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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS,
..4--., Greenbrier County, West Va. J
MEssRs. GEo L. PEYToN g. Co.

MESSRS. GEO. IL. TE1TON q 20.
Gentlemen The undersigned a portion of
your guests, now sojourning at. b great Nation
al Watering Place, believe that it is due to you
and will be an acceptable service to hundreds
who seek to find the most attractive summer
home, either in pursuit of health or pleasure, to
express to you the sincere qualification it has af-
forded us to find that, by your energy and iber-
atty of expenditure, you have accomplished SO
much towards the restoration of the White Sui
phur to its former unrivalled beauty Above all
we desire to testify to the abundance and excel
lence of your table, unsurpassed, we believe, at
any Watering Place in Virginia, and equal to the
best in the palmy days fyore. The attention
and courtesy of all now connected with the es-
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and have elected from all we have heard speak
faction. We believe the attractions now offered
at the white, need only be understood to swell
within the next fortnight. and, if this testimonial
from some of the representatives ofsevera States
now here can tend to result so desirable to all
who wish to see our people once more meeting
in pleasant social intercourse from all sections of
the country, you are at liberty to make such use
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PARTISAN LIFE WITH COL. JOHN S. MosBY

We have just received a copy of the above
york. 1t is edited by Major John Scott, of Eau
iuier, late Of the Confederate army. The work
5 q large-sized octave volume of four hundred
and ninety-two pages embellished with portraits
and engravings on wood and gotten up in excel
Ient style.
We promise our readers great deal of instruc-
ton and entertainment from the Partisan Life"
What is more, it contains an authentic history of
the facts treated of drawn from sources that ad-
init OF no dispute. having been for the most part
furnished by Colonel Mosby himself.
There are appearing from time to time various
accounts of the thrilling scenes connected with
the Lost Cause" but we can assure our readers
that not one conveys more valuable, because
truthful, information concerning one of the most
exciting narratives Of the war, than does this
Partisan Life with Mosby."
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23
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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23
Educational.
cCHOOL AT WEST VIEW.

&NCHOVL AT W EST VIEW,
- This school will commence on lst September,
1867, and close last of June 1868. 1t is designed
to prepare young men to enter Washington Col
lege or any other desired
Board can be obtained in estimable private
families in the neighborhood at $l2 to Sis per
month. The location is desirable and accessible,
6 miles above Staunton and 2 from Swoopes De-
pot-churches near. III.
TERMs:-$4O for higher English; $50 inclu-
ding Latin and Greek
THOS. A. POLLARD, Principal.
Refers to Revs. DR.. & F. B. Converse, Editors
Christian Observer; Rev DIR. Hoge, Richmond
and Faculty of Hampden Sidney College.
iuly9-3m .
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23

THE Radical Congress passed the new recon-
struction bill, published on the outside of this
issue, over the veto of the President as soon
as the message was read. That Congress has
the people
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Legal Notices.
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.

a pur-
7 suance of a decree rendered on the 18th day
of May, 1867, in the Circuit Court of Bath eoun-
ty, on the Chancery side thereof in cause there
in pending, in which John F. Bratton, in his own
right, and as administrator with the will annexed
of William A. Bratton, decd is Plaintiff, and
George w. Bratton and others are Defendants.
Notice is hereby given to the creditors of said
their claims to me- as Commissioner of said Court,
pGT9pGry authenticated on or before Err Friday the
at my office, at Bath Court House, Va. to take
an account of all debts and liabilities due from
and owing by said testator and unless theparties
prove their claims against said estate within the
time prescribed in this notice, they will be de-
barred the benefit of said decree, and said estate
will be finally settled up irrespective of their
claims And notice is also given to the parties
interested, that l shall proceed at the same time
and place. to settle the accounts of the Plaintiff
as personal representative of said testator, and
also the partnership accounts existing between
the Plaintiff and testator, so as to ascertain the
amount of personal assets belonging to testator S
estate for distribution among the legatees
G. r. MCDANNALD,
iulyl6-4t Commissioner.
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JuIyIb-tt Uruggls
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i Jul Colors of all kinds,
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Imperial Wearing Coach Body Varnish,
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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23

The dedication of the Catholic Church at Lew
isburg, Greenbrier county, will take place next
Sunday, the 18th inst. The ceremonies will be
conducted by Right Rev. Bishop Wheelan Of
Wheeling and by Father Walters.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23

We again call attention to the fact that all deeds
of whatever kind recorded since the LIST of Dc
tober, 1862, are rendered invalid, if not stamped
before the 1st of August next. Do not neglect
this important duty, as it may cause much loss.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23
A II THE STORE OF MIR. COWAN

