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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

MIXED BLooD.-Oounting back only a few
generations everybody is related to everybody.
DR.. Palfrey, in his work on the relation between
Judaism and Christianity, states that the in
crease in a geometrical ratio of the number OF
our ancestors as we ascend, proves that, after
some generations, everybody is the descendant
of everybody. If we say that there are twenty
eight generations in one thousand years, and ev-
cry man has, on the average, two children, who
ever lived one thousand years ago has now con-
siderably more than fourth part of the esti-
mated population of the earth, even if there
have been no intermarriages, among his descend
ants. These, of course, there have been. Dr.
Palfry says: "You and |, reader, have had more
than thousand millions of progenitors since
the time of the Saxan Heptarchy. Whoever
you are, it is extremely probable that the blood
of Egbert of England and of Egbert's meanes
menial runs in the veins of both of us.n
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

A man was taken up for stealing some yalua
BILE fancy ducks, and after description Of them
the prisoners attorney said:
"Why, they can't be such rare breed, for
have some of them in my own yard. "Very
likely said the complainant, Il have lost {
good many lately"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

A boy got his grandl4thers gun and loaded it
bnt was afraid to fire he, however liked the
fun of loading and SO pls = anorner cl'arge but
was still afraid to fire. He kept on charging
but without firing, until he got six charges -
the old piece. His grandmother learning ms
temerity, smartly reproving him -, ana glasPlng
old continental discharged 1t; inc result hooI msS
tremendous, throwing the Old iady on ner oaSA Sn.
She promptly struggled to regain ner ies'' Oo'
the boy cried out: o,ox
Lay still granny, there are I'VE hlofo on"'
pes to be off yeti"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

We heard good stoty the other night OF two two
persons engaged in duel. After the first fire
the second proposed that they should shake
hands and make up. The other second SAID ne
saw no particular necessity for that, for thell
hands had been shaking ever since they began.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

ror's stud has been installed in the building of
the new Louvre, where, on the side next to the
quay, in the Cour du Vieux Louvre and the
Oour Henri III. every accommodation has been
provided for 80 horses, with coach-houses, RI
ding school, and every necessary depend ence.-
The stables are arranged on the most approved
system, and all the fixtures and fitting are both
ornamental and perfectly adapted to their
purpose. The partitions Of the stalls are carved
oak; the racks bronze, the managers marble, and
the Shains steel. The columns are covered with
q new kind of stucco, equal to smoothness and
polish. Ii. the Cour Henri III. there is an iron
staircase, OF % very gentle slope, by which the
horses go up e. the riding school, situated on
level with the picture gallery.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

Talleyrand, when asked by LADY famous el Iol
her beauty and stupidity, how she snoulo nc
nIied: "You have only to open your mouth
madam"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

The CIvMITY OF AUTl 4oRITY.-It has grown
into an accepted saying, that the law is never
polite until it means to inf let its direct penalty
The judge, all austerity VIII. lie he is listening to
evidence on which prisone is to be sent to
the gallows or restored to fir eedom, melts INTO
the gentlest of all human Great ures when, hSura'
lively or positively, he assumes the black cap
and sometimes at the last nome nts OF male
factors life the very polite atten ton Is paio MN
OF leaving it at his own option W, aether ne VIII
ride or walk to the place of execu tlon.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

An individual was arrested the other Gay
while endeavoring to pick gentleuasassA POCKET
He said he wasn't used to the business, a1d was
inst irving to act his hand IN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17
Stauntolr Sqettator.
JOS. A. WADDELL,)
kIcHARp Fl MAPREhh' Mx'TzY,. u, Projectors
TERMS.

- Ths"SPEGT4T T0R'' is published once a sOssk
at Taoo Dollars and fifty Cents gear, a0hich mag be
discharged By the payment of TOO Dollars at any time
wtbi the gear No subscription sOiI be discontinued
but at the option of the Eitors until allarrearages are
paid.
ADVER TISEMEN7S of ten lines (or Jess, inserted
three times dollar, and tOenty Ue cents each
Larger Observation-Disclosures
IN the same proportion.
liberal discount made to those a0bo advertise By the
year.
Professional Cards. not egceeding ies aoll be
inserted for gear for s5 0O6 months for So 90.
nesquGre, (tentsnes) i gear. 90
g ..............6 months. ...............5 90
:....-........S ..............;S ;S oO oO
4" .............6 6 months. ..............8 s 90
Three .grs;s.l ::::::: yssy :::::is i i g g g
.............6 months. ............. 10 90
One third column Il gear. 10 %
Z" 90 &C ........6 months. ..12 90
Z" ........3 80. ..........6 8 90
ONE column. yedr. SO go
..............6 ..6 months. s..............3 80 90
All Gd0ertising for less time than three months, ac
be charged for at the usual rates$1 90 per square for
e first three Insertions and taOentyOe cents for each
subsequent issue.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

