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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
SPRING and SUMMER
MILLINERY.

7 HAVE received my Supply Of SPRING and
/ SUMNER MILLINERY GOODS. and can sup
ply the ladies with the latest and pret9st styles OF
Hats, BOnncts, and Trimmings.
think my stock will compare favorably with any,
and my prices not exorbitant
am very thankful for the patronage hereto
fore enjoyed by me. and trust the ladies Of the
town and vicinity will find il of interest 20 them 20
see end admire my NEW GOODS, and continue
their orders with me.
Throughout the Season viii receive weekly
additions to my stock-always snording the very
newest STYLES.
Straw Goods Bleached and Pressed 20 order
All work in my department executed with hope
of pleasing customers and retaining their fayors.
Work, therefore, will be done promptly, neatly
and fashionably.
May 10, 1860. MAGGIE W. JOHNSON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
WEST VIRGINIA, I GO
County of jefferson. 90
In the Recorders Court. !
Sept. 90. 1861. [

Sept. %, 1869 (
1T appearing on affidavit bcrein filed, that in
the matter touching the Probate Of a Ger
tain writing now pending its admittance TO
record, as the last VIII and Testament Of Geo.
Backhouse, decd, that J r. Harris and 6. A.
his wife; 3. +. Grubb and j. g. Bis wife
George II. Rector and H. A. p. his wife. and
G. II. G. BackhousC are uon-residents oftbis
State, they are hereby required 70 appear on
the 22nd day Of October next, after due publ
cation Of this ORDER and show cause, II any
they can, why said writing should not he adj
mitted 10 Record as said last VIII and Tesla
neut Of said Decedent.
1t is further ordered that a Copy hereof be
published once week for fonr successive
weeks in the FREE PREss, aud be posted AZ the
front door Of the Court-Honse thereof. on tho
second Monday after the date Of this order.
TEsTE-
GEO. ". CHASE,
Sept. 30, ls69-4w. Recorder.
Prs. fee-$7.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
NOTICE
10 ~ r1om 4 man c5neern.

TO III hh0n u mag COHcc1H.
You are hereby notified that lave fixed
upon the 23rd day Of October Doxt Saturday
at my Office in Cbarlestown, 70 execute the
provisions Of the above Decree IN said suit. at
which time and place you arc required to at
tend
Given under my hand this 10th day Of Sep
tember, 1869.
JOSEPH TRAPNEIL.
Special Commissioner.
September 90, 1869.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14

FuaE.-The voolcn factory situated between
Waterford aud Lovettcsville, Loudon county.
Va, and belonging to Mr.. Thomas Hough,
was entirely DESTROYED by fire on Saturday
ngLt last. Loss So 600: insurance $4,000
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
READ READ READ
or One Of the
Grand Wonders Of Creation
A 7 the grand display Of goods made on the cor
\ ner Of Liberty and Lawrence Streets, by our
friend Of the
BROADWAY HOUSE.

In what way il is that he is doing business M one
can tell but if you will call his you will
find one Of the grandest displays Of the most beau
tiful.
Ladies' Hats and Bonnets of every STYLE and
shape from ten cents TO one dollar Ladies'. Misses
and Children's Caters and Shoes from l5c to -
Mems and Boys Caters, Boots and Shoes from SOC
TO So; Hat Of every style one can well think Of
from 25c to s2lE Hoop Skirts Of various STYLES
from 20 TO SOC the best skirt ever made Bradlysl
from 81 10 SlE; Children's and Ladies' Balmoral
Skirts 30 70 Coo; Floor and Table Oil Cloths, Car
pets and Mating, rery cheap; Fancy Soaps and
Notions Of every Kind any one can possibly con-
ceye Of. for a mere song; Lamps, Chimneys and
Oil Of the very best quality few sets Of pieces
each, handsome Glassware-Sucar and Butter
Dish Spoon Holder and Cream Mug-rery nice
end cheap fine lot of Fancy JcwelTy Of various
STYLES and quality-rery cheap; Brown and Blend
CottoHs Of al grades and best brands; Plain and
Fancy Prints and Dress Goods Of various STYLES
and quality-rery fine and cheap; White Goods Of
every variety and quality Kid Gloves and Hona-
ton Lace Collars al astOnishingly low prices
White Pique and Plaid Pique for dresses-rery,icej
fine Tot Of handsome Cassimeres and COttOnades for
Gents wear-rsry Hice and cheap.
Call and examine for yourselves before you make
your purchases, and compare goods and prices.
May q, 1863 W. l.. HEDGES, AgL
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
The Old Family Journal.

