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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

SELF DEPESDESoE.-M an unwise pa
rent works hard and lives sparingly all bis lifo
for the purpose Of leaving enough to give hii
children start in the world, az it is called
Setting young man afost with money ief.
him by bis relations is like tying bladder IN
the arms Of one who cannot swim-ten charces
10 one he will loso his bladders and 60 TO The
bottom. Teach him 10 swim, and be. will not
need the bladders. Give your children good
education. Sec TO it that his morals are pare,
his mind cultivated and bis whole nature rsdc
subservient TO the laws which govern man, and
YOU will be Of more value than the wealth OF
the Indies. You have given him start which
no misfortune can deprive him Of The earlier
you teach him to depend upon bis own resorT-
ces and the blessing Of God, the better
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

General Pope has issued an order disavow-
ing the action Of the Post Commandant at Mo-
bile in Suppressing a Radical newspaper for
publishing an incendiary article. He advo-
Gates the utmost freedom of speech and press
consistent with law; directs that no soldier
shall interfere with speakersor journals on any.
pretext declares however, that reasonable
utterances are not the legitimate exercise OF
freedom of discussion, but that even in such ca
ses no action must be taken except under di-
rect orders from headquarters.
Some five hundred negroes have petitoned
Gen. Pope to depoSe the Mayor and Aldermen
of Savannah. The negroes allege they can
not expect justice at the hands of the present
authorities. They also recommend man
named Curtis for Mayor. The latter is said 10
have promised the petitioners full share Of
the spoils OF Office.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13
VIRGINIA FREE PRESS.
Thursday, June Is. 1857.

WILL SOMEBODY RECONSTRUCT BRowSLow
The New York Herald says, now that slavery
is abolished, and the war is over. and Congress
has put the machinery for the reconstruction OF
the South in motion. and Greeley has given
straw bail for JEFF Davis, will not somebody
set to work and reconstruct Parson Brownlow,
of Tennessee? According TO all accounts his
militia, under the pretence Of preserving the
peace, are keeping the whole country in state
Of DISCRIMINATION and terror His recent brief
address TO the blacks, ike all his violent hsrsn-
CUES, was calculated to do mischief and to in
cite disturbances. lie needs reconstruction az
badly as the most unrepentant rebel Of the
South.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13
No One Like a Mother.


A poor old wornsn lsy upon hsf SICK bed IN
close uncomfortable room, with a daughter
and little grsndchild to take care Of her. But
whom do YOU think this aged wcmsn called Tor
all the time, and lonsed to have come and nurse
her?
Il was " mother"-her own mother.
40. there's nobody like mother to take care
of you when you are sick" she said.
A person present asked how long her mother
had been dead.
"Abou, fifty years. J reckon" she answered
Do you think you will remember your mo-
,hor's loving care for fifty years. No doubt
you will, If God spares your life. You may
think but little of it now, but you will think I"
great deal of it then. This woman's children
and grandchildren had grown up about her.
but her heart reached back over all that waste
of years to the time when she was child at
her mothers side.
1t was for mother" mother that our
poor boys, in tent and hospital, called and
prayed, when sick and wounded they were laid
down TO die.
o, there. is nobody Ike mother in love and
care for us. What return are you making her
every day for oil she does for you? Do your
feet run willingly to do her bidding, as soon
as it is known? Do you Try to save her trou-
bic, aud tighten all her burdens : D, nothing
in this world can do il so e!lectually as to know
that her children are growing up good, aud
noble. and useful in the world.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13
The Boy and the Bachelor.

