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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20

MISS KATE EIDSON has opened Female
Nl School in West View, village 6 miles west of
Staunton. She School viii continue nine months
from the 5th of Ocsober.- She has had much exper-
ence in teaching, and is hopeful that those who en-
trust their daughters to ker will not have
sion to regret it. Ihe following branches viii be
taught :-Lower and Higher English, French, Latin
can be had in nd the village moderate terms.
Fo1 particulars, address TEACHER,
Oct 6-tf, Box 90, Staunton.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
A R G q S /.
THE NEGRO AND THE YANKEE.

The New York World, of the both
ult., reviewing the working and results
of conscription in the United States, con-
cludes with doubt whether the Gov
ernment will secure more than $4,000
under the operations of the draft. But
of those $4,000 relaa6ze men, the Worlds
figures show that four-ftths, or 10000
will be substitutes. 1t is pretty well un-
derstood now, even in our armies, what
degree of reliability belongs to substi-
tutes.
A Washington correspondent of the
New York Times discussing the same
matter says: cit is the opinion of emf
nent military men here Gin Washington
that colored regiments will form the ba-
sis Of our future armies, and that the
Government will have to rely mainly
upon colored troops to finish up the
| rebellion.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
AN EDITOR.

A "Poick down South" or else
where, was recently inspired to compose
the following:
81 wish | was an editor, | really do,
indeed. 1t seems to me the editors get
everything they need-(except money!
They get the largest and the best OF ev-
cry thing that grows, and get free into
crcuses and other kind of shows-by
giving an equivalent. The biggest bug
viii speak to them, no matter how they
dress; a shabby coat is nothing ii they
own !. printing press. Policy.] At
ladies' tairs they're almost Rugged by
pretty girls who know that they will
crack up every thing the ladies have to
show. BullyD And thus they get a
blow out free at every party feed, and
the reason is because they write and
other people read. That's what's the
matter.l f.efs9e fuy7.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20

* C. YEAKLE, has just arrived from Dixie,
VI. with fine assortment of DRUGS and pQ
MEDICLNES, consisting in part. as follows:
Soda, sulphur. Indigo, Copperas, Alum, AS In
safoetda Cream OF Tartar Davis Pain Killer Epsom
Salts, Castor Oil, Gum Arabic, Gum Camphor, Sweet
Spirits Nitre, Balsam, Copavia Sugar OF Lead Iodde
Potash, Choroform Calomel, Berax, and St1ichnine.
Persons in want of articles in his line wodld do well
to give him call at Dr. Young's old stand. Every
available means will be used in keeping on hand a
general assortment of Drugs and Medicines.
Stanntnn. Sent q l462-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
ARREsTINa DEsERrERs.

A PHI to authorize the arrest of deserters by
Tue civil antuorltles, was taken up and passed.
Also, bill to arm and equip the militia of the
Commonwealth.
SeVeral bills were read second time, when,
on motion OF Mr.. Hart, the Senate adjourned.
HOUSE, Oct. u.
Senate bill to suppress gambling was taken up,
reaa nrst and second time, and committed.
Mr.. Burwell, from the Committee on Roads
and Internal Navigation, reported bill for the
completion of the Covington and Ohio Railroad.
Mr.. Bouldin, from the Committee on Fi1sance
reported bill authorizing the payment OF fees
to Commissioners of Revenue in certain cases.
Mr.. Robertson, from the Committee on Con-
federate Relations, reported adversely to res
olution as to the expediency-ef urging the Pres
ident to convene an extra session of Congress.
The House then resumed the consideration Of
the order Of the day-the bill to re-organize the
militia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
MISCELLANEOUS.

MISCELLANEOUS.
Lynchburg KeSe and Fire
INSURANCE COMPAN Y,
LYNCHBURG, VA.
TINE capital ofthis company has recently been in
Il creased by subscription of
$lOO 900,
making the present Capital and Surplus ofover
$333,OOO.OO.
OFFICERS.
]. R. Mcdaniel, President j. M. CoBBs, Vice Pres
G. B. THURMAN, Chief Eng c. I. WILLIS, Secretary
j. o. WILLIAMS. Treasurer.
DIRECTORS.
Jno. Otey Taylor, James Payne,
Jno. T. Davis, W.T.. Anderson,
s. FL Mckinney, Wm. 81. Stratton,
NJ S. Langhorne, G. r. Slaughter,
Acting as agent for the company, am prepared to
receive applications and issue policies against loss
damage by fire. on terms favorable as the nature
of the Risk and the real security OF the insured and
Of the company will warrant. WIN. d. GUY,
Gen. Ag't for the State fVa.
SLAVE INSURANCE.
The Lyuchburg Hose and Fire Insurance Company
insurng Slaves for four years uponthe most
re asonable terms Persons wishing to effect insu-
nee upon the lives of their Servants Property
can do so by apPlyingto
AprlI1f, 1850. Gen. s-s't ssaunton,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20

