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The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

The bashful editor of Missouri paper
proposed to his beloved through the
columns Of his paper in this form :-'There
is certain girl in this town who can carry
our smoke-house keys for life, if she N only
say the word
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

There is Professor Capen in Bangor,
Me-, who prognosticates the weather some
four days ahead. Sometimes he hits it
and sometimes he does not When he
does hit il he attributes il to his sagacity,
but when he does not hit it he attributes
it to disturbances in the difusiye influx Of
the fine lines of the radiating influences
Of the suns solarity. This should be con-
elusive.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

"A man whose eyesight was not good
was recommended to try glasses. He says
he went and tried four at the nearest
drinking saloon, and the result was that
he was so much improved as to see double.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

2 Any man can be cheerful when in the
midst of prosperity, brave when there is
no danger, and trustfal when there Is no
causes for suspicion True manhood is
not fully tested until confronted by adver-
sity, brought face to face with peril, and
assailed BY doubts as to the existence Of
human virtue and good faith.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

There is many an honest, hard working
poor man, who rises himself and calls the
family before sunrise, three hundred and
sixty-fye days in the year. In nine cases
out Of ten when his children arrive at his
age, they viii he called Up BY servants.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

A negro in Montgomery, Ala, who was
brought up for contempt Of court, said -
II didn't mean to whistle dat whistle
went off DAT time half cooked He was
discharged.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

St. Peters Church, in Rome, required
for its erection 176 years, and TO complete
the structure an additional ia years. Il
cost 50,000,00o Ia gold, and 70 keep il
in repair an additional annual expense Of
500, 900. The best idea Of its Dimensions
may be conveyed BY the statement that It
covers eight acres Of ground.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

An eminent physician in Danbury has
discovered that it is not healthy for men
to rise before eight o'clock. Wives may
safely rise at seven, and start the fire as
heretofore.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

Uphold truth when thou canst, and for
her sake be hated but know thy individ-
ual cause Is not the cause Of truth, and
beware that they are not confounded -
Goethe.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

Here is the latest description of a kiss -
Twas night. a couple stood in the pale,
cold moonbeams. Their lips touched, and
there was sound like the drawing of a
horses hoof out of the mud.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

A physician living in Kansas was badly
hurt, the other day, by the caying in of a
well upon him. He should have attended
TO the sick and let the well alone.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

A meerschaum pipe and bank-book a.
ways quarrel, and the upshot Of the mat
ter generally is, that one puts the other out
Of doors.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

Whether we are in the house Of God, or
not, depends not 50 much upon whore we
are, as in what condition we are.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

Three questions 70 be put 70 ourselves
before speaking evil Of any man --Fint,
is il true2 Second. is Il Kind Third il
il necessary 81
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

Have you had your mornings morn
ing, this morning?" is the latest way Of
putting il
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

1t is better TO eat one meal day and
pay for il, than to cat three and have two
Of them charged.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

A Terrible Temptation Presenting
bride with a policy Of insurance On her
husbands life for s2o, 600.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

a New York furniture dealer advertiR<
Z elegantly embroidered kneelIae Benches
for the weary and heavy laden 4
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

The poverty Of childhood is, more fre-
quenily than otherwise, the stepping stone
to wealth.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

Man has ID Iofa fdr fpir;ta.| ~ ina
Immortality, until ia Azaazs "a pisces sae
earthly things on which hi e|'ec|'eos z1<
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

An "old bach says :--"L Ladies', like
bills Of liquidation, should be settled at
maturity"
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

One Of the most curious Of natural pro
ductions is said 70 be woman Nho IS not
curious
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1873-11-15

The following cpigram was made when
DIR. Goodenough, Bishop of Carlisle, was
one day appointed to preach before the
House of Peers =
"Tis well enough that Goodenough
Before the Lord should preach;
For sure enough they're bad enough
He undertakes to teach.n
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05
A, WORD ABOUT PRINTING.

