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terday afternoon, and had put them all to rights
but these tive, when Mrs. Lenox came IN, IL
great distress, to say that ner sister cn'u was
worse. and. they feared, dying so dropped all
and went over there. You know how 1t was
10 one had any calmness or presence of mind
the child,s convulsions we're dreadful to witness;
the mother was in Mysteries, and Mrs Lenox
worse than nobody at all. 1t was nearly mid
night before could get away, and in the mean
time Amy had put the room in order and re-
stored the shirts to their places. 60,
Here Amy put her head into the room. g II
you please, Missus, young woman IN the kltcn-
en- would like to see MissIs minute
Missus arose and went into the kitchen. and
Mr.. Ashton, taking candle from the table, en-
tered the study and locked himself in. Chrlssy
waited for long time, and at last went and tap
ped at the door. 1t was opened to her Win
farvent kiss. and though there were not many
words said on either side, there was light in the
eyes OF the husband and wife which showed the
was perfect between them.
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COME TIC LIFE AGAIN!
EAGONsS

SOUTHERN LIVER AND ANTIBILLIOUS PILLS
TN ORDER to meet the wants of the Confederate
States in the present emergency, the undersigned
is now prepared to supply the inhabitants OF the
South with Eagon's Southern Liver and Antlbiicus
Pills, formerly known Eagon's American Liver
Pills. These Pills well known In this commu-
nifty that it almost useless to speak of their virtue
or curative properties
In cases of Liver Disease, Dyspepsia, Bilious dis
cases. any disorder attending the general system,
tn will be found to do all that medicine can AS an
antiblious incidence, Eagons Pills have no paral-
lel whilst foul stomach sick headache, swimming in
the head bilious cods want of Appetite general de-
bility, constipation, Indigestion, and all kindred dis
eases rapidly removed by its use. They have new
failed to Jaundce when taken in strong doses,
which is common in the army, therefore every
soldier should be supplied with one or more boxes as
their timely VIII counteract the disease In the
absence OF Castor Ol Salts and other purgatve med
icines, which SO this country. it is
necessary that every family and every person should
always be supplied with EAGON'S PILLS, as there
is medicine notoriously reliable as safe and
sure Cathartic Where these Pills are kept and used
in time and by direction there is rarely ever call
for any other medical aid for individual or family
In addition ter superiority In point OF virtue and
efficiency over Northern Pills, they southern born
and raised. which gives them a double claim on the
Patronage of our people. For those who have never
used hagons Pills. reference is made to the certih
cales OF S. D. Moon. Esq, of Batesyile; John b.
Spiece Attorney at Law, of Albemarle county; Rev.
Wm P Parrish, j. Woods, Edgar Garth, A, Benson,
and hundreds of others in Albemarle county, and
Samuel Woodward and family, and hundreds of 9th
persons of high standing in Augusta couty, and
every town and county where they have been fairly
tried, too numerous to mention. Each box will con-
tain "a Pills (makng IL more efficient doses) with
wrapper containing certica es, dir ctlons, 6c DC
Price present, 81 cents per box, which will be
duced to 25 cents as soon as the ingredients be
bought at old prices. j. l.. EAGON, *
Surviving heir of DR.. Jno. L. Eagon, decd.
Sold In Staunton by p. ii. Trout and DIR. Echelber-
ger. Agents
B Responsible agents wanted throughout the
country. April /. lo62.-3mos.*
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From the Eaquirer.l 5t9 81 U1
The Comfort CiOak-A Substitute for Over.
C1aIs and Blankets for our Army.


