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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
LOCAL MISCELLANY.
Building Association,

Building Association.
All subscribers to the stock of " The JEFF
Jtrson County Buading Assoeiation,' % are re-.
quested to meet at Jefferson Hall, on FRIDAY
EVENING, December 2Oth, for the purpose
Of completing the organisation of the AssO-
citation. D. HUMPHREYS, C1Hr'a.
From the above it will be seen that Is The
Jefferson County Building Association" will
meet, for permanent organization, at JeHer-
son Hall, on Friday evening next at Z o'clock.
The charter, the printed constitutions,
full set of books for accounts, &C., have all
been received, and everything is in readiness
to commence operations.
The meeting on Friday evening will be
extremely important, as all the officers for the
ensuing year are to be elected. It Is, there
fore, greatly to be desired that there will be
q large attendance, not only Of those who
have already subscribed for shares Of stock,
but of those also who contemplate becoming
subscribers, in order that all those who are,
or who arc to become substantially Interested
in the scheme may participate in its Organiza-
GAOu' ~ VIII US VOTuS III mluu IuaI each
share OF stock is entitled to vote, aud that
the holder, if unable to be present, is empow-
cred by the constitution, to vote by proxy.
We believe this enterprise is entirely wor-
thy of an earnest support of the people of the
county. Its success will not only be promo
tive of the interests of those directly con-
nected with it, but necessarily aud greatly
prOmotive of the public welfare. In this
view it is to be hoped that all our citizens
who are possessed of public spirit, although
their own circumstances may render such Pc
cuniary aid as this association is designed to
furnish its members, unnecessary to them
selves, will still manifest their approval of its
objects aud character by becoming subscr:L
bers to its stock, and thus use their infUCnee
and their means to sustain it. Let there be
large gathering on Friday evening, and if
our country friends or our friends from the
neighbOring towns of Harper's Ferry, Shep-
herdstOwn, Bolivar, Smithfeld, KabletowD,
Rippon, Leetown, MyerstOwn, Halltown, &c,
cannot be with US, let them send their names
and their proxies to some friend in Charles
town, whom they can select to represent them
on the occasion.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
Reconstruction Convention.

In the reconstruction convention, now in
session in Richmond, the following resOlu-
tiCns of enquiry have been offered -
OF incorporating in the bill of rights the
clause declaring all test-oaths Numerically
opposed to republican liberty. OF establish
ing system of schools for the education of
all classes. Of allowing naturalized foreign
ers to hold property after one wears resi-
denee, and to be eligible to State Offices after
three years residence in the State Abolish
ing corporal and capital punishment for crime.
OF entranChising all persons from whom it is
in the power OF the convention to remove ex-
listing disabilities
A resolution declaring all debts contracted
since January l, 1850, in the purchase Of
slaves null was referred.
The chairman of the finance committee in
troduced resolution that, whereas there il
only about one hundred thousand dollars in
the treasury, and seven hundred thousand
dollars will be required to pay the interest
due .IaDuaTy LIST, therefore the auditor and
treasurer arc requested to suspend the paw
meDt Of the interest until: the convention il
satisfied that there is money enough in the
treasury to pay the interest of January lst.
Referred.
The resolution and amendment relative 10
the intimidation of voters came UP. Tn.
convention appeared determined not to 20
into political debate; and, rs very long
one had already taken place on the same
resolution, the previous question was sustained
by vote of 62 to 25, and the matter was
referred.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

CHIsTMAs COMING The busy prepara-
ton of our merchants and the show windows
of the shOpmen, sufficiently indicate that the
festive season is at hand. The supply of ne
cessities and luxuries, trinkets and toys, is
more general than has been known for many
ycrrs, and we may in our next specify some
Of the many goods things in store for those
who are blessed with more dimes than the
printer can boast. Our advertising columns
already indicate the "good time coming"
and to old and young, rich and poor, we wish
L happy season.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
DIE d.

