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Staunton Spectator, September 13, 1859

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For the Spectator; Thoughts on the Renewal of the African Slave Trade
(Column 5)

Summary: Essay opposing reopening the African slave trade, as it is just a plot to split the Union. Blames non-slaveholders who wish to acquire slaves cheaply. Wants Virginia to oppose it. Draws analogy between Slave Trade agitators and Black Republicans as both wanting disunion.

Excerpt: "Virginia still has some respect left for the ten Commandments. One of them is 'Thou shalt do no murder.' . . .Virginia has not changed her views on this subject, and never can. What was murder a hundred years ago we look upon as murder still, and no appeals or ambitious demagogues in other States can make me think otherwise."

Trailer: [To Be Concluded]

Editorial Comment: (on page 2) "We publish on the first page of this paper the first part of a communication on the African slave trade, written by a gentleman of another county. The writer, although never an active politician, has always sustained the Democratic party. The conclusion will appear next week"

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Proceedings of Council
(Column 2)

Summary: Report of Town Council meeting. Issues discussed include reservoir repairs, street signs, and application to extend town limits.
(Names in announcement: Imboden, Baylor, Bell)

Washington Monument
(Column 2)

Summary: A box has been placed in the Post Office to receive contributions for the construction of the Washington monument.
(Names in announcement: Capt.Stevenson)

For the Spectator; Agriculture of Augusta County
(Column 4)

Summary: Report on the history and geography of Augusta agriculture.

Trailer: J. L. Campbell; Washington College; Sep. 8, 1859

Hon. A. H. H. Stuart
(Column 3)

Summary: Writer thinks that the Opposition should unite behind Stuart in the 1860 election. Writer praises Stuart and notes that Stuart is well-respected and liked in the North.
(Names in announcement: AlexanderStuart)

Trailer: Nelson

Origin of Article: Richmond Whig

Masonic
(Column 6)

Summary: Announces Masonic Lodge meeting.
(Names in announcement: W.A.Burke, D.C.McGuffin, W.S.Salthis, J.P.Hulst, J.F.Patterson)

I.O.O.F.
(Column 6)

Summary: Announces Independent Order of Odd Fellows meeting.
(Names in announcement: GeorgeCochranJr., E.H.Peck, D.C.McGuffin)

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Married
(Column 2)

Summary: Married on September 8.
(Names in announcement: Rev.J.C.Hestall, JamesHats, SophiaByrd)

Married
(Column 2)

Summary: Married near Sherando on September 8.
(Names in announcement: Rev. Mr.Wirgman, JamesDedrick, RosannahCoyner)

Married
(Column 2)

Summary: Married in Staunton on September 9.
(Names in announcement: Rev.WilliamBaker, WilliamNewman, RebeccaTrayer)

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