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The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1877-07-19

THE new United States 4 per cent.
bonds were quoted at par in London on
the 18th.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1877-07-19

The following facts are CLEANED from
the First Annual Report on the Internal
Commerce of the United States, just
issued from the Government Printing
office: The value of the railroads of the
United States is about twenty three times
the value Of shipping engaged in our
foreign commerce. The value of our in
ternal commerce is twenty-five times the
value of our foreign commerce. Eighty
seven per cent. of the grain shipped
from the West to the seaboard during
the last year was transported on rail
lines, and 80 per cent. of the entire in
/ ternal commerce of the country is on
railroads. The total amount of contri-
buttons of the Government up to the
year 1876 in aid of railroad construc-
tons amounted TO S144, 000, 000, embrac-
ing land grants and subsidies to the Pa
cific Railroads, yet this sum is only 3
per cent. Of the entire cost of the rail
road system of the country.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1877-07-19


examine his wounds, expressing the sin
cerest sorrow that he had received inju-
ry. This man was masked, heavily
armed, and dressed in a common salt
and-pepper suit, pants in his boots,
SLOUGH hat, light brown beard, appar-
emily about 50 years old, 5 feet ten inch
es in height, and heavy set. The two
express boxes were then broken open
the iron box by blasting the money
packages and gold-dust taken there
from. No more attention was paid to
the passengers, who were allowed to
act their pleasure. Mr.. Hawley thinks
the entire haul must have Melted the
robbers over $4,000. The gold-dust,
which was all placed in an ordinary
meal sack, was lifted by several passen-
gers, who thought it weighed 80 pounds
This alone amounted then to nearly &c.
500. AS the 90 swag" was collected and
spread to view, the Captain said to the
Messengers who were standing near
"Boys, we got you good tonight; we
struck you heavy" In regard to money
having been generously (D refunded,
Hawley says one passenger received IS
and another so, and that's all. After
a delay of perhaps two hours and half
the stage and its occupants were per-
mitted to continue on their way. Mr.
Hawley thinks most of the gang who
have perpetrated the recent outrages on
the Cheyenne "cover" in Deadwood,
and thinks the presence of troops and
officers along the route will have a ten
dency to stop the work for season.
Though not dangerously wounded, he
will not be able to resume his duties for
some time.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

BLUE GLAss-ITs EFFECT ON TIE
FIsnEs IN THE Observation-Disclosures
II. ID. Butler, the superintendent OF
New York Aquarium, has placed blue
glass in some of the tanks containing
the lower order of animals and yegeta-
BILE life The object sought was TO as
certain whether any curative or beneti-
cial results would follow. The blue glass
has now been in position for several
weeks, and Mr.. Butler says, that from
what he has himself observed, it has
benefited the creatures very materially;
that it 0itfuses and softens the rays OF
sunlight and conveys i mild color to the
water similar to the natural light be-
meath the surface of the ocean. A mark
ed popularity was, that when the ane-
mones began to bloom or expand their
tentacles they invariably leaned towards
the side of the tank having the blue
glass, and the hermit crabs and other
shell fish were oftcner found next the
colored side Of the tank, and against the
glass than any where else. So soon as
the new tanks are complete Mr. Coup
proposes TO continue this interesting ex-
pertinent on a much larger scale, and
with some of the rare tropical fishes
daily expected.-Bosion Journal
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19
COMMUNICATED.
"N1r. Hayes Is either a Weak or
Corrupt Man."

