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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
A Tragrdyin Charlottesville.

many Immigrants 10 Virginia, was Killed
on Thursday morning a. Charlottesville,
w.. by Geo. Ayres,a planter oI tauquier
county, who accused the doctor OF sedu-
cling bis daughter while visiting at bis
house a few months ago. A dispatch,
dated Charlottesville, Dec. Is, gives the
following deiao Of the sad affair
A tragedy occurred here this morning
in which faher became tie avenger Of
his daughters injured honnr by taking
the LIE OF her seducer. DR.. Anthony
r. Oliver vas killed al about A. NJ. by
George $. Ayres, Of FsuQuicr county.
The parties 10 the tragedy are both Eng.
lshmen Ayres j, an old resident of up
per FsuQuier county, near the borders oil
Loudoun, where lie possesses consIdera-
bic properly. occupies high position IN
sociely, is q respected member q! The Bap
list Church, and gentleman Of family.
DR.. Oliver recently erDgra'ed 10 This couu-
Is from Newra,'!e upon-iyre, Eng Gland
and has been indriaigable !n his efforts
To induce emigration from his country 10
Virginia. lie succeeded a! one tine in
bringing over ,IxtY families, all Of whom
seuIsJ in Ire Piedmont region. From
,be fsc,s elected tie cau.e Of the tragedy
originated some tine last summer, when
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Ayrcs, 10 Faugrler. where lie spent tcV.
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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

G Rev. DR.. Bittle, Of the Lutheran
Church, delivered lecture before the
Shepberds,own Lyceum, on Friday even
Jog. of las. week, and took for his sub
jec,, "The world as it was when | was q
boy" which was treated in al interesting
and amusing manner. The development
Of The subject wildly called TO the mind
Of the middle aged the days Of heir boy
hood and reminded The young men of
to-day that they could learn lesson from
the past. and while tie lecturer made
some happy hills a, the vagsries offashion,
bis perorallon was vivid description Of
the vices Of tue day and strong appeal TO
young men to mend their ways.
We understand hat The Lyceun meet
with many difficulties in finding suitable
places for the delivery of The series Of
lectures ihst they contemplate having
this winter, bu, Notwithstanding these
difficulties they will continue their efforts
The Rev. Dr.. Andrews will deliver a
lecture sometime in February, the sub
jec. and place to be announced hereafter!
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

&s@ Every member Of Potomac Coun.
Gil, No. 2, Friends Of Temperance, is re-
qucsied to'be on hand, next Tuesday
night, at The Hall, as business Of inpor.
lance will be up for consideration.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

e. DENTlNE beauties the teeth, hsr-
dens the gums, arrests decay, cures can
ker IN the mouth, acts as a detergent
after smoking, neuiralzcs the offensive
secretions Of the mouth, and impar'a to
the breath fragrance. Price % cents.
Prepared and sold by Henry NJ. Billing,
Druggist, ShepherdslQwn.
AZ Rev. 5. V. Lcech Of Baltimore viii de
liver Lecture at Martinsburg for TIC benefit
orlhe NJ. i Church, on the 10Th OF January
Subject, Edgar Alien Poe.'
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

bs- TIE board of Directors 10 the Ches.
speske and Ohio Canal Company me, al,
their office in Annapolis, Md, on We'd
pesday Of las, week. Messrs. Josiah
Gordon, president Nelson Poe, VIM.
Thompson Of r. A. p. Gornsn. Daniel
s. Biser, James Coudy and jacob Grove,
directors Benjamin Fswcel,. secretary,
and Wm. R. Hutton. engineer. present.
The regular routine Of business. embrac.
ing the examination and passing the &C
counts for the several divisions, and for
nisbing Paymssler Wales with funds tc
pay of The workmen in the employ Of ,ht
company for the last month, was gone
| through with.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

The Shenandoah Herald understands
that Mines & Bros., OF Page county Iron
Works. have twenty boat loads Of iron
now resGy for shipment, and are awaiting
The rise OF the Shenandoah river Sufficient
70 boa, il 10 market. This fertile little
Vslley needs a railroad or river or canal
improvement.
90 We are graihed 10 inform Me'sTs,
Mines a. Bros, that ere the lapse ci
many months they viii be enabled TO ship
their iron to msrSe, upon the Cumberland
Valley and Shenandoah Railroad. via
Chsrlesiown. Shcpberdstown and Ha-
| pers,own.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

