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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

@- The Courier Des Etats Unis, a French pa.
per, published in N York, states tina, il has beer
officially requested to announce, that the govern.
ment is DESTROYS of obtaining the services of two
companies of French aud German volunteers, tc
fight the Indians in Florida. The government,
has already obtained the services of large nun
Der OF Indians from the west, to assist in the
Florida war. and will wish, probably, when il
has engaged all the foreigners IL can, TO enlist a
lew American citizens for the same service. In
dians' first, then Foreigners, and lastly Ameri.
cans. Quite complimentary
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
Valuable Land for Sale.

'x%HE under signed, appointed a special
COMMISSIONS for that purpose by de
cree Of the circuit superior court of Berke
ley. in the case of john II vanmetre and
wife rs the executors and heirs Of Abra
ham Gor:ell, deed. will sell at pubic auc
ton, before the Court House, in Martins
burg, on Monday. tie 18Th day Of Nopsm
Der neat,
N TRAcT OF /. NJ D,
containing l20 ACRES. or Whereabouts
OF which the said Abraham ~tiorrell died
seized. lying aud being in The Comfy o.
Berkeley. and being the same tract pur
chased by said GorreIl of said John +. Var
metre.
a5rTerms Of Sale. as fixed by the de
cree" one third in cash, and tue balance
IN two eqsal annual payments ; the defer
red paymen's TO be secured by good per
sonal security and a lien on the land"
CHARLES JAS. FAULKNER
October lS. IS37.-4t
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

ANOTHER EpIroR REwAnpED.-SAmuELH Han.
kEa editor Of the Baltimore Republican, has sold
~ MS interest in that establishment. to Msssrs
6u'k and Cox, The Republican is a ~vlolen, ad
m'oi'tration paper. and as Mr., Harker ha. been
I" faithful conductor of the said journal for some
years 1t has been thought proper by the powers
'ha' be- TO take him from his labors and quarter
MN upon the public crib, as a ~recompence for
MS toll He retires upon a elerkship, making
The fifth in number. of those who have edited
mat paper for a season. and been supplied with
places OF profit. as a remuneration for their ser.
vice.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

VIRGINIA - AT the Rules holden 10 the
Clerks Office Of the Circuit Superior Cour
Of Law and Chanccry for Morgan County, on the
FIRST Monday in October, 1887.
John Davis. puD.
George Davis, Michael Davis, Isaac Davis, and
Joseph Davis, children and heirs OF M icl ae
Davis, deed. and Jacob Huntsbury, and Sally
Huntsbury. late Sally Davis, and Hannah IIig-
gems, tine said Sally and Hannah being children
aud heirs Of Jacob Davis, who was one of the
children Of said Michael Davis, deed, deffs
IN CHANCEgY.
defendants not having entered
d their appearance, and given security,
according TO the act Of Assembly, and TIE
rules Of this court. and il appearing by sa
iisfactory evidence that they are not Inha
hitants Of this Commonwealth II is or
that The said defendants do appear
on The first day Of the mex term, and an
swcr the Compliments tiil aud that a
copy Of this order be forthwith inserted 10
newspaper published IN Mattinstofg
FOR Two months successfully. aud that a
like copy be posted at the front door Of
the Court House in Morgan county.
A Copy-Tesie,
JACOB RICHARD, G. G.
October IL, IS37.-9n
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

De- The Hon. LEWIS CoNpIcT, a sound whie
and an able statesman. has been chosen speaker
OF the House OF Representatives of the Legisla-
ture Of New Jersey, and WILLIAM PENNINGTON
Esq, has been chosen Governor Of the State by
both branches Of that body, on joint ballot. The
choice OF both officers was made by a large ma
Iority. New Jersey is thoroughly represented
IN her legislature by Whigs. She has finished
this year, the work that she began last.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

BALTIMORE MARLET.

