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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-30
PERFECT MATERIAL,
AND TO EKPLoY NONE But
Competent Workmen.
thoroughly skilled in their business, he can promise
Boots and Shoes.

for Gentlemen, Ladies' Misses and Children, in
style that cannot be surpassed. He also obligates
himself to make all repairs made necessary by the
riDping of work sold or made at his establishment
His REAbYNADE WORK, which viii be
sold at the most reasonable figures has been selec-
ted with the greatest care, and to the Ladies who
have so literally patronized him in the past, he IS
able to give guarantee that nothing wlil De sold
from his shop. that is not strictly what be recon-
mends it 10 be- He has no desire to deceive, but
wishes 10 make living BY straight forward, hon
est manner of dealing.
He will keep constantly on hand large and
general stock Of the very best quality OF SOLE and
UPPER LEATHER, Calf and Morocco Skins, Lii
nings and other Findings. which he will sell at the
lowest prices for cash. He respectfully asks cell
from the public.
1ss-He also intends tn keep On hand large and
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1867-05-30
VIRGINIA FREE PRESS.
"; W. y; W. 1Bhia q. hGiAahlLAnER, Editors.

Charlestown, Jefferson County.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25
TlfARRIK0Eg.

|DAvIS--SCOTT. At New Hope on tho 7th Of
December, by Rev. J. J. Eagle, Capt c. Davis
to Miss Elizabeth J. Scott, both Of New Hope.
ILAcKEY-BuRRuss. At Variety Springs, on
the 11th instant, by Rev. Geo. B. Taylor, Mr..
George W. Lackey to Miss Willie NJ. BURMESE
AWFORD-WILLIAMs. At the same time
and place, and by the same, Mr.. William r..
Crawford to Miss Elizabeth j. Williams.
|HARsHA-MCFALL. At Parnassus on the 9Th
instant, by A. "A. p. Neal Mr. Seymore Har-
sha, of Grant county, W. Va, to Miss Jennie
E. NJ. McFall, Of Augusta county Va.
|vINEs-HITE. On Thursday, the 18th inst,
near Greenville, by Rev w. A. Mcdonald Mr..
Isaac Newton Vines to Miss Narcissus " Hite
both of Augusta.
PSCOMB-JEFFRIES. On the 10th inst, by
Rev. s ?. Huff, Mr. Oscar c.; Lipscomb and
Miss Sue NJ. Jeffries, daughter Of A. W. JEFF
fries decd, all of Albemarle.
YATES On Tuesday, the 10Th inst,
at the residence Of the bride, near Greenville,
by Rev. William Rikerton, Mr.. Jas. r. Yates
and Miss Mamie stesle-both of AugustA.
KISLING- MILLER. On Tuesday, Dec. 10th,
atethe residence of the late Michael Miller, near
Salem, Roanoke county. by Rev. DR.. Bittle, Mr..
Geo. J. Kisling, Of Rockingham, to Miss Sallis
Miller, Of Roanoke.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

SIBsRr's IRON AND STEEL PATENT-GLoR1ous
Succrss 1T is now an ascertained and estab-
|lished fact that Mr.. Sibert has effected perhaps
the most important discovery of the present cen
|tury. In an ordinary blast furnace and by sim
gle operation he has produced large quantities Of
unadulteratsd Steel directly from the Iron ore
He has also made several casts Of Tyres. at the
Stannton Foundry for locomotive driving wheels,
which prove to be cast steel Tyres of the best
quality, and will be tested in few days on the
Virginia Central Railroad. A large number Of
intelligent, scientific gentlemen were at the cast
ling and concur in the opinion that the operation
was attended with thorough and complete success
Glorious old Virginia! Even in the darkest hour
of thy adversely there are no difficulties over
which the genius of thy sons cannot triumph
KING IRoN.-At meeting On the opening Of
the Barrow Docks, in England, Mr.. Fladstons
made q speech, in which he said: eve have
heard great deal at different times about King
Cotton, as king in England, and far be it to say
anything against his majesty, to whom wish to
be entissly loyal, But although they could not
get along without two kings at Brentford, yet OF
this class and character there are two kings in
England--there is King Iron as we'll as King Cot
TOM 1t ought to be q matter of rejoicing, con-
tinpss Mr. g., that jim these latter years esyecl-
ally, King Iron has risen out of the bowels of
the earth to assert his claim to share. of the
Sovereignty, Mr.. Gladstone, in his speech, as
serts that sthe more the use of iron advances, the
more the power of England adsances." Ought
not Virginia, with the best iron in the world to
be in condition to apply this tedask 70 hssselff
~~itfssstasd Wig.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

