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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
Stolen.

Gkn REWARD.-Stolenf from the sub
- CU scriber, on the night of the 3rd of
May, BLACK HORSE, about l61 hands high
hind legs white up to the knee | will pay SIS
for the horse and $25 for the theft
MRS. MARY NJ. ANDERSON,
Cedar Grove Mills, Rockbridge county.
may12-1m L4 .F
CTOLEN-From the stable of Robt M. White
y on the night of the 3rd instant, a.black mare.
eleven years DID, about fifteen and a half hands
high, a little white on the nose, and was heavy
with foal s-re5. -.- l-,f tr.t. -, n. -
A liberal reward will be given for any infor
nation that will lead to her recovery Address.
VIM. III. Shirley.
Waynesboro, Augusta county, Va
ap7-tf 500 5 = o.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
RELIGIOUS NOTICE.

The First Quarterly Meeting of the NJ Il.
Church, South, will be held in this place on next
Sunday week, 14th inst Rev. Eff. Busey' L.
E., will preach on the OCCASION and the Sacra-
ment of the Lords Supper will be administered
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
White ScaIlaWags VS. NEGROES.

See advertisement of rooms for rent Apply
to Taylor s. Kinney.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
DAKER,s PREMIUM BITTERs.-

I'D We can say with the utmost confidence that
BAKERS PREMIUM BITTERS,
manufactured by E. Baker of Richmond city,
has become the most popular medicine Of the
day AS an evidence OF that fact, the proprietor
has been furnished with upwards of 600 certif-
Gates from the citizens of Richmond and the adj
joining counties, where it has made most remark
able cures of Dyspepsia, Nervous Headache of
long standing; also Ague and Fever, Heartburn,
Coles, Cholera Morbus, Dysentery. and Sum-
mer Complaints. The great confidence created
in the healing power Of this medicinei is that some
of the diseased patients testified they had
been given up by their regular physicians. Some
of the most eminent physicians in the State OF
Virginia are using it in their regular practice,
and good many of them will not be without it
in their own families. This is what we call pop
ular medicine, with so much home testimony
We are told they invaluable with languid
and deblitated females, and will give tone and
strength to the whole system. We call the atten-
ton Of the public to SO valuable medicine If
they should be in need
Orders filled by addressing Eliza Baker, Pro-
prietor. Box 1913. Richmond, Va.
rs For sale by DR.. N. Wayt u Bro, doors
west lst National Bank, and by P. II. Trout Il
StauntOn, Va. mayl2-lm
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

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 ors 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
81 LADIES' DRESS GOODS
Challies, Delaines, Poplins Lawns, Alpacas,
Lustres, Silks, Grenadines, Swiss Muslins, and a
full stock of White Goods Best prints SC.
e4 MILLINERY GOODS.
Mrs r. E. Hudson, lady well 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 a
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. aay
Notions, Trimmings for ladies and gents suits,
Gloves and Hosiery in great variety.
A full line of Domestic Cotton Goods, CASH
meres Satinets and Jeans.
GROCERIES.
; A complete stock at very low figures.
Hardware, Tinware, Woodenware, &C. Cum
gberland and Anthracite Coal for sale.
Va The highest prices paid in goods or cash
for country produce. N. B. HENDRY,
may5 corner store opposite Va. Hotel
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
Legal Notices,

NOTICE.-The books and accounts of Geo.
~ L: Peyton & Co, late OF the Virginia Ho-
tel, are in my hands for immediate settlement.
Persons having claims against the hotel will pre-
sent them properly authenticated. Persons in
debted to the hotel will be expected to settle lp
at once, as have no authority to indulge any
one. est-,-t BOLIVAR CURISTfA
may 13-1m
NOTICE.-My accounts are now ready up
~ to the first of May, and ALL indebted to
MUST have money, and trust that this call will
be suth lent. ~ r. G.. LOGAN
Fishersville, May 26th i1s6S-tfi Il is y
NOTICE.-On the LIST day of May, assoeia-
IN ted withsme Mr.. John +. Logan of Rock
bridge, and shall continue the mercantile bust
ness in Fishersville, under the name and style of
r. G. s. j. +. LOGAN.
may26-3t Tgt- Il. G.. LOGAN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

