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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
The Old Family Journal.
VARIETY.
News Of the Day.

A Dispatch f-.m N,w Orleans announces
tlat G-a. ursy r. U'ycs, q lending lawyer,
G1el ,u talt c.tyoa Monday tie served with
distinction jr tac Mexican war aud succeeded
Gen. EuatrJ Isynr iu command of the ia-
nous L5uI lana brigade of the 3rny oi
Northern Virginia.. Confederate army, 10 which
position be exhibited great sk,,i aai courage.
TOE Ul-us.cwn News says the people
of Winchester. Va, are masking bis blt
frtac location there &C the new college % the
United Brethren Caugt5. that II WAS thought
would Dee established at E-e lysvi'le, Wash
ia,,on county. A tract containing over one
hundred acres Of land aud all necessary build
Jugs is offered, and will probably turn the
scale 90 favor Of Winchester.
Nelson Watkins, o negro, was arrested in
y Ism county Va, ou Monday morning, io'
aa ALLEGED outrage ou q respectable white lady
near Ssuatou. a party Of five men snr-
rounded the house. ui Us soon as Watkins
discovered his situation De commenced brlu-
f-1.n tle w.r.lrw above. one bal. taking effect
s-iSm. Nr ~. s Gr.tia on The thigh. Wat
bIas then attempted 90 escape. but vas brought
down Iy tLc coa,euts ot a shotgun. Ills
wounds were sI.ht, however, and DE has been
taken o. SnWt1 o. await the action %! tht
authorities Of Augusta county.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
81 Brother
SccdSmCH and Florists,


Pr-t1r-. Sen. F-.. anil Gur-ont,,6.-We will
send small packages by Mani and the larger bT
Express. prepay charges, ard guarantee their safe
delivery. PARTIES ordering by Express will please
state 90 IS convenient o. rcceiy, packages by tx
press. and give their nearest Express Office.
O-fs- Iy N.ntcr.-It will De noticed that the
Flower Seeds are numbered no the LEFT u the
columns 90 ihe Catalogue. 10 viii De much easier
for those who Usder simply O. give the numbers
ui tha varieties they require, instead Of writing
out tl. naw-, oi the flowers, and more convenient
o. usjg filling orders In ordering by Numbers il
is .gt.y necessary t1 give ibp tate or year in
which the Catalogue was published from which
theariar is taken.
Es.ir5iry ef Sssi,.-I, Is almost unnecessary,
iu view Of the many ryid uceS already presented,
o. assert the reliability of our Seeds. But we can
rc-a,surr our friends that We have In stock the
largest variety and quantity of exclusively First
elias, Seed, ugd Bulbs now held by any house in
the world
Har .oSsal Nagsu-By Pos, Office Money Or
iars, ura.ts on New losk, los Express, or small
amounts ia Registered Letters be cost OF the
l.. %. urder. Drafts or ot Registering Letters, &C.
may be deducted from tle remittance "a orders
amounting 90 Two Do.lats and upwards. sums
l.,, than Two Dollars may be sent az our risk
without registering. Please send the pay ~ the
-lur ui ordering, as we DO not keep anv book as-
counts ir tht Mail Department OF our business.
va We DO the heaviest business IN our line Of
ans house % the world. Address all c0mmuaicl-
lions 90
BRIGGS BROTHER.
Rochester, y. y, OF Chicago, III.
Nav ID. 1876.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
Change or Location.
WOODEN Goods.

rf,NE undersigned respectfully informs his for-
! mer customers and the public generally that
b. h,s lnAsed the
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
WITH Cash CAPITAL AND ASSETS OF
mORE TEgAN sO.OOo.OGO.