The Local Of the Martinsburg New Era says
Several fine Dear came into town Tuesday week;
that to make quick vinegar, praise one young lady
to another; that all the little girls in town, and
some Of the larger ones, carry string Of buttons
to improve their memories; that the sleighing is
good. and hopes that it will last till Leap Year
that there are some women whose mouths ten Doc
tors could not shut, and winds up by saying that
the reason Joseph wep. when he kissed Rachel
was, that the urchin who gets taste Of candy
he cried for more.
! V, Local is = Bachelor. Wonder if he won't let
us put him on our list?
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

Our Book TABLE.-0ur Book table is filled
with the cream of the periodicals this week
Harper's Weekly is q charming number. The
Bazaar is a fashion book that keeps up weekly
report of fashions with fine plates The first num-
Der Of Scott's Journal of useful information for
the People, has also been received. And last
but not least comes Demorest's Magazine Of fash
ion and gem it is indeed.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

Ii As was predicted, the Concert Of Professor
Turner, at the D. D. & B. Institution, was q COM
plete success and reflected great credit upon Prof
I. as aMusician and Instructor. The large Chap.
lei Hall Of the Institute war packed, and all were
pleased with the entertainment. ne
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

CouRr-DAY.-LastA Monday, Court-Day, brought
more than the usass number Of persons to town,
though the crowd was not SO large it would have
been if the roads had been in good condition. But
little business transacted and Christmas greet
ings seemed the order Of the day. The Railroad
meeting was postponed for another month, and the
time Of voting until February.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

s FIRST on THE LIsT.--A gallant ex Confeder-
ate Officer marched in last week and told us to
put his name first on the list Of mar7iagea5les.-
He il as good as he is handsome. Next year il
Leap year, and our lady friends can choose from
the Augusta county list, and no chance will be .
bad one Send your names in gentlemen and
don't be backward.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

Y The Winchester News has p letter from High
land county, Va, asking for information concern
tng Mr.. Geo W. Fairfax Or his heirs. There i,
property at stake which may be saved il attended
TO 1t once IN
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

The Mill Property, known IS the s'Churchvill.
Mills" advertised in'tbe valsy ynginian, som,
days ago, was sold to Mr. James W: Mccormick
for 81. 100. Gen. Echols, If the frm Of Echols
Bell. catlett & Co., was the Commissioner
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

= B. F. Clinedinst has purchased tho Daguerrean
Gallery, lately occupied BY ). H. Burdett, and
will keep The Gallery up to its present high stand
ard. Mr.. c. ranks As one OF the frst Artist Of
1he country. III. 3
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

Our Carrier begs to present his Compliments
and says he will pay his respects during the5day,
land hopes you will be prepared to make himsmile
|by an exchange Of Green-ba1 sa
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

Reuben Raynes, formerly Of Staunton, dice
last September, at Sacramento city. California
he had never married and it is said left lare,
estate Has he relatives in this section
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

Y Fairs and Oyster suppers are epidemic in the
Valley, as well as marrying. and both draw On tn.
pockets Of the young men.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

See card Of ". NJ. Gait 8 Bro, Washington
,. G., General Commission Merchant and Deag
e. in Flour, Grain, Sc. He makes liberal id
sances and can be relied on, ',.ss
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

81, A Stray valise has been ct the Virginia Hotel
for year. 1t belongs to R. Randolph, and We
hope this may reach the notice Of Mr.. +. Or his
friends. ssii 80 s5iseats 80 sas E n
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

The house Of g. W. Eddy, near Winchester,
vas destroyed By fire one night last week. Most
of his furniture was saved. raoss a aisa
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

The Register says that Richard Burke has again
been appointed Postmaster at Union, and hopes
that the Government is now strong enough to keep
their friends in Office. ,s
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

