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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
;, The Virginia sconyentiou at Wheeling.

~, The Virginia Conyentiou at Wheeling.
NAEELISs, Jdae "a -iks sCeav en- sionS today
transacted no business of Importance, their la
boss Tor the present being abontc finished
Mr.. Carlisle, from the committee of seven cen.
reported that the committee had concluded to
adopt the present militia laws Of the State.
A resolution was reported and referred, set
ting forth the expressions of the Richmond usur-
pers, and appealing to the General Government
for aid. tea
The committee of seventeen reported lengthy
address to the people of the State, explaining
and justifying the action of the Convention 10
not taking immediate steps to divide the State.
A resolution was adopted that when the Con-
yention adjorrn tomorrow, it adjourn to the 1st
Tuesday in August. .se
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
staunton Militia Called into Service.

By order of Maj. GenaLee, Maj. M. G. Har-
man, Commandant of this post, called into the
service of the State the whole of the militia OF
Staunton, comprised in the Companies A and b.
These Companies were received into the service
of the. State ON. Saturday last, and on MONDAY
yesterday they proceeded to the election OF
Officers, which resulted as follows:
In Company A.-Philip FL. Trout, Captain )
Noses Strickler Ist Lieutenant; and Thos I.
Peyton, End lieutenant
In Company B,-Rev. Geo. B. Taylor, Cap
tain Hugh yConnell, Ist Lieutenant; and James
W. Crawford, 2nd Lieutenant
The following are the commissioned off
GERS of CompanyA.
Rich. Mauzy, Br. Lieut.. George Harlan, Isl
Sergeant; D. G. McGufin, End Sergt Addison
Fisher, 3rd Sergt; John Baum, 4th Sergt L. B
Waller, 9Th Sergt.; Jno. b. Hoge, 1st Corporal
Yeizer Bickle, End; Alex. Lobe, 3rd; Edwin
Edmondson 4th.
This call upon the militia of this place has Gre
ated great deal of excitement. as the citizens
have been unable to see that there is any emer-
gency demanding it. They think that there was
no necessity for such proceeding as that Of
calling out the militia en- masse, and that it dis.
eliminates unjustly against the interests of this
town which has already, with population o
5000, sent three Companies into the SERVICE
They are not dsinclined to do their duty, but
demand that even-handed justice should be met
ed out to them.
We think that, as the chief purpose of calling
out the militia of this place seems to be to guard
the public stores and arms at this post, the militia
of Companies a and B may console themselves
with the hope that they will not be called into the
field except in the event of some pressing neces
sity-in which event, would desire to re-
main at home.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

SOLD VIRGINIA."-A correspondent Of the
Petersburg Express writes from jamestown Is
land
z have recently seen two interesting relics of
former men and manners, dug up BY the soldiers
at work on the Notifications The first is on old
French musket made two hundred years ago
the other is the breast-plate of an armor. How
this latter "Reminiscences came here is subject
of some conjecture. Some suppose that it be-
lODged to Capt. John Smith. others think it a
souvenir OF Cromwell. brought over by devo-
ted roundhead; but il more probably belonged
to Ro!fe, who forgot it while he as wooing the
gentle P0cahostas.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
Treacherous Outrage.

We are rained to learn that Mr.. Gamble Dali
house, member of Capt. Patrick's company, o.
this connty, has been the victim of the most vii.
famous and treseherous outrage, committed by
some of Lincoln's soldiers, which has ever been
recorded ia all til annals of civilized warfare
Two of Lncolns soldiers visited our camp un-
der flag of truce for the professed purpose Of
bringing some clothes to one of his men whom
we held as q prisoner. On their return, they
fired upon Mr.. Dslhouse v hom they found alone
on picket duty. He was shot in the abdomen,
and is seriously, if not mo:taly wounded. This
villainous and trescherous outrage should be
avenged. We should hold the next bearers of a
flag of truce till The devils who committed this
outrage should be placed 10 the possession of
our forces to receive the reward their yillaiuous
conduct merits.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
MIR, Bright, M. r, on the Blockade,

We take the liberty of publishing the follow
ing extracts Of q private letter to ,us, from an
eminent merchant in one of onr Southern cities,
dated June 10Th - Constitut1onazist
III saw letter from Manchester. dated 17th
of May. Tie writer stated that Mr.. Bright, NJ.
r, had assured him there would bs no obstacle
to their getting cotton from tie United States as
usual, Hence cotton fell Ad per pound, and
they are satisfied their Government will get the
cotton, and,eif so, they will furnish ou- goods,
too--she one as readily the other. No block
fade after cotton is ready for expectation. ~ =
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
Appointments by the President.

