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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28

D. TTicht After Chriatmas.


ma sollouinr il an amusing parody upon Cieua-
-, moore, upeausllod ''Nighs before Christmas !:
Tvs no night aaor Christmas, when all tArSasa
-. me l,.I Po :rae s. and ssiii AZ ncuzos
ira stockings, - lately st. Nicholas' care
were ernptied Of 81 that was cataole there
fhe dsrlin9s had dulv been tucked in their oeoa'
Win very ful stomachs and pains in their hsaai'
I vas do1ine sway in my new eottun cap,
And Nancy was very far gone IN nap,
TrSsr' ort in a.. nursery arose such \ clattsr,
I spranr from my sleep, crying " What i she mat
aew 10 each bedside, still half in doze,
Tore omen the curtains, and threw on the clothes,
While the light OF the taper served GEAR! " S'"
g-be Sitious 1livht OF those objects below
Tor what 10 the fathers fond eyes should appear
pnt tbe little pale face Of each sick little deaf
Fer each net that had erammed itself full as ucS,
] knew in moment now felt Ike Ola NICK.
Their pulses were rapid, their Dreaming ,ne
What their stOmachs rejected / II menucn Dy nahe'
Now turkey now stuiing, plumbpnddlng, OF course
And custards and erulleFs. snd cranberry sa0SeI
Before outraged Nature, al went 10 the wall;
Yes. lollvpops fapdoddle, dinner and All.
IKE neliets which urchins from pop-guns let N.Y.
Went frs. nuts and raisins, jams, jelly and PIE,
Tin each error Of diet was brought to my view
TO the shame Of mamma and Santa Claus 100
turned from the sight, to ny bedroom stepped
Ard brougbt ont vial marked "Pulv Ipeeaei
When nv Nancy exclaimed, for their suhsFins'
sDOn't Won think yOu had better, love- run for the
dOct0ry'
Iran. and was scarcely back under my root, :,
when heard The sharp clatter Of old Jalaps hooi
migbt saw that hardly had turned myself round
when the Doctor came into the room with bound
Ha Vas covered with mud from his head 10 his ioos
And tn suit he had On, was his very best SUIT
Re had hardly had time 20 put that on ms PACK
And he looked like a Falstah, half tuddlsa WIKI
sack
His ewes how they twinkled Had she Doctor got
merry
His cheeks looked ike Port and his breath snels o.
Sherry;
he hadn't been shaved for fortnight or 50,
Aud the beard on his chin wasn't white as the snow
But inspecting their tongues, in despite OF theT
teeth,
And drawing his watch from his waistcoat beneath,
he felt OF each pulse, saying each little belly
Must setTid here he laughed-"oi tue RESI- o.
that jclly." -, ..
I cared on each chubby, plump, sick little ell,
Aud croaned when he said 50 in spite OF myselIi =,
Bat awink of his eve, when be physicSed our rrea'
Soon gave me to know Ihad nothing TO dread.
BE didn't perscribe, but went straightway 10 hii
work,
And dosed an the rest, gave his trousers a jerk,
And adding directions while blowing his nose,
lie bnttoned his coat, from his chair he arose.
Then jumped in bis gig, gave old Jalap WHISTLE
And Jalap dashed of as If pricked by a thlSuei
But the Doctor exclaimed, ere ne drove out Oh SIS
They'll be well BY tO-morrOw-good night Jones
good night!
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
pALTIMoRE ADvERTIsEMENTs
pancatharticonized Old Rye whiskey.

