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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
TOURNAMENT.

The tournament at Bolivar Heights, near Har-
pers-Ferry, on Wednesday last week, was plea
SAINT and agreeable occasion. A correspondent has
found in another column. His review is so com
plete that little is left us to narrate.
The Knights were in fine and appropriate cos
tune. Iyanhoe, the successful Knight, was richly
costumed, and his modest and galla9t bearing
seemed to designate him as the avorie Of the Oeca-
sion He is worthy the esteem meted him as So
yercign Of the day. There were other knights
handsomely costumcd, who exhibited fine horse
manship and gallantry.
The Ball at night was perfect success. The
array Of female beauty complete. The building for
the occasion could not have been better adapted if
originally constructed for the purpose-being 90 by
So feet Fifty-two couples occupied the floor at the
same time, afording ample space for full exercise
Of the dancers.
sThe long carOusal shook the illumined hall;
Well sped alike the banquet and the ball;
And the CAV dance Of bounding beauty's train
Linked grace and harmony in haPpiesst chain"
cit wasa sight the careful brow might smooth,
And make age smile, and dream itself to youth. y
The hours passed-and those present said
"On with the danceg let joy be uncon6ncd!
No sleep till morn. when youth and pleasure meet,
To share the glowing hours with flying feet"
The supper prepared by Messrs. KEES and GoLD-
STEIN, was ofthe most sumptuous kind, and reflect
ed the greatest credit upon them as caterers of the
first order.
The Managers deserve much praise for the cour-
tcous manner in which they conducted the enter
t,inn,ppf
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
The Presidents Policy.

The National htelligeHeer thinks Speaker
Colhx is attempting to foreshadow a policy for
President johnson, and that he is putting for
ward the Sumner and Stevens platform, which
in simple words means no admission to the
southern members during the next session Of
Congress.
We are inclined to think the President will
be found immovable, and that he needs no
patronising words from the Ex-Speaker or those
who take ultra ground. The Union is to be
restored IN spite Of the Radical diSunionistS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
Florida.

It viii be seen by the following dispatch to
the President Of the United States from Pro-
visonal Governor MARVIN, that the Florida
State Convention has passed three important
measures. removing all obstacles to full reun-
ION with the great Family of States:
TALLAHASSEE FLORIDA,
November s, 1865.
.in,lyer johnson, President
The Convention has annulled the ordinance
of secession. abolished slavery, and declared that
all the inhabitants of the State. without distinc-
ton of color, are free. aud that no person shall
be incompetent to testify rs a witness on ac-
count Of color in any matter wherein a colored
person isconcerned. II has repudiated the State
debt contracted in support of the rebellion, a
mended the constitution in other respects, and
adjourned NM. MARVIN,
Provisional Ghvernor.
Ex-Governor THOMAS BRowS, we'll known
in this region as an old-time Wing, addressed
a sensible letter to the Convention, urging that
body to adopt promptly the measures necessary
to restore the State. and protect her people
He thinks the only question which seems 10
present difficulty of solution is a suitable pro-
vision for the protection Of the emancipated
slaves; and he thought that upon proper con-
sideration. this viii not present any imposing
obstacle. He says, in conclsior:
The very great importance 10 the people Of
Florida that the constitution which YOU arc a.
bout 10 make should be SO formed as to leave
NO doubt Of her speedy admission to her politi-
cal privileges in the Union, must be my aplogy
for making these crude and haStv suggestions
for your consideration and reflection.
When the Sparce population of the State and
her extreme SeabOard are taken into conSidera-
ton. the Importance of our immediate aud GER
tain admission under the protection of the Gov
ernmentof the United States becomes vital, and
the opportunity now presented to us should not
belOSt or risked. Without such protection Flori-
da would soon become den Of piratical bands
and lawleSs marauderS.
The constitution should be formedandmould-
ed in such spirit as that our able and patriotic
Provisional Governor could give it his cordial
approval and Recommendation.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
MARRIED.

