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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
A Very loyal" Man in a Very
Tight Place.

Asr.a Burr S,ecumctz lPhoelus what a
name Formerly =. P.-a'so clerk 10 the
Bo1rl oC Supervisors. ais, clerk 70 the Board
Of Registration. also Notary Pubic, and Grand
Nogul and Geac-a'.>,,mu II the Rad cal party
in this county, uaS come 10 grief. tie is NOW
In iai, to await TRIAL ou t'y charge of forging
county boud--j1 what extent we are not adj
visci-issucj Cor the purpose Of paving the
$500 b3aut,-s voted by the Board Of Superyi-
S1rs Oh ;lc ,jCgs vino euls,gd from this cowl-
IT, ia the Federal army SoMe two or three
weeks ago it was discovered THAT fraudulent
bonds were ia circulation. and steps AZ oucc
takca % discover the guilty party. \ detec-
tive WAS sent i0r who very S1ua fcuse;cl The
matter ont, and ol Friday night last arrested
Aaron Burr Steenmetl Tie affair created
considerable talk. and all kinds Of rumors are
aArat ia regard 10 t. Bus as bis case will
likely come up before tho Grand Jury nov 10
session, and lac probably be tried during the
present term Of Court, We refrain. at present.
from saying anything THAI might in tho lcaS;
prejudice his case in the minds Of the Jury.
NWiWSjug Era.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
Fine Carria ges, &C.

Having been attracted TO the large Hall, at the
Coach Factory Of MAJ. HAWKS, which is in process
of preparation for the Concert announced for to
morrow night, we were pleased 10 Botice the large
number OF new and beautiful Carriages, Buggics,
Rockaways, Spring Wagons, &C.. in store by tho
Major He has added 80 largely TO his stock a. 70
make an additional building, Sframe one justercci-
ed necessary for their accommodation.
Maj. Hawks takes pleasure in showing these very
handsome equipagcs you wish to buy or
not
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

DEAvu OF a PEoNlNESr CUIzES.-In the
death of Dir. Richard Timbeylake (which sad
event traHSpirel ou Wednesday week az "Sleg-
wool.' his rcNlguce.l the county Of Warren
has iost one Of It's NEST Useful, cstimab,e and
.utelE cent citizens. The Srch.tec, ii his ewu
large fortune, Mr TlmbeL2k was regarded as
one % the most practical men in the commuui-
" in which De liYej. and his advice was sought
as that IL C. sage In iis social relations. he
MAS Gle Uest type % Virginia gentleman and
The suroyuoegaelt Of lis death will be received
with regret by uauy who have partlkcn O: bis
pToluse hospitality. The writer ut this pre-
serves a grateful remembrance Il the great
kindness received from Mr.. Timberlakc. and
esteem 5 it 3 m0uulul pleasure to bear this teS-
tim0ny 70 hisgeat worth. 10 him tbeappcals
Of charity were never mado IN vain. and the
wants % the destitute in bis section never went
uuhecded Few men have lived 70 be more
iosei tew have died aloSe !amented Hin
chester Times.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
MARRIED.

On the 18th inst, at the Church Of the Epipha-
nv. In Washington City, by the Rev. DIR. Hall.
GEORGE W. THOMPSON, Of New York City. 10
Mis- JOSEPHINE AUGUSTA, second daughter
OF Col Charles Mortimer, for a short time resi-
dent Of this County.
On the lith inst, in the German Reformed
Church in Sharpsburg, Nd, By Rev John A.
Adams, DR.. JOSHUA GREGG GIBSON. formerly
of this County, 10 Miss ALICE b. GROVE. eldest
daughter of Jacob II. Grove, ESQ, Of Sharpsburg
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE.
Ready for spring.

