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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
RESTITUTION.

In the United States District Court, Judge
Underwood presiding, sittingat Alexandra, the
confiscation case of the United States vs. j. H.
McYeigh was taken up, and Mr.. McVeigh pro-
ducing pardon from the President, all further
proceedings were dismissed. This action of the
court releases to Mr.. McV, all of his property
which has not been actually sold, and which in
cludes the large dwelling on the corner of st.
Asaph and Cameron streets, occur led by Freed
mems Bureau, and the building next adjoining
occupied by VIM. d. Massey. A large part Of
the property, however, had previously gone
through the court and its confscation bureau
1t is said that Judge Underwood who decreed
the confscation of some of the McVeigh prop
erty, lives in one of the tenements No Won
der the Radicals want the war renewed
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04

SUMMARY OF FOREIGN NEws.-We have adj
vices says the Baltimore, Gazette, from Europe
by the cable to the S0th ult. The Empress
Carlotta has gone to Rome ona visit to the Pope
The treaty of peace between Austria and Italy
was to be signed in the course of day or two,
and negotiations for commercial treaty be-
tween the two countries were then to be COM
menced. The Kings of Hanover and Saxony
are about to take up their residence at Vienna
The King of Saxony will abdicate in favor of
his son. The Queen of Hanover refuses to quit
the Kingdom. A difficulty has arisen between
the Turkish authorities at the Island of Cyprus
and the United States Consul. 1t has assumed
so serious an aspect that United States ship
of war has been sent to Cyprus.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
HARPER'S FERRY.


We hope Mr.. Latham, our representative in
Congress, will not fail at the next session to
urge the sale of the Armory property at Har-
per's Ferry, with view to its use for factories.
1t is probably the most valuable site in
the United States for manufacturing pur-
poses. The water-power is sufficient for half
a dozen factories, such as woollen, cotton, and
paper mills The position is favorable for all
the necessary supplies for such establishments,
and the facilities for transportation give the
place great advantages.
We feel some regret at seeing the Armory
dispensed with, being for nearly our lifetime
an object of interest, but as Congress seems de-
termined not to continue the manufacture of
arms at that point, the community will feel
recompenSed by the erection of such works as
we suggest The expenditure for the Armory
yearly did not exceed $50, 900. 1t may be
quite as much monthly from the factories sug-
gested. The attention of capitalists has already
been attracted to this place, and we doubt not
the competition viii be quite active,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
THE AMENDMENTS.

Advices from Washington state that the
President adheres to his opinion that no amend
ments to the Constitution should be proposed
or made until all the States are represented in
Congress.
1t is further stated that the President viii in
sist on the immediate admission Of loyal and
legally qualified representatives from all the
non-represented States, in order that Congress
may be enabled to prepare such amendments
as the condition Of the country demand. He
will likewise recommend that when Congress
is in accordance with this view Of the require
ments Of the constitution, amendments may be
prepared adopting the questions Of representa-
ton and taxation to meet the chsnged condition
of the country. 1t Is also understood that the
President viii embody in his message, as a sug-
gestion to Congress, the two propositions for
amendment submitted last winter in the report
cd conversation with Senator Dixon. A cor
rected and revised copy Of the propositions for
amendment is herewith sent, as follows;
Representatives shall beapportionedam,nc
the several States which may be included with
in this Union according TO the number Of quail
fed male voters, as prescribed by each State
Direct taxes shall be apportioned among the
several States which may be included within
this Union according tothe valueof all property
subject 10 taxation in each State This amend
ment not TO take effect, until the census of 1870
shall have been taken"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04


