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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13

A DUEL BY REBELS NEAR BALTIMORE
An affair of honor occurred yesterday about7!
p. NJ near Cold Spring, on the York road,
between two young men, formerly officers in
the Confederate army, assisted by seconds
all the parties concerned being young un-
married men of Baltimore The meeting was
conducted according to thestrict requirements
of the "Code," and arose from dispute about
the behavior of certain Confederate troops du-
ring the war, one party asserting that the
troops in question behaved badly, and the
lie passed between them. The weapons US ed
were Derringer pistois-distance, ten PAGES
Two shots were exchanged, and on the second
fire both parties were grazed, but neither
shot, but the seconds interfered and prevented
it, and so the matter ended
Baltimore Sun July 1st.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13
Valley ITEMS.

From our Valley exchanges we cory the
following items -
-TempletOn's Operetta Troupe are play
ing to good houses in Winchester.
The dedication of the NJ. Z Church at
Wildwood, Clarke county; will take place on
the third Sunday in this month, having, been
postponed.
DIR. Triplett cut very large facial can
Ger from the face of Mr.. William COpenhaver,
of this county, on Saturday last. AT last ac-
counts the patient was doing well.
shenandoah Herald.
Mr.. Henry Crabill living near Mt. Cliff
ton, in the upper portion of Shenandoah coun-
ty, fell off load of hay few days since and
broke both his legs, and otherwise injured
himself.
- Major John Koontz. an old citizen of
Shenandoah county. IS years of age, died
suddenly Friday week. He had becom 9
overheated, and before he could reach his
house, was overcome by violent hemorrage
which caused his death.
- About l o'clock on Thursday night 1st
instant, on the McAdamized road two miles
below Staunton, Mr.. Jno. Heffner, formerly
of Augusta county, about 60 years of age, was
killed almost instantly. He was riding upon
a wagon loaded with barrels of whiskey-the
wagon was upset, and the unfortunate man
was crushed to death between the barrels and
the fence.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13

DR.. Schoeppe, who was recently con-
victed at Carlisle, Pennsylvania, of the muir
der by poison. of Miss Stinnecke. denies that
his recent communication to the Medical So
ciety of the District of Columbia, asking the
opinion Of that body upon the testimony in
the case, was sent with view to procure by
it communication Of his sentence. He states
that he will use it as evidence if he is per-
mittsd new trial but if denied, that he de-
sires no Communication of sentence. He also
says 1t is true that am convicted OF muir
der in the first degree, but until now no sem
tence has been passed upon ne. My counsel
have made efforts to get new trial granted,
and his Honor Judge Graham will render his
decision about this petition on the 18th of
next August. need not tell that am con-
victed for crime which never has been COM
mitted. My conviction was only caused by
an unhappy. and as it seems to me, not just
mixture Of considering the motives for
crime, and of definition as to the cause of
death. But would, under no circumstan-
ces, consent to communication Of the death
penalty into an Imprisonment for life. I think
man who has willfully killed another person
ought to be hung, and If there has not boon
committed a murder or the prosecution can
not make out clearly, certainly, beyond all
reasonable doubt, the cause of death, no per-
son ought to be kept responsible for such a
thing.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13
WHAT THE RADICALS SAY.
The Northern Press on the Virginia
Elections,