A farmer in Strathmore, being invited to dine
at Belmont, had the precantion to ask the but
ler if there was any particular ceremony TO o.
observed at the table, and was told that I. there
was only one thing his lord and lady disliKed m,
and that was the drinking OF their healtns; lns
good man determined to be on MS good 9 ,Os Osnds
LID ouf ..Here's to all the company,s guide
health. except my Lord Privy Seal and Lady
Rettv Mackenzie.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

Massa, said Sambo, one of your oxen is dead,
toder too. Fraid to tell you of boff at once, for
fear you couldn't bore it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

When Lord Erskine heard that somebody had
d;od worth two hundred thousand pounds, ne
observed. "Well, that'e q very pretty sum 70 be-
Qin the next world with.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

Grey hairs, like honest friends, are plucked
ont and cast asids for telling unpleasant truths.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

An epicure once asserted that Two were Ee,
ouired to make ineal of chicken hansen ana
chicken.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

The Utah Valley Tan of November 10th,
makes mention of the following occurrence, Pc
culiar to that locality. We saw, a week or two
ago, walking down Main Street, from tffs direc-
ton of the ''Presidents office" man accompa-
MED by four ladies. An air of slight perturbation
in the party, mingled with evident expressions
of satisfaction and happiness, led US to inquire
who they were. Some one present informed us
that they were party that had been up to
President Young's Office to be married, and that
the four ladies ad just been united iD indissolu
BILE bonds to tho, man accompanying them. That
we suppose might be termed marriage in gross.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17


THE PREACHERS DIsAPPo1NTMENT.-Mr. Nes le
relates a story of san eminent living prelaFe,'
who with the greatest good humor is accustom
ed to narrate the incident himself as a warning
to his clergy to speak plainly. While Ae was
still serving curacy he was anxious to try bis
hand at extempore preaching, and accordingly
took for his text "The fool hath said in bis heart
there is no God" On this subject be dwelt,
much to his satisfaction. for the usual time: he
proved from the works of creation, from the
construction of our bodies, and frorl the other
usual topics, that there must be creative pow
er, and that creative power is God. He came
down from the pulpit with the comfortable con-
viction that be had not done s. badly after all.
Happening to walk home with farmer who
had attended the service, he vas anxious to learn
---.hat impression he had pr 'duced, and accord
ingly made some 1qervation which led to the
point he wished to introaooe; "A very capital
sermon you gave us, Mr. B., remarked bis com
panion, s'but somehow. | can't help thinking
there be God, for sll you say Uniuersal
Recieu
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17
7. TURNER. PROF. MUSIC.

A j. TURNER, PROF. MUSIC, IVES.
~ LEYAN FEMALE INSTITUTE-Teaches P
ano, Guitar, Flute Violin, &C., &c. also Ballad Sing
ing InstIucts Private Glasses on Tuesday and Thurs
day evenings. Pianos Tuned in the most accurate
manner. Persons wishing to buy Pianos respect
fully invited to call at my house, opposite the resi-
of Messrs VIM. Knabe Co. IS celebrated Instruments
Staunton Jan 25 1859.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

/
| A MATRIMONIAL IsAPPOINTMENT.-A cuT1oua g
termination of an intended marriage took Face
at Halifax on Sunday List. On that.day Hex
ry Greayes, of Mount Tabor, and Mary Mitchell
of Gibbet street, in that town had arranged to
get married at the parish church. The wed
ding party met before the Spotted Cow lnns 10
Gibbet street and then proceeded thence toward
named the King of Bells, the blid. f.
with her intended husband FOR,
shoes clean. They, however
Journey but so shocked =
the aisle of the chur
boots, that she
setting at d.
church
been prov.
After the return
portion OF expenses
formed a further topie
pointed bridegroom refused to pe
less he had the ring, which cost him 1os,
ed. and then declined to contribute more tha.
one-half. The final issue will probably have
be decided in court of law.
An athletic specimen of mae from the Frl-
erald Isle called at the counting-house of ole Of
our river side merchants, and there took off bis
hat to make his best bow. The top of the
morning to ye, mister, says Pat; I've been
told ye are in want of help ~ a
I've but little to do replied the gentleman,
with mercantile gravity.
Then Pm the boy for yes says Paddy, sits
but little care about doin'-shure it's til snorl-
ey I'm afther.'
Mike came into our sanctum the other c..
with very knowing look. His first saiatati5
was:
Why is the Great Eastern like an Irish giril
We of course gave it up.
Because said Mike, one is the Maid cf FIR
and the other is made of ironI ss - ~
He left Immediately. :. = :. =
The man that doth no paper take,
Grudging twelve shiliings once . yeak
Will never good husband make - M I
Because his wife will never know xast
is going on in the wefld, ana hls o.
children will very ignoran " - ~
The last line is rather too Ing forsa NJ 4.
Jingle, but the moral is subline gyss
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