C,ToCK CATTLE FOR SALE.--On Mon
day The oath inst L will sell, in front of the
Court Honse. IN Staunton, at public sale, 25 head o.
STOCK CATTI e, sold py me to james McComb, bua
which he refuse to receive. Te, ms cash.
o. at,aSf* THOS. A. TURK.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
HOUSE, Oct. 10.
FOR THE SPECTATOR.

Mr.. EDITOR The condition of our roads is,
or should be matter OF deep interest to the
public. The roads are becoming almost lmpas-
sable, many not having been worked for more
than two years. Most of the bridges are in a
dangerous condition, and 1t is a matter of great
surprise that the members of the Grand Jury
havs gone to Staunton time and again over these
roads, and yet no presentments. They have cas-
ed their consciences, while basely violating their
oaths, by the himsy argument, that during the
war there are not enough hands to keep the roads
in repair, and that such things should be over
looked tor the present This is entirely wrong.
Our roads should be regularly worked, for &c a
stitch in time saves nine, - holds as good in work
ing our roads as in repairing our domestic rents.
Then, too, our business has to be done with
smaller and weak efteams, the roads should be
kept in better order. l have never seen the
roads and bridges in such order. Many of the
bridges are tottering to the fall | need not
specify, as all are in the same condition. But l
will mention two as a sample: the bridge in the
turnpike, over the branch that passes out of the
Lunatic Hospital garden, has been in wretched
condition for over two years, (and is now very
dangerous and the bridge over the railroad
near Hugh McClure's, over which it will soon be
unsafe to drive buggy, for fear of falling
through. Then, too, the public roads are block
AIDED at every wagon makers and blacksmith'S
shop by old wagons, pluws and lumber. The pub
lie have endured the blockade on the road, where
it passes under the railroad to enter Staunton
from the east, as long it will. This has con-
tinued for over two years, and is great outrage.
The proprietors of the Virginia Livery Stable
have been allowed to blockade the street oppo.
site their Office door, with buggieS, carriages,
wagons and carts for so long time, that they
feel themselves perfectly at liberty to keep you
sitting On your horse or in your buggy, waiting
for some one ahead to get out of the way just as
long as they may please. Have these a
grant of tins entire street? Shall they be allow
ed to continue this nuisance to the inconveni-
ence of many? They have large vacantlot,
and yet on Court day, string of buggies hum
dren yards long may be seen obstructIng half OF
very narrow, and yet very public street. 1t is
to be hoped that our read masters will awake to
sense of their duty. cr that ur next Grand Ju-
ry will perform the responsible duties of their
office with more fidelity to the public and credit
to themselves. Is there no tribunal before which
Grand Jurors may be brought for dereliction of
duty.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20

AMI DAY SCHOOL.
Mrs. Forrest, will resume the duties OF her school
on MONDAY, the Glst CT sept. Address
Auonst 1s-2m* MRS. s. FORREST,
Eastw ocd, Staunton, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20

M. MooRE. P. BAYNE. c. B. HOOD
MOORE, BAYNE Il CO.,
No. AZ, MAIN STREET,
Lynch6urg, Va.,
WHOLE SALE
GROCERS ce COMMISSION MERCHANTS
AND AGENTS THE SALE
Manufactured and Smoking Tobacco,
Will receive and sell
SHGAR, MoLASsFs, WHEAT,
CORN, FLOUR,
BACON, LEATHER, and ali
kinds of
COUNTRY PROLUCE.
All sales promptly reported, accompanied by the
nett proceeds thereof Jan 20, 1862-1yr.
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MISCELLANEOUS.
--o~-y- ~~<~~~-~@-~-~-o-~-o> >--~>~->.~,-1-1,-
NEW MUSIC:
In PUBLISHED BY
GEORGE DU IN & CO., RICHM0M0, VA,

