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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
5bepberSstown Resister.
Live VVithin Your Means.

Live within your means. This is
good rule for office-holders and business
men geuerally. When the man OF mod
crate income endeavors TO live as ex-
pensively as q man of wealth his future
can be easily written; little enjoyment
periods of anxiety, burdensome debts, a
desperate struggle to keep up appear
ances, ultimate bankruptcy, and red
flag to notify the neiskbors that tbs
sheriff is master of the situation. One
half the dishonesty of the present age
springs from this foolish practice of i'm
i,ating the style Of others. The man of
a thousand year wants to live eqnal
TO the one who receives five, he il turn
aspires to make as big show as the
one who receives ten, and the receiver
of ten labors to keep pace with the one
who counts his income among the fifty
thousands. Is it any wonder that so
many fail in business or forfeit by their
misconduct the confidence of friends /!
We must come back 10 our old fashion
ed way Of living, and this can be done
only by obeying that injunction, Live
within your means. Life is altogether
too short TO destroy its enjoyments by
taxing soul and body to keep up false
appearances. Conteutment comes with
moderation; mental suffering and keen
anguish with extravaganza. 10 the
young man just starting in life, we say,
live within your means. 10 the man
OF business pursuing success, we say,
Live within your means. 10 the office
holder who hopes through honorable
conduct to merit promotion and distlnc-
ton, We say, Live within your means
To all who labor for honor or profit we
commend the motto as a safe and sensl-
Die one, and one that will pay COM
pound interest in the end. A faithful
adherence to it by old and young, rich
and poor, will restore confidence in bus
mess and official circles, and till the
land with happy homes, from which
will emanate spirit OF purity essential
: TO the maintenance of public virtue.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

De BOARD OF EoUALlzATIoN-Ihe
State Board of Equalization has been
in session at Wheeling Tor several days.
The labors of the Board on Saturday
resulted in reducing the assessed ralua-
ton of Roane county ten per cent. Al
ter the careful consideration OF Marshali
county it was determined to let Ii re-
main as at present. Brooke coun'ys
case will probably be next considered
Some one FROM Jefferson County should
attend 10 her interests, aud if possible
10 have our taxes reduced. 1t always
did occur TO us that we were paying
more taxes in proportion than any 9th
.r county in the State. Colonel Baylor
is the most available man in the Coun-
~ TO attend to this matter, and we
should select kim to look after our inter-
ests-
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

pa There will be mass meeting OF
the Y. NJ. c. A., tomorrow Sunday at
SIP o'clock, p. NJ, at the NJ. (. Church,
TO which all are invited. The object OF
the meeting is to fully arouse all chris
tians to the importance Of earnest work
in the Masters cause. The Pastors OF
the different churches are earnestly re-
quested to be present and to give notice
of the meeting from the pulpits, at their
morning service.
We heartily commend the above
mentioned, and hope to see large as
scmbly. We believe these meetings
are having a good effect on the morals
of the community. Let the good work
go on.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

s9- Mr.. E. L. Bill, who has for the
last FIVE years been chief clerk in the
Auditors Office was, on Monday, re-
moved from his position by Auditor
Bennett. Mr.. Bill has been ali efficient
officer, Of well known integrity, aud
regarded as indispensable in the Aud
itor office. Auditor Bennett declines
to give his reasons for the removal OF
Mr.. Bill, and in the absence Of any
other, we suggest that satisfactory
solution may he found in the fact that
MIR. Bill stands in the way of Auditor
BENEFITS aspirations for third term.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

