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The Portland daily press., 1869-11-12
That Evening He'll.

To the Editor Of the Press:
was glad to see that your paper did not ia
vor the discontinuance of the ringing of the
nine o'clock bell I was also pleased that the
Council did not agree with the Aldermen in
that movement. / hope they will not. The
custom which so many are DESTROYS to retain,
and which is so universal in other cities,
comes to us from ancient times No matter
how old "the Oldest inhabitant' is, the bell
was rung at nine when his infan' lie ears first
recognized such sounds. Its uses are many
1t marks the time for the humble, who have no
other means of knowing how it passes. We
await its ponderous tones as we gather around
the domestic hearth, as a warning that it is
time to prepare for rest. How many families
in this city are called together for their social
religious services, before retiring to rest, by
this public monitor? 1t is like the curfew of
old, it notifies all of great public duty
How many servants are warned to re-
turn home, for, 'do you not hear the
bell?" How many young men spending
their evenings abroad bethnk themselves, it is
time to go home, for there's the bell. Its use
fulness is indeed general-and especially to
the great mass of the middlng and poorer
classes Its annoyances are few and easily
borne. Let the passion for innovation stop
short of this harmless blessing for the people.
aldermen spare that bell. Let the dexterous
Stilings manipulate the bell rope every other
hour in the day, but do not require his tena-
cious dgits to relax their grasp upon that cord,
at nine p. M. which, when touched by his
skitul hands, finds a response of grateful
oo1- ,IoJr A.
all classes, in our goodly city.
AN OID Pow
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Boston stock Lfss.
Lumber w anted.

En Nnn FEET of WHITE MAPLE LUM-
Der, and $4,000 feet OF POPLAR
ter, in green state, and delivered board the
cars or vessel. For particulars apply to address
EDMUND JERSEY,
oc21w3t bingham, Mass.
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, southern state securities were dull and steady at
the last call. 7
The Express latest financial article says that ne
goualons 1t is said are going on between the West
ern Union Telegraph and French Cable Companies
for a union OF forces and operation. There is
port tibet one of the wires of the old BILE so eaten
by some small insect that it is very slow and uncer-
tam in its operations, if not gone, hence prospect
of union OF all the Atlantic cables with the West
ern Union. Negotiations are also gong on between
he Union Pacific Railroad, from Omaha to Prom, n
tory, and the Central Pacific from Promontory to
IAN Francisco to surrender the long disputed line
from Ogden to Promontory about so miles, as con-
templated by an act of Congress woen paid for
These negotiations, if succ essui, Il keep two great
com pa,ies in accord anil in tho end viii rrf,,S
eai to consolidation into one company pycula-
lion this afternoon was very tame in all departments
of Wall street, and business was unusually limited
There is great Indifference manifested in regard
the course ot values by the public generally. In The
Gold and Government bond market there were
scarcely any fuctuation, while the Stock Ex-
change the Leading Railroad shares were alternately
up and down from to at long intervals, with ope-
rations confined to comparatively small circle Of
brokers. Apathy and dulness were in fact the only
marked features OF the market. The market closed
dull and unsettled, but firm on North Western
stock. The following are $50 quotations:
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PoLICE-Only one or two DRINKS, three or
four dodgers and an insane man at the station
last night.
The Portland daily press., 1869-11-12
T. u IL o Il e
Great Britain.


REMAINS OF THE LATE GEORGE PEABODY
LONDON, Nov. 1.-THE Government has Or
dered a man-of war to carry the remains of the
late George Peabody to America.
MARINE DISASTERS.
LIVERPOOL Nov. 1.-THE barque Cuba,
Capt. Prince, which sailed from New York
Sept. 10th for Dublin, was wrecked off Holy
head. Only five Of the crew were saved. The
ship Florence Lee, from Montreal for Liver
pool, foundered at sea. All on board were
saved.
France.
TERRIBLE HURRICANE IN THE MEDITERRAN-
EAN-AMERICAN STEAMER WRECKED.
MARsEILLEs, Nov 11.-Arrivals here report
that a fearful hurricane has passed over the
Mediterranean, causing much loss to shippipg
The American steamer Leight was wrecked in
the barbor of Oran, ON the coast of AIgiera,
and totally destroyed.
RETURN OF AN EXILE.
Marmaud Barbes, an eminent radical polit-
clan who has beenf exiled Eior many years, has
returned to France and it is reported is now in
Paris.
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supreme Judicial Cont.