For the meek ending Nou. a.
FLouR-Howa ard Street, IS 60 to 3 IL. Wa.
gon price, S. 80.
W~HEAT-Primc Reds. 81 so to | SIS; White
81 SIS to s 80.
C~oRS--Sales Of old white, IS 10 90 cents
Yellow, IS TO 81 on. New 20 to so cents.
RyE-S5 TO 81 cents.
DAT Worth 35 cents.
WHisKEY-40 cents for hhds, a2 to 10 for
bbls. Wagon price 81 cents.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
NEW TALr cco-S.
Hamme 81 Stenhens.

A RE nov receiving and opening \ new
IA and substantial Stock Of GOODS.
winch they would invite their customers
and the public generally TO call and exam
me. We need not say they are cheap, but
come and see.
Our assortment consists in part Of a hes
Wy stock of superior CLOTHS. to which
we would PARTICULAR, invite the attention
OF those who want the article. Also, Cas-
simsres & Cdsstnetts. together with a large
stock Of DOMESTIC GOODS. Hard
Queens. Glass. Stone. and Uooaea ,care
and prime GROCERIES.
Octaher II. 1887
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

GALvANIC TELEGRAPH.-It is rela.
ted In a late Birmingham paper that
the mode Of making instantaneous com.
m|unication between distant places by
galvanic power, has been put to test
on the London and Birmingham rail.
way, under the direction of Professor
Milestone and Mr.. Stephenson, the
engineer 10 the company. -Four cop.
per wires, acted upon at each END OF
the line at pleasure, by the agency OF
very simple galvanic communlcators,
have been laid down on the line Of the
London and Birmingham railroad to
the extent of 25 miles. They are en-
closed in n strong covering Of hemp,
and each terminus is attached TO a dia-
gram on which the "a letters OF the al.
phabet are engraved, in relative posi-
tons, with which the wires communi-
cate, by the aid of movable keys, and
Indicate the terms ofthe communication.
The gentlemen referred TO. were fully
satisfied that communications to almost
any extent may thus be made i~nstanta.
neously by the agency of galvanisn.
Y. Post.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

MATRIMONIAL little before the re-.
soiutlonary war, when parsons were
scarce in the upper part Of Virginia, n
certain English parson relates that ha.
wing to stop there once, seven couples
came from a distance to be married at
the same time, and Accommodations were
SO scarce, that the seven couples, "did
sleep that night in an old barn upon n
pile Of straw"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
R d.

MRS. WOLFF. respectfully Informs
AVE- the public, tia, she has opened a
private BOARDING HOUSE, at her
residence on Burke street, Mariinsburg
where she will receive boarders by the
week. month, or year, on reasonable and
accommodating terms.
Great pains will be taken 10 promote the
comfort and convenience Of all who maj
take up their residence with her.
November 1, lsS7-St
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

Gry-it is with sincere and heartfelt regret, that
we learn tina our former feliow-cItIzen DIR. THo-
MAS DAVIS, has fallen a victim TO that scourge
Of the Sou,h-the yellow Fever. He died al
Na,chez. Mississippi, on the 9TH Of October.
DR.. ID. was a native Of Kentucky, but was for
many years a citizen Of this town; where his
vigorous intellect, gentlemanly department, and
kindness. gained him the respect and friendship
Of all who had the pleasure Of his acqua intance
He formerly represented the county of Berke'
lie, in the House Of Delegates Of Virginia.
He has left an affec,ionate wife. and a large
circle of friends and acquaintsnces TO mourn hit
i0ss,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

WeIHE MAGNOLIA is the title of a new semi
monthly periodical. lately established in New
orleans, by N. GREESE NoRTH, formerly Of
Shariestown, Jefferson county, Va. We hav c
NOT yet had time TO peruse the No. sent us, and
can only speak of its outw ard appearance, which
is as neat and inviting as the splendid Southern
P'oa'e''o" from which il derives its cognomen.
II I" ,"'ended for the Ladies Of the South.
Terms, IS per year; sc to distant subscribers.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
More .HssV Goods!
CHEAPER THAN EvERn