TREATMENT OF THE WOUNDED IN ITALY.-
The medical report of the hospitals in Italy has
just appeared, and is very interesting. There
were no less than forty three thousand wound
ed, including Austrians and Piedmontese, ad-
mitted into these establishments. The proper
tional quantity of dangerous was exceedingly
great. The surgeons of the Republic found only
one in five or six, but now one out of every two
assumes that character. 1t is accounted for by
the shape of the balls, which is cylndreconic.-
They traverse the air with immense rapidity,
enter the flesh with great force. and break the
bones; whereas the old spherical ball turned to
the right or left, sometimes merely grazing the
skull or the ribs, which now seldom occurs. Oh
chloroforn, the advantages are spoken of in the
highest terms. Not only has it caused insensi-
5ility during operations, but it has soothed the
dying moments of those who were irrecoverable
from the nature of their wounds. The new dis
Injecting agent has been found of the utmost
service. Applied to the most diseased surfaces
it has checked putrescence, and given healthy
character in short time to the worst wounds
Carbonized lint has been introduced also with
great success as disinfecting agent, preventing
the fedid odor that is so disgusting in military
hospitals. Altogether, it seems that modern
science has rendered the field of battle more
dangerous than formerly, but supplied it will
means of alleviation.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

NEW GOODS.-Having employed VIM. SHRY
~ as my Agent, l am now prepared, from an en-
tirely new stock of HATS and CAPS, Sc e
lected by him in New York and Baltimore. to ES
furnish the citizens of Staunton superior article
at 10 per cent less for Cash than it be obtained
elsewhere in this market. Call before the stock has
been diminished at the Store Room nearly opposite
the Va. Hotel NJ. G.. HARMAN.
Staunton Sent. 90. l859-M-Xin. Copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

ROUND PLASTER FOR SALE.-The
VI Staunton Steem Mills Co. are now receiving $50
tons of best Windsor Plaster which they will sell
ing counties at prices lower than the article be
purchased elsewherei in this market. Apply to
Nov. Is, 1852 S. A. RICHARDSON, Sup't.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17
MISCELLANEOUS.

BALTIMORE, MD.
THE LARGEST, MOST ELEGANTLY FURNISH
ED AND POPULAR COMMERCIAL COL
LEGE IN THE UNITED STATES.
STUDENTS IN ATTENDANCE FROM NEARLY EVERY
STATE IN THE UNION.
livery YOUNG MAN should write for one OF
T. those Large and Beautiful Ornamented Circulars
representing the External and Interior View OF the
BALIZMORE COMMERCIAL COLLEGE, Pen
manship, &c. which will be sent by return mall free
of charge, with Catalogue containing List OF Students
Terms of Tuition, Opinions of the Press On our new
system of Book Keeping, etc.
FACULTY:
E. K. LOSIER, Princpal-Lecturer on the Science OF
Accounts, Business, Customs, etc.
J. NJ. PHILLIPS, Professor of Bookkeeping and
Commercial Calculations.
81. II. DAVIES, Associate Prof. of Bookkeeping.
N. G. JOHNSON, Professor of Penmanship.
S. T. WILLIAMS, ESQ, Mercantile law.
REV. E. Y. REESE, d. ID. Commercial Ethics.
TRUSTEES:
Hon. John P. Kennedy, Hon. Joshua Vansant,
Hon. Thomas Swami, VIM. II. Keighler, Esq,
Jacoh Trust Esq, William Knabe, Esq.
The time usually required to complete the full
course from to IL weeks.
Large Circulars and Catalogues stating terms, &C.,
sent by mail free of charge. Address
E. K LOSIER, Baltimore, Md.
June 81. 1S59-ly
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

