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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
ssFree.Slaves.''

We have been requested by the Mayor to call
attention to the 9th and 7th sections of the 1O4th
chapter of the Oode-and to say, that whenever
an offender is brought before him or any Justice,
the law will be enforced:
"Any person permitting a slave under his con-
troll to go at large trade as freeman, or hire
himself out, for the benefit of any person what
ever shall forfeit not less than ten nor more than
thirty dollars; and if the person so permitting,
hold the slave as personal representative. guar
dian, curator or committee, he shall pay the fine
out of his own estate, and not out of that held
by him as such fiduciary."
"Any person mag, and officers shall, with or
without warrant, arrest any slave as to whom
there is violation of the preceding section and
carry him before Justice, who, on due proof OF
the fact, shall commit him to Jail, unless recogni
zance be given. If the master be adjudged gull
ty the fine shall be imposed, and lfhe fail to pay
the fine, jalsfees, and all COSTS the slave shall be
sold or an execution be issued"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
Virginia Legislature.


In speaking of the Legislature OF this oea'e'
which will assemble on the 7th inst., tne Dal''-
more American says that it would like 10 see,
besides the able Wing members DOW ~ 'aa'
body, such representatives of the old Line
Wings as Wm. H. Macfarland, Wm. Y. Hlves'
Robert E. Scott, George ". Summers anu o'her
gentlemen and statesmen of acknowledged pro
eminence in intellect and conservatism. "e
should like to hear the Prestons, oneHeys auu
Baldwins of the Valley and Southwestern VIZ
ginia; the Witchers and Bruces OF the ooutnsloe'
the Capertons, Prices, Jacksons, Wllieys' Oh Tue
Northeast; the Wattses, Carriers, aud otners' ol
Tidewater. The American very properly says
that it greatly mistakes the character ana 'eh-
per of Virginia if she fail to insist upon all 'na'
is right, from every section, and refuses 10 SUD-
NIT to aught that is wrong from any quar1ef.-
She will never be coerced by North or ooath
neither intimidated from her purpose by federal
bayonets, nor dragged" behind the car OF South
Carolina Secession.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
Four Negroes Drowned.

On Wednesday last-the day after Christmas
-four free negroes were drowned in the Shen-
endoah river in Rockingham county, few miles
below Port-Republic. They were in boat try
ing to cross the river between the farms Ct
Messrs. Jacob Strayer and J. F. Lewis, which are
situated respectively on the West and East side
of the River. One fell out, whereupon the 9TH
er three ran to the same end of the boat to rem
der him assistance, which caused that end of the
bbat to sink, and all three we're then thrown
into the water, and as they could not swim, all
were drowned. They we're all found the next
day, and were buried upon the farm of Mr.
Strayer.
1t is believed that they were under the inf1n-
ence of liquor, as bottle was found in the pock
ct of one. They also bad deck of cards and
some counterfeit money about them.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
Thirtv-sixtb Congress-second session.

Th1rty.Slxth COngress-SecOnd SesSlOns
MONDAY, Dec. 24th.-In the United States
Senate to-day Mr.. Pugh submitted resolutions
recommending the Legislatures of the States to call
National Convention for the amendment of the
Constitution. Senators Douglas, Bigler and Da-
Wis also submitted resolutions proposing amend
ments to the Constitution, all of which we're re-
ferred TO the Special Committee of Thirteen
The bill for the admission of Kansas into tho o.
aion being under consideration, Senator Nichol-
son addressed the Senate in reply to Mr.. Wade.
| In the House letter was read from Messrs.
McQneeD, Bonham, Boyce and Ashmore, of the
South Carolina delegation in which they announ-
ced the secession of that State, and dissolved
their connection with Congress. The letter ex-
presses feeling of respect for those from whom
the delegation separate and the wish that the re-
ations of South Carolina with the Government
may be friendly. The House ordered the print
ing of the letter. Both Houses have adjourned
over until Thursday.
The Sneaker of the House has ordered the re-
tention of the South Carolina delegation on the
roll of the House, not to officially recognize
the secession of the States.
THURSDAY, Dec. 27th.-The proceedings of
Congress to-day were not important. The Senate
debated the bill for the organization of the Ter
ritory of Arizona. In the course of the debate,
in which various Senators participated, Mr.. Ben
| jamin said that the secession of South Carolina
from the Union would be officially announced on
Monday, when the question would await decision
whether that State was to be permitted to peac
eably retire. The Senate adjourned over until
Monday. The House proceedings were unimpor-
tant and it adjourned early from the want of a
quorum.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
Border States.

