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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
The Baltimore Sun.

This paper completed its 55th year as q
Daily on Saturday last, aud upon the recur-
renee Of the interesting anniversary It's pub
fishers presented post paid. 90 It's numerous
readers fac simi's Of It's first issue of May
~. 1857. From tlat day 90 the present it
has known only success prosperity rarely
experienced 10 journalism. Of which itsfoundcr.
the present proprietor, may feel legitimate
pride. It's success Is The reward % persisten;
energy and enterprise Of uudoubted excellent
management and Of superior editorial ability.
May the beue6cent rays Of the S,u, continue
to illume hilltop ADD vale
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
An Eloquent Tribute.

A recent number of the Elinburg Rcrie,r
contains an article on Yirsinia's greatest son,
Robert E. Lee, written throughout in the mea-
surej tone of impartial historical analysis, and
concluding with the following just aud splen-
djd paragraph, which will find a hearty en-
dorsemeut in every Virginian bosom:
"'Tbe day will come when the evil passions
Of the great civil strife will sleep in oblivion,
and North and South will do Justice to each
others motives and forget each others wrongs.
The history sill speak with clear voice of the
deeds done on either side. and the citizens Of
the whole Union do justice tcthe memory Of
the dead and place above all others the name
Of the great chief Of whom we have written.
In strategy mighty; in battle terrible; in ar
versity, as in prosperity, a hero indeed, with
the simple devotion to duty and a rare purity
Of the ideal Christian knight, he Joined all the
kiugly qualities Of leader Of men, Il is a
woudrous future. indeed, that lies before
America, but in her annalSof years to come, as
those 10 the past, there will be found few
names that can rival in unsullied lustre that Of
the heroic defender Of his native Virginia,
Robert Edmund Lee
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

THE EIcuuoND DUEI,-Thc funeral Of John
p. Nodccai killed in a duel near Richmond,
Va, took place Saturday and WAS attended
by numerous crowd The verdict of the cor
oue7's jury was that he was killed by McCarty
in a duel, aud finds that the seconds are cen
suraJIc fornot informing the authorized Of
.heaGair. McCartys wounds are very serious,
and his condition is critical Nossrs Trigg
Royal, Tabb and Meredith. the seconds, sur
rendered themselves on Friday, and were held
Tor examination. The Corcners jury being in
session on that day these gentlemen were taken
before that officer but refused to answer any
questions, on the ground that they were prison
ors of tie Observation-Disclosures with aiding
and abc;,ing the murder Of John B. Nordecai.
The seconds were imprisoned. and are visited
by hundreds Of friends
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
Loudoun Items.

Capt Jacob H. Manning, last week pur-
chased Of Mr.. Samuel OrriSou, the fine property
on Market Street, known as the "Orrison
House" for $500.
Mrs. Sally VI. Ice, Eyecutrix Of Geo. Lee,
decd. has sold III acres roods, perches OF
the IIouser tract about one mile from Farm
well Station, with very slight improvements,
for 81 600. DR.. s. b. Henry, purchaser.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
SHENANDOAH HOUSE,
HARRISBURG, ". VA,
John FellerS, Proprietor.
May "a, lsT3-3t.

rTNHE Proprietor Of this excellent Hotel will, as
heretofore, continue to keep tie House
The Shenandoah House is one of the most conve-
niently arranged and comfortable hotels in Mar
or eyne6se to render he stsv Of his gue.t, neos
ant and comfortable.
The fine stock of Liquors, Wires &c, with
which bis Bar is supplied, will be kept up, and
persons who may pattOnize him in this department,
can rely upon getting the very best article.
The Shenandoah House is pleasantly situated or
North Queen street near the Railroad.
Nav "a 1873
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
Commissioners Notice.

