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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30
THE PRESIDENTIAL VISIT.

President johnson and his escort, consisting
OF Secretaries Seward and Welles, Gen. Grant,
Admiral Farragut, and other notables, left
Washington on Tuesday morning, and were
welcomed in an appropriate style at Baltimore
and Philadelphia, resting at the latter place
from P. NJ. on Tuesday until Wednesday
morning.
The party will probably arrive at Chicago on
the Sd. The ceremony of laying the corner
stone of the Douglas Monumentwill take place
on the 9th September.
Wherever the trains stopped for minute or
two, to take up and land passengers at the sta
tons along the route, large numbers OF people
were congregated, who manifested their respect
for the President by loud and enthusiastic huz-
zas. Gen. Grant and other distinguished per-
sonages in the cars were also loudly cheered-
When the train arrived at Annapolis Junction
the excursionists were joined by Governor
Swami. Generals Berry and Kenly, and Colonel
Leary and others. who had left Baltimore IN
special train. Some brief but cordial saiuta-
tons here took place between the Governor and
staff and the Presidents party, when all were
again on the way to Baltimore.
Shortly before the arrival OF the tram Mayor
Chapman. accompanied by the heads OF the
municipal departments, the members OF the
City Council and the committee of citizens, en-
tered the depot building and formed IN line
upon the platform. When all were out OF the
cars. Governor Swami, taking the President
by the arm advanced along the platform, and
introduced him to his Honor, Mayor Chapman,
who welcomed him in the following remarks:
Mr.. President AS the representative of the
CITY of Baltimore, and on behalf OF the corpo-
ration. tender you, sir, a cordial and hearty
welcome to our city. We regret your stay is
of so limited character, but trust that on your
return to the national capital you may be en-
abled to spend longer period among us.
The President replied as follows:
Mr. Mayor / thank you, sir, not only for
myself, but for the distinguished gentlemen
who accompany me, for your warm welcome
to your beautiful city / beg you, sir, to be-
Geve that fully appreciate your KIND welcome.
After a few moments spent in conversation
during which the President was engaged in talk
ing with the Rev. Henry Slicer, d. d., anold ac-
quaintance, the party proceeded up the plat
form through the main hall, where the artille-
nv band from Fort McIIenry was stationed,
and which sercnaded the President and party
in passing to the front of the depot on Camden
street where the barouches, under the charge
of Mason and Turner, were in waiting. On
making his appearance on the steps of the
building, an immense shout Of welcome rent
the air from the dense crowd, who were with
difficulty kept back by the police The Pres
ident. with head uncovered, acknowledged the
plaudits of the people, and on taking his seat
in the private equipage of Mr.. j. j. Bankard,
was compelled to bow repeatedly to the pro-
longed manifestations of appreciation from the
people which reached him.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30
EUROPEAN INTELLIGENCE.
Latest via Atlantic Telegraph.
TREATY or PEACE SIGNED.

LONDON, August -Noon-AdviceS have
been received to-day in official circles, announ-
cling that treaty of peace between Prussia,
Italy, Austria, and Bavaria was concluded by
the plenipotentiaries in session at Prague on
Thursday last. The treaty was officially sign
ed by the plenipotentiaries in behalf of their
respective governments on the same day.
Among the provisions of the treaty is one
that troops now at different points shall evacu-
ate their positions and retire to their respective
homes within three weeks.
PRAGUE, August 25-P M.-The cession of
Venetia to Italy is fully accomplished. Before
the treaty of peace between Prussia, Austria,
Italy, and Bavaria was signed Austria fairly
and unequivocaly coded yenetia to Victor
Emanuel.
ST. PETERSBURG, August 26.-The United
States naval officers met with hearty recep-
ton on their route to Moscow, where they were
received with distinguished honors and enter
tanned at great banquet.
At Novgorod they were also the recipients
of similar attentions and honored with grand
dinner
The Russian Government has repealed the
edict of martial law in the southern provinces
of the Empire.
BERLIN, Monday evening, August 27.-In-
formation has been received here which indu-
ces the general belief that the articles of the
treaty of peace signed at Prague are almost
identical with the original preliminares to peace
interchanged at Nicholsburg on the Goth of
July. The details of the treaty will not be
made public, however, until it is ratified by all
the parties involved
The latest news by the cable is that the Treaty
of Peace between Prussia and Austria has been
signed.
At banquet given by the Emperor of Rus
STA to the American officers, the Gar gave
toast highly complimentary to the United States.
Mr. Fox, late Assistant Secretary of the Navy,
in response, was eminently laudatory of the
Emperor's government, and of the system a.
dopted by him which has bound his subjects
so closely to him
PRAGUE, Monday, August 27.-The treaty of
peace made by the Plenipotentiaries of Prussia
and Austria has been ratified by the King of
Prussia, and is now en- route to this city for ex-
change.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

