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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01
Berkeley Court.

The Spring Term Of Circuit Court for Bcrke-
ley opened on Tuesday week, Judge JOSEPH
y. CnArLINE-tbe newly appointed Judge
presiding His charge to the Grand jury, al
extract from which we cheerfully append
commeuds itself to the people, and will be pc.
rused with zeal satisfaction
1t is gratifying to see Judge Chopline VIII,
has been so Jealous a partjzlu, give promise ii
this, his fir, official act, Of strict adherence
to principle and justice:
The terms If the oath which You have
scycrally taken Oh racteriza the manner anC
the spirit in which your duties must be dis
charged.
A. Grand Jurors, the oath imposed on yo,
require that You shall dive>t yourselves Of al
memory Of personal feuds and prciudces.
As Grand Jurors, You can have no personal
preferences 10 crafty or indulge, and no pas
siuus or preiudiccs to suhscrve but in youl
deliberations all these must be consigned Z
oblivion, aud your controlling desire aud de-
termination must be to fulfill alike the oUliga-
tons which the law and your oathS impose
In a word, YOU, as the Grand Inquest Of youl
county, know no man in the discharge Of your
official duties.
All persons are alike entitled to the protec-
ton which law affords to life, liberty, and pro-
pcrty; aud all alike are amenaOle for its in
fraction.
We have no privileged class among us who
can look To YOU 10 foster and indulge their pas
sions. and we have no oUTLAWED CLASS OVER
WHOM THELAw REFUSES TO CAST ITS PROTECT
ING MANTLE.
You. and each Of you, have well earned the
title Of inst and apprcciative men when you
adhere strictly and iuAcxihly TO these controll-
ing rules, unswayed by passion or prejudice
and 20 the emphatic terms Of your oathS &c
present no person through ill-will, personal OF
otherwise nor have any uuprcseuted through
fear or favor. and in all your preseutments pre-
sent the truth. the whole truth, and nothing
but the truth" Never permit your body to
be made the medium for the indulgence OF
personal or political antipathv, or the gratiti-
cation Of private malice on the part Of those
who too often seek 20 make your body the IN
strumeut by which personal feuds are TO be
avenged and private malice subServcd. Turn
a deaf ear to all such unhallowed and insdious
efforts from whatever source they emanate.-
Your body has been empaueled and constitu-
ted for higher and uobler purposes, and look
to you with renewing confidence TO accomplish
the purposes for which alone You are now con-
vened. BY the uufnching observance Of these
rules for your guidance. YOU will entitle your
selves TO the commendation Of all persons whose
praise is worth the earning"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01
Notice.

TINHE undersigned having removed to Charles
town, wishes TO inform the citizens of Jettcr-
son and Clarke counties that he will have on hand
for Spring planting large and full assortment
of FRUIT SHADE and ORNAMENTAL TREES
in large variety Grape Vines of all sizes and
Of quality unsurpassed. Small Fruits Straw
berry Plants, Raspberry and Currant Plants, and
everything else necessary for the Orchard and
Fruit Garden, Also. Kitchen Garden Plants in
season, such as Cabbage Tomato, Egg and Pep
per Plants. ] will also have a large variety OF
Roses and Bedding Plants generally.
Gardens on Mildred street, nesr Episcopal
Church. WV. HOPhlNS.
March IL, ls69-3m.
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Plain and Ornamental
PLASTERING.

"AYING had the advantage Of nearly two
years experience in my business in the city
OF Baltimore take this method of bringing before
the citizens o this and the adjoining counties the
fact of my location in
CHARLESTOWN, JEFF. CO., w. VA,
with view to the prosecution Of and strict adj
herence TO my business.
Mycharges will be in accotdarce with The class Of
work done the various classes o. Plain W ork ruh,
ming as follows One. two or three Coat or haFo
finish. ORNAMENTS, if desired, gotten ou'
with view TO neatness, and as cheap a. ele! eHu
be had in the city. CORNlCES, either i'entai,
Coved or Enriched run at a moderate rate.
CLS7ERNS CEHENPED AND GUARAN-
TEED TO HOLD.
hope that BY strict application to my busi,
mes. aud faithful performance OF all contracts j
NAV merit a share Of the public patronage:
March Is. 1909 C. F. GALLAHER.
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Dramatic.

