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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
A Brave Boy-The Right Shirt.

To show the spirit of our ''brave soldier boys
we publish an extract from the letter of a boy
only sixteen years Of age in reply to letter
from his father requesting him not to re-enlist. t.
This boy is from Stanton, and belonged to the
"West Augusta Guards" which has been recent
ly converted into an artillery company, and he
is now member of the West Augusta Battery
His letter breathes the right spirit, and we have
no doubt that he expresses the feelings of large
majority of the soldiers from Augusta county
He is an only sen, and as his Father thought ii
probable that lie Che father) would be drafted
in which event there would be no one to support
the mother of this young soldier, his Father ar
pealed to him not to re-enlist. This certainly
was strong appeal, and the boy 70 doubt felt
the full force of it, but it was not strong enough
to induce him to lay down his aims when his
country needed bis services In reply to his Fa-
theirs letter, he said
"You and Ma are opposed to nv re-enlistine
in the army. If every parent gave such counsel j.
what would become of our country? | cannot
consent to leave the army and quit the service
when my country is bleeding and my country
men are struggling tor independence, and to leave
my comrades to battle with the foe in their eff
forts to drive them from our land. 1t NAV be
that you think that there are many who have
staid at home who should take my place. If
they act the coward and will not come out as
freemen and declare they will have their rights
and will not shoulder their muskets and march
In defence Of their native State, but would rath
er stay at hcme, enjoying the luxures of life
and specializing off the poor soldiers who are in
the service, guarding their homes they &C..
IN this way, is that any reason why should do
the same. No, NEVER. I wan. to be one of
those who, to the last, will rally around our
standard to defend our noble and glorious cause.
and, with cur bright colors waving over us and
with our brave General Jackson at the head of
US, and with the motto" Victory or death"-
with stout hearts and determined minds, strike
an effective blow for the preservation of liberty.
and the defence of our country. If the soldiers
should not re-enlist, we would soon have no
country-no hcme. They wonid be ci honored
and disgraced, and the finger of scorn would be
pointed at them. for one would rather suffer
banishment and exile would rather fill a SOL
dier's honorable grave and sleep peacefully be-
meath the green sod Of the Valley. These are
my true feelings and sentiments. I cannot see
how you or any one else can edvise his son not
to re-enlist- especially at this time, when the
tide of success is setting against us.'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

IMPORTANT LAw.-Ths Senate, on the 10Th
inst, passed the House bill authorizing the con-
struction of railroad to connect Fredericksburg
with the Orange and Alexandria railroad, at or
near Manassas. When the road is completed, it
will curtail the distance, by railway, between
Richmond and Manassas, thirty miles. In both
a military and commercial point of view, this
connection will prove OF great service to the
public interests, and its construction should be
prosecuted with all possible yieor.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
Sneeches on monday.

We regret that we have not room to speak OF
the Speeches delivered on Monday as we should
like to 90. We can only mention the fact that ell
oquent and soul stirring speeches were delivered
by 81. W. Sheffey, Esq, Capt. Jno. D. Inboden,
Col. VIM. S. Fl. Baylor, and Capt. Robt. L. Doyle,
appealing to the young men to volunteer with
out delay. It should be sufficient for them to
know that their country calls, and is now in
great need of their service. We feel convin-
ced that the quota of Augusta will be made
up by volunteers. a-Il
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
DIED.

On the lfth inst, SAMUEL CRAWFORD infant son of
j u: and NJ Henne in the 3rd year of his age "Suf.
fer little children to unto me, and forbid them
not. tor of such is the Kingdom of Heaven"
- Rock. Reg please copy
Near South River, Augusta county on the l4th in :
stant' Mr. JACOB HILDEBRAND at the advanced age of
~ years, II months and 81 days. si5s r - -
The deceased, by long life of Kindness and fde,.
ty in the discharge of the various duties of life had
greatly endeared himself to the community in which
he lived. He had been a consistent member of the
Mennonite Church for upwards of so years. -
OF Diptheria Jan. 18th, on the Calf Pasture. JAMES
LYLE, aged years and 6 months, and on the 22nd
MAMIE TEMPLEroN, aged years and months chill
dren of Charles A. and Martha p Dunlap. = ,
). Lyle snd Mamie T.were truly interesting and
lovely little ones-the avorites of ali who knew them
But Gods ways are not our ways, and for wise pur-
poses he took them to the sweet
flowers to more congenial cline where thev shall
bloom in all their freshness and beauty eyermore~
But oh .4
Twas hard to part with ones so dear.
TO know the icy hand of death
-5'si Chill the loved forms, our hearts near
And steal away the feeble breath. 20
yeu Twas hard and yet we felt twas WELL a.1
Another stronger tie is given
To draw our souls from earth awar
And bind them to the joys of heavent
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
Under Arms at Camp AlIeghany

