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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05
BALTIMORE ADVERTISEMENTS
Pancatharticoniaed oldRye whiskey,


DEFECATED or DePurated for medical or so.
! cial uses, by the (" Paneathartieon," invented
and patented June II, 1862, by
JOHN E. WILSON, Baltimore, I'D,
Tn barrels demijohns, bottles, &c. For sale by the
AGENT. on the Northwest corner of Howard and
Camden streets nearly opposite Camden Station of
baltimore and Ohio Rail Road gs5-None genuine
that has not the Patentee and Agents signature On
each label.
5aas-Its purity has been fully tested as per the
annexed certificates Of analysis;
CERTIFICATES.
From careful Chemical Analysis of Superior Old
Rye Whisky, Poncathartieoni,sa by
JOHN 4. WILSON Of
Baltimors.
This Whiskey is characterized BY the absence OF
heavy Fusil Oil, Sugar, end Poisonous Metallic com
pounds, and by retaining its ethereal cderous oil
1ntginted 1t has the chemical composition of
nnre. carefully defeated Rye Whisky.
Respectfully, A. A. HAYES, NJ. D.,
State AssGyer, l6 Boylston street.
Boston. Mass, 23d August, 1862.
Having made careful chemical ANALYSIS of the
Pancatharliconzed Old Rye Whiskey Of Dir. John
= Wusoy Baltimore. am pleased to state that it is
entirely free from fusil OIL metallic salts, or other
matters in any way detrimental to health. In aro-
ma. richness ana uellcdCN ol HdfOl, IL cdHhVt NC
surpassed Respectfully yours,
G. 4. LIEBlG, NJ D.,
analytical Chemist.
Baltimore, July &c, 1862.
Careful chemical analysis of four kinds of " his
keys-Superior Old Rye Whisky, Superior Old
Bourbon Whiskey, Superior Old Wheat Whisky.
Sunerior Old Corn Observation-Disclosures
by means of the patent apparatus invented by John
r Wilson. of Baltimore. Nd, have shown them TO
be entirely free from the heavy fusil oils and from
the poisonous metallic compounds often found in
Whiskeys.
They retain the ETHEREAL Products, entirely free
from any faint produced by injured grain, or care
less fermentation, and being unmodified by the use
of sugar, are remarkably pure products of delicate
chemical operations. Respectfully,
4. A. HAYES, NJ. D.,
State Assdger, l6 Boylston street.
Boston, Mass, 23d August, 1862.
na-ORDERS SOLICITED-N
EsT-Dealers and Druggists allowed liberal dis
count For prices and particulars address sole A
gent of the United States.
JOHN f. WILSON,
". Corner Ho,sGrd 6 Camden streets
Baltimore, August q, lS65.-ly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

Nh. JOKES met Nh. Smith, as he was going
on board q steamer on the Mississippi, and
asked: (Which way, Smith, up or DOWN.
" Thatdepends upon circumstances, remarked
the latter; IF gets berth over the boiler
shall probably 60 Pep: if in the cabin, dorn. 50
We have not heard from him since.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

Asa HARTz, in a letter addressed through
the New York News to his bower, Jaque o.
Dimuntz, Describes the effect Of an eloquent
sermon to which he lately listened in the town
0fDanville, Virginia. Hear him:
The minister had been painting in beautiful
language the happy jourucying of a Pious soul
through this world Of sorrow to the abode of
glory. He spoke Of himself as q recruiting
officer for the army Of the just, and wound up
with the question, in tones can never forget.
VIII you go?' It's effect was electrical, my
bower Several hard looking eases, whoseem
cd as though they would make excellent sub
jects for conscrpt officer, rose to their feet
and simultaneously asked" How much bom-
~ win YOU giye?'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

Az old sea Captain used TO say he didn't
care how be dressed whenabroad. because no.
body knew him;" and ne didn't care how he
dressed when at home, because everybody
knew him"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

JOSH BrLLISes says that if man processes
to serve the Lord, he likes TO see him do it as
well when he measures onions as when be hol-
Iers glory halleluah'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05
EXPRESS NOTICE.

rEHE public viii please not overlook the fact that
all charges for freights received by Adams
Express Company are due upon delivery of Goods
] am compelled to make duiiy settlements with the
Company, and 70 be enabled TO do so the rules of
the Company-cash paymcnts-must be rigidly en-
forced.
All indebted for freights are requested TO make
payment at once. Respectfully,
II. l.. HEISKELL
Ag4n; Of Ad---', E-r---s q.
ChsrfgS~rvn Nsv - 1856
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05
VARIETY.
I SAW HER BUT A MOMENT.