We observe, says.the Wheeling Register,
that in several of the counties there is a good
deal of rivalry concerning the County Su>
perintendency of Free Schools and 40 active
campaign is being made by the friends of the
respective candidates. We are also informed
that all of the printing pertaining to the
school election on the Sth Of August, en-
bracing even the mere tickets to be deposited
in the ballot box, has been done in Charleston.
and the requisite blanks have been distributed
from that metropolis to all the outlying dis
tricts of the Printers domain
This is not right. The school law, unless
it be forcibly construed does not authorize
any such monopoly on the part of the Public
Printer. 1t is petty and contemplate Job
and scarcely worth contenjing for, and we are
sorry that it has been so completely absorbed"
by the metropolitan Office. In every school
district in the State. notices, (printed in
Charies.on.) are posted up; poll>hooks and all
the accompanying blanks, (prnted in Charles
ton) are furnished ; and even the ballots to
be put in the boxes Cprinted in Charleston)
are sent out for the use of the voters.
Is this to be the rule hereafter? It has
been customary heretofore for candidates for
office to pay. for the printing of tickets Arc
We to understand that hereafter this expense
is to be borne by the State and to be paid to
the Public Printer? In common with ifty-
four or fifty-five other newspapers in West
Virginia we only want to know, you know, in
order that we may govern ourselves accord
ingly.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05
VIRGINIA POLITICS.

A Richmond correspondent ofthe Baltimore
Gazette, under date of The 26th ult. writes
GA number of able and distinguished citi-
zens from every section of the State are nut
forward as suitable for the position of Chief
Magistrate. Indeed NC can't go amiss to get
good Governor from the rich material of
worth and talent from which we have to Sc
lect. All the indications, however, show that
the tide OF popular sentiment was most strong
ly in favor of General James J.. Kemper, of
Madison, and it is believed that he will GER
tainly secure the nomination This CITY is
overwhelmingly in his favor In the opinion
of your correspondent, he combines moro ele-
ments of strength and popularity than any
named candidate. Prior to the war, though
comparatively Young man, he had won a
high reputation as statesman, was speaker
of the House of Delegates, and universally
esteemed for his strict entegrity and fearless
devotion to duty. During the war he cspoused
the cause OF his State with al the ardor of
his lmpetuous nature, and no civilian won
prouder record as soldier. When the war
ended, although under the ban Of condemna-
ton, excluded from active participation in
public affairs, he was among the first by his
example and advice, to encourage our people
in the effort to return to tho methods of peace,
and give their energies to the task of rebuild.
building their shattered fortunes He is now
in the prime of life, and; in spite of terrible
wound received at Gettysburg. while riding
in advance of his brigade, right Up that ia
nous Cemetery Ridge, his capacity for use-
fulness remains unimpared; indeed, is greater
than ever, because his faculties have been
chas.ened in the eevere school adversity-
Such is the man who, is generally believed,
will be the Conservative candidate for Gov
ernor; but shoufd he not be chosen, our
friends abroad may rest assured that on whom
soever the honor falls, he will be worthy of
universal respect and confidence, and COM
mand the uadividod support of the party"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05
N. B. BYRAM, Sec'y.

Res~ The Washington correspondent of the
Baltimore San says 1t is universally cons
coded that the question of the general gov
eminent embarking in internal improvements
is to be the leading subject brought before
Congress at its next session That large
portion of the people of both South aud West
look with favor on the gigantic schemes which
have been broached in this connection is too
plain to admit of dispute. 1t is known all
ready that powerful combination to advocate
the construction by the general government
of a grand system of canals to permeate in
length and breadth the West and the South
has been formed amongst members of Con-
gress irrespective of party. The Presidents
partiality for one or more of these schemes is
such that he has committed himself to the
principle in his annual message, and his iu-
huential aid can be confidently counted on at
all times"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05
Observation-Disclosures