We understand, that President Davis has con
ferred Oommiss ion of Major General on Bish
op Polk of the liocess of Louisiana. Bishop
Polk is graduate of West Point, and was {
cotempo,ary OF Gen. Lee, Johnston and Other
eminent military characters in command of oul
armies.
We hear that President Davis has also be-
slowed Commission of Brigadier General OF
Col. Magru2er-a well-merited tribute to tht
first victor in the great canee.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
ExpIosiou--Distressing Casualty.

We would invite the attention of our reader
to the letter Of Capt. Jno. D. Imboden, givin
the circumstances under which The distressing
casually occurred in his company, by which MI
Samuel H. Coleman was 81 seriously iijui t d.
As the symptoms of Mr.. Coleman, at the dat
of Capt. Imboden's letter, favorable, y.
entertain tie hope that he will recover.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
DISTINGUISHED MEN IN TIE SOUTHERN ARM

DISTINGUISHED MEN IN TIE SOUTHERN ARMY.
Among the prominent gentlemen now serv-
ing their country, in humble positions in the
army, We may mention General Mcqueen, of
South Carolina, who was for many years mem
Der of Congress, and is now acting as private
soldier His SOD, also, is iD the army st Manas-
sas junction. General No Queen left Richmond,
few days since, to join lis con there, and to
fight by his side.
Albert g. Brown, too, twenty years in Con-
gress, leading member OF both The House and
Senate had been Governor of Mississippi, aid
was justly CO nsdered one of the ablest men OF
the country. He, also, is st Manassas Junction,
captain of company, the Brown Rebels
Such is the high patriotism and self-s criticing
spirit of the Southern peolle
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
From Alexandria.

ALEXANDRIA, VA, June 22.-I find to-day that
for two three days past Secessionists here have
been whispering to each other that Gen. Beaure-
gard las moved almost his entire force East,
believe he has done so for the purpose of offering
battle to General Mcdowell, and are, of course,
under the impression that he will sweep the
Union troops off the face of the earth. We also
have had rumors for a day or two that BPS army
are now not far from Fairfax Court-Hause.
declined sending you information of those ru-
mors yesterday, as they were then very vague
indeed. Since, however, they have assumed
such shape as to induce me to believe that
there may be serious truth in them. Io
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
Attention, De,inquents.

Those who know them ,elves to be indebted to
the .sSsactatsr Office" far advertising or Jot
work are mcstrespectfullg and earnestly request
to paE.up as soon as possible. Bills for job worf
aredue as soon IS the work is completed ant
for advertising IS soen as the time for which ad
vertisensnts were ordered to be published ez'
piress Any tina given on such bills is an indul
gence to the per lon ewing them.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

AN INCIDENT. After the Vienna battle last
week, South Carolina soldier, who had been
out on a scout, was arrested by three Of the re
treating Yankees, who after disarlning him, set
out for the Federal camp, ''cacals tic" largely,
no doubt, on the welcome plaudits that awaited
them for their heroic exploit But all things
fair are doomed TO fade. After marching some
distance the party came to a halt stacked arms,
which were topped with tie sword bayonet, and
two of them weut in pursuit of water, leaving
the Carolina captive in charge Of the Yankee
cGptor The former watched his time, and when
the watering party was out of sight. seized a
bayonef, ard at single stroke allnost severed
the head from the body of his companion, after
which he quietly took possession of the arms,
and marched to the camp of his friends.-Lees-
burg VA Mirror.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
RICHMOND MARKETS.
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
TO THE MEN OF AUGUSTA
HEaDQuARrERs, STAUNTos, Va,

