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Harper's Ferry, Jan. 2s, 1869.
NOTICE.

4 IL persons owing accounts stmy Store, srs
~ most earnestly requested 30 come forward at
once and pay them promptly as am compelled 10
have money to keep up my business. From this
time forward, all persons having accounts at nv
store will be expected 70 settle them promptly on
the lst day OF every month, unless an understand
ing 20 the contrary exists.
Jan. 7, 1869. DAVID HOWELL.
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ITO ALL WHOM IT NAY CONCERN.

Believing the CASH SYSTEM greatly 70 the sd-
vantage Of ali concerned, and not having changed
our terms, and considering the prompt payment
Of all balances at the end OF each month lis equiv
aleut we must therefore, respectfully decline sell
LEG 10 persons who cannot comply with our terms.
Ian. Is. 1863 KEARSLEY d SHEERER.
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Religious Notice.

Rev W. S. Penick viii preach ID. "
IN the Brick School room, near the Baptist
Church, at II o'clock next Sabbath morning,
and % Smilhfeld "a night
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NOTICE.

rTNHOSE indebted TO me are very respectfully
but urgently requested 10 tettle the amounts
due me, without further DELAY. Longer indu-
gence ought not be expected and cannot h given.
Jan. 7, 1869. JOHN s. YESTERDAY.
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OF HATS,

10 which he will call the attention Of gentlemen In
need Of this important article of dress and II they
will give him a call he knows they will be pleased.
Na-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 BIDESin Trade, OF
the Cash If necessary.
April rs. Is6T-E. SAM'L II. WOODY.
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Second Arrival Of New Goods.

TTNHE undersigned has inst received another sup
PLY Of new and beautiful GOODS in his line,
suited to the tastes Of all The rapid sales increas-
ing demand, and exceedingly low prices in goods,
have rendered it necessary TO get another supply
of goods this winter. Come quick and examine,
and select while you have the choice. at
L. DTNKLE'S
January 81, 1869. Jewelry Store.
A BEAUTIFUL assortment of Silver Spectaces
n Just received and for sale by
January 81, 1869. L. DINKLE.
E oT at assortment Of Silver T DisFfE !s'g
DLAIN Gold and Fancy Rings, at exceedingly
low prices. for sale BY L. DINKLE.
GOLD Chains and Gold Bracelets beautiful
VI artice-in store at L. DINKLE'S.
A GREAT many things beautiful and useful. for
n sale by L. D1NKLE.
A y elegant PIAYo-new-may be had very
n low at L. DINKLE'S.
A LARGE stock of Hair, Tooth and Nail
"A Brushes; fine and Dressing Combs, at low
figures. Persons wishing 10 purchase these goods
are requested 70 call and examine full stock at
AISQUfTH WASHINGTON.
Feb. II, 1869.
TRENCH, English and American Toilet Soaps,
in endless variety, Lubin's and Bondrsys
French Extracts for the Handkerchief, toilet, and
nursery foNQerS me dssOItUtnt VI OeIman
and American Colognes. Pomades and Hair Oils.
AISQUITH WASHINGTON,
Feb. II, 1862,
DUFF Boxes, English Cold Cream Camphor Ice,
full stock of Pocket Books for ladies and
gentlemen at
AISQUITH d wAsHINGT0Y's.
VALENTINES, Comic aud Sentimental, sisrgs
variety at
AISQUITH WAsHINGTON'S.
WE offer Stonebraker's valuable Medicines at
w greatly reduced figures on former prices
having purchased large lot at a bargain.
AISQpITH q WASHINGTON.
BAKERS Chopping Axes, Trace, Breast and
ID Halter Chains, Hsmss and OK Bows, for salehy
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POSITIVE NOTICE.

"AVING made of our Accounts to January
LIST, 1869, we earnestly request all parties in
debted to us, BY Note or Account. TO come forward
and settle the same at once. When we say settle,
we mean pay up. Our circumstances are such that
longer indulgence cannot and will not be given
We therefore earnestly hope this notice win be suf
fcient for all parties Interested. From this day
forward we shall consider our accounts due at the
end of each month. when payment will be expect
ed. unless by special contract
January q, 1869. WERLICH 4 WELLER.
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Resignation

resignation.
On Saturday last Joseph A. Chapline re-
-sa-- tf sea, re- senator from this 1i.tr'-.
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CtL0AKS, CLoAKs, Cloaks-a new supply Of La
\ } dies Cloaks. Just received, from $500. up
A large assortment Of Ladies and Gents Gloves,
snch az Fur-top Kids, Fur-top Berlin Plush, Cloth
Merino, Buckskin and sheepSkin-also Cent?
Linen and PAPER Crfy J. GOLDSMITH
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The Old Family Journal.

