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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
A Snotted Militia.

] The new constitution provides for the enroll
ment in common, of men Of all colors, and al
lows white men to be differed and commanded
by negroes. fit shall be adopted, we will
therefore, see white men forced into the ranks
with the blacks; and both together. in many
cases, commanded by General Pompey Smash
with sable hued subalterns. Itwould be anus
ing. if it were not so repulsive and disgustin,-
to see here, what was related to US by any eye
witness in Baltimore few weeks since, as hav-
ing occurred in that city. The captain of a
colored company there drew up his command
in front of the Radical headquarters, and issued
orders in the following style: Halt! now toe
de mark and stan as you is Now, three, chairs
for Judge Bon and de CRATE Republican party
Of Marylan" But, in that case, it was negro
commanding negroes,-to which we have no
particular objection. But, how would white
men like to be differed thus? If they would
revolt at it, let them work to defeat the consti-
tuition that will subject them to such degrade
tion.-Lynch Nrgaian.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
Mongrei Jurors.

This is another mixture prepared in the new
constitution. lift be adopted, We shall not
6n b haye na V sne sDa a eeIsae
ing together, and sleeping in fraternal embrace.
How delightful that will be, especially in dog
days. / little eight by ten room filed with the
odors that age ezhaled by an African in full
health, when the perspirataon Is free, would be
equal to phial of spirits of ammonia to the
unhappy Caucasian, who would not 'hang
jury long under such circumstances. Self:
preservation being the first law of nature he
would agree tc almost any verdict rather than
be confined to the loathsone prison house, with
such associates But this experience, with its
consequences, awaits US if we adopt this inven-
ton of negroes and base white men, Our only
escape from it is to defeat the constitution.
Lauch. Trginian.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
Latest NeaCS u!

LULCSC NC(CS.
Especial to Spectator.)
The following telegram was received at 90
O'Clock last night:
WASHINGTON, May 4, 1868,
Bingham commenced his speech before the
Impeachment court at 124 O clock to-day, and
smoke until nearly four o'clock. There was no
argument in his effort 1t was dlatrlbe on fu-
pitiye slaves, the assassination OF Lincoln and
appeal to passions and vengeance. HIS speech
gave less satisfaction to the Radicals than any
yet delivered by the impeachers, much to I'll the
disappointment of every one OF them. Inc
taken before the meeting of the Chicago Co!l,
yention, but majority of the Republicans VII
endeavor to delay the vote until after a noml-
nation is made. Acquittal stock still nrm-
above par.
There was a lively scene in the Rump, House
this afternoon. Woodbridge introduced a res
olution to appoint committee to investigate
Washburn's charges against Donnelly One Of
the members, (Donnely) if guilty, should DC
expelled and if innocent Washburn snouio De
expelled. .. % y,
committee. during the debate on which, Wind
ham called the House to order for the use Of
the word degrading Spalding was as (
called to order for similar reflection. Dutch
Mullins called Woodbridge to order three
times for using the word "Robber,' and MOI
confnine himself to the resolution. Mullins
remarked that Woodbridge had no right tt
browbeat and use slang words about wrong
members, as he had uttered ''slang:- whang.
Aldridge called Mullins to order amidst roar
of laughter.
The confusion was so great at this point tina
the Speaker was unable to secure order. 4
vote was finally obtained, and Windham' reso
luton was passed almost unanimously us
Friends will doubtless settle their difficulties.
Donnelly asked if it was in order Tor nun am am
Washburn to follow the example OF stanton AMI
Thomas-go out and take drink. Laughter
Roth Radicals and Conservatives objected II
expunging the remarks from the records.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

The Washington Chronicle enumerates a.
mong the subjects of glorifcation at the recen!
results in the elections in the South, that "the
colored people have refused, save in rare cases,
to present themselves as candidates for Office
and that not negro has allowed himself to be
elected to Congress- Truly, in the mouths
of the Radicals, a wonderful event for congrat-
ulation! Are the colored people so stultifed
as not to see the poante Don't they perceive
that White Radicalism at the North, is yet to
be propitiated and soothed?
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

Buffers fame surrounds him with an atrAos.
phere of reproaches wherever he goes. At the
theatre in Washington the other night there
were loud cries of ''Butler" ''Butler!' be-
cause some reference had been made to spoons.
Yesterday, in the Senate Mr.. Nelson declined
to hand document to him unless the Beast
could give some assurance that i. would be re-
turned. AS the assurance was not given, Mr.
Nelson said he would place it in the custody Of
the clerk of the Senate, and thus throw the
risk Of its safety upon that officer. The gold
and silver and other plumber which he amassed
during the war must be considered even by
Butler himself poor recompense for the loss
of character which he has suffered.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

