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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
UNITED STATES HOTEL,

HARPERS-FERRY, VA
TINE undersigned would respectfully inform the
i public that he has leased the Hotel al HarPers-
Ferry, Clate in the occupancy of Capt. JOSEPH L.
ApEIL known as the UItited Ssates H0td. and IS
now prepared 10 accommodate passengers BY the
Rail Road or travellers, in the most comfortable
manner Thnse travelling in the Cars VIII ind this
a most agreeable Dining place, where every ifuit
OF the season, and luxury that can be had will be
served up in the most choice style.
To the people Of this and the neishborine Conn
ties he would say, that his House shall always be
open for their reception and accommodation g ne is
determined to make their calls agreeable His Bar
shall contain the choicest Liqnors-his Table The
oesi the market afords-his Chambers well furnish-
ed-and his Stabing which IS eommodions shall
contain the best provender and attended By attentive
hostlere. ~ = ~
Give the House call, and judge Of is merits for
yourselves. L ,,...,.,.. ,,,S ss.rn
Harpers-Ferry, AprilS. 1873
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
T. w. 4 K. c. SMITH,
FLU n DEho AND N ~ IIlNIl
ALernnlZrrn YlIrrinin

Hte16HdTtn, Virginia;
EyXECUTE orders for high and low pressure
II STEAM ENGINES, Steam Boilers and
Ssees IfoE srork. Machinery Of al kinds Mn Work
both wy0ngH and cast, Soap Boilers, and al other
KsllesGad Pans, Belsof al sizes Ornamental Rail
Ing 60ih lcf0Hgft and cas-.
They keep on hind. and for sale, Mccormick,
Stewart, FTeeboFne and Davis PLOUGH CAST
INGS, Spout Shoes and Sash Weights for build
ers Fire Brick OF superior quality. English refined
bar and American Bar Iron, best quality.
The valuable assortment of Gearing Patterns
owned BY them, offers great indncement TO persons
abonterecting or repairing Mills 10 give them call,
as they pledge themselves 10 furnish Castings. &c.
for Mills and other purposes. Of as good quality
and on as reasonable terms as can be obtained in
any section Of the country. Printed lists OF their
Gearing patterns viii be furnished on application
BY mail
NIB. The great saving in transportation via
Canal, adds 10 the many inducements which we are
offering to those disposed 70 paironize orr establish
ment. s4e@es i. w. q X. u ..
Alexandria, Sept is, 1913. sax
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

Lr"Is the Fakirof Ava white or black :"
asked Mr. Craighead
"Why, he's a negro man, sir !" (necro-
mahccrl was the reply Of Bemus.
Craighead invited his witty friend to step
round the corner and elevate his right ell
bow.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

NJ Man without woman would soon de.
generate into a brute. 1t is said that but
one ser Of the Lombardy poplar has been
introduced into this country. The tree, the
emblem, Of the old bachelor, soonest dies at
the top, and grows ragged all the way down.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

nS-a How these shop-keepers will fb it 7"
said Mrs Darlington, with an expression of
pain on her. venerable features shat young
man bought those needles Of said they were
good tempered, and ouiy 80 hv- -r:.-f-.li,-
this ono has masecrated my finger"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
FIonr.

FAMILIES are reminded that keep constantly
JIG { on hand, Welch, Ross Whi,ehill, Smith and
Extra Brands Of Flour from Winchester; also Buck
wheat Flour and fresh ground Corn Meal, Dried
Fruit Sweet and Irish Potatoes, with almost every
article Of this kind which they may want and all al
e1issely low prices and delivered to any part ofthe
Town free Of charge. J. J. MILLER.
N6rs2 1913. 80 ~
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

I MA maiden lady Of forty, in reply toan
ironical question why she did not enter into
the holy state OF matrimony, said "Why,
by Waiting, | may get one OF the best hus-
bands; and If get a bad one, | shall have
reason to rejoice that / have not long to live
with him.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
IfmnCe5. SarsapariIla,

Vegetable or Blood Pills fer Purifying he Blood,
DEMOvING bile, correcting all disorders Of the
II, stomach and bowels, cosiiveness. dyspepsia,
swimming in the head, &c. Persons Ola full habit,
who subject to headache giddness, drowslness and
blood 10 the head, should never be without them, as
many dangerous symptoms win be entirely carried OF
by their immediate use,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

CHARAcrERlsTIc or THE SEx,-It is said
that celebrated English duchess, on being
told that she must be bled or she would die,
assumed the usual prerogative Of her sex,
and replied, II won't be bled and won't
die )" and she didn't
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

WE are now receiving large lot Of Stoves, both
w for Wood and Coal Also. Cooking Stoves,
(Kitchen companionl and Crates all Of which we
will sell much lower than ever before offered in this
place. T. G. RAWLINS & co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
Cotton Yarn.

