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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
A SOLDIER OF AUGUST.

We have been informed by Mr.. VIM
Taylor, of this place, soldier belonging
to Company 9, LIST Va. Cavalry, thai
about the Is of April whilst he was ri
ding with another soldier belonging tc
the 9th Va Cavalry who said his name
was Hanger, and that he lived on Mid
die river in Augusta county, they both
became mired in a swamp, and that
Hanger lost his life. Mr.. Taylor was
badly hurt on the head and back, and
was carried 10 a neighboring house
in an insensible condition. Herequests
US to make this statement that the friends
Of the deceased may be able to designate
which Hanger it was, and to learn his
sad fate. Mr.. Taylor did not learn his
first name This misfortune happened
in consequence Of their being misdirect
ed by person of whom they inquired
the way.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
FOR THE SPECTATOR.
THE ELECTIONS.

The present momentous crisis of the country
involves all that is dear or valuable TO man in
this life. Everything calculated to influence the
result should be carefully considered and wisely
chosen.
The election of Governor, Representatives and
Delegates, is the most responsible and difficult
cnty the people are required to perform. Many
even in this country, are beginning to doubt the
CAPACITY of the people for this delicate trust
Let US approach the work with caution.
The times demand men for these important
positions, of the most extensive knowledge and
experience, unquestionable integrity, high moral
worth and firmness. Men who cannot be con-
trolied by their appe titles passion, cliques or
parties; who cannot he influenced by the impor-
tunate presumtuous and arrogant, place or con-
tract seeker; whose Judgment cannot be biased
by a sumptuous dinner and strong drink, or
brides who can say no and spurn from their
presence those bloodhounds who would snatch
the last morsal of bread from orphans and wild
ows to increase their illicit gains; who have the
firmness to resist those Shyivcks who would
usurp all the powers of the government and
make them subserve their individual or family
interests. Elect no man for Governor who Will
allow any one to stand between him and prop
er discharge of his duty. Elect no representa-
tive or Delegate, who will recommend persons
for place who are known to be corrupt' al inc
bidding of others. Elect no government con-
tractor or SPECTATOR. Elect no boys FOR grave
and responsible legislation, no matter how high
an opinion they may have of themselves.
The last few years have shown that unfairness,
arrogance, insult, oppression and crime may be
practiced with impunity in the sacred name of
Liberty. There is but a short step between en-
lightened liberty and int. lerable despotism -
Beware then, my coultrymen, that you do not
trife with your safety-your all. We are in the
throes of terrible revolution. Take care that
this is not the last time you may have the priv
ilege of freemen to exercise. The wisdom OF
your choice may have powerful influence upon
Your destiny. BEWARE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
DEATHS IN THE sgd REGIMENT.

By the kindness ofthe Chaplain of the
SD Va. Regiment, we have been fur
nished for publication the report of the
deaths which have occurred in that reg
iment, which was prepared for the pur-
pose Of being filed in the 'Army Intelli-
gence Office" in Richmond. This is a
document which all who have relatives,
friends and acquaintance in that regi-
ment should preserye. tits official, and
gives the names, and rank of the persons,
and the time, place and cause Of their
deaths. We will publish it in our next
issue, and will print some extra copies
Of the Spectator" containingit. Those
who wish to purchase them should send
their orders as soon as possible. They
will be sold at Is cents each. We hope
to be furnished with a similar report OF
the deaths in the 9Th Regiment.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
WILLIAMSBURG, WASHINGTON AND
SUFFOLK.

The latest news from williamsburg
confirms the report Of the capture Of
that ancient town by the forces Of Gen
Wise.
For the past week particular interest
has been felt in the news trow Suffolk
in Virginia, and Washington, in North
carolina, as movements of great mill
tary consequence are in progress near
these small towns. Gen. ID. II. Hill is
besieging Washington, and Gen. Long
street, Suffolk. There has been some
fighting, but nothing definite has yet
been determined, though we are in hopes
every day of receiving gratifying news
from these offensive expeditions against
the enemy. We anticipate that they
will result in the capture Of quite num-
Der of 'blue BIRDS" with valuable stores,
,(Rc.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
FOR CONGRESS.

