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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
To The Rescue.

The great demand Of the times is the rallyine
of the whole physical force Of the Confederacy to
the great points which the Yankees, in vast num-
bers, are now about to assault 1t is the most
critical period Of the whole war. Every man in
the country subject to military duty should be
at his post. Every straggler should come back
at to his auty. The Conscription law,
which has been faithfully and thoroughly exc
cu.ed in Virginia, should be executed with equal
fidelity and thoroughness in every other State
The enrolling officers should do their duty with
the most searching and unshrinking energy
There are able bodied fighting men enough for
the emergency if the CONSUMPTION law is carried
out elsewhere as it has been IN Virginia. If this
is not done the war may be protracted for years
If it is done, the coils of the anaconda will every
where be broken.-.sDispatch.''
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
MARRIED.

At the residence of the bIi des father, in Kappa
hammock county. on the 9th ultmo, by Elder A. M
Grlmsley, Mr.. DANIEL p. CUNNINGHAM, and Miss
MARTHA HIT,
On Sunday, the 6th instant, by Rev. Isaac Long,
Mr.. JOHN CALVIN BREDEN and Miss SUSANNA
LINDAMOOD, ali OF Rockingham county.
At the residence of Jacob Rohr, ST.. in Harrison
burg. the 18th instant, by Rev. Thomas Hide
brand, MIR. MARTIN SHkUM, PRINTER, of Shenan-
doah county, and Miss MAiINDA j. GROVE,
daughter OF Mrs John Grove, of Rockingham county.
Here's our 81 brother Printer. Since you have,
Notwithstanding he press condition of The times,
concluded to be locked up for life the OF Mari-
mony cordially wish you ell the success possible
in your Undertaking, May yours be case free
from pie and may your original articles be multitude
ous-wlth ever an adequate supply of sMALL-cAPs
to head them.-Iypo.l
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
DIED.

AT the residence of her sonin law, Mr. Joseph
Leapes, on the 10Th Instant, Mrs. NANCY kEDMAN,
aged 60 years. She died In peace. j. j. q.
On the 18th of December, ANNA GRAHAM, onls
daughter OF DR.. William l.. and Hannah c. Walters,
aged years and months. Beautiful In person, and
sprghtly IN mind, she promised to be ornament to
society, and the JOY of hel parents hearts But God
his wise and inserotaole providence has taken her
to himself. Even her parents could not wish her TO
exchange future in Heaven for any prospects
earth however promising. God nothing does, nor
suffers be done but thou myself woudst do thou
couldst see the end OF all events as well as he"
At the residence of his law James Gilkeson
Esq the afternoon of Monday, the I'd Of February
JAMES B. TRIMBLE, Esq, in the 18th year of his
age
In the death this venerable man. the county loses
of its most pubicsprited and useful citizens the
church old and very valuable member; and
large family connection its hon0red and beloved head
Mr.. Z. characterized by intellect at once so
acute and vigorous as to compensate, in large de-
gree for the limited educational advantages of his
early youth.
The large and multifarious business which he for
many years, carried on, with that indomtable
ergy and unfagging perseverance, which command
their legitimate reward success-necessarily made
hi extensively known in this and adjoining counties
but such his conscientious fidelity and punctual
ty in the performance Of all his engagements and ais
rupulous honesty in every transactiq that the
fdence and esteem in which he WAS held by the COM
munity, were co-extensive with his acquaintance.
Mr. Trimble had been, for near forty years. rgliar
Elder in Hebron Church In religious, as in SEE I
matters, 'swhat his hand found to do he did " d!a
might Unfailipg in his attendance 1pa~ 18th nj
minisration of the pulpit, and ney9s p a the publ
social even 9 ns3nrd IRON nm tn
example worthy r. all ir light Of years. he set al
difhdeni 11ncere' earnest humble Christian: eve
in !, ana fustful of himself and his attainment
lie Divlne life yet exercising abiding faith il
enc merit and atonement of the Redeemer. He wa
emine.ly free from those unamiable, as well as un
christian habits of mind, envy and jealousy and conse
quently from their usual evil speaking
He gave literally of hismeans to every religious
benevolent enterprise-always bestowing, along wit
his donations, the ''fervent, efectual prayer of tn
righteous man. And when his life fell into the oscar
the yellow leaf he had not only the hope whic
cheers and the faith which sustains the Christian Blu
those other beautiful accompaniment ofold age-"A
honor, love, reverence, troops of friends
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
A Proclamation by General Beauregard.

