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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

VVAaapH0 UE FAsEAHOMs-Mrs. K. N. Kelly
Z wishes to announce to her friends and the
public generally, that she has received her first
lot OF SKIING GOODS, consisting of new
style of hat and bonnet frames. real lace collars
in every variety
Black and white mourning sets, real lace ia
BOWS, vatican and crepe de chine tassel scarfs
crepe de chine bows.
She also will he home in due time with hand
some assortment Of millinery, &c, as usual, to
resume her business. Any one desiring hat
or bonnet made previous to that time can be ac-
c0mmodated Anil . r.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

1t is almost demonstrable, that the Demo
cratic Conservatives desire TO unite with the
honest and disaffected men of any or of all par
ties for the great purpose OF driving from pow
er the men who defle the country and Cypress
more or less directly, every citizen who inhabits
it. Petersburg Lader
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

Gene, don't be timid, said q couple OF
foolish snobs TO two mechanics, sit down and
make yourselves cur equals. WED have to
blow our brains out to do that, was the reply
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02
vEvhe AeeompIishnenf OF BANGING

1ze ATTUhI PalSHMleHs OF DancHmg.-
J. PROF. THOMAS v CARR,
member of Societe Academique des Professors
de danse de Paris and for eight years a teacher
IN Richmond Va, will open classes for instruc-
ton IN Dancing at the TOWN HALL, on
Eratsay Evening. April 9th, 1879,
at s o'clock, and for Young Ladies. Misses and
Masters, on Saturday afternoon, April 9TH, 1872,
ct half past O'Clock. All the late and fashion
able dances taught.
TERMs.-Payable in advance-lO dollars for a
course Of 20 lessons.
Respectfully refers to any prominent citizen
of Richmond. April , If
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

A FoRLoRN Hope. "A party of five Of Lex
lngton's deepest dyed and most confirmed old
bachelors, after long discussion Q! the PROS
poets of the Railroad, concluded: If we
don't get iJ IN cur day, oar children will have
the benefit of it," Net very fattering !!
Rockbridge Citizen.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

Gss~ GET TIE BEST AND Cheapest If you
want to get the best and cheapest Furniture Of
all kinds, send your orders to Il. +. zimmerman
6 Son, 5i3, 18th street. Washington, d. @. Or
ders filled promptly and satisfaction guaranteed.
M Farmers, before purchasing their Winter
stock. He thinks Ii would be to your interest as
well as his own. no7
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

The State Treasurer is now paying the semi
annual instaitaeat of two per cent. interest on
the public debt.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02
Boot and Shoe Factory in Winchester

A Boot and Shoe Factory is about to be es-
tablished in Winchester Stock to the amount
OF 81, 900 has already been subscribed On
Saturday week meeting of the stock holders
was held, at which a charter was adopted
which fixes the capital stock at not less than
$4,000, nor more than 100000; to be divided
into shares of $500 EACH
The only officers for the first year are Su-
perlntendent and Treasurer. to both of which
positions Mr.. Chas. B. Hancock was unani-
mously elected.
The announcement that .juarez has twelve
States under martial law is well calculated to
excite Mr.. Grant envy. We believe our Chief
has proclaimed only one-but he has dragon
ades In two or three others-and is privileged
to put the whole SO under the ban. The Mex
lean hybrid will outstrip him in glory, j! he
does not look about him.-Rich. Wig.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

An interesting case is likely to come before
the session of Presbyterian Church of Louis
vile, Ky. A lady belonging to that church
has been summoned for trial for the avowed
belief in modern spiritualism, and the session
claims that this involves violation of the first,
| second and third commandments. The lady,
on the contrary, justifes herself, claiming that
she has scriptural sanction for her belief, but
will not appear before the ecclesiastical tribu-
nah unless counsel is allowed her. IF the ses-
sion will consent to do this, an interesting trial
NAV be expected
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02
Justice Davis Platform.