A THE STORE OF MIR. COWAN
N orders will be taken for the well-known
Common Sense Family Sewing Machine,
for the benefit of the Ladies' Memorial Associa-
ton. This machine is cheap and durable, and
has given entire satisfaction wherever used.
Price $50, and warranted for three years. Ma
chine shown and references given,
Agents in the country are wanted who will sell
it for the same purpose, to whom the profits of
every third machine will be given.
feb 19--tf -t.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23

NEW MEDICINES.-
~ Fougera's Compound Iodinized Cod Liver
Oil, five times stronger than any other
Fougera's Dragees of Pysophosphate of Iron.
the cure of the most obstinate coughs, &c.
We would call attention to these valuable prep
arations, never before offered in this market.
The Cod Liver Oil has shown itself, by actual
experience here, to be one of the most efficient
remedies known for the cure of Consumption,
Bronchitis, &c. For sale by
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june4-tf Druggists.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23

The attention of the public generally, and par
ticuIary of producers, is called to the advertise
ments of Messrs. Mcclure s. Bumgardner They
will pay cash or exchange groceries, &C., for
country produce. If you have any grain, &C.,
for sale, or wish to buy fertilizers farming nipple
Iments groceries, &C., call them at their ware
house near the American Hotel
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23

The health of the Hon. John Bell is gradual
ly falling His mind is still clear, but the ex-
haustion of his physical system is extreme. He
resides near the Cumberland Iron Works, in
Tennessee, which were formerly a source of
immense revenue to him. But the war wreck
ed his fortune, health, and social and political
reputation, and the old man is passing away
from generation with which it is his misfortune
that he has no sympathies
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23

* enuine German Cologne,
u Distilled Rose Water,
Flavoring Extracts,
English Pomades,
English Hair, Nail and Tooth Brushes,
Aromatic Dentaline for the Teeth,
Fragrant Sozodont for the Teeth, Il
Creole Hair Gloss for sale by .--st-l1
DIR. WAYT s. BRO,
iulv16-tf - TruUoictc
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23
Richmond Produce Market.
Carefully Corrected by W. D. Tompkins & Bro.
General Commission Merchants,
BASIN BANK, RICHMOND, VA.
Special Notices.

4 Necessity Suppied.-There existed
a necessity for such a remedy as
WILLS SOLUTION BLENNORRHAGE
in the trade to meet an urgent demand. All that
is required of patients now is to use it following
directions strictly. See advertisement. =
July 23-1m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23

Mr.. WIN. CARROLL, som of Mr.. Jacob Carroll,
decd, died in San Francisco, Cal, on the 18th of
June last, at the age of 40 years. He was born
and reared in this place, and removed to Califor-
MIA some II or Is years since, where he made
many warm friends. He leaves brother In
Lynchburg-John w. Carroll-and large num-
Der of relatives and friends in this county to la
ment his death.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23

Registration in Augusta closed last Saturday
evening, concluding with the districts of Church
vile, Mt. Sidney, and Mt Scion. Registration
at these three districts was as follows:
Churchville,-whites3 46: blacks, 96-442
Mt. Sidney 1862; 4l-4O3.
Mt. Solon- I" 1853; 54-407.
This makes the number registered in the coun-
ty 4,6e0-3, 484 whites and ,206 negroes-white
majority 2278.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1867-07-23

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To all who desire it, he will send copy of the
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vertiser in sending the Prescription, is to benefit
the afflicted, and spread information which he
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sufferer will try his remedy, as it will cost them
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Parties wishing the prescription will please ad-
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D Main Street, STANTON, VA,
dealers in
DRUGS, MEDICINES, CHEMICALS,
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Fine Hair and Tooth Brushes.
Ng~ Physicians Prescriptions carefully COM
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Medicines warranted genuine and of the best
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, 1867-03-01

this way for some time. l stood in this
position for nearly half an hour, sinking
down deeper in the mud every minute,
until the water reached my chin. / held
my children as high as possible above
water until | felt my legs being cramped
with the cold. I said to the eldest, is
there any help coming, Fred? Wave
my wa~lking-stick, for I am sinking down
in the mud Presently the boy said,
Father, "a man is swimming to US, and
we shall be saved.' On looking round |
saw a brave young fellow pIunging through
the ice towards me. The youngest child
would not let go her hold of NE at first
but ultimately | got her on this young
mans back. He swan off with her to a
boat that was now making its way tow
ards us. When the boat came near enough
| helped the boy in, and seized the side of
the skif, fearing if l got in that it might
60 over with me. | held on in this man
ner till we got to the bank. Numbers of
them had sunk out of sight long before.
In rendering my grateful thanks to those
persons who rendered me assistance, | do
not include that one of the Royal HUI
name Society's men who, although pro-
vided with a rope and corks, refused to
attempt onr rescue, declaring, in answer
to the appeals that were made TO him,
that che could do no good for u.s."
One incident is worth recording. A
large black Newfoundland dog, which ac-
~companied its master on the ice, managed
to get back on shore. The dog has never
quilted the ground skirting the water,
nor have the police been able to drive it
away. SERGEANT Neal, 9 II, has on three
occasions bought food for it, but the poor
dog has refused it.
, 1867-03-01
CHIVALROUS LETTER FROM THE
EMPEROR NAPOLEON.