HEADQR's DEPT OF S. c., GA. AND FLA.
Charleston, Feb. 18th, 1868. {
Ii has become solemn duty to inform the
authorizes and citizens of Charleston and Savan-
nah, that movements of the enemy's feet indi-
cate an early land and naval attack on one or
both of the cities, and to urge that persons un
able to take an active part in the struggle shall
retire.
1t is hoped, however, that this temporary sep
aration OF some of you from your homes will be
made without alarm, or undue haste-thus shcw-
ing that the ouy feeling which animates you in
this hour of supreme trial, is the regret Of being
unable to participate in tho defence of your
homes, your affairs and your kindred.
Caroi.nans and Georgians! the hour is at hand
to prove your country cause. Let all the able
bodied men from the seaboard to the mountains
rush to arms. Be not too exacting in the choice
of weapons Pixies and scythes will do for ex-
terminating your enemies. Spades and shoveIs
for protecting your fresides. To arms fellow
citizens. Come to share with us our dangers
and our brilliant successes, or our glor.our
death. -
[Signed] G. /. Beaure r.ra
Jno. M. Otey A. A. G.
fIna' Preparations for me expected att..,. 90
being perfected. Tie troops and rsonle ar
calm and confident. f'eopie az
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

COMMaSSIUNER'S SALE OF VALUA-
" BILE LAND AS Commissioners, appointed by
of the Circuit Court of Augusta county, pro-
nounced on the II tn day OF November, $780, In the
of Bowcock and Wife, against John G.. Fulton and
others, shall proceed to sell, at public auction, on
March next t the weather should be suitable, not
the first suitable day thereafter tract OF LAND To-
Gated at the village OF Mt. Meridian, the county of
Augusta, and containing log acres. Nearly all the
buildings Of the village situated this fram and
regai ded OF the best locations Tor mechan-
ic. The arabic land valuable for farming and
grazing, and has an abundance OF timber attached
theI etc.
Terms of Sale.-Onethird OF The purchase money in
hand, and the other two-tnird in equal instalments
of one and two years from the date sale bond and
approved sonal security, land title withheld ad
dltional security. j. j. BOWCUCk,
Feb "A tbs Commissioner.
- Rockingham Register copy and send bill to
Charlottesville.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

FAITHFUL NEGRO PRIsoNER.-Rev. John Land
street, Chaplain Of the lst Regiment of Virginia Cav
airy, who was captured at .Middleburg, Loudoun
about month since, has returned again to lines
For the past several weeks he has been confined in
Old Capitol prison.
He relates an interesting account of one of Majo
General E. B. Stuarts servants, who is in captivity
clarifying in his Southern procvies and declaring
that he will ssdie fust fore he take the oath of allie
ounce" The same darkey, the morning after tn,
passage of the negro regiment bill, told his fellow
prisoners that the white of the North had fount
themselves unableto whip the Southern Confederacy
and had to call on the ssniggers.'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
The Enemy Landing at Newport News.

A portion of Hooker's army, twenty
five to thirty thousand strong, has land
ed at Newport News and Suffolk. The
troops at the former place, comprise the
division formerly commanded by Burn
side. They are erecting cabins and con-
structing ovens, with the apparent pur
pose of making it their quarters for a
considerable period. The supposition is,
that the place will be kept as depot
for troops, with view TO prevent de-
sertions, and have them in readiness to
send either to the South side or else
where, as circumstances may demand.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
Hoes Dyi, e.

