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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
Important Military Order---Assign-
ment Of Department Commanders.

The following order vas issued at Washing
ten on Saturday:
HEADQUARTERS or THE Army, ADJUrASr
GENERALS OFFICE General Orders, No. 10
Tie President Of the United States directs that
the following orders be carried into execution
as soon rs practicable
First. The department Of the South will be
commanded by Brigadier and Brcye! Major
General a. II. Terry.
Second. Major General George G.. Meade is
assigned % the command Of the military divi-
sion Of the Atlantic, and will transfer his head
quarters 70 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He
viii turn over his present command tenporari-
ly On Breyet Major General T. H. Ruger, Col
oncl 85th infantry, who is assigned to duty ac-
c0rtins % his brevet Of major general while in
tho exercise Of this command.
Third. Major General p II. Sheridan is as
signed 70 the command Of the department of
Louisiana, and will turn ever the command of
the department Of Missouri temporarily to the
next senior officer.
Fodrtb. Major General w. S. Hancock is
assigned to tie command Of the department Of
Dakota
Fifth. Brigadier and Brevet Major General
F. L. $. Candy, is assigned to the command Of
tie first military district, and win proceed to
his post as soon as relieved by Brevet Major
General Reynolds
Sixth. Breyet Major General A. c. Galen,,
Of the twenty-fourth infantry, will turn over
the command Of the fourth military district to
the next senior officer. and Join his regiment.
Seventh Brevet Major General J. J. Rev
n0lds, Colonel Of the twcnty-six,h infantry, is
assigned 10 the command Of the fifth military
district, according 10 his breyet Of major gene
raj
Eighth Brevet Major General y. y. Emory.
colonel Of the fifth cavalry, is assigned to the
command Of the department Of Washington,
according % bis brevet of major general.
By command Of the general Of the army.
L. d. TOWNSEND,
Assistant Adjutant General.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
Notice..

rTlHE undersigned having removed to charles
town, wishes to inform the citizens a; Jener,
son and Clarke counties that he will have on hand
for Spring planting, large and full iassorInen
Of FRUIT, SHADE and ORNAMENTAL TKEES
in large variety. Grape Vines OF all sues ana
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. near Episcopal
Church. WM. HOPhlAS-
March IL, lS6e-3m.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
4 Hit at Political Preaching.

In the Senate Of the United States on Mon
lay pending the election Of Chaplain, Rev.
Dr. Newman and others bsing il nomination,
Senator Yates said -
he should vote for NJ. Chester. who was
placed in nomination BY his colleague. (SIr.
Tumhulll lie conceded that the merits Of
the Rev Or. Newman as a political preacher
were unsurpassed, but he thought il was time
b. have 'j.tje less politics and little more
ref -or 100 the prayers. They bad politics
tr.agh u Jhe senate without putting them
nn taa g. 'v"rs.
un tie second l.yct D.. Newman was
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
Gen. Grants Cabinet.

The following is the Cabinet Of Gen. Grant,
confirmed by the Senate on Friday last:
Secretary Of State-E. NJ. Washburne, Of
Illinois; Secretary of the Treasury-A. T.
Stewart, of New York; Secretary of the Navy
Mr.. Borie, Of Pennsylvania Secretary Of
the Interior-J. D. Cox, of Ohio; Postmaster
General. A. j. Creswell, of Maryland;
Attorney Generals. +. Hoar, of MaSsachu-
sets.
Gen. J. NJ Schofcld is the acting Secretary
of War-no appointment for that Office having
yet been announced by Gen. Grant.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
NOTICE.

HAYlNG purchased the interest Of Horace A.
i West in the mercantile firm 81 Campbell A
West, Cbarlcstown, the bushes. will hereafter b.
conducted IN my name, with the present sssistznee
Of Messrs. Oscar VI. Lneas aud ChaI w. Truueii,
young gentlemen well and faForably known N the
community. hare on hand large assortmsnt Ct
Dry Goods. Fancy Good, Notions, &c, snd a..
determined 10 sell as cheap as similar articles cas-
be procured in the county.
Prespeetiully invite the attention Of the Ladies
n large and well selected assortnent Of Conrress,
Side and Front Lace Caters. and Morocco Boou
which ] have determined 10 ser al cost, &c ny
stock in this line j. disproportouate ~ the trade
fc- Country Produce ~ I'll kinds taken IN ca.
change for good. JOHN n. CAMPBELL.
Feb. rs 1852
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
CALCIUM OIL.

r GIVE notice that have purchased the exela-
l sive right for the manufacture and sale OF this
CELEBRA TED OIL, in the county OF Jefferson
Ii makes the best light known-is non-explosive-
don't char the wick nor black the chimney, and
wthal il not greasy and Is cheaper than any other
burning fluid. IL i constantly on exhibition a;
nv St6re-may be tried in every way latest Its
quality andis warranted to give entire satisfaction
&ss-I will be able in short time To furnish the
trade with any quantity at liberal discount
Call and see itat l.. DlNhLbS
Feb. Is. 1869. Jsirelry Store.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
NOTICE.

