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Diabolical Attempt.

A horrible attempt by three negroes to rob
and murder Mrs Mathew O Brien and her son
Edwin, was made Oh Saturday week between
6 and o'clock T. NJ While on their wav
home, and about four miles from Alexandria
Mrs. O Brien and her son Edwin were stopped
by three negro men, dressed in citizens clothes.
One ct the negl Oes inquired the wayto Wash
inguon city; being on the Little RiTer Turnpike
Mrs. 0 b. politely and'kindlyi Informed him of
the best and nearest direction As the carriage
moved on ;sga!n. two of the negroes cried out
Halt one OF them then came from the left
OF the carriage to the right, and presenting his
pistol at the head Of Edwin, without warning,
tired, the ball taking severe and terrible effect
In the right side OF his neck. Edwinfell at once
backward into the carriage, with the blood gush-
ing III streams from his mouth and from the
wound. The negroes then proceeded to rob the
person of Edwin of his purse, and rifed the
carriage of It's contents, Of goods, &C., threaten
ing all the time to Kill Mrs o Brien ifshe made
the slightest alarm or resistance. Fortunately
for Mrs. Q b., at this juncture, the negroes saw
IN the distance live or SIX men Approaching, and
becoming frightened made hastily off with their
booty, and no clue has since been obtained of
their whereabouts. DIR. j. 3. Johns was
called to examine the case, and found that the
ball had penetrated the right side ofthe neck of
young Mr.. o b., passing inwards and upwards,
cutting the wind-pipe in its passage, and emer
gng Beneath the edge Of the left jaw, inflicting
a severe and dangerous wound, leaving the pa
tent III an exceedingly critical condition.
G0zette
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LiterOtit3e.
yEvHE FIELD q FYRESEDE.

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A superb literary companion and sterling old
HomeJ ournal.l Published every Saturday by
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Elegantly printed on beautiful white paper,
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It's corps of Contributors includes nearly all the
most distinguished authors of the. country, and
with the combined services of SO many celebrated
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senting usarioatted array Of talent.
Its Romances, Stories, Tales, Novelties, Crit
icsms, Reviews, Sketches Poems, Biographies,
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attained in periodical literature.
In accordance with the name of the paper o
special department is devoted to the Field, where
i'm are giveg. articles hints suggestions onthe
practical management OF the Farm, the Garden
the Orchard, and the Kitchen.
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And ain extra copy to the party getting up club
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1t is not to be understood that Editors en-
dorse all that is contained in COMMUNICATIONS
published in their papers. If they would re-
fuse to publish all the communications sent
them which they did not wholly approve, but
few communications would be published.
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Each number contains Ga large II mo pages, ell
egantly printed upon very heavy. white paper,
neatly stitched, and trimmed in beautiful covers,
making two large handsome volumes yea. OF
3S4 pages each. -i;,..t. v.;.
Its corps Of Contributors doubtless comprises a
greater numerical strength and more extensive
concentration OF Masonic wisdom and talent than
ever attained by similar publication. 50.
Sc THE KEYSTONE is endorsed and recon-
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Lodge Of North Carolina, and kgenly feeling the
weight OF this high Compliment the proprietors
will spare neither money nor exertioB ter make
the publication a most welcome visitor and COM
panion with all good and true Masons-ther sis
ters, wives, mothers and daughters, to whom the
same may come greeting -
Ne~ Specimen copies sent free, upon applica-
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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

We call the attention OF our readers to the
fact, that the public meeting Of farmers which
CONVEYED il lChurch5ille on the 18th February,
adjourned to the 29th of this month. We do
not deem it worth while to say single word on
the Importance of every farmer being present
on that occasion, but content ourselves by call
ing attention to the appeal we publish in an
other column.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

We would invite the attention of our readers
to the article from the National Lutelttgencer
published On the outside of this paper under
the caption, ''The Secret Motive that they
may see what, 10 the opinion Of Judge Bates
Lincoln's Attorney General, were the secret
motives which prompted the members of Con
gress to pass the Freedmen's Bureau bill, and
what is the character of that bill which the
President killed by his veto. =
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

Testaments to persons desiring them, and not
able to pay fSrt then" We caffh5 Special atten
ton of ministers and otherss in the county to
this fact None now heed be without Bible
and any child, white or colored, after learning
to read. NAV secure Testament on application.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
CLOTHING BAZAAR.

