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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
Statistics of Augusta Caunty.

Our friend, VIM. A. Burnett, deputy
clerk, has furnished us statement Of
statistics showing the number of MARI
age licenses for 1862, and births and
deaths for the year 1861:
During the year 1862, eighty-two
marriage licenses were issued from the
county office and twelve from the cor
poration office, making total of "a.
This shows a considerable falling of
on last years operations in the matrimo-
NAL line, probably occasioned by an in
disposition on the part of the old bache-
lors who are not in the army, or inter
fered with on account of the absence Of
the young men who are now serving
their country in the army.
In 1861 there were 535 births in the
county Of Augusta exclusive of the cor
poration. In Staunton, there were Is
births, making total of 553.
In the same year, there were 356 deaths
in the county and II in the corporation
of Staunton, making total of 367.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
25th Virginia Regiment.

This regiment, which contains COM
pany from this county, has been trans
ferred from General Early's TO the brig
ade commanded by General John R.
Jones. We take the liberty of publish
ing the following extract of letter
written to us by a Captain in that Regi-
ment, who is a gallant officer and a
clever gentleman. The extract is as
follows:
The 25th Virginia Regiment has been
transferred from General Early's brig
ade, to the Cd brigade, General J. H..
Joneso Jackson's old Division, now
commanded by Gen'l VIM. B. Talifaro.
1t was with sad hearts that we left the
old 4th brigade; for there are regiments
in it with which we had been associated,
almost since entering the service, sha-
ring with them the fatigues and expo
sures of the marchx 1.-THE dangers OF the
field, of terrible conflict, as well as the
pleasant social hours spent around the
camp fire. We were proud of our old
brigade, and all the associations connect
ed with it and which clustered around
it were dear to us, and we felt an interest
in it which we can feel in none other
But we have acquaintance and friends
in our present command, and it is the
sentiment of my own and the other COM
lpanies constituting the 25th Regiment,
that they will discharge well and faith
fully their duties as soldiers wherever
| thnv NAV he asSiUnad
The permanent Court Martial for this
corps are now being organized for bust
ness, and | know that the officers Of the
different commands of the corps are glad
to be relieved Of such duty.
| The weather is remarkably pleasant
for this season Of the year, and I think
the health of the army has never been
better since its organization. Clothing
of different kinds, is being received, and
the troops are getting temporary huts
and cabins (on small scale) fixed up
and seem to be pretty comfortable gen
orally. The remarkable good health
and fnespirits of our troops should cause
us to rejoice and be thankful, and te
Icommit our cause more fully into the
hands of Him who hath blessed oul
country in all its interests SO greatly
during the past year.
/ Yours, Very Respectfully and Truly
1 %*x
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20


In the Yankee Congress, Thadeus Ste
vens introduced a bill to employ one
hundred and fifty thousand negroes in
the military service to supply the places
of the two years and the nine months
men, whose term of service was about
to expire.
The negroes will find that the Yam
KEGS, instead of being their friends, as
they profess, are their worst enemies
They induce them to leave good homes
to go into the army to be slaughtered.
The Yankees know that every negro
who is caught with arms in their hands
will be hung, and yet they insist on
putting them in the service. This shows
that they care nothing for the life of
their deluded victims.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
MARRIED.

On the 9Th instant, at Mr.. John Browns, near Fish
ersville, Augusta county, by Rev. Q. 5. NJ See, Mr.
ALBERT ]. DODAMEAD and Miss LOUISA
WILSON.
On the 21st of Dec, 1862, by Rev. j. r. Wheeler
Mr. LUTHER SHOEMAKER and Miss ELlZABETH
DECKER, all of Augusta.
On the oath of December, 1852, by Rev Joseph X
Wheeler, Mr.. JOHN C. GROVE and Miss SALLY A
POINTS, all of Staunton.
On the 18th of December, 1862, by Rev. Joseph 4.
Wheeler, Mr.. JOHN P. BUTTERFLY and Miss MAX
TIA NJ KENNEDY, all of Augusta county.
On the 9th inst, by Rev. Z. Wheeler. at the res
idence of Richard Hawkins, ESQ.,, Mr.. JACOB l..
SHOMO and Miss LUCY j. VINES.
At the same time and place, and by the same. Mr..
WILLIAM j. VINES and Miss ANdELlNE
STANTON. all of Augusta county.
On the 18th inst, by Rev. j. r. Wheeler. Mr. MAR
TIN VAN buren, SPROUSE and Miss SARAH G.
GIBSON, all of AIbemarle county.
On the 18th instant, by Rev. G. Beard, Mr.. JACOB
A. HARNSBERGER of Rockingham, and Miss RE-
BECCA V ENGLEMAN, of Augusta county.
On the 10Th instant at the residence of the brides
mother, by the Rev. J. West Johnston. Mr.. JOHN
MURRAY, of Baltimore city, and Miss SALLY VIZ
GINA NASSAU, of Shenandoah county. Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

