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The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1868-02-04

The Belleville Adoocdte reports a
Democratic meeting IN Lebanon, IN
which DIR. Ball, a Democratic editor,
and : full-blooded negro" address
ed the meeting. Democratic negro
equality is. not at all Objectionable.
One day last week a man, while at
work upon the cage of the main shaft
at Rutherford Il Bush's coal mines.
near Peoria, was caught and drawn
twenty feet through a small space,
and was badly bruised and cut. He
Is recovering, ~
The Chicago Post learns that Mr..
Walter Trumbull, Of Helena, Mon
tana, son of Senator Trumbull, is a
miner with highly productive claim
and a banker with ample capital, is
rapidly rising 20 distinction and infu-
ence in the affairs Of the new COM
munity."
The boats, barges warehouses and
other property belonging to the Hill
nois River Packet Company, were sold
at st. Louis, on Thursday. The total
amount realized was $40. 851 46. An
election will be held on the first Mon
day in February, to elect Board of
Directors and other officers for the
new company, after which, as soon as
navigation opens in the Illinois, oper-
atoms will commence.
The railroads running into Peoria
must be in a bad condition. The
Transcript is responsible for the fol-
lowing: A stranger on one of the
railroads leading into this city asked
one of the railroad officials, few
days ago: Have you got any steel
rails on your road?" No." an
swered the railroad man, but will
have to steal some pretty soon, or we
won't have any to run over"
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1868-02-04
Indiana Items.
I" Times up3' for killing quails.

e " Times up}' for killing quails.
n The fruit trade of Richmond
amounted to $780, 98 last year. ..o...a.
The Republicans of Rush County
have adopted the Convention system
in the nomination of candidates.
- The Vincennes Times says extra
lfamilyIaoun canibel Jhada Inc that city
for sl0.per ba lrfFrellboaTI That beats US 50,
n Phillips. of the Howard Tribsaie.
, IS stirring up the Democracy lively in
his part of the State. nob 'ssS'
Books of subscription to the Mount
Vernon and GRANVILLE Railroad were
opened at Mount Vernon yesterday.
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1868-02-04

A lynx was killed one day las
week about four miles southwest Of
Mt. Carmel. s..f
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
NIISCELLANY-
Written Upon the Rocks.

In recent number of the Rural Nelc Yorker
we find the following excellent lesson taught
and moral emf reed. The thoughts were sug-
gested by the incident mentioned. with which
we are all familiar, aud every youth who reads
this article would do well to remember and
act upon the impressive truths told. Excelsior
should be the motto of every one who desires
to attain honorable manhood
"You have all doubtless read about the boys
at the Natural bridge in Virginia, carving their
names upon the massive abutment Of that great
monument of a higher power Knife in hand,
they draw themselves up and cut their names
above those of many full-grown men who have
left their autographs upon this solid tablet
But one, more ambitious than the rest, spying
above him a name that has a monument far
more enduring than brass or marble, deeply
engraved upon the American heart, he deter
mined to write his name by the side Of our
Washington. On he climbs until he is above
all other names upon the rock, and there he
carves his own in large capitals But he is not
satisfied, and goes on cutting his name in larger
ger letters at every step, until he finds he can
not descend and must keep on to the center of
the arch. His blade is almost worn out. No
longer able to grasp it, he lets it fall from his
nerveless hand and it strikes upon the rocks
below. What is TO be done? He is at the
height Of a thousand feet, hanging over m aw-
ful abyss, almost into eternity. Help has been
summoned and a man, leaning far over the
bridge. lowers a rope The fainting lad slips
his arms through the moose, and in another
moment the cry " lie is safe" (" resounds from
the top of the bridge and through the rocky
gorge.
WE are each carving our names upon the
rocks upon which form the great bridge that
span the gulf between this world and the next.
Let them be craven in living characters, en-
blazoned by noble deeds Feeling, as did the
youth at the Natural Bridge, that all must
come from above let US climb steadily, ever
looking forward, 50 live that our names may
he written upolflovng hearts in letters Of gold.
written for eternity in the Book Of Life; and,
when wearied with life's labors, we can climb No
farther. God viii open the door f m above and
voice will call: Come mp hither.'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
Don't 60 10 Parties"

"Do you ever go to eveuing parties" NO
said friend Tom; II usei 70, but / am cured
How so p said 7, anxious 70 learn his e1pc-
renee "wby, you see" said Tom, feelinsly.
Il went to one some years back and fell in
love with beautiful girl. ! courted Ike a
trump. and thought l had her sure; when she
eloped with tailor; but ] swore vengeance.
I patronized the robber Of my happiness, and
ordered full suit Of clothes regardless Of ex-
pense." "But your vengeance ?" said ] Il
struck the tailor in bis most vital part-l never
maid the bill. But those internal clothes were
the cause Of my future misfortunes." How
90 q "Wearing them, captiyated my pres
ent wife. She told me 50, and haven't seen
a happy day since. But am bound 70 DO
square with that wretched tailor on tho long
run. III leave him legscy % cor'iton hs
uarrics ny Tidow'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
" Sealed Proposals."