~ THOUSAND lbs. cOuon Yarn, from to
HI I6 inclusive. from best factoriess
coo It's. best c. c. Chain; COO do White,
Is bales Cotton Laps pounds and half pounds,
II do Wrapping Thread; % do Candle Wick,
for sale al reduced prices By
Winchester, Nov. 2, 1873
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
GREATEST WONDERS
CT g9sg A@s3 &

TyHE cheapest goods, beyond doubt, that have
j. ever been offered in this market, have just ar
rivedfrom Baltimore and are now being opened at
Il e store of the subscribers. 1872
LADIES DRESS GOODS, Of every variety,
viz
25 pieces Alpaca and Mohair Cloths;
30 Super Casbmeres, very cheap;
200 American, British and French Prints
French Merinos, Silk Dress Goods;
"A Black Silk for visites. 81
Hosiery fori ladies, boys, girls and infants
Super Alpaca Hose only so cents
Shawls from 81 cents to SIS;
Thread Laces only ~ cents;
Red, Yellow, and White Flannels, 1910 25c;
Black Cloth 5-fwide, 81 ,25;
Super Saaineis, 80 cents Ia
Trimmings for yisitcs, Il c. Hdkfs. re; &c. &c.
1Wehave only time 10 mention the above, and so
licit call from all who want good bargains.
@ ROBINSON s. HOLLAND.
Earpers-Ferry, Oct 5, 1873
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
Cash for Negroes

TIME subscriber is anxious 70 purchase large
IL number of Negroes, Of both sexes, sound and
likely. Persons having Negroes 70 dispose OF will
ing as he will pay the rsrg 6igkeSi casa prices.
He can be seen at the Berkeley Courts, al Martins
burg on the al Monday and at BerryYflle the 4th
Monday in each month and usually al his residence
in Charlestown
Allletiers addressed To him wiz be promptly at
tended 70. WM. CROW.
Charles,own. Feb. l2, Isls-,f
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

TAn article in Southern paper, an
nouncing person decease, says, shis names
were committed 10, that bourne whence no
traveller returns, attended by his friends
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

TA cat Of extraordinary intelligence
was recently seen feeding kitten with starch
to make it stand upright This reminds us
of tho maid who drank pint Of yeast to
make her rise early,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

TRuE.-Snip says that it will be quite ne
cessary for Gen. Taylor to be publicly IN
GsgArqtcd on the fourth of March, as he will
have been sufficiently bored in private.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
TeaAgemcy.

UyHE subscribers have obtained the Agency the
u Canton. Tea Company for The sale Of their;
Teas. One Of the Company resided among The
C.hineSe al Canton about = ven years. engaged in
lhe Tea Trade, thereby making himself superior
ihem decided Advantage over all other Companies.
The various kinds and qualities will be found put
up in 4, 4 and poand packages. protected from
he atmosphere By metal wrappers.
Dcc2I KEYES & KEARSLEYSa
DARPETLNG- The subscribers hare jnst re-
" turned from Baltimore. with new supply Of
Carpeii6g and Oil Cloih. 10 which they invite The
sI Dse sl T ss'. ' -KEYEs 4 KEARsLEY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
Comulodious Dwelling.

good Barn with stabling sufficient for 20 head Of
horses and all other buildings necessary to have
a farm; large Cistern at the door, and a never
failing Well OF water. Also, Pools which supply
all the stock on tie farm at all seasons Of the yeah
There are also TWO ORCHARDS OF choice
Fruit in full bearing of all kinds.
In every respect this property combines the re
qlfiremenis Of a comfortable residence with a well
improved apd productive farm. Ii is offered for
sale upon the most libfFal terms, both as to price
and time of payment, For further particulars Ell
Their apply to The subscriber personally by let
ter, addressed to him near Mddleway, jefferson
county Va. GEORGE HlETT.
NOV 2 ISt2-tf
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

nS-aI ask leave to introduce bill for the
destruction Of worms as the woodpeeker
said in a stump speech.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
CITY HOT Ell,

ALEXANDRIA,, VA. .s ~
ETHIS counmodicus and well known House has
IL been newly furnished and put in thorough re-
pair, and from the subscribers experience in the
business he hopes TO be able to give satisfaction to
an who nav patronize him. He is now prepared
for the reception of TRAVELLERS and BOARD
ERS.
Large and commodious STABLES are attached
to the House and careful and attentive Ostlers are
employed where horses will be received at all
times, and attended to. -
N D. B. WINCH, Proprietor
Alexandria May & 1913
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
GEORGE W, RANSOM,