This redoubtable hero, who has no blood on
his skirts, excep, that of his own troops, shed
at Big Bethel, and in the forks of the James
and Appomat,ox. is tbirsting for the blood OF
a rebel.-(Fee, faw fun p In his speech at the
Pittsburg Convention he was particularly saw
age on Gen. Lee. lie wants him hung COPYRIGHT,
and with him some dozen or more leading
rebels.
The question arises, in reading Buffers phi
lippic, why it is that he did not, when within
rifle shot, bottle up Lee, instead Of allowing
himself to be bottled up as Gen. Grant said he
was Il would have been decidedly more
chivalrc in the hero Of Big Bethel to have
closed in upon the object Of his spite when near
him, than to be now firing at long range from
the forks Of the Allegheny and Monongahela
rivers. He gives the walls Of Davis's prison
much heavier shots than he did those of Fort
Fisher.
Butler uses al capiaRdl,m phrases well cal
culated to excite the multitude on the subject
Of treason. Yet, in the midst Of his bitter de-
nunciations against traitors, he declares that as
soldier he does not wish to be harsh. Oh, no
This puissant soldier is never harsh except
when his adversary is far distant.
He descants upon the odiousness Of treason
most glibly, yet forgets that the honor or shame
of a revolt depends upon the result. If sue
cessful, the leader is hero-if not, he is a
perjured criminal When George Washington
disregarded the oath he had taken as a British
officer, and became the leader Of a rebellion, he
and his companions were branded as traitors
by the sovereign against whom they revolted
but when successful, and he took prisoners, and
had the means of retaliation in his hands, the
ban Of traitor was withdrawn, and his enc
mics were glad to treat with him as a bellger-
ent, just as Federal commanders treated with
rebel commanders. Hanging was no longer the
penalty for treason. His name has come down
to posterity as the father of his Comtry-hon-
ored the world over.
If General Washington had failed, his name
would have gone into history as perJured man
who had broken his allegiance to a lawful SOW
ereign. Now it is hailed as one on the bright
est page of his country's annals. If Davis and
Lee had succeeded, their names would have
been rescued from the infamy of an UPRIGHT
eous revolt, justified by that portion of our De-
claration Of Independence which inculcates it
as a duty to rebel and change rulers whenever
oppression becomes intolerable. Butler had,
therefore, as well bottle up bis wrath. Neither
Davis nor Lee viii be hung-the great body of
the American people are not vindictive towards
a fallen adversary in the one case, nor are they
disposed toviOlatethe faithof thenation pledged
by Gen. Grant in the other.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
DIR. John A. Straith.

DIR. JOHN A. SrRAIrH, having been elected to a
Chair in the College of Medicine, at Baltimore, the
{" University of Mary lame" removed to that place
on Tuesday last
This community, by the removal of DR.. s., has
sustained a loss well nigh irreparable. He re-
garded for his attachments in his profession and his
untiring and gentle attentions to the afflicted In
the army his service was appreciated, as evidenced
by his rise from the ranks Of the private soldier
through the intermediate grades of the medical
staff, to the position of Corps Surgeon. The Uni
versty Of Maryland may be congratulated on this
accession to its corps Oft able Professors.
Our best wishes attend DR.. Straith, always.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
Jacob Custer.

Jacob Custer.
We publish elsewhere in this issue, the Card of
Mr.. JACOB CUSTER, by which itappears he disclaims
having been participant in the so-called Conven-
ton of the Radical clique, at Shepherdstown on the
18th of August.
Our information as to his presence there was i'm
parted by the official proceedings of said conclave,
from which we reproduce the following resolution
{" Resolred, That Warner A. Thomson, and JA-
COB CUSTER, of Osborn Township, and j. j. San
born of Charlestown, being the only representatives
from their respective districts should be entitled to
cast the whole vote of their Townships"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
PUBLIC SALE.


rT,HE subscriber will offer at public sale, at his
place of business on Shenandoah Street, at
HAEFER'S FERRY,
ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER oh 1866,
At 10 o'clock, A. NJ, the following
PROPERTY:
-Four good Work Horses
One Mare,-works every way in harness !;
Two Ambu!ances One Carryall, with
Pole and Shafts:
One open-top and two top BUGGIES;
One heavy Sulky; sets Single Buggy
Harness; One set Double Carriage-Harness;
Six Saddles, in complete order
Two Side-Saddes, in good order;
Six Brides; Six Halters, and
One excellent Feed Cutter.
TERMS OF ABOVE SALE:
Nine months credit will be given on all sums
over Twenty Dollars, bond and approved Sc
curity being given; under that amount the
Cash will be required on the day of sale.
/ will also offer at the same place on the
afternoons and Erenings of Friday and
SATURDAY, 18th and 18th inst, at 3 and
o'clock, at public sale, my entire stock of
Ready-Made Clothing,
Consisting, in part, of 0ver-Coats, Dress and
Business Coats, Pantaloons, Vests, Under and
Over Shirts, Hats, Caps, Boots and Shoes, and
other things too tedious 10 mention.
Ri" Terms of this latter sale will be CASH
when the goods are knocked down.
MATTHEW QUINN.
October 4, 1S66-1t.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
Base Ball Clubs.