A man who was never married relates bis
experience with some other persons child, IS
follows:
The other day, in an unguardcd moment, !
accepted the charge and custody of syoung
gentleman who wore CATERS and King Charles
II. hat and feather. His sponsors in baptism
had given him ono name-circumstances an
other. His latter sppellation. Buster" His
age, as he. informed me, was going on sevcn.-
When he made up his mind that we were to
be left together he eyed me malevolently mo-
ment, snd Immediately commenced the follow
ing system Of torture
What was my name and my brothers and
my fathers name, and why? What was che
reason, if didn't have any little boys, didn't
have any little girls? All this put as one
question, with no stops, and gradual iufiec-
ton Was them buttons gold in my sleeve,
and why? How much did they cost? Did
they cost one hundred and fifty-fve dollars p
If they didn't cost one hundred and fifty dol
lars. what would be the price of gold house
with gold furniture and gold staircase? Did
| ever see house with these auriferous pecu-
lisrities2
No.
What then would be the cost Of s silver car
rage and a gold harness? What, then, would
be the cost of leaden carriage with iron har-
ness And why? Did know why the flies
walked on the ceiling? Could / walk on the
ceiling Not if had one man TO hold my
head and another my legs? Why couldn't
Couldn't if was giant? Did / ever see
giant? Was | personally acquainted with
any? Did ever see them cat What was
my business? and did know any stories and
why?
This afforded plan Of relief, ! instantly
started in the history of my previous life and
adventures. l invested all my relations and
friends with supernatural attributes, and made
myself creation something between Genii and
Robinson Crusoe. ! made the most astonish-
ing voyages and saw the mot remarkable oc-
currences drew literally from the Arabian
Nights and Baron Munchausen. Whenever
saw the open mouth address itself to motion,
as though twould speak" brought in a rock
or geni, or a casket Of diamonds, and took
away the unhappy clild's breath in the
midst of an animated description Of the Hoar-
hound islands and adventures in the damp
caves, where the candies hung in long stalac-
tites, the parents happily returned. hurried
ly received their thanks and left. But | have
the secret satisfaction Of knowing that all that
pept-up torrent Of questions burst on the un-
happy father, and that geographical inquiries
regarding the locality Of Floating Island
the Blanc Mango archipelago" and the
Valley Of Cream Cakes will be heneeforth his
dreadful lot to meet and answer
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13
POETICAL.
One by One.

One by one the sands are flowing,
One by one the moments fall
Some are coming, some are GONG
Do not strive to grasp them aii.
One BY one thy duties wait thee,
Let thy whole strength go to each,
Let no future dreams elste thee,
Learn thon tirst what these can teach.
One by one bright gifts from Heaven
Joys are sent thee here below;
Take them readily when given,
Ready, too, to let them 20.
One BY one shy gifts shall meet thee,
Do not fear an armed band
One will fade as others greet thee
Shadows passing through the land.
Do not look at life's long sorrow
See howsmall each moments pain
God will help thee for tomorrow,
So each day begin sgsin.
Every hour that fleets 90 slowly,
Has its task 20 do or bear;
Luminous the crown, and holy,
When each gem is set with care.
Do not linger with regretting,
Or for passing hours despond,
Nor, the daily toll forgetting,
Look too eagerly beyond.
Hours are golden links, Gods token,
Reaching Heaven; one By one
Take them, lest the chain be broken
Ere the pilgrimage be done.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13
,-InGINIA FREE PRS.
TERMS.

~z-Ths EaEr Pass is published weekly ~ I'eo
r,rt-. su,l Ftfty Cents per 0HRuH "a aaeoHee.
-,g- one Dollar and Fifty Cea,' for 'S- Wo";hs.
The terms Of advertising are, for square
ftsu Hnesr or less, One Dallar and Fyty CsHi' ioF
ts-se iusertious-lsrger ones in the sane proper
sion Each continuance Tkirty.fvs CsH''.
rs-No advertisement TO be considered 0y 'uS
month or year unless specified on the Nane4Si'P''
or previously-ugreed upon between the PaFeeS-
rS-An advertisement not marked on the copy
oras9eciasd number ofiassrtons VIII be continued
upt ordered out. and payment exae'ed accordingly
es-Rss-t,s AovzErsExESrs.-To avoid any
-,i.B,5s-.,.a.a- on the part Of the Annual AdveT-
t..rs il b proper 20 state distinctly that their pri
,..r.gs sp.v extends 20 their immediate business
R..I Estate. Legal and sl other sdvertisementss sent
R diem 90 De an additional charge, and no var'a-
sion. .,,
.-q- Obituary Notices Of moro than Eve lines VIII
llclas-cd tor.
JOB WORK Posters. sale Bills, Circulars,
Cards. &C., executed promptly, neatly, ana Al 'aif
prices.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

From the mine lately discovered on the farm
of Nj Michael House, near Grinnage, in this
County, on Saturday, we were shown by DR..
Paul Gregory, gentleman engaged exclusively
in developingth mineral resources ofthis State,
the richest specimen of copper ore we ever saw,
if ore it may be called, for twas at least ninety
per cent. pure metal. The doctor, who has
purchased this mine, and is making prepara-
tons to work it at once upon large scale, in-
formed us that this was no select specimen,
but that the whole mine promises yield Of e.
DUAL richness. : WdrreptOn Sentinel.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13
NEW JEWELRY STORE.

