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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

The Philadelphia Age says, very pithily, the
month of March, 1868, will exhibit two won
derful events-the trial of Jefferson Davis for
sisting that the Southern States were out of
the Union, and the trial of Andrew johnson
for insisting that they are in the Union.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

The disease known as pleuro- pneumonia is
committing great ravages among some of the
finest herds of cattle in the vicinity of Balti
more. The suddenness with which cattle are
attacked, the extraordinary mortality and the
alleged contagious nature of the disease, are
giving rise to great uneasiness among dairymen
and stock breeders
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

The House of Delegates of West Virginia
have voted, by 80 to 10, to remove from office
Judge Hindman for permitting three lawyers
to qualify and practice in his courts without ia
king the ''iron-clad' oath. The lawyers so
permitted to qualify were Col Sam. A. Miller,
late Confederate member of Congress, Col.
Hounshell and ex-Lieutenant Governor Price,
of Greenbrier.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

VIkG1NIA AT rules held in the Clerks
Once of the Circuit Court of Highland
county, on Monday, the End day of March, 1861
Samuel A Wilson surviving partner
of the firm of F. Fl. Hull s. Wilson,
who sues for the benefit of Hugh W.
sns'''y s sdmF of Felix Hull IN s'f SER Plaintiff
James Mcdaniel. D nefsrdont
The object of this suit is to obtain = judgments
against the defendant, for the sum of $57 48 with
interest thereon from the 1st day of January.
that the said Defendant is not q Tesident of this
Commonwealth 1t is ordered that no do appear
within one month after due publication hereof
and do what Is necessary TO protect his interest.
A copy-teste, IA esst est -
n,arlO-4t "A. j. JONES. Clerk.
Warden, Field, and Flower Needs
VI There having been so many unreliable seeds
sold for the last two years, we have lust Obtained
the sohotcsale agency for the sale of the celebra
ted seed raised by the SOCIETY OF SHAK-
ERS, which are known to be reliable and every
paper warranted. aTlE
Country merchants supplied at wholesale pri-
ces, with the privilege of returning all not sold
P. II. TROUT s. CO.,
marlO-2m Druggist
II OOK TO YOUR IPur-
IL chase the celebrated PARAGON COOK
STOVE, which is warranted in every particular.
and repairs always on hand. Sold at Baltimore
prices, with freight added
;, Merchants furnished with Tin Ware at strictly
Baltimore prices.
Whisky and Brandy Stills made to order.
mar10-3m w T POINTS
Lex. Gazette copy am and send bill to this of.
foe
" very cheap at
march1O BAKER BROS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

Holden, the Radical candidate for Governor
of North Carolina, before, and after the late
war commenced, was pro-savery mana Sc
cessionist, and bitter reviler of the North.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10
SAEE.-The undersigned.
IL Executor of James G. Fl. Raynes, dec d,

~ Executor of James g. Fl. Raynes, deed,
will sell at public sale, on
WEDNESDAY, the 1874 DAY OF MARCH,
1868, the farm purchased by the decedent from
Mrs. Showalter, lying about miles east of New
Hope on South River, in Augusta county, ad-
joining the lands of James Patterson and Charles
c. Patterson. This farm contains 100 acres,
Is acres of which are cleared and the balance in
timber. 1t has upon it good dwelling house
and good barn, and there is an excellent Spring
near the dwelling.
TERMS :-One-third in cash, and the remainder
in equal payments on a credit of six and twelve,
months, respectively, from day of sale, the pureha-
ser giving bond with approved security, and title
retained as ultimate security The property will
be shown to persons wishing to purchase by tha
undersigned. A. G.. RAYNES,
Executor of j. G. FL. Raynes, de>,a
At the same time and place the unS> od
Executor of James G. II. Raynes, d. oaod eli
sell at public sale tract of land ~ NJ
acres, IL acres cleared sAa rho re1uainSer IN
timber. 1t adjoins the tsae' advert;sad above -
TERMS a auy tbs Tem aHoSe in
two two e equal tips on credit respectively Of
s one dna s year from day of SALE the purcha
Sel gsstS ep' with approved security, land title
0 fah ID e5 Inmate security.
lee la- OTIS A. G. RAYNES,
Executor of j. G.. FL. Raynes, dec d.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

il for sale to the highest bidder, at public
auction upon the premises, on Wednesday, the
LIST day of April 1863,
e.. 293 Acres
of good land, lying on. Jaokson's River in the
county of Highland, and known as part of the
Willy Lands, upon which there is q comfortable
dwelling house and out houses good water, &c.
About 100 acres cleared and under fence, nearly
all of which is in fine state of cultivation the
balance well tin.bered and would make good
grazing land if improved
Terms liberal and will be made known on dsv
of sale GEO. 81. MCGLAUGHTJN
NH st.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10
vEvR U&TEES SALE OF VALUABLE
Z Town PrODcrtY.