A great many hogs have recently died
in Staunton with sore throat, and we
learn that such is also the case in va
rious parts Of this county. At this time,
when meat is so greatly needed, it in
ficts great loss upon the county. We
understand that persons are using tar
both as a preventive and remedy. The
best way TO use it, is to put the tar upon
the food so that they will be necessita-
ted to swallow some Of it. Some put it
on the nose only, but the best way is to
put in the food as well as on the nose
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
Shilfs To Make.

We have been requested by Rev. w.
g. Campbell to apprise the members Of
the various Soldiers Aid Societies and
other Ladies in this county, that the
Central Committee have cotton cloth
which they desire them to have made up
in shirts. The cloth and buttons can be
obtained at the store Ct Messrs. Woods
Il Gilkeson. The Committee have been
unable to procure thread.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
OBITU RE S /.

Finding that proestations against long Obituaries
are of avail and not having space to publish them
except to the exclusion of matter. we feel con-
strained to follow the example of contemporaries,
who publish them at advertising rates. The usual
notices of deaths viii be published as heretofore free
of CHARGE but Obituaries and Tributes of Respect will
be charged for at she rates of TEN CENT? per line.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
0oou Jews from AriZoua and NeJSsNexico

we are gratified to be able to announce that
private dispatches have just been received from
Arizona and New Mexico, announcing those fer
rltories to be in state of revolution. Soon af
ter the withdrawal of the Confederate troops IN
der General Sibley, in July last, the Mexican
population rose up in arms against tue Federal
soldlery, signally defeating them in two pitched
battles, one near Cubero and the other near La
Canada. The Mexicans were led by General
Archuieta, whose forces number 200. He has
efectualy expelled the Yank ees from Arizona.
and. with the exception of Forts Craig and Union.
has entire possession of New Mexico. The enc
ny are shut up in these two forts, having sent to
Kansas Tor reinforeements. Archulesa has sent
to Texas for further assistance, which General
Magruder, with his we'll known energy will no
doubt, promptly supply Wing.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
From Missouri.

The people of Missouri have not yet despaired
of succor from the Confederacy, and ultimate
freedom from Lincoln vandalism.
From Brunswick, Missouri, the Federals are
deserving in large numbers. Three hundred well
armed men crossed the Missouri river at Boon
Vile, on the 18th of January, on their way to join
the Confederate army in the South.
A tax, amounting to $685. 900, has been levied
upon the Southern men in Charlton county, and
actually collected by two infamous agents OF the
Lincoln band of thieves named Moberly and
Hancock.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24
To the Preachers OF The Baltimore Confer.
< ence in Virginia.

WHEREAS, The condition of the country will, as it
did last year. render regular session of Confer
ence mpracticabie, you hereby invited 10 meet in
Churchvle. Augusta county, Va, the Sd Thurs
day in March next at IL o'clock A. NJ, to transact
such business as may be proper.
All intending to be present will please communicate
with Rev. D. W. Arnold, Churchvie, Augusta coun-
ty, Va. b. 4. VElTCH.
Feb 3-7t
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

ENOUGH OF THE WAR.-A lieutenant in Con-
necticut regiment writes home from camp near
Fredericksburg as follows:
have got enough Of this war. There is only
one way to stop it, and that is to have the DEM
ocrats in power. We can never whip the South
One OF their generals is worth two of ours
I GU were right in opposing this war in the first
place. 1 stand convicted. | am cured. Look
ing at all the suffering and ruin caused by this war
curse the day that voted for A. Lincoln, and
will never act with that party again. This war
is for the nagger-to put him on level with the
white man. Thank the Lord am at last in
position to get ont of it and hope soon to get
home.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

The AB0LIrIoNIsTs AND THE tUNION '-The Wash
ingtou correspondent of the New York Herald. as
serts that prominent Republicans at the capital have
been heard to themselves in favor of
upon any terms, and to say that that platform is the
only one that be successful in the next Presidential
canvass The expression Of such sentiments tits added
has caused quite commotion among politicians a
Washington, and almost universal uncertainty as
to what should be the present what will be the tu
ture position of individuals
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