IN PUBLISHED BIZ
GEORGE DU IN & CO., RIcHMo4s0, VA,
AND
JULIAN a. sELBY, COLUMBIA, S. C.
ANNIE OF TB q FALE--Mnsic by j. r. Thomas
author of In my Cottege by the Sea-
WHEN THIS RUEL WAR is OVER--Music by
Henry Tucker.
WE HAVE PAETED-ooesry and Music by Miss
Ella Wren.
KATHLEEN Nj MAVOURNBEN-F. n Crouch.
HARP OF TIE SOUTH AWAKE--C. L. Peti-
colas.
MY WIFE AND CHILD-Poetry by General Jack
son, of Ga.,~ Music by F. w. Roster
SEE AT YOUR FEET A ASUPPLIANIA0NE-Ba Balfe..
ROCK Me TO SLEEP, MOTHER-Music by J. Ii.
Hewitt.
MOTHER IS THE BATTLE OY Err?
VIRGINIAN MARSEILLAISE-Org French
Music.
KEEP Me AWAKE, MOTHER-Denck.
THE SOUTH. 81. Hewitt.
ALL QUIET ALONG THE POT olIAC TONIGHT
j H. Hewitt
All printed on good paper, with ornamental titles.
- Retail price, 81 each,
The trade supnIid at " half off, with additional
five per cent. when one hundred any one piece is
ordered.
Blank Music Lines on the best cap paper, 81 per
sheet of four pagesforty per cert Of 70 the trade
Oct l3--2tS
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT,

The following communication from .hg Exc
fcutive was read:
| EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT,
Richmond, Va, Oct. l3, 1862
Gentlemen of the Senate and House Of Delegates
| Another young and gifted son of Virginia has
fallen in defending the honor of his native State
and in upholding the Confederacy. Prior t.
the opening of the war, Captain VIM. B. Newtor
represented the county of Hanover in the House
of Delegates with distinguished ability, and his
political career gave assurance of great future dis
| tinction. His conduct during the war has been
marked by gallantry, courage and devotion to
| the cause. In private life he was amiabe, c0ur-
teous and gentlemanly. His character for honor,
integrity and virtue, public and private, was ir-
lreproachable. When such men die, it is proper
that their names and services should be held in
grateful remem brance-that their virtues should
be held up before the rising generation for
emulation land that their memories should be
enshrined in the hearts of their countrymen
Respectfully, JOHN LETcHER.
By Mr.. Quensbury-Of making some arrange
ments with the Confederate authorities by which
sufficient supply of flour and the necessaries of
life may be secured to the citizens of the cities
and towns of the Commonwealth, from Impress
ment.
BY Mr.. Taylor, of Montgomery-What addi-
tional legislation is necessary for the further re-
lief and comfort of Virginia soldiers, now serving
in the army of the Confederate States.
ADJOURNMENT.
On motion of Mr.. Day, it was
Resolved, That the Senate will, with the con-
currence of the House of Delegates, adjourn on
Tuesday the 10th instant
Laid over under the rules.
The militia bill, amended and communica-
ted from the House, referred to the Com
mittee on Military Affairs, and the amendment
ordered to be printed.
On motion, the Senate adjourned.
HOUSE, Oct. 13.
A communication from the Governor, announ-
cling the death of Captain N ewton, was laid be-
fore the House by the Speaker. GSee Senate
proceedings.
Fitting and eloquent eGlogies were delivered
on the social qualities and estimable character
of the deceased, his legislative services and de-
voted gallantry in the field, by Messrs. Ruther-
ford, Raymond, of Marion, Burwell and NJ cCue
the latter gentleman referring, in fitting terms
to the death, or the same field, of Capt. p. D.
Williams, of Prince William, in the same regi-
ment.
On motion of Mr.. Deyerle, the rules were sus-
pended, and the bill to regulate the prices OF all
articles manufactured in this State, and the
sale of all articles in the same, was taken up.
Mr.. Anderson offered substitute for the or
iginal bill, and moved that the bill be laid upon
the table and be made the order of the day to-
morrow, and that the substitute be printed
Pending the consideration of the subject, the
hour of II arrived, and the House resumed the
consideration of the order of the day-the bill to
the militia. After some time passed
in the consideration of the bill, it was finally
passed yeas 88, nays Is.
And then the House adjourned
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20

40n REWARD Stolen, from the subscri-
SIUU ber's pasture, on the waters of the Black
Thorn in Pendeton county, Va, on the night of the
24th September last, bright b HORSE low car,
foos white. natural PAGER, sever eight years old
Twill give the above reward OF 800 for his return
to me- or secured so that eau @. i..il.
| Oct 1sEsts* JOHN IlrSENBARGER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
REYOND QUESTION

REYOND QUESTION
WYE are now receIving supply of TOBACCO that
w for quality and'yariety, cannot be surpassed in
the State, comprising all the grades running
p from yery low price to the choicest chew that
be had. Merchants will please examine our stoc1
r. J. GLENDY,
stannton Sent. s5. 1861. per G. T CoCHRAN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
SENATE, Oct. IA.
BILL REGULATING PRICES.