MIR. Editor-Your correspondent "U"
thinks that the above assertion is not
sustained or justified by the acts of Mr..
Hayes, and that whilst he did not re-
move "the tyrannizing inauence-U. s.
troops"-from the States as hurriedly az
yoar correspondent would have prefer
red, yet he has Gone it by "weighing
results carefully"
As a patriotic citizen it is my duty,
it is simply justice, to accord praise and
yield my appreciation to all proper acts.
MIR. Hayes has nay most cordial thanks
and earnest approval for what he has
done. The sending Of U. S. troops into
South Carolina and Louisiana by Gen
eral Grant, was a fragrant piece OF law
lessness, which at any other time or un-
der any other circumstances than those
which preceded and succeeded the act,
would have cost him at least disgrace
full removal from his Office. Mr. Hayes
hesitancy in doing that which every un-
biased partisan must admit was his
constitutional duty to do, to- wit: remove
the U. S. troops from the State Houses
Of South Carolina and Louisiana, was
a seeming temporizing with and out
rage upon the ri hts and liberties of the
people, which We claim justified our re-
mark.
Is physician justified in letting his
patient suffer mig unto death, when he
is conscious he possesses the remedy,
aud has the legal right to apply it, that
he may propitiate some envious party?
Now we hold that strong, pure man
-morally-would do his duty, do what
is socially and legally right, without
any regard to personal or party conse-
quences; should Mr. Hayes rise to this
standard, he will not only have the Bit
ter hatred of malignant and spiteful par
tisans like Wade, Blaine, Phillips d
Co., but he will have the higher and
ennobling qualification of the earnest
approval of the masses, a clear con
science, and the guidance of that Di-
vine hand by which the destinies OF ma
tons and individuals are shaped
sThe Punishment of wine from public
dinners indicates neither weakness or
corruption" The act is a commenda-
BILE one, but there are two other consld-
erations which may have exerted the
influence besides moral purity and great
strength of intellect, namely: taste and
temptation, although We ardently hope
it is attributable to the former, tor the
head of our nation was actually crazed
with whisky aud tobacco smoke for the
last eight years. 5.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

MORE ABOUT w. SEYMOUR DOUGLASS,
NOW UNDER ARREST FOR TIE MURDER OF
THE MAIL CARRIER IN GRANT COUNTY.
The Lampasas, Texas, Dispatch, of
the 26th ult., after giving an account of
the murder of the mail carrier, David
Hizer, between Moorefield, Hardy coun
ty, and Franklin, Pendleton county, on
the morning of the 3rd ult., about two
and half miles from Petersburg, in the
Gap on the road to Petersburg, and the
arrest of w. Seymour Douglas, charged
with the commission Of this dreadful
crime, gives the following comments
thereon:
"The Douglas above alluded to came
to Lampasas in the spring of 1878, and
for several months conducted himself
with much propriety, winning for him
self the good will of our people. He
got employment in this office as prin-
ter, and for year or two was the loca.
editor of the Dispatch. He afterwards
got control of the Dispatch, and run it
during the year 1874. In the meantime
he began to drink and play cards, which
caused him to neglect his business, and
his paper ceased to be profitable aud he
Quit the business. He then got occa-
sional employment as Deputy Sheriff,
and for time wrote in the Clerks Of
fee. While acting as Deputy Sheriff he
killed Doctor Hudson, whom he had ar
rested to bring before the grand jury 10
testify in gambling cases. He was
charged with forgery, in signing the
name of the revenue officer, represent
ing himself as authorized to collect
money for that officer and to use his
name His bond was forfeited at the
late term of the District Court. When
he left here few months ago, be Dor
rowed a horse, an overcoat and some
other valuables, as well as some money,
to make visit 10 Austin, where he
claimed he would received some money
on drafts from West Virginia He left
the horse in soak in Austin, and took
the overcoat and money with him. He
purchased goods to the amount of nearly
one hundred dollars at Austin, and
promised to pay for them when the bank
was opened. He left OH the train be-
fore that occurrence. He was married
twice while he lived here, his FIRST wife
dying about sixteen months ago, and
the last one is still residing here with
her father, Mr.. Hoy"
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

The only fertility contained in coal
ashes, is what comes from the wood
used in kindling the fire, which amounts
to next to nothing wien fires are kept
burning for months. But if well sitted
they are a benefit to stiff soils when
pounded in. An excellent walk may
he made with one part of clayey soils,
and two parts of sifted coal ashes. The
clayey earth to be taken from under the
top soil, and where there is no fertility.
Pulverize it quite fine, then mix it
thoroughly with the ashes, then apply
it to your walks, six inches thick, rake
off smoothly, then give the walk good
wetting from the waterproof, and when
dry enough run hand-roller over it.
The clayey soil causes the walk to be
compact and hard. Coal screenings
from the coal yards are also very good:
use one part of soil, one do. of coal
ashes, and one do. of screenings; but
where good gravel is abundant don't
Use any thing else for walks.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19
TO CONSERVATIVES,

THE advertiser, having been permanent
i ly cured of that dread disease, Con-
sumption, by a simple remedy, is anxious
to make known to his fellow sufferers the
means of cure. TO all who desire it, he
will send a copy of the prescription used,
free of Charge, with the directions Tor
preparing and using the same, which they
will find SURE CURE for CONSUMPTION,
ASTHMA, BRONCHITIS, DC.
Parties wishing the prescription will
please address
Rev. E. A. WILSON,
I04, Penn ST., Williamsburg, New York.
Dec. %, 1876. Tin
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

