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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
The Old Family Journal.
sun AND RAIN.

sun AND RAIN.
IS rcung wife stood 40 ihe lattice pane,
a 4 study sad and q" brown
81 itching che drcary, c-1selcss ram,
steadily pouring down
Drip, drip. drip,
Kept on i,s tirclcss piav;
A.t hcpoor uttie woman sishd Al, ans
hat a wretched, weary day.
so eager hand at che door,
A. step ls OF one ia haste,
s. Siss on her hp once more,
And an arm around her waist;
Ihrob. thrOb, thrco,
Went her litt,e heart, grateful aud gay,
4 Dee thought. wjth a smile, " We'll, aiter all,
10 isn't So dan a day
Forgot was the FLASHING rain.
Ali the lowering skies above.
For the sombcr room was lighted again
By The blessed sun 0t loves
d" Love, love, love
Ran the li.uc Wiic's murmurd lay;
oNuhous. 10 NAV threaten aud trown u % viii ;
Within, what q golden day ,.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
paint, pAISr. pAIST-

The Eureka Lead Paints which, for durability.
beauty and economy re unsurpassed by any other
paint manufactured, and is already mixed for use,
Of all the different shades Of color 10 suit the taste,
to be had in any quantity, done mp in cans of from
one to twenty-five pounds each-also all the popu-
lar brands of Lead, with Liuseed Oil, Spts. Tur-
Pentine, Varnishes, Dryers, Paint Brushes, DC,
at as low rates as any house this side Of Baltimore.
March 30, 1872. G. Z. BELLER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
GROCERIES.

4 RRTYAL Of Fresh Groceries at No. "a
a Dried Peaches, y. o. Sugar, n. o. Molasses,
Nice Fresh Cheese, Soda and Water Crackers,
Aaccaroni, Family Syrups of all grades, Crushed,
CLARIFIED, Pulverized and GRADUATED Sugars,
Rice Spices Of every variety, Rabbits Celebrated
Washing Soap, Fancy Toilet Soap, Bottle Snuff,
Concentrated Lye, Fine G. p. Teas, Chewing To-
baec0. Smoking Tobacco, Queensware, Wooden
ware, Willowware, &C., for sale by
April q, 1872. TRUSSELL q LUCAS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
BLACKSMITHING

al
BLACKSM ITHING
Business-in all its Misunderstanding, de,, Ag
rirutural Implements, &C. Will also Repair all
manner Of Machinery used by farmers and oihrrs,
Threshing Machines, Reapers, Mowers, Wheat
Drills, Buggy Rakes, Fans, Shelters, Straw Cut
ters, &C. lie is also getting up new inTgption
for planting corn. sows correct, both ways, twh
rows at a time. VIII try it this year. Grandest
invention of the age.
let me say just here, bring In your machines
early Ny engagements are such that time is pre-
cious He viii also putin Iron Cogs when broken
out Those he put in last year gave entire salts
faction.
TO THOSE WORKING STEAM ENGINES.
He will pack Piston and other Rods; set Slide
Valves and pat her in proper beat; Re-Babit
Bearings; put in Set Screws make and repair
Keys and Gibs; adjust Quarter Boxes; set M
Rings on follower head Repair Valves; connect
Pipes caulk Flues, Ac., and many other repairs
highly necessary for the running OF the same.
lie will also put up the Common or the Force
Pump Iron in Cisterns.
Hard study and experience for the last fifteen
years have made him equal with the times. He
expresses himself thankful for the patronage of
Jefferson, Berkeley and Clarke, and now wants 20
give to good old Jefferson his best talent and time.
Terms satisfactory.
Charlestown, April G, ls72-tf.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21

lNuEo's Au5yNENT-An oljuesro nam
a Pete was very much troubled about his sins
p.dyiug him one day with a very dowucast
4. u.s.. his master asked him the cause.
" Ob, Nlssl, TN such great sinner :.
" But, Pete. sad his master You are fool
is'. o., take it SD much % heart. You never see
ua troubled about my sius.
d" I know the reason, maSsa,' said Pete
e.. When You @ cut duck-shoOting aud kiiI one
@ udw5anl another, don't yJu run after
o. wounded duck
- Yes Pete aud the master wondered what
81. S com n next;
Wei. massl. DAFT dc way wild you and
ue Uedebil has got you sure but. as be avn
l.. sure 90 me, De clases dis chile al the ;Jmc.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
PElI0DY IgSTllEGI COMPANY,
Wheeling, w. Va.
900,
With Privilege of increasing the same to 100000

