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The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

The women's temperance war now
raging in different parts of the coun-
try, particularly in the West, with
such unparelled success. recommends
for persons who claim whiskey a ne
cessity for medicinal purposes, TO use
Green's August Flower which con-
tains no intoxicating spirits, and is a
gentle laxitiVe and a certain cure for
Dyspepsia, Liver Complaint, Indiges-
tion. Costiveness, Sour Stomach, Sick
Headache, comiAg up of the food after
eating, purifies the Blood and System.
Just what is needed in the Spring of
the year by everybody. Try il. Go
to your Druggists, B ELDING & ARM
STRONG, and get a sample bottle free
of charge, or regular size for 70
cents.
G. G. GREEN, Woodbury., N. j.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09
WIZ. .M. CArLEroN,s REAp1Nes.-

WLL NJ. CARLEToN,s READINGs.-
Our people win have an opportunity
Of listening 10 this popular peet and
reader, st the Opera House, on Satur-
day evening. His poems have been
read and admired by all, and his rep
utation is too we'll known to need any
comment from US. but we append a
few of the numerous notices of the
papers of the Northwest:
Winning golden opinions every
where. Port RstrOn Commercial.
"The most enjoyable feast that has
been served up to our citizens in a
long time. e."-Ionid Sentinel.
Completely won the affection of
the audience.-Foyt Wavne Gazette.
Never failed to elicit the most en-
phatic applause" p TStuscizle .Neaes.
We might fill columns of like COM
mendations. but the mere announce
ment ought to be enough to call out
a large audience.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

New F1RM.-As will be seen by
notice inanother column, N. Converse
has associated with him in the mer-
chantile business Mr.. D. II. Austin, q
young gentleman who has been in his
employ for several years. He is
young gentleman of excellent business
habits and qualifications, tiptop good
fellow, and we wish him and the new
firm the most abundant success.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

PRoF. r. e. HuDsoN of Mt. Union
College will hold Musical Conven-
tion for the benefit of Streetsboro
Sunday Schools at the NJ. E. Church
at Streetsboro.
First lession Thursday eve April
16, at p. m. Closing lesson Sunday
April 20. at Z p. IN.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

BIDwEl.L PINNEY, one of the Oldest
and mos tpspeeted citizens of Paris
died at his residence in the north part
of that township on the 30th uft. lie
has lived in the township nearly or
qaite a half a century, having moved
there when it was in a wilderness.
state. BY his Industry and economy
he had risen from a condition of pow
erty to independent circumstances
and was one of the most prominent
and thrifty citizens of the county.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

MEAT WAGoN.-Mr. Peter Heugli,
has placed his Meat Wagon upon the
road arldis ready to furnish our peo-
pie with the choicest of meats of all
kinds at moderate prices.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

Unity Lodge, No. 1s, F, and A. NJ.
saeets the second and fourth Mondays of each
Tyrian Chapter, No. 81, r. AM.
deets the third Wednesday of each month. in
Masonic Hall. Phenix Block.
d. C. GOODMAN. Fl. P.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

FINE Cook STovEs.-All those in
want of Cook Stove this spring
should call at the Stove and Tin Store
OF S. A. Shafier, and see that beautiful
Cooking Range. 1t is the incest ar
rangement of the Kind we have ever
seen. 1t will pay you well for your
visit. Go and look at it, 1913
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09
Portage Oo. OmeiaE Regigter.

