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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-01-01

The Daily Journal is sen; to Halloweli and
Gardiner subscribers by the first accommola-
ton train in the morning. This is deservcdly
8 popular train.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-01-01

There will be religions services this after
noon a, several of the Srstres. The exercises
will be appropriate to the first day of the year.
:. good time to make good resolutions and
pray for strength to enable US to carry them
out.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-01-01

The annual watch meeting generally OBJ
served by the Methodist church throughout
the country, was held at the Methodist church
n this city last evening. The exercises held
until past midnight. and were conducted by
Rev. Mr.. King.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-01-01

The Military and Civic Ball given by the
Capital Guards last evening, was a capital
flair The hall was not over crowded, but
the couples on the floor were sufficiently nu-
merous for comfortable and pleasant occa-
lion. Excellent music was furnished by
Eerrys Quadrille Band.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-01-01

Undoubtedly the memb,gs If the Y. NJ. c.
A. would be pleased to see a large attendance
at the meeting in their rooms Tomorrow after
noon at four O'Clock. A deep interest has
peen manifested of late in these meetings, and
he objec, Of the Association should certainly
enlist the sympathy of the community.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
Death of Hon. Bedford Brown.

The venerable Hon. 2edford Brown died sud
denly at his residence in ciswel County, n.
c., on Tuesday of last week, .gcd about sever
ty-six years. On the previous coy he was uu-
usually well and cheerful, but on Attempting to
rise from his bed on Tuesday morningNbe fell
back speechless, and shortly after expired, host
probably of apoplesy. The Raleigh Sentine
says:
Mr.. Brown has during his long and useful
life, occupied many prominent positions in his
native State and in the Councils of tbs nation,
and always acquitted himself with distinguish
cd honor and acknowledged ability. lie was
born in Caswel County in 1875, and was elect
ed to the lower house Of the North Carolina
Legislature in 1915, where he served for many
years. In 1929 he was elected to the Senate
of the United States, when he was but thirty
four years of age, being, we believe, the young
est man who had ever up to that time been
honored with seat in that body. lie was re-
elected at the expiration of his term, and no
man has ever made more acceptable official
record than his"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
A Good Reason.

Can ans reader tell why, When Eve was
manufactured from one Of Adams ribs, hired
girl WASH, made a; the same time to wait on
her %
We can, easily. iIccause Adam never came
whining to Eve with a ragged stocking to be
darne!, collar string to be sewed on, or a
glove to be meuiei right away, quick now :
Because he never read The newspaper until the
sun got down behind the palm trees, land then
stretched himself, yawning ont, Amt supper
mos. ready my dcar?' Not lie. lie always
made tie fire aud hung on the tea kettle HIM
self, we'll venture, aud pulled the radshcs,
and peeled the bananas, and did everything
else he ought. He milhed the cows aud fei
the chickens, and looked after the pigs him
self. He never brought home half dozen
friends to dinner, when Eve hadn't any fresh
pomegranates, and the mang season was over.
lie never stayed out until IL o'clock to
ward meeting hurrahel for the out and out
candidate, and then scodng because poor,
dear Eve was sitting up and crying inside the
gates. To be sure he acted rather cowardly
about apple gathering time, but then that
don t deprecate lis general hclpfulness about
the garden. He never played billiards, nor
drove fast horses, nor choked Eve with cigar
smoke He never loafcd around corner grocc-
res while solitary Eve was rocking little Gains
cradle at home. In short, he didn't think
she was specially created for the purpose Of
waiting on him, and wasn't under the impress
slol that it disgraced man to tighten hI,
wiies care a little. That's the reason that
Eve did Int Use a hired girl, and We wish it
was the resso' that none Of her fair descend
/ ants did.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
Quick Trip.

Mr.. James Gilfllin, chief clerk Of tie loan
department at Washington, was recently
dispatched to San Francisco by the Uaited
States Treasurer, with four other treasury
CLERKS, on speci.l business The party leit
Washington by the Baltimore and Chic rail
road on the 18th ultinio, and went direct
through to San Francisco in 5ne Of the new
palace cars belonging to the Baltimore snd
Ohio Railroad Company in seven days. The
party carried three million dollars Of green
backs to replace tho worn-out currency on the
Pacific coast. The money was delivered over
to Mr.. FELTON,, United States sub-treasursr
at San Francisco, aud Mr. Gidllin and his
companions left on their return on The ,itorn-
ing Of the lst instant and reached Washington
10 S'y days aud eighteen hours. The car was
IN charge of Mr. J. 7. Dnkshart, of Baltimore,
the experienced and energetic condactor.-
lhls Is the second trip across the plains Mr.. d.
has mads ~ithin the past six months on a
similar erraLd
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
Left Over.

