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LIFE OF JEFF. DAVIS.

THE Life of jefferson Davis" by Frank I'll.
Messenger, has recently been published by the
National Publishing Company at Richmond
This book contains 645 pages octave size. The
copies bound in best English morocco cloth cost
$3.50 each, and those in half calf antique SIS. 90
each. This books sold by subscription. Mr.. A
j. Deakins is an authorized agent for this county
and has already secured many subscriptions.
The Fredericksburg Neaos says of it:
1.-The work will be read by thousands. Its
style is clear, calm. earnest and forcible always
the deepest interest, the history of the Confed-
pracy involved in that of its President To the
Southern people it is invaluable, and we cannot
too heartily commend it to their appreciation.
A full length engraving of President Davis,
from recent photograph, adorns the book"
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Portable Fence.
NEW FENCE.-The attention

A NEW FENCE.-The attention of the
IA farmers of this county is requested to
new style Of BOARD F4NCE, specimen OF
which is to be seen in the Court house yard
1t is erected without posts, costs less prepare
than the ordinary board fence, can be put up and
taken down with great rapidity is firm and dura-
BILE, can be prepared during the winter and pre-
SCENTS many points of advantage for the consider
alton Of the farmer.
Farm rights will be disposed of upon reasona-
Bile terms either by GEO. E. PRICE or the under
signed. DAVID BUCHER
mar A-tf Wind cnnv
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sTAnNTnN LYCEuM.

- On Friday evening last, the following question
was discussed:
SIS RepubEcanism IN the United States t,kety
to surviUe the present Revolutionary crisis ?''
1t was discussed by the following In the at
frmative. B. Christian and S. Travers Phillips
in the negative, +. NJ Hanger ana G. r. Harris.
It was decided in the negative by vote of to Z.
On motion, the Lyceum requested Rev. Geo.
B. Taylor to repeat on Friday night next, the
lecture he delivered few weeks since The lee
ture will be repeated at that time. We hope the
bou will bo filed
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ROCKS FOR THE FIRE COMPANY.

None have placed the citizens of this place un-
der greater obligations than the members of the
Augusta Fire Association" who are always
ready to protect their property from the devour-
ing element. This Association is DESTROYS of
establishing good library for the of its mem
bers, and appeals to the citizens of Staunton to
make contribution of books for this laudable
purpose. We hope that our citizens will respond
with alacrity, and soon fill the shelves of their
library with good books. Those who are willing
to contribute are requested to leave their names
with F. E. Trout, the Secretary of the Associa-
+;an ! - i" / H. !
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From the Charlottesville Chronicle.
RICHMOND, March "a

Editor Of the Chronicle:
The Convention this afternoon adopted an ar
ticle requiring all State and county officers cleo
ted under the new Constitution to take the
iron clad oath, which of course excludes all the
white people. in, the State from Office, All OF
on officials, from the Governor to the Gonsta-
Yankee or apostate Virginian. :, -.
The extreme element In the Convention is
bearing down all opposition. You will have a
Constitution which will make this State too hot
for any man with straight hair and plain COM
plexion. 1t will be literally universal negro
rule. O.
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OK yesterday, whilst the streets were crowded
with wagons and teams, the horses attached to
the wagon, loaded with -four of Mr.. W. T. Hite,
of Churchvlle, ran off, and near the Spectator
Office knocked down and ran over horse in are
sther team, tlrew the driver beneath the heels OF
tie horses in still another team, ran against an
other wagon, at which time the wagon of Mr.
Hite was smashed and the horses stopped-one
of them being considerably hurt
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DeOthS.

On the 18th of March, DANIEL Wilson, ESQ.,,
in the Goth year of his age.
At his residence near Buffalo Gap, in Augusta
county, Mr.. JACOB ZONES, on the 18th of March
On the Dist of March, at West View, Mrs. MA
RY HOBBS, wife Of Mr.. James Hobbs and daught-
er of Henry Edison, Esq
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aCCTEEEI.-

We learn from the Register that an accident
occurred in Kemper Holbrook's saw-mlli, near
Port Republic, in Rockingham county, on the
18th inst. by which Alcano Rogers, the sawyer
had his right foot cut off at the instep The whole
feet, except the heel, was cut off. DIR. u. W..
Kfe1npIer, being CALLED in, found it necessary to
a1aputate the balance of the foot above the ankle
This was skinfully done, and the patient is doing
we'll Mr.. Rogers is very poor man, and has a
large family
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Stauntort Spettator.

