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The Ouachita telegraph. [volume] (Monroe, La.) 1865-1889, 1869-10-02
CORPORATION

CORPORATION
vs..
ROBERT NELSON
To fine imposed for lying drunk, $40 90
IS arrest 90
s. Justice of the Peace's cost 90
Commitment $l3 90
Received payment,
r. ENDOM,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
A Secret Marriage.

A young man in this city, says the Hartford
Courant, had been paying his addresses to
prepoSsessing little creature, whose parea;S
were stoutly opposed to her receiving tss-
ton of this sort, believing her to be too young
to marry. Tue suitor, however, like most sui
tors under the spur of parental opposition,
continued 20 buzz around the domicie Of his
love. and in due time secured the consent of
the old folks-who saw that il was dead sure
thing, any wsy-to go on with the marriage.
Arrangements were made accordingly, and on
a given day, the wedding, which was to be
private affair, was to come of. When tho
time arrived the family had in few near rela-
tives, the clergyman made his appearance, and
all was ready for tying tho nuptial knot. just
as the ceremony was about to begin, the young
man remarked that be had a word 10 say, and
calling the company about him, made this little
speech: 1--WE are much obliged for this gath
oring on our account, but let me suggest that
there is no necessity for any further business,
as we were married three weeks ago /" The
minister Immediately took his hat and left,
while the father Of the girl, gazing upon bis
wife, ycntured to reproduce these touching
lines:
"This world is all feeting show,
For mans Illusion given"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
A Goose Story.

Three winters ago, on a stormy and TEN
pestuous evening in autumn, friend, then re-
siding in Arkansas, had bis attention attracted
by loud and singular noise 10 his yard. Go
ing out, he saw large flock Of geese overhead,
steadily winging their way southwark, on the
ground lay large gray goose, seemingly in the
agonies of death. On examination he found
ono of the wings broken, and the bird wound
ed in various places From the nature Of the
injuries, it is supposed to have been hurt in a
squabble with its companions.
The gentleman brought all his surgical skill
to bear on the wounded fowl and with such
success that it recovered rapidly. 1t became
the general pet Of the whole family, and fixed
with the tame geese as il il had never known
awider circutthan the farm pond and meadow.
But at last, when the season Of emigration
rolled round again, instinct became too strong
for the newly acquired civilization. The goose
disappeared, to the distress Of the household
and the chagrin of its master, who blamed
himself for not having secured it by cutting
its wings.
Last fall, aud again on a stormy night, the
family were awakened by the terrible quack-
ing and scrcecbing, as if a million geese were
clammoring fer admittance.
When they went out an immense flock OF
fowls seemed hardly ten yards from the ground
and in the centre Of the yard stood twenty OF
thirty geese. Quacking loud farewell, the
main hock passed on, leaving the singular
guests headed by the gray goose the farmer re-
cognized as his old protege. He opened the
door of the pen. The goose marched into hcI
old quarters, followed by her brood. Next Gay
the gentleman secured their stay by cropping
their wings; aud apart from little restless
ness at stated seasons. they have remained with
/ him ever since.
The accuracy Of this tale is not TO be doubt
ed but the greatest singularity consists in ihes'
geese leaving the main flock in mid career, anc
being escorted 10 the chosen resting Place
Nep Orleans Times.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
A Hard Story.


Here Is a California story which Is almost
incredible: A hired man on Napa farm was
detailed to keep watch on the corn6eld, aud
not let the black marauders invade the premises
but like many other men in similar situation,
tried 10 plan method whereby 80 much labor
would not have to be performed; so he Lit
upon The plan Of soaking some corn In whisky
and placing it 10 the field 80 that the crows
would surely get drunk, and then he thought
he would have a sure thing on them, and could
kill them easily. IIe had tried to shoot them
with a shot gun, but crows can smell powder
long way. After soaking some corn over
night, be put bountiful supply in the field
carly next morning. and in about two or three
hours he went out to see how things were pro-
crossing, and mark you what follows One Of
the crows, little larger than the rest, bad
gathered up and taken possession Of almost all
the corn and had built himself bar out OF
clods Of earth, and was retailing The whisky
soaked corn To the other crows, charging them
three grains Of sprouted corn for one soaked
grain. Our hired man had no. the heart TO
kill any of the creatures that seemed IN Their
actions like mankind
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
My Wife.