IUfNEl AI9 LAM,
LAS removed his Office to the buiL.ng recent
IL Is occupied BY John K. Flagg as a Sheriff OF
fee two doors East Of the Bank.
He will attend the various Courts Ct Jefferson,
Berkeley, Frederick and Morgan Counties.
= Charestown ADril 4 IR.S-tf
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
Cash Store and Cash only !,
aahoArrsIr .aaA.va

NEED rot tel yoa What have on hand, all o.
you eitizers and eoupifxmen. Herr j. The place
. .ch,ain an Kinds Of mefehahdize NY stock 5
an snlIeiy 700 large to enum-raie; come one. come
AL, and see before buyng elsewhere. as intend 70
sea 70 every customer who will favor me with a
eaL- II don't Sc my price, we viii meet halt
way,gn all cases; il that vont do, win sell any
nov, q lcan. 50 that getthe cash lean do more
maAra creoh store, a. you all can Judge for your
selves, for am enabled TO sell a one ooelhaf or
les prohi Tor cash, as expect 10 lose nothing hy
credIiiHg goods oat 70 pay day, SIX and eighteen
months, and then lose H. So here goes citizens, for
cash system, Al one-haf The usual profit Or else
A. efst Come come one and all, and buy, eiti-
zens and ssape ,m6ney % buy more goods With
his store s found on Hotel Square, near the Po-
tomae Bridge, Harpers-Ferry have an entire
new stock. just received and opened
49, JACOB NISSWANER.
Harpers-FerTE, Sept. q. ls41-if.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
Valuable Town Property
Blankets. Blankets.

HEAVY twilled Negro Blankets, all sizes and
IL pffces, for sale by CRANE s. BROWN
Nov. 80 1913.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
Harness Mandatory,

~ - @4~~@e~ AA-~NAA ~AASA0~0A
T0HN BROOK would respectfully can The at
- ,ention Of The public 70 his fne assortment OF
SADIE1Sa BH1DE3E
Marness and Trunks,
Together with every other article in his line Of
business which have been manufactured out Of the
choicest material and will be sold on the most rea-
sOnabe tetIas. His work Is all made up BY expert
enced hands, and he feels assured CANNOT be sur
passed N point Of beauty and durability By any es-
tablishment NTH region Of county
He hason hand 4 los Of COLLARS, warranted
TO be OF Is good quality as ever offered in this
lie refers those Who have never patronised him
and VIM may Be really desirous Of procuring dura-
bic and beautiful work to his host OF customers in
this and The surrounding counties, and on their
award he IS willing to risk his mechanical repuia-
ton.
t9r0rders from distance viii be punctually I'LL
ed, and on a. good terms as though the purchaser
were present
His grateful thanks are rendered to those who
have stood BY and given him their generous patron
age under every circumstance II increased exer-
ton TO please be merit at ALL then win he conf
IDENTIFY calculate their fayors hereafter as no ef
fort will Be spared on bis part. tsS- CaIl around
and see me, Immediately ID the rear Of the Couri
House, in one Of the buildings connected with Mr.
WI. Hawks Coach Factory.
charlestown4NaA 9, lSiS
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
Containing 2I5Aeres Limestone Land,

about Tone helfcleared and in a good state Of cult
vation with abundant resources Tor its further i'm
proyement, available al very little expense. The
greater part OF The WOODLAND. (about los
Acres is enclosed for pasturage the timber consists
principally OF oak and hickory, with asuiciency Of
locust, cedar and wild cherry
The irnnr.,rnn,nrts r.,rL.;.t or ...f...-.;,l All
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
Ilaisins. Crackers and Cheese.

90 BOXES and half boxes fresh bunch Raisins
Nv 10 BbIs. Water, Sugar and Soda Crackers.
20 Boxes Marshall's and Harris, 5 Cheese.
Just received and for sale by
Nov. 80 BAKERS Sc BROWN.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
3. II. ToWNGR,
Attorney at Law.

Ssepsfrdstoies, Jsssrson Co., TirSinia.
OFFICE one door West of his fasher's resi-
" dence.
Aug. 81, 1913.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
NtoYes. NIoYes. SloIes.