1t will be seen by the proclamation
of General Beauregard that he is expect
ing great battle in few days, and
that he is s'clearing the deck for action"
He warns the civilians, women and chill
dren to get out of the way.
P. S. The attack upon Charleston has
been delayed-it is supposed in conse-
quence Of the disagreement between the
Federal Generals Hunter and Foster.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

1t will be seen by telegram in another
column that the Yankee boat Queen OF
the Vest, which passed our batteries at
Vicksburg, and did SO much mischief
afterwards, has been captured. Anoth
er gunboat passed our batteries there
We hope it will meet with a similar
fate.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

A NIGHT RECoNNoIsANcE OFF CHARLESTON
HARBoR-THE DEFENoE.-A correspondent of
the New Y rk ssHerald'' says a reconnaissance
was recently made, i'll the night, of the defences
and Notifications OF Charleston harbor. He gives
the following as the result
Charleston il second Sebastopol. 1t is de-
Tended by over thousand guns, many of IL EN-
OF improved European fabric. Every island,
point, river, or, elk and swamp in proximity to
Charleston is commanded by hostile cannon
Fort Meultrie is iron-cased on the harbOr front,
and the whole work is bomb proof. The rebels
have two rams and one iron-cased battery, the
later mounting eight one hundred FOUNDER ri
fled cannon, for the defence of the harbor. The
semated tier of guns Of Fort Sumter is clothed
in iron-armour. Parallel bars of railroad iron
traverse this iron coating, perpendlcuiary, from
the base to the upper line. The embrazures are
protected by massive projections of the same
material, presenting acute angles at every side.
The rebel batteries fully garrisoned. The
rebel army now in Charleston AID the fortifica-
tins thereof is about thirty five thousand strong
and this force is being rapidly augmented. To
capture Charleston our military and naval COM
manders think it will take large naval and land
force, and will occupy period of six weeks or
two months. That it can be captured they have
no doubt, Notwithstanding its seeming impregna-
bllity.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

At an election held at Salem, on the
18th of February, for field officers in the
18th Regiment Va. Cavalry Gen. Jen-
kins' Brigade) Capt. Jas. Cochran, OF
the Chnrchville Cavalry, was elected
Colonel; Captain John Gibson, of the
Rockbridge Dragons, 1t. Colonel; and
Captain B. Frank Eakle, of the Green
brier Cavalry, Major.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

John Boggs has been elected by a disaffected
and disloy aneig hborhood in Pendleton county.
delegate to the Perpont Legislature. The
polls wereopened at but one precnct-Senecs-
and but 66 votes were cast, BoggS receiving go,
and VIM. Adamson the balance, The election
took place about fortnight since. There is one
o'her locality in the county in which there is
some disafection towards the Confederacy. but
there was no poll opened at any other than
the Seneca precinct. Boggs, the delegate to
the bogus Legislature, is brother Of the late
zen. James Boggs of franklin, one of the
staunchest and best friends the South ever had
In 'the State.''- Rock. ssRegister.''
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

DEsERTER KILLED.--Keuben Ford, member
OF Captain Ralston's company, 10Th Va. Reg't,
was shot and killed at bis mothers, in Brock S
Gap, about miles from Coote's store, in Rock
ingham county on the 10th instant, about or 8
O'Clock, p. M. Three members of Georgia
cavalry company, who have been acting here as
scouts, and who have been engaged in arresting
conscripts and deserters, were the parties by
whom Ford was killed. He received three pis
toll shots, and was almost instantly killed. Du-
ring the melee, one of the scouts, private VIM.
Summers, was shot by Ford and severely wound
cd Rnr
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

