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Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1873-03-08
Method of Warming Greenhouses.

The London Grocer suggests that
greenhouses, containing hnlf-hardy
plants and in which no regular method
of heating exists, may be warmed even
during a hard frost by lighting and dis
tributing dozen or so common oil
lamps, at convient localities. In select
ing these lamps they should be chosen
with vases largo in proportion to the
size Of the flat wick, in order that they
may continue burning all night without
reflling or other attention. 1t will be
readily understood that, whether one OF
many lamps are used, the total amount
of heat given off is proportionate to The
quantity of oil burned, provided the
combustion is complete. And in using
a lamp, all the heat of combustion is
utilized none goes up the fue as with
stoves or fire places,
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1873-03-08
Statue of Elias Howe, Jr.

The model for the statue of the in
ventor of the sewing machine, Elias
Howe, which is to be placed in the
Central Park, is now complete. It is
the design of Mr.. Ellis. The work is
eight feet in hight and the tall figure
stands erect, the weight of the body
resting on the left foot. In the right
leg certain stiffness is noticeable, and
the knees are closer together than per-
feet proportion sanctions. These pc
cuharities, however, belonged to Mr..
Howe's physique, and demand recog-
milton in any honest portrait of him.
The right hand holds walking stick,
the left broad brimmed hat. The
costume is simply reproduction of
that of the ordinary man of business in
the upper walks of life. The long and
ny-ringleted hair, which constituted
SO impressive cheUeyure, is exceeding
ly well rendered, and the countenance
expresses that intrepidity, obstinacy
patience, honesty and hope which sus-
tanned the inventor of the sewing ma
chine through the quarter of century
through which he toiled to obtain
permanent success. The statue is to
be cast in bronze in Philadelphia, and
is to be ready in May next. Three bas-
reliefs are to adorn the pedestal. One
of these is to illustrate the misery of
the preserving machine needle-woman,
as indicated in Hoods Song of the
Shirt" The second will show Elias
Howe, Jr., in his workshop pondering
over his first machine. The third will
indicate the perfected instrument under
the easy manipulation of the average
worker. These bas-reliefs will adorn
three sides of the PEDESTAL An inscrip-
ton will probably find place on the
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1873-03-08

WASHING WoonEN CLOTHING. .-Arti-
cles of wooden clothing, washed in ordin-
airy soap and water, not only shrink, but
acquire peculiar fatty odor, due 70 the
decomposition of the soap by the Tactic
and acetic acids present in the prespira-
tion, and consequent precipitation of
the greater part of the fat of the soap in
the fiber of the wool. According to
Prof. Artus, both of these effects can be
prevented by stepping the articles for
several hours in a warm, moderately
concentrated solution of washing soda,
then, after the addition Of some warm
water and few drops of ammonia,
washing them out, and rinsing them
in lukewarm water.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1873-03-08
A STORY OF BELL. "A Maine paper

A STORY OF A BELL.--A Maine paper
tells little story about the bell of the
Old South Church." in Boston. 1t
appears that many years ago certain
parties in England gave to the First
Congregational Church of Biddeford,
Maine, q bell. For some reason or
other the freight on the bell was not
paid, and it was lying upon wharf in
Boston for long time. The fact it was
sold to pay charges, and now hangs in
the tower of the Old South, " in Bos-
ton. At length that Biddeford was its
destination is cast in the bell. 1t is now
suggested that, the old church being
turned into postofice, some measures
be taken to secure the bell for Bidde-
ford, as was originally intended.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1873-03-08

Wit loses its respect with the good
when seen in company with malice, and
to smile at the Jest which plants thorn
in another's breast is to become prin-
cipal in the mischief, .I
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1873-03-08

A bachelor says young married coup
les are apt to give themselves heirs,
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
September 3, 1873.

N!EST VIRGINIA, TO WIT AT rules held
w in the Clerks Office of the Circuit Court
OF Hampshire county, on the first Monday in
September, 1873.
b. Ward, &c, Complainants
as.
Samuel A. Pancoast, &c, Defendants,
III Ch0ncery on a Petition.
The object of this petition is to have settle
ment of the Commissioners account of David w.
Barton, decd, who was appointed a Commits
soner for the sale of certain lands by decree of
the late Circuit Superior Court of Law and Chan
Gerry OF hampshire county, Virginia, at its -
term, 49,, in the above entitled cause and to
have a distribution Of the fund in the hands of
said Commissioner distributed among those en-.
titled thereto And it appearing from affidavit
made in this cause, that the defendants, the uu-
known creditors and the personal representatives
OF David w. Barton, dec d., are non residents Of
the State Of West Virginia, it is ordered, that
they do appear here within one month after due
publication OF this order do what is necessary
TO protect their interests in this suit Teste
CHAS. Nj TAYLOR, Cccn
September 5, 1873.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