A METEoRIc SHOWER ExPEcTED.-Many Of
our readers well remember the great meteoric
shower of November, 1888, which was visible
throughout North America. These meteoric
showers are said by astronomers to be periodi-
cal, returning at intervals of about 33 years
Professor Newton, of Yale College, who has de-
voted much time to the investigation of the
subject, states that similar phenomenon will
probably occur about the IL or 18th of Novem-
Der next, and so confident are astronomers gen.
orally that it will then appear, that extensive
preparations are being made by scientific men
in Europe to observe it. But thirteen appear
ances of metcoric showers are recorded since
the year 903.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

RAILROAD CoILIsIoS.-NEw YORK, August
PA train, loaded with petroleum, ON the
Erie Railway, collided with another train yes
terday near Morrowsburg, New Jersey, when
the petroleum caught fire and destroyed the
whole train. Three dwellings and four other
buildings and some $4,000 feet of lumber, adj
jacent to the burning train, were also destroyed.
A Mr.. Williams, whilst endeavoring to rescue
his two children, was, with them, fatally burn
cd. His wife jumped from the second story
window to escape the flames and Immediately
gave birth to child. The conductor Of tho
train was also badly burned. The loss by the
fire is estimated at $4,000.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30
Murdered by Negroes.

A painful rumor was in circulation in Column
bus on Tuesday week, that the two daughters
of Rev. Mr.. Porter, Methodist minister, were
murdered by two freedmen, near Doko, on Sun
day afternoon week. The young ladies went
to Baptist protracted meeting at the above
place, and not returning at late hour, search
was made for them, when they were found in
the woods, a short distance from the road, one
of the unfortunate girls being quite dead
and the other just able to articulate two ne
groes," when she, tooexpircd.
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PARKERsBURa CONVENTION

The following is the Platform adopted by the
Convention held in Parkersburg, West Virgin
ia, by the Conservatives
Resolced, That we heartily approve and en-
dorse the declaration of principles and address
of the National Union Convention recently as
sembled at the city of Philadelphia.
Resolved, That we pledge ourselves, as we
have repeatedly done heretofore, to maintain
the State of West Virginia in its integrity.
Resolred, That the many unconstitutional,
unwise and oppressive measures Of the party
which is now in possession of the legislative
and executive powers Of the State, merit the
unqualified disapprobation of every one who
honestly desires the welfare of West Virginia,
and the maintenance Of free principles and good
government therein.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30
CONGRESSIONAL ELECTIONS.

Careful calculations made by close observers
in such matters give cheering view Of the
prospect Of a conservative gain of fifty men,
bers Of the next Congress, principally in Penn
sylyania and New York. The halfof this gain
viii break the Radical wv, thirds in the House
of Representatives, condition of things which
enabled them to disregard with impunity all
constitutional restrictions.
AS an evidence of the alarm felt by the Rad
icals in Pennsylvania as to the Congressional
results, it is stated that they are now willing to
give up the Governorship if they can make a
trade for Congressman. Every township in the
State is carefully canvaSsed beforehand and
the result can be calculated with something APP
preaching certainty. The Conservatives are
confident Of glorious success.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30
SUPERVISORS COURT.

