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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

The Condition of Virginia.
On Christmas day communication signed
"Senex" appeared in the Richmond Wing,
advocating change of policy by the Conser-
vatives of this State The writer, who is I'M
derstood to be gentleman of distinction and
influence, takes the ground that the Under
wood Constitution will probably be forced upon
us unless we avert the calamity by agreeing to
universal suffrage. He thereupon proposes
that Constitution unbodying universal suf-
frage and universal amnesty be presented to
Congress with a request that it, as well as the
other instrument, be submitted to the vote OF
the people of Virginia. Another correspon-
dent of the Wing, who signs himself Angus
tai expresses the belief that majority of the
people of this county will approve the scheme
proposed by ''Senex" In the absence of the
editor of the Spectator, we do not feel at liber-
ty to say more than that we think Augusta
is mistaken in regard to the sentiment of our
people. The Washington correspondent of
the Baltimore Gazette, in his letter OF the
29th, says:
1.-THE condition of Virginia, beyond perad
venture, is critical, and there are some gentle.
men now here whose conservative status ana
general intelligence are unquestioned, who seem
inclined to think that the people OF that State
have it in their power to prevent greater wrongs
by anticipating some of the certain and una
voidable demands Of their oppressors: The
Immediate concession of negro suffrage by the
Legislature, it is thought by these gentlemen,
Whose views are fairly represented by the Wri-
ter of the recent editorials upon this subject in
the hatelligencer-himself Virginian,) would
mollify the bitterness of Radical hatred. Alas
the history of the past three years furnishes
indubitable evidence that concessions but Whet
the edge of Radical vengeance.
The case of Georgia is in point, The peo-
pie there complied with every demand Of Con-
gress. They adopted Constitution recogn---
zing negro suffrage to the fullest extent, and
carrying but literally and equitably the whole
Internal Congressional system of reconstruc-
tion." The Constitution as adopted was sub
mitted to Congress, and adopted by it without
syllable of objection. Yet the State did not
bow down to heather gods, and what do we
see Arkansas even went further. She not
only did all that was required by the legislation
of Congress, but (if the election returns are to
be credited) actually voted the Radical ma
tionap' ticket Did this subserviency save her
from the deliberate Inauguration OF system OF
robbery, arson, murder and wholesale fape
committed by negro troops under the auspices,
If not under the Immediate command OF Fed
eral military satraps!
But it may be imagined that an utter aban-
donment of the last vestige of manhood might
operate favorably upon what is termed here
the Conservative wing Of the Republican
party in Congress. Vain hope! These men
are the mere echoes of Northern hate. fanatl-
cism and revenge"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

The Baltimore Gazette says that 'one of the
strongest illustrations of the manner in which
Congress alters its policy Of reconstruction to
meet the exigencies of the Radical party, is
presented by the State OF Georgia. In that
State all the conditions exacted by the different
Reconstruction acts were implicitly complied
with. The State Constitution, made in pur-
suance of the will of Congress, passed the scru-
tiny Of that critical and captious body On
the 2lst Of July, 1868, the President, by proc
lamation, announced the fact that Georgia was
"entitled and admitted to representation in
Congress as State of the Union" In pur-
suance Of the sanction by Congress of the
State Constitution, and the subsequent of
fetal recognition by the President, seven
members from Georgia, duly elected, took
with them to Washington tReir proper Gre
dentials and were admitted to seats in the
House Of Representatives. By this final
act the whole of the measures necessary in the
opinion of Congress, to rehabilitate Georgia
were rounded and completed, and thus, what
ever she might have been previously, in the
opinion Of the Radicals-she became once more
clothed with certain rights and privileges as
State of the Union.
Since then, however, Georgia has exhibited
wilfulness in the choice of her Senators-both
Union men-Which does not satisfy the de-
mands of the extreme Radicals. The conse-
quence has been that feud has grown up be-
tween the two wings Of the party in that State,
and the carpet-baggers, ambitious of wrestling
from their opponents all offices Of trust and
profit, have sought, as usual, the intervention
Of Congress. The plea is that "a part of the
members of the State Legislature which rati-
fed the Constitutional Amendment were inei-
gible to hold their seats as such, and therefore
that their action in the premises was void and
the amendment was not legally ratified"
Gov. Bullock has, therefore, drawn up bill
for the action Of Congress revoking the admis-
sion of Georgia, and calling for the reconstruc-
ton Of that reconstructed State in the interest
of the negroes, who are debarred from becom-
ing State legislators, and in that of the extreme
Radicals, who are anxious that the process Of
reconstruction shall be gone through with over
and over again, SO long as there is money to be
made out of it, or their right to hold office and
retain it in perpetuity is successfully disputed"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