j. G. HARNESS, - ISAAC HUTTON. q
THE SECOND SESSION begins 18th September
Il 1873 closes third week in June 1874
This is an English, Classical and Mathema,i-
cal School for Boys, and prepares them thorough
~ and carefully, either for entering advanced
classes in best Universities or for prosecuting
their studies in the learned professions.
New Buildings have been erected, specially
adapted to School purposes, and supplied with
every modern convenience, forms, carpets,
racks &c. To the Scientific apparatus, already
provided, liberal additions will be made rs re-
quired. No pains expense will be spared 10
supply every reasonable facility for acquiring a
thorough Classical and Mathematical trimming,
on terms as low as be afforded in n School
of this grade.
The course of study gives special prominence
to proficiency in the English language, tut EN-
braces all the subjects OF a Collegiate curricu.
lum in addition TO which arrangements have
been made for competent instruction in vocal
music without extra charge.
Every recitation will be carefully graded with
reference TO 100 for perfect lesson-and Month
ly Reports, based upon these and the monthly
Examinations, will be sent 10 parents and guar
dians, mpartially stating class standing, pro-
gress, department, &c.
BoAEDERs will be accommodated in the family
of the Principal with every attention to comfort
and health. No pupil Of vicious habits will be
permitted to remain in the School. The disci-
pine Is generous and firm, appealing rather TO
the pupils sense Of honor and self respect, than
to his fear Of punishment. BOarders are expect
ed every Sabbath morning to attend The Princ.
pals Bible Class and the public services of one
OF the Churches in Moorefeld.
THE PRINCIPAL congratulates the friends Of the
School upon having secured the services, as as
sociate, of Prof W. 4. BRETr distinguished
graduate Of the University Of Virginia, who has
gained enviable reputation ia his profession.
Washington and Ice University,
i'll appreciation of the merits Of this School has
conferred upon it PRIZE SCHOLARSHIP to be
awarded, by the PRINCIPAL, TO the best pupil, and
entities him to tuition in all the departments OF
that great Institution free Of charge.
Terms for Scholastic Year:
TUiTIoS in Classical Department SEQ 90
Higher English, 30 90
Primary 30 90
Board in Principals Family, exclusive of
Washing and Lights, Sl40--in good private IA
miles somewhat less. Payable, half on admis
son-half lst Of February, 1874 Discount of
ten per cent. tuition to more than one from
same family Address,
II. l.. HOOVER,
Moorcfeld, Hurry County, w. Ia
July 10, 1873.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

INVEST VIRGINIA. 30 WIT -At rules bed
w in The Clerks Office OF tbe Circait court
Of Hampshire county, on tie Grst Monday 70
September 1879
Minor Fur and others, Comrlainans,
IS.
Benjamin McDonald's Executors and Others, De.
fcndants, IE CBAECERY
The object Of this biil is 20 enforce a settle
ment 81 The cXccutOrial accounts q james We
Donald aud Samuel Stump, dec d., who were
Executors 81 said Benjamin Mcdonald. Dee o.
and distribution Of The funds Of said oaie
among those entitled thereto. And 10 appeaung
from return made in ibis cause that The desn-
danfs james Mcdonald, Executor and DO his oEa
right Sarah Mcclure latc Sarah NcDonaid'
Benjamin, hsfon ard Naty Ana Lotkhar,
Franklin Taylor and the unknown children z.
said FraokiIn and CaGlarine Taylor, dec q ana
George w Gore, are non-residents Of The shi,
Of West Virginia, u is ordered ihat the sa.l
non-rcsdcnls do appear here Within one moeia
after Cue publication Of ibis order and Do v4t.
is necessary 20 protect their Interests 90 l'
suit Tcste
ClIAS. N. TAYLOR, ccnc
September b, 1873
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

A FATHERS VENGEANCE. PETER JE-
ANNETT, the father of the little girl who
was outraged by man named JAMES
CoRRIvAN, in Muskegon county, Michigan,
on Monday night, the lst instant, went to
the jail on the 9th instant, and obtaining
permission to sec the prisoner shot CoRRI.
VAN in the head. JEANN EFT was arrested
aud admitted to bail. 1t is feared the ox.
cited crowd will force admittauce to the Jail
aud finish CoRRIviN, who was still living
Saturday The Governor has ordered a
company of militia from Grand Rapids 10
case of emergency. The little girl died on
Tuesday morning, the day after she was
outraged.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