Comaaos Pssas Srdgs-Fsfslo % B Cousut
Neza5sr C0astftE Efi0zrk C5as'R y d HeFton-
-RepresshtattCe - egfs51tsre--0rville Bl2Ee
Probate sf9dgs-tsiCls - uaonr
County Clerk John MehzFg-
Ceatzfg AssditoT--W W lillian Grinnell-
C0HAfg zrs1sErsr-E g Hinman-
Sherlf-8 ~. fkislen-
RecOTdeT--George W Barrett
ProseczfiH9 AaoTHsy--Geo- z RObinson-
COnmfesi0aerS--lsase brown. l. L. t4rInelee.
smith 8anford
Lgfg7HGgy DtrecfoTs-B.J Wells. AMI II ilmot,
a 8 Beecher.
County gurrey0r- -Jedeaiah Cole.
COroHsr-Lylnan BFysns-
school E.eaBsLseTS-M- W Patton. s Phekett.
George Darsie-
Gay7effsefEe-o. s FERRIS EsFs-Isaac Russell;
RGce5s5G-George z. Robinsoa-
Justices of the Peace.
fsrdeer-svIyesteTA A. HfBzaan, a. W. stilsOa -.
4zasrora--John l.. Thompson, Worthy Taylor.
Brfmfeld-J- L Carrier, z. h Chapman
CHar,esf01vz- Austin p CtIrtiss, L. MOTIFS.
DeerfeSd--f;. S. TibAals. j. h. Hoffman
EdfnIurgA-SEith Sanford. Elihu Fish.
a4EJfH-Hepry Me(iraw, Urbino Chapman,
Isaac Russell.
Freedoza-I.ynlan Briant, A. c. Larckom-
Rirdn7- Richard n. Hank, Allen A Barber,
Frank Squire
Aa7ttud-Alonzo \. Farr, Henry Cobb
NeEsOl1-J Jedediah Cole, A. r Hannahs.
PalnqsgG-Enoch Morgan, Orrin Stevens. David
Pdrfs-Brainerd Se1by. AureE b. Merrill
PdndoLOx-zS athan g. Sears, James r Goe.
R0teanG-9eorger Robinson, Elea1er lord,
ABdrew Jackson sEE
POotsf0acn- A Tired II. RarloE, Otis Reed-1
lSEG1eTSofHe- " M }. WeaTer 81 G. Eiariase-t
esrssfs6oros ros-Waliace Root. VA jenkins
SutFe1tE-hugh X. Martin William Paulus-
BssadhaR--Eph'm f. Jaeger, Tho's o. Angel
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

TINE will tell And
the Cleveland c hemical
Paint, judged by this
sure test, stands to-day,
for durability beauty
of finish, and unfading
oolors, superior to any
paint in use. It has
encounteredth the natural
prejudice Of the people
and painters to o. a { new new
thing, > and the innova-
ton Wof an cid aestab4
lished waEsa and d. 4 has.
been steadily growing
in the popular Of l favor, 81 # and and
the sale of it rapidly
increasing year after
year until now it is very
generally used in large
cities,onfine residences
as well as public build
ings, and by first class
painters.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09
Boots & Shoes.

am happy to inform my friends and patrons
that have located myself in more eoneenient
place Of business, doors east Of Beatty's Cloth
ing Store, where Iwould cordially invite all in
want OF Boots. Shoes and mending TO call and
see what can dofor them and Low well can
serve them before making purchases or giving
orders elsewhere.
PETER RoULEAU.
Ravsnna. Oct IS. 1sss.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

BUTTER and Eggs wanted. at Mason
& Sons.
MASON & Sos vii. pay the highest
market price for Butter and Eggs.
The District Court commences its
session in this county to-day.
The next term of the Court of Com
mon Pleas for this county will COM
mence on the 4th of May.
AReiL came atherrough- Three
snow storms since the first is not very
encouraging.
The township of Ravenna has paid
out during the year ending March I'd,
for poor purposes, 1904 10.
The Spring term of the RaYenna
Union Schools will commence on
Monday next.
THERE were thirty applicants for
certificates as teachers before tho
Board of Examiners on Saturday last.
A NEW accommodation train is TO
be put upon the G. & p. R.-R. about
the middle of this month to rnn from
this place to Cleveland.
AT the election on Monday Messrs.
Edwin R. Wait, David n. Furry and
Alexander w. Aleorn were elected
members OF the Board of Education
of Ravenna Village. No other candi-
dates were voted for.
tIYNG"-wiil be the subject of
Rev. j. A, Crusan's- lecture to the
young people next Sabbath evening.
a cordial Invitation is extended to all.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

ALL kinds of Heavy Clothing must
be sold, to make room for Spring
Goods, at BEArTY's.
Jan'y Ii, IA.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

GRACE CHURCH. - Divine Service
next Sunday morning, at l01S O'Clock,
in the Conservatory of Music. No
service at night. Sunday Schools as
usual.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09
SECOND NiFlONiL BiNK,
OF RAyENNA, o.
T,esignated DepOsi6ary of the
u. 8.