HAT STORE.-The subscriber invites the at
Ii tention of the public to his stock of ssasM
HATS and CAPS to be found at his store
Opposite the ssVindicatOr Ofiice.''-
He keeps constantly hand large variety of Hats
and Caps of fashionable styles and of HIS OWN
MANUFACTURE, which he will sell at prices which
cannot fail to be satisfactory
rSY Give him CALL ROB'T BIRTNITT.
Oot
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

WHEAT WANTED.-The Staunton Steam
w Mills Co. will pay the highest prices in Cash
for Wheat. Farmers wishing to dispose of theil
crops willprobably consult their interests by bring
ing samples to S. A. RICHARDSON, Sup't
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

NR. JAMES JOHNSTON, SURGICAL Il
IL MECHANICAL DENTIST, having heen located
permanently in Staunton for the last four years. would
respectfully inform his friends and the public gene
rally that he still continues practice Dentistry all
its branches with the strictest regard to du
rabity and usefulness.
Office the southside of Main Street opposite the
old Spectator Office.
StauntOn Nov. 90 1854
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17
M ISCELLAN N Y .

How strange it aUiW be !
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17
GREAT EXCITEMENT AT THE
CLOTHING HOUSE OF
IT A COR D POTTTTZ

TNANNERY-I have this day associated my son,
j. VIM. B. Gallaher with me in the Tanning busi-
in the town of Waynesboro and the business will
hereafter be conducted in the name of H. l.. GALLA-
HER d SON.
TO come forward and SETTLE aud those having claims
against it requested to present the same for pay
ment. My son. Wm B. Gallaher, will always be found
at the Tannery and is authorized to settle for me.
Public patronage is solicited for the concern.
- The highest Cash price will be paid for hides,
skins. and bark at all times. Ii. L. GALLAHER.
WaYnesboro Oct. 4. 1859.-IY*.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-01-17

How Strange.
BY FLORENCE PERRY.
How strange it will be, love-how strange, when we
Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1858-1860, 1860-04-27
ANDY johnson and the Charleston
Convention.

The Nashville Union and American has, ior
some time past. been vigorously advocating
the,eIaius of the redoubtable ANDREW JoHS-
sos. as the fittest man to be nominated by the
Charleston Convention as the candidate 'oi
tbe National Democracy" for the Presiden-
cy. We are inclined to think that what our
Industrious neighbor said in this behalf hao
but little effect; because, in the first place,
our neipbbor Was little too continuous m
his exertions for very great force, aad al fhe
next tlace, our neiRhbOr had been little too
severe on Douglas to be an oracle with the
Northern Democracy. Our neighbor had per-
hans forgotten that in 1856, ANDY bad pretty
we'll committed himself TO "squatter soFe-
rrignty'' in a speech deliyere-ion broad street
in this city; aud that, in point of fact, ON
deliberate review of his record, he was not so
far off the Douglas creed as many men might
suppose. But everybody was not SO oblivi-
oua. Hence, on the eve of the meeting OF
the Convention we have the following preg-
nant telegram. dated. New York, April Il:
.The Douglas men to day photographed Sen
ator johnson. of TennssSee, to know whether
he would re Vice-President on a ticket with
Douglas"
ksor three or four days ANDY ruminated the
despatch. No reply has transpired; but this
morning we have telegram, still more, preg-
naut than the first. 1t is dated from Wash
iugton, April %, and runs thus:
u, hnson, Of Tennessee. is leaning towards
Douglas johnson says the Slave Code can
not be got, and there is nothing advantageous
In its adoption"
ANDY is better able to take care OF his own
interests than any of his friends. In view of
what has happened at Charleston, one of two
things may be reasonably expected--lst,
DOUGLAS may be nominated, with JOHNSON
FIR the vi Presidency; or I'd, DOUGLAS may
be defeated but still hold the power to dictate
the nominee. And the chances are, perhaps,
with present lights, for the latter contingent
cy. If the latter, then ANDY is before them
all This cleaning towards DOUGLAS" and
this cold shoulder to the 'Slave COde' will
work wonders for JOHNSON, in the event of
DOUGLAS defeat.
Who knows, therefore, but. after all, ANDY
j. the '.man of destiny!' At least. we think
he understands himself. In the midst of the
chances, JOHNSON may turn up trump
cird at Charleston, in spite of the services Of
his best friends.
Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1858-1860, 1860-04-27

