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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
From the Richmond Compiler.
A GALLANT ACT ABOUT 10 BE RE-
WARDED

The daring and generous exploit of
young KeIlam, (his name is Benjamin ].
Kellam, not Kellum, as at first printed,
in rescuing the son Of Mr.. Howell from
drowning in the falls, during the late flood,
has attracted wide spread notice and
commentator. II has even been made
the subject of correspondence between
the Virginia Delegation in Congress and
the President with the object on the part
Of the former, OF rewardlng his conduct.
This is truly gratifying to every one who
can properly appreciate a noble and dis
interested act.
Soon after the event, we received from
one ofthe Virginia Delegation a letter,
stating that he had seen notice oil It IN
the Compiler, and making some inquiries
with regard to young KelIam, with view,
rs the writer said, Of nterceding with the
Government for commission IN the SER
vice for him, in honor OF his act; as he
deserved, in his (the writer's) opinion,
some signal evidence Of public favor.
The worthy Representative evinced the
finest feelings in his encomium upon the
deed. He regarded il as a remarkable
case Of true hofoism, and deemed it much
more worthy of honor than the ordinary
instances of courage, where life is hazard.
ed TO destroy and not to sare; TO inhict
injury instead of benefting our felloao be-
ings. The sentiments Of the letter and
the warm socitude exhibited TO see the
act rewarded, bore high testimonies to the
noble qualities of mind and name as he
does not wish TO be known in the matter,
except as one OF the Representatives from
Virginia, all Of whom he is satisfied feel
as much interest in the case as he does.
In answer to this letter, we gave the
result of our inquiries concerning young
kelam. They were highly favorable,
aud went to show the unerrIng principle
that honesty, sincerity and truth are ever
traits OF the brave and generous hearted.
The report of him from those that knew
him. showed that his daring exploit was
in perfect keeping with his character.
Upon receiving the necessary niorma-
ton, the gentleman to whom i: was adj
dressed obtained the hearty cooperation
of,he Virginia Delegation of both Houses,
in petition to President Tyler in behalf
Of young Kellam. His case, we have
the hes, reason for knowing, deeply in.
teresled the President, and he was anxious
To accord to him some signal proofof pub
lie appreciation. He Che Presdent)
promptly laid the communication before
the Secretary of War, urging him to be.
stow favorable consideration on the ap-
plcatiou. Below is the reply of the Sec
TctaTy.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
With the highest respect,
Your obedlent servant,
4 SPENCER
To the PRESIDENT.


We are authorized to say that the sug-
gestion oi the Secretary will be adopted,
and that young kellam will be placed at
the private school preparatory to his adj.
mission as q cadet.
This example Of rewarding brave
and dIsinterested act, is Of incaculable
value, and does honor to the gentlemen
through whom it has been exhibited.
The recipient OF these attentions is
poor youth, raised to laborlous pursuits.
He has been trained in the path of homes
", BY an upright and vlrtuous mother,
who has struggled through the severest add
versity. HIS conduct has been marked
by sobriety and industry. The state oil
the times has thrown him out of employ.
ment but in every condition no has
maintained an Independent spirit and hon.
est reputation. We mention these facts
as we'll to give greater force to the exam.
pie IN honorlng young kellam's act, as TO
strengthen his claims, lie gives evidence
OF an honorable ambition and an intelli.
gence that warrant the anticipation that
with the opportunity he will 90 honor to
himself in a higher sphere.
Thus We have a double example for
the youth ofthe country. First, we have
Kelam's noble act, in which he hazard
ed his own life to rescue that offs fellow
being, thus making society his debtor
And, secondly we have the example in
which his act is honored by the praise Of
all, and by a mark of appreciation from
men in high stations. What stimulus
to generous acts, to honesty and truth
How beautifully do these facts illustrate
the lines Of Pope.
Honor and shame from no condition rise,
Act well your part-'ts there the honor li,s'
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18

Those who keep bees will find an ex-
ira advantage in buckwheat tina, is so~n
rather late, in the excellent pasture fur
nished for bees as they will procure an
abundance of honey for winter use from
the flowers after other flowers are gone.
Though this honey is inferior for family
use, il answers we'll as food for bees, and
as it is the lust they procure, OF course II
will be first consumed by them.-Farn'-
erS' Jour.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
WAR DEPARTMENT,
july %, 1912. !

