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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24
NUMBER 50.
For the Special
Saturday Might.


One by one the days go out. Saturday night
comes. Each day is life-is history. The
hopes Of the morning are tears by night. The
| air castles of Monday are the graves of Satur-
| day night. Alas, how often many heart-joy
has been dipped in sadness; many heart left
darker than the grave; many good .resolu-
ton broken. Hard words lie where soft ones
should have been disappointments and blasted
hopes are strewn thick over the ground, ruins,
RUNS. SO the week goes out in darkness
And why2 = -- 3"
The tongue which now speaks in bitterness
and fault-fnding, once uttered another Ian
guage. It was many Saturday nights ago, per-
haps, but it was once. How the very thought
sends the warm blood coursing through the
veins until each drop jostles its neighbor drop,
and we almost think there must be left some
little corner in the heart where the old friend
ship, the old hope, the old pleasure lingers.-
1t not, why Who has poisoned the feast P
The tongue of the gossip" do you say,
"wounding and torturing, then smiling at the
pain it has caused" And yet they do US good,
these poor. miserable, execrable moral scaven-
gers. They remove the surface, take away the
friends of sunshine only, albeit they may leave
the heart alone 10 desolation and hopelessness.
Oftener we are wounded in the house of our
friends. Words, only hasty, meaningless
words, slip from the tongue like poisoned ar
rows, leosening the very foundations of friend
ship and crumbling away all its fine traceries
and carved work. The rudely-swept chords of
the sensitive heart are left to vibrate painfully,
and life's way becomes painless quicksand.-
The affection, encouragement, praise our hearts
have fingered for, have walked in WEAKNESS for,
have waited and been taught to wait for are not
found when wanted. g
Darkness without, darkness within. Heaven
grant that the lesson of this Saturday night,
may be a stepping-stone in the river that leads
to the olissful shore where there is no more
Saturday night neither heartachen or sorrow.
August 3lst, 1872. K. r.
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STAuNToN, Sep. 9th, 1872.
To Benjamin A. Wooddell and wife; Reuben
wife, Fielden Sitter, Jonas Sitter, Jacob
Sitter and Marshall Sitter. Plaintiffs,
and
William Fl. Wooddell, Executor of Jonas Mi
chae, dec'd, J. Givens Fulton, Moses Stout a.
moyer and wife, John Meyers and wife, Jacob
Michael, John Michael Samuel Paul. admins
traitor of Jonas Michael, dec d, John Doggy and
wife, and Joseph N. Ryan, guardian ad Gtens of
Elizabeth beienQants
Take notice, that, in pursuance of an order of
the Circuit Court of Augusta county, made at
the June term, 1872 will proceed, at the Office
of Niche Niche in 6 the of e5y ys5es o5 stasSnst0n
to take state and settle the following accounts,
required the Order Ord of of I saa qSgFt Iss in the
An account of the assets of the Estate of Jonas
Michael decd; and also an account Of the ad-
of Jonas Michael, dec d ~.
At which time and place you are are required to
nossession. noses JOHN Nj. KINNEY,
sep1O-4w Special Commissioner
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Slander.

Against slander there is no defence He'll
cannot boast so foul 6end, nor man deplore
so foul q foe. 1t stabs with nod, with
shrug, with look, with a smile. Isis the
pest,lence ,oalting an darkness spreading conta-
gion far and wide, which the most sca,y trav-
eller CANNOT AVOID. 1t is the poisoned ar
row. whose wound is incurable. 1t is mortal
as the sting of the deadly arrow; ; murder is
its employment, innocence its prey and ruin its
sport.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

"Mister, how do you sell sugar to-day ?''-
"Only fifteen cents pound, sir. Can't give
it. I'll drink my coffee without sugar. and
kiss my wife for sweetening. Good day, sir. -
Good day. When you get tired of that kind
OF sweetening call around again" He called
next day.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

A little girl, daughter of clergyman, being
left one day to ''tend door," and, obeying the
summons of the bell, she found gentleman on
the steps who wished to see her father. "Fath-
er isn't in" she said, ''but if it's anything
the whole plan of salvation" !"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