On Saturday morning last, our men were un'
der arms at camp Allegheny from to o'clock
momentarily exp scting an attack. The enemy's
scouts, with the notorious traitor, Slater, as their
guide, came within three miles of our CAMP
1t is thought that the enemy are preparing to
make another attack there in short time
T. s. Later intelligence informs us that there
was no cause for the alarm.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
W- The deepsst and darkest nloom of

~ The deepest and darkest gloom of the
revolution, remarks the Charleston Courier
was in the campaign Immediately preceding the
dawn of victory and success. The most glorious
exhibition of the spirit prowess and resources OF
South Carolina, was given when her capital was
occupied and her seacoast rayaged by the foe,
her Governor fugitive and her SONS pensioners
on the products of the swamps and woods.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
IIADMINISTRATOR,s Sale

A Administrator of Samuel Patterson decd
IA will, on FRIDAY, TIE 7rH DAY OF March s62,
at the late residence of the deceased near Fishers
vile, sell at public sale the following Personal Pro-
,perty: r.
|. One Horse, two Cows and Calves one Four-horse
Wagon. one Spring Wagon, two Slaves man and
wlte) Household and Kitchen Furniture, &c.
TERMS.-For all sums of SIS or less the cash will
be requHed; for all sums over So credit Of six
months will be given the purchaser giving bond and
approved security. SAM'L W PATTERSON
Admir- of Sam1 Patterson, decd
Feb 126a-0tx .I-7
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

W VIM. H. Seward has thrown "a tub to
the whale" in tho promise to Europe that the
United States government wonld reopen the har-
0ors destroyed by its stone fleets, as soon as the
rebels were subjugated. Nothern capitalists are
scared at this additional cost of the war; so thai
Seward has made but little by the intimstion.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

GENERAL BEAUREGARD REpoRrRD S1oK-The
Columbus South Carolnian of Sunday morning
says:
With deep regret we learn tfet General Beau
regard is sick, in Nashville, of typhoid fever, or
sore throat. This is certainly most uniortu-
nate event. happening, as it does,. at the most
critical juneture of the whole war.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

eaY~ An Episcopal clergyman in Washington
named Stewart, was arrested in the pulpit and
afterwards sert to prison, because he omitted
that portion Of the ser7ice wherein he is called
upon to 'bless Thy ssrvant, the President of the
United States, and all Others in authoritv.v
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

g-g The Savannah Republican states thai
the secretary OF War has made a lequisiton on
governor Brown far twelve additional regiments
lor immediate service. 1t also learns that the
Governor will issue a call for volunteers. to
supplY the reqnsltion, and, if not promptly re-
sponded to, draft will be ordered
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
MARRIED.

On Tuesday, the 18th inst, by Rev. Geo. B. TavIor
Mr JOIN d. TAYLOR ard Miss SARAH CArHR1NE RAM
SEY.
On Thursday, the 18th inst, By Rev. j. G. Hensel,
Mr.. GEoRGE H. SAUFLY aud Miss SUSAN c. BYERLY.
daughter of Mr.. Benja Byery of Augusta county,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
Proclamation of the Preside,t

We invite attention to the Proclamation with
visional Government II is worthy of a Chris
tain Republic, and will, we trust, be responded
to in the fervent devotions of the whole people.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

~ The Governor of Mississippi has revoked
the call for ten thousand State troops, and issued
his proclamation, calling for seven regiments
for three years or for the war.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

~ We have been requested by Col. Jno
ii. Crawford to state that he is trying to gel
volunteers to form an artillery Company
those who may wish to join can sign their names
to the roll left at the Superior Court Clerks Of
ice, or the one at the Office Of the Corporation
Court, or the one which Col. Crawford himself
carries.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
Weed.