T AN prepared 10 write policies on Dwellings
; and Contents; Store Houses and Contents !;
Mills. Factories and all good insurable property
al lowest current rates. Farm Dwellings a
specially. | will give my personal attention to
viewing, making diagrams and furnishing such
other needed Information q all parties desiring
81 insure. Ny customers will be furnished from
time % time, Blotters, calendars a well as
printed matter. showing the conditions Of the
COmpanie. in which they are insured.
have given my constant attention 10 the In
.urance business ior the past six years, and being
so generally known throughout the County, do
not think it necessary 90 give references. Par
ties insuring with me may rest assured that their
policies will be properly written, and that time
ly notice will be given them As TO date Of sxpira-
zion. Ny residence will be at Charlestown after
April the first, ls7G-until that time, will visit
Char!estown every Tuesday Dc Friday. or any
communications addressed 10 me at Weyerton,
Nd, will receive my attention.
Very Respectfully,
L. \. ALEXANDER,
General Insurance Agent
December Is, IS75-ly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
A KEEPSAKE FOR ALL.
Holiday Goods j.!
Substantial, Useful, Ornamental

~ ~ DELLER is now opening at his
x, T.. u Drug and Fancy Store on The
Court House Square, the most select and beauti-
ful assortment of Holiday Presents ever offer, d
in this marAet. In addition to his large and gen
eral stock OF Periumeries' Toilet Soaps, Hair and
Tooth Brushes, Combs, Pocket Books, Cigar Ca
scs. and Fancy Toilet Articles generally, he ha,
carefully selected from the best houses OF Shlld-
delphia and Baltimore, at least specimen copy
of almost every thing unique, new or seautilu'
that the needs of the season has produced. lie IN
vites his friends and the public To examine stock
as he can bat enumerste amongst an esdless va
Iiety OF articles
Bibles, Hymn AMI Prayer Books, l5eaut'-
faHy bound Photograph Ab9ms, Siee! Engrd-
rings, CLromos Of al sizes and at oil prices,
Boiemean Eases Toilet Se!s Hriiias Desk.
Ifork Boxcs, Motto Cards, 5iereoscopic Viers
Book Rqoks. Corner and Side Brackets, Pape'
RoiderS. Card ReceicerS &c, &c,
With a large and carefully selected sssort-
ment OF Cbildren's BOOKS, and TOYS from ii
Penny Whistle 10 : Locomotive.
With many thanks for the liberal patron
age extended the last yday season, II Is h0pru
that Hith a much larger and BY far more sttrae
tive supply his good friends mag dnd something
70 suit all tastes end at all prices. Call early and
secure choice - the desire IS quick sales and ou
a moderate profit.
December Is, 1875.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
GOODS
NEVER wore CHEAPER

I HAVE RON in store and vouli respectfully ask
an inspection OF my Spring Stock. purchased
at time Shen the market gaS most favorable foS
the buyer.
Many Domestic Goods were bought at les than
they cost 10 manufacture them.
\ full line Of Notions, embracing many Of the
novelties OF the season.
FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC CLOTHS AND
CASSINERES. White Linen Duck, White Vest
ins, Linen and Cotton Goods for Men and Boys
wear.
Considerable addition has been made 10 my
stock OF shoes in good y7od,, warranted to give
satisfaction.
\ supply Of GROCERIES constantly on hand.
DAVID HOWELL.
NJ 90 1870
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02

Implements Company, being 50 hat iis iaue Ief..
,cnts, the best Drill in the market s0ld by
b. /. SllOEMAkLK, Are-t
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
cs4slrsrovS, Jrsr. Co. W. ",

June 49, 1876.
Mr.. f. Ransom. Agent for RaudelIs Grain
Separator,
Sir. moved % my mill your Separator on
exhibition at Duke Il Gal,ahers, and cleaned over
tyu hundred bushels 90 screenings aud filth which
had passed through the machinery OF The mill
Cookie. Rye and Garlic that my screens would not
remove were easily separated by your Separator :
leaving mc over one hundred bushels OF wheat
that / made Family Flour Of
Asa Clover and Timothy Seed Cleaner il Is un-
surpassed separating the two seeds readily and
c.aauly.
chlerfu,,y recommend IL % the Farmers Of
Jefferson and Berkeley as the mos, complete Fan
OF Separator that ba, ever been offered IN tins
market. Respectfully,
rSirued1 JOHN !. LOCK.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
TEST BY FARMER wAGING.