HEADQUARTERS, STAUNTON, VA, [ \
e~AA9 e@4 July Q, 1861.
I AM ordered to invite you to form more Volunteer
i Companies. The services of all will be required
to drive back the invaders-to defend our homes -
The sooner it is accomplished (as it MUST BE even
tually) the better Early victories on our side will
ensure speedy peace; tardiness retreating or de-
feat from want of sufficient force now may make the
war protracted and desoatng. The Militia will be
called out. All who have go will prefer going as
Volunteers. This county has done nobly; she was
the first to strike for freedom and for time. had the
largest representation in the field but is now being
outstripped There is still reserve of as gallant
lived, ready to sacrifice every thing in the
struggle You are the worthy descendants of war
like race Recollect the deeds, in the of free
dom, of your brave ancestors; appreciate the proud
position the county occupies, and come now, with
one heart. like Washington said the sous of West
Augusta would come, in his trying time, ''and lift
your bleeding country from the dust and set her
free" NJ. G. HARMAN, Maj. Com'dg.
By order of Mai. Gen. LEE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
VI Ueo OPcCtNC0T.
LINES TO THE SOLDIERS.
BIZ D. ". DRAKE.

By d. W. DRAKE. si 6S
Awake! ye sons Of freedom,
Attend your country's call;
Arouse arouse to actiOnl
And swell the Southern ball.
Roll DER our land with power,
sas In firm united band,
Till abolition scoundreis.
Shall be driven from our land.
From mountain top and valley,
Let the echo be the same;
We fight our country's battles,
Not for glory nor for fame;
Let freedom be our motto,
And our country be our cause,
And the God of our fatheIs
Will rid US of our foes.
With your breastplates shining brightly,
- And your armOr buckled on;
s'-F With hearts true and holy. ttt
That your cause you may adorn:
Fight brayely through the contest,
Till the end shall be attained:
Then you shall be released si So
~ From foes who long have reigned.
And when the combat 8 over, .
With father, son and mother. IS
$50 Our sweethearts, sisters, brothers,
tfsf Our neighbOrs and all others,
Well join the mighty chorus.
!. Y, X, And sing therSouthern song,
In praise of Him whose presence
Did make our arms so strong
CAMP STEPHEs, June 23rd, 1851
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
Con. Mcclellan at Grafton

GRAFTON, June 23.-Major Gen. Mcclellan ar
rived 1ere early this morning, accompanied by
Lieut.. MaclS's company Of the 4th U. S. Arttii.
lery, and the Sturges Rife company, of Chicago
as a BODY guard. The Sd and 4th Ohio Regj
ments reached here this evening. The 9th Ohio
Regiment is encamped at Webster bridge. Gen.
G. w. Hill, of Ohio, and staff arrived yesterday
to take command Of the Ohio brigade
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF N. w. Va,
CAMp AT LAyREL HILL, June "a, 1861.
TINE friends and relatives of the Volunteers in the
4 Camps under my command are respectfully In.
formed that the present. they cannot be permitted
to visit those camps unless upon public business or
for the purpose of volunteering their services to the
State The preservation of strict discipline, and the
necessity of economizing provisions which OBJ
taned from great distance and at much expense to
the Government will, il is hoped render the propre-
ty Of this order apparent to all and cheerful
acquiescence in it. r, S. GARNETT,
Brig. Gen. Commanding,
July g 1361-2t-Yin COPY
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

LATE FROM THE SEAT OF WAR.-A letter writ
ten at Warrenton, Virginia, at five o clock yes
terday morning, received in this city the same
day on the arrival of the Central cars states that
the Abolition and Confederate forces between n
Alexandria and Manassas Junction were within
Two miles OF each other, and that the beating of
the enemy's drums could be distinctly heard in
Our camp, The writer was of opinion that a
collision was inevitable at a very early day
U9spatch Of the 9th slh I 'asb
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
General Floyd has selected for the CO

General Floyd has selected for the command
ers of the two Regiments now organized, Col.
REYNOLDS and Col. Harry Heth. They are both
officers of the best military education. General
Floyd will bring into the field one of the very
finest military bolies-one of the most hardy
and cfficient-that is in the service. Shoald the
war last any tins there will be great deal o f
honor and glory won by it, alike for officers and
men.-Rich. Dispatch. III 90 5aaegs &
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
W The following is an extract from letter