DIRECTORS.
VIM. Bailey, A. J. Pannell, 4. NJ. Adams, Alon-
20 Loring, Jas. Z. Barnes, Jos IT, Woodward,
DR.. VIM. j. Bates, Henry Stamm, Thos. Hughes.
FENHIS Company having been fully organized, is
now prepared to take risks at fair rates on
Buildings of all kinds, Merchandise, Manuiactu-
ring Establishments, Furniture, Steamboats, and
Cargocs on the Western Rivers and Lakes also to
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
lcits their patronage.
We Applications fer Insurance will be prompt
" attended to at the office Of GEO. Z. CORDELL,
CO., Agents at Charlestown, Jefferson Co. Wv.
n. c. ARTHUR, Secretary,
w. II. AGNEw, Asst Sec'y.
WV. BAILEY, President
ALoNzo LopING, Vice President.
NoveiGbcr Il, ls69-tf.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21

DEESEGvING Sugars, White and Brown at
1 lowest prices, for sale Oy
Aug. IL, ISL. W.EBY.
DACON.-Niddiings Shoulders and Hams. for
ID sale bv W.EBY.
. E'OBBACCO at reduced prices, good assort-
4 rcnt. i1st received, for sale by
Aug. 10 l>t-. ". EBH.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
JOHN S. STERnAY.


Bar Room, IN the basement Of the JcGerson
Building
JOHN S. YESTERDAY.
VTis an inexorable principle thatno excellent drink
can be made out of anthing but excellent mate
rails and we conceive that we safe in asserting
that whatever may be prepared at our establish
ment will be able to speak eloquenty for ITSELF
Therefore, we invite all who indulge in "social
glass" TO call upon us and we can favor them with
the most favored and pleasant drinks
Punches, Todiies, lint Juleps, Smoshes, S'ipgs,
CoJJlers, Cocktails, Scngarees, Fires aud SOars,
FLps NegHs and Shrub, Egg Nogs,
Apple Toddies and hot Drinks IA season,
IYiaes, Ale, Porter, B,own Stout
And Brandy and Whiskey plain.
Also, always an assortment of superior brand Sc
CARS on hand. Call upon us-in summer-it you
would - keep cool'-and winter, if you need some
thing warm and pungent.
Charlestown, August %, 1867.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
FOR SALE.
shoc-NIaking 81 9Iending.

TlNHE undersigned il conducting the Shoe-Mak-
ing business at his residence on Water street,
adjoining the dwelling Of Mr. Thos. ID. Webster,
and viii be pleased to execute faithfully and
promptly such work as may be entrusted 70 him.
Special attention given 20 the REPAIRING Of
Boots and Shoes. Charges reasonable.
April 20, 1872. ROBERT HUESICKER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
COACH MAKING

VIII conduct the business OF
COACH MAKING AND REPAIRING
In all its branches, guarantying the best work
manship and satisfactory terms. We intend to
largely increase the business and make to order,
aud also to keep on hand for sale CARRIAGES,
BUGGIES, ROCKAWAYS and LIGHT WAC
ONS of the most approved patterns, and of supe-
ror materials, and warrant every article to be as
recommended. We shall have in our employ some
Of the hands who, for twenty years or more, were
employed by Maj. w. J. Hawks and also have the
benefit of his presence and advice and it will be
the endeavor of the new firm to maintain the repu-
tation of HAWKS COACH FACTORY. Old
Carriages taken in exchange for new work. On
hand, constantly, Second hand work which will
be disposed of at moderate figures.
In addition to the above we purpose giving our
attention to a general LIVERY BUSINESS, and
will keep good horses and vehicles Of every de-
scription for the accommodation Of the public.
A. STUMP,
A. w. HAWKS.
August 10, lS7l-ly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21

