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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
READ! READ! READ
OF One Of the
Grand Wonders of Creation
4 T the grand display Of goods made on the cor
y ner Of Liberty and Lawrence Streets, by our
friend Of the
BROADWAY HOUSE.

In What way il Is that he is doing business, no ono
can tell but If you viii call at his store you will
find one Of the grandest displays Of the most beau
tful.
Ladies' Hats and Bonnets Of every style and
shape from ten cents 20 one dollar Ladic. Misses
and Chdrcn's Caters and Shoes from l5c 10 81 I;
Mems and BOYS Caters, Boots and Shoes from zoe
20 So Hats Of every style one can well think Of
from 25c 20 S2lz; Hoop Skirts Of various styles
from 20 10 soc; the best Skirt ever made Bradys)
from 81 10 5, \; Children's and ladies Balmoral
Skirt 90 tOtjc; FLOOR and Table Oil Cloths, Car
pets and Mating, rsrg eheap; Fancy Soaps and
Notions of every Kind any one can possibly con
ceive OF, for n mere song; Lamps, Chinncys and
Oil Of the very best quality few sets ~ pieces
each, handsome Glassware--Sugar and Butter
Dish, Spoon Holder and Cream Mug-rcry aies
and cheap fine lot Of Fancy Jewelry Of various
styles and quality-rery cheap Brown and Blend
Cottons Of all grades and beet brsnds Plain and
Fancy Prints aud Dress Goods Of various styles
and qgality-rery fns and eheaP White Goods Of
every variety and duality; Md Gloves and liona-
ton Lace Collars at astonisbugly low prices !;
White Pique and Plaid Pque for dresses-reryi,ioei
fine lot ofhands0me Casnmeres and COttonsdes for
Gents wear-rery nics and cks0p.
Call and examine for yourselves before you make
your pBrcbases, and compare goods and prices.
May q, 1869. ". L. HEDGES, Agt
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

PARRY WovrN.-A comparatively few Ladies
mouopolizo the Beauty as well as the attention Of
Society. This ought not to be so, but it is; and
viii be while are foolish and single pretty
faces for companions.
This can all be changed by using ITagan's Mag
noiia Balm, which gives the Bloom Of Youth and
a refined. sparkling Beauty to the Complexion,
pleasing, powerful and natural.
No Lady need complain Of a red, tanned frcck-
led or rustic Complexion who will invest - cents
in IIacan's Magnolia Balm. Is effects are truly
wonderful.
Iyo>'s KAruvEov is the Best Hair Dressing
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
HONORs AND SCHOLARSHIPS.

As special inducements to diligence, three
Gold Medals aud Five Honorary SchvlarsIdps,
the latter covering tuition and College fees, are
annually awarded
Three Masters Of Arts are annually appoint
ed as Resident Masters" with valuable pnyi-
leges aud ernoumenH.
The College educatss free Of charge, an can
dida,es for the Ministry, properly recommend
cd. 1t appoints to free Scholarships twcnty-
five young mcn intending 10 make Journalism
their profession. II gives long credit 10
mcritorious young men without mtans who
with IN eAncalon.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
3. Department OF Philosophy.

This embraces English, Modern Languages,
Moral Philosophy, History and English Litera-
turc, with two others TO be elected, one from
the Literary and one from the Scientific
Schools. To this course Is attached the De-
gree Of Bdcheior Of Ph76sophg
The Degree Of MASTER OF ARTsis conferred
on Students who have completed the course Of
study in nine Of the Schools, and have taken
distinctions in seven Of these.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
United states Court

The Richmond Whg of Thursday last, in
publishing list Of prominent lawyers from a
broad 90 tll, city in attendance upon the Uni
ted States Court. mentions that " Hon. Robert
Y. Conrad Of Winchester. and Hon. Andrew
Hunter Of Jefferson. arrived last night aud took
quarters at the Exchange
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
MARRIED

In the w. F. Church. Shephcrjstown. on Tues
day morning week. by Roy. G.. W. Fcelmver. Mr..
Il. :. " HOFFMAN. and Miss MOLLlE, eldest
daughter OF Nr. Henry Cameron, all Of Shepherds
town.
On Tuesday evening, 18th inst. at Middlewav,
by the Rev j. W. Tongue. Mr. JAMES +. WAT
son 20 Miss ELIZABETH ROBERTS, daughter
Of Ar. VIM. J. Robcrts-all OF this county.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
SPRING and SUMMER
MILLINERY.