The Comfort Cioak-A Substitute for Over
C1aIs and Blankets for our Army.
; / see that great compla Mt is made of the want
of clothing for our army. Allow me to suggest
a cheap and warm substitute for blanket and
overcoat, and which can be made by any country
f @E tsf tfE1 tIEgT 13
Take sufficient quantity of common cotton
shirting, dye it brown, with the black walnut
cut it and make it in the form of large, loose.
cloak, without sleeves, leaving Sits for the arms,
wad it with cotton batting, in thin layers lise a
quilt, fix an oil cloth cape to it, reaching down
to the waist, fasten it with belt around the
waist, the throat and breast parts to be fastened
with strings-and you have the most complete
cloak and blanket a soldier ever slept IN, and
much lighter than the woolen coat.
The writer of this used one an entire winter,
in the northern part of Iowa, where the cold is
intense, and he can assure you he never was
more comfortably clad. m 7aas1l
The object of the oil cloth cape is to protect
the garment as well as the arms from the rain
The collar should be made wide so as TO cover
the ears and neck when raised. = s s'asl
All the old wooden stockings, carpets, blankets,
&C., should be gathered up, we'll washed and pui-
led to pieces, spun into cloth, and made up into
pantaloons and jackets.
sAll the old shoes and boots should be repaired
and sent to the companies in the field.
Let the ladies in each city, county, town, OF
nelghborhood, make up garments for their CON-
panies and send them forward by trnsty agent
We have no time to lose-wnter is upon US and
our boys are shivering.
HOWARD.
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VIRGINIA HOTEL.


The VIRGINIA HOTEL SO extensively known
Il to The travelling public. one of the very best
otels IN the Stale, is now owned solely by VIM II
THOMAS fEYTON, who will devote their whole
attention TO 1he purpose OF increasing If possible the
high reputation which 1T at present sustans and will
leave no exerl0n unempoy ed to render their guests
satisfied and comfortable The recent additions mn
this establishment enable the proprietors to accom-
modaie much larger number of guests than former.
ly. The hole Buildng, the interior ami exterior
has been recently Ietled and painted and looks now
good as new.
The lToprletors have secured the services of Mr.
VIM. Daniels as clerk, ard Mr. John 4. Mason as
suptrInieDdent no will pay every attention to those
stopping the Hotel. Capable and faithful servants
also provided 10 ensure the comfort of guests :
The table Will continue, heretofore to equal that
OF any Other Hotel State. Connected with the
hotel are extensive stables, under the management
OF Blu, ers Co.. no we'll known for their expe-
rlence and efficiency in ihls department. Horses
Will be taken on livery; and Horses, Buggies, aDo
Hacks, will be afforded 10 guests reasonable terms
The propretoTs are well prepared to accommodate
families who wish to spend the summer months IN
this heelthy portion of the State
This Hotel is we'll furnished and contains as GOOD
and comfortable bedding any House in the State
I1fnis House are two Of PheIan's New and Excel
lent Marble Bedding and Patent Cushioned Bill
LARD TABLES.
Wm- II Peyton, who has been so long connected
with this Hotel, will devote his whole attention 10 ths
aeconmc datioD of the guests he is thankful for the
hbera patronage bes, ,oW ed and would ask conlinu
alton OF the same.
Thosl Mn E. p PEhYqos EhYqos, PnornInrons.
N D. The Office OF all the Stage Lines is at thi
mouse, also the Office of Adams IL Cos Express.
Siaun'on. Jan. l, 1862
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FRIENDS WHO RIDE!

HAVING rented out my own Shop, and having
Ii some finished and unfinished work, have rent.
ed the Shop formerly occupied by Judson Mccoy, de-
ceased. where will continue to do repairing as nea,
the old prices the times and prices will admit
Horse-Shoeing DONE. Cash expected.
All having purchased work or shy at1cles at the
sale. or having either either shop are hereby mott
hed to move the within ten days, as need the
room. JNO' M HARDY
Feb 49, 1852
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Pictures of Southern Generals.

