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The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1871-09-19

or TIE probabilities of the nomination
e. Of General BUTLER for Governor OF
Massachusetts, appear to be growing.
The Federal ofice-hO.ders are said TO
be working Tor him as TIC Admins,
.ltration candidate aud it is said, fur
lhermore, that with this NJ. EouTwEhL
A" is.greatly dissatisfied, and that in the
event of M. BUvLR's nomination
there will be formidable boil lie
has proved Himself a far more ugly
customer than he was estimated. Oh
course as n plurality vote elects, the
q Democrats are growing ip hopefalncss
that Mr.. ADAMS will~beat,is.neSt Gov.
crnor OF the Staten i
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per annunl.
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vice is gratis.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
Staunto1t Sgettator.
Tuesday, Ap9SJ 20, 1871.
The Civil War in France.

With the terrible fighting around Paris du-
ring the past week, and the continued discom-
hture OF the communists, has come increasing
commotion among the people and desperation
among the governing elements in the city
Another revolution is believed to be imminent,
the commune and the central committee hav-
ing come in direct conflict, which has resulted
in the arrest of the latter, charged with nego-
tiating with M. Theirs for the betrayal of
Paris. Upon this comes the indignation of
the national guard, and they threaten to arrest
the commune unless the committee is released.
The Versailles army continues active opera
tons on the left bank of the Seine, and is con-
centrating at Puteaux and Courbevoie, on the
northwest of Paris, apparently with the inten-
ton of attacking Levallois and Villers. Dom
browski, the commander of the communist
forces, is discouraged at the inef6ciency of bis
officers, but hope, with the aid of gunboats,
which will be ready in day or two, to oper-
ate more successfully against the advancing
army of Versailles.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
CONGRESSIONAL PROCEEDINGs.

GIhSI OESSl0N OF END CONGRESS.
SENATE. "Wednesday, April 10th. The dis
agreement OF the House to the conference re-
port upon the Ku-Kux bill, was announced,
and new committee appointed. The report
OF the second Conference Committee on the
deficiency Appropriation bill was adopted =
Ihe Senate then took a recess until g. 80 P. M.
HoUsE.-The House was called to order, af-
ter the recess, at 1890 A. M. Announcement
was made that the Senate insisted upon its
amendments, and asked new conference on
the Deficiency bill, and that it had agreed to
the conference report upon the Ku-Klux bill
new conference committee was appointed
upon the Deficiency Appropriation bill. The
conference report on the Ku-Klux bill was Ia
ken up, and Mr.. Shellabarger made a speech
in favor of it. The House then adjourned,
and 10 short time was called to order for the
session of Wednesday. The discussion of the
Au-kiuX report was resumed, and q number
OF speeches were made, developing a very
strong opposition to the Sherman amendment.
A vote was finally taken, and the report was
rejected-yeas Il, nays LOG. A new confer
ence committee was then appointed The re-
port OF the first conference committee on the
Deficiency Appropriation bill was also rejected,
and new committee ordered Shortly after
the second committee made report. which
was agreed to, and the bill passed
SENATE. Thursday, April 2Oth.-The GUS
tomary committee to wait on the President was
appointed.
AT 1915 P. NJ, the Senate went into execu-
tive session.
When the doors were reopened, the commit
tee reported that the President had an addi
tional communication to make to Congress.
At L. NJ. the President pro tenn declared
the Senate adjourned until December next.
HOUSE. AT the expiration Of the recess,
the House was called to order
The clerk Of the Senate announced that the
Senate had agreed to the report of the commit
tee OF conference On the Ku- Klux bill, and had
passed concurrent resolution to adjourn at 2
0 clock z. NJ.
The conference committee on the Ku-Klux
bill made report, which was adopted after a
short dlscusslon--yeas 3d. nays "A.
The House adjourned at 1855 A. NJ, and
was called to order shortly afterwards for the
session of Thursday. The Senate resolution
for final adjournment was concurred in
JOINT resolution was passed, asserting the
power of the House to make or withhold APP
preparations for carrying out the provisions OF
treaties involving the outlay of money.
Mr. Butler made personal explanation In
relation to his difficulty with Senator Davis of
Kentucky, in which he also referred to Mr..
Farnsworth.
Mr.. FarnsWorth replied 10 scathing denun-
citation of Butler, whom he charged with ''gorg
ing himself with public treasure.
Mr.. Beck replied to Buffers attack on Sem
ator Davis. Several unimportant bills we're
disposed of.
At 2 o'clock, P NJ, the Speaker declared
the House adjourned sane die
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