The members of Congress from the Border
slave States have held a consultation with the
view of concentrating all the Southern States on
basis of Compromise, aud an address or recon-
mendation has been prepared proposing meet
ing of Commissioners from the Border States, to
for conference in relation to the secession of the
Cotton States and the preparation of plan of
action
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

Ayres American Almanac for 1861 is now
ready for delivery gratis, at Eichelberger's, who
will be happy to supply all that call for them
Every family should have and keep this book
1t is worth having. Comprising much general
information of great value; it gives the best in
struction for the cure of prevalent complaints,
are worth bnshel of wheat, and its medicinal
advice is worth to the sick, the wheat's weight
in gold. Many of The medical almanacs are
trash but this is solid metal Its calculations
are made purposely for this latitude and are
therefore correct. Gall and get an Ayre's AL
manac, and when got, keep it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

~ The Richmond Enquirer advises
Maryland and Virginia promptly to interpose
to prevent Mr.. Lincolns Inauguration at Wash
ington, by taking possession of the Capitol
without delay. 1t says such a step will be una
voidable, sooner or later In another article in
the same issue, It says:
If the Governor of Maryland, influenced by
timidty or actuated by treachery, shall longer
delay to permit the people of that State to pro-
tect themselves, can there not be found men bold
and brave enough to unite with Virginians in
seizng the Capitol at Washington and the Fed
eral defences within the two States2
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
Ball POSfnNned.

We are requested to state that the West Au-
gusta Guard have been compelled to postpone
the Grand Military aud Civic Ball until the 22d
day of February next Their inability to pro
cure suitable room we understand is the cause
of the postponement. Persons having purchased
tickets can get back their money by calling on
those from whom they obtained them. The
Committee of Arrangements tender their thanks
to the community for their generous proffers of
patronage.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
More Resignations i'm the cabinet.

The South Carolina Commissioners sent to
Washington to negotiate with the Federal Gov
ernment, complained that the evacuation of fort
Moultrie by Maj. Anderson was a violation of
the agreement entered into between the Presi-
dent and the authorities of South Carolina, and
demanded that the President should order him
back to Fort Moultrie, but the President has re-
fused to do that, and has refused to withdraw
the United States forces from Charleston harbor,
and Mr.. Floyd, Secretary of War, has resigned
his position in the Cabinet. The resignation is
an ascertained fact, and the Presidents decision
may be fairly inferred as the producing cause
Mr.. Thompson, the Secretary of the Interior,
and Mr.. Thomas, the recently appointed Secre-
tary of the Treasury, are also inclined to with
draw
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

THE RECONSTRUCTED CABINET The Senate
having confirmed Edward M. Stanton as Attor
ney-General, the Cabinet is now constituted as
follows:
Secretary of State, Jeremiah s. Black, of
Pennsylvania, vice Cass resigned. Secretary of
Treasury, Philip F. Thomas, of Maryland, vice
Cobb resigned. Secretary of Interior, Jacob
Thompson, of Mississippi. Secretary of Navy,
Isaac Toucey, of Connecticut. Secretary of War,
John B. Floyd, of Virginia. Attorney General,
Edward NJ. Stanton, of Penn, vice Black, pro-
noted. Postmaster General, Jacob Holt, of
Kentucky.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