A funny story is going the rounds in PaTit.
4 lady in the FIRST society was recently obliged
to dismiss her nurse on account Of an excess of
visits Of private soldiers too often repeated 49,
After choosing IS a successor to this criminal
a very pretty gin, tic lady, explaining why tie
first went away, enjoined it on tao second ut
to DO likewise She admitted that she shouliat.
can endure good deal, said tho lliy.
but soldiers about the kitchen ! wont cu-
durc"
After week or ten days, the lady came one
day into the kitchen, opened the cupLoafJ,
and discovered youihfOl military.
Oh, na'am," cried the girl, freightenci
give my word never saw thar soldier be-
fore in my life--hc must have been one of tic
old Oues left over by the other girls"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
A Bogus Quaker.

Men who undertake to play quaker fhluiI
understand the English language, or they may
be caught by the sober looking broad brias
who will enjoy a quiet laugh at the attempted
imitators expense. A case 10 point occurred
at tie same time Of the last yearly meeting
at Newport, r. l. The story is told Of back
man ofthat ci:y-a jealous Methodist, by tie
way-who donncd the Quacker coat aHi
broadbrim and meeting the drab-colorei r.s-
itors at the depot, meekly asked, "Will me.
have carriage" Glad to patronize brother,
as he expected, they filed up his vehicle iB-
mediately, when, TO the amusement Of tho b.
ISLANDERS, be drlwlei out, Where's tio1s
baggage?" It is needless to say that the tick
was seen through by the occupants, who leit
in disgust and the funniest part Of Il Is that
20 this day he can't imagine how they Lall
him out.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
Integrity is Capital.

Young men in business, write it wherc il
will meet your eye continually, that higb.
toned, unyiclding uprightness is the first
requisite and the most valuable element in tic
capital Of successful business. With troops Of
friends and ample funds to begin with, young
man without truth and uprightness will soon
wreck the lairest hopes. But let young bus
mess man be all right in bis principle, lie will
win success In spite Of slim capital aud fcw
friends at the beginning. 1t is hardly possible
for young man OF high moral character g.
fail Of success, if he will patiently and indu,-
triously apply himself to bis business Hun
dreds Of good meh watch with interest the ei-
forts Of such, and are glad to say kind wo-l
or lend helping hand.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
Cure for Styes.

Put teaspoonful Of soda in a small bag
pour on it just cnough boiling water to moisten
1t, then put it on the eye pretty warm. Keep
it On all night, and in the morning the styc
will most likely be gone If not second ap-
pcation is sure to remove it. We have also
heard that the white of an csg, applied to the
cyeid with feather just before retiring, soon
effects cure, Styos arise from, the impurity
Of the blood, and no permanent cure can be
effected by a mere external application. The
blood should be kept in healthy condition by
the frequent use of some mild purgative--say
dose of rhubarb and magnesia.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
POETRY.
THE WOLF AT THE DOOR.

