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The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1869-02-06

DEATH OF DIR. RANDEh CRoFT 1t gives
us pain to chronicle the fact that this gen
tleman died, yesterday morning. after q
brief illness. He was we'll known and
highly esteemed among US. and had served
the people of this District in various posi-
tions of public trust
GreenuiNe Mountaiaeer.
DR.. Mcbride has been found guilty of
dealing faro, in Kentucky, and fined $500.
In default of payment he was sent to tho
work house to work out the fine at 80 cents
per day.
The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1869-02-06

NEGROES IN THE GALLERY The Washing
ton correspondent of the Cincinnati Com
mercial gives the following account of the
reasons why negroes congregate in the gal
le,ies of the legislative halls:
was greatly amused at what one of the
door-keepers of the gallery said to me not
long since. [ remarked to him that the
colored people were not so fond of attending
the debates of Congress as they were for.
merly.
''The weather is too finc," he responded,
sententiously.
"Why, what has the weather to do with
it?" / asked.
"Everything. When it is cold and un-
comfortable, and no warm side of wall to
be had, they flock here, for they have COM
Portable seats ard a warm place without
paying for it. You come here some bitter,
cold, inclement day, and SEQ how crowded
the galleries will be with our co!ored friends
They will sit and sleep and snore here all
day, like black snakes in the sun Of spring -
Poor creatures! / am glad the galleries
can be made SO uscful-lodgmgs for impro-
vidcnt negroes.
The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1869-02-06

SUDDEN DEATH.-We are called upon,
this morning, to announce the sudden death
of n young, talented and universally admired
lady, formerly resident of Columbia-Miss
Fanny Taber-which occurred on Thurs
day, the 4th instant. at the residence Of her
brother, in Orangeburg. On Wednesday,
she was apparently in the enjoyment of her
usual good health, and attended the mar
riage ceremonies of brother; short time
afterwards she complained of slight head
ache, and in a few hours more she was
dead. These are all the particulars we
have been able to obtain. Miss Taber,
during her residence in Columbia, was cen
nected with the choir of Trinity Church.
and her unusually fine voice was O subject
of general admiration. She has departed.
Verify, Gin tho midst of life we are in
death"
The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1869-02-06

OUR jon OFFICE. The Ph1nic Job Office
is now prepared to execute every manner of
printing, from visiting and business cards
to pamphlets and books. With ample ma
terial and first-class workmcn, satisfaction is
guaranteed to all at New York prices If
our work does not come up to contract, we
make no charge. With this understanding
our business men can have no excuse to send
their job work North, when it can be done
1T home.
The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1869-02-06

CAsH.-Our terms are strictly cash-no
exceptions. If m advertisement is to be
inserted. hand over the money; if paper is
subscribed for, the money must accompany
the order-otherwise no attention will be
paid to them. This rule will be adhered to-
The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1869-02-06

Wesley Wilcox, Charles Hyatt, and Geo.
Washington, all imprisoned in the Peniten-
tiary for larceny, we're purdoned by the
Governor, yesterday. The petition for the
last named case stated that the crime was
committed to prevent his children from
starving. rs his employer refused to pay him
his wages
The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1869-02-06

HOMICIDE has been re-
ceived, at the Executive Department, of the
murder, in Union County, on the 2Sth ult., E,
of Alfred Gist. q colored lad about fifteen
years old, by James NJ. Askew, u notorious
character, who has been for many years a
terror to the colored population. The Cor
oner states that the murder was without the
least provocatiop.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
Potomac & Ohio Railroad.

ON the closing day Of its session, the Legs
h.rrcof West Virginia passed bin incorpo-
rating the Potomac and Ohio railroad, " with
authority % construct railroad from any point
on the Potomac river, west Of Harper's Ferry,
20 tie Ohio river at any point south Of Park
crsburg. ~ way Of the South Branch Valley.
The parties obtaining this charter are New
York capitalists, but as Mr.. Kercheval, Of
Hampshire Va. was engineering the bill, it is
understood it is 10 consolidate with the AleXau-
d.iI, Loujouu and Hamp>hireraiIroad in part SO
asto aid and probably insure the early compile
ton oi that road 90 the coal fields. with the
aid Of Washington. &c, and extend i; from the
crossing q the South Branch Of the Potomac
onward to the Ohio river.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
Baltimore Markets.
Special Notices.
LHO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