AS trustee in deed of trust, made by Charles
W. Parker and wife, and NJ. Parker and wife,
dated the 2lst day of October, 1865, and duly re-
corded in the Clerks Office Of Augusta County
will, in execution thereof, at the request of the
grantors and the beneficiary in said deed, pro-
coed to sell at public auction, to the highest bid
der on
SATURDAY, THE 11TK DAY OF APRIL,
1858 in front of the Courthouse, that
VALUABLE RESIDENCE,
with 10 acres, Foods, and Poles of land at
tached, lying Immediately East of Staunton, on
Lewis Greek, and near the Va. G. r. r former
ly owned by Miss Rachel Lewis, and now in the
possession of the Rev. Mr.. Miller.
This is of the most desirable and valuable
pieces Of Real Estate in the town of Staunton.-
Such property is seldom offered in the market at
public sale.
TERMS :-One-third of the purchase money
cash on the day of SALE the residue in three
equal payments, at one, two, and three years,
with interest from the day of sale; the purchaser
giving bonds wish good personal security for the
deferred payments with the interest payable an
nually and included in the bonds as they fall due
and title reserved as ultimate security. If the
purchaser prefers it, after paying the cost of SALE
a negotiable note, we'll endorsed at 80 days, with
interest added, will be received for the residue of
the hand payment.
The time when possession can be given will be
ANNOUNCED on the day of sale
GEO. M. COCHRAN, JR.,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

The Rev. Mr.. Leftwich has positively de-
clined to accept the pastoral call rendered him
by the Presbyterian Church of Lexington some
weeks ago.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

~ The Spectator having about as many SUBJ
scribers as both of the other papers published in
this place, it is to the interest of persons to ad-
vertise in the Spectator and it is the duty of those
who advertise for others to advertise in that pa
per which has the largest circulation. It be-
comes the duty of agents, commissioners admin,
istrators, executors, and all who are entrusted
with the interests of others to advertise IN the
SPECTA TOR as it has mach larger clrcula-
ton than any other paper published here.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

Nine of the counts in the Congressional in
dictment of Mr. johnson are variations of the
charge that the President attempted to remove
Stanton.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10
u VALUABLE FARM, near Staunton, at
Auction AZ the renuest of the OWnerS wa

Y Auction.-At the request of the owners we
will sell, at public auction, on the premises, on
next, the farm known as ''MOWRY'S FARM"
situated three miles North West of Staunton, on
the road leading to John Schutterly's mill, con-
tanning 56S acres-about 160 acres cleared and
The soil is good limestone, and adapted to the
growth of all kinds of grain and grasses 1t is
watered by two never failing wells and a large
pond. The buildings are Indifferent. 1t will be
sold in whole or divided to suit purchasers. The
timber on this farm, if taken off and hauled to
Staunton and sold for frewood, would more than
pay for the land. A plat can be seen at our auc-
ton room in Staunton. WeVil take pleasure in
showing it to any one wishing to buy.
TERMS :-One-third in hand, the balancesln
three annual instalmeRts; bond and good per-
sonal security will be required also lien retain
ed. PECK 81 CUSHING,
feb 18-tds ' AuctiOneers.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10
NeaU Advertisements.
VENHE ESPIANS

Will give their first and only Entertainment,
for this season, at the TOWN HALL, on
SATURDAY. NIGHT MARCH 14TH, 1888,
when will be presented, with caste complete,
Dumas beautiful and touching drama
Catherine Howard
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

MARGARET FITZGERALD.

~ or trade fora note of $50, executed on the
18th of April, 1861, by James Smith to Shields
Lgget, on which | am security. For good and
sufficient reason do not intend to pay it.
mar lott THORNTON BERRY
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10
Of Job Work in
IRON. BRASS AND STEEL.