You're tired dear mother your cheek is quite pale;
Won't you lay down your sewing and tei me tale
OF fairies that sent in the good times Of old,
Rich banquets, and Jewels, and purses of gold?
Not about little Riding Hood crossing the moor,
"as The wolf that she met like our wolist the door,
shall we neter walk out where the houses 90 tall,
nave iaee Der each window and lam in each hallt
""e'e ene surly-haired children play over the
sore?
l think we might steal BY the woif at the door
Illlsy down your work-oh how warm /, will be-
Nv nice little cloak why thougb, ;tw,s for me
Once. always in garments as fine was dressed
But shan't ask for this, il you thinE 'tvould be
best;
Yet | can't understand what you told me be,ors
That it might for while keep the wolf from the
door.
The clothes have on are go thin and so worm
| try 10 be thankful they never stay torn;
But should like some new ones, with tsssels and
braid.
And stocking not shrunken, nor faded, nor frayed;
And pair OF new shoes--how they'd creak on the
foor
But then he might hear them-the wolf at the
door!
The-room's growing dark and can't see to play
By the light of the lamp that shines over the way;
And the shadows tat nit eF lls Sledul OH bi1 nai
They frighten me. coming so shapeless and tall
Oh how would beg for a candle once more,
II YOU thought he'd not see us-the wolf at tie
door.
And the fire on the hearth, it has died away quite
Won't you kinde a new one, dear mother, 20 night?
Don't YOU love the soft flames as they craekle and
glow2
They wohld warm your poor hands, that are cold
As the snow;
And the kettle would sing-hark lis that the
winds rOar?-
Oh, mother II fear tis the wolf at the door
Well hear me m prayers, and I'll lie down in bed,
And while your soft arm is passed under my head,
Won't you tell me again to be trusting and brave,
Though march over thorns on my way to the
grave?
To keep sin from my heart lest it eat to the core
Dear mother, 10 sin like the wolf at the door?
And tell me Of mansions still grander than those,
Where the rich children play and the grass green.
" grows;
Where they'll give me bright robes and a crown
for my head
And on fruits from the gardens Of God I'll be fed;
IN. mother to think there we'll live evermore,
And be in no fear of the wolf at the door!
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
Forgot 0 Wink

A dashing young beau o;our city, who has
sweetheart in the country, VS. delighted
few days since to welcome her hther at his
place Of business. BY way of initcssing a
due sense of Importance upon bis futurehther-
in-law, lie " showed him around" and durhc
the walk the old gentleman becoming dry, y
desired information as TO the best place to get
a toddy. The young man innocently answer
ed that he had heard it could be obtained at
the bar-rooms but as he never INDUCED, him
self, he could not say. lie agreed however,
to show the old man TO one on condition that
he was not 10 be asked 10 drink The bar
keeper attended TO the wants Of bis companion,
and then, turning TO our young friend, said
" Ne use to ask what you take-you always
drink gin r. at the same time setting out bot
tie OF that fluid, and pint goblet.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
Saturday, December "a, 1870.
Good Movements.

The burden Of taxation, direct and indirect,
has been absolutely crushing to large portion
of the people, aud therefore any measure look
ing to relief will be hailed with pleasure, wheth-
er from Radical or Conservative. The Inter
-.--s IL, 80 s.of'- s ~ C r''icers, .ll
partissns Of the Administration. Mr. Kelley,
Radical, by anticipating the efforts of the OPP
position, rescues his party from portion of
the odium which has been accumulatng for
several years, and which must eventually crush
it, if Boutwell's policy be persevetcd in. The
following proceedings in the House on Mon
day deserve attention:
Mr. Kelley, of Pennsylvania. introduced a
resolution, which was paSsed-yeas l64, nays
5-declariug that the true principle of revenue
reform points to the abolition of the present
internal revenue system, which was introduced
as war measure, aud is continued at a cost Of
millions Of dollars for an army of collectors, as
SvsSurs aud detectives, and an abandonment OF
taxation upon the large class Of articles now
taxed, but that distilled spirits, tobacco and
malt liquors should, under proper regulations
he taxed 50 long as the cXigeucies of the go
vernment require revenue to be collected from
internal taxes.
Mr. Cox, Of New York, introduced resou-
tion, which was referred to the committee on
ways and means, providing lor the abolition Of
the internal revenue system, and the assign
mcnt of each States quota OF taxes to support
the general government to the several States,
to be collected by them aud paid into the fed
eral treasury.
Mr.. Cox Democrat, also strikes at the root
Of the evil In truth, there is no need Of so
intricate a system. Ajax on wbiskey, taking
the capacity Of the still, upon tobacco, and
upon few other luSnrics would be sufficient
to meet the interest Of tic ubic debt and
provide small sinking fund for the principal.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

\ CoScrEHTIoUs DEMOCRAT Wear Mars
ton, Of North Hampton, y. H., lived aud died
a respected citizen and conscientious Demo
crat His will provided that his executor
should select six true Democrats to carry him
to the grave, who should be paid from his es-
tate Sc each, and no funeral services should be
held over his remains unless some minister Of
she Gospel could bc found to conduct the ser
vices who had never preached political or war
sermons. The provision was strictly carried
out at his funeral - ErchGHge.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
VOL. 6O.---VOL 6, NEW SERIES.l
VIRGINIA FREE PRESS.
TERMS.