TTN0 ALL WHOM 1T MAY CONCERN!
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 viii sustain the merits
claimed for it.
1t Is not claimed for this article, that it viii cure
al diseases What is asserted for it, it wiU cure,
viz: disorders arising from dersnged Liver 10 Wit
Impurity of Blood, Nervousness and Nervous or
Bilious Headache in delicate Females and Child
ren. Melancholy, Dyspepsia. General Debility, &c.
In Bilious Fever and Chills and Fever, its value
not only as a relief but as an actual cure has been
fully proved.
This preparation has not been made as is usual
by carelessy throwing together ingredients, butts
the product of long and careful study and trial re-
sulting in complete success. 1t is not intended to
conflict with Physicians. as will be seen by their
testimonials accompanying each Bottle as to its
successful use, when other means have failed
For sale by AISQUITH d BRO, Charlestown,
July l6, 1865 Wholesale Agents.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18

Nes,rs. HILBEsT & DooLEY. f1r many years
.n The employ Of Maj VI. HAWKS. whose
reputation az each Builder is co-ex'ensive
with tie Cuu.ryl have inst entered upon bus
mess in their new Building in this place, and
solicit orders TIE fact Of their long service
i1 Mai. HIS establishment IS Of itself a sufi-
c.eat guarantee they are master-workmen.-
We ask attention 60 iheir adyertisementin this
Tluer.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
steam Fire-Proof Safes.

CANBORN'S Patcnthas been demonstrated, by
- the most thorough practical tests. to be vastly
superior in fireproofqualties to any other makers,
preventing completely any evaporation and is the
dricst safe in use. The patent can be applied to
any safe. Before purchasing elsewhere call and
examine, or send for pamphlet containing the certi
fcates of trials with all other makers safes.
AMERICAN STEAM FIRE-PROOF SAFE CO.,
300 BROADWAY, NEw YoRK.
Noy u lSCS-3m
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
". :. MASON.

Public Sales.
Sale Of the Real Estate of the late Abraham
I,ler. by y. s. White, Attorney, on Friday.
March 10th.
On the Goth instant. Valuable Clarke Coun-
ty Land, by Andrew Hunter, Trustee.
On the 22nd instant, Clarke County Farm by
Walton & Craishiil.
On the 2Srd instant, Stock and Farming
Implements by John ". Taylor.
On the 9th instant, in Bolivar, Personal
Property and Real Eetate, by Anthony Busey,
Trustee.
On the 9th Of May, Valuable jefferson
County Farm near Charlestown, by Juliet w
Briscoe, Executrix of Maj. Thomas Briscoe
On Tuesday. March SOth, near Charlestown,
valuable Personal Property of the late Capt
j. G. Hurst, by Catherine A Hurst, Admins
tratrix.
On the 31st instant, valuable land near
Summit Point, by Thomas Van swoaringen,
Special Commissioner.
On Monday, Doth instant, Valuable Town
Property il Middeway, by Vandoren Butt
Also Household and Kitchen property.
On Thursday, 25th Instant, Stock, Farming
Implements, &c-by Samuel S. Moore.
On Saturday, April 10th, Berkeley County
Farm near Middlevay, by Thos. A. Brown,
Trustee
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
ChrystaI Soap.

Chrystal Soap.
We have been favored by w. S. Mason, who
has the article for sale, with a bar Of Kitchen
Crystal Soap, which is highly recommended
for Is cleansing and polishing qualities. We
have tried it in our Office and find it excellent
for removing ink from the hands.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
MARRIED

On the % instant in Frederick CITY by the Rev.
Or. George Diehl. Mr.. JOHN +. SPEROW, to
Miss KATE SMALL, all Of Berkeley county.
On the 10Th instant at s.. Paul's Church. in
Baltimore bv Rev. H. II. Hewitt. assisted bv Rev.
John Hewitt. DR.. JAMESR r. ROGERS. Of Virgin
ia. 20 Miss BETTE. only daughter Of Dr. Charles
H. Stephens, Of Baltimore formerly OF this county.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
NOTICE.

4 IL persons owing accounts at my Store, are
n most earnestly requested to come forward at
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 day Of every month, unless an understand
ing to the contrary exists.
Jan. :. 1869. DAVID HOWELL.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18

PhOSphates.

FHDNpHdItss
Mr. GEO. ED. CoRDEIL is Agent for the sale
Of Grimes Patent Raw Bone Phosphate. To
his advertisement we call attention, Mr.. Cor
dell is determined to establish permanently his
General Agency Business-hence his entering
euergetically into the "B. D." bone Dust
trade
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
The IsIcr Property.