Gentility is neither in birth, wealth, manner,
nor fashion-but in the mind. A high sense
of honor, determination never to take mean
advantage of another, and politeness toward
those with whom we have dealings are the es-
sential characteristics of gentleman.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

Greatness lies not in being strong, but in the
right use of strength and strength is not used
rightly when it only serves to carry man a.
boye his fellows for his own solitary glory. He
is greatest whose strength carries up the most
hearts by the attraction of his own.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

NEWSPAPER BUsTLEs.-"They say" that
old newspapers make the best kind Of lady's
bustles, and that the refuse of printing offices
is in great demand IF this is so won't we ed
itors have the right to complain that our falr
subscribers are getting more in arrears than
ever?
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

A GOOD LITTLE DOMESTIC ANECDoTE.-A
young mother was in the habit of airing the
baby s clothes at the window. Her husband
did not like it, and believed if she saw herprac-
tice as others saw it she would desist. He so
directed their afternoon walk as to bring the
nursery window into full view from the central
part of the town. Stopping abruptly, he point
ed to the Offending b SIasz. linen men aDg pgog
.'My dear, what is that display In our win
dow?' why" she replied, ''that is the flag
of our union" Conquered by this pungent
retort, he saluted flag by the swing of his hat
and pressing his wifes arm closer within his
own, said, as they walked homeward, Sand
long may it wave"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

Greatness lies not in being strong, but In the
right use of strength and strength is not used
rightly when it only serves to carry a man
above his fellows for his own solitary glory
he is greatest whose strength carries up the
most hearts BY the attraction of his own.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

Never lose an opportunity of seeing anything
beautiful. Beauty is Gods hand writing, a
wayside sacrament: we welcome it in every fair
him for the fountain of loveliness, aud drink
it in, simple and earnestly. with our eyes it
is charmed draught cup of blessing.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

A Duiohman in describing .th the span Of & hor-
mooch alike, specially de off one. One looks
which, when [ went after de one | always
so mooch alike both could not tell fodder from
caught de oder, and / whipped de one
most dead because de oder kicked at
me-" He thus describes an accident :-"Vonce
a long vile ago, vent into mine abble orchard
to climb bear tree to get some beaches to
make mine vrow plum pudding NIT, and ven
gets on the toppermost branch fell from the
lowermost limb NIT one leg on both sides ob de
fence, and like to stove my outside in.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

A Detroiter lost pocket-book with seven
cents in it, and went daily to the police station
for week to learn if any tidings had come of
it. Finally the sergeant, tired of his question
ings, gave him seven cents, which he received
thankfully, remarking: II tell you it made me
feel bad, as l saw the poor-house looming up
before me. :"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

The maiden aunt of Eli Perkins, takes
proper view of the situation. She says: Ex-
anime the PEN ta-took from Generations to
Revolutions, an you won't find enney excuse
for young ladies bucklin' on umbrellas in place
of swords, or wearin' $50 bonnets made out of
two straws, daisy and suspender buckle"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24
For Rent.

EHDR RENT.-That very desirable STORE.
ROOM, occupied by Guy Drake, knowr
as Brandeburg's Corner. Possession given or
April 1st, 1872
For terms, apply to
Feb 2Otf Mrs. d. NJ. LALLY.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

A Scotchmau observing that the once white
linen of one of his workman had, through a
long absence Of soap and water, become hazy
black, inquired, as prelude to homily on
cleanliness how often his shirt was washed
Once month"; was the reply. why, l re-
quire two shirts week. Twa sarks in wick /
CALCULATED Robie, ye maun be dirty devil
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24
"O CONsUMPTIVES !!
Tho advertiser having !,

been permanently cured of that dread disease,
Consumption, by simple remedy is anxious to
make known to his fellow-sufferers the means of
cure. To all who desire it, he will send a copy
of the prescription used, (free of charge), with
the directions for preparing and using the same,
which they will find SURE CURE FOR CoNsUMP-
TIoN. ASTHMA BRONCHITIS, &c. Parties wish
ing the prescription will please address
Rev. EDWARD A. WILSON,
1914 Penn Street, Williamsburg N. Y
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24
TERNRY r. CEASE.