TAPLEY J. PRESIDING.
THURsDAY.-Marenda j. Webster VS.. James
Webster Libel for divorce on the ground of
extreme cruelty. Divorce decreed.
w. Ii. Vinton.
Anna 5. Merrill vs. Granville Merrill. Libel
for divorce. Cause, that the husband had
Io'ned the Shakers. Divorce decreed and Gus
'ouy OF minor child given to the mother
Court adjourned to Wednesday, Nov. 18th.
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New YOUR stoca and Money mnrhe,.

NEW YORK, Nov. 11-Evening.-AToney easier at
q per cent. Time loans have been made at per
cent commission tor 60 days but there is very little
disposition lend time capitalists preerring to
lend their money from day to day and await the
events OF the future. Discounts unchanged. For
eign Exchange dull and steady at 100. Gold market
was dull to the close at 1863 a 1861 The rates paid
for carrying to-day were6, 8, 81 az per cent. Gov
ernments dull and steady. Henry Cewes & Co.
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This Loan amounts to Sc SOC, 900.
First Mortgage Lnnd.Grant and siukin:
Fund Bonds,

This Loan amounts to Sc, 900.
First Mortgage Lnnd.Grant and siukin:
Fund Bonds,
secured upon the extension of the Railway from
near Sheridan, in Kansas, to Denver, Colorado, a
peted, and the rest under construction 1t is al
SO Mortgage upon the Road, the Rolling Stock and
Franchise OF this irstclass Railway, besides run
ming through the State of Kansas,
And in Successful Operation for 437 miles
west of the Missouri River, and earning already
enough to meet all Of its penses and existing obli-
cations, besides
More than the Interest upom this new Loan
IN addition to this the Bonds are also secured by
first mortgage of the
Governments Land Grant of three Million
Acres,
extending in alternate sections on either side of the
track from the 394th mile post in Kansas to Denver.
p'SSNNNA7
vested by the Trustees in the per cent Bonds them
selves up to 12O or in U. s. Bonds, as
"A sinking Fund for the Redemption of
the Bonds.
The lands embrace some of the finest portions o
the magnificent Territory of Colorado, including
coal field and pinery This Company ais holds as
an asset another tract OF
Three Millions of Acres i'm the STATED OF
Kansas,
and although not pledged security for this Loan,
their possession adds largely to the Company's
wealth and credit. We estimate the
Value of the Company,s property, covered
by this! mortgage, mt $4,000, 900
net, while the Loan is merely
S6,JOO,OOO.
Thirty Years to Run,
from May l. 1869, and will pay
Seven per cent Interest in Cold
sem-annually, on May and Nov l, and are
Free from Government Taxation,
the Company paying the tax.
The Principal OF the Loan is made payable
in Id, in the City of New York, but each coupon
will be Payable Ia Frankfort, london or
- tI,o hold nit
notice, at the following rates:
On 81 900 Bond in New York s35 (gold) each year
g" London. ..... CT IS. 10 {"
" Frankfort :. 81 fir, 80 krtzs.
The Agents of the Loan, before accepting the
trust had the condition of the Road, and the coun-
try through which it runs, carefully examined. They
are happy to give the Loan an emphatic endorse
ment asa
FIRST CLASS INVESTMENT,
in every respect perfectly sure, and in essen
tials even
BETTER than Government Securities.
The Bonds will be sold for the present at
SO, and Accrued Inter st,
both i'm CURRENCY,
the Agents reservng the right to advance the rate.
The attention Of investors is invited to these we'll
secured Bonds, which we recommend as one of the
most profitable investments in the market.
Gold aud Government Securities taken in pay
rlra
Pamphlets. with maps giving full information
sent on application.
DABNEY, MORGAN d. CO.,
No. 53 Exchange Place, N. "
III. "A. JESUP Dc CO.,
No. IL, Pine Street, N. "
aug19deod& eow4mis
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AUCTION SALES.
Gen.eeI Fnrniture AID Anction.

