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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24
For the Spectator.

MT. SoLoN August 18th, 1862
Mr., Editor Our neighborhood has been
blessed with fine shower of rain, perhaps too
late for corn. l wish to give the wheat product
lty On the fine farm of Maj. J. NJ. McCue, ITO
acres produced $500 bushels of excellent wheat,
about 40 acres being corn stubble averaging
nearly 2! bushels per acre-no fertilizer applied
or very little
On the farm of D. Newton Van Lear, 90 acres
produced 1900 bushels wheat, averaging nearly
II bushels per aere--20 acres Of which Were corn
stubble
On the farm of j. H g. ?. Todd, 60 acres pro
duced 1874 bushels, averaging fraction over 26
bushels per acre, IS acres of corn stubbleno fer
tilizers used
We here have aggregate of 26o acres pro-
anc,ng o,5l4 bushels, and averaging about III
Dushels OF wheat per acre.
Can Rockingham beat this? Dor.
The policeman who murdered poor Kelly
goes scot tree. Such is the result OF the farce,
miscaed trial, before the military commits
sloner, undoubtedly organized, in this case, to
dcqnt. That the evidence adduced before the
civil authorities, and especially the dying dec
laration of poor Kelly, was amply sufficient to
show the guilt of the accused, cannot be
doubted by any intelligent mind. But the
tor the prisoner throughout the whole affair,
which had prepared the public TO expect pre-
cisely what has now been announced
Well the despairing cry of an oppressed
people is: eve are in the hands Of the Phil
istines. and so, ''Let us have peace. "-En-
QuTT.
If the oath is offered it will be by General
Grant, in contradiction of his platform and
his pledges, and we may as well prepare to
meet that issue. Then, if it come, We shall be
ready for it; if it shall not come, we will have
had better understanding with eaph other
Enquirer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

Since the commencement of Randolph Ma
con College, in June. DR.. Duncan and Rev. ".
B. Rowzie have raised s20, AIS towards its en-
dowment
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24
Southern Land and Emigration Soc

We have received the circular of the South
ern Land and Emigration Co., of Washington
city, the purposes Of which are SO thoroughly
in keeping with our own views that we hail the
organization as timely one. We most heart
lily extend to the organization all the influence
at our command. We make the following ex-
tract of its purposes
st is the intention of the Company to pro-
mote and encourage under democratic and con-
sentative auspices, such class of emigration
to the Southern States as will be most accepta-
bic to the native white population thereof,
thereby establishing a feeling of harmony and
friendship, and counteracting, as far as may be
possible, the radical influences which are busily
engaged in usurping power and dominion in
that section of the country"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24
Ne9C Advertisements.

NOTICE.-Having increased my facilities
IN for the manufacture of heavy castings, L
desire to call the attention of Iron Masters to
Players Patent HOT BLAST STOVES, for
satisfaction in all the Iron producing districts,
both in this country and Europe; also to w est
mans Patent ROASTING KILN, for calcining
Iron Ores I have secured the exclusive rights
of both these great improvements in the Southern
States.
am still manufacturing mill and other ma
chirery. both heavy and light, of the very best
material and workmanship and at short notice
I am still making the best Livingston Flows
ever putsup in the State. "A large lot made for
the Fall trade
Particular attention paid to repairing all kinds
of old machinery.
Steam Engines, the best Governors in the mar
ket.
Va From this time forward my terms are cash
or its equivalent, and will not be departed from
me to conduct my business on the credit system
au24-3m w. A. BURKE.
OMM1SS1ONER'S Safely virtue
~ of decree of the Circuit Court of Augusta
county in the case of Hope VS.. Hope and ais
will sell, on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1Sth
desirable and comfortable residence situated on
Frederick street in the town of Staunton, owned
and occupied by the late Robert j. Hope in his
lifetime. The lot attached to the premises is
sp<sCiouS handsomely iIlpfOFou, anu contains
convenient out-buildings of every description.
TERMs.-So much in hand as will pay costs of
sale and the remainder in three equal install
ments. payable respectively in six, eighteen and
thirty months from date of SALE secured by bond
with approved personal security aud the title re-
tanned as ultimate security.
JAMES BUMGARDNER, JR.,
auN-tds Commissioner.
DUBLIC SALE OF LAND.-Intendng
Il to remove West l will offer at public sale,
on SATURDAY. the End day Of October, the
tract Of land on which now reside, near New
Hope, containing 4S1 acres. two-thirds of
which is cleared, the balance in good timber.
The improvements consist Of new frame dwell
ling of four rooms, and other necessary out build
ings. A good well of er-faing water in the
yard.
Terms made known on day of SALE
augA-tds# DAVID FLORY
g. TKAYED from her pasture near Staunton,
y a pale RED cow, with short tail, white
along her back. a small lump on one side. Any
information leading to her recovery will be thank
fully received and suitably rewarded
augN-1t G.. T. COCHRAN.
u 0NG RYE STRAW wanted at Staunton
IA Nurseries. We will thresh it for the par
ties, pay the highest cash price when thresh-
ed. Apply to TANNEHILL & WHEAT,
aug24-4t or RICHARDSON s. WHEAT.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

