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Eurchn Mineral Wafer. Sarata - >.pc-
1or to all othsrr. For sale by aruegiss. g. s!.yY
Agent No. Hudson River K X t~pot, ysc sstrrt M
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Buy gWaruock & Co.'s
Seven Dollar Dress Nat
"'' ntemansh Ia. ssss.es Dollar.
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LONDON, Oct. 10, 1870.
A despatch from Hong Kong received via Bombay
gives report that the Chinese government declines
TO take any action providing against further out
breaks
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Diabete..--Din bcir- -, oury tuition v,,,.x.,
IL a certain cure Tor IT, Dcpo ~ tiIn rect
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A.-PierS'iuG's PRfg nc
CHAM fIoS sAFKs
lSLy 6rosdwsY, Mrrr,,afr,,,
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A.-InrV Fine Retail Stoca Ccascy4 .,a
a"yA' Csesh1 x In thee world.
BfokAW BROrftExs
Fourth sy-prs. opposite cooper iast ~ IL.
I.afa .t.r.. A.tas
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mr. wade. The English Secretary OF the Legation
at Pekin. teIegraphs the Foreign ONCE, under date
OF september %, that all is quiet Al Pekin and TEN
Tau.
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Report from the English Secretary OF Lc-
CATION.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
SMOKING TORACcO

60 CASES Uncle Bob Lee Creole Comfort.
10 Pride Of Va, iiawatha, Jockey Club,
Pioneer, Two Lips. Grccian Bend. Durham,
Eureka, Scalof Va. May Queen, The Grand Ouch
ess. Fruits and Flowers, and Manitla Smoking
Tobacco.
so Boxes Powhatan Pipes, II. 900 Reed and Root
Stems, lust received and for sale nv
January g. 1870. LLOYD LOGAN.
lust RECEIVED large stock ofLegal Cap
~ Fools Cap Letter Note and Wrapping Paper
Bonnet Boards, Pens Holders, Lead and Slate PEN
ellis, Ink, Cotton. Hemp and Paper Irvine, Ledg-
ers. Day Books, with a general assortment Of Blk.
Books. &c. LLOYD LOGAN.
MANUFACTURER TOBACCO.-326 Boxes
vi Chewing Tobacco, assorted brands. and va
rinus prices. and plugs to the 10. Is cases of
Navy Sweets, SIS and los. do. Bright G's SIS
just Received and for sale by
Jan. ;, 1859. LLOYD LOGAN.
ININE CIGARS.-l2O, 600 Ristori, La Corona,
Bouquet Ladia. Espanula. Sobrinas. Fra
granite, Punch aud other Brands fine Cigars.
Just received, and for sale bv
Jan. 3, ls7O. LLOYD LOGAN.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
HONoRS AND SCHOLARSHIPS.

As special inducements to diligence, three
Gold Medals and Five Honorary Scholarships,
the latter covering tuition and College fees, are
annually awarded.
Three Masters Of Arts are annually appoint
cd as Resident Masters, with valuable priyi-
leges aud emoluments.
The College educates, free of charge, all can
didates for the Ministry, properly recommend
ed. 1t appoints to free Scholarships twenty
five young men intending to make Journalism
their profession 1t gives a long credit TO
meritorious young men without means who
wish an education.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

foine pirl, and now am exiled, jist from me
cousins love for gouM ] am martyr OF The
Grsht wa,her.
Yesterday me cousin STINT me to make q
.-op.-tiou to Mi,hter Dawes, be afiher
Saning his mouth closed in future. met
MIA IN the lobby, ana iuthroduced meself til
him. SAID to him:
"NE>h,er Dawes. me cousin is dapey panied
Al the rrSiarSs - were aither making VIA
-,,arI o. IN. economy that has been exercised
he the government since we had conthroi OF II.
lie Is conscious of the ,hruth Of yer statements,
in hart. but caut sec the necessity OF gintle-
rlan Of yer ability getting up Before folks and
making an as ui vcrself by telling all re Know.
ne arLrowlcdccS the right any man has OF
.n,kira his mind. but respectfully asks We to
have some regard Tor lis Aleings fits al
Office We want. fyich makes We mad, he says
ve have onlv In mention it, an We are as good
as appointed already
Fha. ye imagine The blaggard was ahheT
saving ID. me in reply to that mosht Elegant
spache. Says he:
-Prcsiut me compliments 20 the President
and say % him that have only commenced
on him am going through him in alpha
beticsl order, and have thus far got only u A.,
As for an office. Ak him will he 10 me the favor
to q 10 the diyil, and 90 there yersllf.
tovId ne cousin flat the man said, and
he was sick. I,Iiuk lie will aJdjca;e, fittings
20 on in tais way.
will write yez from tie tomb.
TERENCE MCGBANT.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
DISCIPLINE.