repair Door Locks Guns and Pistols, and will
have in connection with the above, FOUNDRY
for making all kinds of Brass Castings, Boxes,
&C., for machinery He will manufacture wrought
Iron Crates for cellar doors erect wrought Iron
Fences, and Reyb & Hunters Star Galvan-
lied Lighting Rods. This rod excels all others
in use; it will always remain bright and
clean and never corrodes or rusts; thus present
ing neat and ornamental appearance on the
building; worth more than its cost as matter of
ornament, to say nothing about its protection
against lightning.
All of the above work will be done on the
shortest notice and in neat and workmaRhke
manner; The patronage of the public IA respect-
fully solicited.
mario GEORGE A. sGHoPPERH
THRUST AALE.-By virtue of a trust d.
Il sexecpted by Andrew B. Accord ahd Ne 800 ~
ne, dated March 18th, 1885, and Of record in tn
Clerks office of Augusta county. Email. Of the
request OF the parties, and for TIE nurnoses in
SAID deed mentioned, proceed to sell. to the high
est bidder, on the 9th day Of April nert on The
premises, that part of the old homestead tract
formerly belonging to Jacob Accord. ST.. decd
now ~ the possession of Isaac Myers, containing
about lSS ceres. This land is Situated on
hsky Greek, about two miles West of Church
vile, IN the county of Augusta; is well watered.
eoI nTS4 Well improved, with good orchard.
LEI FMS cash in hand to defray the charges
q safe, and the balance in Six, Twelve and
Elghteen months, the purchaser giving bonds
with good security, and the title retained until
purchase money is paid. The title is unques-
tlonable-but will only convey such as is vested
in me. DAVID FIfTTZ Trnstea
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

VALUABLE PROPERTY for Rent.
' At the late residence of A. Harris, dec d,
on North River, three miles East of Burkos
Mill, we offer for rent, privately,
A MERCHANT MILL, FOUNDRY
AND BLACKSMITH SHOP.
The property is all in good order, being new.
If not rented privately, it will be offered public
ly on the first day Of Apral neat, for one or more
years. Persons can apply to
r. TURK, or
JAS. 81. HARRIS,
Jan N-tds Agents.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10
TTVERPSICH0REAN AFT

NEAsE 0ACF10fSEAN AkT
IL Mr.. George Plume, will on Thursday,
the 9th of March next, in the afternoon at 81
o clock, commence a session for Misses and Mas
tiers, and at y p. NJ of the same date class fol
gentlemen. The Fashionable Lancers, Caledo-
MAN, and other Quadrilles will be taught during
Terms of Tution-$10 for session of IS les
sons one-half of which must be paid in advance
j. Motley, the well known musician will have
charge of the musical department
All persons wishing to avail themselves of the
above opportunity, will please leave their names
with either DR.. VIM. S. McChesney R. j. Hope,
Esq, or Chas. s. Turnay.
mar 10-2t
DUBLIC SALE OF FINE STOCK
CATTLE.-We will sell on Tuesday. oath
day of March. in front of the Court House,
40 Head of Fine STOCK CATTLE, 3 years
old in the Spring.
These cattle are of good stock, from the coun-
ties Of Giles, Montgomery and Monroe, and wor-
thy the attention of grazers.
Terms-Five months credit, negotiable note,
we'll endorsed.
Sale at II O. clock.
PECK & CUSHING,
mar lO-N Auctioneers.
ElissOlutlOn of Copartnershfp.-Th
End, 1859 dissolved by mutual consent. Those
indebted to the above firm will please take notice
and come forward within one week from date of
advertisement and settle their accounts, as the
puSlIeSS VI Luo uTIl IuuSt De ClOS6O up at once.
Il. HAGEMAN,
A. LEVY.
E. HAGEMAN will continue the business at
the old stand, opposite the Virginia Hotel and
respectfully soliclts continuance of the patron
age so literally bestowed on the old firm.
mar10-3t
TNHNE STALLION q BROOD Mares
IL AT AUCTION -
We will sell in front of the Courthouse on Mon
day. the 2Srd deg Of March, Court day. one first
rate young Stallion, years old next June blood
bay, fine size, a No. work horse. His colts are
equal to any in the county for size. action and
form. Also No. Young Brood Mares
,-t-P PECK Sc GUSHING,
marchlO-N Auctioneers.
g ETTLE UP.-The undersigned, widow of
y John Fitzgerald, deceased, respectfully
guests all persons having claims against the said
John Fitzgerald, deceased, to present them to
her for settlement, and all persons indebted to
him are requested to make payment to her as soon
as possible.
marl0-5t* MARGARET FITZGERALD.
orewarn all persons not to buy
~ or trade for a note of $50 executed on the
18th of April, 1861, by James Smith to Shields
Ligget, on which | am security. For good and
sufficient reason do not intend to pay it.
mar 1O-lt THORNTON BERRY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10
UNDERSIGNED W

