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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
Gov. Jacob and the Democratic Press

lnalludins to the course determined upon By
Gov. jacob in becoming an " Independent
Candidate" and receiving the endorsement o.
the entire Radical press Of the State, the Mar
tinsburg Statesman says:
with all his acknowledged personal merit
and popularity, there is but one single demo
cratic paper in this part Of the State, or indeed
throughout the entire State, which has shown
any disposition 10 sacrifice the interests Of thciI
party to their personal predictions, and that
is the South Branch ht,e'lgeHce,, published in
Romuey. al who know its editor, Mr. IIar-
per, know lis groa, worth and integrity Of
character and his personal attachment to Gov.
Jacob must be strong Indeed to cause him to
sever himself from his party aud friends on this
issue
The Shcpherdstowu Register, which has 20
well defined political status although inclined
to be democratic has not yet unlurlel the bau-
ner OF our State ticket in its columns
The Dwelling House of Mr.. Stephen Nc
Carly, at Mountsyile in Loudouu County, was
partially destroyed by ire on the 22d ut. The
loss Is estimated At about Sl,50e-uo iusyI-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
WANTED |!
10000 Pounds rWocIcn
Rags.

DASH will be paid for 10, 600 pounds Of Wooden
I Rags delivered Mt the FREE PRESS onicc.
in small or large quantities They must be As free
from cotton as possible; they must also be clean.
Cotton Rags, and Paper such rs old neyspa-
pers, old account books Old envelopes ami letters.
scraps, and in fact any Kind OF paper except dig
Wall paper and brown straw paper. BE careful
and keep the cotton rag and paper separate from
the wooden rags, as the cotton rags and paper ate
worth none than the wooden.
Remember. the cash is paid Cor them attha
July 6, 1872. FREE PRESS OFFICE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06

I An now receiving my second supply of SUN
I Ser GOODS-CalicOs. Hickory, Blcachcd
and Brown CottOns, Cottonsdcs, Linen, Plaid
Coffee, Rice, Salt, Bacon-a large lot Of country
cured at 10 cts: Cheese, Corn Starch, FayOTing
Extracts, Scythes Riilcs Whetstoncs, and many
other goods, which j oiler at very low prices, on
reasonable time, 90 prompt purchasers.
JOHN w. GRANTHAN.
MiddIcWay, June %, Is72
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
NEW GOODS.

w + are now receiving goods suitable for the
w season, Calicocs, Blcachod and Unblcached
Cottons, Hickory, Striped and Plaid Cottons, Cot
tonades, Linen, Drillings, Notions. Quccnswarc,
Harvest Groceries, q. s. and Pine Salt, Crushed
Granulated, Poadercd, 4. Refined and Brown Su-
gars, Coffee Green and Toasted iiOlnssos and Syr-
ops, Rice. Tea, Cheese, Maccaroni, Chocolate and
Cocoa, Extract Lemon end Vanilla, Corn Starch
Jcatine, Potomac and y. &. Herring, Mackercl
in Kits and Hall Bbls., Shad, Shad Roc, all Of
which VIC offer at low prices for cash Or country
prodGce.
June 10, 1872. KEARSLEY d SHEERER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
The Great Northwest.

We may be mistaken, but the signs appear
to our minds to indicate general uphcaial in
all the Western States in favor of the Liberal
ticket Fusion is the word everywhere of all
the elements opposed to the present corrupt
and dcspotic Administration. The cordial and
enthusiastic blending of the two great Convcn-
tons in Illinois, just on the heel Of the reyou-
ton in Indiana, speaks no uncertain sounds
The same spirit of harmony and enthusiasm
appears to pcrvade all the Prairie States To-
wa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Missouri, and Kan
sas are III motion throughout their borders,
and Democrats and Liberals are zoalously Goa
lesring for the common dgliySrance.-Rich-
mgrd Wig.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
FEEEHoLD, NV JERSEY.
june 2Sth 1879