The original resolution, as amended, was
then adopted.
Mr. CEssSa moved 10 reconsider the vote,
and to lay that motion on the table. Agreed
to.
Mr.. MATTHEW'S, of Mississippi, offered the
following:
ReSoluef. That the Delegates from the
States OF New York aud Illinois, whose seats
are contested, he requested not to participate
in tn proceedings If this body, until the
Committee on Credentials shall have deter
mind aud reported TO the Convention, which
of said Contestants are entitled to seats.
This resolution was laid on the table by a
vote OF l59 yeas; Al nays
The roll was thereupon called, and Com
mittecs on Permanent Organization ard Con-
tested S,ets from Nsle York and Illinois appoint
ell.
The Convention then adjourned to 10 a.
NJ, next day.
Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1858-1860, 1860-04-27

~ Victor Emanuel in his speech at the
opening OF the Sandman Chambe on the
2d inst. stated his position with respect to
the cesSion 81 Savoy IN these temperate bet
rvspluie words
The gratitude Of present and future gene
rati"ns is due to France Tor the welfare OF
Italy, aud for com olidaiing The union Of the
two nations. who have some community IN
origin, principle aud drstiny. II was neecs-
sary to make some sacrifice. and have made
thst which WAS dearest 10 my heart. Re
serving the vote OF the people and the APP
probation OF Parliament, aud re=erviug, also,
in gard to Switzerland. the guarantee of
her international right. have concluded n
treaty for the reunion Of Savoy aud The sur
rounding territory of Nice with France.
We have still mary difficulties 10 over
come, bat assisted by public opinion aud Ivy
the love OF my people. | shall ncVer permit
any one to offend or forget any right or lib,.r-
". Firm. like my ancestors, ia the Catho-
lie ligiou, ard ia tAe respect due 10 The
supreme Chiei of that religion, shall (ii The
ecclesiastical authority makes use Ot spirit
nai afu:s for temporal inisresLl In safe eoa-
science aud ia Ihe traditions Of my worthy
ancestors, hnd strength 10 maintain entire
the civil liberty ard authority fer which |
an oniy Indebted 10 God and 10 my people.
This j. txeesd.ngiy handsome. most viii
allow. aud Ne think even Ills Holiness ihe
Pope can hardly fail 10 admire IL y bsisi ms d.
. fntlhg L. deaunciatiou. However this glay
be- Victor Emanuel l. not only right bar lal-
prsgaabl~ and discerning people ln all quar-
tefs 81 The world, Catholics not excepted,
viii be apt 20 eenelude thai ia this instance
at hat tie IhuhdersT II The Vatican bad
quite az well az rather a graf deal better
spare hts faimiEafiegs. Ev,Fy 'hunder bait
the Pipe launches at The D al 81 Victor
EmanHrI IN ssiis aceouns viii be strictly
bFlsslsas f5lasrn-L oalsrlis JS4Tsss!.
Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1858-1860, 1860-04-27

HUxBoIDr's OPINION or BArARD TAYLOR
In Humboidt's private letters, recently pub
lished, in speaking Of The amiAble Bayard
Taylor. who visited him, aud made . eulo-
CYSTIC lecture sa him. Humboldt satlrieaily
remarked TO certain American gentleman !;
Your eoantrymsn, Taylor, has Travelled
further and sss,. less iaaa Any nan Of ny ac-
auaiaiznee-u AID In these private letters
b. eyea attacks New York editor. tJoha
Bigcloal who seads him copy Of his lthe
esiitar's) Lsfs ef FfsxaonG
Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1858-1860, 1860-04-27

LsUsaISs sSp cKYExs BENEFICIAL 70
csnBKES.-The Sew York Asszs asserts that
.isugbIng aad crying are very beneficial 10
saildrsa. A eaiia Ehas spends one azy ith-
cat lhe Que o. the other eaasos be health. y
a. any rate. their ladalgsnes la shese pras-
ices strengsheas AID toagaens he organs
moss necessary 10 be strengthened; 10 guard
,hrm against iiss fatal infasaczs % scarlet
fver.s fferyIsg ealy ssse requisites 80 sas
health q ellldrln, sAsx scalG nsyss be III.
Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1858-1860, 1860-04-27

A remarkable case occurred recently at
Monroe, Mich. in which a Miss Martha Gale
died after being without feed excepting du
ring two or three days, and then but very
little and that was soon rejected) AZ days.
mach as "a drink of cold water for days to-
ggther. During her prOtracted Illness there
have been many and various couj-cturcs as
to the cause Of her peculiar symptoms. Bat
a post norton examination revealed the raw
ages of the fearful disease Cancer in the
stomach)