The Emperor Napoleon has addressed
a letter, Of which the following is a trans
~lation, to Lord Hood -
"PaIace of the Tuilleries, Jan, 30, 1867.
"Sir,-I learn with regret, from your
letter, that the tombs of the English off
GERS killed at the battle of Toulouse are
in a state of decay. Soldiers who fall on
a foreign land belong to that land, and it
is the duty of all to honour their memo
ry. l shall take upon myself the expense
of repairing these tombs. Receive the
assurance Of my sentiments.
NAPOLEON"
Ibid, January 81.
, 1867-03-01

~tortion. A certain Baron Ulm had been
induced by a girl whom he accidentally
met to promise either TO marry her or 10
give 100000. After a few months ac-
quaintance he introduced her TO his family,
who were living at Freiburg, in Baden
and she was at first kindly received as his
future wife. AS soon, however, as the
pecuniary transaction that had passed
between them became known, tie scene
changed. The young lady was driven
away with violence from the home Of her
intended husband, and his family sued
her for extOrti0n and fraud, at The same
time applying TO the authorities for a de-
claration that the baron was an imbecile
and incapable of managing his own affairs.
AT the trial two medical witnesses were
called, who declared that they considered
Baron Ulm 10 be non SAL mentis cOmpOS;
and although their testimony was severe
ly shaken by the counsel for the defence,
the three judges-who in Austria perform
the functions of jury as we'll as judges
found the young woman guilty of extor-
ton (although not of fraud), and sentenc-
ed her to six months Imprisonment with
hard Iabour. Admitting the imbecility of
Ulm, his promise to pay 10,000A. was
also anuulled by them. Baron Ulm APP
peared as a witness at the trial; his be-
haviour was perfectly rational. The de-
fects in the Austrian law which became
apparent on this occasion are that there is
no such thing as a commission de Mnatic0
inquirend0; that medical witnesses cannot
be called for the defence in such cases
and that the medical witnesses who give
evidence on these occasions are not indie
pendent physicians, but are off ;ially en-
gagged and permanently attached to The
Criminal Court of Justice for all medico-
legal cases.
The other trial was that of a very
young and delicate-looking musician, Mar
cher by name, an hautboiSt at one of the
minor theatres, who had committed a
most atrocious murder upon a man to
whom he owed a trlf1ing sum of money.
At the trial he appeared to be insane,
either refusing to answer the questions
put to him or giving absurd replies, and
demeaning himself generally in an extra
VACANT manner. The only medical wit
ness called In this case was the surgeon
of the prison in which Marcher was con-
fined, who declared the mans insanity to
be simulated. He was sentenced, in con-
sideration of his youth and previous good
character, to Is years imprisonment with
hard labour. After the trial was over it
appeared that a sister of the murderer
had been an inmate of a Iunatic asylum
for some years, and that the symptoms of
her insanity are very similar TO those dis
played by the young man On his trial.
Ibid.
, 1867-03-01
s. Me"AlAb,
AGENT FOR ROYAL INSURANCE
COMPANY FOR FIRE & LIFE
IN ST. CROIX. !,
w. @;A@eb..1,
SUB-AGENT IN FREDERIKSTED.