The discipline of the College, under the
control Of the President. tends to develope ho-
nor. manlinesS aud self-respect.
Necessary expenses are not more than 1926
per annum. TheCollegef fees and three months
board, amounting to about Sl75, are required
in advance.
Parents are advised to deposit the funds for
their sons with the Treasurer, experience hav-
ing shown the benefits of this course 10 the
Students.
The session opens the Srd Thursday of Sept.
and closes the 4th Thursday of June.
n9-For Catalogues or other particulars APP
ply to
J. M. LEECH, elk OF FACILITY,
Lexington, Va.
August &c. lssa-ly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
4. ACADEMIC COURSE

The College is divided into distinct Schools,
each fully organized and complete in itself, so
as to afford the best facilities for rendering the
instruction in the several branches of educa-
ton extensive and thorough. The student Sc
lects his own course of study, under the drec-
ton of his parent or of the Faculty; but that
no motive may be wanting to a complete and
systematic course of education, the separate
Schools are so arranged that they may be COM
bined into the following Departments:
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

August22. 1857
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
3. Department. OF Philosophy.

This embraces English, Modern Languages,
Moral Philosophy, History aud English Litera-
ture, with two Others to be elected, one from
the Literary aud one from the Scientific
Schools TO this course is attached the De-
gree of Bachclor Of Philosophy
The Degree of MASTER OF ARTS is conferred
on Students who have completed the course Of
study in nine Of the Schools, and have taken
distinctions in seven of these.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
Q. Dcpartmemt OF Science.

This embraces Mathematics, Applied Msth
cmatics, Natural Philosophy, Chemistry
French, with one other to be elected from th'
Literary Schools. To this course is attached
the Degree Of Bachelor of Science.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

August &c, lSse-ly,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
4. Department OF Arts.

This embraces the subjects Of Latin, Greek.
English, Moral Philosophy, Mathemat c>, with
two others to be elected. ono from the Litera-
~ and one from the Scientific Schools The
Degree Of Bachelor Of Arts is conferred on the
Student whosuccessiully completes this coursc.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
EVERETT HOUSE.

NARTiNSBiRG, IT, TIRA.
VNIIIS Hotel. corner Of Queen and Martin Streets.
having been recently renovated and improved,
offers special inducements 20 the travelling public.
Every com fort will be afforded those who NAV Vi
sit the house. Omuibuscs are ALWAYS in commu-
uicaton with the Railroad Depot 10 convey passen-
gers % and from the Hotel.
HENRY WHEN.
t,,rr,,st % ISc-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
PEABODY INSURANCE COMPANY,
Wheeling, w. Va.
900,
With Privilege of increasing the same to s5OO, 900
DIRECTORS.

VIM Bailey, A. J. Pannell, A. NJ. Adams. Alon
70 Loring, Jas. F Barnes, Jos. II. Woodward
DIR. VIM. J. Bates, Henry Stamm, ThOs. Hughes
VNHlS Company having been fully organized, il
now prepared 70 take risks at fair rates on
Buildings Of all kinds, Merchandise, Manufactu
ring Establishments, Furniture. Steamboats, and
Cargoes on the Western Rivers and Lakes; also n
issue perpetual policies on Dwellings and Stores
This Company being composed mostly Of our lead
ing business men, recommends itself TO the favor
able consideration of the insuring public, and so
lieits their patronage.
"a Applications for Insurance will be prompt
" attended to at the office Of GEO. Z. C0RDELL
4 CO., Agents at Charlestown, jefferson Co. W. V.
Y. c. ARTHUR, Secretary,
W. II. AssEw, Asst Sec'y.
WV. BAILEY, President,
ALoxIo LoRIss, Vice President.
November H. lsCo-tf
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
VI. AZ. s.
NO HUMBUG HERE!