X The circulation of the SPECTATOR"
Is about as great as the combined circula-
tion of both the other papers published in
this place, and has as many subscribers in
this county alone as are contained in the
whole list of either of the other papers.
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AN ENTERTAINING LECTURE.

On Thursday, night last as previously announ-
ced Rev. w. E.. Hatcher of Baltimore, deliver
"a in the Baptist Church of this place a lecture,
the subject of which was: "7He advantages Of
the modern dance" Those who had the pleasure
of hearing it were delighted with its keen satire
and lively sallies of wit. The anticipations of
the audience were more than realized, though
they had been led to expect a rich treat by the
notices of it which had been published. 1t is to
be greatly regretted that the feather was SO very
unfavorable as to prevent many from being pres
ent who desired to attend
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On Saturday night week, DR.. G. r. Harris of
this place delivered before the Harrisonburg Ly-
ceum his lecture on the Independence of
Thought The Register says that, lat the con-
clusion of the lecture Dr. Harris was nominated
and unanimously made an honorary member of
the Lyceum, vote of thanks having been pre-
viously rendered for the beautiful and interesting
discourse of the evening" =
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TESTIMONIALS.

New Hope, Va, Feb. Dist, 1868.
This Is to certify that have examined the Star
Shuttle Sewing Machine for the sale of which
Messrs. Myers & Sites are agents. 1t is a simple
and durable machine, and has advantages over
any machine that am acquainted with.
JOHN w. GILLESPIE, NJ. d.
New Hope, Va, Feb. 9th, 1873.
l have examined the Star Shuttle Sewing Ma
chine and find it to be frst-class Lock-Stitch
machine 1t does its work equally as well as my
Wheeler 81 Wilson machine. The Star machine
is cheap at the prices at which they are offered.
O. RHINEHART, Tailor.
New Hope, Va, March 9th, 1868.
Among the many different high ard low priced
sewing machines that have worked with, L find
the Star Sewing Machine to be far superior to any
Of them. 1t makes the Lock Stitch, which is
alike on both sides of the fabric sewed, that will
not rip or unravel. It is cheap simple, and du-
rable and easily to operate upon.
ISAAC RITENOUR, Tailor
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Mr. H. o. Cease is making efforts to secure sufi-
cient subscriptions to pay for keeping the streets
constantly sprinkled during the summer months
This object should be attained, and we suppose
that our citizens will not hesitate to subscribe the
amounts necessary to justify Mr.. Cease in keeping
our little city free from dust
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VIRGINIA :-At Rules held in She Clerks
Office Of the Circuit Court of Bath county,
on Monday, the End day Of March, 1865,
gQhn S. Hodge, ......., Plaintiff,
AGAINST In Chancery.
Robert P. Williams George NJ.
VIM and Jno. P. Porter, Defts
The object of this suit is to attach, in the hands
of the defendant Porter a debt due by the de-
PENDANTS Winn q Williams, to the plaintiff
Hodge.
And it annearing by satisfactory evidence, that
lhe defendant, Robert P Williams, is not an in
habirant Of this Commonwealth, on motion, it is
ordered that he appear here within one month
after due publication Of fhis order and do what
is neQess arY to protect his interest.
A copy-teste,
mar l7-4w G. r. MCDANNALD, Clerk
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CJOthi7ig.