A chap at Louisville issued leap year In
vitation and sent the following notice to tho
contractors for publication in the Courier.
To CoNTRAcroRs.-The undersigned, feeling
the need of some one to find fault with and
grumble at when business matters go wrong;
and being lonely, with no one to hate him, and
whereas, having arrived at the proper age he
is therefore determined to " come out"
Sealed proposals viii be received till II
o'clock midnight, of the slst December, 1868.
Applicant must possess beauty, or its equi-
valent in currency.
She must possess a sweet and forgiying dis
position, and when one cheek is kissed turn the
other, that is, if the right man is kissing.)
She may not chew gum.
Nor wear long dresses on the street.
Nor frequent sewing circles.
Nor go around begging for charitable pur-
poses.
Nor read the paper first in the morning.
Nor talk when | am sleepy.
Nor sleep when am talking.
Nor trade my clothes to wandering Italians
for flower vases.
Nor borrow money from my vest pockets
while sleep.
N6r hold looking-glass over my face, at
such times to make me tell all know.
She must believe in the sudden attack of
chills, and make allowances for their effects on
the nervous system.
When her old bear" comes home from
meeting a few new friends rather affection
ate, she must not take advantage Of his state
and whecdle him into trips to watering places.
And above al, she may not on such occa-
sions put ipecac into the coffee she prescribes
for his poor head
She must not sit up for him when he hap
pens to be detained till late hour on his COM
mttce
But when he does return tired and sleepy,
she will be expected to roll over to the other
side, and give him her warm place.
A lady possessing the foregoing qualifca-
tions, positive and negative, can hear Of some
thing to her advantage by inclosing red
stamp.
All proposals must be accompanied by sat-
isfactory evidence of ability of the applicant
to support husband in the style to which be
has been accustomed
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
CHAREESTOWN THURSDAY, JULY 9, 1868
VIRGINIA FREE PRESS.
Thursday, July 8, 1868.
Plain and Fancy Printing.

Attached to the Free Pass OFFICE is newly
furnished JOB PRINTING Establishment, pro-
cured at considerable cost. By means Of an I'm
proved Jobber and the newest styles of Wood
Types, Metal Types, Borders and Fine Inks, every
description Of PLAIN AND FANCY PRNrING-Pamph-
lets, Posters, Programmes, Handbills, Circulars,
Cards, Checks, Bill Heads, Letter Heads, Blanks,
Drafts, Notes. Labels, Ball and Party Tickets,
Envelopes, &c.-can be executed in excellent style
and at reasonable figures, promptly.
1t is hoped that the necessity Of going abroad for
work of the above descriptions is by this arrange
ment, superseded. Leave your orders at the Free
Press Office
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
POETICAL.


What world Of meaning there Is IN poor
old Rip Van Wrinkles query, after waking from
his twenty years sleep to find that no one re-
cognized him: care we so soon forgotten =
When uttered by Joe Jefferson, this simple IN
quiry has almost supernatural effect, which
no one who has heard it can ever cease to feel.
This reminds us that George Cooper wrote
these pertinent lines:
How Soon We Forget!
How soon we forgetl
The glory Of the summer fades,
The dead leaves rustic in the glades,
And mournfully the lone wind grieyes.
Our memories are fallen leaves,
Though green and fair but yesterday,
Now swept away.
How suon we forget
The kiss Of one who left our side
Will il remain till eventide,
Unsuied, unforgOtten stillf
Though fairer skies NAV dawn IN oil
Our days Too frail to bide decay!
1t fades away.
How soon we forgetl
Vain dreamer when the year shall keep,
Its glories mid its winter sleep;
when that we name as Love shall bloom
little while above our tomb.
For fame hope thOu-leaf of to-day
Soon swept away!
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
VIRGINIA FREE PRESS.
TERMS.