ITO THE VOTERS OF THE nth CON.
1 GRESSIONAh DISTRICT COMPOSED OF The
COUNTIES OF AUG USTA, ROCKINGHAM. kOCh-
BRIDGE, PENDLETON, HIGHLAND, BATH, ~
CAdONTAS AND ALLEGHANY.
have received numerous applications from TREND
in all the counties Of the District urging me 10 ao"
the use of my as candidate for Congress at tine
election in Nav next The time has now arrived wheI
in Justice 10 Them as we'll as myself my determIna
ton should be announced.
If it be the pleasure of the voters to return tc
the next Congress of the Conederacy as thew repre-
sentative, pledge myself to the use OF all proper ano
honorable efforts to promote their interests and main
tain the honor of our beloved Commonwealth and OF
our youthful Confederacy.
twill be impossible for me to visit the severa
counties of the District prior the election without
dsregarding official obligations imposed upon me by
my position as Governor of the Commonwealth. This
I am sure the people will not expect OF me, and
must therefore leave my cause in their care.
The manner in which my representative duties
discharged while had the honor to in the Con
gress OF the United States for eight years Is well
known to you, and believe may safely say that my
NV constituents My action as Governor under cir
cumsances of greater difficulty and embarrassment
perhaps than have attended of my predecessors
since the war of the Revolution of l76 is before you
and by it am willing to be judged.
With this brief annunciat on am before the Dis
trict or the judgment of the people upon my polit
cal conduct during trying period IN our history IN
which nave endeavored to perform my duty, as q
ia and to the Confsderacy. Respectfully,
Richmond Va. jon LETpHER,
April II, lS63-tde.
We ane authorized to announce Hon. JOHN B. BALD
WIN as Candidate for reelection to the Congress
the Confederate States in the 18th aCongressioha
District composed of the counties OF Augusta kock
bridge, Rockingham, Pendleton, Bath, Allegheny
Highland and Pocahontas
March 24th-tde
Papers in the Destrct will copy and send bill to th
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
NORTHERN NEWS.

The Yankees, as usual, are putting the best
face possible upon their repblse at Charleston
The account they give Of it is boiled down to
the following EXTRACT:
The affair might be summed up thus: We
have entered Charleston harbor, made success
full reconnaissance, engaged the rebel forts for
three hours, damaged Sumter pretty seriously,
lost one vessel, and have now crcwnng proof
of the invulnerablity of the Monitor fleet.
They say that they did not lose their ssdevil."
It is very certain that the Devil will never lose
them. He has fee simple title to the whole of
Them and when he no longer has any use for
them on earth he will take them to himself
They are so well skilled in devlish proceedings
that he might safely surrender his sceptre into
their hands they could co his usual work quite
efficiently. Yankee account says.
The .Devil'' was not lost, as stated by the
Rebel dispatches. When the Weehawken re-
turned from the distractions, the scow she had
il tow broke loose and grounded off Morris Is
land. The Rebels, thinking it dangerous af-
fair, peppered away at it, thinking it was the
4Devil,'' which is safe, and will yet be used "a
gainst the Rebels,
Another account sayS GA pointed shot of
English manufacture penetrated the iron-cla
w hitney battery Keokuk, which sunk twelve
hours afterwards near the beach,
A quartermaster and six men on tho Nantuck-
ct were killed.
Arrangement are beiug made to blow up the
Keokuk.
Reports are conflicting as to future move
ments. 1t was positively stated by one OF the
pilots that the Monitors would withdraw over
the bar and further action for the present be
suspended.
Capt Atwell. of the steamer Geo. Peabody,
who was at Hilton Head on the 9Th, saw the
Monitor Nabant. She had five holes in her
chimney. and 500 shots were fired at her from
tho Rebel batteries in Charleston harbor, but
she was not severely injured. Some rivets had
been started from her turret, wnlch preciuded
her guns from working to advantage.
MISCELLANEOUS NEWS.
The entire Tallahatchie fleet arrived at Hele-
ma, Ark, on the It'll. The divisions under
Quinby and Hovey have been ordered to Vicks-
burg. A Yankee feet was making preparations
to run the blockade.
A special to the Cincinnati Commercial from
Murfreesboro, 18th, says evan Dorm attacked
Gen. Granger. at Franklin, with $4,000 men,
the battle lasting nearly all day. Van Dorm was
repused with loss of 800, while our loss is
1907
Gen. SANKEY'S cavalry, led by himself, charged
and captured battery and 200 men, but, being
unsupported, was compelled to Ieiingulsh the
battery and all but 20 prisoners. The enemy
was pursued until dark
A special to the New York Herald, 18th,
mentions rumor that Mcclellan had rendered
his resignation, and says the War Department
had decided to muster out the two Years regi-
ments, to date from the time OF their muster in
to the service of the United States
Fifty dollars bounty and thirty Gays THROUGH
are promised each soldier who re enlists for a
year after his term of service expires.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
FOR CONGRESS.