The Senate Committee of Thirteen have been
unable to agree upon any proposition of sett le-
ment, aad will report that fact to the Senate
On Friday they voted down the propositions sub
mitted by Senators Douglas and bigger. The
House Select Committee yesterday adopted, by
nearly unanimous vote, the proposition to SO
amend the Constitution as to prohibit Congress
sional interference with slavery in the States
where it exists
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
Harris, Ex'r, and ais

vs.. of
Kinney, Receiver, and ais. Augusta County.
SEPH MONTGOMERY, DEC'D.-TAKE NO
TICE-That, in pursuance of an order of the Circuit
Conrt of Augusta County, IN the above cause, will,
on WEDNESDAY,. THE 3OrH DAY OF JANUARY next, at
nv office in Saunton, proceed to stake state and set
tie an account showing the costs and counses fees
paid by each of the parties plaintiff and defendant
hereto the prosecution of the suits Of Woods Rep
VS. Brooks Ex'r and ais, and Menzies' Admir- vs..
Court below, and also the expenses incurred by each
of them in attending to the prosecution of said suits
and apportion the among the said parties" &C.,
at which time and place you are required to attend
JOS. A. WADDELL, Comm'r
noo OK 1oR0-4ts
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

Gov. Moore has issued a proclamation conve.
ming the Legislature of Alabama, to provide by
State laws for any emergency that may arise from
the action of the Convention. The Legislature
will assemble on the 14th of January. The Con-
vention meets on the 17th.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
Fort Moultrie and Castle Pinkney Taken.

Fort MOuItTle and Castle Plnkney Taken.
Castle Pinkney and Fort Moultrie are occupied
by the State troops of South Carolina, under the
instructions of the Governor of the State, to
hold peaceable possession of these forts, and for
the purpose of protecting Government property.
Castle Pinckney and Fort Moultrie was held by
about twelve men, who peacebly surrendered
There was no colision:and none were anticipated
when the troops left the city to garrison these
forts.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
DIED.

At VIM. S. Hangers On Christians Greek, on the
7th Oh December, Of dropsy, G. d. B. ALrAFER, aged
years, 9 months and days.
Children, like the early flower,
Often droop and loose their bloom
Pass away in chlldhood's hour
To the cold and silent tomb.
Of Dptheria at Sangersvile, Augusta CO., Va, af-
ter very brief illness, GEORGE b. of Philip and
Jemims Wits aged years, months and day =
His remains deposited the graveyard attached
to Sangersville Church-funera sermon by Rev. Geo.
Rlmel to a large and serious congregation Little
George possessed amiable dispositcn and was the
favorite OF his parents brother and sisters. They
have sympathies of their relatives and friends in
their sad and unexpected bereavement.
The icy hand of death
Has touched this tender flower,
And borne away its breath
9 - Within deeting hour. NJ. s. B.
e9F VIM and Rock Reg please copy 6
On the Long Glade, on the 18th inst, Miss MARGA.
RET g., daughter of Mr.. Alex. R. Bell. Though the
subject of this notice did not go to the grave in ma
ture age, she did go "a shock o corn fully ripe
Consumption had fixed its angs in her vtals and re-
moved her IN the morning OF her days. but her soul
ripe for heaven. While still quite young she
embraced the Savior and publicly proessed her faith
in Him, by uniting with the Messy Greek Church
since that time her life has been that of christian
her death was most calm and peacefui--really fall
ing asleep in Jesus she fully realized the truth that
s'jesGs can make a. dying bed
Feel soft as downy pillows are"
Her ransomed spirit now reoices in the Paradise of
God, free from all suffering and sin and sorrow.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

A JUST REBUKE.-To some citizens of Rich
mond, Va, who desired to borrow cannon
from the authorities for the purpose of firing a
salute to the independent sovereignty of South
Carolina, Governor Letcher replied that it had
not been customary to loan State arms to fire
partisan salutes
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
National Fast Day.

We hope that Friday next will be observed
by our citizens as a day of humiliation and
the President. We suppose business generally
will be suspended during that day. Religious
services will be held in all the churches of this
place at IL o'clock, A. NJ
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

W We regret that the publication Of half
sheet this week makes it impossible to publish
the interesting communication sent US from Hut
louisville, and by the next week the news it con-
tains will be somewhat stale.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

~ The STAUNToN SPECTATOR hav-
ing as large circulation as any paper
published in Western Virginia, has no
superior in this section of country as an
advertising medium.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
MARRIED.