VIVA, your hurry, JimuicT said kind
-y to q prcco-.evs urchiu whom dad called,
a.s way ta s.lo., tho other day. Oh,
sHs- 60. Where are You going Jimmie o.
".h a heavy sigh and pointing towards tLe
.., house. " into the house Of correction
Dbl. am
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21

Father" said young lisper Of some four
srsmers. When wJth the flood?
go my son. replied the parent, that hap
r...I % long time ago.
Wath wea.yc thon % Persisted the little
iatlrer
So. dear" was the reply, q" the flood we
1..Iofm tlo BJleLappeaei many thousand
srsaso'
Wen. now" reioiuel the boy in great dis
e..,. ~tbatis too bad, 1 thought Tom Brown
...aoy youa-s,ero Of the same agel wa,h ib-
I.. Hetla.l 90 me thismorDing that be was
t..s then and rl}.iHr0UJi "
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
CAPITAL-- 100000.
FRANK BECKWiTH...Sr C'Y. AID GEN'L. AGrNr.
DIR. WM. F. LIPPITT,....... MgDicAL Examiner.

! lFE Policies are generally acknowledged 10
3 De among the safest and most desirable invest
wlu,s- This Company is a Virginia Enterprise.
intended 6y strictcconomy IN It's management. 20
offer security o. the PolicyHoider at ioirsr rates
t13n any other company. 10 has been l0ctlizcd in
this state 5y the appointment % the above Board.
who are to have charge OF aud Co invest within the
hmits of this Agency, the entire reserve arising
from Policies insured in this Distfct-thus check
ing the constant drain Of money from our almost
Impoverished country.
The members % this Board, after careful ex-
animation o an the features OF this Company feel
u1 hesitation in heartily recommending IL 90 their
friends, as soJs, aud Ia all respects. a home en-
terrri.e.
March @, ls12-lv.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
To Farmers and Others.

4. HENRY HOLLAND, the celebrated Machinist
81 having leased The Shops lately occupied by
Hiram O'Bannon, aud having secured the service.
of a No. Smith, intends conducting a general
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21

a Cincinnati vito Ielt her husbands board
la. COX the bed with her. He Ia puzz LED tC
L.r how o. word a legal note Of warning to
,- aecdyc creditors. Ia the same city once
l.el legal notice from an indignant wife
81 up iu verse as follows,
"}Iy husbands lctt bis bed and board
Eoru .cW days for a few days.
He went away OF his own accord,
Aud aim 9 a-c0miu' home.
"I warn the world from trusting Joe
For lew DAYS, for a few days.
10 pas bis debts ] viii be slow,
So better chase him home.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1872-09-21
Organized 1865.


Qefct in c0mpanys Bmlding. 10 South Sired.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-06-15

Lovers of extra fine cigars will find
six choice brands of imported Hav-
anaS, at Brooks cigar stand, PO>totfice,
Carson, viz: Juan V Martinez, La Flor
de Morales, FIgaroS, Manuel GraclaS,
De Nillar V Nillars, Ell Orden de Ha-
bana, bv the single cigar or hundred.
Agency for Havana Lottery tickets. =
5. f. MARKET.-E. Perasich (neZ.
door o the Carson Theaterl IS receiv-
ing daily from California, fresh vege-
tables, of all kinds. straw berries, nutS
and candies. etc, which he keeps con
SANITY on hand and for sale at the
lowest market prices. Give him a call
and examine his goods.
New and elegant jewelry sets,
chains. studs, sleeve buttons, rings,
card cases, ETC., at One-tenth the price
of gOld-warranted not to tarni>h-at
Brooks, Postotfice, Carson; also. Fair
child'S gold pens, in every style;
meerchaum pipes, and An endless
variety of stationery and fancy goods.
PHoToGRAPHIC.-Go to AL. Smith,
al the Gallery formerly occupied by
Frank Ludlow, on Second street tor
the latest style of photographs. Par
ticular attention paid to viewing.
Olcovich Brothers sell the best and
cheapest dry goods in the State. and
everybody will find it to their advan-
tage to trade with them.
If you desire rosy cheeks and a com
plexion fair and free from pimples and
bl0tcheS, purify your blood by the use Of
Dr.. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery.
Il mas no equal for this urpos
Buy your Dry Goods and Ladies'
Shoes at the New York Dry Goods
Store. ia3-tf
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-06-15