@ Messrs. Madison Salade and Col.
Geo. H. Bardwell, Agents of the Quar-
termaster's Department at Washington,
are now located at Boonsboro, Md,
having been sen: out by the Govern
ment to examine claims that have been
presented to the Department for sup
plies furnished the Union Army during
the late war. We learn that the above
named Agents will visit Shepherds
town, for the same purpose. in a few
days r.Fe 80 .-'a.tsea 20
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

bR- COOP PRIcEs.-It is noticeable
fact that at all the public sales which
have taken place in this county, sheep
COWS and hogs have brought much bet
ter prices, in proportion, than any
other stock or articles offered for sale.
Sheep especially rule high, and it would
seem that sheep growing is quite as
profitable as almost anything a farmer
can engage in, if protection can be had
against the rayages of dogs.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
sB DEAp.-The numerous friends

sy DEAp.-The numerous friends
and acquaintance OF Major Jacob
Rhinehart will regret to learn that he
died at his residence about three miles
South east of this towr, OF Dropsy, on
"Wednesday morning last, about ii
o'clock, the 29th Of March, in the 18th
wear of his aye. His funeral will take
place at his late residence, this Saturday
morning the LIST of April, at 10 O'Clock
The friends and relatives OF the deceas-
ed are invited to be present, After the
services the funeral cortege will repair
to the Elmwood Cemetery at this town.
where the remains of the deceased Will
be deposited.
Major Rhinehart was one Of our most
worthy citizens, highly respected, and
an honest, upright and good man, and
his death will cause general regret
Peace to his dust
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

@ The Tennessee College of Pbar-
macy located at Nashville, held its COM
.,nencement March 1st. John IL. Snive-
ly, a native of this town, was one OF the
graduates and received the degree of
Doctor in Pharmacy. AT late meet
ing OF the Faculty and Trustees, DR..
John II. Snively was elected Professor
Vi Analytical Chemistry, and q. NJ.
Smith formerly of Hagerstown, Md,
Vice President. DR.. Suively has our
congratulations for his success.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

Belknap as Secretary of War drove a
thriving trade in entombing mule
bones, dog yertebrae, horse skeletons
&c, In lieu OF the honored Gust OF
Union soldiers. All that was required
was to put enough OF bones in the colt
ms to make rattle and the great I.
S. paid the bill and wept that so many
braves were cut down in the flower of
their youth by Southern traitors.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
eE- The Rev. James A. Armstrong

rS- The Rev: James A. Armstrong,
of Salem, Virginia, has accepted an IT,
vitation to supply the Presbyterian
Church at this place and Kearneyssille,
and will enter upon his duties the first
Sabbath in April Rev. Armstrong isre-
garded as most excellent preacher and
accountable minister and We are glad TO
welcome him among us. The several
churches in town have now regular pas
tors
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
@- How TO JUDGE TowN.-lhe
Jefferson CITY, Mo, Journal tells this

@ How TO JUDGE TowN.-Ihe
Jefferson City, Mo, Journal tells this;
About week ago gentleman from
Tennessee, representing capital OF
100000 in search of location i'll which
TO engage in business, gave us call,
and after starting his mission West,
asked to look at our paper We hand
ed him the morning Journal and to our
surprise he did not stop to read our
newsy local 'pickups, or our attractive
editorial page, but turned at once to
our advertising columns, and commenced
counting our advertisers aud measure
their space.
well, said he, glaucing up from the
paper. is that all? Is that the business
of this town ?
oh, no. said we, 'hcre is the Tribune
with few advertisements that don tap
pear in the Journal.
He there counted two additional local
business advertisements i'll the Tribune
and again looked up with the remark:
And that's all, is it 2 Why you
haven't got near as much OF town
here as l thought you had
And then we explained to him that
we have great many business men who
do not advertise.
'They are not business men to hurt
if they don't advertise, was the an
swer.
We could not contradict him, and we
were powerlcss to vindicate the claims
of the city
lie left US saying if he had time
he would look around, but though this
was no place for him.
This is one instance, and fact.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
@ When Belknap was mar

s~ When Belknap was married the
marriage notice announced that "the
bride was given away by her distin-
guisbed kinsman, the Hon. George II.
Pendieton, of Ohio" Pcndleton is a
Democratic aspirant for the Presidency.
He gave away Mrs. Belknap, and Mrs.
Belknap gave away Belkuap, and Bel
KNAPP gave away Hester Clymer, and
Hester Clymer gave away the whole
Democratic House. 1t was the most
remarkable give-away of modern times.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
nS- Mr.. Z. r. Deems, an experienc