The New York Tribune, referring to the
returns Of the Virginia election, remarks:
eve heartily rejoice at the substantial con-
summation of the work Of reconstruction in
Virginia. The new constitution was on Tues
day adopted, without its DISTINGUISHING and
other clauses, by an overwhelming majority.
Our readers are not uuprepared to hear that
the Walker, or, as it prefers to style itself, the
Conservative Republican party, triumphed in
the election of the State ticket. The figures
claimed for their majority by the Walker men
are doubtless too large, but it seems clear
their triumph is decided"
The New York Times says:
eve are pleased to hear that the negroes
of Richmond who desired to vote the Walker
ticket were permitted to do so by their colored
fellow citizens. 1t would be bad sign for
the Southern freedmen if they were all to be
forced to vote one way, as was the case in the
late election at Washington"
At the close of lengthy editorial on the
election, in which shameless misrepresenta>
tions of the motives and conduct of the
Walker men are made, the Washington Oron-
icle says:
But all is not lost in Virginia. Congress
holds the key to the citadel. The rebel DEM
ocrats may boast that they have elected their
candidates. but there is an ultimate remedy.
Col Walker aud his friends, who declare they
are still Republicans, have assumed the re-
sponsibilty 1t is for them to show that they
do not intend to destroy the new constitution
after the manner of Georgia and Maryland.
i is for them to show that they do not ask
Virginia's readmission into the Union, only
to restore her to the men who have no higher
mission than to persecute every citizen, white
aud black, who supports the Republican par
ty. Coming to Congress, they will, with
professions of Republicans on their lips, we
hope they will take such q stand as will prove
that in the late election they were not willing
parties to plot to restore that State to its ez-
rebel masters.
The compact between Col. Walker and
and these desperate politicians should be
warning to every aspirant South who processes
any fidelity to the Republican party. We
have an organization as we have platform,
and only those who obey the one and stand
upon Tie ether can hope to be regarded as
Republicans Wherever a candidate seeks
for votes as "a Conservative" he cannot claim
to be a Republican, or look for recognition
from Republican Congress. The nOmina-
ton Of General \. J. Hamilton, of Texas, as
the Citizens" candidate for Governor, how
ever it please the rebel element, does not
strengthen that distinguished genteman's
title to the confidence of the great party of
which he has been for eight years 50 bright an
ornament We had Colonel Walker pro-
claimed Republican from tide water to the
mountains all through the canvass, and it ro-
mains for him to say whether he will be true
to his known convictions during and since the
war OR will help the rebels to overthrow the
new free constitution. and SO drive out the
loyal element Of the State
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13

- Ir. Toney, whose name has become ia
m'iiar to the public of late in consequence Of
his marriage with Miss Surratt, and the ac-
ton our Government thereupon felt com
PEELED to take was detailed to go to the North
with commission to take observations of the
solar eclipse in August. This shows at once
the cause of his discharge, and leaves Gen,
Rawlins not a loOphole of escape. He was
removed simply and solely because he mar
ricd Miss Surratt, 'the head aud front Of his
offending, had that extent no more"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13
A Radical Organ on Gen. Grant.

IF there is Radical Organ which, in re-
spect to Radicalism, has been without varia-
bleuess, such an organ is the veteran New
York Commercial. Well, the Commercial
gives its readers the following, under the head
of 1.-The Spoiled Child :"
'Some of the extreme party organs have
taken to scolding the Sun because of its bold,
blunt manner of talking to Gen. Grant. 1t
would be much better for General Grant and
the Republican party if some of cringing,
time serving, spoils-seeking, Office. expecting
champions of the President would follow the
example of the Sun, and tell him to his face
that he has done nothing but blunder since
he entered the White House. These terma-
giant organs know it, but lack the courage to
speak their mind, for fear of loosing the
chance Of being made postmaster or tide wal
ter. General Grant has been acting like
spoiled child, and gentle application of birch
would be likely to have a powerful effect
upon him. We advise the special friends of
the General, who are acting very much as
superannuated grandmas and granpaI as do
with pet grandchild, to. remember the an-
cient adage, Spare the rod spoil the child"
Let them act on this advice and the Repub-
liCan party will be more certain TO exhibit
vitality in the next election. We speak thus
plainly because we think the occasion demands
it-even at the risk of being assaied as n
Conservative, playing into the hands of the
Democracy 4 little wholesome truth-telliug
applied to President Grant, we repeat, will be
advantageous to him and the party.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13

RosADALIs.-Dr Laurence: My son was
terribly afflicted for long time with Epilepsy
or Fits. He usually had from five to twenty
a day. tried the best medical skill without
benefit. then commenced giving him you.
Rosudalis. After taking it few weeks, his
fits began to decrease in number until about
four months ago. when they stopped entirely.
His general health has also been completely
restored, and he is now bright and sprightly
boy. believe that, if he had not taken your
Rosadalis, by this time he would not have
known day fIom night. 1 have also used the
been used by my neighbors as a genaral health
restorer, with the greatest success. Truly
can say that it is a medicine of extraordinary
merit. l am, sir, your obedient servant,
JAMES DAVIS.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13
The Disfranchisement Question.
THREATENED DISRUPTION.

