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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

INDIAN SuMMER.-The period of the year
is now at hand or approximating, when this
season in all its glories, is upon US. An ex.
change says of it,
That season interjected between the early
and latter autumn and known as the Indian
Summer, is marked by many peculiarities
that make it distinct from any other season,
and is invested with charms that render it the
most beautiful and interesting of all the sea-
sons. 10 say when it begins and when it
ends is not easy. Like the equinoctial rains,
1t is sometimes earlier, sometimes later, and /,
like those rains, it is sometimes interrupted,
and not unfrequently returns with augmented
lustre. The yellow light of the Indian Sum-
mer and the hazness that marks it impart a
subdued, dream like, and almost sombre as
pect to every object. There is dim, ghostly
and weird cast about everything that we look
upon. There is mist that makes all that
meets the eye look as if it were seen Through
glass darkly," smoothing down all asperi-
ties and subduing them to an almost melan-
choly softness. For several days past the
languid sun, the smoky atmosphere, the gold
en- gloom, and the voluptuous softness of the
temperature have given token of the inaugu-
ration of the Indian Summer. Not unfre-
quently during its progress the mornings are
ushered in with all the ordinary indications
of rain, which soon, however, disappear, leav-
ing the golden glories to renew themselves
1t is now that the forests are in the full lustre
of those varied tints that poets love to de-
scribe. They wear them for while, and
then shed their foliage, leaving their limbs
nude and unsightly. The termination of this
season is the prognostic of winter. With
winter come clouds, storms, SHOWS but it also
introduces us to the cheerful fire, around
which the family circle forms itself, leaving,
however, vacant seats for friends and neigh
bors Each season has its drawback, but
each has also its advantages and pleasures
Man, wise as he is in his own conceit, could
not have ordered them better than they have
been disposed by nature. TO bear up against
ills. to enjoy blessings, and to be submissive
and thankful, is the duty of ALL
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

GONE ABRoAD.-Dr. V. L. Perry, recent
ly located at Harpers Ferry, started few
days since for Navassa, az Island Of the West
Indies, to assume the general superiutendency
j of the affairs of an American trading company,
who have large interests at stake in that
region. The DR.. was formerly in the employ
of the same company as assistant Surgeon in
the medical department of the island. lie
carries with him the best wishes of our people
for his safe return at the end of the year, for
which he expects to be absent His estimable
lady remains IN the charge of kind friends at
home
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

QUERY2-We have been requested to ask,
10y one who is interested in the matter, what
disposition is to be made of the Books donated
to the Christian Association of this town,
which is no longer in existence, for the pur-
pose of forming circulating library? He
learns that the books are being scattered hither
and yonder, no one assuming control in the
matter of preservation. Would it not be we'll
for the last officers of the Association to come
to some agreement on the subject, and give
public notification of the same?
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

WORTHY OF Misunderstanding
an old Democratic friend the other day, whose
locks are whitcucd with more than seventy
winters, upon his healthy appearance and
activity of motion. he Informed US that he
attributed it as much to twelve days of ex>
ercise in seeding his recent crop on foot,
travelling daily over 5 or 20 miles cfs surface,
as to any other cause, as it had satisfied him
that there was life and muscle cleft in the old
man yet" This example of doing, what the
hand findeth. to do, by one so entirely able to
have secured younger and more expert assist
ance, serves much to encourage the hope that
our waste places may be built up, and our
fertile fields made to blossom again as the rose.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

SALE.-Mr, A r. II. Ransom has recent
ly sold the property in the Western end of
the town, known as Frames corner, to Mrs.
BENZ. T. Welsh, for the sum of 81 500-pos>
session to be given on the LIST of April next.
The property of Mrs. Douglass, advertised to
have been sold on Saturday last. was with
drawn at 81 $50.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
WATCHES FOR THE MILLION,

