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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
ReIease 81 Jeferson Davis.


We yield a considerable portion Of our space
to-day 20 interesting matters in relation to the
case Of Mr. Davis Surprise Is manifested by
the public az the active part taken by Horace
Greedy in behalf Of the great State Prisoner.
but this surprise viii be modified when the
reader is reminded thar Grse'y is in a measure
responsible for the war. He distinctly stated
IL the Tribune, at the opening Of the strife, that
fla majority Of the southern people felt them
selves a-greycj. and desired To seceje, they
should De- a7oroi % g. This gave them en-
couragsmeat Grec'y is naturally a man Of
good heart he feels that the Incarceration Of
Mr Davis forever two years on the false charge
,f completely in the assassination Of President;
Lincoln. was a stigma on the nation; aud that
some grateful PREPARATION should be made. He
las exhibited a spirit in this. alike crediab's
20 his head aud heart and in advising theme
groes OF Richmond 20 3eport themselves quietly
and properly, he has done much to couuteFact
the headish purposes Of such iuceudiaries as
Uunn.cut, Hayward, and Underwood.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Underwood and Bolts.


The so-called Judge Underwood, in opening
ths L. S. Court at Richmond on the 9th IN
slant. vented his spleen in vile and disgust
ing attack upon the press, the pulpit and the
peouls Of Richmond. The newspapers have
done the miscrcaat altogether too much honor
IN printing in full his venomous charge. 1t is
enough to state that he made the following a.
mong other remarks.
" Another subject Of thanksgiving is present.
Cd IN the very constitution Of your body, fur
nishing ocular evidence that the age Of caste
and class cruelty is defeated, and, the new era
Of Justice and equality, breaking through the
clouds Of persecution aud prejudice IS now
dawuing upon Us. And Strangest Of all, this
city of Richmond should be the spot Of earth
10 furnish this gracious manifestation. Rich
mond. the beautiful and abandoned seat Of the
rebellion, looking as comely and SpeCiOus as a
goolly apple or a gilded sepulchTe where
bloody treason fourished its whips of scorpions.
Richmond. where the slave trade SO long held
high carnival, where the press has found the
lowest depths Of protiigacy whore icentious-
ness had ruled until probably a majority Of
births were Legitimate or without the forms OF
law; where the fashionable and popular pulpit
had been So prostitutcd that It's full fed minis
teriug gay Lothauos generally recommended
the worship Of what they mostrespected, plea
sure. property. and power, corresponding %
the Pagan ana neurological ideas Of BaccEus,
Mlmnor, and Mars
John " Bolts was foreman Of tie grand
Jury on the occasion, presiding over mongrel
crew, I've Of whom were negr's. Bolts has
always claimed great credit for outsp1ken in
dependence; yet, instead Of declining to serve,
with q partisan Judge, be listened patiently to
the uttcTauce Of what he knew TO be base
oalumny upon the people Of Richmond Peo-
pie who had heretofore houored him with their
votes and confidence. Instead Of giving coun-
tenauce TO the Infamous trade, he should have
risen, Ike a man Of true pluck and honesty,
and told the Judge that his charge was an uu-
lust and uudeservej calunny, and that, what
ever might be the consequences, he could not
10 any form be held toa cluiesce in such whole
sale denul,ia;ion Of the people among whom
lie was born and bred
Perhaps Bolts could not escape the position
assigned him, but we are sure that be must
have felt cheap, and looked as meanas Under
woy5 himself, who has a real haug-dog aspeS.
and cannot look an homes. man in the face.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Z. 4. Is. NVI z NVIHf
- Committee Of hvi'anioa

WINCHESTER & STRAsDURG r. R.-We are
gratified To be Informed, upon good authority.
that the initiatory steps are about to be taken
for the organization Of the Winchester and
Strasburg Railroad Company. Books will be
opened for the stock as soon as the necessary
arrangements are completed. The prospect
for speedy completion of this important link
is represented as very good. We also learn
that the Orange and Alexandria Railroad Com
pany expect at once TO complete the nog0tia-
tions preliminary to an acceptance Of the con-
solidaiion Of the Manassas Road. With these
movements new life will be infused into every
part Of our great Valley.
TROcLiRgkam RcgiSieT.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
old Virginia VS.. West virginia.