The Rockingham Register says black eagle
was killed by Derrick Pennybaker, jr, which
neasured from tip to tip s feet 81 inches.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

( & In LJtK.-The Junior Of the Woodstock Herald
- always getting presents, he is rwidower, :
Eoodlooking fellow, and q particular friend d
ours, s. .Taqe 7 az In saga9iss
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

The Lyceum met on Monday evening a. usual,
but adjourned until Friday evening, when the sub
ject Of Duefing win be discussed. Capt. James
Bumgardner and Col. James Skinner in the AMIR
native, and Col Christian and =. Howe Peyton in
VIA negative. 49, ''-''
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

- The Bedford Chronicle says AUnderwood is the
resustsf aerossbetween digger Indian and Kan
CARGO" How about his followers ?ss3s
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25
II you wish rich treat during the Holidays
go and see Jsfrey's beautiful pictures.

A. A. Cone has again resumed business. He is
+ frst-class workman, and should be encouraged.
See card in another column.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

rhe Herld says q. son Of Mr. Henry smostz
near Woodstock, accidently shot himself LAST week
He was shot through the heart. 81
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

; Mr.. Henry g. Snyder has been appointed Asst
Superintendent Of the James River Kama wins
Csnal, in place Of Col. Briscoe Baldwin, resigned
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

All of OLE exchanges who vera represented in
the Press Convention, and more particularly those
who eat, drink and were merry at the feast, given
by the Billiards. speak in the highest terms of the
House and its management. aafaa IA sskl
We wonder if they will all send bill and re-
lceipt to their kind Host yssi4ra asss s.fsi w
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

IA Temperance Society has been organized ir
Lexington Rhat will become Of .Turpin's mule
when he can't make his oats eS@3-s
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

We are informed that Gen. Schofeld has order
ed that every man who had vote in 1860 be en-.
titled to y vote on the Railroad question.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

VIRGINIA ExPREss.-The Virginia Express is in
full blast, and carrying from three to i've tons Of
freight per diem from this point sela,sa
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

We call especial attention to the advertisement
|of Echols, Bell, Catlett & Co., asking persons
having lands to sell to give them descriptions Of
them for their new list Of lands for sale, which
they will issue early next year. If people wish
Ito sell, they cannot find buyers in any better
WAY. t3!a n i4si e f@lA i.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

& A meeting Of the Conservative Citizens d
Berkeley was held at Martinsburg. saiurda,
week. y 49, b d
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

/ Capt Waller ,Bowin, Of Westmorland county,
has taken charge IF the College Hotel At Licking.
ton. mi! lia4srels va IA 5sys f.,sA 81 ss s
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1867-12-25

{ The Presbyterians are going toesstablish Fee
male College at Abingdon, Va.sss7F Y8a
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1867-03-26
MRS. pRowT GOES INTo THE CITY.

Well, talk about mud and dirt; l never
would have believed it if hadn't seen 1T
with my own eyes; wherever it can come
from puzzles me; it never can work up
through them pawn stones, and 1t can't be
brought in with the peoples feet, as it was
into my passage that time as l was obliged to
have the drains up, because most parties
comes in by them buses never shall
forget what my feelins was when that con-
ductor put me out in the middle OF them
crowded streets. A regular vortex, as the
sayIn' is, of everything a-runnin' against
everybody. Killed l must have been If 1t
hadn't been as stood in the middle OF the
road a-wavin' my umbrella round and round
like windmill, as KEEP the horses oh, not
as l meant for to take the gentlemen across
the face with it, as showed his temper and
called policeman, so it's as well did hit
him in the end, as led to me being took safe
across AS to that Lord Mayor a-livin' in
all that row, how he can ever sleep wink
is what puzzles me; and am sure wouldn't
be crowned King of the city not to have my
rest broke like that. 1 was a-goin to the
Rank tOr 10 IeGtlNb u AibtlC AAAoASJ Ho AASNA y
aunt left to met was only twenty pounds
as she'd got left in the Counsels. It's a
wonder ever did get it, for the trouble as
thew give me once atore, though only a-goin
for nv difHdence, as was but triie, under
three pounds, and seemed to grudge it me
though my own A sendin' me first to one
place, then to another, and askin' me to
write my name, as is thing I could nc
more do a.standin' up than could fly, mo-
: for all the Counsels in the world. But that
the way with them lawyers; once get 'ol'
!, of your money they'll stick to it, as know''
Il ,annened next door to my first place, as th'
! LAWYER come for to make the poor gentle
e mans will, as was pretty nigh foolish; an
blessed if he didn't put hisself down for
e thousand pound, as regular took the partie
% aback, through him bein' stranger almos
and them his own flesh and blood, as com
u off second best. In my opinion lawy'
W didn't ought to be allowed to put hisse
into will; it may be all square, but 1t didu
look so.-FaR.
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1867-03-26