Z AND Az SALE.-In pursuance of deed
IL of trust executed to me by William S.
Hanger and wife. dated 23rd of March, 1861, 1
will proceed on the premises,
TUESDAY, THE 18th OF JANUARY
next. to sell at public sale to the highest bidder.
a tract of land in SAID county, Tor so much as may
be necessary, on the waters of Christians Creek
about six miles from Staqnton, in the possession
of j. Wayne Splitter, and containing about 500
acres. The land is of good quality in fine Gull
tivation and the improvements are excellent.
and it is altogether, very desirable estate.
TERMS Costs of sale in hand; balance in
equal instalmenti at six, twelve and eighteen
months, bearing interest, with good personal Sc
curity, and retaining title.
dec8-4t NICHO. K. TROUT, Trustee.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO RAILRoAD-We
learn that sale of Chesapeake and Ohio Rail-
road bonds has been made in London at 500. so.
Upon the receipt of this agreeable news the
bonds were put up to par in this country. This
sale puts the company at entire ease with ref
erence to their present engagements
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05
Important Decision in Reference to Building
Associations

The following decision of the Commissioner
OF Internal Revenue has been rendered:
SIR: In reply to yours in regard to a GER
tain real estate and building company loaning
money on real estate, have to say that COM
paDy is liable to special tax as bankers, as per
section 10, paragraph l, of act Of June 30th
1864, which says: Every person, firm or
company having a place of business where
bullion, bills of exchange or promissory, notes,
is regarded as bankers. This comprehends
the loaning Of money on real estate. AS bank
ers,, this company should also make return
each month Of the amount Of capital used, for
the tax OF one-half Of one quarter per cent, as
provided in section no. act of juno 30th 1868"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

VIRGINIA EXPRESS COMPANY. COM
pany, which has been operating on various
lines of railroad, We learn, has sold out its en-
tire rights, interests and effects, to the South
ern Express Company, the sale to take effect
from and after Jan. lst.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05
There were thirty three hundred bankrupt
cases in Virginia during the year 1868.

NEW EXPRESS ARRANGEMENTS ar~
rangement has been made between the Virginia
Express Company, the Adams Express Com
pany, and the Southern Express Company, by
which the Virginia Express Company will with
draw from all the railroad lines except from
Baltimore to Washington, Lynchburg to Pc
tersburg, and Petersburg to Norfolk. The
ter. in connection with the Adams and South
ern Express Companies, from StauntoE, Gov
ington, Harrisonburg, and over all the stage
lines in Virginia west of the mountains.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05
What a Radical Congressman says.

