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Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
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Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Reapers and Mowers.

r AM prepared to furnish the UNEQUALLED
i NANNY MACHINE, to our farmers at cas-
tern rates IRA HART.
On Monday. the 2sth, machine viii DO at
work on Col. ]. D. Wilson'S Farm. The public
are invited to be present and witness its opera
en-. IRA HART.
July 1s-a
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
House and Lots for Sale.

WILL be sold at private sale, two lots in tho
w town of Shinnston, with good dwelling
house, smoke house, cellar and stable, nearly ali
new, and select fruit and shrubbery. The above
property will be sold low and an accommodating
terms, or exchanged for good work horses. Those
wishing to purchase, will DO shown tho pro perty
by E. W. Clark, in Shinnston or by calling on
the undersigned at his residence on Booths
creek. l.. CLARK
Juno 18th, lS57.-tf
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Notice.

TN pursuance of deed of trust executed by
day of july, 1851, (and which is recorded in the
Clerks Office of the county court of Gilmer
county, in decd book No. 2, and page l3s, to Sc
cure Mintsr jackson in the payment Of q certain
public auction, to the highest idder, for ready
money, the real estate mentioned, in front OF
the court house door of Gilmcr county, on the
I'd day of the next fall term of the Cireuit court
of said county. r. LINN, Trustee.
August goth, lS57.-se4 tbs
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Threshing Machines.
The Mails.

PosT OFFICE CLARRsBURG, Va.
4 RIVAL AND DEPARTURE of Mills
"A via N. w. Va. R. R.
Arrives at Clarksburg Station via Grafton,
each day, except Sunday, at 9 o'clock, 27 min.
A. NJ, and thence to Parkersburg. Va.
Returns same day from Parkersburg, by 8 P.
NJ, on its way to Grafton Junction.
Mails for the East will be closed at o'clock
P. NJ and those for the West at A. M.
je 2tf B. s. GRIFFIN, p. NJ.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
VALUABLE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE,

Aug. s4.iss74ses Ct T.. G WATSON.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
THRESHING MACHINES.

THRESHING MACHINES.
TNHE subscribers have on hand at the Marion
J. Steam Foundry and Machine Shop large
lot Of THRESuING MACHINES, which
they will sell at the following low prices {:
Common Open Thresher, 4 horse power,
sl25,o0.
Ral.tOn's latest improved ThEeShor and Cleaner,
$4,000.
Both these machines are warranted TO be do
rable, 10 perform we'll, and be Of easy draught.-
II they do not prove 10 be what they arc recon
mended, they will be taken back aud the money
refunded, II application DO made In one month
July 3d-sm COOPER & MORRISON.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02

WIN. KNABE, senior partner in the late
w firm Of KEADE, GAEHLE & Co., (Which
was dissolved by the death of Mr.. Henry Gaehe,
continues the manufacture and sale of Grand and
Square Pianos under the name of
WIN. KNABE s. CO.,
At the old stand Nos. l, 3, 5 and 7. North Eutaw
ST., opposite the Eutaw House, and at the new
sales room, No. 20; Market ST., Baltimore.
The Subscriber most respectfully begs leave 10
present to the ladies and gentlemen Of the South
his sincere acknowledgements for the very liberal
patronage they have so uniformly extended 10 his
establishment; and desires at the same time to as
sure them, that, stimulated by their constantly
increasing custom during past years, he has spar
cd neither trouble nor expense to perfect as far
as possible the Piano Forte, as to ensure
eontin uance of the custom of persons of cutiva-
ton and refinement.
In addition to the commentator of the most
eminent Pianist Of the country, he would add
that at every Fair" at which his Pianos
ON exhibition, they have uniformly been awarded
the highest honors OF the Institutes.
Being extensively engaged in the manufacture
OF flanos' and employing over one hundred of
inc most experienced workmen, | am prepared
to sell either wholesale retail, On the most ac-
eommodaung terms; wholesale dealers will,
therefore, ind 1t to their advantage 10 give me
call before purchasing elsewhere.
All instruments built at my factory have full
IRON frames, and are so constructed as TO secure
great additional strength without affecting the
tones and they will, therefore, stand in any cIi-
mate. = va
Every piano forte Of my manufacture is guar
anteed Tor hVe years, and when intended to fill
tstant orders, the greatest possible care is taken
.o9nsuto the selection of an instrument calculn-
ea' IN tone' touch, power and mechantchal flu
70 please tne most fastidfous; in addition to
Sheh privilege of exehange is granted al any
ol.e Within SIX months, should the instrumeft
SS sMs entire satisfaction. VIM KNABE
september 25, ls57.-Iy
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
& Harness Making