zs-The FsEE Pass Is published weekly at Tro
Dll1or. and Fitty Cents per cHnuri IN qdrOHes.
ES-THREE DOLLARS il not paid in advance.
1s- O.s Dollar aad Ftfly csaf' for .tr mouth.
S5~Thc terms Of advertising are, for square
fcn, ireh' or less, one Da7o~ cs3 F.f,y Cent, for
.brce insrrtions-larger oues Ga the same proper
,iou Each continuance Fif%Cert-.
aS-No advertisement Co b. ccesi6ered by the
month or wear unless specified on the Manuscript,
or previously agreed upon betwrec thc parties.
~ An advertisement not marked on the copy
or specified number ofinsertioas viii De continued
until ordered out, and paymcotcSac,ed accordingl,
rN~RgarIAR ADysErssveSr,.-To avoid any
Misunderstanding on the par. of the Annual Adver-
tssrs it is proper 70 state distinctly that their Pri-
vilege only extends % their immediate business
Real Estate Legal and all other advertisements seu;
bv them 70 be an additional charge, sad no ysria-
tion.
ssg- Obituary Notices Of more than 6velines viii
be charged tor.
JOB WORR--Posters, Sale Bills, Circulars
Cards DC, executed promptly, neatly, and at fair
prices.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
The Virginia Valley Railroad.

Several months ago the people Of Roanoke
county, Va, voted in favor Of subscription Of
5000 600 20 the capital stock of the Valley
Railroad Company. In obedience to the ver-
dict Of the people the supervisors Of that coun-
ty met last week, and formally authorized the
subscription The Roanoke Salem Times
says:
This renders certain and speedy the con-
struction Of the most beneficial thoroughfare
ever opened to the people Of the Valley Of
Virginia from the Roanoke at its southern, to
the Potomac, on its northern extremity. With
pride and pleasure we anticipate the compile
ton Of this noble railway. when for distance
Of more than two hundred miles the iron horse
will exultingly career through magnificent
land Of unriyaled fertility, beauty and salu-
brity.'
In another article the Times remarks:
Salem was enlirencd during the first Of
the week by the presence Of number Of no.
ted strangers, friends of tie Valley Railroad
enterprise. Among them we're Robert
Garrett Esq. of Baltimore, president f the
road; Judge Shefiey Of Staunton, Colonels
Masse and Allen and Major Tutwiler, of Lex
ington, Judge Houston and Major J. ". John
son, of Botetourt, and Major Randolph, the
engineer of the road. They expressed much
admiration Of our picturesque and productive
valley, aud were highly pleased at the result
of the action Of our supervisors. They pre-
dict that the Valley railroad inOw certainty
will be completed and in full operation before
the expiration OF two years.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

WAsHIYGToY BRASCH-REDUCTioN OF
FARE.-In pursuance Of the purpose seannounced
in the report of the Finance Committee, the
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company has or
dercd an immediate reduction Of twenty per
cent-the whole amount Of the State tax-to
be made on the fare Of s1.5G, now charged be-
tween Baltimore and Washington, thus redu-
cling the fare between The points named to
Sl.2O.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

THE " WORLDS WRETCH. The " fashion
able phrase" now applied to John II. Surra;t
by the truly lo-i - is, the worlds wretch. "
They charged him with being concerned in the
assassination Of President Lincoln, bounded
him almost all over the world, caught him,
brought bin home, tried him, and a jury Of
his country, upon the clearest evidence Of bis
innocence, failed 10 convict him, and he was
discharged from confinement. And yet after
all this, he IS the worlds wretch. '-Alerdn-
dria Gazette.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

FoR TICE-PREsIDEST-A movement is Sc
riously contemplated in Virgmia, having forlts
effect toe nomination Of Gov. Gilbert G. Wal
ker, of that State, as the democratic conserva-
tive candidate for Yice-President in 1872.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

FRUITs or ADvERTIsIsG.-An exchange
says: family In Florida lost their little
boy and advertised for him in 4 daily paper.
That very afternoon an alligator carwled up
out of swamp and died on the front door
step. In his stomach was found handful Of
red hair some bone buttons, a pair Of boot
heels, glass alley, pair Of check pants aud
a paper collar. The advertisement did it,"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

It's stated in North Carolina papers that
Senator Abbott will exert himself to prevent
the removal Of Governor Vsnce's disabilities,
and then assert bis claim TO the seat TO which
Vance has been CHOSEN, on the ground that he
Senator Abbott received the next highest
numer of votes in the senatorial election, and
is therefore entitled to seat should Governor
Vance continue under the congressional ban.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

