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Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

No HoME.-No home. What g misfor-
tune I! How sad the thought There are
thousands who know nothing Of the blessed
influences of comfortable homes, mearely be
cause of want Of thrift, or from dissipated
habits Youth spent in frivolous anuse-
mcnts and demoralizing associations, leaving
them at middle age, when the physical and
intellectual man should be in its greatest
vigor, enervated and without a lauduble
ambition. Friends long since lost, conf
dencc gone, and nothing to look to in old
age but mere federation in the community
where they should be ornaments. No home
to fly to when wearied with the struggles in
cident to life no wife to cheer them in their
dependency no children to amuse them,
and no virtuous household to give zest to
the Joys of life All is blank, and there is
10 hope or succor except that which is CIV
en- out by the hands of private Or public
charities. When the family Of the industri-
GUS and sober citizens gather around the
cheerful fire of 3 wintry day, the homeless
man is Sc, king shelter in the cells of a sta
tion-house, or begging for nights rest in
the out building of one who started in life
at the same time, with no greater advanta-
ges; but honesty and industry built up that
home, while dissipation destroyed the other.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03
SAVE SOMETHING -Sava

SAVE SoMErH1Na.-Save something, 10
matter how little it may be, always save
something. Never turn away your head
from small savings they are the foundation
of great ones. A penny is not much
Many a man would rather throw away q
penny than pick it up, if it lay before him.
Yet penny day is nearly four dollars a
year, four dollars is the interest of nearly
one hundred dollars capital. "Waste not,
want not, is and old saying and he who
is extravagant enough to cast idly away
what can be made useful, though it be but
trife, may expect to see the day when even
that tribe would be acceptable,
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

TOMATOES FROM CUTTINGS George Hen
ming, Saratoga, N. Y, plants his tomato
seeds in January and February, and when
the plants are FIVE or six inches high, cuts
off the tops just above the seed-leaves, and
sets them out as cuttings in properly pre-
pared hot-bed, where they take root and
grow, in April they are transplanted to cold
frames, and finally set out in the open
ground. Mr.. Henning claims that by this
treatment the plants have better roots than
when allowed to retain their original ones,
and that they bear earlier and are more pro-
ductive.
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I'lae Suburbs of Jerusalem.

We leave the city, says a writer in Al
the Year Round, by the Damascus gate,
which is close to our hotel. and skirting It's
walls, traverse the road overhapging7 the
Valley of Hiusona, and SO, past the modern
Eaglish burial ground and the Potter's
Field, we are soon on the main road to
Hebron. The sun gains power every min
ute, and the lizards and chameleons are
darting radidly in and out oftheir homss ex-
posed to its rays. On the bank rising from
the opposite side Ct Hinucm stands a row ct
neat modern dwellings, which would not
look out of place in the ncighborhood Of
Battersea They are the new almshouse
erected by Sir Moses Montcfore for INDECENT
Jews, and are all occupied. But, as was
our inyariable experience in Jerusalem and
its vicinity, the real and apocryphal tradi-
tons crowd upon us SO quickly, that We
have difficulty in mastering the externals of
each. Ga that lonely and blighted tree,
seen high mp to the left yonder, Judas Isca-
riot is said to have hanged himself 1t is
close to the ruins of the house of Calaphas,
the high priest, and on the naked crown of
the Hill Of Evil Counsel, which rises abrupt
ly on the north side of the ravine before us.
The Potter's Field consists of broad natu-
raj terrace halfway up this ravino, Hinnom
below it and the house of Calaphas above
The photographs and pictures of this spot
make it gloomier than it appears in reality,
by reason of their almost invariably bringing
its harsh rocks and ancient burial places in
to prominent relief. BY these means that
aceursed and blighted look is given it which
accords SO we'll with its shocking traditions,
but which is as we decided, misleading -
The Potters Field is more fertile than tn.
rest of the ground near. The olive flourish
es on ii, and the view over the valley and
towards Zion is comprehensive and pictu-
rescue
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

A HAPPY HoME.-Six things are -requi-
tite to create ga happy home" Integrity
must be the architect and tidiness the up
holstcrer. 1t must be warmed by affection
and lighted up with checrfulncss, and in
dustry must be the ventilator, renewing the
atmosphere aud bringing in fresh salubrity
day by day; while over all, as protecting
glory and canopy, nothing will suffice ex-
cept the glory ef God.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