The Columbus (Ga.) Times publishes from the
pen of its army correspondent, the following
pictures of three of our prominent Generals
General Leo has, believe, won his way to
everybody's confidence. In appearance he is
tall, portly and commanding. His dress is usual
iy plain Brigadier's Uniform, black felt hat,
with the brim turned down, and he wears short
grlzzled beard all round his face. He has much
Of the Washingtonian dignity about him, and is
much respected by all with whom he is thrown.
At Sharpsburg saw him On the field during the
heat of the action. He was surrounded by his
staff and perfect squadron ofconriers. He was
engaged in calmly viewing the storm of battle,
and giving orders in a manner OF cool reliance
Aids and couriers were hurrying to and from the
right left and centre, and the whole disposition
of forces seemed under his perfect control.
General Longstreet is stout and feshy, and of
good height, and has quiet courageous look
He seems full Of thought and of decision, and
his face makes an agreeable impression alike on
new an old acquaintances. He is characteristic
cally fighting man-none can equal him in for
cling strong and well fortified position, and
General Lee showed his appreciation OF an old
tried soldier, when he patted him on the should
der after the late battle and said, My old war
horse !'' In this engagement he was second in
command of the army, and his old corps keenly
felt the need of his able handling. aqaaM
was surprised at Stonewall Jackson's appear
ance He has been described as sort of clown.
| never yet saw him riding with his knees drawn
up ike monkey, and his head resting upon his
breast. He has first rate face, and seems a
plainly dressed Captain of Cavalry, with an un-
pretending Staff. HIS uniform is fine enough,
certainly, for the hard life he leads. Bat the
imagination, is piqued, you know, by the abb
sence Of pretenson, as ga King in grey clothes
Stonewal c omit like to come about the army
much. The boys keep him bareheaded all the
time. When they begin to cheer him he usu-
ally pulls off his hat, spurs his fine. horse, and
runs through, greeted with cheers every step for
five miles, - es go 5s->5
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gentleman just from our army in Kentucky
furnishes the following report Of work done by
the Kirby Smith brigade since entering Ken
lucky lfgasfN ~ fSss.s
We have now On our parole books over 5000
prisoners. We have captured eighteen pieces of
artillery, 500 wagons, 1000 mules aud 500
horses and small arms IN vast quantities..
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POETRY.
A Mothers Prayer.