HRNRY p. CEASE,
LII Wholesale and Reatail Dealer in CON-
FECTIONS, FRUITS, CAKES, CANDIES,
&c, Main Street, Staunton, Virginia.
Special attention given to supplying WEDDING
and SOCIAL PARTIES,
candies of all descriptions manufactured and
purchased in the 1 Va1ev q, the staaa as can 10
IN. B.-My accounts are all made off, and per-
sons knowing themselves indebted are earnestly
requested to come forward and settle iunel8
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

Some men think religion bears the same re-
lation to life that flowers do to trees. The tree
must grow through long period before the
blossoming time; so they think religion is to be
blossom just before death to secure heaven.
But the Bible represents religion not as the Ia
test fruit of life, but as the whole of it-begiu-
ming middle and end. It is simply right living.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

nMk REWARD.-Lost or stolen, at Va
DO riety Springs, small sized open
faced, stem winding, anchor, Gold watch, made
with twisted link Gold chain, having a small
Gold compass, pendant and both hook and bar
rel fastenings. ~
The above reward will be paid for information
that will lead to its discovery The special att
tention of watchmakers and jewellers is request
ed, as it may be offered for sale or repairs. Adj
dress P, s. M. Burress, Variety Springs, Va, or
JAS. e. A. GIBBS, W
Steele's Tavern, Augusta CO., VA
anC7-1uT
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

An Indiana paper describes the feast of q
legislative delegation at railroad dinner. The
reporter narrates the facts in the case very
pointedly: 1.-THE delegates sat at 8. P. NJ
They upset at So
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

A week filed up with selfshness, and the
Sabbath stuffed full of religious exercises, will
make good pha-isee, but poor christian
There are many persons who think Sunday is
a sponge with which to wipe out the sins Of
the week. Now God altar stands from Sun
day to Sunday, and the seventh day is no more
for religion than any other. 1t is for rest. The
whole seven are for religion, and one of them
for rest.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24
q nETTIEMENT NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.

HETTLEMENT REQUESTED.-MY
y accounts are now ready for settlement. My
friends will appreciate my urgency, in the mat
have sold MY STOCK of goods to Mr.. J.
j. McMahon with view to settling up all of
my business The old accounts of Hendrys &
Lushbaughs are also in my hands for collection.
Prompt attention to all of these claims, is earn
estly requested, as desire to settle up pleasantly
with all. n. B. HENDRY.
au6-tfLToWn papers copy ct
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STAUNToN, Va, July 1st, 1872.
hISSOLUTION!- THE Partnership here
~ tofore existing under the style of
TAYLOR & KINNEY.
has this day been dissolved by mutual consent
All parties knowing themselves indebted to
them will please call and settle in the next 80
days, as after that time the accounts will be
placed IN the hands of lawyer for collection
MI. Jas. T.. Taylor will settle the business Of the
late firm. JAMES E. TAYLOR,
E. T. KINNEY. %
NOTICE.
/ take this occasion to thank my many friends
for the very liberal patronage they have bestowed
upon the late firm and it gives me pleasure to as
sure them that Mr.. Taylor will spare no pains to
keep up the old established reputation of the
concern, as first class Confectionery. Hoping
that he will receive that patronage which he well
deserves, / remain,
Very respectfully,
]" 8. az HI. r. R. Co.,
w. Annual Meeting.
The Annual Meeting of the Stockholders in
the Warm Springs Turnpike Road Company
will be held at Stribling springs, on the first
Friday in September.
By order of the Board. -
NJ HARVEY EFFINGER, e
August st Secretary and Treasurer.
Rockingham Register publish till meeting and
charge to the Company
NROCKS & JARS =
" for sale cheap by
au13 BAKER BROS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

OTICE.-I am still in possession of all the
~ forms prescribed by the Judges of the SUI
preme Court of the United States in Bankrupt
cv and will still give immediate attention to all
such cases: The Homestead exemption is good
in bankruptcy against judgment liens. notes and
open accounts and DEGREES to enforce the pay
ment of all such debts.
NV Office is in the second story of my build
ing. diaeonally east across Court-lane from Court
buildings. ). b. WATTS,
au13 Atty-at-law
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24
II For the Spectator.
A LAY SERMON.
INNATE INNOCENCE.

