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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
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JnnuE undersigned will have their accounts
rsaay for Settlement on the FIST of JanQa-
~ and ~ thsv hateInot had a set,lemea nj since
t6e Formation Of The co-Partnersh:p n 6moaths)
shey expect their customers to BE- Panctual in
calling 10 make settlements.
LII. BEARD 4 co.
December 90, 1912.
SCT All persons having accounts against me
Individually, will please present them for settle
ment. as wish ! genera closing 10 the end of
this year JOHN J.. n. STRAlTH.
December %.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

Or1Y Accounls have been ready Cor settlement
~ since the First Of January, and Ps yet out
Few Of my customers have called. Will my
friends and customers do me. the favor 10 call
and settle, and thereby save me The necessity Of
calling on them personally; I am anxious TO
close all accounts 70 the end of The year, for
ana against me All persons having accounts
against me individually, or as Administrator,
are requested 70 bring them forward for se,,Ie-
ment y ithout delay. Nm. S. LOCK
Fek q I643 $500 49,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

The .fbuse Of 1isms.-A spirited writer
says, during 4 recent visit 10 the United
States Mint, I+obseryed 10 the gold ropm,
that . sack was placed over the floor for us
to tread upon; and on iiquiring iis pur-
pose, Twas answered. thatit was 10 pre-
vent the visiter from carrying away With
the dust of his feet The minn;est particle
Of the precious metal, which, despite pi
the utmost cars would fall upon the FLOR
when the .ougher edges oftbes bar were
fled; and That the sweepings Of The bull
dings saved Thousands Of dollars Ia The
year. How much more precious The min.
ute fragments Of timel aud yet how offer
they are rodien upon like dust by ihouht
lessness and folly
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

THE MOTHER - writer beautifully re-
marks. thata man mother is the repre-
sentative OF bis Maker. Misfortune, and
even criTe,set uptno barriers between her
and her son. While His mother lives be
will have ote friend on earth who will
moi listen when be is sIandered, who will
not desert him when.1heI suffers, who will
soothe bim0in bis sorrows, snd speak 10
him Of hope when be is ready 10 despair
Her affection kpows no ebbing tide. It
flows on from pure fountain. and speaks
happiness through this vale OF tears, and
ceases only atthe ocean 81 eternity.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
J TAKE NOTICE.

HyH0SE persons indebted on Book Account
toIM, Robinson, are earnestly requested
10 can On his successors, (the undersigned, and
setlle M A many lof The accounts have been
standing two years wilho ut settlement, iuriheI
indulgence cannot be given.
Published by order Of J. NJ. Robinson.
"a g w HOLLAND.
fi-rners- Fetry Ian ~.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
8 ll0lAAND PANLElEE
ATTORNEY ATsLAW,

K1ILL Practise Law IN Jefferson, and the
wv neighboring counties, Ia the course
Of . few days he will open an Office in Charles
town Until then, helmay be found on every
Monday and Friday, atC1Efer's Hotel.
Gs-Address at Charlesfown, Jefferson county,
va, or at Hhrpers-Ferfy L
Dec %. 1a42. LII Z. =
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
j AALlkS 10 sIEIsWAz12 1Es
ATTORNEY AR Law +

YL1kS permanently located himself at Mar
n tinsbufg, Berkeley County, and respect
'fally oilers his professional services to the pub
Tic. tie will regularly attend the superiorand
Inferior Courts ofi3erkeley, Jefferson, and Nor
ganICopnties, anu give prompt attention 10 any
business entrusted to his care.
Office nearly opposite the store Of Messrs.
Wilson & DOLL II
! March % 1870 If (
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
DlENTISTI@Y..

n r. MCCORMICK respectfully informs the
~ citizens Of cbarlestown and vicinity, that
he may be found at Carriers Hotel. during the
month 81 February, 70 attend in The line Of his
profession.
jan. 10, 1888.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
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INFORMS the citizens Of charlestowr, and
il the sdjoinins country, thai he i prepared to
execute an orfers, in his line with neatness and
despatch. i, 81
4 FETe Books or orders feft the s'Free Press
Office will % sttendedto at all times.
Aug. Is. lS42.-tf.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