IA va FOR SALE.-This tract contains
about 400 acres, of which 100 are in woods, the
rest in grass and cultivated 1.-The whole being di-
vided into fields, all under fence For fertility
of soil and convenience of location this farm is
unsurpassed by any other in the region of coun-
try which it is located 1t lies about two miles
from Leesburg on the turnpike to Washington,
while the Alexandria, Loudoun and Hampshire
Railroad passes through it, leaving switch
Every field has running water through it, and it
contains so acres of fine bottom land, affording a
very fine meadow; also a fine young orchard OF
400 trees ~ -sg
The buildings are somewhat out of repair; but
the dwelling, though old, is comfortable and con-
tains eight rooms There is good clubhouse for
hands, meat house and stone dairy in good re-
pair.
: The health of this place excellent; location
fine; and its advantages are many and great.
Will be sold with the farm, if desired, Furnl-
ture, Stock, Implements, &c. Possession given
in 80 days. ~
Terms 90 per acre e-third in hand and
the balance in |, 2, and years with interest," Sc
cured by deed of trust.
Apply to ORLANDO SMITH,
az Ia
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
GLASS. Stone Dc E0rtTle3laC0re
NTERREKEN 81 WALLER.
lvE 5e.&4 DEALERS IN
CHINA, GLASS, EARTHEN WARE 3


CHINA, GLASS, EARTHEN WARE
HOUSE FURNISHING GOODS.
New Street, Staunton. Va, sign of big Pitcher
may26-tf
OLIVER PLATED CAsTOERs and ICE
may % MERRIKEN & WALLER.
IL SETS, for sale by
may26 MERRIKEN s. WALLER
WATER COOLERS for sale by
w MERRIKEN 81 WALLER.
NRENCH CHINA, &c.-We have just
EN received the largest and prettest assortment
of French China Tea Sets.
and TOILET SETS,
in Staunton, and the CHEAPEST lot of the
BEST WHITE GRANITE WARE
Call and see for yourselves at Whites corner
Main Street.
may12- PIPER, DRAKE q co.
IMPORTANT TO MERCHANTS.
\ WHOLESALE s. RETAIL,
CHINA, GLASS; WHITE GRANITE WARE
AT CHINA HALL.
The subscribers now receiving the largest
stock of WARE ever seen in Staunton, and they
are now prepared to make the following propo-
We can and will sell the best White Granite
Ware at precisely Baltimore prices, with freight
added.
We will only name the prices of some leading
articles.
The best White Granite Handle Teas at 80 cts
per set the identical goods you have to pay IS
cents for at regular jobbing houses in Baltimore
Breakfast, Tea, and Dining Plates at from one
dollar, twenty-five, to one. seventy five cents per
dozen. This is the BEST Granite Ware made
Covered Dishes, Ewers, Basins Dishes, Pitch
ers, Tureens, Sauce Boats, Pickles, Buffers, &c
We are willing to take the invoice of any OBJ
bling house, and duplicate the bill at 10 per cent
advance which we think is about the expenses
incurred in shining to Stanton
@a-In retailing we sell nearly all kinds of
Ware at 40 per cent, lower than before the War,
taking the price of gold as a basis.
We have made arrangements to receive large
additions to our stock every week, and are de-
te1mined to supply any demand made upon us,
and at wonderfully low prices. Our motto is
Quick Sales and Short Profits
ap21--tf PIPER, DRAKE & co.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
Grazing Farm for Sale

" The subscriber wishing to remove West Of
fers for sale privately his farm in the county of
Highland, containing 165 acres. This farm
is situated in Grab Bottom, one mile from New
Hampden and Crab Bottom Mills, on the public
road leading to Monterey and has on it a good
out buildings, and fine spring, and plenty Of
Stock aratef There is fine Orchard of choice
fruts-Peaches, Apples, Cherries, Plums, Pears,
&c, &c rgi.7Fl4
Also 40 acres, lying six miles from the
above farm what is called the Middle Mountain,
so acres improved and under fence with a House
and Barn, and small orchard Of apples and
cherries This land is fine situation for grazing
and ranging cattle.
To any one wishing to purchase, Twill sell the
above farms on reasonable terms. For further
particulars apply to the subscriber, at his resi-
dence on said farm, or address him at New Hamp-
den Highland county, Va
. NAV i2-3n, HENRY WHITE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

Its effects have been most astonishing, doub-
ling the crops and maturing them ten days or two
weeks earlier. Equal to the best brands Of Su-
perphosphate for present crop, although sold on
ly for Thirty Dollars per ton, packed in barrels
of $50 pounds each.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
Special Notices.
vuvO FARMERS AND PLANTERS.