ALEX. STUART, ORLANDO SMITH
=. D. LILLEY, fHoS O. ELDER
CTUART, LILLEY 4 co.
REAL ESTAT TIE AGENTS.,
STANTON, VA,
Offer their services for the sale of Real Estate of
avery description in all parts OF Virginia, especi-
Allyin the
VALLEY AND PIEDMONT DISTRICTS.
We wish only the COP .rol ofsuch lands rs ow-
ners are really DESTROYS ofselling at fair prices.
Wemake no charge for advertising or showing
ands unless sale be effected.
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DIANOS! PIANOS 1T is admitted by
every one, that the KNABE PIANOS
which l have brought here the best to be
found in the whole community and beyond COM
petition.
These Pianos were selected by me personally
at the Factory in Baltimore and as shall visit
Baltimore again in short time I would be glad
to select instruments for those wishing to pur-
chase.
In addition to these magnificent Instruments
which have received IS Premiums in this country
and Europe can furnish a cheap Piano, which
| can sell for $50 less than any other Manufac-
tured in thecountry-and warrant them for five
years
For further particulars address,
E. LOUIS IDE,
Gay6-3mos Staunton, Va.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

MATERIAL INFLUENCE. When enc sees
femily of children going to school in we'll
mended clothing, it tells a great deal in ia
vor of their mother; one might vouch that
those children learn some valuable lessons
at home, whatever they may be taught at
school,
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

BUsYBoDIEs. Beware of busybodles. A
man who NEEDLES in other peoples affairs,
is sue to make mischief He generally
NEEDLES to serve himself, and consea uently
puts different constructions on the same
things when said to different people. so that
the most innocent words get distorted into
applications which those who used them
never intended they should bear.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

Corner Of Frederick and Mor1et Streets
Having recently erecte commodious stables
upon these grounds, weare gratifed toannounce
to the public generally, and our friends, that we
have stocked them with every adjunct to COM
| plete Livery, Our horses are young fresh fast
and well broken Buggies. Carriages &C,
new and of the latest style, and our drivers Sc
| lected with special reference to the comfort and
| safety Of our patrons.
| Pleasure parties accommodated at all hour
with single or double buggies, riding horses, 70
ladies and gentlemen, Carriages, Spring wagon
&c. Parties wishing to visit Weyer's Cav
would do we'll to give us call.
Horses fed by the day, month or year, at usual
rates.
Special attention given to the sale of stock
| Hoping, by strict attention to our own bust
ness, to merit a continuance Of the favor shown
US in other places, we respectfully solicit share
! of the public patronage. apr22-tf
r UMBER, LUMBER.
IL CO-PARTNERSHIP.
R. H Bell and G. R. Mathews having this day
bought out the entire interest of 7. B. Cauthorn
in the ''Steam Saw Mill'' of Hughes & Cauthorn
| and having formed a partnership with Mr.. G.. P i.
Hughes, will continue the Lumber business at
| their Lumber Yard on the Va. q. R. R., near
Milboro' Depot.
Are prepared to furnish Lumber in any guam
tity, and at reasonable prices.
Letters on business or orders should be ad
dressed to HUGHES l. CO.,
Cady's Tunnel P. O.,
May 4th 1868. Bath Co.. Va.
I take this method of returning my thanks to
the public for their kind and liberal patronage
and bespeak a con tinuance of the same towards
the above firm. Mr.. G. P. Hughes is hereby
authorized to settle up the business of the late
firm of Hughes& Cauthorn.
mayl5' es-tf T.B. CAUTHORN.
NEW GOODs-ELEGANT
~ AND COMPLETE STOCK AT
IF. M. YOUNG's
CASH STORE.
4 HOUSE FULL
AND MORE no CONE.
| no BE 81 7ISFIED
COME AND SEE THEM
| We will spell out and translate the French
| count the pieces. Then we will tell you the cash
price and be sure to make the Gale. Everything
| in dry goods at the lowest cash price.
| octl4-2m. F. NJ. YOUNG.
NEW BAR AND
IN RESTAURANT!
| CORNER OF AUGUSTA ST. & SPRING LANE.
I have just opened, at the above stand, an as
sortment of fine Liquors, of all descriptions,
which will be served in the best styles.
| Oysters, fresh and fine, received daily and
served by the plate in any style desired, or sold
| by the quantity.
Meals and snacks at all hours
Relying on past reputation as caterer, and
promising satisfaction, respectfully solicit call
from the public.
oct14-1m* JOHN PEER.
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A writer says it is doubtful, in his mind
whether it is not better to devote half of
ores energies in learning to live on very
small income, than to devote all of ones
energies in struggling and waiting misera-
bly, for very large i1come."
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sioth makes all things difficult. but in.
dustry, all easy; and he that sea lat must
trot all day. and shall scarce overtake his
business at night, while laziness travels SC
slowly that poverty soon oyertak as him.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