rI,UE sub.cribcr. having lust returned from Fred.
| erick City with an extensive stock OF superior
material is prepared to offer to the citizens Of JEFF
ferson county, the very best bargains in
BOOTS AND SHOES.
manufactured under his own supervision, b. the
best CITY workmcn. His stock is sueh as 20 recon
mend il to every judge Of
LEATHER,
and has been purchased with great care from tbs
manufactorv .! Mcssrs. Bantz Wachter, OF Fred
erick the oldest and most experienced TANNERS
in the State of MARYLAND. As he employs none
but the best workmcn-such "a thoroughly under
stand the trade-and works none other than The
best finished material he feels confident Of HE abll
itv tn give satisfaction. Especial attention given
to the inner quality of
LADIES WORK.
For tho accomu oda;ion Of the trade he riIl keep
on hand, at all times complete assortment "
Ready-Made Work,
which he will warrant to compare with any that
can be found in the country.
REPAlAiSc done in the beet style on ,hc shortcs,
notice. NV WoEE and REPAmISG executed IA
from twelve to iorty-cight hours, and no dsaP-
pointmeuts at the hour promised.
re It must be understood that as cosL is 20.
Qurcd Ia the purchase of all material used ia ny
business and pay of hands, must exact from hl,
y thout respect to persons, CASH on delivery Of
work.
WATERPROOF COMPOSITION.
has constantly on hand a supply Of this yalu-
able article, which has been used during the past
winter with entire sati.iacton by many Of his Gus
toners. lie would refer those who wish 10 know
something Of its value 10 the following gentlemen,
who have used it With effect, viz:-Dr. John d.
Starry. W. J. Hawks. Capt John j. Lock, ". e.
April p, lsGo-ly. J. KEMP.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
Mode Of instruction and
E[Xanlina

To secure constant and thorough drilling,
the Classes are divided into sections Of from
twenty 10 thirty which are taught separately.
In the lower Glasses the instruction is mainly
given by Textbooks and Exercises; in the
higher classes Lectures are combined with
these. The Examinations are both oral and
written, and those for proficiency and distinc-
tinrc ,.nrr thnrnr1nh aud rinil
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

An exchange SAYS Detroit girl has been
fined $50 for screaming murder when a
fellow Rugged her The lover paid the fine.
Our devil saws the girls in this section don't
scream on such occasions.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

AMPS, Lanterns, Cbimneys and Shades An
j 4 endless variety Of Hand and Stand Lamps Of
Pure Bohemian Glass China and Glass beautifully
engraved, richly colored and plain with Marble,
Bronze and Brass Stands, just received from
the Eastern markets. Also, Nests Extra No.
Kerosene OIL for sale BIZ W. :. MASON.
Nov. Il is62.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
3. Department OF Law.

This embraces the School Of Law aud Equi-
", and to it is attached the Degree Of BGche-
Tor Of Lar
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
THE GREAT FURNITURE HOUSE or TIT
SHENANDOAH VALLEY

Furniture for the Million and at price, Cheaper
than ersr knOrn1
DEDSTEADS from 81 To $50 each Bureau,
II from Sl2 to $50; Washstands from g.. so To
SIS; Sofas from S9j TO SlO0, DC, &C.
The Looking Glass and Picture Frame Gallery
has on hand an assortment large enough to supply
all demands Of the trade. People are invited u
call and examine Furniture Of nv own make
Estimates given for Furnishing apartments, res
licences etc as parties NAV desire. at acconmO-
dating terms. FUNERALS attended on short
notice An elegant HEARSE furnished on rea-
sonable terms. JOHN NlLWlG,
No. 81 Main Street, Winchester, Va.
Jan. u, ls70-6m.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

Only four biographers have vet attempted
the life ofpoor Peabody. while at least twenty
women have claimed that they could have
married him If they had wanted to- How
self DENYING some Of those old gals arc, to be
surp
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

"D1 Won believe in second love, Mister Nc
Quadc ?" " Do I believe in second love p
Humph' TIA man buys pound Of sugar,
isn't swate and when it's goro don't be
want another pound, and isn't that swatc,
too Tro,h Murphy, I DO believe in second
love
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

On a certain occasion Of an eclipse in Nir-
ginia, a colorci individual became greatly Ella
ted. " Dress de lord {" said he "uigger's time
hab come at last, and now ives gwine to hab a
black sun
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
III. PROFESSIONAL COURSE.

The Departments Of Engineering were or
gained after the war, to meet a want long
felt in the South of the highest grade Of Scicn-
thc instruction in these important professions
They are now in full aud successful operation
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

Q How long kan goose stand on one leg
4. Try it-thats The way the goose found
out
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
III. Preparatory Department.