THE LODI MANUFACTURING COMFY,
the Oldest and largest concern of the kind in the
United States, possessing extraordinary facilities
for the manufacture if Fertilizers controlling &c
ctmsively the night-soil, oal, bones and dead an
finals of New York, Brooklyn and Jersey cities,
as also the great Communipaw abbatoirs, offer
for SALE III lots to suit customers 5000 tons of
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

An important Change in the Proprietorship OF
the Warm Springs in Bath County
This ancient and celebrated watering place has
now changed hands and will hereafter be con-
Quoted by SMITH DARRELL, Esq. who. from his
enterprise, liberality and polteness will at once
restore it to the high position and enviable rep
utation it so long enjoyed in the past We pre-
dict for him an unrivalled success.
dec 10-1y# Fge-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
EAE ESTATE For SALE

B ETA r. ESTATE FUaS iAAE.-1 nave
IA in my hands for sale, privately a beautiful
farm of $50 acres of hlid, situated in the up
per end of Fauquier county, Va, distant miles,
respectively, from Markham and Piedmont Sta
TONS on the Manassas Gap Railroad. The land
is divided into eight large fields, each containing
stream of never-f failing water one hundred
acres Of woodland lying either end OF the
farm SO that the whole can be easily divided in
to two maler farms. The whole farm with the
exception of part of two fields, which are in
cultivation are we'll taken in grass, and have
not been cultivated for several years. 3. q
Improvements consist of comfortable dwell
ling house, new and handsomely finished, con-
tanning six good rooms, besides library. pantry,
and store-room, and two large porches, front and
rear All of the out buildings are in good con-
diton.
Adjoining the yard is fne large garden,
handsomely laid off and ornamented with yarl-
ETY. of shrubberry, &C. And at convenient DIS
lance from the dwelling is an apple orchard OF
five hundred trees of the best varieties and a
small vineyard, sufficient for family purposes
From the apple orchard the proprietor realized
$500 last year.
There are churches of all denominations with
in walking distance, and the society Is good.
This property can be purchased low
Apply to .ORLANDO oMlIHl
,roh Stanton. n.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

HUBBARD LIGHT MOWER.-This
z 4 favorite machine is again before the public,
much improved since last summer. For its mer-
its we refer those wishing to buy mowers to the
following gentlemen-a few among the many
who are now using them:
J. & P. Todd, Mt. Solon
James P. Byers, Parnassus,
VIM. B. Cochran, Churchville,
James W. Crawford Staunton,
w. j. d. Bell, I"
David s. Bell Fishersville,
Luke Woodward, Craigsylle,
j. w. McCutchen,
Andrew Cameron, Lexington,
r. j. Glendy, Bath county,
j. c.. Lewis,
VIM. w. Montgomery Deerfeld.
PARKINS, NELSON & CO., Agents.
mav12-2m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
Richmond Produce Market.
Carefully Corrected by w. Tompkins & Bro.
lkSsx>a,a lam scion : ; Al orch o r,tS-
PrIVNtc Sales.

CEX-HOESE Grain Separator For
y SALE.-I have a frst-rate six horse thresh-
ing machine which will sell, at private sale, on
good terms. Address
JACOB HILDEBRAND,
gmayl9-4t Hermitage, Augusta county, Va.
VALUABLE Real Estate for SALE l
Y propose selling my tract of land on Crab
Bottom, in Highland county, Va, containing
1870 acres-90 acres of which are well enclosed
by good fencing. This land is well adapted to
the growth Of Grass, Wheat, Rye, Corn and Oats.
The Improvements are comfortable and substan-
tia for small family. Good, pure living water
is piped to the door of the mansion house. Two
young and thrifty orchards the place, of Sc
lect Fruit Apples, Peaches, Plums, and Cher
ries. On this place is a good School House.
Churches of the various denominations of Chris
tians- Presbyterian, Methodist, Lutheran-alf
within sight, nearly of the homestead. This val
liable tract Of Land lies within two miles of New
Hampden, a thriving little town in which there
are two stores and large merchant mill The
truth is, this is a valuable tract Of land, and
only wish to sell it because it is too small for my
means of Agriculture. There are various other
Improvements on the place unnecessary to men
ton in this advertisement. Any gentleman wish
ing to purchases comfortable home will do we'll
to call on me on the premises, am disposed
to sell the land on liberal terms. fiGs
81 NAV 12-3m KONRAD KREAMER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