The S,ouswau Dramatic Society Of this
town. viii give performances, on Friday and
Saturday eyeninssof ;hiswcek, at the new Han
ofNlsi Jas. Law. HooR unprecedented to
he added 90 the Confederate Monument fund.
8l5ro than the simple announcement; Of 40 en-
tertaiumeut for the object named would lie
suporduous. The character O. the performers,
and the bin presented give promise OF very
5.r.b.fal evening e, those who may attend.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01

On Saturday. April l0,h, Berkeley County
Farm uesr Nill,ewsy, by Thos. a. Brown
Trustee.
Personal Proper;yin Chlglestowu, on SatuT-
dav next. April Sid. 10y Walton & Craishi.L
Stock and Farming Implements, near Gap
View. on Thursday, April S;h. by Geo. W
Bowers.
Stock and Farming Implements, near Lee
town. 90 Saturday. April 10Th, by d. S. Noble
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The Old Family Journal.
Book Notices

BOOK Noucee.
The Nav ECLEcTIc comes to Us, this month";
enlarged aud improved by a coalition with
"Tbe Land We Love, and heuCeforth the two
MAGAZINES united viii lie carried on by the
combined efforts of their able editors, Both
are improved by this new arrangement, aud
present table Of contents worthy tbeattentio0
Of the most learned and fastilious. Published
in Baltimore. 40 Lexington St. TurabuI s
Murdoch and Gen. D. Il. Hill, Editors.
We received from the Times Office, VIM
chester, a pamphlet of forty-6ve pages, PuT-
sorting to DO The Adventures during thC
late war, Of Capt. Thomas Newton, the famed
scou, and Pirouter, containing many thrilling
Incidents, narrow escapes, and slight sprinkle
O! love and romance" Price so cts.
Itisa work Of no literary merit, is gotten up
with no view % the cji6catou or entertain
meus Of tie reader and reflects no credit upon
tbe narrator For sale at w. S. Nasou's.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01
NOTICE.

7 ETTERS of administration, with the will an
! 1 ncxed. have been granted to the undersigned
on the Estate of James G.. Hurst, deceased. Per
sons indebted TO the estate will please make pay
ment as early possible. and those having claims
against it will file them, properly authenticated
with the Attorney OF the undersigned, W. II. Ira
vers, at Charlestown. Jefferson County, w. Va.
CATHARINE A. HURST,
Administrative c. t. a. OF James G. Hurst.
March Is lS69-3t
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POSITIVE NOTICE.

HAVING made off our Accounts 10 January
lst, 1869, we earnestly request all parties in
debted to us, by Note or Account TO come forward
we mean payup. Our circumstances are such that
longer indulgence cannot and will not be given
We therefore earnestly hope this notice will BE- sut-
iicient for all parties interested. From this day
forward We shall consider our accounts due at the
end of each month, when payment viii be expect
cd unless by special contract.
January q, 1869. WEIRICK d WELLER.
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Notice in Bankruptcy.

nISTRICT of West Virginia, IS At Martins
| burg, w. Va, March 6, 1869:
The undersigned hereby gives notice Of hi: APP
pontment as assignee of John J. Stevens Of Har-
per's Ferry in tho county of jefferson, and State
of West Virginia, within said District, who has
been adjudgcd Bankrupt upon his own petition
By the District Court OF said District
EDMUND SHAW, Assignee.
March Is IS6Q-3t.
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NOTICE.