We regret exceeding that We were prevent
ca. by uncomfortable events, from listening TO
the truly interesting argument, last week, be-
fore the Supreme Court Of the United states
IN the suit Of Virginia proper against the So
called State Of West Virginia.
Hon. Benz. R. Curtis, Of Boston, and Andrew
Hunter. Esq, our well-kuown townsmau, rep
resented the cause Of the Old Dominion, in the
effort 70 reclaim the counties Of Berkeley and
Jefferson. which by vile fraud had been trans
fsrred TO West Virginia, and Hon. s. Il. stan
ton. formerly Of Ohio, and Hon. RsveIdy John
son, Of Maryland, appeared for the usuTP'ns
STATE. Thsarsumeut was concluded on Thurs
day last. and ia represented as having zee"
vsrv ,ble Mr.. johnson, with his wooted iuge-
uuitv. la5oriug to make the worse appear
the better reason,
The argument Of Judge Curtis Is spoken o.
by gentleman of 25 years experience IN that
forum. as decidedly the ablest he had ever
heard and we are grati6ed to hear from other
sources hat. although it was his first effort be-
fore that distinguished tribunal, Mr.. Hunter
acquitted himself in . most creditable manner.
We should be much pleased, if our columns
would admit, to present to our readers the
strong points Of the case, as eliminated by our
learned counsel; and we shall be greatly dis
appointed if the high Court, whose province It
Is to decide, shall ind a reason in opposition to
the severe logic and stubborn facts add1eed II
behalf Of the good old Commonwealth.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
internal Revenue.

From the comparative tables, published 0y
the Treasury Department, Of the receipts from
Internal Revenue from July lst TO April 2Sd
Of the last and present years, it appears that
there has been falling off Of over thirty-three
millions. This is ascnbed to various causes
the decline Of business generally, and the con-
sequeut dimiuution Of the income Of prominent
business men 10 the large cities, and IN
deed every where Besides, the high tax on
whiskev has led TO frauds Of gigantic char
ac,er. The morals Of the country have be-
come blunted, and 20 cheat the revenue oy
illicit disdlliug is no longer deemed an act Of
tUrpitude.
The modified revenue law, which IS only
bsr;pnipg to take effect viii still further re-
Jucs the income from that source.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
The Masonic Temple.

The Masonic Templc.
AS stated last week, says the Winchester
Ns,cs, the cornerstone 0: the Masonic Temple
will be laid with. imposing ceremonies on the
aeth instant. We further learn that Hon. W
II. TRAvrRs, formerly Of Maryland, now Of
Charlestown, will, by invitation, deliver the
address on the occasion. Mr.. Travers is gen.
tleman of ability, and the public may expec,
an address full of interest.
We append below circular of the Fraterni-
ty to tie various lodges througout this section
to be present with them on :heintercsting occa-
sion. We hear that many Masons have sgni-
fed their intention to be present;
HIRAM LoDeR, No. 81, F. &A.M,l
Winchester, May 6, 1851.
To the EorshipfaI Master, WGrdens and Members
of-LoGge, No:
The ner-stone OF the Masonic Temple now be-
inc erected in Winchester by this Lodge, win be
laid with suitable ceremonies ON HsdHesday, 29h
instant.
Trayers. of Charlestown, Va. We desire for the
sake of our beloved Order to make this occasion
;mnosine as possible On this account. and with
sincere desire TO cultivate intimate Masonic and
social intercourse, most cordially ana iraernal-
y invite you to be present to participate in the in
terestng ceremonies.
Members of Commentaries. Chapters and Lodges
are requested TO come clothed in full kegalia, with
Banners.
Commentaries, Charters and Lodges which in
tend TO come in body will please advise the Com
mittee of that fact.
Through the courtesy ofthe Railroad Companies,
Round Trip Tickets viii be Issued.
Brothers, CONE. Let him that heareth say COVE,
and whoever will let him COKE 20 our old battle
Scared town, and by your presence encourage US
in the work in which we are engaged.
Fraternally, yours,
WM. l.. BENT,
Jos. ;. CARSON,
c. A. b. CUFFROTH,
- Committee Of IsUifafiOa.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Important Cases.