The editor of the Norfolk Tuginaan lately
addressed circulars to many members of Con-
gress, asking their opinion as to the new poll
tical scheme proposed in this State Here is
the reply Of Senator Pomeroy of Kansas, ara
wing Radical, who evidently wrote under the i'm
preston that the editor circular was Radical
document:
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

AE0NEY LOST.-Lost a Pocket Book
W. containing about $40 in SIS, $40, and $50
bills. It is believed to have been lost between
Bruce's corner, and the Post Office. The finder
will be literally rewarded by leaving the same
at G. A. Heller's, Bruce's Corner
Jan Sit
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

SERIOUS ACCIDENT. young man named
Felix Ialiaferro, In attempting to jump on car
of the Orange mail train at Orange Court
House, on Tuesday, lost his footing and fell on
the track. The wheels Of the rear car passed
tower his knee and ankle, crushing it so badly as
to render amputation necessarv
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

PROGRESS OF THE SOUTH. to the
report of the Internal Revenue Commissioner,
the ten Southern States paid into the national
treasury during the year ending June 30th,
1868, the handsome sum OF thlrty-tWo millions
and three quarters. This is large increase
over previous years since the war, and shows
that the South is again on the high road to
wealth and influence. York Herald.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

The whole amount of taxes collected in the
ten impoverished States of the South and paid
into the Treasury for the year ending June 80,
1868, was $50, 764, S28.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

PUBLIo-No. "a
AN ACT prescribing an oath Of office to be
taken BY persons from whom legal disabilities
shall have been removed.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of
Representatives of the United States of Amer
lea, in Congress assembled; That whenever any
person who has participated in the rebellion,
and from whom all legal disabilities arising
therefrom have been removed by act of Com
gress by vote Of two thirds Of each House,
has been or shall be elected or appointed to any
Office or place of trust in or under the govern
ment Of the United States, he shall, before
entering upon the duties thereof, instead of the
oath prescribed by the act of July End, eighteen
hundred and sixty two, take and subscribe the
following oath OF affirmation I, A. b., do
solemnly swear Tor affirml that [ will support
and defend the Constitution Of the United
States against all enemies, foreign and domestic
that will bear true faith and allegiance to the
same that [ take this obligation freely without
any mental reservation or purpose Of evasion ;
and that will we'll and faithfully discharge the
duties of the Office on which am about to enter
So help me God
Approved July H. 1868
By command of Brevet Maj-Gencral Stone
man.
S. E. CHALFIN,
q
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

At meeting of the republican party of
Rockingham county held at the court house
Monday, 2lst the following gentleman were
recommended to General Stonemen for ap-
pointment to the Offices named: Clerk of Cir
cult Court, r. A. Gray; Clerk of County
Court, Charles Lewis; Commonwealth Attor-
ney, Colonel Charles Ell. Lewis; Sheriff, NJ
man W. Cave.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

The Baltimore San tells the following story
A few days ago respectfully dressed lady APP
peared at General Grants headquarters and
asked his influence to secure an office under the
government, enforcing her application upon the
plea that she had two sons killed in the late
war. General Grant heard her story and then
turned her over to Gen. Dent instructing him
to further inquire into the matter, and if the
case was really worthy one to use his Grants s.
name in recommending her for a position in
one Of the departments. General Dent in
turn, listened to her story, and finally asked her
under what general her sons were serving when
they lost their lives? The lady hesitated and
finally replied, "Well to tell the truth, sir, one
was serving under General Ewell and the other
under Colonel Mosby." The interview termin-
ated at once, and General Grant did not indorse
the application for position.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

A tremendous hog, standing three feet
SIX inches in height, eight feet six inches long,
and weighing 1900 pounds, was lately shipped
to New York from Columbia county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

Cost OF RECONSTRUCTION. During the
year 1868 the enormous amount 81 200. 600
was paid out to the troops stationed in Virgin
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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

A New York correspondent states that Chief
Justice chase on Tuesday morning, In CONVEX
satlon with reference to the effect OF the Presi-
dent amnesty proclamation on jefferson Da-
Wis case, intimated that the country had proEs
ably. heard the last of that case but that If
would sp end GIn e rest ms Of 'T S d days ' WS his
friends In England.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

In Adams county, ILL.,, having voting pop.
ulation of ten thousand, ninety-six divorces
have been granted within month.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

Paul de Cassagnac, editor of the Paris Pay
has already fought upwards of sixty duels, an,
has been wounded in only four Of them
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

They have found out in Prussia still more
effective weapon than the needle gun. 1t is
called the Morganstern rifle
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05
@Ar 900 WORTH OF FIRST
70 Il CaVsHa5 GLASS STAPLE s. FAN
CY DsY GOODS NOW OFFERED AT
COST FOR CASH!