part Of the country, or in the deprivation of
any man OF his rights under the Constitution.
1t is to protect and perpetuate the rights
which every freeman cherishes, to revive in all
hearts the feelings of friendship, affection and
harmony, which are the best guarantees of
law and order, and to throw around the hum
blest citizen, wherever he may be, the protec-
ting @gis of those safeguards of personal lib
erty which the fundamental laws of the land
assure, that we invoke the aid of all good men
IN the work Of peace and reconciliation.
We invite their generous cooperation, ire
spective of all former differences of opinion,
so that the harsh voice of discord may be ST.
fenced; that new and dangerous sectional ag-
taxation, direct and indirect, may be reduced
to the lowest point consistent with good faith
to every just national obligation, and with a
strictly economical administration of the Gov
eminent. and that the States may be restored,
in their integrity and true relation to our Fed
eral TJniop
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
Rlack-An nuifted.

The trial of Harry Crawford Black, 10 Fred
erick. Maryland indicted for killing VIM. w.
McKaig, jr., in Cumberland, Nd, on the 18th
of last October, was concluded on Friday last,
and the prisoner was acquitted, much to the
joy of the persons present. Black shot Nc
Kaig for the crime of seducing his sister. Hon.
Dan'l W. Voorhees, was one Of the counsel
for the defence He stated that. for the last
200 years no jury had punished a man for slay-
ing the seducer Of wife or sister," This
is the public sentiment of this country.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
The Ku-Klux Bill not Needed.

That able republican journal, the New York
Post, has some more sensible words in regard
to the Ku-Klux bill. and gives some irrefuta-
bic proofs that it is not needed OF thirteen
Governors of Southern States ten are republic
can, one is a conservative, and two are demo-
Gratis. We fnd, the writer says, that from
Alabama, which has democratic Governor,
and from Virginia, which has conservative .
Governor no Ku-Klux outrages are reported.
Tennessee, siuce the last election, has been
guieted. Missouri, in which special amnes-
ty act was carried at the last election, is quiet
But, as the disorders occur In those States only
which have republican Governors, how is it
that those Governors do not call upon the
President, as they have the constitutional right
to do? La addition to this, the leading repub-
hcan papers Of the country are opposed to it;
and if the President should sign this bill, Civ
ing him, as it does, enormous, dangerous and
unconstitutional powers-and sign it in the
face of the re moGstrances Of Southern repub-
lcans-would be not tasks the POST stand con-
demned before public opinion as grasping after
the most dangerous and unconstitutional pow
ers, and that without the shadow of an excuse,
his own party in the States in which it is pre-
tended that this legislation is necessary, oppo-
sing it?
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

From the Washington Patriot of Tuesday
last, we learn that Hon. John T. Harris, the
Representative Of this District In Congress,
was one Of the speakers at the large meeting
held in Georgetown, on Monday night of last
week, in behalf Of the election of the able and
eloquent Richard T. Merrick, the candidate OF
the Democratic party Of washington Terri
tory formerly the District of Columbia-to
represent them in Congress. Speeches were
made on this occasion by Richard T. Merrick,
candidate for Congress, VIM. l.. Dunlap, can
didate for the House of Delegates, and by
Hon. John Richie of Maryland, Hon. VIM.
NJ. Merrick of Maryland, and by Judge Moore
and Hon. inc. Z. Harris, Of Virginia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
Appointments.

The following is list of appointments made
by the Annual Conference of the African M.
E.. Church, which adjourned its session in this
place on last Tuesday:
Norfolk District. Jonathan B. Hampton,
T. E.-Norfolk station, J B. Hamilton; Nor
folk mission. T. Mccoy; Hampton, j. Z. Nor
ris; Norfolk circuit, j. B. Lewis.
Portsmouth District.-J. r. Lane. P. E.
Portsmouth station, j. E. Lane; Portsmouth
mission, to be supplied Suffolk. r. Govans !;
Deep Greek, r. H. Parker; Smithfed, Shad
rack Jones.
Richmond District w. D. w. Schureman
P. E. Richmond station, w. D. w. SEIZURE
man; Richmond mission, NJ. Marshall; Ches-
terfeld mission, Henry Hallard; Prospect,
Geo. Jimison; Boydton, L. W. Lee; Char
lotte g. H., to be supplied Pittsylvania c.
H., P. Nj. Only; Petersburg, to be supplied.
Staunton District w. B. Derrick, p E.
Stanton station, W. B. Derrick Greenville,
J. A. Scott; Mint Spring, r. j. Gasaway !;
Culpeper Court house, TO be supplied, Middle
brook, to be supplied; Gordonsville, to be sup
Piled
Salem District -Jacklin Strange, P. E.
Salem station, J. Strange; Cave Spring, J.
E. w. Moore; Rocky Mount, G.. W. Pinck-
ert; Mount Lebanon, J. H. Riddicks.
| WytheviUe District John Ell. Offer. P. E.
Wythevie station, j. Henry Offer; Blacks
burg station, w. F. Williams; Pleasant Grove,
Geo. Williams; Wake Forrest. to be supplied
Winchester District john w. Digs, P.
E. Winchester, j. Wesley Diggs; Midway,
R. Armstead Duhield, to be supplied.
Eastern Shore Dtstrict.-Aaron Pendell, P.
E.-Eastville circuit, A. Pendell; Pungo-
league, Thos. NJ. Cole; Onancock, r. Davis !;
Modistown, P. Shepherd.
Isaac j. Hill transferred to New York Con-
ference
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
CUPERHOR STOCK OF IMPORTED
AND