TEyHE UNDERSIGNED would respectful
4 II inform the citizens of Staunton, and the
public generally, that he has opened SHOP on
Water street. between the residence of Owen G.
Morris and the Furniture rooms of j. A Bicke
s. Co., where he will be prepared to do all kinds
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10
- DIUBgIsh
OOK TO VOTTR TNTET D ES0,T D.

u very cheap at
narchlO BAKER BROS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

E. HAGEMAN will continue the business at
the old stand, opposite the Virginia Hotel, and
respectfully solicits continuance of the patron
age so literally bestowed ON the old firm.
mar1O-3t
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

II AND FUR SALE - -t----
IL The undersigned offer for sale the farm on
which F. w. Brown now resides, two and half
Central Railroad, containing one hundred and
eighteen and one-haLf acres, about two-thirds of
which is cleared, the remainder we'll timbered
There is a good dwelling house, nearly new
and other out buildings. The land is generally
under good fence.
This farm will be offered privately until the
FIRST DAY OF APRIL, 1865
upon which day, if not previously Sold it will
be offered to the highest bidder. Persons wish
ing to purchase are invited to examine the prop
erty. FULTON W. BROWN,
JACOB BROWN,
feb11-tds M. A. BROWN
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10


:, Inc AFTERNOON was consumed IN discussion OF
portant action.
FRIDAY, March 6-The convention amend
ed the elective franchise article by inserting
clauses excluding from the right of suffrage all
persons engaging in duel with deadly weapons,
and all persons who served in the Confederate
army above the rank of First Lieutenant, and
in the navy above the rank Of Master.
a great squabble arose on the refusal of Mr.
Williams, of Amherst to vote on one of the
propositions. Motions of censure, expulsion,
ETC., were offered, laid on the table, reconsider
ed and discussed amid no little fuss and confu-
sion. And that's the way the money goes"
In the Scott-like language Of a North Caro-
lima confrere, we may ask
"Breathes there the man with soul so dead
Who never to himself hath said
DrOt this convention ?'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE House
resumed the consideration of the additional
article of impeachment proposed by Mr.. Jenckes.
After some discussion it was referred to the
went into Committee of the Whole, Mr.. Dawes
being called to the chair, and preceded by the
Managers, marched in a body to the Senate for
the purpose OF presenting the articles of i'm
parchment to that body. None of the Demo-
cratic members accompanied the Managers, but
remained in their seats in the House, as did
Messrs. L. Thomas and Van Wyck of the Re-
publican members. The members of the House
returned at minutes off clock, and Mr. Dawes,
Chairman OF the Committee Of the Whole, re-.
ported that the committee had accompanied the
Managers to the bar OF the Senate, and had
there presented the articles of impeachment A.
gainst Andrew Johnson President of the United
States, and that the Senate had acknowledged
the receipt OF the same and informed the House
that they would take action upon the articles
and inform the House thereof. The Sneaker
ordered the report to be spread upon the Journal
of the House.
SENATE. Thursday, March $40 business
of general interest was transacted during the
morning hour. Immediately after its expira-
ton Chief Justice Chase on the arm of Mr.
Buckalew, the committee appointed to escort
him, appeared at the outside bar of the Senate.
The members Of the House Of Representatives
followed. The President of the Senate announc-
ed the suspension Of all business for the purpose
of proceeding with the business Impeachment
and vacated the chair. The Chief Justice
advanced and took the seat of the presiding
officer He then said: Senators, | am here
in obedience to your notice for the purpose of
proceeding with you in forming Court of I'm
parchment for the trial of Andrew johnson,
President of the United States am now ready
to take the OATH Associate Justice Nelson
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-03-10