OOo1 IO1I CHOH
With view to change In our business, we pro-
pose now to offer, until the 1st of February, our
large and we'll assorted stock of
STAPLE & FANCY DRY GOODS,
at Prime Cost for CASH.
1t consists of q handsome variety of Cloths,
Cassimeres, Vestings. Dress Goods, Calicoes,
Ginghams Flannels, Bleached and Brown Cot
TONS and Sheetings, Irish Linens Table Damask
Cambricks, MusGns, Handkerchiefs, Gloves
Shawls, Furs, Shoes, Embroideries, Laces &c
KAYSER 81 YOUNG.
?. S.-Those indebted to us will be required
to make early payment.
jan5-3t
TERMS CASH
Positively no goods sold on credit during the
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

SENSIBLE REsoLUTIoNs.-The negroes in
Perry county, Mississippi, have formed Dem
ocratic club. and have adopted several resolu-
tons, of which the following copied from an
exchange) are a sample:
1st. That the carpet-baggers won't do, but
that the Southern whites will.
Cd That the carpet-baggers can't do, but
that the Southern whites can.
Sd. That the carpet-baggers can't be trust
ed but that the whites can.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05
ACK ERMAN IL 60.
Stanton, January 9Th, 1869.

Ct@uhtou, oIil, 1COJs
EvAEK PLAY! MT. SoLoN, VA,
January 1st, 1862
From this date / shall practice medicine on q
system approximating, cash Sixty, or ninety
days at the .farthest will be all the time 1 will
branches of business compels me to take this
course. l intend this plan to be absolute, and
shall find fault with none who may seek medical
aid elsewhere if they do so on better terms
This notice does not apply to persons who have
paid me promptly in money and supplies when
ever demanded; nor to the very poor who can
always have my services gratis.
Persons indebted to will please pay up, as
cannot employ collector except at the expense
of those owing me. need all kinds of supplies
highest market prices.
Jan 5-2t ]. E. LOCKRIDGE, MD.
IA ANEED.-Copies of the Spectator of the
W following dates: January 18th and April
18th liberal price and many thanks will be
given for these numbers of the Spectator left at
this office.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05
N AUGUSTA COUNTY COURT.


;, In view of the fact that the vote taken upon
the question of subscription by the County of
Augusta for stock in the Valley Railroad Com
pany, on the 5th day Of December, (present
month"; was under very disadvantageous circum-
stances in consequence of the extreme inclem
eney Of the weather when said vote was taken,
and that there was not a fair expression of the
wishes of the people on the subject and the fur
Their fact of there being informalty in not swear
ing the Commissioners at some of the precincts,
and returning the Poll Books to the proper office
within the time prescribed by law
It is ordered, That the Sheriff of this county
and the Commissioners of Election, at the sever
al Election precincts, on
S4TURIAal, THE 9TH day of FEBR UARY
1862 open polls at said precincts, and take the
sense of the voters of said county upon the ques-
ton whether the County Court of Augusta Co,
shall subscribe Three Hundred Thousand Dol
lars 100000 to the stock OF the Valley Railroad
Company, TO- be paid in the bonds of said coun-
ty at any time within twenty COZ years. the in
terest thereon to be paid semi-annually, said
Polls to be taken in conformity with the provis-
ions of the military commandment of this District
and subject to his approval.
Copy-Teste,
inn 5--tda MN A RJTPNTTrr Crl-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05
AUCTION Sales,
SALE0E