EDITORIAL APoLoGIEs.-This week we
expect 10 have, in TO, few Of our co,ln-
try exchanges, the customary notice that
lowing 10 our boys desiring 10 celebrate
Christmas and New Year, no paper will
be issued from this office next week"
This notice may generally be interpret.
ed to read The Editor on drunk and The
devil engaged in irrigs,ing the ink with
whiskey -HagersfO,cn Free Press.
e. We have no doubt bu, tina, the lat.
Ter Interpretation will be applied to .Andy
Of the Hagers.own Free Press. as well as
be carried out by him successfully. Hs
however don'i wait until the Christmas
Holidays arrive.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

GS- Since Saturday morning last we
have been visited with several sno~s,s and
since then the merry Jingle OF sleigh
hell. have been heard.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
Large Brick House

belonging to The same Lot, fronting on
King Street. and formerly known as
the Warehouse" but 81 present occu-
pied as a School Room and Printing
Office. and occupied by Msssrs Nv lie
and McMurran.
Al Of the above described property IL
very desirable and well worthy the al
ienrion Of capitalists
Terms as Prescribed By the Dec'r';
One.ihird Cash, Tie residue in t"O equal
payments Of sis and twelve months from
day OF sale, the deferred payments TO br
secured By he bonds Of the purchaser
bearing inlpGes, from day Of sole sGG 1"
deed OF lru,I on the premises as Iur'hcr
security.
Possession given Oh tie first day Of
April next
Sale to commence st2 O'Clock. p. NJ
TNUS. VAN SNEARINGEN.
SPECIAL Co"mls>lorcr.
6. y. Mckinney, Aucroneef
dec 25 T."
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

@- The Ladies Fair is now in full
blast, and every thing lovely. The pretty
suls are numerous. Supper This even
ing, and Oysters served every evening
during the Fair. Fancy articles Of every
hind for ssie.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
Shepherdstown, w est Va:
sATURDAY............DEC. 25, 1869.

&C. Or Csuier-Boy will be around
on New Years morning with his annusl
AJdfess. He has waited upon you dur
ing The past year with his bulge, Of
news, through all kinds OF weather, and
now deserves some remuneration. Make
hi. hesrl glad and he will place you in bis
Big Book of Remem b5snce.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

g.. Capt. J. Milton Blilmyer shot a
Bald Eagle upon his premises near Bill
myers Mill, on Friday Of last week,
which measured seven feet from tip to
tip Of The wings. He must have been a
ronSer
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

Nar The attention Of capitalists are di.
recied 10 several advertisements OF Real
Estate in this issue. Persons wishing
10 purchase should examine The proper
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

bS- The Mssons OF THE place will eel
ebrals the Anniversary OF S.. John the
Evangelist, on Monday night next. the
9Th instant, by supper at The Eniler
Hotel. Brethren of the neighbUring
Lodges are invited 10 participate.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

@e Religious services will be held to-
day in The Episcopal, M. E. Church,
South, and Lutheran Churches.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

o. Watch Meeting will be held in
both The NJ. E. Churches Of this place on
Friday night next, The 3lsl instant.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
NOTICE.

2pHERE will be a general meeting Of
( The Stockholders OF the Valley Fire
Insurance Company Of West Virgins.
held in Maj. HoofF's Building. opposite
the Carer House. in Chsrlestown. on
Friday the IAN Of January, at o.
clock, r. NJ.
r. ". BAYLOR. Prest.
dec 25 3w
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

Ga ENCOURAGING We have recently
received letters containing rem,iances
and expressions Of encouragement to US
from some Of our subscribers. The fol-
lowing We received from Denver, Colora-
DO, day or two since, from lady sub.
scriber, formerly Of this place
enclosed please find Post Office Or
der for 81. 80. lOr subscription TO The Reg
lister 10 this month. Please continue
sending it, for enjoy reading it very
much. am pleased 10 see from lis col,
umns marked Improvement in your town.
Another subscriber al CoshoctOn, OHIO,
recently wroie us
Enclosed find SIS for subscription 10
the Register. You will please continue
seDOiDg the paper, il keeps me posted up
with my native town"
Another letter from subscriber dated
DsD,ilIe, Illinois, recently says =
Enclosed find SIS for subscription tn
The Register. Please continue 10 send
The Register cannot DO without it,"
The above is few amongst quite a
number OF similar letters We have recent
ly received, Its very encouraging TO
receive such, especially when they con.
tain the greenbackS.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

o. Our old friend GaIIsher OF the
CharIesiown Free Press was in The Bal
timore Poor House last week. Poor
fellow, we pity him-hope be is not there
yet. So much for delinquent subscribers
refusing TO pay up promptly.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