The oriode Gold Watch Co. manufacture, on
strictly sci :ntic principles (style fnish and color
Is earat goid) -siiie of the most rare and cost
ly description OF Gold Watches.
They are manufactured with Hunting Cases (La
dies AID gsnusmGn'sl. have superb Swiss move
pents, jsr1tEed engine turned, with compensation
spiral spring.
Railroad Conductors, Engineers, EIP,ssslnel-ths
most exacting of our custOmers-have thoroughly
demonstrated the Atrengtb, durt bility. accuracy,
and utility of the fac similo PGlthdH Watches. and
pronounce them invaluable as reliable time keepers.
Fine Swiss Movement, SIS; Patent dmerieGn
fac-simile TVdlntnm Watches. full jeweled. $40 !;
CLronomotsr Balance. S25 each. Elaborately en- /,
graved with new and novel designs. Each watch
warranted by special certificate from the Oriode
Gold Watch Co.
Also mag nifcent osiode Gold Chains, SIS, So.
and 81 each. Sent Everywhere, to be paid for On
delivery.
Our customers supplied free with the Pick.
pocket Detective and witch Guard also, mailed
separately receipt of so cts. The Genuine Onods
Gold Watches can only be obtained by ordering
directly from Is.
JAMEST, MONROE & co. Import & Manufs.
1875 Broadway, New York.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

VALUABLE INvENT1oN.-The new method
ofdrawing water from cisterns or wells, recent
ly introduced in our community,s we'll worthy
of attention, from the economy of price and
efficiency of purpose. 1t has heretofore been
most favorably known BRoNsoN's patent
Water Elevator. in use since the year '66, aud
generally introduced throughout all the West
ern states. The agent, Mr.. o. +. TAGGERT,
of Parkersburg, has just disposed of the county
rights of West Virginia, this included, with
several sales in East Virginia, on terms in
dicatiug the most favorable opinion of his i'm
provement, by practical and scientific mechau-
les. 1t is surely simple in con struction, not
liable to be put out Of order, no danger of
interruption by freezing in winter, and so
cheap as to be within the reach of all to pur
chase. Those wishing to see this bucket
pump IN operation, can do so BY visit to the
farm of Mr.. F. w. Drew, near town.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
GALL THE YEAR ROUND"


PARTICULARLY THE PRESENT TINE.
WANTED Corn, Oats, Rye, Bacon, Lard,
w Butter, Eggs, and all the Dried Fruits raised
in this nc,ghborhood, sue h as
APPLES. PEACHES, CHERRIES, BLACK. BER-
RlES, &c. Also, FIRE WOOD.
All for CASH or for trade if desired; in the latter
case G roceries could be had from the smallest to
the lar gcst quantity, and surely as cheap II not
cheaper than anywhere else.
On all bills of Froe Dollars a discount Of 5
per cent. 'oW be aNo'ccd.
The stock IF Goods kept on hand is undoubtedly
the largest in the County, although we have moth
ing to SELL
new feature of the concern this: That no
prosecution for debts, good bad or indifferent will
be entertained hereafter. You may therefore buy
as much you can on Credit. and never pay
The question ariscs-How much Can you buy on
Tcks Echo answers-NARS A RED
Coal
LUMP RUN OF NINE and FINE FOR Black
SMITHS always on hand, and very cheap.
For the above apply to
Harper's Ferry, w. Va, Sep Is ls6s-sm
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

RELIeIoUs.-A series of religious services
will be held in the Methodist Church of this
place, to begin on next Saturday night, the
>14th inst, at 7 o'clock, P. NJ. The Rev.
NALpHEUs WILSON, of Baltimore, is expected
to be present and preach on Sunday. Other
ministers from abroad may preach during the
week.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

OUR MARKET.-The market of our town
is at this time reasonably supplied, and such
as is offered finds ready sale. But little wheat
or new corn is coming in, but we hear of a
few sales, the former at $40 and the latter
at s4.OO. Potatoes, 81 %; Cabbage, to 10
cents per head Tarnips, SO cents; Chick
=--oo, ee55=cents Butter, 30 cents; Eggs, 90
cents, and other articles of consumption in
proportion. The Meat market is fully sup
piled, and sausages, &C., have tendency
) downward, in more vaughan one.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
10000 AYEAR & EXPENSES TO AossT.
THE GRECIAN BEND.