\ dispatch of n recent date from ST. Louis
to the Chicago Journal says that a war has
sprung up between the Missouri United States
Senators, Drake and Schurz. The latter,
commenting on BrownlOw's letter, asserted
that rebel Acknowledgement must cease
Drake wrote a letter to the people of the State
dGnouncine this position and asserting that
such eufranchiSemant could not come until
the negroes were secured in all their rights.
Schurz replied yesterday through his paper,
ridiculing Drake MS a would-be power. behind
the age, and without influence and the Dem.
ocrat cnpies the article to>day approvingly.-
The result will be schsm between the Rad
icas OF the State, who will sustain Drake,
and those of the city, who will sustain Schurs
and the Democrat.
From st. LouiJ Dcmocrat.l
Mr.. Drake is fighting against the civiliza-
ton of the age. All the laws of nature COM
bine to overpower him Business relations,
railroad enterprises, mining or manufacturing
or trade combinations, all melt away those an
tipathies which form his only foothold. Pas
sion is cooling. The fires of civil strife are
dying out, and he may grow red in the face
and short of wind, but he can never blow the
cmbers into blaze again. The strain and
excitement of the war are vanishing people
see Shelby raising thousands OF bushels OF
wheat, Breckenridge saluting the flag, and
Mosby coutessing that it was wrong that he
ever opposed reconstruction, and they see that
with the adoption of the fifteenth amendment
the vexed negro question will be finally set
tied. The policy Of disfranchisement must
go down, never to rise again. Unless the
Radical party proposes settlement this win
ter, the people will make one in the election
h. l.. 4
and says that white men in Missouri shall
never vote without the negros' consents he
the man to lead a party to success? Mr.
Drake initiates the Irishman who dashed him
self to the anchor in a storm at sea- He must
get loose or go to the bottom. But we do not
want to see him drag down the party with
him. And knowing its intelligence. and its
hearty sympathy and agreement in principle
with the great Republican party of the nation,
we have faith to believe that it will not hug
the anchor, whether Mr.. Drake does or not
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13

EDIToRs SHOT BY PoLIcEMAX.-A
dispatch from Terre Haute, Ind, dated July
g. says: This afternoon, C. w. Brown and
Major o. Y. Smith. editors and proprietors of
the Saturday evening Gd=ette were shot by
Erwin S. Erny, policeman. Major Smith
was returning from his dinner to the Office,
and, as he passed Third and Main streets,
Erny assaulted him with billy Stunned
and bewiIdered by the blows, Smith ran into
the middle of the street, krny following him
up aud dealing him several more blows before
he reached the opposite side of the street.
by this time Smith drew his pistol and at
tempted to shoot, but missed ire. Erny then
jumped behind lamp post, and drawing a
large navy revolver, fred upon Smith, who
fired at the same time. ErDy's shot took
effect in Smiths leg. He then started across
the street, and motioned to MIR Brown, who
had by that time reached the ground, and
again drew his revolver aud fired upon Mr.
Brown, the shot taking effect in his breast
wouDding him, it is thought, MORALLY.
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DIE d

res;Senc. of Mrs Maxwell, in this town. Of Apo
pIexy Mrs. ELLEN LEE KNAPP, age, about IS
years. widow of Rev. N. p Knapp. formerly Rector
Of Christ Church, Mobile, Ala.
On Sunday 9Th inst, at the residence of Benz. T.
Timbrrlake. near Middleway, Mr. WILLIAM RO-
GERS, of Aibemarle county, Va.--aged about 80
years.
On Friday the I'd inst. in this county. Miss NAN
CY VANSANT, aged 81 years.
AtBrucetown Frederick county. Va, Mrs LA e
RIA T. JOBE, wife of MIR John JOKE. and dAugh-
ter OF Mr.. Samuel Hyatt, aged about y years
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13

st. Louis has been visited BY an earth
quake, which has set things shaking for
some thirty miles around that city. If it
would only shake up Drake and Mcneil, and
the other cut throats and rufians in that Rad
ical cursed State, it would be rendering an
important service. An opening anywhere in
the neighborhood of such fends incarnate
would be blessing, if it would only shut
down upon them. However, it is something
to know that they can't live always.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13
JAY Cooke made about so. OOO OOO In