By the Rev. DR.. Jeter, at the residence Of Mrs. T.
Dabncv, corner Clay and Henry streets, Richmond,
November 18th, Mr.. J. HENRY N0LAND, of JEFF
fcrson county, TO Miss 7. VIRGINIA DABNEI-
daughter of the late Professor Dabney.
On Thursday, Odd inst, on the Bridge at Harper
Ferry, by Rev. f. Richardson. Mr.. JOHN t. TRlB
LEY to Miss SALLIE HINDMAN, all of Loudour
county, Va.
On Tuesday morning, the l4th inst. at the resi-
dence of the brides father, by Rev. Mr.. Hank, Mr.
WILLIAM 0UTCAULT. of Brunswick, New Jer-
sev, TO Miss ALICE V. CHAMBERLAIN, daughter
of John c. Chamberlain of this county.
At Frederick, Nd, in the Lutheran Parsonage,
BIZ Rev. George Diehl, on the 18th inst, Mr.. WI.
y. CARRENS, of Taneytown, Nd, to Miss MAR
GARET L. BENDER, of Harper's Ferry, Va.
On, the 10th inst, by the same, at Lellich's Hotel
Frederick, Nd, Mr.. CHRISTIAN FLICK. of liar
per's Ferry to Miss LAURETTA G0EllRlNG, Of
Martinsburg, Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
TIE Work of Reunion.

Il is evident that some Of the UltraS Of the
Republican party are attempting to eircumvent
the President in his efforts to restore the Union
fully and bring back the era Of good feeling
They are exhibiting symptoms Of fear, lest the
party majority may be seriously diminished, if
not actually destroyed They are, in fact, the
only Dismionists at present in the country
They are doing al they can to embarrass the
President. and this in face Of the fact that the
southern States, with bat slight exceptions, are
doing an that has been asked q them, and
much more than might have been expected.
The Naiioaal h,ieiiigeRcg Of Friday last has
an able and judicious article on tie subject
from which we make an extract.
The policy or the President is so plain and
honest that-t cannot be mistaken. As hewas
all for war while the rebellion raged-fora war
Of vindication and dcfrncc-yindicatio and de-
fence Of the majesty Of the nation-so now he
is all for peace. for the supremacy Of the Con-
stitution and OF the laws made under IT, exact
ing no needless forfcitures Of war, but demand
ing such, and such only. as are plainly essen
tial to the future pcrmanence. peace, and glory
of the American Union. The policy Of the
President does not regard this Government as
a government Of force, under any disguise nor
by any tortuous construction. On the contra
", the leading idea of the Administration is
that the reciprocal relations Of parent and chill
dren obtain between Federal authority and the
States in their limited sovereignty. as the Amer
lean law of consent and Interpretation defines
these terms called "lirnited sovereignty"
AS this Union was founded in mutual con-
6dencc Of man in man. the whole edifce resting
on the honesty and patriotism Of the people, SO
now the President proclaims the theory that
the rebellion has only been a foul excresence.
He does not admit that has changed the theo-
~ Of the Govcrnment-that it has, Ike a NOR
tai ulcer eaten out the vitals Of the Constitu-
tion; but, on the contrary, that the sore being
extirpated, all that then remains is to foster
the general body into health by such saving
processes Of craftsmanship and by such watch
ful care as shall restore what has been func-
,ionally and not organically derangcd. He,
therefore trusts the people since the Govern
ment IS theirs, holding only such arbitrary au-
thority over them as belongs to his parental
relation as the head Of an organized family, who
have deputed to him, through the family bond
efHe Constellation, the duty and the right and
the power to maintain and enforce the general
harmony and safety. Hence the President
acts as the President of the UNITED STATES,
and not as one who is to be moved into venge-
ful measures by passionate clamcr in the North,
nor into unwise concessions by appeals from
the South.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
On Wednesday week, EMMA FLoRExcE, a

On Wednesday week, EMMA FLORENCE, a
young and interesting daughter of Capt. John
Reed, of this place, was thrown from horse
upon a pile Of rocks, causing dangerous and
painful fracture of the scull. BY the timely
and shillful services of our best medical talent,
and the unTcmitting attentions Of sympathizing
friends her life has thus far been spared, and
hopes Of her speedy recovery are entertained
and devoutly wished.
The mother ol this afflicted one is also lying
dangerously IN, elieitng the prayers and sym
pathies of relatives and friends
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30

Kirwan. Hissuccess at the Tournament was simply
poetic justice-he deserved it.
Amongst the invited Guests, and one of the last
to leave the Ball room, was Gen. Van Patien, who
came from.Baltimore to be present. Other guests,
from Baltimore, Winchester, Charlestown, Shep-
herdsown, and other distant places, were present,
and will, we are sure, give good account of the
hospitality and gayety of Harper's Ferry.
Messrs. Kern and Goldstein were the caterers,
and deserve to be mentioned, in an account of the
above entertainment
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
The First Step.