TOBACCO ANTIDoTE.-w Warranted TO remove
i all desire for TOBACCO. This great remrdy
is excellent appetizer II purifies the Blood in
vigoratcs the system, possesses great nOurishing
and strengthening power, enables the stomach TO
digest the heartiest food makes sleep refreshing.
and establishes robust health. Smokers and Chetr
fer Sirty Years Cured. Price Fifty Gents pee
box, post tree. Can be cent any distance by mail
with perfect safety treatise the injurious eff
tects OF Tobacco, with lists of references, tesimo
mails. &c, sSNT FREE. Agents wanted. Address
DR.. T. n. ABBOTT, Jersey City, Nj,
o. Sold by all Druggists.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

- Negro suffrage has been adopted in Min
nesota by 5000 majority.
- Mrs. Lincoln arrived in Paris on
Wednesday.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
A GOOD CHANCE TO INVEST
YOUR MON L Y {!

q F. WHITE, would mott respectfully an
-. uounce to the people of Middlcway, and the
country surrounding. that he has now in store, a
complete stock of
FALL AND WINTER GOODS.
II consists as usual of every description of staple
aud fancy DRY GOODS. Boots Shoes Hats and
Caps. A fine assortment of G ENTS' FURNISHING
GOODS, and an innumerablc line of Notions. His
LADIES' DRESS GOODS
are very handsome and well worthy of cxam-
nation. He is determined to cell these Goods at a
very small profit, for Cash, and not to be cxcelled
BY any house in the county.
o. Those who have heretofore purchased Goods
from him, on short Credits respectfully remind
cd that their accounts ready for settlement, and
he asks all to come forward and make prompt pay
mcnt.
Remember the Stone Store House, Middlcway.
October 30, lS6S-tf.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

A plantation in Mississippi, which cos t
SGT, 900 ten years ago, was sold lately for s26.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

eGy~ Mr.. A. d. Barr advcrtises two stove:
for sale in to days paper.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
A MUSICAL BOX FOR ONE DoLLAR

"A III O1SAb bOA Fur yin E DOhLAh.
TTNHE French Great Sensation; novelty, cheap
ness, durability in highly polished wood case, ,
metallic tongues, brilliant in tone, of the best con-
structon, with the most recent improvements, new
keyless pattern. EIGHT SELECT Ans. Emina atty
adapted for the drawing room table. Guaranteed
OF the best workmanship and performance No. I
size, airs, 81 No. q is airs, 50; No. ,. % airp
50. All sent FREE on receipt of the amount. no
agents, no discount. Address VIM SCOTT, Agent,
No. 81 Market street, New York. .-..tr =
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
GEO. p. ROwELL & cos ADYERFIS-
ING AGENCY.

'sTbey have rednced advertising to n more per-
feet system than has been known hcTctotore''-Ha-
zlsto1 (Pa.) Sentinel, oct. 81. 1861.
"Whatever is prompt, methodicaI and straight
forward they practice in their dealings aud only
that ''-BosLOn Commonwealth, Nov. 90, 1861.
''They now probably do the heaviest advertising
business in the country .''-MnnehCsfer IN. HS
Daily Union, JGn. IS, 1868.
''Iheir establishment is perhaps the most c1ten-
sive in the United states Cape dan AGreItiser.
GoueestcT, Mas.
"This firm is now the most Substantial business
house for advertising in the A'stTie9a
Mining Indsz. Nv. W dprlI 2. 1868.
''With their reputation they can and do get the
lowest andmost advantageous TERMS MishGaGEa
(Ind.l Eht0pTiss.
WE ARE PREPARED TO RECEIVE ADvERTfsENESIs
FUR ALL AMERIcAS NEwEPAPEEs, At PRICES AZ Low
uBT .IEED AT THE OFFICES OF PUBLICATIONS
GEO. r. ROWELL d. Coz
Advertising Agents.
40 Park ROW, y. Y.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

- The corn crop of Ohio this year is esti-
mated at III 600, 900 bushels
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

PUBLIC SALEs.-On to-day, as We noticed
in our last issue, the extensive sale of person.
atty, advertisedEby Mr.. R. B. Helm, takes
place at his residence near Leetown, and those
in want of valuable stock or any description
of farming implements, would do we'll to be
present. To-day, also, the Hon. VIM. Lucas
will sell publicly an extensive assortment of
building, fencing, and other lumber. The
sale takes place on the East side Of the Shenan-
doah river, nearly opposite Keyes' Switch
On tomorrow, wednesday, Charles GOens,
on the Mt. Hammond farm, nearly opposite
Shaunoudale Springs, will offer all the stock,
farming implements, &c, heretofore belonging
to that extensive farm, all of which is of the
best quality aud in good condition. On
Saturday, 14th, Mr.. S, Fleming, will offer at
public sale, at the late residence of DR.. w. F.
Alexander, horses, sheep, young cattle, six
stands of bees, &C., having on hand more than
is necessary for his future operations.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
NEW FALL AND WINTER GOODS.