Adams Guilt not Imputed to his descend
ss ants. nra EasiTI 80
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

A colored man was once asked why he did
not get married. why, you see, sah," said
he, "I got an old mudder, and l hab to do for
her, ye see sab, an eff | didn't buy her shoes
an stockins she wouldn't get none. Now, eff
was to get married. I'd hab to buy dem tings
mouf"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

z A Utica man has invented travelling trunk
with this improvement Taking hold of the
handle and lifting one end from the floor,
sharp pull draws out q hand-bar similar to
those by which hand-cart is drawn or pro-
PEELED, and at the same time two strong wheels
drop beneath. The trunk is at once box on
wheels, and the traveller can draw it away in
dependent Of porters or expressmen.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24
TGSIO9sS32Q.

HVAILORENGs FAIIORING,
co-partnership heretofore existing between
6rsves q Sprinkle mas been mutually dissolved
end 3 the business will hereafter be conducted by
He has reduced his prices for cash a,,d ,.;,, A.
all kinds of work pertaining to the taior;n hns
ness, IN the very best manner and at ousi,
low that no one will fail to be satisfied He bs 50
by DIR. B B. Donaghe as an Office. and g;taa
him call. " sFe
y3G. P. B. GRAVES
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

NOTICE.-I have fully secured, by Letters
IN Patent my discovery for manufacturing
Steel-cast or malleable-from blast furnaces,
with eonverters attached, or in common forge
fires, in the United States of America, England,
France, Russia, Prussia, Sweden and Belgium.
offer by royalty the advantage of my discov-
cry to all manufacturers of iron and steel on ia
voraDle terms and guarantee success or no
charge, and in all cases in making trial of my
process. where the trial is made under my per-
sopal attendance or my representative, will
make good by paying the cost of stock and la
Dor. manufacture malleable steel in any COM
mon forge pudding or balling fires, without al
teration in the fires or blast cheaper than by any
known process now in use, -.
All letters addressed to me at Staunton, Vir-
ginia, will meet with prompt attention.
LORENZO SIBERT, Patentee.
p: 81 can give satisfactory reference
se19-tf
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E1ICTURE FRAMES

made to ord
ALL SIZES-different styles,
at HUNTER g. Co.'S, &
Frames made to order. ~
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AUEENSWARE, GLASSWARE

IN AUEENSWARE, GLASSWARE,
VI STONEWARE, &C.,
at fedueed prices.-The largest and prettiest as
sortment in the Valley; also table cutlery, look
ing glasses, walters, and baskets of all kinds
Self-sealing fruit cans, &c.
GrOceries.-A nice and full assortment of
family groceries. Buys and sells country pro-
duce for cash or trade Prime butter, eggs, &C.,
always on hand. Z. M. AYRES,
opposite ID. A. Kayser's, Main street.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

A tired-out editor says that the sermons OF
neighboring clergyman remind him very forci-
bly, of eternity.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24

CHRIST'S vICARIOUs SACRIFICE NECESSARY
r ONLY FOR ACTUAL SIN.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1872-09-24
I1en rrY CUsTOMERs.-August 21st