TO THE CREDITORS OF THELATE WAL
TER SHIRLEY
In conformity to an order issued at the A.
pril Term Of the County Court Of Jefferson to
me directed to settle the Accounts Of the Ad-
ministrators thereof, and to audit all the debt.
against the Estate Of the said Walter Shirley,
deceased, hereby give notice that will at
tend at my Office in the town Of Middleway. to
the performance Of the same from date hereof
until the 9th day Of .'une, 1873. All persons
interested viii please take notice thereof and
govern themselves accordingly.
JOHN F. SMITH.
Middlevay, Nay C, 1s73-A. Comm.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
"EVERETT HOUSE"
Corner Of Queen and Burke Streets,
MARTINSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA,
William Rutledge, Proprietor.

TH1S popular House has been thoroughly reno
waited, and the present proprietor who as
sumed charge on the LIST of April, is now prepared
10 accommodate guests in the most comfortable
and satisfactory manner. The house contains %
chambers, all of which have been Handsomely fur
.nished with new furniture.
THE TABLE will be we'll supplied with the hes.
the market iords, prepared by experienced cooks
EsS- Charges Moderate.
THE BAR will be supplied with choice rarie
of Pure Wines and Liquors.
Abundant Stable room, with attentive 0stlers.
My old patrons and the general public are inyi-
ted 10 give me a call.
May "a, 1878.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

ELECrIoNor BANK OFrtCEEs.-Oh We'd
neslay last the Stockholders of the Jefferson
Savings Baukof this town, held their annual
election for Directors for the ensuing year,
which resulted as follows David BHlmyer.
Charles AsIionby, G.. T. Licklider William
Rightstine James II. shepherd, Geo. NJ. Beltz-
hoover, DIR. r. P. Magruder, \. W. McClcary,
and John f. Welshans Subsequently the
Directors reelected the following Bank Officers
David Billmyer, President B. +. Harrison,
Cashier He. Eutler, Teller Geo. NJ. Beltz-
hoover Atsoucy.-ShP Register l7iA.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
To PhNAicinnS

NT0ULD call attention of Physicians to the
w. following elegant Preparations:
Elixir SIENNA Co., Elixir Ergot, Elixir Pepsin,
Pancreatine and Bismuth, Beef Wine and Iron,
Elixir Quinia, Iron and Arsenic, Elixir Buchu and
Pareira Bravo Elixir Matico Co., Elixir Iodo-
Bromide Calcium Co., Elixir Pyrophosphate Iron,
Elixir Phosphate Iron, Quinia and Strychnia,
Elixir Corydals, Elixir Ceiisaya and Iron, with
Extract Beef Elixir CinchonO, Iron and Bismuth,
besides all the Elixrs in general use.
MAY 20. 1879: VI. s. MASON.
COL. IOdo Bromide Calcium Comp especially
- recommended in Facial Neuralgia and Cuta-
neous Diseases. For sale at
May p, 1873. MASON'S Drug Store.
I WOULD call attention Of Physicians, and all
1 suffering from nervousness, to the new prepa-
ration of Bromide Camphor which has no superior.
Nav q, 1873. w. =. MASON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

All styles Of Misses and Children's, in proper
ton, and magnificent stock Of Ladies, Misses and
Childreu's Slippers from 50c Gp.
The Celebrated Barney's Hand made Calf Boots
and Shoes for Gentlemen, stitched and pegged,
every pair warranted, and every other style Of
Boots and Shoes for Men and Boys wear usually
found in 4 frat class Shoe House.
Hats for the MilliOn-also a complete assortment
Of Gents and BOYS Fine and Cheap Clothing at
No q. Thankful for past favors, we most cor
daily invite a continuance Of the same.
April 26, 1873. J. GOLDSMITH.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

MISS MAGGIE W.JOHNSON can be found
vi at her residence, Southwest corner Of Ii
berry aud West streets, Charlestown, where she
rs prepared tUMske, Trim, and Bleach BONNETS
aud HATS. She expects shOr.ly to get up a stuck
Of Millinery Goods. Cp,ting, Fitting and Max
ing Of Ladies Apparel al moderate rates. Sew
ing of all kinds; both for Ladies and Gentlemen,
done with neatness and dispatch. Thankful for
past favors, she hopes to receive the patronage Of
her old customers and many new ones.
Nav II. 1873.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
SPRING STOCK.