N. work in this line at the old stand of hos.
Jones, at the west end of town. in the best man
ner and upon the lowest terms A share Of the
public patronage respectfully oiiottsd
Au7L
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Wanted.

A coIoRED BOY, 12 or 10 years old, can
n have situation in q Hotel, 81 fair wages,
bcr. SAMUEL WALKER.
Clarksburg, Va, July sth, 1S67.-iy1o II
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Valuable Farm for Sale

A VALUABLE farm, containing 2So acres of
~ excellent land about one mile from Clarks-
burg, is offered for sale. There is on tho pro-
perry good frame dwelling, and all. necessary
out-buldings and conveniences. About SO
acres OF the land is improved, and the balance
well timborcd. There is also an inexhaustabe
quantity of superior coal-limestono in album
dance, q fine orchard, and shrubhery of every
description. The land lies well aud is susccpti-
bio of being made one of the finest farms in this
country. For farther information inquire of
je26 IF w. z. COOPER.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Notice.

r HAVE taken into partnership my brother,
i w. P. Irwin, and wishing % Gloss my old
business, those interested will please call
JOHN IRWIN
elarksburg, July 1st, 1861.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02

A SPLENDID LOT OF FINE GER
"a MAN AND HAVANA CIGARS. Also,
u superior article of TOBACCO, Just opened al
se1o II ROSENTHAL'S.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
HOWARD ASSOCIATION,
PHILADELPHIA.
Important Announcement.

mo all persons afflicted with Sexual Diseases,
i such as Spermatorrhea, Seminal Weakness,
Impotence, Gonorrhea, elect, Syphilis, tho Vice
of Onanisn, or self-Abuse, &c, &c.
The Howard Association, in view of the ave.
full destruction of human life, caused by Sexual
diseases, and the deceptiops practiced upon the
unfortunate victims of such diseases BY Quacks.
have directed their Consulting Surgeon, as q
Charitable Act worthy of their name, 70 give
Medical Advice Gratis, to all persons thus Attic
ted, who apply by letter, with descriptions OF
their condition, (age occupation, habits OF lfe,l
and in cases of extreme poverty and suffering,
to Furnish Medicines Free OF Charge. The
Howard Association is benevolent Institntion :,
established by special endowment, for the relief
of the sick and distressed, afflicted with stViru-
lent and Epidemic Diseases" 1t has now a sur
plus ofmeans, which the Directors have voted to
expend in advertising the above notice. It is
needless to add that the Association commands
the highest Medical skill of the age, and will
furnish the most approved modern Treatment.
Just Published, by the Association, Report
on Spermatorrhea, or Seminal ofuhe Sexual Or
gans, by the Consulting Surgeons which will be
sent by mail, Tin q sealed envelope Free OF
Charge Jon the receipt of Two Stamp for postage.
Address, Dr.. Gee. r. CALH0g 5, Consulting
Surgeon. Howard Association. No South
NINTH Street, Philadeiphia, Pa. b. order OF
the Directors.
EZRA d. HEARTwELL, PaEsipxsT-
4 GEo. FAIRoHTIp, Secretary
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
To the Ladies of CIarksburg and vi
ciniiu.

