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The Issue and the Ha1rsplitting Soma.
tors-The Platforms Already Made.


tors-The Platforms Already Made.
Our Washington correspondents advise us
that the democratic Senators had been holding
caucus in order to manufacture o platform
for the Charleston Convention and the coming
nominee of the democratic party.
We are sorry to see this We are sorry to
see that the democratic Senators so little under
stand the position of the country and them
selves as to undertake such useless labor. In
doing so they act not like statesmen, but like
parcel of children. They do not see the great
facts that loom up before them and over
shadow the whole country. They have yet
to learn that the issue on which the
coming fight is to be made, and the plat
forms upon which the candidates are to be
placed, have been formed and completed The
black republican leaders have been working at
and fashioning them for the last four years.
In making the issue on which they have deter
mined to stand, they have made it for all par
ties. That issue is the abolition of slavery, i'm
mediate or eventual, and the preservation
of the Union by force. This is the
proclamation of violent revolution,
which cannot be consummated in this country
without the utter destruction of society in ff
teen Southern States of the Union, and cor
responding breaking up in the Northern States.
Before such an issue as this there is but one po-
sitien to take and but one platform on which
to stand, and that is united and unhesitating
opposition to the revolutionary schemes of the
black republican party.
When grave Senator's meet in caucus to refine
parcel of metaphysical distractions, and dis
cuss and dispute whether this or that distinc-
ton, without difference, shall be advanced as
the creed Of the party-whether squatter sove.
reignty, or the jurisdiction Of the courts, or
the power Of Congress to legisate in the Terri
tories, shall be put forward as the theory to
be defended-they ignore the mighty truth that
their antagonists have proclaimed that the con-
stitution is an anti.slavery constitution, that it
should be administered in an abolition spirit
and that they will attain its administration, if
possible, and so administer it. We cannot be-
Ieye that this sh0ytsighted folly On the part Of
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THE PUBLIC PRINTING SCRAMsaE.-The House
made an effort yesterday to elect Printer.
There were two ballots, wAen the death Of Sena-
tor Frederick was aanOunced. and the matter
was postponed till to-day. The struggle is
now between Defiees, the Weed candidate and
GlossbrenDer the late Sergeant at Arms, the
msp who kept the members IN funds during
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s.'." men place among the chgs d'nscrss
of the art world. Its s.aihitor sbcsla nat an
to take 1t to Chicago. judging nv r,r.nt AZ.
velopements Of social Life in that city, tie exhi
bition of picture which has attained the pecu.
liar notoriety enjoyed by that Of Mr.. Pare
would prove exceedingly lucrative.
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The FINE ARTS IN THE PRovNCEs.-We see
that Pages "Venus' has been shown in the
principal cities and towns throughout the
country, and, judging from the journals, its ex-
hibitor has made rather good business opera
ton of it. In Boston the picture was admitted
within the classic portals of the Athenaum;
but at Philadelphia 1t was rigidly ruled out of
the Academy of Fine Arts. The Puritans of
the Yankee Athens, who claim greater de-
gree Of catholicism in art than can be found
elsewhere in the country, declared that there
was nothing indecent or impure in this picture,
the work of an artist who had been encouraged
and patronized by some of the first men in
Boston, while the Quakers in Philadelphia
took exactly the opposite view. The provin-
cial newspapers generally praise the picture
the editors zee nothing impure about IT, and
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angel Gabriel if he run on the democratic tick
ct. They are either placeholders or ci-deuant
spoilsmen, who hope to get another dash
at the Presidential kitchen, which was so fat
in Forney and Sidney Webster's time. Douglas
is little better off, but not much. In the
North and West there are few doubtful
States; and such is the decentralization of the
democracy that the number does not increase
materially by the lapse of time. Count out
New York, New Jersey Pennsylvania, Indiana
and Illinois, and the free States are irretrieva-
bly, lost to the democratic party. The man,
whomsoever he may be, that is put up at
Charleston, will owe his nomination, as well as
his election-if he should be elected-to South
ern votes; and the Southern delegates not
being mere politicians who count on being
plaseholders of some grade, high or low, will
not be found such convenient tools as the
wirepullers may imagine. As the bulk of the
democratic vote, pure and simple, must come
from the South; as Mr.. Douglas has declared that
he will accept the Charleston candidate and
platform, whoever he and whatever it may be;
as the conservative vote of the North may be
relied on by the South in any event, then it is
quite clear that it is the South and not the
North which will select the candidate. The
South has the game in its own hands, and the
delegates from that section will not be such
fools as to be blind to their own advantage.
Perhaps II would be just as well for the adj
herents of Mr.. Douglas and the supporters ii
poor Pierce to turn over these little matters in
their minds They will not find the South SO
pliable nor the climate of Charleston 80 genfai
as they may hope just at present,
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-
FOR CHILDREN TEETHING,