TIRE subscriber would most respectfully an
nOunce TO the citizens Of Charlestown and vi
cfnitv, that he has opened splendid assortment Of
Watches and Jewelry, including, in part,
Gold and silver Watches,
Of various grades all Of which will be warranted as
represented; also Jewelry Of all kinds, sreh as
GOLD SETS, EAR RINGS, FINGER RINGS,
SPECTACLES, EYEGLASSES,
in VARIETY and in fact everything usually kept IN
a store OF the kind l would slso announce that
have secured the services Of competent woTSmSn
On v-,tcbss and repsiring jrwelry, so that all who
NAV y-apt ANYTHING done in the line Of repairing OF
watches. clocks or jewelry, may rely upon having
il done In the most workmsnlike style and all work
will be warranted as represented.
would, therefore, ask call, as am determined
10 suit purchasers and please all who may be dis
pos.d 10 pstronire me. Room the one elately occu-
pied bv McIntvre and Rsllston.
Sept. s. lsG8-ly. L. DlNhLE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

MARRIED LlYE As IT SHOULD Bg.-MArried
life is the state Of highest bessedness on earth,
the nearest approach 70 the bliss of Eden. In
this true conjugal union, which was hallo"ed
by love from heaven, all the best Characters
tics of men and women arc developed ard bar
monized in the happiest way for social ss well
as domestic enjoyment, and the true improve
rnent Of mankind. Wherever we find thisPcr-
feet un;on Of husband aud wife, there is high
or tyns Of character in both than either could
reach without this mutual sympathy ard aid.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

A couple of New Lebanon Shakers got mar
ried recently, in open violation Of all law and
order as propounded by that sect. Both the
parties were young and had carried on ~
respondence for some time, although they had
never spoken to one another The correspon-
dence was discovered, however. and the young
man was expelled whereupon the young lady
fed. reioined her true love, and they were mar
ried according to the rites of the outer world.
Considerable indignation and excitement exists
in consequence among the family"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

NATIONAL BANK or VIRaINIA.-The Ma
tional Bank of Virginia, in Richmond, has
ceased to be Depository Of the United States.
The officers of the institution believing it would
inure more 30 the profit of the Bank to sell and
put into their business the bonds lodged in the
Treasury as security for the Government de-
posts made application for their withdrawal.
This application, upon satisfactory examina-
ton being made of its conduct in that capacity.
was granted and the fact made public by Off
cial advertisement.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

MARRYING FOR SHow-To the question Of
ten asked Of young men ss to why they do
not marry, we sometimes hear the reply" am
no, able to support a wife," In one case in
three, perhaps. this may be so; but. as gen.
ersl thing. the true reply would be; Il am
not able 10 support the style in which think
my wife ought to live" In this again we see
a false view Of marrisge-looking to an sppear--
ance in the world, instead of union with q
loving woman for her own sake. There are
very few men Of industrious habits who cannot
maintain wife, if they were willing 10 live
economically and without reference 70 the o.
pinion Of the world, The great evil is, they
are not willing to begin life humble, 10 retire
together into an obscure position, and togethef
work their way in the world, by industry ~
his calling, and she by dispensing with pru
dence the money that ne earns. But they must
stand out and attract the attention Of Others by
the fine houses and fine clothes.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

The Warrenton Sentinel says that the United
States mail between the famous Stone House.
on the battlefield, and Manassas Station. dis
tance Of FIVE and half miles, is carried by
little girl of not more than fourteen years of
age. As her mail matter is not very bulky.
she carries it in the pocket Of her riding habit;
and though she sits her steed gracefully. and
goes at breakneck speed, she rides without sad
die or stirrup, merely using in their stead
common saddle blanket
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

WORDS. Think lightly aswe may, they are
the wardrobe of immortal thought---the wing
on which that thought goes out from tho brain
that conceived and the bosom that rocked IL,
to other men or other times. Think OF them as
we viii, tho words we lisped in infancy Will be
the last we murmur in death. They we're pure
and uncontaminated, born in the atmosphere
of mothers love and beneath the clear heaven
of her mild eye, aud will be forever sacred 10
the memory" Learn other tongues we may
wander in strange lsnds--but, like the dying
Swiss. We shall say our last sigh, in the words
wherein we learned to clothe our thoughts at
the first. The loom Of all thought. the tint Of
all feeling. tho treasury Of all memories, what
nobler gifts have we than Language, aud What
would the world not give for one glimpse ~
the rough characters which il carved on The
sycamore bark before tie advent Of the "eyli
days 2"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