% the Ladles OF CIarksburs and Vi
cinity.
MFRS. BEAR, having permanently located in
WI this place. for tile purpose of carrying on
the Mantau Making and Millinery business,
such as making and repairing Silk and Fancy
Bonnets, Dresses, Cloaks, Caps, Head-dresses,
Mantilas, and all other sewing in the ladies'
line, would be glad to receive their patronage,
warrauting entire satisfaction. Ladies wishing
TO make their own dresses, can have patterns
cut by Acton's celebrated Model. Patterns o {
all kinds for sale, and children's clothes made 10
order. in the room formerly occupied by R.
Fowkes, Esq, on Main ST., nearly opposite the
Presbyterian church.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
d. mn. rgurpIney.

DAGUERREAN and Ainbrosype artist, tay-
u ing purchased the apparaeas 81 Sir. Rich
.mond viii continue rhe 6nsinsss ns heretofore,
and would say 70 al those TtslinS fietrsos 70
give him 3 cal,
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Lentherl Leather!
THE FAR-FAMED AND POPULAR
Maryland Lotteries,
For September, 1857.

r. FRANCE & CO., Managers.
D rilliant Scheme Grand consolidated Lot
ID terry of Maryland, class L, to be drawn Sa-
turday, Sept'r. 26th, in Baltimore, Maryland.
Drawing conducted under the superintendence
of tho State Lottery Commissioner. =
Scheme.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
ELISHA KENT KADE, A DT0GRAPBY
BY WILLIAM ELDER.

BY WILLIAM ELDER.
T N announcing the life of DR.. Kane, we arc but
i anticipating the wish of thousands and tens
Of thousands Of tho admirers of that great man j..
Having been personal friend of the deceas s.
ed, and enjoying largo share of his confidence,
Dr.. Elder is well qualified to do justice to tho
subject.
This work will DO issued in ono handsome oc-
taVo volume. and will equal in every respect tho
Gently published. 1t will contain now full
face portrait, executed on steel, we'll Cngra-
wings of his residence, tomb, medals, &c.
In order to give this work q large circulation,
it will be sold at tho low price of $3.50.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
!. StaYes and Pinsl

II will buy any number Of Slaves and Locust
ian9th-u IRA HART.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
To the Public.
BOnMe1s and Flats:

ENGLlsH Straw, F. Braid, Grape, Gimp and
u Black Bonnets, from 80 cents up. Misses
and Ladies' Flats, Children's Fancy Hats, &C.,
JyStf at J. & W. p. IRWIN'S.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Notice.

do OOO-AGENTS WANTED, either La-
PI,UUU dies or Gentlemen, in every town
and county. in the United States, to engage in
genteel business by which they can make from
81 900 to $4,000 o ycar.
For particulars address enclosing stamp,
S. A. DEWEY q CO.,
Box ISL, Philadelphia, Pa.
aug2S let.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02

94o0'V DuttOHs, &C, GO, 7 20 30
Immediately on receipt of the subscription
upon our subscription book, opposite a number,
and the gift corresponding with that number
will DO forwarded to his or her address by mail
or express, postpaid.
Address BECKETT 81 COMPANY. Pun1,surRs
4s and 40 Mofat's Buildings, New York.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Dr. ThOnas DafIeY.

OFFERS his prOfesssOnaI services 70 the cit.
" zens Of cIaFksburg and YleiRity! For the
p-seut he may be found ~ the Northwestern
h'tsl. jy.l2 "
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
James B. Mclean,

Buekhannop, Tpshur, CO., Va.
WILL practice in tie ,oonrss o. Randolph,
Wv Barbour, Cpshur Lewis and Harrison.
1871
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Butcher Knives.

n. MURPHEY, has on hand a large lot Of
q . superior Butcher Knives, which he will sell
at reduced prices. oc3ltf
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Ladies Long & Square
ShaWEs

T d W: =. IRWIN have just received splen-
= did lot of Ladies' Long and Square Shawls.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Remedy for Piles.

- S. GRIFFIN has on hand and keeps con-
d. staptly for sale at the Post Office, ceT-
tain remedy for the Piles. The remedy can be
safely sent 70 any part Of the country by mail.
Instructions for using accompany each box.
BPrice, sell Sm
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
For Rent.
Weeks Magic lection.

