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Westminster Review.

We have just received the April No. of this
publication, issued in this country BY Messrs l..
Scott s. Co., of New York. The contents are ::
Vedic Religion, Manin and Venice in 1888,
The Ethics of War, Plutarch and his Times,
Austria and the Government of Hungary, Par
iamentary Reform, Japan, Darwin on the ORR
gin of Species, Contemporary Literature. Price
So year, or the four British Reviews and
Blackwood's Magazine for $40.
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~ SO las 1917 i / Q 81 81

During the progress Of the ballot remarks
were made by many of the delegates, and the
following States changed their votes and made
them unanimous for John Bell: Mississippi,
North Carolina, Virginia, New Jersey, Ohio,
Missouri, illinois, Kentucky Aarylan 'Qonnec-
ticut and Pennsylvania. Georgia changed her
vote, and gave for Bell and for Graham.
Mr.. Brooks, in behalf of a large majority OF
the New York delegation, moved for the unan-
imous nomination of Bell. The President put
the question, and in response thereto there was
one universal faye" from all parts of the Hall,
with waving OF hats and handkerchiefs, and
cheer repeated after cheer.
The President then declared that JoHN BELL
Of Tennessee, by the unanimous vote Of this
Convention, is the candidate of the Union Con.
Presidency Loud and prolonged cheering
Mr.. Henry, of Tennessee, grandson Of Pat
rick Henry, assembled the platform, and in an
eloquent and enthusiastic speech, returned thanks
fo5irr the nooinnination Of Mr.. Bell.
Further addresses were delivered, and the
Convention adjourned till 5 O'Clock.
When the Convention re assembled, there was,
as usual, a large attendance. After an address
by Gen Uoombs, the nomination Of q candidate
for Vice President came up in order. The fol-
lowing gentlemen spoke in favor of the nomina.
ton Of EDWARD EvERErr: swit7er Of Mo-,
Henry of Tenn, Morehead 0t \. o., Danley Of
Arkansas, Summers Of Va, Sharkey Of Miss,
Randolph Of n. j., 4ngersolI Of Pa, and others.
Gen. Coombs called upon Massachusetts, to say
whether Mr.. Everett would accept, and Mr.. Hill
lard responded He did not know how Mr..
Everett could decline. His speech was highly
beautiful and eloquent.
The unanimous sentiment was in favor of Mr..
Everett, and he therefore received the nomina-
ton.
Enthusiastic epeecAes were delivered by FIX
Gov. Neale Brown, of Tennessee, and others,
and National Committee was appointed, after
which the Convention adjourned SINE die, with
three cheers for the nominee.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
American Tract society.

The annual business meeting of the American
Tract Society was held in New York city, on
Wednesday last, the Hon. VIM. O. Alexander,
one of the Vice Presidents, 10 the chair. The
subject of slavery was introduced as matter of
course A Rev. Mr.. Walcott, of Chicago, otter
ed resolution in favor of issuing tracts 'setting
forth the niquity of the African slave trade, and
delivered strong anti-slavery speech. But the
Rev. Mr.. Lee, of Brooklyn, turned the tables
upon Mr.. Walcott. He moved that the Execu-
tive Committee be directed to publish tracts a.
gainst the evils of abolitionism, which was re-
ceived with immense applause and laughter
Without giving MIR. Walcott another chance, the
meeting then adjourned till next year.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
The Convention and the Ticket.

