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Middletown transcript., 1870-11-05
BOOK, STATIONERY, AND
STORE.

CCHOOL BOOKS and Miscellaneous Works,
- Bibles, Prayer Books and Hymn Books,
Blank Books, in various styles and binding
Tuck, Memorandum and Pass Books.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
Death Superintended by Fasting-A Re-
markable Case.

Yesterday morning at about o'clock
Esq, Of ,hIs town. passed from this life,
after an illness OF more than two week..
brought about IN q most remarkable way.
The facts, ss We have learned them from
intimate friends OF the deceased, ,sre about
ss follows. For tvo or three years past
It has been noticed that the Young msn
held peculiar views upon various subjec,s
and especially upon religion and his lu-
ture state, but IL WAS not surmised that
they were embedded very deeply, much
less TO such an extent as 10 dersnee his
mind on the contrary, being more than
usually gifted with intelligence and scue-
ness, cred, vas gwen hin for more than
the average amount OF common reasoning
sense. lie, however, became fond ct
reading that class OF works on lheorlcal
religion, in the usnscepdsnlal style, TOO
msnv Of which are TO DO found in the II.
braries OF persons who ste not aware Of
The tendency Of these high-tOwn. but de-
lusIve, dlsturbers OF the mind OF the gen.
uine seeker after truth. To such an ex.
tent did he become absorbed IN some OF
the myslicisms and sophIsire. OF these
quscks IN theology. that his brain gave
way and reason, al least upon religious
subjects, took fight. and whilst lsbonng
under the misfortune, became impressed
with the idea that be had some special re-
leious task 10 perform, which could only
be accomplished after he had tasted Jo,ty
days and forty nights, which iea' he be.
gan nearly two months ago, and actually
finished Two weeks since. Every ehou
made during tha, time 10 induce hlm 10
eat utterly failed. and those who were IN
close contact with him oil the time say
that not a mouIhlul ol food passed hls
lips. Strategy, after petsuauon had er.
hsusied itself, was TesoTted 10 by hIs
friends ; tempting frulI aud oiher things
were placed IN bis way. and in such man.
ner ss TO leave him under The impression
that their presence was unknown 10 all
but himself, yeti he reirsIned from parISk.
ing OF them IN every Instance. Oi course,
during this time he became very much rc.
duced, looking more like skeleton than
living human being. Nature at length.
could stand the srrsin no longer, aud
few days before the expiration OF the for.
~ days. he was compelled TO take To bis
bed. and although everything that could
be done for him vas done, he at lsst
gave way. and his spirit sought thai
sphere where the great mystery finds so
luton. Alter the forty days, he was fed
with great care, but his system had sunk
to deeply TO recupera'e. There are very
few in this community who doubt thai
French really did what ho prole'scj to
undertake, namely with the exception Of
drinking freely OF water and smoking con
slderably, to actually live forty days aud
nights without tasting food. !, /, pro.
noUnced by physIcIsns 10 be one OF tho
extremely lew cases OF extended fattng
that has come TO The knowledge OF the
world. Tuice Il UtCk.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
The Woman and the Grow.