Thanks o. the publ alton of members Of the
Corn Exchange tor calling my attention 20 the
Eaut,,l Separator. have been 20 zee IL operate.
10 meet, great necessity. / shall have one al
once, notwithstanding | have the Montgomery
.th. best flaming Mil know off, With the
Montgomery can't clean my grain suitably for
market. much less for seed With the Randcll
Separator. oue has perfect control and can set IL
go as Co. clean hi, grain No. Tor market or per
tsctv pgr, tor seed 40 his option which renders II
SD valuable 90 the farmer that no grain grower
can atrrd g. DO without it, no matter what other
tanning mill be may have.
" l.. WAXING.
ELK leland. Cumberland county, Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
Paints Oils Glass

I EVILS Lead. Yarnishes, Brushes and all goods
4 j belonging to the trade, for sale By
Apr. 10, rs. JAS. LAW. HOOP 4 co.
T HAVE on hand and will keep in stock the Pat
1 ent Chemical Paints-pr-pared for immediate
use, for inside or outside work.
Apr. 10, rs. JAS. LAW. HOOFF q co.
COMBINATION Hame-Straps, Vacuum Oil
X for harness, Cotton Back Band.. Traces for
sale BY JAS. LAW. HOOFF 4 co.
April 10. 1875.
GARDEN TroweIs, Forks, Hoes, Rakcs, Spades
VI and Lines, for sale BY
Apr. 10, rs. JAS. LAW. HOOFF & co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
POrter's Factory.

May 20, 1874. Spirii copy.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
Tin Othy seed

WE have on hand tor sale a lot oi Fin, l....
W thy Seed.
Oct. ., 1873. TkUSNELL lI'A~
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
PLASTERING OF HOUSES,
ROBINSON SALOON,

No. q QUEEN SrEEET.
MARTINSBURG, WEST VA.
TT'HE BAR is at all times supplied with the very
4 best Liquors. Hannisvillc Pure Rye, Ken
lucky Bourbon. and other brands. Farmers, Mer-
chants, and others supplied by the pint, quart,
gallon. and larger quantities at low rates. Mixed
and other Drinks supplied al the Bar 10 FIRST class
style. Ale. Wine, Gin. Brandies &C., 10 suit GUS
toners. Cigars OF al brands. Give me a call.
Sept 10, 1874. JOHN ;. ROBINSON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
Furniture Repaired.

Nav 1876.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
TIMBER FOR SALE.

I HAVE 10 or more ACRES Of VERY HEAVY
1 TIMBER which consists Of fine large White
Oaks Black Oaks-suitable for Shingles add
Hickory, which will dispose of at Private Sale
giving reasonable tine 10 remove same, and will
engage 20 haul for the purchaser
April ], lS7G-d THOMAS HTTF.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
Shannondale Factory,

and will there manufacture Wooden Goods on an
increased scale-hayinf greater facilities and more
Improved Machinery, beside full corp. OF COM
pete-t WORKINGS. Every article heretofore man
ufactured under ny Supervision will, in my pres
emit establishment, be produced in greater perfec-
ton, and will compare favoraby with the best
fabrics.
am in the market for Wool, and willpurchase
at the Factory, and through my Agents in Charles
town Messr.. Duke Il GHllaher-allowing the
bigbest market price. II more convenient for my
old customers who NAV desire to exchange Wool
for Goods to deliver the Wool in Charlestown,
Nessrs. Duke Gallaher are authorized to re-
cciye and receipt for the same.
Information as to prices, &C, NAV be had by
addressing me at Kabletown, or my Agents at
CharlestOwu,
Thankful for the very liberal patronage hereto
fore extended me, trust 10 merit, by careful at
tention 60 business the manufacture of superior
goods and by moderate charges, continuance OF
the good will and custom Of old friends and tria
by new ones. "
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
$4,000 Pounds of Wool Wanted!
Spring Goods at Bottom Prices
TRUSSELI. LUCAS are now opening a large
and very carefully selected stock OF
Springand summer Goods