Book Notices.
RA4ox D'AMoUR. Poems, by Mrs SaIhe
J. Hancock. J. 7. LPpincott y TO-
Philadelphia, 1869.
While Mrs. Hancock makes no attempt at
what is termed fine writing, her poems are
clothed In the richest imagery. Facts and
fancy are blended by her fcile pen with such
ev7ri,i,e grace and taste, that you are taken
c,9tive and borne through the gorgeous fields
OF romance and imagination. We judge that
this HtHc volume reflects i'm no inconsijcrable
decree the heart-trials and triumphs Of the
fir author Her heart breathes ont its alice
u5us in touching and beautiful language. Her
friends acquainted with her history cannot i"i'
60 see therein reflected pictures Of the sad ex-
perieaces of Der siuless and beautiful life.
Hel poems viii touch a responsive chord IN
the breast Of every true-hearted woman that
reads uem. Our ladies can really and truly
appreciate true poetry, forour own gifted hands
lav, hmil:arizcd them with its choicest pro-
auctions
Ts. rllgvinr is perfect little gem:
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ry,UIS Institution was opened on the 9th Of Sep
TENDER. ls6 E. The Principals having been
engaged for wears in some Of the best institutions
of learning in the country. feel prepared 10 carry
pupils through a systematic course, comprising
the advanced as well as the elementary branches
of a thorough education.
Ii will be the constant aim Of the Principals 10
surround their Boarders with an agreeable aho
salutary home influence. To secure this, order
and strict attention to neaness in all their do
nestle arrangements are deemed absolutely essen
tal.
The scholastic year Of ~ weeks will be divided
into two Sessions-commencipg September 9th,
and February eth.
TERMS:
Primary Department per Session, $40 90
intermediate, 20 w
Junior Academic, 50 w
Academic % oV
SELECT BRANCHES:
Latin per Session.. 10 %
French, 10 w
Music 50 W
Use OF instruments, w
Vocal Music without charge.
Stationery, including Copy Books, INKS Pens',
Sate-P enciis, %
Fuel, "
Board. including Washing, Lights and
Fuel per Session, lou w
Board and Tuition payable per Session in adj
vance. Charges made from the time OF entrance
10 the close of Session. Deductions for absence
only in cases of protracted illness. Patrons are
requested TO enter their children on or before the
first day of the Session.
February IL, lsG9
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nRIED FRUIT.-Dried Apples and Peaches
J prime article--just received by
Jan. 2s, 1862 KEARSLEY d SHEERER.
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bakers Cocoa and Chocolate-Msearoni and
ID Cheese-Caned Fruit, such as Peaches, Corn
and Tomatoes. Cod Fish, Mackerel, and Herring,
for sale by KEARSLEY d SHEERER.
February Is, 1869.
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". WI. 8.
SAMUEL H. WOODY,
AT HIS SHOP

SAMUEL n. WOODY,
AT HIS SHOP
on HlIy ST.. near The CARTER H0CSg.
Has on hsnd a ss2ck to which the people Of thii
community are Invited, and be eels sausnee
that those who examine it VIII be constrainro "
purchase He does not profrss to be able 70 ,eh o.
manufacture at lower prices than FnF one eise "a
the community; but tits he docs plc~ge. thHt ~
will give sati;faction TO sll who favor him with
their patronage If experience and strict attentnn
TO business are calculated to commend be feels ss-
sured that be has these two requisites Tor IN
business Intending to work none but the mosf
PERFECT MATERIAL,
AND 10 EMPLOY NONE bGr
Competent WOl'kmen.
thoroughly skilled n their business be can pronise
Boots and shoes,
for Gentlemen, Ladies. Misses and Children, In .
strle that cannot be surpassed He also obligates
himself % make all repairs made necessary by the
ripping of work sold or made at his establishment
His RElDYMADE YORK, which will DO
sold n 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 be !.
able 10 give guarantee that nothing viii be sold
from his shop, that il not strictly what he recon-
mends IL to be. lie has no desire to deceive, but
wishes to make living By a straight forward, hoR-
est manner of dealing.
He will keen constantly on hand large and
general stock of the very best quality of SOLE snd
UPPER LEATHER. Calf and Morocco Skins, Il
nings and other Findings which he will sell at the
lowest prices for cash. He respectfully asks cau
from the public.
Ef-He also intends to keep on hand q large and
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EMATL Blsnce de Paris-the original French
Il, White Enamel so popular with the ladies in
Europe is the most delightful preparation ever dis
covered for instantly whitening and beauhfying the
skin Its effect on the skin Is delightful, Instantly
making it SOFT smooth and transparent. containing
nothing the least injurious TO the most delicate
complexion. for sale BY Z. T.. BELLth.
Harper's Ferry. Sent. 5. 1865.
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MILLER & SMITH.
CLOTHING for the Million.
PROLAPSJS UIERL,
FALLING OF THE WOMB,