which greatly facilitates the process of teething, by
softening the gums, reducing infammation-will al.
lay all pain and sgasmodic action, and is TO REGU-
Depend upon it, mothers, it will give rest to your
We have put up and sold this article for over ten
years. and can say in confidence and truth of it. what
we have been able to say of any other medicine
never has it failed in single instance to effect
CURE when timely used. Never did we know an in
stance of dissatisfaction by any who has used it,
On the contrary, all delighted with it's operations
and speak in terms of highest commendation of its
magical effects and medical virtues. We speak in
this matter "wHAT WE DO KNOW, after ten years ex-
perience, and pledge reputation for the fuflment
of what we here declare. In almost every instance
where the infant is suffering from pain and exhaus-
ton, relief will be found in fifteen twenty minutes
after the syrup is administered. .a9.
This valuable preparation is the prescription Of
one of the most Experienced and Skillful Nurses in
New England, and has been used with never-failing
success in thousands of cases.
1t not only relieves the child from pain, but invg
crates the stomach and bowels, corrects acdity, and
gives tone and energy to the whole system. 1t will
almost instantly relieve Gripping in the Bowels and
Wind Collie, and overmore Commissions, which, if not
speedily remedied, end in death. We believe it the
best and surest remedy in the world in all cases of
|DYSENTERY and DIARRHEA in Children, arising
from teething, or from any other cause. We would
say to every mother who has a child suffering from
any of the foregoing complaints-do not let your
own preudices, nor the prejudices of others, stand
between your suffering child and the relief that will
be sure-yes, absolutely sure-tO follow the use of
this medicine, if timely used.
eay Full directions for using will accompany each
bottle. None genuine unless the facsimile of CUR
IT'S PERKINS, New York, is on the outside wrap
per.
Sold by Druggists throughout the world.
Principal Office, No. IL Cedar St., N. Y.
For rs sale e BY % ' Dr. ~ w. B. YOUNG, staunton.
June 26, 1S6O-lyif.
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VTIRGINIA.-At Rules held in the Clerks Office
Y of the Circuit Court for Augusta County, the
3rd day of September, 1860, Alexander J. Donald,
Plaintiff,
AGAINST
Samuel Humphreys, howard A. Humphreys, and
John M. Humphreys, Administrator of Samuel
Humphreys, decd.
The object of this suit is to attach the interest
the nonresident defendants, Samuel Humphreys and
Howard A. Humphreys in the estate real and person
al (and slaves) of their father, Samuel Humphreys,
of Augusta and to restrain the administrator and all
others from paying over or disposing of the same.
The defendants Samuel Humphreys and Howard A.
Humphreys not having entered their appearance, and
it appearing by satisfactory evidence that they
not residents of this Commonwealth It is ordered
that they appear here within one month after due
publication of this notice. and do what is necessary
protect sa. their 7as interest copyTSssatssn vv
NIRGINIA.--At Rules held in the Clerks Office
Y of the Circuit Court for Augusta County, the
Bird day of September, 1860, David Fultz Plaintiff,
AGAINST
Boyd Porter, VIM. B. Porter, VIM. H. Strain and
Mary B.. his wife, defendants.
object of this suit is to obtain the instruction
the Court as to the disbursement of fund in the
hands of the plaintiff commissioner of this Court in
the of Porter Sharps heirs, among the heirs
of Joseph Sharp, decd.
The Defendants not having entered their appear
ance and it appearing by satisfactory evidence that
they not residents of this Commonwealth 1t is
due publication of this notice. and do what is
sary to protect their interest.
A Copy-Teste,
Sept. 4, 1860. A. F. KINNEY, CPk
MOTTO E.-Notice is hereby given to all whom il
IN may concern, that shall, guardian of Willie
Fackler, Virginia Fackler, and Amanda Fackler
make application by petition to the Circuit Court o.
Augusta county, the 9Th day of the November term
thereof. 1861 in accordance with the provisions Of
Chapter l29 of the Code of Virginia. for authority te
receive and remove to the Territory of Kansas in
which my said wards reside, all personal property in
the State of Virginia belonging to my said wards.
JOHN M. FACKLER, Guardian.
By SHEFFEY & BUMGARDNER, his AttVs.
Sept 4, l860.-4t.
d SO REWARD.-Ran away from the subscri
DCV Der, miles north west of Staunton, neal
Churchville, on Sunday morning last, Negro Mar
named BILL. He is about % years of age, of very
dark complexion heavy set fine countenance, and il
very valuable farm hand. He has very heavy head
of hair. He is supposed to have large black dog
with him. No scars or marks known.
The above reward will be given if he is taken out
the county and secured so that get him, and 1925
taken in the county. JOHN MYERS
Sep. 4, 1S60.-2t Churchville, Va.
JOHN TYLER. WIN. H. TYLER.
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Important advices reach US from Mexico by
way of New Orleans, at which port the steam
ship Austin has arrived, from Brazos on the
3Oth ult A battle was fought Oh the 10th at
Lagos, between Miramon and Degollado. Mira
mon, with twenty-eight hundred men, attempted
to cut his way through Degollado's forces, by
which he was surrounded. The fight lasted five
days, and resulted in Degollado's favor. Mira
mon was wounded, bnt succeeded in making his
escape with few of his cavalry. He lost all
his artillery, however, and the remainder of his
army were taken prisoners. Miramon, at last
accounts, was in full flight. The news is to be
received, like all Mexican intelligence, with i'm
portant allowances for probable exaggeratioD.
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LIFE INSURANCE..