( SAW HER BUT A MOMENT.
saw her huf moment
1fuas in 4 tiltiug skirt
now pyettily she sailed along,
The charming little li.t;
] saw her buta moment;
All 'twssa pretty sight
80 see her tread tbc crowded street
With footstep free and light
saw her but moment;
Tct swore by the " Old Harry"
Ih0 pretty thing % look az.
She would never do % marrs
Tho saw Der but a moment,
Yet knew She was a liirt,
Bg the iauBiy airs she put on
Asshe wang her ll6ng skirt
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

4 Mas in New York has raised one hundred
thousand young trout. which he has sold at S55
Per thousand. for stocking streams and ponds
This is doing the small fish business on large
scale
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

=. Az editor In Arkansas was lately shot in an
ARRAY Luckily the ball came against bun
de Of unpaid bills. The bullet could not 60
through them by long shot.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

4 LErTEE was lately received a. the Cbica-
90 post-olice directed 70 An Honest Man"
The chief clerk sent it % the dead letter de-
partmeut. with the candid confession that the
man dad uot live in Chicago.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

a NAN in Springfield Mass, who sells pop
corn, and is also worthy member Of Church,
got so excited at recent prayer meeting that
he sung out popcorn instead Of amen"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

Az affected milkmaid says that butter has
taken a downward churn. The strongest in
he Cub IA he weakest FL tie market.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

REMOVED
To Roox OPPOSITE "CARrER House.
Harness. Saddles DC Brides,
MANUFACTURED OR REPAIRED
Al Caarles'o,cn, jefferson County.
TENHE undersigned respectfully announces to The
citizens of Charlestown and vicinity, that he
is constantly making anticipating Carriage. Gig,
Buggy, Coach and Wagon, Harness Saddles,
Brides. Halters. &c, in the most durable manner,
and the most modern style Of workmanship. and at
short notice and upon living" terms Ny work
commends itself All ask is a share Of the public
patronage
va. Shop opposite 4" Carter House.
April 10, SO HENRY ID. MIDDLEKAUFF.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05
NOTICE.

DFRSONS indebted To. or having unsettled &C
counts with the late firm of REDMAN Glib
Son. are respectfully notified that thcaccounts have
been made out and placed in the hands OF Mr..
" Maxwell for settlement. Tie viii attend at his
oRi,, in Charlcstown. on Monday, Tuesday and
Samrdsv osS Zach week, for that purpose. Allper-
sons having unsettled accounts with said firm are
respectfaily requested to come forward and close
nan M JOHN r. :. REDMAN.
GEO. W. ElCUGEhELGER;
Admir- Of James ID. Ul,;son, dIc d
MAY 81, 1866.
va Mr.. Maxwell is also authorized to settle my
individual accounts for Tailoring.
JOHN K. A. REDMAN.
p. S-The unsettled matters of the estate Of
JAMES D. GIBSON deed. connected with the
Sheriifalty, have been placed in the hands Of J.
Peyton Brown, Esq, who is fully authorized to set
tie the same. GEO. W. EICHELBERGER,
Admir- of James d, Gibson, deed.
May 81, ls66.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

Stove Store and Tin Shop.
TE'HE undersigned keeps constantly on hand an
assortment OF the most approved
STOTES. TIN WARE &C..
At his shop on Main Street Charlestown Every
thing usually manufactured and kept in a Tin shop
can be had by giving me a call, and at the most
reasonable prices.
done on short notice. ALBERT MILLER.
August 81. 1865.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05
VERY CHEAP.
shoes, Hats and Groceries.

