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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Berkeley County.

We learn that two or three negro girls were
caught in the act Of sbOp-lifting in Millinery
store one day last week, and one Of them was
furnished with quarters in the County hotel.
Mr.. john Suowdeal was arrested and held
to bail to awate trial, on charge of assaulting
son of Mr.. Petor Dick. The assault was
made by Mr. Snowdeal with piece Of wagon
shaft. with which he struck the boy upon the
side Of the bead. Nee Era.
SUDDEN DEATH.-Mrs. Mary Hartman, q
widow lady, about siIty-nine years of age,
living on Tobin street, st. Vincent-a suburb
of this town-died very suddenly on Saturday
afternoon last, between three aud four o'clock,
or at least her son, returning from his work,
found her, at that hour, in lifcless condition
upon the floor. She was alone for the day,
and the precise cause of her death is unknown.
Valley Star
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Baltimore Aims House.

During a recent sojoura Of few days in
Baltimore, 1t was our privilege to ply visit
TO the Baltimore City AlmsLousc, aud we were
surprised and delighted to fud so noble an iu-
s,j;ution, So well conducted cleanly and COM
Portable in an its parts Hundreds Of the suf-
frring poor Of tie City are here provided and
cared for and many leave the establishment
with health renewed, and vigor restored, bless
irs the charity that has instituted IN asylum for
the helpless and afflicted We connot better
express orr sentiments IL regard to it than by
4 short extract from the report Of the Trustees
II The Poor for the year 1865. I, reads as fol-
lows:
IT is gratifying TO humanity 10 know that
B-ltr,ofe has reared an institution where age
and want, the wasted and the weary, may fnd
rcpOse and shelter. ard where the afflicted NAV
have the benefits Of nursing and medical at
tcUtion and relief Il should be 4 matter Of
just pride 70 the citissus Of Baltimore that they
lave provided = place so ample for bebevolens
purposes that afflicted humanity whenever il
seeks an asylum may find admission thereto"
We were under Obligations to Mr.. B. F.
Sapp, an assistant in the institution, for his
courtesy il showing us through the building
There were 74l inmates on the cay we visited
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Chrlatmas ThopRhts.

How many ore there who in the B'iht Of
their rejoioings, stop Ger a moment To reflect
rLose birthday Il Is ,bat ,hcy are COM
laemora,iug. How often rs THIS day
sicrel in a peculiar sense. and Sitting iu,!rel TO
Re glpl AID merry in. bu, in pure and inno-
crut wly-bow often IS i; Jcsecrlted BY drunk
en- reyels and beas,ly orgies, asyer intended to
le INDUCED in hy man whowas formed in the
siulcss image Of dis Creator, but less than ever
ou this the natal day Of the Savior Of the
world
Christmas was not instituted merely as a
festival day IN which 20 cot and drink, but as a
Jay Of tbougb,fuluess and thaukiulncss; Is
the memorial Jay Of the greatest good and
riches, blessing ever bestowed on fallen man
bv the hand Of his Maker even the gift Of a
lie lesmsr aud through HIM Of salvation. We
neci to be glad, f'r it was h,ralded Of old as a
time Of " glad tijings of great Joy unto all
mankind, aud on this day Of al others to be
on good terms with our ueishbor, for it pro-
el;nel " Peace on easlh. good viii to men
iFom Heaven. But our joy should be tempered
By the remembrance Of our il!-deserts aud our
goodwill not exhibited by uniting IN unmanly
sNccsses bat by kindly gifts and charities be-
snawed on the needy and suffering, enhancing
their enjoymeut Of the holidays, as well as pro-
noting our own for &c The quality Of mercy is
t.rjcs blessed
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Clarke County.

The Clarke Courier saws the Engiueerinc
corps under Col Bruce is now in this county,
Surveying what IS known as The route L. the
Old Chapd Cor the A., l.. & II. R.R. They
commenced on the western side Of the county
in the ueigh5orhood at Col. Dearmon,'s farm
an3 are surveying back
AEHEST or HoESE THIEF.-A man named
SLaUm was arrested on Wednesday week, in
this place. At the instance Of M John Shsrkey
OF Washington, Franklin County, Pa on the
charge Of having stolen horse from him.
Shaun game To this place on Sunday the 5th
With the horse, snd put up at Harford's Hotel.
where he was found; he was committed to
Jail hy Justice Morgan, where he awaits de-
maud from tAe Governor Of Pennsylvania
lie was a resident Of Frederick County, Nd.
A colored woman, named Caroline Potter. Of
this place, WAS committed on Friday week. by
Justice Morgan. oa charge Of having stolen
from tie Rev. r. 7. Martin so.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Judge RiVes.