= Jay Cooke made about S20.000.000 in
manipulating the bonds. He argues that the
National Debt is National Blessing; spends
the summer in his magnificent villa on the
beach. rejoces in a thirty Thousand dollar
turn out. and is veritable example of how
an American citizen can enjoy the blessing"
Jay Cooke sustains the National Bank
swindle; is in favor of having the people pay
the last cent of the public debt in gold. if all
men. women and children are made slaves by
it. He is contributor to the Inperialst,
and warm. enthusiastic friend and supporter
of Grant and the Treasury.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13

BURKE's WEEKLY PoR BOYS AND GIRLS.
This paper is steadily progressing in public
favor. The June number-just received
completes the second volume. The third vol.
une begins in July, with new and thrilling
story. by the author of Jack Dobell. or a
Bows Adventures in Texas" to be called The
A6Cemtures If Big Foot Wallace. the Teras
Ranger. Now is the time to subscribe
Terms 50 year, or three copies for 81 So
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CoLFAx AND SUITE.-The latest style of
announcing the arrival and departure of Col
fax at any prominent point in his late travels,
is " I'ce President Collar and Suite" What
long tail our cat has got! When Tom JEFF
ferson travelled as Vice President, it was on
an old horse, with not even a negro behind
him. "Colfax and Suite !" Well, it is
merciful dspensation that there are times
when man can make up in tail what he lacks
in brains.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13

FATAL ACcIDENT.-On Wednesday the
30th ult.. Mr.. Mathew Simmons. and old and
respected merchant of Piedmont, Mineral
county. was killed almost instantly by the
cars backing over him at that point. His
death was much lamented in that community,
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13

IMPRovED.-We are gratifed to hear that
Judge Brockenbrough, of Lexington, has con-
slderaol y improved. The Judge was pros
trated by sun-stroke, the results of which
were for time alarming and seemingly fatal.
The news of his recovery will occasion gen.
eral relief and pleasure.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1869-07-13

- Captain Gelan, Of the New York police.
few days since found upon his desk what
appeared to be ball of clay. On attempting
10 open it, it exploded, lacerating his hand
and infiicting slight wound in his forehead.
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Co-Parene1.sh1p.

BALTIMORE, July 6, 1869.
The subscriber. IN retiring from the late firm of
Hough, Ridenour LangdOL takes Ihis method of
informing the public that he has recently associated
with him MessTs. Geo. w. Janney and John l.. Jur-
dan in a SEW FIRM, under the style Of RIDESOCR,
JANSEY & co to conduct the Produce and Gen
eral ComInission Businesa in the City OF Baltimore.
To his old friends and former patrons he begs to
return sincere thanks Tor their past ayOIs and very
liberal encouragement, with the assurance that
should they be pleased TO honor the firm with
continuation of their kindness and patronage, he
will endeavor, by Jealous and faithful attention
business to their interests and entire salts
faction. JOHN G. RIDESOCR,
Al South Howard ST., Baltimore, Md.
July 6, ls69-4t.
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VNHIRTy YEARS ExPERIrrcE IN THs TEEAr
l MENr o. CHRoStc ASD SEXUAL DIsEAsEs.-A
Physiological Of Ti1gs The ChGa peat book
ever published containing nearly 300 pages and
$50 tin" plates and CngTaviugs of the tony Of
the human organs ia ststc Of health and disease,
with treatise Early tie de t "a BILE CON
sequences upon the mind aud body. with the
tho = plan O Irtau snI-the only rational and
o"Esiul mod Of cure, shown by n report of
treated. 4 truthful ndvisor to the married and,
those c"ncmpia ting TaEe who entertain doubts.
OF their p y-ical condition Sent free of postage
any address receipt Of % ccnts. in stamps or.
postal curret CIV, by addressing DR. La CROIX, No.
81 Maiden Ilrne, Albany. y y. The author may.
his books treat. either personally by mail, and
mediCin sent to any part Of the world.
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WANTED Energetic canvaEscTs TO make from
w : 10 I" ) Is day selling Of the most
mnrkRble invcr.tions of the age, BLAKE's 81 PAT
EET CHAIR SPRISGs, that make easy rocking
chair out Of any chair Beware Of infrineers Send
for circulars 10 The Patcntcc. Manufacturer and
Proprietor, ANDREW ~. BLAZE,
Box $40, Canton Ohio.
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THE best Horse HaT forks complete with Pulleys
i and Ropes for sale by
June %. 1869. MCCURDY DUKE.
CRoCKERYwARE from sbepherdstown. Just
~ received by Ely
CALCIUM Oil constantly on hand and for sale by
" June 90. L. DISKLE
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A IA NJ