Spring and summer GOODS
Which embraces every article Of fashion or ne
ce,sity that the call Of their customers may re-
quirr. Thi, stoeh has been purchssed with n eye
specially % the tightne.s of the tlme,, and will Dc
exchanged for Gait or CouHry PT.fHes AZ avery
small margin above rrst invoice. IN short they
d. not intend 30 be unfersoii il the market ~
Jew or Gentle. and all they ask from old iriens'
and customer, i, an early call, an examination OF
stock and lie; Of prices, % reas, the fact. he
stock is too large for any general enumeration,
other than Il embraces.
All the Latest spring strle' Of Ladies' Dress
Goods, from q pisirune 20 GOLD dollar per yard.
4 fall and general assortment of Millinery Goods,
Embroideries Fashionable trimmings, Gloves,
Haudserchicis and Notion. generally. full line
OF siie,' Shoes embracing the celebrated city
made Shoe Manufactured % our special order,
which has no equal in the market; select assort-
ment OF French, English and American Cloths
Clssimcrcs Cassiuetts, and Men and BOYS Spring
aud Summer weas generally. Domestcs Of all
grades. and AZ price, less than Gute-bellum days.
Men and Bows Hats of all the latest styles and OF
every quality and price. \ very general sssort-
ment OF Men and BOYS Light and Heavy Boots
aud Shoes, including the city-made work O. our
order which has been sold iu this market ior i've
wears without q complaint: also the popular
Sutchdown aud the best Bragaus IN the market
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
GROCERIES,,

Every kind and variety, and at prices as low as
an equal article can be procured for IN the coun-
Is.
~ Thankful to friends aud customers for the
lihtraity Of the past, al early call and oxamina-
tirn of present stuck Is solicited.
MAY 10, $50. l. l.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
Boot and shoe Making.


TT'IE undersigned has removed his Shop to the
building on the corner OF Charles and Liberty
stTeets--in the building lately occupied by Wei
rick & Weller The character OF the work don, by
the subscriber i'vei known and appreciatedby the
citizens OF CharlestuNn and vicinity. Il is hardly
necessary 20 add that he will eudesvor 70 sustain
his reputation a. 4 reliable workman, and will Il
ecute promptly and az reasonable rates all orders
given him-cither for New work or Repairing.
JOHN AVIS of Wm.
MAY &c, 1874. april IS 1878.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02

TgNHE undersigledh has opened Furniture Re
pair shop "a a., building au corner 90 sam
nj and Main streets, Charlrsiovu-a few doors
East of Court HIusa, on same side. II, viii he
pair Furniture in substantial and neat manner at
reasonable prices, aud with prompttude.
Jan. 80, Is75-tf. T,G.RCST.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02

Wholesale price SIS 90 per doz.; HALF doz IS so
Boys' sizes Sl2. 90 per DOZEN Half dog w
Retail pricc-Mcn's l.5O each; Boy; ~ edcn zen.
furnish the same shirts, finished 10 '4 p Ogs'
manner, for so cents each add'tionai. sep,
emf the Shirts can be finished BY any one compe'
tent to sew straight scam as it is only necessary
10 sew on the cuas pu: in the sleeves aud re" up
the side seams. rp,DSrrv
Te,u,rvS 1876
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
NOTICE.

4 IL persons are hereby warned not to trespas,
" on my Vineyard and Orchard. The Law vii
be enforced against all offenders. Parents are
earnestly requested to warn their boys or they
may be injured. Night plunderers will receiy,
special attention BY armed guard. No admit
lance on Sundays TO any person.
Aug. S, lS74-tf. J. J. H. STRAlIH.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
Patent New Process 1 r.
Perfection of Light.

