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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

The Radical presses, having in reality no
fault to find with the temper tone, or state
ments of Gen. Lee and those who signed with
him the letter in reply to the inquiries of Gen.
Rosecrans, are directing their batteries against
Gen. r. for asking for the information which
he obtained.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
Distressing Accident.

A little son of Maj. Myers, decd, in Shen
andoah county, picked up an old gun, which
was supposed not to be loaded, pointed it at
his little sister, playfully telling her to look,
that he was going to shoot her. Unfortunately
the gun was loaded, was discharged, and killed
his little sister Immediately. Persons should
keep firearms carefully out of the way of little
children
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

1t would now appear from intelligence from
the Southern States that the cotton crop will
fall below expectation The area planted was
less than usual; but, until the last few weeks,
the hope was INDUCED of large yield per acre.
This hope is now dissipated by excessive rains
and attacks by the boil worm.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

The SEAY-LAW OF VIRGINIA expires by
limitation on the lst Of next January. The
original act, passed March Cd, 1866, was opera
tive until January LIST, 1868, but on March I'd,
1861 another act was passed amendatory of
the first, and extending its operation to JAN
uarY lst. 1869.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

The Commissioner OF Internal Revenue de-
cides that the special license tax which the re-
cent act Of Congress imposes upon distiers of
brandy from apples and peaches is $500;
which amounts, of course, to suppression of
all legitimate distillation of brandy and will
cause the loss of millions of revenue
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

The corn crop in the lower Valley is reported
to be short in consequence of drought The
fruit crop in the Valley has been almost tota
failure. Last year it was very abundant.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

The price of one day work each week is ia
ken from all mechanics and laboring- men to
pay for the support of idle negroes in the South
and other Radical eztravaganees. How long
will they continue to support such Q party?
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

On Thursday night last, in the Courthouse
in Abingdon, Washington county, Va, COL
John B. Baldwin, of this place, delivered an
able public address.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

A despatch from Augusta, Georgia, Sept
9Th, says that the particulars of the murder of
two white men at Thomson, by negro show
1t to have been unprovoked. The negro split
open the skull of one with an axe while his
back was turned The colored people in the
neighborhood captured and hung the murderer
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

The national debt-the Radical legacy-if
piled in dollars, one row up, would be three
hundred and ninety eight miles high!
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

Mr.. Jno. NJ. Brosius of Liberty, Bedford
county, has invented new coupling for Rail-
road cars which is fastened by the cars them
selves. and which becomes unfastened if the
engine or any car should be thrown off the
track,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

Congress appropriated $4,000 to meet the
expenses of the impeachment trial Thus the
money goes, and the burden of taxation is thus
unnecessarily increased.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
II VNaCE.-On and after this date, all person

NJ U,EaC ai.-On and after this date, all persons
~ are forbidden to hunt, or commit trespass
Of any kind on the grounds Of tho Institution of
D. D. & B. Those failing to observe this notice
will be delt with according to law
To well disposed persons mere suggestion as
regards hunting would seem to be sufficient,
SINCE it is well known that the occupants ofthose
grounds are For the most part persons, who can
not hear. and cannot see, whose freedom on the
grounds is of course largely curtailed ~ those
acting thoughtlessly in this matter.
1t is, moreover, respectfully asked that the
drivers Of fast horses will rein them up little ON
the road around the buildings, to give the deaf
and the blind time to step out of the way.
C. COFELl.
sen 15-4t Principal
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

Charles, little boy about / years Of age
son of Mr.. A. Fl. Elan of Liberty, Bedford
county, while playing with pistol, shot him
self through the hand inAicting very painful
wound. This furnishes another illustration Of
the importance Of keeping firearms out of the
reach of children.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

In the recent revival in the Methodist Church
in Liberty. Bedford county, "a persons pro-
fessed conversion,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

Though $1,000, 900 have been raised by
taxes since the war, yet the national credit is
lower in the markets of the world than that of
Austria, or Turkey, or the South American
Republics, for while the bonds Of these Gov
ernments are at or near par, those of the Uni
ted States sell from 70 to 70. ''The best Gov
eminent in the world, is at present the worst
administered 1t suggests the couple of Pope ;
For forms Of Government, let fools contest,
That which is best administered is best"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
Wells. Governor so-called.