NEgRo REPREsEsTATIyz.-0n MONDAY Jn-
seph H. Rainey, colorcd, who was elected fr'm
South Carolina, to I'll the seat made vacant l'y
the expulsion Of Whittemore, appeared, and
took the oath Of office lie is located auois
bis white radical brethren in the Souiii-ve,t
corner Of tie hall. lie was born 10 Ge.r@e-
town, D. C., in 1892; is a bright mulaitO "i'i
looks ike a Cuban.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
PIANOS. PIANOS.
SEVEN GOLD MEDALS,

CHARLES NJ. STIEEE,
~ tts different Fairs hci{ in the South, az
October and NoreRber 1869,
For tb, Best Pianos over Eight different New
York, Philadelphia and Baltimore, Pianos.
UFrrer ANp NEW WhuEEo0N No. 2 NoErH
LuysrY ~. BALTIMORE, MD.
AtTIEFF'S PIANOS have an the latest improve
- uer;s. including the AGKAFFE TREBLE,
ivory Fronts, and the Improved French Action
fully warranted Tor firs lcJrs.
Secondhand Pianos and Parlor and Church Or
-srs Of my own make, always on hand, from so
tr $500.
Referee. who have our Pianos in use
Con H. r. lee, Lexington, Nirgjuis. Cen
EobL Ransom. Wilmington. y. G.. Gen. d. II.
UIU. Charlotte, y. C.. Governor John Letcher.
Lexington, Virginia. B. F. Harrison, Warren
Ely. John r. Packett, John Burns, Andrew Al
drij--. Charles Lsngdou. Thos. c, LacNlnud, Dr.
Cardrl Wu. e.. Butler, Thos. y. lsbell, OF Jeiitr-
SON County
send to. Circular containing zoo names Of per
sons IN the South who have bought the Stieu llano
since the close of thr War.
TERMS LIBERAL. \ call is solicited.
December g. lN63-lv.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

Fiie right" said an oficerto his COMPANY.
a Bedad," said an Irshman who stood nriv
sharpening bis saw, it's me property. aud J. Il
be after doin as plase wid it"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

Scientific men have recently discovered that
the poison taken into the system, from contin-
ual smoking Of tobacco, will cause death in
one hundred and sixty-seyen years. We warn
onr readers who have been smoking nearly
that time to break themselves Of the habit at
once
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

William Glaciers children in Iowa, made a
playhouse between two Of his hay stacks. 10
order to make tea" they needed fire, and
made a biz one-out Of fifty tons Of hay and
a large barn near by. One Of the children
Just escaped with his life
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

To bring up a chill in the way he should
go-travel that way yourself
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24
Andrcw IImntcI..

Solicitor in Matters of Bankruptcy,
HAVING specially prepared for the business
and not being excluded from the United
States Courts; will prosecute, diligently, all aP-
plicatnus for the benefit of the late Bankrupt law
committed t0 him.
alc- Hc viii regularly attend the Federal Court
az Ci4rksburg, and elsewhere as the cases may re-
guire.
Charlestown, July 25. lS67-tt
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-12-24

Born to blush unsecn-basbfal colored folks.
New-York tribune., 1870-01-29
LITERARY.

7Re Communist St. Louis, Mo-, by Alexander
Langley, is the newest monthly laid on our table
Its price is 80 cents year; but to those whO nave
no money, it is sent for nothng-which is moderate
aud in accordance with its principle. II the millions
are not enlightened as to Communism on those terms,
AZ must be their own fault.
We have known Communists whom we conld
thoroughly confde in but we have no faith ID thelr
doctrine 1t will never work, because it is not Just
One man sees fit TO work diligently and live fmgaly
from boyhood; another prefers to feast and dance
and drink, or las he says to live as ne
goes along" The farmer aecumulates property; the
latter does Mt but will by-and-by be found grum-
bling that the rich grow richer and the poor poorer
So they do and will so long these contrasted dis
positions are manifested. If the rich mans son is
prodgal, while the poor mans chooses TO work and
save, the next generation will experience reverse
of postions II is Mt in the power of law or govern
ment 10 make this otherwise than as il is. We be-
heye in Cooperation; we reject Communism Still,
there are those who do not and they may choose to
read The Communist.