Several individuals have been called
upon to become candidates for Congress
in opposition to Hon. Jno. B.. Baldwin.
There may be a few persons, who
have ssaxes to grind" who may desire
some other individual to represent this
District, but we are satisfied that such
a desire is confined to but few. The
great majority of the people of the Dis
trict are not only satisfied, but highly
pleased with the ability, fidelity and
patriotism of their present very efficient
representative. The people desire to
have the benefit of his services in the
next Congress, and to witness at this
time scramble on the part Of any am
bilious Office seekers and placc-hunters,
to GUST him from the office he fills with
such marked efficiency would be par
ticnlarly repugnant to them. The peo-
pie, by which we mean the great mass
who are looking only to the interests of
their country, have no desire to witness
a scramble Tor Office, but desire those
who are efficient and faithful to remain
at the "posts of duty" assigned them
Mr.. Baldwin has been watchful of the
Interests of the whole country, and has
been faithful and true to the interests o.
OF his immediate constituents. Though
a young member of Congress being
his first terms--he has acted a
prominent part in the discussions and
deliberations of that body, and his tai
ents, strong sense and sound judgment,
have commanded the respect Of its
ablest members. He has a strong in.
tellect, a pure character, and an honest
heart-a combination seldom met with
/ in office-holders. We are satisfied that
the great mass Of his constituents are
unwilling to exchange him for any 9th
er man. As before remarked, several
individuals have been called upon to
become candidates, but we think that
they will decline to do so, as they must
be satisfied that the majority are unfa-
vorable to change. 9s
P. S.-After the above was in type,
we received the card of Gov. Letcher,
announcing himself candidate for Con
eress published in another column.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
THE STARVATION CAMPAIGN.

1t seems that the enemy, despairing
of conqueling us by force Of arms, are
now basing their hopes ofsubjugating us
upon the delusive idea that they can
starve us to death. 1t will thus be seen
that our ssHome soldiers farmers
will have q very important part to
perform in the great struggle for the &C
complishment Of the freedom and indie
pendence Of our country. We have no
doubt that they will perform their part
well, and will succeed in frustrating the
designs and blasting the hopes of the
enemy. Every farmer should engage in
the patriotic labor of raising whatever
may be used to sustain the lives of our
soldiers and feed the horses of our ar
mics. This is no time for idlers and
loafers there should be no drones in
the great hive of our population. Those
who do not aid in the cultivation should
not be allowed to enjoN the fruits OF
success obtained by the tolls and sacri-
fees of others.
The "Examiner," in speaking Of the
different schemes of the enemy says:
cat first they were resolved by over
whelming numbers to run over the
South and extinguish the rebellion in six
weeks. This plan failing, they resorted
to the splendid scheme OF the oqaaconda;;
that Of attacking the South with dozen
great armies at once by sea and by land.
The rebellion refusing to expire in
that style, and hald fighting being a
species of tactics costing agreat amount
Of life and blood they now persuade
themselves that the true method ofsub-
DUNG the rebellion is by avoiding COLI
sion and waiting for ourpeople to starve.
To support this delusion, the Washing
ton administration has very probably
dispatched emissaries into our country,
charged with the duty of stirring up
pretended bread riots, encouraging the
the thieves, prostitutes, and vagabonds
of our towns to this measure by holding
out the idea that boots, jewelry, hatsand
general merchandise may be stolen with
impunity in the general melee"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21

