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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
LETTER FROM LEETOWN.
Feb. Is. 1875.

DR.. James Wiltshire paid flying
visit to his paternal home last week; he
tarried bat twenty-four hours at the old
homestead. He is at present located
in Baltimore city.
Several persons in this vicinity got
their ears frost bitten last week. John
II. Campbell got one ear slightly, going
to school on Tuesday morning, and the
same day c. A. Johnson drove to Mar
tinsburg, returning with one ear slight
ly, and the other badly frozen. 5. IL.
Watson ventnred to attend sociable,
and having several miles to travel in
order to reach the place of amusement,
succeeded in getting one ear, little
bit frozen; he says that the weather was
decidedly cool, for several days last
week.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Barney, of
Berkeley county, met with disagreea-
BILE accident on Monday morning last.
They had been visiting some relatives
in this vicinity and were on their return
home, when they drove into the ford,
at the Sulphur SPRING" their horse
fell, breaking the shafts of the vehicle.
Mr.. Barney had to get into the water,
to disengage the horse, and Mrs. Bar
ney attempted to cross the creek on the
ice, but, unfortunately, slipped off the
ice into the channel of the ford. The
water was not deep, but it was cold
bath. Providentially, Mr.. Wilson lives
near the ford, where they thawed them
selves out, and repaired damages, be-
fore proceeding on their way.
Our exaggerating friend, John Price,
of Egypt, came near getting hurt, the
other day; he got one OF the boys in
League & Cos store to SILL his pipe,
but they put in more powder than was
necessary for a good, healthy smoke,
and in consequence thereof, there was
an explosion, when the fire reached the
powder, shocking Johns nerves TO such
an extent that he will scarcely tell the
truth at all hereafter, we fear.
The annual return of the natal day
assigned to Saint Valentine, received
some slight notice from some OF the
youngsters, though the observance was
not extensive.
Four or five days ago Ground Hog
Stock was quoted at fifty to sixty per
cent. above par, but on Saturday, under
the melting influence of old Sol, it fell
to seventy-fve cents on the dollar. This
morning holders of G. H. Stock are
confidently anticipating another "rlse
in the market
Some of our villagers are making ar
engagements for ''change of base on
the first of April l understand that
we are to have two blacksmiths next
summer, instead of one, as heretofore.
James w. Willis, of Horaces Gap, has
scented the smithy now occupied by
George d. Johnson, the latter intending
TO build shop near his residence.
Rev. A. f. Rodgers preached good
sermon at Mount Zion yesterday, upon
the broad subject of "Christian Chair
ty." basing his remarks upon St. Paul s
description of Charity, as recorded in
his Second Epistle to the Corinthians,
XIII Chapter, and first to eight verses,
inclusive. Mr. r. told some very whole
some truths in the course of his sermon
sternly reproving a great many OF the
failings to which professors are prone
to yield, and which detract 50 much
from the church's power of doing good
in the world Yours truly,
~ TEMPLAR.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
A Triumph Over Humbug

1t is not difficult to alarm the timid, and
invalids are proverbially so, Aware OF
this fact, the vendors of pseudo bitters,
''entirely free from alcohol" have raised
a false cry against tonic preparations con-
tanning spirits, and no doubt have frigh-
tened few sick folks into purchasing the
fermented rubbish which they sell, and
which is infinitely more injurious than
the vilest drains drunk at tavern bars.
But already q tremendous reaction has set
in against these abominable nostrums,
which, being devoid of the alcoholic basis
which alone prevents liquid botanic prep
arations from turning sour, decompose al
most As soon as made. Hostetter's Stom-
ach Bitters has lived and will live down
multitudes of such impostures. A regular
recurrence of the demand for the great
Alternative invigorant from those who have
always been its patrons, shows that they
have not swerved in their time-honored al
legiance to Americas most popular rene
DIV; and a constant influx of new orders
demonstrates how little impression, after
all, the blatant denunciations of the mock
bitters men have made upon the general
public. SO long as Hostetter's Bitters con-
tinue to cure and prevent intermittent
and remittent fevers, dyspepsia, constipa-
ton, kidney diseases, and the numerous
other ailments to which they are adapted,
they will continue to dominate the fac
tious opposition ofhumbugs, and that will
be just rs long as they are manufactured
and sold. Be it known unto all bogus nos
trum vendors, of every degree of audac-
ity and knavery, that they can never hope
to puff themselves into public fayer at the
expense of Hostctter's Bitters, the repu-
tation of which is founded, as it were,
uDon rock
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

sG ABoLIsHlNG THE COUNTY Court
SrsrEx.-The House judiciary COM
mittee of the West Virginia Legisla-
ture on Saturday unanimously reported
an amendment to the constitution Of
the State wiping out the present coun-
ty court system, increasing the Judicial
circuits to fifteen, and providing for an
additional member. of the Court Of Ap-
pesls bench. It provides; for three
commissioner !, te be elected for the
county at large, and the transfer OF
probate jurisdiction to. the clerk OF the
Circuit Court
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
JOS. s. FILE NJ [ N G =,
MANUFACTURER AND DEALER IN
Doors AND SHOES.
A large Stock on hand. All kinds Of work
made to order. Repairing promtly done.
TERMS CASH.
SHEpnERpsrowN. w. Va,

SHEPHERpsrowN, w. VA,
February /, 1875.
To my customers and the public gencr-
ally.-I desire to call your attention TO
my NEW PLAN OF BUSINESS. Ipro-
pose to reduce the price Of Boots and
Shoes to the lowest possible figures. 10
do this l have adopted straight out
CASH business. Call and examine work
and prices. nm satisfied you can save
money. / mean business, and mean ev-
erything | say. ! will make you good
work, and use good material. am de-
termined to be behind none. All l ask Is
a trial, and guarantee to deal fair and
square. II you want to get bargains now
is the time. also offer my stock Of Ready
made work at greatly reduced prices.
j. 8. FLEMING.
p. ST. will also attend to having
Watches, Clocks and Jewelry repaired BY
competent workmen. j. 5. +.
Feb 13 1878. II
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
g9 FROM THE CAPIrAL.-We cl

p@FRoM THE CAPITAL.-We clip
the following paragraphs from the
Charleston Chronicie:- t.
Mr.. Mason, of Jefferson county,
made strong points in his speech last
Thursday, on the bill amending the
laws of descent and inheritance.
Mr.. Mason, of Jefferson, made a
good point on an important subject.
lie said that only 5000 of all the pop
ulation of West Va. read the laws
when they pass, and that three thou
sand distributed the laws to a portion
of others. So that only small portion
of the people get the laws and know
what they are. 1t is therefore very
necessary that all the laws shall be as
simple and perspicuous as possible and
not often changed; not changed unless
absolutely necessary. He was speak
lug on the bill proposing change i'll the
laws of decent.
The Usury bill as it is called, now
before the Legislature, occasioned much
comment in business circles. As rule,
usury laws are not of much force and
are not feared or observed. II is very
difficult to regulate the market price of
money; it is nearly impracticab,e.
We see bill has been introduced in
the Legislature by Hon w. V. Chides-
ter, in relation to Hucksters. 1t re-
duces the tax from 500 to $25, 1t is
thought the bill will pass.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
CHOICE GOODS.
TAKE NOTICE

THAT am selling Off my ENTIRE
L STOCK at PRIME COST, with To-
bacco and Segars excepted. All those
persons who accommodated me by trad
ing for Goods, will please accommodate
me again by delivering the same. All
persons indebted to me will please come
forward and settle up, as am obliged to
do the same. The above request can be
complied with by calling on me by the
first of March, after which time l shall
give it into other hands to settle.
Now is the time to get Goods AT COST
for CASH, at the store OF
GEO. 7. MCCHAN.
Feb. Is, 1875. II
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

PILES.-Look at these features and see the
agony depicted in the face. Ii cannot be heped
while the trouble remains. The suffering from
piles is Of very aggravated descriptions. You
cannot walk with soy comfort; you cannot ride
in peace; you cannot cit with ease. and the suf-
fering when attending TO nature is almost i'm
besrable, and causes such a feeling Of dread
that it is put OF at sacrifce 10 health and COM
fort iL any instance increasing The difficulty to
an alarming extent. Use DIR. Briggs Pile
Remedies, according to directions TO cure in
tsrnaI, external itching, or bleeding piles.
They are mild and reliable and warranted as
represented. Feb H-ly
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
Business Notices.
n9THE ATTENTION HOUSE.

agTHE ATTENTION OF HOUSE
KEEPERS, is invited to the very COM
plete assortment of Foreign and Do
nestle Dry Goods, now in stock at P.
A. Brugh's, No. 40 Washington Street,
Hagerstown, Md. New beginners will
find it to their advantage to examine
this stock before purchasing elsewhere.
The very lowest prices guaranteed.
Good Calicoes 6, s and 10 cts. New
York Mills, Wamsutta, Davol, Fruit of
Loom, Androseoggin and Hill, Al
Bleached Musllns. A large Stock
Brown Mnslins, AZ inch, "a, GA, s-4,
9 4 and IA Sheetings. Tickings in all
widths and qualities. Wool Blankets,
Carpets aud Oil Cloths, in great varie-
ty, all to be sold cheap,for the cash only.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

s~ If you want Boots, Shoes, Gait
ers, &c, for gentlemen, ladies, misses
and children, go to Isaac w. Chapline's
Store, at Moulder's Corner, Shepherds
town. He has the best assortment in
the County. Also Notions of every
description. He also has Trunks, Hats,
Tobacco, &c. &C. Call and see his
splendid Stock.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
TO CONSUMPTIVES,

THE advertiser having been permanently
i cured Of that dread disease, Comsump-
ton, by a simple remedy, as anxious to
moke known to his fellow sufferers the
means of cure. To all who desire it, he
will send 8 copy Of the prescription used,
(free of charge) with the directions for
preparing and using the same, which they
will find a sure cure for Consumption,
Asthma, Bronchitis, &c. Parties wishing
the prescription will please address.
Kew. z. A. WILSON,
494 Penn St., WiIliamsburgb, X. Y.
Nov. IS, 1874, em.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
nhIArpu


lock jaw, palsy. sprains, swellings, caked
breasts, scalds, burns, salt'rheum, earachc,
&C., upon the human frame, and Of strains,
spawn, gals, Sc, upon animals in one year
than have all other pretended remedies since
the world began. They are counter-Irritant,
all.healing pain believers. CripPles throw
away their cru,ches the lame walk, poisonous
bites are rendered harmless and the wounded
are healed without scar. The recipe is
published around each bottle. They cell a,
no articles ever before sold and they sell be-
cause they do just what they pretend 10 do.
Those who now suffer from rheumatism, pain
or swelling deserve 10 suffer # they will notuse
Centaur Eminent, white wrapper. More than
1000 certificates Of remarkable cures, includ-
ing frozen limbs, chronic rheumatism, govt,
running iumors, &c., have been received. We
will send a circular containing certificates, the
recipe, &c., gratis to any one requesting il.
One bottle Of the yellow wrapper Ceniaur
Liniment is worth one hundred dollars for
spawned or sweeoied horses and mules, or for
screw.worm in sheep. Stock owners-these
linimenls are worth your attention. No family
should be without them. "White wrapper for
family use;". Yellow wrapper for animals.
Sold by ALL Druggists. so cents per bottle;
large bottles, SI.00. J. Il. ROSE & Co., SO
Broadway New York.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
ERRORS OF YOUTH.

A GENTLEMAN who suffered for years
II from Nervous Debility, Premature Decay,
aud all the effects OF youthful indncreiion will,
for the sake Of suffering humanity, seed free 10
al who need it, the recipe aud direction for
making the simple remedy By which he vas
cured. Sufferers wishing to profit bv The ad-
vertisers experience can do 50 BY Addressing
in perfect confidence,
JOHN B. OGDEN, 70 Cedar st., New York.
Nov. %, 1874. 6m
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

gJ- WEST VA, LEGIsLATURE-THE
INTEREST QUEsrloN.-A correspondence
to the Wheeling Register, remarks upon
the usury bill, as follows:
The usury bill is the production of
Mr.. Carlisle, of Harrison, and is an un-
usually severe measure, providing for a
uniform rate of interest at six per cent,
and making it an offense, punishable by
a forfeiture of double the amount loaned
both principal and interest, to take more
than the legal rate; one-half to go to
the iuformer. This bill has been the
subject of heated discussion, the men,
bers from Jefferson, Harrison, bod
bridge and one or two other counties
making vehement speeches in its favor,
aud Mr.. Good, of Wheeling, Jackson,
of Wood, Walch, Of Mineral, and Hall,
Of Richie, taking opposite ground,
Vaughn, of Lincoln, was upon both
sides of the question. He is a comical
genius in both looks and action, and
his remarks caused much merliment.
lie declared his special mission to be
to look after the lawyers who were
"squashing the poor man down" and
closed his third speech upon the ques-
ton with the declaration that 'his peo-
pie sent him here for the good of the
universe and the saving of souls. Ills
speeches brought him one vote for
United States Senator on the joint bal
lot, and he is now calculating his
chances as good for compromise can
didacy. The debate on the bill still
continues, but it will probably be voted
down befoye a vote is reached
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

ey- CAPITAL REMovAL.-On Satur-
day last the bill removing the Capital
to Wheeling within the next ninety
days passed the House of Delegates,
the same bill having passed the Senate
few days previous; but it is thought
that the Governor will veto it, and if so
we venture the assertion that two thirds
of the people of the State will endorse
his action. The people of the State are
not willing that their hard earned mo-
ney should be expended by our Legis-
lature in fighting over the removal OF
the CAPITAL, at each session hereafter.
Let it remain where it is until 1t can be
removed permanently. The proceed
inss Of mec,ihg;held at Chsrlestown,
on the subiec, on "Wednesday last,
which are published in this issue, speak
the sentiments of the people Of this
County.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
HAVE YOU TRIED
j i Il u Ii Il Il A


Heok, Nervous, or Debiiifafed >
Arc you so Languid that any exertion re-
quires more of an effort than you feel ca
pable of making?
Then try JuRUBEBA, the wonderful tonic
and invigorator, which acts so bcnefcially
OH the secretiye organs rs TO impart vigor
to all tho vital forces.
1t Is no alcoholic appetizer, which slim
ulates for short time, only to let the suf-
fercr fall to lowor depth OF misery, bu.
1t is vegetable tonic acting directly on
the liver and spleen.
1t regulates the bowels, quiets the
nerves, and gives such healthy tone to
the whole system as TO soon mako the In.
valid feel like new person.
Its operation is not violent, but IL char
acterized by great gentleness; the patient
experiences. no sudden change, no marked
results, but gradually his troubles
"Fold their tents, like the Arabs,
And silently steal away"
This Is no new and untried discovery,
but has been long used with wonderful
remedial results, and is pronounced by
the highest medical authorities, "the most
powerful tonic and Alternative known"
Ask your druggist for 1t. For ssle By
WIN. +. KIDDER& CO., New York.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
a GAlesD

To the Shepherdstown Register-Dear
Sir-Please admit notein reply to card,
.o-called, from ignorant hands, against
me, to SANDER, and if possible to destroy
nv character, as minister of the Gospel
and teacher Of Public Schools. You know
every nation has some idol to worship, or
some great power to boast of. England
has her John Bull; America her Yankee
Sullivan; Kearneysville her champions,
especially among our colored friends. Jno.
Fox and Motion Collins are head and
shoulders above their race, and have Civ
en- some of their white neighbors hard
scrabble in law suits. So they are right
sharp fellows. John Fox, for threatening
TO do ne bodily injury, warranted him;
and Motion Collins, for coming in my
school room, while in session, to disturb,
and ATTEMPTED an old fashioned whipping
to meet out to me. Capt. Smith, the JUS
tice of the Peace, for the same offences,
made John pay about 5000; Motion to the
State $500; besides the cost.
| have teachers certificate from the
Board of Examiners, dated August 29th,
1874, in Jefferson County, West Va, with
the proper names assigned. So you see
there is no truth in what they say. Tho
i'm every scandal there is the warp and
wool. 1t is seldom that some ground cam
not be had to work upon; the wool may
be in fact, wholly frustrated, but upon 1t
the liar may weave his warp, his figure
of detraction of scandal; and it comes out
all in one place, and no man can say that
there is not some truth in it. Though, II
the truth were picked out, the lie would
stand by itself, like the five names alone,
foolish enough signed, to the card of SLAM
dor JESSE robson.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

n0H The address delivered before the
Society, at Charlestowp, by Rev. DR..
Andrews, of this town, on "The 1nf1u-
ence of Law as an Educator of the
People," on the 5th inst, is highly
complimented by the papers of that
town. Hon. A. II. Boteler, of this
place, will deliver an address upon
"Centennial," before the same society
on the Goth instant.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

Castoria is more than Substitute for Cas-
tor Oh. l.. is the only scjt article in existence
which is certain 10 sssimilate the food, regu-
late the bowels, cure wind-colic and produce
natural sleep. Is contains neither minerals,
morphine or alcohol, and is pleasant TO take.
Children need not cry aud mothers may rest.
NAYS Iy
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

"a Emmert q Fiery received few
days ago, $50 pairs Of the same Ladies
Hose. at 12s cents pair, as good as
you will find anywhere for IS cents.
Call and get few pair. -
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20
EMPLOYMENT.
SAMPLES AND A COMPLETE OUTFIT
SENT FREE

WE want a suitable person In every
w neighborhood to take orders and de-
liver goods for our established c. o. d.
Sales of staple and family goods Of oil
kinds in constant use and wear. The old
est c. o. ID. house In America. Sales over
half million in 1874. Large Cash Pay
to the right person. A real chance for
all, male or female, at your homes or trav-
cling. No risk. If you 60 to work VIC
will send you free and postpaid line Of
samples and complete outfit. Address
at once and secure your territory. H. j.
HALL & CO., n. Howard ST., Balti-
more, Md.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

that Mr.. Cabell was still before the
House in contempt, and then the ex,
element. began. Mr.. Cabell was asked
if he was prepared to answer the ques-
tons propounded to him by the COM
mittee and the House, and his reply
was refusal to answer, and denial OF
the right OF the House to compel MN
to criminate himself. Then followed
scene of excitement and earnest debate,
impossible to describe. But good Judg-
ment prevailed throughout, and, Mr..
Cabell was, by the direction of the
House. placed in the hands OF the Sher-
if by the Sergeant-at-Arms, and amidst
some confusion lodged in Jail. There
was. of course, no set attempt to inter
fere with the course of the authorities,
although the excitement was at fever
heat Later in the day Mr.. Cabell's
counsel, Messrs. Hogeman and Quar-
rier, made application to the Court Of
Appeals for his release upon a writ of
habeas corpus, but it was refused upon
the papers presented because they were
defective. Mr.. Cabell will remain in
Jail enjoying such comforts as the sher-
iff can consistently furnish until this
application for habsas corpus, can be
renewed, and heard. and disposed of
upon its merits. There are various
opinions as to the probable results, and
some regard his release as certain,
while others do not think it possible
for the court to interfere. The case of
DR.. Cullen, of Richmond, whom the
Court OF Appeals of the old States de-
cided that he could not be made to an
swer questions eliminating himself, and
that he himself must be the Judge of
such questions, will be cited to sustain
the appeal to judicial interference. But
it is believed that this decision will
have no great bearing, as the constitu-
ton of this State declares that no Grim
inal act brought to light through wit
ness being compelled TO testify before
an investigation, can be punished by
trial, &c. There is broad rumors that
more men than the one now in durance
vile, will be sent to Jail ere this investi-
CATION is closed The disposition
grows stronger every day to press the
research into the conduct Of State aft
airs, let it hit who it may.
p. S.-Since the above was in type
we learn that Mr.. Cabell appeared be-
fore the Investigating Committee ON
Monday last, and answered the ques-
tons propounded to him, and was dis
charged from custody. His answer
is not known, the Committee being
sworn to Secrecy. -.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

Sag New SUPpLY.-Emmert 81 Fiery,
of Martinsburg, have received a new
supply of Dry Goods, Notions and Gro
ceries, and would be pleased to have all
persons coming to that town to call and
price their goods before buying. They
sell close and defy competition. Go and
see them take in exchange all kinds Of
produce at market prices.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

pa- If you want cheap Dry Goods,
Carpets, Olcloths, Blankets, &c, call
at Rickard & Welshans'.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

.BS- Cloths, Cassimeres, Cassinetts,
Corduroy, Linsey, &C., &c, large
stock very cheap, at Richard & Wei
shans'.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

Marry a widower ssnot l. said a
young lady the other day. "Babies
are like tooth brushes, everybody wants
their own"
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

s1- A full line of Ladies Merino
Vests and Drawers, very cheap, at
Rickard q Welshans'.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

R@- In Gents Underwear you will
find complete stock, very cheap, at
Rickard 81 Welshans'.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-02-20

BD- For Bugle, Fringe, Crimps,
Buttons and Ornaments, GO to Richard
& Welshans'.