FALL AND WINTER CLOTHING
at Cost Prices!
Fine Beaver OVER COATS for less than cost
Fine Black Cloth Over Coats for less than their
original cost
Over Goats of every description for either men
or boys must be sold now.
Those in want of Cheap Goods call early before
the cherished opportunity passes beyond your
grasp.
Also fine assortment of BUSINESS SUITS
which will be sold for less than cost. Also good
assortment of Common Clothing
These goods must be sold in order to make
room for the extensive stock of Spring and Sum-
naer Clothing, now being manufactured at our
Baltimore house. rrer
~ BOOTS s. SHOES -
at reduced rates. Six cases of those fine heavy
kip boots only, remain unsold. Call soon or loose
a bargain.
Also an endless variety of Mems and Boys
HATS at greatly reduced prices.
va Hoping the citizens of Augusta will avail
themselves of this opportunity to get So
FIRST CLASS GOODS,
at low prices, will call early and secure bargain
at S. MANDELBAU
- Emporium of Fashion,
janG8-tf Under the Virginia Hotel
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Demorests Young America.-This excellent lit
tie magazine continues great favorte of the ju-
veniles. Its stories, colored pictures, and apt
way of conveying most useful instruction, render
it exceedingly attractive, as we'll as real helpsin
the work of education. Price $3.50 per year,
with premium. Publishing Office, 473 Broad
way New York citv Send for a circular
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DISTURBANCE AT ORANGE Court HOUSE

DISTURBANCE AT ORANGE COURT House.
A BLACK MAN KILLED.-We understand that
a disturbance occurred at Orange Court House
on last Monday, Court day., which resulted in
serious injury to Mr.. Robert Richardson, and
the death of black man. 1t is stated that
the negro was very disorderly, and that the
Sheriff ordered his arrest, which was underta
ken by Mr.. Richardson, who was knocked down
and injured, but who, in the strife, drew a
knife. with which he inflicted wound on the
negro, from the effects of which he died in a
very short time Mr.. r. gave himself up to
the authorities, and the case will be investi-
gated,-Ahc. Gazette.
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House JOfuing.

VHVHE Undersigned offers his services to
q such persons in town or county as may wish
to have CdTpenterang aoork House-Joining
done on the best terms.
aug 27-tf p. r. BLACKBURN.
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SDeci0l Notices.

Ceven Barrels Early Goodrich and
y Harrison Potatoes-waTrantg ID gennineGiust
BAKERS PREMIUM BsTTERS-A
LID certain cure for Dyspepsia, Liver Complaint
Dysentery, Nervous Headache, Loss of Appetite,
and all diseases arising from dsordered condi-
ton of the stomach and bowels.
The following certificate, from the Hon. r. A.
MA 70, prominent citizen of Richmond, speaks
for itself: a8
RICHMOND, January 10th, 1868.
ELIJAH BAKER, Esq, Sir:-Having used
success, L feel it due you and the community
generally to state that they were specially sue
cessful in cases of Debility and Headache, when
other remedies failed. They also proved great
Very respectu full an youp obedent servant
K. A. MAYO.
Ms- For sale by DR.. N. Wayt & Bro, 2 doors
West LIST National Bank, and by P. II. Trout &
Co., Staunton, Va.
mh.}-1n#
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EStT0yS.

EHSTRAY W--Ahout two months since
HL WHITE COW strayed from the town of
otaunton, of the following descriptions brown
spots on Der hips, brown spot on her jaw and the
tips of her ears. -.Ily E-,,lf.sr -.af,
Any information concerning her, left at the
suitably rewarded. -, mar24 Q.
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his intent Further answering. the matters con-
tanned in the eleventh article do not name des
ignate or define any attempt, design, or device
to render him guilty of the high crimes and mis-
demeanors alleged against him.
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Dissolution.
UAHssOLUTEoN OF Co-partnership.

cobartnership which had before existed between
james A. Austin and e. T. Palmer under the
style of Palmer " Austin, doing business at Mid
dlebrool, was, by mutual consent, dissolved
The business in future vii! be conducted bv
Palmer, Baylor & 60, to whom all accounts due
the firm OF Palmer &c Austin should be paid and
who assume all debts due by SAID firm.
c. L PALMER
mar17-2tS JAS. A. AUSTIN
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rs No voter should now be without the Spec
tator 1t can be had from now till the election
on the ratification of the State Constitution for
the small sum fifty cents. Make this fact
known to every voter.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-31
NeaU York Advertisements.