SIR: | have received your letter and the
accompanying papers, in relation to young
Krllam, and beg you to believe that par
tcipate in the noble and generous feel
ing which you evince in his behalf.
There is not n single vacancy among
the Lie,t nants in tho Army. If there
were. the President could not fill il by an
appointment during the session Of the Sen.
ate. lie can only nominate to that body,
which confirms or rejects.
1t is not any rule Of the Department
that prscIudes the appointment of any cit
izan from civil life it is the law of April
90, 1912, which requires that vacancies
shall b" supplied by the supernumeraries
attached to tho different arms. There
are now 8 or 10 supernumerarles to each
arm.
think we must look out for employ
mpnt for krllam in some military estab-
lshm"nt, where he can not only be USE
fII, but may acquire that education and
that acquaintance with the manners and
customs ot the world which would fit him
for military officer, aud without which
his situation would be most unpleasant to
himself. | will immediately make the
necessary inquiries for such place.
The handsomest compliment that could
be paid him, would be for the representa-.
tlves from Virginia and the officers Of the
Government to contribute sufficient sum
to send him, for one year, TO Mr.. Kin
sIey's private school at West Point, where
he could be prepared for tho Military A.
cadcmy, and selected next year. The
whole expense cannot exceed $3.50.
Thus he will obtain an education that
will fit hun for the business Of life, and
relieve HIM from dependence on a single
employment which is somewhat precari.
Gus, as it is subject to the changes Of leg
Islatlon.
With the highest respect,
Your obedlent servant,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
Certificates.
HANCE'S COMPOUND SYRUP OF HORl
HOUND.

HOUND.
The popularity of this excellent preparation for
cough ia ever on the increase Read the follow
ing:
WINcHEsTER, Va, january 1871.
SrR:-Since you established an agency tor your
Compound Syrup of Horehonnd in our city, have
tried it, and found the greatest relief imaginable.
| recommended II to several of my neighbor who
were suffering with cough, and they have found the
same relief The demand for i, in the city is on
the increase and families in the country send
ing in for it continnaly. am so very much pleas
ed with the effects of it tha: would like per
son to know what truly valuable preparation II is
JOHN GRAHAM
To SErH 5. HANCk.
Price so cents per bottle. For sale by William
Dorsey, Druggist Mart,nsburg, Va.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18

Dior CAKEs.-One quart OF milk, largo
teaspoonful Of salBratus, dissolved IN cup
of cream; to which stir in -four very
smoothly until thick batter. Then DIP
your spoon in milk, and with il place your
batter at short distances in buttered pan.
Very delicate, made entirely with cream,
either with or without eggs.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
NOTICE TO AL CONCERNED.

DYa Deed of Trust executed this day by VIM.
Nd Long and wife, and William S. Long, we
have been constituted the Trustees of all their
property, for the paymen, of all their debts OF
every description. To effect this object, il will be
iadispensably necessary that those who have ac-
counts with VIM. Long, VIM. Long & Son, VIM.
5. Long & Company, or the late firm OF James !
Erskine & Company, should close their accounts
without delay, and those indebted pay the sums
respectively owing by them. We are alone author
lied TO receive such dues, and money must be
paid, except by our authority nd notice is here.
by given 10 all concerned, and they referred to
the deed duly admitted to record. Mr. Long and
his have agreed to lend their aid in settling all
accounts, debts and demands. which they will do
under the sanction and control ofthe Trustees. II
is confidently hoped that all creditors will be paid
off their just demands in full; but this only
be done by speedy settlement und liquidation oil
what may be due TO the concern, this notice is
given, that all interested may understand why no
further indulgence can be extended.
ID. II. CONRAD.
DANIEL BURKHART,
April IL, 1871. Trustees under the Deed.
Ap l5-tf
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18

bargain, in
STOCK OF GOODS,
nj the Mill Creek Store, at Bunker's Hill. II con-
sists Of the greatest variety, and is the most COM
pete assortment for the country trade, of any es-
tabshmenl in this valley and can be bought on
most advantageous terms-es to price and time Of
payment. If desired, the stock will be equally di-
vided. Persons wishing to purchase, see the
goods in the care OF Mr. John z. Stewart, and for
the terms, apply to US, personally or by letter,
in Martinsburg. The store house also be had
by the purchaser, il desired and il is admitted to
be the best stand in the county
We also offer a TR.4CT OF LIND, lying
near Martinsburg, adjoining the lands Of Christian
Tabler, William Gorrell and others, containing 46
acres-a large portion of which is in Timber.
Also, HOUSE e. LOT, on Burke Street, in
Martinsburg, near the Rail Road Depot.
d. Fl. CONRAD,
d. BURKHART.
September Q, 184i.--tf
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18

1t seems thai a National Convention Of
the "colored gemmen" was to have been
held in Philadelphia on the Both ult., but
was postponed on account Of the riots.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
Coal. Coat!