oRFALLING OF THE WOMB,
vented and patented by REV. J6SEPH FUNK
H0USER, Of Rockingham county, Va.
This Supporter will give Immediate Relief
This Supporter wN Effect Permanent Cure.
have tried this invention upon number Of fe-
males suffering from falling of the womb, and it has
Giuea Relief IA erery instance pithom SINGLE
FAILURE.
It's uniform success in every application has
satisfied the inventor and all who have tried IT,
that this Supporter is a most valuable relief and
remey.
I ONLY ASK THE SUFFERING TO GIVE IT
ONE TRIAL.
Nsn-I have still further improved my Patent
Supporter for the prevention Of PrOlapsus Uteri,
or Falling Of the Womb. II is now, believe,
complete and is suited TO ladies in every condition
who have a tendency to Falling Of the Womb
The Supporter, az il was originally patented. is
exactly suited to ladies in pregnancy. and cannot
be improved, but for females not in that condition.
the Improvement just made is all that was necessary
to make this invention one OF the greatest pain pre-
venters ever made known 10 afflicted females The
improved Supporter can be had for s. and
wards according IN material used in construction,
some ladies preferring the finest and most costly
material.
va Those who have used this Supporter know
its value; and would not relnqush its use for any
consideration. The ease and comfort it gives are
astonishing.
Va. Directions for use accompanying each Sup
porter. Responsible Agents wanted in every town.
city and county in the United States for the sale Of
my Supporter, or remedy for falling Of the womb.
Address me at Harrisonburg. Va.
Jan. IS, ls'-6m. JOSEPH FUNKH0USER.
w The Virginia Free Press will please copy
the above for months and forward account.
Rockingham Renter
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Boarding and Day Schooi
FOR YOUNG LADIES,
Z No. &c Gay Street.
GEORGETOwS, d. C.

Mrs. N. E. BIDB & MISS s. A. LIPscOxB,
PRINCIPALS.
Mas. NJ. NEWTON, Vocal and Instrumental Music.
Mas. LEoxr1sK WILSON, (MADAxs BLAscusr,l
French.
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DOCKET Diaries. and Bagerstovn Almsnacs
for 1869, for sale by G. +. BELLER.
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FRESH ARRIVAL

JTPHAM's Fresh Meat Cure just received sbd
Dec. ~. ArsQUITH & WASHINGTON.
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This Elixir is for sale by
Charlestown, Mar. {, 1869.
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BAKERS Chopping Axes, Trace, Breast and
ID Halter Chains, Hsmes and OK Bows for By
January g, 1859. McCCRpY 4 DCKr.
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By The Wss Of simple and cay Supporter, just IN
rented aud patented BY REV JOSEPH FUNK
H0USER, Of Rockingham county, Va.
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FRESH AISRIYAL.
TIVE cold Family Grocery" Of ". EBY Is now
l filed with every article usually found In bis
establishment He invites az examination OF t.s
supplies.
Nov. S, 1863,
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1869-01-08
THE MYSTERY OF EDITING.


