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DOCKS AND STATIONERY!

DOCKS AND STATIONERY
I'D A large assortment for sale by
T. NEWTON KURTZ,
Publisher Bookseller, Stationer, Dealer in Paper,
and Blank-Book Manufacturer,
No. ISL West Pratt street, opposite the ''Maltby
House, Baltimore, Md.
School Books, embracing all the most valuable
and popular Educational Works now in use, at
the very lowest wholesale prices.
A large stock of Blank Account and Record
Books always on hand or made to order prompt
ly-ruled to any pattern, with or without printed
headings-oft the Best Materials and in the most
substantial manner
Books, Magazines, Music, &C., neatly bound
in any style.
The highest market price paid for rags-cash or
trade. April 24-1y*
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SPECTATOR AND GENERAL ADVERTISER.

a fine looking yellow man, very pleasant and
very polite, indeed, quite the gentleman in his
manners. Whilst we were in there, he was en-
gagged in conversation with a very plain looking
white man that he was shaving. Foreign and
domestic politics, and religion were extensively
discussed. In the course of the conversation,
the barber talking of St. Paul. said, "Now,
there was st. Paul, goa haoao, he was prosecu-
ting attorney for the Jews, and he was sent to
Jerusalem with sealed proposals for prosecuting
the christians :"
ANTIOUARY
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Hotels.
COL. C. S. PEYTON.
GEO. L. PEYTON. VIM H. PEYTON
VIRGINIA HOTEL.
STAUNTON, VA.
GEO. L. PEYTON s. CO., .Proprieto

L O.,s.
B. F. WEBB, superintendent.
This commodious and popular Hotel, lone
known as the teadimg Hotel of the town, has beer
Remodeled, Painted and Papered,
in the best style, and furnished with
NEW and ELEGANT FURNITURE,
now offers to its guests every comfort which the
best Hotels of the age can present
Pleasantly located in the midst of the business
portion OF the town, and at the distance of 1OC
yards from the Railroad Depot it affords its guests
the double advantage OF most convenient access
to the principal business houses and complete ex-
emption from the
DUST, BUSTLE AND CONFUSION
incident to the arrival and departure of trains
Especially are the guests of this house sure Of a
quiet nights rest
While the Proprietors do not rest their claims to
patronage on the past history of any members of
its firm, but on the
CHARACTER OF THEIR HOTEL,
is not improper to allude to the fact that one of
their frm-Colonel Charles S. Peyton-served
throughout the war, having commanded a COM
pany at the first battle of Manassas, losing an arm
at the second and being again wounded at Get
tysburg. Whatever claim to public patronage
may be reasonably founded on such facts, the
Virginia Hotel confidently presents.
Those who wish the very best fare and accom-
modations, whether from the North or South
and
QUIET NIGHTS RESTl
can find such comforts at the Virginia Hotel
The Adams Express Office and
a Fine Billiard Saloon are in this build
ing; good Livery Stable is also con-
nected with the Hotel Stages
on the various lines will take
passengers to this Hotel
and call for them when
they wish to
leave.
Omnbusses to and from the Depot Free!
Connection with all Trains leaving town
guaranteed
Having long experience as Hotel Keepers, the
Proprietors trust, with
MODERATE CHARGES AND LIBERAL POLICY,
to maintain the favorable reputation of the
Old Virginia Hotel. r.
GEORGE L. PEYTON s. CO.,
julylO-tf Proprietors.
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EsIANOs. PIANOs.-JOEL ETTTNGFR-

D1ANOS, PGANOS.-JOEL ETTINGER,
4 Staunton Va, Sole Agent for Stieffs Pre-
MUM Pianos, Factory 81 and Sc Camden street,
near Howard, and As and Al Perry ST., Baltimore,
Md. Warerooms No. 7, North Liberty street,
near Baltimore.
These instruments have been before the public
for the last thirty years in competition with the
best make 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 II months if not entirely salts
factory to the purchaser. Second hand Pianos
always on hand from $50 to $500 Melodeons
and Parlor Organs from the best makers.
REFERENCEs.- r. E. Lee, Washington
College, Lexington, Va; Rev. r. H. Phillips,
Va; Female Institute; Miss Mary Baldwin, Fee
male Institute; J. G. Covell, Principal, and Pro
lessor Graham, Of Virginia Institute for the Deaf,
Dumb and Blind; j. w. Abby and A. J. Turn
er, of Staunton. A call is solicited. Terms lib
erai- ESept 10, 1965-ly Vim copy
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by DR.. Strickland's PILE Remedy.-Mr.
Glass of GAINESVILLE Wisconsin, writes for the
benefit of all who suffer with the Piles, that he
has been troubled for eight years with an aggra-
waited case of Piles and his brother was discharg-
ed from the army as incurable The being quite
paralyzed with the Piles Both these distressing
lands Pile Remedy. The recommendation of
these gentlemen, beside the daily testimonials re-
ceived by DIR. Strickland, ought to convince those
suffering that the most aggravated chronic cases
of Piles are cured by DR.. Stricklands Pile Rem
edy. For sale by DR.. H. s. Eichelberger and P.
II. Trout and by druggists everywhere.
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Baltimore advertisements.
EALL 4 WINTER IMPORTATION