~sTThe FREr Pass is published weekly at I''o
Dsr--. and Fify Cent, per aauam in odranes.
rHTUEEE DOLLARS if not paid in advance.
as- ore DolIar aud Fuiy Cent? for sir woa'h'-
-rJ-The terms of advertising are, for square,
lten lines or less, One Da''ar and Fyiy Cents for
shree iusertions-larger ones in the same proper
sion Each continuance Fury CsHfs
rd-No advertisement 90 be considered oy 'ae
month or vear unless specified on the Manuscript
or previously agreed upon between Che parties
~a-Ap advertisement NOT marked on the copy
or, ,,geeiied number osinsertjoas viii be continued
up.l ordered OUT. and raymeuteEacted accordingly.
r4-Rrs-t,a Aovsarsr,gyrs.-To avoid any
rf,s,ls-st,ad.ac ou ,he part of the Annual Adver-
t,,.r. is proper 90 state distinctly that their Pri-
yilsr, only extends o. their immediate business
Real Estate Legal and an other advertisements sent
sv them 90 be an additional charge, and no yaria-
sion.
"a Obituary Notices Of more than dveiiHe5 Will
bcchhrgedt1r.
JOB WORK--Posters, sale Bills, Circulars
Cards &C., executed promptly neatly ana d. 'AT
prices.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09

WAR.-Give me the money that has been
spent in war. and will purchase every foot Of
land upon tho globe will clothe every man.
woman and child in an attire Of which kings
and queens would be proud will build a
school-house on every hillside and in every
valley over the earth will build an academy
in every town and endow it collegein every
State. and fill It with able professors; will
crown every hill with place Of worship. cou-
secrated 10 the promulgation Of the Gospel Of
Peace will support in every pulpit an allie
teacher NJ Righteousness. So that IN every Sab
bath morning the chime on one Hill should an
swer to the chime on another around the earth's
wide circumference-and the voice of prayer
and the song Of praise should ascend like a
universal holocaust To Heaven. - Rnfas S'erens.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09

BACHELORS OPrSroy or WoMAv.-" Wo-
man is a queer fish Always ready to bite at
somethinc-too frequently willing to bite at
nothing. and sometimes IN swallow the bare
hook. She pulls good deal when yon are
drawing her out of water, but when you have
her safely on shore you find she is not a' pretty
as she appeared beneath the wave. Moreover.
on handling. you will he likely 70 discover that
what you bad supposed to be gems when
swimming. are nothing more or less than scales
upon her hack. When dressed for the frying
nan. Won would think there was considerable
fine eating about her. but once upon your plate,
you find her nothing but multitude II bones"
Now. bachelor in whose head it runs that
woman is fish 10 be caught and eaten, ought
10 look out for scales and bones No one
deserves to know the blessing Of wife, but be
who marries rather 10 bless than n be blessed.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
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Death.


We never read anything more beautiful than
the following from the pen Of George d. Prem
tice "There is but breath Of air and beat
Of the heart betwixt this world and the next.
And in the brief interval Of painful and awful
suspense, while we feel that death is with us,
that we are powerless, and death all powerful,
and the faint pulsation here is but the prelude
OF endless life hereafter, we feel IN the midst Of
the stunning calamity about to befall US, that
the earth has no compensating good to miti-
gate the severity Of our loss. But there Is no
grief without some benificent proyisionto soft
en- its intenseness. When the good and lovely
die, the memory Of their good deeds, like tho
moonbeams on the stormy sea, light UP our
darkened hearts and lends TO the surround
ing gloom beauty 50 sad, so sweet that we
would not, If we could dispel the darkness tha.
environs il.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
A Murderer Beheaded.

Timm Thode, who murdered his parents, his
brothers and the poor servant girl of his fam
ily. was recently beheaded in the prison yard
at Itzehoe The block was put in the middle
Of the yard, and a small carpet was placed in
front Of it. When Timm was led ont he SEEM
ell quite cool. and was evidently determined to
die game. He declared that he had truly de-
scribed the manner in which he had perpetra-
ted his atrocious crime. But his courage gave
way when the assistants Of the executioner
seized him and fastened his head to the block.
He breathed heavily and his breast heavCd con-
vulsivev. Rendell, the executioner, took his
heavy axe, lifted it up. cried "in the name Of
the law severed the head at one stroke from
the body. and jumped hack in order not to he
stained from the blood spouting from the trunk.
This executioner, Reindell, has already hehead-
ed thirty-nine criminals, twenty-five men and
fourteen women. among them four young girls
for infanticide Two physicians Immediately
took up Thode's head from the ground and
noticed that the muscles of the face quivered
and moved for several minutes after the head
had been severed from the body.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09

Duxr11xes.-" Uncle Jenny" said wag-
c;sb blade n one Of the best old men who ever
lived or died, I'm told you are very fond OF
annie dumplings." "Why," saidthepatriarch,
"when lived in Virginia, liked them better
than ANYTHING in the world. and could eat
eighteen or nineteen at time; but, somehow
since came 10 Georgia. my appetite has 50
failed me that can never eat more than four
teen or fifteen before they begin to clog upon
my stomach"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
Turn of Life.