CHARITY The desire of power in excess
caused the angels to fall the desire of
knowledge in excess caused man to fall but
in charity there is no excess, neither can an
gel nor man come in danger by it,
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

RESTORING WHITE FLANNEL. To restore
the original appearance of white flannel
which has turned ycllowlsh by lying for a
long time, Or by wear, soak for an hour in
weak solution of hisulphite Of soda then
add little dilute muriatic acid stir well,
and cover the vessel for twenty minutes
After this. take the flannel ont, rinse in
plenty of soft water, and dry in the SUM-
The flannel will he purely white,
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03
Poetry,
From the University (Va.) Magaznel
Influence.

AOIi tuC OAlNclsltS " nsJ 1udSitZiu6I
Influence.
They tell usthat each pebble dropped
On Oceans CLASSY breast,
Must wake pulse in the boundless deep,
Whose ripples never rest;
But ever sweep through coral caves,
Or break on distant sands,
Or kiss cold faces, which the deep
Holds far from loving hands
Or eddy round the treasures piled
Which her calm bosom hides,
And still forever ebb and flow
Upon her changing tides.
They tell us that each word we speak,
Though ne'er SO softly said,
Shall still be throbbing through the air
Long after We are dead.
And that, although we hear them not,
Around us ever ring,
The sigh and laugh Of long ago
The shifting breezes bring. -
1t may be that with mighty thoughts,
Liks whirlwinds on the deep,
We stir the hearts of other men,
And rouse them from their sleep.
1t may be that the gentle deed,
Like an echo on the air,
Though scarcely needed by the heart,
Yet leaves its impress there.
HOVER this be, 'tis Gods Decree
We cannot live alone;
No man can fold his arms and say,
My life is all my own.
The life of each is bound to all,
With chords we cannot sever;
A ripple that shall never cease
Upon Times mighty river.
And like the pulses of the tide,
Or the air which echoes still,
SO must the words and deeds of each,
The lives of others fill.
University of Virginia, Nov. 1870.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

There is no joy as great as that which
springs from kind act or pleasant deed
You may fee! at night when you rest, in the
morning when GU rise, and through the
day when you are about your daily bust
ness.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03
Hiss NV Wife or Fight.

There are few married men who are not
averse to seeing their wives kissed but a
correspondent relates the particulars of
case in which o newly welded Bendict felt
himself insul'cd because his wife was not
kissed The bridegroom in question was
stalwart young rustic. who was known as a
formidable operator in a ''free 6ght." His
was blooming aud beautiful country girl,
only 16 years Of age, and the twain were at
party where nuaaber Of young folks of
both sexes were enjoying themselves in the
good, old fashioned style Every girl in
the room was called out and kissed, except
R, the teautiful young bride aforesaid >
and although there was not youngster
who was not dying to taste her lips, they
were restrained by the presence Of her her
culean husband, who stood regarding the
party with look of sullsn dissatisfaction -
They mistook the cause, for suddenly he
expressed himself.
Rolling up his sleeves he stepped into the
middle of the room, and IN tone OF voice
that, secured marked attention, said
"Gen,lemen, [ have been noticin' how
things have been working here for some
time and amt satisfied. | don't want to
raise fuss, but"
whats the matter, John? p inquired
dozen voices. Have we done anything to
hurt your feeling 2"
eyes, you have. Here's every girl III
the room has been kissed nigha dozen times
apiece and there's my wife, who's as good
as any of 'em, hasn't had single kiss and
now 1 just tell you, ifsbe don't get as many
kisses the rest Of the night as any other girl,
the man that sights her has got me to fight
that's all Go ahead with your plays,
boys"
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Business Cards.