- ~ . WIN NE 1--WE EOkS IL
Domestic Liquors.
My stock of Liquors is now unusually large
and OF very superior quality. invite the atten-
ton of purchasers to the following list, all of
which are of excellent quality, and will be sold
at the very lowest price.
Augusta and Rockbridge Whisky.
Robinson Tennessee do
Fine French Brandy,
Old Apple Brandy,
Ginger and Black berry Brandy,
Madeira, Sherry, Port and Champagne Wines
Holland Gin, Jamaica Rum,
Irish and Scotch Whisky,
Scotch Ale and London Porter
Stoughton and other superior Bitters,
All Of which guarantee to sell as low as any
house in the trade. A call is respectfully re
quested from my numerous friends and the pub
lie generally.
aplS-toM29 VIM. WHOLLY.
AIDES AND GENTLEMEN, TAKE
IL Notice-Beautiful Spring Styles of Dress
Goods, Dry Goods lotions Hats and
MILLINERY,
have been received at j. w. MENTIONS cheap
cash store, Augusta street, next door to the
Spectator office.
rs l have secured the services of a lady of ex-
perience and taste to take charge of my
MILLINERY DEPARTMENT,
who will make it equal to any in the city. A
call is solicited from the Ladies.
Very Respectfully,
vINILDEN Il Co.'s Fluid Extracts of
Cinchona, Buchu,
Prickly Ash,
Spigelia, Dandelion,
Aconite Leaves, sold by
Dr. B. P. REESE & co.
NAULIFLOWER
v so cents per bottle
r. D. SEARS. agent
ERENCH MUSTARD
IL 80 cents per bottle
X d. SEARS, agent.
nOOLEY'S YEAST POWDERS
~ Is cents per bottle
h. d. SEARS, agent
GOFT SOAP
y 335 cents per gallon
4. d. SEARS, agent.
Il SLIPS per dozen
r. D. SEARS agent.
u $l.25 to $l.75 per dozen
r. d. SEARS, agent.
CAET CELLARS
- 70 cents apiece
r. D. SEARS, agent.
DEARL CANS
IL 90 cents apiece
R. D. SEARS, agent.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
AUCTION Sales.
NOMMusSIONERS, SATE-Rv

III
" OF decree of the Circuit Court of Augusta
county, entered on the 18th day of November,
1870. in the consolidated causes of ''Wilson VS..
Brewer and wife, &c." and 'Gouyne, &C., vs.
same" the undersigned commissioners appoint
ed by said decree, will proceed upon the prem
ises, on Saturday. May 18th, 1871, to sell the
tract of land bought by Brewer and wife IF Lou
don Koontz. and now in the occupancy of Sam
uel G. Wilson, containing 1909 acres.
This land lies about three-fourths of a mile
from Churchville, on Whisky creek, and is fine
land About 20 acres are in timber, aud the bal
ance Is in cultivation, and in grass 1t has upon
1t comfortable buildings and good orchard.
1t is rarely that tract of land of the size and
quality OF this, comes into market, and it is wor-
thy OF the attention of persons wanting SUCH
Terms Of sale.-Enough cash in hand to pay
costs OF suits and sale, and the balance upon
credits OF one, two, three and four years. for
bonds with approved security, bearing interest,
and tue title to the land retained as ultimate Sc
curity.
Sale to commence at IL O'Clock, A. M.
apll-tds MARSHALL HANGER.
II. Nj. BELL
Commissioners
N; B.-Growing crop of wheat and oats on
tho laDd
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

