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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
Beautiful Assortment
FARMING IMPLEMENTS
AND
Machinery.


We employ none but the best Mechanics and the
best Material. The community can rely upon quick,
neat and substantial work. and prices to suit the
times We are determined to do work as low as
can be done in the County for CASH, which will
be required for all transient custom.
We will make to order Threshipg Ndciines and
Horse Porers of the latest patterns PLOCGHS OF
different kinds always on hand, amongst which Will
be found the celebrated three-horse Livingston; 2
horse do: the old fashioned three-horse Barshear
Mccormick do, for two and three horses also, the
three horse Page Plough; also, an improved Ken
lucky single and double shovel Plough: Plough
Irons.-such as Shares, Coulters, Shoyels, (single
and doube) Mould boards of all kinds, Open Rings,
Open Links, &C. Special attention paid to Mill
work in Steel and Iron. Turning and Boring in l.
ron and Steel.
We have now in full blast our FOUNDRY, and
are prepared TO furnish Castings Of good quality
as low as can be bought elsewhere.
All work entrusted to will be done with dis
patch, and guaranteed TO give satistaction. The
hghesf price paid in Cash for Old Iron OF all kinds
Give us call at the Jefferson Machine Shop, So ne
Row. NEIRlCh W ELLEh.
Charlcstown, Jan. q, 1868
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

One night while lay sleeping had a dream
Of JOY thought had a charming wife, a
darling little boy. ! loved, l Rugged, kissed
them-I ate them almost whole Ny little
wife got angry, my wife began to scold. But
soon a scream terrific awoke me irommy sleep,
my face was scratched in Phces-plague take
the little brat Ny wife she was 4 pillow,
mn 5aLl Nas cat
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
MON HOTEL,
u GEORGETOWN, D C.
PTTEY cuTNN pronr;ator

This House, having been newly refitted and fur
nished, is now open for the accommodation Of the
public Ii is easy Of access from all parts Of the
city Of Washington, the passenger railroad cars
passing its doors each way every two or three min
utes. Persons stopping at this house reach, By
a ride of few minutes, any of the public buildings
Of the capital GEO. p. WlTHAM,
Terms IS per day. Superintendent
N. Blooms and Board by the month at re-
duced rates.
Oct. ~, ls6s-ly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
Competition Dchcd
AT
J. GoldsmithTs Cheap Store.

7 HAVE Just finished receiving my supply OF
| Spring and Summer Dry Goods, Notions,
Clothing, &c. II is the most handsome in style ana
lower in prices than ever before. Ny motto Z"
" Quick Sales and Small Profts." intend tosat.
sfy the public in prices, style and quality; rart
of my Dry Goods embrace the following: Poplins,
Mouselains, Black and Colored Alpaca, Plaln ana
Fancy Brliants, Scotch Plaids, Berage, scotch
and Domestic GinrRams, Flannels. Table Cloths,
Balmorals Crash, Ticking from l5c up; Muslin,
bleached and unbleached, from Zoe up, embracing
some of the best brands; CalicOs from lOc up I;
White Goods in great variety, Honey Comb ana
Marsailles Spreads. For Ladies have the great
est varieties in FANCY GOODS ever offered be-
FORE such as Rulings, Frillings, Edgings, Mar
settles Trimmings. Chinese ParasOls and Sun m.
brelas, Kid and Lislc Thread Gloves. Collars and
Cuffs, Dress Buttons, Perfumery. Corsets, En-
broidered and Plain Handkerchief, and many
other things too numerous to mention. tents
Silk and Linen Hdkfs., Shirts of all descriptions,
Bows and Ties in all STYLES. and great many more
not necessary to enumerate.
invite special attention 20 my stock OF ClothinG,
Cassimeres and Cloths for Men, Youth and Child
rem embracing all the latest styles; Mems " hole
Suits from 81 to SIS. Boys Wear a: the very
lowest rates. Tn HATS have all STYLES, black
brown and white-such Alpine, Neloclpede'
Planter, Diploma, Don Quixotte. Success, Attain
tic, Boss and many others from 70 cents nFN
TRUNKS, TRUNKS, TRUNKS,
OF all descriptions Mattngs and Oil Cloths cheap;
Thankful to a generous public for past favors,
hope to merit continuance Of the same.
Terms posiiirely Cash! Don't forget the place
adjoining the residence of Humphrey Keyes.
Nav G, 1850. J. GOLDSMITH.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