OUR Spring fmpottatiOns are now open for in
~ spection, and we call attention TO the fact
that we are prepared to sell goods as cheap any
house this side Of the city, for CASH. We intend
90 keep on hand a full line of
CASSIMERES AND CLOTHS,
READY-MADE CLOTHING,
and as usual, all the best make and dferentstyles
Of LADIES' SHOES AND CATERS.
All Of which we intend to sell at a short profit for
CASH We don't intend TO sell goods on Credit
10 parties who cannot pay for them promptly. We
have experienced 10 our frequent disappointment.
that this Kind Of business don't pay-Bills.
May Il, 1873. TRUSSELL 4 Ii CAS-.
TRESH GROCERIES.-We have on hand 4
/ full stock Of Fresh Groceries Of every descrip-
ton, low for Cash. TRUSSELE LUCAS.
May II, 1874.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

MRS MARY HENSON has just received from
vi Baltimore a stock Of BONNETS and HATS,
BONNET and HAT FRAMES, RIBBONS, FLOW
Frs, &C., and invites the ladies 70 call and exam
inc.
GzS-Residence on Congress street, near the reli.
dence Of Thomas c. Green, Esq
Nav -, ls73-3t
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
L. DIN KLE'S
j oWelrV Store.


Main Street, next door TO Mason's Drdg Store,
CHARLESTOWN, JEFFERSON CO., W. VA.
VNHE undersigned respectfully announces that
he will continue to conduct the Jewelry bus
mess, in all its branches, keeping On hand full
line Of articles in
JeWelry, Watches, Clocks.
Also, Repairing of Watches, Clocks and Jewelry
at prices rs low as it is usually done in the city.
Thankful for past favors, most respectfully
solicit a continuance of the same.
May ", 1873. J.. DINKLE.
VNHE MAGIC MOCKTNG BIRD-A new and
splendid toy. It initiates the Mocking Bird
Perfectly. Just received and for saEehy
May "a, 1873. j.. DINKLE.
nIANO TUNING.-PersOns wishing to have
their Pianos Tuned would do well to report
them TO me, as | am prepared to Tune perfectly
and Repair Pianos on the most moderate terms,
and warrant for one year. l.. DINkLE.
GPECTACLES.- have a splendid assortment
- of Spectacles, from % cents up.
HOWE SEWING MACHINES. the best IN The
roridi am Renting or Selling the above
named Machines on the lease plan. Persons wish
Jog to purchase can be accommodated, Try apply
ing to or leaving their orders with AsDINKLE.
HOWE Machine fuckers, Corders, Rulliers,
Bias Hemmers, Needles, and everything
pertaining to the Howe Machine j.. DINKLE.
lust received another supply of Day and |
- Day Clocks-beautiful styles and good quail
ity-warranted fully for IL months. Call and
purchase and you will be pleased
I AIDES Black Watch Chains few more
i of those Is X. Plain Gold Rings, at
May "a, 1873. p. DfNKLE'S.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
County Levy.

NOTICE is hereby given to all interested that
y the County Levy for the present year will
be opened a the June Term, 3rd Monday by the
County Court. Allpersons having claims against
the County are requested to bring them forward
in proper FORM verified by affidavit.
7. A. MOORE.
Clerk OF jefferson County Court, W. Va.
May p, lS73-Jt
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
NOTWITHSTANDING.

MRS. r. C. HARTFORD offers her services to
wi the ladies of Charlestown ana Eie,nity IN
The capacitv of MantuA Maker, for which she is
admirably fitted BY years Of experience. She Sc
cts the patronage Of the public, and will use her
best efforts TO please in the execution OF her work
and the promptitude of Der attention.
April %, 1873
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
GUN AND LOCKSMHTH.
Beli-Hanger, sc.