Observe with what love and respect the good
man and worthy husband speaks Of that dear
creature whom God has given him for COM
panion through life Note his actions and OBJ
serve his better half, and you will see that her
image is reflected in him care not how
great a man he may be; | care not how aus
tere and strong-mindcd he may be, 50 that he
loves her Her influence is felt every day, and
her loving words and feminine dependence cx-
crts a power within him which otherwise might
have slumbered unknown and forgotten. In
the language Of Bulwcr, O. her imaged CLOSED
in his soul. lures him on to those inspiring tolls
bv which man masters men," Our greatest
nen. our greatest heroes all attribute their sue
cess in life to the potentinauence of There wife
or a mothers love.
Man must have something to love, some
thing to stimulate him aud raise him from that
state of thraldom in which the cares and anx-
etics of an every day life usually plunge him.
What friend can take a wifc's place; who
but she can administer consolation which is
ever free from the suspicious, the hope of IN
tcrestcdncss, other than that Of holy desire
and deep anxiety to make you happy? Let
all the world forsake aud abandon you; let
trials come upon you and calamities befall You,
yet in her presence and loving affection you
may always find harbinger Of love, truth and
devotion.
Men have ycarning for disinterested love.
Once convince 4 man that ne is beloved for
himself alone, Independent of his wealth, his
riches and his station, or any of the many ad-
vantages Of which he may be possesscd-let
him see, say, that he is loved for himself, and
you make lin your slave for life. Such a
man, blessed with a noble woman for his wife,
is capable of performing things that would
discourage him had he not some one to offer
him those little words of consolation which
tighten the burdens Of life.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
The Quaker's Address to Lo.

The Denver Tribune reports the inaugural
address Of the new broad brimmed Indian
Agents as follows "Lol How goodand pleas
ant tits for brethren 10 dwell together in unity
Dearly beloved the spirit hath moved the Great
Father to appoint me steward for the children
of the forest, Verify, in former times there
have been unjust stewards who were liars and
the truth was not in them for they provided
moth-caten raiments, or as The yaniety Of hu-
man reason phrascth it-shoddy. Yea a null
ttudc Of wicked devices have thine adycrsarica
devised against thee, but let not the sun 60
down upon thy wrath. Friend 10, ] cxhOrt
thee to be clothed with the garment Of peace
and turn from the error Of thy ways, and from
the war path to the path wherein thou shouldst
20. BE not doublc-mindod in the inward man
/ bcsecch thee but wax more and more stead
fast in those covenants which thou hast cove
nantcd when thou didst feel the rod Of corrcc-
ton"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
CHARLESTOWN, THURSDAY AUGUST o. 1869.
A Wicked Prank.

Wednesday night quite fashionable we'd
ding was celebrated The bride was pretty,
as all newly-marriel ladies are, and the groom
was the glass of fashion and the mould of
form. 4 number of invited guests lent grace
and beauty to the occasion, and hearty
congratulations testified the good wishes OF
many friends, for the happiness Of the newly
married pair. But the bours waned rapidly,
and the time for retiring came at last. The
bride was led by laughing bridesmaids up to
her chamber door But imagine their surprise
when it was opened by a lady richly and ele-
gantly clad in a travelling suit, aud evidently
waiting for an interview.
Il beg pardon, madam, but you appear as
tonished," said the strange lady.
"I must confess did not expect to see any
one here" replied the bride.
"No, madam l came in very privately,
and wished an interview, subject to no inter-
ruption"
1t did not occur to the bride to inquire Ivy
whom she bad been introduced, or by what
means she had gained access to her apartment.
1T is very strange ma'am, and ! can't ina
CINE why you wish to speak to me-
"The reason is simple The man you have
just married has imposed upon you. am his
wife"
ooh, impossible you rave!' And the la
dy sank into chair almost lainting.
OF course the bridesmaid screamed Such
a succession of shrieks one has rarely heard
1t speedily brought the fimily to the door with
terror-stricken faces, and with them tho bride
groom, all asking with trembling lips, "What
in the world is the matter? ?"
ooh, Edward !" cried the bride, this per-
son says she's your WIFE"
"My wife, shouted the astonishcd husband;
" why she's insane"
The strange lady stood up calm and I'M
rufled
as it possible, sir that having pcrpeiratcd
this great wickcdness, you will have ,hc hardi-
hood to deny that | am your lawfully-wcdded
wife? ?" she asked, looking the sorely-troubled
Edward in the eye.
"Why, confound you, woman | never saw
you before in my life - exclaimed the astonish-
cd man.
The lady regarded him very much as a
minister would person given over to total
depravity.
ooh Edward I'm afraid it is true and |
loved you so,' sobbed the young wife; how
could you have treated me so ?"
q tell You haven't got any wife but you ;
this woman is an imposter."
The strange lady uttered a low, mockng
laugh. The scene was getting interesting TO
the last degrec.f The ladies were all crying.
and the bride looking stern and Indignant
lie had been for some time intently regarding
the strange lady, when suddenly his eyes light
ed up, and an amusing smile played upon lis
lips. lie took a step forward, and laying bis
hand on the shoulder Of the stranger, said
"Comc, John, this is very cleverly played, but
its time it was over" and following tho i'm
pulse of his arm, the stranger was pushed into
the hall.
-who-what?' % all exclaimed at
once.
1t was the brides younger brother, wicked
boy, who had played a naughty prank, with
the aid Of his sisters travelling suit and her
cast-off cllignon and curls.
1t is scarcely necessary to remark that Iar-
mnnY was worry snccdilY restored
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
Too Sharp by Half.