June 18th 1872
10 Edrin ". Chamberlain, Prcsidcat ColraiJus
COHceEfiOH, Boston, Nus
SIR: Your letter informing mo that tie
convention Of the labor reform party which
met at Columbus on the ODD day Of February
last placed me 10 nomination for tie Office If
Vice President of tie United States bas Jeen
received. l feel Lonored by tie preference
thus expressed by the representatives Of a
large and influential body Of my fclow-citi-
IONS.
/ am in favor Of all legal and Just measures
that tend 70 Improve the condition Of the
workinsmen. have always been member
Of the Democratic party. For nearly thifty-
five years ! have shared its triumphs and de-
ieats, adheriag to its fortunes because | con-
slider It's success essential to good government
and the elevation Of the laboring classes -
Having been placed in the important public
position as the nominee Of that party, am
bound in honor, as well as ~ inclination, to
stand by its organization and abide by the
decision Of its national convention. To lie the
candidate Of one party while supporting the
nominees Of another, although the two may
agree substantially in principle, would be in
consistent, aud therefore respectfully decline
the nomination rendered me by the convention
you represent. JoEL Packer.
Ex-Governor Vance. Of North Carolina, is to
LAKE Tie stump Tor Greeley
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
Annual Meeting of the Jefferson
County Bible Society.

rINHE Jefferson County Bible Society. auxiliary
to the American Bible Society, will hold is
Annual Meeting on MONDAY, JULY $. 1872 az
10 o'clock, A. NJ, at the Presbyterian Church ia
Charlestown. Addresses will be delivered by
Daniel Il. Lucas, Esq, and others. The members
and public generally are respectfully requested "a
attend. Officers for the ensuing wear viii be cleo
ted R0BT. 4. BROWN, Prcs't.
W. II. TRAvRRs, Sec'y.
July C, 1872.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
Letters Of Declination.

Judge Davis and Gov Parker have both de-
clined the Columbus nomination of the Labor
RefoImcrs We append their letters.
BLOoMlYGToN Iowa.
June 9th 1872.
70 Hon. E. ". Chan,Jcrlain, President Columbus
Contention, BosfoE, Mass:
Ny Dear Sr: The National Convention Of
Labor Rciomers on tie 22d of February last
honored me with the nomination as their candi-
date for the presidency. Having regarded
that movement as the initiation Of policy and
purpose to unite the various political elements
IN compact opposition, consented to the
use Of my name before the Cincinnati conven-
ton, where distinguished citizen Of New
York was nominated. Under these circum-
stances deem it proper 10 retire absolutely
from the presidential contest, and thus leave
friends who were generous enough to offer me
their voluntary SUPPORT free to obey their CON
ylctions Of duty, unietterod by any supposed
obligation. Sympathizing earnestly With all
just and proper measures by which the condi-
ton Of labor may be elevated aud improved. |
am, with great respect, your felow-citizen.
DAVID DAVIS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
DIR. a. T.. SMITH,
H

HNENDERS'hls serviccs to the citizens of Charles
i town and vicinity. Office 0t residence. Full
upper sets Of Teeth, from Sl2 to $40 partial dNo
IS TO $40. Filings from 81 upwards. Extracting
only 80 cents All work warranted, and satisiac-
ton guaranteed. Ey- References when required.
June 20, ls72-ly.
NTINES.-I have just received some very luc
w. Madeira and Port for Church and Model
nal purposes. GEO. I. LIGHT.
DRANDY-Th The very finest French--pure, for
ID sale by GEO. I. LIGHT
WHISKY-Purc Rye, just received and ior
w sale by GEO. y. LIGHT
I,HEWING TOBACCO-B. +. Gravcly's bot,
" ! have now for sale very cheap.
Smoking TObaccO-Pride of Virginia, 70ct7.
Cigars from 3.75 to 1900 per box some very
cheap at 300 per box. GEO. 7. LIGHT.
n ARTIN'S Anodyne Mixiurc-fure cure for
Ni DiaFrhGa, Dyscntery and Pains; for child
aud man, perfectly innocent Prepared and sold
by GEO. 7. LIGHT.
A N0DlNE POWDERS for Summer Complaint
n in Children. Those are old Recipes aud have
been thoroughly tested and tried. Prepared aud
sold only by GEO. 7. LIGHT.
" ARNlSllES. Coach No. !, Copal, Zinc and
Y Japan. have just received q fresh lot gni
will sell cheaper than ever.
June 20, 1872 GEO. 7. LIGHT
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06

EsY virtue Of on Act Of tie Assembly Of
h' West Virginia, passed February J, 1872.
authorizing tic issue of Slj,O 900 Of Bonds for
the purpose of constructing Court-iloaao and
jail in Charlcstown, said Bonds not 10 BE-
disposed Of for less than par, and may bc-r
interest at the rate Of 10 per cent per annum,
payable semi nually-January aud July
the entire loan must be paid up in ten years,
we, the undersigned, Commissioners, will
receive written proposals for tho entire Loan
or any part thereof, until the 10th Of July
Said bids must be at par, and state at what
rate OF Interest they will be takcn-not exceed
ing 10 per cent. per annum. The Bonds arc
to run ten years, with the privilege Of recall
after three years at the option oi the County.
They may he termed BIOS.
Bids may DO made to the Commissioners, at
Charlostown, Jefferson County, West Virginia,
or to the First National Bank Of Jefferson nc
Charlostown, Or to the Bank of CharlostOwu
LOGAN OSBURN,
JAMES II. MOORE,
JNO G.. COCKRELL,
JNO. }. LOCK,
june 90, ls72-3t. Commissioner.
Citizen, Frederick, Nd. publish times and
send bill to this Office.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
From the Hartford Times
Letter from Horace Groeley---H
Position III Regard to the Democrats.