70 The following is an extract from letter
OF Mr.. J. R. McNutt, of the Rockbridge End
Dragoons:
Whe we were stationed at Staunton, we were
treated with great hospitality and kindness, espe-
clally by the ladies of that place, for whom we
will cherish the fondest recolectons And
while | am speaking of the cordial treatment ex-
tended us, by the people of Old Augusta, must
not omit to mention the Messrs. Peyton Il Broth
er, of the Virginia Hotel and to thank them in
the name of our company for their kindness
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

III tho ld6' yidbu LeSiSldt uFe the rOIiDW4uS
resolutions were recently adopted by very Se-
cided majority:
Resoleed .6y the General assembly Of Mary
Iaaad, That recognizing ur relations to the Fed
e,al Government, We teel that whist we Garnet
do more, We can DO co iess,s than enter this our
solemn protest against said acts OF the President
of the United States, and declare the same to be
gross usurpa'ion, unjust. o pressive, tyrannieal,
and in utter violation of common right, and OF
the plain provisions of the Constitution.
3. That the right OF separation from the Fed
eIal U1ion i right neither arising under, nor
PROM oied by, the Constitution, but sovereign
right indepei dent of the Constitution, To be ex-
elcised py the several States upon their respon-
sibility; neither do We believe that tae Federal
government has any power under he Constitu-
ton to wage war against State tor the purpose
OF stibjugation or conquest.
8, That prudence and policy demand that the
war now being wagei shall cease that, if per-
sisted in it, will result in the destruction of both
sections, and longer continuancs Of it will ut
teiy annihilaie the last hope of a reconstruction
of this Union; therefore we want peace, and
are in favor OF recognition OF the Southern
Conf deraoy, and an acknowledgment OF its Gov
erument.
4. Tat we deem the writ of 5abeas corpus
the great safeguard Of personal liberty, and we
view with the utmost alarm and indignation The
exercise Of the de potie power that has dared to
suspend it in the case OF John Msrryiilan, now
eoutined in Fort MclIenry.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
Bathing.

Nothing couduces mole 10 bealsh and comfor
than frequent battling. None slould neglec
to bathe frequently, particl arly in this warn
season. Those who may wish to enjoy the lux
ury as well as bens 6t of bathing can be accom-
modated ct the Virginia Hotel
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
CHEAP GROCERIES!
A M BRUCE

II. 6. BICkLE'S CORNER, TAUNTON
OFFERS FOR SALE VERY LOW
GAIT, n, o. and Cuba Molasses. Extra Golden syr-
fee, Green and Black Teas, Loaf Crushed, Powdered
G, Extra Coffee and Bright N. o. Sugar. English
Dairy and Pine Apple Cheese, No. Herring, (new,)
Potomac Shad, (new,i No. 1, Q, and Mackerel, Cod
Fish, Sugar Cured Bacon Hams, Soap, Adamantine
and Tallow Candles Rice. Pure Pearl Starch. Stone
Wood and Willow Ware, Cotton Yarn, Tobacco, Cl-
gars. Confectioneries, &C., &c. -sl aa ESD
Also Old Rye Whiskey, Cognsc Brandy, Peach
Brandy, Holland Gin. Wines of all kinds and Grades
Champagne Cider, Philadelphia and London Porter.
Philadelphia and Scotch Ale. a. nj. BRUCE,
- .sira Corner of Beverly and Augusta Sts
Staunton. MAY % 1850. Il -. !. - 80.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02
Which is the Banner Countye

Our noble old neighJor OF Augusta must look
to her lau els. Albemarle has no " ttee,a organ
izsd companies, aud three others forming. There
is one artillery Co paay, three cavalry c5fnpa'
MES, and eleven infantry companies, numbering
l,I0O men; with daly additions to several d
the companies Just tormei BY the rec 5nt can-
sus, this county has l2,205 whites and la GIG
slaves. So that one in eleven of her white pop
ulatioD, and one in (sboutl twenty four of her
Whole population, is in service. W see Angus
ia bas fourteen companies 10 the field, with a
White population of 81 ,557, and slave popula
tion of 5,617; which allow .ng 1860 men, is a.
bou) one in twenty OF her whites, and one in
twenty six of her whole population. Let US hear
from our neighhors Of the Spectator anc Vindi
Gator.
We claim that Abemarle Is the Banner Coun-
ty.-- Char Reoiew.
We give it up, and feel proud that there is a
county that can do better than this.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