The Suprcme Court has dismissed the appli-
cation for an injunction on the part Of the State
Of Georgia % restrain the officers Of the United
States from action under the reconstruction act
It was dismissed on the ground Of want Of
Jurisdiction. The Mississippi case is still w
der ajgisement
The case Of Virginia rs. West Virginia, in
volving jurisdiction over tie counties Of Berke-
ley and jefferson. has been continued 70 tie
December term. So that the petty despotism
installed at Shepherdstown VIII have full swing
for eight or ten months more.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16

Quotations OF GoLD-The quotation Of
gold as given in the money articles Of the daily
papers convey no fixed idea to the common
mind theinformation needed by the generality
of the people is, what is paper dollar worth
A cotemporary has been furnished with the fol-
lowing, which those who care to do SO, can cut
out for reference:
When gold is quoted at S1.1O, paper dollar
is worth 81 cents nearly.
When gold is quoted at S1l5, paper dol
lar is worth SO cents nearly.
When gold is quoted at Sl.2O, paper dol
Ter is worth 81 cents
When gold is quoted at Sl.25, paper dol
lar is worth so cents.
When gold is quoted at $3.50, paper dol
Ter is worth II cents nearly.
When gold is quoted at $l.35, paper dol
lar is worth "A cents.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Summary of Latest News.

There is no truth in the reported indictment foE
treason of Gen. Breckenridge and Judge Thomas.
Judge Kelly, Of Pennsylvania, made one of his
inaammatory harangues at Mobile, Tuesday night.
riot ensued, resulting in the killing fone white
and two colored men.
A riot occurred at Brownsville, Tennessee on
Monday-the result of Radical incendiary ha-
rangues. Two whites and three negroes shot.
Destructive fires occurred in Philadelphia, Chi
cago and Brooklyn on Tuesday night.
Paris dates OF Tuesday evening announce the dis
banding Of the French Reserves. Another step
Peacs-ward
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Jefferson Davis in Court.

RIcHNoND. May l3.-The L. S. Circuit
Court was packed this morning a military
guard was stationed around it and strong po-
lice force inside. About twenty ladies were
among the spectators. also fifty negroes.
At eleven o'clock Mr.. Davis was brought in
10 the court. and took seat next to the priSo-
ners box. with General Burton and the Marshal.
A servant accompanied Mr. Davis, who, sitting
by an open window, remarked, " 1t Is little
cold. is it not p and he was then removed to a
seat near his counsel in front of the Judge.
General Burton'S return to the writ was read,
and the Judge complmeutcd General Burton
in obeyiug the laws. and released him of the
custody of Davis. and the Marshal immediate
" served on him a bench warrant to answer
the Norfolk Indictment.
Mr. O'Conner spoke Of the long imprison-
ment Of Mr. Davis. and his feeble health, and
asked that he be bailed.
There being no opposition on the part of the
prosecution, who fixed the bail at 100000,
the Judge announced his readiness to accept
the bail. stating at the same time that the re-
sponsibilitv of the delay il bringing the Davis
case into court rested upon the Government
and not upon the District Attorney. He also
said that one half of the hail should be given
by persons residing in Virginia.
The suretes then came forward, Horace
Greedy being among the first, followed by Au-
gustus Schell, Of New York, Mr. Jackman, of
Philadelphia. and others. a number Of gen
tlemen Of Virginia offered their names as bail.
Mr. Davis was congratulated by several
friends, but there was no demonstration or
noise of any kind.
After giving bail to appear at the November
term Of the court he was taken in a coach 10
the Spottswood House.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Memoirs Of Gen. turner Ashby and his