And so Mr.. Alex Rives. doSen't get to be a
Federal Judge FOR this Circuit A Maryland
Radical has been appointed The announce
ment that Mr.. Rives. appointment has been
requested of the President by the Virginia
delegation, througha chosen spokesman, son
behalf Of the entire delegation and as be be-
leyed, of nine tenths Of the people of the State,
irrespective Of politics" was made by the tel
egraphic special Of the Dispatch yesterday,
and seems to have taken away the breath Of the
morning papers They have not had q word
to say about it. For our part, if we can mod
eStly make our voice heard, we rise to protest
against any such request" Nine tenths of
the people Of Virginia, irrespective of politics,
do not endorce Mr. Rjves, aud lid not desire
his appointment. "On the contrary to use
a hackneyed quotation froma celebrated move
list quite the reverse" Wequestion wheth-
or oue-teuth, much less nine-tenths of the
people OF Virginia, would walk half a square
20 vote between Mr. Rives and Gen. Wells, If
they were the only candidates for any given
office They would walk ten miles to vote
against Mr. Byes if they could thus rebuke
his office aspirations
The truth is that the people Of Virginia are
not disposed to request the President to
make any Of the appointments to the offices in
his power now to bestow They know he will
not appoint such men as they would desire tn
see in Office, and they have no choice between
the politicians who are eligible" Radically
considered Richmond Nercs.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
No Reputation.

After a spicy discussion, 10 which Judge
Woodward, Mr. Brooks. and others, showed
Who were The real r,pujjl,7rs. Nr Garfield of
Ohio offered the following resolution. which
was passed by a vote oI 1873 tcl:
Fesc'ral, That tine proposition. direct or in
direct o. reIulate any portion Of the debt Of
the United States Is unworthy Of obi, House.
AID unworthy of the honour end good name &C
the nation. and JhaJ this House. without dis
t.rct,ou OF party. its the seal of its coujemul-
dion upon any aul all such propositions.
I. should not be forgotten however, TIA,
during the war, March, 8. 1858, an act was
passed, ty .le Radical Congress, authorizing
an issue Of Sl5o00o0O0 Treasury notes,
r'Aout interest To- pay the army and navy
vhlls, interest wa, allowed to other creditors
o. the government.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
VIRGINIA.

WAsmSGroN, Dec. l4-The members of
tie minority or extreme radical wing Of the
Legislature Of Virginia presented to the recon
Struction committee to-day their protest against
the admission Of the State under its present
form Of government, They desire that the test
oath should be administered to the Legislature,
anl that the Legislature should take no action
in the election Of Senators and other officers
mill after the State is admitted. This protest
Is the same rs that presented by them at the
organization Of the Legislature. Then it was
siguel by forty-four members-it is now signed
by tweuty-eight the Others having bolted, aud
are now demanding the admission Of the State
as at present constituted Bland, the colored
State Senator. is among the latter.
Mr.. Ward, Of New York. presented bill in
the House to-day providing for the admission
Of Virginia, and that the clauses in the new
constitution. which relates to sufrage, common
free school fund, and provide that colored men
shall serve as jurors, shall never be altered or
repealed. The bin was referred to the commit
tee on reconstruction.
\, the meeting Of the reconstruction commit
tee this morning, the democratic members
moved the Adoption OF Mr.. Farnsworth's bill
providing for unqualified admission, and Mr..
Whittlemore moved the adoption fMr. Wards
bill. Both motions were defeated, and, after
diScusSionof the Paine and Butler propositions,
but without determining the matter, the COM
mittec adjourned until next Saturday.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Shenandoah valley Railroad.

The Page Courier says that it is not proposed
that the Shenandoah Valley Railroad, through
thccouuties OF Jefferson, Clarke, Warren, Page,
&c, shall be built by the Cumberland Valley
r. r. Company. but that it will be made by
Nirginians ifmade a, all, anewcomPany will be
organized, that will elect its own officers and
exercise entire control. The only thing that
now remains to be done to make the construc-
ton fixed fact is for the counties interested
to make as large a subscription as they possi-
bly, can and grant the right Of way. This
alone remains to be done, as suficiency Of
material aid to complete it has already been
promised"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Cumberland Valley Railroad.