CtALL aud examine for yourselves, at the cheap
I store of Trussell Co, their
Prime Sugars. Cutieos, Teas,
Mulasses SyrupS, Kerosene Oil,
Pickles, Vinegar, Mackerel,
Fresh tlcrrings, Canvassed Hams,
English Dairy Cheese.
Also, q large assortment Of Ladies', Misses and
Childrgus Lasting Caters, Morocco Boots, Plush
Slippers Kid slippers, Gents Fine Shoes, Hats
and Caps. all of which they will sell at the very
lowest prices for cash OF country produce. Virgin
ia Bank Money taken AZ what il Is worth in the
market. TRUSSEL co.
NAv L 1856
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05
THE GREATEST LINIMENTIN USE.
BELLS WHITE OIL.

BELL - w II L T. OIL.
TTyHE Bandest, Cleanest, Most Penetrating and
most Economical Liniment in use.
4 Powerful Oleqginus Compound for the speedy
Cureg
Rheumatism, Strains, Sprains, Wounds, Numb
ness of the Limbs, Frosted Feet & Hands,
SPAWN, Saddle Calls, Poll-Evil, Ring
Bone Bruises, Swellngs of all
kinds and in fact every
disease
for which an Emhrocation is applicable either
in Man or Beast.
PR{CE-25 cents bottle.
This preparation which is original with us,
will be found to be one of the incest and at the
same time one of the most reliable applications
extant. Having been employed very extern
sively since its introduction and feeling salts
fed Of its remedial properties, we recommend
il with the utmost confidence, knowing that no
one will be disappointed in its use.
1t is, as its name implies, White Lniment
of the consistency of cream, containing nothing
offensive but on thecontrary Will be found more
pleasant than otherwise.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05
Spring Goods

T0HN L. HOOFF has Just received another sun
- ply of Merchandise purchased since the decline
in prices, and invites call from his customers and
the public generally. He offers very general as
sortment of seasonable DRY GOODS. GROCE-
RES, ee., as low as can be bought in any store
Call and examine. He pledges himself thatno one
shall 90 away dissatisfied
Nav 10 1888
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05
Adams Express Agency.

II. l.. HEISKELL has been appointed Agent
for Adams Express Company at CharleStown,
and gives attention 70 the forwarding and re-
ccivins If Goods Packages, Money, &c. &c.
The Express Office is at my Store-room three
doors West Of Sapington Hotel.
Special attention given 70 this branch of bus
mess.
November Q 1865.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05
NOTICE.
LLOYD LOGAN

TTAS resumed business in the Store House, third
door South of the Taylor Hotel, where he
viii be glad TO see his old friends and dealers
generally.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

The great difficulty heretofore experienced in pro-
curing true Flavoring Extracts, has induced the
proprietor to spare no pains or expense in giving
to the public an article which viii be found true to
its name and which will in no instance to be a
source Of disappointment.
1t viii be observed that our extract Of Lemon and
Orange is q prepared extract from the Peel, which
any one may be convinced Of by merely smelling
them
The price Of Vanilla Beans too, has caused more
useless Extract Of Vanilla to be manufactured and
sold than any other essences being either made
from Tonka Beans, or some other fictitious com
pound. In our Extract we
VIII GUARANTEES A Pure ARTICLE!
Made from the true Bean, without any foreign sub
stance whatever.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05

From careful Chemical Analysis Of Superior Ole
Rue Whisky. PoRcathartieoni,ea by
JOHN i. WILSON Of
Bdltimors.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-07-05
BELLS CONCENTRATED
EXTRACTS

gzX'- Equal to any in the market and superior to
many, in large bottles and at old prices
Wholesale Agents for baltimore
BURR0UGH BROS,
Wholesale Drggg!s.s
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1866-09-15
THE PENNSYLVANIA REsERVE CORPS.
MEETING OF THE SURVIVING OFFICERS AND MEMBER,
A PERMANENT ORGANIZATION FORMED

