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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01
Louisiana 0sat.

The State of Louisiana has seeded from
the Union. This makes the sixth State
that has dissolved their connection with the
Federal Government, and assumed inde-
pendence. Texas will doubtless shortly fol-
low.
It should be borne in mind that if Vir-
ginia expects to accomplish anything to-
wards the settlement of our national difficult
ties, she must do it by taking firm posi-
ton through her Convention. We want
neither secession or Submission, but firm and
prompt action. Let the people, then, vote
for men for the Convention who are not a.
fraid to speak out at once:
The Governor of Maryland still refuses
to convene the Legislature. The President
of the Senate and Speaker of the House,
have addressed letter to the people of the
State on the subject, reviewing the position
Maryland is made to assume by the action
Of Gov. Hicks, and submit the consequent
ces to the action or will of the people.
Kansas has been admitted into the u
nicn It remain to be seen now how pee
pie who cannot support themselves or keep
from starving, will | e able to carry on State
government. Kansas Territory has beer
bleeding and starving for years. We want
to see what Kansas State is going to do.
Tie grand jury in Washington city was
very active last week to ascertain whether
there was plot to seize the government OF
the 4th of March. It resulted in smoke
No evidences of any conspiracy, or anything
of the kind could be ferreted out.
It is stated that band of men waited OF
Gov. Letcher, recently, and offered to take
forcible possession of Fortress Monroe, bu
the proposition did not meet with the appro
val of Gov. Letcher.
Edgar Snowdcn, David Fusten and VIM
H. Fowler, Esqs arc candidates for III,
State Convention, in Alexandria. TIL
county sends but one delegate.
James Barbour and J. L. Ssripgfellow
, Esqs- are candidates for the State Conyen
Ftion, in Culpepcr county.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

We publish in to-day's paper the resolu-
tons adopted by the Legislature of South
Carolina in response to Virginia's action in
sending Commissioner to the Southern
States. The spirit Of these resolutions is
anything but encouraging. They cannot,
in our opinion, be too severely censured
making their appearance, as they do, when
the heart Of the nation is yearning for
peace.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

We warn the people against sensation
dispatches and paragraphs. There have
teen numerous limitations Of concessions
on the part Of the Republicans, but to-day's
information is contradicted by tomorrow s
statements. We appeal to the common
sense of the people to adjudge this canvass
by the merits of the case. It is duty no
less due to them than to the country, thata
wise and conservative discretion be exercis-
ed in the selection Of delegates.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01
Speech OF mfr. Skinner.

We were unable to attend at the Court
House on last Monday night to hear the
speech Of James Fl. Skinner, ESQ. We
understand however that it was mastery
discussion of current political questions, and
close and anylitical elucidation of govern
mental principles: Whilst we are not pre-
pared to endorse all the views Mr.. Skinner
cntertains in regard to our present affairs
we will do hinh the credit to state that h,
always advances his arguments and opin
ions with great deal of candor and frank
ness. aud discusses his positions with clear
uass and courtesy.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01
Hay Scales.

Ever since the destructive freskets of last
Summer, by which the foundation of the
Hay Scales was washed away that useful
town improvement has been non est inven>
tus. We call the attention of the Town
Council to this fact, and urge upon them
the imperative necessity Off once putting
the Hay Scales ia order. Il is convent
ence the benefits of which almost every eli t.
izen feels, and we trust they will at once
be rebuilt. We deem it only necessary to
remind the Council of the omission, be-
leving that they will promptly order them
to be placed in weighing order.
If the town authorities willnot 60 to the
expense of fixing up the Scales, if they will
give the authority, there are g number Of
public spirited citizens who will, provided
they can have the revenue from them for
their trouble and OUTLAY.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

STACNroN, Jan. 81, 1861.
To lMessrs W. II. Pegtea, Geo. Il. Price, james H.
Skinner and others
GENTLEMEN: Your friendly and fattering note
of the Both inst, requesting me at an early day to
give pubiic expression to my views upon the i'm
portant questions shortly to be voted upon by the
people, was received last night. Recogn izing, rs
do, the duty every good citizen, at such time
AS lis, however unpreteEding he may be, to re-
spond, with all the ability and wisdom he may pcs
scss t, such an invitation, Il would suggest NEXT
Saturday night, the End of February. as a time
when it will salt 1ay convenience to address the
People. Very respectfully,
THOS. j. NICHE.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01
The Eclectic.