Tommy, my son, etca in stick Of wood
All, my dear mother, responded the youth,
'' the grammatical portion Of your education
has been sadly neglected. You should have
said" Thomas, my son, transport from that
recumbent collection Of combustible material
upon the threshold Of this cdiGce one Of the
curtailed excrescences Of a defuuct log
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
AZ AMrsINa TRIck.-The ~ indlnr q

Az AMUSING TRICE.-The latest indoor a
musemcnt is termed the printers delight"
and is performed in the following manner:
Take a sheet Of note paper fold it carefully
and enclosed bank note sufficiently large to pay
mp arrcarages, and year IN advance And
what adds immensely to the feat is to send along
the name Of a new subscriber, with cash to
balance Try il. reader.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

The manager Of a countyy theatre lookcdiu-
to the house between the acts, and turned with
a face Of dismay to the proprietor, with the
question Of "Wby, good gracious, where's the
audience % "Sir," replied the proprietor,
without moving a muscle, he is JUS, now gone
20 get some beer.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
ABSENCE OF MND-A teacher writes: W,

ABSENCE OF MIND-A teacher writes We
were Pars'ng one day, and said to Harry
h:-'' Harry, it isyoUr turn; the sentence
Is, 90 The dogs have bagked.' You may parse
tall " Oh said he, " teacher, I've barkcl.
We all had hearty laugh, and Harry Joined
in it as loud as anybody, when he found he
had said barked instead Of parsed
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

Il is related Of two old Scotch ministers that
one asked the other il he was not sorely tempt
ed at times to 90 fishing on Sunday afternoon.
ooh, mon, replied bis fellow-laborer, &c I'm
never tempted long; jiSt 60"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
TO THE PUBLIC.

TIVE undersigned has made arrangements
i whereby he can furnish accommodation by
the Mall Stage Coach 70 persons en- route to Rip
pom or Berryville. Two trips are daily made 10
Nippon, and passengers who desire it can be taken
70 Berryville upon reasonable terms.
Coach for Nippon leaves Cbarlestown at A. ~
and ~ 2. NJ, returning at 10 A. u. and p. NJ.
ROBERT T. WOODY.
March 4, 1862
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

\ friend who tried gardening Just a little
last year, reports that the bugs ate mp his vines,
chickens maze way with the bugs and cats
devoured the chickens. lie goes to market
now
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
The young gentleman who sang
My heart and lutte is all the store

was solemRly assured by the young lady's pa
rental relative that it would be quite impossi-
bic to support a family from the receipts Of
such a store, and was earnestly enjoined not to
undertake the experiment with any member
Of that household.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
DAVID II. COcKRnL. JOSEPH L. CocKRILL
DAVID II. COCKRILL & son,
Architects and Builders,
CHARLESTOWN. JEFFERSON COUNTY, Va.

OUR experience in the business which we adver-
tisc to conduct, and our thorough acquaint-
ance with it in all its branches, enable TO assure
the public that any work entrusted to US will be
executed in the most workmanlike manner, and
with the utmost dispatch. Having stood TO their
posts in the Confederate army during the four
years struggle which it so manfully encountered,
they have located in their native county, where
their services are offered in building up the waste
places and in carrying oEt practical reconstruction.
Particular attention given at all times to the
drawing Of plans and Specifications; and in the
construction 0f
GEONETRICAL STAIR WAYS,
where calculation is required. they are confident
that they cannot be surpassed by any workmen in
the Valley Of Virginia,
5zs- Being well known in the community, they
deem il unnecessary to say more, than that orders
left for them will receive prompt attention.
April 8, lses-tf.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
Boots * shoes Repaired.

I All prepared to do repairing OF all kinds at the
i shortest notice and upon the most reasonable
terms. / most respectfully solicit share of the
public patronage. / can be found at my residence
one door above the Episcopal Parsonage.
Sep. p, 1863. JESSE BLOcKLEY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

0Leary, gazing with establishment upon an
elephant in meuagsrie. asked the keeper.
" What kind Of a basic is that, atm hay with
his ail2"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
EVERETT HOUSE.