&5. Now Is The time 10 subscribe Tor
the Register, with The commencement OF
the New Year. We have added several
more names to our large list during the
past week. Walk in gentlemen and give
US your names-snd money too. Only
50 so per year,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
For the Register
LEErowN, Dec. 81, 1863.

LEETowN, Dec. 81, 1869.
We were favored with several days OF
very pleasant weather, during The early
part Of last week. improving the appear
arce of the wheat fields very materially.
On Friday evening, December lo'h'
Leeloyn Lodge. No. At, Independent
Order OF Good Templars. was organized
by w. B. Lsuck, Deputy Grand Worthy
Chief TempIar, assisted by len members
of Excelrior Lodge, No. "a, OF Shop
herdsiown.
Twenty.four persons were initialed,and
the following officers were elected and
installed DR.. Thos. II. Buck, Worthy
Chief Templar; George Hogue' Worthy
Vice Templsr; Joseph 5. Trussell, Wot'
thy Secretary; Henry c. Evans, Fnsn'
cial Secretary; Henry s. League, Treasu-
rer; Philip Morgan, Chaplain J. W.
Nicely, Marshall; Patrick J. Bailey,
Guard; E. J. Lewis. Sentinel.
During Friday night and Saturday Of
last week We were treated 10 sno"
storm, Of nearly twenty. four hours dufa-
ton. About tea or Twelve inches OF now
fell, accom- panied by high wind Irom the
northwest; tue very muddy condition Of
the roads, precIudes the possibility Of
much good seighing, 81 least for lie pre-
seEt.
The Union SunGsy School Of Middle
way ere making proportions for an EX'
hbItiun on Christmas days. Tor he Rene
fit OF the school believe.
Speaking Of this exhibition reminds me
that the ladies' Of your town ere gong 10
hold fair during the holidays, for the
benefit Of the band wish Them great
success, and hope that the new band may
equal in musical talent and proficiency
the old "Shepherlslown Band" Thirteen
or fourteen years ago, when was guile
small boy, heard the "Shepherd'to~n
bsud" discourse sweet music, and | have
never heard superior performance by
any band.
Rev. Mr.. Penick, OF Chsrlestown. Is
conducting a series of meetings al "WIIi'
shire's School House" some two miles
from LeGiown; considerable interest has
been manifested, and six or seven per.
sons have prolessed conversion; others are
exercised upon the all important Subject
of personal salvation; and we hope that
many OF them may find the pearl OF great
price.
As we write, p P. NJ }, the snow is
again falling rapidly, and for the first day
of winter, we think to-day will d..
Yours, &c. TEN Is.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

10, DR.. A. F. Smith is turning cut
some besutiful specimens Of Pictures OF
all kinds in his line. They cannot be
testen. Call al hi. Gallery and exam
inc hem.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

g. 4 slight cold, cough, hosrseacss,
&c, which misat be checked with a
simple remedy, If neglected often 'eTni-
mates seriously. Few are aware OF tie
importance Of stopping cough or slight
cold, in the first Stage. That which IN
tie beginning would yield to mild rene.
DIV, if not attended TO, soon attacks the
lungs. Billings Syrup Of Tar and Wild
Cherry, is an excellent remedy for
Colds. Price % cents a bottle. Al
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
The VALUABLE
Merchant Mill,

belonging to The same, with al the zig t.
and privileges connected herewith Ia.
ken altogether lli'is very desirable pro.
perry.
Terms as Prescribed by The Decree
One half Cash, lhe residue in six months,
with interest from day Of sale, the defer
ed payments 10 be secured by the bond.
OF the purchaser or pUrchs'ers.>nd deed
Of trust on tie premises as further sscurI.
iy.
Possession 10 be given on the first of
April, next.
Sale to commence al IL o'clock. NJ.
THOS. VAN SWEARINGEN,
Special Commissioner.
G. D. McGlincy, Auctioneer.
dec IS, 1860. SIS
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
THE
CLABATGH WASHER SUCCESSFUL.