TTHE undersigned has taken the old stand of biz
( father in Charlestown, and will prosecute tho
Gun and LnsA-mith and Bcl-iIanging Busincss in
allits branches Hewill give prompt and digcnt
attention % al orders entrusted to him. An ex-
perence in the business extending through q nun
Der Of years since his apprenticeship, has well-ht
ted him for the proper execution Of work in his
line. JOHN II. BISHOP.
May 3. ls73-n.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

C. Hlwser residing near Harper's Ferry,
Va. recently lost horse by theft, and suPpo-
sing that it might have been brought to this
city. at once informed Lieut. Hurley, who
communicated the fact to his officers. On
thursday last Ollcer Cunningham arrested
Henry Ridley as the guilty person. He had
10 his possession horse which was proved to
have been given him 70, the stolen animal
The owner secured his property, and Ridley
was put in ilil toawait a reluisition. -Geoyge-
iowa Courier, l7h
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

The Terms Of Sale as prescribed bv the Decree,
will be one half Of the purchase money in cash,
and the residue on a credit-of Nine Months-for
which residue lien will be reserved upon the
premises.
ANDREW T. KENNEDY,
May p, lsI3-5t. Special Commissioner.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
TO All Whom 1t May Concern,

I I will be Considered unlawful to permit Goats
20 run at large, and any violation Of this ordi-
nance after ten days from thls date, will be pun
ishyd with the same fine as that applied TO hugs.
BY Order Of the Council,
j. ED. DUKE,
Nav II, lS73-3t Recorder
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
HORSE FOR SALE.

NOR sale. a good young Horse-perfectly sound
IL and well adapted TO iarm work. For further
information apply to W. A. WADE,
Parsonage NJ. E. Church, South,
May "a, lsI9-3t Charlestown.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
Tuesday, June oath, 1878,

Before the Court House, Of Jefferson County, sell
at Public Auction, the lot of LAND on Lawrence
street in Charlestown, which was conveyed 10 W
W. Barton BY George Randall, by Deed dated
February Sd, 1859 together with the right of way
Of the Ten Foot Alley mentioned in and granted
by said peed-and which said Deed is Of Record
in the Clerks office, Of the County Court Of Jeifer-
son, in Deed Book No. IS, Psye 2s9; together
wiki the improvements thereon.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
McSHERRY HOUSE,
Queen Street, No: q,
MARTINSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA.

TNHE undersigned respectfully announces to tie
public that he has purchased and fitted up in
the most comfortable and Convenient manner, the
large brick building formerly occupied BY j. L.
W. Baker, on Queen street, and Ne is now prepar-
ed to accommodate, IN THE BEST STYLE, the
travelling public, transient and permanent board
ers.
HIS TABLE will always be supplied with the
best the market affords, and meals will be served
at all hours, day or night.
HIS BAR will be furnished with the BEST and
PUREST LIQUORS that can be obtained. Old
Whistles, Brandies and Wines are a specially OF
his House. Choice Segars alTays on hand.
HIS STABLES will be under the supervision o.
careful ostlers.
HACKS will run daily to the Depot to convey
guests to and from the House free of charge.
1t is the purpose Of the proprietor to make the
McSherry House
FIRST CHA S. HOTEL,
and nothing shall be left undone for the comfort
of guests. JAS IL. HcSHERRY,
May p, 1873 Proprietor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
For Sale Cheap.