The February number of this valuable
monthly has come to hand. 1t Is embel
lished with two elegant steel plate engrav-
ings, Robert Stephenson" and ''The
morning of the 18th Brumaire," and con-
tains choice selection Of valuable reading
matter. We have not had time to read
more than one or two articles, but feel au-
thorized from them in recommending this
number.
The Eclectic is published monthly, at
No. 5 Beekman street, New York, at S.
per annum.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01
Correspondence.

STAuNToN, Jan. 80, 1861.
Thos. j. Niche, Esq,
Dear Sir: The undersigned your friends ard
fellow-citzens are very DESTROYS cfhearing pub
lic expressiea OF your views upon the Important
questions -shvr&ly to be acted upon'fy the people
OF Virginia Your known ability and patriotism
induce to equeste compliance with our wishes
at an early day.
VIM. H. Peytoa, II. Fl. Peck,
Geo. f. Prizes, W. d. Gilkeson,
JAS. 4. Skinner, j. S. Byers,
w. G. Eskridge, d. G. McGuffin,
r. H. Phillips, Jas. w. Crawford,
B. Crawford, VIM. H. Watts.
Il. A Berkeley, VIM. Jordan,
H. l.. Opie Edwin NJ. TayleF,
Kenton Harper, W M.Tams,
n K Trout, 2. Fl. TpoEt.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01
Public SDRakfnSse

by request Alex. M. Cochran will ad-
dress the people Of Staunton and vicinity,
.ou tomorrow (Saturday> night.at the Court
House, on the political questions of the day.
The ladies are respectfully invited to at
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

A duel was fought on the 29th ult.. near
the line between Delaware and Pennsylva~
MIA, between DR.. J. J. Jones, of New Orr
leans, and a Mr.. Wilson. Of Tennessee, in
which the latter was badly shot in the hip.
D.: Jones was secretary Of the Douglas Ma
tional Committee at Washington during the
last Presidential contest. The difficulty
grew out of harsh remarks made by Wilson
against the Douglas party, which DR.. Jones
resented.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

We call attention to the advertisement OF
Mr.. Jno. P. Hulst. He has removed to
the old stand Of Jno. Brandeburg& Co.. ,op-
posite the Virginia Hotel, where he is ready
and anxious to dispose of his large supply
of fresh groceries, &c. at very low rates for
cash. He has adopted the cash principle,
believing that he can sell cheaper and give
more satisfaction in that way than by long
credits. The country people, especially,
are requested to call on him. He purcha-
ses -four, bacon, and all kinds of country
produce, and pays the best prices in cash
or trade, as may be desired. See adyer-
tisement.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

Marshal Dent, editor of the Morgan
town Star, and Waitman T. Wiley, are
candidates for the Convention in Mononga-
liza county
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

COL =. NJ. Com and Samuel G. VIII
liams. ESQ, have been nominated in shen
annoah county for The State Convention. -
r. Il, Miller. ESD, is also candidate,
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01
For the Vindtcdtor
TIC the People Of Augusta

STANTON, Jan. n, 1861.
With the view of relieving my friends
throughout the county from all embarrass-
ment in casting their votes in the approach
ing election, l respectfully announce that
am no longer candidate for a seat in the
Convention.
HUGH w. SHEFFEY.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

Somebody has egged Gatewood, Of the
"Tenth Legion" Wonder If they were
sound on the chicken
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

Old Uncle Frederick Hill for number OF
years servant at the Hospital at this place,
died one day last week. Uncle Frederick
was as regular in his visits to the Vindica-
tor office, every Saturday, as clock work,
until the past month, during which time
he was too feeble His funeral was large
y attended by colored and white persons
and as much respect paid his memory as if he
had beea one of our most respected citizens.
Frederick was truly pious man, and one
of the most faithful servants We have ever
known.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

Col Sumner, of the FIRST cavalry, and,
Major Hunter, have been detailed by the
War Department to accompany the Presi-
dent elect to Washington. This is the first
time in tie history of the government that
e military escort has been deemed necessary
to the protection Of high civil official pas
sing from one portion Of our country to the
other. We think the President is invest
ing idle runners With tco much Importance,
and endeavoring to create an occasion for
the display Of his sympathy with the Black
Republicans.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

Hon Sherrard Clemens was nominated
by reclamation as candidate for seat in
the State Convention from Wheeling IL
addressed large meeting Of friends Of the
Union on the occasion.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

The State Convention of Virginia will be
one of the ablest bodies ever assembled in
the United States. Ex-President Tyler,
Ex- Governor H. A. Wise, Judge Broken
brough, Judge Allen, Gov. Floyd, G. w.
Summers, James Barbour, Judge Robert
son, and number of the first intcIlect's of
the country, will in all probability be cleo
ted delgates. We anticipate that the ablest
discussion of the present condition of the
country will take place in that Convention
that has ever been laid before the people on
any question heretofore.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01
Convention Announcements.