EDEEVES' AMBROSHA
Ia FOR THE HAIR,
IMPROVED!
1t is an elegant Dressing for the Hair.
1t causes the Hair to Curl beautifully.
It keeps the Scalp Clean and Healthy.
1t invigorates the Roots of the Hair.
1t forces the Hair and Beard to grow luxuriantly
1t Immediately stops Hair Falling Out.
II keeps the Hair from changing Color from age
1t restores Grey Hair to its Original Color.
1t brings out Hair On heads that have been Bald
for years.
1t is composed entirely of simple and purely
vegetable substances.
1t has received over six thousand voluntary tes-
timonials of its excellence, many of which
are from physicians in high standing.
1t is sold in haf-pound bottles (the name blown
in the glass;, by Druggists and Dealers in Fan
cy Goods everywhere, at One Dollar per Bottle
Wholesale by Demas Barnes & Co.; f. Q. Wells
s. Co.; Schieffelin & Co., New York.
mar A-1Y
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See advertisement of Price s. Willis, forward
ing and commission merchants, No. 6 South
Union street. Alexandria, Va
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We invite the attention of coal consumers to
the advertisement Of S. II. Halves, who is pre-
pared to furnish Goals of the best quality. We
recommend him-send on your orders at once.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-31

On the 10Th inst, Geo. 81. Newman, of Wood
stock, attempted, in Lexington, to commit suicide
by shooting himself The ball struck rib, and
was extracted from under the left shoulder blade.
Cause-unsuccessfu love affair.
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Nor EXACTLY ION THE SQUARE. "A Rich
mond cotemporary publishes a local item from
the Times, bat credits the Haltey Ytrgtnian,
thus making it appear that the Valley Bank
property, SITUATED on the corner of Main and
Piccadilla Streets" iStaunton, Va, was sold by
Joseph S. Carson, Esq, The mistake, we sup
pose was caused by the paragraph appearing
in the Nirginian as local item. These things
happening dozen times or so would excite no
comment but when persisted in weekly by the
year it beeomesa bore. IN fact, tits not by any
means '.toting fair " Winchester Times
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large family

as- We will send the Spectator from this time
to the election on the ratification OF the State
Constitution for fifty cents. Send us The names
Of Subscribers. accompanied with the money, as
soon' as'possihle. 49,. "a
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-31

The Norfolk Vrginian says that when Pres
ident johnson shall be removed the Executive
and Legislative branches of the Government
will be in accord and then the Supreme Court
will be enlarged by old Ben Wade 50 that the
three departments Of the government will be
made to harmonze. When. we reflect upon the
hands and behold the taneness Of The people,
we may well despair.of Constitutional Govern
aInent. q g MKE.Ef4
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M9- For only fifty cents each we will send the
Spectator to subscribers from now till the day
election on the ratification of the Constitution. =
Every Conservative should exert himself to have
II taken by every voter.
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SeaCiflg M0chj1aeS l.!
GEWING MACHENES.-
~ L. L. al. -

GEWING MACHENES.-
- The Star Shuttle Sewing Machine
is a first class Lock Stitch machine. 1t is simple
and durable and is capable of doing all kinds of
Tailoring and Family work land makes IDENTICAL
" the same kind of stitch as that made by the
Wheeler u Wilson, Howe, Singer, and all other
first class Lock Stitch machines. Persons wish
ing Treadle machines can see them before pur-
chasing by calling at Mr.. T. G. Stouts store in
New Hope. We will canvass with hand ma
chimes as rapidly as possible For further infor-
nation address MYERS s. SITES,
New Hope, Augusta county, Va,
Sole Agents for Augusta and Rockingham
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We invite the special attention of our mer-
chants, who deal in Baltimore to the advertise
ment of James Mcdonnell who has on hand, at
Nos. SO and 891 Camden street, between Howard
and Sharp, the best quality and greatest variety
of Teas, Coffee, Sugars, Wines Spices Liquors,
&C. Give him a call when you visit the Monu-
mental city to purchase your stock of groceries.
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Dle9S Goods.
sST NATIONAL NE

ATEST NKTIUNAE " H S.-Gener-
4 al Thomas opens his private mail in the war
Office. Secretary Stanton sleeps in the war de-
partment A stranger found drowned in Chris
ties Creek--two silver teaspoons found in his
left coat pocket-thought to be Benjamin Butler
1ormesS % by J. j. Chrstan Esq without
our leave or consent. Mr. Coleman, his neigh
Dor, who keeps restaurant calls it good Idea
hut the best news of the day ISIS. II. Hilb is now
selling off at cost the best stock of Dry Goods in
the Valley of Virginia. Great excitement among
the merchants. 49,
The latter part of the above news is the truth,
the whole truth, to the best of my knowledge and
belief S. Ii. HILB,
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gg- Do you want Letter-heads or Bll-heads?
If SO, apply at theSPEoTAFoR Office, where they
ara printed in the best style.
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Farming Implements.
DITT'S THRESHING MACHINES.