Now that old Winter Is about to exchange his
garb for robes OF brighter hue, our young men, and
the old ones too, will be casting about for Of
Fashions Emporiums where the best and most sty
lsh outfits can be obtained for the least outlay
We have no hesitation ia commenting ~ all such
nqrrcrs the House OF c. II. DAVIS 4 Co., ll9 Bal
tilnore Street, near South Street, Balsmorc.--
These gentlemen have tuIl assortment Of the new
est and most fashionable Spring Goods, aud will
make them in a style to suit the most fastidious-
See advertisement.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

EXPLOSION oN THE BALTIMORE AND ONO
RALRoAD.-A terrible locomotive explosion
occurred near Littleton. on the Baltimore and
Ohio railroad. about 35 miles from Wheeling
on Thursday afternoon, by which three men,
Otto Burren, George Arts and +. johnson,
were almost instantly killed The locomotive
or engine was attached TO the western bound
lightning express freight train, and was as
ccnding the grade near Littleton when the ex-
plosion occurred The three men were on the
engine, Burrell being the supervisor Of trains,
Arts engineer and johnson fireman, and were
killed instantly. The locomotive was thrown
completely over.
The body Of Arts was blown forward and
to one side about hundred yards. He was
still living when approached, but expired in a
few minutes. Mr.. Burrell was blown back
ward, alghting not far from the rear of the
train. The conductor saw him fall, and says
he came down directly on his head. lie was
dead when picked up. Mr.. johnson was
blown directly over the bank, some twenty
five or thirty feet, and was instantly killed
Every stitch Of clothing was torn from his per-
son, and was found, SOME of it hanging on the
telegraph wires, and the rest in the tree tops.
The tender was torn 70 pieces aud the car next
to il WAS turned over. The rest Of the train
was uninjured Nothing is known of the cause
of the explosion.-lP hee,ing Register.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

In the United States Senate on Friday Mr..
Wilson lRepublcanl presented a preamble and
resolution reciting the arrest and confinement
Of Jefferson Davis and the charges against
him. and declaring that his longer confinement
without trial. or time being fixed for trial,
is not in accordance with the laws, the Consti-
tuition, or the national honor, and recommend
ing that he lie brought 10 speedy trial or
released from imprisonment on bail or on his
own recognizance The resolution was order
ed 20 be printed.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

Advices by the cable up TO Friday II is
reported that the Emperor Napoleon is in ia
vor Of the confederation Of France, Holland,
Belgium and Switzerland against Prussia
Active operations have been resumed against
Paraguay, aud at thelast advices the Brazilian
feet was shelling the Publications Of Humaita
With respect TO the war between Spain on the
one hand and Chill and Peru on the other it is
reported that when last heard from the Span
ish squadron was pursuing the combined fleets
Of Chill and Peru.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

MATERxAI. CRUELTY-We understand that
a negro girl LIKING with Mr.. Peter Wise. near
Mt. Crawford gave birth to an illegitimate
clild while milking the cows in the barn yard,
about month since. To conceal her guilt.
she buried the infant in the straw which had
been pulled down from the stack ~ the cattle
4 short time after the occurrence, the childs
cries attracted the attention Of some members
Of Mr. Wise's family, and its whereabouts indi-
Gated. 1t was found "alive and kicking" and
taken 10 the house. The mother at first denied
having given birth TO it, but when the proofs
were irresistibly fixed upon her, she acknowl-
edged it. The infant is well and hearty.
Rockingham Register.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

Mn. WILSON, of Massachusetts,, argues the
question of reconstruction like shrewd party
manager, as he is. If we keep these States
out much longer we will lose our hold, none of
the strongest as it is, in Pennsylvania and New
York, TO say nothing of some other States
rather shaky. If we admit them with negro
suffrage, why, we ought to be able to control
North and South Carolina and Louisiana, aud
stand good chance for all the others except
Virginia, especially as we will be backed by
the present so-called loyalists, and are in posi-
ton to remove the disfranchisement from every
leading rebel who will not turn and help us TO
organize our party. This was the substance
of bis speech yesterday, very neatly couched,
il is true. in phrases about liberty and progress,
and the party of freedom and the rights Of
man, and those magnificent generalisms in
which Radical speakers deal SO largely; so that
a question of constitutional right is resolved
into one of mere party success.-Nat. mt, 2lSt.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

GEx. LEES PoRTBAIT-The handsome oil
portrait Of Glen. Robert T. Lee, by Mr.. Hector
caches, of this city, was ratified last night, at
the Mansion House, in the presence Of large
number Of spectators, most of whom were per-
sonaly interested in the result Mr. Frank
Wilson. a gentleman connected with the inter-
nal revenue collectors Office in this district.
was the winner Of the prize, being the one Of
the four who threw forty-threc. who, at the
second trial, threw foTty-one. There were one
hundred aud fifty chances at two dollars each.
After the throwing Mr. Wilson was offered
more than one hundred dollars for his picture,
but declined to accept that sum.-Alerandrid
Gdzctfce. 2lSt
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

A country editor in Texas thus speaks of
his vexations:-''Nexer have we been so
bothered as at present. We have lost nearly
our whole years supply Of meat--our oversight
is afTected-dunned daily for small deb;s-no-
body to 90 to the mill for bushel Of meal
with thousand other things to annoy us
We are willing TO sacrifice all this, and more.
to give the public a good paper, and hope to
meet with a Just reward.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
Grand Piano.