4 IL persons owing accounts at my Store. are
~ most earnestly requested 70 come forward a;
once and pay them promptly, as am compelled TO
have money to keep up my business. From this
time forward, all persons having accounts at my
store will be expected to settle them promptly on
the lst dav of every month, unless an understand
ing to the contrary exists. .
Jan. :, 1869. DAVID HOW Eli.
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l4gTN.-0SIANA.-Nrs Darlington SAYS
that Isc having become cuamelgj ola siren Of
Boston. las ie5 Der 90 the mental altar He
didn't appear the least bi, decampo,cd On
the back % lis wedding cards were LITTLE cUbcJs
wi.h wings
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01

WANTED. Persons knowing themselves in
w debted to Inc by Account or note are re-
questcd to make early payment. Terms, hereafter
CASH on delivery except to prompt monthly Gus
toners, from this date, January !, 1859.
good stock Of Goods constantly on hand al
lowest Cash prices. Respectfully,
Ian. :. 1869. W. EBY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01
NOTICE.

TNUOSE indebted TO me are very respectfully
but urgently requested to settle the amounts
due me, without further DELAY. Longer indul-
gence ought not be expected and cannot be given.
Jan. = 1869. JOHN 8. YESTERDAY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01
sheen Killing.

Last week we called attention to The killing
Of Sheep ly dogs We learn chat some two
legged dogs have lccn at work 10 The togSs Of
Mrs. Mary Moore. near this tovu-tAreco OF her
lest sheep having been. on saturday night
lss,. slaughtered ia tie tell and ALL save L.lcs
aud s1frai's carried OH
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01
White Hall, Albemarle county, Va.
February 10th, 1869

To whom it NAV concern:
This is 10 certify that | have used DR.. French's
Anodyue Elixer in my family, and have found it
a valuable and certain remedy in catarrh, neural
gia and sore throat. As far | am able to judge,
it is perfectly safe and innocent in It's character
aud altogether regard it the best family medicine
Of the dav. have also observed its use in neigh
boring families and it has in every instance, Civ
WN !. POINTS. NJ. D.
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JOHN W. WARE,
\. S. SUAULL,
GRANTHAM WAY"

Tie above report not containing all the III
formation which the said Board wished prior
to taking final action regarding the matter, the
report was recommitted.
On motion, the aforesaid viewers were re-
lieved from further acting in the matter and in
their stead the following persons were appoint
ed as viewers of said proposed road, to-Tit -
DR.. James Logic, Thos. Il. Willis, Meredith
Helm. J. Strother Moore, aud 5. Howell Brown,
who after being sworn according to law, should
view the said proposed route, aud make full
report thereon according to law to this board
at future meeting thereof
The following ordinances were passed, to-
Wit:
Be it ordained by the Supervisors Of the
County of Jefferson, that the salary Of the Clerk
Of the Board of Supervisors be fixed at the
rate Of 5000 per anuum for the current year.
BE it ordained by the Supervisors of the
county of jefferson, that the salary of the Re-
cordcr Of said County be fixed at 81, 600 per
aunum, for this year, 1869.
On motion, the board adjourned to meet on
the Srd Monday Of April, 1869.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01

Atarccent convention Of Second Adventists,
held at Springfield, Mass, it was voted " that
.t is wise to give up indicating the exact dale
1r pr. emf of aH thing Sensible
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01

POTATOES Early Rose, Monitor, Harrison
and Goodrich Glover and Timothy Seeds.-
Seed Oats. Onion Sets and Seed.
Also, Gardening Tools, for sale by -
JAS. LAW. H00FF.
March IL. 1869.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01

AMrs Constantine Tas>o, Of Fort Hamilton.
New York. gave birth a few days since 20 a
triad Of male children. whose united weight
was eighteen and ouo-ha'f pounds, and who
bore such a striking resemblance 90 each other
that i, was found necessary % atix some dis
tingui,hue mark TO the clothing Of EACH
Mrs Tasso chose theuatjonal coIors-red, white
and b'ue-aad affixed them TO the clothing Of
The infants, according 70 seniority. George
Washington, Francis aud Joseph, were the
RaHes given TO the trio, and at last accounts
they and tie mother were IN a Gourishiug con-
diti0u
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WI. J. POINTS, NJ. D.
White Hall, Albemsrle county. Va.