ON FRIDAY, Nov 18th at 10 o'clock A. NJ, ar
W house No, so Danfor Street, L shall sell Sofa,
Easy Chairs. Rockers, Lounge, Chestnut and Paint
ed Cbamber Sets, Bedsteads, Bure us: sinks, Ia.
bles Cpalrs, Mattresses, WartiIt besI ingrain, Oh
and st aw Carpees, Extension Table, Dining Room
CHAIRS Parlor, Coal and Alright Stoves, kitchon
noyi0dtd F.o. BAILEY, Auct.
The Portland daily press., 1869-11-12

A LII KINDS OF BOOK AND JOB PRINTING
"A neatl executed at this office,
The Portland daily press., 1869-11-12

10 Actjce Business Hen.
HAVE taken the sole agency for the State of
! MAINE OF the New Novelty rs dollar
SSGGWsSg Machine, VIII ch received the FIRST
Lhh9EMlUM at the MECHANICS FAIR, Boston.
ne a oct; 1863 and am PREPARED to give any IRE
enine and my terms for selling by county or town
rights. HENRY TAYLOR
u,o: Sc & 80 uniou ST., Portland Me-
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GOODS
SMALL ADVAN NOE
ON THE
COST AT AUCTION.

We invite the especial attention of LADIES to
our various departments, which will be found tul
and complete in every respect, embracing
FINE DRESS GOOD in every variety, from
the choicest fer full dress occasions, t. the most
durable and economical for general wear,
FRENCH SILKS, in Black, Plain Colors
and Fancy,-full lines from the most celebrated
ia NricaDts of Lyons
AMERICAN SILKS. fully sustaining the en-
viable reputation won by these superior tabrics,-
already barring the market to European Silks.
LADIES' CARMEN a.. for Street or Home
costume, in the latest Partisan Styles, dresses,
Breakfast Jackets, Opera Cloaks, Marie Antoinet-
ties, &c.
SEaAWLS, in endless variety and comprising the
choicest products of the looms OF India and CASH
mere. Paris and Paisley, Long and Square Cash
mere Open and Filled Centres, Domestic Wool
Plaids, Stripes, &c.
CLoTHs.-French, Eerman, English and
American, in extensive and varied assortment,
and especially adapted for MEMS and BOYS
wear.
MOU RNHNG GOODS, in every graduation OF
quality, embracing all desirable varieties.
OrTONS. RLANNELS, BLANKETS,
QUILTS &c.. of all the leading manufactures.
ksB Sons, Gloves. Millinery, and Fur
nishing Goods, of the choicest selection, in end
less profusion.
HOUsEF GOODS, Hosiery land
Embroideries, at exceedingly low figures.
For extent and variety, our stock has hithe' to
never been exceled and we earnestly invite inspec.
ton and comparison, both of fabrics and prices.
The Portland daily press., 1869-11-12

NOTICES hereby given, that the subscriber has
IN been duly appointed and taken upon hismelf
the trustof Administrator OF the estate OF
ALICE ID. CURTIS, late of Brunswick,
in the County of Gu mberland, deceased, and given
bonds as the law directs. All persons having de-
lnands upon the estate OF lid deceased are ieouir-
ed exhibit the same; and all persons iuuebted to
SAID estate are called upon to make payment TO
EDWARD Nj. RAND.
Administrator, of Portland.
Brunswick, Nov.2 1869. d3ws
The Portland daily press., 1869-11-12

Horses, carriages, &c, at Auctlcn
LIVERY SATURDAY at II O'Clock A. NJ, on I'w
u market lot, Market street, shall sell Homes
Carriages, Harnesses, &c.
Apl2S. F. o. BAILEY. Anetioneer.
The Portland daily press., 1869-11-12
Groceries and Store Fixtures al