An cnterprising business man Of this city
runs two branches Of trade, TO wit: grocery
and fish market. The grocery he runs him
self, the fish market 10y deputy, and every
night the latter makes returns of the proceeds
Of the days business to The proprietor.
A day or two since the grocer found in his
FISH market returns counterfeit FIVE dollar
bill. He didn't like to lose il, and he didn't
quite want to take chances Of trying to pass
il. So he called an old darkey who was hang
ing about the premises, aud said TO him;
"Sam. hers a five dollar bill that's a little
doubtful If you will take it and pass it, I'll
give you dollar out of the change
Every well" said Sam, and he took the
bill and went of. Later in the day he re-
turned, having accomplished the feat, aud
handed over four dollars in good money to ,be
grocer.
That night tho grocer, in counting over the
cash returns from his fish market was more
surprised than delighted to fad tic identical
five in the pile.
" Look here" said he sharply, to bis mar
ket clerk, "here's a counterfeit bill-who did
You take it Of? Didn'tyou know twas bad p
Clerk took it aud looked at il for a moment
ooh yes" said he, " remember now; l
took it of Sam, the dIrkey. thought it was
little doubtful, and wasn't going 10 take IT,
but he said he got il Of You 50 l thought it
was all right"
Further explanation was unnecessary
Hartford Post
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26

We have been amused-if indeed we ought
to be amused at any thing now days concern
ing public afflirs-at the discussion in the
newspapers as to whom, or to what party, the
credit of success at the late election in this
state, is due We very well know to whom it
was attributed, the day aftcr'the election But
that Is, now, neither here nor there. 1t is con-
ceded. on all hands, that the aforesaid election
resulted in famons Radical defeat To what
end we are to see hereafter-Aler. Gqz.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
A MERRY HEART

IT'S well to have merry heart,
However short we stay:
There's wisdom in a merry heart
What'er the world may sayl
Philosophy may lift its head
And find out many a flaw,
But give me that philosophy
That's happy with straw.
Iflife but brings US happiness,
1t brings us, we are told.
What's bard to buy, though rich ones try,
With all their heap of gold
Then laugh away-let others say
Whate'er they will of mirth;
Who laughs the most may truly say
He has the wealth of earth.
There's beauty in merry laugh
moral beauty, too
1t shows the heart an honest heart,
That's paid each man his due,
And lent Of what's to spare,
Despite Of wisdom's fears,
And made the cherries sorrow speak
The eye weep fewer tears.
The sun may shroud itself in clouds,
The tempest's wrath begin.
II finds spark to cheer the dark
lis sunlight is within
Then laugh awav-let others say
Whate'cr they will Of mirth-
Who laughs the most may truly boast
He has the wealth of earth.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26

A Western paper announces the illness q
its editor, piously adding: "All good paying
subscriber arcreqiiested to mcution him in Their
prayers. The others need not, rs the prayers
Of The wicked avail nothing, according 10 god
authority"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26

Mrs Nancy Doberty is the champion tape
wormist of Indiana. On last Sunday she took
the premium with ono sixty feet long. Her
principal competitor was Mary McQuade, who
took the second heat with iorty-fyc feet.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
VIRGINIA FREE PRESS,
TERMS
TERMS,

rs-The FREE Prrss is published weekly at f'so
Dollar. cad Fifls Cents per aHHHH' az adra"''
rS-THREE DOLLARS if not paid in advance.
srs~ One Dollar and Fify Cen,' for 'i7. months
zrs-The terms Of advertising are. for square
zone inch or less, One Dollar and Fyy Cents for
three insertions-larger ones in the same proper
tion Each continuance FIFTY Cents
rS-No advertisement TO be considered by the
month or wear unless specified on fhe Manuscript
or previously agreed upon betwcof the parties
rS-An advertisement not naked on TIE COPY
ora specified number ofinsertgns will be continued
until ordered out and paymeuieHacted accordingly
EC-REGCLAG ADyLErIsE1ENTs.-4 aEoia any
Misunderstanding on the part of the Annual AdTer-
tssrs it is proper to state aaeay that their Pri-
vilcge only extezds to thsir immediate business
Real Estate. Legalaad II other advertisements sent
bv them TO be an additional charge, and no varia-
ti0n.
ave. Obituary Notices gilmore than veIines will
De Chargedio
JOB WORK--Postcrs. Sale Bills. Circulars
Cards, &c, execttsd promptly, neatly, aud at ialT
prices.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26