TT HAVE on haHj and will constantlv keep a
n large supply of CUMBERLAND COAL, Of
the best quality, and at the lowest market prices.
have made arrangements with Mr.. Benjamin
Blue, who has strong team, and will haul at least
sixty bushels of Stone Coal from here TO Martins
burg or its vicinity, for five dollars and in proper.
ZION TO other parts of the county. The team can be
had at any time by giving one days notice to the
subscriber.
p. BROIDRlCk,
Honeywood Mills, July 81, 1912.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18

PLATTE CITY, in Missouri, was, two
years aud half since, a forest! 1t has
now hundred substantial dwellings, and
fne public buildings.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18

There is man at Rochester, who has
become so celebrated for adjusting diff
cuit,es, that the ladies' in his nelghborhood,
when they are out Of eggs, send for him
o settle coGee.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
To all whom ii may concern.

To all whoT ii may concern.
Know ye, that we, the undersigned, citizens OF
Columbiana county, State of Ohio, have bought OF
and had in use Robert Martins Patent Bee Pal
aces, and certify from past experience, that it
has fully satisfied our most sanguine expectations
and ,fltctually preserved bees from wormsi
and that we believe it to be the best patent Bee
Palace we have seen in use, and also believe that
there can be as much honey taken out of one OF
his Palaces without breaking the comb or killing
the bees, as there can be in the old way by killing
the bees. Given under hands this 22d day OF
April, 1912.
Hiram Bell, Samuel Bowie,
Henry Walter, VIM D. Chamberlain,
George Waiier Amos Dillon,
I.aac Chamberlain. VIM. Hawkins.
have had one of the above described Palaces
TWO seasons and from the best of my experience,
believe the above To be correct.
JOSEPH JAMES.
In addition to the above, would add, that from
what experience had, would ask nothing better.
believe il TO be brought TO perfection.
have had one Of the above described palaces
two seasons, aud it has an,wered my expectations;
and believe the above to be correct.
NATHAN COPE.
hereby certify that the above is true and cor
rect copy of the original. I. T. ROPES
June g. 1912.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
NOTICE.
TO all scI,0ns a. may Concern

DY Deed OF Trust. executed by Joseph Burns
ID to the undersigned, trustee, bearing date ~
26lh day of April, 1912. and duly recorded in ,ha
County Court Of Berkeley,
ALL THE BONDS, BILLS, NOTES.
Book Accounts, and Debts.
outstanding and due to the late firm Of Bu,n. G.
Seibert," the lata firm of " Burns, Linens & q, y
and to g Joseph Burns," and also all arrraf. sn3
dues Of every description due and unoaid on tba
Books Of the said Joseph Burns, as late Depu,v
Sheriff Of Berkeley County have been assigned m
transferred for the purposes set forth in said trust
This notice is therefore given to oil persons n any
wise indebted to come forward and make payment
to the undersigned Those who are indebted by
aeeoERt. and not prepared TO make payment imms-
diately, are notified tina, their accounts mus, be
closed BY note, as soon can be--otherwise, they
viii be put in suit The Books are KEEP, at the
Store House Of Mr.. Burns, who will attend to clos,
ing all open accounts, by taking notes Persons
prepared to make payment, can find the undenlsn-
ed at his Office, in Msrtinsburg.
HARRISON WAITE,
May ), ls42.--tf Trustee
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
Attention! Apiarians.
MARTINS IMPROVED
3 E E g H O VI s. ~.

ygyHIS valuable improvement IN the culture o!
k Bees has been introduced into Loudoun,
Fairfax, Spoltsy Caroline, Clarke Jefferson,
Morgan, Berkeley and Frederick, as well as many
other counties in the State of Virginia, and is uE-
questionshly decidedly superior to any other Bee
House in use. Ii ia SO constructed as TO prevent
the depredations of the worm ehectuslly, every
part OF the house being worm-proof; il prevents
the trouble and loss incident hiying, and affords
every facility Tor taking the honey without destroy
ing the bre. The house may be constructed with
any number II apartments from three to sixty, but
fifteen convenient any other number.
House OF individual rights can be had OF
Mr.. Levy, Morgan
Mr.. Stsckhcuse, Winchester
Mr. DAnner. Mddetown, Frederick Co,
Dr.. Kline, Front Royal.
Mr.. Latham, Uprerville.
Me-. Fouche, Leesborg.
Mr.. Van Ness, Dumfries, Prince William, Va.
Peake & Maddox. Fredericksburg.
Gretter & Peake, Richmond
and County Rights in the State Of Virginia, of
6. T.. ROBERTS,
narLaiay Cr,frea Mar,ar 70 Va
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
Berkeley Springs, Morgan Co, Va.