Those who wish to dress in the best style can
be accommodated by calling at the extensive
Clothing Bazaar of Loeb Bro, Richmond.
Persons from this section will have the pleas
ure of meeting there Mr. 7. Z. Ray, an ae-
quaintance Of MANY OF them, who will be pleased
to see them, and will furnish them with what
eyer they may need in the clothing line.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
nFAGIE MACHINE WORKS"

We invite attention to the advertisement of
the Eagle Machine Works" re-established by
Messrs Frank Kahl 4 A. J. Rahm, corner OF
Ninth and Canal Streets, South side Of Basin,
Richmond. They are prepared to manufacture
stationary and portable steam engines Of any
required power also Saw ard Grist Mills, Mill
Gearing, Steam Boilers, Brass and Iron Cast
ings, Forgings snd Machinery Of every descrp-
ton. Persons desiring any CT these things
would do well to employ Nessrs. Kahl i Rahm.
THE TAx ON MILL1NERs AND DREss-MAKERs.
1t is Stated that the committee on ways and
means of the House of Representatives have a.
greed to report in favor of the repeal of the tax
on milliners and dress makers. The goods used
will be taxed in the piece as heretofore, but not
when manufactured into dress or bonnet
This will be good news not only to the manufac-
turers, but to the wearers as well, many of whom
had to stand the tax Of $25 CIR $50 upon rich
dress after it was made up, the dress maker, in
selfdefence, being compelled to add this add
ton to the bill of her customer
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

We are pleased to notice that our IoWn au-
thorities are making preparations to receive the
Cholera next Spring and Summer, and by the
removal of all filth and dirt from the Streets
cellars, alleys, &C., are determined to thwart
any designs that dreadful destroyer may have
upon the inhabitants of our almost universally
healthy little city of the hills.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
POST OFFICE APPOINTMENTS.

The following appointments have been made
recently, in Augusta and Rockbridge counties !:
Mt. Scion, Augusta, Elizabeth I'll. Blake
more !: Jennings Gap, Augusta, James W.
Joseph; Parnassus, Augusta, james T. Byers;
Summers, Rockbridge, Phillip NJ. Siler; and
Long Wood, Rockbridge, J. f. Wilson,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
, soutn-s4sse za4storicaH Wax Novel:

"A Third Edition just ready.
''SURRK OF EAGLES NEST"
Being the Memoirs of a Staff Officer of Virginia
Edited from the Mss. Of Col. Surry by John
E>ten Cooke, with four full page iHustra=
lions, limo, cloth $50 pages. Price $2.25.
Following Stohewall Jackson from the begin
ming Of the Valley campaign to,his death; in con-
slant intercourse with Lee, jackson, Stuart, Ash
by, Pelham. and other celebrities we have viy-
id picture OF inside army life at the South. In a
word whoever desires story of stirring Incl
dent, with a truthful delineaton of noted events,
fine drawing OF character, ard faithful exposi-
ton Of the views and motYes'of Southern men in
the conflict just closed, all told in the purest Eng
lsh,- and IN an unusually delightful style, this
volume will be welcome guest"
Mailed to any part Of the United States, post
free, on receipt of price.
T. j. HUNTINGTON & Co.,
459 Broome Street, New I ork.
March OBJ
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

We noticed, in our issue Of last week, the
fact that there was sheep in Amherst county
with five legs-which we considered consider
able freak of nature; since that time, Mr.. A.
NJ. Hawpe, of this county, informs us that he
has full grown horse with the same surplus
appendage-a fifth leg Amherst will have to
weld the palm to old Augusta.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
Saddles & Harness.