That chap who was " lonely since his mother
died !" is all right now. His father married the
.'head" of large family Of girls, and they Keep
house for lin, and give party nearly every
ri0bt
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
Uncle Billy's Speech.

When | was a drunkard, | could never gel
my barn more than half full. The first year
after signed the pledge, I filled my barn, and
had two stacks; this year | filled my barn,
and have four stacks. When was drunk
ard, owned only one poor old COW, and ! thiuk
she must have been ashamed Of me, for she
was red in the face; now | own five good cows
and own three as good horses as ever looked
through collar. When ! was a drunkard,
trudgcd from place to place on foot now can
ride in carriage Of my own. When / was
drunkard was three hundred dollars in
debt since ! signed the total abstinence pledge
| have nad that debt, and have purchased two
hundred acres of wild land, and ! have
the deed in my possession; two Of my sons
who are teetotalers, arc living on that lot
When was a drunkard, l used TO swear;
have ceased to be profane. The last years of
my drunkenness my doctors bill amounted to
thirty dollars since | signed the pledge,
have not been called upon to spend a rcd cent
for medicine am not poet, but have put
my farewell to rum in verse:
Farewell, drunks, so nigh and handy;
Farewell, rum and Gin and brandy;
Farewell, empty pots and kettles;
Farewell cupboards without "vittals :
Farewell. rooms free to all weathers;
Farewell, beds which have no feathers;
Farewell floors that need a swab-iile;
Farewell, yards that have no wood pile
Farewell, faded vest and breeches;
Farewell, coats more holes than stitches /;
Farewell hats that have no rims on;
Farewell, faces red as crimson;
Farewell. tubs that have no bacon;
Farewell ways that I've forsaken
Farewell, broken chairs and tables
Farewell, dwellings worse than stables;
Farewell, oaths that have spoken;
Farewell vows that | have broken;
Farewell, landlords and bar-tendsrs;
Farewell, all blue-devi senders.
National Temperance Adcocaie
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26

A GEx.-Truth is one of the rarest gems.
Many youth has been lost in society by al
lowing Il to tarnish bis character aDa iDolisbly
throwing il away.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26

The printer who kissed his sweetheart, say
ing please exchange, is believed not to have
exceeded the liberty Of the press"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
JAS. LAW. HOOFF.
DEALER IN
Agricultural Implements,
AND
FOREIGN & DOMESTIC
IL y Ie ID w ~ Il IC.
CHARLESToWN, WEST VIRGINIA.
AGRICULTURAL DEPARTMENT
WOODS REAPER AND MOWER,

WOODS REAPER AND MOWER,
Separate or combined. with SelERake. These
machines are the best in use. Agent for
Clarke and Jefferson.
SWEEPSTAKES THRESHING MACHINE,
SEPARATOR AND HORSE POWER,
The best Thresher in the world.
ALSO, THE NATIONAL, HO0SIER, and other
Hay AND FODDER CUTTERS.
Tile JIIHoughJy Gum Spring Drill.
agent for Clarke and Jeiferson.)
Cider Mills, Horse Hay Rakes, Ploughs,
Berea Grndstones, Pumps of all kinds,
Scales, Corn Shelters, Wheat Fans,
Dirt Scoops, Churns, Cradles, Scythes
Shovels, Forks, Spades, Rakes
GUANOS.-J. j. Turner'S Excelsior, Orchilla,
Alta Vela. Ground Ncrassa, and Pure Peruvian.
Berger Buttz, Chesapeake,
South Carolina and other Phosphates.
Seeds and Plants for Field and Garden.
THE HARDWARE DEPARTMENT
CONSISTS OF
Iron, Steel, Horse Shoes, Mule Shoes Horse Nails,
and Blacksmiths' Supplies and Tools such as An
wills, Bellows, Vises, &c.
IMPORTED AND AMERICAN CUTLERY.
Mortise Machines, Jack Screws, Chains, Traces,
Hamcs, Trowels. Nails. Spikes, Locks. Hinges
Bolts, Files Chisels. Levels, Planes Bevels,
Wrenches, Hoes and Picks.
Especial advantages for furnishing Circular,
Mil and Cross Cut Saws, with warrant.
\ complete stock of Tools aud Supplies for Car
penters. Builders, Masons, Sadlers Shoemakers
and others, with many Housekeeping and Fur
nishing Goods American and Imported.
Thankful for past liberal support solicit orders
for above and similar goods.
March Is, 80. JAS. LAW. H0OFF.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
~. ~ s.
NO HUMBUG HERE!