NARIIN0BURG, ". Fh a.
TNHIS Hotel, corner of Queen and Martin Streets,
having been recently renovated and improved,
offers special inducements to the travelling public
Every comfort will be afforded those who may vi
sit the house. Omnibuses are always il commu-
nication with the Railroad Depot to convey passen-
gers to and from the Hotel.
HENRY WHEN.
Aurust 90 1857
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

A Yankee Snys that preiudices against col
are very natural, aud vet the prette>t girl he
ever knew was Olive Brown
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

Mr.. Dobbs says he has one Of the most ODE
dent boys in the world lie tells him to DO as
be pleases and he does It without murmuring.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

NEW HERRING.-We have just received
" prime article of Herring
April %, 80. KEARSLEY & SHEERER.
ERRlNG AND SHAD.-A prime article of
L Herring and Shad. We warrant them to
give satisfaction. For sale BY
May 20, 1859. hEARSLEY 4 SHEERM.
I ANGSTRATH'S Patent Bee Hive-fer sale BY
4 4 MAY ~. KEARSLEY d SHEERER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
Harvest Goods

I AN now receiving a general assortment Of
Groceries and Supplies suitable to the season.
Cash purchasers will find il to their advantage to
examine before buying. W. EBY.
DERKELEY County Whiskey-suitable for
ID Harvest, for sale by W. EBY.
ID AXES and Rifles for sale by
H. W.EBY
ERUIT CANS and Glass Jars the most ap-
Il proved, just received and for sale BY
June IL. WEBY.
CtROCKERYwARE from Shepherdstown. just
" received by W. EBY.
A XLE Grease, Zinc and Wood washboards for
N sale BY w.EBY.
IN BIS. Superior and Low priced Syrups and
III Nolasses, for sale oy ". EBY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

\ man on louge street, Toronto, saws that
be never had friend The only man that
ever bad an attgcimeat Cor him was the Sheriff
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

There is fellow in California SO extrava-
CANT that be kiud,es the fge with bank notes,
ani skates on icc-cream.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
LUMBER FOR Sale.

I HAVE for SALE and will deliver upon the West
bank Of the Shenandoah River-three miles
from Charlestown, FENCING PLANK, LUMBER
Of every description suitable for the building Of
Houses and Barns, SHINGLES, STAYETIMBER,
&c, &C. Terms made known upon application.
c. W. II. COOPER.
Nav IS, IS69-3m.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

The height Of po'iteucss Is passing around
upon the opposite side Of lady when walk.
'.t lD r sieroo.-esrr .pla i~- lel.v
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
SPRING GOODS.

THE undersigned have just opened their Spring
Stock of Goods, which they respectfully invite
al 10 call and examine before purchasing.
Aril 90 kEARSLEY d SHEERER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
FOR SALE.
WANTED.
EOR RENT.

4 HOUSE, with five Rooms, Cellar, Kitchen
Y and Smoke-house.
Possession given at once.
BENJAMIN TOMLINSON.
Aprils, lsG9-tf.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

7 AIDES SH0ES-Lasting. Kid and Morocco
IL Caters, Misses and Childrens Shoes Of all
kinds. A. W. CRANER.
CtASSIMERES for Gentlemen; Csssimeres,
" Tweeds and Jeans for Boys; Angola and Cot
ton Socks, Glove, Collars aud Crsvats.
4. W. CRANER
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
Ct. WI. 9.
SAMUEL n. WOODY,
At HIS SHOP