IL Is stascl IN iho New York EreUag Post
on adyices fsom Washington. that Mr. Neither
son, Clerk of tbs Hoass Of Representatives, has
sent the roll Of menbess 10 the printer. and
that 10 names from the late rcbclliOus States
appear upon it.
The Southern States arc paying the direct
taxes, and yet the Clerk, a mere ministerial Of
fccr, undertakes TO deny them representation.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
Mexico.

The Emperor Maximillian has withdrawn
his forces from the out-posts, and concentrated
at three points, Vera Cruz City of Mexico and
San Luis Potosi.
The appointment of Gen. Logan as Minister
to the Republic of Mexico, it is thought, will
give the Liberals new life and spirit, and be
equal to a reinforcement of 5000 men. Any
one of our Generals of distinction could have
a hundred thousand in a month.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
STONEBRAKERS
Nerve and Bone Liniimcnt
V.ARR1NTED TO CURE

HARRANIEU TO CJHE
Rheumatism, Sprains, Swellcd Joints, Sore
Throat Frosted Feet, Poison, Old Sores and
Bruises, Fresh Cuts, Corns. Mumps, letter,
Pains in the limbs and back, Swecny ON man Of
beast sadIlc OF collar Calls, Distcmpcr, Scratch
es, &C., on Horses and Mules, and all diseases
requiring an external remedy.
All who know and have used Stoncbrakcr's
NERVE & BONE EMINENT, will testify
that il is the most popular linimcnt ever sold ~
any country, and that it has given perfect salts
faction wherever it has been introduced, taking
the place fall others
This is a strong evidence Of its grca. powers
in removing Rheumatism, Pains, Swellmgs, dc,
both on man and beast No Linimem has yet
been made to equal this. 1t only needs q trial
to prove its great virtue. Every bottle "sf-
ranted or the money refunded.
Sold by Aisquith & Bro, and country deal
ers generally.
Nov Is, 1S65-Gm.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
TO ALL CONCERNED.

THR0M this time henccforth it will be absolutely
impossible for me TO open accounts with any
person except such as have been prompt to meet
their engagements. Cash is required from me by
all merchants from whom purchase my goods
and to carry on my business must require CASH
from nv own customers.
All persons who know themselves indebted to me
are earnestly requested to call and settle their
counts When money is not to be had, will take
produce of all kinds. III. LEE HElSkELL.
Nov 80, 1865.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
We learn thas Miss MAMIE D. OBAxxox

We learn thas Miss MAMIE d. O'BASNoy,
a highly esteemed Young lady Of our County,
was the subject of severe accident ON Satur-
day last at IIarpers Ferry Her horse having
made sudden start or attempt to run, she
leapcd from tie Buggy-thereby breaking her
ankle bone. OF the extent of the fracture we
are not iulormed-trust however the nature Of
il is less serious than at first supposed.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30

Rev. Mr.. HoPKINs has announced Commun-
ion for Sabbath next, at the Presbyterian
Church. Preparatory services commencing
this morning, and continuing day and night,
through the week.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
A DESIR4BLE HOME IN MARKET.

SHALL offer at public sale, in front Of the She
nandoah Hotel, Harper's Ferry, at IL o'clock,N,
On Saturday, 10th Of December,
that desirable little
TRACT OF LAND
in L.oudoun County, known as the old Mise
warner Farm, and on which Carey Thompson
has resided for the last several years 1t is Sit
uated one mile from Harpcr's Ferry, and imme-
datey on the graded road leading to Hillsooro :
The quality of the land and the character OF the
improvements, its advantages of water, fine
Fruit, &C., are too well known to need further
description.
TERMS Cash so soon as paid Deed
will be given by James Roper, the former own
er, and myself, jointly.
Nov. 80. THOS. ). SIONE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

nERSONS knowing themselves Indebted 10 the
estate of the late Robt. VI. English, are notified
that payment of their indebtedness is required
Those having claims are requested to present them
properly authenticated for settlement
GEO. W. EICHELBERGER,
Nov. 30. lS65-5t. Admr.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30