will open my
CUSTOM BOOT AND SHOE SHOP,
on Augusta Street, near the Post-ofice and will
be pleased to have my old customers call on me
and leave their orders, and get satisfaction as
heretofore VIM. A. BANTZ,
au2O-tf Staunton, Va.
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gauntoa Svettator.
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Richard Mauzy & 90.
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augusta County, Va. EAe. elee'
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new and Beautiful CHROMO!
WASHINGTON PRESIDING oYERA
MEETING OF THE r~5s
Masonic Lodge
s at Alexandra, Va, convened preparatory to
LAYING THE CORNERSTONE .iA
OF THE
National Capital. 1898.
Size 2Ox26-Price $15.
Framed in any style to order. Sold only by SUBJ
HUNTER s. Co.,
Booksellers, Staunton, Va
NEW HOOKS.
IN Roughing It-Mark Twain, ....$ $3.50
Life Horace Greeley...... 200
Saratoga l901-Ei Perkins................... 200
Unawares-by author of Rose Gorden........ so
DR.. Vandy yke-J ohm Esten Cooke............ rs
Cheap Edition of Cooper Novels
and many of the best standard works received
by t. HUNTER & co. 5.
NAIRCHILD'S celebrated GOLD PENS,
4 -'i@ Pocket Books and
Pocket Knives at
WAL PAPERs s
WINDOW SHADES
a variety of patterns, for sale by
aO In C6 70
DLANK BOOKS 7s5 5
Memorandum Books,
full assortment of EACH, received by ---
HUNTER & Co. p
a No. MACHINE OIL for sale by
N the barrel or gallon.
G. G.. YEAKLE,
next door to Hunters book store.
au % -Vindicator' copy a.8
TIME LARGEST STOCK of school
Il BOOKS in the Valley is at
J. COWAN'S, BOOKSELLER
se5-tf New street, Staunton, Va.
T ATHS AND SHINGLES, 90
E for sale by
BAKER BROS.
SEED.-Farmersi in want
Id of Buckwheat Seed can find small lot at
iuly2 BAKER BROS
NHAMBERS' ENCYCLOPEDIAS
10 volum mes-calf, $50. 81
Iaines English Literature, 2 vols, $40. for sale
by HUNTER & Co. 81
4 MOTHER LOT OF NEW CHROMOS,
IA received to-day by
HUNTER & Co.
No. REVV RD-T.ost or stolan at Va.
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am selling my Groceries at the lowest CASH

Remember the place for the CHEAPEST
GROCERIES, and cali on
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COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.

Sepo-4W U ~ ~ z , AZ !, .
Effnger and Craig, p. q.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-09-12

the educational department Tor the p-opa-
cation of partisan doctrines
In addition to Mr. Lusher's record, it is
to be remembered that public schools have
never received an intelligent and laudable
commendation from the Bourbon press
The usual style is to recllessly defame
school officials, make loose statements
about school funds and their distribution,
and create Nprejudice against them. Tax
alton has been voted down when levied for
schoolhouse purposes, by Bourbons. There
are over one hundred Liberal Democrats
who are school directors il this State, and
they are efficient workers. The practical
man wants to see the work 90 on; he feels
that the welfare Of the State demands that
the great body Of ignorant children should
be riyidIy prepared for the use of the bal
lot and the duties Of citizenship. The ne
gro accorded his rights in law is not dis
posed to enforce them obnoxi0usly, and
does not do it. He is deeply concerned in
the free schools. Bourbons daily berate the
negro for his ignorance, and the negro,
with offended pride and oommendable
spirit seeks the sch0olhouse for improve
ment. Education is the strong arm of the
poor in State to prevent Bourbons or
aristocrats from trampling Oh their rights.
If fusion succeeds the friends of educa-
tion have nothing to hope for by way Of i'm
provement, but they will have much to fear
in the way of the destruction Of the free
school system. Sound your candidates for
the Legislature on the school question, and
see to it, friends of education, that you
have majority in both houses
Very respectfully,
EMERSON BENTLEY,
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-09-12

President Grant Returned-Cabinet Meet
Ing-Cabinet OGicers-Austrian Com
snIs-AppOintment--B Explosion
Northumberland Balance.
WASHINGTON, September ll.-President
Grant is here.
The Cabinet meets tomorrow.
Postmaster General Cresweli returns to-
morrow.
Attorney General Williams arrived to-
night.
The President departs tomorrow.
The President has recognized A. M. Sho-
enjohn as Austrian consul at Mobile, Robert
Barth as Austrian consul at St. Louis, f.
w. Hanewinkle as Austrian consul at Rich
mond, Julius Kaufman as Austrian consul
at Galveston.
The President has appointed David Pritor
surveyor of customs Of Savannah.
The supervising inspector general of
steamboats, has directed an investigation
into the causes of the boiler explosion yes
terday, on the steam tug Agnes, at Jordan's
Point, Virginia.
The currency balance in the treasury is
$5,750,00O; gold 1888, 900, including $28,
100000 in certificates.