TINE only absolutely safe iluuinator to US in
any Lamp. It cannot be exp .odvd. Elaine
the family safeguard.
WARDEN Il OXNARD.
Pitt.burg, IA.
For sale by GEO. W. T. kEAKSLEY.
Dec. !, 1875.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
General Fire Insurance Agency

ID EPRESENTING three of the leading Com
II panics doing business In Jefferson County,
West Virginia.
PEABODY OF WHEELING,
CONTINENTAL or NEW YORK,
ETNA OLE UAkIEORD.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02

VRUSSELL & LUCAS at their store, will paw
the highest market price in Merchandise or
Cash '.- any quantity %. Wool.
Nav Is. l~I6.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
DAyIpH. CoCKRtLL. JOSEPH II. CocKRILI
DAVID II. COCKRILL " son,
Architects and Builders,
CHARLESTOWN, JEFFERSON COUNTY, VA.

OUR expericncein the business which weadver-
I J tise to conduct, and our thorough acquant-
ance with it in all its branches enable to assure
the public that any work entrusted to us will be
executed in the most workmanlike manner, and
with the utmost dispatch. Having stood to their
posts in the Confederate army during the four
years struggle which il so manfully encountered,
they have located in their native county, where
their services are offered in building up the waste
places. and incarrying
Particular attention given at all times to the
drawing of plans and specifications; and in the
construction Of
GEONETRTCAL STAIR WA VS.,
where calculation is required. they are confident
thatthey cannot be surpassed by any workmen in
the Valley of Virginia
~ Being well known in the community, they
deem unnecessary to say more, than that orders
left for them will receive prompt attention.
April9, lS6S-tf.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02

butcher KNIVES, best English and Ameri-
ID can manufacture, for sale by
Nov. 1875. DUKE &GALLAHER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
LIGHT g. MITCHELL,

14lG11 L q NJ i * El@IL,
DEALER Is
Drugs, Medicines. Paints.
SCHOOLGIRLS. STATIONERY, TOBACCOS,
CIGARS, &C,
TyNAKES this opportunity Of thanking his~r,g
patrons for their mo,tlberSl patronage "
for the last year, and hopes by strict atten- -
tioa and fair dealing to merit continuance Of the
same. sell frst rate goods always; do not sell
counterfeit or cheap good, for the best. Warrant
everything sold-tu be returned if not as guarau-
teed. 1t is my desire, and also pleasure, to sclmy
patrons
TIE BEST QUALITY OF GOODS
aItroys, but will If compelled, sell them Laudlnum
Tor cts. Syrup for cts. and Cologne for % cts.
per pint; but at the same time, lctmc inform You,
thataccording O. the United States PharmacoPea,
you can'tmuk Laudauum tor less than 10 cts, by
the wholesale. \ much cheaper plan IS I" buy
your goods genuine. and add the lr0'er yourself.
/ want allmy old Accounts settled up by paving
the Cash mmcdiately, and new ones begun immc-
diatelv, if not sooner. Will not ask for money ON
the new ones until after Harvest.
CIGARS-bes, in town.
GEO. T. LIGHT.
Mav 1874
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02

The Hubbard Changeable Motion S4rtli
Combined aper and Mower be Pony Con-
biued Cbangeablc Motion Reaper ard Moaf'
The Meadow Lark Combined Reaper aud Mower
The Meadow Lark Mower; ~ lor sale D.
b. T. SllOEGAKLR, Agent
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
Plain and crnarn entail
PLA STEERING.