GADDLES AND HAKNESS:AThe SUBJ
y scriber has on hand good supply of Saddles
aid Harness of his own Manufa etdre which he
will sell very low for cash, in exchange for
produce. He returns his thanksto the public for
their past generous patronage, and would respect
fully ask a continuance Of the same. His shop is
on Beverly or Main street, Staunton, next door
to DR.. Chapmans Office.
Jan IL, lS66-6.n GEO. F. FLICK
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
Baltimore Advertisements.
DIANOs, PIANOs-JOEL ETTINGEI

DIANOS, PIANOS-JOEL ETTINGER,
= Staunton, Va, Sote' Agent for Steff's Pre-
MUM Pianos, Factory 81 and IS Camden street,
near Howard, and As ard II Perry St, Baltimore,
Md, Warerooms No. Z, North Liberty street,
near Baltimore.
These instruments have been before the public
for the last thirty years in competition with the
best makers of the country and are now pro-
nounced by all the leading professors and anna
teurs the best Pianos manufactured. These in
struments have all the latest Improvements and
are warranted for five years, with the privilege Of
exchange within y months if not entirely salts
factory to the purchaser. Second hand Pianos
always on hand from SO to $500 Melodeons
and Parlor Organs from the best makers -,
REFERENcEs.- r. E. Lee Washington
College, Lexington, Va; Rev. r. y Phillips,
Va: Female Institute; Miss Mary Baldwin, Fe-
male lnstitute; J. G. Covell, PRINCIPAL and Pro-
fessor Graham of Virginia Institute, for the Deaf
Dumb and Blind; ]. W. ALLY and A. ]. Turn
er, of Staunton. A call is solicited Terms lib
eral. Sent 10 1S65-1v Vim conv
EDAWLsNGS 81 Woodward, No. IS,
- S. Charles street, Baltimore, Nd.
Tobacco ard Produce Commission Merchants.
Special attention paid to selling Leaf and Man
ufactured Tobacco, Grain, Flour, Bacon, &c.
Orders for Groceries, Guanos, Agricultural Iu-
plements, Seeds, ETC.
Consignments and Orders solicited.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

MARY KEMMELLE, daughter of VIM F. and
Rose Asst died on Saturday, the 18th inst, aged
years and days. .
Baltimore Sun please copy
WILLIAM HANsFOR D. 'son of Samuel E., and
Eliza A. Coleman, i'll the Sd year of his age, died
suddenly on the 18th inst, at the residence of
county. We shall go to him, but he shall not re-
turn to u.s. c.. S. NJ S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

Mr.. ROBERT b. DUNLAP Mss AMELIA M.
MIsH, by Rev. r. c. Walker, on the oth Instant
all of Augusta.
Lieut. CHARLES You've, of Staunton, to Miss
AGNES ATKINSON, youngest daughter of the late
Roger B. Atkinson, of Lunenburg county. Va,
at the residence of DR.. B. N. Atkinson in Staun-
ton, by Rev j. NJ Latane, on the 9Th instant.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
Cha3,cery Notices.

XIRGANaA s--At Rlles held in the Clerks
Y Oiiee otthe Circuit Court for'Augusta Coun-
ty, the 9TH day of March, 1866 j..
John W. Hogshead Observation-Disclosures. Plaintiff.
against go.
w. D. Hanger, VIM H. Bell and Robert A.
Hogsett .............::. Defendants.
b. ~ CH4NCERY.
The object of this suit is to enjoin and restrain
the defendants, Bell and Hanger and all others
concerned, from further proceedings judg
ment recovered against the plaintiff, (who
joint oblgor with defendant Hogsett in the bond
upon which said judgment was tounded), at the
May term, 1860, of the County Court Of Augusta,
in the name of defendant Hanger for the use OF
defendant Bell, for the sum OF Sl83. IL with inte-
rest thereon from 1st January, 1860 till paid and
S! 0l costs until the further order of the Courts
The defendant Robert A: Hogsett, got having
entered his appearance, and it appearing by sat
isfactory evidence that he is not resident Of this
Commonwealth: 1t is ordered that he do appear
here within one month after due publication of
this noticA and do what is necessary to protect
March / tw JOHN PARIS, D. G.
VIRGINIA AT Rules held in the Clerk s
Y Office Of the Circuit Court for Augusta CO.,
the 9TH day of March, 1866.
Thomas j. Niche ...................... Plaintiff
John r. Steele, Alex II. H. Stuart. John D. I'm
boden and Samuel III. Steele, ...... Defendants
IN CHANCERY. e -.
The object of this suit is to recover of the de-
PENDANT, John ii. Steele the sum OF SiSO, with
interest on. $40 Fart thereof, from 10Th Septem-
ber 1854, and on SO, the residue thereof from
26th March; 1855, till paid, and to attach the es-
tate Of said j. H. Steele in the hands of the 0ther
defendants. ...,-
The defendant, John FL. Steele, not having en-
tered his appearance, and it appearing by salts
factory evidence that he is not resident of this
Commonwealth: 1t is ordered that he do appear
here within month after due publication of
this notice, and do what is necessary to protect
his interest,". a COpy-FeSta
March l3--tw JOHN PARIS. ID. G.
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Stauntuu gpettato'.
Local - News.