/ HAVE good TSreshing Machine with Sheets
| Forks a5d rything complete for Threshing.
Also, Three good Eeapers al a very low figure.
May II, 1873. J.HENKY HOLLAND.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

Ereur5-D .NA|, May 2c-The body Of on
no known white man was found last Sat
urlay iu the Chickshouiuy river, about ten
miles from Richmond &; was ted TO a heavy
fence rail BY tbeuccL, middle and heels, aud
bal CHASTITY knife wound In the back, near
the neck The body bad apparently been in
the water some time, being much decomposei,
aadit is supposed 70 be that of Martin Purcell
Of Ashland, who has been missing for three
weeks. Two persons are suspected, and viii
probably be arrested
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
Time Table to The West.

on SUNDAY next. and daily tLeyss0.- until
further notice three trains win leave Camden
Station. Baltimore. fr Cincinnati 81, Louis
and Louisville. instead OF two rs at present. By
the new arrangement the scenery along Cheat
river win be passed during day travel. The
frs; train Wi,, quit Camden Station. Baltimore
no zen minutes before seven o'clock Sunday
morning and passing over the Metropolitan
r0si yia Washington. reach Cumberland iu
good s.me for jiuucr 40 the new hotel. and
Grafton in season for early supper. C'ar5sburg
5y dusk and Cincinnati eu Monday morning.
at haltpast sc.ocE. ttUs making the run DO
three hours and ouc-0ulrttr less time shan 40
present The second train win lsave Ealtuore
40 4S0 T. Vt and reach Cincinnati the next
afternoon 40 4 0'clas5. The third train viii
leave Baltimore 10 g 40 P. "a. anl reach Jiu-
cnnau the next night 40 O'Clock These
trains connect no Cincinnati Tor 81. Louis and
louisville Passengers having % make but one
change Of ca-s between Baltimore. ST. Louis
and Louisville. S.eepu--car travellers viii
make no change % Cincinnati. as the puiman
s.eeDers run through FROM Baltimore 90 S.
Louis. By Che new ORDER % things passengers
who leave Philadelphia 90. llIG T. ~ 1eash
Cincinnati no $50 ou che second morning and
S. Louis thar night. 90 An The trains
which are 81 leave Camden Station. Baltimore.
on and after Sunday mex, win De composed Of
new cars elaborate i0 their finish. and prov.-
3ed with every possible convenience.
5etHors Sau Nu %.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
Legal Notice.
Two CHARLES J. TAYLOR

II ~ OHAh lEo y. 4 LUZ
Take notice that on the 9th day Of June, 1879,
between the hours of nine in the forenoon and six
n the afternoon Of that day at the office OF R0-
bert &. Keene, No. so West Fayette street Balti-
more, Nd, shall proceed to take the debositions
Of certain witnesses to be used as evidence for me
in a suit now pending in the Circuit Court Of JEFF
erson county, West Virginia, wherein | am Plain
tiff and you are Defendant; and it from any cause
the taking Of the said dispositions shall be com
menced or, being commenced should not be com
pleted on that day, the taking of the will be
adjourned from time 10 Zine until the said deposi-
tions shall be completed. You having no Attor-
ney within the State Of West Virginia 20 whom
notice Of the time and place OF taking the said de-
positions can be given, Tow publish the above
notice for your information.
Given under my hand this 9Th day Of May. 1873.
W. d. SHURTZ,
By BAYLoR WILsoY, Attorneys.
May 8, IsT3-4.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

"ANTED.-IO,Oo lbs. Cast and Wrought
w Iron, for which highest price will be paid
May "a, 1873. JAS. LAW. H00FH.
I CAN furnish parties with Warehouse for stor-
age of goods, where they viii be secure.
Nav 81. JAS. Law. HOOPF.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
FIRST CLASS HOTEL
SPECIAL NOTTCE.

SPEED L OIIC T..
The proprietor of the McSherry House respect
fully announces that in connection with his bar,
he will keep the best brands Of whiskies brandies
wines, &c, which he will sell by the gallon, quart
or pint, and at prices greatly below any house in
Martnsbure. He invites an Inspection of his
STOCK, confident that he will be able ~ please.
Nav p 1879.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
Dover Mills.