The Convention of the Constitutional Union
PARTY. which assembled in Baltimore last week,
has presented to the country, as candidates
for the Presidency and Vice Presidency OF
the United States, the distinguished gentlemen
whose names stand st the head OF our columns.
John Bell, of Tennessee, and Edward Everett,
of Massachusetts,, are known in all sections OF
the country as fit representatives of party
founded for the purpose of bringing together all
national and conservative men who love the
Constitution and the Union. They are states
men of ability, integrity and enlarged patriotism,
in whose hands the rights and interests OF every
section will be protected and as such, will re-
ceive, we trust, the cordial support of all who
desire to avoid purely sectional issue in the ap-
preaching Presidential election. So far as our
humble influence extends we shall use it in their
behalf, from the solemn conviction that nothing
but the success of such men can save the coun-
try from continual discord, and perhaps disso-
luton.
We had the pleasure of witnessing the pro-
ceedings of the Baltimore Convention, and truly
it was refreshing scene. We bresthed the at
mosphere of pure patriotism, and felt onr hopes
for the perpetuity of our institutions revive,
when we saw men from every section OF this
vast confederacy uniting their hands and their
hearts upon the common platform of the Con-
stitution and the Union. No differences OF O.
pinion existed among tina. bard of unselish pa
triots, or if there were diyersities of sentiment
upon abstract questions, they sank into insignifr
icance when compared with the grand objects
of national Importance, for which the Conven-
ton assembled. Consequently nothing occurred
to interrupt the cordial communion of men who
felt themselves to be brethren, and it was indeed
pleasant to see them dwell together in SO much
harmony and peace.
Our readers will find elsewhere in this paper
q synopsis of the proceedings of the Convention.
The conclusion to which all parties must come
is, that with such ticket as we present to the
country, selected by so large and respectable
body of able men from all sections, we need NOT
yet despair of the Republic. Let the standard
borne by Johu Bell and Edward Everett be the
rallying point of all who love the Union and the
Constitution, and all will yet be well.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

For the Gpect0tw.

Msssrs. Editors in the position taken by
Thos. P. Wilson in bis card replying to the IN
terrooatories of North Mountaia and Middle
Riuer, he announced that no deputy pow riding
could do business for him in the event OF his
election. We have heard from different sources
since, from persons who were DESTROYS that we
should ride) that Mr.. Wilson has promised that
he would secure our services. With due respect
to Mr.. Wilson, and for his latitudsnous con-
struction Of the Constitution, we desire to in
form him and the public that we can not under
any circumstances do business for Mr.. Wilson
if be is elected.
JOHN TowBERMAN,
R. P. EUBANK, Den Sbf,s
id HANaER, D9p' 0'n o
S. NJ. CRAWFORD,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
Southern Literature.

Mr.. John R. Thompson, for seveal years past
editor of the Southern Literary Messenger" has
left Richmond to take the editorial charge OF
the "Field and Fireside," an excellent literary
paper recently established at Augusta, Georgia.
DIR. George R. Bagby, the wellknown "Aosis
Addums, and gentleman of fine literary attain
ments, is now editor of the Messenger, and will
no doubt fully sustain its high reputation.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

BooT AND SHOE FAeToRY.-The stockholders
of the Boot and Shoe Factory met on Thursday
last, to mature some plan of operation. 1t was
decided to con6ne the business of the Company,
for the present, to the mandatory of Boots and
Shoes, and not to embark in the manufacture OF
Leather. A committee appointed for the pur.
pose reported last evening that they had secured
the National Hotel building tor the Company
Speedy steps will be taken to commence ope-
rations.
r. G. Bickle, Esq, resigned his place IS one
of the Directors. which vacancy was Tiled BY
the election of Col r. Turk indicator.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
Summer Hats.

Mr.. William Shry, nearly opposite the Vir-
ginia Hotel, has large supply of new Spring and
Summer hats. The man will be very hard to
please who cannot be suited by Mr.. Shry with
q head-covering. He has every variety ofstyle,
quality and price to select from. Give him q
call. a
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

Telegraphic dispatches announce that the o.
nted States frigate Roanoke, with the japanese
Embassy ON board, arrived in Hampton Roads
on Saturday at midnight. The steamer Phila-
delphia, chartered by the Government to con-
vey the ambassadors and their suite to Wash
ington, Immediately left Norfolk to join the
Saratoga. 1t was the purpose of Capt Dupont,
to whom the superintendent of the matter has
been committed, to use every endeavor to land
the Embassy at Washington Monday, where
they were to be received with military escort
and other suitable honors,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

The Washington Constitution, President Buch-
anan's organ, publishes tho secession speeches
made at Charleston, with applause, and approves
the bolt from the regular Convention. This is
doubtless by order, and presents an ugly dilem-
ma to those Administration men who did not
bolt, and are expected to take their seats in the
Baltimore Democratic Convention. Are they
to 60 there only to defeat Douglas, or to secede
if they cannot
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

A careful examination of the condition of the
Q, S. Treasury shows that there will be deficit
of at least $4,000, 900 at the close of the fiscal
year, on the 30th of June. on the basis of Secre-
tary Oobb's receipts, which mnst be supplied Ell.
Their from loan or Treasury notes. There 10 40
disposition to grant the latter in the House
Admitting Secretary Oobb's estimates for the
present tariff to be correct the revenue is nearly
$l2, 100000 below the actual demands of the
Treasury. A material modification is absolutely
necessary, or the Government must be carried
on by borrowing, as during the last three years.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
By the steamer Canadian, we have foreign in