Pancatharticonized Old Rye Whiskey.
nErEcATED or Depurated for medical or so
l cial uses, by the CHARACTERIZATION" invented
ana patented June IL, 1861, by %
JOHN E. WILSON, baltimore, 1a.,
In barrels, demijohns. bottles, &C. For sale By the
Agent, on the Northwest corner Of Howard and
Rsit;more and Ohio Rail Road. lzs- None genuine
that has not the Patentee and Agents signature on
eaen 'aDs'' JOHN E. WILSON.
ng-Its purity has been fully tested a. per the
annexed certificates of analysis:
CERTIFICATES.
From a careful Chemical Analysis Of Superior Old
Rve WIiskeg, Pancdfhdrficonized ty
JOHN z. NILSSON of ~ 5aFI
baltimore. lfTI F4raAT
This whiskey Is characterized by the absence Of
heavy Fusil Oil, Sugar, end Poisonous Metallic com.
pntainted. It has the chemical composition of
pure. carefully defeated Rye Whisky.
Resnectfully, A. A. HAYES, N. D.,
State Assayer, l6 Boylstoa street.
Boston, Mass, 25d August, 1862.
Having made careful chemical analysis Of the
pancatharticonized Old Rye Whiskey of Mr.. John
r. WILSON Baltimore, am pleased to state that 1t is
entirely free from fusil OIL metallic salts, or other
matters in any way detrimental to health. In aro-
ma. richness and delicacy of favor, it cannot be
surpassed Respectfully yours,
vr,l KS g. A. LIEBIG, II. D., Ra
AnalytieGl Chemif.
Baltimore, July &c, 1852
Careful chemical analysis of four kinds of Whis-
kevs-Superior Old Rye Whiskey. Superior Old
bourbon Whiskey, Superior Old Wheat whiskey,
Superior Old Corn Observation-Disclosures
by means of the patent apparatus invented by John
n Wilson. of Baltimore, Nd, have shown them to
be entirely free from the heavy fusi oils and from
the poisonous metallic compounds often found In
Whiskeys. ~ u.}
They retain the Eherial Products, entirely free
from any faint produced by inrred grain, or care
less fermentation, and being unmodified by the nse
of sugar are remarkably pure products OF delicate
chemical operations. Respectfully, 80
A. A. HAYES, NJ. D.,
State Assoyer, l6 Boylston street.
Boston, Mass, 23d August, 1862. ~
a~ORDERS SOLICITED tn 4
rN-Dealers and Druggists allowed liberal dis
count For prices and particulars address sole A.
gent of the United States.
80. JOHN E. WILSON,
w Corner Ho'card q Camden streets.
Baltimore, August "a, lsG5.-ly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28

AfO1dkCAh1rAcf
Sosik eide Nain Street, cAarlestoOn. "a
TIVE undersigned having recently reittcd ~
their Store-rootn. and received full "a
stock OF fresh and reliable
DRUGS, MEDICINES,
- CHENYOALS. PERFUMERY,
PAINTS, DYE-STOFFS, de-, DC,
Win supply friends and customers st aseOmmOda-
ting prices.
been selected With great care, are
Ayers Cherry Pectoral,
Wistar's Balsan Wild Cherry,
Wistar's LOzengcs-Jaynes' Expectorant,
Browns bronchial Troches,
Plantation Bitter's,-IIostetter's Bitters,
. Backsev's Wine Bitter's-Cannon's Bitters,
Mrs. Winsow's Soothing Syrup,
Bulls aparilla--McLane's fermifuge,
HollOway's Worm CONNECTION,
ThOnpson's Eye Water,a
Browns Essence Of Ginger,
Radway's Ready Relief,
Davies Pain Killer,
Larabee's Pain Killer,
Barrv's Tricopherous- Lyons Kathairose,
Mrs Aliens Zylobalsamum,
Burnett's COcOaine-JOnes' Hair Dye,
Pomades-Extracts-CO Cologne Water, rr
Verbena Water-Soaps
SOzodOnt for the Teeth,
hair, Tooth Cloth, Nail and Shaving Brushes,
Fine Consolidating Combs,
School Books. Bibles. Prayer and Hymn Books,
tatiOnery-TObacco and Segars,
Concentrated I've for making soap,
FlavOring Extracts-Vanill Beans-Geletne.
SPANISH LEECHES.
We are prepared TO I'LL physicians prescriptions,
and compound medicines according to the latest
and strictest rules Of Pharmacy. m
The public can confidently rely on having pre-
sc-iptious carefully prepared at all hours Of day
and night.
August "a, 1855.
GS-Our customers will bear in mind that we
sell erclgstreiv for CASH. -SN
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
"Good wine needs no Bush"

Nec Ear Room, merit door 10 Drug Store Of dis
gWiiA d Bro, ChorleSforn, By
J. II. YESTERDAY & BROTHER.
TITS an that no excellent drink
can be made out Of anthing but excellent mate
rails and we conceive that we are safe in asserting
that whatever may be prepared at our establish
ment will be able TO speak elOquently for itself
Therefore, we invite all who indulge in ''social
glass" to call upon US, and we can favor them with
the most favored and pleasant drinks.
PWneLes. Toddies. Mint JDleps, iSmoskes, Sings,
CobJjsrs, Cocktails, SGngorees, Fires and Soars,
Flips, Negus aud Shryb, Egg Nogs.
Apple Toddies aud Hot Drunk IN season,
Wipcs, Ale, Porter Bro,cp Stout
ARd Brandy aud lFhiskey plain
Also, always an assortment Of superior brand Sc
CARS on hand. Call upon us-in summer-if you
would " keep cool'-and winter, if you need some
thing warm and pungent.
August "a, 1865
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
TO THE PUBLIC.
G.. vON BLUCHER.