NEW GOODS We are now in receipt of our
IN Fall Stock of Goods, which embraces a
nice line of Dress Goods viz.
Empress Cloths, Plaid Poplips, Valour Stripes,
French Plaids, japanese Silk, Delains, Prints,
Blelched and Brown Cottons, Linens &c.
In Black Alpacas we show extraordinary bar
gains. Bonbazine-a very superior quality-at
a very low figure. Scarlet, Blue, White and Op-
era Flannels; Saratoga Stripe Shawls, Plaid
Shawls Arab Brunous, Boulevarde Skirts, Ho-
sfery, Gloves Notions, Cloths and Cassimeres,
Blankets, Shaker Flannels, Red and White Elan
nels. We also have very large lot of Queens
ware, China Tea Sets,
WHITE GRANITE WARE,
French Cut Glass Ware, Plated Casters, Lava
Sets, Bohemian Ware &c. Also very large
Stock of Fancy Articles for Presents, some of the
choicest articles ever seen in our city.
We will be very glad indeed to have you call
and see our stock, as it will afford us much pleas
nre to show our goods, whether you purchase or
not. Respectfully,
JAS. A. PIPER SON,
New Street, adjoining Virginia Hotel.
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''Ge cheerful, and seek not the external
hslp nor the tranquility which others give.
A man must stand erect, not be kept erect
BY others"
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

Some men always make great flourish
about what they believe to be right. but al
ways manage to believe that is right which
is for their own interest
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

DEo1sIoN.--Few things are more necessa-
ry to success in life than decision of charac
ter. With it man can rarely tail without
it he can rarely succeed
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

Look not mournfully into the past-it
pomes not back. Wisely improve the pres
emit ia thine. Go forth to meet the
shadowy future without fear, and with a
manly heart
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03
COMMITTING NEW
SAMUEL G.. BASKIN.

Solicits encouragement in new mode of Bust
mess, promising prompt attention, and entire sat
aSfaction.
Will open or start new sets of books for Mer-
chants, or other parties, will render Merchants
and other accounts, examine and reconcile Pass
Books of Banks, furnishing vouchers when de-
sired
Desires to keep one or two sets of Books, and
will negotiate Loans at fair rates.
Ny Office is with James Ker, Insurance Agent,
above First National Bank.
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DRESSING FURs.-Only two processes are
necessary = that of cleaning the skin from
all impurities, and extracting a species Of
oil from the fur itself The skin is first
stepped in liquid composed of bran, alum
and salt; it is then worked about and
secured sufficiently to remove all Particles
of grease which might still adhere to it
The fur is then washed several times with
soda and fine soap, after which it is regular
ly cleaned in cold water repeatedly. The
alum having rendered the skin soft and
pliable, ana the fur being fully prepared,
the dressed fur can now be made up into
the different garments md trimminge fer
which it is need.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

Massachusetts is said to spend more mon
ey for playing cards than any other State.
What would the Puritan fathers say to
that?
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

DR. B. P. REESE offers his professional SER
- vices to the public. He will continue
to give his special attention to the treatment of
'diseases peculiar to females" Arrangement
has been made that patients can procure board
at twenty-five dollars per month.
Office on Augusta Street, second door above
Spectator building, and diagonally opposite the
Drug Store of Dr. B P. Reese Co.
Office hours from to IL o'clock A. NJ, and 2
to clock P. M. At night he can be found at
his residence opposite the old market house.
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WASHING LulD-The following has
been sestea for more than five years with
perfect satisfaction Dissolve II pounds of
washing soda and ! pound of borax in a.
gallon of water, by boiling. When tho
solution is cold, add about half teaeupful
of aqua ammonia (spirits of hartshorl y and
put it up in well-corked bottles Use cup
full to each pailful of water in washing.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

TIME WHISKEY.
L REAGAE's, RILEY's AND OTHERS.
P. Reagan, having enlarged his business, by
taking out retail license, begs leave to inform the
public that he keeps constantly on hand the finest
brands of Whiskeys, Brandies, Wines &C., which
he will sell! at retail, at the lowest possible pri-
ces.
His Bar IS heretofore: will be furnished with
superior Liquors, and served in the best style.
Thankful for the liberal patronage extended
during the past four years, he respectfully solcis
the continuance of the same and extends cor
dial invitation to the public to give him call,
at his old stand, on New Street, opposite the Vr-
ginia Hotel.
junelo -3m-Spectator copy and send bill to
Vindicatof for collection.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