A Mothers Prayer.
Father in the battle fray,
Shelter his dear head pray!
Nerve his young arm with the might
OfJustice, Liberty and Right!
Where the red hail deadliest falls,
Where stern duty loudly calls,
Where the strife is fierce and wild
Father! guard, oh guard my child
Where the foe rush swift and strong,
Madly striking for the wrong;
Where the clash of angry steel
Rings above the battlefield;
Where the sitting air is hot,
With bursting she'll and whistling shot,
Father! to my boys brave breast,
Let no treacherous blade be pressed
Father! if my woman's heart
Frail and weak in every part
Wanders from Thy Mercy. seat,
After those dear rowing geet, - .s
Let thy tender. plying grace,
Every selfish thought erase
If this mothers love be wrong
Pardon, bless, and make me strong.
For when silent shades OF night
Shut the bright world from my sight,
When around the cheerful FIRE,
Gather brothers, sisters, sire,
Then miss my boys bright face j.
From the old familiar place.
And my sad heart wanders back
Totented field and bivouac.
Often in my troubled sleep,
Waking-wearily, to weep
Often dreaming he is near,
Calming every anxious fear
Often startled by the flash
vi hostile swords that meet and clash,
Till the cannon's smoke and roar,
Hide him from my eyes once morel -.
Thus dream. and hope and pray,
All the weary hours away;
But know his cause is lust.
And centre all my trust
In thy promise-as the day
So shall thy strength be Away;
Yet need thy guidance still,
Father! let me do Thy will!
If new sorrow should befall-
If my noble boy should fall, a
If the bright head have blessed,
On the cold earth finds its rest-sss
Still, with all the mothers heart,
Torn, and quivering with the smart,
yield him. meath Thy Christening rod,
To his dear country and his God.
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| Oct. AAu3 AOo&'
General Orders Mo-. GsHfss
The army of Western Virginia has returned to
the Valley of the Kanawha to defend the loyal
people against malignant enemy. 1t is impor-
tant that our troops, so far from the base OF sup
plies, should be able to procure what they alb
solutely need upon fair and reasonable TERMS
1t is therefore ordered that the business of. the
town be resumed and the stores be reopened to-
day and the goods be exposed for sale. ANY
failure to do this will be regarded as an evidence
of disloyalty, and the ptfendcr will be immedi-'
ately arrested. All merchandise removed from
the stores and secreted, if not returned within
three davs from this date will be seized to be ac-
counted for hereafter, as the Government may
direct. No depreciation of our currency VIII De
permitted on any account, and all persons are
strictly forbidden from discrediting 1T by de.
manding for their property and services unreas
enable prices. Any discredit in favor of the
United States over that of the Confederate States
will be considered an indication of sympathy
with the enemy, and will be treated as grave
offence against the Government.
By order of BRIG Gen. EcHoLs,
Is nsgs3 agse5 s1a Commanding, &c.
r. HI. Catlett, A. A. G. f-s .tx
HEADo,Rs DEPARTMENT S. W. Va,
Charleston, Kanawha,
1853 ss - October 22d, 1862.
General orders, II
No. - ~ 50 Essa 49,:
The act of the conscription passed by the Con-
federate Government will be enforced in the
county of Kanawha. A weeks time, from this
date will be given to the patriotic to volunteer,
and they will be permitted to connect them
selves with any army of the service that they
may prefer, except the cavslry. At the expira-
tion of the time specified, Captain Ingham, OF
the Goth Regiment Va. Vols. will proceed to en-
roll and gather up the conscripIs in accordance
with the provisions of the act. By ofder of
81 sessaf larasfsf ,ssa BRIG. GEN. EGHoLs,
Commanding.
r. II. Catlett, A. A. G.
HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT S. w. Va,
Charleston, Oct. 23rd, 1852.
General order,
1t is ordered that all Banks Of Discount and
Depos te, within this Military District, at once
resume their legitimate and usual business; and
t is announced that the Treasury notes of the
Confederate States Government, we'll as of
he separate States of the Confederacy, will be
eceived on deposite and in payment of all debts,
md in all Of the ordinary Bank transactions upon
he same basis any other currency, which
nay heretofore have been received by them.
By order of Brig. Gen. Echols, Commanding
o R. H. CATLETT, A. A. 6.
l concur in the propriety of the above order.
-sE J. G. MCFARLAND,
President Of the Branch Bank of Va,
at Charleston.
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Oct. ZS-3t. Adm OF " N. Oung, dec O.
INIRIIC SALE OF PEKNllNAL PRO

I)UBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PRO.
/ PERTY.-I will Sc ~ at public sale, on WE'D
sESDAY, the 5th of November next miles below
Staunton, the McCadamzed road, the following
property to wit 12 or Is head OF Horses and Colts,
is or2o Calves Yearlipgs-Durbam stock; stock
Hogs of the Chester Stock lG0 head of Sheep; also,
set of Blacksmith Toos-Anvil and Bellows both
new. -
TERMS For al, sums under $50 the cash will
be required for that amount and upwards, credit
of SO days. the purchaser giving bond and approved
security GEOkGE POAGE,
0crober ids.
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LIVERY AND FEED STABLES.