We are Authorized to announce Capt. ]. ID. In
porES. a candidate for the State Convention. E.
lection Monday, 4th day of February.
Jan. Is, 1S6I.-tde
We are authorized to announce Gen. Wx Fl
sIaRaAN. candidate for the State ConyeEtior.-
Election, Monday, 4th day ofFehrcsry.
Jan. Is, 1S6l.-tde
We are a&tiorized'to announce Col GEORGE
BAYLD h. as "a candidate for the State Conven-
tion.
Jan. 2s, fS61.-tde
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01
HUGH w. SHEFFEY.
For tHe~Viudi

Mr.. Editor j. Givens Fri. Mill
be voted for as delegate 20 the S,.,n c.n
vention by MANY FRIENDS
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

We have frequently called the attention
of the Council and Street Commissioners to
the condition Of the side walks on Our prin-
cipal thoroughfares. AS yet there has been
no regard paid to these timely and appro-
pirate notices. We once again remind these
public functionaries, that the peop1e-the
TAG Eayers-DEMAND some Improvement in
the condition Of the streets, Next May is
not far distant, and we shall take especial
pleasure in ventilating the, present Council
before the sovereigns, if they do not do
something towards making our sidewalks
tolerable. A word to the wise is stuff
cient.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

A majority Of the Texas Legislature is il
favor Of immediate secession.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

Mr.. Stuart, in his speech last Monday,
gave no explanation of the extraordinary
resolutions introduced by him in the Senate
a few weeks since relative to the Forts -
Their effect has been, as we predicted it
would, to alarm the fears of the govern
mont, and cause a Reimbursement of For
tress Monroe. Mr.. Stuart, in our opin ION,
is responsible for the warlike demonstrations
and preparations now being made at that
Fort. His uncalled for and inauspicious
resolutions have induced the government to
fortify the Fort more strongly and point its
guns toacards Virgimiu, instead of for her
protection, as was designed when Virginia
yielded the right to the grounds and the
coast where tie Fort stands.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

There is no change in the Richmond
markets from OUR quotations last week
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

A case of smallpox has occurred in Ra-
leigh, N 9.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

The Democracy Of pennsylvania have
called q State Convention,
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

Senators Mason and Hunter, and three
or four members of Congress from Virginia,
have issued card from Washington city,
stating that there is no hope for an adjust
.nent ofour present difficulties, and advis-
ing prompt action on the part Of Virginia.
Messrs. Millson, Harris, Clemens, Boteler,
and Smith did not sign it, We do not
/ choose to publish it for the sufficient reason
! that we consider it mere sensation docu-
ment While Messrs. Mason and Hunter
and Pryor say there is no hope Of a settle
ment, Messrs. Douglas, Crittenden and
Harris say there is strong hope of an ad-
justment. To say the least Of it, we think
'the'opinion Of the latter gentlemen is emit
sled to as much weight as that OF the for
'mer. Our candid opinion is, that neither
party have any tangible assurance for the
opinions expressed, bat that i'll each in
stance the wish is father to the thought
We believe Messrs. Mason and Hunter want
an excuse to secede, while Douglas and
Crittendcn desire to remain in the Union.
We are neither for secession or submission.
Our constitutional rights inthe Union are
what we demand If we cant get them
peaceably let us have them forcibly. We
are for settling this point right at once =
We do act choose to wait until Mr.. Lineoin
gets the purse and sword in hand-aH the
sinews Of power and place. IF the Black
Republicans are going to do anything to-
wards settlement, they can do it as we'll
now as hereafter
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