The s..Spectator,' having mach larger cir
culation than any other paper published IN this
place, furnishes the best medium for ADVERT
sing
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
"P0RK AND BEANS"

We have been requested to announce that
DR. Bagby, the celebrated lecturer, VIII deiiVeE
his popular lecture on Pork and Beans, IN
this place, on Thursday eEening next We
besneak for him a crowded house.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

DAGS, RAGS, RAGS.-Wanted 10000 lbs.
~ Ihte ana mixed cotton rags old books boo
highest price will be paid in cash.
Feb l;-2mos =. A. NJ PIERCE
WANTED IMMEDIATELY, 500 bushels
w OF White Corn for cash. 80
BRUCE & PECK.
VA bushels Flax Seed.
w Dec p ISAAC PAUL & CO.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

According to careful computation by mem
bers who are interested In sustaining the Presi
dent policy of reconstruction, there are but
fifteen Republican Congressman who can be de-
pended upon to vote against radical measures
as they come M
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
DeOtIS.

Death is the port where all may refuge find,
The end of labor entry unto rest;
Death hath the bounds Of misery confn'd,
Whose sanctuary shrouds atliction best.
= 107I of .SfeyLine
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
Garden and Fy0acer Seeds,

GARDEN SEEDS.-Landretll celebrated
W Garden and Flower 'iust'receved and
for sale at -s rtf T. FL. IEOuTS
Feb 20, 1866. Drug Store
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
Hotels.

A MEXICAN HOTEL, at the Depot of the
n Va. Central Railroad, Stauntoa, Virginia.
The Proprietor intends, by thorough repair and
fine accommodations, TO retain the reputation this
House has heretofore had, of being first class
Hotel October Sd, 1S65-tf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
MARRIAGES..

Here love his golden shafts employs, here lights
His constant lamp, and waves his purple wings,
Regns here and reves.
po,rye,Jo T,ro NohIo E5ueu1Pu
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
Table

Showing the value of one dollar in Gold as COM
pared with Confederate Treasury Notes during
each month of the war, from May 1861, to April
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
TO2. Rent.

E7OR RENT.-My Tannery in Middebrook,
81 one of the best in the County, for one or more
years on reasonable terms Apply to
=: E. HOGSHEAD,
Feb. q If near Middebrook
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Licery Stables.

livery STABLE,-The undersigned
keep constantly for hire, at the American
Hotel Stables, SADDLE HORSES, BUGGIEs AND
II ACKs. Horses fed also, and we'll groomed
Nov 14-tf CRAWFORD d CO.
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VVFE KEYSTONE,

FEVfE KEYSTONE,
l. A MONTHLY MASONIC MAGAZINE,
% FAYETTEVILLE STREET, RALEIGH, y. c.
Edited By VM B. SMITH,
Subscription $500 year.
A New Volume commenced Jan l. 1866
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
THE MARKETS.
Stanton Prices Current.
Corrected Every Week by Ker, Stevenson y Co.
WHOLESALE PRICES.

STANTON, MARBH 18th, 1866.
FLouR-Superfne, 50; Extra, $94; Family, ST..
WHRAr.. .,,..'..'...........$2 p bushel
OATS. cts q bushe
Bacon, .15@15t Hog Round
SALT, .. Va, II cts, "a ID Marshall, $5a p sack
Crushed &c.. Powdered, 23ci "a,
SUGAR. 20!c; 3D." 21c; &C. l9e.:
FLAxsERD, 81 1905 s.. Is p bushel
BEESWAX .ooVeoZces r ~
CORN too1o' " oo3iioi
MOLASSEs, cIs, t,SaaIoa ~
LARD, 3. l5cts = H.
TOBACCO, Manufactured, 40e9 ~ I'D;
WHIskY-very sq;psrior, $5@$6; common, S2s
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Dry Goods, Groceries, dc.