TsNHE subscriber takes advantage Of the Pres as
a medium by which to inform the citizens Of
this and adjoining counties that be is prepared to
undertake the
PLASTERING OF HOUSES,
in any style that NAV be desired from one Coat to
three, Hard Finish, White Coat or Heavy skim
Cornices and Centres run, and Ornaments stuck,
ifdesired None but first-class wOrkmcn viii be
employed on work that may be entrusted to me.
CLS7ERNS CEuENTED AND GUARAN-
TEED TO H0LD.
hereby tender my grateful acknowledgements
for the liberal patronage have received since
commencing business, and hope by strict adhe-
renee to duty 10 merit continuance Of the same.
1s5- All communications addressed To me at
CharlestoWn, W. Va, will receive prompt atten-
tion G. FRANK GALLAHEK.
March %, 1870.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
Brad c 5 Super Phosphate,

A. reduced Prices, and terms 10 suit the times
FARMERS. 90 not fail to call and examine our
stock. and read our certificates. To most OF
our patrons and friend, send circulars, giving
the experience OF th" best farmers in the country
With these standard Fertilizers. We hope they
will read them carefully.
In jefferson county the Bradley Phosphate
speaks 10 own praise from its results, and we be-
lipvc is in more general use and favor than any
other sriiclr offered IN the market
The Sea Fowl Gusno is manufactured by the
same old reliable Com ,any, and is preferred by
some to the Bradley. There can BE- no mistake
in using either Of them as their reputation is too
well established for the manufacturers TO run the
risk Of altering or adultcrating them.
WASHINGTON n LGPPlTT.
Agents for Jefferson, Clarke and Frederick
counties.
August II, 1875.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
OH. YES! OH, YES!

HAYING taken out license az Auctioneer
i i would inform the people Of Jefferson that /
am prepared 10 cry sales, &C. at the shortest no.
tice and upon reasonable terms, and invite the
orders Of those having property to dispose Of at
Public Auction.
DANIEL HEFFLE BOWER.
Rippon, September q, l573-6m.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
See THE best
IsU & & y - IA =.

Best quality Steel Oh Tempered Tceth. ir-t
Hub through Boxes manufactured by ihe l!aE
town Agricultural Implement Company al1 .f
sale By
j. r. SHOEMAKER, Agent
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02

Avery greedy bry-Oaa who recently took
tcu..s.es .-m bis little sister
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
May l, 1876.

VNINNED Wire Coffee 20. Stands. French Pat
tern Coffee Pots with tterer, regarded the
best in use, otr sale By
Dec. Is, 1875. DUKE GALLAHEk.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1876-09-02
KEEPS PATENT.

DARTLY made Dress Shirts made from VAN
4 sutta Muslin and Irish Linen. Only one
aqulity, the very best. Bosom's 3-ply-all linen.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-12-21

effecting speed pd economical ad-
nlin;stration of rust.
4. That the iouee, under his
deed of asIgnme and the commit
tee of three und the authority de-
rived from the Tess Will of the
creditors, he vas with as ample
powers and as full a fetIon SIS in their
judgment may b eccssary for the
honest, economic@1h q speedy execu-
ton of their respe trusts.
In conclusion, a committee beg
leave TO urge upoiaJ g creditors the
extreme importance prudence and
patience, for they sli II as their I'M
qualified opinion th.u a conservative
policy $ pursued bl e creditors the
estate cannot postum ii to pay every
dollar it owes.
The committee aT satisfied that
Messrs C. II. Johns & %. are each and
all earnestly 0 Icitou,, speedy and
satisfactory adjustment OF tneIr diff
culties. and il the CT, fitors will but
cooperate with them. N W De We I
G.. GROIN
JANIS & RAYMOND,
W. ). IN TCuKIss,
~ J. JEifIGAS,
a p. WdcLDRIDGE.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-12-21

PLANT TREES. Those who would
have beautiful homes and shady walks
should remember that now is the sea-
son for setting out shade trees. II
lot owners generally would plant
plenty Of trees, in a few years Austin
would become noted for IT'S attractive
shady walks. Let US have plenty Of
shade.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-12-21

A GENTLEMAN who came in from up
per Barton, Sunday. reports that Mr..
FAirchilds, shot two weeks ago while
attempting to make arrests, was still
alive on Saturday last. The ball
entered his side, ranged upwards
through his body and was cut out OF
his shoulder. he was on horse, and
ths party who did the shooting was on
the ground. Fairchilds is in very
critical condition, but he insists that
he Is going to recover.