The following are selected from a number OF
1thrr ceruheates 10 show the success which has
attended it wherever introduced
Know all men by these presents that we, the
undersigned, citizens Of East Fairfield, State
Of 0hin do hereby certify that we have seen and
examined Robert Martins Bee Palace which has
been in use three seasons, and do certify that II is
free from webs, and that it does pass of the worms
and answer that purpose beyond our most sansune
expectations; and Also that it is the most convc-
nient for taking honey and preserving the Bees OF
any plan OF which We have any knowledge; and
feel ourselves justified in recommending enter
prising public to try il for themselves.
William Ecof Israel Thompson
Jacob Walker II. Wharton
VIM. Nightwine, John W. Neigh,
VIM G. Williamson, Jos. Patton,
Milton Grey Robert w. jackson,
Geo Hoffman, q. III. Brown,
benjamin Markey. Jacob Anderson,
Lamb't Williamson VIM. r. MARKELL
Jesse Williams VIM. Hall.
Jos S Taylor, Charles Kay,
Benz Ferrali, Jacob Richards.
April 81, 1912.
| certify the above to be true copy of the ORR
ginal I. p. ROPES.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
Great Bargains!

FENHE subscriber, having determined to close his
n business, and that Of the late firm of Hamme
& stephens, offers TO his customers and the
public generally. an opportunity Of purchasing
GOODS cheaper than perhaps ever before offered
in this community. In addition 10 his former stock
he is now receiving fresh supply OF
NEW GOODS
which will be sold on like terms, without reserve,
a. his object is TO dispose of his entire stock
Those who wish TO purchase on short credit, or
for Cash. will find il to their decided advantage TO
call before making their purchases.
JACOB HAMME.
May 49, 1912.
D5s Persons knowing themselves indebted to the
late firm, on account, will call and close the same
HAMME & STEPHENS.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
Imperial Cosmetic Lotion.

HNHIS LOTION is recommended with conf
n dence in its value for the of Rheuma-
tism. Spraius, Bruises, and Sore Throat. Also.
for the removal of Fieekles, Eruptions of the Skin
Chaps Of the Face and Hands, Ronghness OF The
Complexion, from exposure to either heat or cold
and IS general beantifer Of the skim rendering II
fair, smooth and soft
Around each bottle will be found all suitable d.
rections for its use.
Prepared and sold only by
WIN. DORSEY,
Martinsburg, July 81, 1912. Drngcia.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
WOODBURY. FOR SALE.

EHEING about to remove TO the University, |
I'D offer my residence, called
WOODBURY., with $40 acres of @fS.A
LAND, for sale. lts situation and go - ~, Ea
improvements are so well known ss.s Il Ii.
in this part OF the county, that 1T
is unnecessary TO describe il, particularly, as any
purchaser will probably visit il.
The terms of payment will be very easy and ac'
commodaling.
H. S. G. TUCKER.
August 10, l8iI-tf
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
STOCK OF GOODS
s9TeH -BsRRGsEEsF.
STOCK OF GOODS,

YNNHE undersigned, Trustees of Wan. Long and
H. VIM. S. Long, offer at private sale, great
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18

Poia IN The Side and BreaSt.-For the cure oil
this disease fouad nothing equal to Dr. Taylor's
Balsam Of Livefwort, made ut 375 Bowery. 1t
cured me when was very i'll, from strain which
produced severe pain.
HUGH McGALE, % Thomas st.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1842-08-18
GEO. WELLS, 90 John st.