Those who dssire to pay their subscription in
wood can do s, By hauling US good loads and
good oo0d.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

~ The Confederate prisoners taken at Ros-
noke Island are still at that place. They will
not be taken North, as has been stated, bat will
soon be delivered up in exchange, either at
Fortress Monroe or Elizabeth Citv.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
Gen. Price again vic,orious

On Thursday last the 18th inst, Gen Price
gained another victory at Sugar Greek in Benton
County, Arkansas, near the Missouri line. The
loss OF the enemy is reported to be 700, and
our loss loo.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
PUBLIC SALE OF
Y VALUABIEi PROPERTY :

4 Administrators of Lewis Kincaid, dec d. we
"a. viii offer at public auction, on THURSDAY
THE 18th DAY OF MARCH. 1862, large quauti-
or vaiuable property consisting of Horses 10 IL
Mulch Cows, some of them with very young Calves,
II three year old Cattle, lot of yearngs and Calves
also lot Of Hogs, quantity of Corn Rye and Oats
one Road Wagon complete and nearly new, Harness,
FARMING Utensils of every descriptions Tools, Still
Tubs, Barrels, Kegs, &c. Household and Kitchen
furniture. Sale to commence at 10 o'clock, A NJ.
Terms made known on day OF sale. ,f .tsaf
ilss. ..,-. VIM. w. MONTGOMERY,
- e.t, .s-r 500. HARVEY s. HARRIS,
ss-...t.. -. Adm'rs of Lewis kincald, decd.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
.-.a For Me-Spectator.
CAMP sSToNE WALL" JACKSON, \
!. q Eehrnarv lAth 1850

CAMP s'SToNE- WALL" JACKSON,
"t February 18th, 1862.
Mr.. EDITOR Allow me, through the columns
OF your paper, to offer tribute to the memory of
WM w. FINLEY, member of Capt Patrick s
company of cavalry, who, after brief and pain
ful sickness, died in this camp on the 18th inst
Seldom are we called upon to mourn the death
OF ona, who, for his high moral character, Kind
disposition and soldierly bearing, had won great
er esteem among his comrades. He was the
youngest member of our company, and was one
OF the first to enter into the held in defence of
his country's cause. Faithful in the discharge
OF his duty respectful to his officers, friendly to
all, with benevolent disposition, he won fl r
hlmsslf the affection Of all mis- brother soldiers.
In all the trying and responsible positions in
which our company has been placed during the
last line months, he was always fonnd ready and
urn at his post, realizing, though young as he
was, the Importance of the success of the cause
In which he had SO nobly enlisted. The death
OF this gallant young soldier has been sore af-
Fiction to his family, and one in which they have
the heartfelt sympathie, of a Iamenting company.
thus we have had removed from our ranks the
thirc member by the unerring hand of God, to
whose wi:e judgment we humbly bow, knowing
that all His acts are acts of wisdom Peace to
his ashes-honor to his memory VIC.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
The Virginia Volunteers aud the Govern.
$40 tfa~ IGent Bounty. --@ 40 -

."z te" IIent Bounty.
4Goy. l. tcAer add e>sed The following ques ions
10 the Secretary ef War respecting the bounty
fifty dollars to volunteers
Wi volunteers now in service, who shall
re-erilst for three years or the war into the
service OF Vir yinia, to be transferred to the
O'nfederate Gnv, rnmenr, be entitled to boan-
ty OF fifty dollars eacn? ......
VIII the Virginia volunteers re ealstng uu,ler
the late act OF Assembly for three years-to be
credited by the term already served at date of
re-etlstnent--be enttled to Il e same bounty (?
VIII volunteers for three years or the War
who have not heretofore sci yed, be entitled To-
The SAME hountya
To which the Secetary of War replied as
follows: '-
Ypnr three questions are answered affirnatively.
Each soldier iufnished by Virginia for The war,
10 response 10 the call made by the President,
WI! eceise bounty OF fifty dollars when the
regiment or company is mustered into the Con-
federate Sc, vice, ard will be allowed tianspor-
taiion from h,'ine to the place OF rendezvous."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

W. we have been requested to state that
Lieut.. Ihos. ). Burke is now here on recruiting
service for the "West Augusta Artillery
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

pR The bill assuming Virginia's proportion
OF the Confederate war tax has been passed
by both Houses of the General Assembly.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

w Passengers by yesterday evenings train
say that dispatch had been received at
Charlottesville stating that Norfolk had been
attacked
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

I HEkLb1 ao'tiy all The heirs Of Eay wife, Mary
4 Magdalene Miller, decd, that if they have any le
gal claim that part of land property transferred to
me- by the kindness of my aforesaid deceased wife,
and can by law make my title void and dsDnssess me
of my home, they strictly notified to carry the
same into effect within sixty days, and notify me of
the same, with written notice, as / am prepared
either to yield or defend, as the law NAV require
ADAM G. MILLER.
HI9hiand Co. Va. Feb. 2S. h2-2tSx
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
RELIGIOUS NOTICE.