The Grand Piano of Mrs. ~ G. DousLass, which
is elsewhere in this paper advertised f,r sale p,i
rately, has been kindly rendered for at the Con
cert tomorrow night. Persons having in view the
purchase Of Piano, have an excellent opportunity
presented FOR hearing one Of unrivalled sweetness
and power"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
[ From the Hagerstora (Md.) Nal. !

"THE VIRGINIA FREE PRESS, one of our
most valued exchanges, published at Charles
town, Va, by the GALLAHERs, has lately been
enlarged. 1t is now once more full-Size, as
it has in the past enjoyed such name in point
of merit.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
EErom the IEinehe.ter 7ime.. |

THE VIRGINIA FREE Press, an old and ex-
cellent family journal, published dTCharles
town, Jefferson County. has been enlarged, and
otherwise improved. We congratulate ourold
friend "Fernents' on this exhibition Of enter
prise and success.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
[Erou, The Mnrtin.bnrn Ne,, Fro. !

THE cold Family Journal" the Charestown
Free Press, comes to us in an enlarged form,
and greatly improved in appearance, as well
as in the amount and variety of its reading
matter. We are glad to notice this evidenee
Of prosperity. Long may it wave.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

Gov. WIsE.-We learn that a request TO
Governor Henry A. Wise, to deliver an address
to the colored people Of this city, was circula-
ted amongst the most respectable portion Of
that class in the city. and that large number
Of them signed it, The call states that ''the
colored people of this city. approaching their
altered political condition since the passage OF
the SHERMAN bill" by Congress, arc DESTROYS
of hearing his views on their privileges and du-
ties in their present condition 1t has been
intimated that Gov Wi,c would give fayora-
bic response to a call Of this kind.-Rich. Er.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
The Virginia Free Press.
rFron a. Gsorqelo,en courisr.l

From tie GeorgeforR Courier.
TIE VIRGrsIA FREE Pass, lively and
interesting Journal published at Charlestown,
Va. comes 10 MS this week considerably en-
larced. with new head, and presenting quite
an attractive appearance. 1t was founded at
az Harper's Ferry in May, 1921, nearly forty
six wears ago. by the father Of the present pro-
prietors and until wars devastation impover
ished the people, had invariably been well sus-
tanned. We always like to perlse the Judi
ciouslv filled pages Of the Old Family Jour
nal" as the people in the western part of the
Old Dominion familarly term it. Tie enlarge
meut adds fully three columns additional Of
reading matter, while the price is unchanged,
and it IS now the same size Of the COURIER.
We congratulate the Messrs. Gallaher on this
evidence Of returning prosperity, and trust the
Free Press may continue 10 meet with that
abundant patronage which 1t 50 richly de-
serves.
Froa, the Geo-getorH Courier Of the 2Srd.l
THE VIRGINIA FREE Passive fell into
an error or two last week in noticing the Free
Press. Instead of saying the enlargement af-
fnrdcl "three columns additional matter" we
should have said six for such is the fact We
estimated for only one side, obivious, in the
hurry of the moment, of the fact that there are
two sides to a newspaper as there are to every
other thing. Our grOSSeSt error, however was
almost objectionable. The statement by us
that the Free Press was "founded forty-six
wears ago by the father of the present proprie-
tors, must have caused H. ~ and W. W. b.
Gallaher, the editors, To smile at the idea of
their brother John s., who is hale and hearty,
and we believe resident of the District, being
regarded as their father. Though the error was
natural, 46 years not being vouchSated to ma
ny newspaper conductors, as such, we are ne
yertheless willing to acknowledge our error.
I'VE are grateful to our contemporaries for
kindly notices of the Free Press, but especially
DO We acknowledge our indebtedness to our
friends of the Georgetown Couuer for clever
illusions to the "Old Family Journal" They
have, however, fallen into an error, which we
correct here. John S. Galahcr is the brother
of II. y. Gallahcr, and w. ". b. Galahcr is
the son Of H. y. G.. We make the correction,
not as a matter Of Importance, or one of inter
terest to Thereafter, but for the benefit of the Ju-
uior-he being quite young, unmarried man,
having keen sense of the beauties Of double
Llessedness and the horrors ofold bachelorsm,
and exercised lest the notice Of our Georgetown
friends may have damaging effect upon him
with the fair sex
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