Designated DepOsitary OF the
n. q. Bonds and Securities bought, sold ana
,1e,,ar,oel at tsr sounteg at best market rates
seocIzs ana Bonds, Of all kinds bought and
,oisl on Commission. in New York, or any de-
sired market.
coupons, Gold, silver, and .prenniurn funds
rsrafts >. drawn ard cashed on all the principal
49, $500 :. "a on England and ireland and
Pessage Tickets 70 or from those Cities at
New York rates.
Tssveuue stamps-alI sizes for sale
Accounts and Depotits of Business men ana ana
individuals. received on most favorable terms
and prompt and liberal treatment guaranteed
Interest allowed on time deposits as may DC
agreed upon. ,,--,...
GEo. RoBnsoE, President
Sept. 3. 1858. IT,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

ADMITTED TO THE BAR.-In the
District Court, sitting at Warren on
tue 1st inst, Q. B. Newton, Esq, of
this county, was admitted to practice
law in the several Courts IN this State.
GIr. NJ is native of this county, and
is yoang~man of excellent character
aFd habits and we wish nim the most
abundant success in the profession he
has chosen.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

UNIvERsALIsr AfEETING.-Rev. S.
H. MeCollister, will preach at the
Universalist church on Sunday next,
the 18th inst, at I01< a. m. and 2 p m.
All are invited.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

The dull hard winter has ended and spring,
in its novel beauty, and fresh, active life, brings
the welcome awakening in commercial and so-
cIal affairs. No more pauics, the muddy roads
and impossible travel forgotten, finances easier,
eVerybody7s pocket warmer; crops looking SPLEEN
didIy, softer skies, milder airs, and brighter
prospects over and around us all. Why should
not prudent and industrious people like onrS
sharp training have done lots of good to every
body, bring ging them down to bed rock'' and
ready for a fresh start from that solid founda-
tion, therefore Af 4z 5GE
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09
car ana Examine

The new S4.5O Bed Spring, manufactured by
ance Wells. the best article ever sold for the
money. Every one guaranteed to give satisfae-
on. 5s-tf.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

WINTER CAPS closing out at very
low prices; J. G. BEATTY.
Jan'y Ia, IA.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

I05 PAIRS MEMS PANTs at lower fig
ures than can be found elsewhere.
Jan'y IA, IA. j. C. BEATTY.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09
Patrons of Husbandry.

RAvExxA, GRANGE. No, 81
Meets every Saturday October II, at : O'Clock
p. inland ON each alternate Saturday at 20
D. m. at Grange HALL s91-tf.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

REMEMBER, am making a closing
sale of balance of my Winter Stock.
Jan'y IA, IA JEo. G. BEATTY.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

RUBBER BLANKETS just opened at
Jan'y IA, IA. BEATTY's.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

Particular Attention
paid to cutting garments for ladies to make up
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

4 hg9niG!t q
The Cleveland Chem
ical Paint is is. composed
Of pure lead, zinc, and
linseed oil, most desir-
able ingredients OF a
really good paint. These
are chemically combin-
ed so that the oil can
not leave the lead and
go into the wood, as it
does in the old way,
and leave it dry to rub,
peel, and wash off in a
few years, but hardens
with the lead and zinc
on the surface, adh "
ing firmly to it, making
a firm. elastic. water
proof coat that will re-
main unchanged for
years; in fact, lasting
three times as long as
paint mixed in the old
way. The paint is
mixed ready for use; is.
easily and rapidly ap-.
piled, and a saving of
one-third IN time and
labor is made IN it's use
These, when taken into
account With its great
durability and cheap
ness, make it, as a mat
ter of economy, OF Z, ny, most most
certainly fof the inter
est Of all intending to
paint, to use it. H.
aQoc ~ VI . a.A sfa
fh.A III
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09
Dissolution.

VHYLLIANT E. BRADLEY having purchased
w the entire interest of Henry q. Barber in
the RaveAna Summit Mill, that institution will
hereafter he run by him. He Will pay all ucbts
contracted by the late Arm, and all amounts
owed to it must be paid to him,
Custom Grinding done to Order.
Flour. Feed and Mil Stuffs delivered 10 any
part of the city, free OF charge, at lowest rates
ac Wan. n, BRADLEY,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

I. o. o. F-Rayenna Lodge, Ne. 60.
Meets every Wednesday evening at Odd Eel
ows' Hall.
Ravenna Encalnpment. No. 1e0.
Meets every 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

ARMY CLOTHING at very low figures
at BEATTY's.
Jan'y Ia, IA.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

60 to J. s. Walkers opposite Citizens Hall, to
get your clothes cleaned and repaired, to look as
good IS new.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

SENATOR GooDHUE has our thanks
for phamphlet copy of the Fonrth
Animal Report of the Board of Man
ayers Of theOhio Soldiers and Sail
ors' Home, located at Xenia
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

THE lowest prices on Overcoats ev-
er known in Portage Co., to close out
stock, at
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

THREE DEP AR1afENTs. n
Furniture. " ali Paper. Picfure Framing.s - i
STEIN & WOODRUFF.
Opposite Carriage Repository. Raveuna, Ohio.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

Going EAsT-KIVER pIVIsIoN
GoTNe4 WEsT=RTYER DTyTsToS.
rUsCAnAwAs BRANCH.