BILL REGULATING PRICES.
The motion was agreed to, and Mr.. Anderson
gave his views in favor of the bill. The question
was on the motion of Mr.. Guy, to strike out the
whole OF the first section of the bill. Many OBJ
jected that the bill was arbitrary, and would pre-
vent production. But these were not ordinary
times. He thought if We could sustain the con-
script law, which took men, body and soul, and
placed them in The army, We ought not to refuse
to egislate for the purpose OF prov iding for the
support of the families of these poor soldiers
If the last was arbitrary, was not the first more
so.
On motion of Mr.. Neeson, the bill was laid
upon the table and made the order of the day for
tomorrow (15th) at O'Clock.
On motion of Mr.. Dulaney, the Senate ad-
journed.
HOUSE, Oct IA.
Mr Baker offered resolution instructing the
Committee on Military Affairs to inquire into
the expediency of authorizing the Governor to
procure boots and shoes for the soldiers of Vir
glnla IN the Confederate service
Mr.. Stewart offered resolution instructing
the Senators and requesting the Representatives
from this Commonwealth in the Confederate Con-
gress to urge the passage of bill increasing the
pay OF soldiers in the Confederate army.
Mr.. Snowden offered resolution, which was
agreed to, instructing the Committee on Courts
OF Justice to Inquire into the expediency of "a
mending the Code, so as to authorize the sale of
free negroes who have aided or abetted the es-
cape OF slaves, the proceeds Of such sales to be
appropriated to the indemnity of owners ofslayes
so escaping.
On motion of Mr.. Rutherford, the bill to de-
fine and punish the offence Of forestallng, re.
grating and engrossing, and to regulate and re-
strict the ssintermediate employment Of capital
between the producer and consumer was taken
up and ordered to be engrossed.
The House then took recess until 8 O'Clock,
P. NJ
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20

MAGNUS S. CEASE
NTOULD respectfully call theattenton of the c1ti-
w zens of fStaunton and vicinity to his large and
tireiy new stock of SPRING GOODS, which he is now
receiving and opening consisting of Water Sugar
Soda Crackers Picnlcs, Raisns Figs, Currants, Cit
ron Dates Prunes, English Walnuts, Filberts, Al
monds, Ground Nuts, Pecan Nuts, Lemons, Oranges
Sardines, and Candies of every description
Also FANCY sGooDs, FRENCH CANDIES, CAKES AND
TOYS.
~ Wedding parties furnished at theshortestno-
tice, and on the most reasonable terms.
Also Fresh Peaches, Lobsters, Pickles, Catchups,
&C., &C.
He wllsell on reasonable terms, and respectfully
solicits a share ofpatronage.
- Candy sold at WholesGleGmd Retail.
Staunton, May 29. 1860
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
ATICTION and CONHIygION H(NISE.

~ 2. CATLE1T Il j. W; ABBY having
" entered Into 90 par nershp for the purpose OF
conducting the Auction and Commission business,
offer their services in the sale OF Cattle, Wares and
Merchandise of all kinds, either IA town eounty-
Auction House, az the stand O. s.osAe Aibys, near
the V,rginis Eotsl, All Goods consigned to thei-
care vii receive special and p9ompt as.tsepton. a.tse All
notice given Of Publia Sic Sic days.
UeJ ls-otss CATLETT Il ABBY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
REGULATING PRICES.
SENATE, Oct. 9.

The order of the day, the bill regulating pri-
ces, being called for by DR.. Garnett, the bill was
taken up, when Mr.. Guy, being entitled to the
floor, addressed the Senate against the bill. At
the conclusion of Mr.. Guys remarks, on motion
of Mr. Christian of fMiddlesex, the Senate adjourn
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
SENATE. Oct. ls.

DEATH OF CAPTAIN W. B. NEWTON.
The following communication from rhg Exc
ltiva raad
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20

Senate bill. having for it's object the arming and
equpping Of the Virginia militia reported from the
House With material amendments, was laid on the
abiethe special patron of the bill being absent from
his seat.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20
SENATE, Oct. 16.

The bill, reported from the House, authorizing the
Board OF Public Works, acting b. ard of supervi-
sors TO modify the contract of lease between Stuart,
Buchanan Co and Thos. R. French-relating to
the salt suppY-was taken up, and the rules having
been suspended passed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-10-20

EOR sALE.--HOUSE AND LOT IN MT. SID
Il NEY In Pursuance OF decree of the Circuit
Court of Augusta County rendered in the cause of
Craun &c. VS.. Weller and others depending in said
DAY. the 3lst day of this month, to sell at public
sale, to the highest bidder for Cash. in confirmation
Of report of sale, Two Lots in said town. on one OF
which there is erck mansion House, stable and out
houses, now occupied by the Misses Hyde.
T. w. SHEFFY, mu..
Oct 13-tds. NIX. TROUT. Trustees.
Holmes County farmer. [volume] (Millersburg, Ohio) 1857-1926, 1863-06-04
The Nominations.