BECAREFUL HOW YOU SPEAK.-Hush why
should you speak against the character OF ie-
male? Itis all she has 20 depend upon IN thls
world. Jus; give the impression wings that
she is not as good as she should be, and it ~ill
fly to every nook and corner Of the town. The
story you whisper viii return in tones Of thun-
der. 20 astonish even yourself, who was tie first
guilty wretch to repeat 50 base story. A
word has often proved the roin Of virtuous
soul-a word thoughtlessiy spoken. It may be,
reported by an evil mind. Suppress any
thought which, if uttered, might injuTe the
character Of another A thoughtmay be stliied
at is BIRTH but word spoken may never be
lost. Weigh everything you utter, 50 that
none nay misconstrue your language or re-
ccivs a wrong impression. Above all. never,
even in jest, whisper words which, if true,
would throw blight upon spotless reputa-
ton.
- ssnh-~sn-ls r,rvt--z-g ffst '(Jye
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

WATCH THE APPLE TREEs.--This is just
the time for farmers and fruit cultivation. TO
carefully examine their apple trees for the
worms that are preparing for a vigorous Sum
mer campaign. 4 few hours labor now while
the worms are young and small, and Just as
they are preparing their nests. will he Of great
advantage to the trees, snd WILL perhaps, save
them from any serious deprcdations from their
vorsciOus enemies.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

An unknown individual. who claims 10 he
United States Marshal under the orders Of Cen
eral Pope, addressed public meeting in Tai
lapoosa. Ala, on the Goth ult., in the most OBJ
scene and insulting language cursing and defy
ing the white citizens present, and melting the
negroes in a most outrageous manner. No
riot occurred. however, and the individual rode
away from town with the name and tale Of his
horse shorn close.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

CoLoRED SCHOOLS N VRGISIA.-Numerous
applications. both from white citizens and from
the colored people. are received almost daily
nt the freedmen's bureau for the establishment
Of colored schools in localities in Virginia where
hitherto there have heen none. A number OF
Southern ladies Of the highest social position
have engaged in the volunteer labors Of teach
ing the colored children.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

INTEnEsTIYG Yesterday, while a
number Of workmen were engaged in repairing
the building known as the Old Capitol. one Of
them found three copies of the National Intel
Lqencer, dated in January, 1901. being the 93d
number of the paper. Two of the copies were
torn and mutilated, and were given away by
the person who found them, while the other
one. which was nearly in a perfect state, was
retained for himself, notwithstanding he was
offered as high as five dollars in gold for it.
inteligencer.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

DAHK HouRs.-To every man there arc ma
NJ, many dark hours, when be feels inclined
to aband'n bis best enterprise-wben bis
hearts dease:i hopes appear delusge-hours
when lie feels unequal to the burden, when all
his aspirations seem worthless. Let 10 one
think that be alone has dark hours. They arc
the common lot OF humanity. They are touch
stones 10 try whether we are current coin OF
not
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

Henry S. Foote is determined 20 start in
time for the next political speculation. He
has declared himself for female suffrage
There seems some good reason for this, now
that the men are excluded from voting. Inc
Southern people may perhaps find It smart III
thing to establish female suffrage mere. IL
would be interesting TO see the Radicals woolng
the votes Of our ies.-Riehmond inquirer.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

THE MYSTERIOUS PRIsoSEB.--Capt. John
G. RYAN. who was arrested and confined in
1865 as the supposed John H. Surratt. is now
on his way 10 Washington TO prosecute the go
vernment for false Imprisonment The cir
cunstsnces connected with his case were Pc
culiarly trying and aggravating g-P Peter'burg
ErSress
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

Joseph II. Jackson, prominent lawyer Of
Poughkeepsie, while walking with his wife,
was shot down by his own sou recently IN that
city, and is now in very precsrious condition.
The young man who did the shooting is insane
and had escaped from the Utica Lunstic Asy-
lum.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13
GUSTAVE BROWN,
g. nfactiOner.