After stating the fact that Gov. Wells ap-
peared in Alexandria as counsel against the
State Of Virginia, the Norfolk Virginian says
There never was such spectacle as this
before in all the long, proud years Of Virginia S
history, and we trust that we shall never again
have a hungry carpet Dagger in the chair which
has been adorned by the wisest and best Of our
own people.
Only think that man like this fellow should
be seated in the place once adorned by Jeffer-
son, a Randolph, Giles, and farewell! !
And, thinking this latter fact ever. swear to
stand ready to vote down Wells and his party
when the day Of election comes
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
EsooKs AND sTArE merry

A large stock of English
Latin Greek and French
School Books; good assortment
Miscellaneous Books
Blank Books, Pass hooks,
Pass Books, Diaries, Cap.
Letter and Aote Paper
Drawing and Tissue Paper,
Bristol Boards, States,
Slate Washers, Slate Pencils,
Lead Pencils, Pocket Knives,
Perforated Paper, Portfolios,
Music Portfolios,
Bank Checks and Negotiable Notes,
Check BOOKS, Scrap Books, Wrapping Paper,
Paper Bags, Steel Pens, Penholders, Stationers'
Rubber, Gum Bands, Paper Fasteners, Black,
Blue Purple and Red Ink, Ink Stands Back
Sand, Sand Boxes. Rulers, Paint Boxes Paint
Brushes Court Plaster, Tooth Picks, Indelible
Ink, colored and white Chalk Crayons, Linen
and Paper Irvine, Photograph Albums, Bibles
and Testaments, Prayer Books, LYNN Books,
Sunday School Books, Sunday School Cards
and Tickets, and Small Cloth Lined Tags All
at LOW EST PRICES.
cap15--tf RORT COW \
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

1t is reported in English journals that the
Rev. Mr.. Spurgeon has engaged himself to
make lecturing tour through this country du-
ring the present fall. No doubt Mr.. Spurgeon
would be successful here.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

GALE of a desirable little Farm
y near Waynesb oro By virtue of deed of
trust, executed to the subscriber on the Slst of
July, in the year 1857, by Jonathan Faber and
Evena NJ. his wife, for the purpose of raising q
debt of two thousand dollars, secured by that
deed to William Brook, but now due to Elvra
A. Brooks by assignment, with interest from 3lst
day of July, 1868, till paid, 1 will on the sixth
day of October next on the premises, proceed to
sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, a
tract ofabout sixty-seven acres of well improved
and valuable land near Waynesboro', adjoining
the lands of II. L. Gallagher and Others, well wa,
tered and with very comfortable improvements
thereon for small family,
TERMS One fourth of the purchase money
payable IN cash, the balance in equal instalments
ofsix, twelve and eighteen months, bond and
good security to be given for the deferred install
ments and lien retained on the land as ultimate
security. Possession for fall seeding to be given
at once SO as not to injure growing crops. Pos
session of the house and full possession of the
place to be given soon as the crops to be gath
cred before Christmas, are taken off and secured.
Acting as trustee, | will only warrant Specially,
though believing the title unquestionable
THOS. J. NICHE.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

L AND FOR SALE.-As agent of Mary II.
Ia Hartman, 1 offer for sale tract of land
containing la acres, situated on Smoky Row
Run, about six miles Southwest of Staunton.-
The land is of good quality and under good fen
cling. The improvements consist of a small house.
Any wishing to purchase can examine for them
selves. IA, y 81. 49,. .i.:,..-
If not sold privately before Thursday, October
10th, 1863 it will on that day be sold publicly
Terms will be made accommodating.
J. s. WRIGHT Agent.
au11-Hagerstown Mail and Lancaster 1ntelli-
gencer copy ids and send bills to this Office ~
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
WO7ltS!