The Board of Supervisors met in Shepherds
town, Aug. goth, at 10 o'clock The follow
ing members present: James Logic, President;
Supervisors McCurdy, Reed, Fossett, Spangler
and Butler.
Ordered, That Thomas Rutherfords bond for
$500 without security, for the faithful perfor-
nance of bis duties as Director and Superin-
tendent of the Charlestown and Berryvile road,
be accepted by the Board.
Supervisor McCurdy moved that L. W. WASH
ington be released from paying taxes on his
farm for the year 1865, said farm being in pos
session of the U. S. Government during the
year 1865. The President called the yeas and
nays. Yeas-McCurdy, Butler, Reed and Fos-
sett. Nays--Spangler.
r. w. Baylor, late treasurer of the Board of
School Commissioners of Jefferson county, made
the following report:
Amt received S3,778.G6a
Amt paid out
as per vouchers S4l5347
Balance due r.
W. Baylor, 974,sO1
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

DEATH OF PRIEsT.-John Joseph Byrne,
one of the first gradutcs that came over from
the American Theological Academy at Rome,
died few days ago, at the Episcopal residence,
adjoining the Cathedral, on Eighteenth street,
between Race and Vine He was young man
of considerable ability, and was an assistant
officiating priest at the Cathedral. His death
was caused by consumption.
Philadelphia Inquirer.
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A Convention Of the Conservative voters of
The State of West Virginia was held at Par
kersburg on Wednesday week. The Conven-
Hon placed in nomination the following ticket:
For Governor,
COL. B. H. SMITH, of Kanawha.
Secretary of State,
JUDGE j. W. KENNEDY, of jefferson.
Auditor,
CAPT. PETER DARNEL.
Treasurer,
CAPT. J. 8. BURDETT
Attorney General,
n. RICHARDSON, of Wheeling.
Supreme Court,
CALEB BOGGESS.
For Congress-First District,
COL. D. d. JOHNSON, of Tyler
Second District.
MAI. E. w. ANDREWS, Of Berkeley.
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AN EXPLANATION WANTED.

In the proceedings officially given by 90
seph Barry, Secretary" of the so-called Con-
vention of the Radicals, held in Shepherdstown
on the 18th instant, we find published in the
Martinsburg Union, the following resolution !:
"Resolred, That we are opposed to the course
pursued by the Executive Of the United States,
in his mode and policy of reconstruction, and
that Andrew Johnsonis no longer worthy of the
support of the great Union party that electedhim
tothe second office within the gift of the people"
In the report of the same meeting, publish
ed in the Shepherdstown Register, over the sig
natures of Joseph A. Chapine, as Chairman,
and Joseph Barry, Secretary, the above resolu-
ton is omitted Was the resolution designed
for the atmosphere of Berkeley, only, where
radicalism preponderates largely, whilst the
people of Jefferson are to be kept in the dark
An explanation is called for.
AT the meeting it was
Resolred, That Warner A. Thomson and
Jacob Custer, of Osborn Township, and j. j.
Sanborn, of Charlestown, being the only repre-
sentatives from their respective districts, should
be entitled to cast the tehOle vote of their Town
ships"
We would ask, who are the constituents of
Messrs. Thomson, Custer and Sanborn for
at the last election Mr.. Sanborn received but
seren votes, electing him Justice in the Charles
town Township, whilst but one vote was cast
in the Osborn Township suspected to be W.
A. Thomson's) for the odious Registration A
mendment.
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LOCAL SUMMARY
Mail stage Line.

Among the ''institutioAs7 worthy Of special mo-
tice, is "whest's Mail Stage Line" connecting
Charlestown and Berryville by daily Stages, and
affording to passengers such accommodations as
they have not heretofore enjoyed The Coaches
are c0mmouiuus, nznusomeIy nnnnea, ana drawn
by good teams, under the personsl direction Of Mr.
Ed. Smith, well known for his fondness for good
horses, and who devotes his time to them, prinei-
pally for his own qualification and Amusement
At Berryville the Coaches arrive and depart from
the Union Hotel Of Mr.. A. j. Hartford, where the
guests fare sumptuously every day. Mr. II. is ono
of the few men who know how to "keep HOTEL
He is courteous, liberal, crgetic.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30
Horse Thief, &c.

Jn classy, Of the 18th Pennsylvania Cavalry,
after steai Dg Coat from Mr.. Charles Warner, and
the robbery Of Bonnet from colored man, at
tempted to make of with horse belonging to Mr..
James Z. johnson, but discovered in the act chase
was given, and the thief made good his escape
These things occurred within a few hours on Sat
urdsy evening last.
As this man seems to have q mania for roguery,
II would be well for our citizens to keep sharp ego
on him, and sererai other snpieioms ehoraoer.--
names not mentioned for prndenfoi reasons.
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Advertise.