VALUABLE AUGUSTA LAND AND
PERSONAL PROPERTY IN MARKET
"LOCH WILLOW" FOR SALE AT PUBLIC AUG.
TION.-The subscribers will sell. on Tuesday, the
10th day of February, 1863, that fine estate upon
which they reside, known "Loch Willow" near
Churchville, Augusta county, Va. miles North
West of Stanton. The Farm contains 3131S acres,-
onethrd of it heavily timbered about onethrd well
SGT in grass and 40 in Wheat; large three
story Brick Ediice, recently built at cost of near
$4,000 There is large two-story Brick Kitchen
near by. There is excellent new Corn CRIB and
Granary; Stable, and very good Dwelling House, a
few hundred yards from the Mansion; fine young
Orchard in full. bearing on the farm in which many
choice trees have recently been planted. Jennings
Branch runs on side Of the Farm The land is of
good quality and produces WELL Considered in refer
ence to the neghborhood &C., this is of the most
desirable residences in Augusta county.
They will sell to the purchaser Of the tarm if he de-
sires, Furniture, Farming Utensils, Stock, DC. But
if he should not purchase the Personal Property it
will be sold to the highest bidder at the time men
toned
Terms :-One-fourth in hand and balance in L, Q
and years. with interest from day of sale but the
purchaser prefers he may pay all down.
For further information apply to N. d.. Hotchkiss,
ChurchviIle, Augusta county; David Eultz Esq, DR..
w. B. Young, or Col. Nj. G. Hartman, Stanton, Va !;
or j. a. Wartman Co.. or Capt P. H. Woodward,
Harrsonburg, Va. N. Fl. 4 j. H0TCHKISS.
Jan 20-2t
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
What Gen. Bragg Says.


On the 9Th inst, at Winchester, Ten
nessee, General Bragg issued an address
to his army, in which he says:
In campaign ofless than one month,
in the face Of winter, your achievements
have been unparalleled. You have
captured more than ten thousand prison
ers, taken and preserved thirty peices
of artillery and seven thousand small
arms, in addition to many thousands de-
stroyed. You have besides captured
eight hundred wagons, loaded chiefly
with supplies, which have been destroy.
ed or brought safely to your lines, and
IN pitched battles you have driven the
enemy before you, inficting loss at
least three to one greater than you have
sustained.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
Propositions for Peace from the Northwest

The majority of the Illinois Legislature
has adopted resolutions, which denounce
the conduct of the Lincoln Administra-
ton as tyrannical and unconstitutional,
recommend a national Convention at
Louisville, and propose a suspension OF
hostilities. The men who adopted these
resolutions forthwith proceeded to elect
Mr.. Richardson to the Senate Of the
United States. It is presumed he con-
ours in their views and sympathises in
their sentiments, and will represent them
in his official action.
We may expect similar, demonstra-
ton in Indiana, where the hatred of the
Yankee Government at Washington is
even more intense than in Illinois.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
From Wilmington.

The impression seems to gain ground
that the enemy are about to move in
force from Newbern and Beaufort:
The Wilmington Journal of Wednesday
says they have large armed transport
feet at the first named point, together
with some two iron clads.
Gen. Whiting, anticipating an attack,
has issued an address to the citizens of
Wilmington, in which he says: cit is
my duty to inform You of my belief,
that within a very few days, probably
three, the enemy will appear in force
to attack this place by land and water"
He urgently requests that all women
and children be moved from the place.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
DIED.