1t seemed to be the impression of Messrs.
Stuart and Baldwin, that some of the can
didates for the Convention in this county
were for immediate secession. They gave
peculiar emphasis to tne idea that it was
folly and child's play to go out of the U
Mon to it. No one of the candidates,
as we understand, is in favor of immediate
secession. No one proposes to 60 out to
preserve the Union. It is not case Of
preservation, but reconstruction. Six Of the
States are already out The compact is bro
ken. To that extent, the Union is dissol-
we'd. 1t is very clear case that they will
not come back until the cause of their seces-
sion is removed. Then, we ask, will not
that be reconstructtops
The horses attached to the sleigh Of C.
R. Mason, Esq, of this place, ran off on
Monday last, throwing Miss Mason and
Miss Brown froaa the sleigh violently on the
pavement, at the residence of B. Crawford,
Esq. It was at FIRST thought Miss Mason
was dangerously hurt, but fortunately il
turned out that she was only stunned by
the fail. She was carried into the house Of
T. Shumate, Esq, and soon restored tc
consciousness. Miss Brown was not in
jured, but very much frightened. The hor-
ses we're being driven by Mr.. Byron Hoge,
and they commenced running. near the jail
| The escape from more serious harm was
exceedingly fortunate and surprising.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

WASHINGTON, Jan 27.-The article from
the ''Toronto Iaeader." asserting that Eng
land will acknowledge The Southern Con-
federacy, is doubted by the Administration.
All the information received by the Gov
ernmcnt here is of contrary tenor
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

The House of Representatives. Of Rhode
Island has concurred with the Senate, by
vote of yeas IS. nays l3, in the repeal Of
the Personal Liberty law of the State. All
honor to the patriotic little State; which has
led the way 10 doing justice to the South.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

The Spectator of the Goth. republishes
! from the Greenbrier Independent an appeal
to 'mothefs" to influence tsler husbands ia
vote for "Unien men' to the end that their
sons may not be dragged into ''civil war. "
Does the Spectator mean to insult the wo-
men of West Augusta, and the hush ands
and sons of those women, by an appeal to
their fear, when the question of patriotism
is involved Does the editor remember
the history Of the women of West Augusta
that old Scotch-1rsh courage that dcGes
and laughs at danger and war, if they im-
ply compromise of honor? God bless the
women Of Western Virginia, they are moth
ers of brave sons, and would meet death
and devastation before they would for mo
ment yield to an unjust and dishonol able
adjustment Of our present difficulties. -
Washington's heart was made glad by the
sublime courage of the women of West Au-
gusta in the revolution The cheeks of the
with fear that their sons may fall in defence
of their rights and their honor.
While we do not desire to influence votes
in this election for any particular individu-
al, we deem it proper to call attention to
the fact that Mr.. Stuart is now cur Senator
The Legislature will of course be in session
at the same time with the Convention He
cannot, therefore, serve in both bodies
We consider it of as much Importance to be
represented in the Legislature as in the Con-
vention. 1t is from sense Of duty that we
call the attention of the voters to this fact
They can do as seemeth best to them in the
premises If Mr. Stuart were not in the
Senate, we should not make even an init
nation that he ought rot to be voted for
1t is an election where party and personal
feeling should give way to patriotism because
the dearest interests Of tile country are in
jeopardy.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1861-02-01

The speeches sent by Kennedy were
chiefly those of Clemens, of Virginia; Mill
son. of Virginia; and Etheridge, of Tenn.
The National Inteiligencer is printing a
large extra edition of these speeches for
Virginia circulation.
Kanawha Valley star. [volume] (Charleston, Va. [W. Va.]) 1856-1861, 1861-04-09
! 8s!fife.
fdi I'D ksnawha Vallsy Star.
Il DREAn.