RULES FOR BANKs.-7To prevent failures
and speculation frauds:
/. Divide the Board Of Directors into two
committees.
Q. Let these committees, alternately, once
month at least, go to the bank at 8 o'clock
soithout notice to President, Cashier, OF any
body else, and count the cash.
8. Twice year atleast let the whole Board
examine the entire assets thoroughly, and
make detailed report for their minutes
4. Let the discounted paper and notes de-
posted for collection be examined in part
occasionally, aoitlOut notice say; take any
dsy or any week of days, and, with the
"Tickler' in hand, require the production
Nof the paper described.
o. Do the same with regard to other Sc
curties and Investments Of the bank.
Q. Rotate the Individual Ledger Book
keeper quarterly, by drawing lots; and
there be no other way of changing the Gene
raj Ledger Book-keeper, include him in th'
rotation of the Individual Ledgers.
q. Don't let any man stay so long in on
position as to become imbedded in his track
or unfit for other position in the bank.
s. Once year at least insist on every ma
taking a holiday, and while absent put ne'
man in his place,
, o. Pay employees liberally.
10. When you are sure any one is livin
beyond his means, advance his salary or di
q charge him.
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1867-03-26
A DnuNKAND p1ENAGER1n.

The most foolish predicamant man cen get
into, is to get drunk In drunkenness every
man shows his strongest and most ardent pas
sion. An exchange divides drunkards into six
classes, and says that in drinking saloon where
there are Il dozen men under the influence OF
liquor, six different kinds of animals will be
found In order that those who indulge to ex-
osss in intoxicating driuks-if there. are such
among our readers-may see themselves as 9th
ers see them, we give these classihcatiOns:
1. Tie ape-drunk. He leaps, and sings, and
yels, and dances, making all sorts Of grimaces,
and cutting up oil sorts Of monkey shines Ia
excite the laughter Of his fellows. O, terribly
silly is the drunkard clown.
2. The tiger-druuk. He breaks the bottles
breaks the chairs, breaks the heads of fellow
carousers, aud is full Of blood and thunder. Hii
eyes are full Of vengeance, and his foul raVe'
with murderous fury. OF this sort are thos'
who abuse their. families.
9. The hOg-drunk He rOOls in the dirt oil
the floor, slobbers and gruuts, and going int
the street makes his bed in the first ditch o
filthy corner he may fall into, He is heavy
lumpith and sleepy, aud cries in grunting wa
| for little more drink.
4, The puppy y-druuk. He will weep for kind
nesp, and whine his love, and hug you in hi
arms, and kiss you with his slobbsrng lips, an
proclaim how much he loves you. You are th
best man he ever saw, and will lay down b
money or life for you.
g. The owl-drunk. He is wise in his oW
couceit. No man must differ with him, for b
word is law. He is true in politics, and in q
matters he must be taken as authority. H
arm is the strongest, his horse the feetest, b
turnips the largest his voice the sweetest, al
his town the finest In the land.
G. The sixth and last animal Of our mensgel
!. ia the fox-drunk man. He is orafty-ready
s trade horses, and cheat If he can. Keen
II strike bargain, leering around with low Gu
Is ming, peepipg through cracks, listening unt
the caves, watching sOr some suspicious thiI
ely as a fox, sneakiug as a wolf, he is the met
n est druukard Of them ALL
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1867-03-26