HAVING leased the Dover MilIs from ". A.
II Roper, am prepared to do Saving and
Grinding at the shortest notice, and will give in
exchange for 81 bushels good Wheat, one barrel
superior Family Flour. | will also give the mar
ket price for Wheat and Corn. Flour and Corn
Neal for sale at the lowest cash price.
May II, IST3-3t. JAMES II. R0DRICk.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

The son OF General ID. II. Hin Of the Con-
tolerate srmy, has received an appointment to
Yves. Point.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

EL0RAD CHROMOS:-Just received a beauti-
full assortmentof Spring and Autumn Chro-
IN switch we can sell at low figures. Call and
examine at e. BELLER'S.
Nav 10 1873
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

T EVILS White Lead at $500; Ifnseed Oil raw
per gallon Sl.ls, boiled Sl.2O; Copal Var
nish, bestat $3.50, sxlO Glass IS cts. per dozen,
Putty ~ cts. pr 49,, for sale.by
May 10, ls73.-Spt GEO. 7. LIGHT.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
FOR SALE.

nNE or more Tons of Blacksmiths Coal. Ap-
~ ply at once.
May p, lS73-5t. " s. WHITE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

David Meade has been appointed postmaster
at White Post. Clarke County. Va. vice W. T.
Grssly failed %. qualify
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
Gentlemen and Boys Clothing.

Best Material fashionsbly made and at prices thar
defy competition. TIE Stuck is truly immense
and we invite your special attention. Suits from
81 to $50 in every s.yle and color c7tant. Call
early. A large lot Of fine and cheap Cas.ineres,
Doeskin, CGSsinc;t, Satine's, Fesangs, Diagonal
Cloths, &C.
w. Furnishing Goods of every description.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
PUBLIC SALE
OF a House and Lot in Charles
tOWn.

DY virtue Of a decree Of the Circuit Court Of
ID Jefferson, rendered at its last Term, in the
case OF Samuel Ridenour rs. J. H. Haines, Ct a.,
the UNDERSIGNED will on
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

The amoont of whisky make in Augusta
county, Va, during the year ending April Both
was ninety thousand seven hundred and eigh-
ty-six gallons, and the tax paid the govern
ment on it amounted to $751; 10. Pretty
good for one county.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24
WE MUST SELE.
MILLINERY,
: ew Il Beautiful.

There is such a "darlmg little Bonnet,
With a flower garden on it,"
II is, really, perfect beauty 20 behold;
The ladies swcetlv smile,
A they gaze LITTLE %kEc
On this pretty thing ot iashfon 10 be sold.
Pats ana Frames in every conceivable shape and
style; Ribbons and Flowers in all shades and az
al prices. TRIMMING isshionably done at the
shortest notice and at low figures.
E,y- Mrs. Goldsmith respectfully invites the at
tentiOn Of her customers end all Who feel inclined
20 favor Us, 20 this Department The Goods are
displayed in a Room in the rear of the Store, iit
ted UP for that purpOse.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

SHOCKING RAILROAD AccIDENT.-On Sat
urday night last two men named Nagal and
Grace got of the upward bound train, on the
B. 60. r. r. at Point Of Rocks, and were
walking along on the opposite track, unmind-
ful of another approaching train, by the loco
motive of which they were struck and one of
them instantly killed, having his head and one
leg severed from his body. while the other was
thrown upward, coming in contact with the
headlight of the engine, and so mutilatsd that
there is no hopes of his recovery.
Martin Maddox, Esq, of Baltimore, has pur-
chased the Swink farm about nine miles from
Stauntou, Va, on the Mount Scion road con-
tAining about 200 acres, for $4,000.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1873-05-24

CIrcUIr CoUGr.-The trial Of i. w Kohl
bouscn charged with the larceny Of watch
aud chain. was concluded yesterday and sub
united to the jury, who found verdict Of pet
ty larceny aud the Judge sentenced him to three
mouths Imprisonment in the county jail It
appears that Hoh.bousen took a solid gold
chain while ne WAS indicted Cor stealing a
"gold plated chain. This circumstance redu-
cej the nature Of The guilt to petty larceny
and a misjemeauor. The error came from a
misunderstanding Of testimony before the eX-
aiming Justice Wheeling Rsgistsr 18Th.