SAMUEL II. WOODY,
At HIS SHOP
OY MAIN ST., opposite Nasoa's Drug Store,
HAS on hand a stock to which the people OF this
community are invited, and he eels,stisfed
that those who examine IL will be constrained TO
purchase He docs not profess to be able 10 sell
manufacture at lower prices than any one else in
the community; but this he does pledge, that he
win give satisfaction TO all who favor him with
their patronage. II Experience and strict attention
TO business calculated 10 commend, he feels as
sured that he has these two requisites for success in
business. Intending to work none but the most
PERFECT MATERIAL,
AND TO EMPLOY NONE BUT
Competent WOrkmen,
thoroughly skilled their business, he can promise
Boots and Shoes,
for Gentlemen, Ladies, Misses and Children, in
style that cannot be surpassed. He also obligates
himself to make all repairs made necessary by the
ripping of work sold or made at his establishment
free of cost.
His RFADYMADE WORK, which will be
sold at the most reasonable figures, has been selec-
ted with the greatest care, and to the Ladies who
have so literally patronized him in the past he Is
able 10 give guarantee that nothing VIII be soid
from BIS shop, that Is not strictly VIVA, ne RECON-
mends il to be. lie has no desire TO deceive, but
wishes to make living By straight forward, hon.
est manner of dealing.
He will keep constantly on hand large and
general stock Of the very best quality of SOLE and
UPPER LEATHER. Calf and Morocco Skins, Ii
nngs and other Findings. which he will sell at the
lowest prices for cash. He respectfully asks call
from the public.
no-He also intends to keep on hand large and
Beautiful Assortment
OF HATS,
to which he will call the attention Of gentlemen in
need Of this important article of dress and If they
will give him call he knows they VIII De pieaseu.
No His Shop is one door above the Garter
House." and Ladies and Gentlemen will lose moth
ing by walking that far to see his stock.
Na- Highest price paid for HIDES in Trade, or
the Cash If necessary. .,
April %, lS6I-tf. SAML ii. MUDDY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
JAMES WATSON,
Harvest Whiskey.

A PURE Article Of Home-Made HARVEST
N WHISKEY-equal, il not better, in quality,
and as low in price as can be bought anywhere;
for sale By the undersigned.
CharlestosD, June II, 1869. JOHSAI
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
10 Years Before the Pub
lFcy

The above Pills are compounded By Southern
Minister of the Gospel hose disease led to the dis
coverv of the remedy. Ia 1875. he was reduced to
A skeleton, and was pronounced by three of the
most Skilful PHYSICIANS in one OF largest cities
10 be 10 an advanced stage of the Consumption and
beyond cure. lie then began TO try experiments
on himself, and, after many efforts, he discovered
the remedy which wrought perfect cure on him.
The great cures thew aave made, and the urgent
desire o. those ho iaye been benefited that others
might share the favor, induced the discOyerer to
prepare them for sale.
Address the Proprietor.
G.. W. DEEMS,
. South Calhoun 81, BALTIMORE.
October %, lS6S.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08

~ SACKS Rio, Java, Laguyra, Maricabo and
~ Roasted Coffee. fpr sale n lowest prices for
.a,llv W. EBY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
NOTICE.

DERSONS indebted to the undersigned are here
by notified 20 make settlement By the FIRST day
OF Nav. All accounts remaining unsettled at that
time viii be placed in the hands of an officer for
collection.
April -, 1852. J. K. AVIS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-07-08
select StoclS of Spring
Goods.

August 90, 1867.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-01-19

Cheek to carry him as far as Mound City. At Marion he found Col. Wilson foril- fled with strong palisade with tlFee hundred infantry and one hundred fifty cavalry. The infantry are all negroes, and are represented as heinz in state ct excellent discipline. The cavalry are whites, and are border ruihans of the worst class--totally devoid of discipline and under no control They roam the country at their own sweet will, and at the very time our informant was at head quarters talking to Watson. they went down and took possession of the bar of the Cheek and "c!eaned it out"
 Watson is represented by those who have had occasion to come in contact with him in the last few days to be "as gentle manly ruffian as ever cut throat or slit a weasand." Ue was remarkably civil to our friend yesterday. but his civility can, not impeach the testimony of hundreds oi refugees who have been driven away from home and property by him and his thiev- ing brigands.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-01-19
Special Notice.

We wish to call the special attention of our friends to the advertisement headed HuR- LgY's AauE Toxic This is the best remedy known for Chills Fever and intermittents in any form; now is the season for this dis dressing complaint. It has never been known to fail to effect cure, no matter of how long standing, if used by directions, where all other remedies have failed. It is purely veg etable. and no bad effects from over dosing need be feared--buy one bottlean get cured Also, Hnrley's Worm Candy for children. is the best and most pleasant known; any child will take it. Hurlcy's Bitters is the most pleasant as we'll as the purest and best now known or offered for sale; and for debility, loss of appetite, cannot be equaled. Also, for purifying the blood, nothing equals Dr. Hurley's Comp. Syrup of Sarsaparilla, this is the genuine extract of the root. Dr. Sea brooks Soothing Syrup for children is war ranted the best and safest remedy known, or the money refunded-price Poets. per bottle. Also, his Elixir of Iron and Bark, especially for females 1t is one of the best ronics known, and pleasant and easily taken: not like other remedies of the kind. it does not sieken CT nauseate. If you need any of the above remedies try them, AS we feel confident they will do all we claim for them they are gotten up by men of experience and good chemists, who know their business and are reliable aud honest.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-01-19
SPECIAL. NOTICES.
AUTHENTIC DOCUMENTS.
 EXTRA SPECIAL NOTICE,