See the advertisement Of this property in
this paper I, viii be sold at public sale to-
morrow friday No more beautiful farm,
better land. or valuable Water Power is in the
market. and we call special attention to the
sale which takes place tomorrow.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
NOTICE.

HAVlNG purchased the interest of Horace 4.
West. in the mercantile firm OF Campbell n
West Charcstown, the business will hereafter be
conducted in nv name, with the present assistance
Of Messrs. Oscar NJ. Lucas and Chas W. Trussell.
young gel temcn well and favorably known 10 the
community. have on hand large assortment Of
Dry Goods Fancy Goods. Notions. &c. and am
determined 10 sell as cheap similar articles can
be procured in the county.
! respectfully invite the attention Of the Ladies
10 large and well selected assortment Of Congress.
Side and Front Lace Caters, and Morocco Boots,
which have determined to cell at cost, my
stock in this line is disproportionate to the trade
g,fS- Country Produce Of all kinds taken in ex-
change for goods. JOHN II. CAMPBELL.
Feb Is, 1869.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18

General Skinner. First Assistant Postmaster
General, has received notice that bis place is
zoon TO be filed. His successor will be Mr.
Er.s. or Maryland. the former law partner Of
rl..t... ser I.rr-~4I r---..1r
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
Create Excitement!
HAMBURGER'S CHEAP CASH STORE.
GOODS SOLD BELOW TIE LOwESTl
LOOK AND SEE THE PRICES!

DFST Calicos 10 and l2H cents, Blesched and
ID brown Cottons-yd wide-from l2jI to Is cts.
best Spool Cotton and &c, Corset Stays Sc French
Corsets Is to 90c, Kid Gloves 81, Yard-wide Dou-
bic Purple Calico l5c. Under Shirts 75c. Best Bal
moral Skirts l.25, Children's La Grand Duchess
Gored Skirts rs. Sewing Silks-aIl colors-5c
a skein, Dress Buttons at your own price. Ga Ia
bic Linen at 50c-halfprice, a large assortment Of
Ribbons. cheap, Gents new style Linen Paper
Cuffs at cents pair, and other goods too numer-
Gus 10 mention. Also, my
IMMENSE STOCK OF CLOTHING
must BE- Sold to make room for spring goods, al
figures that will be satisfactory TO all.
NES- Persons knowing themselves indebted will
call and settle Immediately, as no goods viii be
sold after this date without the Cash. Respectfully
March Il, 1869. 5. A. HAMBURGER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
DIED.,

Departed this life, OF Monday The lst of March
1869 AZ his residence near Summit Point. aged 81
wears aud months WARNER \. THOMSON
lie was the fifth son of DR.. John Thomson, decd
OF Bcrrvville, and was born and grew up 10 man
hood In that town, now the county seat Of Clarke
Since then and until his death, he has resided in
the county Of jefferson. AS a man. his entire life
was ruled bv the golden rule Of doing unto others
as he would be done by, and all his words and deeds
we're squared bv upTightnesS, integrity and since
ritv. As a citizen. equally devoid Of ambition and
av5ricr. all his duties were performed unSclishy,
aud al who knew bim-aud he had many friends
knew that nothing could swcrvc him from the
straight path of what he considered right aud duty
Cnc1c,rtionable and 'ction4te. and true, in all
the relations OF husband. father, lative and friend,
he leaves a family of six sons and three daughters
toulv two Of whom have arrived at wears of matu-
rityl 10 lament their irreParable loss. His last
moments, alter agOniziug suffering. were calm. re
sign,d and serene. After " lies ftful fever, he
'''''' "'''' '' ~ " FRAZIER.
Free Press please copy.-SPirit.
On the morning Of the 18Th instant. after brief
illness. GEORGE HENRY. son Of Mary Helen and
the late Daniel Rowland, Of Washington City, az. d
rs wears and months. The deceased had lost the
use Of his limbs for years. and was moved about
upon a v-locipede. Though deprived Of the means
ut hCaithtul play. he vet found sources Of enjoy
ment and was ambitions to cultivate his mind II
was a touching sight To see his school companions
and others OF his acquaintance gather around his
coffin. % take a last look at his intelligent face,
which seemed but calmly sleeping.
On The litb instant. ROBERT MILLER. son cf
Or. James and Mary Logic, aged years and 10
months.
IN Piedmont. ". Va, on the Sd inst. Mrs HAN
NAH J. IAUCK. in the 40th year Of her age. wife
ofMr. !. b. Iauck, formerly Of Shcpherdstown.
On Thursday last, near Charlestown. Mr.. THO
MAS STEWA ART, in the esd year Of his age
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18