Our town is prolific of Base Ball Clubs-al-
ready three organizations for the enjoyment of this
heathful sport. The clubs will stimulate each other
and we shall soon, doubtless, have some fine exhibit
tons.
The " Jefferson club was formed few days ago.
We have not been furnished the details of its organ
zation. The "0ld Dominion" numbers about
twenty-five members. and is admirably ofiicered.-
Arthur w. Hawks, President; b. d. Avis, Vice
President; w. W. Rowan, Sec'y.; w. S. Mason,
Treasurer G. Bell Mason and G. N. Moore, LIST
and 2nd Captains; Charles Starry and George
Craighill, second LIST, and second End.
Below We give the proceedings of meeting, at
the request of the Club:
At meeting of the 's0ld Dominion" Base Ball
Club, ON Friday evening, Sept. 2Sth the following
gentlemen were unanimously elected Honorary
Members of the club Maj. w. j. Hawks, Maj. g.
w. 7. Kearsley, Capt. j. w. Rowan, Capt. John
Avis, Capt. Z. II. Campbell, DR.. G. +. Mason, DIR.
w. +. Lippitt, DR.. Jno. ID. Starry, w. w. b. Gal
Iaher, w. N. Craighill, W. II. Travers, and Geo.
w. Sader.
Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays were selected
for playing, at which times full attendance is desi
rable.
There will be meeting of the Club on Friday
evening, October 5th, at = o'clock.
BY order of the President
w. w. ROWAN, Sec'y.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04

AssIGNMENT.-The President and Directors
of the National Express and Transportation
Company made an assignment on the goth al
timO of all their property and assets for the
benefit OF its creditors. The company will con-
tinue business under the deed of assignment I'M
til the list of Nov, unless sooner stopped by
creditors whose claims have matured In the
meantime regular meeting of the Directors
will he held when an effort will be made to re-
organize the Company.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
Sale Memoranda.

Tan Yard Property on Saturday, October 9th,
by Isaac Fouke, Esq, Agent.
Personal Property, on Monday, October sth, by
Mrs. II. n. Smith, near Summit Point.
Personal Property, by Mr.. Matthew Quinn, at
Harper's Ferry, on Tuesday, October 9th.
Personal Property, by Neer 4 Swingle, at Har-
per's Ferry, on Wednesday, Oct. 10th.
Personal Property, at Jordan's Springs, on Tues
day, October 10th.
"ThorD Hill" beautiful residence, and 700 a
ores of Rockbridge land, near Lexington, on the
9Th of November.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
A CARD
TO THE CITIZENS OF JEFFERSON COUNTY.

VNHE Undersigned a candidate for the Coun-
i ty Recordership, and being informedby seve-
raj friends that report has gained prevalence
will deputize other parties to perform the SER
vices, begs leave to inform all whom he may
not have an opportunity of seeing in person,
that the report is totally unfounded, and, if e.
lected, he will give the Office his personal and
undivided attention, and endeavor TO discharge
the duties fairly and impartially to all classes,
without the aid of deputy.
Sept. 5. 1866. S. V. b. STRIDER.
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Notice.

rTNHE Books and Accounts of REDM4N 4 GLIB
son, late proprietors of the % Carter House,
have been placed in my hands, by Mr, Kedman
surviving partner, and George w. Eichelberger
ESQ.,, Administrator of James ID. Gibson, deceased,
for settlement. Parties knowing themselves in
debted to the above requested to make imme-
date payment and save costs.
WILLIAM II. TRAYERS.
Charlestown, October 4, ls66-3tE
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
Horses, Mules, Cattle, Sheep, Fa
Hogs, and Stock Hogs,
The Independent Democrat"
TO BE RE-ESTABLiSHED.
EXTRAORDINARY INDUCEMENTS TO SUB
SCRIBE!
a Valuable Private Resi-
dRnee.
IN CHARLEsTOwY, VIRGINIA,