A Good IMITATION OF CocoANUT PIE
Crate raw, sweet potatoes into castard
making about an equal quantity of each,
and bake quick in hot oven.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

A Coon L1N1MENT.-O of the best linz
ments that was ever made for man Or beast
is composed of equal parts of laudanum, al
cohol, and oil of wormwood. Its effect is
almost agical,
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PEAR TREEs.-Pear trees growing in
grass are seldom productive. The best
way of treating them is to dig away the
grass and weeds from wide space over the
roots in the fall, takiug care not to damage
them in so doing, and to cover the yard with
cid barnyard manure. This should be LEFT
undisturbed until spring, and then worked
into the soil with digging fork.
Staunton vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1860-1896, 1871-02-03

GLAZING FOR L1NEN.-Add teaspoonsul
of salt and oneof finely scraI ed white soap to
a pint of starch.
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DESTROYING SruaIps-A little excava-
ton is made under the stump, between two
Of the large roots some eombusible materi-
al put in and then set on fire. Previous
to this, however, some dry materials should
be piled around the root, above the surface
OF the ground, and covered over with COM
pact layer of turf, forming a sort of coal pit.
1t has been found, upon experiment, that
the stumps will burn in this way number
of days. with sort Of subterranean fire;
and when the turf falls in. nearly all Of the
root is found consumed below and above the
surface of the ground.
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71-1 UmCe, oUUIHoIut HHIH oJreeI tt
his old stand.
Artificial teeth mounted on Gold. Silver and
Vulcanite.
All operations performed i n the most Scientifc
snd skilful manner with strict regard to Perma-
nancy and warranted to compete witha y work
done in the cities. rs
Thanking the people Of Augusta and the sur
rounding Counties for their very liberalpatron-
age prior to, during and since the war, l re-
pectfully solicitits continuation
The highest price paid for old gold and
plate. Jlpe1-tf
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A Poor BoY-Don't be ashamed, my
lad, if you have a patch on your elbow. 1t
is no mark of disgrace 1t speaks we'll for
your industrious mother. For our part, we
would rather see dozen patches on your
Jacket than hear one profane OR vulga word
escare from your lips. No good boy will
shun 20 because yoa cannot dress as well
as your compunioGs aud if a bad boy some
times laughs at your appearance, say moth
ing, my d, but walk on. We know ma.
ny rich and good man who was once as
poor as you. There is our next door neigh
Dor, in particular, now one Of our wealthy
men, who told us a short time since that
when he was child he was glad to receive
the cold pot4 toes from his neighbor's table.
No man ever prospered in the world with.
out tho corporation Of his wife. If she
unite in mutual endeavors, or rewards his
labors with an endearing smile, with what
confidence will he resort to bis merchandise
or his farm, fly over the land. sail upon the
asaa, meet difficulty, and encounter danger,
if he knows that he is not spending his
strength in vain, but that his labor will be
rewarded by tie sweets Of home. Solici
tude aud disappointment enter the history Of
every mans life; and he is but half provi
dea for his voyage who finds but an associate
! for happy hours, while for his month Of
darkness and distress in sympathizing part
ner is prepared.
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NR. ROB. S. HAMILTON, who for more than
ten years, has been largely engaged in
the practice of Medicine, has removed to Staun-
ton, and offers his services in the various branch
es of the profession to the public.
Having devoted much time and study to Chill
e attention to that class of patients and the dis
eases common, and peculiar to them.
OFF[CE-For the present at his residence
HWest Wood,' at the Western end of Main
Street. E
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A USEFUL TABLE.-To aid farmers in ar
irving at accuracy ia ascertaining' the
amount of land in different fields under cul-
tivation, the following table is given by an
agricultural contemporary 5 yards wide by
668 yards long contains one acre 20 yards
wide by 342 yards long contains one acre !;
40 yards wide by 121 yards long contains
one acre; 220 feet wide by 1853 feet long
contains one acre 10 feet wide by 396
feet long cantains one acre 60 feet wide by
1926 feet long contains one acre 10 yards
wide by 4S4 yards long contains one acre.