To the creditors Of John w. Criton, deceased
In pursuance Of a decree Of the Circuit Court Of
Hampshire county, made in causes therein pend.
ing to subject the real estate of The said John "
CrittoD to the payment Of his debts, you are re-
CURED 10 present Your claims against the said
John W Criiton for adjudication to James Pare
sons, special commissioner, ~ the Of &C Of White
Clayton & Flournoy, in said county, on or be-
fore the 9th day Of October, 1873.
Witness, Ch1rics IT. 7ayioT Clerk Of said
Court this goth day Of August, 1873
CHAS ". TAYLOR, CCCnc
August %, lS73.-7w.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
EDUCATIONAL.
HAnrDEs SrDsrr Courses.

TINE next session Of this Seminary Of learn.
Il ing will commence on Thursday, Septem-
Der 4th, 1878.
Bampden Sidney is situated in Prince Edward
County. Va, within a few hundred yards of
Union Theological Seminary, and seven miles
from Farmyille the nearest depot Of the tlautic,
Mississippi and Ohio Railroad The locality Of
the College is most healthy, and the community
around distinguished for intelligence aud piety.
There is no Grammar or Preparatory School
connected with the College. IL retains the cur
riculum and the great aim of its teachers is TO
secure thoroughness in the training and instruc.
ton of their pupils and thus TO prepare them for
professional studies or the active duties Of life
The ordinary expenses of student exclusive
of the cost of clothing, travelling aud books, are
from S225 TO S275 year.
For Catalogue and further informat APP
ply TO
REV. j. NJ. 7. ATKINSON,
President Hampden Sidney College,
Prince Ed,eard County, Ia
July is, 1878.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
Notice to take Deposi tions.
M ESSRS. George w. Johnson and Thomas
wi Wills, will,
T AK TICE.

That on Monday, the 9th day of October, 1873,
between the hours of sunrise and sunset of said
day, at the Clerks Office of the County Court Of
Hampshire county, West Va, | will proceed to
take the depositions Of sundry witnesses which,
when taken, will be offered as evidence in my
behalf upon the trial of q cause now pending in
the Circuit Court Of Hampshire county, West
Virginia, upon the chancery side of said Court,
wherein am Plaintiff and you are Defendants
and II from any cause said dispositions should
not be taken on said day, or if commen ced
should not be finished, the same will be contin-
uedstrom day to day and time TO time, between
the same hours, and Mt the same place until COM
pleted. Yours, &C..
JAMES Nj. BRADY,
BY Counsel.
September 3, 1873
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

BURNED by An AERoLrTE The barn
Of Mr.. NATHAN NYE, in West Sandwich,
Massachusetts,, was totally consumed by
Gre on the Sth instant, during q thunder
storm The lightning stroke was seen by
a man about half milo distant, who states
that when within about twenty degrees the
bolt appeared to change, aud looked as if
fire was being poured from bucket, and
waved itself to the barn, entered, and i'm
mc1iately tho whole barn was 10 flames. 80
Afterwards, among the ruins, about o blr-
rel Of grecnish-l3okiDg, porous, but extreme
ly hard substance, was found scattered o.
bout, principally 10 ono corner. There was
nothing about tho b1rG 10 melt into and
form such peculiar lava like matter, and
is supposed 70 have doscaudcd with The
lighiui0P & fragment has been sent TO
Professor AoAssIz for examination.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
To all whom it may Concern

I HAVING been regularly and legally nproint.
i ed by the County Court Of the county Of
Fauquier aud State Of Virginia Guardian Of T.
lizabeth Conner and George " Conner. and
given bond and security az such. hereby give
notice that on the FIRST day Of the October term
1873 Of the Circuit Court Of Hampsbire county.
West Va | will move said Circuit Court Of
Hampshire county, West Va, 10 make an order
directing Jere Monroe, Special Commissioner.
who made sale Of The real estate Of which Pen
jamin Srother died seized in said countv 81
Hampshire by virtue Of and under n dec-ee Of
said Circuit Court Ia n chancerv cause therein
pending Of Strother, &c 49, Strofhcr. &c and
such other person or persons o. have or may
have in their hands or under their control any
money or estate coming 90 said ufants from the
estate Of their late grandfather. BENJAMIN Stro-
Their, dec d., IN said county Of HAMPSHIRE. TO de-
liver and pay over 70 me ns ihe legally ap-
pointed Guardian q said iufants ir The state Of
Virginia teir portiOn Of The money arising from
said sale. as heirs at law Of said BENJAMIN gtro-
ther, dec and 10 authorize me 90 remove tbe
same 20 The said State Of Virginia, in which
State said infants reside there 90 be invested for
the use and benefit Of my said infant wards A.
foresad.
GEORGE CONNER.
Guardian Of Elizabeth Conner ADD George W
Conner, duly appointed 10 the State of VirQinis.
sept ;, 1879 Nv
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

