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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-01-09
NEW JEWELRY STORE.

TENHE subscriber would most respectfully an
/ nounce 10 the citizens Of Charlestown and vi
clnIty that he has opened splendid assortment OF
Watches and Jewelry, including, in part,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-01-09
HARPER'S FERRY
DRUG STORE.

TVNO PHYSICIANS.-I would respectfully call
the attention of the Physicians to my large
aud complete stock of Medicines which am now
receiving, and am prepared to fill all orders at
Baltimore prices ANY goods not on hand will be
promptly ordered, and carefully sent to any por-
lion Of the County. C. Z. BELLER.
Harper's Ferry, W. Va, Oct II, 1867.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-01-09

READ THIS! READ THIS!
Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, g. Musical
Instruments Repaired.
DRICES put down from 25 to 100 per cent.
Lit of old Prices. List of Neo Prices.
Breastpin Tongues % cts. New price 10 cts.
Breastpin Catches % cts. New price 10 cts
FINER Rings % cts. New price Is cts.
Ear Ring Wires 25 cts. New price Is cts
Ear Ring Catches 25 cts. New price 10 cts
All Kinds Of JOBBLNG done at same rates
Watch Glasses 80 cents. New price % cents.
Main Springs 81 90 New price 81 so.
Case Springs 81 90 New price 81 90.
Clicks 81 90 New price IS cents,
Watches cleaned from one dollar TO one dollar and
fifty cents. Clocks cleaned at one dollar each, and
no extra charge Tor cords and bushng.
All work warranted TO give satisfaction, or the
money refunded
Those who have not money to throw away. will
find it TO their advantage to call on me. Plain
Gold is carrots engagement FINGER RINGS or
dered at the shortest notice at Wh9lGsae price Tor
accommodation. W. W. BUkloN,
Oppo ne the Court House.
Charlestown, Dec. -, ls67.-ly.
Christmas Again Coming.
TENHE subscriber has Just received Tor the APP
preaching Holidays the largest assortment OF
SEASONABLE ARTICLES, ever offered for the
amusement and qualification Of thu peope-old and
voung-of CharlcStOwn and its vicinity. II would
be simply impossible to enunerate the thousand
and one articles which contribute 10 his unrivalled
assortment of
II VS. AND FANCY ARTICLES.
And in the line Of CONFECTIONERY, he is con-
fdent that his full supply and rich variety cannot
be surpassed in the Valley Of Virginia. or
FIREWORKS
he has an endless variety and m exhaustless stock
and begs leave To say I" the Juveniles that Their
every want can be supplied by giving him call
He will also have on hand a complete and full
supply of CAKES, such a.
SPONGE, POUND AND FRUIT,
besides all the smaller cakes in the catalogue. His
OYSTER SALOON
will be kept in full blast during the holidays as u
sual and the ladies and gent men OF the town and
country NAV rely upon having them served up in
any STYLE they may desire. H. solicits call.
GUSTAV BROWN.
y. b. Persons desiring OYSTERS for their fam
lilies. can be supplied by giving me few days no
ticc in advance.
Dec. 10, 1867.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-01-09
HOWARD HOUSE

Nos. and NORTH Howard STREET,
Two Doors from Baltimore Street,
BALTIMORE, MD.
Stages will be at the Depots on arrival of trains;
also the steamers on their arrival to convey guests
and the baggage to TIA House.
BULL y SEWELL, Proprietors,
Nov IS, lS67-ly. Baltimore, Md.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-01-09
READ THIS.

CONCENTRATED LyE fsr sale By mo
Ian ?. Isss. AISQUITH BIO.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
Approved February p, 1853.
a resolution to authorize the secretary of

a resolution to authorize the secretary of
war TO employ counsel in certain cases
Resolved 10y the Senate and House
OF Representatives of the United States
of America in Congress assembled. That
the secretary OF war be. and he Is here
by, authorized 10 employ counsel for the
defence OF the general vi the army. Ma
.jor General George G. Meade, and Hrr-
vet Brigadicr General Thomas H. I'm
ger, provisional governor OF Georgia, and
any other officer or person iutrusted with
the FentOrceucnt OF the reconstruction
acts, or either OF them, against any suit
or proceedings, III any court, in relation
TO their Official acts.
SCHUYLER CoLFAX,
Speaker Of the House OF Representatives.
i. F. WADE.
President Of the Senate pro tempore.
tndor~ed> by the president: RE
eeiyed February ii, 1868"
NOTE ~ TIE DEPARTMENT OF STATE
The FOREGOING resolution having been
presented to the president of the United
Nlale- for his approval, and not having
been returned by him TO the house of
con-rcs, in which it originated within the
time prescribed by the constitution of the
United States, has become a law with
out his approval
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
Approved February 3. 1868.