MEETING OF THE SURVIVING OFFICERS AND MsMBER
A PERMANENT ORGANIZATION FoRMED.
Special Dispatch to The N. Y Tribune.
LANCASTER Penn. Thursday, Sept ~ 1890
convention of the former members Of the Ponnsyl
yania Reserves in this city to-day pursuant 70 reolu-
ton adopted at meeting at La Pierre House, Phadcl-
pha, July g. Breyet Brighten II. G. Siekles Of tho
Third Regiment was elected temporary Chairman, and
Col John H. Taart of the Twelfth Regiment appointed
Secretary Col. r. Bddle Roberts OF the First. offered
the following which explained the objects of the CoRyen-
ton:
The surviving officers and soldiers Of the Pennsylvania
Reserve Cos DESTROYS Of cheTshing the memories per-
notuang the friendship and continuing the association
formed In the field do hereby constitute and permanently
establish themselves as tho Pennsylvania Reserve
Association and do declare that this Assocla-
ton is formed for the purpose above SEQ
forth and for the promotion of national honor the ada
yaneenen of national welfare and 10 and IN The saety
aud preservation OF the Cn0n and, that dsTegardng
alike pocal and sectaran proelivties il shall be COM
posed Of every honoraby discharged officer and soldier
who may have served at any time in the Old corps and
who shall signify his desire 10 belong TO II. The plan APP
proved is that the Governor Of the State and general OH
GERS who NAV have az any time commanded corps, diyl
sion or brigade of the Reserves, aud officers of sah shall
be entitled TO membership" 4 permanent Board Of DE-
rectors with Gov Curtin as President, was selected.
Addresses were made by Gca Fisher, Gen. Siekles Col.
Mccoy Col Taylor and Col. Roberts. The speakers
stated that there were abou. 1000 OF the Reserves still
wing The original corps numbered $4,000. After the
transaction of other business relative 20 permanent ogan-
cation the Convention adjourned TO meet at Harrisburg ON
the Both of May 1867 the anniversary Of the battle Il
Bethesda Church. tile last in which the Reserves prte
pated
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1866-09-15
THE LVDLiNS.

THEIR CONTINUED DEPREDATIoNS on WHITE sETUFH
AND TRAyELERs-A DAND OF SIOUX DEFEATED.
Special Dispatch to The n y Trbane.
LEAvESW0ETH, Thursday Sept - letC.
The Sioux Auapahoes aud Cheyenncs have taken ile
war-path against the ranehmen. Three traders thcr
squaws AMI children living Torenc River, were Killed
and scapel The Indians stole all the stock al Bg Horn
Eerr,r and drove the f.rvmen off The Blood Indians
have run off large amounts Of stock and committing
dopredations nc Fort Williams. Two men were killcd.
Fifteen hundred Santcc Indians have passed Fort Union
on the warpath They stole all the stock at Pos, Sntcc
and Minnesota The Sioux have had fight, in which Is
of them were killed. Great danger is apprehcnded from
the Logan and Blood Indians in Montana They attacked
the stage on the Pacti killed passenger ana shot tho
horses they stole all the stage stock from staten
west of Cottonwood Cavalry sent in pursuit, but
without effect.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1866-09-15
FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL.