Leaves
Bayard. II so m. and $40 p. IN.
New Philadelphia. $40 a. m. and 1915 pm.
Arrives.
Bayard 9.45 a. m. and 245 D. m.
New Philadelphia, 235 and $40 p. m.
FIR. MYERS,
General Passenger and Ticket Agent.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

me largest stock in town may be found at
Nay 99, 1sT2. 1eg. DEAiING's.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09
TIE DEMOCRATIC PRESS.
AvHssA. rHunspAr. APRIL .. ra74
Lt.t Of Adre-tiasments.

smith Woodruff & Co.-Express Wagon for sale
W. W Patton. Clerk-Teaehers' Examination,
3. W Ward, Adm'F-Benjamin Bowersox's Es-
A. C. Mason-Fancy Machine Braiding, sc.
Anings Dining Rooms.
Fiath z Poe FIRST Arrival
J. rrendss-Time will tell.
W. D Durham Boots and Shoes.
n Converse. d. IL -Copartnership-
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09
GOING soUTH-AIAIN LINE.

cIEyEI.ApsD &PITrsBURG & RAILROAD
On and after Dec. "A. 1873. Trains via leave
Stations daily. tSundays excepted.) as follows:
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

REMEMBER.
me plzee to buy PLASTER is at
sss G. ID. HUDSOS's.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-04-09

JNo. g. BEATTY's.
Jsn'y IA "a. ssaai
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1874-02-26

A FEW years ago the world was startled
to learn that little band Of enterprising
Americans had established Baptist
church in the shadow of the Vatican, where
it has since tlourshed. Another Ameri-
can institution of useful character is to
revolutionize street-trayel in the Eternal
City. The apparition OF horse-car creep
ing through the narrow streets of Rome
is to be another evidence of the
awakening Of the ancient city from
its slumber of centuries. Pick and
shovel are actively engaged in digging
through the incrustations Of centuries, and
leveling the streets for this practical in-
novation. The conservative horror of the
Roman citizsns and Mr.. Ruskin at this
last Americanlsm would be greatly in-
creased by an experimental knowledge of
the discomforts of street.car travel.
Steam-tugs IN the lagoons of Venice could
not compare with horse,cars in the streets
Of Rome.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1874-02-26

SOCIETY owes to the correspondent Of
the Omaha Herald at Nebraska city the
definition of "pleasant gentleman" il
Illustrated by bodily impersonation. The
pheasant gentleman" is Mr.. McWaters,
who has just been acquitted of the murder
of Mr.. Wolf at Wyoming. 'Heis, says the
modern Diogenes, "a young man Of gen.
teel appearance, and is considered a pleas
ant gentleman when not drinking liquor,
and is the reputed murderer of five or six
men in Missouri and Kansas. 1t is said
that he now stands indicted in the former
state for murder. He has wife and two
children, and his family receives the SYM
pathy of the whole community" Why
should they need sympathy where Mr..
McWaters is so highly esteemed, and
where his pleasantries are hell in such
high favor?
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1874-02-26
sovEREIeNs OF INDUSTRY.

Attention has already been called to the
formation Of the new order " Sovereigns Of
Industry" The purpose of this organiza-
ton is, by the union of all the industrial
classes, to secure immediate benefits to its
members by cheapening the cost of living,
1t is, though entirely distinct and indie
pendent, an important auxiliary and aid
to the Changers. The executive commit
tee OF the National Council, in circular
addressed to the mechanics and working
men and women everywhere, says:
"The Oranges have saved millions OF
dollars to the farmers. But since the
Grange admits only those who are inter-
ested in agricultural pursuits, it has been
found necessary to institute new order,
that shall welcome to its membership all
classes Of laboring men and women. And
this order will save to IFS members also mill
lions of dollars. 1t is, and will continue
to be, in thorough sympathy and hearty
cooperation with the Patrons of Husband
ny, both being parts Of one great whole,
whose destiny is to work out better flu
ture for the industrial classes of this coun-
try. The times are ripe for this move
ment. You have but to combine, working
men and women! aud great and imme-
diate benefit is yours
Colonel d. S. Curtiss, prominently
known in connection with the Oranges in
this state, has been appointed deputy Of
the Sovereigns Of Industry, and will, at an
early day, if he has not already done so,
commence the organization Of councils OF
the order in the cities and towns Of yir-
gina.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1874-02-26
SCHEDULE OF TRAINS.

