tickets in
that State, and to select an entirely new ticket,
pledged only to opposition to the Republican
nominees.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
General Walker to be Shot,

From New Orleans we learn that Gen. Walker
and his followers had been captured by the
British and delivered to the Honduras authori-
ties. His men would be permitted to return to
the United States, but General Walker and Col.
Kudler were 10 be shot,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

A PATRIOTIC SUGGESTION New York
"Herald," in noticing the withdrawal of Gen.
Houston, says: sit would be well if the other
two candidates, Breckenridge and Douglas,
would follow his example, and withdraw in fa-
vor of Bell who, by uniting the conservative
elements of all parties, might be enabled to meet
the issue with certainty of success"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Col. Baldwin i'm Rockingham.

If our friends in Rockingham will make the
proper provision to get Col. Baldwin from Har-
risonburg to their places of meeting, he will ad-
dress them at night and attend court during the
day, during the session of the October Court
They can appoint meetings in different neighbor-
hoods SO as not to conflict, then send to Har-
risonburg with horse or buggy and he will go
and address them at night. We hope they will
not let this opportunity to get several speeches
from him pass by without ayailing themselves
of it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Meeting in WaynesbOrO,.

There will be a meeting in Waynesboro', at
2 o'clock, P. NJ, on next Saturday, the 29th
inst, for the purpose of organizing Bell and
Everett Club. Speeches may be expected. We
hope the friends of the Union cause will attend
this meeting
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Mint Spring.

A meeting will be held at Mint Spring on Sat-
urday next, the 29th inst, for the purpose of or
ganizing Bell and Everett Club. Interesting
speeches may be expected. We hope the meet
ing will be attended by all the Union men in the
neighborhood. The Democrats of both wings
Union steam" and keep the 'bells'' a-gingling.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25

A PATRIOTIC DEMooRAT.-Last week Who
Club was organized at Paxton's School House.
10 Kockbridge. Some gentleman nominated Mr..
henry Amole for President of the Club. Mr.,
Anoe, who IS now about 65 or 70 years of age,
and VINO has been Democrat all his life, got
up and said he would accept the ofice--that he
was Union man, and that the ticket Of Bell
and Everett was the ticket for him.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Meeting i'm MiddIebrOok.

A meeting will be held at Middlebrook on
next Saturday, the 29th inst, at O'Clock, P.
NJ, for the purpose of organizing Bell and Ev-
erett Club. Speakers may be expected. Or.
ganize. work and secure the banner.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Sept 25. go. Till March 20. 1861.
GRAND OPENING
on IL II NIT TNEDX

OF FALL MILLINE RY.
ON MONDAY, THE 1ST OF OCTOBER, shall
~ open the most magnificent stock ever seen in
Stanton, of French and American MILLINERY.
Straw Bonnets, Flats, Jockeys and Shakers, Silks,
Velvets, Ribbons Flowers, Ruches, &C. Also entire
new and beautiful styles of Silk and Mohar Chenille
and Goldwave Head dresses Hair nets, Opera Hoods,
Lace berthes, &c. Having bought in New York a
in addition to my former force. engaged one of the
best Mifners in the country, respectfully invite the
ladies to examine my stock My prices win be found
considerably below the usual rates.
d. J. GOLDENBERG,
next door to the Post Office
Stanton Sent 25 lS6O-Vin conv
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
What John Bell Said.

I DOUBT WHETHER THE POWER AND RESOURCES
OF THIS COUNTRY WOULD HAVE ATTAINED MORE
THAN HALF THEIR PRESENT EXTRAORDINARY PRO-
PORTIONS BUT FOR THE SO MUCH REvILED INsTI-
TUITION OF sLAyERY.-JOHN BELL in 1850.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Col. John B. Baldwin.

We announced in our last issue that Col. Bald
win would address the Bell and Everett Club of
this place on Wednesday night next. We are
sorry that he will not be able to be here at that
time, as he will then be on his way TO Alexan-
dria to fill appointments abroad. He will adj
which will be given
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Delicious Fruit.

Our friend, Mr.. VIM. B. Crawford, has pre-
scented US with some excellent peaches and
grapes. The peaches measure nine inches in
circumference, and the grapes, though not large,
clos
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Meeting at Churchville.

A Bell and Everett Club will be formed at
Churchville, on Saturday next, the 29th inst, at
5 O'Clock, P NJ Hugh W. Shelley, Esq, will
address the meeting. The ladies are invited to
attend.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-09-25
Delegates to the Farmers Assembly.

The following gentlemen were elected on
Monday yesterday as delegates to the Farmers
which will convene in Richmond on
the 22nd of October next :-Messrs. S. B. Finley.
6. W. Aowrey, VIM. M. Tate, J. Wayt Bell and
James Walker.