In the town of Disley, England, short
time since, an entertainment was given
under the auspices of the Prince of Peace
Lodge, in the DisleY church school room.
In the course of the evening, P. G. M.
AitkiE gave an address, on the origin of
Odd Fellowship in England, and the great
benefits to be derived from it, He said:-
Before enumerate some of the benefits
to be derived from Odd fellowship will trace
the growth of this great institution. About
SO years ago it had no existence. 1t first
became known when Napoleon was devas-
tating every country in Europe with his
soldiery, when every monarch from the
D0uro to Vistula crouched to that monster,
and when every plain was a battlefield.
Every gust of wind that came across the
channel brought news of victories gained
and victories lost. While all this was going
on, few Englishmen, tired with war, gave
birth to this great Institution, which at this
very day numbers 400, 900 members, and has
capital of two million pounds sterling.
The benefits to be derived from Oddfellow-
ship are too numerous to mention in the
short space of time have to speak, One
of them is, that it is great schoolhouse in
which to teach people to be more prudent,
more loyal to their Queen and her laws, and
to teach them self.denial and self-improve-
ment The Institution Of Odd fellowship has
done great deal for the working classes.
II has removed many prejudices from their
| s,,Ia hoa ttnifad tho riah and tO
gether. Only go to the anniversary of the
Manchester unity, and what do you see
there2 The peer with his coronet sitting
| down with the peasant all working humor-
| ously together, and advocating the princi-
pies of friendship, love, and truth. Some
enemies OF Oddfellowship have said that If
we stayed at home with our wives and fami-
lies we should do more good than by going
to our lodges. BIT will ask those who say
so: Who ever saw anything that was wicked
or immoral within the walls Of lodge.
room2 In connection with most of the dis
tricts of this great institution there is a
Widows and Orphans Fund. What fine
thing is this. When the hand Of the father
lies moulderingin the grave, and the widows
and orphans can be assisted, is not this
10 our credit? Before going any farther
will explain what is meant by district and
by lodge. There are different districts in
= the Manchester unity; MARBLE ia one oil
:, them, and then in the district there are
, lodges; thus, the Prince of Peace Lodge
), Disley, is in the Marple district; and each
lodge manages its own affairs. There are
5000 lodges and 500 districts. This Institu
tion is not confined to Great Britain only
: for 1t is known wherever the English tongue
= is spoken. Even in that conservative o
empires-Turkey, it is acknowledged, ant
. in Constantinople there are two lodges
. :. After few more remarks Mr.. Aitkin, P. G
II NJ, sat down amidst loud and prolonge'
" cheering
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1867-03-26

BRuTAL MURDER OF A WOMAN IN Wis
ooNsIN.-In the early part of the month
widow named McCulloeh, living near Kings
ton. Marquette county, Wisconsin, who had
been a good deal at variance with her ten
ants. threatened one of them with prosecu-
tjon on the charge of stealing turkeys from
her, and went to Kingston 10 consult a
LAWYER on the subject. The lawyer advised
her not to prosecute, and she returned home,
That evening, while quietly sitting In her
house, some one crept up to the window be-
hind her and shot her with gun, the charge
passing through her skull and scattering the
brains about the floor. One of her children
conveyed the news to the neighbors, who
found tracks and marks of the muzzle of
n gun between the woman's house and that
of the tenant whom she had threatened with
prosecution, whose boots filed the tracks
and whose gun corresponded with the marks
made, while it had evidently been recently
discharged. He was arrested and committed
for trial. The unfortunate woman who
, was thus brutally murdered leaves seven
/ children.
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1867-03-26

WIN. II. FUREEss, son of the Rev. Dr.
Furness, Of Philadelphia, and an artist of fine
culture and high promise, died in Boston, on
the 4th inst, after a very brief illness. The
circumstances Of this bereavement add to Its
desoIation. The lamented artists family
were at Philadelphia, on visit to his father
when he was called upon by some friends tc
make a sketch from deceased person, anc
remained in the room with the corpse for al
hour or two, with the window open. Th'
next day he was i'll with severe cold, an'
the day after he expired.
Delaware State journal and statesman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1855-1870, 1867-03-26

MoRBrssHx's SPEECH. A Washington
correspondent says that those who have been
nainfully fortunate enough to sec prize
fVht can realize Mr.. John Morrlssey's feel
inps when he took the oath as member o.
Congress:
s.I TUX off my coat" he said, many
time afore now, to fight, and-give you my
wo7dl-I never shuk SO as did then' l
was oriul, that was I'll"