nJ- Mr.. <. II. Deems, an experience
ed sheep raiser, who purchased the
farm of Rev. John Light, near Beding-
ton, Berkeley County, is devoting his
attention TO the raising of fine wool
sheep. and thus far has been quite sue
cessful. He understands the sheep
business thoroughly. lie has now
about $50 head OF splendid sheep.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

nS- Hopkins & Mcknight, at Charles
town, have splendid Nursery, where
you can get Fruit Trees, Shrubbery,
Flower and Vegetable Plants, of every
kind, no matter what it is. They have
the finest selection of everything needed
in their line. Call aud see them.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

sS A prominent lawyer was the
other day crowding witness pretty
closely in certain brandy cask case.
Did the witness consider the brandy
good! He did. Was he acquainted
with the brandy Somewhat. Did he
mean to say that he considered himself
a competent Judge of brandy "Well,
sir" was the reply, 81 don't suppose l
am as good judge as you are" ST.
lence IN court
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

s0~ The Cooperation Election will be
held in this town on Monday next, the
3rd of April, for Mayor, Recorder and
Councilmen. As yet there don't seem
to be any aspirants for these lucrative
offices. Make out your states, gen.
tlemen and trot Gut your nags.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
B9- Many of the farmers OF Berkeley

s9- Many of the farmers OF Berkeley
County are Of the opinion that turning
hogs upon wheat stubble, especially
that of bearded wheat, was prolific
cause of hog cholera, ADD that if the
hogs were never allowed to go into
such field, very little trouble from
cholera would be experienced.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

s~ The Y. VI. c. Association Of this
place will hold meeting in the Church
at Kearneysyille, on Thursday evening,
Auril 9th, at 7l-2 clock. The public
are cordially invited TO attend.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

B8- The Harrisburg &c Potomac r.
r. is not dead yet. The Ahls are
working away at the other end, and ex-
pect to reach the Potomac after a while.
We still have faith.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
To MY PATRONS.

HAVING determined to make change
III in my business on April lst, my books
will then be closed and ready for settle
ment. Those indebted to me will please
call and settle by cash or otherwise.
Having tried both the cash and credit
systems and believing the former to be
the best for all concerned, on and after
April LIST, will sell for CASH or take in
exchange COUNTRY PRODUCE. / in
tend in the future to buy for the lowest
cash prices and sell accordingly. A por-
ton Of my present stock will be sold All
AND BELOW COST.
Returning thanks for past patronage and
hoping to merit your future fayors, am,
most respectfully, yours
W.T.. LENEE.
April !, 1875. II
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

p@- A CuEiosIrY.-We fearn that
eve, on the "Wild Goose" farm, be-
longing to Henry Shepherd, Esq, pro-
duced lamb which has two distinct
bodies, running back from the front
shoulders The bodies have each two
hind legs, and one tail each.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

W Removable. Manning has
removed his Office in the rooms over the
Sho. Store of Mr. J. S. Fleming, and
one door East of the residence of Mr.
David Billnyer, on Main street. and
near the Jefferson Savings Bank. PEI
sons having business with the DIR. Will
please bear it in mind.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

p@ Mr.. William +. Cunningham
has sold his farm at Bedington, Berke-
ley County, to gentleman from the
neighborhood of Wheeling, for the sum
of SIS, 1000, Or about $45 per acre.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

~ RELIGIOUS NorIcE.-The Rev.
James A. Armstrong will preach in the
Presbyterian Church, at this place, to-
morrow (Sabbath) at II o'clock, and the
Sabbath following at Kearneysville at
the same hour, and regularly hereafter
at these two places, at alternate Sab
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

On the 10th ult., John Dady, an
employee of the i. d o. r. r, died in
the Bar room of VIM. Minnick, Broad
way, Va. He entered the Bar room,
took four or five drinks, and went to
sleep. About two hours afterwards,
MIR, N. attempted to wake him, but
found him dead.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