This has been organized temporarily, for the
benefit If yo'Rg men, who have been prevent
ed by tie war from obtaining proper Academic
preparation f1r College 1t embraces the sub
iects of Latin, Greek Mathematics and English.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

When person has got 5, far as to accuse
the sidewalk Of trying to throw him down it
is time to 60 home.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

A Dutch doctor has published medical
tract. in which he maintains that ladies Of
weak nerves should not be permitted to sleep
alone It is said that the tract is in great
demand.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

4 dandy swell IN New York is in fix. His
pants were made so tight for him that he can
get his boots on, and if be puts the boots on
first, he can't get the pants on.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

\ chap out in Michigan wanting wife
not as an ornament of society but as a
useful member thereof, thus advertised -
" Any gal what's got bed, coffee pot, a
skillet. and knows how to cut out britchss,
can make a hunting SHIRT. and knows how to
take care Of Young uus, ken have my services
til lc.th narts ON Us
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

A young man wants a situation where the
only heavy thing is the salary he is willing
20 dispense with any amount Of work, if this
can lie guaranteed.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
NEW RULES.

WITH 'he beginning Of The New Icarofls70,
W In order 90 carry on our business. necessity
comrcis us % adopt new rules. We will hereafter
DO work for regular and prompt customers, paya-
able at the end of each month, when payment will
be demanded Transient custom 20 be paid on de-
livery of the work These rules will be strictly
adhered To-. and We hope no offence will be taken
by any Que. WElRiCH Il WELLER.
January s. 1870
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
TO THE FARMERS,
Millers and Others
N THE

COUNTIES or JEFFERSON & CLARKE.
HAyGNG associated Ourselves in business for
the purposes Of The above Card, We will pay
for Wheat. Flour. Corn and all other kinds of Pro-
duce the highest market prices in CASH. or will
Receive and Forwar on Commission, making sales
and returns in the short st time.
STARRY ( LOCK.
n,r..,i L., ln lEE-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
The Old Family Journal.
TIE KNOT OF BLUE AND GRAY.

Upon nv AosoR ,irs
A knot ~ \ a. aud -.rEs.
YOa Nsk me vAc, l-a.s al ny eyes,
As Nv - yoa say
7 Mad two hruthcrs 49,
Warn hearted. bold ana gav
TArv l.ft nv sid~--0rc Dorr 'h1 b,erf
The other wore The gray.
One rod, with S.nnewsa and 81 men,
And iniued his fate % Zee;
he other follnWet SSer'nsn's march
triumphant y tac sea.
Both fought for whEt thcv deemed Tia rigat
And died WITH sword 10 hand
One sleeps smid YirCjoia's hills,
And one 10 Gcorgia's sands.
The zane sun shn uoon their graves-
Ms love unchanged must stay;
And 50 upon nv bOsom lice
The knot Of blue and gray.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

Gently the dews are Ger me stealing as
the man sad when Eve due bills We're presented
Linn 10 one time
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

Marriage said an unfortunate husband.
d" is 'he church ward Of love" And You
men. replied lis wife, O." are the grave digsers. Z"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
?. Department of Mining Engineering.

TINS emUTaces Mathematics, AppNed MatN-
ematics, Physics, Chemistry. Mineralogy and
Geology, Metallnrgy, Mining, German and
English To this Course is attached the Di-
ploma Of .hang Engineer.
1t is proposed still further to extend the
Practical and Scientific Departments in the d.
rcction of
!. Mechanical Engineering. .. Applied
Chemistry. 3. Agriculture. 4. Commerce.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
DAVID H. CocKRILL. JOsEPH II. CoCEEILL
DAVID Ii. COCKRILL & son,
Architects and Builders,
CHARLESTOwN, JEFFERSON COUNTY, VA.

OUR experience in the business which we adver-
~ tse to conduct, and our thorough acquaint-
ance with il in all its branches, enable TO assure
the public that any work entrusted TO US will be
executed in the most workmanlikc manner, and
with the utmo-t dispatch. Having stood to their
posts in the Confederate army during the four
years struggle which it so manfully encountered,
thew have located in their native county, where
their services are offered in building up the waste
places and in carrying out practical reconstruction
Particular attention given at all times TO the
drawing Of plans and specifications; and in the
construction Of
BETRTCAL STAIR WAYS,
where calculation is required they are confident
that thew cannot be surpassed by any workinrn in
the Valley of Virginia,
sfs- Being well known in the community, they
deem it unnecessary TO say more. than that orders
left for them will receive prompt attention.
April 9, lS6S-tf
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
PERFECT MATERIAL