I HAVE received my Supply Of SPRING and
1 SUMNER MILLINERY GOODS, and can sup
ply the ladies with the latest and pret,ast styles Of
Hats, BOnncts, and Trimmings.
think my stock will compare favorably with any,
and my prices not exorbitant.
am very thankful Cor the patronage hereto
FIRE enjoyed By me. and trust the ladies Of the
town and vicinity viii find il of interest to them to
see end admire my NEW GOODS, and continue
their orders with me.
Throughout the Scdson viii receive weekly
additions to my stock-always atfording the very
newest styles.
Straw Goods Bleached and Pressed TO order.
All work in my department executed with hope
of pleasing customers and retaining their favorS.
Work, therefore, will be done promptly, neatly
and fashionably.
May -, 1869. MAGGIE W. JOHNSON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

BELLS Worm CORRECTIONS, the most pleas
ant, safe and certain remedy for expeling
Worms Children are fond of them. Do not
compel them to take disagrceabc Vermiruges,
when q pleasant candy will have the same cf-
feet Price % cents.
B3"For sale by Druggists and all promi-
nent Storekcepcrs.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
Beginning TO Reflect.

The argument OF the prosecution. Gov. F. T..
Stanton. in the lliIIlekauT case ON Tuesday. CON
tBi1ej some reflection. net complimentary 20 the
loyal veuirc which has tried nearly an the ca
sss OF the Court for the pas, three or four wears,
and the beauties Of the Acknowledgement policy Of
The State and thc consequent depletion OF jury ma
tcriaI was exposed
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
4 ACADEMIC COURSE

The College is divided into distinct Schools.
each fully organized and complete in itself, so
as to afford the best facilities for rendering tho
instruction in the several branches Of educa-
ton extensive and thorough. The student Sc
lects his own course Of study, under the direc-
ton of his parent or Of the Faculty; but that
no motive may be wanting TO a complete and
systematic course Of education, the separate
Schools arc so arranged that they may be COM
b;rnd into tho followino Denortrnen,g.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

Suror LANp.-Ou last Tuesday week. MAJ.
Holmes Conrad, special commissioner, sold at
public auction a tract Of land, containing 237
acres lying IN Berkeley County, West Virginia,
ON The drains of Elck creek, and about &c
miles north Of Winchester, at 81 80 per acrc.
PURCHASED ly Mr. John Shocky This sale
was considered a great sacrificed property
WJRciesier 7imss
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

- VIM KHABG 4 %.
Ys~yg Grand ~s,' s, '''''.' Upright q
PIANO FORTES.
WARERooss, No $50 West Baltimore Street,
BALTIMORE.
These instruments have been before the Public
for nearly Thirty Years, and upon their excellence
alone attained oR uRpurehGsed Pre-c@iaeaee, which
pronOunces them uuequaled. Their
TONE
combines great power. sweetness and fine singing
quality, as well as great purity Of lntonaton, and
evenness throughout the entire scale. Their
TOUCH
is plant and elastic aud entirely free from the
stiffness found in so many Pianos. In
WORKMANSHIP
they are unexcelled, using none but the very best
seasoned material, the large capital employed in
our business enabling us to keep continually an
immense stock OF lumber, &c, on hand.
Ts,f-Al our SQuAEE Pianos have our New I'M
proved Overstrung scale and the Agrage Treble.
We would call special attention TO our late im-
provements in
GRAND PIANOS AND SQUARE GRANDS,
Patented AHgusi Il, 1866,
Which bring the Piano nearer perfection than has
yet been attained.
Erery PidHo fully Warranted for Fire feors.
Sole Wholesale Agency for CARHARr & NEED
HAYS Celebrated PARLoR 0RGkNs and CHURCH
HARx0NIUNs. WIN. KNABE & CO.,
No. $50 West Baltimore Street, near Eutaw,
BALTIMORE.
September l6. lSG9-ly
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
Religions Notices.