ONuoNnAv No,-ember IS h, at l-2 o'clock T
~ Lei NV "a Exchange ST, Sugar Tea
Rasits, Can tomatoes Who tIeoerries soup, and
Peaches. Cream, Pea NUS. Soar shas Cn'h,
Lines Currants. Clothes Pins Tubs, feils, Hops,
Rice .fCotee. Extracts and Oils. Fancy Goods, Nc
also, Store Fixtures, Platform and Counter
hgsiosene Lamps, &c.
,,o ue aooVe are mostly fresh goods.
noi1et r.. a. BAILEY, Ancpf.
The Portland daily press., 1869-11-12
Portland and Vicinity

AUCTION COLUMN
Auction Sale-F. o. Bailey.
ENTERTAINMENT coLUmH'
Grand Ball-Ocean Association, Ex-4'
Select Assembly-Gee and hafh
SPECIAL NOTICE COLUMN.
Cod Liver Oil and Lime.
VIEW ADVERTISEMENT COLUMN.
Family r. ,our-Edw'd Fl. Burgin & Co.
State of Maine.
Watch Free.
For Sale-Mare
Hats and Caps-Harris.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08
HU NJ OR O US.
The Tax Bill.

Some one proposes the following new amend
ments to the tax bill:
For kissing pretty girl, one dollar
Eor kissing homcty one, two doiIars-the
extra amount being added probably. fer the
mans folly. ysy
EOr ladies' kissing one another, two dollars.
The tax is placed at this rate in order to break
up the custom altogether, it being regarded
by our NJ. C's as piece of incxcusabls alb
surdity.
For every Irritation, ten cents.
Every young man who has more than one
girl is taxed five dollars.
For counting in the kitchen, twenty five
cents.
Counting in the parlor, one dollar.
Counting in a romantic place, i've dollars,
and fifty cents thereafter.
Seeing lady home from church, twenty
five cents
Going from church without accompanying
lady, FIVE dollars.
Seeing lady home from the Mite Society,
FIVE cents-the proceeds to be devoted to the
relief of disabled army chaplains.
For ladies who paint, fifty cents.
For wearing low necked dress, one dollar
For each curl on a ladies' head, abvYc ten
FIVE cents.
For any unfair device for entrappiug young
men into matrimony, live dollars.
For wearing hoops larger than eight feet in
circumference, eight cents for each hoop.
Old bachelors over thirty are taxed ten dol
lars, and banished to Utah.
Each pretty lady is to be taxed from TWEEN
ty-fve cents to twenty-fv dollars she is to
fix the estimate of her own beauty. 1t is
thought a very large amount is to be realized
from this provision: y s-..--r
Each boy baby, fifty cents.
Each girl baby, ten cents.
Families having more than eight babies are
not to be taxed; and for twins premium Of
forty dollars will be paid out of the funds
accruing from tax on old bachelors,
Each Sunday loafer on the street corners
or about church doors to be taxed his value,
which is about two cents.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08
The PaWned Actor.

The celebrated tragcdian, Mr. Cooke. was
always fond of frolic 7Op lis benefit night,
declaring that he never took liberties with
his friends at any other time. 1t once hap
pened, during an engagement at Philadelphia,
that on such an occasion be was short Of mo-
ney, and at loss to raise the wind for the
accustomed breeze. In this dilemma he
started up town in speculative mood, de-
termined to inspirit in sorrc way or other
Having reached the corner Of CalIowhill and
Eighth streets, he cast his eyes towards tie Del
aware and perceived one Of those enticng
signs Of three golden balls lie turned the
corner and entering the fatal door addressed
the man behind the counter thus:
"Aly name is Cooke. This is my benefit
night. The manager can't do without Inc. l
am up for Richard the Third. 1 want some
liquor. [ have no money. Now propose to
hypothecate my royal person for ten dollars,
and you may lay me on your shelves"
The joke was queer enc, the pawnbrokcr
paid the ten dollars, and Cooke WIS laid up.
The theatre That night was crowded, and at
O'Clock the manager came forward to apologize,
stating that with the consent Of the audience
the performance would commence with farce.
lie had looked in different directions but was
unable to find Mr.. Cooke in the city. lie
presumed the tragedian would be forthcoming
in the course of the next half hour. As the
manager retired he was told that boy wished
to SEQ him in the green room. lie found the
boy, who presented note written in cyphcrs,
which he at length translated thus:
"MY DEAu-; am pawn cd for ten dollars send
and redeem me, it will be impossible for Richard
10 lie bimsclf to night Yours. COOKE
The manager started Immediately after the
fixed star, aud found him nicely shc!vcd, with
plate of crackers and cheese and bottle Of
brandy by him. Inthc buttonholc of his coat
was a.papcr marked, mo. ,lI3, pawncd for
$40" The amount was paid, hack called
and Mr.. Cooke and the manager. returned to
tho theatre, where the former had just time
to dress and commcucc.
"Now is the winter Of our discomfort" &c.
1t issaid that he never played Richard better
or received more applause.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08
RoETIoAL.t
a PLEA FOR Eees.