THE great remedy for Toothache, Nervous
i Headac he, Scalds, Burns, Sprains, Frosted
feet, or pains Of any kind, for sale at
WRIGHT'S, +
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
DE. 81. VI. RnErcnck.

TIAYING permanently located himself st
IL ClsrksbpTg, Va. otI3rs his profoasi6nal SER
vices 70 ths eitizens1 o. Ciarksbarg 20 Vicinity
cuPied By W, A. Harrison, Wi4Fe lie can al.
ways be found except Mhcn Professionally en-.
gsseisd -
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
sIoRE THAN 1900, 900 SOLD IN 0 MONTH";
DR.. KATE'S FIRST NARRATIVE.

The United States GrinneIl Expedition
In search of Sir John Franklin,
During the years 1s5O-5l.
A PERSONAL Narrative, by Elisha Ken.
"A Kane, II. D., U. s. N. Ono volume svo.,
upwards Of $50 pages, containing 200 steel plates
and wood enRravings, including fine steel por-
ever engraved in America. Also, Biography
OF franklin, by s. Austin Allibonc, Esq. $500.
This work i totally distinct from tho second
Arctic Expedition, and embraces much valuable
and interesting matter never before published.
Il should he owned by oil who have purchased
the last Expedition, as it makes DR.. Kane's
works complete.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
BRAZIL AND THE BRAZILIADS..


OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.;
FrHIs new and splendidly-illustrated work
L Zone largo volume. in uniform style with
the superb volumes of DR.. Kane's Arctic Explo-
ratious,) is the joint effort of the above manned
gentlemen, who, as travellers and Us missiona.
Ties, land ono in an official position as acting
Secretary Of the United States Legation at Rio, )
have had long and varied experience in land
full ofinterest, whether we regard it rs a natu :
Price, $500.
~ Any of the above works will DO sent by
mail, free of postage, by remitting tho publis h.
ed price. Agents wanted.
CHILDS & PETERSON.
Publishers, COZ Arch Street, Philadelphia.
J. B. Ltppincott & &C., 30 N Fourth ST., Phil
Adelphia- Phillips, Sampson & Co., Is White.
ST, Boston. Sheldon, Brakeman & Co., lis
Nassau ST., New York. G. P. Putnam & Co.,
32l Broadway, New York. Applegate & Co /,
- Main Street, Cincinnati. S. $. Grggs 4 Co.,
Ill Lake ST. Chicago.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
SerVants, ClOthing

r HAVE just received large lot of goods, for
J. servants wear, men and women, good and
cheap. Call and buy. a. n. BAsTABLE.
May 90, 1857.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02

10 00OSEGARS, of the most superio,
brands, for sale cheap, by
CHAS. LEWIS.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Charles 8. Lewis,
A. r. NayissOn.
lTTORNE 4T FRY.

Clarksburgs Va.
WILL strictly attend 70 all businSss eptrust-
wv cd 70 hiA care, Ia Harrison and the adjoin-
ing counties. Imsr9s-tf
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1857-10-02
Professional Cards,
.Jno. S. Fisllcr.,
ATTORNEY AT LAW.
RUCKHA Ifnnhmr c.

Al Orkney Al LAW,
BUCKHANNON, UpShur CO., va.
WILL practice In tl,o Courts of Urshat. far.
w bonr, Randolph. HIsrtson aud Lewis
counties, and pay prompt attention to tl,e eol,.
lection Of all claims entrusted TO him,
EXPERIENCES: 'ft-t
Messrs. o'Brien, Grutfliu & Hanson: Rolly,
Ball, Crlss d Co.; Hopkins, Lake s. lIardeni
Schaeifer & Loney 0rndOtf. EnSoy, - Co.
Stratus, Adler & uurtmun Mcssrs. King, ca.
rey & Howe, BALTIC. Mr.. l., r. Bayns, Esq, OF
tho firm # Seden, Wlthers & Co. WGsllngtos, /.
D. G. Messrs. VIM. Chas Bayne, Alexandra, !
Va; John LOrentz. Weston, Va. Ap2Gl
Attorney at Law.
Sr. GEoRoE, Tucker Co., Va.
ME undersigned would take this method 10
Il inform his friends and tho public generally, !.
that he hns takcn ur his residences at 81. GSdrEs.
the county.scat ofthe now county OF Tucker, for
tho purpose OF engaging in the practice Of law.
Any business placed in his hands will receive
pro pit attention.
SAMUEL r. WHEELER. :
August 18th, 1856.
Direct TO wcstsrnrord, Tucker County, va,
j
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City AdYertisementg.
The GoIdem PriZe