Joint resolution Tor reducing the expeu-
SIS of the war department, AMI for
other purposes.
BE il resolved bv the Senate and HouSc
of Representatives ot the United States
ut America IN Congress assembled. That
the secretary of war be. and he Is hereby.
authorized and directed to take immedi-
ate measures for the reduction Of the cx-
Tcl~e~ OF the army and of the war de-
pertinent at and in the vicinity of New
York city at as carly Il day as practical
bic. 10y concentrating the business of the
quartermastcr, commissary, clothing, or
nance. and medical bureaus. and recruit
lng service in said city. and that for this
purpose there shall be hired and used at
some convenient and proper point in said
city one suitable building in which shall
be accommodated all the offices connect
cd with and required for the transaction
OF such public business, at a cost to the
government not exceeding twenty-five
thousand dollars per annum and also a
suitable building or property within the
harbor OF New York. or on the naviua-
bic waters thereof, which shall lave sui
ticient accommodation of warehouse pier.
dock. and basin room for the safe and
convenient receiving, storing, and care of
all army stores of every kind and de-
scription belonging TO either of said bu-
reaus OF branches of the service. at an
annual cost to the government not ex-
cecding fifty thousand dollars: Provid-
ed, however, That nothing herein con-
tanned shall be construed to prevent the
storage or keeping of ordnance stores or
other property at Governors Island, or
the use in amy way for the purposes Of
the government of any property or build
ing which actually belongs to the United
States.
Approved February y, 1853.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
SIN MINERAL SPRINGS,
AMERICAN AND FOREIGN PATENTS.
X. Ii. Eddy, Solicitor OF PatcntS,
ate agent of L. s. Patent Once Washington. (under
the act Of lS37-)

Late agent of L. s. Patent oce. Washington. (under
the act of 1887
IS State Street. opposite Kilby Street. Boston.
After extensive practice of upwards Of twenty
continues to secure patents in the United States
also Britain, France and other foreign cOun-
tries Caveats, specifications, bonds, assignments, and
all papers draw nGs for patents, executed on liberal
trru.s. and with despatch. Researches made into
American foreign works. to dete' mine the validity
utility OF patents nventions-and Legal OF other
rendered in all matters touching the same Copies
the claims OF patent furnished by RENTING 81
Assignments recorded AT Washington.
Il regard Mr.. Eddy one OF the most succesSiu!
anu capable practitioners with whom have lad olCl
al Intercourse. CHAS. MASON,
Commissioner OF Patents.
Il have hesitation in assuring inventors that they
cannot employ person more competent and trust
worthy. aid more capable Of putting their Applications
u form to secure for them early and favorable
consideration at the patent office"
Edmund Blu Kk Late Commissioner OF Patents
MT r. H. Eddy has made for me IS applications, o.,
all bet one OF which patents have been granted anu
that is now pending Such unmsIakeahe proof OF great
talent and ability ON his part leads me TO recommend
All VentUrs apply him 10 procure their pateil>,
they De oil having the most faithful atteI
ton bestowed their cases, ana al very reasonable
Charges JOHN TAGGARr.
During eight months, the subscriber. In course OF his
large practice, made twice rejected apphcau ons,
appeals which was decided in his favor,
by the commission of patents, L. H. EDDY.
Boston, Jan. l., lbho-ly,
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24

A resolution directing that the govern
ment of Great Britain be supplied with
certain volumes of the Narrative of the
Exploring Expedition.
Resolved by the Senate and House
of Representatives Of the United States
OF America in Congress assembled, That
the librarian of congress be, and Is here
by, directed to deliver to the secretary of
state set of Dana's Crustacea, being
volumes thirteen and fourteen of the mar
rative of the exploring expedition under
Captain Wilkes; and that the secretary
of state is hereby directed to deliver them
to the government Of Great Britain.
Approved, Feb. IS, 1868.
Joint resolution authorizing the trans
mission through the mails. free OF post
age, OF certain testimonials by the al
Jutant generals Of the several states.
BE it rcsolvcd by the Senate and House
of Representatives OF the nltrd States
of America in Congress assembled. That
the adiutant generals of the several states
and territories be authorized to transmit
through the mails, free of postage, any
medals. certificates OF thanks, or other
testimonials, awarded, or which may he
awarded, by the legislatures Of ~aid states
and territories to the soldiers thereof, I'M
der such regulations a. the postmaster
general may direct.
Approved, March ;. 1868.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24