HI Mr.: BENZ. Crawford s store-house for term
of years, commencing June lst, 1856, and,.the
lease Of my present store-room expiring by the
first of April Eext,. will either have to give my
friends and the public generally. an inducement
to buy my present stock OF goods or box 1t until
Sc offer my stock on hand at first cost, flor cash.
and only. for cash. None need apply for credit,
except regular customers, and all those not pay
ing cash will be charged the old prices. The stock
consists as follows:
Silks bombazines, merinos, alpaccas, byown
and bleaehed cotton from Ito p yards wide, cot
ton yarns, hosiery, .perfumery, dress trlmmsngs,
plain, white and figured cambrics Swisses, rnulls
and Tarletons 2OO.pair iades and misses shoes.
ready made clothing boots, and hats, cambria
edgngs and insertings, Fresch cOrsetts, $50 la
dies and childrens hoop skirts, ladies' and chill
dren's balmorals, with many other goods not hero
IN mentioned. D. IT,, GlQB.
4 FINE lot of ladies' cloaks to clear out con-
IA sgnment at S. H. HILBS.
GUNNER and Spring muslin at IS cents It, per
4 FIRST rate article.of Spring and Summer
N calicoes Is cts per yd at: s. f. HlLBS.
VHIRTY sacks of salt at 9 mr.
7 AIDES and Gentlemen indebted to the above
4 firm will please. walk up to the Captains OF
ice and settle. MI ~ 81. H. HlLb,
Staunton, Va, March g. 1866. Captain.
CTOKE AT NEW HOPE.-The subscri-
= Der would inform the public that he has pur-
chased the Store at New Hope, formerly belong
ing to his brother, Samuel Lowner and that he
has a good stock of New Goods, which he is pre-
pared Ia sell OIL. low TERMS His stock comprises
Dry Goods, GroceEies, Queensware- Shoes, Boots,
and all the 7arious kinds Of goods usually kept in
mond prices for country produce in exchange for
goods at low prices. He respectfully reapasts the
former customers of his brother to continue their
custom with him, as he is determined to ave them
satisfaction. EMAN Ell LOWNER.
Jan 30-3m
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= Az Err a. VOL n d -

II We have again been to Baltimore to take
tue first pick of the New Goods in market We
can offer our friends and the public a complete
stock of Winter and early Spring goods. With
some reduction in former prices we hope to be
able to please those seeking both fashionable and
cheap goods Our new purchase is large and. de-
srable Come and see for yourselves.
Feb 13-tf X & Y
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~ fsEAT RElsUCTEON IN PRICES.

VI. " have large Toto winter goods WHICH
make room for a new stock, including ready
made clothing boots, shoes hats, caps, dry goods,
etc. Come and get good bargains.
eis~ SEQ lbs nice country Lard for sale.
Feb &c, 1866 ISAAC PAUL s. CO.,
Main strant StauOfou VA
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

ues held in the Clerk
Y Office ofthe Circuit Court for Augusta Coun-
" the 9TH day Of March, 1866. .
John w. Hogshead .................,... Plaintiff.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
HU3'dlCO2'e.
u>REsss STOCK or HARDWARE.
COACH MATERIALS,

COACH NATERIALS.-I have on hand
" good assortment of Coach and wagon
Makers material consisting of Hubs. Prloes,
vass, Springs, Patent Leather, &C., which will be
sold at the lowest market rates. 49,
Staunton Jan 9-tf g. E. PRICE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20
LIVINGSTON FLOWS AND CAS-

h a INGS.-I am in constant receipt of all the ST.
yes of the Bradley Livingston Plows and Castings
Of every description from the original patterns Of
the pillow, sold here only by himself.
Sent 9f-tf e PRICE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

- ADDLERY, &c.-I have just received a
y good assortment ofSaddlery, consisting OF
Buckles, Rings, Saddle Trees, Webbing, Harness
Mounting, Hames !stirrups, spafs, Thread, &c,
as they will be. scIa at short profits.
Stasr t0rl ,Tap off G. f. PRICE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

4 FINE lot of ladies cloaks to clear out con-
"A signment at s. II. HILBS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1866-03-20

+ AIDES and Gentlemen indebted to the above
4 firm will please. walk, up to the Captains Of
flee and settle. ,at ~ 81 H. HlLB,
Staunton Va March g. 1866 Captain.