February 18th, 1869.
This is 10 certify that for some Is years have
been afflicted with a spinal affection, which for Is
wears kept me entirely bedfast. In the last few
months have had a severe relapse, and from the
use OF Dr. Freneh's Anodyne Elixir have almost
recovered From the use Of one bottle only was
enabled to leave my bed, and move about my room.
Since that time could not procure the medicine,
all in nv neighbOrhoOd having been sold. am
confident that regular use of il will effect perma-
nent and lasting cure. LOUISA ID. PACE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01
DON'T Forget.

GARDEN SEED. Il invite the attention Of all
II Gardeners, to call and examine nv Stock Of
Landreth and Shakers Garden Seeds by the Pa
per and bulk, Fresh and Genuine. as cheap as can
be had elsewhere. W. :. MASON.
Feb. 25 1869.
NLYCERINE, Honey, Poncine, Brown Wind
" cor, Silver and Castle Soap, for sale at
W. s. MAS0N'S
January IS, 1869. Drug and Stationery Store.
TNGLTSH Glycerine SOAPS cakes for IS cents
II for sale at W. 5. NASON'S.
January %, 1869. Drug Store.
EINE, Kidding and Pocket Combs, for sale at
January IS. 1869 Drug and Book Store.
INFANT, Tooth, Hair, Nail aud Clothes Brushes
| for sale at W. 5. MASON'S
Jan. rs, 1869. Drug and Stationery Store.
TYGLISH, French, German and American Po-
/ made and Hair Oil, for sale at ~
II ITCHEN CRYSTAL SOAP.-This justly Gel
IN ebrated Crystal Soap, for cleaning Paint is
unrivalled and for polishing silver, brass and all
metal wares, is vastly superior 20 anything ever
offered for sale. Try it,, and YOU would not be
without it, Samples furnished free Of charge.
March IS For sale by ". :. MASON.
n GETTYSBURG WATER-bv the case or bot
u tle-can always be had at the Drug store Of
March Is. W. ;. MASON.
I HAVE lately added to my stock Of Drugs and
| Stationery. one Of the incest assorments Of
French and Fancy Candies ever offered in this
market, such as Fig Paste, Juinbe Paste, Gum
Drops, &C. W. ;. MASON.
Feb IS, 1869.
VIHE OLD MADE YOUNG.-The celebrated
Magic Comb, for sale by VS.. MASON.
March 4, 1869.
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Notice.

nERSONS indebted to us are hereby notified
that our accounts are ready for settlement
aud they are urged 10 come forward and liquidat'
their indebtedness. Hereafter no credit Longer
than one month will be givcn-aEd that only Il
prompt customers.
Feb. 1, 1859. MILLER 4 SMITH.
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In one window Of Trinity Church, New
Haven, there are IO, OOOpieces OF stained glass,
each prepared and cut separately.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-04-01
NEW GOODS.
Great Decline in Prices

" HOWELL is now opening large and well
J. selected stock Of goods. consisting OF Dkl
GOODS, GROCERIES,, BOOTS, SHOES, HATS,
Oueensware. Woodenware, Notions, Cassimeres,
&c. 10 which he invites the attention Of all wish
ing bargains.
He would ask the special attention Of the gentle
men 70 his stock of CLOTHS and CASSlMERES,
which is larger than ever bcfore-eomprising all
the late STYLES of plain and fancy goods. Beaver
and Tricot Cloths Tor Overcnats and Cloaksj Blk:
French Cloth: Doeskin Cassimeres; All Wool
Kcrseys. Drab and GRAY Iinseys, Sattinetts, &c.
These goods have been bought with great care;
and at prices much below those Of last Fall. All
he asks Is a trial
Octoher \ 1868
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Baltimore Markets.
TuEsp1r. March. 80. lse9.
Special Notices.
TTlO ALL WHOM 1T NAY C0NCERNl
As all persons are more or less affected b
the change of season with disorders difficult I