If you lose anything, advertise 1t. If you have
anything to sell, ADVERTISED. hyou want to buy,
advertise.
The Horses, strsyed or stolen, belonging to Mr.
G. w. Chase, and advertised by us through Hand
Bills on Tuesday evening, were recovered on yes
terdaY. Advertise.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

PARDoNED-Thc President has granted par
djns to the following persons in West Virginia
VIM. B. Buster, Fayctte county; John W.
Garvin and John G. Mcdonald, Hampshire /;
J.H. l.. Hunter, Andrew Aldridge, il. w.
Castleman, Jacob G. Rinehart. Isaac IL. Strider
and Francis Yates, Of Jefferson S. A. Miller, OF
Kanawha Aaron B. Young, of Lewis; and
Paul Mcneil, Shelton Clark, and Joseph Beard,
of Pocahontas.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

Two guerillas were arrestedin Southern Ken
lucky few days ago while plying their voca-
ton by robbing house where an old and in
firm couple resided alone. A party Of young
men, who were out hunting, heard scream is
suing from the house, and, entering, secured
the rufians after desperate fight, during which
one guerilla was shot four times and seriously
wonnded
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

JEFFERSON DAvIs.-The New York Herald's
Washington correspondent says he has excel
lent authority for stating that Mr.. Davis will
be released on bail or parole soon, holding him
self amenable to the process of the the court
which is expected to dispose of his case in Octo-
her
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

LYNcHED.-A fellow named John Golightly
was recently hung by some Of the citizens of
Pickens District, South Carolina, for horse
stealing. Judge Lynch who has not been idle
since the close Of the war, seems to be the only
representative of law and justice who clearly
understands the best method of Kidding the
country of such rascals.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

The effects of the American Telegraph Com
panv and the National Express Company at
Atlanta, Georgia, together with three or four
buildings, were destroyed by ire on Sunday
nioht last
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

Mr.. JSo. +. SHArLL will please accept our thanks
for two bushe bag full of Vegetables Of extra siro
and quality.
We are also indebted IN Mr. JOSEPH N. Bows
for several mammoth Beets-the largest almost tho
size Of peck measure.
We trust those Of our friends who do not grow
vegetables so large will not be discouraged, but
will send in their contributions. We are fond OF
VEGETABLES
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

ODD FELLows.-An English journal says
that the Manchester Unity of Odd Fellows,
was established in 1912, numbers nearly four
hundred thousand members. 1t has lodges in
most parts of the British empire, and can boast
of ga local habitation and a name" even at
Constantinople and among the gold-diggers Of
California.
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Honse Deafr0yed.

The dwelling house Of Mr.. KILLIAs sHRoTT, mean
Nippon, was destroyed by fire on Thursday night
last But little Of the furniture was saved.
Killan--better known as Shedrach lis man
20 years old, and member Of the " Bolts Grcys,"
faithful in the discharge Of his duties to the end Of
the war. lie is very poor, and we commend him
to the charitably inclined of our community.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

THE CHARLESTON PRIsoNERs.-The Presi-
dent has revoked the order of the War Depart
ment banishing the Charleston prisoners to the
Dry Tortugas and they are expected to arrive
at Fort Delaware in few days. Their subse-
quent release to liberty is regarded as certain.
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West Virginia.

The following named are appointed dele
gates to attend the Philadelphia Radical Con-
vention on the Sd of September: Gov. Bore
man, Senators Wiley and Van Wrinkle, Gen.
Kelly, and Messrs. Harris, Duvall, Lightburn
and Strother-" Porte Crayon."
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

DESTROYED BY FIRE.-The town of Maripo-
sa, California, has been destroyed by fire. Only
five buildings were saved. The town, however,
couldnot have been very extensive one, or the
buildings must have been cheaply constructed,
as the total loss did not exceed one hundred
thousand dollars.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