tTbese arc the days for ''i,lsas" of all kinds
.,,lsss-, for wumer,s rights; srieasp toZthe poor
young and the temptedi Aal;As San. % s plea
Rc sentle with the new laid egg
Eor eggs are brittle things;s
rrI1cv cannot tiy until they're hatehed'
And have pair Of wings,
1ronsc YOU break the tender she'll
The wrong you can't redress;
The yoIk aud white will al run ntt'
And make dreadful "p'ess'
IT'S but little while at best,
THAT her.s haro power TO lay
That were quite "a esh to-day.
Oh let the touch be light
That takes them from the keg
TbeIe is no hand whose cunning skill
Can mend . broken egg -
Az. touch it with tender touch.
FOR till the egg is bileI,
Il may be smasil'd and spileds ---- q
The summer breeze that 'gainstit blows,
Ought 10 be still'd and hush'd;
For eggp, like youthful purity,
~ Are awful when they're saushd-
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08
O. x @ALG

III AliDe nth a Fresh Stock of Made Up
CI0ttiHg, for Spring and .Summcr
rear, for Wc1 and Boys.
SPECIAL attention has Dcen directed to a large
- and well selected Stock of city made and Eastern
Shoes. Tor Ladies, Gents, Misses and Children. Tine
Stock of Hats for Men aud Boys is well scIrcied.-
Wool, Felt and Straw Goods, embracing the latest
styles. good stock of
GENTS FURNISHING GOODS.
All the late style Paper Collars, and Broad end
Neck Tics, black and colorcd. Notions in variety,
Trunks UmbI elias, Valises, in short, everything
kept in we'll cOniucted Furnishing House /
would especially invite the trade to a examination
Of my stock, feeling confident can please in goods
and in price
Thankful for past favors, hope to inertia contin-
uance of the Eame.. Drop in at the New Sign, at
Oak Hall. LLOYD LICKLIDER
Shcphcrd aLo.yn. 4 nril 90. 1850 Il
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08
THE VALLEY CHIEF,
SELF RAKTNG ~

II eapeE &c Mower.
7 s offered to the Farmers of Berkeley and Jefier
i son counties, with the GUARANTEE that it
WILL CUT RAKE WET, TASGLED
GRAIN, even when it LIES FLAT ASD Directly FROI
THE KNiFE better than it be done by the oTdina-
ry cradle ana mandrake. This hct-1 as fully test
ed in the harvest of 1865 and espectfully refer
to the following gentlemen who purchased and used
these machines = Messrs. w. 7 AIeQuilki Adrian
w. Jones, NJ B. Icmen, Thomas Files, Hiram ii.
Lemon, Jenifcr Hudgcl, Aaron Fulk, Hugh Nc
Kec. and many others.
THE VALLEY CHIEF has Two Driving Wheels,
and is double jointed flexible bar machine, giving
it more advantages IN taking up lodged and tam
gled grain than other machines have in moving
Height of cut from fifteen inches be reg.
ulated without stopping.
THE SELF RAKE is perfect and never fails
account of the wheat being Wet, Dry, Short. Thin,
Tangled or Lodged.
Pamphlets containing full description and tcsti-
monials, furnished on application.
Price of Valley Chief Mower, 100; freight added.
Combined Reaper and Mower, usual size, $500;
freight added.
Large No. / Reaper with extra Mower 9225;
freight added.
JOHN T. BILLMYER, Agent,
ShePherdstown, West Va
For Marsh, G riGr s Co, Mount Joy, Pa.
March 30, lS6q-3m.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08
NOTICE.