10 the PREACHERS of the BaItimore Confer.
ence In Virg MIA.
VIE condition of the country rendering regular
session of our Conference impractcabe. Won are
hereby invited to meet 10 the town of Harrisonbure
"a, on the Second Friday in March next, at 10
0 clock, A NJ, transact such business az NAV be
proper. ER. VEITCH
w. G. EGGLESTON.
s. REGISTER
Jan Il, 62-tdm j. s. GARDNER
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

RE-ENLIsT1NG.-We are pleased to fird that
nearly the whole force on General Holmes line
OF the Lower Potomac and Rappahannock is now
or Will soon be in for the war With few excep-
Gons, all tie twelve months regiments have turn
90 themselves over for tie full tern, and the hal
snce, 90 doubt will. This is cheering.- Vii
1nanQtOn Journal
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
W AR NOTICE!

TsNH0SE knowing themselves indebted to the under
4 signed will please come and settle up, as it is
particularly necessary that his affairs be closed by
the 10Th OF March. All who have accounts against
him will please present ahem aud they Will be paid
up, .s.4 w. B. YOUNG.
Feb 25-2tx f 8ea ~ t .I sa
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
LIYINGSTON PIOM CASTINGs.

LIVINGSTON Pt.OW CASTINGS.
I HAYE now in store. and expect to keep ih future
L fine supply Of POINTS, SLIDES, LANDSIDES
&C., &c. suitable for the Livingston Pow in all its
sizes,
l have. also, for sale, the well known Livingston
Piow, manufactured by S. Bradley, Esq which needs
no commendation. GEO. E. PRICE
Feb %. l8i2 -
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25
The Roanoke Island Disaster.

For the disaster at Roanoke Island, deep re.
sponsbl!ty exists somewhere, and it would be
as use ess to attempt to deny or disguise this fact
as it would be wrong to do it even were its
accomplishment possible.
The defences of The position clearly bore no
proportion to the force likely to be ought
against them nor were they at all commensurate
wi h the real Importance of the posts or the
advantages which its maintenance would have
secured.
There was no hurry-there was no surprise.
The authorities had full warning. The post
Lad not been recently occupied. The mighty
force brought against it had been delayed, ap-
parertly by tie interposon of Providence, as if
to give every chance for prep ration, and no ex
cuse for the want gift, ant yet the post was no
stronger when attacked than it bad been months
before, if as strong. No new guns were noun
ted. No attempt made to put additional gan
boats in the Sounds, to throw more men on the
island, to have any light artillery nay, even the
few gnpboats we had were short OF ammunition.
1t is said that Col. Henningsen, with some field
artillery, did arrive at Elizabeth City on Thurs
day night, but could get DO transportation, and
old not get to the island at al, and we cont
know where he is Wilmington Journal
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-02-25

BURR MILLsTONES l
I WISH to purchase setS OF small BURR 81 AiLL-
i STONES. Those having such for sale will address
the subscriber at Willamsville. Bath county, Va,
stating size and price j. a. HAROUFF.
= RebT as. 136AL3t3 .-.e- $50 e. ----tf -.t 'at+
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15

RI The necessary reconstruction of the
navy will effect an entire change of nauti-
cal phraseology. Shiver my timbers,"
will become obsolete, and the corresponding
exclamation will be g q nriyit my plates
Instead of "Scuttle my coppers," the dra-
matte Jack Tar will have TO say "Foul my
screw" or ''Smash my cupola," and where
as he used to utter imprecations on his bow
spirit, he will henceforth, perhaps, invoke
injury on his bow-splitter. Long Tom
Coffin" take note.
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15
AN ORDINANCE