A NY wishing to pnrciiase a Second Size Nc
n ''ORMICK REAPER. in perfect condition,
which has just gone through the present harvest.
doing its work admirably. can have n bargain. and
will be allowed nine months credit nearly all of
the purchase money. Apply at -
July 49, IS69-tE THIS OFFICE.
TRUSSELL < LUCAS have Gentlemen g genuine
i Doeskin Gloves Tor sale at No -.
SOO GRAIN BAGS, at low figures. for sale by
cOO July -. JAS. LAW HODFF.
CNEISER'S Improved Thrcsher. Cleaner and Bag
" GER for sale by hcCuRDY & DUKE.
BAKERS celebrated Fan Mill, manufactured at
~ Winchester, for sale by
July ID. McCURDY & DUKE
CCULLY'S Cider Mill-thirty of them sold in JET
- fersnn county in lS6T-for saic by
July 10. MCCURDY & DUKE.
on POUNDS Rcd Top and White Fiat 'Turnip
~ seed, for sale by MeCpRDY s. DUKE.
HARRIS Patent Horse Hay Fnrk--bcst in mar
ket-for sale by MCCCRDY DUKE.
LAY and Straw Cutters, Wallace Plows, Churus
of all kinds, for sale bv
July 10 McCURDY * DUKE.
PRESERVING Kettles. Rrfrircrators Wafer
Cooicrs and Rain Water Fitrra. for sale nv
July ID. MCCURDY DUKE.
EXCELSIOR Cock Stovc-fur wood or coal. five
II sizes for safe by McCURDY DUKE.
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SCELF-HELP FOR THE ERRTNG. Words of
- Cheer for Young Men. VIII" have fallen victims
to Social Evils, desire better Manhood. Sent in
sealed letter envelopes. tree of charge Address
HOWARD ASSOCIATION. Box r, Philad c Iphia, Pa
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c. Orders for all kinds o ha ndise Salt Fish
Plaster, Guano, and the variOua Fertilizers and
Farming Implements, promptly filed.
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FOB SAID
TURNPIKE NOTICE.

by an Act of Incorporation, passed March 3D.,
- 1869. To construct Turnpike, 10 be known as
the Rablctown ami BlOOmery Turnpike. the Books
of Subscription will be opened at the following
places on the 10th day of July n"It:-
At Kabletown, under the direction OF Logan os-
bourn and Henry CastIeman.
At BlOomerY Mills, under the direction OF George
w. Eichelberger, George II Turner and Roger
p. Chew.
At CharIestown, under the direction Of John j.
Lock and Geo w. 7. KParsley. g.
LOGAN osBoURN,
June 90, lS60-tf. Chm'n of Incorporation.
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CHARLFsTOWN FEMALE SEMINARY.
500 Rewora!

SIOo HS"aTd!
HAVING, from time to time. fTered loss bv the
killing and stealing of my Sheep. and having
reason to believe that these depredarinrs were com
mttel bv partv with n hog. I hereby offer re-
ward of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for the de-
lection md of the thief with such evidence
will convict him of the offence.
July ID, IS69-3t. JOHN SELDEN.
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FAR NJ RS

FARM ERS!
INSURE your Wheat in Stack as well az your
Houses and Barns and encourage the Valley In
surance Cnmpa of Jefferson county, w. Va. that
has Just started under the most favorable auspices.
F.. NJ. Aisqnith. the Local a gent, will call you
in person the subject, and being old expe--
renced man in the business, will arrange your pa
pers CORRECTLY.
July 10. IS69-4t.
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Pres't. Frederick Co. Bank; SauII B. Preston,
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