An attempt was made to rob the
Chambersburg, Pa, bank on Friday
night last Two men claiming to be
stopping over in the town made the &C
qualntance CT the president of tine bank
in fact one OF them had SO won upon
him as to be frequent guest at bis
house-inviegled him into the bank
room under pretence Of wanting to de.
post package..of ten thousand dollars,
and then with his accoinplice knocked
the president down and were about
making off with $4,000 belonging to
the bank, when the scuffling attracted
the attention of negro man, who was
counting the colored maid in a room
adjoining. The negro Immediately ran
to the presidents assistance, when the
rascals ran off, minus the money, but
were subsequently captured and are
now safe in tie Chambersburg Jail.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

There has been a panic in all the
printing Offices in New York city lately
in regard TO capital BIS. Bowen.
Beecher, Babcock, Belknap and Mrs.
3elknap all beginning with 3. the BIS
ran out aud Boston and Baltimore oc-
curing in paragraphs hand to be laid
over. Won't the next sensation have
the goodness to strike on another let
teri
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

pJ- In the steady progress OF Cycie
and Epicycle, leap year plays an impor-
,ant part. This being leap year; the
young ladies seem to be alive to their
interests aud are coming to the front to
assert those rights, which, for time out
of mind, have been conceded to them.
This we think, with the Frenchman, IS
just CONNIE il faut. Why should not
the ladies have chance to strike
blow for liberty, especially in these de-
generate tlmes upon which we have
fallen, when the young men are timidly
standing back with their hands in their
pockets.
Go ahead ladies. Success to you
4 modest young man in our communi-
ty of "poor, but honest parents" is
somewhat embarrassed by the receipt OF
two letters upon this subject, and for
the benefit of the ladies, we append his
replies as illustrative of the temper OF
the other sex in regard to the matter.
They are as follows: Letter No. l.
SuEpHERDsrowN,
Mar. 28th, &c.
Miss Clara POORLY Dear Miss
Your very kind note has just come to
hand: aud must saw that | am more
than complimented. 1t was, unfortu-
nately, vexaciously short and unsatis-
tactory-why 500 1t could not am
sure, have been owing to scarcity OF
paper, for the druggists have plenty,
and if you manage the thing properly,
it will not cost much.
Now sweet Clara, have considered
the matter and think that my. willing
ness to comply with the specifications,
will depend, in great measure, upon
the comeliness of your figure, the avoid
ability of your temper, and the fact OF
your human face divine" being, or not
being progressing. In your next lit
tie "billy duck" do make out bill of
particulars setting forth more fully your
qualifications for the positions OF house
wife, &c.
l should like 10 shovel in bit of
sentiment, in the way of an affection
ate copy OF verses, but do not think it
prudent at this stage of the proceed
lngs. This being 1876 l shall expect
to be waited upon in person and a
prompt response is desired; for ''time
united waits for no man or woman
either. In my next, shall probably
make some inquiries as to the neplus
ui'r0, of which L have said nothing in
this letter Goodbye, poor Clara, when
you are at leisure, "write me letter
love, send me photograph" With
great diffidence, l take the liberty OF
signing myself, as yours expectant!y,
X. Y. Il.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

sT Gov. Carroll, of Maryland, has
appointed Major II. X. Douglas, of
Hagerstown, one of his aides-de-camp,
ON his Staff. with the rank of Colonel.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

Mrs. Menhling, the paramount of Will
llams, who was lynched at Cabell Court
House some time ago, has been tried
before the circuit court of Cabell coun-
ty and convicted. She was sentenced
to lite Imprisonment in the Penitenti-
AIRY, and = half hoars lecture from
Judge Ward. e-sa
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
NOTICE.
Annual Meeting Of the Board Of
Overseers of the Poor.

THE County Court have appointed SAT-
l. URDAY, the 10Th day Of April, 1876,
for the Annual Meeting Of the Board OF
Overseers of the Poor. Persons having
claims had better present them as this will
be the last meeting before the Levy Court.
By order Of the Court.
JOHN G. SHIRLEY, sec'y.
April l, 1876. II
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

WANTED AGENTS for the best
w AN L LII selling Stationery Pack
ages in the world. Ii contains ID sheets
paper, Is Envelopes, golden Pen, Pom
holder, Pencil, Patent Yard Measure and
a piece OF Jewelry. Single package, with
pair of elegant Gold Stone Sleeve Buttons
post paid, 25cts. with assorted jrwclry
Tor $l.00. This package has been exam
ined by the publisher VI the Register and
found as reprcsented-worth the money.
Watches given away to all Agents. Cir
culars free. BRIDE & CO., 7G9 Broadway,
New York.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