Virginia, peer, bleeding, outraged Virginia,
wde nG Ga sp eI her. ns o ahs OF hr da af
to every one the call comest Let no man be
recreant!
We must defeat the foul instrument called a
CONSTITUTION, which the cupidity of carpet
baggers, tbs stupidity of Bayne, the villainy of
Underwood, and the vicious and grovelling in
stincts of the whole piebald majority, have just
Matched, and now present for ratification
ENQUIRER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
Workingmen Attention

The WILMINGTON Star makes an appeal to
the workingmen efthat city, which we republish
for the benefit of our readers;
WORKINGMEN
Are you ready to acknowledge the negro your
equal? Do you wish to be elbowed out of the
shops by negro mechanics? Do you wish to
toll from sunrise to sunset to make money
enough to pay taxes to be devoted to the edu-
cation Of negro children? Do you wish to see
your wives and children seated in the same car
polls and VOTE AGAINST THE INFA-
NOUS RADICAL CONSTITUTION.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

White people of Virginia rouse to action =
ACT TOGETHER; avoid all divisions, on no mat
ter what issues disregard all caviling objec-
tons stop talking of what may follow; see ne
gro rule and utter ruin staring You in the face.
VOTE DOWN THE CONSTITUTION.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
JAMES e. McGRAW,
AUCTION Sales.
VALUABLE FARM FOR SALE.

Y Executor of Jacob Ruff, dec d, I am author
lied to sell, privately or publicly, the tract of
land on which said Ruff formerly resided
J. Hotchkiss, Esq, 344 acres. about229 acres of
which are cleared, and the residue heavily tim
bered.
The improvements consist of large brick
dwelling house and an excellent barn and out
buildings. There is also second dwelling house
on the farm.
The land is of good quality, well adapted to
grain and grass, with several fine springs and
running streams in various parts of it. and extern
sive and valuable meadows, and two orchards of
choice fruit on it
This farm is situated about 10 miles West of
Staunton, and abont mile North of the Parkers-
burg road, adjoining the Gardner-mill property
and within two or three miles of Swoopes Depot
1t can be conveniently divided into two good
farms. 1
now offer it for sale privately, and if not sold
before August it will then be offered at public
auction on Thursday, the lath day of August
next.
Terms accommodating.
ALEX. H. II. STUART, Executor
ap28-tds of j. Ruff, deceased,
d INTENSIVE SALE OF WAGONS,
"a Harness, Mcclellan Saddles, 60. at Staun.
place, we will sell without reserve, commencing
Wednesday, May Goth, 1885, and continue from
day to day until all is sold Is army wagons, COM
plete; $50 sets harness. lead and wheel; 200 Nc
CloldH OdQuloS, OUU Ileau-nallers QILn-cnalDs
stretehers, SO.
Also large and we'll selected stock of new
work, consisting of buggy and wagon harness
saddles, brides. collars, whips, currycombs blan.
kets brushes, &c.
The attention of wholesale and retail buyers Is
especially called to this (our last) sale at this
point, as we are determined to sell opt
PECK s. CUSHING, WYNN s. CO.
r.. AuctiOneeFs,
ap28-tds Vindicator. Lex. Gazette and Rock,
Register copy and send bills to this Office
VERY FINE ESTATE FOR SALE
The subscribers, acting under deed execu-
ted by B. Davis and wife, offer for sale that large
and desirable tract of land known as the
TURK PLACE"
1t lies on both sides of the South River about
FIVE miles below Waynesboro and adjoins the old
Porterfeld tract.
This tract contains about $40 acres, one half
of which is equal in fertility and beauty to any
land in Augusta county, and the resduelies well
If notsold privately before the 5th day OF An
gust. it will, on that day, be offered at public
| auction, on accommodating terms;
ALEX. H. II. STUART, rau.
% JOHN B. BALnWfN, rPast0es'
opOQ-tdc
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
The Constitution-"So-called."