In relation TO Licenses, passed June z, 1862. -t
SECTION 1. Be IL ordained ty fte Common Council
ofMe City of Ecansvile, That in all cases hereaf er
in which City License is required to be paid for
and taken out by any person or pers DDS, For any
purpose whatever, and when said license shall not
have been paid for and taken befo G the
day on which the was duo and payable, the
person persons applying for such license shall
be required to pay fifty per cent. in addition to the
price of such license, as the same may be fixed by
the ord .nances of the city for the time being.
Attest: w. BAKER, Mayor.
p. BU8KE, City Clerk. je13
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15

1E~ At a debating society the subject
was, " Which Is the sweetest production, a
girl or strawberry :" After continuing
the argument for two nights, the meeting
finally adjourned without coming to a con-
clusion-the Older ones going for the straw
berries, and the young ones fol-. the girls.
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15
CIark,s nmna Inne 12
CORPORATION NOTICE.

ORDER FOR A FLANK SIDE-WALK.
June z, 1S62.-And now it is hereby ordered and
directed by the Common Council of the City OF
Evansville, that the of ali lots parts of
lots fronting adjoining the north side OF Third
St., betw, en- Fulton Avenue and Walker Streets,
in said city, cause the sidewalks thereon to be
brought to the proper grade, and that they cause
Site walk OF class No 2, with a wooden curb
constructed, as required by the Ordinances of this
City, to be laid down thereon within thirty dsyss
from the publication of this order.
p. BURKE, Clerk.
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15

Amir, NEITHER.-" Look here, you boy,
you're annoying me very much" said q
nervous old gentleman to an urchin who
was munehing candy with an infinite gus
to at the theater the other evening.
"No amt neither z" returned the little
urchin; "Fm gnawing This ere hunk o
candyi" ~ =
Nervous old gent winked both eyes and
collapsed, while diminutive pantaloons
"chawed aud ground away with mex
pressibIe satisfaction.
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15

Bg Properly cleaning shade trees in No
vember and trimming them February,shas
been found in Philadelphia to be protec-
ton against canker worms, and probably
would prove so here. We have heard that
nails driven into tree is remedy-based
upon the idea that the insect is a disease
arising from cultivation, which slight in
fusion Of iron into the circulation of tree
will correct. - ~.
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15
CONFEDERATION NOTICE.-

ORDER TO REPAIR BRICK SIDEWALK. 50
June z, 1862-And now it is hereby ordered and
directed by the Common Council OF the city OF
Evansville that the owners of all lots parts of
lots fronting OF adjoining the northwest sGe
of Main street, from Sixth to Seventh Streets,
in said City, cause the sidewa ks in front there.
of to be repaired within thirty days from the
publication of this order. 4#.s u ,5..s a
p. BURKE, Clerk.
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15

RSF An ambitious young lady was talk
ing very loud and fast about her favorite
authors, whan a literary chap asked her if
she liked Lamb. With look of ineffabIe
disgust, she answered her interlocutor that
she cared very little about what abe ate,
compared with knowledge.
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15

ORDER TO REPAIR BRICK SIDEWALK.
June 81, 1s62.-Ahd now it is hereby ordered and
directed by the Common Council of the City of
Evansville, that the owners of all lots or parts of
lots fronting On adjoining the northwest side Of
Main Street, be tween the Canal and Sixth Streets in
said City. cause the sidewalks thereon to be
repaired within thirty days from the publication
of this order. E.
P. BURKE, Clerk.
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15
Clerks Office, jane %, 1862.
CORPORATION NOTICE.
nRnER ZOE A pLANK sInE-wALI


June Z, lS62.-And now it is hereby ordered
and directed by the Common Council of the city of
Evansville, that the owners of all lots parts of
lots fronting adjoining the south side of
Third ST., between Fulton Avenue and Walker St.,
in said City, tie sidewalks thereon to lie
brought to the proper grade, and that they eaRse
a sidewalk of Glass No. 2, with a wooden curb con-
structed, required by the Ordinances ofthe City,
to be laid down thereon within thirty days from
the publication of this order. fa ss
P. BURKE, Clerk
City Clerks Office. June u. ISL.
The daily Evansville journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1862-1863, 1862-07-15

2 d" Josh. does the sun ever rise in the
West2" "Never never never " "You
don't say sol Well, you won't get me to
emi2rate 10 the West, if it is always night
out there. Eve cousin who is always
boastipg how pleasant it is in that region;
but it must be all moonshine."