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Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1865-05-11

Toll slowly bells, toll very slowly!
.Mumm i'll mOans nations woe!
Boom minute guns-most melancholy
HeavenS thunder echoed from below,
close every door, shut every easement
Dmpe every banners fold with black;
Mourn. silent streets, from roof to basement :;
He journeys hence who comes not back
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1865-05-11
| V

Through the long cycles of the ages,
Searching the catacombs of Time,
Bhloned in gold on history's pages,
No other name stands more sublime
AID since the awful crucifxion,
And since the damned deed Of Cain,
Nu record lives Of such affiiction,
Nome greater numbered with the slain.
V.
The ground is white with apple blossoms,
As though fragrant snow lay there;
And from the meadows breezy bosoms
The blackbirds music fills the air.
But he who heard the robin whistle
Last spring, among the apples bloom,
The IAberator, Father, Savior
The Martyr passes to the tomb.
April y, 1865.
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1865-05-11
aNl9eellan&nMa,
REMARKS OF HON. ]. HOLT.

Dinner in Charleston, S. G., April IA, 1865.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
ROBBERY.

On Sunday last, between the hours of Il and !
by having their faces BACKED, entered the house
of Mr.. Joseph B. Trimble of this county-broke
open the bureau drawer and stole three pocket
books, containing $500 in State Bank money, $40
or $50 in specie, small quantity Of Greenbacks
and some aluable papers. Mr.. Trimble was alb
sent, being at Church-his wife was at home, and
they threa tened to shoot her when she approached
them. She succeeded, however, in sending
colored boy in haste to neighbours to give the
alarm, and in short time the robbers had to
leave pursued by several men. They succeeded
however. in making their escape. 1t is hoped
that Justice will overtake them.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
"Shin Your Side,D

We would invite attention to the communication
signed Merchant in which the author recon-
mends the establishment of a sBoard of Trade
and advises those designing to enter Mercantile
life first to determine what business they will
adopt, and, having so chosen, to adhere to it,
This suggestion is orthy of the consideration of
our business men, 1t is rule in the game OF
handy that each one should ''shin his own side "
This is good rule to adopt in business. The
in what political economists call "division OF
labor"-that is, a ssigning particular branches to
particular persons that each may attend to but
one branch-in this way, each attains skill and
proficiency in his particular business.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
ssThe Old Commonwealth"

This is the title of a new paper estab lished at
Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, by Mes srs
Sherry s. Grim, Proprietors and Publishers. The
paper is edited Ky Jno C. Woodson, Esq, well
known lawyer of Harrisonburg. The first num-
Der gives evidence that the papor will be conduct
ed with in ustry and ability. The remarkable
impetus given to all kinds of business since the
termination of war is displayed to greater de-
newspapers. The publishers of newspapers have
set an example of enterprise which persons in al
branches of business would do well to emulate.
We hope that they will meet with the success to
hich their enterprise and liberal spirit justly en-
title them.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
SIMON lei. HILB.

1t will be seen by the advertisement of S. H..
Hilb that the augusta Savings Bank is still in
operation, and that the way to SAVE is to call up
on him and buy a supply of his well-selected
assortment of Dry Goods. He gives very cogent
reasons why he is able to sell bargains, and says
that he has the will to do so, and that s'where
there's will, tn ere's way" He is a prim bach
elor and such primrose should not be left bloom
ing alone
''To waste its sweetness on the desert air.
He should give some fair one a bargain by
disposing of himself We would not like to see
him cheated in transaction of this kind unless
it be true, as Hudibras says, that
"The pleasure is great
In being cheated as to cheat"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
STANTON SPECTATOR.
LOCAL.
KER, STEVENSON Il co.

We would invite attention to the card
of Messrs. .KER, STEVENSON & CO., Whole
sale Grocers, Commission and Forwarding
Merchants. This firm is doing a good deal
of business, and their success is due to enterprise
and promptness and liberal advertising. The man
who expects to do much business row without ad
Tertising literally is by no means a business man.
No man can now inspire the public with conf
dence in his capacity as business who
does not show his apprecia ton of printers ink as
an agent of success. The man who goes to sleep
in the shade and expects the cherry to drop into
his gaping mouth is about as wise as the man who
expects business to come to him without the use of
the proper means--the chief of which is adver
Using. The unerring instincts of the people di-
rect them to the business houses which advertise,
and furnish evidence of enterprise and iber atty.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

Private Sales.
Fine ESTATE For Sale.