BY the steamer Canadian, we have foreign in
telligence to the Sd inst. The insurrection in
Sicily appears to be more important affair than
before reported. Some severe fighting had ia
ken place, the reyolutionists holding the town
Of Carini for three days against the Government
troops. The latter afterwsrd pillaged the town
and set it on FIRE. At Palermo the greatest
misery prevailed. Mr.. Thomas Sayers lthe prize
fighter is just now the greatest man in England.
At Liverpool the mob took the horses from his
carriage and themselves drew the vehicle with
the honored bruiser through the street!
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

H The communication of "Junius" having
been received Thursday afternoon, when the
outside form was made up, and its great length
preventing its publication elsewhere in this is
sue on the usual terms, its insertion as an ad-
yertisement was ordered, and it therefore ap-
pears as such. taE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

TREAT BARGAINS!-I am now opening,
(J from the last New York Trade Sales and Lots
closed out at importing Houses the greatest bargains
in fashionable Dress Goods, Millinery, Silk and Lace
Mantles Ribbons, Mitts, Hosiery, White Goods, Para
soils and Jewery, before offered in the Valley
Just think of it 93 -
Splendid Dress Goods, at 10 and 1915 cents y yard.
Silk Parasols only SO cents. -
Silk Mitts, only l215 cents. - .y .
500 pair Ladies' Hose, at 10 cents pair.
800 Silk and Lace Nantes, from $150 to $40 piece,
worth double. 81
5000 yards Silk Ribbons. at half price.
800 pair heeled Lasting Caters, (worth $3.50 at
sl.25.
For good bargains call at the popular Store of
7ot d. j. GOLDENBERG,
Staunton, May Is. $780, next door to Post Office.
nAVIS a. KAYSER is constantly receiving addi-
~ tons to his large and elegant stock of FANCY
DRY GOODS. He has now to note i.t
piece Plain Black Silk;
3pieces Black Gro De EPSON, very desirable style
4pieces Fancy Foulard Bereges; iA.1ea
- piece Black Tamarteen; ses7lf .le ,t
pieces Colored Cambrick; - 4t.
pieces Paper do;
a. n doz. Black Lace Wells;
sa Il doz. Black Lace Nantes, very cheap; fa1
doz. French Corsets; sT a4s8. 3
Q doz. Ryans Heeled Caters; 81 .e- - 81.
doz. White Berlin Gloves
10 doz. New style Skirt Braid;
a gross Fancy Silk Buttons
i doz. Brown Shemeretts; 1t--L .ass
- IL dozs Fancy Parasols; s. b a8usgi-ff 81
pieces New Style Prints; with many other new
Staunton Nav Is 1880 s " t.--s+ ~ -f
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
- Tile Richmond Index. saws the Alexan.

W The Richmond Index, says the Aexan-
dria Gazette, in an excellent article on the ''per-
sonalties of the PRESS" deprecates their USE and
congratuIates itself, it well may, for practcing
what it breaches, for going on its way without
abusing anybody, or using personalities, and in
having thereby met with success, and secured
the best class of readers.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
Town Affairs.

The town Council of this PLACE, on Saturday
night last, passed an ordinance imposing taxes
for the year 1860; another concerning the mar
ket; and third prohibiting the tapping of the
water pipes, or using the water for making
brick &C., without the written consent of the
Water Committee. All of these ordinances will
be published in the town papers. John f.
Kurtz was appointed Assistant Policeman.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
aw- THE annual training Of officers of the thre

H The annual training Of officers of the three
Augusta Regiments commenced in this place
yesterday, and our town nov presents a decid-
eddy military appearance. The General Muster
of the 160th Regiment will take place at Spring
Hill, on Thursday; Of the 32nd, at Flshersville,
on Friday and of the 93rd, at Middlebrook, on
tAs g-a sttoIt
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

The Richmond Enquirer of Friday last says !:
"Public meetings are being held in the districts
of those delegates from Virginia who opposed
seeding, and instructing their delegates to at
tend the Seceder's Convention at Richmond
A late meeting in the county of Richmond, has
instructed the delegates from the Essex District,
to attend the Richmond Convention"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