40 ID RICHMOND, Hl4f raG 4.
FREDERICKBuRGA NDPoTOMACR ROUTE.
RIoHMoFD, FREDBa & PoToMAo r. r. Co.,
OFFICE OF GRN'L TICKET & FREIaHT AGENT \
RICHMOND, October IA, 1873.
UP DAY MAIL leaves Byrd-street station
500 p. m. e
UP NIGHT MAI. leaves Byrd-street Station
II p. m. Except on Sundays,
UP ACCOMMODATION leaves Broad-street
Station, at sos p. m. Except on Sundays) Z
DOWN DAY MAIL, arrives at Byrd-stree
Station, at l:40 p. m. W. gakfI pf r
DOWN NIGHT MAIL, arrives ut Byrd-street
station, at 400 a. m. Except on Mondays) Z.
DOWN ACCOMMODATION TRAIN arrives
at Broad-street Station, at s:s7 a. m, Except on
Sundays.) f,, .o.-E
FREIGHT TRAINS leave Broad-street
Station on MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, and
FRIDAYS, at 1925 a. m, connecting at Quantieo
with the Alexandria and Fredericksburg rail-
way.
Returning, arrive at Broad-street Station on
TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS and SATUR
DAYS, at 600 p. m.
BY order of the General superintendent.
J.B. GENTRY,
oc IA aenl Ticket and Freight Agent.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1874-02-26

comforts of the inhabitants. The
principal avenue, or, at least, the
most fashionable, was known
as Stuart street, in compliment to the royal
family of England, and at one end ofwh:ch
was the palace Of the governor, beautiful.
ly situated upon lawn with graveled
walks, and interspersed with large elms
and poplars. At the other end of Stuart
street was the State-house. This building,
like the governors palace, was surrounded
by a green lawn, ornamented with trees
and shrubbery, and enclosed with hand
some paling fence. Very near the State
house stood the beautiful residences of the
vice-president of the council and the sec
rotary of the colony. The State-house, it.
self, was large brick building with two
wings, in one of which the council met.
The other wing was used for the governors
executive office and his staff of attaches. The
centre building was devoted to the
House Of Burgesses exclusively, where
the laws for the colony were made; and,
even to this day, many of the laws that gov
ern old Virginia were made here. The
whole of Stuart street was composed of fine
dwellings, built on the grotesque style, and
many of which were very handsome. D.
Such, briefly and imperfectly described,
was the appearance of jamestown in 1907 !;
but to look now at the place where il once
stood, one would very naturally think what
Goldsmith says: rr17sECrs4ef
Sweet, smiling village, lovelest of the lawn,
Thy sports ale fled, and all thy charms with.
drawn
And to lock upon those lonely ruins no
one would ever suppose that such place
as Jamestown ever existed.
As we have said before, it was penin-
sula then, but an islandno The water
has long since forced its way through the
narrow neck that connected it with the
main land and left it an island. But the
effect of atti Oh did not end here. For
nearly a mile llom this locality s'the noble
James" has been gaining on the land.
So. much Of the old town is now under
water, AID at low tide evidences OF
this fact have sometimes been dis
covered in the debris that it has left
there. The old town and ruins of once
handsome church are now less than fifty
yards from the water, and must, in time,
be submurged unless some action be taken
to prevent it. The tower, lvy-grown and
picturesque as it is, lifts itself some forty
feet above the plain, and is about twenty
feet square. tits impossible to ascertain
the exact date Of the construction Of this
old building, but it is very old. AS the
site of it is included in fiftv acres decided
to the authorities Of James City for public
houses, would not some steps taken by the
state to preserve it from further demoli-
ton be suggestive? The island is now
owned by a gentleman from New York,
and, hence, there should be some steps to
preserve this memorial Of the first settle-
ment of Virginia.