We have received "Godey's Lady's Book" for
April-a very sprightly and entertaining number,
full Of useful hints to hoasekeepers, well as in
structiye and agreeable reading matter Tho
Spring novelties in the way of fashions will be cs
pecially attractive to cur lady friends.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
Furnace Farm.

This farm which has several times been ndvcr-
tsed, and for various the sale deferred, will
be sold before the Court House In Shepherdstown,
on Monday, April sth, (CourtDay.J
This is desirable property, improved productive,
and convenient 70 Railroad Canal, &c. See the
advertisement in this paper.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
Religious.

The Reverend Fathers SHEA and FnEE Of the So
cieiy Of jesus, will commence Retreat, or course
Of Spiritual Exercises at the Catholic Church Har-
Per's Ferry, on Sunday next, March 3lst. These
Exercises viii continue during one week.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
Page Courier.

Page Courier.
We have received the second number Of the Pegs
Valley Courier, which is printed at Luray, Page
County. We congratulate the people Of the Lgray
Valley upon the appearance, in their midst, Of u
journal well printed, and so judiciously filed.
We wish for il abundant success.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

The Bank q FirSinis having assigned allits
eilssa % 3. g. Tsrdy AMI D. g. Saunders. as
9rueoas. thsss geOtlsmeD have Instructed the
oficsIs q ths H2nk IL EACH lity z'l,eTe branch
q flis e5Hss Uls loc2taS 20 notify 2n persons
indicted 90 she SANK. whose delts originated
Tzi0r T. 5aiy Isl 1851. tosaake payment v.ith-
out delay b naliGLal cu-Iescy, and that TIE
s,oies 81 tie Bank ~ br4Hches vii not loueer
S. re,atrei u payment pi such debts.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

MILITIA D.-Gcncral Schobcld has
ordered the officers Of the negro battalion of
this city todisbsnd their organizations. These
officers were summoned before him on Friday
last, and So his question of the object Of their
organization, they replied that it was to serve
in the militia. The General told them that
the recent order forbade all such organizations,
and they must disbaud He also refused their
request that they might remain organized until
after the 81 Of April they stating that uniforms
and equipments had been purchased, aud every
preparation made for grand parade on that
day.-Richn0Rd Tines.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

ADJOURNMENT OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY.
After passing the bill for the payment of
the interest on the State debt, the House OF
Delegates evincel an indisposition to take up
any other business, and motion TO adjourn
was made and carried.
The Senate remained in session an hour af-
ter the adjournment of the House, doing, how
ever, nothing of importance. 1t adjourned a
bout one o'clock
The President of the Senate made few re-
marks. and concluded by declaring III, Senate
adjourned until Wednesday the 10th Of April,
at u O'clock Richmond Wig, 22d.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
rFrom III Spitit Of Jcferson. ]

IMPRoyEMENT.-The Free Press made its
appearance last week in an enlarged form, and
greatly improved in appearance, as well as in
the amount and variety of its reading matter.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

The Tennessee National Bank, George Rut-
ger President, has been placed in the hands Of
tie fscoivef. individual depositors are safe,
bus /; Is understood the State Of Tennessee loses
heavily.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28

The CONFEDERATE RAM MERBIMAC.-The
wreck of the old ram Mcrrimac, constant
terror to steamers and other vessels passn to
and from Norfolk in the nighttime, is shortly
to be removed by means of torpedo. Several
attempts have been made to raise the wreck,
have all failed, and she has since been lying in
the river with buoy placed at the spot where
she sunk. Five large iron tanks are being
built. similar to the ordinary watcr-tanks, Of
strong boiler iron, aud viii hold two or three
hundred pounds Of powder. These torpcdoes
will be placed beneath the hull Of tic ramand
ignited by means Of galvanic battery.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
To Builders.