VI w DLC ~ EN,
Easement Of SGPpiHgtOn Hotel, Clarlesio,rn,
4 NN0UNCES to the public that he has for sale
"A by Wholesale C Retad the purest LIQUORS
offered to the people of this Valley. His stock con-
sistS OF
BRANDIES, WHISKEYS,
WINES, ALE, PORTER, &C., &c.
AT his BAR may be found the most delightful and
refreshing Summer beveTages-Hint Jsieps Cob
lers SRashes, Lemonade, Ak Ale. Porter, Broun
Stout, or Whiskey and Brandies plain.
Also, prime Cigars and Tobacco always on hand
In addition TO the attractions of his Saloon NAV
be found Reading Room which viii be found cool
IN summer, and warm and cheerful in winter.
His object is to keep his House well supplied with
the best the market affords in his line, and he hopes,
by attention 70 business, and having everytbing
quiet and in good order, to merit large share Of
the public patronage.
August 24 1861
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
ACHE II. AIsortfH.
AISQUITH &: BRO.
nRITGCISTS

Al &C o4lO-s
DRUGGISTS,
AttSe Old Stand Of Bsi'sr q Burnett, "a s12
Ckarisstoscn, Jefferson County, T'rginia, "
OFFER TO the people their large and care n
fully, selected stock OF zEI y
1RUcS CHEMICALS, PAINTS, TARNLSHES,
OILS. PA TENT MEDICINES, ID YE
STUFFS, PERFUAERLES, and
DRUGGISTS FARCr G0ODS and STA- /,
7IONERY,
Al nr;ces 10 suit the times Prescriptions and all
Compounds will receive strict and special attention
nj ali hours of day and night, as to insure GER
tainty and safety We call special attention TO the
following enumeration of articles:
brakes Plantation Bitters,
Hostetter's Stomach Bitters,
Hoohand's German Bitters, M
Ayers Cherry Pectoral--Ayer's Sarsaparia,
Ayers Ague Cure-Ayer's Cathartic Pills,
Carriers Spanish Mixture,
Hembods Fluid Extract of Buchu,
VOLTS Schnapps-Brown's Jamaica Ginger,
Radway's Ready Relief,
Burnett's Cod Liver Oil,
Nichols Elixer Peruvian Bark with Protoxide Of
Iron,
Hegeman's Elixir of Calisaya Bark.
Swaim's Panacea,
McLane's Vermifnge-Fa hnestock's Vermifuge,
Holloway's Worm CONNECTIONS, ~
McMunn's Elixer Opium,
Perry Davis Pain killer-Larabee's Pain Killer,
Blair's Compound Syrup Phosphates,
Hubbell's Bitter Wine of Iron,
Ellis Citrate Magnesia,
Wrights Indian Vegetable Pills,
Brandreth's Pills-Spalding's Cephalic Pills,
Dr. Shallenberger's Fever and Ague Antdote,
Spalding's Glue-Qliye Oil, 49, TO-
McAlister's Ointment-Sing's Itch Ointment,
Browns Bronchial Troches,
Thompson's Eye Water,-Arrow Root,
Barley, Corn Starch, Sage. Gelatine, ~
Tapioca Extract Vanilla, Extract Lemon
Extract Pine Apple, Extract Orange,
Hodgson's Diamond Cement,
Parsons Indebe Ink,
Stonebraker's Nerve Liniment,
Stonebraker's Pain Killer, ,re rs.
Stonebraker's Rat Exterminator,
Stonebraker's Horse and Cattle Powders,
Stonebraker's Vegetable Cough Syrup,
Stonebraker's Hair Restorative,
Stonebraker's Liver Pills,
Stonebraker's Dyspepsia Bitters and Liver invi-
gorator.
Pefumery, Soaps, &c.-Sozodant for Teeth,
Hawley's. and Glenn's Ext. for the handkerchief,
Golden Lilly of Japan for the hair,
Sterling's AmbrOsial for the hair,
Burnett's Cocoaine for the hair,
Oldham's and Cristadora's Hair Dye,
Ambrosial Nectar Cologne,
Glen's Rose Hair 0il-Glenn's Honey Soap,
Colgate Bath Soap, together with Soaps OF every
variety and style, ..
Hair. Clothes, Tooth, and Shaving Brushes,
Combs, &C..
Pens, Ink, Paper and Envelopes, &c.
August "a, 1866. 1n
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28