The following beautiful poem IS the last
dying strain Of one whose poetic genius mas
found vent in many gem Of beauty, but IN
none more touching aud sadly sweet than this
Il was written by GEoaaE E. SsNsENEY' Tor
a number of years the El,tor of the Winehes-
Ter RspuIlicaa. Feeling tbatdeath has claimed
him for its own. although vet in the prime of
manhood. he thus expresses at once his sub
mission to the summons, and his regrets at
leaving a world which might have been a
brighter and happier one but for
-"The weakness, not the sim
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
Notice OF SchOOI BO
School, Books.

WE have received an additional supply of the
w Improved Excelsior Cook Stoves-all sizes
for sale low by MCCURDY DUKE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14

FS-fhe proceedings Of the Railroad meeting
at Hhrr-soaburg ig type, batcrovded ont BY press
81 scycrtislmcuts
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
VALUABLE BUILDING LOTs
In CharleStown,
AT PRIVATE SALE.

V'IIE undersigned is having severalacres ofland,
/ adjoining CharleStown on the South side laid
of into Building Lots, which will be disposed of
privately. These lots the most desirable in the
town-beautifny located. commanding fine view
of the country round, and in the most improving
section. Particulars obtained by calling upon the
subscriber. W. n. CRAlGHlLL.
March Is lSGn.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
wlich


He rests now Where the gates of dawn are
shining. and we remember only the bright,
cheerful, talented spirit, that in days lang
syne attracted many friends, and sladdeued
mary dull hour by its sparkling, Joyous wit;
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
Inform alton Wanted.

I WISH 10 find the whereabouts Of my brother.
Il who is supposed 10 have come T. The eOunirv
30 years ago, His name is John TlgmphreyS-
Any inform s,ion will be thankfully received by al
dressing letter to the Free Press eli a.. Charh.,
town, or 20 Us al Halifax. Dolphin Co. Pa
RfCHAED HUMPHREYS.
SAMUEL HUMPHREYS,
ROBERT HUMPHREYS.
October !, lsG9-3t.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14

CULPH1TE of Lime, to arrest fermentation in
= Cider and preserve its sparkling properties,
for sale bv W. 5. MASON.
TEN0ILET Powder Of my own manufacture, per-
fectly free from all injurious substances-by
the pound or in smaller quantities-ior sale by
Sept. 2 W. :. MASON.
nURE Alchohol Sbelac for killing knots before
] painting, for sale by W. 5. MASON.
A FULL line of Bitters including all the most
N popular of the day, for sale by
w. s. MASON.
INVESTIGATED Cocoanut, in 10. and : ID.
IL packages, at W. ;. MASON'S.
lust received, 30 gallons No. Furniture Var
~ nish, As gallons Turpentine, bbs. Linseed
Oil, and a No l article of Coach Varnish, by
Sept. ., 1869. W. S. MASON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
Give the People Chance
War upon High Prices.