TT He undersigned have removed their old establish
Il 81 Livery to. the Stables of the American Hotel
where prepared furnish the travelling public
with dorses Hacks Buggies and Stages at reasonable
prices We also prepared with attentive ostlers
and plenty of good provender to feed number OF
horses that may be brought to Our stables. AS We
are compelled pay cash for grain and hay,
not credit any one.
- Office opposite Jno. O'Hare's.
TH0S. j. BURKE & co.
JAN IA lS62-Iy
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A Major General Of militia in one Of the North
ern States was recently drafted. He put ON his
toggepy and reported. himself for duty accord
ing to his rank. He VAS greatly disguised
when told he was wanted for 4 private. =
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BEYOND QUESTION

M are now receiving supply of TOBACCO that
Wv for quality and variety cannot be surpassed in
the State comprising all the different grades running
mp from very low price to the choicest chez that
be had. Merchants will please examine our stock
before laying in their fall supply
r. J. GLENDY,
Staunton, Sept. 25, 1861. per G. T. CocHRAs
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OFFICE VA. CENTRAL r.. r.. CO.,
September. Ilth, 1862.

OFFICE VA. CENTRAL r.. r.. CO.,
September. Ilth, 1862.
GHANGE OF SCHEDULE-The following trains
I Twill be run on this road and after Monday,
september 18th:
The Mail and Passenger Train leaving Richmond
at Z O'Clock A. M. for Staunton and intermediate
points daily, returning will leave staunton at o.
clock A. M and arrive in Richmond at 6:l5 P. M.
The Accommodation Passenger Train, leaving
Richmond at $3.50 P. M. for Gordonsville and inter
mediate points daily, Sundays excepted, returning
will leave Gordonsyle at O'Clock r. M. and arrive
in Richmond at l2 O'Clock M.
The Mail and Passenger Train West of Staunton,
leaving Staunton at $3.50 A. M. on Tuesdays. Thurs
days and Saturdays, and returning the same days
The Mail Train connects with the Orange and Alex
andrla Mai. Train at Gordonsville for kapidan and
at Charlottesville for Lyrchburg. 1t connects at
Stanton with Stage Lines for Lexington. HARRISON
burg and points further North. Servants travelling
in first class cars will pay full fare.
The Freight Train leaving Richmond daily. Sun
days excepted, at $50 A. NJ and Staunton for the
West at $50 A. NJ. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and
Saturdays. The trains will not run West OF Mooro.
H. d. WHlTCOMB,
"a General Superintendent,
If
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YALE OF HORSES, STOCK, &c.-As sur
= viving partner of s. Il j. Whitmore. l shall, a,
my residence, on MONDAY the 18th day of Novem
ber 1862 proceed to sell lot of very desirable pro-
oerty consisting OF head of horses. some mich cows
lot of young cattle, 3u fat hogs, lot of hay, &C..
Also Buggy and Harness.
TERMS.-Nine months credit, with bond and good
personal security. JOHN WHlTMOkE,
Oct 2S-tdS, near Mt. SIDNEY
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AST NOTICE.

I AST NOTICE.
Those creditors who gave their bonds at the sale of
Wm. Young. deceased, are hereby informed that no
longer indulgence can be given and requested
settle them Immediately. They In the hands OF
Dr. w. b. Young, Druggist, staunton. Va.
j. BAYLOR,
. Oct 22-3t. dm, ,r of Vim Young decd.
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MONEY FOUND
lNl Several weeks since the subscriber found, be-
tween Waynesb0ro and Fishersville, pocket book
containing some money. The owner get it by
calling upon him at GreenvlIe after describing 1t
satisfactorily and paying the cost of advertising.
Oct 2l-3t* ANDREW STUART
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Fine Photographs and Ambrotypes.

i ia kotei, K ). RANKIN is now taking the ines
Photographs, on an improved style, which cInt be
beat in the United States. Also Ambrotypes fine
as can be made. Ladies and Gentlemen, if you want
TO your beauty really exists cometo Rankins
Gallery, in the Old Bell, and he will take it in all
its grandeur. tsa
sY All lstyles of Fancy Cases on hand. Pictures
AIKEN at all prices. a Instructions given in the
Art [Staunton, Jan. rs. 1853.
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LIVERY ND SALE STABLES.