LONDON MONEY MARKET.
LoSpoY. Sept l2-Evening-The Money market
IS unchanged. Consols closed at s9i for Money.
AMERICAN SECURITIES.
LONDON Sept. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Securities are
Grmer and prices have generally advanced The elong
quotations are follows: United States FyeTSeniies -'
Erie Railway Shares, 45i; Illinois Central Shares ''..
LIVERPOOL BREADsTCFTs MARKET.
LIVERPOOL Sept Is-Eyening.-Tho BreGdstufis market Is
firm at the advance reported on Tuesday
LIVERPOOL TALLow MARKET.
IryEErooI, Sept l9-Evennr-Tbe Talow market Il firm
LIVERPOOL COTTON MARKET.
LIVERPOOL. Sept. lJ-p m.-The Cotton market Ia IN
changed and steady The sales to-day up 1900 bales
Middling Upands are quoted at I'D
LIVERPOOL BREADsTrFPs MARKET
LTvrmoor, Thmsday. Sept i2-p m.-Ihe Breadsiafs
market il frmer, and prices tend upward.
LIVERPOOL PROVISION MARKET.
LwrHPooL Thursday. Sept i3-p m.The Provision mar.
ket Is without change. Lard very dali.
LONDON MONEY MARKET.
Loxpox Thursday Sept Is-noon.-Consols quoted at
e9i for money.
LosDox Thursday Sept I9 Eyening-Thers is change
in the money market Consos closed at s9i for money.
AMERICAN SECURITIES.
LoyDoy Thursday Sept 49, Noon-The current prices Of
American Securities United States Fiyetventie' ~!
Erie Railway Shares fJ.i Illinois Central Shares 77l.
are: United States FI,e.twepte i Eric Railway Shares
Is; Illinois Central Shares. 1si
LfyRBPoo Sept. -COTToS-The market is steady at
changed rates The Brokers' Circular reports tie sales Of the
week at 1000 bales Mddng UPlands quoted at I'D
BREADsTUFFs AND PROVISIONS
LIVERPOOL Sept 1.-THE markets for Breadstus and Pro.
visions show change.
LONDON MONEY MARKET.
LONDON Friday noon, Sept 1.-THE money market is
altered. Consols open at s9 for money.
AMERICAN SECURITIES.
LONDON, Friday Sept 1.-THE market for American
securities fner aud prices opened at an advance the
closing quotations Of yesterday U. s. FVewenties
quoted at 70; Illinois Cenrals 59!; Erie Railway, 49,
LATER.
LONDON MONEY MARKET.
LONDON FIiday evening. Sept 1.-THE money market has
ruled steady Confos tie close Of business to day being
quoted at So for money.
LIVERPOOL COTTON MARKET.
LIVERPOOL, Friday evening, Sept N.-Ihe market has
ruled steady with sales to-day OF 1000 bales Quotations
main unchanged.
LIVERPOOL BREADsTUPFS MARKET.
IrERP )o, sept. H.-BREADsTUFFsIhe market for Flour
and Wheat Is lrmer Corn is easier.
AMERICAN SECURITIES.
LONDON Friday Evening Sept 1.-The marAet Is firm, bat
owing the advance there has been dealings Quotations
ares United States Five Twcntics 49, Illinois Central Rail
road, 7gii Eric Railway, iJl.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1866-09-15
MARINE INTELLIGENCE.


QUEENSTOWN Thursday Sept. l3-noon.-Ihe
steamship Queen from NcV.York Sept arrived this fore
no)p and proceeded for Liverpool
QUEENSTOWN, Thursday Sept n, p. m.-Thc steamship
Delaware from NevYork Aug. 80 arrived this afternoon
and proceeded for Liverpool.
SOUTHAMPTON Thursday, Sept. H. mile steamship
Teutonil from NevYCIk sept. T. arrived this afternoon
and proceeded for Hamburg.
SOUmurToN SEPT. H.-The sicar-sLp Arhfo from New
York arrived hs morning. aGd ac landing her London aad
Liverpool passengers. proceeded Tor Havrc.
4 DISASTER.
The ship Twilight which sailed from this port recently or
New. York. has Put back TO Liverpool difmasied
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1866-09-15
NEU- ORLEANS.

A SLIGHT DISTURBANCE BETWEEN THE POLICE AND
COLoRRD S0LDIERS-pUNsHMENT OF SOLDIERS
DEATH OF ANOTHER VICTIM OF THE BOTH JULY
RIOT
NEW ORLEAys Thursday. Sept. -, 1906
slight disturbance occurred in this city last evening,
caused by the arrest of two colored women by the police
An attempt was made TO rescue the women BY some col
ored soldiers
The police were soon reenforced and met by the
negroes with yoeys Of bckbas and invitations TO come
on The police assisted by several Federal officers finally
succeeded In restoring quiet.
,John Henderson IT,, a member of the Convention of
1861 died this morning from wounds received in the not
on the JOth Of July
New ORLEANS Friday. Sept. H. lsGG
Tho military officers furnishing severely the negro
soldiers who participated in tho riot OF "Wednesday last
They have four If them hanging By the thumbs now
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1866-09-15
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CALIFORNIA.
A TRIAL OF A SEA CAPTAIN.