NEVER SUBMr.-We do not suppose there IS
man IN the Southern CoLfederacy who entertains
Tor a moment the idea OF su 5miss ion TO the Lin
coin Government. The enemy even acknowledge
that we would be 6 fools y to do so. The New
York g World, - speaking of the citizens of the
Southern Confederacy, says:
They will certainly never submit. They
would be great fools to submit, with the laws
and proclamation still in force by which all their
property OF every kind IS forfeited, and every
man exposed to the penalty of death whom the
Government chooses to indict for treason. The
proclamation and laws have left them no Loous
PGNIrENTIG they cannot possibly be worse of
by further resistance. Every additional month
they hold out is SO much longer possession OF
their property, of which they will be wholly strip
ped the moment they Submit.''
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

VIRGINIA TRooPs.--The Washington correspondent
of the St. Louis "Republican' says: 1.-The Virginia
troops universally acknowledged to be the best
fighters in the field They number eighty five thou
sand, and nearly all engaged in defending their
own State"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

SHOE PEGs.-Staunton has been made
a "Port of Entry by the Confederate
Government, but has been made port
of Export by Messrs. Adams Lushbaugh
& son, who are now exporting shoe
PEGS at the rate of so bushels per month,
manufactured by a machine OF their
own invention.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

GENERAL SAM. HoUsToN.- Houston Tel
egraph, Of the 18th OF January, acknow Lodges
the receipt OF one hundred dollars from General
Houston and his lady, for the benefit of the
wounded Of the Galveston fight. The General
health is stated to be improving.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-02-24

The Yankee and ssrebel'' pickets very frequent
II converse with each other across the river, and
sometimes make an exchange of tobocco and cot.
fee. They make little bark boats, put paper
sails to them and start them across the river
The Yankees are very scarce OF tobacco, and are
always willing to send over to the ssre5el' pick
cts little bag of coffee for plug or two Of to-
bacco. Not a great while since one of our pick
cts, belonging 10 the regiment Of Col. William
Stuart, was pacing his beat without an overcoat,
the weather at the time being very cold, when a
Yankee sentinel on the opposite side of the
river, compaSsionating his condition, addressed
him as follows:
Yankee Sentinel. -ssHallo, over there, faint
you mighty cold 90
Confed. Sentmel.-sYes, dev'lish cold.''
Yankee Senlinel.-ssDont you want an over
coat?''
Confed. Sentinel.-ssYes, would like to have
one.''
Yankee Sentinel.--"Well, hold on bit, and
III! send you one.'
The Yankee disappeared for short time, then
appeared with bundle under his arm, went
down to the bank Of the river, prepared boat
with sails, confided it to the winds, and in a
short time it reached the Southern bank, when
the Confederate sentinel found that the Yankee
sswas good as his word,'' for he found in
the tiny boat most excellent overcoat. He ex-
pressed his cordial thanks to his friendly enemy
put the coat on, and walked his beat with his
back warmed with the Yankee overcOat, and his
heart warmed with gratitude for the Yank ee's
kindness.
| Sometimes, instead Of exchanging coffee, to-
bacco, papers, &C., they exchange sharp wit and
cutting repartee. s.Personne,' the correspon-
Fdent of the Charleston Courier, tells tie follow
| ing:
Not long ago one Of our men, an Alabama law
yer, cried out to his neghbor opposite:
81 say, Yank, when are you coming over
again 20
ssLook here, .butternut,' Skinner down on
that point we don't want'er come at ALL
s.Why, didn't we treat you well, was the re-
jonder-ss didn't we give you a ball 20
ssYes," shouted the Yankee, ssbut you led us
- OF dance. What time does your music
play in2''
aBull Run time,'' was the prompt reply-ssin
! C sbarps for our side, and fats for yours.''
4 s,Bully for you-whoop-I say scorn fed I'll
stand treat if l see you after the war;
| ssDon't want'er see yer seen enough of you
| Already
$50 to- (and the worsted Yankee mention
| ed hot place.)
ssSorry | can't accommodate you,'' said the
Southerner, ssbut old Satan has sent word 10
! Gen'l Lee that the place was SO full Of Yankees
already, they have to hang on by the window sills,
/ and he won't take in Southern men no how"
! Such is one of the thousand interviews which
the s:voice of the waters,'' could it speak, would
tell of this strange phase Of the