HAVING concluded to reside in Clarke county,
Il Virginia. offer for sale, privately, part of my
REAL ESTATE,
in Augusta county, Va, three and half miles West
OF Stanton.
The Central Railroad. runs through it cutting into
nearly two equal portions leaving on the improved
side of the Rail Road. over
Three Hundred and FIFTY Acres,
and will sell either 81 de, to suit the purchaser.
There are several Hundred of fine, lofty tim
Der upon the whole tract which would make IT desi
rabie to the purchas to haul for frewood to Saun
ton.
On the South Side of the Central r. Road the land
is in good state of cultivation and the soil is of the
pest quality. Tn improvements are good Barn,
Stables, and all necessary buildings Also an
elegant newlJ built brick MANSION, covered with
tin containing TIVE rooms l8 feet SO uare, and the
halls - feet wide is butin handsome style and when
completed (Which will be soon), will be one of the
finest houses in the Valley.
TERMS:-One third in hand and the ba lance in
one and two years with interest from date.
Any person wishing to purchase either art of this
prov erty will pie address possible,
at Tuleyries), White Post, Clarke Co., Va, or to my
son, Tuley j. Mitchell who resides on the farm.
JOS. 7. MITCHELL.
Richmond Weekly Wing copy St and send bill TO
this office for coll lection.
indicator and Winchester News copy St.
D.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
EXCHANGE HoTEL.-Maj. B.F. EAkLE

The Exchange Hotel in Richmond, so popular
with the South before and during war, having
been repaired, improved and fitted up in elegant
style, will be opend for the accommodation of
gu ests about the goth or 25th of this month
Maj. B. F. Eakle, so well known for his dstin-
guished galantry in the military service, and his
uniform gentlemanly bearing, and affable man
ners in so cial lfe be seen in the Office of the
Exchange Hotel where he will take pleasure in
greeting his friends and seeing that they are rem
dered comfortable.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
Rockbftdge Subscribers.

Heretofore we had sent papers to but few Offices
in Rockbridge under the impression that, for the
want of mail facilities, they would not be received.
Learning now, for the first time, that they will
reach the various offices, we commence sending
to our numerous subscribers in that county
The time for which some of them paid, expired
about the time the osice was destroyed and the
publication suspended. These subscribers will
please let us know if they wish their papers con-
finued
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

How TO MARRY A BELLE.-In Canada a rich
old widower is said to have practised an ingenious
scheme to gain the hand of thu belle of the villas e
lie hired an old gipsey to tell the young lady's
fortune, and instructed her to state that wealthy
old widower (giying description Of his personal
appearance and dress) would pay her visit and
offer himself and that she would accept and be
left wealthy young widow before the close of the
year. Her next hush and would be a young man
she liked at present The gipsey did her duty.
the old man pres ented himself and the marriage
followed. He is likely to live many years, and
the village belle may be grandmothcr before she
becomes Il widow,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
J. w. s. Taylor.

"Hang your bonner on the outer wall-the cry
is still they come" 1t will be seen by the ad-
vertisement of J. W. S Taylor that we have an :
other Grocer, Commission and forwarding Mer
chant here. Mr.. Taylor proposes to give p ersons
with produce for sale the benefit of any market
they may select. IT'S said that 'new broom
sweeps clean" and it may be well for farmers to
give Mr.. Taylor an opportunity to do some
ssswesping" for them. His store is opposite the
Post Office Give him call,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17


1t is the duty of persons acting as Postmaste
to furnish the publishers Of Newspapers with the
the of such subscribers as fail to take their
papers from the Office, whether from removal,
death or refusal When papers are returned to
the publishers, they should write upon the papers
returned the name of the Post Office as well as
the names of the subscribers Subscribers ehaye
not the right to discontinue their papers until all
arrearages have been paid. The law allows pub
fishers to send them and makes subscribers liable
for the payment, whether they take the papers
from the Office not, till they have paid all they
owe. Subscribers have the right to disco ntnue pa
pers at any time when all dues are paid. There
is no postage upon papers in the Counties in which
they are published. On weekly papers sent out
of the County, the postage is cents per quar-
ter or 20 cents per annum, paid in advance.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
RUCE & PECK.