Beware of Commercials! Smiths Tonic Syrup has been counterteited, and the counterfeiter brought to grief
 Smiths Tonic Syrnp.
 The genuine article must have Dr. John Bulls private Stamp on each bot tie. Dr. John Bull only has the right to manufacture and sell the original John Smiths Tonic Syrup of Louis vile, Ky. Examine well the label on each bottle. If my private stamp is not on the bottle, do not purchase, or you will be deceived. See my column ad- vertisement, and my show card. 1 will prosecute any one infringing on my right. The genuine Smiths Tonic Sy- rup can only be prepared by myself. The public's servant.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-01-19
MEDICAL.
's, s-ss,.s. s.--. s,------.-s
 DIR. JOHN BULLS. Great Remedies.
Bulls Cedron BitterS.
AUTHENTIC DOCUMENTS, Arkansas Heard From.
 TESTIMONY OF MEDICAL MEN.

Stony Poini, White Co.,, Ark. May 23, 66 Da. JouS BulL-Dear Sir: Last February 1 was in Louisville purchasing drugs, and ] got some of your Sarsaparilla and Cedron Bitters
 My son-n-law who was with me in the store. has been down with rheumatism for some time, commenced oa the Bittcrs, and soon fouGd his general health improved. Dr. Gist, who has been in bad health, tried them, and he also improved.
 Dr. Coffee. who has been in bad health for severa years-stomaeh and tirer affected-he improved very much by the use of your Bit tcrs Indeed the Cedron Bitters has given you great popularity in this settlement. think could sell n great quantity of your medicines this fall--especially of your Ced- ron Ditters and Sarsaparilla. Ship me via Memphis. care of Rickett < Nicely.
 Respectfully,
 C.B WALKER
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-01-19
ynL,Sow, WALKER Couxry, GA,


 DR. JoHS BUti--Dear Sir. 1 have recent ly given your .,Morm Destroyer" several trials, and find i; wonderfully etfeacious. It has not failed in single instance 10 have the wished for effect. am doing pretty large country practice, and have daily nse for some article of the kind am free to confess that know of no remedy recommended by the ablcst authors that is so certain and speedy in it's effects. On the contrary they are un- cc, ,tcaiH in the extreme. My object in writ ing you is 10 find upon what terms can gel the medicine directly from you. If can gel i, upon easy terms. shall use great deal of it. l am aware that the use of such articles is contrary to the teachings and practice of great majority of the rcqelar line of NJ. s. but I see no just cause or good sense in dis carding remedy which VIC know to be efil- cieut, simply because we may be ignorant of it's combination. For my part, shall make ii a rule to use all and any means to alleviate suffering humanity which I may be able to commanl--not hesfating because some one more in gerious than myself may have learned it's effects first. and secured the sole right to secure hat knowledge. However, am by no means an advocate or supporter of the thousands of worthless nostrums that flood the country that rurport to cure all manner of disease to which human flesh is heir. please reply soon. and inform me of your best terms. am. sir. most respectfully,
 JULIUS r. CLEMENT, M. D.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-01-19
From the Memphis Appeal.
 The Militia at MariOn-High Handed PrOceedfngs.

We learn from gentleman named J. T. Laud, who arrived in the city yester- day, the particulars of his arrest end i'm prisonment, at Marion, on Friday night.
 MT. Laud, and gentleman named J. II Harding, both of whom live about three miles beyond Marion, started to Memphis on Friday. Passing through Marion they were seized by the militia and placed under guard Their horses and equipments were taken away from them, and they were kept in durance all night,
 The next morning, on application to the commander of the forces" they were allowed to depart and to take their horses. but their saddles and brides could be found nowhere, and they were compelled to return home for others.
 A gentleman of this city went over to Marion yesterday, ehartering tho steamer