WANTED.-Four or five white WOMEN
w without lncum brance willing and compe-
tent to work, IN the Laundry of the Western Iu
matte Asylum Home will be made comfortab ,
and wages good. 90; y - - : : i
sepS-3t SAM'L A. HOSHOUR, Steward.
4 GENTS! AGENTS AGENTSii
IA WANTED Ladies' and Gentlemen in ey!
cry town ana city ~ the United States, to act as
AUSTIN 6 cos
Great One Dollar Sale.
we are now selling great variety of rich and
valuable goods, consisting of Dry Goods, Gold
and Silver Watches, Carpets, Furniture Silver
Plated Ware, Cutlery, Fine Jewelry, Sewing
articles wanted in every family, for ONE DOL
Lar EACH, which cannot be purchased in any
retail store for twice that sum. -
Our Inducements to Agents are greater than
any other House in the Trade Send for descrin.
tive checks in clubs of ten for ST., thirty for So.
nifty for 20, larger ones in the same ratio Cir:
culars, giving full information sent free of
charge Parties DESTROYS of acting as Agenta
Will se NJ N clubs and receive in return for tia
Silver Watch, WoQlen Carpet, Sewing Machine
web OF Cotton, and various other valuable ar
tcies In proportion to the size of the club
Address, AUSTIN g. CO.,
sepl-4t LOG Summer street, Boston, Mass.
II desire to purchase the Notes of the following
Il Banks, and also the Certificates of Deposites
and any other claims which parties may have
against the same: The old Valley Banks of
Winehester aad e GGhrSta9 7I va
Staunton, Va.
Mg~ Christansburg Southwest and Winchester
Times copy 4w and send bills to this office for
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES at the Fair
- Grounds; Carpenters, Horses, Carts, and
Hands. Good wages given: Apply Immediately
to VIM A. PRATT
sep0-3t Engineer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
a COpy-Teste,
Sep 15-4ts JAMES F. PATTERSON,
EohO1s Rall & Catlett ~ a. Clerk

r AND AT SALE.--In pursuance of deed
Ia of trust executed to me by William s.
Hanger and wife. dated 23rd of March, 1861. l
will proceed on the premises, on
SATURDAY. THE 10TH day Of OCTOBER
next, to sell at public sale to the highest bidder
a tract of land in said county, on the waters of
Christians Creek, about six miles from Staunton
in the possession of j. Wayne Splitter, and con-
tanning about 3O4 acres. The land is OF good
quality, in fine cultivation, and the improve
ments are excellent, and it is altogether, a very
desirable estate.
TERMS Costs of sale in hand; balance in
equal instaments at six, twelve and eighteen
months, bearing interest, with good personal Sc
security, and retaining title;
sepl5-4t NICHO. X. TROUT, Trustee
NOR SALE.-HOUSE AND LOT IN MT.
Il SOLON-Under deed of trust executed
to me by Joseph Messersmith and wife, | will
sell to the highest bidder, in Mt. Scion, on
THURSDAY, THE STH OF OCTOBER next,
a house and lot in said town, owned and occupied
by said Messersmth. 1t is a desirable locality
for mechanic and comfortable residence.
TERMS Costs of sale in hand, balance in equal
ipstaments at SIX, and twelve months, bearing
Interest, purchasers Is, give bond and security
and title to be retained
sepl5-tds NICHO: \. TROUT,
Trustee
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
ROBT. COWAN.

VIRGINIA AT Rules held in the Clerks
' office of the Court of Hastings for the Town
Of Staunton. the It'll day of September, 1868:
The Virginia insnrnnce Company, Plaintiff
AGAINST
Charles 7. O Ferrall and Defendants
The object of this Suit is to recover, from the
Defendants, a Debt for Two hundred and TWEEN.
ty-eight dollars and seven cents with interest
from September 18th, 1866, and dollar
and lightweight cents, charges of protest, due
by protested negotiable note.
And, it appearing by affidavit, that the deten-
dant, Samuel G. Luddington, is not resident of
appear here within one month after due pubca-
ton of this notice, and do what is necessary to
protect his interest
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
GALE OF LAND.-Having gone into an
NJ athar hI,Si ] 1afc,r for L.

~ other business, offer for sale, on
Friday SEPTEMBER 18TH 1868,
my PORTION of the real estate of my father, Da-
vid McCray, dee d, one tract of 30 acres. con-
ssts of that choice land in front of the mansion
house, extending to Walkers Creek The other
tract, of near so acres, with a small house
and good orchard, and about one half in tmbeI,
lies west OF said mansion house, has been lately
laid off, and will be sold on good terms, and
without membranes
Sale to take place on the premises, at II clock,
a. m DAVID A. McCRAY.
cart1
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

"ANTED 500 bushels Of good CHAIs=
800 bushels of good Charcoal delivered at my
Foundry. w. A. BURKE,
sep15-tf Burke's Iron Works,
SfoY,, W
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
YVHE HIDDEN HAND,
MRS. SOUTHWORTH'S
Great Story,