On the morning of the 9th of February JAMES b
WILSON, son of William ]. and Patience K: Wilson.
Of Rockbridge departed this life at the residence of
Capt MeCauiy, near Salem, Roanoke CO., Va. IN the
gath year of bis age
vi our much esteemed young friend 1t NAV be SAID
ne was kind, fond, and aectionate son and BROTH
err; in his friendship, gueless and sincere; in his
disposition, open, candid, and honorable; ana In his
intercourse with his fellow courteous and kind.
On that could offer some consolation to the hearts
of his bereaved famiy--once happy, now desolatel-
But the idol of those hearts gone and consolation
can come only from that Divine source who holds in
His hand the fate of and the dsstinies of worlds
Rest, dear friend, thy spirit is free,
The portals of Heaven open to thee.
The hope of fond parents is buried in gloom,
For the idol of their hearts lies cold in the tomb.
G. W. r..
On Wednesday morning, the 18th inst, at the resi-
dence of her son. George Shreckhse, Mt Sidney
Mrs. BARBARA sHRECKHISE, aged 80 years, 6
months and 10 days.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
FOR THE SPECTATOR.

Will tho people of Stanton tolerate forever the
miserable imposition practsed th EN- by the pres
ent Iessees of the Gas Works They have tau ght the
people to rely entirely gas for ight-induced them
divest themselves of the ancient lights for their
houses-persuaded the Gas Company to raise she
price of gas from to ten dollars age
men to the lessees to be active and energetic in
lighting the town. and suddenly, when tallow candles
are from three to four dollars pound and not to be
had at that, have left the town in darkness
Will not the Gas CompGhy prote ct its own name
from reproach by at once holding meeting of Stock
holders and denouncing the criminal negligence of
the lessees9 A SUFFERER
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
VERY DESIRABLE NOUN
TAIN LANDS FOR SALE.


urY virtue Of decree of the Circuit Court of Mel
ID son county, November Is, 1862. pronounced then
In the case of MAssIE MAssIE, being friendly
suit for the division of Ger tain MOUNTAIN LANDS
belonging to the estate of the late VIM. Massie,
shall as Commissioners of the Court in said suit offer
at auction on the premises, on fA
Tuesday, the 10Th day of June, 1868,
regardless Of weather all the Mountain Lands of
said decedent, not heretofore sold-1st.,
MONTEBELLO TRACT,
containing la9o Acres and lying on, the nead-waters
of I've River, and through which runs the old I've
River and Blue Ridge Turnpike road. Several hun
dred acres are in good state of cultivation. and
der good fencing The Improvements consist of a
comfortable Dwelling, with six Rooms and Passage.
Kitchen, Meat and Ice-house, and several excellent
cabins for servants barn. stables tobacco-house, an
excellent pack-house, blacksmlth's shop, saw and
grist MILL end in addition to ALL fine apple orchard
In full bearing condition. This place is the best open
ing Virginia for tan yard and cooper establish
ment large scale, having plenty of wood and bark
of the best variety ON it and around It, 1t lies IN Mel
son county, on the mountain the Rockbridge and
Augusta lines Is miles from Massie's Mills. in Nell
SON, and from Midway in Augusta
I'd. The Slade Tract,
two miles from Montebelo, the same read towards
Midway25O acres, about so of which cleared and
under fence.
3D. The ssGRUB TRACT" 500 acres, adjoin-
ing Montebello, and unimproved.
4th. Two small entries Of u and % acres, respect
lively, about one mile from Montebello.
And on the Saturday following, good or bad wealth
err we will SELL at the village Of New Market, Nelson
county, a Lot contaiuing half acre, more, of land
belonging to the same estate.
TERMS, both sales-6, II; and Is monts, with per-
sonal security. and title retained till payment
J. WARWICK
JOS. LIGON.
THOS. J. MASSlE.
April al--tds. Commissioners.
=. M. CoBBs. W. d. MILLER. G. W. PRICE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
TACKsON's RIVER HOTEL AND FARM