GENTS WANTED, Medals and Di-
n plomas awarded, for Ilolman's New
PICTORIAL BIBLES, 1900 Illustrations.
Address for new circulars, A. j. IlOL-
MAN q CO., $50 Arch Street, Phila.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
WATERS PIANOS,ssa Grand.

and Upright are the best made; the Tone.
Touch, Workmanship, and Durability.
Unsurpassed. WATERS ORGANS, Con.
certo, New Orchestral, yesper, Chapel,
Vialeste, and Cymbclla, cannot be excell-
ed In tone or beauty. The CONCERTO
STOP is a fine IMITATION OF the HU-
NAN VOICE. Warranted for six YEAR,.
PRICES EXTREMELY Low for cash
during this Month. Monthly lnstallments
received.
A Liberal Discount to Teachers, Minis
tiers, Churches, School, Lodges, etc.
AGENTS WANTED.
Special inducements TO the trade. H.
Illustrated Catalogue sent. horace WA
TIERS q SONS, 49, Broadway, New
York. Box, 1867.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

Az CNTS For best chance in the
AuUN y world 10 coin money. Ad-
dress L. 5. SAFETY POCKETCo., New
ark, y. j.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
8; ;;::::. 81

MIND READING, PSYCHoMANCY,
vi FASCINATION,So Soul Charming, Mes
merism, and Marriage Guide, showing
how either sex may i;tscinatc and gain tho
love and ELECTION OF any person they
choose instantly, 400 pages. BY mail 6o
cts. HUNT & CO., 1873 S.7th ST., Phila.,
Pa.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
Wanted, Agents for the great

FOR
COUGHS, COLDS. HO.7RSENESS
AND ALL THROAT DISEASES,
USE
WELLS CARBOLJC Tablets,
Put up only In BLUE BONES.
Il Trisd and Sure RENE d "
For sale by Druggists generally and
JOHNSTON HOLLOWAY q CO.,
Philadelphia, Ia.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
SHEPHERDSTowN,
Mor 1Sth 'TG

NAL LOlH, w.
Miss Jennie Reck-My Dear Miss
Your sweet little letter has been duly
received; for which, beg you to &C
cept my grateful thanks. Permit me
to say, however, that l have rather
rashly entered into negotiations with a
certain dansel, of the same frame OF
mind as yourself, whom you may know
by the name Of Clara Poor; pending
which | could not with any degree of
propriety, consider your application. So
now, with heart panied with its full
with its tulness, | shall be compelled to
chant the melancholy refrain "Too late!
YOU cannot enter now But possess your
soul in patience until it is ascer:ained
what action Clara is going to take i'll
the premises - whether she comes up
to the standard of requirement, in every
respect; which l think is, to say the
least, doubtful. When you get this |
fear you will knit your darling little
brow and give vent to your feelings by
some good strong Anglo-Saxon exple-
tives, but
"Jennie charming Jennie!
You are a tender little woman,
And | cant expect you'll say
What is SO shockingly inhuman;
Besides you'd never dare
You little witch to swear,
Now don't be discouraged,
Amt there fishes still swimming
Just as luscious every way,
AS those that Kissed and suffered
In the sauce pan yesterdays'
Keep on Miss Jennie, ultimate sue
cess, let me say tor you encourage
ment, is inevitable. Hoping to hear
from again shortly, l have the distln-
guished honor of subscribing myself, as
ever, very truly yours,
X. Y.
The above young gentleman and
others are still open to proposals. and
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01
ShepherdstoWn Markets.

CORRECTED WEEKLY By d. s. RKSTcH.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1876-04-01

The above young gentleman and
others are still open to proposals. aud
any communications sent TO this Office
will be promptly delivered to the indi-
viduals for whom they are intended and
the profoundcst secrecy will be observ-
ed. We make this statement.for the sake
of helping on a good cause.