T WOULD respectfully inform the citizens Of
jefferson and Clarke counties that sm still
manufacturing this unexcelleG Washing Ma
chine. and the general satisfaction has given
the many families that have used 1t during the
Eve wears il has been introduced, | have no
hesitation in warranling il 10 WISH clothes IN
less time, with less labor, less soap, and with
less wear 10 The clothes than any other method
known =,
have reduced the price Of The Machine with
Wringer attached TO $50. Each separate wv
Shop price sls for both. Warranted Tor orc
year. ,,
! will deliver them on trial for one month.
and if they fail 20 give satisfaction, will remove
them if notified at the expiration OF that time
Orders solicited Terms accommodating
hdare., JAMES T.. MADDOX,
hepherdstosn, N.Fa,
December -, 1859.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

o. II. NJ. Billings would inform bis
customers, and tie public generally, that
he has Just received a nice 10! Of RaisIns.
Clron, CurrsnIs, &C., which he will sell
cheaper than they can be purchased else
ubcro d. At
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

g. BALLou's MAGAziNE.-Ihe Janua'
ry number Of this splendid magazine has
been received. 1t has stood the test Of
time, and is universally admitted to be
one Of The best magazines in tho country.
lis pages sre rich in the choicest gems.
We cannot conceive faulty circle com.
pete without Bsllou. Published by FL
liou, Thomas & Talbot, Boston, Mass,
at ST 80 per AMMAN.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
Public Sale
OF
COUNTY PROPERTY.

OY order Of ,he Board 81 SJpef'i'o,,
~ wIIl cell al PIT nc sale,
On Monday, December 9Th,
in.rsnr. E, , o'rlock. +. VI, ~ I,onI Of
tho premises ~ Ch>ricsiown. al 'be ms-
Teri i, contained in on! abou, the old III.
cous.iiug Of
Brick, Stone and Lumber,
in the bml6irg RON DOORS and
IRO.Y HINDOU,S. &r. spprrarplng
thereto; and at the same lime and rlArs
TIE 10 + an ah,eh ii" u! stand. vii
be "Brre5 loT -.e.
Sral'd piopo.al' " IL be received up 30
the evening 81 he 25lh instant for all OF
a por'iDn 81 'hi' properly.
Term. made known al sale.
SAMUEL RIDENOUR.
Special Agent.
dec II 81
Free Press ard Spirit co2y.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
Also

Atlhe sane lme and place, end under
and by virtue Of the same decree, "lIi be
sold lhe one undivided half Of
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
o. CHRISTMAS IS HERE

&S. CHRISTMAS IS Here TO day
near nineteen hundred years ago, marked
the grsndesl epoch in the history of
world; and tho i, is borne 10 us upon the
wings Of eighteen centuries. we hal,ow il
as the natal day Of worlds hopes, and
Savior. A day whose morn was ushered
in by angel songs, whose bur.hen was Of
hope and joy to a universe. All ages
have gladly hailed this day. and may we
gree, it, coming with JOY and ,hauks-giv-
ing. We know the little ones are happy,
for we 60 back thro' the long years of
LIES tolls and battles, TO The blessed DAYS
OF childh aod, and remember how anxious.
ly re waited the coming Of this day; how
on lis eve We would hang our little stock
ings a, the chimney place, then nestle in
our irundle bed TO dream of Santa Claus,
and the good things that he would bring;
aud how we wakeEed at ,he peep Of day
10 find our s,ocsings stored. What ex-
,acies We were in ! All, those ere hap
py days! Blu, with the growth Of years
The verilsble Santa Claus Of childhood
has become myth; and we Lave learned
the importance Of this day. Then let Us
celebrate its advent with thanks giving;
discsrdng the pride, selfshDese, and ami.
mosiles, tia, characterize our age; acl in
charity to all. and thereby preserve that
Peace on earth, and good will TO all men"
that angels proclaimed, on this, our bless
ed Christmas nom. near two lhousand
years ago.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
VALLEY lIRE INSURANCE COMPLY
OFFICERS.