THE NEW YORK wEEKLY GOLDEN
~ papers of the day. Terms of subscription
Two Dollars per year. And Gift will be pre-
sented 70 each subscriber Immediately on re-,
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Der VIII be entitled TO a gift worth from 81 to
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g Copies for one year, $500
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rs Numbers-.-14 Drawn Ballots.

T
Whole Tickets, $loi Halves, S. ; Quarters, 81 so
Of certificates Of 80 wholes, $2S2 90
Do. 26 Halves, 141 90
Do. 90 Quarters, -.- 70 so
Do. &c Fights, IS IS
HAVANA PLAN.
OF Single Numbers, now become so popular.
Grand Consolidated Lottery of Md.
Extra class 9, to be dra wn in Baltimore, Md,
Saturday, September 26th, 1857.
SPLENDID SCHEME.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1857-06-04

.oJ an, affairs in the Fast. The only
n,t;,;cai auson Of note was where be spoke OF the
"a, - the late Administration az " recording
f'S. az Dfamy on the history of the country;
also. of &" It's successor following umidly in lts
Scctsteps. trying to triumph over Freedom by cor
"ruption" He had promised to address the
,eoule Of Lawrence again tonight. Mr. Wilson
ststed that, for the first time IN a long and ar
duous application to various duties, be bad
few weeks leisure. lie thought he could not en-
ploy il better than 70 come and look at Kansas.
Therefore he came He also alluded, Ocularly, 10
written request he had received on the Missouri
River, chiefly from Southern men, to speak to them.
He had spoken, and he said "as freely as he would
in Massachusetts"
MORE OFFICIAL RUTFIANfsM.
Hard facts and fate, and the unmlugated, uneon-
yerted disposition Of the Border RufiiaDs compel
e to chrsicle III occasional event, net perhaps Of
lreat mument in itself but serving an indication
Of the seetbog eauldron still boiling beneath.
Last week NJ. Jamson Of DOniphan District, a
member of the State Legislature, and one OF the
pioneer Frec-State men, IN company with brother,
went 10 the Town Of Palermo. Palermo is Pro-
Slavery hole on the Missouri River, little
below st. Joseph 1t is no great place ex-
cept for bogus officials, whisky, and Law
andordcr" generally. 1t seems that the Sheriff and
other bogus officers have wanted to take Mr.. Jam-
son prisoner for some time. III succeeded in evad-
ing them and as the Courts were over for the Term,
and he had business in Palermo be went there
Mr. Newman, the bogus Sheriff, met them and,
acc0sting the .1AInisons assured them that mat
ters were all quet;" that " the Free-Sate and
Pro-Slayery men were friends;" and that all
were going 10 mute to make money" Newman in
vitri ihem-indeed, insisted on their drinking with
him. They are intelligent persons not in the habit
Of drinking, but, under the circumstances, were III
duced TO Weld The willy Ruiians, taking adyant-
age Of the circumstance, gave them drugged liquor
" hen it began to take effect, Newman and gang
of others assaulted them, and began shooting at
at them with reyOyers. Fifteen shots were fired,
and Mr.. Jamison was severely wounded-supposed
at the time TO be mortaly. The two brothers were
taken in this condition, their hands tied with cords
until the flesh was bruised and cut; and in this
state they were taken to D0niphan. Here New
man coufned them as prisoners until Capt. Mitch
ell, formerly Of Topeka, raised some men and went
and told Newman that if he did not set them at lib
eIty he would be hanged. Newman thought proper
to comply with this request. Mr.. Jamlson 1t Is
thought will recover.