ToSEY BLrE, remembered by our older read
crs as a servant Of the late JoHE BrcKNASTER,
of this toSn. and 60 those Of these 1latter days
as Cook for Gen. S5onewall Jackson, died sud-
denly. in his Chair, on Tuesday last, at IN ad-
vanced age.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30

Among our advertisements of to-day may be
found the Card of Mr.. DAVID Heck. Heis an
expert at his business and will, no doubt, give
satisfaction to all who patronise him.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
DIED,

In Shepherdstown, on the 4th inst, Miss ELIZA
BETH ii. CONFER, aged q years, months and
6 days,-leaving a bereaved mother and only broth
err, and many sympathising friends to mourn her
loss.
Near Shepherdstown, on the 18th inst, Mrs.
ELIZABETH THOMPSON, wife of Robert Thomp-
son. decd. aged "a years, months and l6 days
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
Grand tournament at Harper's Ferry.

ICommunieGtedl
AGrapd Tournament, the last of the season in this
part of the country, tooplace on Bolivar Heights,
at Harper's Ferry, on Wednesday, the 22nd inst
Although the day cold and cloudy, as the lists,
and the honor of browning the Queen Of Beauty was
chivalrously thrown open to all the neighboring
counties of Virginia and Maryland, the excitement
was very great, and the spectators ON foot, horse
back and in vehicles very numerous.
At one o'clock, the Knights in fuiltostumc, with
spear and pennon, preceded by the Judges, aud a
Brass Band from Baltimore, the young knights Of
Camp Hill and Bolivar acting Guard OF Honor,
took up their line of march, to the scene OF friendly
contest. The following is list of Officers, knights
and Guard of II onor
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
P.1N KILLER.
STONEBRAKER'S
DYSPEPSIA BITTEIeS
AND

LI|ER INFIG OH-1IUHl
THE GREAT REMEDY FOR
Dyspepsia, Liver Complaint, Bilious Attacks.
Sick Headache, Sour Stomach, Fiatulcncy,
Loss Of Appetite, Costireness. Jaun-
dice, Cholera Morbus. and Female
Weakness. DropSy, Derrcssionof
Spirits, Sallow Complexion,
and all arrangements Of the
Digestive Functions.
This being an entire Vegetable Compound, IL
warranted safe and cfiectual remedy, Dot or
ly for Liver Complaint and Dyspepsia, but for
all those diseases resulting from a disordcrcd
condition of the Stomach and Liver, ordcrange-
mcnt OF the digestive functions, such ms Flatu-
lcncy, Loss of Appetite, Debility or Weakness,
Acidities of the Stomach, Headache, Costive-
ness, Dropsy, &c.
1t is particularly recommended to those who
are suffering under debility and depression OF
spirits. soothing and rcnovating powers being
particularly adapted to all such cases.
Price One Dollar per Bottle.
Sold by Aisquith & Bro. Druggists, Charles
town, and by Country Dealers generally.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
10000

CtHESNUTR RAILS for sale. For particulars ar
I ply to the undersigned, near Charlestown, JEFF
ferson County, Virginia.
Nov. 30-4t. b. c. WASHINGTON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30

Rev. Il. B, Shepherd gives notice of Pro-
tracted Meeting at Zoar Church, beginning on
Saturday next.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

nERSONS knowing themselves indebted to the
estate of the late James H. Briscoe are notified
that payment of their Indebtedness is required
Those having claims are requested to present them
properly authenticated for settlement.
GEO. W. EICHELDERGER,
Nov. so, ls65-5t. Adnr.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
Oh, Yes! oh, Yes!!
THOMAS E. WOODWARD

Auct1OnSGr.
OFFERS his services TO the public. Any person
desiring nv services. will please address me at
Kablctown or Nippon, Jefferson county. Va.
The best of references given if required
Nor 30 lS65.-2m.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
RELIGIOUS NOTICE.

Protrsct-dmecEag viii siu on SATURDAY. next,
81 = s'.,ac&. - Zear Church
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30

Attention is directed to the Card Of CcAKLEy
Bso1HEEs. 10 Calvert ST.. Baltimore
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30

The Meeting at the N, L. Church in this
place, which commenced on Saturday last, is
still in progress. 1t is conducted by the Pastor
Rev. Mr.. MARCH, assisted by the Rev. j. III.
WAUGH. The attendance is large and encour-
aging.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
Accommodation
FOR ALL.