The number of stores is still on the increase in
Staunton. 1t will be seen by their advetis ement
that Bruce & Peck have store at the corner Of
Augusta and Beverly streets, in which they have
for sale carefully selected stock of family groce
ries, queensware wooden and willow ware, boots,
shoes, sc. When you stop to quaf delicious
drink of the good water from the Town pump, step
into their store and see what kind of stock they
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
Subject fora Good Poem,

The last words of Gen. Thos. j. jackson were !:
'Let us over the river and rest under the
shade Of the trees
Will not some poet, competent to the task, a.
doping these last words Of Jackson as the sub
ject write poem worthy Of the subject and jack
sons immortal fame
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
THE FARM Err.

Msssrs Elliott & Shields, proprietors of the Rich
mond Wing, propose to publish, commencing with
January, 1866, monthly journal styled, s'The
Farmer devoted to Agriculture, Horticulture.
the auxiliary BE chanic Arts and to Household
Economy. 1t will contain 81 pages. Price $500
Ner annum
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
THE sCOTTSVILLER REGISTER.

We are pleased to see that after suspension
Of four years, the "Scotsulle Register" is again
published by Messrs Brady & Harris, and edited
by Jno. W. Harris. We have received the first
number of the new series, which is good num-
Der, and, we have no doubt, is but a sample OF
what he following numbers will be. The sub
scription price $500 in advance. We wish great
success to the Register,' and hope the talent and
enterprise exhibited by its conductors will be
amply rewarded.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

TgOME SCHOOL.-Mr. and Mrs. CHARLES
IL S. GAY residing within mile OF Stannson.
Virginia, have engaged the services OF gentleman
Of supe ior tanmens nstu ctor CT their chiidrer
-four in number-and desire to increase the school
by receiving into their family to be treated as menu
bers of the same limited number Of pIplls OF either
sex, from ii to Is years OF age.
Mr.. Featherman, the gentleman referred 10. Is
native OF New Orleans French paren age, and WAS
educated in France where he spent nine years for
this purpose and has had several years exps fence
a Teacher since his return
The course of instruction will inclade ali the
branches Of thorough English Education, and the
Latin, Greek and French Languages With the most
correct pronunciation of the latter IA experienced
Music Teacher ce procured from Stanton when
require
Terms, including all charges except Music, will bs
two hundred and forty, S240A dollars per session,
parable quarterly advance, conan encing on the
5th October.
Reference is made to Mr.. Thomas W. Meance and
Z. j. Bently, of Richmond and to Mr. IL. w. Shelley
and N. K Trout, Of Staunton. Oct s-3t
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

HOkSE STOLEN.-O Monday, Sept 4th, a
from the premises Of Mrs Catherine Shuey of the fol-
lowing descrip ton: He chestnut sorrel. with
light name and TAIL supposed to be years old this
Spring with large blaze in forehead, saddle and
gIrth marks. raw boned, in.good working condition.
carries up well In harness when mounted. A lib
eral and ample reward will be given for his reco very
Address MEREDITH BAILY,
Sept 12-tf 3t* Staunton, Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
q or the Spectator.
M- co,o~ ", o.. &c ,ocz

Mr.. SoLoN, Va, Oct Is, 1865.
Mr.. Ed tor.-Many voters of the 9th Congressional
District have recorded for themselves compliment to
Virginia. by electing to Congress, Hon. A. H. Stu
art-the Cicero of the State-N hose craftsmanship
WISDOM foresight, and oratorca eloquence will enable
him to for the South equal rig hts, justice, liberty
prosperity and happiness. God speed his efforts.
Messrs. N. K. Trout, and John B. Baldwin, dele.
gates elect for the General Assembly of Virginia are
gentlemen OF fine talents, and like Lyeurgus, will leg
isate with cautious prudence and profound udgm
BE their motto sever onward M. A. S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
DEPOT FREIGHT AG EMIT.

Lieut.. Chas. S. Arnall, of this place, has been
appointed Depot Freight Agent for the Central
Railroad at Staunton, in the place of Mr.. VIM. ].
Hunter, resigned. The appointee was gallant
and efficient officer in the army, and he is just the
kind of man to perform well whatever duties may
be assigned him.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
Observation-Disclosures

The Shenandoah Herald is the title Of O new
paper established at Woodstock, Shenantloah
County, by Messrs Gatewood & Trout Mr.. Gate
wood was the editor of the Tenth Legion published
TT the same place before the war We hope the
Herald viii meet with abundant success.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
SfauntOn Advertisements.
$1,000 BOUNTY
For Mexico!