On Wednesday morning, the 14th instant, in Staun-
ton the residence of her son, Mr. GEORGE HARLAN,
Mrs. ELIZABETH HARLAN, in the 18th year of
her age.
~ Georgia papers please copy.
On the 18th instant at Miboro' Springs, of dipthe-
ria, EDWARD E., only child of John B. and Virgin
la Crizer. aged years, month and weeks
Dearest Eddie, thou hast left US,
We thy loss most deeply FEEL
But tits God that has bereft US
He can all sorrows heal
At her residence, Fishersyille, in Augusta
county, after protracted illness, Mrs. SARAH Nc
CUNE, in the seth year of her age. Her memory will
long be cherished in the hearts Of those who knew her.
c. S. M S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
Virginia Legislature.

RICHMOND, Jan 13.-The election of Confede-
rate Senator for Virginia to fill the vacancy occa-
stoned by the death of Hon. William Ballard
Preston, which had been fixed by the Legisla-
ture for to-day, was postponed unit, tomorrow.
SENATE, Wed. Jan. l4.-The appropriate COM
mittees were instructed to inquire into the ex-
pediency-
By Mr.. Isbell- OF prohibiting the further al
loWance OF interest on all debts, for the payment
of which Confederate notes may be refused by
creditors.
By Mr.. Garnett-Of authorizing the County
Court OF HenrlcO to establish a public pound
Tor conhning such stock as may stray from their
owners and may be found trespassing upon the
lands of others.
CHAIR was vacated at the pleasure of the House.
At half past three, the Senate was called to or
der, and message from the House was received
asking the concurrence OF the Senate in JOINT
resolution to postpone the election OF Senator
till IO O'Clock, A. NJ, tomorrow, which was as
scented to.
HousE.-A message was received from the
Senate proposing certain amendments to the Dill
refundlng money received from Friends, Tup-
kards, and other religious non-combatants, 1ol
exemption from military duty. in one OF winch
tne House refused to agree, and the bill was ac-
cordingly returned to the Senate.
A communication was received from His Elk
ceiicnCy, Gov Letcner, transmitting ieGtei
from the Secretary of War, granting passports
to members of the Legislature also another,
transmitting letter from the Chief Engineer OF
the Notifications around Richmond, stating that
the rations OF slaves employed upon these works
are exactly the same rations drawn by soldiers,
and that no ill-treatment is received by them, as
was indicated by the resolution of inquiry upon
the subject.
SENATORIAL ELECTION.
The House resumed the consideration of the
unfinished order Of the day viz !: the election
of Confederate States Senator.
The nomination of Mr.. Rives was sustained
by Messrs. Robertson, Of the city of Richmond,
and Mr.. Hopkins, of Petersburg, and opposed
by Mr.. Newton, of Westmoreland. Mr.. Grattan
OF Rockingham, advocated the election Of Gen
Floyd. Mr.. Forbes, of FaGqnier, aud Mr.. Hun
ter, of Jefferson, sustained the nomination OF
Judge Allen.
On motion of Mr.. West, of Halifax, the join
order of the day was suspended until Thursd y
at 10 O'Clock. The House then adjourned.
SENATE, Jan. 15.-In the Senate the claims of Eths
candidates for the Senatorship urged by theil
friends, but no ballot was taken.
HoUsE.-In the House the question of the Senator
ship was discussed until nearly o'clock, when one
vote was taken, resulting as follows For Hon. VIM
G. Reeves 81 Judge John ]. Alien, %; Hon. JohI
B. Floyd, %; and Hon. Chas. w. RUSSELL %. NJ
choice was made, and the House adjourned.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
JOHN WALKER.
Fight between Haiieck and stanton.

There seems to be no longerany doubt
that Gen'l Halleck, Lincoln's Comman
der in Chief, and Stanton, his Secretary
of War, had a tisticuff in which the
Secretary came off second best" hay
ing the appearance now, as Col. Bald
win would say, of having tried to look
through an auger hole which was too
SMALL One eye has put on the sable
habiliments of mourning" We should
like to see the whole Yankee nation in
a real Kilkenny cat fight. To see them
devour each other would be quite a de-
lectable sight.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
Enemy Admit Repulse at Vicksburg.