Ats certain cross roads 10 the State of
Alabama stood email grocery or whisky
shop, where "busl head" and "chsln
liRhinInp' wero dwelt out 10 the thirsty
unwsshed at five cents a dnnG or twenty
five cents quart. The presiding genius
OF thls delecI.ble institution was one BIll
Skies, who, among many various peH,
had domesllcslec crow, black as the ace
Of spades. ThIs crow had learned. amorg
other lhIngs plainly 10 pronounce the
words, damn you !" which he Of eourse
heard frequently IN the gtnc'Ty. Duung
the prevalence Of kncck-do~n and drag.
out fight one day. however. the cros WAS
frightened from home. and few 10 the
woods never 10 return.
About lhree mile. from the grocery was
a settlement meeting house an old tun.
Die down affair. only used on certain oc.
casions, whena circuit nJcr happened
that way. Into this building went The
crow, taxing peScesble possession {; and
two dsys thereafter the church was
thrown open 10 preaching. and large
crowd assembled among whom was
very old lady. who wss compelled 10 use
cruicbes IN walking, who took her seat IN
the front pcwSsnd was soon deeply sb.
sorbed in the eIoquence OF the preacher.
The reverend gentleman had scarcely GOT
under foil besdway. and commenced
Numbering hI, snsthenss al all grade. ol
sinners, when hosrse, cTOaking voice
from above uttered the onInoU. words
Damn YOU -
The preacher and congfeg siion looked
sghssl al such pfoisnIiy, and each psered
mo bis nei7 tbor's face IN vain 10 detect
some 'ign Of guilt. Quiet was al length
restored. however. and the sermon pro-
ceeded but ere ten minutes elapsed. the
ominous damn you = again electrified
the audience, and JUS, as the preacher east
hi. eyes upward 10 search Tor The deln.
queni, the crow fe- down from his perch
and lighting upon he bible, calmly Sur
veyed the terrified audience and gave an
other dolefu. crosk
damn you -
The efec, wss electrical. Giving one
startled and terrified glance at the inro.
der, the preacher ,prang from the win.
dos, tsrryiD Jog sash. glass. and all with
him, and sci Of a. break neck pace
through the woods. closely followed by
his horor-.nieken congregation. Who had
piled oct Of The building psllmell sfier
him. 10 the general scramble The old
lady with the cruiches had been Knocked
down in lhe church, where che lay ua,.
Die to rise. and. on observing her. the
crow, who was alter something u cal,
few down beside her, aud cceking up a,
her very knosingly, crosksd out:
Damn you -
The old lady eyed bin 'arsgsIy fof
few minutes, and then burst lofb IN a
tone OF reckless defiance
"Ye.. and damn you too ! had moth
ing to d. with getting up this old Melbo-
dl.l meeGng-snd you know it,
The poor old sovl had mi'tsken tie
crow for lbe devil. sod concluded. il poe
.IbIe. TO prOpisis,e bis Sslsnic msje'Iy by
| denying oil omplieIiy In that affair. The
world is full Of just sucn people.
widower wac rerenIy rejected by 3
dsnsel who dIdn', want sG, cIioDs that
bad been warped o,ef."
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
SHEPHERDSTOWN JEFFERSON COUNTY, WEST VIRGINIA. SATURDAY,
THE RHINE WATCH.

The following is translation Of the
new Rhine song, which, set 10 an inspir-
iling tune, has become the German MAR.
seillase" Of the present war
A Ioar like thunder strikes The ear.
Like claDg Of arms or breakers near,
"On for The Rhine, the German Rhine
Who shields thee, my beloved Rhine =
Dear Fslherland, thou needs moi fear,
Thy Rhineland watch stands firmly he:e.
A hundred thousand hearts beat high,
The fash darts forth from eV'ry eye,
For Teuions brave, Injured by toll,
Protect their coun!ry's holy soil.
Dear Fstherlsnd, thou needs not fear,
Thy RhineIsnd watch stands firmly here.
Thy heart may break in agony,
YET Frenchmen thou shslI never be,
In water rich is Rhine thy flood,
Germania, rich in heroes blood.
Dear FaIhersud, thou needs notfesr,
Thy Rhineland watch stands firmly here.
When hesyenward ascends the eye,
Our heroes ghosts look down from high;
We swear TO guard our dear beque't
And shield it with the German breast.
Dear Falherland. thou needs not fear,
Thy Rhlnelaud watch stands firmly here.
As long as German blood still gows
The German sword strikes mighty ,blows,
And German msrksmen take their stand,
No foe shall tread our native land.
Dear Falherlsnd, thou needs not fear,
Thy khineland watch stands firmly here.
We take the pledge. The stream runs by;
Our banners, proud, are waiting high.
On for The Rhine, the German Rhine
We all die for our naive Rhine.
Hence, Fatherland, be Of good cheer,
Thy Rhineland watch stands firmly here.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
TERMS OF THIS PAPER.
THE SHEPHERDSTOWN REGISTER
is PUBISHED WEEKLY

at $3.50 per annum in advance, or if paid with
IN two months after the date of subscription;
If not paid within two months So will be
charged. These terms will be strictly ad-
hered TO.
ADVERTISEMENTS Of one square or less, for
three insertions or less 81 so, and so cents per
square for each additional insertion. Larger
ones in the same proportion. The space Of
- lines Will constitute square
liberal deduction will be made from the
sbove rates, on yearly advertisements.
If the number of insertions be not marked
On the advertisement, hen sent in, it will be
published aud charged accordingly.
jos PAINTING will be executed with neat.
cess and despatch.
All JOB Work aud Advertisements must be
paid for when handed in.
All personal communications will be charged
for at the rate of so cents per square, II lines,
Cor one insertion.
To avoid any misunderstanding on the part
OF the Annual Advertisers, it is proper 10 state
distinctly that their privilege only extends TO
their own immediate business Real Estate, Le-
gal and all other advertisements sent by them
10 be an additional charge, and no variation.
No paper discontinued until all arrearages
are paid up, unless at the option Of the editor.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
TREMENDOUS
EXC ITE M b N T!
BALTIMORE MOVED !