I hlDDOns, Millinery and Straw Goods.
ARMSTRONG, GATOR s. CO.,
Importers and Jobbers of
Ribbons, Bonnet Silks and Satins, Velvets, Ru-
ches Flowers, Feathers, Straw Bonnets, Ladies'
Hats,-trimmed and untrmmed- Hoods,
No. 237 and Lofts of 239, Baltimore ST.,
BALTIMORE, Nd
offer stock unsurpassed in the United States in
variety and cheapness.
Orders solicited and prompt attention given.
TERMS CASH.
aug 81 toamtS8
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:" r.. POLK.
w. Before the great fire at 49,
Main street, at present occupying the old stand of
Chiles & Chenery,
No 173 Broad Street. corner of 9th street,
Richmond, Va,
desires to inform the public that he has now on
hand, a well selected stock of Dry Goods and No
lions which were bought principally since the
great decline in goods and at panic prices, and
that he will sell goods at such small profits as de-
servedly to be called
THE CHEAP STORE OF RICHMOND!
Good Calicoes, 124 cents per yard.
DeLaines, Is to Is 6 4" s'
Bleached Shirtings, 121, 1sa and Is cents per
yard, and hundreds of other needed articles at
panic prices
Orders carefully filed if accompanied with the
money.
+ Do not forget the place
l73 Broad street, corner 9th street, Richmond,
w. r. POLK.
N. B.-Having effected business arrange
ment with W. r. Polk I would be glad to see all
my old friends and customers at the old stand.
j. O.. CHILES,
late Chiles & Chenery.
SALESD1EN
j. L. Cox, of Nottoway county
HENRY T. MILLER, of Amei1a
E. B. Lyons, of Petersburg
G. M. SMART, of Caroline county
April II, 1866. tilOct10
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CELBY & DULANY.

@ ELBY & DULANY.
y wholesale dealers in
SCHOOL and BLANK BOOKS
and General Stationers
Maryland Depository Methodist Episcopal
Church South, and Office of the
Baltimore Episcopal Methodist,
332 w. Baltimore Street, four doors above How
ard, BALTIMORE.
N. r. SELBY,
W. &c. DULANY. aug 14-3mo
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There is a time coming in every mans his
tory when the knowledge of having been the
instrument to pluck single brand from the
eternal burning, will yield more real satisfaction
than the certainty of having accomplished the
loftiest objects of literary ambition. j.
Angel James,
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vIvHE OLD ESTABLISHED WATCH

4 and jewelers. Store has been removed to-
the Virginia Hotel. A. A. CONE, successor to
J.. w; Meredith, would respectfully inform his
friends and the public generally, that he has re-
to Ladies' Entrance, where he is prepared to keep
up its established reputation for good work
Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, &C., repaired and
all work guaranteed.
He respectfully solicits a continuance of the
liberal patronage heretofore bestowed-promising
satisfaction in all cases. iune8-tf
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Wise and Otherwise.