A Yankee dispatch from Cairo, dated
18th, says General Shefman's repulsc at
Vicksburg was complete. The entire
force, under the direction of Gen. Nc
Clernand, re-embarked Saturday on
transports closely pressed by the rebel
advance. The Yankee loss is reported
at six hundred killed, fifteen hundred
wounded, and one thousand missing.
The steamer, Mussleman, was burned
by guerrillas at Bradley's Landing, ten
miles above Memphis, on the 9Th inst.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

r AND FOR SALE.-In virtue of decretal or
IL der, rendered by the Crcdit Court of Augusta
county, in the case therein pending between Philip
Groah Administrator, and Groah's heirs and Others
l shall proceed, on the premises, on SATURDAY,
the 2sth day February next, to SELL at public sale
to the highest bidder two tracts of LAND. situated
in Augusta county, about miles Southeast of Mid
way and miles South of Greenvie. The first tract
contains l49 acres, and the tract which William
Groah lately resided. The improvements are good
Log House, a small Barn and good Orchard, about
100 acres cleared
The second tract contains is5 acres, adjoining the
first tract on which there's small Log House and
Orchard about 20 cleared.
Terms: Cost of sale and suit in hand, and the bal
in equal iustaments of 6, 10 and 80 months, the
purchaser giving bond with good security, and the
title retained as further security.
Jan 20-tdS JOHN NEWTON, COm'r.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
Gallant Exploit.

The Richmond Enquirer learns from
an official source that Geographic des-
patch has been received, stating that
General Wheeler got in the rear of the
enemy, and took four transports, on the
Cumberland river, three of which he
destroyed, and the other bonded, allow
ing it to carry off four hundred paroled
prisoners, whom he had taken. Being
pursued by a gunboat, General Wheeler
took the gunboat with his cavalry, and
DESTROYED it with it's armament.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
OBITU A RE s /.

Finding that protestatons 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 our contemporaries
who publish them at advertising rates. The usual
notices of deaths will be published as heretofore free
of charge but Obituaries and Tributes of Respect will
be charged for at the rates OF TEN CENTS per llne
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

Both houses of the Legislature con-
sumed Friday and Saturday in balloting
for Confederate States Senator to supply
the vacancy occasioned by the death OF
VIM. B. Preston. The balloting result
ed in the election Of Allen Z. Caperton
of Monroe. For some time he received
but one vote, and yet, in the end, was
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

ExToRTIoN Perhaps no class of persons have
suffered more by the high prices than newspaper
publishers. We gave before the war about nine
cents per pound for paper and fourteen for prin-
ting ink; but, the paper upon which this Issue
OF the Virginian is printed cost forty five cents
per pound, and the last ink we purchased, So so
per pound. Under these circumstances, cur
rates now ought to be just double what they are
s.to keep up with the times.'' The tendency is
still upward. Where will it end Lynch. Vir-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

The Hon. John Bell is now living in
a little village near Rome, Ga, having
been driven from his home in Tennessee
by the enemy. He is by no means
hopeful of speedy termination of our
troubles. Mr.. Bell has two sons in the
army.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

Battles are now daily expected at Fort
Hudson on the Mississippi river, and in
North Carolina We hope that we will
be prepared to meet them successfully
at both places.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

Col. Jas. L. Antry, of jackson, Ten
nessee, was killed in the battle of Muir
freesboro'. Col. A. was the brave officer
who, in response to the demand of Com
modore Farragut for the surrender of
Vicksburg, said SMississippians don't
know, and refuse to learn, how to surren-
der to an enemy"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

Governor Letcher has transmitted a
communication to the Legislature re-
commencing that body to make an APP
preparation to provide for the sick and
wounded soldiers of Virginia in the hos
pitfalls.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
From Fredericksburg.

The following despatch from Freder-
icksburg, dated the 18th inst, says:
The demonstrations of the enemy on
their right and left wings, as we'll as
in their centre, indicate that an early
attempt will be made to cross the river
above and below the town. An attack
may be expected, it is believed, at any
time.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

The New York "Herald" says three
hundred thousand troops of nine months
and two years men, go out OF service in
May, and whatever is to be done, must
be before that time.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

The Bank of the Valley in Virginia
has declared dividend of 4 IL per cent.
4 per cent. of which will be paid to
stockholders, or their representatives, on
and after the 18th inst.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
RICHMOND. VA.
January, 18th 1863.