THE undersigned having removed to Charlie
town, wishes TO inform the citizens of Jefferson
and Clarke counties that he will have on hand for
sprng planting. large and foil assortment OF
FRUIT, SHADE and ORNAMENTAL TREES, 10
large variety. Grape Vines of all szes and OF
SI4Iiy unsgf Passed Small Fruits-StrsWberrY
Plants, Raspberry and Currant Plants and eyery-
thns ele necessary Tor the orcha rd and Fruit Gar
Gen: Also, Kitchen Garden Pants in Sea son ,such
as Caobage, Tomato, Egg and Pepper Plants.
VII also have large variety Of Roses and Bedding
GaEdens on Mildred street, near Episcopal Church
w6i. HOPKINS.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08

- After the acquittal of a man for larceny,
recently, one Of the jurymen rose and sug-
gestcd that ''the acquitted be now recommend
cd to the merctul consideration of the court"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08

- An innocent young sportsman, in order
to shoot squirrel on the top of Il tall tree,
climbed another one close by aud on being
asked the reason for SO foolish freak, said
he didr't want TO strain his gun By long
shot
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08

Soon after Sir Henry Rivers took orders,
he told by friend that he would uH-
,!oubtcdly become bishop. "Indscd :" said
Sir Henry, why SO ?" because rivers in,
variably so to the sea-" ..
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08

Vaccination. don't believe it's any
use this vaccination. said Yankee. 81 had a
child vaccinated, and he fell out of the win
dow week arter and got killed"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES TRADE.
NEW GOODS AT THE LADIES' STORE,
FOR SPRING AND SUMMER.

FOR SPRING AND SUMMER.
w E have just returned from the Philadelphia
w andlBaltimore markets with large and wei
selected stock of DRY G0ODS-AHO NOTIONS
We name in part as follOws;-
DRESS GODS
Plain, Striped aud Chene POplins, Lenos. Lustres.
French and Jaconet Lawns in great variety Also,
Plain and Striped DeLains Piques, sc.
MOURNING GOODS.
Bombazine, double and single width; DeLaines, AL
pacas, Crepe Moretts, Lawns, Ginghams, English
Grape Wells, Gloves, &c.
DOM E STIC G GOD s. A
Calicos, a very large and complete stock of Cling.
UnbIesched Cottons, Shirtirg Stripes, Drills Table
Diapers, Cottonades, Plain and Striped Linen, &c
WHITE G o obs.
Plain, Plaid and Striped Cambrics Plain and Plaid
Nansooks Swiss, Striped and Plail Organizes, Irish
Linens. Bird Eye Diapers, SC.
A LARGE VARIETY OF NOTIONS.
Hoop Skirts, Corsets, Gloves, Handkereliiefs, &c
GOODS FOR FUNERALS. -
Orders for these goods will receive special and
prompt attention "a nd he furnished at low rntcs.
Persons in want of any of the above goods will
find it to their advantage call and examine our
stock before purchasing, as they have been bought
since the recent decline, for Cash, and we
fdent that can offer bargains.
o. Remember, we CONSIDER it no trouble to show
goods. TERMS CASH.
ThankiulIor past flvors, solicit liberal share
mCKARD & wELSHANS.
Shsphe rdstown, April 20, 1869.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08

An advertisement reads as follows =
'Stolen, watch worth ten guinoas. If the
thief will return it, he shall be informed
where he can steal one worth two Of it, and
no questions asked" ---.--
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-06-08

- The most laconic will on record is that
OF a mau who died in 1863. 1t ran thus =
y have nothing; [ owe a great deal-the
rest give to the poor"