Men Method IF grooming asparagus -
The Editor Of me Horticultural Maya
zine, recommends a trial Of the following
method Of growing asparagus. which is
pracliced stNice. and OF which high
account is given 10 the London Garden
ers' Chronicle. Take qsart pine bottle;
inveri il over The head of . stalk Of as
paragus Just rising from the ground, and
secure Il BY three sticks SO that il cannot
be knocked over. II lettin this state. toe
asparagus will grow up into ihe interior o.
The bottle. and, being stimulated BY The
unnssal hes. and moisture il is then ex.
nosed ID. will speedily I'll ii. Assoon a
Ibis has taken place, the bottle must b
broken. and The asparagus removed, wber
Il will be found 10 kave formed a, tbicl
head Of tender delicate shoots. all eatable
ana as compac, as acanlidower.-.7meri
kan F1msT HkhF
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
lB. lF. w SstEgam gy&om,
ATToRMEY ATLAW.

CharlestoIon, Jefferson County, Tsiirginia,
"7ILL practice in the Courts Of Jsferson
" and the adjoining countissI NJ
Deo. il. la42. If p
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

SINGING The Germans ARE seldom
afflicted with consumptiops; nor have
known, says Or. Rush, but one instance 81
splitting blood among them This, Il be-
lieye. is in part occasioned BY The strength
their lungs acquire by exercise in vocal
music which constitutes an essential part
Of their education The music master Of
our academy has fursished inc with aE
observation still more in favor of this
opinion. He informed me iha, be had
known several instances of persons who
we're strongly disposed 10 consumption.
Who were restored 10 health BY the exer.
else. Of their lungs in singing.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
TAKEN.

<TWAS taken from drawer 10 the Free Press
NJ once. some time in December last, a
% ( DC spselacles. with black frame. Any in
formation leading 10 the recovery Of said Spec
tacles, will be thankfully received ~ this elice.
Feb. 2, ls43.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
a D Ar D.
mr.. .I0hm g. Hnl,is.

nFFERS his Professional services to the.
~ inhabitants Of Ksbletown and or It's yici-
nifty e1-Hemay BE- found al the residence Of
John c. Taylor, Esq.
1 Dec % ls42-Tt y
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

Tfue.-Df Claiming says: "A peo-
pie that deeths the possession Of riches
its highest source of distinction, admits one
Of the moss degrading Of all Influences
10, preside lover its opinions. AT no
time should moneye ever be ranked as more
than reaas and he who lives as il the
acq uisition III property were The sole end
pof bis existence betrays the dominion Of
The most 4oftid. base, and groyelflng me-
live that life ofFers.'' !
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

There aresihose to whom a,sense Of re-
ligion has come in storm aud tempest;
there are those whom IL hath summoned
amid scenes Of revelry and idlsE vanity;
there are those, too, who have heard fits
still small voice, amid rural leisure and
placid retirement. Bot perhaps the know
ledge that causeth not 10 err is most FREE
quently impressed upon the, mind tduFiBg
the season ofafflction, and tears are the
solteneG showers which. cause the seed Of
heaven to spring and take 700, in the hui
m an heart Scott =
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
Penetration OF the Teeth

!" oYERFIELD, VIII occasionally Re
1NNo found Of Mr. AbeIt,s Hotel. Persons
who are disposed 10 employ bin, will please
% leave word with SIR. AbeIlt and their calls
shall Be promptly attended 10.
\ Jan 90, ISl3.-3ts
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