AND TO EMPLOY NONE But
Competent WOrkmen.
thoroughly KILLED their business, he can promise
Boots and shoes,
Tor Gentlemen. Ladies'. Misses and Children, in a
stvle that cannot be surpassed He also obligates
himself To make AL repairs made necessary by the
ripping Of work sold or made at his establishment
free Of cost.
His READTMADE WORK, which will be
sold at the most reasonable figures has been scec-
ted with the greatest care and to the Ladies who
have so literally patrouized him in the past, he Is
able to give a guarantee that nothing will be sold
from his shop that is not strictly what he recon-
mcnds II 10 bc. lie has no desire to deceive, but
wishes to make living By straight forward, hon
est manner OF dealing.
lie will keep constantly on hand large and
general stock Of the very best quality OF SOLE and
UPPER LEATHER. Calf and Morocco skins Ii
nngs and other Findings. which lie will sell at the
lowest prices for cash. lie respectfully asks call
from the public.
N=e. Highest price paid for HIDES in Trade, or
the Cash If necessary.
April %, lsG7-tt SAML II. WOODY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
Custom-Sawing and POst-Borine

done promptly. AZ All orders for Building Ma
terial promptly attended to By Mr.. William Lang
don. Foreman of the establishment.
The CASH SYSTEM which is advantageous to
all parties concerned-will be adhered TO strict
" ne possible.
June 3 lsC9-Iv.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

IN cd gentleman by the name Of Gould
having married very young wife, wrote a
poetic epistle 70 a friend, to inform him Of it,
and concluded it thus
$50 Won sec nv dea- Sir, though I'm eighty
wears old,
4 girl of eighteen is in love Withhold Gould r.
10 which bis friend replied:
a girl Of eighteen rsy love Gold it is true;
But believe tle, dear Sir, il il Gold without l.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

An Irisamau, charged with an assault was
asked BY the iul-e whether he was guilty or
not How can tel, vas the reply, til
have heard the evidence
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

EEPay the Printer !
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
w y L n u 7 :,

Al hiekae,ss,. partly seo'oned, on hand. Also,
BARREL HEADINGS AND SLAVES.
Carpenters and Builders are earnestly solicited
TO give MS a call We employ Mechanics skilled
in all the various branches Of their trade We
hope Nv undivided attention to business and faith
ful performance Of contracts TO continue to merit
a share Of the public patronage.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
c. II. Mcknight JOHN MCKNIGHT
NIcIGNIGHT ~ BRO.
STEAM SAW MILL,
and

WE arc now prepared to furnish Sash, Doors,
W Blinds. Door and Window Frames, Mould
ircs Of every description. Architeaves. Bases Cor
niccs, Brackets, Ncrsndahs, Store Fronts, Store
Doors Counters. Shelving, Stairs, Flooring,
Weather boarding Of every description, and every
other article in wood for building purposes.
We keep constantly on hand
WHITE AND YELLOW PINE PLANK,
fPlaned or in the Rough
Bill Timber, Panncl, Sheating. Oak Fencing
Plank. Oak and Pine Shingles, Laths, &c, &c.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

A little girl, seeing a litter Of kittens for the
hrst time expressed her opinion " that some
body had shaken pussy an 70 pieces.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

An artist painted bottle Of spruce beer 50
naturally that the cork few ont before he
-og.l Ia0, the string 10 asten it.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
Boots * shoes Repaired.

I AN prepared to do repairing Of all kinds at the
| shortest notice and upon The most reasonable
terms most respectfully solicit share Of the
public patronage. / can be found at my residence
one door above the Episcopal Parsonage.
Sep. q, 1868. JESSE BLOCkLEY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

Why is the letter Il verv unfortunate? Be
-arse 10 is always in trouble. wretchedua,s anil
misery Is the becinnincof not and ruin. and
IS never found in peace. innocence. or love.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14
4. Department OF Civil Engineer
ing,

This embraces Mathematics, Applied Math-
ematies, Physics, Mechanics, Chemistry French,
English. Drawing and Astronomy. Students,
who successfully complete this course, receive
the diploma of Girl Ennneey
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-02-14

A negro was caught in a gentIemau's garden
at Roanoke. y. C.. the other night, in close
proximity 20 a lot Of fine cabbage. When in
terrogo;ed as to what he was doing. he replied,
Good Lord dis niEgar can't 60 nowhar to
pyav without lciu' troubled" The next day
it was discovered that he had prayed some
ha.f-dozca heads Of cabbage Of their stalks.