The friends of Mr.. Justice Davis, nominated
for the the Presidency by the Columbus (Ohio)
convention, are said to authorize the publica-
ton of the following statement:
''The Judge has not sought, directly or In
directly, by any agency whatever, and Will not
seek the nomination of any convention tor the
presidency, and he declines to enter into any
political correspondence or arrangements con-
corning nomination, deeming such course
inconsistent with the proprieties Of his present
judicial trust. His position is plainly this: Ii
people who seek to bring about reform IN the
government, who favor amnesty for political
offences, cordial restoration of the Union IN
all its integrity the supremacy of the civil over
military power, the upright enforcement, of the
laws, hostility to Capitalization, and integrity in
the administration of affairs, desire him to re-
present them as a candidate for the Presidency.
he will accept that honor. because those prlncl-
pies accord entirely with his convictions.
We can perceive no reason, says the Lynch
burg Nescs, why this platform of Justice Davis
should not be acceptable to all who oppose the
present Administration. 1t is the soul OF honor,
the inspiration of craftsmanship, and the only
timber that can supplant the Radical wreck
with pure Republic and restore unto us the
rights and privileges of constitutional govern.
ment 1t is exactly what we are contending
for.
It must be admitted that the position o.
Judge Davis, in refusing to electioneer, is much
more creditable to himself, and greatly more
deserving the respect of the people than that O.
Gen. Grant, who seems to be willing to do any
thing to secure a new lease Of power. There
is no obligation devolved upon Judge DAYS.
connected with his high Office, that does no
apply with even greater force to the incumben
of the highest in the country, to refrain from
unseemly efforts to secure or retain power
And yet, the President does not seem to be
embarrassed by scruples in bis effort to secur,
the goa! Of his still unsated ambition,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02
fNOMMHsSENNEpa, aAEE or roinahio

6HOaHaAsSEONERS' SALE of vaInable
" Real Estate.-By virtue of decree of the
circuit court Of Augusta county, rendered in the
case OF Carson's creditors vs.. Carson and others.
the ,I Undersigned will proceed on the premises
on Ia ESDAY, the 4th day of April 1872 to
sell at public auction to the highest bidder. that
valuable farm containing 304 acres situated
about miles South of Greenville in Augusta
county adjoining Martin Miles and Others for
merly owned By the late Adam Shultz.
Tarma-6o much in hand az win nav the oooto
OF SUIT and saio and the remainder In four equal
insta!monts payable, respectively, in one. Two S
three and four years from the day Of sale with
interest from said day Of sale. she purchaser Civ
ing Gond' WIZ 9apfoyed personal security and
Sale at Il O'Clock. a. Ii
a. X TROUT,
JAMES BIJMEApnNFp T.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02
JOHN K. FORRER,
SAMUEL FORRER
Feb q tbs Executors
"AEHARTE EEAT ESTATE EnD

v SALE.-By virtue of decree rendered
by the Circuit Court of Augustus counSy at the
November term, 1871, in the case of John W.
Barr VS.. Logan j. Maupin," we will, as Com
missioners of said court proceed to sell the
premises, on SATURDAY, MARCH 2ND 1872,
that valuable South River farm owned by Logan
j. Maupin, containing by estimation,
4 aaf 347s Acres,
lying on South River, about miles East of New
Hope. This is one of the most valuable farms
in the Valley. The land is as rich as any
in the county, "a large portion being River bot
tony lies we'll and is easily farmed. The i'm
proyements consist of
BRICK MANSION.
and commodious out-buildings. There is an or
chard on the farm. and an abundant supply of
timber. The neighborhood is one of the most
desirable in the county. The land viii be sold
altogether, or in parcels as may be deemed most
advisable.
TERMs.-Cash in hand to pay costs of suit and
SALE and the balance IN four equal annual install
ments bearing interest from the day of sale;
bonds with approved security to be given by the
purchasers, and the title to be retained ulti-
mate security.
JAMES BUMGARDNER, Jr.,
N. K. TROUT.
MEADE F. WHITE
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

How To MAKE COFFEE Take any kind Of
coffee pot or urn, and suspend bag made Of
felt or heavy flannel, SO long that it reaches the
bottom, bound on wire fitting on top, put in
the fresh ground coffee and pour on freely
boiled water. The fluid filters through the bag,
and may be used at once. needs no settling,
and retains all It's aroma. Do not boil it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