Col. Robert u. BaJ ior-PlesJsnL
Col e. "A. PorterfeId-Ssc'y e. TnF'
I'm. ". CraighiH-AssislsDI Sso'y,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25
nLRECYORN-

John W. Granlham, Joseph TrsPnell, Mere
dith Helm, Jas. Law. lloof James Logic, N ID.
w. Burr, and Robert W. Bay Tor.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-12-25

Free Press ard Spirit co3y.
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1869-08-09

asarge: ea'd he :seemsd to Bs~ Of tho ',it-
ssS knoo. &C. !only know that some persans
very near Or. Mackey. and whose aets nru
usually IN harmony with DR.. Mackey's views,
atd belong TO that little knot" 1t is pleasant
20 Know chat br. MacAey himself has q bctter
porcy in this matter than some OF those who
Sxs ReHeraaiy regarded as his exsOnOnts.
~ u unfortunate eIr tho ex.CsS:;ector that
uis cou1Se has been such that those who ara
! nls wsrmest aud truest friends IL the Rnpub-
Ssn party are not those whose birth and
3, !n,reeoing have been in his ne,ghborhood. Ia
It possible that those who know him hest are
.uose VINO least love and esteem him 7
trust not. STRANGERS often m,sun derstaud us
put 10 ls sad. indeed, wheu those who always
nave xnown us withhold tho neighborly and
'''enaiy xy regard which 90 sweetens life.
"A rew words more, and will not yyeary your
patience longer. Dr.. Maokey says:
20 me all honest Republicans arc tho ga me-
no M mater from what State they may come. I
40 uot denounce Mr.. SAWYER because Nassa-
onusetts gave him birth, but because the DO
ntioel course ne ls here pursuing. it pursued at
Boston. would meet with the sine inst rotr;.
button that South CAROLINA will vet award to
him." wv """A" "
Now. in Boston when they have a eepuipe
REPUBLICAN, as collector. they expect him to
TAKE MS nubordinates from the Republican
partv. fhat Is just wha wished DR.. Mackev
to 10; but he not only would not 10 thus but
all. or voted the Democratic ticket. or voted
20 secretly hat nobody ks,e,o ho,U ipu did poie.
were ''good Republicans"
hope the Docor will not be anxious ahous
the ''resributlou" shall get. Charity begins
I have done. Not willingly havo tresnasso,
thus far on YOUR space. This CLOSES the COR
troversy on my part. have no reply 10 make
to any thing else IN DIR. Mackc,'s sneeoh or hi.
'os'er' FREDERICK A. SAWYER.
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1869-08-09
Tribute OF .ospoc..

AT meeting of Howard Lodge, No. 8, I. o.
! y. t., held on the 9Th instant, the following
preamble and resolutions were unanimously
adopted: ~
l. AGAIN is this Lodge called upon to mourn
the death Of another worthy brother. Again
has that insatiate archer, Death, sped his
| poisoned shaft into our midst. and borne off. IN
tho very spring time OF life and in the midst
! OF bright career OF usefulness, our brother.
j. b. =. GoTJEN. Could friendly and fraternal
| affectioss, andkhe warm feelings of every mem
ber Of this Lodge. have interpoaed between
him and death. then he would still be with us
in all his pristine health and usefulness. aiding.
as ever was his wont, In oil that was conduc.
i've to the well being and prosperity ct our be-
loved Order.
Therefore, in consideration os his close Atm
iey with us, and his honorable life, while we
tender to those near and dear to him our heart
1eit sympathy. let us not murmur against the
DEGREES OF an all-wise and Just God. Be it..
therefore,
! Resotoed, That, whilst bowing in humility
to the viii Of God, we cannot refrain from ex.
pressing the sorrow which We feel in the Sac
| loss we have sustained.
Res0lued, That IN the sudden aud unexpect.
ed death Of our brother. j. H. &. GorJEN. in
the spring time Of life, We have been taught
another solemn and impressive lesson. and
made to feel more deeply that in the midst OF
life We are in death. -
Resotced. That in testimony of respect to
our deceased brother, a blank page in our MIN
ute BOOK h. inscribed with his name and dedi-
| Gated to his memory.
Resoiued. That as q token Of respect and es-
TEEN the working implements OF the Lodge be
clothed in mourning until the end Of the pres-
| ent quarter.
| Resoued. That copy Of he foregoing pre.
amble and resolutions be sent TO the widow OF
our deceased brother, and that the came be
published IN the CHARLESTON DAILY News.
Extract from the Minutes.
| --~ E. L. nnnnr, Rooordins Secretary
Howard Lodge. No. g. I. of.