4 IL persons owing accounts at my store, are
u 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 az 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. I, 1869. DAVID no" bib.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11

4 NV SOUTHERN NoyEI.-E. j. Hale &
Sons, l6 Murray ST., New York, will publish
in few days, Kinor Place, tale of Southern
Home Life, by a lady of Tennessee, native of
Alabama. VOL, II mo-, price $3.50. Or
ders solicited. Sent by mail, post paid, Gu re-
ceipt Of the price
A copy Of the book will be sent to any edi-
tor who will publish the above, together with
his note, aud forward a marked COPY of the
paper 10 .he publishers,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
TO THE PUBLIC.

rT,HE undersigned has made arrangements
whereby he can furnish accommodations by
the Mail Stage Coach TO persons en- route to Kip
pom or BerryYile. Tive trips are daily made to
Nippon, and passengers who desire II can be taken
10 Berryyille upon reasonable terms.
Coach for Rippon leaves Charlestown st A. NJ.
and 2IS 7. ", returning At 10 a. NJ. and i: NJ.
ROBERT Il. WOODY.
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March 1. 1869.
nloALL WHOM ITMAY cOYCERN.

Believing the CASH SYSTEM greatly to the &c,
vantage of all Concerned. and not having changed
our terms and considering the prompt payment
OF all balances at the end Of each month its equiv
alent we must, therefore, respectfully decline sell
lee 10 person. who cannot comply with our terms.
Jan. Is. ls69. HEARSLEY SilEERER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
Notice.

TIME books, papers and accounts OF George W.
Spots have been placed in my hands for ad-
justment Persons knowing themselves tobe in
debted to him viii please make payment 70 me
without delay. W. II. TRAVERS.
March IL, ls69-3t
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
NOTICE.

rI'HOSE indebted to me arc very respectfully
but urgently requested IN settle the amounts
due me, without further DELAY. Longer indul-
gence ought not be expected aud cannot be given.
Jan. Z 1869 JOHN :. yesterday.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
Great Excitement!
AT
HAMBURGER'S CHEAP CASH STORE
GOODS SOLD BELOW TIE LOWEST!
LOOK AND SEE THE PRICES!

DEST Calicos 10 and l215 cents, Bleached and
ID brown Cottons-yd wide-from l2l9 TO Is cts
best Spool Cotton and &c, CorsetStays sc, French
Corscts IS to 9Oc, Kid Gloves 81, Yard-wide Dou-
bic Purple Calico l5c. Under Shirts 75c, Best Bal
moral Skirts lbs, Cbildren's La Grand Duchess
Gored skirts Is, Sewing Sks-all colors-5c.
4 skcin, Dress Buttons at your own price. Ga Ia
bis Linen at 50c-halfprice, large assortment OF
Ribbons. cheap, Gents new style Linen Paper
Cuffs a. cents pair, and other goods too numcr-
Gus 20 mention. Also, my
IMMENSE STOCK OF CLOTHING
must be sold, 10 make room for spring goods, at
figures that will be satisfactory toaH.
Va. Persons knowing themselves indebted viii
call and settle Immediately, as no goods will De
sold after this date without the Cash. Respectfully
March Il, 1869. S. \. HAMBURGER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
WANTED
Bankruptcy Notice.

NOTICE TO creditor that bankrupt hai Ps,i-
~ toned for Discharge.
In the Matter of VIM. W. SeIby-In Bankruptcy.
District Of West Virginia, IS Sir Take no.
tice that petition has been filed in said Courtbr
WIN. W. Selby, Of Harpcr's Ferry. in the county
Of jefferson. in said District. daily declared
Bankrupt under the Act of Congress Of March :,
1867 for a discharge and certificate thereoffronl
all debts and other claims provable under said Act
and that the 29th day of March. 1889 81 10 o'clock
A. NJ, at Martinsburg, before II. H. Blackburn,
Register is assigned for the hearing Of the same.
when and where you may attend and show eaus,.
II any you have. Why the prayer Of the said Peti-
ton should not be granted.
II. II. BLsckBrKS. JASPER Y. MOORE.
Register. Clcrk OF the Dis. Court
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11

COMMISSION HoUsE.-We refer b the adver-
tisement Of the reliable Commission House Of
WILLIAM BosD, $50 West Pratt Street, Balti-
more.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
scenes at washington.