On Monday week, a colored man named Wv
at received fatal injuries, by becoming en-
tangled in a threshing machine on the farm Of
Colonel Munford Radford, near Forest depot.
in Bedford county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

The cornerstone Of the new Southern Meth
odist church to be erected at Darkesville, in
Berkely county, will be laid On the second Sat
urday in September. The Masons, Odd Eel
lows, and other orders from all the surrounding
counties have been invited, and will be in at
tendance. Dinner and refreshments of al!
kinds will be provided. A band Of music will
be in attendance. Rev. DR.. Head and Reys
W. S. Baird and j. t. CLARK will be the speak
ers on the occasion.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24
AatctiO3: Sales.
1oNszzSsHONER.s SALE OH

v and Lot in the town of Staunton.-In pur-
suance of decree in the suit of Collins, &c. rs.
Collins infants rendered by the County Court of
missioner sell publicly upon the premises, on
WEDNESDAY,, the i5T'H OF SEPTEMBER,
1869, the house and lot in the town of Staunton
occupied by the late Mrs. Mary Collins at the
time of her death. This property is located on
far from the corporation line and nearly opposite
the new brick buildings of VIM. H. Tams, Esq
The lot contains nearly one-fourth of an acre ;
the house is a substantial wood structure, nearly
TERMS Enough in hand to defray the costs of
sale and this suit; four hundred dollars six
months from day of sale, and the residue in two
equal stalmenls-payable Nov. Goth, $780, and
Nov 10Th, 1871, respectively. For the deferred
payments, bonds with approved personal secu-
rity bearing interest from the day of sale will be
required and the title retained as further security
aug17-tds VIM. II. GORMAN,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

The name of Mr.. Emerson Etheridge having
been mentioned as candidate for Speaker of
the Tennessee Senate. that gentleman has pub
lished card to say that III no event will he
consent TO the use Of his name for the place
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

The delay in letting the public know exactly,
and by official authority, what is to be done in
The case of Virginia, is not only vexatious and
annoying-but, according to some accounts, is
having deleterious influence upon the material
interests Of the State, in so far as they are af
teeted by northern capitalists and business men.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

We learn from the Register that Mr.. Jno
Cline, son of Christian Cline, of this county,
has Purchased the farm of Mr.. Michael B.
Kline, On Linvils Greek in Rockingham coun-
~, for the sum of 5000 being about $50 per
acre
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

4 New York paper recently devoted eel!
umn TO the explosion of the idea that kerosene
Is non explosive, and presented an array of facts
which would discourage all prudent persons
from using it in their dwellings.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

The barn of Mr. Philip Cabel, in Bucking
ham county, was destroyed by fire on Saturday
week. 1t contaiend, at the time l,800 bushels
Of wheat, one fine threshing machine and other
valuable property, all Of which was consumed.
The work OF an incendiary.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

The Baltimore Gazette remarks, wit truth,
that throughout the whole of its dealings with
the South, the Radical party has proceeded On
the ''heads | win, tails you lose' system.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

The London Post thinks it is quite probable
that the sale and purchase of Cuba will be
shortly efected-and is of the opinion that the
best thing Spain can do, is to sell.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