AM now receiving my FALL STOCK Of Goods.
i which for cheapness and variety Will compare
fayornbIy with any in the market, Among Vhleh,
will be found
LADIES' DRESS GOODS,
of every styIe-rieh and elegant.
CLOTHS AND CASSsMERES.
Notions, oueensyare. &c; My friends Will Pie.'a
October 20 H. L. HElSKELL.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
REA j. e STA TIE.
Homsher & Drawbaugh,

Homsher & Drawbaugh,
KEARNEYSVILLE, VA,
A RE now opening the most complete and varied
"A assortment OF Dry Goods, Groceries, &C., ever
brought to Kearncysville.
DOM STIC GOODS
Stocks of the most popular Prints at old prices:
Fast Colors, l25 cents;
Domestic Ginghams, l2I cents and upwards;
Brown Cottons, yard wide, l2a cents;
Bleachcd Cottons 10 to 10 cents, tip top;
Good Tickings, 30 cents and upwards;
Crash, lEk to 30 CENTS
Also a full line of Checks Stripes, Dcnins, Je1
and other Domcstics, atcorrespondingly low prices
DRESS GOODS,
ofall shades and latest styles-French Merinos,
ALI Wool Corded Poplins, impress Cloth, Bomba-
zines, Black and Coiered AIpacas, All Wool and
American Dcanes.
SHAwLs of the latest and most fashionable
styles, and very low.
WHITE GOODS.
full and complete assortment of Barred Muslins.
Cambrcs, Brilliants &c, Puscals of the finest
quality.
Corscts, Hoop and Bamoral Skirts.
FRENCH BEAVER for OvcrcOa ting, Cloths, Cas-
simeres, LInscys, Cassines and Blankets of all de-
scriptions, very low.
A complete assortment of Boots and Shoes, Hats
and Caps, of all styles.
%Fooerie5
large and we'll selected stock. at the lowest pri-
Gee. A car load of q. A and Marshall Fine Salt.
We would respectfully call the attention of the
public to well selected stock. Please do not
lail to give early call and see for yourselves.
HOMSHER & DRAWBACK.
Kearncysviilc, Va OCTOBER ID, 1865.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
Spirit ut ystfsrsulr.

wooD.-.Send aat once Those of our
subscribers who pay their subscriptions In
Wood, are expected to send it at once, OF eise
we shall be compelled to give money for that
which is already paid for, and promised long
since to have been delivered.
We are at home, confined to the house by
sickness, and shall not think it at all kind in
those who want to pay in wood,i they permit
our fires to run low at such period. A word,
we hope, will be sufficient Nov. 10.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10

SIoUTHERN PUBLISHERS are repeatedly in
- formed that AIessra. GEO. 2. ROWELL x CO,
the leading New York Advertising Agent, are now
,nek;no extensive contracts throughout the South:
IT,, nm eq,6 for an tie A6retiSfag they order, and
expsct % obtain low rates. PpbIshers wishipg To
- ,bsir JoURrALs plsred on 6Ie at the cfIee OF
49, HOWELL & COMPANY, should address
thcTn as an exchange TO the ADYERITSER'S Cd
ZETTE New York City.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
NewSPaPcrs-
THE BEST ARE THE CHEAT PEST

THE BEST ARE THE CHEAPEST.
A LIST has just been published TOl Isz usE OF
A ADvEsTIsEas. including the leading Democratic
80 RenubIiran papers in all towns and cities Of
fbe USiTEp STATEs haF wing more thsl 1000 popu
alton (dajiies being given wherever any are pub
i;'hed and also most of the weekly publications.
,he REGULAR circulation Of which exceed 10000 co.
MES each issue.
Address GEO. ROWELL * co.
Advertising A gents:
40 Park Row, New YORK
October DO 1863
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
AGENTS WANTED FOR
THE GRECIAN BEND,

WHAT 1T is. how IT grew into a national calam.
w ity. A vERv FuSNY Book, PRoFusELY ILLus.
TRATED. By mail, 20c.; copies for 81. Address
GRECIAN BENDPUBLISHING CO., Box 672. n.
@. Trade supplied by AMERICAN NEWS CO..
ll9 & l2l Nassau street, New York,
GOODSPEED'S FOUNTAIN PENS.-6o
VI lines written with one pen of ink. No blotting.
One dozen ted samples sent Tor IS cts Agents
make 5 10 day. Address GOODSPEED CO..
81 Park Row, New York.
$4,000, YEAR EXPENSES sSI e S, TO AotsTs.
chine. Stitch alike on both sides. Samples on two
weeks trial. Extra INDUCEMENTS to experienced
agents. For further particulars, address the W.T.
SON SEwISG MAcHISE Co., Cleveland, o.; Boston.
Mass, or st. Louis, Mo. 4
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10
III CIV GoOdS.
GREAT DECLINE IN PRICES.