Mrs. Hayes, wife Of the President, in
view of her decided disapproval OF the
use of wines at State or any other din
ners at the White, House, has been hon
ored by the Temperance folks OF the Dis
trict of Columbia, by having temper
ance society called after her.
The Mormons are said to be arming
and preparing for fight, alleging that
they have reached the edge OF the last
o.teh. Large quantities of arms have,
OF late, been accumulated, men are be-
ing organized and drilled, and Brigham
ioung Is said to be encouraging il.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

The Cincinnati Enquirer is in favor
of war with Mexico. And it puts the
case in this way: Suppose Mexico
was Canada, and all the outrageS of the
Rio Grande were perpetrated on our
Northern border, would we smile and
wave our hand in polite acceptance of
the apology (and the representation if
we should say-as the servant girl says
it was the cat-that it is the Indians
among themi" The Enquirer thinks
not, and wants 10000 men to march on
the Mexican Capital.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19
FASHIONABLE
MAINTAIN AKING.

THE undersigned takes this method OF
L informing the public generally that
she still carries on the MANTU A-MAk-
ING business in all its branches, and in
vites all her old customers, as well as new
ones, to give her call. Shirts, and all
kinds of Undertaking, will also be made
to order. She will also guarantee per-
feet fit, and prices to suit the times. Give
her a call and be convinced.
Mrs. S. p. HUMRICKHOUSE.
May y, 1877. wv
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19
How TO Feed Chickens.

we frequently see articles in the pa
Pefs OF feeding chickens, as if their ex-
'stence depended on formula of deli
Gacies, when 1,, quite young, as long as
French bill Of fare. Chickens rs,u;rs
no food the first cay that tbov orc
Matched. For the FIRST two or h.
days they may be fed on boiled ea@
mixed with soaked crusts of bread. SS S,
after the time they may be fed on In.
dian meal, till old enough to eat crack
ed corn, wheat screenings, barley or
backwheat. 1t is doubtful whether they
require anything except cornmeal at
first, as / have tried both ways, and
could never see any difference in the
result; but little better food for cou-
pie of days will DO the chickens no
harm.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19
A Wonder.WorLing Remedy.

No remedial agent has ever been offer
ed to the sick and debilitated at all COM
parable to Hostetter's Stomach Bitters, in
cases of remittent and intermittent fevers,
constipation, nervous ailments, rheuma-
tism, and disorders involving constitu-
tional weakness or physical decay. 1t
literally "works wonders" The botanic
ingredients which its spirituous basis
holds in solution, act like charm upon
the stomach, and through the stomach
upon the brain, liver, bowels and nervous
system. There is nothing in its compost
ton that is not salubrious. 1t contains
some of the most potent tonics Of the veg
etable kingdom and the juices of the best
aperient and anti-billious roots and herbs,
combined with n perfectly pure stimula-
ting element. The Bitters are peculiarly
adapted to those engaged in eXhausting
or unhealthy occupations, as by its use
strength is sustained and the ability Of
the system to resist atmospheric and other
influenced prejudicial to health largely
increased
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19
A CARD.

ITO all who are suffering from the errors
/ and indiscretions of youth, nervous
weakness, early decay, loss of manhood,
&C., will send you recipe that will cure
YOU FREE OF CHARGE. This great
remedy was discovered by Missionary
i'm South America. Send q self-addressed
envelope to the
Rev. JOSEPH T. INMAN,
Station D, Bible House,
New York.
May II, 1877. ow
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19
ERRORS OF YOUTH.

GENTLEMAN who suffered for years
n from Nervous Debility, Premature De-
cay and all the effects of youthful indis-
cretion will, for the sake of suffering hui
manity, send free to all who need it, the
recipe and direction for making the sim
pie remedy by which he was cured. Suf-
ferers wishing to profit by the advertisers
experience can do so by addressing inper-
feet confidence,
JOHN B. OGDEN,
AZ, Cedar ST., New York.
Dec. %, 1876. 6m
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