The following is an extract from private
letter to a gentleman in this State. Though it
was never intended for publication, the gentle
man 70 whom it was addressed has deemed it of
sufficient interest and importance to justify its
publication
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
NEw YoRK, juno II, 1872

NEW 1Okk, JUNO IT, IoI-.
have no possible claim TO Demo-
cratic support, and never made any. The
Democrats will Of course be governed by a
consideration of their own interest. II is no.
wise proper or probable that they should be
influenced in making their decision by any
consideration personal to myself, and if they
nothing to any Democrat. unless he first aa-
dressed me. And, even then, l have gone 10
further than to say That, if should be elected,
l would treat all those who suppoited me alike
not asking whether they had been in the past
Republicans or Democrats.
Yours.
HORACE GREELEY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06

The Greeley and Brown Clubs Of Richmond
city, some eight OF niue in number, have or
ganized an excursion 10 Baltimore, 10 take
place at the time Of the meeting ofthe Nation
al Democratic Convention. It's probable that
they viii carry at least four hundred men, ul5-
formed in Greeley hats and coats, with two
bands ofmusic
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
Charlestowu, July J, 1872.

PoSr OFrICE-The name Of Guiltord Sta
ton, Loudoun County, Va Is changed to Lou
doun
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
Notice to Contractors and
Builders.

DLANS and Specifications for Jail to be
Il built upon the site Of the Old ono in
Charlestown, will be received by the commit
tee until The Second Tuesday in July lS72.-
They may be left with Jas Law Ilool, at
CharlcstowD.
June 10, 1879. j. p. 4. ENTLER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06

The July or quarterly term Of Clarke Coun-
" Court will commence Is session Oh Monday
tlc s.L.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06

The Marion County Lijcralist, the demo-
cratic paper published at Fairmeut, fayors the
nomination Of Hon. c. j. Faulkner for Con-
sress Tue Maftinsburg Statesman says ." the
sentiment in his favor is equally strong in
Webster and PocahoRtas."
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06

VIZ b. DUEL'S Hay and Harvest Grinder, just
w the thing the farmer wants, t0r sale By
June Is, 1872. JAS. LAW. HOOP.
HORSE Muzzles. Horse and Hay Rake. for sale
~ JAS LAW HOOP.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06

TIE LDIT0EIAL ENCUEslONisTs.-IHILA-
DE-rrIA, July 5.-Tho Southern editorial eN-
cursiOn patty viii arrive here tomorrow, aud
be pyesoat at the annual dinner given 10y Mir.
Chi!ds 10 three bundled newsboys in the
Ledger Building. The company will also re-
ceiye tickets for an entertainment at the As
sembly Rooms by Siguor B'it2 in the evening
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06

The Washington Patriot wisely and proper
ly remarks that whatever differences OF opin-
ion may have heretofore existed among Demo
Gratis in regard to the Presidential question, the
time has come when the voice of discord
should be hushed, and a united eiTos. made to
harmonic our counsels and actions"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-07-06
Moro Now Goods.

Citizen, Frederick, Nd publish times and
send bill 10 this Office.
Herald and tribune. [volume] (Jonesborough, Tenn.) 1869-current, 1872-03-21
THE VOICE FROM NEW En-
GLAND.