Toe 40th Congress closed its iaslorlous career
on the 4,h near noon the senate bayiris again
refused 70 repeal the tssars-of-oaice law, and
to pass the bin giving G pension 70 Mrs. Lin
coin. M. Wade. without ar address, but With
evident emotion. deelare,l the Senate Of the
40,h Congress adjourned sias die. a v,te Of
thanks hal jsen voted him, on motion Of Mr.
Davis.
IN the Honss NJ. Colax having resigned and
made parting address, Mr. Pomeroy Of Ne"
York was chosen Speaker for the remainder Of
the session. But little actual business was
done. the committee Of conference on the cur
rencv bin being unable to agree. Sehenck's
brokers Din was not signed by the President.
NJ. Speaker Pomeroy, in few appropriate
remarks. declared the House Of tho Fortie,h
Congress adjourned without day. The mem
bsrs then went to the Senate Chamber to wiz
ress tic Inauguration ceremonies.
TIE Vice President called the Senate TO or
der. aal the new Senator's and those reelected
were sworn IN.
The By then proceeded, headed by the
Justices Of the Supreme Court, to tho front
poriico Of the Capitol for the purpose Of inau-
guyadag toe Presiden. Of the Ultd States
At125O the body returned % the chamber
and then adjourned.
The House of the 4lst C5agressl met a. 8
o'clock. AMI was organized By the election Of
Hon. JAMES G.. BLAINE, Of Maine. as Speaker,
vho rendered his thanks in a graceful speech.
Al exciting scene occurred on the Clerks
failing % call the members from Georgia and
Louisiana. and refusing an appeal from bis de-
cision BY 8Iessrs. Brooks and Eldridge The
oath Of ofico was administered to members by
M. Wa.h5urn Of Illinois. No further busi-
uess vas done, and the House adjourned.
ryAUGURATIoy CEREMONIES.
Immense crowds Of people were in atten-
dance. and .hs procession Of the military, the
FIRE companies, and various associations. was q
very imposing one.
GNas UlaAa1 NAtA AeA. 4sAWtll4as us |A4tNt-4a-
t,aH. rode in an open carriage, and was greeted
tbroughou, the whole progress to the capitol
and returning, by cheers and waving of hand
kerchiefs from windows and housetops Of Penn
sylvania Avenue.
The procession was composed Of eight grand
divisions, and was more than an hour in pass
ing . given point After the ceremonies in the
Senate Chamber. the officials proceeded to tho
Eastern porl.co Of the Capitol On reach
in- the platform the President elect was seated
3, from, Of the centre. Vice President Coliax
and the sergeaat-a:-arus on the right. The
Clisf Justice and Justices Of the Supreme
Cont, in their gowns, were prominent figures.
Senators and Representatives, and army officers
f,led the platform.
The President elect apI the Chief Justice
rose simultaneously, and thela latter. in clear and
solemn tones. rccited the oath, which Gen
Grant reverently took, and became President
Of the United States. The booming Of can
non and shouts Of tie multitude confirmed tie
al..
Quiet being restored, the President arose
and delivered the following brief Inaugural
Address.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
COmmissiOn Merchant,
PRIVATE SALE.

TJNHE undersigned offers at Private Sale tract
of land on the Eas. side Of the Shenandoah
river, containing
ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY ODD ACRES,
good House. plenty Of Timber for the farm,
seventy-fve or hundred Peach Trees, good water,
and is healthy pIace-joining the lands Of Nc
Sherry, Daily and Lucas:
March II, lS69-3t'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
HORSES FOR SALE.

HAYING more horses than need, wiz sell,
III for Cash or on time, two or three GOOD
WORK HORSES. Note, with good security, re-
CURED. fhANCis iAiIo-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
Dissolution Of Copartnersnip.

fI'iE eopsrtnership heretofore eristing bstvess
1 David Humphreys and Jas. Law. Hooh. 4. this
dav dissolTed by mutual cpnsent The bu,iress
ia hereafter be conducted by Jas. Law. Hoof.
shc is authorized 10 settle all tho business of ths
late firm Of ID. Humphrey, a Co. All persoss
knowing themselves indebted N n. Humphrcys a
Co, are hereby notified that Immediate pIyneu. Is
expected, rs il is important that TIE brelnes ts
settled at once.
JAS. LAW. HOOFY,
March 4, 1869. u. HUNPHREYs
In retiring from the firm at d. Humphreys a Co.
wish 70 thank 10y friends aud the public Tor thelr
patronage and encouragement In the past, and asi
continuance Of the rame for the new hrn, xhlcS
mos; cordially commend 10 their confidence sae
support. ID HyNpVRTYG
March 4, 1859
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11