The world at large does not understand
the mysteries Of a newspaper and as in a
watch the hands, that are seen are but the
passive instruments Of the springs, which
are never seen, so in a newspaper the most
worthy causes Of its prosperity are often
b,-rftutt N11Tcrl rlrv paper dvihes- rrvltf- the
enterprise, the vigilance, and the watchful
fidelity Of the publisher? Who pauses to
think how much of the pleasure of reading
IS derived from the skill and care Of the
printer? We feel the bIemishes of printing
if they exist, but seldom observe the ex-
cellences.
We eat a hearty dinner, but do not think
ofthe farmer that raises the material thereof,
or the cook that prepares them with Infinite
pains and skin. But cook Of vegetables,
meat, pastry, and infinite bon-bons has a
paradisaieal Office in comparison with an ed
itor. Before him pass all the exchange
newspapers. He Is to know all their con-
tents to mark for other eyes the matter that
requires attention. His scissors are to be
alert, and clip with incessant industry all
the little items that together form SO large
an interest in the news department. lie
passes In review, each week every, State in
the Union, through the newspaper lens.
He looks acros the ocean and sees strange
lands, aud, following the sun, be searches
all around the world for material. 1t viii
require but one second for the reader to
take in what two hours search produced.
By him are read the manuscripts that swarm
the Office like flies in July. 1t is his frown
that dooms them. 1t is his hand that con
deuses a whole page into line. 1t IS his
discreet sternness that restricts sentimental
obituaries; and gives poets a twig on which
to sit and sing their first lays.
And the power behind the throne II
newspapers, as in higher places, is some
times as important as the throne itself Cor
respondents, occasional or regular, stand in
awe at the silent power which has the last
glance at an article, and may send it forth
/ 10 glory or humility. And, in short, as the
health of the body depends upon gooc
digestion, so the health of newspaper de-
penis upon that vigorous digestion which
goes on by means of the editor.
4 Ought they not to be honored Anc
since little fame attends them, they should
a, least have their creature comforts multi
pEed.-[H H. w. Beecker.
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A NorABLE pINNER PARrY.


Blacktcoods Magazias gives an account
of dinner party forty years ago, which was
remarkable for the accidental conjunction of
three men who in after years rose to high
places in the English government. Of the
fourth guest, we can only conjecture that be
is the writer of the article, and that pro-
priety keeps him silent concerning his own
achievements;
When Mr. Disraeli launched his first
tale, and found it to be great success,
Lord Lytton, then Mr.. Edward Lytton
Bulwer, had achieved the proud place as a
novelist which he has ever since retained.
The aspirant for literary distinction had
long admired at distance the renowu Of
his senior; and, encouraged by the reception
which his own maiden effort had been re-
cei7ed, he did what young authors under
similar circumstances are apt to do-he sent
@ Mr.. BulweI a copy Of FiUiaa Greg, wri-
ting, at the same time, an spologetic note,
and giving reason for the liberty he had
taken The letter, with its accompanying
gift, were at once acknowledged, and Mr.
Disraeli was requested to name day for
dining with their recipient IL happened
that Mr. Disraeli had arranged for quitting
England on the day but one after receiving
this invitation. He wrote to say so, and
the morrow was fixed for the SYMPOSIUM.
-Four gentlemen sat down at Mr. Bulwer's
table on that occasion-one being, Of course
the host; another, Mr.. Disraei; the third,
man shy but evidently inteligent-for,
though be said comparatively little, his re-
marks, as often as he haEarded them, we're
keenly 10 the purpose; the fourth, a private
friend Of the host, need not be specified
1t was an evening not to be forgotten,
because then, as now, both Lord Lytton and
Mr. Disraeli shone in conversation. The
party broke up about midnight, and the host
and his friend were left alone together. AE
ter discussing Disraeli, the question was put;
Who IS your silent guest 2 He is one Of
the ablest men | know, was the reply. He
was my contemporary at college He is now
a barrister, and mark my words, he viii at
tain the highest honors Of his profession.
His name is Cockhuru The climax to this
little bit of domestic history or gossip is
very remarkable. The two brilliant novel
lists and the lawyer, who dined TO-
| gether some forty or more years ago, com
paratiYely obscure men, have all risen to po-
sitions Of eminence in the state. Mr.. Cock
burn is Lord Chief Justice of England, Mr..
Bulwer, after serving as Secretary of State
for the Colonies, has become peer Of the
realm, and Mr. DisraeH, on more than one
precious occasion Chancellor of the Exehe
quer ard leader ofthe House Of Commons,
Is now First Lord of the Treasury.
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cAmEos FROM ENGLISH HISTORY.