CLOSING SALE.-The closing auction
sale of goods, at the late store of j. |.
Eaton, opposite E'rod's hay yard, Will
commence this afternoon, at > o'clock.
Also. at the saline time and place, a lot
of household and kitchen furniture.
Sale positive. Should there be any
goods remaining un~Old at the close of
the afternoon sale, the balance MIL be
offered i'll the evening.
DEAD.-Dr. King. II of the first
settlers of Carson City, and after whom
Kings Canyon, lying west Of the
city, was named, we are informed,
died in the State of Virginia. a few
weeks ago. The Doctor WAS always
known as an energetic and good man,
and his many friends and a%cquaiEt-
auces will regret to leagn OF his death.
ATTENTION. WARRENs "A special
meeting of Warren Engine Company
No. |, is cal ell for this evening at II
O'Clock. A full attendance of the
members is requested, as business of
great Importance will come before the
maptinr.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-06-15

The Vermont Democratic State
Central Committee have elected
Greeley delegates to the Baltimore
Convention. The State Convention
in South Carolina have done likewise.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-06-15
coRpg1r HoUsE-coRDErr BROTHERS, PKoPRIEroEs

The Enterprise, of yesterday, says:
"The ordnance stores lately or
dered from the East for the state
Militia. have reached Steamboat
Springs. General Batterman yes
terday sent up 100 guns for the Ma
tional Guard. The rest of the stores
will be sent forward to Carson"
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-06-15

4 conference of Democratic editors
of Illinois met at Peoria on the 18th
instant and adopted resolutions to
support the Cincinnati nominees if
they were indorsed at Baltimore.
Every day brings intelligence of ad-
ditional strength to Greeley.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-06-15

The examination of the records OF
the Endowment House in Salt Lake
CITY, discloses the fact that but three
plural marriages have been eel
ebrated duringt the three months end
ing June l.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-06-15
LOCAL INTELLIGENCE
UNITED STATES MAILS.

for at $50 p. IN
y,rptnta-Arrives from at 10 a m.
Closes for at 3:45 p. IN.
Genoa and Arrives from at
6:3O D. m. Closes for at $50 a. m.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-06-15

The eight-hour movement, in the
Atlantic States, is rapidly losing
popularity.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-06-15

Missouri has chosen Greeley dele
gates to the Baltimore Convention.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-06-15

oRxsBY HousE-aEoRGE D. YRIRR, PROPRIETOR.
B Pendola, Virginia III Sa1ton, Gienhr"ok
q Z Reynolds e ov 'c"vlch, aurora
1 q R.vnoLi. W D Monei. San Fran
X Cnalme 8 London Z NJ Wet gensten,
Eiwin Blown England A Arnheid,
T Mell,r and wife, Phila A Denney. Sacramento
Miss K Sharp,
CoRBgTr HoUsE-coRDETT BROTHERS, PkoPR1Er2Es
Judg Golf Monitor Geo Eggleston. Sheridan
J E-lrz, LAX nigle- B Hoo Washoe
W p Mcintosh, Excel EP,rson, Spooner Sta
X Cameron. j Deaumo,
C A Ra, mond. City
Worcester daily spy., 1872-06-08
CLEVELAND'S WOOLEN MACHINE
~ WORKS, WORCESTER MASS.