ANGELS IS PETTIcoATs.-A correspondent
Of "dOwn east" paper, thus expresses HIM
self regarding the fair sex. He has evidently
been Tilted:
l have recently gin up an idee Of women
folks, and come back to perlitikal life. ! am
more at home in this line than in huntin' the
fair sects. Aingils in potticuts an " kiss me
quicksp is pretty to look at, gin in, but bless
EN-. they are as slippry as cells, and when you
FISH for EN- and get bite, you somehow or
other finds yourself at the wrong eend OF the
Ene-they've cotched you! An when you've
stuffed EN- with peanuts, candy and dogger-
tyes, they will throw you away as they would
q cold later. Loostvioo, that's been my expo
Renee. But I've done with EN- now. The
Queen Of Sbebee, the sleepin' beauty, hleopa-
RVS needle, Pompy's pillar, an Lots wife,
with steam engine to help EN-, couldn't
tempt me. The very sight Of bonnet rifles
me all over.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
ID HOWELL,

DEGS leave to inform the citizens Of Charlestown
ID and the surrounding country, that he has
opened STORE in the room formerly occupied by
Mr.. Jacob Starry, nearly opposite the Bank, where
he VIII keep general assortment of
DRY GOODS NOTIONS, HATS,
SHOES, QUEENSWARE,
And all other Goods usually kept in country store.
His stock will be constantly replenished from the
Baltimore market and as the goods are bought on
the best terms. and sold exclusively for cash, he
will be enabled to sell short profits, consequently
his goods will be found to be cheap any other
house.
He hopes by strict attention to business, and a
disposition at all times 10 accommodate, to merit
a fun share of the public patronage.
sS- Country Produce taken at all times in ex-
change for goods, at the highest marketprices
August 81, 1865. rs
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
u. III. Easterday's
TIN, SHFET RoN AND STOVE R0US
Main Street, Cherlcsforn, Va,

Main Street, Choricstorn, Va,
II EEPS constantly on hand every description Of
~ TIN AND SHEET IRON WARE. Also, a
full assortment of STOVES will be kepton hand for
the FAN trade.
JOB WORK of every kind pertaining TO the bu.
siness made TO order by the best workmen and best
materials, and at the lowest prices Particular at
teuton paid to Tin Roofing, GuteriRg, DC.
.ES> Cotton Rags, Beeswax, Old Copper, Brass
Iron, Pewter and Lead, Sheepskins, Hides, Bacon
Lard, Wool, and Country Produce in general, taken
in exchange for Tin Ware or Tin Work.
August "a, ls65.--y.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
G. LgrsENR1xG. G. ". LEIsEsRING.
LEISENRING &c SON,
HARPERS-FERRY,
CHARLEST0WN,
RIpP0N.

WvHERE they keep large assortment Of DRY
w GOODS, such as ried.
Cloths, Cashmeres, Calicoes CottOns, Ginghams,
Lawns,--Rcady-ma Clothing, sc.
Also, Ladies' Fancy Goods, Fancy Soaps,
Perfumery, Extracts for favOring,
Boots, Shoes. Ladies' Caters,
Gentlemen's Linen and Paper Collars,
Neck Ties and Gloves, &C.,
Floor Mating, Oil Cloth, Competing, &C.,
Leather of all kinds, and Shoe Findings,
GROCERIES, such as
Molasses, prime Syrup, Sugars,
Oils of all kinds, Paints, Fish, &c.
Hardware Of all kinds,
Drugs and Medicines-Spices. Canned Fruit,
Tin and Wooden Ware-Measures Of all kinds.
STATI0NERY.-Schoo Books, Writing Paper,
Envelopes, States, &C., &C., DC.
EsS- Goods specially ordered promptly attended
to-Cne of the firm visiting Baltimore every week.
lss-Al kinds of COUNTRY PROD ICE Ia
ken in exchange for goods.
August "a, 1865.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28

Az Irish glazier was putting a pane Of glass
into a window, when groom, who was stand
ing by, began to joke him, telling him to mind
and put in plenty Of putty. The Irishman
bore the tanter for some time, but at last ST.
fenced the tormenter by: "Arrah now, be of
wild ye or III PIT pain in yer head without
any putty"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
SAPPINGTON HOTEL,
ChGrlestO'ca, Jefferson County, Fa.,