Contrary to the universally expressed
opinion. we cannot see how the sweeping
Republican victory in New Hampshire
has strengthened the influence of the
President and improved the probabilities
of his denomination and reelection. The
one has always been acknowledged and
the other never doubted by any rational
and observing mind. 1t is true that the
mightiest efforts of the opposition were
concentrated in the New Hampshire cleo
ton to sha: Q d the wand of the Presidents
power and popularity. The pan phleted
logic of Sumner, the rafting philippios
of Schurz and the impeacbing onslaughts
of Trumbull candidate for Prcsident) re-
inforced by the patriotic counsel and un-
selfish wisdom of Greeley. were sown
broadcast over the State; yet, notwith-
standing this e%xtraneous aid of influential
Republican malcontents, the Granite State
was reclaimed from their Democratic al
lies. The happy result of the election is
only significant and emphatic as it shows
with what intense contempt those conspi-
~rations and fomentcrs Of discord and an
archy are regarded By the people.
The Republicans of New Hampshire
belong to the brave and honest type of
the grand old loyal party who will not
shirk a battle nor desert a principle to
crafty the disappointed aspirations of
those who arc invoking plaques and curses
upon an Administration which maintains
a respected and popular supremacy, indie
pendent of thoir control and direction.
At no time since the foundation of the
Republican party. has the Democracy
been able to carry the State by a fair vote,
and On honest count, and the present re-
suit is no more than was to be expected,
and only confirms the propriety and &C
ceptance of the policy and selection which
the Republicans determined upon long
ago in regard to the pending Presidential
election.
Herald and tribune. [volume] (Jonesborough, Tenn.) 1869-current, 1872-03-21
A Sad Falling Quilt is indeed

a SHO AlJfnS Outs-lt Is lnQeed q
sad falling out when, years after the closest
intimacy, the hair parts company with the
head, Fortunately the lamentable sepa-
ration may be easily prevented and the
twian more closely united than ever by a
timely and systematic use of LYONS
KATHA1RoN, the most potent invigoraut
of the hair and paomoter of its growth
and beauty known to modern pharmacy.
1t completely obviates the dry and parch-
ed condition of the roots Of the hair, which
is preliminary to its coming out, by sup-
plying the precise degree of moisture re-
q%uisitc to its preservation in a healthy
state. 1t is the only true dissolvent and
evaporant ofdandruf and other impurities
of the scalp, whose presence is injurious to
the hair. As a bcautifer of the head the
Kathairon has no equal. 1t not only in
creases the quantity of the hair, but i'm
proves its quality Immediately, imparting
a l~ustrous appearance and silky texture
which are exceedingly attractive.
Herald and tribune. [volume] (Jonesborough, Tenn.) 1869-current, 1872-03-21

with Institutes and depressions, we would
pass over its fckleness of sunshine and
shower irte the tropical Injuries and
maturities of summer When summer
comes with its blazing suns and steals
away in vapory mists and fiery beam
tie GOODNESS and v~erdancy of earth, as
the faint hart panteth for the water-brook
we long for the cooling benisons, mellow
glories, luscious fruits, haryest.joys and
melancholy tenderness of autumn. But
the blushing and generous vintage of this
period soon becomes tasteless upon the lips
and the russct landscapes pale before the
eye into gloomy dcsolations, and again we
would have old Boreas to spread hisfeath-
cry nantes over the ashen face of nature,
howl into our ears the furious merriment
of his storms, and imprison us again around
the blasting hearth-stones when plenty
shall burden the board, cheer gladden. the
heart and wit sparkle in mockery of the
stars that glitter in the frosted sky.
Herald and tribune. [volume] (Jonesborough, Tenn.) 1869-current, 1872-03-21
ANNExATION OF MEXICO.

Affairs in revolutionary Mexico still
remain in a very unsettled and disturbed
condition. The rebellion seems to be
gathering volume and power daily. The
stout resistance of the insurgents, the in
trepidIty of their attacks, the occasional
victories that crown their banners, the
skill Of their Generals and the ardent en-
thusiazm, hopefulness and confidence of
the troops are favorable premonitions OF
the early collapse of the legitimate Jua-
req Government. 1t matters not which is
finally successful, anarchy and chaos and
barbarism will reign supreme in that land
of i1ceseant revolution, until its democrat
lied people are reclaimed from the degen-
eracy Of a ~toillcSs, aimlcss and heathenish
life, and educated in the %enrobling arts
and Civilizations of Republican Govern
ment. Besides the evil of her own dis
fractions and the curse of bandit revolu-
%tionists. Mexico has often been the prey
of the limitless rapacity of foreign pow
ers. Fer hundred OF years the world has
been armed against her weakness, and the
jealous greed of nations has alone saved
her from conquest.
Many profound thinkers and political
economists of this country regard the
present article of her bloody civil conflict
a propitious opportunity for an unchal-
lenged intervention in Mexican affairs,
preparatory to the enforcement of the
Monroe doctrine Of but one Government
in North America.
Mexico, though swept by the destroy
ing angel of continual warfare, is still a
country of most attractive and romantic
beauty, with a climate marvellous for its
salubrity, a soil unsurpassed in fertility,
and it is estimated by competent authori-
ty that the development of her mineral
treasures would exceed the revenues of
the most opulent nation on the earth.
But its people are thriftless, without en-
ergy. living principally upon the sponta-
neous fruits Of the soil, with no desire for
education, nc taste for the re6nements of
life, but always ready and ripe for insur-
rapino and slaughter. 1t seems a
moral and religious crime for a civilized
and christian nation to allow a bordering
of such nataral promise and
to lie in Chinese lethargy. outlaw
ry and besotted ignorance, and make no
effort to harmonic its warning factions in
/ universal desire for peace, and an in
.pired ambition for national glory and adj
yancement, and put forth no exertions to
urn its productive resources into the
,torehouse and of the world.
Through long ages of turmoil and bloody
conflicts, the cnervatcd Mexicans have de-
nonstrated the fact of their inability to
for themselves stable government.
DR. permanent peace. and why should cur
longer re6se to include a helpless
md unhappy people, in its progressive
mission to Republicanize, educate and
the nations of the earth?
Herald and tribune. [volume] (Jonesborough, Tenn.) 1869-current, 1872-03-21