The Rev. NoRvAL WILSON. of Winchester,
is expected to preach in the Methodist Church
at Mddlcway, on Sunday next, the Goth inst,
at II o'clock, \. NJ.
NorrcE.-Tho Episcopal Church in this
place being in the hands of the workmcn,
there will be no service on Sunday next-nor
until further notice
Sentember %. 1860.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
Mode Of instruction and
Exuniu

To secure constant and thorough drilling,
the Classes arc divided into sections Of from
twenty to thirty, which are taught separately
In the lower Glasses tie instruction is mainly
given by Textbooks and Exercises J; in the
higher classes Lectures arc combined with
these. The Examinations are both oral aud
written, and those for proficiency aud distinc.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
>. Department OF Science.

This embraces Mathematics, Applied Math-
ematics, Natnfal Philosophy, Chemistry,
French, with one othet to be elected from the
Literary Schools. TO this course is attached
the Degree Of Brch.lor of Science.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
Lessons in Music.

INSTRUCTION IL MUSIC on PIANO will be
| given by the undersigned to such may desire
his services in Charles;Own orits vicinity. i class
is now being formed.
References DIR. L. c. Cordell, 4. L. II. Ran
son, T. H. Powers, W. W. i. Gallaher.
For terms, &C. make application TO me by mail
or otherwise at Charlestown.
TM. BURNETT.
Ar.r,,.t : 1scn I'm
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
L. Department OF Arts.

This embraces the subjects of Latin, Greek,
English, Moral Philosophy, Mathematics. with
two others to be elected, one from the Litcra-
ry and one from the Scientific Schools. Tho
Degree of bachelor Of Arts is conferred on the
Student whosuccessfullyc completes this conrse
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

SPORT.-Powder. Shot and Caps, for sale by
= Sept .. W. EBY.
SNUFF-Garrett & Sons best qual.y-for sale
- by ". EBT.
WTANTED.-Per knowing themselves in
w debted by open account or note, 10 liqgidate
at their earliest Convenience possible, a am
much in need Of funds 10 replenish my stock.
Respectfully, w. EBT.
4 MOTHER supply Of Fruit Cans, Tim also
\ Glass Jars, for sale by W. EBY.
IRON Bound Barrels in good order, for sale by
w. EBY.
CONDENSED Milk for sale by
W. EBY.
DACON, for sale for cash only, by
ID w. EBY.
NEAST Powder. Baking Soda and Cream Tar
1 tar, for sale by ". EBl.
II ERRING-No. Potomac Herring in half
Barrels in prime order, for sale BY
Sept ,. W. EBY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

I BEG leave 10 inform School Teachers and Pa
rents that have just added very largely to my
stock OF Books comprising all the various kinds
used in the schools in the town and vicinity, and
am fully prepared to meet all the wants in this
line Of goods Please call and examine
Sept .. !SG9. W. :. MASON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
III. Preparatory Department.

This has been organized temporarily, for Tho
benefit Of young men, who have been prevent
ell by the war from obtaining proper Academic
preparation for College IL embraces the sub
jccts Of Latin, Greek, Mathematics and English.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
SCi,OO! Books.

WE respectfully call the attention OF Teacher:
w and Parents to our stock of School Books,
which embraces all the books used in our Schools.
4 full line Of Stationery always on hand.
AISQUITH &WASHINGT0N.
Books ordered with dispatch.
SeDtenber o 1869,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
3. Department OF Law.

This embraces the School Of Law and Equ-
~, and to it is attached The Degree Of Bache
lar n Ld,o.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
IL. PROFESSIONAL COURSE.