On the same day we will offer for sale on
the premises all OF the personal effects of Dan'l
Forrer, decd, consisting of 10 horses, 8 colts,
SO head of cattle, 80 hogs, lot of sheep, q large
wagons, spring wagon, large lot of harness,
corn and nay, 2 horse carts, l OK cart, wheat
drill mower and reaper, hay rakes. buggy and
harness, large lot of farming utensils, pianos
and quantity of household furniture.
Terms.-C Cash on all sums of $40 and under
over that amount credit of months will be
given. Approved security will be required on
all bonds
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02
Nesv advertisement

- +-------
ri oeice! Notice i!-The Augusta TIRE
~ Company will meet at Town Hall, oa
" Wednesday night at O. clock. for the election
OF Officers for the ensuing year
By order Lieut.. Comd'g.
CHAS. Wv. STAFFORD.
April 1t Secretary.
EEyGFssulie CeEa4enG.-James River, 30
u 4 sendale and Augusta County Cement for
sale, and warranted by
April BAKER BROS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

Ii all the washWomen about town were to
empty their tubs at once. the canal would
'break." Another mi6dle-sized ''freshet'' will
finish forever this Improvement.
And thenl
Imprisoned in mud and tortured by ''execu-
tons.
What fate l-Lertngton Gazette.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

There was a fire in Warrenton, on last Fri
day night. The Hotel and number of dwell
ings and storehouses were destroyed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

--------- OJiIIu IssIUNeFs.
{ $50 ~ EAa5ss t9N EEss' 3lAAEs Of BaG(sase
~ hiEer Land.-By virtue Of decree of the
0 ~ Go9Tt CT Augusta county on the 3rd day
enearFger, we will. ca Saturday, the 18th day of
April, 1872, proceed TO re-aell the land ia the
OH and proceedings IN the above cause mentions
ca. Said tract OF land is situated on Middle
oyer r.! n Augusta county adjoining the lands of
Rife, Kerr. and Others ana contains one hun
dred and sixty and one third acres
Ie:rns OF sale.-Cash in hand to pay the costs
Of suit and sale, and the balance IN three equal
thn instruments pays9le IN ,6 one two and
executing bonds with approved security and the
title retained as ultimate security
n, K. TROUT
ALEX. 81. FULTZ.
rnar19-tds Commissionors
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

Matte Morgan, Of Birmingham, Vermont,
wanted to whiten her complexion, SO she ate
cloves, pickles, chalk, slate-pencils, clay, and
arsenic. The neighbors declare she was the
most beautiful corpse they ever had the pleas
ure of gazing upon.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

Lieutenant Governor Pinchback, colored, Of
Louisiana, dined with Senator Sumner, in
Washington, on Wednesday evening last.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

A boy who undertook to ride horse radsh
Is now practicing on a saddle of mutton.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

EkUBAEC SALE.-As administrator of Da-
Il vid Polmer, decd, L will offer at public
sale at his late residence, on TUESDAY, April
10Th, 1872 Household and Kitchen Furniture,
some Farming Utensils, Cattle, Sheep and Hogs,
one Horse a quantity of Blacksmith Tools
Turning Lathe, &c. all persons having claims
against the late David Polmer will present them
to the undersigned for settlement, and those
knowing themselves indebted TO him are re-
quested TO come forward and settle them without
delay. JAMES HENDERSON,
ma26-tds administrator.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

The Neao Era, of Martiasburg, Va, reports
two cases of smallpox in that place. one of
which has proven fatal, that of lady named
Hoffman. The other is small boy, who has
a mild attack of vaYi0loid
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

From late dispatches We CLEAN that the fam
inc in Persia shows no signs of Abatement
Men and women are dying in the streets
corpses of children strew the roadside. The
sickening oder of the decaying dead taints the
the air breeds a pestilence and hastens the
work of starvation
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02
y. -DAOHA W,
April ct - : Committee tta