The Northern Pacific railroad was open
ed on March 9th, to the red river, for bust
ness. s
Several persons were reported to have
frozen to death at New York, NJ arch 9Th,
from the extreme cold weather.
John Tyler, Jr., son of ex-Presidsnt
Tyler, has written a letter ~eulogizing the
Republican party.
The New York Herald says that the
running of Judge Davis, or any other
Supreme Judge.against GRANTS like match
ing a superanuated racer againt Goldsmith
Maid"
The general impression is that very SER
ious floods are likely to visit the line of the
Union Pacific when the warm weather APP
proaches. The snow is very deep in the
mountains.
Philadelphia lost one of Its finest business
edifces by fire last night-the eight-story
granite front of DIR. Jayne, the famous
medicine man, situated on Chestnut steet.
the chief business throughfare, and Occupied
by large stores. The total loss by the fire
can not be far from 100000.
Senator Hendricks, who has recently
returned home from Washington. has ad-
vised his friends to Il 0 longer press his name
for q nomination for the Presidency. This
is significant in connection with the csali-
tion movement.
In the course of o long article
in the Atlanta Sun concerning the
political outlook, Alexander FL. Stephens
says he is confident .'that no man but Grant
stands the ghost of a chance for the nomi-
nation ofhis party. 1t is almost as certain
that Sumer, Steward, T%rumbull, Greeley
aud other prominent malcontents will sup
port him." In the latter assertion the Sun
is probably wrong.
The silence of General Butler is becom-
ing conspicuous and many persons
are beginning to make inquiries concerning
him Not since he entered public life has he
so long kept silent and withdrawn from
public observation. What is it? Are we
in due time to see the General breaking
out in a new spot?
The Attorney General of Davidson
county has indicted $50 merchants and
dealers in Nashville for not making cath
that they would not put s~trychnine or
other poison in liquorssold by them. The
Banner denounces it as a high handed
oppression.
1t is stated the General Mcclellan has
decided to withdraw from the Erie direct
orship, on account of his connection with
the Atlantic and Great Western road.
Smallpox is still on the increase in
New York.
The brig Gregia was burned at sea on
the 10th. The captain and crew are here.
Herald and tribune. [volume] (Jonesborough, Tenn.) 1869-current, 1872-03-21
LONGuNGs OF THE SEASONS.

We are never satisfied with the seasons,
which with other blessings we're sent to
minister to our comfort, happiness and
prosperity.
In the drear Of winter, when the demons
of the blast howl and shrek around the
prison-walls of our homes, and field, for
est, creek and river are sheeted with snow
and ice, We grumblingly wonder how long
we are to be bound to the empire of the
Arctics. We yearn for the music of birds,
the soft poetry of new skies the bursting
life. sweetness and velvet drapery of YER
nal spring. When this season blooms out
10 its queenly beauty and richness of rose
and Leaf. having gloated upon the ecstatic
peculfarities of The change and wssried
Herald and tribune. [volume] (Jonesborough, Tenn.) 1869-current, 1872-03-21

popular selection of this class of officials
seems to be in perfect harmony with our
comprehensive system of elective Govern
ment. On the other hand. the system of
appointment is a most potent agency of
corruption, as the history Of the country
proves. Patronage is generally dispensed
for services rendered" by the appointing
power, regardless of proper qualifications.
This evil is a heritage from Democracy.
If the elective plan is adopted, the
country will have to be divided into pos
tai sections.