We learn that tie Smoke-House OF N. gro.
y. LYNCH. near HaI'tawn. in this county, was
entered on Monday night week, and relieved
Of Hams, Shoulders. 1Iiilings and Sausage 10
a very considerable extent The ti'ef evident
u bad 30 eye 10 quality as well as quantity
hence hs raid rpo1 tle wlI-fnsl Ar-ar Of
-u- ir--1 Lynch
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
NOTICE.

THOSE 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 : 1863 JOHN :. YESTERDAY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
Free Press please copv.-Spiri.
White Hall, Albcmarle county, Va.
February 10th, 1869.

To whom 10 NAV concern:
This Is to certify hat have used DR.. French's
Anodyne Elixer in my family, and have found it
a valuable and certain remedy in catarrh, neural
ga and sore throat As far as | am able to Judge,
IL is perfectly safe and innocent in its character,
and altogether ! regard it the best family medicine
Of the day. ! have also observed its use in neigh
boring families, and it has, in every instance Civ
en- perfect satisfaction.
WN I POINTS NJ D.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
POSITIVE NOTICE.
Notice.

TFNHE undersigned having removed tn Charles
town, wishes % inform N .sciiizcns of Jetfer-
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 large variety OF
Roses and Bedding Plants generally.
Gardens on Mildred street Episcopal
Church. WM. HOPKINS.
March IL, lSG9-3m
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
The Old Family Journal.
Nrords of Encouragement.


In the midst Of our Toll aud exertion great
deal Of which meets with but little return u
s verv cheering to our bearts TO be encouraged
lv an occasional apprccia,,se missive sueh as
che one annexed; as well as to 10 assured as
we were a few days ago by fair subscriber
who went from our community that "to miss
the odd Family Journal Cor one week is a.
s,osf worse than the failure Of letters from
home" Again, young fellow towusmau who
has gone 60 cast To- his 1T among strangers de-
c-srss that he cannot DO without tue Free
Press" Wble we try o. d. our duty towards
those who take tie journal from mere motives
of self interest. s.. is such as the above VITO
tighten our tasks and make /; a pleasure 20
consult their TASTES and gratefully do oUr NJ
mos, 70 merit their good opinion. May they
each and all prosper and be happy as they de-
serve and the .O.d Fatally shall ever be 90
them a friendly bearer ofgood wishes from the
home they have lel.;
Hon P0IST GEORGIA,
March 2 1869.
Mn. IT. n GALLAHER:
Dear S.r-ThoJgh the kindness OF our
relative. ---. we have been favored w't1
the weekly visits of the cold Family Journal.
And now. hayin. changed our location from
% High Point. Ga We embrace tie
rresent opportunity On Inform YOU 90 the iae'
i've have been here but one week, tQi We mss
the coming of the Free Press % make as Zee
o." ..
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
Berkeley Affairs.

From the Martinsburg Neie Era Of Thu: sday
last:
The mill Of Mr.. Jacob Swartz was broken
into Friday night last, by thieves, and four or
fire barrels Of -four stolen.
A young man named Thorpe had both his
feet amputated on Friday last The amputa-
ton was necessitated by having his feet frozen.
The operation was successfully performed by
Drs. IIammill and James McShcry.
MoRE uIEvING.-Some thief or thieves, on
Monday night, broke into the old Methodist
church building on the public square, now
being fitted up for store rooms, and stole about
Sl7O worth Of carpenters tools, the property
of Captain Mccoy, who is doing the work on
the building.
LornoUN CouxTY.-Tbe two lots advertised
by Thomas w. Edwards, Esq, Commissioner,
were sold on Monday, at public auction, to
Vim. D. yesterday. The lot near town,
brought $500 The depot Of two acres sold
COR $50 This property belonged to Mr..
Asa jackson, decd.
Mr.. John J. Grub recently killed near
Hillsborough. wild cat, which weighed 2G
pounds, and measured 8 feet, seven inches,
from head to tail.-LeesJtug IIdsh'Rgtoniaa.
\ letter in the Shenandoah Valley, from
PAGE County, says:
P. B. Borst, Esq, of this County, has Just
sold a tract of one thousand acres Of Blue
Ridge land. with the old Peter Printz mills,
fr $4,000, to a Mr. Walton, from JEFF
rerson County, W Va We understand that
NJ. Wnltnn cynects M nlant a vinevnrG o. II
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18