The Radical State Convention of Virginia
met in Lynchburg last week, and after a noisy
session nominated R. ". Hughes, of Rich-.
rn'ond, sfor Governor; C.:P. Ramsdell, of Sur
ry, for ut>Governor; and David Fultz, Of
Augusta, for Attorney General
Commenting upon the Lynchburg nomina>
tons, the Richmond Enquirer SAYS: ..The
black men have their candidate in the field.
The candidate of the white men will be cho>.
sen by the delegates of the white men in the.
Conservative Convention. And then we shall
have the race between the races for the State
government of old Virginia. Who can doubt
as to the result? ~shoulderto shoulder, Com
servatives, and the day WILDE ours.'
The Dispatch says: .Will Mr.. Hughes
be elected? Certainly not We can scaree>
ly imagine a train of circumstances 60 unfa-
vorable to the welfare of Virginia as to lead
to that result. He has more friends, but also
more enemies, than McNla1.on. He has none
''of the elements of a popular leader. He can-
not fire the hearts of his followers with fam
ing elodnence, nor dsmand their support as
pet of the masses. lie can write we'll, and
he can make a speech, but he is no Demos
themes. In the. hands of our candidate he
would be mere plaything-a baby to be
spanked, not n man to be argued with. He
Will arouse no enthusiasm in the breasts of
the leaders of the party who wish to see him
killed off at Lynchburg. The canvass will
be hot. The voters will be al the bailotsbox
in November. A new Legislature is to be
elected. This last fact insures Hughes de-
feat Grant carried Virginia last fall solely
because of the apathy of the voters west of
the Blue Ridge, who cared for neither can
didate, and had'no local candidates for small
Offices to call them out Hughes will fall
, from fifteen to twenty thousand votes short of
election. He represents whatever in the DO
litical world is hated by the real people of
Virginia, including the Smiths, Seners, Wick>
hams, Lewises, and others of his own party.
1t is written in the book of fate that Robert
W. Hughes will never be Governor of Vir-
ginia''
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05
COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF
SCHOOLS.

The following, from the Free Press, we
transfer to our columns, and cordially endorse
the sentiments therein expressed:
The duties of the Superintendent of the
Public Schools of Jefferson for the past two
years. or nearly so, have been so efficiently
performed, and the improved conduct and
standard of the schools so marked, that we
were much gratfied to see in the Shepherds
town Register the suggestion that the present
incumbent, VIM. J.. Wilson, Esq, be re-
elected on Friday next.
In pecuniary sense it is not to the interest
of that gentleman to continue in the position,
IS the pay allowed barely, if at all, meets the
expenses incurred in the Performance of the
duties, to say nothing of valuable time from
his'business and much labor bestowed by him.
But, as he is SO peculiarly fitted for the Office
by culture, taste, habits of thought aud in
dustry, aud by experience in educational pur>
suits, we hope he will accede to the wishes Of
The people and continue to render to the
county his invaluable services. Those having
at heart the cause of education and the well
fare of the youth of Jefferson, will not fail to
vote for Mr.. Wilson on Friday next for po>
'sition that he does not seek, and, we trust.
will not decline.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05
TIE NEW YORK.. HERALD AND
CESARISM.

There has been much comment by journals
of all parties upon the series Of strong and
startling articles of the Herald upon the
grasping ambition of President Grant, and
the readiness with which his immediate
friends .toady to his aspirations. The position
of the Herald is defined by itself. 1t says !:
''The meaning of the :Herald's' new depar>
turc, as it is called, is simply sshis We do
not choose to wait until some insinccre, schem-
ing politicians assemble and from what they
call platforms and ask us to take one side or
another. We do not choose to accept issues
crudely fashioned and hastily thrown upon u,.
We do not care to be party to that spirit of
deception which would lead the people after
unessential questions like free trade, protec-
ton, woman's suffrage, prohibition
tons that are gradually and surely ripenine
from day to day under the influence of cdu-
cation and inquiry, while issues of the ut
most gravity are coming upon unawsres.
There are our finances to be strengthened. and
until we do that free trade discussion is as idle
as the hootng of owls to the midnight winds.
There arc tho Southern States to be rc>con>
structed !; not re>conquered and robbed, but
reconstructed with generosity, manluess and
wise craftsmanship. Before we experiment
on new plans OF suffrage let us see what suf-
frage is doing in the South and make sure
that in saving the Union we have not added
to our States aew Poland or a new Ireland.
Above all, more menacng and burdened with
graver dangers, is the spirit of C;csarism which
prevadcs our politics and threatens to destroy
the Republic itself in the nomination of Grant
for the third term.
This, then, is our new departure! We
have nothing to gain except as tho country
may prosper. We have no hope except that
virtue will once more be regarded as an at
tribute of craftsmanship. We are engaged in
no crusade upon the Republican party, except
so far as it may be led by the worshipcrs of
C;csarism like sheep into the shamblcs. We
certainly have no grievance; none with Grant
nor with any member of his administration.
The question whether we arc to have CAESAR
ism Republicanism does not concern US, as
it does our children. In that contest we are
enlisted, and We shall serve to the end of the
war"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05
ACCIDENT on T11E b 70 R R-Cu