The Departments Of Engineering were or
gained after the war, to meet n want long
felt in the South Of The highest grade Of Seien-
tifc instruction 10 these important professions.
They are now In full and successful operation.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
EIusic Glass

WISH to undertake Music CLASS on tho
! PIANO-beginning the first of September -
Pupils in town will attend at their homes. For
further information apply to
MRS. JOHN 4. STRAITH.
August ). 1SG9-it SPIT copy It.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
Baltimore Markets.
TUESDAY, Sept. 81, 1869.
Special Notices.
MI WHOM iT May CONCERN

1 As all persons are more or less affected by
the change of season with disorders difficult to
manage by ordinary treatment, the
MORNING STAR BITTERS COMPANY,
Have determined to present their Bitters to the
public, knowing that il will sustain the merits
claimed for it.
1t is not claimed for this article that ii viii
all diseases. What is asserted for it, it riU cure,
viz: disorders arising from derangcd Liver TO wit:
Impurity of Blood, Nervousness and Nervous or
Bilious Headache in delicate Females and Child
rem, Melancholy, Dyspepsia, General Debility, &c.
In Bilious Fever and Chills and Fever, its value
not only as a relief, but as an actual cure has been
fully proved.
This preparation has not been made as is usual
by carelessly throwing together ingredients, but is
the product of long and careful study and trial re-
sultng in complete success. 1t is not intended to
conflict with Physicians. rs viii be seen by their
testimonials accompanying each Bo.tle as to its
successful use, when other means have failed.
For sale by AISQUITH q BRO, Charlestown,
july lG. 1865. Wholesale Agents.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

CLARKE CorBr.-A special term Of the Cir
cult Court far Clarke County VIII be held by
order Of Judge PcDdIoton. commencing 9Th Of
October next
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
NOTICE.

A i'll persons indebted to McCURDY &TUR-
u NER. or To me. either bv Note or Account,
will please come forward and pay mp. Longer in
diligence cannot and will not b. granted.
e. II. TURNER.
Sept O. lSG9-4t.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
WASHINGTON COLLEGE,
Lexington, Virginia.
FACULTY..

A AZ u H
GESrEAL Il. Z. LEE, PnENDESr
CARTER J. HARRIS, a. NJ.
Professor Of LAIN.
JAMES J. WHITE, A. NJ.
Professor Of Greel
EDWARD S. JOYNES. \. NJ,
Pref Modern L6nsudses.
Pref English.
REv. J. L. KIRKPATRICK. d. D..
Prof Noral PhGosolLy.
WIN. PRESTON JOHNSTON. A. NJ.
Pref. History aud English Liteyatars.
ALEXANDER L. NELSON, A. NJ,
Pref Mathematics
WILLIAM ALLAN, A. NJ,
Prof Applied Mdiieaaiics.
RICHARD S. MCCULLOUGH. 4. NJ,
Prof Natural Philosophy.
JOHN L. CAMPBELL, A. NJ,
Pref 01e'aist,y.
Pref Agl(iei Chemistry
IIov. J. W. BROCKENBR0UGH. LII. D.,
Pref Lac
NJ. w. HUMPHREYS, A. NJ.
Asst Prof Latin and Grcet
ROBES MASSIE, a. NJ,
Asst Pref. MoieTn LdEgh0yes
DUNCAN c. LYLE, A. NJ.
Asst Prof Mathematics
CHARLES A. GRAVES, A. NJ,
Assf Pr6f English
JOSEPH b. WALKER.
Asst Prof Chemistry, and
Principal Of business School
-
For the present, the instruction in English is d.
vided among the Professors Of Moral Philosophy
Modern Languages, and History, with the aid Of
an Assistant Professor.
THE duties Of this Chair are discharged by tho
Professors Of Chemistry and Natural Philosophy.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