The Charlottesville Chronicle, speaking OF
the Infamous Constitution, (which we publish
on the outside this week. adopted by the car
pet-baggers and negroes, at Richmond, very
truthfully remarks that 'the inmates of Luz
matte Asylum in the time of the French Revo-
luton would have laughed in derision at such
burlesque on the Revolutionary Philosophy.
Radicalism stands aghast at it. Hunnicutt IS
dumbfoundered All the white radicals but
Porter and Hine have the black vomit, which
is Just what might have been expected when
they took the yellow fever.
The thing is coal black. 1t is an Ebony Con-
stitution, with an Iron>clad Oath, foul with an
adulterated Reputation, which has the stink
without the fertilizing properties of the genuine
article. 1t is not Jamaica, but Hayti-and
Hayti with the felon's ethics as the fundamen-
tai law.
IF you were to take out the oath, it would
leave the State at the mercy of the negroes
IF you take out the oath, they have the Legis-
lature by majority of twenty one on joint bal
lot If you take out the oath, you have all the
whites disfranchised who are disfranchised by
the Constitutional Amendment, and all who
have been militia officers in addition. If you
take out the oath, you have burdensome sys-
tenn of public free schools from which the ne
gro Legislature may, and probably would, ex-
elude the whites, by requiring the white and
black children to attend the same schools 1t
you take out the oath, you have militia in
which the blacks and the whites are to be
brought together on terms of equality. 1t you
take out the oath, you have all your hotels and
public conveyances thrown open to the negroes
on equal terms with the whites. IF you take
out the oath, you have all county officers (some
two hundred in Albemarle) elected by popular
vote; and large majority of the counties east
of the Ridge entirely in the hands Of the ne
groes. IF you take out the oath, you have the
best Of the white citizens incapacitated to sit as
jurors, and every negro in the Commonwealth
qualified to serve in that character. 1t Is ne
gro supremacy aoithout tile oath. With it, it is
unmitigated nonsense.
What aohiite man will be neutral towards such
piece of diabolism? viii any white man
vote for it-eXcept Porter and Hine and White
(lucus non lucendo.H Is Mr.. Thompson 60
ing to vote for this Constitution? He said
when he came back from the Convention, the
white people would then know that they had
misjudged him, and would welcome him as a
sort of Saviour. Will anybody-any white
body-in Albemarle vote for this Constitution
Is thy servant dog that he should do this
thing?
a., IL, L. L. ali
birthright for mess of pottage? who will bite
at the homestead worm? Poor fool, swallow
that hook, and you will land in the frying pan.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

The expeditions manner in which the Abys-
slnian war has been brought to conclusion, by
the British forces, has, naturally enough, def.
fused much satisfaction throughout Great Brit
ain, where it was for long time feared, that
the contest would be expensive and very pro-
tracted. Gen. Napier will reap harvest of
fame. These Napiers are, in their way, great
men. 1t is family name Unidentified with mil
itary skill, daring, and success. We wonder if
the Abyssinians will be made to PAY for the
trouble they have given-and how, and to what
extent?
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
Grinding Taxation

With the heavy burthens already devolved
upon an impoverished people, which tax their
resources to the utmost limit of endurance, the
carpet bag adventures and office-seekers who
lately composed the Convention, have contrived
plan of government that will provide every
member ofthe party with an office and quad:
ripple the cost of our State government. 1t will
be impossible to bear the increased expense Of
this most extravagant form of government and
pay our State debt The result of the adoption
Of the proposed constitution would be repudia-
ton, and the interruption of immigration to our
State People will not invest their means here
where property almost exclusively is taxed tc
support free schools and hordes of of6ce-holders
Property will be taxed out of existence by mer
who are not required to pay one dollar to the
support of the government, as a condition o
suffrage. Let the property holders take warn
ing in time and labor to defeat this agrariar
constitution. -Lynch. Nirgintaa
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
NeaC Advertisements.