Railway '.jams" are anything but preserves.
A dentist at work at his profession always
looks "down in the mouth
Trying to the feelings-to tie a pretty girls
bonnet, without tasting her lips.
II have not loved lightly" as the man said
when he married widow weighing 300 lbs.
"You will see my face no MORE" as the lady
said when she covered her cheeks with paint
The "Arm and Arm Convention in Phila'
delphia seems to alarm the Radicals terribly.
The cheapest excursion you may make is in
to the realms of fancy. No return ticket is re-
quired.
Why is a marriage certificate like an article
the public could not do without? Because it is
a moose paper.
A newspaper writer says native California
horse is tough and hardy, and can live on a
photograph of bunch of grass
NThat S laundering big lie u said Sam
elongated veracity.'' Sam hustled.
to eat" "Well, Solomon, amt 1 eating as
fast as can, replied Sal, with her mouth full
my wife, said a wag the other day, 'came
deed, how was that?" "Why she called. me
old beeswax.'
1t is proposed to light the streets of Weston,
with red headed gals. Quadrat, ofthe Herald,
says he intends to play tipsey every night and
hug the lamp-posts.
'Well, Miss, can you decline kiss?" said a
knight of the birch. eyes sir, said the girl,
dropping perplexed curtesy, II can-but [
hate to, most plaguily."
A wicked editor says that at church some
people clasp their hands SO feryentlv in nraver
that they are unable to get them open when the
contribution box comes around.
Now, papa, tell me what is humbug" ut
is replied papa, when mamma pretends to
be very fond Of me- and puts no buttons on my
shirt till reminded of it dozen times.
AWestern paper strikes the names of two
subscribers from its list because they were re-
Gently hung. The publisher says he was com
PEELED to be severe, because he did not know
their present address.
Among the recent inventions in France which
have been brought to light by the recent dis
cussion on the needlegun, is one which fires 20
balls a minute, and has musical box in the
butt, thus doing away with the necessity of
regimental bands
What is the reason that men never kiss each
other, while the ladies waste world of kisses
on the feminine faces?'' said foolish gent 10
lively girl the other day. The young lady an
swered, Because the men have something bet
ter to kiss, and the women haven't"
AT an assemblage of few friends, one even
ing, the absence Of lady was noticed, which
was apologised for by an acquaintance, who
stated that she was detained by an interesting
little incident "Ah, yes, exclaimed Mrs.
John Smith, and beautiful little incident it
was. too-weighing nine pounds and half!'
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A child, speaking of his home to friend,
was asked, ''Where is your home?'' Looking
with loving eyes at his mother, he replied,
"Where mother is p Was ever question SO
truthfully, beautifully, or touchingly answered?
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Plaine Rules for Very Young Gentlemen abou

few commence Lille Ter the fust time:
!st; when you eat, always use knife and
fork (unless you have mush and milk for din
ner, then exercise your judgment), and be sure
to open your mouth when your elbow crooks
In all means quit eating when YOU are through,
I'd: When you enter parlor, always enter
at door, and take at once the most comforta-
Bile seat. 1t you use terbacker, land of course
you do), and are not an expert in the perlite
accomplishment of close firing at the bars of q
coal crate, call for spitdish, and bore the CEN
ter every time.
Sd. Always lead in conversation, maintaining
all your points with the nervous tenacity of a
rat terrier, never letting 60 your hold on the
attention you have excited unless it is tew spit
on your hands.
9Th Avoid modesty as you would a milldew,
ana never blush, unless it is Immediately after
brandy and water
9TH When you are in luv, which will be ev-
cry now and then, study poetry and pizen, tork
Inlln, ana 60 INTO pale decline, then ito save
yourself, take dose of castor lie and await the
next attack with becoming composure
9th. Never smoke American segars. have
known hundreds of promising young men ruined
in this way. Swear a little in all company and
take at least one newspaper
7th. Raise mustache if you have to poul-
tice your lip to do it. Despise all EMPLOYMENT
and shudder when you meet mechanic. ''0''''
9Th. Know all the intrigue and scandal of the
town. Bet ten dollars on eyerything-ca your
father the old man, avoid every appearance of
of politeness to him, and lodge out occasionally.
Perfect yourself in the above primary rules
before you presume upon the second degree,
ltoo much haste has blasted a great many buds
OF promise, and be just with yourself If on
enquiry you find you are not put down as a
plum, you may conclude that you have mis-
taken YOU. genius, and have no hopes in the
ornamental walks of life.
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nYSPEPSIA.-W everybody says must
be true We have heard DR.. Strickland,s
Tonic spoken of so frequently by those who have
been benefited by it, that at last we are compell
ed to make it known to the public that we really
believe it effects a cure in every case; therefore,
we say to those who suffering with Dyspepsia
or Nervous Debility, to go to their druggists and
get bottle of DR.. Strickland Tonic.
For sale by Dr. III. S. Eichelberger, and P. H.
Trout and by druggists everywhere.
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Richmond Advertisements.
TOHN G. EFFINGER