How II MAKE A ZoUAvR- We got cur in
formation tfem ope OF the Frenc drill sergeants
himself rhus:
fake de recruit keep him lorty y-eiglt hours
-nothitg 20 eat; den mrrcll bun fo,ty- eight
honrs noting to eat; den let him fight like
h il fort ty-eight hours netting to eat by dam,
he one Zouaye."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

"AVING established considerable trade for
IL BUTTER with Southern markets. We would ad
wise friends to beat their Butter free from milk
put it in packages of from so to 75bs, and have then
strong and well nailed, to bear reshipment
sending it in just they may get package ready.
TYLER &c SON,
General Commission Merchants
July 2, 1S61.-4t. Richmond, Va
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

The Houston Telegraph urges Texans to arm
and to ho Sc, AID fly without della to the sue
Cor of Missouri. The Telegraph IS assured au-
thorita.ively that Governor Jackson expressed
his desire for all the men and arms that eond be
sent to bin, in antcipa ion Of the war now b :
ing waged upon his gallant s ate
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

HISTORICAL PARALLRL-It is evident THAT the
South is prepared TO make q unanimous, bloody
and prolonged resistance to the "suliuga.ion"
policy Of the Republicans. 1t is reported that
Gen. Davis was asked, "Wiiat if you should be
defeated at Manassas Junction, or wherever else
you have resolved to make a desperate stand
against inyasion9" and that be rellied, '.There
will be SO few OF Us left after such defeat that
the rest will be natte- of little consequence"
This reply, it really uttered, has CLASSICAL pre-
cedent, to be found in the interview between
Bratus and Cassins before the battle of Phillip
pi a"Either we shall be eonquerors ourselves" I"
said Cassius TO his patriotic friend, s'or we shall
have no cause to fear those who are so."-Neao
York Daily News.
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HARK! (!

i CARPENTER TO do a small job of work on my
Farm near Jennings Gap. the work to commence
about the Goth OF this month, (July) can be seen
at my Office, in Staunton. ON The Farm.
July 2, 186l.--3t. REUBEN D, HILL
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

10 The Convention has suspended the pay
ment OF the interest on State bonds due in the
North till after the war is over
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

r We void call attention to the communi
cation Of our correspondent 'sR" from Norfolk
in reference to the battle of Bethel. We would
like to hear from sR-'' frequently.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

wWe would be pleased to hear from GA. L.
R'', at Camp Garnott, frequently.
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MONEY FOUND!

TINE undersigned found some MONEY on the Nc
+ Il Adsmised road, between Stanton and Middle
River Any one describing the Money and paying
expenses, get it by calling on the subscrberai
Mt. Crawford, Rockingham County, Va
July 2, 1s6l.-3t GEORGE KISER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-07-02

Ga Monday last nineteen men landed from a
U. s. Tug, near Oarter's Greek. The Tug had
mounted cannon. They fired at the house of
Mr. James w. Gresham,a number of shell and
round shot, one of the latter striking the sofa
upon which two Of his daughters we're seated
CAPT. Cufrel's company, (of the county Of
Lancaster,) not being far of, were apprised Of
the attack, and hastened to the spot. They ar
rived just in time TO get a shot at the invaders
who were pushing off in boat, aud we are in
formed that eight of the enemy were killed or.
the spot! Thosewho were unhar,ned were so
eager to get out of the way that they did not
stop to return the fre.-Fred Herald of the
28Lh uZt ~
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MARRIED.

f. On the 23rd ult., by Rev. VIM. S. MeClanahan, Mr.
ADAM fEAGo and Miss DENizA SMILEY, both of this
county. ia
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A UGUSTA COUNTY COURT CLERKS
II OFFICE, to wit:
sss. ESTR HOG
Tobacco & Segars.

THE subscriber invites the attention of those who
Il use the weed, to the stock of TOBACCO, Sc
CARS, SNUFF, and other articles pertaining to the
Tobacco business which he has opened at the store
room adjoining j. W. Meredith's Jewelry Establish
ment. His stock embraces o variety of favorite
brands, suitable to varied tastes, and he hopes by
constant attention to business and an endeavor
commodate his customers, to share of public
patronage. w. Ii. WADDELL.