N. B. HENDRY has just returned from the
East with the cheapest and best assorted stock of
goods he has ever offered in this market. He of
fers his thanks to all former patrons for their very
liberal favors and promises to spare no pains in
the future to merit continuance of the same,
and share of the public patronage generally
His stock consists in part of
LADIES DRESS GOODS
Challies, .Delaines, Poplins, Lawns, Alpacas
Lustres Silks Grenadines, Swiss Muslins and a
full stock Of White Goods Best prints sc.
MILLINERY GOODS.
Mrs. B. E. Hudson, lady we'll known for her
experience in the business, has charge of this
branch and will take pleasure in showing all
goods in her line to her old friends, and supply
ing the wants of all who may favor her with q
call
HATS, BOOTS AND SHOES.
Gents fine Shoes and Boots Boys, Children 5
and Misses Shoes Ladies' kid, morocco, calf,
and lasting boots, of Baltimore make, warranted
to please.
Gloves and Hosiery in great variety.
A full line Of Domestic Cotton Goods, CASH
meres, SatlnetS and Jeans.
GROCERIES, .-
A complete stock at very low fgpres.
Hardware TiIWare, WoQdenWare, &c Cum
berland and Anthracite Goal for sale.
Va The highest prices paid in goods or cash
for country produce. =. Is. HEN URY,
mays corner store opposite Va. Hotel.
TEMPLE OF FASHION!
Mrs. X. M. Kelley
has just returned and is now opening one of the
largest and finest assortments of
MILLINERY AND FANCY GOODS
ever brought to this market, which she is prepa-
red to sell at wholesale and retail.
Her slccl- las been carefully selected. and con-
sists of all the novelties of tie Sesscn-Real and
Imitation Valenciehnes and Gluny Lace Sets and
Handkerchief; Lace Point Wrappings and Par
asol Covers, Satin PiPings, Plaits, Gimps, Erin
ges, and other Novelties in Dress Trimmings
Machine Silk and Cotton of all colors elegant
Point ALPACA +sees; FEssns, Parasols, etc. Also
aa srt SUogss m sso agnt for Mad
anne Demorest,s DRESS PATTERNS and Pat
terms for Children, and receive new supplies ev-
cry month. Orders FROM the country promptly
attended to.
n B. Opening of Summer Bonnets and Wrap
pings will take place May 9th, 10 o'clock, A. NJ.
may5-3t X. M. KELLEY,
IVER p DOL 8 A LIT!
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

THE man who can REGISTER and hesitates
to do so, is like one who refuses to snatch a life
preserver when threatened with SHIPWRECK.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

Hon. VIM. G. Rives, died at his residence
in Albemarle county, on the 25th inst, aged
rs years. Mr.. Rives studied law and politics
under the directions of Thos. Jefferson, was a
member of the Va. Legislature, representing
Albemarle and Nelson CO. In 1923 he was
elected to Congress, where he served three sue
cessful sessions, in 1929, he was appointed
Minister to France by President Jackson, on
his return in 1882, he was elected U. s. Sena-
tor, which position he resigned in 1884, and
was reelected in 1885 and served till 1916. In
lS49, he was again appointed Minister to
France and returned in 1858, when he, for the
first time, retired from public life. In 1861,
Mr.. Rives was one of the five commissioners
sent from Virginia to the peace Congress at
Washington, and was afterwards member of
the Confederate Provisional Congress during
the war;
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

The man who REFUSES to OPPOSE the
Constitution practically votes to impose PER-
PETUAL NEGRO RULE upon his neighbors.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

The declared purpose Of the suffrage section
of the proposed Constitution is to ensure for
the negro party good working majority. -
White people of Virginia. strike blow to avert
such destructive fate by VOTING AGAINST
TIE CONSTITUTION
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
Tightly IMPORTANT TO THE

LII LADIESl-Mrs. P. Scherer and Miss A.
E. Bickle, beg to inform the ladies of Staunton
and vicinity. that they have just returned and
next to the Valley Virgnian Office, and will fur
nish the latest and most fashionable styles of
Bonnets, Hats, Ribbons, Flowers, &c, at thelow
They will be pleased to receive calls and take
pleasure in showing their goods, whether you buy
or not and hope by strict attention, to merit a
share of the public patronage.
mav5-3m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

The division of the State into Congressional
districts, under the proposed Constitution, gives
the negroes five representatives and the whites
only three. The only escape from sending a
negro delegation is the DEFEAT OF THE
CONSTITUTION.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
rPRING & SUMMER GOODS

SPRING & SUMNER GOODs.-,ne
= undersigned would respectfully inform his
friends and the PUBLIC generally, that he has just
received his stock of Spring and Summer goods.
His stock is now complete, consisting of ladies
and geHtlemels dress and Furnishing Goods of
the bsst qualities and latest stylea also variety
of Hats, Shoes, Notions, &c.
His goods have been purchased on the very
best terms for cash and will be sold little cheap
er than the cheapest. All he asksis an examina-
ton of his stock feeling assured that he can give
satisfaction, both as to the price and quality of
his goodG. B. F. HARDWOOD.
maySr.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
NeaC Advertisements.