N0H SALE.-2O Il. p Portable Engine,
they were paid 50 000-used few ' months-cyi-
!nder $40 inch stroke, fire box 81 inches long
by y vide and equal to those called Is II. P.
gree Sl,6C0. Complete 1st class Saw Mill
keier to David F. Mohler, Esq, who is using
same make This Engine is as good as It was
the day we made it. a T RGHM was
April End 3t# 2iebnnotE,d
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02
Vice President Colfax as Father Mathew


Vice President Colfax as Father Mathew
| Lincoln Hall was crowded this afternoon,
| speeches being made by Rev. Messrs. CHECKER
| ing and Hall, Senators Buckingham AID Fer
ry, and Vice President Colfax, all on the sub
ject of temperance. Mr. Colfax said he did
not come to speak on political parties or legis-
| latlon but on liberty from the enslavement of
| lEtemperance. He was there not to denOunce,
| but to persuade-not to demand, but to plead
| lntemperance crowds courts, fills jails, peoples
| poorhouses, wrecks bodies, skaters minds, i'm
| perils souls aud fills the world with woe He
urged a temperance revival to save the young
as well as DID, the pledge to be the banner OF
| the cause and sympathy for the fallen; its in
| splratlon warning all against the dangers Of
moderate drinking, without which as com
mencement there would be no intoxication
He said nature and Inspiration continued to
cry, 'Beware!" Scafolds and prisons and
poorhouses, families occe happy, homes once
comfortable. hearthS once joyous-all echo the
warning, "BeWare!" The only rock of safety
was total abstinence. = " ashangton Cowespon-
dence " Y Herald, March oath.
PLAIN TALK.-The Philadelphia Post, an
influential Republican newspaper. administers
a severe rebuke to the corrupt and incom petent
rulers Of its party, and calls loudly for. reform,
as follows:
These men are declaring that upon their
leadership depends the success of the Repub-
liean party. If they are right, then we say let
the party go to perdition. They say that with
out the aid Of their followers the Democratic
party will be sure to win at the next election
If they are right, then we say, Democrats walk
In. They are making PROPOSE ions to the peo-
pie, protferiDg compromise. suggesting conven-
tons which they have no right to suggest with
the impudence that marks their general course
doing everything and wiling to do anything, if
only let them come in. The reign of political
dishonesty must terminate. aud the only way
to inaugurate the new system is TO repudiate
the old entirely. To expect improvement un-
der the present party leaders is equal to look
ing for figs from thistes. OF for pure waerfr from
foul fountain
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

SUICIDE. Mr.. John Thompson, of Gooch-
land Court House, committed suicide on Tues
day OF last week, by taking strychDine. He
had been for many years proprietor of the hotel
at that place, and was about go years of age
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

Hg ESssTssATaoN NSsTEGE.-Registra-
Township at Mt Scion on tuesday and Veins " irsef
q4a1y, t5e 23Td and 9th, and al Spring Hi on
1n5aFs 1i; Friday and Saturday, the Both 2stb
aia ETA o. April. from sunrise to sunset Of each
H es , iIF me purpose Of registering qualified vo
40 '>''0 ii0' fereGo1ore been registered.
dos. A. LOGAN,
~ 80 Registrar.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

The Fincastle Herald saysthat the indications
are that the Shenandoah Valley Railroad, which,
at one time, it vas thought, would pass thro'
Botetourt, viii run, IF at all horth Of the
county, and will be Of little or no advantage to
either Botetourt Or Craig, though the latter
county, especially, expected something from it.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

HnOstp0nement.-T above sale is post
e poned till Friday, April 9TH, 1872.
march IDS B., T., s. W., Con1r's.
GALE OF A DESIRABLE HOUSE
y AND LOT-At the request of the owners
will sell, on SATURDAY, APRIL 9TH. 1872,
in front of the Courthouse, that very desirable
House and EOe,
lately occupied by John Finn decd, on Lewis
street. The lot contains over an acre, fronting
Lewis street and running back to an alley, and
has upon it frst-rate selection of Fruit frees
and Grape Vines There is fine spring on the
lot as well as a hydrant close to the house
The Improvements consist of two story frame
house. with the necessary out buildings.
The lot is in a high state of cultivation and has
been the source of frst-rate income for several
years.
It win be disposed of privately until day of
sale, by applying to j. b. Scherer, Sr., or the
undersigned.
A. M. q. II. GUSHING,
marl2-tds Auctioneer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