Blessings Old Stand, ChGrtesto''H' Isg. To-
WEST VIRGINIA.,
HE EEPS constantly on hand large, fresh and
n general assortment Of
French and American
CONFECTIONERIES,
Embracing every kind and variety. Also, all kinds
of Nuts, Canned Fruits, Rsisins, Currants, Dates
Figs, Citron, Liuuorice Oranges, Lemons, &c, DC.
Pound, Sponge, Fruit and all other kinds of
CAKE
constantly on hand, and warranted equal TO the
best that can be manufactured.
~ He is ready at all times to I'll orders for
WEDDINGS, PARTIES, &c, u any extent do
sired, and on as reasonable terms as can be had
elsewhere. g..
sss-Trulv grateful N the citizens Of the County
generally, for the very liberal patronage extended
10 him since his commencement OF business IN
Charlesiown, he respectfully solicits renewal OF
their favOrs bis best endea7ors shall be used to
serve them acceptably.
January 3 lS67-tE
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13
STOVES! STOVES!
A STOVES,
ESA AND HES3
SHEET IRON ESTABLISHMENT,
n ~. CS...y HIo,l.cfo,,,


TIME undersigned have on hand and are constant
ly manufacturing at their Tinware, Stove, and
Sheet Iron Establishment. in Charlestown, every
in their line of business-made OF the best material
and by experienced workmen. The stock now in
their Ware Room, comprises every useful article
known 20 the housekeeper, and any article called
for or any amount Of Goods desired can be furnished
with dispatch.
BUCKETS of all sizes, COFFEE POTS Of the most
approved patterns, Cullenders, SPits, Steamers,
Cake Screws, Cake Cutters, Flour Boxes, Hatty
Pans OF various patterns, Basins, C6amoer W are,
Pitchers. Measures of all sires, and Painted Toilet
Ware. Their stock OF
SHEET IRON WARE,
comprises every article In the Culinary and House
keeping department Their stock oil
STOVES
srbrsees everv variety of WOOD and COAL
STO YES, among which may be found the follow
ing approved patterns:
sizes, for Wood; Noble Cook, sizes, for Coal or
Wood; Exteusion-top Mt. Vernon; Winons, ST.
ses for Wood; Nine Plate Stoves for WoOd-plain
and boiler top; Defiance King, sizes; Scotehman
Cook, si1es; Cottager, sizes, Coal; Nesper
Star, 3sizes, Coal Grecian CAgital, sizes, oos
Radiator sizes Coal; Magic Temple, ) sizes, Tor
Wood; Laura, sizes, Wood. Also, Parlor, Star
Co,tsger, and Franklin, all sizes.
Possessing every facility known 70 the business
they are pi epared to execute with the utmost
promptness, all kinds OF
Building and Job Work.
Tin Roofing, linking and Spouting done to order
and in the best manner.
Merchants desrous of replenishing their stock o.
Tin or Sheet Iron Ware, will ind il 10 their advan
tage 10 deal with them. They will make liberia
discount 10 merchants when articles are bought by
the quantity. They will also take in exchange foi
Tin Ware Rags, BeeswaI, Wool, Sheepskins, Bee
Hides, Old Copper, Old Brass and Pewter.
Thankful for past iavors and with determine
ton 20 merit the increasing patronage of the com
munity, we respectfully solicit call from all wht
desire purchasing any article in our line OF bust
ness. Terms are such as cannot fail 10 please
/ Sept. a. 1866. MILLER SAILh'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13
NOTICE.

IAyING been solicited BY many friends to
open au Office az the County,Sest' tINe tn's
--.-rrG .f announcing nv compliance with their
Ar.- january lst 1867, shall be al shepherds
t..-r .u Monday. Tuesday and Wednesday oteaca
.s..k. attic Recorder Office, and the residue AZ
s.r a.fc. fri Harper's Ferry.
Prompt attention will be given 20 al business
s..h which may be entrusted.
--4 cake this opportunity % return my thanks
g mn friends and the public in general for the ma
.. acc, blindness ofWhich have been The recip'-
:. A. COX,
r,r I>F--er- Attorney az Lag.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13
LIFE is an enigma. We are here to-day

LIFE Is an enigma. We are here to-day
and activity and hustle. and Tomorrow we arc
gone. We die, but the world MOVES OF as
when we were actors on the stage. Asve crop
away, others take our place and We aFe sc-Fce-
ly missed. Thus since the creat.cn' n,A
breathes, moves aud dies. II there ~ere nct
solution to this enigms. beyond the ooaaSes Of
the grave, bow dull, meagre and uhsstisiyiag
would he the few hours we pass on earta.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-06-13

CAYENNE PEPPER, mixed with fine road
dust, sif.ed over young vines, will prevent their
destruction by striped bugs The same, mixed
with little sulphate Of soda, and both mixed
with moist meal, will save young chickens
from death by "gapes."