WE have the pleasure TO announce 10
w our customers and TO The pubic ge
morally, tina, we have Just received one OF
the most Extensive and General Assert
ment of Goods. thar has, probably, ever
been exhibited in this market. which we
can sell a little cheaper thao ever the,
have seen them.
We will mol attempt " enumerate our
stock suffice Il to say, tina, " have al
most every thing kept in q retail store
We think that all those wishing 10 pur
chase viii find il 10 .heir advantage TO give
US q calt, for the &c, ms on which we bought
our Goods enables rs 10 sell them vgR,
Low, aud zoe are determined 10 do IL Cal
aud see Us, and if We don't sell you good,
cheap. we will not ask you 10 buy them.
w. LONG Il son.
| Octobef "a 1877
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

tu~The Salisbury IN. CO. Waterman states
that it has learned from a high source, that the
States Rights party in South Carolina, furnishes
but few supporters to Mr.. Calhoua's position up.
on the Sub Treasury scheme. Gov. Hayne is
cad 70 be opposed 10 it.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
MARTINsBURG
WOOLLEN FACTORY.

WILCox & JOB respectfully inform
Wv the public that they have on hand
a few pieces Of prime LlNSEYS-double
and single width-w which they will sell for
cash-or on a short credit, 10 ~punctual
deaiers-or give in exchange for wool a,
the market price.
Noeember l., 1887.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

% Among The passengers lost in the i'll fa,ed
steam packet Home. was the Hon. Oliver n.
Prince, formerly u. S. Senator from GEORGIA
with his wife aad servant. They had been
spending the summer at Boston, where Mr.. p.
was engaged in experimenting the publication a
an edition of the laws Of Georgia.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

o- The Wandering Piper has published an
address in the Liverpool Gag papers, in which
he states that the contributions he received while
on his piping tour through America, amounted 10
1927 600; every cent of which he bestowed up.
on charitable institutions.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

The WooDwoRTH BENEFIT at the
National Theatre was, we are happy
to say, n%umerously attented, and the
whole went offadmirably we'll. VAN.
DENHoFF as Cato was even better than
when he first played it in this city, and
RICE and Burton kept the audience
in a roar during the time they were on
the stage. We have not heard the a.
mount of the proceeds of the Benefit
but think it will not fall short of $4,000
"a sum which will place Mr.. WooD.
WORTH beyond the reach Of want, un.
der his short %solourn. Never was there
a complimentary and charitable Benefit
more richly deserved, and all who have
contributed to its success cannot fail to
be gratiied with the result OF their Ia
bors.-N. Y. Courier.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

Notice.

A LII persons indebted 10 the subscri
Ia her on contracted at the
Drug Store, or otherwise, will confer a
great favor by calling and paying off their
accounts, or closing them by notes,
X. McSHERRY.
October IS, 1887.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

1t will be recollected, that, some time
since, Gen. Jackson in a letter from
the Hermitage denounced the suspen
sion of Specie payments by his pet
baLks, in bitter and %reproachful terms
He charged them with suspending for
the purpose OF gratifying Biddle and
the Barings"-whose reputation he as.
sailed-and bringing his Experiment
into disrepute !; with treachery, Ingraii.
tude &c. Tina. letter has reached Eng.
land, and a London paper thus speaks
oft -
GEN. JACKSON AND MEssRs. BAR.
INGs.-ln a proceeding article we have
referred to a charge brought by Gen.
Jackson against the Opposite Banks o
America, that they attempt to ''degrad,
embarrass, and ruin their own cou
|try," and "purely to crafty Biddlt
and the Barings." OfalI persons in tn,
world whose general reputation affords
a presumption that they could not b.
gratifed by an injury inflicted upol
any one, the house of Messrs. Baring'
stand pre-eminent, their character no
being more respectable as merchant,
than as men; but that they could b,
gratified by the ruin of their " Gus
toners, is such an extravaganza stretch
OF distempered fancy, that the charge
stultifies itself.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
A-rrRErTrcrs WANTED.

ETZENiEL SHOWERS, wishes to en-.
Al gsge two good. steady. Industrious
boys, as apprentices to The Tailoring Blu
Of "a or i5;ycars of age, and
another II or u, VIII fad good situations
nv supplying soon.
November 1, lsST.-tf
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
Apprentices Wanted.