Having the exclusive agency for the sale OF
PITTS CELEBRATED THRESHERS,
IN the counties of Augusta and Rockingham, ]
am now prepared to take orders for the supply of
Machines fer tie coming season at the lowest fac
tory price.
To insure a supply early orders are solicited.
| have also the agency for Collins Celebrated
Glover Stemmer and Huller, which l can conf
IDENTIFY recommend as the very best that has ever
been used in this country
feb Is GEO E. PRICE
BLOWS q sjASTaNGS.-Ia am still fur
IL nishiAg the original Flows and CASTING
from Bradley's Old Livingston Patterns, OF all
sizes. GEO. e. PRICE.
A TTENTE0N FARMERS!
"A BURKE's IRON WORKS,
STAUNToN, VA, Feb. IL 1867.
am still putting up the best
LIVINGSTON PIsOWS
Nos 4, 5, and g. also, No. Hill side Plows) ev-
er put up in this Valley.
lzS- | warrant all ray Plows. ~gG&
Call and examine before purchasing.
feb 19-tf w. A. BURKE.
G&OEN SHELTERS
V and STRAW CUTTERS-
some now patents just received by
feb 26-tf WOODS & GILKESON.
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VNTELLCOX & GIBBS
wv

w Sewing Machines.
Its seam is stronger and less liable to rip in
use or wear, than the Lock Stitch. "-Jatdges Re
port at the Grand Trial
Call and get the Report and Samples of
Work containing both kinds of stitches on the
same piece of goods.
Machines On exhibition and for sale by
WOODS 81 GILKESON, q
Sole Agents for Augusta county.
NAV 14-1vr
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mr. ESEJ SSslsING GssDDs.

HNSENM 8EKkANN NEVDS.
n We have just received the newest styles of
Sbnng prints in Ca!icoes and other dress goods
and nice variety OF Cassimeres &c, for gentle
men. Our stock is complete, in all its branches,
for the season, and we propose to sell at the low
est rates, to cash and prompt customers.
All those in our debt wifi please recolect to
call ag.a. pay during this month, as we dislike to
bit claims in hands of collectors.
mar17-tf IA 81. - YOUNG.
Z H. Hibs Store, to arrange and pay UP the
insta lllnents due him. HI Is going 10 make a
change in his business. All accounts not settled
by the hrst Of April next will be collected by
law Come up and save costs.
marl7 s. II. HILB.
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C 5. INTERNAL SEVEN

EY 3. INTERNAL REVENUE,
u. Collectors Office, 9th District, Va
HARRIsoNBURG, March 18th, 1868.
The following described merchandise, viz;
/ barrel Whisky, (2la gallons,l
l g Apple Brandy, ,a7 gailonsl
bog nlauutactured' Tobacco, 700 pounds)
caddias I" !" (85 pounds)
having been seized by me, at Staunton, Va, for
lack of brand and non-payment, any person OF
persons claiming the same. are hereby required
to appear and make claim within thirty days from
the date hereof
marchi7-aW SAML. Il. STERLING,
= ,S3 Collector 9th Dist Va.
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WU7ltS :!
WANTED-No

HOEPORTEURS WANTED Notice
y is hereby given, that upon application to
the Executive Committee, of the Augusta conn-
ty Bible Society, accompanied By satisfactory
recommendations the Committee will employ
one Colportegr to distribute Bibles and Testa-
ments III each of the two (2) Revenue districts of
the county.
By order OF the Executive Committee
GEO. 2. BAKER Secretary.
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sIs. y. sVAYT q isisO., Druggists,
Lg;gGt Notices.

rs See that every voter is supplied with a
copy Of the Spectator.
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~ Secure clubs for the Spectator from now
till the election OH the State Constitution Sub
scription price, for that time, only fifty cents.