III spl,jt floats down 1oh the star gemrnsd
I'd tIlis neither world, Nhere thewild birds
Itpauses i moment u hsttboog swreaths,
where 4be gich earth 1lgoms, ana mistily
al. iluantiTest here on ttis stray moouteaml
Ana has nj tdlIekay bIohgh i me no dreaml;:
Il Golden cloud lFba Inc II ers Of Ceres,
Limp With the bris fsayenly spkaiss,
Came down from the wings pf chat radiant
One, s
While the Pale stars ned as at rise Of the sun.
That low pensiye song, 90 Oft heard. Il
known
Comes whispering 70 me like the night wind s
moan Fs
And still as list, the winds, perfume laden,
Come stealing TO me like blush to 4 maiden,
Wdfting this mute song on zephyrs wing
.fLose me, beloved, that may learn,
sfWhy Joy is sparkling in every thing7n
Too long did Lis. to that wild plaintiye song,
Tothe low sad murmnl OF thelnight winds a.
mong
Theegtantine wreathes of Mays fairy bowers,
When the moon threw diamonds in eloudless
showers,
Too long land the dying echo prolongs
The scarce breathed whisper in d fainter
song IA
While my saddened spirit comes blpshiRgly
" home,
On the musical wing Of my own heats
. doom.
why, 0 bright spirit did'st bring such d
4 dream! 8
So sweet, setso sad, sqimystieal. seem
These fanciful thoughts that crowd on my
brain! Hg,
| " 6uld that thou had'st brought me tangible
pain! M /.
Fl ste~ 81 Fl H. LIZZIE.
Kanawha Valley star. [volume] (Charleston, Va. [W. Va.]) 1856-1861, 1861-04-09
SWEETIElRTS lND WIVES

Il r q +
"A sober, ha9.eontepted face at the
window, Ia bright face in the street
The window is thrown. open, and q
smile goes from the bright face to the
sober one, giving 1t a new and pleas
ant aspect. Both Faces are young
that at the window The youngest-Aal-
most childlike. i 7 ed the window face
| is The face of a wife, and the street
face that ~ d fnaGets llss.aasy tGssss -
How strangely / was deceived
Bellap said the lady in the street.
'Deceivedl How, Mary What
do you mean?- but come in. You're
Just the one | wish to see \: Al
i was sure | saw you, not ten min.
-utes ago, riding outwith Harry, said
the young friend, asthey met and en-
baced at the door.
OHdear, no! haven't been out
riding with Harry for a month
Indeed! How's 'thata / can re.
member when you rode out together
almost every afternoon. hd
Yes; but that was before onr mar
riage,', replied the youngawife,t in. q
voice that made her friend look into
her face narrowly
The husband has less time for re.
tcreation than thf lover. He must
give more thought to business, re.
marked the friend.
L NThe. little wife tossed her head and
shngged her shoulders in d doubtful
way, saying as she did So
II don't know about the business
but lovers and husbands are different
species ofthe genus Homo. The ex-
PLANTATION lies somewhere in this dis
ERECTION, ] presume.
All, Bella, Bellah That speech
doesn't, come withSs musical sound
from your lips, remarked the friend,
smiling, yet serious. g.
Truth is not always melodious,
said Bella, ~
sHow is it as to sveethearts and
wivesP asked the friend. DO they
belong to the same class \
The question appeared TO reach the
young wife's ears with d suggestive
force. Her voice was 1 little chang.
led as she answered.
II don't know. Perhaps not
The friend had been scanning the
lyoung wife for some moments, from
head TO foot, in a way chat now elici-
| ted the question
!. DO you see any thing peculiar a.
/ bout niep
Yes was answered.
WHAT
"a peculiar untid ness~that Inever
observed ii the sweetheart.
Bella glanced dtwn at her sailed
land runpled dress. ,>
My aegEsge,' she said, with a lit
| tie short laugh.
$50 u should thinkl Now, shall ]
draw your picturea'
Yes, if you have All artist fancy
| sHere il is. Hal, lustreless. and
untidy: skin dull foiwant Of action
and feeling, q wrapper better condi-
ltioned for the washing tub and iron,
ling table, than as a garment for the
fair person Of q young wife, no collar
4 nor ornament of any kind; and a coun
ISs y II 3, :, ~ - - that a.
Kanawha Valley star. [volume] (Charleston, Va. [W. Va.]) 1856-1861, 1861-04-09

Tim Doyle was jolly looking tar,
With the richest of brognes. and wit,
applied to the custom house not long
since for a apurtectionp as an Ameri-
can citizen. He was asked for his
naturalization papers. &.
ssMe material papars is II your ho-
nor wantsm said Tim, with ansinsin-,
mating grin, San me q full blooded
American"
You don't mean to say you Werc
not born in Irelandl'
sBorn in Ireland p replied Tim
|ysSure / was. But thin, your honor;
III KEN from Cork to New Orleans last
summer, and there the bloody minded
muskeeters run their bills into every
inch Nv me, and sucked ont every
dhrop Nv me Irish blood, gpod luck
to 'en, an now, I'm a full blooded
American. &