Tte Iowa railroad pirates have made their
irrsut rendezvous 10 Clay county, Missouri
art afo planned several bauk robberies which
they 0,P,.t 20 carry into execution when their
leader McV puts in bis appearance They
rs closely watched by detectives and special
.F..rs
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

IH Atlanta Constitution instances o. case NJ
Augusta. Georgia. where few days since a tract
~ land woe sold 81 $500 por acre. which could
aavo been bought not long since az less than
sly per acre The establishment OF cot tou mills
Urf, made ,tc ll1creu..
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
Terms for Scholastic Year :
Potomac Seminary,
ROMNEY, WEST VA.

CCHOLASTIC Exercises for both sexes will lie
y commenced in this institution on MONDAY,
SEPTEMBER 18TH. under charge Of Doct. joins
WILSON and Mrs. WILSON. The purpose will be
to prepare boys for College or for business and
to impart to girls an education full, thorough,
and practical
Terms for scholastic year Of 10 months--4O
weeks
Higher English Branches, $40
Primary DO do 80
Language Greek,
French, 10
Music on Piano or Guitar, 40
Use Of Piano
Contingent fee,
Board can be had on reasonable terms Char
ges for each term Of 20 weeks-payab half ia
advance-and half at the expiration Of 10 weeks.
For further particulars commencement
Of exercises-address Rev. G.. w FINLEY. After
that
DOCT. JOHN WILSON,
PRINCIPAL.
Romney, Aug g, ls73.-H
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
Cancers Cured.

DR.. HEBERN, of Chicago, IN, will be at the
EXCHANGE HOTEL, Richmond, Va, Sept. %,
and remain a few weeks. The Doctor Cures
Cancers without pain or knife. A cure guaran-
teed.. Also treats Scrofula and Consumption.
Call carly on the Doctor. lSept. Il, is73.-sw
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

"EST VIRGINIA, TO WIT At rules held
w in the Clerks Office of the County Court
OF Hampshire county, on the first Monday in Au-
gust 1873.
John s. Bowers, assignee Of C. B. Hancock
Plaintiff,
as
&. Adolphns White, Defendant,
In DeJt ,cih Attachment
the object Of this suit is to recover Of the De-
PENDANT the sum Of sixteen hundred dollars with
interest thereon from the 9Th December, 1868,
till paid-subject to a credit of eight hundred
and seventy-six dollars and twelve cents, paid
the 9TH day Of July, ls72-and TO attach the es-
tate OF the defendant and subject the same to the
payment thereof And it appearing by affidavit
fled that the defendant is a non resident Of the
State OF West Virginia, it is ordered, that he Go
appear here within one month after due publics.
ton of this order and do what ia necessary to
protect his interest in this suit-Teste
CHAS NJ. TAYLOR, CHG.
August 20, ls73-5t.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
U. S. MAIL LINE
FROM
Green Spring Run to Romney.

TIVE subscriber having changed the running
i of his daily line of Stages (Sundays except.
ted from Pattersons Greek u Green Spring
Run, will leave each morning Green Spring
Run upon the arrival of the acconmo-
dation train, and leave Romney at 9 A. NJ, each
morning and connecting with the western bound
accommodation train / r. NJ. By this line. dis
lance between Green Spring Run and Romney is
butl63 miles, shortest route Passengers NAV rest
assured that on the part of the proprietor eve.
ry attention will be paid 10 their comfort All
packages entrusted to me will be attended to.
ISAAC PARKER
August 10, 1S73.-1y.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
PRICE OLE TICKETS

Whole tickets $50; Ha1rcs s25; Tenth,
or each Coupon, So; Eiecen Whole Tiei,,.
for $500 pa Tickets for 81. 900 ll3
Whole TICKETS FIR $1,000; 227 Wlde
Tickets .1or $4,000. No discount on h.
than $500 'rorth 81 Tickets at a time.
TcIets NOR rcady for sale, and all or.
ders accompanied ty tho mopcy promptly
.ftied Libe'at tcra,s gieca 10 ho.e rio
buy 10 sell again
TilOS. Il BRAMLETTR.
Agent Pub. Lib Ky, and Man. Gift Cont,
Public Library Building, Louisville, Ky
Sept. 3, lS73.-lm.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.
Cauf,ll rs Critton, &c, and
L1rgeut as. Cri,toD, &c