In pursuance of two deeds of Trust, one executed
by Samuel NJ w oodward, and the other by Joseph N.
Woodward and Wm e. Woodward to VIM. S. Ii. Bay
lor, Decd the undersigned, trustees appointed
by the Court IN lieu of said Baylor will. Monday,
the 9th day OF the present month, April it being
Court day) in front of the Court-house, in the
of Saunton proceed to Sell at public auction the above
mentioned valuable HOTEL AND FARM TIE Farm
IS one of the most valuable in Allegheny and
about 10 Acres Land. Al least 100 OF which
is Of therichest River Bottom aud situated the
turnpike leading from the Warm Springs the White
sulphur, about Ia miles west of the former and q
of the latter aud within l3 Id miles of the ter
minus Of the VI oinia Central Rail Road
Upon the Fa there is large and Commodious
Hotel, contain 20 or 25 comfOI table rooms an ex-
celient klch two fine Stables. a Barn, Corncrib
and other ssary outhouses. The stand is good
one for Hotel being au excellent summer resort and
is an eligible point for store.
The time when possession will be given and terms
made known on day of sale.
Persons desiring inf. nation will address us at
Staunton Va, call upon Mr. Samuel Kincaid, Nor
ris' Hill, Allegheny county, Va.
VIM. B. KAYSER } Trus-
VIM. A. BURNETT. tees.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
CAMP 31sr VA. INFANTRY,
April 7th. 1863,

Capt. j. H. Berry and others.
GENTLEMEN Your complimentary card requesting
me to announce myself candidate to represent the
district composed of the counties Of Braxton Nicho
las, Clay and Webster in the House of Delegates" has
though held by the enemy nearly since the wal
began, have furnished to the Southern Army more
than their ratio of gallant soldiers the South
boast of.
l comply with your request and should be the
choice of the homeless of our district pledge
yself the discharge of my duties to the best Of
my ability. will be impossible for me to leave my
duties the field at the opening of what bids lair to
be our most arduons campaign visit che various
commands and counties III which there are soldiers
and refugees from the district and must. therefore
leave my Co use in the hands of my friends Trusting
that the day when all return to our homes in
peace, may not be far distant
am, your obedient Servant
AorjI 14-1mo H. u HAYMOND
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21

~. The war news will soon be OF
absorbing interest, as we are on the eve
of a very active campaign. Battles are
daily expected at many points, and can
not be delayed much longer. We have
not space this week to speak of the con-
dit;on of affairs at the various points,
Forthe war news, look to the Geographic
column.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-04-21
DUBLIC SALE.


| will sell at public auction, on MONDAY, 9TH
APRIL 1855 (Court Day. IN front OF the Court house
in the town of Stauntop. 20 ACRES OF VERY GOOD
LAND situa tie four lies West Of Slaunton, on the
stanton and Parkersburg Turnpike, adjoining Had
well and others. right of way is reserved through
Giadwell's land for the benefit of this tract
Also a lot in the town of Staunton, lying between
the lots of John Teabo and NJ Finn containing about
5O1S square poles. This Is very eligible building
lot.
Should any person desire to purchase either or both
Of these lots privately, application may be made to
Gent VIM. II. Hartman.
- Terms cash, or negotiable note we'll endorsed.
April7-tds JOHN d. IMBODEN.
I AND FOR SALE in AUGUSTA.-On Sat
~ urday, the 18th day of this month, will fnt
to pubic sale tract Of LAND Parnassus, and
ON The Harrsonburg and Warm Springs Turnpike,
containing about 80 ACRES. The land is of superior
qualts-about half cleared, and in cultivation, and
will make desirable home for any one wanting good
small farm.
Terms made known on day of sale to suit purcha-
sers--- JOB COWGEk
April 7-tds .. W OnANfohp.
NOR SALE--s4 ACRES OF LAND.-For
sale. 81 acres of LAND. near John Bayors Mill,
about 90 acres cesred. and the balance in Timber,
adionine the lands of John Baylor and Fleming Bal
lev There is small building and several fine
Springs upon the laud, HENRY EDISON.
March y. 1T