In BOOnsboro'. Md. on the 9Th Of Dcr.r,L.. ~,
THOMAS J. LYNCH, brother Of Mr.. George n
Lynch OF this county, aged IS yearS 8 months Al nd
- days.
On the 9th inst. at Washington. d. e. in ,,.
10Th year OF HE age, JOHN JULIAN SANBORS
E"q.' Clerk in the SECOND Auditors Office Lut
for many yea's = teacher in THE town AZ the brnJ
oil the old and well.knoWB Academy.
At her residence- near DarkeEviIIr, vs. on the
morning OF the 9Th inst, Mira. EIIZABE AN
bhOSE' IN the Goth year Of her age. She IraVeG u
oifconsoIate husband and large family Of children
he deeeased had been exemplary member Of
the NJ E. Church for forty years previous 10 her
Heath She died triump ha Mt in the faith in Uhirh
she haa IVed' leaving behind the assurance, that
ueath 70 her was but a transition from a world Of
sorrow to n world Of pCare "
New Era please cOpyl
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
DEATu OF HErnY BrRRY. Fso-As our

DEATH OF HENRT BERRY, Eso-As our
paper goes to press, We are panied to learn Of
the death of Henry Berry, Esq, which Oe>
CURED at the residence of his daughter. SIrs.
DR.. Butler, near Shepherdstown, on Sunday
evening last. The deceased was too WE'LL
known and too kindly loved by numerous
circle of friends, to attempt any eulOgy of his
virtues or any extenuation of his foibles. in
this brief announcement. He was aged about
20 years. lawyer of sound judgment and
high legal position among the profession, and
was distinguished member in the Legisla-
ture of our old State, in the perilOus times of
'S2. Latterly, he was Commonwealth At
tOrpey, under the new order of things, and
the Circuit Court of Jefferson, now IN session
at ShepherdstOWn, adjourned until o'clock
to-day, in respect to his memory and to be
present at his funeral.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
STATIONS REMOVAL.

Without any particular admiration FOR the
present Executive, We must confess that VIC
rejoice at the caustic style in which he snub>
bed the radical Senate, in his recent message
relating to the removal Of Robespierre STAN
ton. The President quotes Mr. Stanton re-
Ply to the Presidents request that he would
resign, wherein Stanton says that considera-
lions of high public character led him 20
withhold his resignation until the next meet
ing of Congress. This the President holds
as not only a deciination but as defiant and
utterly wanting in that respect due from Mr.
Stanton to his superior officer. The point is
made that Stanton could not appeal to the
law creating the War Department, because
that law gives the President the right 10 re-
move Stanton. The tenure of Office bill
alone supported Mr.. Stanton, but that law did
not compel Stanton to retain the Office The
President argues the necessity for unity and
harmony among his constitutional advisers,
and alludes to his having retained with one ex-
cePtion the cabinet of his predecessor. lie
also states incidentally that the Cabinc; was
unanimous on his policy of Reconstruction,
and upon the unconstitu,ionality of the ten
IRE of office bill, Stanton having been United
States Attorney. was especially consulted and
was emphatic and absolute in his condemua-
ton Of the bill as unconstitutional The
most pointed specific charge refers to the
New Orleans riots. According to the MARIA
tive, Gen. Baird reported to Stanton the dan
ger of the riot, and asked advice Stanton
not only withheld instructions to Baird, but
kept the dispatch from the President and his
Cabinet until after the occurrence of the riots
The President holds that had Stanton acted
himself, or made the message from Baird
known to his superiors, the riots would have
been prevented. He produces letter from
Sheridan to the effect that had he been ad-
vised Of the danger, the riots could have
been avoided
The President concludes: The public
cannot complain of the change, because the
judicious measures Of the new Secretary have
already saved millions of the public treasure"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
Berkeley Items,