Miss Sarah A. Bean,
CONTINUES open for the reception and accom-
\ = mediation of visitors The Rooms are in com
plete order, well-furnished and comfortable, the
Parlors large and commodious, and the TABLE at
all times supplied with the choicest viands of the
Country and City Markets.
The Servants are attentive, and constantly in at
tendance for the accommodation and convenience
Of guests
The Proprietress is determined TO sustain the
well-established reputation of the House.
The public patronage is solicited.
Aur "a 1855
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28

Az Irishnan, upon visiting a Deiical mu-
SCUM, was shown some dwarfs, and other spe-
cimen Of mortality, all preserved in alcohol
Well, said he, 4 never thought the dead
could be kept in such good spirits
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28

~" a beautiful day, Mr.. Jenkins"
"Yes, very pleasant indeed,
Good Cay for the race"
Race, what racer
THE human race
ooh, so along with your stupid Jokes; get
up a good one, like the one with which I sold
Day"
DAY, what Day."
The day we celebrate, said jenkins, who
went on his way rejoicing.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28

A GENIUS down east has invented spy
glass Of wonderful power. He said he looked
through it at a third cousin, and it brought her
relatively nearer than any Of her brothers.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28

A FISHERMAN last week caught of the Mas
saehusetts coast Goldfish having in its stomach
pair Of spectacles. Owing to the effect Of
the salt water on the brass frames, it was i'm
possible to ascertain clearly whether the ini-
tials were those Of Jonah or not.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28

PROFITABLE PATRON.-A man once drove
up to a New Hampshire tavernand coolly asked
for cents worth Of hay. The landlord led
MS horse TO q shed, and then filled the wagon
with loose hay. Meanwhile, the owner Of the
horse called for basin and soap; and after
washing his face and hands thoroughly, wiped
himself dry on 'spandy clean towel, laid
down his cent, and was moving off,
Il say" said the landlord, won't you have a
drink before You 90?
"Wel, beein it's you don't care if I do,
was the reply and back he went and took a
drink.
"You don'tlivein theseparts, Ibelieve, stran-
ger" said the tavern-keeper.
''No," was the reply; Il don't; but go by
occasionlly, and as you've treated me so well
this time, I'll call and patrOnize YOU again
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
Jefferson Machine shop.

YJNHE public is respectfully notified that the
| dersigncd continue to conduct business at the
Old stand, " Miller's Ror," ChGrlestown, Jefferson
County. s-rr -s.. s--
MACHINE MAKING and REPAIRING,
CARRIAGE & WAGON MAKING
AND REPAIRING.
Also. BLACKSNTTHING in all its branches.
We are prepared to manufacture TO order Ploughs,
Harrows Wagons-in fact almost anything per-
tanning to Wood and Iron in the speedest and best
manner and upon reasonable terms.
Special attention bestowed upon the Manufacture
and Repair of Farming Implements, Mill work and
Axes. WERLICH d W ELLER.
August "a, 1865.
yzS- Highest cash prices paid for Old Iron.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
saddle, Harness & Shoe
shop.

TVNHE undersigned has leased part of the Store
. House occupied by Mr. John II. Strider, and
intends to keep on hand and manufacture to order
HARNESS, SADDLES, &c, and respectfully in
vites the attention of the Farmers Will also have
an experienced workman on BOOTS and SHOES,
when he flatters himself to please all who may give
him a call.
Repairing Of Harness, Saddles, &c, promptly at
tended to and satisfaction guaranteed.
Oct. 10, 1865. w. A. BANTZ.
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BRANDIES. WHISKEYS.
lust RcceiNed-

A the old stand Of s. H. Woody, opposite the
"A Drug Store Of Campbell and Mason, a very
large and desirable Stock Of New Goods is being
opened, such as French Merino, Alpaca, Mouselaine
Grey, Red and White FIannels, Balmoral Skirts.
MILLINERY GOODS,
consisting in part Of BOnnets, Bonnet Frames, Bon
net Silks, Hats. Feathers. Ribbons and beautiful
assortment Of Flowers and Ornaments. Also fine
stock Of
LADIES' wRAPPIyGS,
ClOaks, Jackets, Hoods, Clouds, Sea Foams, Scarfs
Shawls, and Breakfast Capes &
Constantly on hand large supply of fashionable
Trimmings, Buttons, Cords, Yelvets and Brsids.
Shoes fSr Ladies, Gentlemen and Children.
Sns> An extensive szp-k Of Wintrr Qotbinc yss
1kdE
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JUST ARRIVED.