The South is indebted exclusively to General
Grant for the present effort in Congress to de-
stroy the authority Of the States over their
own territory, and put the South under mil
itary despotism. Congress had turned its back
upon all unfriendly legislation, had even kick
ed Butler infamous bill under the table and
was ready to adjourn and leave the country in
peace, when the ''Let-us have Peace" Presi-
dent sent in message demanding q renewal of
the war upon the South.
1t is important to bear this fact in mind, and
to remember that Grant is even more rascal
than his party in Congress.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

The New York San says that last year near
ly all the Republicans in the New York Legis-
lature were bought with money and paid for
with price, and not word of complaint was
uttered by any Republican paper; now that
only one is bought, the welkin is made TO ring.
What is the reason Of the difference? Why,
the reason is palpable the sighted gentle
men are indignant at the slight put upon them.
One man has received the whole bounty, and
they are left cut in the cold
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

IF the French had fought the Germans along
the frontiers as vigorously and fercely as they
have lately been fighting each other, the con-
dition of France might have been very differ
ent from what it is. The volume Of history
presents no stranger page than the one which
records the history Of the civil war around
Paris now going On, in the presence Of the
German army, which has just finished the con-
quest Of France.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
& PRENG 4 SUMMER MiLLINERY.


y Mrs. NJ. E. FAGAN & SISTER are now re-
ceiving large and more complete stock of Mil
linery and Fancy Goods than ever before. All
the novelties of the season-Straw and Neapol-
American Flowers; lace Collars and Cuffs al
so lace handkerchiefs. Also full line of the
celebrated Joseph kid glove, which are war
ranted. Corsets of all kinds and prices; soaps,
new style chignons and curls, with all the new
arrangements for the hair, and will show their
customers how to dress the hair to suit the Clip
sy hats and bonnets. Orders from the country
solicited and promptly filed
They adopt the cash system, which will avoid
trouble and save 20 per cent to customers and
merchants. They pledge themselves to give en-
tire satisfaction to all who may favor them with
their patti onage, and will sell as cheap as the
cheapest. Store next door to Dr. Arthur's
n. B.-Pattern Bonnets will be opened Satur-
day, May 9th.
VACATEON.-In the Clerks office of
Il the Circuit Court for Augusta county, April
18th, 1871
Is. L. Bagby Plaintiff,
AGAINST
Charity Sinclair, T. K. Mccain, J. w. James,
Admir- of Enos Hord, and j. W. James, admir-
of Ambrose Hord, Defendants-In Chancery-
upon an Injunction.
The object of this suit is to injoin and restrain
the said Charity Sinclair. her agents and attor-
MES, and all others, from all further proceedings
upon Judgment of the Circuit Court of Au
gusta, obtained at the November term, 1870, in
the name of said Sinclair against said Bagby,
for the sum of S125O.OO debt with interest there
on from January 1st 1862, till paid, and $50 OF,
costs of suit, subject to a credit of $500, one
years interest-in the Bill and Exhibits men.
toned-until the further order of the Court.
The Defendant. T. K. McCann, not having
entered his appearance, and it appearing by sat
isfactory evidence that he is not resident of this
State: 1t is ordered that he do appear here with
in one month after due publication of this no.
tice and do what is necessary to protect his in
terest. Copy-teste,
j. N. RYAN, Clerk.
BALDWIN & COCHRAN, pq ap25-4w
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

George Fl. Pendlcton has declined to permit
his name to be used as q candidate for Cover
nor before the approaching Democratic Con-
vention in Ohio. The impression now seems
to obtain that George McCook will receive the
nomination
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

NOMMESSHONEN'S SALE of valuable
" Real Estate.-By virtue of decree of the
Circuit Court of Augusta county, rendered in the
case OF Hartman VS. Byers ct ais, / will proceed
on Friday, the 2lst day of April, 1871, to sell
OF land containing eighty acres, situated on the
Churchville road, about two and one-haf miles
from Staunton, adjoining the lands of William
A. Bell and others.
Terms-So much in hand as will pay the costs
of suit and sale, and the remainder in three
equal instalments, payable, respectively, in one,
two and three years from the date of sale, with
interest from said ,date-the purchaser giving
bond with approved personal security, and the
title retained as ultimate security
JAMES BUMGARDNER Jr
mar2S-tds Commissioners
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
Shenandoah Valley Railroad.