NOR SALE-Or would exchange for Real
IL Estate nice HAT AND CAR STORE, a few miles
from Worcester Inquire at 255 Main ST. diff apSO
IL YOUNG HORSE Also a heauiiful young three
quarter blood jersey Cow, calf enclosed All sold to
meet the Sewer Tax. Inquire at No 8 ClaremOnt, OF
May st. diff mo
Worcester daily spy., 1872-06-08

nor SALE-A new and elegant SQUARE
II GRAND ~ OCTAVE PIANO-6 # ~ in. longs
IT. iU wide-Agratle trebe-tlrce strings-a magnn-
cent instrument in every respect. Has never been In
use--has not been removed from WarcroOn. MI be
sold at great bargain. Address Lock Box S39
Worcester daily spy., 1872-06-08

FOR SALE.-Seven new Mich Cows, all
II young and eS ira mixers, j. Il. LEWIS,
West BoylstOn,
ie3 diff IL miles from Summit Station.
Worcester daily spy., 1872-06-08
Three 20 Nine

dissolution OF PARTNERSHIP
~ The partnership heretofore existing under the firm
name of JosEPn CHASE 4 Co. is dissolved by mutual
consent. All accounts will be settled the old stand
and patrons are requested to he prompt In settling old
accounts. JOSEPH CHASE.
FRED. A CHASE.
Worcester NAV &
Worcester daily spy., 1872-06-08
SO MILES SHORTER THAN ANY
OTHER ROAD,

either BgILT OF in contemplation between Buhalo and
Chicago
THE MAXLHUA GRADE on the entire line does not
exceed FIFTEEN FEET to the me-and Ninety-sx
per cent of the road is STRAIGHT
The Canada southern, ncludng Its branch Of 81 miles
to St. Cloir and the Chicago and Canada Southern with
their light grades, direct alignment being the shortest
route between Bufao and Chicago will admit Of the
most speedy economical and sa transit attainable for
both passengers and freight.
The road thus far has been built by cash subscriptions
and the proceeds Of the bonds offered will complete
and fully equip it. The principal and interest Of the
bonds are payable either in New York, London, or
Frankfort.
We have no hesitation In recommending the bonds As
A PERFE CITY SAFE as well asa PROFITABLE
INVESTMENT.
Worcester daily spy., 1872-06-08

- BLACK MAKE FUR SALE.
LIP Is % seven years old, beautiful figure, sound
M ~ and kind; weighs about 1900 pounds:
N$%-%l brought from Kentucky one year ago, and is
sZAz=As.a valuable animal for family carriage, or
double team. Sold the has use for it, May
be seen at s. 7. HoWARD'S Stable on Foster ST.
led
Worcester daily spy., 1872-06-08
O'A II i4"N @ANiHA0
Investment
SECURITIES.

We selling par, and accrued interest and strong
ly recommend safe and profitable investment, the
First Mortgage 73O Gold Bonds of the Northern Pacific
Railroad AZ the present gold premium they yieldsS
per cent ntcrest-overone third than u 5. 52Os.
Their elements of strength and safety the following
l. They are the standard obligation of a strong corpo-
ration, which represents In Shareholders and Man
ayers large capital and railroad experience and is
gagged prOsecunga business enterprise whose great
usefulness and solid success are not matters of doubt
?. They are first mortgage the Road It's Right Of
Way Rolling Stock. Telegraph Line, Equipments and
Franchises.
They first lien upon the Traffic or net Earnings
of the Road The Net Receipts of the first Transcout-
mental railroad, in the year after completion and
mainly from Local Business equal nine per cent.
total estimated cost of the Northern Pacific Road
4. They are First and only mortgage Govern
ment Grant Land which consists l2sOO acres for
each mile of Road through the States of Wisconsin and
Minnesota and 25 500 acres per mile through the Terri
tories of Dakota, Montana, Idaho and Washington. Iu
average fertility of soil healthluness and mdncss of
climate, diversity and extent of resources, the belt of
country comprising this grant is such as to render the
lands very valuable and ensure their speedy sle and
vaon. Sold at the average price realized by other land
grant roads the estate endowment of the Northern
Pacific Company will produce than three times the
issue of bonds per mile.
The Company is now offering for sale
to settlers and colonies portion of its
valuable Land Grant in Minnesota, and
a large area on the Pacific coast will
soon be placed on the market. The Of
fered Lands are selling readily, and
henceforward the Company will realize
large yearly income from this source.
The proceeds of land sales constitute a
SINKING FUND for the retirement of
the First Mortgage Bonds, and the
bonds are at all times convertible at
Ito into the Company's lands at market
prices.
For further particulars or purchase of this bond
Worcester daily spy., 1872-06-08
First Mortgage Sinking Fund 30 Years
7 PER CENT. GOLD BONDS
80 AND ACCRUED INTEREST.