Nh I-
POWER 1oY rHE VOICE OVER CHILDREN.
Il is usqal.to attempt the mana ement
Of children either BY corpore al punish.
meent, Or by rewards addressed to the sem
sss q g4Edts paelaRqBfnenT,h fd lie power
and Importance Of which are seldom re.
garded. Trefer TO The human voice. A
blow maybe Inflicted on child accom-
Panledfby wordssso uttered, as 10 coun-
teract entirely lis intended effect. Or
the parent may use language in the cor.
rection Of the chhG mol Objectionable IN
itself yetIsPoken ID d lone which more
than defeats is influence. Let any one
endeayorlto recall the image of a.fond
mother long since in heaven. Hersm eet
smiles and eyer clear countenance are
brought wildly V. recollection So also
is herIyolce j and blessed is that parent
who IS endowed With ! pleasing utterance.
WHAT'S Il which lurs The infant 10 tel
pose il is nq arFaylof mere words. ~
There il DO char@ to the untaught one ID
LETTERS syllables, and Sentences. II is
the sound which strikes lis little chr, III af
sootbsS sndI comPoses it-toesleep. A few
notss however unskilfully arranged, il
uttered ih asott tone aHe found 10 possess
magic inlpence. Think ye that this IN
finence is confined 10 The cradle No, its
difused ovef.3every age, and ceases not
while The child remains under Tie pare d.
tai roof Isthe boy growing rude 10 N an.
ner, and boisierous 10 speech3 know
Of no instrument SO sure 10 control The 81
tendencies as the gentle tones o9 mo.
Iher. She who speaks 10 her son harah-
", does notgive to Els conduct The sane.
lion Other own example. She pours oil
on the already raging fame. Is ihe pres,
sure Of duty, We are liable TO utter our.
selves. hastily to our children. Perhaps
threat is expressed III loud and ifriialirt
tone. Instead Of allayiag the passions d
the child, it%seryes directly TO increase
them. Everyfffeifal expression awakes
in him thesameSspirit which produced Il
So does pleasant voice call Up egfsea.
bic feelings Whatever disposition,
lherefore,Hwe would encourage inf child,
the same we sho1ld n ahifesi in The tone
with which we address item Cauistiun
Register. I,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

We ought 70 take notice Of our COM
forts, tokeePns from grieving excessive
~ Tor our crostes: for our crosses we &C..
serve but our comforts we have forfeit
ed. If we would keep the balance beam,
we must lock al that which is for us, az
yell as that Ybich is against US, else We
are unjdstto Providence, and unkind 10
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

HAPPINESS There is,after ali, great
deal Of happiness 10 be enjoyed i'd life.-l
Just take things bystheir smooth handle,
lament nothing that is lost, improve upon
past errors and do all the good you can,
and our word for ii, YOU will never conn
plain. Of sorrow.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

There is something tonne. Says Byron,
very sonening in the presence OF a wo-
man come Strange influence, even Lone
is notin love with her
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

Good Placeno confidence ID imagina.
~ prosperity; never venture beyond your
depth, live within your means; think Of
making living. moi a fortune: look ahead;
take care Of the rainy day. be prudent; Do
temperate; be humble.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

THE<FATR or KINGS. In looking over
The records of the Roman Empire. from
the reign OF SeveEus 10 that Of Claudius
I'd, q period Of sixty years,we discovered
that fourteen C@sars had reigned Iin suc-
cession, every one Of whom was murder
ed. OF he l9ihat preceded Seyerus, 10
met with'yiolent deaths. aud ofihe 26 that
followed Claudius, to the divisiontofthe
empire, period oflittIe more than u hun-
brad years, all died either by poison, SUR
eide or assassination. There we're "a en-
perors after Julius Cesar. 45 Of whom
were monsters Of crime and iricuiiy.---.
What comment upon the dangers ot
possessing undue power! What 2 lesson
| 10 ambition &
Nothing e.a sapsTcsds ,6s ii necessity i
J effort ana instruction al The Hfesids.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

God was The first printer He.gave from
bis awful hand amid the blackuess Of ST. 4.
mai the Tables Of stone. on which was
printed the mind OF God! Thedecalogues,
OF all moral law, The claims OF man upon
10 an, and God upon all.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

TRuTh AND RrcHT.- Never BE- asham-
ed Of tae trutA---ns3er Be afraid Of DOING
right. Thousands live ia continual fear
md perpsexityf because they shun the
truth. Multitudes make themselves mis-
cradle, beeause they dare no: do what il
tight and oppose error 10 high places.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

Tie Passions The passions are never
70 be suppressed they are 10 be directed ].
and when directed, rather % be
Strengthened than subdued.-[ Bufcer.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

II is in The middle classes Of society
that all the. finest feelings and The most
amlable pFopensities Off our nature do
principally flourish and abound ibr Inc
good opinion Of our fellow. mems the
strongest though notsthe purest motivs to
virtue. The privadons-ot poverty render
Us too cold and cal!ous, and the privileges
Of property too arrogant and consequen.
lial, TO feels The FIRST places US beneath
the opinion;th second above H. acon.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

Do moi yield 10 misforfuues, butfneet
them with for.itude. Youcan only sub
due adpersily BY bearing up againstit
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09
AiserIIaMrous.