Between the wears If fortv-fve and sixty,
man who has properly regulated himself may
he considered in the prime Of his life His
matured strength Of constitution renders him
almost inpervious 10 the attack Of disease. and
experience has given soundness to his iudg-
ment. His mind is resolnte, firm and equal
all his functions are in the highest order; he
assumes mastery over business builds mp a
competence on-the foundation he has found
in carly manhood, and passes through period
Of life attended by many Qualifications
Having gone year or two past sixty. he ar
rives at stand-still But athwart this. is a
vaduct called the turn of life, which, if crossed
In safety. leads to the valley Of old age"
ronnd which the river winds. and then beyond
without boator causeway to effect its passage.
The bridge is. however, constructed Of fra
gie material. and it depends upon how it is
trodden whether it bend or break Gout and
anoplexv are also in the vicinity IN waylay the
traveller. and thrust him from the pass. hut let
him gird mp his loins and provide himself with
filter staff. and be may trudge in safety and
with perfect co-nposure. To quiet metaphor
"The Turn Of Life is turn either into pro-
longed walk or into the grave. The system
and powers having reached the utmost expan-
sion. now begin to close like flowers at sunset
or break down at once One iniudicious stIm-
ulant. single fatal excitement may force be-
vond its strength. whilst a careful supply OF
rrons and the withdrawal Of all that tends to
force plant. viii sustain it in beauty and
viror until night has entirely Sc: in.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
PIANOS.
GOLD MEDAL FOR 1867

CHARI .IGS NI1 SIIEtf,
For the Best Pianos now made over Baltimore,
Philadelphia and New York Pianos by the
MARYLAND INSTITUTE.
OFFICE Avn WAREROOW No I NORTH LIBERTY
ST.. near Baltimore street BALTIMORE, MD.
CTIEFF'S PIANOS have all the latest improve
- ments, including the AGRAFFE TREBLE,
Ivory Fronts, and the Improved French Action.
fully warranted for Fire Year, with privilege Of
exchange within u months if not entirely satisiac
tory 20 purchaser
Second hand Pianos and Parlor Organs always
on hand. from $50 TO $500.
Referees who have our Pianos in use:-
Gen. K. +. Ice. Lexington. Virginia. Cen
Robt. Ransom. Wilmington. y. c. John Burns,
Dr. l.. c. Cordall, Warren Eby. John b. Packet,
Charlestown. Thos VI. Isbell of Jefferson county,
d. b. Burns of Clarke county. Mrs: SchwartsweI-
der Nnz,rt Musical Association Of Winchester.
TERMS LIBERAL. \ call is solicited.
March %, lSGS-till Nov. II.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09

CURE FOR THE ToOTHAcHE.-Ata a meeting
Of the London Medical Society, Dr. Blake, a
distinguished practitioner, said that he was
able to cure the most desperate case Of tooth
ache. unless the disease was connected with
rheumatism, by the application Of the follow
ing remedy: Alum, reduced to an impalpable
powder, two drachms; nitrous spirits Of ether
seven drachms; mix and apply to the tooth.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
AMOS s. SMITH,

a II AoAAA y NAN --N "
U~TTL practice iu thr Courts of Jefferson.
" Berkeley and Morgan Counties West Va,
s-l Frederick. CIark. and Loudoun Counties, Va.
Attention iu United States District Court ia cases
si Bankruptcy.
OFFICEin BANK BUILDING.
Jsrul-y 8. Is5s-Iv. CUARLESTOWN.
o. 3D. rrtrvr-RN. =. HNLDEWAN.
Blackburn e. II0ldeman,
ATTORNEYS AT LAW,
l.-cs On Queen S--cr',
Third Door North % Uuion Hotel,
MARTINSBCEG. WEST Va.
VIII practice in the United States Courts, The
Court, af Virginia and Wes, Virginia.
October "a. lS51-ly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
Carpets: Carpcts!!