Joint resolution authorizing the comp
trollcr of the currency to revoke the
appointment Of receiver for Farmers
and Citizens National bank OF VII
lamsbwg, New York, and to restore
said bank to lis owners under certain
conditions.
BE il resolved by the Senate and House
OF Representatives OF the | nitrd States
of America in Congress assembled. That
the comptroller Of the currency be au
thorizcd, with the approval OF tine -ccrr-
tary OF the treasury. TO revoke the order
appointing a receiver for the Farmers
and Citizens bank OF Williamsburg, New
\ ork, and restore the said bank and tLy
management thereof 10 the directors. ior
the purpose OF enabling the rs, ociation TO
continue the business OF banhjag: Pro-
vidcd. That laid banking a-~uciuti.u
shall first present TO the comptroller Sal
iStactory assuruccs that the public inter
est will he promoted thereby, and SHALL
secure, i'll such manner II the comptroller
shah direct, the full payment Of all the
creditors of the association, and shall rc-
store the capital stock Ia is original
amount in case the capital has been I'M
paired by losses.
Approved. March ,, 1865
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
THE MAN

Who couldn't trust his feelings doubt did business
cash principle Speaking of cssh reminds Us that you
invest your spare cssh probably than in
buying Of CASINOS SPRING MATTRESSES
and LOUNGES. A fine assortment of nice Covers just
received. Call and sec them. Eastern Avenue St. J.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
THE CALIFORNIAN.
LABS OF THE L. =.
ssed at the Second Session of the Forueth
Congress.

s,4l a
Congress.
RESOLUTIONS.
Joint resolution to provide for a commits
sion to examine and report Oh meters
for distilled spirits.
Re it resolved by the Senate and House
of Representatives of the United States
of America in Congress assembled, That
4 commission, to consist of five persons,
10 be- appointed by the secretary OF the
treasury. i hereby created. whose duty
it shall he. in connection with the exist
i"g commission OF the academy OF science,
10 carefully examine all meters and me
clanical contrivanccs or inventions that
my be presented to them, intended TO
measure, test, and ascertain the product
ivcHre> of grain, OF other articles pre-
pared for distilatiOn, or the actual guam
tity and strength of distilled spirits. sub
.ect to tax. produced therelrom. giving
due notice Of the times and places where
such examination will be conducted and
that the commission shall meet and pro-
coed TO the performance OF their duties,
under the instructions of the secretary OF
the treasury. at the earliest practicable
lay, and shall report in detail to the said
Secretar,. to be communicated to con-
erc~s. the result of their examination.
with such recommendation rs they may
.ireu cNpcdcnt and most to the interest
Of the government, on or before the first
90 March n.Nf
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
RAIL ROAD GROVE
LYNDONVILLE, VI.

7.
This grove only two minutes walk from the Railroad
Station otrs superior attractions for Politic,l Mass
Meetings Sunday School Gatherings, Picnics, &C.
eg- Favorable arrangements made for transportation.
isept23 A. III. PERRY, Supt.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24

\ resolution relating 10 the survey of
the northern and rorthwc-tern lakes.
Resolved by the Senate and House
of Representatives OF the United State
OF America in Congrc-S assembled, That
the second section OF an act entitled IAN
act making appropriations tor tin con-
struction, preservation, ami repairs of
certain Notifications and other works OF
defence for the fiscal year ending June
thirtieth eighteen hundred and sixty
eight" approved March second, eighteen
hundred and >ixty->yven, shall not apply
to the appropriation for the survey Of
northern and northwestern lakes.
Approved, March ,, 1868.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
FOR CHURCH, LODGE ROOM or SCHOOL

new fne-toned, Mason L. Hsmlin CABINET Or
GAN for sale great bargain. For particulars,
Quire at this office, or Of II. p. SHOREY,
If st. Johnsbury Centre.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24

You can get nice suit Of rooms at
Saratoga for $500 4 week.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
BOOTS AND SHOES,

In the latest and most approved styles quality and
workmanship, consisting of
Gents fine French Calf Sewed Boots % pure artcle
:" Pegged Boots.
American " Kip, &C.
Ladies' Serge Button Boots.
" Polish
9 Congress ard Bamorals Sps, &c.
and in fact everything usually done in the Shoe line,
aud at the shortest possible notice. All m of any
thing in the above line are invited to call.
So Repairing done n atty.
IF II. W. BLACKSTONE.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
Acw Advertisements.
Book Agents Wanted for HowIand's
q Il 4 y 7
AS A SOLDIER AND A srATEsMA

An accurate history of his milt and Civil Career.
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St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
A T T EN- TON!