CULPHITE of Lime, to arrest fermentation in
= Cider and preserve its sparkling properties,
for sale by W. 5. MASON.
rEN0lLET Powder of my own manufacture, per-
fectly free from all injurious simultaneously
the pound or in smaller quantites-ior sale by
Sept 2. W. 5. MASON.
DCRE Alchohol Shelac for killing knots before
painting, for sale by w. :. MASON.
4 FULL line of Bitters, including all the most
n popular Of the day, for sale by
W. $. MASON.
nESICCATED Cocoanut, in l ID. and = ID.
l packages, at W. $. MAS0NS.
lust received, 40 gallons No. l Furniture Var
~ nsh, IS gallons Turpentine, bbls Linsced
Oil, and a No. article of Coach Varnish, by
Sept. 2, 1863. W. 5. MASON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
J. Department of MINING Engineering

This embraces Mathematics, Applied Math-
ematics, Physics, Chemistry, Mncralog5 and
Geology, MetalluTgy, Mining, German and
English To This Course is attached tho Di-
ploma Of Mining Engineer
II Is proposed still further 70 extend tho
Practical and Scientific Departments in the d.
rtction Of
I. Mechanical Engineering. Q Applied
Chemistry 3. Agriculture 4 Commerce.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
ChnI'lcstoNvn Female Som
mary.

Chnr'lcstoNvn Female Som
mary.
rgNHE Seventh Annual Session of this Institution
will open on MONDAY THE 18TH DAY OF
SEPTEMBER NEXT, at the rooms of Maj. Hears
ley, in Charlestown.
The course of instruction embraces the usual
branches of English education taught in our
schools, including also Latin, French and Music.
TERMS:
The Primary Glass, for each scsson.........Sl2 90
The Middle l6 90
The Senior Glass, including L1tin........... 20 90
frehcn . w
MUSIC " w
One half in all cases to be paid in advance for
each session.
Boarding will be provided and further partcu-
lars made known on application to the subscriber.
ROBERT T. BROWN,
CharleStown, Jefferson county.
July -. 1869
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

TOMAS whtcomb's grea, remedy for Asthma,
~ for sale by C. I. BELLER.
I ONG Looked For Large Cakes Of Brown
I Windsor. Glyccrne and Honey Soaps at on
ly ten cents. To be bad at G. Z. BELLERS.
CULPHITE Of Lime.-This preparation will ar
= rest fermentation In Cider, and preserve its
sparkling properties. c. +. BELLER.
| NOR Picking Purposes.-Whitc and Black
Mustard Seed, Celery do, Black and White
Pepper, White and Race Ginger, Cloves, Allspice
and Cinnamon at low rates, to be found at the
Drug Store of c. t. BELLER.
I NOR Preserving Fruit-A large supply Of
Spears solution; also. the Star Fruit Jar,
said by those who have used them to be the best in
use. To be had at G. +. BELLER'S.
HOLLOWAY'S Arnic- PIaster-for Pain or
Weakness in the Side, Back or Limbs, also
for Bruises, Fractures, rheumatism, Sprains
Govt, Lumbago. &C, they viii be found to give
great relief. To be had at c. +. BELLER'S.
I UBRICATING OH.-This Oil is said to be the
| best article in use for machine purposes. For
sale al low figures at c. Z. BELLER'S.
(mEWING and Smoking Tobacco, a large sup
\ ply-also some brands Of Cigars, Powhatan
Pipes and Root Stems, for sale by
c. E. BELLER
Harper's Ferry, September ?, 1869.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

GOLUBLE Pacific Guano,
> Bradley Goes Phosphate,
Iel's Bone Supcr-Phosphate,
Patapsco Guano, and
Fine Ground Bones for sale By
Sept. q MCCURDI * DUKE.
GINCLhIR'S Propellers, superior to any ma
y chine in the market for cutting llav. Straw
and Fodder. Several other patterns Of Hay and
Straw Cutters for sale By
McCURDI & DUKE.
CCULLY'S Improved Cider hill-two sizes-for
- sale by McCURDY x DUKE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

ID ms. Hubs, Spokes and A1les for Wagons d
II Buggies, for sale by
McCURDY & DUKE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

TENHE Keller Gum Spring Drill, warranted the
best in use. McCURDY DUKE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
q. Department OF Civil Engineer
tng.