ONION Sets, Of the finest quality. Also Field
\ Seed Corn, Timothy Seed and Seed Oats. for
sale by JAS. LAW. H00FF.
TNAMIbY and Extra Flour, from the new Mill Of
/ MessrS Child, NeCreight d Co, Harper's
Tsrr- fr- sale bv JAS Law ECoFY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
Saw Mill, Grist Mill & Pulling
MILL.

The Saw Mil can be put in operation az = small
expense, and the foundations and walls Of the other
buildings, the masonry, shaft and mill-raee, arc
we'll preserved aud can be repaired and rendered
6t for use in a short time and without much out
lay. Said property lies on the Charlestown and
Kabletown road, about three miles from the former
place Itpresents one OF the finest sites Tor nan
ufactory 20 be found in the State.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
VALUABLE And HIGHLY DESIRABLE
PARCELS OF
l. A n ID,
TO WIT:
First, A Compact Little Farm,

One Hundred and Thirty Acres
Of irst-rato Land, lying on the Southeast
side of the larger Tract Of Land, upon which
tic said Hays Mickey now resides and which
he purchased from T. p. Pendleton, by Deed,
dated April 10th, 1867, and duly recorded in
the Clerks Office Of the County Court of Clarke
County.
This parcel may be described, in general
way, as follows. to-wit: Beginning alta pint
in the Mccormick line, running thence North
westward, through the garden, and on the line
of the fence. which divides the mesSuagc or
lawn of the Main Building from the Wood,
and the other Farm House, to point beyond
the orchard Thence by a line parallel with
the Mccormick line TO the Richardson line
thence nv one or more lines, reServing a short
lane, which cannot here he accurately described,
back to the Mccormick line, so as to give the
ouantity of
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
WIN. J. POINTS, NJ. D.
Whi.e Iall. AIbeaarIe conntv. w..

hltt Hal, AIDeWarIc county, va,
February 18th, 1863.
This is to certify that for some % years ] have
been afflicted with spinal affection which for Is
years kept me entirely belfast In the last few
months have had a severe relapse, and from the
use of Or. French's Anodvne Elixir have almost
recovered. From the use of one bottle only was
enabled 20 leave my bed, and move about my room.
an in nv nejghborhood having heen sold. ] am
confident that regular use Of il y i'll effect perma-
neEt and lasting cure. LOUISA d. PACE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
Dental n oticc

DR. MCCORMICK will visit Charlestowu, pro
IL js,,ionally, on MONDAY, FEBRUARY lst,
and remain one week.
January IA, lS69-3t.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
So. 5 consist, OF a lad OF about
as or AS Azores of land.

Living on the Kabletown road, about az mile,
from Charlrstown. adjoining the lands Of James
W. Glenn, VIM. II. Moore, and others, about u
or Is acres of which ia well TIABERED. The
quality of the soil is hrst-rate limestone similar
to tract No. /, and is well enclosed. No improve
mcnts
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
Nine Acres of Virgin Soil,

Lying East and North Of the town ofBoliyar, and
at short distance-is improved By convenient
fences and substantial
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
Dissolution OF Copartncrsnip.

UisSOIuIiOn o. COMPREHENSIVE.
THE copartnershp heretofore existing between
David Humphreys and Jas. Law. Hooff. 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 u. Humphreys Co. AL persons
knowing themselves indebted TO D. Humphreys 4
Co., are hereby notified that immediate payment is
expected as it is important that the business be
settled at once.
JAS LAW. HOOFF,
March 4. 1869. d. HUMPHREYS.
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 ask
a continuance of the same for the new 6rm which
most cordially commend 70 their confidence and
support. ID. HUMPHREYS
March Z, 1859.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
Public sales.

Cbarlestown, Mar. {. 1869.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-18
PUBLICSALE
Very Valuable Property

Living on the Norili siee e. ihs COUNTY mad irsd-
inc from Charisstsvn 4, kati-:nwn "a said cum
a.. and about % o. u.-s s9,s iIe iormcI' place,
cnnI1ininr about