| MMENSE Stock OF tall and W inter Dry Goods,
and Fancy Goods. Ladies and Gentlemen CON
suit your own interest and examine the Mammoth
Stock just received and opened at
j. GOldSnith'S
Emporium of Fashion on Main ST., CharlestOwn.
Come and see the finest, handsomcst and cheap
est goods ever offered in this Valley, such as Cali
Goes and Cottons of all brands Black and Colored
Alpacas, Deains. Striped Lustre Scotch Plaid,
GiughamS Balmorals Plain, Figured and Opera
Flanncls, Canton Flannels, De, &c.
Especial attention is called TO my fine stock Of
White and Fancy Counterpanes. Blankets and
Crib Blankets. have also added to my stock of
Fancy Goods full line of RIBBONS.
Gentlemen come and see the elegant Business
Suits, Fine Dress Suits, Boys Clothing and Fur
nisbing Goods of every description al prices low
er than any store this side of Baltimore City.
My stock of HATS, CAPS, TRUNKS and VA
Uses is complete in every respect
j. GOLDSMITH,
Adjoining the residence of Humphrey Reyes
October {, 1862
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
NOTICE.

ENIE partnership heretofore existing under the
| name and style Of Harrell d Gallaher, has
been dissolved this the lst day OF September, 1863
All accounts due to this date will be settled BY an
agent mutually appointed, Of whom further notice
will be given.
The business will be continued at the old stand,
by Z. r. Harrcll. A share of the public patronage
is solicited. T.. K. HARRELL.
September IS, lsG9-3t
The above notice appeared in the Spirit Of JEFF
ferson Of Tuesday last, without my knowledge or
any consultation with me.
Sept. 30, 1869. J. SHANNON GALLAHER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
REMOVED.

IEHE HARNDEY EXPRESS OFFICE has been
removed from the Depot to McCURDY Il
DUKES Hardware torc-Room-formcry occu-
pied by II. J.. Heiskell. Persons wishing to send
packages East or West must have them in by 1917
o'clock, A. NJ. C. HORACE GALLAHER.
October I, 1869. Agent.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
Music Glass.
Lessons in Music.

INSTRUCTION IN MUSIC on PIANO viii be
! given by the undersigned to such as may desire
his services in Charlestown orits vicinity class
is now being formed.
References DIR. L. c. COrdell. A. r. II. Ran
son, Z. H.. Powers, w. W. B. Gallaher.
For terms, &C, make application to me by mail
or otherwise at Charlestown.
WM. BURNETT.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
RA0S Wanted.

7 WILL give three cents per pound, in CASH,
1 for good Cotton Rags, delivered at the FREE
PRESS OFFICE.
J. SHANNON GALLAHER.
January l. 1869.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
w. H. s.
NO HUMBUG HERE,


TIME subscriber, having Just returned from Fred
erick CITY with an extensive stock Of superior
material is prepared 10 offer to the citizens Of JEFF
ferson county, the very best bargains in
BOOTS AND SHOES.
manufactured under his own supervision, By the
best CITY workmen. His stock is such as to recon-
mend it to every judge of
LEATHER,
and has been purchased with great care from the
manufactory Of Messrs. BantZ Wachter, OF Fred
crick, the oldest and most experienced TANNERS
in the State Of Maryland. As he employs none
but the best wOrkmen-such as thoroughly under
stand the trade-and works none other than the
best finished material he feels confident of his abi
ity to give satisfaction Especial attention given
TO the finer quality Of
LADIES' WORK.
For the accommodation Of the trade. he will keep
on hand, at all times, a complete assortment Of
Ready-Made Work,
which he will warrant to compare with any that
can be found in the country.
REPAIRING done in the best style, on the shortest
notice. NEW Work and REPAIRISG executed in
from twelve to forty-eight hours, aud no disap-
pointments at the hour promised.
Esc-It must be understood that as Casa is re-
quired in the purchase Of all material used in my
business and paw of hands, must exact from all,
without respect to persons, CASH on delivery Of
work.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
DENTAL NOTICE.