This embraces Mathematics, Applied Math-
cmatics, Physics, Mechanics, Chemistry, French,
English, Drawing and Astronomy. Students,
who successfully complete this course, receive
the diploma Of Girl EngiReer.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
VALUABLE BUILDING LOTs
In CharlcStOwn.
AZ PRIXATE SALE.

-TENIIE undersigned is having severalacres oflaud,
adjoining Charlestown on the South side, laid
of into Building Lots, which will be disposed Of
privately. These lots are the most desirable in the
town beautifully located, commanding fine view
of the country round, and in the most improving
section. Particulars obtained by calling upon the
subscriber. W. y. CRAlGHILL.
March Is, 1869.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23

September %, 1869.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-09-23
Noiicc Of SchooI Ronks.

August ;. lS69-3m.
The St. Cloud journal. [volume] (St. Cloud, Minn.) 1866-1876, 1869-01-28

her on his bis knce. pee. to- ofhear his mysterious
whispered communications. These
scenes had been. common of late, and
Margaret could not restrain shulde:
as at sight. Of an infant playing with
the coils Of a serpent. So, 6oally. she
M she called led apd ,Josiq vent to- hcr-
Iwinzy arose, commenced picking his
steps back and forth over the c,rret,
beating time by clasping his hands and
drawing the right over the palm Of the
lett out over the fnger tips, looking al
tcrn'te'y at the floor aud ceiling, and
>hanmiug St. Thomas. Margaret kc,;t
the child at her side. Mr. and Mrs.
Walters returned and they Son separat-
ed for the night.
7: 1t was serious study to Margaret
what to do to prevent Mr. Twinzy's ia
miIiarity with her little pupil, That
the intercourse was debasing she had no
doubt. Every instinct Of her nature.
all her carly: training, taught her that
personal exclusiveness should be incul-
Gated from infancy as the safeguard of
virtue; that when a girl is accustomed
to be caressed By gentlemen up 10 the
period OF womanhooa, it is more con-
ventlonalism than native delicacy which
leads her to shrink from undue familiar
'ity. Any intercourse with a man like
Twinzy must be more. or less injurious,
even to chlld. She felt that his
breath was a miasma, that the touch of
his hand must communicate somewhat of
the unholy passion which had burned
all that was eyef noble out of bis na-
ture; but few parents will admit the
possibility of their children Being LA
ble to~the contagion Of sin. They may
catch measles or small pox; but hint
any danger Of moral disease and the
answer is like Hazeal,. .'what, is ny child
dog 2" - She therefore addressed her
effort to the child, and induced her
to acccpta rule and make a promise
that is always safe never to permit
any familiarity from any gentleman e1-
cept papa, grandpapa or uncle. She
ielt that Josie would keep her promise,
and she did,.
TO BE Continued
The St. Cloud journal. [volume] (St. Cloud, Minn.) 1866-1876, 1869-01-28

HISTORICAL WH1rEwAsH1xG.-In
Helps Rcalmah one Of the speakers
thus very pleasantly burlesques the at
tempt SO popular nowadays to explain
away the villainies of historical scoun-
drcls: II used to dislike Nero. lam
now told that he was most cstimablo
gentleman, aud has been quite misun-
derstood until the present time. If ho
fddled at all, it was not during tho FIRE
but after the fire, to collect subserip-
tons for the sufferers"
The St. Cloud journal. [volume] (St. Cloud, Minn.) 1866-1876, 1869-01-28

Tho United States Laad Office re.
ports for 1867 will be printed in for
eign languages, for distribution on the
continent Of Europe; 5000 copies will
be printed in German, 900 in French,
and 1000 in Swedish, all Of which will
soon be completed. The report will be
accompanied with a map of the United
States and Territories.