This very interestitg book has been pre-
pared by its gifted author for the use of
children, in the intermediate age, too old 90
take an interest 10 the historic stories writ
ten for children, and too young to derive
benefit from the ponderous historic works
written for mature minds 1t has been her
design to take either individual characters
or events bearing on English history, aud
work them out as fully as materials permit,
so that each, taken by itself might form an
individual cameo, or gem in full relief, and
thus become impressed upon the mind
The sketches begin in the mingled realms of
tradition and history; but the authentic is
sufficiently distinguished from the doubtful,
and the author has been quite successful in
her endeayor to put together series of
pictures of persons and events, so as to
arrest the attention, and give some IN
diyiduality and distinctness to the recollec-
tion, by gathering together details at the
most memorable moments A few pas
sagas win be read with interest, and viii
give a correct impression Of the character Of
the volume:
w hen William of Normandy, afterward
called the Conquerer, was about twenty, a
dangerous conspiracy was formed against
him by his cousin, Guy Of Burgundy, aud a
number of his chief vassals, who intended
to seize him at his hunting lodge at Valo
CUES, put him to death, and raise Guy to
the dukedom.
The couspirators met at Bayeux, the
day before their intended treachery, and,
whilst dining there, called in to amuse them
a half witted man, named GilIos, and the
plot was, inadvertently, mentioned in his
presence. The Duke when passing through
the town, had shown the poor man some
kindness, and no sooner did he understand
the intended treachery, than he left the hall
and set off for Yalogues, where he arrived
just before midnight, and, finding all gone
TO rest began to batter the door with a stick
shouting for the Duke. At FIRST, William
could not believe the story, but Gillor seem
ed so much in earnest, that he deemed it
advisable to go aud see what had given rise
to the report, and, mufiing himself in q
cloak, ran downstairs, himself Addled his
horse, and rode toward Bayeux Before he
had gone far, he heard the trampling Of
horses and clanking of weapons, and, con.
cealing himself among she trees, saw that
( the roOr fools information was perfaetlv
correct, for the whole band of traitors passed
I by exactly as they had been described.
Upon this, he changed his course, and
turned toward the coast in the direction Of
Falaise, his irth-p!ace, and the town most
1 devoted to his interests William
safely arrived at Fa'aise, and, in memory Of
his escape, Is said 70 have caused his path
to be haeed out by a raised bank Of earth,
part Of whish is still in existence.
Thomas % Beckett, at the age Of thirty
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eight years, was appointed Lord Chancellor
hg lhe young king Henry H., to whom be
was DOT only an able and safe adviser, but
a geaial companion; and often, when bust
nas wss done, they used to play together
Ike tao schoolfellows
IL must have been a curious scene in the
hall 81 Chancellor Beckett, when, at the
dais meal, earIs and barons sat round his
/ tabs and knigits and mobiles crowded SO
thi.sly at the others that the benches were
not Sufficient, and the floor was daily strewn
viii hay Or straw in winter, or in summer
With green boughs, that those who sat on il
might not soil their robes, Gold and silver
dishes, aud eohlets aud the richest wines,
sefe provided, and thechoicest, most costly
Ylands were purchased at any price by his
serYants for these entertainments: they once
ayea hundred shiilings for dish of eels.
Bul the Chancellor seldom touched these
delieacies. living on the plainest fare, as be
at 10 bis place as the host, answering the
sledges Of his guests, amusing them with
yerse, and providing minstrelsy and
sports Of ali kinds for their recreation. Often
the King would ride into the ball, ia the
midst Of the gay crowd seated on the floor,
throw himself off his boise, leap over the
table, and join in the mirth
These rich feasts afforded aferward
plentiful aims for the poor, who were never
forgotten in the height Of Becket's magnif-
cence, and the widow and the oppressed
never failed to find protector in the Chan
cellor
His house wasfuIl Of young squires and
pages, the sons Of the nobility. who placed
them there as the best school ofknighthood;
and among them was the King own son,
Henry, who had been made bis pupil
The King seems to have been apt to
laugh at Beckett for his strict life and over
flowing charity One very cold day, as they
were riding, they met an old man in thin
ragged coat,
."Poor old man. T said Henry, would it
not be a charity to give him a good warm
cloak 2
Ii would indeed, said Beckett, you had
better keep the matter in mind
mo, no, it is you that shall have the
credit Of this great act Of charity, said
Henry, laughing Ha old man, should
you not ike this nice warm cloak ? and
with those words he began TO pull at the
scarlet and gray mantle which the Chancel-
lor wore. Beckett struggled for it, and in
thisrough sport they were both nearly pull
ed OF their horses, till the clasp gave way,
and the King triumphantly tossed his prize
to the astonished Old man.