BY the Rev. W. G.. Campbell, on the s5th of Dec,
HUGH KELso to Miss MARY NJ. GLENDY, OF iiockbridge
county,
On the same day by the same, Mr.. Cas- +. BALI
LEY OF charlottesville to Miss FANNIE E. BAsHAw. Of
Augusta county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

a CENTRAL CoNFEDERAoY.-Ex-Gov More
head, of North Carolina, has expressed himself
in favor of Oonfederacy of the Central free and
slave States, in the event of dissolution of the
present Union. He urges, however, that the
whole Union should be preserved ifpossible, and
he goes for this great Central Union as the last
resort.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

The Vicksburg tMiss.) Wing says: Vat the
lowest possible estimate it will cost twenty-five
millions of dollars to maintain the State OF Mis-
sissppi out of the Union. Ali of this will have
to be raised by direct taxation on her people
Are they ready for any such emergencya
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

W Gov. Letcher is ln favor of Central
Oonfederacy if the Cotton States secede, and is
opposed to State Convention. The Governor
is about right. The Enquirer is trying to in.
timidate him. It will not succeed
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

! ~ Gov. Hicks, of Maryland, persists in bis
refusal to call State Convention, and says that
he will await the action of Virginia, Missouri
and Kentucky
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

H The citizens of Pittsburg have resolved
the ordnance from the arsenal, though protest
ing against the removal as inopportune and i'm
polite.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
S.-Mr. Floyd has since resigned.

A Washington correspondent of the Baltimore
American" says that when, on Friday last, it
was announced that the "Rattle-snake flag" as
it is here called, was flying over Fort Moultre,
Castle Pinckney, and the Custom House, at
Charleston, the "Ssar Spangled Banner" having
been hauled down to make place for what claims
to be foreign flag, loud and deep indignation
was expressed, accompanied with denunciation
of the imbecilty of the President in no meas
ured terms.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
SPECIAL NOTICES.
TO COnsl1nlpfiyes

THE Advertiser, having been restored to health in
flow weeks by very simple remedy, after hav.
ng suffered several years with severe lung ection
and that dread disease, Consumption anxious to
make known to his fellow sufferers the means Of cure
To all who desire it, he will send copy of the pre-
scrpton used ree of charge with the directions for
using the same, which they will find q sure cure for
Consumption, Asthma, Bronchitis. de- The only
obectofthe advertiser in sending the Prescription is
to benefit the afflicted and spread information which
he conceives to be invaluable, and he hopes every
sufferer viii try his remedy, as 1t will cost them moth
ing and may prove blessing ss s1sv af.i g
Parties wishing the prescription will please ad-
dress REV, EDWARD A.. WILSON.
Willamsburgh, Kings county, New York. &
Oct. 9. lS60-1y. s -e q
MRS. WINNLOW. - m - :.
An experienced nurse and female physician, has a
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gums reducing all inflammation allay ali pain
and is sure to regulate the bowels Depend upon it,
mothers 1t VIII give rest 70 yourselves and relief and
~ See advertisement in another column. a3.
June 26. 1860. NJ, seoss
W CoUGHs. The sudden changes of our climate
are sources of PULMONARY, BRONCHIAL and AsrHmAr-
&c AFFECTIONS. Experience having proved that sim
pie remedies often act speedily and certainly when ia
ken in the early stages of the disease recourse should
at once be had to "Broaus's Bronchial Iroches' or
Lozenges, let the Cold, Cough, or Irritation of the
Throat be ever so slight e bv this precaution
serious attack be etfectually warded off, PUBLIC
SPEAKERS and SINGERS will find them effectual for
Strengthening the voice. a9
az See advertisement
Nov, 27, 1860-6mo
THE PECULIARITIES. of the female constitution
and the various trials to which the sex is subjected
demand an occasional vecourse to stimulants 1t is
important, however, tha#xbese shall be of harmless
nature aus at the same~rae accomplish the desired
end Hostetter's celebrated Stomach Bitters is the
very article Its effects in all of debility al
most magical. 1t restores the tone of the digestive
organs, 1nfnses fresh vitality into the whole system
and gives that cheeruness to the temperament which
is the most valuable to feminine attractions. The
propretors feel fattered from the .a that many of
the most prominent medical gentlemen in the Union
have bestowed encomiums upon the Btters, the vir-
tues OF which they have frequently tested and ao-
knowledged. There are numerous counterfeis offer
ed for sale all of which are destitute of merit and
positively injurious to the system. -a ~
See advertisement in another column
Jan. l, 1S6I-1mo.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