Difficulty Of Breathing For several months ]
have been tornented with disease, which tI'ed
every means to cure. But DR.. Taylor's Basom H.
nally cured me. For shortncss of breath it acts
like magic and will he found very beneficial.
ISAAC BURNS, 40 Cherry ST. ~ Y.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1842-01-18
INVENTED AND PhFrARkp nv

NJ. DE BeupELOQUE, NJ. D., IsBoN. foRTg6AL-
sI,tiE .ns,6r coynh,nxtios OF ingredients Of which hese
pills are composed hsv smad them he wonder and sdpi
-.,;1n of ~. ,vorId TIL Known all Eurvpc b
~. l n,enastiou discovered tat has proved uvara
Ne IN IN producing the monthly Their certainty.
being such that must not b. used daring preg.
.cv Tor though mild SAFE. and healthy ihsy eersSn 70
sroduce upiscan iaee i used during that pe.iod- -.
rausa into Esgsh and sopee
round the seal Of the impcrter s.aped Each bon ec
have the signature OF Dr. MELVEAU, ashounsd
- - for the continent ~ America -.
They = transmitted by mail TO OF the unitss
States LetAsrs directed % Or. +. Me.saa, ber a. II
si meet with immediate attention Sold by sppeintn su
IA rsnd cf Allsr. Price o.. Han boss' w.
No hall bops sent by mail.
d2sIm&&w.
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nR RICHARDSON'S SHERRY WINE BITTERs.-
Rcha dso Is Bters advertised in another column are
the habit of drinking bte (any than the good girl
Of going meeting for the pleasure Of j. We have
ready without lhe aud Of rue wormwood or quassa Never
the OBJ god become either pill swat
lever or abbber. should he inclined to call at Grants
and Inquire The to health and III" OF Doctor Rich
ardson-Exeter IN. H. News Letter.
SHERRY WINE HTTsRs.-These are remedy very highly
and very Justly recommended by great eca
cy giving strength to the weak and debtatsd The Of
has proved their virtues Untncured BY
The sghes deeteous matter, they communicate the healing
ere OF the medicinal and plants They
btua heathiness They eauno be too frequently
public by encomiuns from the press
IA b & D. Sands, 70 aud 100 Fulton street. Agents
NO In speaking of the excellence Of the Sherry Wine Bit
eers of hch Mess-s A. D. Sands agents meant
those prepared by Dr. u Richardson Of South Reading
Mass.-Eye fgnal, y. Y
Sold at wh, sale and retail bv A.. B. & D. Sands Drug
giss and Fulton st David Sands Co II Broad
way: Adm Sands Co 273 Broadway Codtipgton. 2a7
Hudson Mors 5si Grand, OF Canno Ring,
Brewsy dis I'm
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COUNTERFEIT.
FEMALE MONTHLY
PILLS

OWING to the celebrity, efficacy and ariable success Of
" Madame Reste's Female Monthly Pills in all Gases Of
rregulrty suppression stoPpage of those func "
nature which the health Of every female depends sine
their ton into the United
counterfes and continually attempted 10 B.,
pamed of for the genuine Cheap rs porcha
sed tw eve cents box different boxes called
Female Monthly Pills with the object Of selling possible
dollar Females therefore cautioned
that all female Monthly Pills countereits except tho,e
sod Madame Restes Principal Once, Its ct
New York aud No Essex street, Boston Price 81.
Madame Rssells is written the of each
boz
B. The married under must abstain
from their for the directions
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a. FOR NEW ORLEANS-Pseket of the ssd Jan
1Qf uayThe first class fast sailing PACKET ship ST.
MARY, Captain Foster, will ssl above her re
euu day and can in superior accommodate cabin
and cabin and seerage assengeTs immediate appcasn
made on board ,he chip foot OF Pile st ,srto
JUS HERDMAN. 81 South st.
hkG tAssAGE FOR sAVANNAa-Fist facs
M26$ et-Ibe splendid packet brig EXACT. Captain
Johnson sails Irsitively As above
his has splendid fer cabin sreoud
ton should be made 10 - 49,
:, W. 81 T. TAPsCoTT, 40 South street,
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MADAME RESTET,[,.

Es.Hl ALE FHN sltIAN. Office and resleno. las Gren
L vich sirec, (bowe,n Corlandt and Liberty ste.ts)
where ss be consul with the srctest sonhdsnte
complaints incident to the female frame
Madame Eesiels experience aud Knowledge in the treat
neni OF obstinate u female rreguarity topge
&c, such require days
relief and peee, recovery Ladies desir proper med
ca Ntcuisnce during cuDnemsnt other ipdslosition
~" be accommodated during such time with private
iret,abe board Preventive Powders" for married ladies
whose delicate health lorbids rapid
lamy viii be sent by ua to lN Ct the United states
package All etters (post psj sddr ssseJ 20 boz
SIS, y. y. city VAL hs received.
,~,or ofhcs No Esssxsr
Lame Res ell would inform ladies residing cut Of
Mno, ttslth MD not admit Of travelling hat she
"eNpr her .ssonal attendance upon any
o' w, u,'ed states within reasonable distance.