: Y
COmpeers, BY Rev. JAwEs B. AvRErr, OF
Winchester. Selby d DUlany, Of Baltimore,
Publishers.
We take the following complimentary no.
tice of the above work from the Baltimore Ga
zsis:
There is an uurecoustructei SAVIOR about this
little volume which Is refreshing in the highest
degree. IL is essentially a Virginia book-ded-
icated 70 that grand old Commonwealth and
her noble women, in cOmmemoratiou Of the
lives and services of some of her most gallant
and houored sons. II is written in the spirit
which belongs % It's theme-iuil Of an enthusi-
asm and q pride on which defeat and discomG-
tgre have brought sadness only, without regret,
or fear, or shame. The principal biography.
that o. General Turner Ashby. Is the work Of
the Rev Nr. Ayirc,t Of Winchester. the Chap
lain Of the LaUge, Brigade. The tenderness
and devotion with which IL teens on every page
towards the brilliant soldier. whom its author
followed % the field. bear unconscious testimo-
ny % the high qualities which elected the ad-
narration % enemies aud friends, throughout
the whole oi AsLOy's conspicuous career. He
was. Indeed, from al, accounts. a noble gentle
man, fun Of the traits Of kuighthood In its pu-
Sestdlys- gentle. generous and brave
The narrow limits % which notices Of this kind
are necessarily restricted in q daily Journal
preclude rs from tracing even the outline Of
his c'ivalrous story. Mr.. Avirett has told it
as man Of refinement, ability and scholarship
might be expected 70 write, Of patriot whom
he revered aud friend whom he loved with his
whole heart The brieier biographies which
make up the rest Of the volume have alsotheir
separate aud eugroSsing interest. That Of Col.
Mcdonald records. in the vigorous style Of the
sufferer himself, one Of the most brutal Of Gen.
Hunters countless infamies.
We should be glad if we could do something
more than pay 50 merely passing a tribute to
these devoted men. To none more worthily
than 70 them aud their compeers could be ap-
piled the splendidapostropheof Van Artevelde:
'sThey died like heroes, for no recreant,tep
Had Ger dishonored them, no stain OF fear,
No base despair, no cowaEdly recol;
They had the hearts Of freencu 70 the last.
And the free blood that bourdedi in their veins,
Was sh=d for freedom with liberal joy"
We must not omit to add that the volume
before US has been produced by the publishers
in admirable style, in all particulars. 1t does
Item very great credit.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Deatb of our Minister to Prussia.

A telegram from Berlin announces the death
Of Governor Wright, on the llth. Of dropsy.-
BE rallied a short time previous to his death
and i, was thought be would recover, bat he
commenced to sink rapidly on the night Of the
10th, aud expired the next morning, at 5
o'clock.
Think Of the wonders Of the telegraph. Gov.
Wright died in Prussia on the morning Of the
llth. and on the evening Of the same day the
news is known throughout our whole country
wherever telegraphic lines extend.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16

GERRIr SMITH AND JEFFERSON DAVIS
The following letter, from an eminent devoted
abolitiouist of many years, has never till now
been printed:
Petersboro ". T., August "a, ls66.-rresi-
dent Johnson-HonoredS Sir: have this day
subscribed a memorial 10 yourself in behalf of
Jefferson Davis. j have done so with great
satisfaction, for | deem his very long confne-
ment in prison, without trial, an insult to the
South, q very deep injustice to himself aud a
no less deep dishonor to the government and
the country. trust that Dir. Davis NAV have
a speedy trial or be admitted to bail. There
are many men who have no sympathy with
his political views, and who opposed slavery
as strenuously as he upheld it, that would ca
gerly become his bail. l am one Of them
Your obed.ent servant.
GERRIT SMITH.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
4 Professional Visit.

Our former townsman, DR.. JEo A. STRArTH
now Professor in the Medical College Of the
University Of Maryland, and a successful prac-
titioner Of Surgery and Medicine in Baltimore,
has been among us for several days past, exer-
cising his professional ability in performing a
number of delicate surgical operations, consist
ing chiefly of the removal Of Tunors and Gaia
racts-in all Of which be displayed bis usual
skill, and added tc his widespread reputation.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16

DEBATE-The Winchester Lyceum has ac-
cepted challenge from the Clarke Lyceum to
meet them in a discussion. The debate will
take place in Winchester Immediately after the
adjournment Of the Circuit Court Of Frederick
County, which will bein helatter part of June.
The Clarke Lyceum will be represented by
Messrs w. Arnett, S. J. c. Moore and Ed.
White. The Winchester Lyceum by Messrs.
r. I. Barton, A. NJ Smith aud J. J. Williams.
Winchester Necs.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16

BLACK BASS IL THE PoToMAc.-Mr. An
drew Hancock caught, at the Little Falls on
Monday, a beautiful black bass, weighing faur
aud half pounds, and a smaller fish Of the
same kind, weighing four pounds. Dir. Scriv-
ener brought some from one of the northern
lakes years ago. and put them in the Potomac
at Cumberland, and they are now abundant in
the river throughout its entire lengthy Int.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16

We hear the Masons Of Mount Nebo Lodge
contemplate having procession and address in
this place on the oath of June next, in COM
memoration Of st. John the Baptist's day
They expect to be joined by the different LODI
ges in this vicinity, and we have no doubt but
that it will enliyen our town and be quite an
Observation-Disclosures Register.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16