TOHN G. EFFINGER
% with JONES & HEWITT,
Commission and Forwarding Merchant
For the sale of COUNTRY PRODUCE and
purchase of MERCHANDISE of every
description,
NO. . 10TH ST. BETWEEN MAIN u CARY
RICHMOND, VA
On due notice being given, [ will furnish Bags
to persons wishing to consign wheat, corn, &C.,
at the nearest Depot on the Central Railroad to
the consgnors, FREE OF CHARGE.
REFERENC ES IN ROCKINGHAM:
Shacklett & Newman, Forrer & Clippinger,
ID. J. Sullivan Coffmans & Brufy, Harrisonburg;
E. Sipe, Lacy Springs; r. n Pool & Co., idge-
water; J. S. Roller, Esq, Mt Crawford; J. j.
LlTTELL, McGaheysville DR. S. p H. Miller
& Bro, Maj. j. G. Walker, Conrads Store; H.
B. Harnsberger Jacob Nicholas Port Republic.
REFERENCES IN AUGUSTA:
Mcclure q Bumgardner and Baker Brothers,
Staunton; Eli Hogshead, Esq, Middlebrook !;
A. W. Anderson, Mofett's Creek; Bumgardner
Lipky, Greenville;- Nelson, Gibbs & Co., and
Q. III. Spence & Co., Midway; John E. King &
Co., j. s; Wallace and Peter Hanger, Waynes-
boro; William McComb, and P Schumacher s.
Co., Pishersville; Efinger & Walker, Mt Sid
ney; .kemper & Patterson, Mt Meridian; Hen
ry Conner, and DR.. Kennerly Conner Store; I.
J 81 John Parkins, & VIM. Crawford, ESQ.,, Will
low Spout. july10-3m
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SUPERIOR REMEDY.-Wec cam e

4 SUPERIOR REMEDY.-Weea can con-
IN scientiously recommend to those suffering
from distressing cough, DR.. Stricklands Mel
lihouss Cough Balsam is one of the best prepara-
tions in use, and is all that its proprietor claims
for it, We have tried it during the past week.
and found relief from most distressing cough.
1t is prepared by DR.. Strickland, No. 139 Syca-
more St, Cincinnati, Ohio, and for sale by Dr.
FL. S. Eichelberger, and P. HI. Trout, and by
druggists everywhere. march IL, '66-1y
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Over Roane s Alloys clothing store, opposite
Virginia Hotel.
l am now prepared to enlarge, and color an OIL
water Indian ink, pictures ofevery description.
Those who have lost friends, have pictares of
them copied from lockets, ambrotypes, daguerre-
types, &C., and made life or A size
| have now secured the valuable services -four
Staunton artist, Mr.. T. B. Coleman, whohas just
graduated in the art of Painting in the city of
New York. Specimens can be seen now in my
gallery l am permanently located in Stauntonr
and will spare no pains or expense to make my
gallery equal in every respect to any city gallery.
l am already prepared to make any style of pic
lures now in use.
One of Stieff7s celebrated pianos will be found
in the Reception Room.
may 1T J.H. BURDETT
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Patches and JeaCeI3'U.
MO MORE BIG PRICES-Tbe

MO MORE BIG PRICES.-The under
~ signed offers for sale a fine assortment of
Watches, Clocks, Jewery, fine Gold Pens and
Pencils, Watch Crystals, Keys, ETC., with we'll
selected stock of
ENGLISH s. FRENCH SPECTACLES
at entirely new prices.
N. B.-Every article warranted as represented
Watches, Clocks, and Jewelry repaired and
warranted at moderate prices.
b. MAYNE from 225 Regent ST., London
now on Main street, Staunton opposite Gabriel
Hlrsh's Store. aug 20-6m
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MERHCAN H0TEE. at the Denot of fl