The gem Of all others which enriches
q ladY's character. is unaffected piety.-
Mature may lavish uucho on her person
the enchantment Of lhe courienance-lhe
grace Of her pien-or the strength IF her
intellect: ye:Iher love,iness is uncTowned
tll pieiy throws around Tie whole The
sweetness and lhess power Of hercharms,
She then becomes uneafthly in her tenn
per unearthly in her desireS aud associa
lions. Ths@sPell which bound her afFec.
lions 10 things below ii hToken-and she
mounts on the silent wings Of Der fancy
and hope TO The habKation Of God, where
.ft Is her deligh:lto Ilold communion With
the spirits that base been reasoned nom
the thraldom oE earth ana Wrsashec wiy!i
q garland OF glory.
Her beauty may throw magical charm
over many; princes land conque1ers nay
bow witH admiration al The shrine Of her
riches 1.-The sons Of science and poetry
may embaIm her memory 10 history and
song, yet her piety must Be written ii lie
Book Of Lille, that when mountains fade
sway, and every Aemento Of earthly
greatness isflostin ths general wreck Of
Nature. il may remain and swell theelis
Iot that mighty tkrong, which have been.
clothed with the mantle Of righteousness
and their voices attuRed 10 the melody Of
heaven. VIE s
With such a treasure, every holy graft.
hcatlon on earth may be purchased
'irle nliship will be doubly sweet-pain aad
SORROW will lose theft ls,ing-and chaifsac-
ter will posse y price far above rlb.es'
life will be but 4 pleasaht.visit ID earth,
and death the entrance upon a joyful and
perpetual home. And when he notes
Of the Fast trump shallfbe heard, sleeping
mllllons-awak to judgment, its possessor
shall be presented .iaultless before The
throne oi God With exceeding ioy. ana a
crown Of life that shall l. over fade a ay."
Such is piety..i Like tender flower,
planted ID the fertile soil. Of woman j.,
heart. il grows, expanding lis foliage and
its fragrance 10 all around, ill,
transplanted, ii Is sell 10 bloom in ser.
PstGal yigor and anthding beauty id the
paradise OF God. l,
Follow this .star--it will light you.
through every Labyrinth 10 the wilderness
ot life gid the gloom that vail gafher.
around YOU ia dying hout-and bring
ybu safely over tho tempes;uous Jordan
Of death into the 1haken of promised and
settled rest. tHf
: l..
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

Postpone not for anotherr, day what
should be done this day; Tomorrow even
il we BE permitted 10 see il, may brtng
lis own cares - Remember that one day
is not longer or sironger>than another.
and thar procraslina,ion IS tae thief Of
fins.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

In all extremes Of ssi..s.s Il. i
constants stimulus v hich keep theFfacnl-
ties awake, and enable us to make ihs
most toi he passing hours, but in L State
of deep atticlipu VS. are. oas;hs contrary,
sensible of 40 Understandable oppression---
which has a supplying effect upon ihs
mind Eyes That are wearied wilhweep-
ing instinctiyyly close. How couspica<
Gus toe goodness Of Prosideace, even in
our misiortuhes.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

Honest lri9e.-If a man has right,o
De proud Ct any thing, his 81 .. good .ac-
hon, dons az il ought to be, wiihou, any
base interest lurking al he bottom Or ii.
[Slerass Lsi;srs
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1843-02-09

Disheartsned Mea.-T There should besno
such thing known @ men. a. being dis.
nleaTlensd, and contemporary in ST. Louis
thinks with as. II emplo-nen, !. hs S,.s
10 obtain, seek 1.-THE more d,I;oan,fv = !.
fleet theImorei csgefollv 81 fnors eccrc =,
Ical Bat never despair never ia ldIs
never stop trying-uhsn you draw liz
last breath irgI;o draw another. PssoIn.
energy. SPIRIT and courage haps feltinn
many q family in times past md Mill al Il
again in times future, lt#8~
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-04-22