TTNHE undersignedhas just arrived from Baltimore
with an entirely Neu and well-selected Stock
Of DRF 000DS-r0EETGN d DOMESTIC
LADIES DRESS GOODS, FANCY GOODS,
TRIMMINGS, Notions, De.
Gentlemen's Dress Goods, Hats, Boots, Shoes, &c.
ALSO,
GR0CERIES-very superior, and Cheop.
Before purchasing elsewhere, respectfully ask
an inspection of my assortment
Terms Cash JOHN l.. HOOFF.
Aug. 81, 1865.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-12-28
j. III. EWING,
Piano Fortes.

~ Piano EOrtcS.
CHARLES M. STEI FF,
MANUFACTURE of GRAND aQd sou ARE
lA PIANO FORTES. Factory at "a Sc Cam
den Street near Howard Ware-rooms No. n.
Liberty Street, above Baltimore, Baltimore, Md.
Has constantly on hand large number OF Pianos
of his own manufacture, with Full Iron Frame and
over strung. Every Instrument warranted for five
years, with the privilege of exchange within twelve
months fnot entirely satisfactory to the purchasers
SECOND HAND PAYos always on hand-from 500
to $780, MELoDIANs and PARLoR ORGANS from the
best makers.
We have permission to refer to the following per
sons who have our Pianos in use ID. ;. Rentch,
William Rush, w. G. Butler Richard C. Williams,
in jefferson County, and Benz. Harrison, James l..
Cunningham, S. c. Cunningham, Jacob Sibert,
Benz Speck. Andrew Bowman George Hoke, Lem
uel Campbell and others in Berkeley County.
@5- All orders left with p. II. Strobe, Shepherds
town, win be promptly attended to.
Sept. %, lS65-ly. ra tt ri
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The old Family Grocer

The Old Family Grocery.
TJ,HE undersigned is pleased to inform his old
friends, and the citizens OF the county generally,
that he has again re-opened, with a
Ner Stock aud Full Sapply, his Grocery Store,
At the old stand of II. l.. Ely Son, Charlestown.
To particnarize the numerous articles in store for
the necessities and general convenience of families,
is unnecessary, as every article in his line that is
needed will either be found on hand obtained at
the earliest day. The motto in trade now being
"quick sales and short profits" it is his intention
to sell all articles cheap they can be procured
elsewhere. He therefore appeals with confidence
to old customers and the public generally for rea-
sonable share of their support.
Aug. "a. 1865. W. EBY.
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Oysters! Oysters!!

Harry G. Nicely,
nEALER N HATS, CAPS, &C., 81, ". Bait
~ more 81. opposite Maryland Institute, Bait
Ferv Auyu- 81, 1895,
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ss Eha WnG1sinwton =
Fire Insaats a cA :. Con1pAnv
q or BALTIMORE. 49, =.
No. 81 sorrz sraszr, ovxs Tanp'1 i1sosas Ran.
fTNHIs Company insnres Bsildlnes, Norchsndis..
u fersonal Property generallyx Vessel in Port.
&c, ag.inst Eos or Damage By fire, % tie uoss
x d s !; ~iHiisslunsdi.elysst.sa ape.,%
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THOMAS 7. CANDY, Of canby, Chin "a
WIN. sWHrfEL0CK, Pres't Of M atiousl Bsnk.
q. A. PARKER, of E. L. Parker CO. - :
W. H CRAWFORD, OF, w. II. Crawford Co.
p g. CHAPPELL, Manufacturing Cberaist
G.. H. REESE, OF G. II. Reese Broe ; AZ, 3
I'D. MASON, Of J. D. Msson 90. aas
j. TOME, President Of the Cecil Bank
]. S. BEAcHAM, Of j. s. Bcacham 6ru
J.F,DIx, of Dix Steiner. IA HffIasH Al
j. LEARY, of j. Leary Co.
A. A. PERRY, Commission Merchant
H. C. SMITH, of Tucker Smith. i3 b So
X. N. SPILLER, OF Spiller Alcosks /,
KIMBERLY, of Kimberly Bros.
J. HARTMAN, South GAY street.
s. p. TOWNSEND, of WIN. Chestnut Ca.
B. +. PARLETT, of r. Parlctts Co.
J. s. FORBES, Builder. . q 3 b
c, W. HUMRICH0USE, of c. ". Huuriehouss
4 Co. TH0S. Y. CANDY, Pres'A
FaAxcrs J. McGrSSrss, Sec'y. ~
z. NJ. AISQU1TH, agent at Charlcstown-
Nov. 2, 1865. .iilil ~ tfi
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