Positively the Last Notice.
HAyING tried every other means OF settling
the business of Campbell 6 Mason without
avail, shall forthwith after the 18th OF March
proceed to make collections BY law, and can as
sure that no favoritism will be shown.
March 4, 1869. W. ,. AASoN'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
JAS LAW. HOOFY,
ID. HrNpURFvs

nSi0S Sets, Of the 5uesi quality. Also Pteie
y Seed Corn, Timothy Seed and Seed Oae for
cate BY JAS. LAW. H0oYF.
IANILY ard Ezua Flour. from the new Mn Of
L hessrs. Child, McCreight 4 Co., Hsrper's
ferry5 Tor saie BY JAS. LAW. H00FT.
C'ARRIAGEHubs, Rims. spokes. 4e., for sale b7
" March 5, 80 JAS. LAW. HOOFF.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
House for Rent.

HAVE for Rent comfortable Dwelling House
in Charlestown. 1t is commodious-h aSing
six Rooms, with double Basement good Gar
den lot attached. The house is now occupied By
Mr.. H. D. Middlekauif. Possession will be given
on the lst of April. TH0S. d. WEBSTER.
March 4, ls69-St.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
JAMES WATSON,

MANUFACTURER OF
Wooden &c Cotton Goods.
Ct0yERLETS, Counierpanes, Shawls, Skirt,
u Linseys, Wenseys, Cloths, Csssimeres, Blab.
kets. Flannels, Stocking Yarns, Etc.
CARPET RAGS Wanted. All Wool Carpets
made 70 order. JAMES WATSON.
Hopewel Factory, JeG. Co., W. Va
Jan IS, ls6s-ly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
second Arrival OF New Goods.

TT'HE uudersigred has just received another sup
PLY Of new and beautiful GOODS in his line,
suited to the tastes Of all The rapid ssles ncreas
ing demand, and exceedingly low prices IN good,
have rendered Il necessary 20 get another supply
Of geods this winter. Come quick and examine,
and select while you have the choice. at
L. DiNKLE's
January 81. 1869. Jewelry Store.
A BEAUTIFUL sssortnento f Silver spectacles
N jus; received aud for sale By
January Il, 1869. l. DINELT.
A NEW assortment Of Silver Watches. very
n low, al l.. DINKLE'S
DLAlS Gold and Fancy Rings, at exceedingly
il low prices, for sale by l.. DISKLE
GOLD Chains and Gold Brscelsts-a beautiful
" 1rte'e-in store at L. DISELES.
4 GREAT many things beautiful and useful. for
"A sale BY L. DIyKLE.
A elegant PIASo-new-usy be had very
n low al L. DISKLES.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11

7 HAVE lately added TO my stock Of Drugs ard
L Stationery, one Of the incest sssornenr ~
French aud Fancy Candies ever Gaered IN thtf
market, such as Fig Paste, Jeiube Paste, Gun
Drops, &C. W. s MaS0S.
FEB. IS, 1862
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
Household & Kitchen Furniture

TOO SACKS G. a. and Fine Salt for sale by
HUI October /. W. EBi.
MEAT CUTTERS and Sausage Filler F for sale
WI by W.EBl.
StEEDLESS Raisins, Almonds, and Layer Rails
- ms, for sale by W. EBl.
CRACKER Dust and Crackers, Cheese and Mac
\ sroni for sale by W. EBl.
CUCUMBER Pickles, Chow Chow and Picked
I Onions for leby W. EBl.
DRANDY Peaches for sale by
ENRESH Tomstoes, Green Corn Pine Apple and
/ fresh Strawberries, for sale by W. EBl.
CtHEESE.; Macaroni-Italian and American
y for sale by W. bBf.
CJ IN only for good Sausage Grinder for
Dee Il. 1865. w.EBY.
ERESH Oranges and Lemons, just received and
/ for sale by W. EBY.
T AVER Raisins and soft-shcIl Almonds, for sale
by W. EBl.
DRIED Peaches, for sale by
IL January %, 1869. W. EBl.
HITTING COTTON.-Having purchased our
n Knitting Cotton before the recent advance,
we can therefore furnish the very best article at
low price KEARSLEI d SHEERER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
FRESH LIME,

INTENDED especially for White Washing. just
received and for sale BY the barrel, on the most
terms. w ). HAM hS-
March 4, ls6s-3t.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11

D0TAT0Es.-w have in store lot ~ tAs
i Early Bose Potato 10 Barreisnf Early Good
rich Potatoes. warranted pure ard true 70 rins,
Just received and for sale by
Feb. IS, 1855. MocUEDY 4 DUKE.
GLOVER, Timothy, Orchard Grsn, Eepsucfy
I J Blue Grass and Englisb Lawn Grass sesds.-
Offal, Corn, Osls, Screenings and Fsuiy Floor.
for sale By NcCIEDY DUKE
FEB. Is, iss3.
Go
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
The Press on the Cabinet.