Mr.. Mauzy Let the owners ofslaves
know that they are all well, near Drew
RVS Bluff. In fine spirits and cheering
for Jeff Davis and the Southern Con-
federacy. Their rations are short-new
corn meal sifted and bacon. Owners
should join and send enough for one ra-
ton day to the respective overseers,
to the care of Jno. Tyler & Son, Rich
mond.
TnuN WI RED
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
Commitments to the Jail of Augusta County

VIM. Marshall, Jailor of this county
has handed us the following report o.
the number of prisoners committed
to the Jail of said county from the ii rst
day of January, 1862, to the first day Of
January, 1868:
Misdemeanors, drunkenness, petit lar
ceny, &C., 1902:
Felonies and larceny, 40.
Runaways, %.
Kidnappers, 2
Murder, 2.
Total, 1850.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

The New York Herald editorialy admits that
Rosencrans lost 10000 men, several hundred
wagons and thirty cannon.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
Slaughter of the Irish.

Meagher's Irish Brigade which went
into the fight at Fredericksburg with
i've full regiments, has now less than
three hundred men fit for duty.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

General Gideon ]. Pillow, who has 80 long
been suspended, has been ordered to active duty
again with the Army of Tennessee. He takes
command Of General Buckner's Division, who
has been ordered to Mobile for duty.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
FOR THE SPECTATOR

CAMP NEAR BOWLING GREEN, Va.
January 9th, 1868.
MR.. EDITOR ALLOW me through the columns
of your paper, in behalf of the ssStaunton Artil-
lery,'' to thank the noble hearted people of Au-
gusta, for the munifcent gift received by the
company on yesterday, in the shape Of blankets,
quilts, pants, shirts, drawers, socks, and one
pair of boots. It was noble gift and most
thankfully received. Respectfully,
A. W. CARRIER,
Captain Staunton Artillery.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

The last words of General Rains, who
fell at the battle of Murfreesboro was
ssForward my brave boys-Forward p
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
roR rHE sPKcrAToR.

Mr.. EDITOR ALLOW me to correct an error
in the acknowledgement of contributions to tne
soldiers fund.
Fifty dollars were credited to me, instead OF
to MIR. Joseph Smith, the real donor, while
was only the recipient, as member of the Gen.
trail Committee.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

About one hundred Yankee prisoners have Ia
ken the oath of allegiance to the Confederate
q Government, and commenced work in the foun
dries.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
Augusta slaves on Notifications.

The following telegraphic despatch
was designed to be published in our
last weeks issue, but was not delivered
to us till after the paper had gone to
press:
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
--latest from Europe.

The London Stiffness says the result at the
battle of Fredericksburg confirms tho universal
belief that the Confederates are fu ly able to
maintain their independence.
Other European journals suggest that the bat
tie may be made the key note for mediation and
compromise
ella France says after the battle Lincoln had
long interview with the French Minister and
peace party, and thinks this betokens desire for
Cancellation.
The London Times has another article in de-
nunciation of Beast Butler, and demands his re-
moval.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

NEW GOODs-JUST RUN THE BLOCK
IN ADE-AT PIPER Il FUNKH0USER'S OLD
STAND offer Bunch Cotton at SO. Best "A Cotton
Shifting at 8215 cents. Cali Immediately.
Ion o,-ctx L. 8, WHITE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20

VERY GooD.-An officer who passed through
various battles in one of our crack regiments.
and sustained the reputation Of our gallant boys
in all of them, writes joculary to his family that
in the battle of Fredericksburg he was ssslightly
wounded in the coat and mortally frightened. -
-FayetteriHe Observer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1863-01-20
4. MOORE. p. PAYNE. G.. b. HO
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and sell Sugar, Molssses Wheat Corn, Flour, Bacon,
Leather, and all kinds of Country Produce.
All sales promptly reported, accompanied by the
nett proceeds thereof. slJan 20, 1S6o-lyr.
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TorA1 S 1905. 90
R. II. PHILLIPS,
for the Ladies of Staunton.
Friends of this object will please send in their con-
tributions before what is now on hand is forwarded
y R. H. p.
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"a Benson & Bro. Auctioneers. [Jan 2ONit

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