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The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1877-09-30
An ola Darkey ON Liberia.

During the progress Of the Liberia movement,
last saturday one of ihc worker, IN the cause ui
darkey Who dld not t.kc kindly 70 the movement of To
one side, and began describing the great benefit, the
negro would enjoy by em}tauup aui among other tlul
told hun that utre the negro did not have 10 WuTh
nature had provided every thing for his comfort; there
The milk ana honey, aud bread and sugar trees covered
the forests and bananas cucOnnuts pinrapiles lemons.
aud all the tropical rutsgrew ~ peLul ~ CHINA Der.
here OATS nough Of dat story said thu old DARK s.,
"dat aint kase II II dc white would went
dar long ago, and dc niggers nebsr would hat known
nuilin bout IL
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
A Woman on Wooing.


MIS- Mary E. Calhoun, talented 'ady
lecturer, spoke in New York the other nigh' On
"Wooius as fine ar." We present lew
extracts from the HerGlFs report thereof;
There are natural longings anG desires for a
purer nnd holier communion than mere sociS!
iatercorr,e affords. 1t Il yet not good for man
TO be alone. Hence these natural traits oi
character are TO be educated TO their highest
functions. Scriptural, not less than proiane
or classic history, Is replete with the power
and poetry Of love- Down through the ages
we discover much that enables US to trace this
majestic passion, which, as poem Of inellace-
able characters, Is written 10 the inmost cham
bers of the human soul Emotional human
nature is unchangeably the same, and OF The
men and women so pitably stole as TO have no
touch Of poetry hidden away in their hearts
the number is far less than the round OF daily
life might lead TO infer. Mex. to the knowl-
edge OF the souls capability comes the de'irc
for expression. Patient obedience, self reIi-
ance and high ideal arc essentials. In this
rapturous obedience TO the love Of manly
youth lies the sanctifcation Of all his ability
and purpose. LThe woman with gifts al in
telcct sufficient 10 withstand the wiles Of
eraceless and uurcfned emotion must needs
present phalaux Of powers calling for the
,,;coe, orfieioc of currarfler
The high art.mauifested in the wooing Of
Desdemona was one Of the most remarkable
Of the masterpieces of Shakespeare. Othello's
character was singularly masculine He had
no sympathy with tie loving, trusting, conid-
ing nature Of Desdemona. 10 Romeo aud
Juliet" Paris had been instructed to WOO Ju-
let. and tho training the mother, aided by the
nurse, had given to Juliet was intended 10
bring about her union with Paris. But WOO
ing as a fine at was never cultivated under
such teachings or by such studies Romeo fell
10 love with Ju'it at first sight and she re-
turnel lis afI,c,iJn. Their love was the
growth Of an instant's powerful passion, to
explain which was beyond the present power
Of philosophy. Tho love Of Mary Queen Of
Scots and Darnlcy also portrayed an eternal
truth, but in a different degree Of power.
The following brief aud forciblo sentence
| closed tie lecture: Heir of times richness in
rchabilitating the sentiments Of ilustrious
prototypes educated, as you may be, in the
fnesse of love-making, unfeitcrcd by force,
and free to anayso aud profit by its master
pieces behold yourself, young man, q prince
crowned with light and equipped for conquest.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
Britain's Love of Light.

Mr.. Grant White, iu his appreciative ar
tcle on English women, recently quoted in
these columns makes some severe comments
on their dress, more especially in reference to
t,eir love of colors. We have been assured,
f.om an English source, that Enelishmen have
the greatest dislike 20 see those about them IN
black or gloomy hues, and would very strong
~ object 10 their womeukind wearing those
sornbre shades, in which most American
women are dressed One reason for this love
Of color is that the English climate being
very sombre one, bright colors are re'ioi to
the eve and another cause which, perhaps,
has its origin in this same sombTeness OF clI-
mate. is that intense love Of flowers which is
shared BY all classes. In this country, on Tie
other hand. where the sun is generally shin
ing, dark colors are grateful 10 the eye the
same fact may be observed in Spain Again,
American houses arc kept dark. Shutters aud
blinds are SO often down that English people
when they first come here think there must be
death in every other hOuse. Ia England II
is Just the reverse. It is mentioned in Sidney
Smiths Life, how he would rush to the break
fas, room window aud pull every scrap OF cur
tain aside to "let in the glory"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
Maryland Mention.