WILL The FARM Frs OF THE cn vAh Il,
w LEY PLEASE HEAR NE ONCE MORE IN
BEHALF OF McCORMICK'S REAPER u MOWER
fst. We warrant this Machine to be superior to any
other now in use.
cd. In proof of sincerity we challenge all who
may have any doubt about it, to use Mccormick 3
Through the harvest with any other and then keep and
pay for the one preferred
3D. Our warranty extends to all that is essential In
a Reaper and Mower, viz: Strength and durability,
ease Of management hands and team, quantity and
quality of work done.
4th We will sell, under the above warranty, all the
1859 machines now on hand at the low price of 1885,
if paid by the list Of September next and few 81 and
'58 machines at 1920, on the same terms,
Apply to VIM Cook, of New Market for Shenando-
ali county Va; j. j. Bowman, Bowman's Mil, Rock
ingham county. Va; Isaac Wenger, Edom, Rocking
ham county, Va; J. L. Whitmer Parnassus, Augusta
county, Va; W. C. Berry. New Hope, or myself at
Staunton Va, who will SELL put up and start the ma
chimes on the above terms, to all who wish to save
time, labor and money. fsa a
n -a THORNTON BERRY, Agent
- ~ for G. q. Mccormick.
May Is, 1S6o.-3t-Vin Rock. Reg, Spirit of Dem
and Tenth Legion please copy. -vss.
Psf any prefer the Machine for 1860, at the
usual price, 55, at Alexandria or Richmond (Which
have just learned can get) viii order them, il
you write to nae or otherwise let me know.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

Hon. A. Fl. Stephens has written letter in
reply to several gentlemen of Macon, in which
he sustsins the principle of non Intervention,
disapproves of the secession of the Southern del
egates, and recommends that delegates be sent
to the Baltimore Convention. $3.50
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
F0s the Spectator.
To the Voters of Augusta

The day of election is near at hand, and we
wish to call your attention to the tact that Ihos.
s. Coalter is candidate for tho office OF Com
missioner of the Revenue in the lst District
He is man in every respect we'll qualified to
discharge the duties of said Office from his ia
miliarity with the duties, having been deputy
Sheriff number of years. We make this an
nouncement purely from motives OF friendship
and confidence in him, and moreover from the
fact that Mr.. Ooalter has had the misfortune of
losing his left hand, whilst teiding threshing
machine. The voters in all parts OF the county
vote for two Commissioners. DEERFIELD.
Vindicator please copy. H
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

E We call attention to the advertisement
of Mr.. Barton's Millinery establishment in Rich
mond. Mr.. B. has taken one of the new and
spacious iron front buildings, No. 229 Main
Street, and is opening splendid assortment of
goods in his line Persons dealing with him
may rely upon getting the newest styles, and at
reasonable prices.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
For the SPECTATOR,

At meeting of the voters of the Sd Magiste-
rial District of the county, held in Middlebrook,
on Saturday, the 18th inst, l was nominated as
q candidate for the Office of Magistrate, beg
leave most respectfully to decline running for
the Office. gase. JAS. A. q. SCOTT.
Vim. copy. wf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

While the full returns under the next census
will not be presented to Congress for publca
ton for year or two, the apportionment un-
der the law for the members of the next House
of Representatives will be made and reported
at the next session. There are now 2S7 mem
bers of the House but in the next Congress, IN
der provision in the law of 1860, the number
will be reduced to 23a. The older States will
lose and the Western States gain. The com
parative, If not the absolute strength of the
South, will be seriously diminished.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

~ Intelligence has been received of the
death of Daniel Harnsberger, one of the parties
accused of having been connected with the
killing of James Devier, of Rockingham. He
was drowned in the State of Alabama. A re-
port being in circulation that COL. j. B. Bald
win, as counsel for young Harnsberger, had adj
Yised his leaving the country to avoid conVlc-
ton, Mr. Geo. Harnsberger wrote to Col g.,
asking correct statement of the matter. Col.
Baldwin replied that the report was entirely
untrue. After a confidential conference with
Daniel Harnsberger he felt satisfied that ne was
innocent, and advised him to stand his trial.
81 have 10 disposition" says Col. B., ito antici-
pate or to foresta the action of the court in the
other cases, but in answer to your inquiries,
have no hesitation in expressing the belief that
no court in Virginia could for one moment have
thought of convicting Daniel Harnsberger upon
the facts disclosed at the examining court"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
+ choice, l27. The first ballot resulted as

During the taking of the ballot there was con-
siderable debate. Virginia cast Is votes for
". .. Rives, and 2 for J. NJ. Bolts. There be-
ing no election second ballot was taken, as
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

~ "Many Voters" request Us to state that
William Patrick will be supported for the Office
of Justice of the Peace in the Waynesborough and
Fishersyille District. erssrt8
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
REMOVAL REMOVAL!
SUMNER BONNETS.