To Bulldefs.
See advertisement Of Mr. MATHEW QuTss Of
Harper's Ferry. He has for saIe Brick, Lumber,
Latb, Hair, &C. Country produce received in pay
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
Notify Us

Subscribers changing their residences by which
corresponding changes in their Newspaper address
will be necessary, will please notify Us.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
Professional Visit.

In consequence Of the inclemcnt weather, d..
NcCoESrcK has postponed his witt to this place
Ill the 8th Of April.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
From he yhepherds,o,,n Regi,ter.l

From ne ShepherdstoTH Heg's'er.I
The FREE Press Of Charlcstown has been
enlarged and otherwise improved. Success to
We, brother FeTReRt
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
LOCAL & BUSINESS SUMMARY
The Concert.

The Concert viii Oh will be given under the aus
pices of the Christian Association Friday to
morrow Evening. viii be for the benefit Of that
most worthy institution for such we trustth s. c.
comel which has since its foundation been the in
strument of SO much good to this community. We
regret that, owing to the failure of its numerous pa
irons heretofore to give it that support which il
was hoped would be continued to be extended To il,
there was necessity to invoke again the generous
aid Of the ladies and gentlemen who so kindly came
to its relief last year. But whilst We derlore tho
fact that these efforts arc needed for the mainte-
nance of the Christian Association-an organira-
ton that ought to be self-sustaining and which
ought always to secure the prompt support of our
communicative have reason to congratulate tho
public at large upon the opportunities which its
necessities afford for the enjoyment of rare and most
attractive musical entertainments.
1t is to be regretted that il has been suggested
that the proceeds of this Concert should be devoted
to another object than that originally designated.
Instead Of furtherng the charity to which this pro-
position has referred we are persuaded that in
considerable damage would be done TO il by the a.
doption of this suggestion. IL would afford of-
portunity 10 many 10 excuse themselves from be-
slowing any further contributions upon our dis.
tressed and starving friends in the South upon the
plea that they had through this Concert done some
thing in aid Of this holy charity which appeals so
knowingly and eloquently for help TO every beneyo-
lent heart. We rant the scale Of contribution TO ne
reefofo our Southern brethren 10 Be eierGtcd much a.
bore tie price Of a ticket 10 concert. Whilst we
have not escaped many of the severest priyations
of war, our granarics are groaning and crushing
beneath the weight Of the abundant harvest with
which Providence in his goodness rewarded the
tolls of our husbandmen last Autumn. Let this be
poured out frcely-not by the 6Jy cents north, but
by the bushcl and the barrel!
We desire that not even the chance shall be given
to any one to soothe his conscience with the idea
that he has done anything for our sgeriag Jrie"d'
By purchasing ticket for concert where rich
and ample compensation viii be returned for the
money expended in the enjoyment afforded.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
Our Southern Brethren.

We are glad to say, says the Baltimore Ga
zettc, that although the people of Maryland
have taxed themselves heavily to aid our sui-
fering brethren of the South, there is no sign
of faltering in the work of well doing. Day
by day supplies are still being forwarded to the
naked and the hungry. And many generous
hearts which have not been bound to the
South by the same sympathetic ties which uni
ted the late Confederate States and Maryland
have also come to the rescue and are contribu-
ting to the necessities of the haplesS men, wo-
men and children who are so sorely pressed
1t gives us pleasure to publish letter which
was received yesterday by Mr.. John I. Ford
from the eminent tragedian Mr.. Edwin Forrest,
enclosing check for five hundred dollars for
the relief of the furnishing people of the South
ern States 1t reads as follows:
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
DIED.

AtDuffeld's Derct, March 2lst, yAyCYALICE.
daughter Of Thomas and L. J. Link, sged feaF,
lnoEth. and = da,s.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-03-28
To Committees in the school Districts

The gentlemen who are appointed in the School
Districts 20 wal, ON the citizens Of the County and
solicit contributions for the relief Of destitute
friends in the South are informed that they are
empowered to enlarge their committees whenever
they think it advisable and also, that there will
be placed in the hands OF Agents at the following
Depots, by to-day, 2sth, bags for distribution a
mong those who viii contribute corn, viz
Manageable. Dg6ie'ds, Hailtotrn, Chsrieao,rH,
CanseroHs, Samsaa Peiaf.
Those, therefore, who have corn 10 give, can end
bags at these depots to contain it.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE.