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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
Tho Revolution in Mexico.


The Cdpi,Te Of Naiamoras By Rsro'aionists.
GALVESTON, April S.--A News special,
dated Brownvillc, April says; "This morn
ins at o'clock Gen. Toledo went out Of Mata
moras with one hundred men to reconnoitre.
He was endeavoring 10 ascertain the position
OF the revolutionary force. While thus en-
gagged column of cavalry suddenly passed
between him and Matamoras, completely isola-
ting him. The main body of Diaz's army
marched boldly upon the works in the upper
part Of the city Not gun was fred from
The works. The regular troops and national
guard hurrahel for Daz Con. Labarra dis
charged his revolver and then retreated 20 the
river bank with about twenty-five men. He
asked permission to pass, which was granted,
on condition of his becoming prisoner and
being disarmed. He aud the detachment arc
IN Fort Brown Another versiouis'thNt Gen.
oledo had six hundred men, aud that when
outside they pronounced aud joined Diaz.-
Gen Diaz has more than one thousand men.
lie was received with great rejoicing by the
people Of Matamoras.
The firing is mostly from Casa Mata and the
fort Of San Fernando. When Col. Christie
learned that Gen. Lebarra was 10 Fort Brown
he surrendered. Gen Diaz has complete pos
session Of NatGmoras, aud the refugees viii
soon be iioCking TO the other side. About
halt-paSt seven clock fight took place be-
tween the Ninth regular cavalry and the regl-
mcnts Of Laparena and Amgine. This was
outside of the town. The cavalry surrender
Ell. Two pieces Of artillery were taken at
Monterey Fort. Tie former gunuerS served
them whea they were firing upon Casa Mata
The twenty-second infantry abandoned the
Fort Of San Fernando and entered Casa Mata.
The fight at Casa Malta was brisk for half an
hour. The revolutiouists attempted to take
the works by storm, and were repulSed. Just
as they were ready for another attempt a
white fag was raised. Col Christie offered his
sword to Gen Diaz; tie latter complimented
him aud told him TO wear bis sword.
The number Of men surrendered by Col
Cristo is vayonsly estimated at from llJ to
500 Col. Parrot was thrown from his horse
| in an affair outside the town, and is a prisoner.
An officer Of Gen. Dilz gives the following
list Of captures; $50 men, Il pieces Of artll-
lsry. 7l2 stand of sn all arms, besides those in
the hands Of The prisoners. The surgeon re-
ports three killed aud twelve wounded. The
| oGiceys report five killed and sixteen wounded.
Gems. Treyino and Laramie had Col. OTdonnez
surrounded day before yesterday near Panic
/ Arcuala. Tgcviuo sent courier 70 Mendiaz
saying he would defeat Ordonncz. Trevino is
expected in Ma;amoras within three days.
Gen Diaz was preparing note to-day to
Gen. Potter requesting or demanding the re-
moyal Of the gunbmt from before MtamoTas.
Her presence is said % &c diSagreeable to him.
/ Tie has expressed a determination to remain at
Natamorss until his troops enter the City OF
Mexico. An entire change is in progress
Diazs en- are c,owdirg IN to MatamOras,
and the Lerdo men are coming to this bank.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
The Fitch-sh.rman Diamonds.

When Gen. sherman was in Egypt few
wears 30, b, made some suggestions ofa nil
i,arv charactS which awakened ,hc gratitude
Of the Kheliye. I, did no. sui. that present
should be made % the General himself for that
might have been used against him In some ra-
tare contest fer he presidency. /, was con-
scluen,ly arrsaSel that thc present, should be
made 90 L.s daughter Minnie married to Thos.
W. Fish. Engineer Of ,bs L. 5. Navy. This
gift, valued at quarter ot q mi,lioa Of dollars,
being costly jewelry and precious stones, ar
rived At the Custom House IN New Noik, and
Clasrcss by a i1iot resolution Of the 18Th o,
February. 1875. ou,h1ri-ej the husband TO ac-
sept It. But Congress made 90 provision to
release The duty upon the costly gewsaw, and
there that present remains 10 the Custom
House at New York % This hour from jnabili-
~ in the donce % pay the forty thousand dol
lars Of duty upon IT, How many hours Of
painful anxiety has the ttough,ess Khedivo
inflicted upon this young lady. Ia few
months more, il vii, under the law he exposed
40 public auction % pay the duties How ua-
fortunate were all the parties that Mr.. Faulk-
ner was not then iu Congress li be bad been,
The EheLiFe would have saved his money, aud
the fair young lady would not have been for
the last two years piujos for q costly decora-
ton So near her grasp and vet beyond her
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
Government Conv.cts.

We observed an article 10 the Baltimore Sun,
in which The credit is claimed for Senator Da-
Wis Of having accomplished an arrangement
with the Attorney General for de maintenance
Of Federal c5ayicts in our State peniteutiary
ct Mounlsyi,lc. This IS only another iilustra-
,isu Of the disposition Of Mr.. Davis friends to
claim exclusively 6r him acts done in part, If
-, altogether by others. It was our fortune
to be in Washington when this arrangement
was made. and i, is within our personal kUowl-
edge, that Mr.. Faulkner, the Eopreseutaiiye
from this District, had a large participation
in that arrangement, 10 say nothing more Of
lis connection with that matter.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
rFtom tie F,s.eliaa Regisir. ]
Hon. j. NJ. Mason as a Candidate for
Attorney General.
CuARLEsTJwN, JEFTEasoY Co., J
March -, 1876.

CUAGLESTJWN, EFFE2S y 70,
March y, 1876.
EIitors Of the Register:
Many considerations lead 10 toe conviction
that the next Attorney General should be a
man who has not only the legal ability to
perform tie duties Of the Office. but who ike
wise possess the slg,city and fidelity.
Law suits involving questions Of moment
are likely 70 arise with different corporations
aud viii call for the best legal ability to pro-
tect the interests OF the State. The R~publi-
can party will PIT forth their utmost efforts for
supremacy in the approaching election an ef-
fectvc service during the canvass will be de-
manGcl at the hands of all the candidates.
Ia view Of these and many other Consdc.a-
tons not necessary 10 mention, we present to
the people Of the State the name Of Jas. ~
Mason, Esq. of Jefferson county. for the po-
siton of Encouragement. Mr.. Mason is
well-known as an able and powerful writer
aud lawyer Of uutiriug industry and perse-
verance. That be is an effective speaker, was
well tested in the Legislature during rs past
session. His force As . writer was Inhibited
in the series Of Articles asue Jefferson,
which attracted general attention ~ tHe time
Of their publication ard as ega. acumen
and sagaciiy, As dispaye5 ia the several ar
sumeuts made before tie supreme mt of the
State are well known to the iega. profession.
1t is conceded beyond controversy that he
was the leader Of the impeachment question
in the last legislature, and that ty a speech
which, to say the least, has not been surpassed
in the annals Of our State for research, knowi-
edge and power, saved the question from de-
feat at the hands of powerful combination and
our State from the disgrace would have at
tended lis overthrow These are a few Of the
answers which may be given TO the question
"Wbat has the gentleman done to show bis
fitness for the position ?"
THIS section has always been earnest and
faithful in tie support of the nominee, and
never having heretofore asked for State
Office, and presenting candidate to whom no
possible objection can be urgel, aud in whose
favor SO much may be said, we demand con-
sidcration Of our claims. 4 YoTER.
THE writer is incorrect in lis assertion that
tbs section has never asked for a State Of
fge. '-E0. r ?
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
Loudoun Items.
From the Leesburg papers we learn:

From the Leesburs papers we learn
Mr.. f. A. Lutz, has given 81 900 towards
the endowment Of Chair at RlndOlph-Macon
College.
The farm Of the late John H. Brown, near
Iughesville, six miles West Of Lecsbnrg con-
tanning lG7 acres. was 4oll at private sale. y
Mr.. J. w. Garrett f,r $3.50 per acre. Mr.
John Pisgoit, purchaser.
The numerous .rienls Of Mr.. John S2uler
viii regret to learn that he died very sudden y
by a stroke Of paralysis, at his residence in
The German settlement, on Monday last He
was wel-known to the people Of Loudoun as
a correct, honest and prompt business man
highly esteemed for bis kindness and hospi-
taity, and his warm, genial and generous IA
ture, as shown in his relations with those a.
round him.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
News and Times about Winchester

From the Neics and Times VIC collato the
following:
Mr. Eichelberg9r has in his store falcon Of
pure white pumase, with crest on his head.
and broad fan-ike tail He measures fonr
feet from tip to tip. lie was wounded by
Mr.. Graves on bis farm near town. and Is
supposed to have come from far distant North
ern regions.
The Agricultural Society has determined IN
hold It's annual exhibition on the 10th. llih
18th and 18th Of October. The subcc, Of re-.
building tie amphiibeatre has been retired 70
i committee % ascertain cost, &c.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
West Virginia.

Richard Porter, Of Wheeling. said to he tic
oldest Mason in the State, died Tuesday.
Hon. B. f. Martin has been elected Law
Delegate to the General Con ference Of the ".
(. Church, which meets in Baltimore in May.
The Piedmont indPendeHfs says the Virginia
Cal Company, near Piedmont, will send %
to the Philadelphia exposition section of a
seam Of coal fourteen feet high, with but four
inches Of impurities.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
Fire at Fairmout.

Sunday morning abou, four o'clock FIRE
Irass out ia Pculer.ast's saloon on Main
street. wL 5ch communicated 90 Tie buildings
adjacent on e-tisr size and was soon beyond
con;ro'. The fire spread 90 The buildings on
a.. other s.Ieof Tire street burning a store
I,1n on the c9rucrof Name and Bridge streets.
thence communicating to residences below
asl business buildings west Tlcentire block
fror the corner named, directly opposite the
M9aaa;a City House was coa.umsl iuclul-
ias ,v1 dru, stores. ,ao Wes, rugiain and
LIsro6i.cs, p9s.ali.e AMI ylri Gus other 5usi-
ucss houses and dwellings. The aggregate loss
win reach 100000; insurance $4,000. The
FIRE IS s1pprel,s be ,aa work Of an icecn-
diary. Twcu,y-,,Iec buildings and a large
amount Of merchandise destroyed The fire
la.cd until ESQ a. ~ They were totally at
tlo ne-.y Of tie Gam os.--lad not even
L,a.. saI ju' fsr ,ae face there was but little
wind, T..aa5a, would a.vo t,eu totally de-
Hs.yed.
gz-uav. L.t.lsr very properly dcc'iucl Co
allow t.s exposes. reacatu his recent sick
l,,s -5.' '.rr. rs A. STATE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
Personal Paragraphs.

We have received a communication from
jefferson" Of Jefferson county, which we will
take pleasure in publishing, but it was receiv-
too late for this weeks issue. We can assure
Jefferson" in the meantime that we heartily
endorse his high opinion Of W. L. Wilson,
Esq, and it will give Us great pleasure, not
only to support him for the State Senate,
should he receive Me nomination, but we
would give him hearty support for any posi-
ten in the Gift of the people Of the State
MTtinsJmg Statesman.
Bradford, in communication to the
Wheeling Register, directs attention to the fact
that a County Judge for Ohio County must be
elected this fall and suggests as suitable for
that position Judge John w Kennedy, Of
Wheeling, formerly Of this place. Bradford
says:
"To properly GIL the position we should Sc
lcct man of known integrity, of large in
formation and OF ability as lawyer. With
these qualifications in view, your correspon-
dent knows Of no better man than Judge
John W. Kennedy. judge Kennedy is prob
ably known t. the majority OF your readers
as a gentleman not only of experience, bnt
also one Of unblemishcd character and intcg-
rity. \ gentleman who has not only matured
timself 10y long years Of practice at his pro-
lcssnu, but who also possesses judicial expo
renee Should it BE- the pleasure OF the peo-
pie Of Ohio county 10 tender 10 Judge Ken
ncdy the position for which he is here named,
we know they will never find room for an ex-
preston OF regret, but rather a concratulation
at their own fortune in securing the services
Of one 50 competent, able, expeditions and
inst"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
SCHOOL BOOKS AND STATIONERY.

4 HAVE just received from Philadelphia a COM
1 ple,e line OF all School Books used in the
schools of our town, which we can sell Mt AZ low
figures any other house. Any book not on hand
can be furnished in few days. have also
large stock Of Letter Cap, Foolscap, Note, Tinted,
and Initial Paper, with Envelopes of all sizes and
shapes with States Pen holders, Pens, &c, all az
low prices Call aud examine.
April 8, 1876. c. L. DELLER
ORIENTAL Cream, the most elegant sud deli.
~ ca te preparation tor the skin ever invented
also Hagan's Magnolia Balm aud Saunders Face
Powder. To be had at G. T.. BELLER'S.
Use ConCuline for mcuding- China, Glass,
1 Earihcnware, Stone. Ivory, Wood, Leather,
Trinkets, TOYS, &C., Tor sale by
April 6, 1876. c. /. BELLEB.
DEAD THlS.-Safety from fire injured by
4 \ using the Hang up Box Matches 200 IN a boz
Tor only fire cents, can be had at
April s, 1876. & l.. BELLERS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
DIVIDEND NOTICE..

FgNHE President and Directors Of the Bank Of
4 CbarlestoNn have declared dividend If Eve
per cent. for the past six months, payable to tho
Stockholders on and after this date.
GEO. A. POkTERFIELD.
April 8, ls7C-si. Cashier.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
Trustees Meeting.

TIVE Trustees OF Edge Hin Cemetery are re-
qucsted to meet a, the Office Of w. II. TRAY
ers, Esq, SATURDAY, April 3, 1876, at ; +. NJ
W. W. b. GALLAHER, Sec'r.
Anil 9 1874
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
Lime.

T'RESi BG-ncd Wlite-washing Line, just re
ceiycd and for sale By
April S, 1873. GEO. W. 7. kEAnSLEY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08

Monday, the l7ih instant
Thomas p. Conn, administrator Of Charles II.
Uudgs0n, entered suit this afternoon against the
Baltimore and Ohio railroad, claiming SIO 600 on
account of the death of Mr.. Uodgson, who was
killed bv the TALL OF the bridge at Narrow Passage
on the IIJrpers Ferry and Valley railroad, on the
lith Bash. Cor Baltimore S,m.
Actions of the above character are in themselves
sufficient reason for the newspaper press to re-
frain from such condemnation Of the railroad on
account Of the Narrow Passage calamity as the
Martinsburg S,utcsadn INDUCES in whist censur-
ing the press for not partaking of its bitterness
We do not reckon among the " blessings of free
and independent press right to assume the du-
ties Of the Courts.
The Secretary Of War has ordered the re-es-
Enlistment Of Army Headquarters at Washing
ton City. After all that the Commanding Gene
raj has said about the corrupt influences Of Wash
ingtaa society, it does seem little hard that he
should be compelled TO expose his family to them.
But, we would suggest that the old Washington
society, he should get within its charmed cir
Gle. would do him or his no harn-be might stand
it, iG q could, and his march from St. Louis to the
sea would not be detrimental to his welfare.
Mr.. Il. II. Flood, a former resident of our town
is engaged in the manufacture Of The Rubber
Stamp for marking clothing, printing cards en-
velopcs. &c. Il is a very convenient and service
abs little arrangement for people to do their own
printing. and we suppose he furnishes them at
quite a moderate price. He is now here soliciting
orders.
Senator Davis, Of West Virginia, and Repre-
scutatives Walsh and Roberts OF Maryland ap-
rearcd before the Ways and Means Committee in
oqpos ition to bituminous coal being put upon the
free list It is thought If the committee does not
acced, to their wishes in this respect it will be
done BY the House.
-Four powder magazines, containing an immense
quantity of powder, exploded at Salt Lake City
on Wednesday, killing several persons and de-
stroying much property. The damage to glass
alone is estimated at $4,000.
The Erepiag Standard very seriously sus-
gests that class distinctions be dropped as they
arc only calculated to blind and mislead con-
yentious, and tho. men be rated by their spc-
cial fitness for the work ted, their charlc-
tcrS and their records.
Bclknaps fall is said to have come of bis
wifes foudoess for Dress. The recent sangu-
mary dpello in Virginia is said to have been
about woman. And Gen Schencks troub-
les are about Emma Mine
President Grant has been confined to his
room for some days. and receiving 10 visitors
Some OF his intimate friends say his sickness
is owing to return Of periodical neuralgia
On Sunday Rev. Dr. Newman, Of the Metro
politan Church and pastor OF the President
offered prayer for his recovery.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
The Court of impeachment.

On Wednesday the Senate Of the United
States adopted resolution inviting the Chief
Justice of the United States to attend IN the
Senate at l o'clock p. NJ and administer the
oath to Senator's in the matter of impeachment
Of W W. Belknap, late Secretary Of War.
At the hour named, Chief Justice Waite APP
peared, escorted by Senators Edmunds and
Thurman, and administered an oath to the
Senators present that in all things appertaining
to the trial they would DO impartial justice &C
cording to the constitution and the laws The
House managers anerward appeared, and
through their chairman, Mr. Lord asked for
the issue Of process against the accused,
which was granted, returnalIe on Monday,
April II, at o'clock. \ resolution was then
adopted that the Senate, sitting as high court
Of impeachment, adjourn till 1890 ?. N. on
Monday, the 18th instant
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
y,,ur DEMOCRATIC AND CONSERVATIVE

THWE DEMOCRATIC AND CoNSEh' At1' 4
party OF West Virginia, are requested 70 APP
,inf .ls-ltss 90 meet iu the city 90 Charleston.
IN Thursday. rhc Sth day OF June, at 10
o'-locS A. NJ, for the purpose 90 nominating
candidates for the Offices of Governor, Auditor,
Treasurer. Attorney state Superin'en-
dent of Free Schools, and three Judges OF the
Court Of Appeals Also Tor The purpose O. ap-
pointing two Delegates from each Congressional
district OF the STATE, aud four Delegates from the
state 40 large. o. represent West Virginia m the
Democrats National Convention, O. De held IN
St. Louis on the 27th Cav of June, for the MONT
nation of candidates for President and 'ce-tres-
ident Of tbe Juited States, the selection OF an
Electoral Ticket, and the transaction 81 such
other proper business as may come before he SAID
Convention.
An Deuocratic and Conservative voters OF the
STATE, without regard 90 past political differences
that are opposed to political corruption IN high
places. are cordially Invited O. participate IN TIC
meetings called o. appoint said Delegates.
ALEX. CAMPBELL, Chairman.
=. ". GaLLAHEE, Scc'y.
Democratic papers OF the STATE please copy.
pARSrusByBs, March @, lS1G.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08
Maryland.

Gov Carroll has appointed Maj. H. X.
Douglas, Of Hagerstown, aiIe-de-camp, on his
staff, with the rank of Colonel
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-04-08

A fire at Benwood destroyed The Benwool
nail works Five hundred persons thrown cut
cf employment.
Litchfield enquirer., 1876-04-27
Coshen.-No. 232.

The funeral of Mrs. Myron Norton was attended, Last Tuesday, and Mr. Samuel B. Futile was very sick at the same house at the time. He died the next day, and at his funeral, last Sabbath, many were present from Litchfeld, New Haven and Bridgeport. Mrs. Futile is daughter of Mrs. Norton. and she and her daughter Carrie are the last of the family remain ing in Goshen. Mrs. Tnttle had lived here about 20 years. and will be much missed in his family and in the commun- ,ity. He was our. largest tax payer.
 MT. Edward Kimberly is still in Florida, and his nephews, Orlo and Arthur Wad- hams, sons of NIT. James Wadhams, have been with him all winter.
 I have seen,a letter in Qan Ohio ffpaper from MT. Lorenzo Roys, formerly from Norfolk, Conn.,, who has been with the others clearing and fencing 30 acres of land. and setting out 1000 orange trees. They leave some of ythe forest trees, to partly shade the orange trees, which are set % feet apart. The Wadhams, boys went of on a four weeks trip in | d row boat up river, and rewed their boat TOO miles. They found plenty of water fowl, but did not go ashore much to hunt the deer. They were not particularly pleased with the country. We expect to see them back soon. ..s.. ,,,. -e.
 The new minister at West Goshen is Rev. Mir. Dikeman. r HIN.
Litchfield enquirer., 1876-04-27
Cornwall.

While returning from a. funeral, Mrs Milton Emmons was thrown from wagon and quite severely injured. ! We do not wish to discourage immigra- tion, but we are obliged to admit that Cornwall is hardly safe place of resi- dence for the peaceable American citizen. Tie fact is, we have taUo Sewing Societies Not only that, but there is bitter rivalry between them. Two champions of these rival institutions met after chapel service, the other day, and the applause their ''lit- spectators demonstrates the fact that pug nacity is fast coming to be considered virtue here. A war is imminent which promises to be sanguinary, and mothers in-law are being pushed to the front in great numbers. ai .a. ....
 One Cornwall man got a scare the other day. His better half having met with an accident which caused some pret- ty severe bruises, an accommodating neighbor gave him some ointment which ~hoFLpcoeded to apply to the iniurias- The ointment ignited during the application; and, judging from the graphic account of the circumstance given by the unfortun- ate husband. the only thing necessary to have completed the scene was cloven footed 'critter"with three pronged fork. We understand that he suffered the least of the two. and he has been around for the last three days swathed like an Egyp- tian mummy. 1es9
 People can rave about the beauties of spring, but until they can see one small hillside ornamerted with forty-nine Corn wall girls in search of arbutus, they can have but faint idea of the real glories of the "budding season.'
 DICKFY
Litchfield enquirer., 1876-04-27
Ellsworth.

On Thursday evening. April 18th. Mrs. Belinda Monroe died of pneumonia, after an illness of three days. She was the wid- ow of late Bonnet Monroe and one of the oldest members of the Congregational church. For many years she had been unable to mingle with the world, but in her own home she attracted many by her pleasant social qualities, and there the vacant chair and lonely fire side all tell her loss.
 MT. E. ". Chaffe left home for visit to his western farm on Monday Of last week.
 5 - The mud is very deep and on the Flat the road is almost impossible. a ?. The Misses Toll of Verona, N Y. are the guests of Mrs. Frank Everette.