The Engineers appointed from Jefferson
County have completed the survey from Ha-
gerstowu to Front Royal. passing Shepherds
town, Charcstowu, Berryvile Wildwood, Mill
dale sc. The distance is ascertaiuei to be
fny-four miles, over a country similar to tia,
which it passes in reaching the Potomac River.
This route. We learn, Is about ten miles shorter
than that from Powells Bend Martiusburg,
Winchester. &c Much interest is felt in the
construction Of this road, and an early compile
ton If it anticipated. Success to the enter
prise.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Letting Up.

Ex-Governor WELLS, Of Virginia has ad-
dress letter to Col. r. W. Huchs Of the Rich
mond Journal. in which he advocates general
amaesty and immediate reconstruction. lie
says
We have arrived. it seems 90 me. at stage
iu the work Of reconstruction when il is utter
~ idle 10 attempt the correction Of any evil
which may exis, here 10y the Logger denial OF
Federal representation 70 the State. No Con-
scryatiye OF Democrat viii be made Republic
can, no bitterness sSSuaged, no oStraciSm aba
ted, nor any spirit Of amnesty be encouraged.
or oblivion for the past be secured, by either
az exclusion Of State or individuals from any
Of thc rights which belong u tie most favored
vf States Or citizens
c
! sincerely hope that Vagina may be re-
stored before the week ends without q single
dissenting vote. and that before the Christmas
holidays, by one single act Of amnesty, the
disabilities q every citizen Of this Common
wealth may De removed
The letter was laid before the Reconstruc-
zion Committee by the gentleman 10 whom it
was addressed
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
BE In Time {!

TITO anticipate the wants of the approaching Holt
DAYS, we are receiving In addition 10 our gen.
eral stock. large variety of staple
DRY GOODS, GROCERIES,
BOOTS. SHOES, HATS, CAPS
AND NOTIONS OF ALI KINDS,
which are cheap, seasonable, and cannot be DIS
pensed with at this period. Call soon and exam
inc. 50 as to be sure you are in time for the BAR
gains now to be had at Cheapside. No. ~:
TRUSSELL a. LUCAS.
yB.-Our terms are CASH. and where indul-
cence is given, 80 days is the limit. Those having
bills due are expected promptly to comply, other
wise farther indulgence cannot and must not be
expected. as most assuredly none will be given
Take heed, therefore, one and all, and govern
yourselves accordingly. 1. q IL.
December 20, 1869.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20

4 SENSATIONAL MARRIAGE.-The marriage
Of Paul Gerard, brother Of the Poytugese Min
lister, to a Washington mulstto girl, en- Tuesday
night week, is subject of much talk in Wash
ington Her name was Mary b. Wormley, a
niece of Wormley, therestaurant keeper. The
ceremony was performed by Catholic priest,
who obtained dispensation to marry Catho-
lie with an unconverted girl. The company
present numbered nearly hundred, and sey-
eral gentlemen and ladies were presnt. The
company were well dressed and well behaved
the bride was richly attired in white, with veil
and orange blossoms. An abundant collation.
was enjoyed By tie guests.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Reelected.

JONI w. GARRETT, ESQ, was on Wednes-
day week unanimously reelected President Of
the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company,
being the twelfth time that he has been elected
to preside over the affairs of this Company
Mr Garrett stated that he was anxious to de-
cline, but the Board of Directors very wisely
las cotemporary says refused to dispense
with bis services, for to his extraordinary ener-
~ and ability Is the road largely indebted for
It's success.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
CONGRESS.
MONDAY.