The Road runs from Buffalo to the Detroit River con
Meeting there with the Chicago and Canadq Southern
now being built to Chicago and will thereby form the
SHORTEST TRUNK LINE BETWEEN BUFFALO
AND CHICAG0, or, in other words will be the
SHORTEST LINK IN THE GREAT LINE OF
TRAFFIC BETWEEN THE EAST AND WEST,
connecting lhe GREAT SYSTEM or RAILWAYS
which dlvcrges from Buffalo, Toledo and Chicago
branch also runs from Sc. Themas TO St. Clair where
it forms connections with the various roads leading into
the lumber and mineral regions OF Michigan
THE MAIN LINE from Buffalo to the Detroit River
Is 229 miles long The branch from st. Thomas to st.
Clair is 81 miles, and through the great eAnada of
region.
OF the entire line (2sO milcs) Tpo hundred and tpeRfy
miles graded, briOed, and ready for the supersruc-
tare The remaining 10 miles uuder contract be
ready for the superstructure early In tsle
or the 900 ties required 100000 land and the
remainder are coming in daily.
SIX THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED TUNS of rails
delivered and paid for and the balance contracted
be delivered early in the summer, those for the main line
being STEEL, all 60 lbs. to the yard.
All the materials for the stations. and part of the
equipment are purchased.
TRACKLATEHG will be begun as soon the frost is
out Of the ground.
The entire line will be ready for business before
Dec. 81 1872
THE ROAD is being built by the most experienced
railroad men in the country. who confident Of a
profitable business for II hom the day of its opening
THE ROAD will be
Worcester daily spy., 1872-06-08

nor SALE-A lot of VERMONT HORSES,
Il all In good order. They may be at the EX-
change Hotel Stable. Market ST.
my35 d2N* LOWELL a WHITE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-07-26
THE GAZETTE.
FRIDAY EVENING, JULY 26.

DlscoMroRTs OF TRAVEL. A correspondent
of the New York Times, who has been to
North Carolina thus, descants upon the dlscom.
forts of railway travel:
The traveller going South needs to keep q
constant watch upon himselfafter leaving Rich
mond, Va, lest he should fall into an interim
nable cursing of all mankind, but especially Of
those luckless beings who are in charge OF the
lines of transportion. He prowls along the road
between Richmond and Weldon at a rate he
thinks he could improve upon should ne get
out and walk; but when he finally reaches the
huge railway shed and three houses, which con-
stitute the town of Weldon, he gets his greatest
shock in the discovery that he must wait from
one to three hours before he can get anywhere
It was nv fate to wait three hours for tram
to Raleigh, and after had got it | was con,
sumed with an intense wish that had meyer IeI
obtained it. 1t is Dinety-two miles from Nel-
don to Raleigh, and we loitered SO lelsureiy
through the land that twelve hours were con-
sumed in the journey, and we finally arrived at
the capital in a most exhausted state. LeaV-
ING Raleigh that night for this place, l was
six hours in making journey OF seventy weight
miles on hot, dusty night, in crowded Cal
with fretful females and babbliug babes.
1t iSa popularity of Greensboro that you
can't reach it or leave it except at l o'clock IL
the morning