lust received the largest assortment of Dry
y Goods, Fancy Goods, Hats, Caps, Boots,
Shoes, SC, &C., ever exhibited in this County.
Opening Of New, Choice and Desirable Dress
Goods, such as Lenos, Figured Brilliants, Mar
seles, Delains, Lawns, Mozanbiques, Apa-
cas-, Poplins, &C., at prices that defy compell-
ton.
DOMESTICS.-3-4,4- A, 5-4and lO-4 Bleach
and Brown Sheetng, very cheap. 10000 yards
OF Calico at 7, 8, 8, 10 and y cents. Cling
hams, Tickings, Hickory, and many other Do
mestics, cheaper than ever before.
Special attention is called to my we'll Sc
lected stock of Casmeres, Hats, Boots and
Shoes.
have on hand fine stock of White Goods,
such as Marseilles, Swiss Barred Mus!ins,
Cambrics, Nansooks, sc.
My stock of Fancy Goods is complete in eve
ry respect.
NY stock Of GROCERIES are unsurpassed
and take pleasure in announcing to the Far
ming Population that now is the time to pre-
pare for Harvesting, and | have completely
outdone the doer in trying TO accommodate
them in everything required on such occasions.
Come, see, and look at my prices and goods.
pleasure TO show goods.
is Terms-Cash and Country Produce.
VIM. A. CHAPLINE.
June 4, 1870. If
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
The Jute Bug.
Caution 10 Ladies U'ho Don't Uant
Their Skulls Bored.


We have lately printed several pracii-
cal csuions, says the Portland Ne.
Press, against the use Of juie switches,
publishing among other items an account
OF fatal result in Ws!ervllle. Mr. J.
p. Smith, hair dresses, showed US last
evening one OF The vermin which he took
yesterday from a switch, and II is one OF
the most repulsive looking insects that
We wish to see. It's smaller than the
: body OF flea, but, put under an ordinary
microscope, was magnifed 10 length Of
nearl y ihree-quarIeTs OF an inch. IL IL Of
brown color, semi-opaque, with nesrly
as many legs as cenIpede. Projecting
from the head are tao horns, half as long
as the creature, curved like the horns Of
an hex, corrugated like the feelers Of a
lobster. Attached to the rear part OF the
body .re Two pair, Of claws, in two parts.
the upper closing over the lower, like a
parrots bill. The jaws appear &c be Of
extraordinary power, and altogether he
sight Of such a creature causes one 10 IN
voluntarily shrink We hear that several
ladies' in this vicinity have discovered
these things IL their switches, and we
give this additional caution 10 discard this
silly and unsafe style OF headjress. Mr.,
Smith has Ihls specimen al his room, and
those who are curious to investigate and
study the structure OF The animal are al
liberty TO DO so.
The Springfield tMass.) Republican
says on the same SUBJECT The recent
revelations about "jute"-lhe dark f.
brous bark wherewiIh women endeavor
cheaply 10 counterfeit the luxurani
heads Of hair denied them by nature
have been regarded, no doubt, as merely
sensational, or perhaps the product Of
some misogynic Imagination. But the
doubters have no chance. The disgust
ing lille borers that Gil the fbres OF the
JuIe plant, whether used in massive chg
mons or long bunches, are causing live
ly and by no means pleasing excitement
in various quarters. Finding their way
TO the heads Of their laborers they buUow
there until The zeal p is raw, and in some
cases affect the whole nervous system
and crsze tho brain. In this city sew.
veral women lie in danger OF death from
this loathsome insect; one Of these dwels
on the Hill, smother on Dwight street, and
he disease in its lesser form is quite fre-
quenl. Without any hair splitting the
moral seems to be that honesty is the
best policy" in personal sdornmenl as in
business and jute chignOns must take
their place with the poisonous dyes and
lotions of the quacks, as among the im-
pements OF fashionable suicide.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
Crazy on Cats.