i is now fully prepared for business, and the at
tention of the public is earnestly called to the import
of its objects. This company under its charter,
divides eighths of its profits every three years.
among the policy holders, thereby giving the assured
the advantages of the mutual system with the pledge
of perpetual Capital Stock of 100000, and the ad-
ded security that its Stockholders have permanent
moneyed interest in conducting its affairs with pru
dence and economy.
The Charter requires that one half of the Capital
Stock and Earnings to be invested In Bond and Mort
gage unincumbered Real Estate, worth double the
amount.
The chief object of the company to aid in retain
ing at home the immense amount of money which
goes annually from State for Life Premiums to
Northern Companies. That money viii be loaned to
customers for term of years. at legal interest, and
disbursed in our midst.
Endowments and Annuites granted. Life and
term Policies issued low rates other good Com
panies. Slaves insured for year. for term of
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Recently an enterprising lover was condemned
by New York Court to pay fine OF $zo i 10,
having embraced widow lady against her Will III;
1t appears that the people of Canada put still
higher price mon kisses snatched from their
bellies. The following is from the Canada Cour-
Ter: "Not long ago, in parish below Quebec,
q youpg man of nineteen years, named G. A,
wishing to testify the affection with which q
damsel of the neighborhood had inspired him,
seized her as she was going quietly along the
public way, and in spite of her resistance gave
her salute upon the cheek. The young girl,
being unaccustomed to this sort of treatment,
and little offended by the manner of the deed,
brought civil action against him; but, before
the cause came to trial, by an amicable arrange
rnent she compromised the matter for $50. In
truth, it is paying little dear for the pleasure
found in kiss!
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LOOK AND READ.