2 good Brood Mares,
3 Mich Cows,
2 Yearling Cattle,
IA ShOats,
Twelve Lambs,
About rs lbs. Wool,
Spring Wagon,
Two-horse Wagon,
] Water Car,
! Three-hOrse Harrow,
l Two-horse Pillow, (new,)
Garden Plow,
lSingle and Double Shovel Pillow,
Cutting Box,
/ Wheel Barrow,
Gearing for horses,
Sett of double Carriage Harness,
Single and Double Trees,
% Cords Wood and Spoke Timber,
Lot of WHEAT,
CORN and RYE,
Lot of Hungarian Grass Seed,
Lot of BACON, Hams, Shoulders,
Middlings, and Jowls,
Some Dried Beef and Sausage,
Lot of LARD,
Barrel of Vinegar,
! Rifle, l dOuble-barrel Shot Gun,
Forks, Shovels, MattoX, Scoops,
l Saddle and Brides,
/ Corn Planter,
Knitting Machine,
II Saw Logs,
Carpenters Tools,
digging Iron,
Axes,
Ladies Saddle,
% Acres of Growing WHEAT,
Hoes, Old Iron, &C., &c.
HOUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN
FURNITURE:
Extension Table,
/ Sideboard,
2Wardrobes,
Marble Top Centre Table,
Carpeting and Mating,
Cooking Stove and Fixtures,
Several Lounges,
Beds, Bcdstcads and Bedding,
Blankets, Quilts, Sheets, &C.,
Tables, Bureaus,
Ladies' Work Table,
Washstands,
Chairs, and Rocking Chairs,
Lamps,
China, Stone and Earthen Ware,
Dishes, Plates, &C.,
] Improved Churn,
Washing Tubs, Buckets,
Fruit Cans,
! Hair Cloth Sofa,
Lot of Oil Cloth,
Ottomans,
Wood Stoves and Coal do,
Lot of Tin-Ware,
Large Iron Kettles,
A Lot Of Brick,
Large Lot of Poultry, Turkeys, Chick
ems. &C., and many other useful articles
unnecessary to enumerate.
TERMS: The Grain, Bacon Lard, Wool,
Wood will be sold for cash, on the bal
ance of the property credit OF months
will be given on all sums over $40, note
and approved security required, notes to
bear interest from date, but If paid at ma
turity promptly the interest will be re-
mitted. Sums of $40 and under the cash
will be required, These terms will be
strictly adhered to, and no property to be
removed until the terms of sale are COM
piled with.
Sale to commence at 10 o'clock, A. NJ.
w. a. MORGAN, Admir-,
of Henry NJ. Walton, deceased.
George McGlincy, Auctioneer.
May II, 1877. 1t
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

1t begins to look as though some
troops would be necessary to suppress
the Republican rebellion against the
administration in Iowa. A few post
offices, however, judiciously distributed
may accomplish the purpose.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

Cooperation and direct trade between
the producer and consumer, in all
branches of trade, will tighten cost both
ways, and add benefit to each. q.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

Notice to HousekeeperS.
IF you wish to have good health, go to
l JNO. G. UNSELD'S, and get box of
Gillet's Anti-Dyspepsia Cream Hop, Bak-
ing Yeast.
April z, 1877. tt
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

TT A comic oil chrome, XII, mounted,
LA worth % cts, pack love cards, I
pack comic envelopes, pack scroll, ] -
page book Fun, all sent for only 5 3-ceDt
stamps. Novelty Co., Middleboro, Mass.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19
One COW,

BUGGY,
] SLEIGH,
2 Sets of Harness,
Feather Beds and Bedding,
Quilts, Blankets and Sheets,
Bedsteads,
Dozen Chairs,
Rocking Chairs,
Wash Stands,
Clothes Press
Bureau,
Desk and Book Case,
so Yards of Carpeting,
i Sofa, 3 Tables,
Parlor and Coal Stoves,
Wash Bowls, Pitchers,
Dinner and Tea Sets,
Knives and Forks,
Glass, Wooden, Farther and T'inware,
3 Stands of Bees, &c.
e TERMS OF SALE-CASH.
SAMUEL NJ. KNOTT;
l.. w. POFFENBERGER.
May u, 1917. Nv
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

1t is said that the American farmer
needs one virtue-THRFr-to complete
his refund of triumph. The growth of
two blades of grass or two stalks of
grain where there was but one, should
be bis aim. Cutting down trees and
firing the praires was the beginning OF
our industries, now we should plant
trees and cover the fields with clover,
to bind up the wounds of the soil. O.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

p@ The County Council will meet
at Wiltshire's School House, Saturday,
Nav 26th, at 10 o'clock A. NJ. An ad-
dress by Col. Baylor is expected.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

At the same time and place, the under
signed will sell at Public Auction, TO the
highest bidder, tie following personal
to-wit
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1877-05-19

p6- The stockholders of the DUFF
fields Grange Store will meet Saturday,
June 2nd, at 9 o'clock, A. NJ. All will
please be present in person or by proxy.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1877-09-27
He Don't Like ANYTHING.