A TRIAL OF SbA tAfIAINs
SAN FRANCISCO sept. l4.Ihe first piece OF silk goods
made in California was received at the State Fair at Saera
mentO yesterday.
The trial of Capt Charles X. Nichols, for aiding and
abeng in the beating Of Charles Storm, seaman the
ship Reuben during the voyage from New.York to San
Francisco, is progressing in the United States Dis
trict Court. The testimony is conflicting two negroes
swearing strongly one way, and the captain swearing
strongly the other way The has been continued
procure another witness
Mining StOcks.-Ycl0w jacket, S'Of ODhlr s2l5i En-
pife Mill, ST. Legal renders. lin
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1866-09-15
RUSSIA.

FAREWELL BANQUET TO THE UNITED STATES EN-
BAsSY.
ST PETERSBURG, Thursday. Sept. 10. 1896.
farewell banquet was given to-day to the Ameri-
can Embassy. Assistant Secretary Fox and several
United States naval officers were present. Count
Gorchakoff made speech expressive of the hope
that the era of good faith now prevailing between
Russia and the United States may be permanent, and
stating that therewas danger of its being consid-
cred as menace to other nations.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1866-09-15
TURKEY.

FRANCE AND ENGLAND OPPOSE THE ACQUISITION OF
TERRITORY BY THE UNITED STATES.
PAms Thursday Sept 10. ls66
The Journal dss DcIats Of to-day states that the
French and English Governments have conformity
made an acre representation to the Sultan OF Turkey
against the acquisition by the United States Govern
mcnt Of an island in the Gulf of 0sina.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1866-09-15
BOAT SUNK.

ROCHESTER, Sept. l4-Ihe boat A. NJ Hitchcock %
Buffalo, with 500 bushels Of corn, was swamped last
night in the third lock below this city, and stu lies there
The lock chokcd, and the bank above overfowcd,
causing some damage. Navigation is suspended, but VIII
probably be resumed tomorrow.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1866-09-15
FRIGHTFUT ACCIDENT Ar JOHNSTOWY,

SEVEN OR EIGHT PERSONS KILLED AND UPWARD:
OF NINETY woUSDED-A HEART-RENDING SCENE
JomYsrowY, Pa, Sept lA.-Ihepublic road bridge
at this place broke down to-day with crowd Of people on ii
who had assembled the Presidents party -Four or five
are said to be killed. and 30 or 40 wounded.
Special Dispatch to The n Y. Tribune.
PITTSBURGH Sept Mr.. Seward is dangerously III 80
night.
FURTHER PARTICULARS.
HARRlsBURG Sept lL-Flom accounts received tonight
appears that the accident today at Joanstown was Of th
most amentah and fatal character The platform erected
over the canal was Is feet long and from IS Is feet wide
Several hundred persons standing at the time th
train arrived with the Presidential party 1t broke in
ter and as consequence Its occupants precipitated
the ground of nboGt % feet The FINDERS and huma
beings mixed up promiscuousy oil falling in confuse,
mass Tie giving way II the structure witnessed frou
the cars but there could not at that time be esceraned
thing like approximation Of the extent OF the damage Col
OBerne Deputy. Marshal OF tho District Of Columbia no
NAMED tho request Of the President to render such assist
ance as might be necessary. This he did Mr. Murphy
OF Washington also rendering valuable assistance
The Colonel supcrnterded the carrying from the wreck the
victims and placing them IN wagons TO be conveyed e
their homes Some had both arms and legs broken, and
others were injured to less extent with confused
heads and severe bruises Seven eight persons werC
killed. while this evening six or more are in
diving condition. About ninety persons were severely
and large number were slightly injured. Col oBerne saw
tho bodies OF two girls aged apparently II years also those
of two women and three The friends Of the unior
tunate parties hurried to the scene frantic with grief
Mothers with children in their arms were seeking
their Kindred. In fact the entire population were
gathered around the distressing anxousy looking
or nqurng friends relations Physicians Sent
for and 70 arrived from Pittsburgh 1t is said the President
has contributed literally those rendered helpless by th
.ad calamity.