~ FOR SALE.-This property is located miles
Northwest of Staunton, on the Stage Road from
Staunton to Stribling Springs The farm contains
353A Acres of good and productive land. The
Mill is large frame building, running pair burrs
and pair choppers The water wheels are new
For Touring purposes it is considered the best loca
ton in the county
The above property is offered for lepr1yatey, and
any wishing more particular information will adj
dress the undersigned at Churchville, Augusta co..
Va. JOSEPH WILSON, SR.
July 10, .-6mo.-Rock. Reg.
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Q ANGERSVILLE p II o Il e II E'Y F 0 r
- SALE.-In pursuance of decree of the Circuit
Court of Augusta county, made in the cause of Eavy
plaintiff and B. F. Messick defendant will proceed,
in the town of Sangersyllle on THURSDAY. the 27TH
OF SEPTEMBER next, to SELL at public sale, HOUSE
AND LOT in said town, sold by the plaintiff to the
Defendant. The house is very comfortable and the
lot is good garden.
TERMS in six, twelve and eighteen months. in
equal insalments; the purchaser to give bonds with
good personal security, the title to be retained as
additional security. N. K. TROUT, Comm'r.
Aug. 49, 1860.
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TOR SALE OR RENT.-Having determined
IL to change my business, will, on FRIDAY, THE
18TH DAY OF OCTOBER next offer for sale, Cor rent for
a term of years,) my MILL PROPERTY on Kerrs
Creek 81 miles North west of Lexington, and known
as the "Blg Spring Mills These mills are situated
in one of the best grain growing neghborhoods in the
Valley of Virginia and now doing frstrate bus.
iness The mills are driven mostly by Spring water
so it freezes in winter nor gets scarce OF wa
ter in summer. There are two comfortable Dwell
LING HOUSES, one OF which is new.
There about Acres of Land in Lots lying around
the mills and about 25 Acres of Wood Land, two miles
from the mills, which will furnish frewood for num-
Der of years.
The property is in good neighborhood, and is
convenient to Churches and Schools, and everything
necessary to make it desirable residence
Persons wishing to purchase will please come and
examine for themselves.
Terms made known on day of sale.
Sept 4, l86O-tds. JOHN CHAPLIN. SR.
TRUSTEE'S SALE OF VALUABLE Ora
i ZINC LAND IN THE COUNTY OF HIGH
LANDRY virtue of deed of trust executed to me
on the 7th day of April last. by Lewis Davis and wife
and duly recorded in the Clerks Office in Highland
county, will offer for sale in front of the Courthouse
door, in Monterey ON THE 3rG DAY OF OCTOBER, 1860.
one undivided half of tract of land containing
337a acres, lying in Crab Bottom in the county OF
Highland; adjoining the lands of Geo w. Hull, Rob.
Sterrett and Others The largest part of this land is
cleared and well set in grass, the balance in good
timber; indeed it is thought to be one of the best
grazing property in the State is to Mills and
Churches and is well worthy the attention of any per-
son wishing to buy grazing land.
Terms - One-thrd cash in hand the balance in
one and two years. interest from day of sale Title
retained until last payment is made.
vited to call upon Col P. H. Kinkead. who will show
it to them SAMUEL A. WILSON, Trustee.
Sept. q. 1860.
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No CHANoE.-"Whilst shall give to Brock
inridge and Lane, the nominees of the Balti-
more neutrality-suspicious. of tried patriot
ism and sound principles-a hearty and cordial
support, see no prospect Of their election, either
By the people or otheroise.-Hon. JAS L. Orr,
of s. G. se1Ethl
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MRS. WINSLOW.

An experienced nurse and female physician, has
Soothing Syrup for children teething, which greatly
facilitates the process of teething, by softening the
gums reducing all lnfammation-will allay all pain,
and is sure to regulate the bowels Depend upon it,
mothers it will give rest to yourselves and relief and
health to your infants Perfectly safe in all cases.
~ See advertisement in another column.
June 26. 1860.
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DIED.

In Stanton, on Saturday morning last, Mrs. MARY
WARDEN, after protracted illness.
At his residence in this county, Saturday last,
Capt WIN. 5. You've, for many years citizen OF
Staunton.
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Sale of Delinauent Landss

i ty, on the 4th Monday, IN September neat, Sand
each day thereafter until completely the ioIOw
ing described parcels of Land and Town lois,
have been returned for non-payment OF Ia1es'-
To wit
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NOTICE.-Will be sold, on SATURDAY, THE 22ND
IN DAY OF SEPTEMBER, a HOUSE LOT in Green.
vile. The lot contains about two Acres and
the house is large and convenent suitable for
chant, boarding school, entertainment, very conve-
nent location for physician and is at this time
cupied by one lrge and convenient Stable and
other buildings About SO select bearing fruit trees,
we'll of good water near the house, and running wa
ter in the stable yard.
Terms easy and no money required in hand.
Possession given about the LIST Of Oct next.
Sept 4, 1860. JAMES N. LILLEY.
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SPECIAL NOTICES.
GREAT REMEDIES J!

To cure severe Cough or Cold use -
DIR. Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry.
To cure Whooping Cough, Group or Bronchitis, use
DIR. WISTAR'S Balsam of Wild CHERRY.
To arrest predisposition to consumption, use
DIR. WZS7AR'S BALSAM OF WILD CHERRY!
To cure Dyspepsia or Indigestion, use
THE ORIGINATED BTTTERS.
To Cure Asthma, Ascidity or Heart Burn, use
The Oxygenated Bitters.
These Remedies perform all they promise. They
relieve suffering disease restore health, thus a
fording consolation and comfort to the sick and
afflicted, where Encouragement and suffering existed
before.
CLYDE WAYNE Co., N. Y, March TO- 1857.
Messrs. s. W. Fowle & Co IL am happy to state
that have used the Oxygenated Bitters in my prac
tce for the last three years in the treatment of Dys
pepsia, General Debility Indigestion. and Affections
of the Liver with the most satisfactory results and
would cheerfully recommend to those suffering from
these distressing diseases to give this valuable med
icine trial
Respectfully yours,
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TYLER & SON,
GENERAL COMMISSION MERCHANTS