Is being RE-PUBLISHED in the New York
LEDGER. INTERESTING AND EXCITING
The principal scenes in this thrilling story are
located in and near Staiintop. For sale ct the
Post Office, by JOHN A. NOON
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

SftIC..AGtculAOn DkdCA.
l. SMITHS.-By virtue of deed of trustee,
executed by VIM. Dunlap and wife, on the 10Th
of June, 1860, recorded in the Clerks Qfica IF
Augusta County Court, the undersigned, as SUBJ
stituted trustee, will proceed upon the premises
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER THE 9TH, 1865
to sell certain tract of land containing about
seven 90 acres, lying on the north side of the
Parkersburg road, about two miles West of the
village of West View in Augusta county. This
property has upon it good log dwelling house
containing from to rooms, kitchen and all
necessary out-houses and stable. Also first
rate Blacksmith shop and Coal Shed, frst-rate
garden and an orchard.
This is fine stand for blacksmith with we'll
established business of many years standing.
TERMS OF sALE-One-fourth in hand and bal
ance in six, twelve eighteen and twenty-four
months with interest from date. Bonds with good
security will be required for the deferred pay
ments and lien on the property.
Sale to commence at II o'clock.
II. n BELL, Trustee.
aug4-tds
The above sale is postponed to Wednesday,
o. Oul
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
IVirginia's love for the Union.

"I could not love thee, dear, SO much,
Loved I not honor more"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
4 DEMONSTRATORS SALE.-As q

4 DMINsSTRATOH'S SALE.-As adj
N ministrator of VIM. Dunlap, decd [ will
proceed, at his late residence, Immediately after
the sale of the real estate advertised by II. NJ.
Bell. trustee, on
to sell the pers6nai Estate Of SAID VIM: DGffap.
decd, consisting of BLACKSMITHfS TOOLS,
the usual Household and Kitchen Furniture,
CoOk-stove, Cow, &c.
Terms of Sale.-For sums of $40 and under,
Cash; over that sum, six months for negotiable
notes, we'll endorsed.
The creditors of the estate are requested to at
tend the sale with the evidences of their claims,
as this is the only means of paying their debts.
JAMES l.. DUNLAP,
administrator of VIM. Dunlap, decd.
aug11-tds
The aboye sale is postponed TO Wednesday,
September 23d 1868 60 80 - =!
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
AUCTION Sales.

~ Sale Oh Lnree separate
l. FARMS IN NELSON COUNTY.-By
sell at public auction, on the
SEVENTH DAY OF OCTORER 1853
at the residence of Capt. John Boiler Coles that
very valuable and well-known farm on Rockfsb
River, situate II miles Southeast of the town of
Waynesboro, and u South of Alton. a denot ON
the Va. O. K r., now owned and occunied nv
said Capt Coles, containing 43O acres-14O Of
which are good river and creek low grounds =
$50 acres of said tract is in timber of original
growth. A comfortable dwelling containing five
rooms and good basement, well of good wa
ter IN the yard and all necessary out houses. be-
ing one OF the most desirable farms in the COUNTY
Also at the same time and place, farm of
3S9 acres, Immediately adjoining the said
Capt Coles belonging to James M. Harris ESQ
-150 acres being good low grounds, a plentiful
supply of good timber and water, small tene-
ments and good supply of Tobacco Houses
BY competent persons this is considered the best
farm in the county ,e--| - 80
We will also sell at at the house of Hope w.
Massie, on the 9th day of October, 1868. farm
OF 278 2o-l6O, belonging to said Massie situate or
I've River, withiE half a mile of the Tyro Mills.
and within IL miles of Arlington Depot on the
orange q Alexandria Railroad to which point
is good graded road.
Upon this farm are SO acres of yery fine Low
grounds. The dwelling, frame, two stories high
with rooms.
Terms of sale of the foregoing farms liberal
requiring only one-third in cash. the balance in
two equal annual payments with interest, Cen
temen wishing to view the lands. will please cal
ON the proprietors, who will take pleasure liz
waiting upon them.
LOBBAN IL WOOD, Land Agents.
SeDS-tQS GharlOttn.villa Va
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15
DUBLIC sALE..Will he sold at auction