NJ G. BARTON has removed from No. 100, to 229
1Ns Main Street, four doors above9 9Th Street. and is
prepared to exhibit much larger assortment than u
sual Of Bonnets, Dress Caps, Head Dresses. French
Flowers Ribbons and all articles in the Millinery line
gng ITgveli1g Dustsrs.. a aea Z
Strangers visiting the city, invited to call and
examine my stock before purchasing elsewhere.
Richmond, May Is, 1s60.-ly.
X RAND OPENING 1.-The Ladies Of Stanton
VI and Augusta county are respectfully notified
that during the whole of next week. from Monday the
21st, until Saturday the 26th. the subscriber will
open the most magnificent assortment of MILL
merry ever before exhibited in Staunton including
BONNETS and novelties just arrived from France, il
the Steamer .'Teutania" Also entire new and charm
ing styles of Silk, Moire Antique and Lace Nantes
Ragans and busters. d. J. G0LDENBERG.
Staunton, May Is. .. La next door to the p O.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15
The Charleston Seceders.


The Richmond Enquirer, in an article on the
proceedings at Charleston, says: I'VE nave no
desire nor Intention at this time, to arouse Jeai
ousies or awaken conflicts by criticisms applied
to the course of those delegates who colncdeo
in principle with the retiring delegates, and YET
have omitted or delayed to cooperate in their
action. 1t may be that their course was the
most prudent" sc. But admitting all this"
it continues, 1--WE still vindicate, without reser-
walton or exception, the action of those delegates
who have retired from the Convention. Their
action was right-right in principle and expe-
dent in policy"
sAs to the ultimate action to be adopted at
Baltimore" it says, tive see but two alterna-
tives presented to the Democratic party. The
doctrine of protection in the Territories must
be finally rejected or accepted. If it is rejected,
as we have already indicated, its rejection VIII
involve the ACKNOWLEDGMENT of the Democratic
party, and separate nomination OF a Demo-
cratic candidate on the platform of CONSTITUTIONS
protection will inevitably ensue. fit is reject
ed, then the rejection must be uneqnivocal. II
the delegates who now compose the Convention
are willing to yield the point-if they are will
ing to tolerate the doctrine of Territorial sover-
eighty, then, by all means, let the issue be pre-.
sented in the most tangible forn-by the nomi
nation of Stephen A. Douglas. Mr.. Douglas has
taken bis position in fair and open manner
It is unjust to him, and unfair to the host 0
friends who sustain him and bis doctrine, tina
any compromise candidate shall be allowed t.
steal his thunder Much as we oppose his doc
trine of Territorial government, we would 10
finitey prefer to see him elected on the honestl.
avowed platform of Territorial sovereignty, rath
er than witness the election of a man who shal
consent to go before the people on platform
speaking one sentiment at the North and anothe
at the South" e s =.
The Enquirer conegdes by appealing to tn
Convention of Seceders which Mests ip Rich
nond on the 18th of JnEe, to take no decides
action until they shall be informed of the meas
ures adopted by the Baltimore Convention o
the 18th of that month.
So far as we have observed, the other Demo
cratic papers of Virginia, with few exceptions
do not agree with the Enquirer, but Sustain tn
course OF the Virginia delegation and censur
the Seceders. a. a4 @ gas
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

Only two of the Southern States, Alabama,
and South Carolina, have made any motion to-
wards the appointment Of delegates to the Rich
mond Convention, called by the seceders from
the party at Charleston: The Central Commit
tee OF Alabama have called State Convention
to meet on the first Monday of next month, and
meetings Of the people in some Of the districts
Of South Carolina have been called to decide
upon the course to be adopted.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-15

Governor Letcher has returnd from the North,
in company with Mr.. Ames, oBpringfeld, agent
of English manufacturers of machinery for an
armory. Mr.. Ames goes to Richmond to super
intend the location of State 4rmory, and con-
tracts are closed for the machinery at 1927 900.