The ''Imperialist, in New York, revives the
old story of Gen. Jacksons having made a
formal proposal to Gen. Lee, at the battle of
Fredericksburg, to have the city bombarded,
and then for him, (Gen. J.. to march in his
corps, of twenty thousand men, stripped to the
waist, with unloaded muskets, and bayonet
every man in the city who had shirt on his
back There was some talk in camp, at the
time, among the Confederate soldiers, that if
Gen. J. had been permitted, he would have
gone into Fredericksburg and driven the Federal
troops OUTPUT the tale to which reference is
made, is altogether without foundation-as has
been stated over and over again. by all qualified
to know.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

On Saturday, the 18th, Capper Springs, sit
uated some Is miles west of Winchester we're
sold at public sale, by Col. L. I. Moore, Trus-
tee, To Mr.. G. 4. White, of Rockbridee conn
~; the price paid being Sl1, 100.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

The Radical papers are at their old tricks,
representing every breach Of the peace that oc-
ours in Virginia, as the result of the late rebel
triumph, as they affect to call the election of
Mr.. Walker. If black man is shot while
men get to quarreling at roadside GROCERY,
and one knocks another down, it is another
rebel outrage IF man falls down in an
apoplectic fit, it is terrible ''rebe outrage -
Aler. Gazette
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

In reference to the proposition to enforce the
iron-clad oath-to exclude from their seats such
members elect of the Legislature as cannot
take it, and give them to Radicals who were
defeated. the Ner York Tribune Horace Gree
lyl says
I'VE protest against this programme as in
Eolving perfdy, iniquity, and most stupen-
dous bIunder'
In the same article, Greely says
st would be crime and blunder at war
with the very cornerstone Of Republicanlsm.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

I'D GckingssaTsl FEMALE Hnsaitute..
Ia HARRISONBURG, VA.
Rev. p. nj. CUSTER, PRINCIPAL.

Rev. ?. IT. CUSTER, w 1900. Principal.
The next session Of this Institution will COM
mence on the 18th of September, 1869, and close
on the 18th of June, 1870
The Principal, who has had an experience of
more than tw enty years in teaching, will be aided
by competent instructors in all the departments.
TERMS:
One-half payable in advance, the other Feb 10
Board, exclusive of light and washing $3.50 90
Higher English branches. .................. 40 90
Urinary ..................... 80 90
Ancient and Modern Languages EACH. 20 90
Music so OO
Drawing and Painting, ......... ..........d 80 90
For full information address
Rev. P. M. CUSTER, Principal
aug24-1m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

The last report from Washington, in rela-
ton to Virginia affairs u.s. that the impression
is gaining ground that the Legislature will not
assemble till Congress meets, and that it will be
left to the latter body to solve the question
How long this impression is to remain, we
do not know
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

Mr.. Jefferson Davis is now making tour
through Scotland, accompanied by DR. Charles
Mackay.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

1t appears that no body has yet been able to
see the comet which the newspapers reported
could be seen in the Northern heavens. We
learn that great many "obseyTegs have been
looking for Il. IN vain.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

MARK THIs.-Counterfeit ten dollar notes
are in circulation. Now how can you detect
them? Easily enough Ia the genuine i'm
preston the left wing of the eagle has four rows
of feathers distinctly marked. In the counter
felt these are obscure and mingled
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

The firm of ellis & Whittlesey, in the pub
LEGATION of the Richmond State Journal, has
been dissolved, and Mr.. ellis will continue the
publication of the paper.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24
HESHENGS IL BAILEY.
q Booksellers and Stationers.

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" booksellers and Stationers.
20 Baltimore street. Baltimore, Nd.
The largest and best assorted Stock IN the city of
SCHOOL,, LAW, DENTAL, MEDICAL
CLASSICAL AND
MISCELLANEOUS BOOKS
Genera! Bank and Counting House Stationery
OF all kinds Blank Books made to order in any
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aug24-6m+
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LID SISCO BROTHERS,
MANUFACTURERS OF REGALIA, JEWELS, LODGE
PARAPHERNALIA, &c, FOR
Masons, 0. 0. F., Red Men, knights OF Pythias
and all other Societies
BANNERS, FLAGS, SHIP SIGNALS, &c.
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W. Price List furnished upon applicati8 o.
au24-3m%
FHOCE2 ET-ROOK STOLEN.-On the
Il night of the 10Th inst there was stolen from
the subscriber his pocket-book containing about
two dollars in money and bond of one hundred
dollars executed to him by Mr. H. H. Hamilton.
Persons are, therefore, hereby warned against
buying or trading for said bond, as thesAmount
due on twill not be paid to any otkers person
than to the subscriber.
au24-3tx JOHN BROWN (Colored.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