a MEKECAN HUTEE, at the Depot Of the
~ Va. Central Railroad, Staunton, Virginia.
The Proprietor intends, by thorough repair and
tine accommodatlons, to retain the reputation this
House has heretofore had, of being first class
Hote. October Cd 1865-tf
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CePI AO-Iy"
NEW CONCERN.-We have this day
~ formed and entered into co-partnership, I'M
der the firm and style of
MILLHISER & MOSES,
for the purpose of conducting
JOBBING DRY GOODS BUSINESS,
in the new and spacious building,
No. Oil Main street,
Richmond Va
On the 18th of September we will be prepared
to offer to the trade select stock Of
FALL and WINTER DRY GOODS.
Our facilities and long experience in the business
make it to the interest of merchants to purchase
of US.
Orders for Goods will be faithfully and prompt
ly attended to-
MOSES MILLHISER,
late Millhser & Bro,
aug 29-1m ALFRED MOSES
MATHEW BLAIR, CHARLES S. MCKINNEY,
Late of M. Blair Sc Co. of Appomattox, Va.
DLAER & MCKINNEY,
GENERAL COMMISSION MERCHANTS,
Cary street, between 10Th and 18th,
RICHMOND, VA,
For the sale of Cotton, Flour Grain Leaf and
Manufactured Tobacco, and all other
Country Produce.
Orders for the purchase of Merchandise executed
promptly augl4- 3mo
VIM. II. PARRISH, L. HARVEY,
late Bocock u Parrish, late l. Harvey & Co.,
WI Fyni a. YA ri & k Go Wholesale ya
w. Auction and Commission Merchants,
18th street. between Main and Cary, Richmond,
Va, tender their services to their friends and the
public for the sale of. allkinds of Produce and
Merchandise. They keep constantly on hand a
large and well selected stock of Groceries, Lii
quors, Provisions, &C., which they offer to sell low
for cash. Strict attention will be given to all con-
slgnments. Sept 26-tf
JOHN TYLER. WM H. TYLER.
FENYLER q SON.
q General Commission Merchants,
18th street, between Main and Cary
Richmond, Va,
Give undivided attention to the Sales of Country
Produce, and execution of orders for Merchan-
disc.
Reference to business men generally in Staun-
ton, and the county of Augusta.
Consignors please give county and Post Office.
auo 2S-4nnOS*
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The following stanza from parody on ). k Ss
man brakes american Flag was sung at Co
lumbus on tn, 4th of July:
tsWhen Freedom from her mountain height,
Unfurled her Standard to the air,
She grabbed the dusky son ofnight,
And set a glorious niger there.
Then from its place at Westinghouse,
She called her Freedmen's Bureau down,
And gave into its mighty sway
The God that rules the present day"
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INSURANCE COMPANY.

VIRGINIA INSURANCE COMPANY.
Books and Subscriptions to the Capitol Stock:
House of w. II. Tams s. Co., and at the offices Of
the two Banks in Staunton. The attention of
Capitalists is called to the merits of this Stock
which is recommended to them as probably the.
most Tenau7aerat1Ue Investment of money now Of
fering. By Order of the
Jan 9-tf COMMISSIONERS
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Fire and Life Insurance.

II. M. BELL, Prest VIM. Ell. TAMs, Secy.
VTNHE VIRGINIA INSURANCE
II COMPANY.
Chartered Capital, ........~....$ 81 zoo, 200.
This company, chartered by the Legislature of
Virginia, December 18th, 1865, in presenting it
self to the public with bona 1ide capital paid in
of quarter of a million of dollars, sufficient to
the confidence of the public, hopes, as a Home
Institution, by just and liberal policy to secure
fair portion of patronage. Its rates will CORES
For risks upon Dwellings, Stores, Merchandise
and all other insurable property apply to
VIM. H. TAMS, Secretary,
Or to Staunton, Va.
may 29-6m T.
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If laddie meets a lassie
Walking in the street,
If the lassie wears title"
Shows an ankle neat;
If the wind is rudely blowing
Lifts her skirts too high,
And the laddie sees that ankle,
Need lassie cry
Every lassie wears a 'tilter,"
And ''hinderpest,'
And a metal 'palpitator"
On her snowy breast,
If, when married to the laddle,
These false charms he spies,
1.-The says, Pm sold, by jingo!"
Need q 1assie cry2
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Me0TcOL.
aENN0LD,S YIRGINIA HEPATIC

m ENNOLDS VIRGINIA HEPATIC
II AND PURGATIVE PILLS are now dis
tributed over the State of Virginia, and in the
reach of every one. These Pills are acknowl-
edged by all who have used them to be superior
to any ever offered to the people.
Nothing is claimed for them that we do not be-
lieve TO be strictly true For directions and dis
eases for which they are recommended and are
applicable, see circular and pamphlet around box
containing them. Manufactured by
WIN. REYNOLDS s. CO.
aug. 14-1yr Staunton, Va
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Fine ArtS.

ID M. CLINEDINST'S
ID. PHOTOGRAPHIC GALLERY,
over Piper & Funkhouser's new store
Main Street, Staunton, Va.
Having fitted up my Gallery with splendid
Sky-Light and Reception Room for visitors, Ia
dies and gentlemen residing in and visiting Staun--
ton are respectfully invited to call and examine
my specimens.
Photographs enlarged and colored in every
style. June 5-6mos
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TEST OF LovE.-As woman was walking,
man looked at and followed her.
why" said she, do you follow me?''
Because | have fallen in love with you
'Why so? My sister, who is coming after, is
much handsomer than am: go make love to
her.
The man turned back and saw woman with
an ugly face, and being displeased turned and
said:
Why did you tell me story?'
The woman answered:
Neither did you tell me the truth IF you
are in love with me, why;u you look for an
other woman p