From the Een0 Era v. clip the following
items
The Catholic Fair to be held in Wisong.s
Hall, commencing ON the 18th, p1omiaes to
be grand affair. Extensive preparation is
being made for the opening. The Fancy ia
6ies will be unusually attractive, many Of the
donations for this department having come
from distance. The MaEtiasbnrg indie
pendent Brass Band will be in attendance
each evening. Go, everybody.
FIRE.-The first fire that has occurred in
this place for years, broke outin the Cabipe.
Aaker shop of Mr. A. Koselschatz. last
Monday. The shop aud a stable attached,
the property Of MF. John Feller, were eptire.
ly consumed with their contents. Nr. Eo-
gelschatE's loss consists in tools, unfinished
work, aud lumber, and Is estimated at abouy
S0OO- MIR. Feller's loss will be fully as much !,
There was no insurance on the property de-
stroyed. 1t Is not known how the Ere orig
mated, as there was no one in the shop ut TIC
time but small boy. a stiff breeze me-
vailed at the time, and It was only by the all
most sUpeThunlan exertions of the citizens
who quickly repaired 10 the SPOT on the alarm
being given, that immense destruction of
property was prevented. The ravages Of the
flames was checked entirely by the use Of
buckets and such other vessels rs could he
procured. The apology for ERE engine wa-
taken out, but not used, buckets being con-
sidered more efficient. We presume onr Rip
Van Wrinkle City Dads will awake to the i'm
POrtauce of an efficient Ere apparatus after
property has been destroyed 10 an amount
sufficient to purchase half dozen GOOD en-
gines.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

SNOw.-The first snow of any extent du,
ring the season, commenced falling on Thurs
day last, and the earth is now whitened by
its Wintry aspect. The ground being in fine
condition to receive it, sIeighing has been
most excellent, and the merry jingle of the
sleigh bells have enIiveued our streets and
relieved the dull mOnOtOny of the last few
weeks. HOrse-Aesh is suffering considerably,
bat some of the ''turn-outs have been hand
some in appearance and feet in lOoomotiOn,
and would do no discredit to better days aud
more prosperous times.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

Tho Washington correspondent of the
Baltimore Ga=stte snys that the first intima-
tiOn which the President received Of the vote
of rejection on the impeachment question.
was made to him By Hon. D. W. Voorhees,,
Of Indiana. Mr.. johnson was so much affect
ed that for few minutes he could make no
reply He then very quietly said, 81 thank
you, Mr.. Voorhees,, for communicating the
intelligence, and am gratiied to know the
public business of the country is not to be
further interrupted" Since then there was
" constant calling by friends in and out Of
Congress, to congratulate him upon the result
Of IN investigation prompted by the bitterest
partisan feeling which has ever marked
proceeding of the kind in any country. Mr.
johnson not only passed the ordeal unscathed,
but the Republicans admit that he has been
UNNECESSARILY strengthened before the people.
For this they denounce the inpeachcrs even
more than the Conservatives do. and charge
that another impeachment movement would
secure JOhnsOn's re election.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
Baltimore Markets.
sArrRpAY, December Il. 1sG

SATURDAY, December IA, 1867.
GoLD.-133t.
DRESSED HOGs-Are higher; we notice
sales at 81 cents for lots, and retailing at 10
cents per ID.
FLoUR.-Wc quote: Super s.5OasIO.5O
Extra 9.75asll.O0. Family IL 5OaSI3. 90
Rye Flour, 7.50ass. 25. Corn Meal. SO 25.
Buckwheat, N. !. per 100 lbs, 4 5OaS5. 90.
-Wbeat-inferior white SI.5O.
prime red s2.7O. Corn-whte l .O5asI 20,
yellow I.l0aSl.25. Oats-6Oa75 cts.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

SOMETHING TO WEAR p'-Ifthe present
season of the year does not remind the scan
tily clad that winter is at hand, it is difficult
to say what would. But if you are shiver-
ing in your old clothes, sell them for rags.
and the money obtained for them will go far
towards purchasing warm, thick suit, at the
cheap clothing store of NJ. Rosenberg, on
Shenandoah street, Harper's Ferry. His
stock is one of the most superb and complete
that can be found outside of Baltimore city,
and his prices are low beyond comparison.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
MORE PREPARATIONS FOR
Q HRIsF"As-
OYSTRRSI
OYSTERS !