~ NAANNHthl
DY n decree Of the Circuit Court Of Hampshire
I'D county, at its April Term, 1873, these eau
ses were referred TO the undersigned, a special
commissioners appointed for the purpose, who
was dire;ted ITO make settlement of the &C.
counts OF the Administrator Of said John W
Clifton, taking any settlement heretofore made
as priDa tacle correct 10 ascertain the debts
and liens binding said estate end their prorities
and for this purpose convene before him. by SIX
weeks successive publication ia the South Branch
Intelligence, NIL the creditors Of said estate and
TO report TO the Court, stating such other mat.
tiers as he may deem pertinent or either party
may require
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
Horrible Tragedy.

The Atlanta, Georgia, Herald Of the 4th
inst, says: alt becomes our du'y TO chron-
icle one Of the ssddess occurrences that has
taken place in Georgia for many days. L,
was 4 difficulty between a teacher aud one
of his students, a young nan, which result
ted in the sudden death Of both the parties.
The horrible tragedy was enacted 10 Banks
county, near Homer, the county site, on
Friday last, the 2Sth of August. The tea
cher Of the school was Mr. ALFRED ALEX
AMBER, aged forty years, and the student
Mr.. JOHN III. Moss, young man, aged
about twenty-one years. Ii appears that
once again woman was at the bottom OF
the affair. Mrs. ALEXANDER, wife Of the
principal, was, We learn, present OF her own
volition, but not 10 the discharge of any
regular duty az teacher or in any other ca
pacity. Her custom, however, had been to
observe the conduct and department of the
pupils, aud when she considered them gull
ty of any breach of decorum, TO report them
to her husband for reproof or other punish
ment On this occasion the subject Of her
reportorial capacity was the young man re-
ferred to, Mr.. Moss. When his attention
was called to the matter in question, he de-
MED the charge made by Mrs. ALEXANDER,
which led to an animated and angry dis
putc. ALEXANDER became euraged at the
young man for the part taken in the con-
troversy by him, and Advancing towards
MIR. Moss, drew his kuile and stabbed him
in the breast. Moss in turn advanced with
dagger and plunged it into ALEXANDER S
heart. This was a fatal wound, and the
man fell. Just then Moss turned to leave,
but Mrs. ALEXANDER, who was at the side
of her husband, wrung the knife from his
hand and administered one or two severe
cuts to Moss in The back, near the region
of the spine. The result was that both lay
MORALLY wounded or the scene of the con-
fict, and both expired 10 a short time, the
one within three minutes Of the other. l.
is not definitely known whether Moss died
from the wounds received from the wife or
husband az all were severe and reasonably
sufficient TO produce death. The whole
school and entire community were thrown
into the deepest consterna ion aud excite
ment over the horrible af,ir which, though
short, was so decisive and terrible.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

WFsI EG'NA-SENAIoB Dhlis.-In looking
over ihe Senate committees, we end that Senator
TT G.. DAVIS is member Of three Of thc mos
important viz The committee ON trausporia-
ton, The committee ou claims aud the committee
on appropriations 10 rarely happens that ono
who has been membcr Of Che senate go short %
time could occupy sg.. prominent positions. lt
speaks well for the ability industry and popu-
laritv OF our Senator - Er..niri5r IftUsai.n'
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

AsorrEs DrEt w Nsr ORLEANS According
20 Che Now Orleans Prryln. on Che Goth u.t %
duel Yves fought in tlotc'y between Andre T..
Roman. Of ,hc New Orleans H.r, and SIR G. De
ia Brctonue editor OF tha SIN. The weapons
used were small swords So. Roman was twice
wounded iu The right or sword arm when Ur
G. Beard, surgeon, declared that Che fight could
not 90 on
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12
M o II &c Z .

TIVE Presidents Of the different Boards of Ed
ucation are hereby requested TO meet in
Romney, on Wednesday ire l7h day Of September,
TO appoint Board Of Examiners OF Teachers. 1t
is important that all should appear at that time
Those who desire tn be Teachers, will then
have an opportunity to be examined.
TOWNSEND CLAYTON,
County Superintendent.
September 10, 1878.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-09-12

A FINE lot Of common straw Hats--lndian
~ Panama dO-Pure GuyaquiIl do-Lcghorn
aud Mackinaw do-at
II. j. DAwsoN's
Romucy, May lG, 1919