"E have now 10 store a large assortment OF
w Stoves of the following kinds
20 plain 9-plate ofdifernt sizes from IS 10 80 in
10 ornamenied 9plate, part with boiler tops
80 parlor Air Tight Of all sizes and great va
Tisty Of patterns, some very handsome
10 Stewart. Vulcan and Albany Cooking Stoves,
with furniture completed
All of which We offer at much lower prices than
they have heretofore been sold in this market
Nov. 80, BAKERS & BROWN
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
ATaesas est reriitas. ct Prerdle5it

THE astonishing virtue of Hance's Compound
j. Syrup of Hnarhound, in relieving Coughs,
Whooping Cough and Consumption, need fonly TO be
tested to be fully established, trial Of single bot
lie will convince the sufferer Of its good effect
than all that could be written in month. Price 80 cts
For sale BY SETH s HANCE. los Baltimore street,
Baltimore. Also. by Fl snAf
NJ FLINT Charlestown;
JOSEPH G. HAYS, Harpers-Ferry
syrfrff5fH S Y0RSEY. .Shepherdstown;
t n DORSEY & BowLY, Winchester.
rovcv,hev q . S4g1v-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
THE EXERCISES.
Frederick Female Seminary

= -
JTTlLL be resumed on MONDAY, Sep,ember
w the 4ih.
This Institution, both in the Preparatory and Col
legiaie Departments, was never in more mos
porous condition. "
Thecourse OF instruction embraces all the branch
es, useful and ornamental Of thorough and extern
sive Female education, and no pains has been
spared in procuring an able and efficient faculty.
and competent Tutors. rs I
Ample arrangements h2ve been made in the Sem
mary for the accommodation Of from fofy 10 iifly
Boarding scholars A sss4 4
The dormitories eensistof separate rooms twelvs.
feet by eighteen, handsomely fitted up with en-
tirely new Carpets, Beds. Bedding, &C. -
The price OF Board and Tuition in all tie branch
es required for a Diploma, including furnished
rooms fuel, lights washing, &c, 5000 per scho-
lastic year, PasG5,e Aalf Neaylv IN aaraees. "a
GIDEON BANTZ,
rs DAVID BOYD,
CHRISTIAN STEINER.
G. Nd EICHELBERGER,
August IL, 1913. IrHsiees.
REFERENCES.
I +, 4; saassns', charleslovu..
DIR. B. E. McMuarRiE, Potomac Furnace
Maj BESJ. Moon, Harpers-Ferry. Ii BEL.
Circulars may be had at the Free Press Once.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
New and Fashionable Clothing.

Aware OF The pressure they are now prepared and
viii sell clothing lower than was offered in the
Valley of Virginia. Come and examine our stock
before you bay, and save something. Being con-
nected with large Clothing Emporium in one of
onr Eastern Cities they shall consequently have all
Jhe latest patterns and styles Their stock at present
consists in part of Cloths, Cassimeres and T,weeds
Goats of business, frock and dress patterns; Cloth
Cashmere, Satinett and other Pants ofnew fashiona
Bile goods. Satin Silk, Cashmere, Marseiles Cloth
and a kinds of Vests and of every price. Stocks
EGaris Crayats, Pocket Handkerchiefs, Shirts, Col
10 be found In yeftis Shifts and in factevey thing
Store
O A fresh supply Of fashionable Hats, Caps, fancy
Boots, Carpet Bags, Trunks &c, &c
A small stock OF elegant Cloaks, lined and faced
Oyercoats, Bangurs Sacks &c, &c. u.
Come give them call and they'll warrant you
are pleased with their stock and prices. This is
your place as they are determined 10 sell lower than
any one else can.
Harners- Ferry Sept H. 1913.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
Coffee and Tea.

NVINCC anu Ca
O6n BAGS green Rio Coffee, part strong
CCO scented. V At+ III
so Bags Old Government Java do.
% do do White Rio do F v
Is DO Green Laguayra do
= 10 Hall Chests G. p. and Imperial Tea
do do Young Hyson do.
For sale, at reduced prices, by
Nov. 80. a BAKERS & BROWN.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

TyOR SALE-A very superior qualify Timothy
II Seed;
Stone Jars Of all sizes
Hams Of very superior quality,
10 BIS No Herrings; 81
1s0o Pounds heavy Side and shoulders.
srntl4 = J. MILLER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
EARIEFE
HOUSEHOLD ORDERS.