In the Senate large number Of memorials
were presented, and bill introduced to abolish
the ranking, privilege. A resolution was also
introduced protesting against allowing the de-
parture Of the Spanish gunbos,s built at New
York. The bill to further define and regulate
tire jurisdiction Of the courts Of the United
States was taken up and discussed at length.
A bill was introduced providing for the further
reconstruction of the State of Georgia.
Inthe House, Mr.. Butler, from the committee
on reconstruction, reported three bills looking
to the early admission Of the State of Virginia
There does not seem now to be much doubt OF
the admission Of the State before the holidays,
although the House has resolved to adjourn
over from the 22l of December to the 5th oil
Jas nary.
TUESDAY.
The Senate was occupied with bills, resolu-
tons. and eulogies upon the death of Senator
Fessenden Of Maine, by Messrs. Morrill,, Sum-
ner, Trumbull, Anthony, Williams, Cattell
Davis. Vickers and Hamlin. The customary
resolutions were adopted, when the Senate adj
journed.
WEDNESDAY.
The Senate to-day agreed to the House
Joint resolution to take recess from the 22d
instant to the 5th Of January. Senator Brown
low, of Tennessee, had read, BY request, long
personal explanation in relation to affairs il
his State Mr.. Carpenter called mp his resolu-
ton declaring as q sense of the Senate that the
Spanish gunboats destined for Cuba should mol
be allowed to depart from the United States
Mr.. Carpenter made an able speech in favor Of
his resolution, and Mr. Sumner replied. The
resolution Gom the House to define the mean
ing of the eight hour law was then taken NJ
and discussed until the hour of adjournment.
In the House a resolution was offered by Mr.
Jones of Kentucky, declaring that, in the dealt
of George Peabody this country and the worlC
have sustained an irreparabe loss.
THURSDAY.
In the Senate, the bill to perfect the re
construction Of the State of Georgia wa
taken up, when motion was made providing
that the Legislature shall be provisional unit
il has ratified the fourteenth and fifteenth
amendments. This proposition led to aninter
eSting debate, but no result was arrived at
The bill in relation to the appellate jurisdiction
of the United States Supreme Court was alsc
discussed at considerable length.
The House then went into committee Of tb'
whole on the Presidents message, and pro
tractcd debate ensuet on the question Of repu
liating the national debt Finally, by vot'
of 1873 yeas to l nay, resolution was adopte'
declaring any proposition, direct OF indirect t
repudiate any portion of the United State
debt is unworthy of the honor and good nam'
of the nation, and that the House, without dis
tinction of party, sets the seal Of condemna
ton upon any and all such propositions. Tb'
House then adjourned until Monday.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
A FREE DINNER.

WE have at last succeeded in purchasing a
w piece of ground for the burial of our dead.
1t is situated on the right hand side of the Turn
pike leading from Smithfeld to Shepherdstown.
This ground we bought of Mr.. Josiah Watson, and
now desire to give Dinner to those who have
aided me in this benevolent cause-to be held in
the School house in Smithfed ON Thursday be-
tween Christmas and New Year. ! extend ger
eral invitation, and wish all to come without mo-
ney and without price. The dedcitory sermon
will be preached on that day. Brothers Dunjee,
Beverly, Kirk and Coe will be present, Providence
permitting. and perhaps some others.
Dec. 20 lSG9-lt. BETSY ROBINSON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20

FIRE.-A fire occurred about o'clock on
Saturday night week. at the Catharine Furnace
Page County, which resulted in the burning oil
a large Stable, pair of fine mules and some
harness. Some other mules which were in the
stable were badly injured, but not fatally
Mr.. John Geary received some serious injuries
in his effort to rescue his horse from the flames
in which he succeeded The disaster was
caused by the Transfers carrying fire into the
stable Page Courier.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
NOTICE!

vINIIE firm of D. HUMPHREYS CO., was dis
solved on March LIST, 1869. On their book:
many unsettled accounts still remain; these car
have no longer indulgence than January lst. 1870
after which date they will be placed in the hand,
of the Law for Collection. After January LIST, Is
90 all accounts will fall due 50 DAYS after purchase
At the expiration Of each month statements will be
rendered and prompt payment expected.
Dec 90, ls69-tf JAS. LAW. H00FF.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20

VmGISn.-Although Mr. Morton, in the
Senate gave notice Of his intention to press
the bin for the admission Of Virginia and Mr..
Farnswoth IS pressing in the House, there is
vet but ittle prospect Of final action until after
the holidays.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
NOTICE.

INIIE Notes given At the Sale Of j. II. Balsbaugh
in March last, will be due on the 9th day OF
January, 1870, and are III the hands of the under
signed as his Attorneys. Special attention is call
ed 20 the fact that the interest VIII be RENTED if
the Notes are promptly paid.
Dec 20, lsGJ-3t WHITE 4 TRAPNELL,
Spirit copy Attorneys.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Annual Meeting.

TIVE annual meeting Of the Jefferson County
Building Association will be held at the
STONE SCHOOL HOUSE adjoining the VI. T..
Church, in Charl.stown. on F,iioy, nc Th day Of
January, 1870 at II O'Clock, A. VI.
The presence Of all the Stockholders is most
earnestly requested. Officers for the ensuing wear
will be elected, and other very important business
transacted. A report Of the working Of the As.o-
citation for the past year will be presented for the
consideration Of stockholders.
BY order.
J. ED. DUKE,
December -, 1869. SPIT copy. Secretary.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Wall Paper & Window Shades.