propose selling my farm in Augusta coun-
limestone and~iies 10 miles Northwest S STIR from
Staunton, and . miles South Of Stribling' 8
Springs, Elk Rum a tributary Of Middle River:
passes through the farm dividing it into two
equal parts Elk Run is a never failing stream
OF pure water. The whole of the tract is enclos-
cd by good, substantial fencing, About so acres
of the tract is densey set with forest trees such
as Walnut, Hickory and Oak.
The improvements on the farm are first class
tor this country-arge and commodious dwell
ling house, good Swisher barn, good stables, good
corn-crbs, and other ut-houses Good pure
and failing spring water near the residence
wishing to change my locality and my business
is not sold before the 26th day of August 1862
will on that day expose to sale the said farm by
way OF public auction, to the highest bidder [
Will also on the 26th of August next, sell at pub
nc sale to the highest bidder variety Of person
al property, such as household and kitchen furn-
!tnre farming implements, horses, cattle, hogs.
5OO or 6OU bushels Of wheat 700 or 500 bushels of
oats, 10 or 20 tons of good timothy hay, &C.
1t any alteration shall be deemed necessary as
to the terms of the above advertised sale the pub
lie shall be in due time notified thereof.
july20-5ts GEORGE B. DUNLAP.
Postponement.-Th sale of the land ad-
vertised above has been postponed to THURS
sonal property will not be sold.
aug24-tds G. B. DUNLAP.
UORSES STOLEN---&4O REWARD.
Ill On the night of the 10Th inst, two mares
were stolen in the neighborhoof of Stuart Draft
IN Augusta county. One the property of John
D. Harris. and the other that of VIM. 3. Kremer.
Mr. Harris mare was light sorrel, years old,
about ID hands high, white except on back
part of left fore leg above the knee, caused by a
kick, and two saddle scalds on left side of back
thick withers, name rubbed off by collar, and
small lump on right shoulder.
MI. kremer mare was dark BAY or brown,
between and years old, 154 or 16 hands high,
heavy set, in good order little white on one hind
foot, little lump on back caused by saddle
A reward of $50 each will be given for the re-
covery OF one or both Of them, or for such infor-
nation as will lead 10 their recovery.
JOHN E. HARRIS
aug24-tf VIM B. KREMER
n ENElNI Wr.a
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24
A sSery Desirable Store House for


wv hor ns DE s stn the 1st day Of Septem-
valuable tract of GRASS-LAND c ,aige ana
$500 acres, lying in the Mlngo Flats 'al Rang
dolph county, West Virginia Ire tract . can u, ho
dlviaea 20 st purchasers. Sale to take place on
the premises. Terms-One-third cash rame; IN
der in one and two years. e ieii'aiil-
SGnGa ayy7ol JOHN d. STERRETT.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24
From the Shenandoah Valley.
A CARD FROM JUDGE HARRIS
New MARKET, Va Julv 3 I,

- a., u1y 9,
Hon. JOHN T. HARRIS Dear Sir-As Won
will see, New Market was unmoved BY the many
reports in circulation in regard to you on the
day of the election. cannot think it possible
that the charge made against YOU Of having
joined the Union League, and other like reports,
can be true. Do you not owe it to you friends
to let them hear from you?
Very truly, yours, G. r. CALVERT.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