nR. MCCORMICK will visit Charlestown
I J professionally the SECOND MONDAY OF
April (l2thl, May (lOth). June 14th), July l2th)
August 9th, September (l3th), October (llth),
November 18th, and remain week.
CHARGES MODERATE
w Office at the Sappington Hotel.
April S, lS69-tC
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14

~ sale oy MCCUhDh DUNE
TOMAS Whitcombs great remedy for Asthma,
u for sale by c. f. BELLER.
7 ONG Looked For Large Cakes of Brown
1 Windsor, Glycerine and Honey Soaps, at on
" ten cents. To be had at c. +. BELLER'S.
CULPHITE of Lime.-This preparation viii ar
> rest fermentation in Cider, and preserve it,
sparkling properties. G. +. BELLER.
EOR Picking Purposes.-Whte and Black
I Mustard Seed. Celery do, Black and White
Pepper, White and Race Ginger Gloves, Alispice,
and Cinnamon at low rates, to be found at the
Drug Store of c. E. BELLER.
NOR Preserving Fruit.-A large supply of
1 Spears Solution; also, the Star Fruit JAR
said by those who have used them 10 be the best in
use. To be had at C. L. BELLER'S.
HOLLOWAY'S Arnica Plaster-for Pain or
! 1 Weakness in the side. Back or Limbs, also
for Bruises, Fractures, rheumatism, Sprains,
Gout, Lumbago, &c, they will be found to give
greatreef To be had at c. L. BELLEKS.
I UBRICATING Oil.-This Oil is said to be the
| best article in use for machine purposes. For
sale at low figures at c. L. BELLER'S.
ItHEWING and Smoking Tobacco. a large sup
I, ply-aso some brands Of Cigars, Powhatan
; 'I'' anu moot ''''''' ''' ''' {. E. BELLER
IIarpcr's Ferry, September ,, 1869.
CPORT.- Powder, Shot and Caps, for sale By
- Sept. ,. W. EBY.
CNUFF-Garrett Sons best quality-for sale
= by W. EBY.
"ANTED.-Perso knowing themselves in
w debted BY open account or note. 70 liquidste
at their earliest convenience possible, "a ! am
much in need Of funds to replenish nv stock.
Respectfully, W. EBY
1 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 Mix for sale by
W. EBY
bacon, for sale for cash only, by
ID W. EBI.
HERRING-No. ! Potomac Herring in Half
IL Barrels, in prime order, for sale BY
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14
WATERPROOF COMPOSITION.

He has constantly on hand a supply Of this valu-
able article. which has been used during the past
winter with entire satisfaction BY many of his
toners He would refer those who wish TO know
something of its value to the following gentlensn,
who have used it with effect, viz DIR. John ID.
Starry, W. J. Hawks, Capt John J. Lock, ". E.
by and George W. Eichelberger.
April 90, ls69-lv. J. C. KEMP.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14

DOCKET Corn Shelter, which will take all the
grains Off either of boiled or raw corn. A
good article for housekeepers, for sale by
Aug. 5. JAS. LAW. HO0FF.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14

GOLUBLE Pacific Guano,
= Bradley Goes Phosphate,
ZelPs Bone Super-Phosphate,
Patapsco Guano, and
Fine Ground Bones. for sale BY
Sept. .. MCCURD1 x DUKE.
GINCLAIR'S Propcllers, superior to any ma
= chine in the market for cutting Hay. Straw
and Fodder. Several other patterns of Hay and
Straw Cutters for sale by
McCURDY & DUKE.
GCULLY'S Improved Cider Mill-two szes-for
!, sale by McCURDN * DUKE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-10-14