1874 Cary st. Richmond, Va,
COLLECT cOnsignments of Tobacco, Flour, Wheat,
- Corn, Butter and Country Produce generally, to
the sale of which, and selection of goods ordered their
senior partner John Tyler, formerly of Scotsville,
with business experience of over 80 years,) will
give his personal attention.
Richmond, Sept 4, 1s6O-10mo.
XXTANTED.-By young lady of Southern birth
w and graduate of one of the Southern Instftu-
tons, well qualified to teach the English Branches
and Worsted Work, desires situation. References
as to character and qualifications can be given.
Address, without delay, NJ. A. G.
Charlottesville, Albemarle co., Va.
Sept. 4, 1S6O.-4w.
A GENTS WANTED.-I want several agents
"A to sell Amos Lyons Celebrated Patent COPPER
LIGHTNING RODS in the State of Georgia. Persons
of good business qualifications and undoubted homes
ty, desrous OF profitable employment will find it to
their interest to call the subscriber Immediately.
Staunton, Sept. 4, 1860. J. II. BASKIN.
GEO. A. BLAKEMORE,
ATTORNEY AT LAW,
pPOP0SES to practice in Pendleton and the ad-
l. joining counties
Sept. A, 1S60.-3t.
SITUATION WANTED.-A young lady de-
~ sres situation a teacher either in school or
in family She will teach the English Branches and
French. Good references can be given.
Address F. NJ, jennings Gap,
Aug ~, lS60.-3ts.~ Augusta county, Va.
A MOTHER IMPROVEMENT has be e n
IA made in the lot of GLASS FRUIT JARS just
received. Calland see them. G. E. PRICE.
Staunton Aug. IA, 1860.
GENUINE FRENCH MUSTARD for sale BY
" P. II. TROUT Il co.
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Alfred Plumb, sr's., Admir-, &C..

COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.-The parties
~ to the above named suit and all others interest
THE 18th OF SEPTEMBER, 1860, at my office, in Staun
ton begin execution of the order of account and en-
qury made by the Circuit Court OF Augusta county,
In said cause on the 9th of June, 1850; and that
shall continue said business at the same place until
completed. by making such adjournment thereof from
time to time in my Judgment will expedite its sat
isfactory accomplishment: They Will, therefore be
mated, prepared then, such other day may be
adjourned to, to furnish me by witnesses or other
OF information, all the materials necessary for
: ''-p'''' 'N' JOHN N. HENDREN, Comm'r..
Aug. %, 1sso.-4t.
ITO PASCHAL DAVIS AND POLLY, HIS WIFE,
i CHRIS. CARLILE AND JANE CARLILE,-
Take notice that shall proceed, MONDAY, THE lsr
son, in Mcdowell Highland county, Va, to take the
dispositions of James Myers. Henry McDorman and
others to be read evidence in the hearing of suit
in chancery. pending in the Circuit Court OF High
land county, in which am plaintiff and you are de-
PENDANTS. If the taking OF saiddepostons should not
be commenced or completed on the day aforesaid the
taking thereof will be adjourned from day to day and
place to place until the same are finished
Aug. %, 1860.-4w. SAM'L MOVERS.
A BLACKSMITH WANTED.-I want to
II employ good BLACKSMITH to work for me
by the year. None need apply without being well
recommended as sober man and good workman;
For further particulars address the undersigned at
Deerfeld, Augusta CO., Va. 4. CRAIG.
Aug 81, 1860.-tf.
Q TTUATfON WANTED.-A young man Of
y good morals and steady habits, wants situation
as a teacher liz Classical School. References given
if required. Address, Immediately,
j. II. WHITMORE,
Aug %, 1S6O-3t.* Parnassus, Augusta CO., VA.
ERUIT CANs.-We have just received a large
IL lot of Glass Fruit CANS, which can be sold at re.
duced prices. MOSBY, TAYLOR h FULTZ.
Staunton, July "a, 1860.
CTRAW AND FODDER CUTTERS. of
- different patterns, for sale by
WOODS & GILKESON.
Staurton, Aug. q, 1850.