WE are making that preparation becoming the
season, and respectfully notify the eitiEen ii
CEaTlestOWn and surrounding county that we shall
Pint or Plate.
Persons wishing Oysters for ChriStmss the
hoiidays will be promptly supplied with the very
BEsT the Market affordS. upon SHIRT notice.
Our RESTAURANT Il open for the aecOmmoda-
ton Of yIstors and Oysters served in good style,
and with all the necessaTy condiments.
LIQUORS Of the best quality constantly on hand
An extra supply for the holiday sFaRon. We in
yIte call the Restaurant ia the BaseTnent Of the
Ssppingtsn Hotel. MOORE 4 BROOKS
DeceufbeP 1867
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

Now IS Your CHANCE The severity of
the weather, the necessities of the season and
the hardness of the times, should induce
every one to seek that place for investment,
where they can buy "a good article, at IO,c
rates" To those who may not already know
the fact, it is our pleasure to state by personal
examination, that the Clothing House of Mr..
JOHN L. ScHILLINo, opposite the Shenan-
dOah Hotel, HarPer's Ferry, is such an es-
Enlistment. The stock is general and COM
plete, embracing every variety of ready made
Clothing, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, and gen.
tlemen's furnishing goods generally. The
selection has been made with special regard
to the wants and tastes Of our people, and is
alike moderate in price as superior in quality.
When visiting the Ferry, bear in mind where
to get your money back, BY examining the
general clothing establishment of ScnILLING,
and making your purchases accordingly.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

The white and black negroes composing
the Georgia Convention have assembled at
atlanta, and they got into bitter quarrel ON
the day of the organization to begin with
A whole day was spent in fierce fight over
the election OF President, without result.
We suppose the mOnGrel mass will manage
to effect some sort OF an organization after a
while.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

THE Pooh should be kindly remembered
at this season, as in too many cases, no doubt,
the larder is empty and the wOod.pile low
a little charity kindly extended, may relieve
manyan humble home of the gloom of despair
and the gaunt wailings of cold, hunger and
distress. Let those who have enough and to
spare, remember that it " is more blessed to
give than to receive"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

\ Coon HIT.-Iu the lower House OF the
"Rump'' on Thursday. Mr.. Getz, of Pennsyl-
vania, offered the following:
Whereas, 1t Is reported that the cities of
Boston aud Pi,tsburg haze recently elected
Democratic Mayors; and whereas, this is jan
indication on the part of the people of those
cities of spirit Of disloyalty therefore
Resolved, That the seleet Committee on
Reconstruction be directed to inquire whether
the States in which these cities are located
have republican forms of government, and
whether they don't need reconstruction.
Objected to aud lsid over
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

PRICES REDUcED.-The beautiful selec-
ton of carriages, rockaways, buggies, and
other vehicles, just received by Major j.
W Hawks, and now being offered at greatly
reduced prices, is well worthy the cxamina-
ton of purchasers. The styles arc the very
latest and the finish and durability equal to
the best of the country.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

a street rencontre took place in New
York Thursday, in which shots were exchaDg-
ed between person named Kelley, belonging
to Icons minstrel troupe. and a Sam Sharp
ley, OF the Theatre Comique. The former,
alter being himself wounded by the FIRE of
SharPley, shot Shsrpley and killed him.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

PROMPT PAYMENT.-We have heretofore
failed to notice that Sheriff Potter6eld had
been among the first of the officers in the
State, to pay into its treasury s21 900 of the
s37 900 due from Jefferson on the State and
school tax of the present year. This is a
heavy amount and most onerous exaction,
but it is matter Of cOngratulatiOn that our
people have been able to meet it, even under
the pressure of circumstances.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

PUBLIC SALEs.-Of Mr. J. r. Morrow,
Farming Implements, Stock, &c, on to-day,
(Tuesdny)
OF Mr. John j. Hammond, Household and
Kitchen Furniture, Stock aud Farming I'm
plements, on Wednesday, UO-mOrrOw.)
OF David Howell, Farming Implements,
Corn, Stock, &C., on Monday, 23d inst.
For particulars, see advertisements.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

The only legislation now threatened of
great national importance, upon which sharp
party lines will probably be drawn, is the
negro suffrage question, which is to be revived
in the bill to enforce negro suffrage alike in
all the States and on this there will be
divisions among the Republican MEMBER
The opponents of that measure, among whom
may be mentioned Senator Trumbull, appear
10 be in the majority.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

REcovERINn.-We are pleased to learn
that Dewitt, the son of Mr.. John II. Strider
of Halltown, who was so seriously Injured by
ENHANCEMENT in the horsepower of corn
shelter, week or two since, is getting much
better, and is now in 4 fair way of recovery.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