Well, Jim," said one school-boy to another
as they met at The noon recess; show do you
like the new shouseg" alike nothing" con.
temptuously replied the other. ssThere's seven
boys in the block all bigger'n me, and not one
l can boss; the telegraph pole before the dooI
is all full of splinters. and.t's worth fellows
life, slet alone the legs of his trowsers to try
and climb up it; the grocers store round the
corner has got big dog, and wire netting ovel
the apples and things, and although it's reg
uar old cave of gloom like what Beecher talks
about, l tell you it amt circumstance to the
house we left, if it has got the modern improve
ments, and the rent is cheaper, and there's more
room. That house, Jimmy, was like what think
Heaven'll be like. Spring time you could sal
for blocks and blocks in the CATERS on sections
of the sidewalk, and every winter there was
skating rinks upon skating-rinks on all the va.
cant lots around: Not boy on the streets
more'n seven years old, and every one of them
would pay me a marble, or the first bite of his
apple, or some other evidences of wealth; ev'
cry day in the week, for me not to knock of
his hat, or shoot him with pea,shooter whert
his clothes were tight, And as for groceries
the Dutchman round the corner was too blinC
to see you hook anything, and, if he did, ht
was too fat to run far. tell you it was lit
tie heaven on earth. People might have som,
regard for their children when they move"
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1877-09-27
NEWS ITEMS.

Mrs. Chief Justice Waite has In q
great measure recovered her health.
ST. Louis has Just broken up q
.aschooI book ring' in that city.
The Tredegar works at Richmond,
Va, are building 800 cars for the At
lants and Charlotte Airline.
Alabama journals report that the
cotton Is Opening more rapidly than
ever before known.
United States coast survey officers
are now at Harrisburg, engaged in de-
termining the proper latitude and long
itude of that city:
In a camp meeting near Guerneville,
CAL, house OF three stories was made
of a hollow tree, the cavity being
thirteen feet in diameter.
A bed of fine hydraulic clay, similar
to the beds found near the Thames,
England, has been discovered near
Austin, Texas. It is proposed to work
it for the purpose of making cement.
The Buffalo Express records an acci-
dent in that city wherein girl aged
nine years fell into a cistern, and al
though rescued alive, WAS frightened SO
badly that her hair was completely
turned gray.
!. The Pope sent the Prince Imperial a
congratulatory dispatch on the occasion
of the "Festivsl of st. Napoleon" and
the Prince sent the Pope his portrait
i'm gold casket incrusted with dia-
monds.
The old feat of stealing red hot
stove has been entirely eclipsed by the
theft at Chicago the other night of @
propeller, which was stolen from hei
moorings, put to sea and hasn't beer
seen since.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1877-09-27

up sniptious, you know, old fellow. None Of
Stree"
FsJust 50. silver handles, Of course,"
'sEh, What's hat you say, stranger-silver
handles? Oh, darn it, won't that be pilin' it
on too hefty like? ken stand silver screws
and sich, but there's no Use in maxim the hull
tarnation trap of silver. The thing has to be
moved, and must hev handles, but amt quite
so stuck up as that neow-not quite, stranger. y
''Very WELL" acquiesced the man Of obse-
quies, ''I'll put ordinary handles on 1t, then"
"Eggs-actly- -them's 'um. mister; now you're
talkin' Or'uary handles'l do. But / say,
stranger" refectively, "make the wheels glis
ten Ike thnndei."
"Wh-wh-wheels2''
anyhow" s
"But who ever heard of wheels to a cof1n7'
"Cofin!" shrieked the ectedlookinl
young man. ''Coffinl Now who the dicken
said anything about cofinsf" s
s.why, don't you want cofin7"
'sNo-o; want cradle, trap 10 rock m.
new baby in"
j .t'And amt your wife dead3'
i l..Not by jugful.5 Don't you keep cradle
for sale?"
mo, my friend; am an undertaken"
"Undertaker of what?" r. -
az make coffins. ~ - - ~ e -
"Oh, Lord, let me catch the fellar that ser
me here" "
4 <aAnd the grief.stricken youth cranmed b
hat over his eyes, ran his hands deep down
the pockets of his trowsers, and pounced oI
on the streets, searching for vengeance.-E'
change