IN CHARLEST0WN, VIRGINIA,
Ctontaining nine well finished rooms, with kitch-
I en- and an other necessary buildings attached.
together with large and productive Garden, viii
be given n bonus to subscribers!
The Material, Press and Fixtures OF the " indie
pendent Democrat" having been destroyed during
the war, have not been able since to re-establlsh
il. DESTROYS however of doing so, and believing
the time has come when IL once more strike
trenchant blows Of yore, in defence OF Constitu-
tonal liberty and in resistance to that fell spirit OF
puritanism which seeks b iasten on our body poll
tic the upas of in6delsm and socialistic equality,
and believing that stirring times before Us, in
which The stability IL republican government will
be tested, am anxious 10 launch the Democrat
once more in def.Bcc of the Union and the Consti-
tuition.
shall make as one Of the speciatics of the Demo
crai the publication in successive numbers Of tho
rolls Of all the military organizations which were
rasedin the Valley during the late gigantic contest
thus preserving in durable form, the names OF all
those whose heroic but fruitless exploits, will live
TO the end of time
In order to obtain the means 30 reissue the "Dcm-
ocrat" propose TO issue $500 certificates OF sub
scripton at So each the holders OF these certificates
to be entitled TO years subscription On the pa
per, and a chance to secure as free gilt the above
named valuable property Theaward ct ownership
of the property will be perfectly impartial, and will
be conducted by three disintercsted gentleman Sc
lected BY the subscribers present.
The decision 10 be made on the premises the Isl
day of January, ls67-at which time deed in fec
simple for the property will be made 10 the subscr
Der adjudged entitled Ia il by the committee, and
full possession given the LIST Of April, 1861.
Nc No subscription is required 10 be paid until
the whole is subscribed ofwhich due notice will DO
giych."
fletcher A. 1864
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
A CARD.

MIR. GALLAHER: In the last number Of your
Nl paper it is stated that was one of three per-
sons "who about month ago assembled in Shep-
herdstown denominatng themselves Convention
to nominate a candidate for prosecuting Attorney
in place Of Henry Berry, Esq. Now beg merely
to state that attended no Convention at Shepherds
town at that time for that any other political pur
pose, having enough TO do TO attend to my own pri
yate and individual business.
Give this an insertion in your next issue, and o.
blige aHT JACOB CUSTER.
October l, 1866.
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LOCAL SUMMARY
scrhe ,alled Jade SIN winces.s

The "Spirit'' editor is yet sore under the castis
cation he received from the Rev. Mr.. Barnes two
weeks ago, and is now venting his spleen Upon the
Free Press The fact is, the portrait which the
lecturer drew of ooneeited ass, In his reply TO the
sapient Critic was true, and yet so little comp-
neuary, that we do not at all wonder at the with
ings and contortions which contemplation of the
picture produced. The critic in his first effusion
referred to the fact that Barnes had left the place
before his notice of the Spirit appeared. That may
be- but this Is osetted by the fact that B. was alb
sent when the silly criticism upon his lecture APP
peared. This complaint is in the true braggadocia
tone. The writer is rampant because preacher
is so far OF that he cannot take
upon himl True chivalry this, but there were
many opportunities within the last few years, in
which the pot-valiant editor might have broken a
lance, if his valor had not been of the Bob Acres
quality, oozing out at the ends of his fingers.
He confesses to shame +" in the case. IT'S mat
ter of wonder to this community that any thing can
bring natarat blush to his cheeks.
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FIVE THOUSAND
Dollars Worth OfPerSonal
PROPERTY
AT PUBLIC SALE!

WITH the view Of renovating and re-furnish-
w ing Jordan's Springs, will sell, at public
sale, On TUESDAY, OCTOBER I6, 1866,
At Jordan's White Sulphur Springs, FIVE miles
northeast Of Winchester, the following
PERSONAL PROPERTY:
Several fine Mich Cows, Young Cattle;
Horses, Two Carriages, Two Wagons;
One fine Sewing Machine, nearly new;
A large number Of New Beds, Mattrassesj
Bedsteads. Bedclothing of all kinds;
Towels, Tables, Wasbstands, Lounges, Settees,
Chairs, Looking Glasses Wash Bowls;
Pitchers, Glasses, Goblets,
Stoves, Cooking Utensils, and other articles of
Furnitnre
Table WARE, Of all kind.-searly all of
tcbich u neB,
large lot Of Leather, lot Of Grated Apple
Trees Also, lot Of Good BACON.
TERMS OF SALE;
All sums Of $40 and ander, Casi, over $40, cred
it of six months with interest from the date, the
purchasers to give notes with good security. The
purchasers may pay all the money down if they
choose % do so.
GS~Sale to commence at o'clock, A. NJ, iffair.
and to continue from day to day until all shall be
sold. E. c. JORDAN,
October 4, 1866: Jordan's Springr.
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StauntOn Spectator.