H Gov Magofin has called an extra ses-
sion of the Kentucky Legislature, to meet on the
18th of January, to consider the distracted con-
dition of the country.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
New Year.

| We greet our subscribers with the congratula-
tions of the New Year, and hope they will be
happier, more prosperous, and better contented
during this than any previous yeat.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

H General Scott is reported to have sub
mitted to the President plan for blockading
Charleston and strongly reinforcing all the
Southern forts
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

nIXON FARM FOR SALES ArURpAY.
IL FEB. Q, 1S6l.-As commissioner of the Circuit
Court of Augusta in the case of Dixon's widow vs.
Dixon and ais, will sell at public auction on the
premises, the day above named, three parcels of
the FARM belonging to the estate of David s. Dixon
decd, viz:
/. IS acres, roods and 81 poles allotted by com.
missioners to the children of said D. s. Dixon
Q. S3 acres 2 roods and 27 poles of the same IN
another parcel.
g. The buildings and improvements, and Al acres
roods and % poles of land subject to the widows
dover.
The manner in which these lands are divided can
be seen by application to the Clerk of the Circuit
Court. or VIM A. Burkett, residing on the premises,
or to the undersigned.
TERMS Six. twelve, eighteen and twenty.four
months credit from the day of sale-bonds and per-
sona security required and the title retained as ut
mate security. Thus. w. MCCUE, Comm'r.
JAN l. 1S61.-Vin copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
Snow.

1t commenced showing here on Saturday night,
and continued, without cessation, till the mid
die of Sunday night. 1t fell to the depth of
about 16 or 18 inches.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

~ Advices from Jacksonville, Florida, O
the Oath, state that from the returns of the re-
cent elections in that State, four-ffths of The
Convention will 60 for immediate secession.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

H A despatch from Springfield, ILL.,, an
nounces that Mr.. Lincoln has rendered cabinet
appointment to Hon. David Wilmot, of PepDsyl-
vania, the author of the "Wiimot proviso."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

A pleasant travelling companion, and one that
no traveller should be without, is Perry Davis
Pain Killer A sudden attack of diarrhea, dys-
entery, or cholera morbus can be efectually and
instantaneously relieved by it. 1t is equally ef-
fectual in curing scalds, burns, &c. Sold every
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

Ey Gov. Houston has called an extra session
of the Texas Legislature, to meet on the 2lst OF
January.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

H Charleston is the ouly city of any prom
inence in the Union in which the population has
decreased during the past ten years.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01
ORKNEY SEMINARY.
SHENENDOAH CO., VA.
REV, G.. W. AUGINBAUGH, A. M. Prin,

TIME duties of this institution will be resumed on
| the End of January, 1861. The Principal devotes
his whole time to the interests of his pupils.
Board. Washing. Fuel and Lights $ll2 per scholas
r:W For particulars apply for circular.
Jan Il, lS61-3tss
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-01-01

i derslgned, as commissioners of the Circuit Court
of Bath county. in the cause therein between VIM.
e. Rivercomb and others, plaintiffs, and Esther Boil
lar and others, defendants, will proceed in front of
the 8rH DAY OF JANUARY 1861, to sell at public auc-
ton, to highest bidder, three likely NEGROES, (two
men and one gir,) upon credit of months, except
the costs of sae with interest from the day of
SALE Bonds with good personal security will be re-
quired of the purchasers.
WM. WM. 4. 4. FEHEfGoMB' FEKERGf', comm'rs