.ua' tAe oussis uiaoo against you OF having
joined the Union League, and other like reports,
can be true. Do you not owe it to YOU friends
to let them hear from you?
Very truly, yours, G. r. CALVERT.
HARRIsoNBURG, Va. Aug. Q, 1869.
Z. K. CALVERT, ESQ, lily Dear Sir
Yours of the Sth ult. was duly received. and
have delayed an answer until I could show. by
facts and figures. the falsity of the charge to
which you refer.
On Saturday previous to the election I start
ed for Lexington, to address the people of Rock
bridge, at their Court on Monday. | did adj
dress them, and at once-left for my home, where
arrived about Ii O'Clock on the morning of
the election.
Upon my arrival, found the excitement run.
ming very high, and the report in circulation that
on Saturday night previous / had Joined the
Union League In Staunton, and had come back
mere clandestihely and had taken the cars for
Winchester to perfect my arrangement with the
League there. This was not only reported. but
they were prepared to prore it. when the truth is
at the very hour they aledged and said they could
prooe l took the cars here was sixty miles dis
tant in an opposite direction from Winchester
This charge, and those of similar import were
circulated all over the District as far as money
teegraphs, steam engines, horse-iesh and poll
ticlans could take them thus making the charge
simultaneously at almost every place in the Dis
trlct And it was charged and reported, in con-
slderatlon of my union with the League, that the
Rev. E. ?. Phelps had withdrawn as candidate
IN my favor. This was also extensively circulat-
ed No man has ever been held to prone a me-
gataue until some attempt has been made to prove
the charge. None such has been made vet 1 will
d1sprore the allegations. Below is the statement
of the leading Republicans of Staunton, with
whom 1t was charged | made the transfer of my
self to the "Radicals:' -
'ln justice to truth and Judge Harris, we state
that the report that he did, on Saturday, the 3rd
day OF July, or at any time, connect himself with
the Republican party at Staunton, or in any way
make pledges to it, is without the shadow of foun-
dation On the contrary, none W ere asked or ex-
pected. DR.. Phelps had uniformly said he was
not candidate, and had authorized us to say so
before Judge Harris came to Stanton Such of
us as voted for him, did upon his public speech
es and record The politicians of his own party
refused to let his name go on the jFalkes ticket
and as is usually the case with minorities, they
voted for the candidate of the opposite party, who
is ignored by its politicians. He was not the cam
didate of the Republican party in any sense ofthe
term, nor was he voted for as such Neither was
Dr. Phelps withdrawn in has favor. We simply
announced the fact that he was not a candidate,
and thus left the Republicans free to vote between
the two candidates of the Walker party.
WIZ. S. HERR,
JNo A. BLUME,
A. {. MAUPIN
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

4 MD FUR SALE will CHI ,r;7,.o7..oi----
- my farm lying on the waters Of Of Nakssd
C Creek IN Augusta county, adjoining the Lands Of
!; Gyros Brown, Dsniel Craun, and others There
granary, wash-house, stone sprinr- bo un calo;
me me water IN the yard, and three Orchards of So
rees tror suppose further description is un
as those wishing to purchase will ex
acres in the tract. p AZ 9TH IP9 lou
feb9-tf ' n Nohh1 L.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1869-08-24

nR. L. B. SPENCER has in his hands
~ some four or five valuable farms for sale.
situated in the lower end Of Augusta and upper
edge of Rockingham counties. Address Mt Me-
ridian, Augusta county, Va.
our1O-2fM
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1869-09-09

Select guetrg.
INDIAN SUMMER.

just before the death Of the flowers,
And before they are buried Ia the spow,
There comes u festival season,
When nature is all aglow--
Aglow with a mystical splendor
That rivals the brightness OF spring
Aglow with beauty more tender
Than ought which fair summer could bring.
Some spirit akin TO the rainbow
Then borrows It's magical dyes,
And mantles the far spreading landscape
In hues that bewilder the eyes.
The sun from bis cloud-pillowed chamber,
Smiles solt on 4 yisiOn so gay,
And dreams that his favorite children,
The Flowers, have not yet passed away.
There's luminous mist on the mountains,
light, azure hare In the air,
As angels, while heayenward soaring,
=, Had left their bright robes floating there;
The breeze is so soft, so earessing,
IL seems a mute token of love,
And hoats to the heart like A. blessing
From some happy spirit above.
These days, 50 serene and so charming,
Awaken a dreamy delight
A trcmulous, fearful enjoyment,
Like soft strains Of music at night;
We know they are fading and fleeing,
Ihat quickly, tho quickly. they'll end,
And we wEtch them with yearning affection
As at parting we watch n dear friend.
oh beautiful Indian Summeri
Thou favorite child Of the year
Thou darling, whom nature enrichcs
With gifts and adornments so dear.
How fain would we WOO thee to linger
On mountains and meadows awhile,
For our hearts, like the sweet haupts OF Nature
Rejoice and grow young in thy smile.
Nns al A.. Al 4 n