James W. Robinson, Esq, Of Martinsburg,
has been appointed and commissioned Collec-
tor Of Internal Revenue for Morgan, Berkeley,
and Jefferson Counties, by Gen. George W.
Brown, District Collector The same gentle
men also appointed Frank Patterson as H.
spcctor of Liquors for this district.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16

We regret to learn that a son of Captain
Thomas Link, aged seven years, had one Of his
legs broken on Monday Of las. week, at Duff
fields Depot, by the kick Of horse. Drs By
ington, Alexander and Tanner, adjusted the
limb, and the young lad is doing well.-Shep-
kerasfcwH Req;ster. -
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16

REAL ESTATE SoLD.-0n Saturday last
Geo. F. Webster, Real Estate Agent, sold the
farm Of DR.. Van Camp, containing 1883 acres,
situated one mile south west of this city, TO Mr..
Henry Cutler at the rate of S133 so per acre.
Frederick CITY, Lid. Citizen.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Let il be Remembered

That Round Trip Tickets viii be issued from
all points on the Winchester Railroad on the
29th Of this month 70 persons DESTROYS witness
ing the interesting ceremonies Of laying the
Cornerstone Of the Masonic Temple at Win
chester.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
An Irrepregsi5Ia Conflict.

The recent doings Of the negroes at Rich
mond aud New Orleans indicate clearly that a
terrible conflict between the races is inevitable
The bloody Instructions Of tie Radicals
may soon return 10 plague the inventors"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Arctic soda.

OUR Fountain i now and will b. kept In opera
Y ton during the Sumner season. All wishing
10 be refreshed by cool and sparkling glass OF
Arctic Soda Water are invited to give rs call.
Nav 10. CAMPBELL hASON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Cold sparkling

CODA WATER. drawn from Porcelain Fouh-
y tains, and free from all Impurities, with va
riety of Syrups, at the Drug Store Of
May Is. AlSQClIb bko.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Soda Water,

Soda Water,
Sparkling and bright, drawn from fountains
of Porcelain, free from all impurities, and ia
vored with the most delicious syrups, to be had
at the Drug Store Of AIsouITH & BIO.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Lumber.

HAVE for sale 10000 feet Of good Pine Plank a,
my Store House above the Church.
J. :. MELVIN.
Dulields, Nav 10, 1867. SPIT. copy.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Arctic Soda.

Arctfc soda.
Messrs. CAMPBELL & MASON are now pre-
pared to supply this refreshing beverage in all
its purity and excellence.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-16
Peace in Europe.

The Peace Congress lately assembled in Lon
don, to treat on the question at issue between
France and Prussia, has settled the matter in
favor of peace.
BY the recorded minutes Of the Congress,
Luxembourg remains under the ruleof the King
of Holland. The naturalization Of the terrific
" Of the Grand Duchy viii be guaranteed by
the great powers Of Europe The fortress Of
Luxemburg viii be evacuated by the Prussian
troops. and RACED to the ground. No troops
will be retained within the territory Of Luxem-
burg except a force which may be necessary to
maintain order and preserve the peace.
DOUBTS OF A PERMANENT PEAcE--wAR PIsEpA
RATI0NS.
New YORK, May IA cable dispatch to
the Herald, dated London the 18th, says, not
withstandiug the satisfactory solution Of the
Luxembourg question by treaty arrangement,
fears are entertained and generally expressed
that war has been merely postponed by the
work Of diplomatiStS. Warhke preparations
are still actively carried ouin France, Germany,
Russia and Greece.
Its said that before the close Of the peace
congress, a proposition is likely 10 be addressed
by England % all the powers inclined 70 bel
ligerant action, in which Queen Victoria will
recommend and urge a general disarmament.
Should this proposal be entertained. another
congress will probably assemble in London to
secure its formal adoption and uniform execu-
tion by all the great powers but'it is thought
that even this proposition VIII not be success
ful in securing the maintenance Of peace.
The fourth military CONSUMPTION during this
year has been put in force in Greece, by which
the Greek army has been increased 10000
men.
The condition Of the navy is also engaging
the serious consideration Of the Greek govern
meut. Large enrollments Of seamen are now
Ia process Of completion.