THE President Of the United States having par
would now call attention to their new stock OF ALL
aud WINTER GOODS which have been selected VIII
great care Their stock comprises
Staple Dry Goods, Groceries, Queens,
ware, Woodenware, Boots, /.
Shoes, Hats, Glass, Paints,
LADIES' Cloths, Cloahs from So to $50,
1SAasozs, OIL Carpets, Val Paper,
Large Photograph Al6~ms,
Varnish, &c.
Their store is under the Virginia Hoteiln The Room
forme occupied by Roane aud Alloy.
B.-They will take all kinds 9fCountry Produce,
Lumber and Shingles in Exchange for Goods and wiz
allow the highest premiums on COD aad oilger;
Sept 25-tf SCHEfFEh q L OhAA'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

The ORWELL" TO which we called attention
few weeks since, is still on czi b;on in til ante
room Of the Post Olice
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
Miscellaneous.

{ Furniture
We take this method of informing the citizens of
Stanton and the surrounding country, that have
now on hand large aud we'll selected assortment OF
FURNITURE, consisting. in part, follows, viz
Fine ParlOr Suits IN Broatelle,
'' +" g Green Repps,
Z" g Hair Cloth AID Damask,
at from 100 to $3.50.
Fine CHAMBER SETS in Walnut, Nah ogany and
Oak from 100 to $3.50.
Wardrobes, Secretaries and Rook-Cases Marble add
Wood Top Tables Etageres Whatnots Hatracks,
Hall Sets In Oak and Walnut Bedsteads IN
every variety and Style Fine Spring
Mattresses "a new article) from
% to $40; Fine Hair Mat
tresses, from g to $50
Soas,
Tete teteS, Castor
Chairs Rocking Chairs and
great variety of Cane Seat Chars
Stools, &c which we will sell at reasonable
prices, at Wholesale or Retail.
~ YoGr orders are solicited ant we promise that
prompt attention shall be gwen to the same. Goods
thus ordered will be carefully and securely packed
Ind delivered at the Depot of the Orange and Aexan-
drla H. r. in this City, from which place they be
forwarded to Staunton Those persons in need of Fur
niture and who contemplate refurnshng their dwell
llpgs would do well to give call before purchasing
elsewhere.
III. +. 'ZIMMERMAN & CO,
No. $50, 18th Street.
Sept 10-Jm Washington, d. C.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
TOR SALE,
Stanton Advertisements.

TTRESE STOCK OF HARDN ARE.-I have
L. just received supply of Goods in the Hardwar
line, mprisng all the articles usually found in this
line such as
BLACKSMITH, COACH MAKERS,
Carpenters and Shoe makers
TOOLS AND II 4 r RI Is
and great variety of other articles for Farmers and
Housekeepers.
Starting out anew after four years devoted to other
things, propose to the principle of supplying
the people at short prof is for cash. All WHO de-.
to lay out their money to tn best advantage
invited to call and try me. They shall not 90 away
di sarpointed
Sept 26-tf G. E. PRICE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
1OO AuREs GOOD LAND FOR SALE.

This land is situated about midway between Mt.
Mace and fs less tbsn
IOO-,,,..s on i comfortable DWELLING aud all
necessary out nlldings, good Barn, about zoo Sc
lect Fruit Trees-the greater portion bearing Fruit
or3 good Springs. water III every 1Ala. streams
running through the land. frs trate site or
Tannery Distillery-naturally adapted to Grass,
Is Acres Wood Land and Is Acres Of Watereu Mea-
dow.
; "ronnS ~ ~ u.'I r ean w wv ~ ~
adjoining farm or by r. P. Eubank, at Moscow, Au
gusta County, Va
TERMS very accommodating and the money will
be taken in currency, as it may fall due
Aug. eft R. p. EUBANK.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
STOLEN
40 REWARD

HORSE STOLEN
IL $40 REWARD
There was stolen from the farm of the subscriber "a
miles from Mt Sidney, on Thursday night the 28th
of September, fine horse of the following descrp-
ton A Bay Horse, with bald face and with both the
left feet white, years old, Is or Is hands high.
reward of $40. will be given for his recovery to the
subscriber. JNO. LANDES.
Oct To- 3t* Mt. Sidney. Augusta county
Charlottesville Chronicle copy to amount of 81. and
send account to this office.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