The Baltimore correspondent Of the Rich
mOnd Wing says that the arrest in Baltimore
Of Joseph Thomas, one Of Baltimore's most ez-
tensive oyster and fuit-packers, has caused
considerable excitement in business, as we'll as
social circles. He is charged by Thomas Will
son, a prominent broker, with having defraud-
ed him out of $4,000 by means Of bogus or
forged drafts On Western and Northwestern
houses. The accused has been committed to
Jail in default of SIS, 900 bail, to await the ac-
ton Of the Grand inrv
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

HORSE THIEVES ARRESTED. The KNOX
vile Press announces the arrest Of John Har-
ris and Hugh Jones, two horse thieves, whose
depreaations have been disturbing the people
of east Tennessee for some time past. They
are believed to be members of an extensive
gang, whose headquarters are at Nashville.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

NJ oezee to COmfractors.-Propo will
~ be r received at Belly Valley by the under
inst. for building a new Brick Church at the
old Lebanon site, near Bells Valley in the
county OF Rockbrdge. Separate proposals will
be be received for the Brick and Carpenters work
rams ana n specifications will be shown by calling
on the Committee at Bells Valley.
w NJ. WILSON,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

STAUNTON AT COMMISSIONERS
SALE.-In pursuance of a decree of the Cir
cult Court of Augusta, rendered on the 10th day
OF january, 1872. in the suit of Franklin Davis
Us. Joseph +. IdnnehiU. the undersigned, as
commissioners appointed for the purpose, will
proceed to sell at public auction on the premises
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

p OTECE!-Providi there are remaining
i in the City Of Staunton, any of the family
OF Jonathan b. Hague, they will Immediately
how many children he left If dead, if his wife
lives, if he has any brothers or sisters living
aud where Hoping this may be attended to inn-
mediatey, we close
r. Sit this should not come to hand direct
>, the family may direct to Boston Mass as
the person in question may be there
Respectfully,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

From the statement of the Charlottesville
Chronicle, it would seem that the young men
Of Charlottesville, are quite an ill-mannered
set Among other uncomplimentary remarks
concerning them, that Journal says:
"a party Of some forty or fifty young n zen,
whose insolenoe succeeds their good looks, form
line. with open ranks, as the congregations are
leaving the churches, and every female has lit
orally TO run The gauntlet.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-04-02

FIREs.-On the 18th ult., the residence of
G. N. Tapsoott, in Buchanan county, was des-
troyed by fire.
On Thursday week the residence of blr. Jas.
Hughes. near Antioch. in FIuvanna county,
was destroyed by FIRE.
On Friday week. the fine brick dwelling Of
Mrs. DR.. CAN'T, on the canal, two miles above
Scottsville, was burned. The Scottsville Reg
aster estimates the loss at So. 900.
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The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1872-11-01
The Multiplication of Hats.


It is an old saying that enough is as good as
a feast. The axiom will apply to that Invent
i've genius who has just evolved from the re-
cesses of his brain machine BY which i've
thousand hats may be made ip one day. This
is well enough inaits way, but what Is the
good of making thirty thousand hats week
Il the maker cannot find thirty Thousand new
heads week to put into them! Heads With
out hats are certainly not desirable, but now
much less desirable are hats without heads.
Certainly happy possessor OF one OF these
machines Is not obliged to make thirty thous-
and hats a week, II there be no demand for
them; but If there be no demand, what is the
uss of Inventing machine that will make 80
msnyi Here Ia case Of misplaced ingenuity,
of genius thrown away; but 1t is not 80 bad as
that machine that could turn out six thousand
glass eyes In an hour, or one hundred and for
ty.four thousand day. Only think how
msny people would have to get rid OF one eye
In order to properly reward the Ingenious
Inventor of this valuable triumph OF mind
over matter.