IN JEFFERSON DAVIS,
BY FRANK H. ALFRIEND, of Richmond
This is the only full, authentic and OFFICIAL
history of the Life and Public Services of the
great Southern Leader Mr.. Alfriend has had
the cooperation and assistance of the leading
Confederate officials in the preparation of this
work, as will be apparent to all on examination.
Send for specimen pages and circulars with terms.
Address NATIONAL PUBLISHING CO..
mayo-4t -----------. Philadelphia. Pa.
WANTED TO EMPLOY competent
w person to take charged and superintend
housekeeping generally, the raising of poultry,
attention to dairy, &c. A middle-aged lady pre-
ferred. Apply to zsdoc Talberts staunton, Va,
Darnstown, Montgomery county, Md
may5-3t. 8 4 e - 40 fLf
JAMES e. McGRAW, ~ =
tfE Dealer in and Packer of
POTOMAC SHAD AND HERRING.
Special attention paid to putting up Family
Fish.
Ofice.Fish Wharf, Alexandria.
may 5-2m
DOCKS! BOOKS!-Another supply of
I'D the Stories of the Gorilla Country by Paul
Du Chaillu; Union Prayer Meeting Hymns,
few copies with the tunes Sunday School Books;
Book for May ROBT. COWAN.
DEPAIRS for McCOrmick's Reaper
h AND MOWER.
All parties wishing repairs for the above ma
chimes will please send their orders at to
We urge the necessity of early application to in
! sure supply IN time may5-3m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

0EA REWARD-STOLEN Bal
- ~ ley A. Shumate, at Roaring Creek
Highland county, Va, on the night of the 22nd
inst, large gray mare, II hands and inch high
of first rate carriage, with a ridge on one fore
foot-caused by a snag; pigeon toed, with white
name and tail
sion of the mare and thief, and $25 for either one
of them. VIM ]. SHUMATE,
may5-3t Staunton, Va.
=, Rockingham Register copy St and send bill to
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
4 UCTION SALE OF Valuable Real

N Estate in the town of Danvile, Virginia
ON WEDNESDAY, 10TH DAY OF NAY
next, will be sold at public auction, without re-
serve, that valuable property known as the
DANVILLE NEW HOTEL
an elegant new five story brick building, on Main
street, lot 763 <l87 feet, built with all the new
modsrn Improvements for first class hotel, and
containing igfity-seyen r0Ons in addition to afGs
Parlors, Dining Hall, &c. H.. n . g,
The location is one Of the best in Virginia for
a hotel. ia" =
The house opened and well kept would secure
boardeFs ~ = 2''
a great bargain may be had, as it will certaip-
lV be sold , q! a. al - { IS. 81. - II
TERMS-One-third Cash, balance in six ana
cured. So
Will be sold at the same time and place, tho
Store House and Lot adjoining-a yalua-
BILE property. For further information, address
JOHN NJ. JOHNSTON, Esq,
Cashier LIST National Bank
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

The Montgomery Mail gives the following
brief, but pungent sketch of the antecedents of
the ''trooly loil'' ticket for State officers in
Alabama, which ticket defeated by the good
people of that Stale, will certainly be forced up
on them by Congress:
s'Smith, the Governor ESQ called, never rails
ed gun or dew sword for the Federal cause
He was young, ambitious, able and professedly
loyal, but beyond trading around the lines he
never exhibited the slightest fidelity to the
Union. Applegate, the Lieutenant Governor,
was driven from his home in Ohio, in 1861, for
raising secession flag oyer the court house
keffer, the Secretary of Industrial Resources,
was ona Of Forneys pro-slavery DEMOCRATS in
Philadelphia when that infamous seoundrel was
kissing the boots of Southern gentlemen. Cloud,
the Superintendent of Education, was in the
Confederate Army, and edited, for several years
the Montgomery Advertiser, a strong secession
newspaper. Morse, the Attorney General, was
in the Confederate army, and whipped negro
before the war, and then poured
salt into the quivering wounds. Felder, the
Chancellor, was in the Confederate army, and
was secessionist in 1850. And so all through
he list"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05

asg- We are daily expecting, per bark Sarepta,
2QOQ SACKS 6. 4. SALT,
5000 SACKS '::WQkTHINGTQN" ZINE,
which we offer fran the
Vessel at Baltimore Prices.
HOOE s. WEDDERBURN,
mav5-1m Alexandria Va
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-05-05
TTYO ALL WHOM TT M ~ CONCERN.

Il Take notice that will apply to the Circuit
Court of Augusta county, Virginia at its June
term, 1868, to authorize me the Ohio guardian
of my infant children, Ben. S. Leonard and Ma
ry E. Leonard to sue for recover, and receive all
money, personal estate or proceeds of real estate
in any wise coming to my said wards in the State
of Virginia, and especially from the estates of
their grandfather and grand mother, Paul Seig
and wife, late of Augusta county, Virginia.
BENJAMIN B. LEONARD.
may5-4t Logan county. ohio