IA LIZ ~ " "A L.
" UABLE FARM-Under decree of the
Circuit Court rendered at the November term.
1868, l will proceed to sell, on the premises on
M 5ae6 ~. THE lST DAY OF FEBRUARY,
Walker, decd. This farm consists of aboTt S3O
Acres. situated on Middle River, adjoining the
lands of DR.. B. F. Walker and s. b. Finley
about y = miles east Of the Valley Turnpike, and
about IL miles from Stanton. The land is all
OF the very best quality and there is about 100
acres of No. l River Bottom
The improvements consist of two dwellings,
one large brick house, containing rooms-4
above and below, with basement story the
other is q log house containing rooms; a good.
large stable and all necessary outbuiIdings.-
There is good orchard of summer and winter
fruit on the place.
by the commissioners of court. One parcel con-
tains about 100 acres, with the brick dwelling.
and the other about 230 acres, with the log dwell
ling
TERMS DE sALE.-So much cash in bepd as will
pay the costs of sale, and for the residue a cred
1T OF six, twelve, tweuty-four and tbirtv-six
months, IN equal payments, from the day of sale,
the purchaser to give bond with personal seen,
my anu the Title 10 De retained as ultimate Sc
curly curly GEO. S. WALKER
deczz-tds Commissioner.
ETLOkAL HELL FOR SALE.-The sub
Il scriber offers for sale publicly on
SAT s11 "a me 9th day Of January 1869,
Glossbrenner, and acres of land attached sit.
uated one mile from Churchville in Augusta
County. Inns is an excellent home All the
buildings are new and good 1t contains GOOD
fruit and good water.
RACHEL v BARGER,
decZZ-tds Churchville, Va,
DUBLHC SALE.-As agent for the heirs of
Il George Zimmerman, dec d, / will offer for
sale, on the premises, at public auction, on
FRIDAY, THE 8IJH DAP OF JANUARY
1862 the valuable tact of land on which the said
Zimmerman resided at the time of his death, w.
ing 81 miles Northwest OF Staunton, ADJOINING
the lands of John Trimble, Samuel X. TavIor
Joseph Houseman and others, containing, by re-
cent survey, 167 acres. About 100 acres of
said tract are cleared, and in a high state of i'm
provement, and well adapted to the growth of
grain and grass; the residue is equal in quality
to any upland in the county, and very heavily
timbered. The improvements consist of small
frame DWELLING HOUSE, with four rooms.
n tolerably good barn, eorn-crib, and other out
buildings
At the same time and place. as administrator
of the said Zimmerman, will sell his personal
property consisting of Horses, Cattle among
them several fine Milk Cows Corn, HAY. Farm
ing Implements, Household and Kitchen Furn
be sold for one-thrd cash, and the balance in one
and two years. with interest. Bonds to be exc
cuted with personal security, and the legal title
retained until the last one is paid
Personal Property on a credit of months for
all sums over Sl0 under that sum- cash.
The land will be shown to any one desiring to
examine it before the day of sale, by Mr. Argen-
who resides on it.
W. B. KAYSER, Agent for
dthe heirs and Admir- of Geo. Zimmerman.
decl5-4t
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

RANDOLPH MACON CoLLEGE.-The ami
versary celebration Of the Franklin Society of
this College will take place on the 18th inst, at
o'clock, P. NJ. Eulogist-J. Harmon, Of
Alabama; First Orator-W. W. Smith, Of Va.
Second Orator-R G. Shorter, Of Alabama.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

Qualification for Office.

The following order from military headquar-
ters, announcing the oath required Of persons
whose disabilities have been removed by Con-
gress when they take Office, was promulgated
on Saturday:
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-01-05

MAILER VgANTED.-I wish to employ
lVH a miller to take charge of my Touring mill
at Covington, Va.
A miller who can come well recommended for
capacity and honesty will find constant employ
ment and good wages None other need apply.
A man with family preferred. Apply to A. S.
Kinney, Staunton, or to the undersigned
t. McALLISTER, Covington.
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