I \ the Circuit Court Of Jefferson County,
l. September Term, 1869.
JOHN Il. HENKIE. ct ais, Plaintiffs,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-06-19

o. MELANCHOLY OCCURRENCE. "A
suicide. OF q melancholy character. says
the Spirit, occurred in lhe neighborhood
Of MidGleway, in this county, on SaIur-
day morning last. Miss Gruber, young
lady of about 90 years OF age, daughter Of
Mr.. Jacob Gruber, Jr, hung herself in the
parre, of her uncle, Mr.. Solomon Gruber,
with whom she lived. and by whose
mother she had beeu raised. After break
fast she wen, up stairs, as was inferred.
for the purpose OF cleaning up tina, portion
of The house, and as nothing wrong had
been observed in her previous conduct, no
suspicion originated from her absence.
Sometime ai'er-perhaps all hour-her
aunt had occasion TO 60 upstairs, and
missing her. opened The gsrre, door
when TO her dismay and horror, she dis
covered her loved nece swinging from
rsfler over the stairway. No cause Tor
this singular abandonment of life is known,
and the sad occurrence has thrown
gloomy shadow over hitherto happy
household, and plunged in deepest grief
a large circle Of relatives and attached
friends. After her discovery, physician
was sent for, but life was extinct before
she was taken down. An examin alton
showed that her neck was broken By the
swing over the stairway.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-06-19

o., The anti-riiual Conference. con-
sis,ing Of presby,ers and laymen of the
Proies,an, Episcopal Church. signers OF
the recen. protest and sympa'hisers. met
in Chicago on Wednesday. Hon. Felix
Brunei of Pii.sburg, was chosen presl.
dent. Among the vice presidents was
Rev. DR.. Andrews of this town. 10 his
address the president dlsclaimed any in
tenlion OF dividing the Church, bot they
were shocked at the tendency which per-
verts lis doctrines. He counselled calm
ness. DR.. Bowen spoke againss the word
"regeneraIe" as used in baptism. He was
in favor of striking it out. The question
shall The prayer book be revised was dis.
cussed, but not decided up to the hour of
adjournment There was another meet
ing on Friday.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-06-19
hlarriases.

On Tuesday morning last, in the In
ihersn Church OF this place, BY Rev. y.
H. Billie. Mr.. D. Shepherd Orndorf n
Miss Kate ". Kephnger. daughter cJ
Mr.. John keplinger, all OF this vicinity
On Tuesday morning LASTLY Rev. u,
Meade, Mr.. Isaac T. Miller, of CHAM
bersburg, Pa, to Miss LucrstiQe Wci.
rick, of Charlestown.
On the Sd inst, al the residence Of Ii,
brides mother, by the Rev. Mr.. Baker
Mr.. Daniel ]. Boyle 10 Miss Mary T..
NunnGmaker. all of Harper's Ferry.
On the Is, inst. BY Rev. J. l.. Clark.
Mr.. .4tchison Il. PowsN to Miss Panic,
INN Cooasr, oil Of Berkeley county.
On the 18Th inst, Sy the same, NJ.
Thomas .9ustin to Mrs. Barbara Smith.
al OF Berkeley county.
On Tuesday, by Rev. David Riddle
MIR. Christian s. Lant2 10 Miss SAID.
SaylsS. al Of Marlinsburg.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-06-19

A%aRoANoKE CoLLEGE.-The last Cat
alogue Of this popular and efficient lnstl-
tuition has been sent 10 this office. We
notice, with pleasure, the principal iea-
lures of the College. a corps Of ten able
and efficien, teachers are constantly EN-
ployed in giving instruction. The num-
Der Of Students IS 1855, representing ten
States. We geo the course Of study is
very full and thorough, with privileges
granted 10 those desiring it, to quslIly for
an English business education. The
charges are so moderate as TO come with
in the means Of aImos, any young man.
The whole expense for the year beng
S20s-includng everything except lrsv-
cling expenses and books. The disci-
pine and regulations are i'll such a spirit
as to offend the high toned feelings Of
none. The library has 5000 volumes
and choice mineral cabinet Of over TO-
900 specimens and still increasing. On
the whole we would recommend this Col
lese 10 all young persons seeking thor
ough education. Send for catalogue 10
DR.. D. F. Billie, Salem, Va.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-06-19
BALTIMORE MARKET.