N HOWELL is now opening large and well
u. selected stock of goods. consulting of DRY
Queenswaie, Woodeuware, Notions, Cassineres,
sc TO which he invites the attention of all wishing
He would ask the special attention of the gentle
men to his stock of CLOTHS and CASSIMERES,
which is larger than ever before-comprising all
the late styles of PLAIN and fancy goods. Beaver
and Trcot Cloths for Overcoats and Clocks, Black
French Cloth, Doeskin Cnssimeres, All Wool Ker-
sevs ID rab and Cray Linseys, Sattinetts, &c.
These goods have been bought with great care,
and at prices much below those of last Fall. All he
asks is n trial.
October l3, 1868.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1868-11-10


Can enter II any :inr. as there are vacaticne.-
Special :divi,.ul ins tIuctIon TO all Students.
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~ REAT DISTRIBUTION
VI BIZ THE
METROPOLITAN GIFT COMPANY.
Cnsh Gifts to the Amount OF sa5O.ooO.
EVERY TICKET ORA WS a PRIZE.

Fine Oil Paintings Framed EngraviDgs, StVerware,
Photograph Albums, and large assortment OF
Fine Gold Jewelry in all valued at 81, 90, 900.
A chance to draw any Of the above prizes oy gur'
chasing Sealed Ticket for twenty-five cents. Tickets
describing each prize are sealed In envelopes ano
Thoroughly mixed. On receipt OF twenty-five cents
Sealed Ticket will bo drawn without cho ce aud de.
yered at our Office. sent by mail to my address,
dcket-holder on payment Of One Dollar. Plies will
be Immediately sent to any address, rs requested by
express or rcturn mail.
You will know what your prize is before you pay
for it ANY prize may be exchanged for anotner OF
the same value No blanks.
Ga Our patrons can de end on fir dealing.
REFERENcEs.-Wes so ect the few following names
from the many who have lately drawn valuable prizes
and kindly permitted us to pub ish them:
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Monroe. Chicago, ILL.,, Piano. valued at SG50 Robert
Jackson, Dubuque, Iowa. Gold Watch, $3.50; Philip
Mccarthy, Louisville, Ky.. Diamoud Cluster Ring
5000; X A. Patterson, New Bedford Mass, Silver len
Set, SITS; Miss Emma Walworth, Milwaukee, Wis.
Piano, s5uO; Rev. r. w. Pitt, Cleveland, Ohio, Melo-
deon, s125.
&S-We publish no names without perrnis sion
OPINIONS OF TIE Press They are doing The
largest business; the firm is reliable, ana ND deserve
their SUCCESS "-Weekly Tribune, Feb 8. 1858.
ave have examined their 9, stem, and know them
to lie tair dealing arm "-NeW YORK HeTaeo' feo
%, 1868.
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which was promptly received. DAILY Ne'0s' haTca
8, 1868.
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HARPER, WILSON & CO.,
July 20 Imo No 1,3 Broadway, n. I.
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The RADICAL press Of the North is evi-
dently far from sanguine Of the result in
the Southern States next November. The
New York Times gives the following note
of warming: "The danger to be apprehend-
"ed is that Of q too entire dependence upon
i"the Southern vote to determine the con-
.stsst for the Presidency. The vote Of the
ssreconstrdcted States is assumed as for
"GRAsr and CoLrAx as q matter Of course
.sThc experience Of Georgia should moderate
assurance in this particular. If the South
ttcome in, as it were, to ratify result
.sacbieved by the might Of: Northorn Repub-
s.licanism, the etfectwill be good upon both
.'sections. Circumstances may make it the
s.arbiter in the'ostruggle; but that would
s'be unfortunate, however right legally or
smorally."- q. hna- p" -