GDU BLU SALE.-WIII he sold at auction
Il TUESDAY,, SEPTEMBER 22ND, 1868
at my residence near Waynesboro',
horses, 2 colts, milch cows, frstrate young
cattle, q fine lot of hogs, No two horse wag.
on and harness. and all of my Farming Imple
ments, which are new; my crop of corn standing
in the field (about 20 acres a fine lot of hay,
No; cider MILL a lot Of vinegar, copper kettle,
cooking stove, together with all of my House
hold and Kitchen Furniture
Terms "A credit of nine months on al sums
over $l0-under, cash.
sepS-2t# T uAPDEN
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

IL sell at public auction, in front of Peck g.
Cushing,s auction rooms on FRIDAY, SEP
TEMPER 18TH, 1868, at the hour of 4 p NJ,
the House and Lot at present occupied by me,
on the South side of the Fifty-foot street. leading
to the StauRton Nursery.
TERMS. -One-fourth within 30 days from the
day Of sale, the balance, secured by negotiable
notes, IN two equal annual payments, with inter-
est payable annually
WILL also, offer for sale at the same time the
lot with the frame, containing about one acre Sit
uated opposite to the above described property.
before the day of sale upon reasonable terms.
ORLANDO SMITH,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

Sept. 70 tbs y. q 4. r. H.
Rock. Register, TIagerstown Mail Chambers
burg Valley Spirit, and National Intelligencer
Weekly copy and send bills to this office.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-09-15

O0O SHEEP FOR SAEE.-The I'M
OUU dersigned will have at Staunton, on
Dext Thursday, 300 FAT AND STOCK SHEEP
for sale-nG Indifferent ones in the lot. A sale Of
the entire lot together is desired ,,onu>r
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1868-06-12
Hope On.

Why fpeak so ssd Of days gone bv.
And Why that IooA Of sorrow,
Chase bodk The ,hs, dims ,t;oa
Aud hope 10; joy TO morrow.
i"e sAy That seem. 70 dark aud dreor.
ASH Tressgirg 'Luoder,
Ihe 'un's brigh, rays will render cIe,,
And cuf.t those clouds esunder.
"e woods hist no" are bright opd gree,
"'fe ohce al dark and dresry,
No fes'b'r.d songst.r c,sced lie scs,s
"'o '' w's s"d snd weary.
Bot now the trees are preen md
A"d sll bespesk Of el.dness;
Ihr" look towards a Brighter day.
And chase sway thy sadness.
Then. i''hy LOT on esrih be dart
And no kind fri nj b.n..rt,..
""h'" my breast 'hou'ii find sp,tk
10 com'or and 10 cheer ,hee;
F" speak not sad Of days gone by.
D'pel 'hy iook- o. sorrow,
O'''se back the iears iha, dim thine ,,e
ana hope for rs to.mor,ow.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1868-06-12

AFFLcTi n H. he intercourse Of soc;,
'is. d Is by ilt'le sc's OF wstcLfdl kindo,s
f'r""l"g daily and hourly and rpuor,uri,i,,
81 doi' Kindness il sought for, that s,e f.,
ever starting up-hsS By ~ord.. by tones.
ny gestures, by ioyks-ihs, a II. c,iou l. (. !.
"'r' p'ere's'd. tie ~io n.rlec,s N, Sc ri
n's, ye' b"'s's that ~hsmv.r great ssc,,
nee 's CALI q fsr he sholfbr, resdy 10 max.
- WIN rarely be loved. The ,lik.Ihocd i
'ha' he viii not make il. srd, il he does. il
w'Ii b. much rather ioi III, own s,k. ,h.n
Ior his neighbours.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1868-06-12

u5 Ar'emus Ward lad on sdveo,u,e I,
B's'sn which resulted - follows:
lr'tu'"d in The hss cart part wsy. A
o"ofy clrl in .psc'sc,,s sot pesr mo fe,li,
Young msn how much he reminded her .,
'""rg msn che u.ed to know in WaIhsm
ro"'y sron 'he young man got out, and .mil
'"s N seductive Gannner. | said to The
gi'l in spec.
Don l"m'nd you of some one you used
knoap
fss,' .he said you remind me Of one
m'n' bu' he WIS cent 10 The pen,ten,isry fer
''e''n o'frei o' ma, kersI; he died there
% co.clood you sint him,
SO dIdn't pursoo the convrrsstion.