UGUSTA LAND FOR SALE.-Hav-
the land on which lately resided. It contains
l6S Acres of first rate quality, of blue slate
land. The improvements are comfortable and
adequate. About forty-fye acres are set IN hrst
quality timber; the rest i'll fine state OF cultiva-
ton, we'll watered, and convenient to schools,
churches, and market. being miles from Staun-
-ton 1t adjoins Abney, Motfett, Towberman,
Lavell and my father.
l will make my terms reasonable.
NV address is Staunton, and my residence near
the premises. ~
feb 4-tf JOHN ,. CHU RCHM MAN.
1R1HE Undersigned offers at private sale
his house and lot on Market street, in the
Eastern part of Staunton,- nearly opposite the
residence of Samuel nj. Woodward.
aug2T-tf H. Il. BLACkBORN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

The acknowledged excellence of these machines,
as grain and grass harvesters, and also the supe-
riority of the dropping attachment over all 9th
ers, renders unnecessary any lengthy remarks as
to the advantages to be derived from their USE
come up to representation they can be returned,
after a fair and impartial trial. All who have
tried them recommend them in the highest terms.
Heretofore the manufacturers have been unable
to supply the demand, and, in consequence of the
superiority of these machines, the demand has
been greatly increased. Farmers, therefore, who
wish to purchase one Of these machines for the.
approaching harvest, should send their orders
Immediately. Persons wishing to see the ma
chine are referred to A. M. Pierce, Staunton Va.
Address, 1. s. MYERS q CO., u
mayl2-8t New Hope Augusta county Va
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

"ORSE RAKES.-We think we are pre-
Ill pared to sell this season as good If not the
best, Steel-Tooth Wheel Horse Rake in the mar
ket The teeth are independent of each other
hence stones, stumps, &c, are no impeachment to
its perfect work 1t has a double acting lever
and boy II years Of age can operate it, Call
and see sample. g q
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
Farming Implements.
PLOWs II wis

to call the attention of farmers and the pub,
lie to my Livingston plows--Nos. /, 8, 4, 5, and
6; all of these numbers will fit the old Bradley
Castings in every way made at or near Midway,
Rockbridge county. I also make very superb
or hillside for two horses, and will have very
good one-horse in time for fall plowing-single
and double shovel plows of. superior style.
s Having carried on the Plow business in South
Western Virginia. for 16 successive years, and
part of the time very extensively lmy sales be-
ing three thousand plows per year,, but having
met with misfortune my operations at present
will be somewhat limited. But if cannot re-
gain my fortune, 1 am determined to secure a
reputation for making the best plows, and OF deal
ing honestly with my customers | have made
the pillow my study, and can make and tit up any
kind of patterns, and would refer to Mr.. ". A.
Burkes as specimens having fitted up all his pat
terms and stocked all his plows which have given
general satisfaction; and by close attentionto my
business, hope to merit portion of your patron
age. Shop-adjoining Staunton nursery imme-
diately on Va. c. R. K. All repairing done in
the very best manner and with dispatch. Cast
ings, Lumber and Produce taken in exchange
Orders addressed to w. j. KELLER, Staun-
ton, will receive prompt attention. -...s
You will find all of these Plows for sale at
BAKER BROS, near Rail Road Depot.
nav Cf-1vr
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

TIME KIRBY REAPER.-We haze just
A sample machine can be seen atour ware house.
We are willing to test the Kirby with any
Reaper now in use and as the General Agent re-
marked, wesioreter to seltdtin theJfeld"'
Call and see the Kirby asst will cost nothing
to look, at it. es..F WOODS s. GILKESON.
An DOZ. GRAIN & GRASS SCYTHES,
1N English and Americana also Snaths,
Rifles and Whet Stones, just received by
4it ia. WOODS s. GILKESON.
CTRAW CUTTERS.-Gale's Copper Strip
= Feed Cutters, a meao and eery superior arti-
cIe lust received and for sale at Factory prices,
freight added. WOODS & GILKESON.
IOHNSTON,S Self:Raking Reaper.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
(VHAMPION WHEAT CLEANER

u Weare agents for the above celebrated Smut
machines, a sample Of which will be in our house
in a few days Mill owners and mllers are re-
quested to call and examine it, and also samples
of wheat passed through the machine.
1t has proved itself the most perfect machine
for Saving, cleaning, and separating grain ever
invented Isl WOODS u GlLk ESON.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