A barn on the estate Of the late Thos. J.
Talbot, at Laurel, Prince Georges county,
was demolished by lightning on Saturday last.
The herring fisheries seem 20 have taken n
new start and the fishermen at and around
Maryland Point report the fsh as plentiful rs
they have been at any time during the season.
1t is now thought that nearly all the hcrrins :
fisheries will make q paying season. The
shad fishery. rs heretofore stated, has go far
proved failure.
The Baltimore Sun has completed tho for
tieth year Of It's existence, aud has reached
quite nearly the mark Of model newspaper
The substantial success Of moderate, thought
fol. uewsy, but unsensational papers like tic
Sun, shows quite conclusiyely that the public
is able to appreciate true journalism.
A duck was found floating dead IN Chesa-
peake Bay the other day with huge oyster
firmly fastened upon its bill. The bird bod
evidently tried to capture tie oyster, but had
been himself captured, the weight Of The
bivalvc being so great as 70 bold lis head be-
low walter aud shortly drown him.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
Facts about Whipping Horses.

Horses ore whipped great many times
when the whip should he well laid on the
person instead Of the horse. y great many
horsemen seem to think that a spirited animal
must be whipped and clubbcd until his will
is broken. Prof d. Magner, the iliusirious
horse tanner, used to say to his class in New
York City that no mistake can be greater than
this and there is nothing that so fully cx-
hibits tho ability. Judgment and skill Of tho
real horseman as the care and tact displayed
in winning, instead Of repel!ing, the action Of
the mind. Although il may he necessary TO
use the whip sometimes, i: should always be
applied judiciously and great care should be
taken not TO rouse the passion or excite the
W i'll to obstinacy. Tie legitimate and proper
use Of the whip is calculated to operate upon
the sense Of fear almos: entirely. The alec-
tions Of better nature must be appealed TO in
training horse as well as in training child.
| have referred TO these instances 20 show tho
danger of rough treatment and the effect that
may b. easily produced by ill-usage especial
ly upon fine blood horses and those Of a highly
nervous temperament
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
ELEGX.