In the Fourth Ward Of this city lives
Ellen Mcguire. an lrishwomsn. about six
ty years Of age. Her great forte is cats &.
Nine years since her husband died, and
left her about twenty thousand dollars, in
vested in tenement house property. From
the income OF This she lives, occupying
three rooms and The roof for her domI-
cile.
One night, few weeks after her hus-
band died, she had dream in which she
was told not 10 drown litter OF young
kittens then in the house, but 10 keep
them and their prOgency ill they num-
bered nineiy-three-lhe age al which she
would die if she kept the cats all right.
She was told, as she says, to care for
them, and when the number exceeded
ninety three, TO decide by lot which Of
all the cats and kittens should die And
further. that while she kept the number
good, and cared for them, she need not
insure her property nor employ physl-
clan, for her house would not burn nor
her health fail ill the appointed time.
She has obeyed the instructions Of her
dresm-her property hss not burned nor
her heath failed her day.
Every cat has its name, and comes
when called. When she sleeps they all
manage 10 crawl to resting place on her
bed, and scramble like children TO sleep
on or near her pillow, so she can pet
them. When comes The time for one or
more OF them 10 die, she calls them all 10
her room, tells them the cause Of their az
sembly, mourns with lhem,and by throw
ing dice decides which are TO lve-'he
lowest nunberseounling against the un-
fortunate. To be humane, che kills them
with chloroform, and has the victim skin
ned. She talks to them as if they were
her children. and is only happy when
surrounded by them. And, strange 10
say, the old cat she had when the dream
gave her this work in charge is still 6llve,
and the mother grandmother, and great
grandmother, and so on without end, Of
all the Others. The old lady and the
old cat are great friends, and look upon
each other as persons OF great importance
N J. Democrat.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
DIR. RIC0RD & CO.,
BALTIMORE, MD.

nR.J.E RlCORD s. CO., l4l Fayette ST.,
~ below Howard, has devoted thirty years TO
the especial treatment of Nervous Debility,
Organic Weakness, Spermatorrheo, Loss of
Sexual Power, Emissions of Semen by night or
day, or in the Urine; Diseases Of the Kidneys
and Bladder, Hernia, Female Weaknesses, and
especially those Diseases arising from Impru-
dence of Young Men. Gonorrhea or Gleet Of
years standing, where injections and the or
dnary treatment has failed, cured in eight
days by a local remedy. Syphilis, the last
yestage, eradicated by neutralizer, discov-
cry, and preparation of our own, and which
has gained US such a world wiIe reputation.
A cure guaranteed IN all cases.
None of our medicines sold by the bottle or
package.
April %, 1870. ly
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
Just Received

A T Lauck'. Book Store the largest and most
II varied assortment of MUSICAL IN
STRUMENTS ever brought to this city, con-
sisting in part of American Guitars, BanJos,
Eioins, German and French Accordlons, Con
certmas, Flutes, Ffes, German Harmonius,
Tambornes, sc. Also Violin 4 Guitar cases
Bridges. Strings, &C. All Of the above goods
sold at less than New York retail prices for
Cash. Any Musical Instrument (no matter
what kind) furnished without extra charges, II
not on hand. String and Brass Bands supplied
on reasonable terms All orders addressed to
W. B. Lauck, will receive prompt attention.
Aug. l3, 1870
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10

BH@ TAXES REPEALED The new tax
bill provides that from and after the 6rst
Of October next, all taxes imposed upon
carriages, watches, pianoforles,yachts bI'
lard tables, and gold and silver plate shall
cease. together with tie taxes upon boats,
bsrges, Iegscies, and successions, Pass-
porls and gross receipts Of railroad, insur-
ance aud other companies. After the lsl
OF Msy, 1871, the special or license tax
now imposed upon all kinds OF dealers,
physicishs, lawyers, brokers, claim agents
&c, will be Discontinued, excep, that
paid BY dl.lilIers, brewers, cigars and to.
bacco manufacturer. The tax on sales
cease after the first Of next October ex-
cepI that paid by stamps brokers' TAX
together with the stamp duties on prom
isory notes for less amount than sl00,
such notes now requiring FIVE cent
stamp. The two cent stamp upon re-.
ceipts for money is abolished from Ocso
Der let, and the income tax2l per cen, on
all over 81 900 shall be collected only
during the year 1870 and 1871. The
license tax due May lsI has already been
paid in advance for The present year,
hence persons will not be called upon
again Tor tnsi.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
Music Music ! Music

DURING the past week received from a
~ first class Music Publisher a selection of
nearly one hundred pieces of the latest and
best Music, comprising both Instrumental and
Vocal. l have also made arrangements with
the same publishers 10 furnish me with new
Music as soon as issued. After the eXertion
have made to afford you the convenience and
enjoyment of first class Music as well as
Book Store, hope generous public will give
me that patronage which will justify still
larger increase in both branches of my trade.
Call and examine my stock and hereafter you
Will buy your Music at
iune lS LAUCk'S BOOK STORE.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
C2o'
Groceries,.
ON SATURDAY NEXT.