CoNvENT1oN.-It is stated that National
Convention of Soldiers of the N,rth and the
South is arranged to take place il September,
ut Cincinnati. Leading officers d the Union
and the late Confederate armies a,e said to be
active in this work. 1t will be cooperative
National Union movement,
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A BLACK DELEGATE.-Frd Douglass, 1t Is
reported, has been elected delegate from
Rochester to the Loyal Southemers' Convention
in Philadelphia, which will make no objection
IN his color-N. Y. Tribune
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SNow.-Passengers by the Tennessee train,
says the Lynchburg FTrginidn of Saturday, re-
port that there was snow in Southwestern Yir-
glnia Thursday evening last. Snow in August
is an anomalous event. The weather turned
suddenly cold here, and some persons had fires.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-08-30

DEAN RICHMOND, for many years Presidentof
the New York Central Railroad, and the most
influential of all the Democratic politicians Of
that State, died in New York city on Monday
last.
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The 9EpiscopaI Methodist.,,

A weekly paper, large, handsomely printed on
good paper, ably edited by Rev. DR.. 7. =. Bond
and Rev. s. 8. Roezell, is published in Baltimore,
by Rev. John Poisal, under the suspises Of The T.
piscopal Methodist Church. publication for
which we wish the most abundant success. Sub
scription price, -.
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Property for sale.

Property for sale.
Remember the extensive sale Of Personal Proper
ty BY Mr. SAxUss RIDExouR, tomorrow, 3Ist.
On Saturday the valuable Town Property be-
longing 10 the estate Of the late VIM. Stephenson,
will be offered at public sale.
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/. O. O. r.

i. U. u. r.
Samaritan Lodge, No. 20, ]. o. o. F., was rcor-
ganized on Saturday, 18th inst, st Middleway, in
this County. The following named brethren were
elected for the remainder Of the term DR.. y. N.
Burkhart, N. g.; John Graham, v. G.; John y.
Smith, Sec'y; Samuel w. League, Treasurer.
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Hog Cholera.

Hog Cholera.
We regret to learn of the prevalence Of Hog Choi-
era in some portions of the County, and that sereF
al of our farmers hare lost from forty to ffty fns
f.ttening hogs each.
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Cornelius Wendell has been appointed Super
lntendent OF Public Printing, rice j, D. Defrees.
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$4,153,47
$4,153,47
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On motion OF supervisor Spangler, the fol-
lowing order was made: Ordered that r. w.
Baylor be authorized to settle the accounts of
the old school board, and to collect all debts
due said board and report to the Board of Su-
pervisors.
Ordered, that an election be held in Harper's
Ferry Township, on Saturday, September LIST,
to ratify thetransfer of School District. No. IA.
from Harpers Ferry township to Osborn town.
ship the vote to be taken in township meet
ing.
Ordered, that 90 acres of land be deducted
from the assessment of Nimrod Anderson, said
land lies in Clarke County, Va.
Ordered, that Jacob Starry be granted IL
cense to sell spirituous liquors at Charlestown
On the 21st the Board met pursuant to adj
journment. Present, James Logic, President !;
Supervisors Butler, Spangler, Reed and Fossett.
Supervisor Reed moved to reconsider the or
der passed yesterday fixing the rates Of toll on
the Shenandoah Ferry, located at Harper Fer
~, which motion carried.
Supervisor Reed then moved to fix the rates
as follows: Cents.
Footman 5
Horseman Is
Sulky 80
One horse carriage including passengers 80
Two horse carriage including passengers 40
One horse wagon including driver IS
Two horse wagon including driver 80
-Four horse wagon including driver 40
Do do Go hauling wood 25
Six horse wagon including driver 90
Stock sheep /
Fat sheep 2
Cattle 5
Fat cattle not exceeding three %
which motion was carried
Supervisor Spangler rendered his resignation
as supervisor of Shepherd Township. On mo-
ton of President Logic his resignation was ac-
copied, to take effect on the lst day of Septem-
Der.
Ordered, that acres Of land be deducted
from the assessment, of j. Il. Himkle, it being
an erroneous assessment, as ascertained by sur
vey.
Ordered, that the Sheriff of the county be
allowed $500 for collecting the county levy for
the year 1865.
Ordered, that all orders drawn upon the
Treasurer for accounts or work done this year
are to be paid out of the levy of 1867, unless
otherwise ordered by the Board.
On motion the Board adjourned until the Sd
Monday of September.
JAMES Logic, President.
II. C.. ENTLER, Clerk