ACCIDENT ON THE B. l. O. R. R-Cum-
ber1und, Ju!y 27,-Early this morning en-
ginemen Conway, Baltimore and Ohio Rail,
road lost control of his engine on the down
grade, two miles east of Altamont, and FORTY,
five miles west of here, when the engine ran
away, and when running over forty miles an
hour struck the rear of q, freight train. de-
molishing twenty. cars loaded with corn, cot
ton and tobacco, from the West, and scatter
ing the contents all over the track. Engineer
Conway and two men, Martina and Elliot,
drovers from Barbour and Harrison counties,
West Virginia, were killed. T. Burke, con-
ductor, and f. Connery, brakrsman, both of
Piedmont, and drovor named Reynolds, were
badly injured. It is probably the most CONS
plete wreck that ever occurred on the Balti-
more and Ohio Railroad. Trains we're de,
layed, but are now running as usual.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05
THE WHEAT CROP.

'I'HIS crop. generally nine month. m ore in ma
turing, needs a DURABLE BoNE PHOSPHATE
The 'PATAPSCo." Soluble Ammonnted Rome
Phosphate. is article of the highest grade we'll
known and establi,hed, and is manufactured Gene.
cialty for WHEAT producer. With favorable sea
son wili secure q stand of Clover.
WASHINGTON & LIPPITT.
Agents for Jefferson, CIsrke & Frederick Counties,
O. Office at their Goa q nd Wood Yard
Cha rlestoun, Aug. s. 1873
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05

Eg- The New York Herald says : "Now
that Washington's Headquarters at Norris
town, N. j., have been purchased and will
soon be occupied by the State Historical So
ciety why would it not be good idea for the
next Congress to purchase the home Of Jctfer-
son, at Monticello, Va, and put it to some
useful and patriotic national purpose 2"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05

THE Marrow GAuGE.-Ac,ive operations.
to a limited extent, have been commenced
near Bridgewater, on Mr.. Allemong's part of
the contract for construction of the W. G. &
st. j.. N G. r. K. Work commenced on
Monday last. We trust to see the work soon
commenced along the whole line, commenc>
ing at Harrisonburg:-Rock:. Ren
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05

Tho friends of popular education-a6d we
believe the people of Jefferson may almost be
~classed asa whole as suehAshoulds bear in,
.mindshat Z
Friday Meet, he sth day Of august, j
is the time appointed by law for the regular
election of School Officers. On that day, &C.
eoording'tc the new school law, citizens will
cast their votes, in their own School Dis
tricts, for the following officers, viz: A Coun-
. of Education aud two Commissioners for the
Township or District, and one Trustee for the
School or Sub District In addition to this
the question of an Annual Levy-tho most
vital and important of all-will be voted upon,
sothat the form of the election tickets will
be about as follows:
For County Superintendent of Free Schools.
For President of Board of Education.
For School Commissioners.
For Trustee
For Po,oer to Lem.
The county of Jefferson now pays into the:
State treasury, for school purposes, over $40, i
600, and receives as her apportionment of the
general fund about $4,000 Should the
voters of the county or of school district
refuse to vote for power to levy, the county
or such school district would not only lose the
benefit of such levy, but would also lose cve,y
cent of their dprortionment Of The State fund.-;
and stilishnre to pay the State School Tar,.
Cover sl0,000) which would go:to other,
counties and districts where levy is author
lied by the people.
1n.vetins upon the main question present.
ed-that as to whether or not local lew
,shalEbe made--as an exchange, expresses it,
itshould be borne in mind that if the lew is
refused no portion of the State school fund
will be applied to the benefit of the district
SO refusing, and that no free school will be
open in that district during the ensuing year.
In the meantime, however, the general tax of
ten cents on the hundred dollars will be rigid
ly collected for school purposes, and the fund
thus. created will be applied exclusively to
help those who manifesto disposition to help
themselves. Unless local levy is ordered,
sufficient. with che aid received from the
State fund, to keep the schools in operation at
least four months in the year, the State ap,
preparations will be withheld and applied in
those districts that are willing to levy To-
cal tax.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05
s EPHERD COLLEGE,