/ DESIRE to call your attention to my Stock
l. and iiue assortment of GROCERIES, To-
bscco, Glassware, Queensware, &C., selected
with care, and purchased on the best of terms.
am now prepared 10 supply the Spring trade
at the lowest prices, and will be much pleased
to see you IN my new store. | say nothing a
bout low prices. l think you the people of JEFF
feIson are too sharp to be blinded by advertise
ments-that is something l don't believe in.
Cash is my motto, and cash only, or negotiable
notes payable in your Shepherdstown Bank,
within thirty days without Offset. All notes
will be thrown in Bank for collection. My
profits are short because get the cash for my
goods. | furthermore pledge myself TO keep
an orderly house, clean and neat, this L do
for the accommodation of ladies'. These rules
must and snail be kept in force. l heartily
invite you tc come and see my stock.
Yours, +. L. GROVE.
April %, 1870. If
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
SHOO FLY ! SHO0 FLY

<&a As "SHOO FLY" is the order Of
<2S the day, have determined to make
a Slight addition TO it, and have therefore made
large addition to my stock of BOOTS and
SHOES, and desire to make SHOO'S FLY
by selling them at the lowest figures for
CASH.
Full stock of all kinds Of Goods for Ladies,
Gents and Children. Call and get supply for
your family, and then you may say "Shoo Fly,
don't bodder me-" j. S. FLEMING.
May 7, 1870. If
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
WEST VIRGINIA
UNIVERSITY.
ALEX. MARTIN, D. D., President,
with full corps of Professors.

Opened but recently for purposes of instruc-
ton, ibis Institution has already attained ve-
ry extensive range OF patronage and support.
1t possesses the finest grounds and buildings
in the State.
Glasses are formed in all the regular Depart
ments Of Collegiate and Scientific Study.
Special advantages for thorough acquisition
Of the Modern Languages, the Study Of Geolo-
gy, and other branches in the interest Of Agri-
culture.
Chemistry taught according 10 the new and
only correc! system.
Teachers Class every Spring Term.
A valuable Cabinet and Apparatus.
TUITION FROM $l5 TO S24 PER YEAR.
Fall Term begins Sept. 7th. Winter, De-
cember 9Th. Spring, March 2lst
Commencement, June 18TH
IL" Send for Catalogue.
GEO. G. STURGISS,
Sec Board of Regents.
Morgantown, w. Va, Aug. 20, 1870. ly
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
HINKLEY KNITTER.

For Family Use, price $50, Knls EVERY.
rHIxa, uses only one needle, simple, reliable
Circular and sample stocking sent yRtE. Knlts
ten pairs per day, A child can operate ii.
AGEsrs WANTED. Address
Hinkley Knitting Machine Co., Bath, Me,
or l76 BROADWAY, y. Y.
June IS, 1870. 3m
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1870-09-10
SHEPHERDSTOWN
A C. A ID E NJ Y t!
JOSEPH McMURRAN, A. NJ, Principal

JOSEPH McMURRAN, A. NJ, Principal.
THE exercises Of this School will be resumed
! September 5, 1870, and continue 40 weeks.
Pupils will be charged from time of entrance
to close of session, and no deduction made for
absence, unless by special agreement made at
time of entering, and for Protracted sickness.
Terms per Session Of Forty Weeks:
English, with, or without, Latin, Greek
n and Mathematics, $4,000
Junidr English, 5000
Primary Branches at Special rates.
Incidental expenses, 800
Special instruction in English Grammar,
Rhetoric, History and Composition, will be Civ
en- 10 advanced pupils, and frequent exercises
in Defamation and construction Of sentences
Private in.suction WI e given out side of
School hours, to individuals or classes, IN any
branches OF study that may be desired.
Bills are payable quarterly in advance.
For further information apply to Principal.
August l3 1870. 3m