As all persons are more or less affected by
the change of season with disorders difficult to
manage by ordinary treatment, the
MORNING STAR BITTERS COMPANY,
Have determined to present their Bitters to the
public, knowing that it win sustain the merits
claimed for it.
1t is not claimed for this article, that il will cure
all diseases What is asserted for it. it riH cure,
viz disorders arising from deranged Liver to wit:
Impurity of Blood NervOusness and Nervous or
Bilious Headache in delicate Females and Child
rem, Melancholy, Dyspepsia. General Debility, DC.
In Bilious Fever and Chills and Fever, its value
not only as a reief, but as an actual has been
fully proved.
This preparation has not been made as is usual
by carelessy throwing together ingredients, but is
the product of long and careful study and trial re-
sulting in complete success. 1t is not intended to
conflict with Physicians. rs will be seen by their
testimonials accompanying each Bottle TO its
successful use, when other means have failed.
For sale by AISQUITH d BRO, Charlestown,
July l6, lS6S. Wholesale Agents
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GROCERIES.

MELT CLOTH BALMoRALS
Ladies' Net Vests.
White and colored French COrsets,
Merino aud Cotton Hose,
Gloves, Gauutiets, DC.
October %, 'GS. y. ". CRAMEh.
TPHAM's Fresh Meat Cure just received and
| for sale by -.-.....,.
Dec. q. AISQUITH d WASHINGTON.
LARGE stock Of Hair, Tooth and Nail
y Brushes; Iuc and Dressing Combs, at low
figures Persons wishing to purchase these goods
are requested to call and examine full stock at
AISQUITH WASHINGTON.
Feb. II. 1869.
TNRENCH, English and American Toilet Soaps.
in endless variety, Lubin's and Bondray'
French Extracts for the Handkerchief, toilet and
nursery Powders. 4 fine assortment of German
and American COlogncs. Pomades and Hair Oils.
AISCUITH WASHINGTON.
Feb. II, 1869.
duff Boxes, English Cold Cream Camphor Ice,
a full stock of Pocket Books for ladies and
gentlemen at .---.,...
AISQUITH WASHINGT0NS.
VALENTINES, Comic and Sentimental, alargc
AISQUITU & WASHINGTONS.
WE offer Stonchraker's valuable Medicines at
w greatly reduced figures on former prices
having purchased a large lot nj a bargain.
AISQUITH &c WASHINGTON.
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This Elixir is for sale by
Charlestown, Mar. !, 1869.
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The uutmbered surface Of the Plains be-
tween tle Missisippi0ud the Pacific amounts
10 100000 square miles.
Strawberries have appeared In London. and
40 sod q. three shliirgs ar ounce
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N-- '''-
Tie following Is iist'i Iei't Jurors i'T the
term "i '"e OF51.; Court t'T 'A's county Judge
Cap..ae' presiding, which VA. convene Oh the
ls,- '-si-a''
james ID. N,@5Sg,.y' Rudolph Row James
~ =, a. n, y, ~ 'l.." 90, ~ 60
us. 'y ,,. 81. b sven, J' NY, n. Irn'ri 90
r,,,.#.E Vc",1a Clnnor Henry FoIr
T CusGA Nr'y, james IIaiucs, James W.
Greenwood. Jr. George W. Zu"'ro' Stockton
1,r Cr,, ' H@.r" P'.r~ D,yii giIIr,yer
TH. Bp,Ier,o1. WIN. ". Brown. David T.
/ Morrison, Jacob Files, Washington \ Bennett,
/ d. H. Dcau.uc, Stephen IhompS'n, Harrison
Turner Ill. n'As Le,N..ier' j.. w. wilson.
/ yrrry E,ue,,D lIrrrryG-A meeting
If the citizens If Augusta county. Va. was
. hs,l nc Staua,ou on the 22!iustaut to appoint
DELEGATION to visit Baltimore in April to adj
.a..rc Subscription lv This city Of 81. 900 600
Co Gre capital stock Of the Valley Railroad
Company. The following citizens were APP
+ pointed the delegation, viz. Major Vim. NJ.
I d u { H 80 a.
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Great Excitement!
HAMBURGER'S CHEAP CASH STORE
GOODS SOLD BELOW THELOWEST!
LOOK AND SEE THE PRICES!