VEvANTED by the undersigned. rs sp
Wv prcntees TO the Tailoring Business,
one or two boys. between the ages Of ID
aud i6. To those Of industrious habits
and good character. liberal encouragement
will be given. HIRAM BOWEN.
October IS, IS57.-tf
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
On Monday Next!

ArxxEzsSzo Mrs. SoMMERvILLE re.
-IyS-ss s%pectfuIly begs leave to re
~@s$hAxz mind her friends and the
public, that. on Monday next. tconri day.
the sale Of her Household and Kitchen Fur
Sc. takes place. at her residence.
on King street-commencing al 10 O'Clock.
A. M. Their attendance is requested, as
bargains may he had.
November 8, 1887.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

Co. The Globe has stigmstizcd the eoHserva-
tive part OF the Van Buren, party, as traitors to
the true Democratic" cause, as factionists-ss
federsls low does the Richmond Enquirer like
the application Of " Federal ;,-Nous rerrons.
He will be driven from his position if he per.
ceives a probability Of his being in the inisority
IF not he will hold on whore he now stands
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
MIR. Shepperson's School

WILL m at the Academy, or
w Monday. the 23d instant. Terms,
for the scholastic year Of ten months Tor
English Scholars, $40; Classical Scholars
$50. October 10, 1887.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
NEW GOODS!
Wilson ~ D0U,

HEAvE just received and finished open.
ZEE ing a laIge and general assortment
OF F.4LL 8. UIN1ER GOODS.
Persons wishing 10 purchase would do
well TO give them a call. AS their assert
mcnt is complete, selected with care. and
on such terms as enable them
10 sell at prices that cannot fail TO please.
9TCome and see.
October ~. IS97.-ff
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

The Wings of New Hampshire are
making spirited preparations orthe APP
preaching elections in their State. 1t is
intended by them TO give the vanites
a har fight, if not an entire defeat.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

1EoseiA ELEcTIoS.-Returus from all the
counties have been received. They give Gil.
mer' the wing candidate for governor a majority
of COG,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
New Goods!

BURNS d SEiBERT,
HHAVE just received aud finished open
EH ing a large and general assortment
of NEW s. CHEAP GOODS, compri
sing almost every article necessary 10 make
their assortment complete.
October IS. 1887.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
" Il.

a Ii persons having claims against the
IN estate of John French. decd, are re
quesied TO present them, properly authen.
tIcated. for settlement /; and those owing
said estate. will please make immediate
payment, as it is wished TO close the bust
ness Of the estate as soon as possible.
SILAS HARLAN, Admir-.
Ortaher 95, IS3T.-St
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

CANDLES, RICE 81 TEA.
HAVE a small quantity of each Of the
I'll above-which | will sell low 10 close
sale. WIN. DORSEY.
November s, 1887.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

EFERNARD DOLL wishes 10 engage
AD an apprentice TO the House Jointring
trade. A good. industrious lad. 10 or is
years Of age, will meet with good cneour
agement by applying soon.
November 8. lS37-St
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
M a d.

On Wednesday morning. Is, instant, a,
the Episcopal Church. by the Rev. G. e.
Taliaferro. HARRrsos WAITE. ESQ, 10
Miss SARAH HOLLAND lfARRIsoS. dsugh.
ter OF DR.. John S. Harrison Of this town.
On Thursday. the Goth ult. by the Rev
James Watts, Mr.. JAcoB SILER TO Mis-.
JULIAEN SAILHAMER, all Of this county.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
HERE COMES ~EyaANDRnTH,
M. RRANpKErH.