70 keep pace srith the Times, and gre notice 10
old Friends, and Customers generally
that he is stu in de La,sdof
Che Liring,
GEORGE w. SPOTTS-
OPPOSITE THE RAILROAD, AND NEAR ting
~, DEPOT, IN CHARLEST0wN,
ID ESPECTFULLY informs the public. tina, n,
IL has open to the accommodation of ,rsyella,s
and others, his former residence. asa
HOUSE OF PUBLIC ENTERTAINMENT
Permanent or Transient Boarders viii beac.
commodated in style to meet their apnroba-
ton, and on terms as reasonable as can he do
sired. His table will be furnished with all that
the markets Afford whilst his BAR will con-
tain the best of Domestic Wines, Ale. Cider. &c
and good order, quiet and comfortable accom-
mediation, shall pervade his establishment
His arrangements for the accommodation of
the public, in the way of HACKS. BUGGIES
and HORSES, are more ample and complete
than ever before Those in want of any sort
of locomotion, would do well to give him call.
as his terms are moderate and stock of thcbest
quality. Hauling in the town or elsewhere.
promptly done as heretofore, and at reasonable
rates.
He also desires to inform the old friends and
patrons of his BLACKSMITH ANDWAG0N-
MAKING SHOPS, that he by 10 means in
tends to relinquish this department of his bust
ness. In addition to his own personal labor
and supervision, he will have in his employ
those entirely competent to perform any work
confded to his hands. Hewill give his special
attention to H0RSE-SHOEING, and the sat
isfacton rendered in the past should be guar
anty as to the future.
Thankful TO the community at large for the
liberal encouragement heretofore extended, he
expects by untiring industry, and desire to
please, to still merit share of their support.
Nov. 23,-St. G. W.. S.
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ROOTS & SHOES

His work commends itself. For durability
superior, and for finish equal to city work
His prompt execution of all contracts should
secure very liberal share Of the public patron
age. Work, of every description, fine OF coarse,
done quickly, well, and at prices appropriate
to the times.
Shop next door, tup stairs to residence Of
Thomas A. Moore, Esq.
Nov. 80, lS65-Gm. DAVID HECK.
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Coakley Brothers,
IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN
Leather s. Shoe FS1sdfssgs.

No. l6 S. Calvert Street. Baltimore, Maryland.
WE HAVE on hand good selection Of SHOE
w FINDINGS and LEATHER, such as
Spanish, Slaughter and Hemlock Sole,
Skirting, French and American calfSkins,
Hips, Splits, Buff Patent Leather, Morocco
Sheep Skins, Kid Skins, Enamelled
Leather, Hastings Gallons, webbs; Laces; also
Shoe Tools Lasts, Sewing Machines, 4c.,
which we will sell at the lowest marketprice All
orders from the Country promptly attended 70.
C0AKLEY BROTHERS,
Nov. SO, 'C5.-ly. l6 5. Calvert st. Ba!to.
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TO MY FRIENDS IN THE VALLEY.
BOOTS and SHOES.

TyNHE undersigned respectfully notifies all the
people Of Charlestown and neighborhood, that
he is unremitting in his attention to the
MAKING G REPAIRING
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1865-11-30
LOCAL SUMMARY.
John n. Strider.

A call at this gentleman's establishment at
HalItown, will convince you, that heis exercis-
ing his characteristic energy in pushing bust
ness ahead; and doing his utmost to accommo-
date the farmers, by buying and shipping their
grain and furnishing them with all articles of
merchandise usually kept in country store
Also coal and lumber.
We hope friend Strider may receive the pa
tronage his industry and application SO richly
merit
The RAcEs.-The looked for, andmuch talk
ed of trial Of fast horses came off on Tuesday
last upon the grounds below town. The fol-
lowing entries were made:
Chestnut Mare Cora" by Major Quinn !;
Black Mare Pet" by Mr.. G. o. Meigs Ches-
nut Gelding Flying Squirrel by Capt. Le-
land; and Bay Mare Medora," by Lieut..
New.
First.heat won by Flying Squirrel, time
9 minutes and seconds; the second and third
by Medora," in minutes, 8 seconds, and
PIP. Coral was the contestant for the third
heat
The sport was concluded by scrub race
between the horses of Messrs. Kirwin and Nc
Graw.
The announcement of these races attracted a
large crowd, and the usual accompaniment of
intemperance, fighting and rowdyism, general
", not omitted.