AMERICAN FARMER.-The December No.
contains articles on the-agricuItural Policy
of South-Orthodox Manuring-Clover as
Observation-Disclosures of Crop System
Fall PlOughing-ColOradO Potato Bug
Grape neutrality-suspicious. and Wool
Destruction of Insects-Harvest of 1867
Besides Farm, and Garden Work, Veteri-
nary Department, and a variety of other
interesting matter.
Published by WOrthington & Lewis, Balti-
more. go a year in advance.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

PRETTY GooD.-Last week, Mr.. Jas. II.
Conklyn butchered thirteen hogs, nine
months old, which averaged in weight 16l
pounds; also three hogs, sixteen months old,
which averaged 355 pounds. If any of our
farmers can beat this, let them do as Mr.. C.
did-seud US rib aud link Of sausage.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

- Some three weeks ago, very large
eagle made a swOop at goose, in CawOOd's
Gap, three miles south of Saltville, but not
having taken good sight, as hunters would
say, overshot the goose and impaled himself
upon u snag, producing immediate DEATH
He measured seven feet from tip to tip Of his
wings AJingIon TTr7irjan.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

THE LAND WE LOVE, for December. fully
equals previous numbers. This magazine is
now, beyond doubt. a permanent Southern
monthly, and should, receive liberal support
in our community.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

REMovAI.-1iiss MAGGIE W. JOHNSON
has removed her Millinery establishment to
the Post Office, where she will be pleased to
sec her old customers and the lalios ccner.lIv.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

- The Board of Supervisors will meet a.
the Court House on Friday next Goth Of
December.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17

The Cadet CorFs, at Lexington. now
numbers 80
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
CALM as YOT PASS.

THE undersigned has just returned IRON market
Il with large addition 70 bis general sssOrt-Dent
of SEASONABLE GOODS, and invites his custom
ers and the public IL call and examine tbem.
Dec. II. EUGENE WEST.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
LADIES DRESS GOODS,

LADIES DRESS GOODS,
A T REDUCED PRICES:
n BalmOraI SkiTts'
White = nd COIOred FIanueh;
Ladies MeTiHO Vests;
Net HOOdS. SOntags, &c;
Hosiery and Gloves Of ala kinds:
Linen and Paper Cuff and Collar;
Domestic Goods Of every description:
For sale By EUGENE WEST.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1867-12-17
CLOTHS, CASINEkES AND YRSTTN

GRoCERlEs u all kin1., for sale BY
~ EUGESE WEST.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-07-18
The Port of Memphis.


The river is falling steadily at this
point Business was almost invisible at
the landing this morning The weather
was clear and warm.
The following Are the arrivals and
departures:
Arrivals
Sam. Gaty, Vicksburg.
Belle st. Louis, st. Louis.
S. J. Hale, Cincinnati.
Departures.
Golden Eagle, Cincinnati.
Victor No. 2, Haile's Point
Sam. Gaty, st. Louis.
Boats in Port.
Belle st. Louis, Cleaner, Celeste and
s. j. Hale
Miscellaneous.
The Sam GAty passed up this morn
ing, after putting of little freight.
At FIVE o'clock this evening the beau.
tiful steamer Belle St Louis departs
northward. Capt Alex. Zeigler com.
mands, with Billy Blenker in the office.
The Golden Eagle left with good
trip for Cincinnati yesterday evening,
including six hundred and Fifty bales Of
cotton.
The r. NJ. Bishop was sunk in the
Missouri at the cutoff. twenty-five miles
below Nebraska City. Boat and cargo
a total loss. The mate, Andy Golf, was
drowned.
The Atlantic and Mississippi Steam
ship Company have paid their deed Of
trust, and will resume business.
The Mary Swan and s. J. hale are due
from the Ohio, and viii probably arrive
this evening.
At last reports the river was rising at
ST. Louis slowly. II. HaL
The Arkansas is rising at Little Rock,
with nine feet in the channel
At Louisville last evening the river
was at stand, with four feet two inches
in the canal
Steambostmen can save money BY get
ting their printing executed at the PuB-
Lie LEDGER Office, eur arrangements en-
abling us to. do work at rates that VII
compare with any establishment in the
West We invite sieamboatmen 70 ex-
anime our styles Of work and prices 7