Iranfs no Colisgt, no fasfitwtion. no nionors
~, no Charter he being quite sastshedt 10
rest on the pUironqgs Of The Public, fur
the success at his Grandfalher's
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
FARMING ~uTuNsrLs.

such as Wagons, PIooghs. and Earrows ;
Wheat Fan. Horse Gears, &c. and other
articles belonging TO a farm ; also, House
hold and Kitchen Furniture. and a large
quantity OF Corn by the busheI, and Hay
by the ion 81 load.
sJ-A credit Of twelve months will be
given on the Stud Horse and Tire shipg
Machine, and Elk months on the Corn
On all other articles a credit OF nine months
VIII he given on all sums Of five dollars
and upwards ; on all sums under five dol.
lars, the cash must be paid. Bond and
approved security will he required in all
eases where the cash is not paid. Sale 10
begin early in the day.
SlIAS HARLAN.
November 3, IS37.-9t .4dm'r
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

fHSHE subscriber will continue the Drug
B business IN all its varieties. with Fruit
aud Fancy Articles, at the stand lately
occupied by DR. Richard McSherry, ard
expects shortly a complete assortment of
the above articles; the arrival OF which.
the public will be duly notified.
92.A youth Of good moral character and
steady habits, and about Is years Of age,
viii find a good situation by making in
mediate application to me.
WILLIAM DORSEY.
October a5. ISS7-u
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
October 25. lss7.-st

NOTICE All persons having claims
AZ against the estate OF the late Samuel
Roberts, are respectfully requested TO pre-
sent them 10 me. before the day Of sale,
that immediate arrangements can be made
to pay them. Those persons indebted TO
the estate. will, Of course. make payment
forthwith. !. MYERS. Adm.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
Cloths, Cassimeres, SC.

HETE have on hand a very large assor,.
Wv ment of Cloths, Cdssinleres. CASH
netis. aud Ye.fings. 10 which we would in
viie the attention Of those wanting the. ar
iiolc, as we can sell them very low.
w. LONG & SON.
October 10, 1887.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
TO THE PUBLIC.

undersigned having sold out his
h Drug Store TO MIR. WILLIAM Don
sEY, taxes grea, pleasure in recommend
ing him 10 the public as an accomplished
DruggIst-having been brought up TO the
business in one Of the best houses in Bal
timorc, RICH'D McSHERRY.
October 25, 1887.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
For. Sale.

HAVE on hand a good BAR OUCHE
u and excellent pair Of Horses, which
will dispose Of al a bargain.
ARCHIBALD ODEN.
November l. 1887 If
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
ODe0tsOfs .ViUs.

ME highest market price in Cash.
A will be paid for good mercLsutsble
WHEAT, delivered at these mills, near
The mouth OF the Opeqnon,
STARBUCK & FOREMAN.
July 26, I8S7.-f
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
.7dmstmsssrafoy.,s Sale.


TWILL be sold on Friday he .oM da,
w OF Nocemter merit. at the Fate reel
|dence Of Samuel Roberts. decd, adjoining
Jacob Vanmetre, and near Tabb's Cros.
Roads, all Of the
Personal Property
of said decd. consisting in part of vsIua
bic York Horses, Brood Mares, and Cohs:
fourteen head Of Cattle. among which are
some fine Mich Cows ; forty five Sheep,
and a number OF Stock Hogs; also,
FARMING UTENSILS
Of every description. including two Road
Wagons. Ploushs, Harrows. Horse gears
Sc; together with HOUSEHOLD and
KITCHEN FURNITURE ofevery va
riety.
IL is unnecessary TO mention all the pro
that will be offered fer sale he, the
late Mr.. Roberts. having been a nea, and
wealthy farmer. the public may Judge what
kind of property will be offered for sale.
There will be a reasonable credit given
ty securing the payments. The sale wil
early in the day. and due at
tendance given by
JACOB MYERS, .4dm'r
,cih The wiA annexed.
October 25. lS97.-3t
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08
Public SuTp.

EETlLL be offered for sale at public auc
w lion, on Thursday. The esd inst, at
the late residence Of John French, decd.
(near Stephens Mill,) the following Pro.
perry to wit Horses, among which is a
valuable Stud Horse /; Mich Goes Steers
and Young Cattle ; Fatten,ng and Stock
Hogs; Sheep; a first rate four horse Spike
Ihreshiag Machine, and Blacksmiths Tools
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

DIED.
On the Sd inst. MIR. GEORGE HueHEs,
of this county, aged about 50 years.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1837-11-08

October rs. 1887.