Howell 81 Brothers,
NTANUFACTURERS and Dealers in the above
lvl articles, offer inducements to Country Mer-
chants and others. Their stock consists OF
ALL GRADES AND QUALITIES,
Which they are offering at the lowest factory
prices:
Gold Band and Painted Window
Shades,
or great variety, always on hand.
2sO H.Ir,xogE ST., DEPOSITS HANOVER,
Dec. 20. lSC9-.y, BALTIMORE, MD.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Special Notice.

yJNHE Stockholders Of the jefferson County
Building Association are notified that the
weekly dues which would otherwise be paid on
Saturday the 25th Of December, (Christmas) will
be payable at the Office Friday the 24th. BY
order of the Board Of Directors.
Dec. 20, ls6o-lt. j. ED, DUKE,
Spirit cepY. Scc'y.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
DANCING SCHOOL.

DROP. JOAB 0SBURN respectfully announce,
to the citizens of CharlestoWn and vicinity
that he has opened a Dancing School in Charles
town at " Lee HALL" Instruction will be given
on Friday Afternoons and all day Saturdays u
Ladies and Gentlemen; Thursday and Friday
nights devoted to Gentlemen only. Persons desi-
ring to avail themselves Of the services of Mr..
o. can Communicate with him a, the SappingtOn
Hotel, upon application at once.
Dec. Is, lSG9-3t. SPIT copy.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
Christmas, Christmas.
once more do invite the attention of the pco-
\ pie of Charlestown and surrounding country
10 my large and choice selections OF
CHRISTMAS GOODS.


CHRISTMAS GOODS.
Goods that were bought lowing to the depression
of business in the Eastern cities at very reduced
prices for cash, and will be sold accordingly. IL
embraces, in part, -,
PHOTOGRAPH Albums for Tables, Stands and Pock-
cts. Boheman Glass Toilet Sets. gOrgeously deco
rated with Silver and Gold Fancy Card Cases,
Spring Tops, Gum Balls, Games OF every deserip-
tion. Portfolios of Morocco and Leather binding,
Portable Writing Desks of Rosewood, Mahngony,
Patent Leather and Morocco, Puzzles, Lady :
Companions, Fancy Boxes, Boxes OF French and
Stamped Paper, Pomades and Extracts OF German
Erench English and American manufacture Co
lornes of my own and foreign manufacture, Toilet
Soaps, Toilet Powders.
BOOKS OF ALL KINDS,
RELIGIONS. Sentimental Comic, &c; Poems-Lu-
cife. Lady of the Lake, SCOTS, &c; Toy ind Pic
ture Books for Children in an endless variety. In
fact my stock embraces most any and every thing
suited for the plainest the most astidious. DO
forepurchasng elsew here, solicit an examination.
Dec. 20, 1869. w. >. MASoN'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20

THE VIRGINIA CoURTs.-The courts gen
orally Of Virginia have voluntarily suspended,
in view of the early admission Of the State
aud the restoration Of civil authority under
the new constitution. The example was set
some time ago by the Supreme Court 81 Ap-
ueals
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20

ENGINEER CORPS DIsBANDED.-The enGi-
neer corps in charge of Assistant Engineer
Addison Marbury isays the 4Alerdndrid Ga
zeifel having finished running the experimental
lines Of the proposed extension Of the Alexan-
dria, Loudoun and Hampshire Railroad to the
Ohio river, from Hamilton to the western base
OF the Allegany mountains, have returned to
this city and been disbanded. The party
under Assistant Engineer Bruce which bad to
produce the liue from. the AlIegany mountain
to the Ohio, will. it is thought, complete it's
work in week, when it too, will be disband-
al
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-12-20
PIANOS,
SEVEN GOLD MEDALS,
Have JUST been awarded 10

= M W - u Il ~ -
At the different Fairs held ia he South, M
October and Norember, 1869,
For the Best Pianos over Eight different New
York, Philadelphia and Baltimore, Pianos
OrrIsE AND NEW WARIRo0N No. NORTH
LIBERTY ST., BALTIMORE, ND.
CTIEFF'S PIANOS have all the latest improve
- mcnt., including the AGRAFFE TREBLE,
Ivory Fronts, and the Improved French Action,
fully warranted for fir, Years.
Second hand Pianos and parlor and Church Or
gans of my own make, always on hand, from S'1
TO 5000.
Referees who have our Pianos in use =
Gen. H. 4. Lee, Lexington, Virginia. Gen.
Robt. Ransom, Wilmington, \. G.. Gen. d.. ii.
Hill. Charlotte. n. c. Governor John Leteher,
Lexington, Virginia. II. +. Harrison, warren
Eby, John Il. Packett John Burns, Andrew Al
bridge. of Jefferson County.
Send for Il Circular. TERMS LIBERAL.
December 3, lsG9-ly.