At general meeting of the stockholders of
the Shenandoah Valley Railroad Company,
held al Charlestown, West Virginia, on Tues
day last Thomas Scott, lst Vice President of
the Pennsylvania Central Railroad, was elected
President, vice P. B. Borst. Ten directors
were elected, among them p. B. Borst, A. R.
Boteler, j. NJ Walker and A. s. Ashby. The
Pennsylvania Improvement Company subscri-
bed 81 900, 600 to the stock of the road, $780,
600 of which was paid.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

The laws of Georgia require that all the le-
gal advertising of the respective counties shall
be done in the nearest newspaper having the
largest circulation, OR general circulation in
the county"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

The Virginia Telegraph Company have COM
pleted their line as far as Harrisonburg. When
they complete it TO this place, Harrisonburg
can be furnished with news by telegraph from
the Queen City Of the Valley"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

VENKUSTEE'S SALE.-By virtue of a deed
4 of trust executed to me by John S. New
man, dated the 1st day of March, 1853, I will
proceed to sell on the premises, at public auc-
ton on Saturday. the 18th day of May, 1871, a
6oro, fronting on the street leading from Bells
Mill to the depot, bounded on the East by the
South river, on the North by the lot cow enient
for railroad purposes, and on the South by the
lot belonging to the estate CT Joseph Brown.
Said lot contains an acre of land more or less
end on it there is log dwelling and various out
houses. The title is believed to be good but,
acting as trustee, l will convey only such title
as is vested in me.
Terms made known on day of SALE
j. MARSHALL HANGER,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

The Lynchburg Republican states, upon
what it says is the ''best authority that
there is numerous and powerful organization
of horse-thieves in Franklin county, whose
depredations are of almost weekly occurrence,
and not by any means confined to either the
whites or negroes -
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
LOTS F6lR SAE-E-T6

VALUABLE LOTS FOR SAE1E.-The
undersigned hereby offers for sale. on ac-
commodating terms a number of desirable lots
varying IN size from one to four acres, near to
ana west OF the corporation line and north of the
Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad A number of
them fronts on what is known as the Old Middle
brook road which departs from the Parkersburg
turnpike near the corporation line and leads by
Piper's brickyard to my residence
Streets and alleys have been LAID off as will
appear from an inspection of plat of the lots at
the law office of Messrs. Smith IL Elder. Those
desiring either building or pasture lots would do
we'll to look at them
Apply to Stuart, Lilley & Co., Real Estate
Agents or to the Undersigned
VIM. j. SHUMATE.
may3-tf Vindcator copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

Qua NAY ELECTIoNs.-On the 25th of May
next the annual election viii occur in Virginia
The officers will be chosen for each township
One Supervisor, one Assessor, one Township
Clerk, one Collector, one Commissioner OF
Roads, aud one Overseer Of the Poor, TO hold
their Offices for one year, and one Justice OF
the Peace and one Constable who shall hold
their Offices for three years.
THE NEXT PRESIDENT Davis, of
the Supreme Court of the United States, and
a resident of Illinois, is the latest man talked
1872. He is conservative, and not an ex-
IRENE democrat. He is an uncle Of the late
Hon. Henry Winter Davis, of Baltimore, and
gentleman of fine abilities.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

Col. Albert Pike, of Arkansas, has been the
editor and proprietor of no less than twenty
five different newspapers, two-thirds Of which
he boasts Of killing.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25

Judge E. B. Hall has decided that the act
of the West Virginia Legislature removing the
county-seat of Jefferson county from Shep-
herdstown to Charlestown is unconstitu tional.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1871-04-25
NOK EaS's sAa-E ,1 50 S.- :

n tVNa VA ASSEON f. a. = SALE ga R1lA u ~ :.
~ By virtue of decree of the Circuit Court
OF Augusta county, rendered on the 18th day OF
Novem Der, 1870. in the case of George Greaver
against Robert G. Bickle, &c, the undersigned
who was appointed special commissioner tor
that purpose by said Decree will, on Friday, the
18th day of April, 1871, at IL o. clock, A M, pro-
coed to sell at public auction, on the premises.
to the highest bidder, tract of one hundred and
ffty-one and one-half acres of land, in the bill
and proceedings in said cause mentioned and de-
scribed.
Terms of sale.-So much cash in hand as will
pay the costs of suit and sale, including COM
mission, and the residue credit of one
two, and three years, taking from the purchaser
bonds properly stamped, bearing interest from
the date of sale. with good personal security for
the deferred instruments, and the title to be re-
tanned as ultimate security, until the whole of
the purchase money is paid.
This land is located in Augusta county, ad-
joining the lands of JOS T. Mitchell and others
about three miles from Staunton and one mile
South of the Ches & D. 4. Il.
The improvements consist of u comfortable
dwelling and necessary out houses.
MARSHALL HANGER