LttEhf ND SALE SlABAE Ss
NTE have leased for term years the commodi-
w Gus and convenient Stables attached to the
Virginia Hotel, in Staunton, where -
intend to keep constantly on hand for s,sr~f II
sale the finest HORS ES that can be YSSaHk ~
procured. j. S. Byers has experience II
and qualifications horse dealer, Wae2 o01Enk
which well known to the public. As our business
is be of years pains viii be sparedto obtain
and keep the public patronage.
We also take Horses Livery. In a few weeks
the 5tabling will be increased to accommodate 4OG
horses Capable and attentive Ostlers have been en-
ployed. The County custom is solicited. Drivers
are invited to stop with US.
In connection with this Stable we shall keep Hacks
Buggies and Saddle Horses, constantly for hire-oul
Vehicles being all new, with fine Horses we conf.
denhy solicit public patronage.
j. S. BYERS & CO.
N. B. Nicking and Bobbing done by an experi
enced hand. 9YERS Il CO.
Jan. 2l. 1850
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j. h. SYRCLE &c CO..
GENERAL
COMMISSION & FORWARDING MERCHANTS.
THaEE DOORS FROM CORNER 18th AND CARY sTs.,
{ RICHMOND, VA,
- OLICIT consiguments of TOBACCO, WHEAT FLoUh
- and PRODUCE generally. All orders for Merchan
accompanied 18th cash or produce on hand
LIBERAL ADVANCES MADE ON PRODUCE IN HAND.
Feb. 25, lo62--ly.
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interesting articles, consisting OF
Tales, History,
Biography, Poetry,

TERMS.-The /" MAGNOLIA y is published week.
y at the low price of $250 per annu OF 81 so for 9
months, always in>advance Single copies, 10 cents.
Paper slapped when the last number paid for is sent
Persons sending for the paper must write their
name post office, comfy and State distinctly. Those
wishing their paper changed should state where has
previously been sent.
ALL letters and communications concerning the
paper must be addressed to the proprietor.
THE Way TO sUBscR1BE.-The proper mode to sub
scribe for paper Is TO enclese the money in letter
and direct dlstlnctly-giying individual name, With
the post office, county and State.
- The z Magnolia" is published in Richmond, Va.
Oct 2l-6t.
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CONFECTIONERY STORE.
CHOICE VARIETIES
FOR tn SEASON AT THE STAND
FORMERLY OCCUPIED By
WN. r. MOUNT, Main ST., Stauntcn, Va.
MAGNUS S. CEASE

NIAo1N y y -. 0E AoE
NIOULD respectfully call theattentlon of the citi
w zens of fStaunton and vicinity Eis large and en-
tirely new stock of SPRING GOODS. which be is nov
receiving and opening consisting Of Water Sugar and
ron, Dates, Prunes, English Walnuts, Fiberts, Al
monds, Ground Nuts, Pecan Nuts Lemons, Oranges
Sardines, and Candies of every description
Also FANCY sGooDs, FRENCH CANDIES, CAKES AM
Tors.
- Wedding parties furnished at the shortest no
tice, and on the most reasonable terms.
Also Fresh Peaches, Lobsters, Pickles, Catchups
&C., &c.
He will sell on reasonable terms, and respectfully
solcits share of patronage.
- Candy sold at Wholesale and Retail.
Staunton, May 29, 1860.
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fgNRTT,Ts SALE OF THREE LOTS q

fTRU,T. SALE OF THREE LOTS OF
i LAND.-In pursuance of authority vested in
by deed of trust, executed by Peyton Scott, who Is
nonresident of the State of Va.) will, on MON
DAY, the 10th day of November, on the premises, al
10 o'clock, proceed to sell, for CASH. three lots of
LAND adjoining each other, cotaining acres each,
lying near Waynesboro', on the East side of South
River and the NORTH side of the public road lead
ing to Rockfsh Gap. Also, whatever there may be
of the personal property conveyed by said Scott
in said trust. ID. S. YOUNG.
Oct. 2l-tds