Rachel u and comb yonr hair,
Betsy, stop your laughing iherel
Kate make haste and wash the dishes,
And Susan, mend your fathcrs-panial0ous
Sammy. run and feed The hogs.
jim. 70 oui and bring some logsI
III wAip you. John, yon know I viii,
lf you dont stop kicking Bill
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
ir5-This s . faa age, and the art Of poet

hrThis Is . fat age, and the art Of poet
fyis advancing, a. win be seen from the fol
loving 9 Charge Of I.taMtry:"
g1and the stage horn ! ring the COW hill
Thai the waiting world may Know
Publish Il through al yoer borders,
Even unto MEXICO.
Beise your PEI oil dreaming poet
And In numbers smooth a may Be,
Spread afaf The juyfuI tidingss
Betsy'z got apoaher baby
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
BUILDERS, THIS WAY /!

TIME undersigned informs the citizens OF Jefier-
u son, Clarke and the surrounding counties. thai
NESS in all lis branches and varieties. Having
paid some attention 10 the study OF Architecture, be
prepared furnish models and drafts for any kind
Of work pertaining to his line, feeling confident that
By his long attention TO the pursuit be please the
TASTE and crafty the eye OF the most fasiidions
He will undertake the erection Of all kinds OF
buildings-fom the countryseat to that Of the most
humble, aad upon terms such as must prove salts
factory 10 all concerned. q5. +, iss.s. ~
Persons Who may have work ID his line are ne
specially desred TO give him call before closing
contracts in other quarters. ~
Letters addressed TO him al Charlestown. Jefer-
sou county, Va. VIII be promptly amended TO, from
any part Of the country. -
Feb. 1, 1sl9-ly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
Oysters i'm every variety,

Either fried, roasted. orstewedogetheyw with every
other article in season: His Bar Is supplied with
the Choicest kinds of La GoR.S. Thnsel wishing
TO enjoy themselves in his line, can do 50 in great
comfort, as every effort will be used to make the
JOHN GIBSON.
Nnr % 1919
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

- Alum and Pine saifi +. DUNNINGT0N.
Baltimore & Ohio Rail Road, Sept
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
THE i" GREEN HOUSED

rTNHE undersigned looking TO the romrort OF the
i citizens OF Harpers-F Ferry, and those visiting
the place, has fitted up an EATING HOUSE in
the most comfortable and genleeI style, on High
Street, next door TO MIR. q. w. Culshaw's where
he will serve to order,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

DOMESTICS- Tvilled OsAabar5s plain do
~ plaid ooftsus ~ brown sheeiing knitting
eouo1s, &C., inst received aud for sale By go
Feb g. 80 CRANE 4 BROWN.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
RaaflV-mada Glnthing.
Harnsrs-Ferrvj Sent "a isis
Limit off and Prices lower.

FTHE subscribers would spectfully announce TO
Il the citizens of Harpcrs-Feuy and vicinity
that they are now getting their Fall and Winter stock
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01
5ExxERSopa FARM

THE subscriber being DESTROYS Of removing 10
u the West, offers for sale THE FARM on
which he resides situated seven miles West OF
Charlestown the seat of Justice Tor Jefferson Coun-
~, Va, within one and a4half miles Of Smhh6eld,
and near the Winchester and Potomac Rail Road,
and the Smithheld and Harpers-Ferry Turnpike,
bounded on the East and West by public roads
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1849-03-01

UlBE Sl6rc I rccrntIy occ1ric|1 4 Is : i--rr
u room, and one q de Is, stands II re iowa
p s.. 4, ; IIs 7 p Y aH H;' EEawisses
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-12-27
HORRIBLE DEATH !
ANOTHER VICTIM TO INTEMPERANc

ANOTHER VICTIM TO 1NTEMPERANCE.
A white woman named Mary McFal was burnt in
the most horrible Union HILL on the evening
OF the 25th inst The circumstances attending the ac-
cdent are briefly these man named McFall rents a
small house on Union Hill in which himself and wife live
They both addicted the besetting sin of ntoxi-
cation. Christmas day they both drank llthey became
blind drunk" In this state, the woman lay down on
bed placed the floor, near the fire pace-he man
sought another bed in the room About half past
4o'cloek gentleman in the neghborhood hearing
shrieks inside the house. forced the door open and en-
tered when he found the bed occupied by the woman en-
comprised with flames He succeeded in putting ou the
fire but discovered that the woman had sustained injuries
from the fire extent which rendered recovery en-
tirey hopeless The woman on laying down had placed
Jug, containing spirits, by her side Her shrieks though
loud enough to alarm the neighbors, sufficient
ly loud to arouse her husband from his drunken stupor
Mary McFall died yesterday morning, adding another
victim to inemperance. Within the brief space of
fortnight, two white women have been burnt--nay lite
rally roasted aliven this city, whilst in state of utter
helpessness produced by intoxcaton