WE have Just received direct from the LGW-
w ELL MANUFACTURING COMPANf, a
full supply Of their
CELEBRA TED CARPETTNG.
embracing tho latest STYLES Of patterns. Aso.
handsome BRUSSELS and low priced FENEI AN
and INGRAM.
You are respectfully invited 10 call and ex1r inc
them. feeling assured that can suit all wanting
Wool Carpet. Prices moderat'.
TINBERLAKE, YOUNG & CO.,
Nav : lSGS-3m. PorteT's Factor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09

In these times Of rabid dogs, the following
receipt for the cure of hydrophobia may be OF
service to the public; The bite must soon as
possible be bathed with warm vinegar and wa
ter and when this has dried few drops Of
muriatic acid poured upon the wound will de-
stroy the poison of the saliva, and relieve the
natient from all present or future danger.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09

"sir, your account has stood Tor two years
and must have it settled Immediately. 10
which the customer replied Sir, things usu-
ally do settle by standing regret that my
account is an exception. If it has been stand
inc 20 long, suppose you let il run awhile
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
SASH FACTORY.

TTIHE undersigned are now prepared n furnish
FRAMES. DOORS, BLINDS. SASH.t tLouF-
ING. MOULDTNGS. BRACKETS. or any kind Of
Scroll Saving and everything needed IN the way
of woodwork about the building of Houses, at our
"BLOOMERY SASH FACTORY
on the Shenandoah river. o. miles above Keyos'
Ferry. miles below Shannondale Springs, and }
miles from CharlestOwn.
As this is a home enterprise We look for the pa
trouage of ou~ own people. and 1t they do not en-
couroe rs II will mot be on account either Of our
prices, quality ofwork or spirit of accommodation.
LUMBER OF ALL KINDS,
either Rough or Dressed, kept constantly on hand
for sale. Post Office Chare>tnwn. Jefferson Co,
West Va. kEARSLEl SUEEkEh.
william Pu1LLIPs, Manager
April IG, 1868.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09

Judge Wm. A. Harrison. Of the Supreme
Court of Appeals Of West Virginia, has sent
in his resignation, TO take effect January J.,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
TO THE FARMERS,
MilIers and Others

COUNTIES or JEFFERSON Il CLARKE
HANTNG associated ourselves in business for
! the rurpo,es of che above Card, We will nay
1- Wheat. Flour. Corn and an other kinds of Pro
Iuce the highest market prices i'm CASH. or viii
keceiv. and Forw3 ON Commission, making sales
and returns 10 the short 81 time.
STARRY ( LOCK-.
Char'estoyvu Depot Jan. no., 1867.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09

MONUMENT TO GEGERAL SCoTT.-MeSSrs
Passmore and Meekcr. of Newark ~ j., have
completed n monument to be erected over the
grave of Lieutenant General Scott, at West
Point. The Newark Adcertiser SAYS: 1t is
provided bv the flial care Of his daughters
and is remarkable for its dignity and simplicity
It consists Of a granite base, seven feet long
three wide. and one foot two inches thick
Upon this single block of polished Italian
marble. This block is six feet long, two feet
81 .lu. and tnU and n holf feet high. T. Sc q
mere plain surface, except the inscription
which is in square, plain cut raised letter in
part. and the remainder in plain Roman
There is not an ornament about it. not even n
moldng to break the severe simplicity and So
liditv of the massive stone. The following is
the inscription Winfield Scott, born, Din
widdle County, Virginia, June %, 1886 died.
West Point, New York. May 81, 1866. His
tory records his Eminent Services as a Warrior.
Pacifcator and General-iu-C Chiefof the Armies
of the United States. Medals and an Eques-
train Statue ordered by Congress in the Capt.
tai Of His Country, are his Public Monuments.
This stone is a mark Of the love and veneration
Of his daughters. "Requiescat in Pace"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-09
n. GANNON.
Architect and Builder,

Architect and Builder,
HABPER'S FERRY, WEST VIRGINIA,
WOULD respectfully inform the Building Pub.
w De that Dee is prepared Co do all kinds OF
CARPENTER AND JOINER'S WORK
I'M tha best manner. He win keep on hand a good
stock off BUILDING MATERIAL. such as White
Pine TIarN Dressed Flooring. shingles Llth. &c.
u. is also prepared o. furnish Bills % Lumber az
short notice. Those I'm want of lumber will tud
GO t1 their advantage o. give him call. tie also
Keep. ua hand manufactured sash, Doors and
Blinds. which win De sold cheaper for the quality
thar auv bob the country.
--G-~lmples alVay. on hand. Give me call.
March H. l~f--6m.