What the press generally thinks of General
Grants cabinet it may be worth while to know.
Hence we make few extracts from leading
journals:
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
II ELIEF FOR AFFLICTED FENALEsi
TX, PREVENTION AND CURE OF
PROLAPSJS UTERi

Byfis a.s Of a .inple md e".v SHpportsr. isa ~.
rsH'sd and ygfeHfod By Rec JOSEPH FUNK
HOUSER, II Roekiaghaa eoE=iy, Ia.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1869-03-11
from the y. Y. Times. !

He Grant has not only deviated from the
beaten path, but deviated into absolute oddiy
having made such cabinet as no politician
would have advised, such a cabinet as no news
paper could have conjectured, cabinet
which fills his political opponents with wonder
and his political friends with suppressed dis
The Carson daily appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1865-1870, 1869-04-25
THE LATEST NEWS.

We coudrnse IKE following from th
dispatches in yesterdays Enterprise
| Reports are still sent of great food
along the Eastern rivers. The Hudson
the Merrimac and the St. Lawrence nj,
at stages equal in hight with the food:
of 1861. Much damage and distress
are occasioned thereby.
The stockholders of the q. P r. R
have met in Boston, and agreed among
| themselves that everything is lovely.
1t seems that Sprague, Of Rhode
Island, has been making a speech. in
which be assaulted the Senate. the legal
profession and General Burnside Nye
came down upon Sprague like a duck
on a June bug. Chandler, Abbott
Morton, Brownlow and Cameron also
sustained Burnside and belabored
Sprague. Sprague read a speech in
which he alluded to Nye and Abbott ne
puppy and masiiff Abbott took excep
tion to these epithets and demanded
retractiou or satisfaction Sumner
thought be smelt duel and objected to
Abbett's talk about satisfaction Alb
bolt denied being duelist, but said he
must have re,ractiou. Nye advised
Abbott to spank Sprague. That oper-
alton would doubtless have salutary
effect.
England and Canada are excited over
the aspect of affairs as lately developed
with regard 10 the labama and Cuban
questions. The French Canadians are
emigrating il great numbers to the
United States and there is much talk of
annexation. One of the London papers
thinks that if We attempt to wrest Cuba
from Spain both England and France
will pitch into US. Guess not Rus
STA and Prussia are too anxious for
chance at France for that and England
has better business than attempting to
fight Brother Jonathan single han ded
Nothing new from Cuba.
The Carson daily appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1865-1870, 1869-04-25

THE HUGH McDERMoTT OF OUR GRAND
FATHERs.-We find the following descrip-
ton of a singular character in an old Maya
zine:
About 1901 one of the most conspicuous
characters in the London parks was tall,
thin, elderly West Indian, with a salow
wrinkled face, who, wrapped up in costly
furs. paraded in the drives in shell-shaped
carriage, drawn bv two fine white horses
The eccentric but handsome vehicle was
covered with the owners heraldic device-a
cock growing. his shallow, insane, yet cum
ming looking man was that celebrated ANA
teur tragedian, Mr.. Robert Coates. He was
supposed incorrectly to be second Cresus,
and he appeared at London balls covered
with as many diamonds as Count Esterhazy,
who was popularity supposed to drop 81, 500
worth of them every night he went out. His
buttons, even his Enee-buckles, glistened
with diamonds. Insanely vain and utterly
foolish, Romeo Coates appeared on the
stage as Shakspeare's youthful lover, first
at Bath, and then at the Haymarket. The
ridiculous being wore a spangled cloak of
skyblue silk, red pantaloons, much too
tight, a white muslin vest. an enormous
bolster cravat, Charles II. wig, and an
opera hat. No burlesque was ever half SO
funny. He bowed to the audience in the
most extravagant way, and with hideous
grin he took snuff in the middle of the bal
cony scene, and on some one asking him for
a pinch, he handed round his box to his near
est spectators. He dragged Juliet from the
tomb as if she were a sack of potatoes.
When, finally, he had to die, he put down
his opera hat for pillow, and swept place
clean with dirty silk handkerchief. Three
times did this extraordinary idiot die for the
of the house.