VENHE subscriber, having just returned from FREQ
ericS CITY with an extensive stock of superior
material is prepared to offer to the citizens of JEFF
ferson county, the very best bargains in
BOOTS AND SHOES,
manufactured under his own supervision, by the
best city workmen. His stock is such to recon-
mend it to every judge of
LEATHER,
and has been purchased with great care from the
manuiactorv 0f Messrs. !lants 4 Eachtrr, oi Fred
erick, the oldest and most experienced TANNERS
in the State of Maryland. As he employs none
but the best workmen-such as thoroughly une
stand the trade-and works none other than the
best finished material he feels confident of his abil-
ity to give satisfaction. Especial attention given
TO the finer quality of
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
HOMEMADE WHISKEY
Sign of the White Boot.

rINHE undersigned has commenced operations on
his own "hook," in the "Run District"
CHARLESTOWN
At the Sign Of the White Boot,
Where he will make BOOTS AND SHOES Of the
best quality Gentlemen who want fine cork exc
cuted, have the opportunity preseSed for obtain
ing il. and not AT eyorbitopt charges.
HUNTING and RIDING BOOTS made to order.
Give me call. ] refer to all, far and near, who
have worn Boots or Shoes Of my make.
JAMES WOODY.
December 3, lS6s.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
General Agency Office.

TVUT. .Subscr,ts- viii give prompt attention TO
Crsntin,. p r;,ies for Life Insurance e-Insur-
51ce Sgaipst Collecting debts of every kind
Receiving subscriptions for Newspapers, Peri,
odicals and Boot and orders for every variety Of
rrrcbasab abI, co,r,73itv in any one Of the Cities.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
wArER.pRooF COMPOSITION.

He has constantly on hand a supply Of this valu-
able article, which has been used during the past
winter with entire satisfaction by many of his Gus
toners lie would refer those who wish TO know
something of its value to the following gentlemen,
who have used it with effect, viz DR.. John j..
Starry. W. j. Hawks. Capt. John j. Lock, W. T.
BY and George W. EichclberGer.
April %, lSG9-ly. j. c. kEMP.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
Thursday, August 90, 1869.

OFFICE IN "JEFFERsoN BUILDING"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26

would 1sk the attention ai the ladies ofCharlcs
town aud vicinity % my large stock of Notions and
Whit. Goods. consstrgu part of Kid Gloves,
Hosiery. L1ces. Cambria end Swiss Ed.iug. Ruff
ding Coventry NarseiI,... Gr.ciJn Bend Fluting,
para.aIs. ijibb1us Plain. Ggsredaud Striped Cam
brio. Barred Imperative. aud many other article,
ton numerous t1 maati1u.
Black and White and Co'Dr,d Beragc Shawls
shetland SlaUls, Real Lama Lace Shawls, Black
Cashmere SLlvls: Tab' Linen. Wool Table Co
yers. White. and Calortd lIoucy-cumb and Mar.
>.il.. Spreads; also Calieas, Cottous, Checks and
Stripes 1t the lowo.tprics
Nv ,tpck os Clothing, II.,., and Gents Furnish
Co.,. good, consists of the Largest and Best selected
ir the county; also Clltls and Ca,simcrcs. White
Linen, Brown Iiucu and Calico Shirts In great va
rietirs. Call and Judge Tor yourselves, at
SA.UAMBURGER'S
CLJrI,St1wu. Nav 6. Cheap Cash Store.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
VIRGINIA FREE PRESS.
w. w. B. GALLAHER, Editors

Charlestown, jefferson County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-08-26
LADIES' WORK.

For the accommodation of the trade, be will keep
on hand, at all times, complete assortment OF
Ready-Madc Work,
which he will warrant to compare with any that
can be found in the country.
REPNRrxG done in the best style, on the shortest
notice. NEW WORK and REPAmNG executed in
from twelve to forty-eight hours, and no disap-
pointmcuts at the hour promised.
Ess~I i must be understood that as Cdsh is re-
quired in the purchase of all material used in my
business and pay of hands, must exact from all,
without respect to persons, CASH on delivery of
work