The contes, ON Saturday last for nomna-
tions brought out quite large vote. with
one exception it was tho largest vote ever
poled in the county at primary election
Who're there were so many candidates every
man could not secure the nomination Of all
the candidates Of his choice. We always
havo more or less complaining after nom-
nation; but wo have less Of it this year than
usual. The ticket nominated gives general
satisfaction, and will be elected by a very
large majority. Let us make the majority SO
large that it will be big lift in redecmjng
the State from Abolition rule.
LITTLE HOLMES, by giving / ,7G3 majo'ity
last fall, secured the election of Hon. GgoRGa
Bliss to Congress aud made her gallant Dem
ocracy honored throughout tho county. In
this trying hour, when ianaticism is dragging
tne country down to ruin, let us be united
and active in Our efforts to redeem and save
1t from Southern secessious IS and Northcri
Abolitionists that We may perpotuats the I'm
ion OF our fathers and make sure TO ourselvc,
and to our children the rich boon Of consti-
tution0l liberty. "Thc Constitution rs it is
the Union a. it was" is our watchword. Let
it be inscribed upon every ballot, aud, en-.
blaz oncd upon all our banners and by this
sign We will conquer fanatictsm and save the
country.
Holmes County farmer. [volume] (Millersburg, Ohio) 1857-1926, 1863-06-04

their visit. Thho Colonel to whom tbev
were referred declined at first to receive
the prisones.
"a statement of tho case being reitera
ted, and an urgent appeal being again
made by the Federal officers, tho rebel
Oolonel finally consented. The carriage
was thon driven forward, md passed far
within the cncmy's lines, and the prisoner
delivered to rebel guards Mr.. Vallan-
digham, on being transferred to the enes
N.Y. said to the guards taking him under
charge, and asked Federal officers surren-
deting him to mark his words: 81 am a
citizen OF the State of Ohio, United States
OF America. l am sent within your lines
contrary to my will and wish. I ask that
you receive me as your prisoner"
He then repeated the words, that they
might be more firmly impressed, and bade
adieu to the officers who brought him.
The rebels promised that they would,
send the prisoner forward TO Shelbyville
as soon as possible. The Colonel receiy-
ing him did not accept him as a priso-
ner, but rs citizen, to be sent for dis
posal to the rebel headquarters at Shell.
byville.
The above is the Commercials account.
We publish on our first page an ac-
count taken from Murfresboro correspon-
dent Of the Cincinnati Gazette Of the de-
livery of Mr.. Vallandgham into the hands
of the Confederates. We call especial
attention to Mr.. Vallandigham's decla-
ration, at the time, made to the rebels
who received him. He said:
81 am citizen of Ohio and of the Uni.
ted States. / am here within your lines
by force and against my will. l, therefore
surrender myself to you as prisoner Of
war;"
The same correspondent, political
opponent, adds:
"The bearing of Vallandigham through
out the whole affair was modest. Sensible
and dignfed."
So the upshot of the matter is that the
rebels will probably take Mr.. Vallandig-
ham as an enemy, and keep him as prs-
oner Of war.
Holmes County farmer. [volume] (Millersburg, Ohio) 1857-1926, 1863-06-04
The Alabama nud Florida

! Are heard from again. They are COM
mlttug the most terrible depre dations upon
our commerce.. Look at tho following list
! Of vessels lately captured by these rebel cor
sairs
"l}y an arrival at philadelpha We learn
that tho pirate steamers Alabama aud Florida
have captured the following vessels
On the 18th Of April, ship Oneida, from
Shanghi to New York; within a few days pre-
vious, ship Louisa Hatch, from Cardiff to
Singapore ship Norah, from Liverpool to
Calcutta; ship Charles lIill, from Liverpool
to Monteyidco; ship Commonwealth Of Bos-
ton, for San Francisco; bark Henrietta from
Baltimore for Rio Janeiroi bark Lafayette, of
New Bedford, whalcr; brig Cora, Of West
port, whaler; schooner Kingshshcr, OF Fair
Haven, whalcr. 1t is very likely that some
Of tNe strictly neutral English merchants
have suffered severely in many of these ca.
scs."