DEST Calicos 10 and l2JE cents, Beached and
} brown Cottons-yd wide-from l2l@ to % cts.
best Spool Cotton and &C. COrsetStays sc, French
Corsets rs to 9Oc, Kid Gloves 81, Nard-wide Dou-
Die Purple Calico l5c. Under Shirts 75c Best Bal
moral Skirts l.25, Chldren's La Grand Duchess
Gored Skirts rs. Sewing Silks-all colors-2c.
a skein, Dress Buttons at your own price, 81 Ia
bic Linen at 5Oc-halfprice, a large assortment of
Ribbons. cheap, Gonts' new style Linen Paper
Cuffs at cents pair, and other goods too numer-
GUS 10 mention. Also, my
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dissolution of COpartnersnip.

THE copartnership heretofore existing between
David Humphreys and JAS. Law. Hoof, is this
day dissolved by mutual consent. The business
will hereafter be conducted by Jas Law. Hoof,
who is authorized TO settle all the business Of the
late firm of d. Humphreys Co. All persons
knowing themselves indebted to d. Humphreys
Co. are hereby notified that immediate payment is
expected, as ii is important that the business be
settled AZ oDca
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IMMENSE STOCK OF CLOTHING

must be sold, to make room for spring goods, at
figures that will be satisfactory TO all.
Nss- Persons knowing themselves indebted will
call and settle Immediately, as no goods will be
sold after this date without the Cash Respectfully
March Il, 1869. S. 4. HAMBURGER.
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Boots and Shoes.

ROCERIES. Crushed, Powdered and Pul-
II verified Sugar; Brown Sugar..all grades !;
Rio and Lsguyra Coffee; Green and Black Tea I;
Cheese, Soda Water and Mushroom Crackers (;
Spires, Salt. Tobacco Soaps, dc. Just received
and for sale by ID. HOMELb'
October s. ise8.
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JAS. LAW. HOOFF,
ID. HUMPHREYS.

March 4, 1869. D-HU NPHREAS.
In retiring from the firm of D. Humphreys Co,
wish to thank nv friends and the public for their
patronage and encouragement in the past, and ash
a continuance of the same for the new firm, which
most cordially commend to their confidence and
support. d. HUMPHREYS.
March 4, 1859.
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Supervisors Court.
snErnEnpsrowN, March p, lSG9.


SHEPHERDsrowx, March %, 1869.
Board met pursuant to adjournment. Pre-
sent, supervisors Shaull, Sponseller, Staley and
Turner
Charles Trainer rendered his resignation as
Constable of Grant Township, which was &C
cepted by the board.
On motion, r. C. Johnston was appointed
temporary Constable of Grant Township.
On motion, Samuel Ridenour was appointed
temporary Justice Of the Peace of Grant Town
ship.
The viewers appointed by the Board at its
meeting on the 18th day of February, 1869,
to view the route and report concerning pro-
posed road, reported as follows, to-wit:
Jefferson County, w. Va, February &c,
1s69.-We the undersigned, having been APP
pointed by the Board Of Supervisors Of said
County to view a road running south, begin
ming al the Smithfeld and Harper'S Ferry
Turnpike, being first duly sworn for that pur-
pose. have this day viewed said road and found
it a road of great public convenience, aud have
located it as follows, to-wit: Beginning at
said Turnpike and running south on the line
between John e. Shirley and Walter Shirley
to John r. Flagg's woods; thence on the east
side of said FIasg's woods TO Il. V. Shirley
and G.. w. Beckwith's line in the woods and
on said line to the lane between r. Y. Shirley
and r. W. Baylor through said lane 10 said
Shirley's gate; thence on a line between said
Baylor and Shirley to Foreman's detached
piece Of land, straight through said detached
piece Of land to John NJ. Coy!cs woods and
Straight through said Coyle's woods to VIM.
Frazier's bars; thence straight through the
lands of said Frazier, the laud Of the heirs Of
James Grantham and John \. Thompson to
bend in the road leading from Summit Point
to SmitLfeld, iutcrsecting with said road at
Summit Point all Of which isTcsPectfully sub
United
lsiguel) JOHN W. WARE,