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Of exchange pay ,ble ut sight 10 En- gland Ireland or
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St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24

1t is said that the democrats have t.
dopted the apple blo,SomaS campaign
badge. 1t viii be worn on the nose.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
FLOUR, GRAHAM, &c,
another lot Of that splendid
WHITE CALIFORNIA WHEAT,

which h, given such universal satistaction
10 those who have used California Flour and Ora
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CONSIDER it the best have teen allie t. md tor
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St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
A G E N T S
Agents Wanted for the

OFFICIAL HISTORY OF THE WAR
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1868-07-24
NEW
BOOT AND SHOE MANDATORY!

The undersigned would inform the pubic that lie
taken rooms on MAIN STREET, BuTnham's West
India Goods Store, for the purpose Of manufacturing
70 order
Weekly Calaveras chronicle., 1868-10-10
DIRECTOR
FALL POLICIES NON FORFEIT E. **

AS the rates of interest are larger here than
in the Eastern States or Europe, the profits
and dividends accruing to the insured will
be proportionately increased.
~Cofifornia is the only State in the
Union that erempts all kinds of Life and
EndO,cment Policies from Execution. .-sN
There is no other State in the Union where
such law exists, and those who contemplate
insuring should be careful to insure only in
Company, Incorporated cnder the La,cs
of California, as the home companies are
the only ones that can offer such security.
(, I'LL Profits divided among the Insured!
, The PACIFIC MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE CON-
PANY have endeavored to embody in their
organization the most liberal and equitable
features of the system. 1t is Mutual
CoNPANY-every policy holder is member
oft, entitled to vote at its election of officers,
to examine its books, and to share in its
profits. Life Insurance companies organized
in this State are required by law to divide
all profits earned from premiums equitably
among the insured.
CHARLES HERCHNER, Agent
Uez0:Sm1 M0kelumme Hill.
Weekly Calaveras chronicle., 1868-10-10
TO THE AFFLICTED

DIR, W. x: DoHERTY returns his sipear.
thanks to his numerous patients for 'Ite!e ,Ie:
patronage, and would take this onnortrn:, ,nslr
to remind them that he continues to County ccuty
at his Institute for the cure of chronic sGl' S;l
eases of the Lungs, Liver, Kidneys, Dicoas uss-
i've and Genito-Urinary Organs. and ali ~;
vate diseases, viz: Syphilis in all its form. phi,
and stages. Seminal Weakness. and all ~ lhs
horrid consequences of selfabuse: Gonorre VII
h9a. elect, Structures, Nocturnal and niur
nal Emissions, Sexual Debility, Diseases su,, ~
the back and loins, Inflammation of the P1 RIoS VI
der and Kidneys etc.. etc.: and he bnn".
that his long experience and successfnl pcs nrpo
tice will continue to insure him share ofnnL
lie patronage. By his practice of mapv vpars pau,
in Europe and the United States. he is epaboS ba,
to apply the most efficient and successful ro,,
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mercury, charges moderate, treats his natian.o
in a correct and honorable way. and bas
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Weekly Calaveras chronicle., 1868-10-10
TO FEMALES.

When female is in trouble. or afflicted
with disease, as weakness of the back and
limbs, pain in the head, dimness of sight loss loss
OF muscular power, palpitation of the heart
lrritabIllty, nervousness, extreme urinary diff.
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general debility, vaginitis, all diseases of the
womb, hysteria, sterility. and all other dis
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The Doctor is efiecting more cures than any
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Let no false delicacy prevent you, but apply
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ty's Medical Institute, and they will receive
every possible relief and help. The Doctors
Offices are so arranged that he can be consult
ed without fear of observation.
Weekly Calaveras chronicle., 1868-10-10
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TO CORRESPONDENTS.

Patients residing in any part of the State,
however distant, who may desire the opinion
and advice of DR.. Doherty in their respective
cases, and who think proper to submit writ
ten statement of SUCH iu preference 10 hold
ing personal interview. are respectfully as
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parcel so transmitted.
* Consultation, by letter or otherwise, FREE
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Address. W. X. DOHERTI, NJ. D.,
San Francisco Cal
Weekly Calaveras chronicle., 1868-10-10
Seminal Weakness.

Seminal emissions, the consequence of
selfabuse. This solitary vice, or depraved
sexual indulgence, is practised by the youth
of both sexes to an almost unlimited extent,
producing, with unerring certainty, the fol-
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combatted by scientific medical measures,
viz: Sallow countenancc, dark spots under
the eyes. pain in the head. ringing in the
ears, noise like the rustling of leaves and
rattling of chariots, uneasiness about the
loins. weakness of the limbs. confused vision.
bunted intellect, loss OF confidence, diff
dence in approaching strangers dislike 10
form new acquaintance, a disposition to
shun society. loss of memory, hectic flushes,
pmples and various eruptions about the face,
furred tongue. footed breath, coughs. con-
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the sufferer should apply Immediately, either
in person or by letter, and have cure effect
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