SHEPHERD STowS, w. VA.
GESSION "Opens SEeTE~nEs NINTH 1873 Two
Female. Course extensive. Experienced teachers
Total expenses per year ls0- State Normal pu pis
pay tuition others 10. s Is, 800 aecording 10
studies For Circulars address the Principal. A54w
ESUiSE German co'ogns, se!d by
I uBIN's Violet Powder, cold by
II GEO. T. LIGHT
Pay Rum, Ambresial Nectar. Cologne, verbena
"ater' s0id ny GEO. T. Liz HIT
ZINE Pictures and chFomos. sold by
GEO. T. LIGHT.
DlCTURE Frames, all sizes made to order cold
o5 eco. T. LIGHT.
DURE Ground Mustard, Ginger, Cinnamon.
Mace Pepper, &C.. WARRANT ted pure. cold by
GEO. t. LsGHT-
FxTRACrs Vanilla and Lemon, warranted pure
~ my own mAke-for sale by bulk.
GEO. r. LIGHT.
l lIHI's Cholera Preventive. warranted or
- no pay GEO. IT. LIGHT.
SEALING Wax, for Fruit, l5e; per ID.
~ GEO. r. LIGHT.
SPEER's Preserving Solution. cold by
- GEO. r. tiGHT.
August 5, 1873. tF. P. copy j
Mo soIsEns bog cholsta Remedy. prepared
Aug, s. MAsoN's Drug Store
NTASON's Cholera Remedy, if ia ken in time will
1f1 prevent all tendency to this discase. Every
house should have oottle-a specific in Diarrboa.
Prepared only by VS.. MASON.
lust received, a fresh lot of London Porter; alec
- Ext. Malt. W. S. MASON.
CONDENSED Beef for Children AID InvaIids
sale by " : MASON -
August 8, 1873. ''ASo'
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05

ES- Hon. Jefferson Davis has been chosen
by the Mississippi Rifles to serve as their rep
resentative at the convention of the survivors
of the Mexican war of 1S47, which is to be
held in Washington, January Is, 1874 Mr..
Davis commanded this regiment in the Mex
lean war.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05

re Mrs William Lynch, of Pocahontas
county, this State, a few days since, while sits
ting near the cradle in which her babe was
lying, acc'dently dropped pair of scissors,
the point of which struck the child in the eve.
putting it out.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05
FOR SALE Or RENT.

MY NEW HOUSE, now nearly completed,-
w situated on the outskirts of Charlesfowp'
Also for sale privately THREE GOOD
HORSES, one Two>Horse Wagon, and lot
OF farming Implements, Harness, &c. -
w. n. MCDONALD.
rE ssd Pure Grape Wines. ofthe vintage
No''st MASoS'S Drug stosc.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05

SEAMLESS Grain Bags, for sale by
~ August 5, 1873. JAS Law. HooEEs
L. Turner, o'Ber Sons, R.msburg & Miller
II. and Orchilla Guanos. For eale by
August 5, 1873. JAS. LAW HooFF-
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05

Gs Joshua Nicholson and Thomas r.
Holohan, the tnutdeters of old Mrs. Lampley,
paid the penalty of their crime in Baltimore
on Friday last, by hanging.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1873-08-05

1RoN OREs.-Last week several parties
frotn Pennsylvania were in this county in
specting iron ore deposits, with view Of leas>
ing them. They visited several farms ON the
river where the indications are that tho de-
posits are large, and were much pleased with
the character of the ore-CXarhe Courier.