WHE.4T.-OfIerings to-day were
quite nominal, and sales necessarily hmn.
cd; we repor, sales OF 600 bushs good
red a, 81. As. and 500 bushels prmo
Maryland at Sl,52-nO choice samples
offered.
CORN Receipts 1000 bushs white
and 243O bushs yellow; at the opening OF
Change a cargo Of 1857 bushels white
sold al 8 o.; subsequently, the market
ruled dull, sales Of $50 bushels in r,tiII
lots a, 95 cts to 81 for blue.eyed-oi
yellow 400 bushels 8 Id IN lots at % cts
and 500 bushels Western mixed at $3.50
cents.
oars Receipts small, $50 b"'Aoi'
sold at IS cents.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-06-19

PERsoNAL.-We are glad to learn the
Presby terrain Church has secured the ser.
vices of Prof. B. C. Unseld, as organist.
The church has made a good choice
Prof. Unseld is not only fine performer,
but he is q thorough musician, and fulfls
his duties with hearty ENTHUSIASM. We
understand he will again make Columbia
his residence. and resume bis iniIuclions
in music. We take pleasure 10 recom-
mending him as an earnest. conscientious
teacher Daily columbia, Pa Spy.
%, We are glad 10 see the above &C.
served compliment, paid our young friend
Prof. Unseld, and one of Shepherdsiowu's
good boys. lie is talented young fel-
low and an orgauis, Of considerable abili.
~. We shall slways be glad 10 learn Of
his success wherever he may css. his 10.
upon this wave OF trouble roll.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1869-06-19

g. DISTINGUISHED ARRivALs.-Ihe
Baltimore Sun Of Monday states that The
steamship Seagull, Capt. Duton. of The
Baltimore and Charleston line, arrived
Oh Saturday morning, having left Charles
ton on the afternoon Of the OH. The
Sesgull. amongst other passengers,
brought Commodore D. N. Ingrsham and
lady. Mrs. Whiting and son. Miss c. NJ.
Ingraham, Miss G. B. lngraham.
The Commodore and his family did
no. ,arry long in Baltimore. but came on
to this place and are now comfortably
domiciled a. the En,ler Hotel. We glad
" welcome to our midst all who may de-
sire 10 spend few months away from
the hustle and noise of the cities and the
oppressive weather Of warmer climate
and hope the Commodore and his family
may have pleasant sojouEn in our quiet
town.
Ii may not be uninterestng TO our
readers TO recall the following summary
of the life of this distinguished officer.
He entered the United States Navy, as
Midshipman, from South Carolina, in
1912, and was shortly afterwards promo
ted to a Lieuienancy. He served on
board the Lexington on her cruise In the
Mediterranean, in 1927. and was highly
esteemed as a gallant and efficient officer.
lie was subsequently promoted TO the
rank of Commander and was assigned TO
the command Of the ST. Louis, and while
in command Of this vessel he encounter
ed The famous difficulty with The Aus
TRANS in regard 10 the protection he ex'
tended TO a man named KosTA. The
bold and determined manner in which he
settled the matter won him the thanks oil
the government and the admiration Of the
American people. Alter his return from
this cruise he was appointed Chief OF the
Bureau Of Ordnance and photography at
Washington, which position he held sew
era years, but upon the breaking out Of
the late war be returned TO his native State,
South Carolina, and offered his services
10 his mother. He was first assigned
to duty a, Richmond in position similar
TO the one he held at Washington. bu, in
shor, time he was transferred TO Charles
ton to attend 10 the fitting out and equip
ping the vessels preparing for the defence
Of tina, harbor, and gained great credit
for the able manner in which he
discharged his duties. 1t was here. on
one dark night, tina, he, with two small
vessels. the Palmetto State and Chicora,
drove away the entire blockading squad
ron, destroying three vessels.