Look out for the eclipse of the sun
between 8 and 10 o'clock next Thurs
day morning.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

VIR GINA
a 7 Rlles held in the Clerks Office of the Cre't
n Court for Augusta County, the I'd day Of oet~s
Der, 1865.
Samuel Wisenan, P!!f.
Aga nst
Mary Wlse.rau Dett,
The objcc! Of hs suit is to obtain divorce piscs l.
aatfimcn:i.
The Defen dant Mary Wiseman not having entered
her appearance, and it appearing by satisacior7 evil
dence that she is Gt & Te5iden5 or this SumTron-
wealth. 1t is ordered that she appear here within
month after due pu5Iica zion OF this notice, and Do
what is necessary to protect her interest
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

A IsTRATRIX SALE.-I will sell, at
IA Public Auction, to the highest bidder, Wednes
day. October 25th 1865 at the residence of the late
VIM. Smith, two miles east of SIaunton, all the
Stock and Farming Implements,
consisting, in part of
Horses, Cows, Cattle, Sheep, Hogs, Wagons,
Carts, Flows, Harrows, Harness of every
description, Reaper, SC.
Also all the
Household and Kitchen Furniture,
consisting of Beds, Sofas. Tables, Chairs Queen s
and Glass Ware, and all other Articles usually found
in Housekeeping ny.
TERMS:-Al sums of Ten Dollars and under Cash;
for all sums Ten Dollars credit of nine months
will be given, requiring bond with good security.
Oct 3-tds CATHERINE SMITH,
Administrators of VIM. Smith, decd
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
BELLEFONTE WOODEN

\ OlICE.-Our books having heen destroyed by
~ fire at Greenwood, during General Sheridan S
raid, we res pecifully ask all persons knowing them
selves in debted to to frward and report the
amount as near as they can and close tn same by
Note. We may be found at the store of HoQe Mason
& Co. TAYLOR & H0GE
Sent iQ-tf--Xin CODY
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

ITO THE LADIES' ,,
PIPER & FUNKHOUSER
are now receiving at "White's Corner" opposite B:
Crawfords old stand one OF the largest ana prelest
stoc of DRESS GOODS they have ever had, to which
thew inyite the specia! attention of the Ladies'
Their stock embraces, in part, the following kinds,
viz:
Black Gro de Rhine Silk,
French Marines, Empress Cloths, Scotch Plaids,
Plain and Plaid Poplins, Printed Armures and De
lanes, Opera Flannel, Apaccas: Coburgs.
American Prints Bamoral Skirts.
splendid lot of Shawls, Hosiery
and Gloves,
Bleached Cotton, Brown Cotton,
Combs Brushes,
Dress Trimmings etc, etc.
The above goods with the exception OF Cotton tao
rcs can and will be sold at astoushingiy low prices
for CASH as we have determined to sell all our goods
at the smallest possible advance above cost
We are anxious to our old friends again, and
oa Ibis general invitation to all to give call.
stanton, sent rs, 1865 -VindIcator copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

NTOTICE.-Fh e undersigned. having associated
~ with him as a Partner in the Stanton TAN
merry, Mr.. VIM. Slower, practical tanner who has
been engag ed with Lin during the past Ii years, the
style of the firm will be Mays * Slower:
JAMES MAYS
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
Duties of Postmasters aud Subscribers.

Appropriate addresses were delivered by Maj,
Henry NJ Mathews, and Col. Buren, H. Jones:
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17

The folio wing are the names of ladies who were
crowned Maids of Honor. They were crowned
by the Knights in the ord er given above:
1st Maid of Honor, Miss - Davis
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1865-10-17
Strayed Or stolen.

bNE REWARD.lHORSE STOLEN On
Oh Wednesday night, the 9Th instant, u
MARE stolen from the subscriber of the ollow-
ing description She was an ro grey, about fftee II
ticular marks. has probably slight gear marks. He
will give the above reward for the de livery of the
to him, Patrick's Mil, South River for
such Information as will ensure her recovery.
His address is Rev. JACOB HILDEBRAND,
Aug % Waynesboro Augusta CO., Va.
R. Register copy charge this Office.