We do, further, most solenanly protest against
that wild and radical spirit Of innovation upon
the early and we'll settled practice Of the govern
framed the constitution, and who best under
stood it's spirit and meaning-which puts the
Chief Magistrate of the Republic the repre-
sentative of the dignity and power of the peo-
Pile, at the mercy ofone of his own subordinates,
assuming to be Secretary of War in violation of
his own pronounced conviction Of the law, who
has the unblushing effrontery to place himself
In the unwarrantable position of communicating
directly with Congress, in utter contempt fthe
authority Of bis superior, and with the delibe-
rate purpose of resisting his authority.
The undersigned, therefore, in their character
of Representatives of the. people, being depriv-
3D. by the despotic power of an inexorable ma
jority, of the high privilege Of debate, that
great instrument in the discovery of truth, and
the most cherished heritage Of a free people, do
hereby, solemnly and earnestly, protest against
these infractions of the rights of the people,
and respectfully ask that this, their protest. may
be spread upon the journal Of the House.
Charles A. Eldridge, Julius Hotchkiss, P. Van
Trump, J. NJ Humphrey, George w. Wood
ward, John Fox, w. E. Niblack, J. V. L.
Pruyn, w. S. Holman, Samuel J. Randall,
Demas Barnes James Brooks, A. j. Clos
brenner, Fl. Mccullough, j. Lawrence Getz,
James R. Mccormick, B. NJ. Boyer, j. P.
Knott, Stevenson Archer, Charles Sitgreaves,
Albert e. Burr, M. G. Kerr, Jas. A. John
son, George M. Adams, James B. Beck, Ste
phen Tabor Asa P. Grover W. Mungen,
Ross, Samuel B. Axten, L. S. Trimble, Geo.
w. Morgan, A. 8. Golladay 8. S. Marshal,
John W. Chanler. D. NJ. Van Auken Thos
Lawrens Jones, E. D. Holbrook, W. H. Bar
mum, f. Stone, John A. Nicholson, Charles
E. Phelps, James M. Cavanaugh.
Nine of the counts in the Congressional In
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1868-01-31
The Effects Of Protection.

The indianapolis Herald says the
following prices (reduced to Ameri-
,an curreucy) are taken from adver-
,ise,nent in the Derby ard Defbyshlrs
Gazette, England.
Oyercoats, 81; mems boots. So %;
women's boots, 81 %; full black
dress suit TO order) Sl5 30: blankets.
good size and all wool, 81 - pair;
sheets. very heavy and good SIZE. 81
cents a pair; mems good grey worsted
stockings. 81. cents pair; good gray
cslicocs. Z cents per yard.
What a misfortune it would be toI
our ss-ople If frey should be allowed
10 ce, their clothes. ETC., at such prices
That ,s. the protectionists say So.
DO those financial Soions, who op
pose tree trade on the ground that The
country needs revenue ever pause t
ask themselves the real meaning Q
the words protective tariff! Tariff
can only protect domestic manuiac
,ures by diminishing the amount o
importation from abroad; or. in othe
words. BY reducing the revense Q
the Government from this sourcc.-
.Revenue tariffs aud 'protective tar
ifls' are the direct antipodes OF eac'
othcr-hat contradictions, 10 terms.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1868-01-31

For Govsrn'r.
THOMAS A. HENDRICKS. Of Marion.
FIR I;suserart Governor.
AI.rRED p. EDGERT0N. Of Alien.
For Secretary Of Sts'".
GEUoEN c. KlSE. OF Bone.
F.r Auditor 81 Sis'e.
JOSEPH Y. BEMUSDAFFER. fFfank'''
Fur Treasurer Of ) s'e.
JAMES d RYMAN. OF Marion.
FrCerk ~ Supreme Court.
NOAH 5. LAROSE. OF Case.
Fer Reporter Of Supreme Court
NJ a 0. PACKARD. Il Marshall
F., Superintendent Of Public insu"c"o"
JOHN r PHILLIPS. OF D,viess.
For Attorney General,
SOLOMON CLAYPOOL. Of Pu'"am.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1868-01-31

TIE LApY's FRIEND. FOR FEBRUARY.
A beautiful steel engraving, repre-
senting the hiding OF Moses in the
bulrushes. open this number OF the
"Oueen Of the Monthlies." 1t is a
very fine picture indeed. The double
Steel Fashion Plate is as refined and
elegant as usual. The engravings Of
the + shions, Patterns, Fancy Work,
&c. are numerous and excellent
The music this month is the popular
cong. paddle Your own Canoe. =
The literary matter is unsurpassed q.
any magazine in the country.
The publishers are still sending thu
December number, which is yer!
beautiful one. Tree to all New Sub
scribers for 1868.
Other great inducements in the wa.
Of Premiums, g., are promised Z
subscribers, and our readers shoul.
send for a sample copy, containing al
these liberal offers. Sample copie
will be sent for fifteen cents.
Price (with engrav,ng) $3.50
year: Four copies with one engray
ing) 5000. One copy OF Lady
Friend and one of that popular weekly
The Saturday Evening Post (and on
engrsving), $500, Address De'
con & Peterson, $40 Walnut Stree
Philadelphia.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1868-01-31
Flower and Vegetable Seeds.

: We would call the attention OF the
public to Mr.. Vick's advertisement,
IN another column. Ills illustrated
Catalogue excel!s anything OF the
kind heretofore published in this
country. and his efforts to improve
tho vegetable and floral wealth OF the
country should he encouraged. we
have a copy OF his catalogue OF seeds.
that any one can examine by calling
at orr Office.