II, however, you have no, the time or inclina.
ton to comply with the favor we solicit, please
write US frankly to that effect, in order that we
may endeasor TO accomplish our earnest desire
through some Other channel. Trusting for an
early reply, We remain,
Your friends and obi serv'is
ISAAC PHILLIPS s. co,
Pub'rs Flag of Union.
S VAN RENSSELAER,, Esq, Postmaster, Albany.
When john G. Spencer visited this city las, fal
and before he went on 10 Rochester to proclaim
his own political infamy. he offered my office, un
asked for, to Mr.. WATSON. On his return TO the
city Of New York, he again met Mr. Wasson and
renewed the offer; letters, too, franked by him. to
the latter, have passed through the Albany post
office.
IL vas my in tention TO treat Mr. Spencer with
the utmost severity, but the public will not be
edited by such a course. His iosolent and arb-
trary conduct will soon bring him down to his n
level and they will be as happy get rid Of him
at Washington, as they were re joced in the pub
lie Office in this city.
AT proper time ill show, without the fear
of contradiction, that Mr.. Tyler, when he frs,
arrived a, Washington TO assume the reins Of 90.
vernmen,, was decidedly and unequirocaUy IN ia
vor OF the charter of United States Bank, the
proofs OF which are in my hands; a Statement. Of
The remarks Of Mr.. Tyler that subject was
drawn up by gentleman now abroad II was
lett with me TO be used to defend myself, if as
sailed, as have been by the acting President
But il was not to be made public any Other oc-
casion. In support of ;hat statement my oath
will be affixed. sh all farther show who nomiua.
ted him at Harrisburgh.
SOL. VAN RENSSELAER,.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-04-22

The Spirit Of 40, is the title Of an extra sheet
about to be published at the office Of the Indiana
State Journal. II is to be published weekly, aud
will be continued until after the election, al tho
extremely low price Of fifty cents per copy, or Ave
copies for 80 Every Wing in the state should
be subscriber. II is worthy the support and
confidence of the party. and should be sustained
We should be p!ensed to forward tho names Of
some five hundred subscribers or moro.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-04-22

JOSEPH ArDELoTT, has been appointed Post
Master at Wes,v,lie, Prebe county, Ohio. Mr..
Aydeiott will perform the duties of the Office with
hdeiity and Promptness, and our only surprise 10
that so good selection should have boon made
by Mr.. WickliTs
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-04-22

The American Agriculturisf.--Ws have been
10 tho regular receipt Of the Agricultural from
its commencement. The first number Of tho sec.
ond volume has just come to hand, and We feel il
10 be duty we owe our farming frisnds I'D.
wise them Of it's value. Wo believe il TO be G.
quail, # not superior to any agriculture! work in
the Union, and its form lie convenient for binding,
and s sent to subscribers at the low ratio Of ono
dollar per annum; or three copies for two dollars
Letters should be addressed to Saxton g. Mills.
2O5 Broadway. New York
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-04-22

6J"e have received a reported account Of q
late examination of the students at BEECH Gnovx
SEMINARY; but they are unavodably crowded out
OF our paper until next week, when they will %.
pear.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-04-22

Our Loco friends arc sympathising with the
Wings for the unfortunate nornins ton Of Mr.
Smith. They say, had either Of tho other een-
ternen spoken Of been nomina ted they would
not have attempted any opposition TO them, but Mr..
Smiths course has been decidedly in opposi.
ton to theirs. they viii dsfeos him If possible
Well. gentlemen, locos, oil we have 10 say 10, do
feat him if you Bring out your best maA
Charley Test or Bill Daily, any chicanery
you please, bu, your preferred sympathy 10 throwo
away upon those who know you to be governed
by the principle Of "ruIe or ruin.n
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1843-04-22

The locos of the Tippecanoe District have nom.
mated John Petit, Esq. as their candidate for
Congress. Should the Wings induce Dr. O. L.
CLARK TO become candidate, Mr. Petit will
have instructions given him to remain at home,