the last American mail. The steamer
Fashion was burnt, and of 400 persons on
board more than 800 lives were lost, the
safety of 80 Of the passengers only hav-
ing thus far been accounted for.
The accident occurred when the vessel
was about seven miles above Baton
Rouge, the fire being caused by sparks
from the chimney. 1t spread with such
rapidity that the efforts to check it were
Of no avail. and the boat and passengers
had to be abandoned to their fate. The
Fashion had on board 2,7OO bales of cot
ton, which added to the fury of the flames.
The cotton continued 10 burn after the
steamer had been run upon a bank. The
boat itself foated off soon after and burn
ed to the waters edge. The cabin pas
sengers on board numbered over one nun
dred. The deck passengers were nearly
all negroes. They leaped wildly into the
water, and very few, if any of them, were
saved. The people, to escape the flames,
ran backwards and forwards, scarcely
knowing whittier, until driven into q more
compact mass, when they would leap
overheard and perish. The pilot, Thomas
Montague, remained at his post until
driven off by the flames, whom he walked
to the stern and was not seen afterwards.
Mr.. Falrchld, the engineer, stuck TO the en-
gIne until II was too late to escape, and
persisted in the flames. The steward and
second mate were also lost. Capt. Pratt
saved several ladies by wading waist deep
Into the river, putting them into a yawl,
and padding it with a portion of the state
room blinds. The ladies were from MIS-
slssippi. Capt. Pratt was almost dead
from exhaustion, but finally succeeded in
reaching Baton Rouge. Mr.. Hastings,
the mate, leaped into the water, and
reached the shore by swimming. A lady
passenger threw her three children into
the river and then leaped after them.
The mother and one of the children were
afterwards rescued, but the two other
children were seen no more. The panic
on board the steamer was fearful Ibid.
, 1867-03-01
EXTRAORDINARY TRIALS IN
VIENNA,

Two sensation" trials have taken place
lately, which excited the attention of the
public in the highest degree, the more es-
pecially as they exposed a serious defect
in the Austrian law concerning the i'm
portant question de Mnatico inquirendo.
The first case was that of q criminal
action brought against a young girl by the
family of a nobleman for fraud and ex-
, 1867-03-01

m Ii parties having accounts, contracted
MA since the 18th November last, against
the estates Solitude, Coakley Bay, Green
Quay, Granard & Diamond and Profit &
S%panishtown, are requested TO render the
same, before the end of this month, to the
undersigned.
w. II. HEYLIGER.
St. Croix 21st February 1867.
, 1867-03-01
BURNING OF A STEAMER.-LOSS
OF THREE HUNDRED LIVES.

Particulars of a most appalling disaster
on the Mississippi river were brought by
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-12-11
NJ A RRTED.

At vinton Iowa, on Wednesday, Dec. 4, Mr.. ALDEN
NJ. WHITE, OF the Benton County Neios, to Miss
HATTIE A., daughter Of A. o. Patterson, formerly
OF Pheasant Ridge.
Most excellent and highly appreciated young friend,
we congratulate you warmly on the matrimonial en-
terprise y.u have engaged in. ALDEN was once our
Satan, but better devil" ever linked roller
painted female Indian. Tie "boys" 1--WE are all
boys, ApE.) including your pet Maltese, wish you
health, prosperity and many little White folks al
circumstances may present
Mr.. d. HARRINGTON. of Grand Meadow, to Miss
ANN N. BURNHAM. of Farmersburgh.
Also, by the same Mr. MARSHALL l.. MARSH to
Mrs. AD.LAtDE X. MARSH, both Of Giard.
With these notices we received the sweetest and
most ornamental bridal cake that ever greeted a
sanctum. II the brides pleasant through life
as were the presents to this oficeand hope they
will always remember that Kindness is the strorg
arm of Womans Power-there will be at least two
happ, families in clayton County. s.
At McGregor, Dec. 4th, Mr. OSCAR BURDICK to
Miss FANNIE. daughter OF Frank Munson, Esq, o,
this City. fe--
The marriage was solemnzcd at A. NJ. by Rev. s.
p. sloan in presence of few wtnesses-the friends
of both parties were too numerous to invite. except
the use Of the Masonic Block entire, had been ten-
dered by the Square and Level gents of the m, 8.
tic tie. We referred last week to this interesting
event. Gregor McGregor and Miss Alice Hammer
were the attendants. The party went to Milwaukee
on the early train: stopped at waukegan-hada time,
of course: saw Chca 20 at The Sherman House. The
attendants returned thence-the principals gong TO
st Louis-arfiving at hon Tuesday Of this
week, II they are not happy pair, it is not our
fault. God knows they have the best wishes OF This
office. De good &C..
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-12-11
ANDREW JOHNSON.
Washington, Dec. 8, 1867.

, The Louisiana black-and-tan conven.
ton which convened on Saturday last, en-.
braces in its composition much greater
quantity of black than of tan, and larger
quantity Of both than the kindred assem-
bly, in Alabama. In the latter, there are
only sixteen Ethiopeaps Of full blood. In
the former, there are fifty or sixty. The
preliminary caucus was composed of forty
four gentlemen from Congo, Ashantee,
Dahomey, and other interesting places on
the western coast" and of twenty white
men from Massachusetts, Boston, and the
Freedmen's bureau. The Ashantee and
Dahomey gentlemen. being largely in the
majority, propose to select for officers Of
the convention persons Of their own race.
This is rs it ought to be. In organizing
Dahomey in the south, it is appropriate
that the gentlemen from Dahomcy should
sustain the leading parts Chicago Times.