The above named paper, regarded as one of the
most ably conducted journals in the State, has re-
Gently appeared enlarged, and In a new dress. thus
giving evidence of its increasing popularity and
prosperity.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
Conservative County Convention

The Conservative Voters of the different Town
ships OF Jefferson County, earnestly urged OF
hold Township Meetings. and appoint DELEGATES ~
County Convention, to be held at Chariestown.
On Saturday, the 9Th day of October merit.
For the purpose of nominating candidates for the
House of Delegates, and for the various County
Offices to be filled at the approaching election.
JOHN w. KENNEDY
Sept. %, 1866. Ch'm Executive Com.
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Special Notices.


DIR. y. ". SIMMONS, 3
HAvING permanently located "a
III here, tenders his Professional Z
Services 10 the citizens of jefferson az l7{Y
and adjoining counties in all opera OISx15
tons pertaining to DENTAL SURGERY. After
an experience nearly ten years, he sconhdent
that he can please all who favor hin with their pa
tronage. ARTIFICIAL TEETH, mounted upon
English and American Rubber, in the very best
manner and guaranteed to give satisfaction.
Nv Terms shall be moderate, and made known
previous to operating if desired. He can be found
at all times during the day at his Office in the CAR
TER HOUSE, Charlestown, Va
fUnexceptionable references given when desired.
July &c, 1s66-1y.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04

The LOST CAUsE.-Fifty thousand copies of
+. A. Pollard's Lost Cause" are said to have
been sold within one month after publication.
This is an instance, at least, of the success of
Southern book,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04

a FEARFUL Visitation of Providence happen
ed at Chicago on Saturday last. a tailor, from
Germany, named Lubenheimer, residing on the
north side, was accused Of having stolen some
money. which he positively denied, calling up
on God tostrike him dead if he was not speak
ing the truth. The fearful imprecation had
hardly been uttered before he fell to the floor
dead man.-NeIc York Times
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04

Col. b. II. SMITH, Conservative Candidate for
Governor, will speak in Charlestown, on Thursday.
October llth, and in Martinsburg, on Friday, 18th
of October, 1866
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
GOdey's Lady's Book.

The October No. of this popular Lady's Book
contains, besides its usual quantum of interesting
reading matter, beautiful steel engraving, and a
highly eolored Fashion plate of Fancy Costumes
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04

At the solicitation of many friends, hereby an
nounce myself rs candidate for the office Of Prose
cutting Attorney for this County, at the ensuing
election. JOHN o. ONNELL.
Harper's Ferry. Sept l3, 1866.
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WHISPERS, WHISPERS.

DIR. l.. u. MoSTEz' Corroiia, the greatest stimula-
tor in the world, will force Whiskers or Mustaches
10 grow on the smoothest face or Chin never known
to fail. Sample for trial sent free to any desi
rous of testing its merits. Address, REEVES q Co.,
70 Nassau ST., n. Y. lAug Is, '66-3m.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04

An old offender was recently introduced to
new country Justice, as John Simmons, alias
Jones, alias Smith. "I'l try the two women
first, said the Justice, bring in Alice Jones u
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
Potatoes.

Our friend, Capt B. B. WELSH, has given us
mess of " Carter" Potatoes-beautiful specimens of
fine crop secured by him. Persons wishing sup
ply of these superior Potatoes may be accommoda-
ted by calling upon Mr. Welsh
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
Zepher Puff.

The favor of package of the aforenamed brand
of Smoking Tobacco, enables us to speak favorably
of it, and to commend the establishment of Mr.. J.
H. HAINEs to the lovers of the Tweed" He keeps
on hand full supply of the choicest Tobaccos, Sc
gars Snuffs, &c.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04
Candidate.

A the solicitation of some of my friends, offer
~ myself as a Candidate for the office of ASSES
THOS. W. GREEN.
August 0, ls66-tf.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-10-04

r P.w. BALCH will be supported as an indie
| 4. pendent Union Candidate for the office OF
Prosecuting Attorney, for the County of Jefferson,
at the ensuing election, by
Sept 20, 1866. MANY VOTERS.
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Rev. Mr. Hopkins.

The Rev. A. C. HOPKINS, called to the charge of
the Presbyterian Church of this town, is expected
to enter upon his duties the present week. and will
preach on Sabbath next, Cd. W
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!. Thorn HILL

sThOFn HILL"
Our columns, this week, contain an advertisement
of Thorn Hill, the late beautiful residence ofGen.
E. F. PAXTON, situated y miles from the town Of
Lexington. See advertisement.