MOODS Il GILKESON, Agents for
w WALTER A. WOODS MOWERS, to
which were awarded Three Grand Gold Medals
at the Paris Exposition, and the Inventor receiy-
ed from the hands of the EMPEROR NAPO-
LEON The Grand Cold Gross and Legion of
Honor Every mower warranted. or no sale
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
THE MARKEIS.
Stanton Prices Current.
Corrected Every Week by H. Kerr & Bro.
8 " WHOLESALE PRICES

STAUNTON, June l., 1863.
OUR. Fam, $123; Extra, $11.75 Sup. $40. IS
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

WORTH Ladies and Gents Kid
DOUO Gloves, just received by
mavl2 HILB s. WELLER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02
Double Refined POutlrette

Made from night-soil, blood, bones and offal,
ground to powder y -
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

before purchasing elsewhere.
We have also now in store Floor and Stair
Carpets, Floor and Table Oil Cloths, and many
other things too numerous to mention.
Call and examine for yourselves.
mavl2 HILB s. WELLER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1868-06-02

a TRENTON, FARMERS.-Buckeye
n Reaper s. Mower with johnson Self-Rake
and Droppine Attachment, Sweepstakes Sepa-
rator Wagner and Mathis Drills, Wheel Horse
Rakes Cider Mills, Corn Shelters, Sewing Ma
chimes, and Lambs Family Knitting Machine.
Call on or address, w. N. BUSH, Agt,
NAV 26-1m - s'% WaynesborO, Va.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1868-10-16
elbow Chilly the Evening. in October"

How Chilly the Evenings In October"
This IL . common remark, yet how few think OF
the danger Of exposing themselves to their innu'
sncess In all low, marshy localities Agus and
fever prevail ut this season Of the year. In this
disease there Is invariably more or less derange-
ment Of the liver aud digestive organs. The rem
sdiss usually reIortsd to have reference 70 pre-
venting the paroxysm or breaking up tho chill'.
n this IL effected without removing the cause, q
relapse Is Inevitable. HOSTETTEBS STOMACH
DITrERs strike directly at the foundation OF the
evil by acting directly the liver and correcting
digestion. The cause being removed, the parox-
ysm will cease, and the chills cannot return
When the patient 10 weak and dsbilitated, the
BlTTERs should DO resortsd to. - they will
strengthen and tone the stomach, allsy all ner-
vous irritation, and lnfuse renewed animation
Into the Hitherto dropping sp rits. without entail
Ing the danger Of reaction.
HOsrETTER'S STOMACH BlTTERs 10 truly
. PREVENTIVE medicine, rendering even the feeblest
ffams impsrvious to all malarious influences T,
and, Is q stomacho and anti.bllious medicine II 10
Incompatible, and no one, who values his health
can AFFORD to do without II. Fortify the system
with this iuestimsble tonic and invigorsnf. and
the 'Chilis Of October Evenings" will have no
terrors for you. Oct.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1868-10-16

When birds wing is broken by fowl
or, can Il DO SAID To have been q defective
few?
A, wha, time shonld an innkeeper visit
an iron foundry H-when he wants TO get
bar made.
When does a rogue think he gets "a
drop too much ?"-when he gets the hang.
mans.
The best way to get nlong with people
who are "set up by pride" 10 to upset their
pride and them too.
II lover finds a pleasant note from his
sweetheart stuck in his keyhole, IL Is key
note 10 his heart.
"No man in England thinks Of blacking
his own boots" said an Englishman to
Mr.. Lincoln. "whose boots does he
blaek?" Mr.. Lincoln quietly asked.
A new disease called the "swolen ton
que" has broken out in the West. il is
confirmed to democratic localities, and the
effect produces on The patient 20 paFulyzes
speech TINT the best Of them can only say,
'Rah fila a.
The friendship of most men in these
days 10 like some plants in the water, which
have broad leaves on its surface. but scarce
" any roo, NJ all like lemons, cold within,
hot without f; full expressions, empty inten.
tons; speak loud and do little; like drums
and ,rumpeis and ensigns in battle, which
make noise and show, but act nothing
mere friendships In preience and compli.
ment, that can how handsomely, and prom
Use emphatically, and speak plausibly. and
forget oil. Hut true, real, active friend,
whose words nre The windows Of his heart,
the noti6ers of his affeciion-such friend
Is rare. and hardly to DO found.