Tho drinDing clouds bedew the face OF morn,
And chilling blasts forbid the birds 20 sing;
Conc. weeping maid, come Elegy, forlorn,
And mournfil touch the heaven-inyented string
For Norton's dead Alas could Jesus mourn
For Lazarus? could grief the God head yeX
And shall no wreath hang weeping DER the urn !
When death has struck the pride Of all her sex
Come. pale-faced Elegy, come, weeping Dame,
With tresscs torn, like Niobe, all tear
All. term too Just from grief thou hast thy name,
And grief BELTS the loading Of you bier
Yet Time. with shrivelled finger, had not thrown
his rlistning snow upon fer honored head.
All. why so soon does heaven demand its own
And youth and infancy at once lie dead
Who saw the hcarse pass melancholy on,
Where dead tho mother. and the daughter lay,
And dropt no tear? That hardened heart shall
mourn,
Erewhile, in tears Of blood, its own decay.
Yet wherefore grieve ? for fate with ready eye
Saw them, rejoicing, sister angels meet
Saw thcln. swift passing, while the open SKY
Received and placed them at the SayioF's feet.
Short was the time assigned upon this ball,
And much 10 do, as virgin, mother, wife;
short was the time, and yet she finished all.
Bowed, and resigned without fear, her lie.
If TO be good, could her insure all age.
Her date below had more than mortal been.
Her life had all that might adorn the sage,
Whilst Christian virtues gloriiicd the scene.
Learned in all science, skilled in very lore,
In all She pleased with more than human art
Hopeful, she turned the sacred pages Ger,
And graved the heavenly precepts on her heart
Full rpe, tho oil too carly was her fall,
Her closing day proved every duty donei
Happy herself, blessing was 10 all
Mild and serene as Autumn's setting sun.
Mild as Aurora. bushing thro' the sky,
Her soul resigned, as pure as first twas given
Why mourn we then, sad Elegy, say why
Mourn her ascension to her native heaven!
See. at her grave, the melancholy poor.
With sorrow stinen round her clay made bed.
How cheerful. once, they pressed the Up ming door
And blessed the hand that gave the daily bread.
That bounteous hand, where e'er misfortune
Her bitter cup, still brought the timely cure,
Now icy cold, alas, in earth entombed,
Must dash misfortune's bitter cup no more.
See the poor husband, every hope forego,
Frantic with grief her daughters press the ground
Hear the sad groans the shrieks Of real woe
What heart obdurate melts not at the sound
See pit7ing angels view with moistencd eve
Tho uuhappy state Of mankind from their birth (;
See her blessed spirit in it, native sky,
Signing for al so lately loved on earth.
See all her numerous friends in conccrtsigh,
Silent and sad not suing for relief,
Curgt be the wretch who views with careless eyt
A scene Ike this, and tastes not Of the grief
The times at hand, when morldering into dust
10. all who live must stand the trying test,
Hone. faith. and charity, here place thy trust,
And live like her, and be like her, too, blest.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
a Dead Sure Thing.

a few years ago Rev. Mr. Hammond was
coming up the Mississippi 90 a steamboat.-
Among the passengers was certain we'll
known gambler. Tie boat bad been on, from
New Orleans two days, and owing % Mr.
IIammcuds influence, not a card had been
played or bet made by anybody. This was
ruiuous to The gamblers business. lie had
tried everybody on the boat for game oisomc
kind, or a bet Of some kind on something but
bad failed In every attempt. Along 10 The
afternoon, he approached Mr. Hammond, who
was walking the hurricane deck, and called
his attention to q couple Of gulls lying across
the river few hundred yards ahead Of the
boat.
"Y Yes, I see them said Mr Hammond.
"Woll. III bet you FIVE dollars one Of them
falls into tie water before we &C; BY them"
al negcr bet-you ought 10 know that "
was tie reply.
"Well, III make it twenty to fre row
come"
Mr.. Hammond turned on bis heel and leh
him.
The gambler looked mournfuIly after him
for few moments, aud then continued bis
walk. Presently be came back aud accosted
Mr.. Hammond again.
"Fll let you twenty to 6yc that this boat
blows up before We go ten miles further
Now, there's a good bet, what do you say7'
lie was informed again Mr. IIammonds
calling, aud that such propositions were sean
dalous
but flats dead sure tbins-you cannot
possibly lose come, what do you Gay7"
Mr. Hammond sought another part Of tic
deck and left the ob,msiye gentleman with the
dead sure thing to himself.
The boat had scarcely proceeded Eve miles
when, sure enough, it did blow up. Mr.
Hammond somehow got 40 earlier start than
his late prosecutor, and went up quite dis
tance. As be was coming down be was met
by our sporting friend, who cried out as be
passed
"Hcllo, parson Bet you ten dollars 60
higher than you did what do you say? ?"
That man is now 4 well-known Detroit
editor, aud hasn't bet cent on anything since
/ Bradley was made q member Of tbe Electoral
I Board. .-Nepr KorL Eypress
j. is poor thermometer that won't work
both ways.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
VIRGINIA FREE PRESS.
I. T. & v. \. D. GAIbAHIR. EDITORS
;narlestown, Jefferson Co., w. Va.
OFFICE IN "JEFFERsog BUU.DYG."
Saturday, June 2, 1877.
General Gloanin IS.

The time when serious danger is anticipa-
ted to the peach crop upon The Delaware and
Maryland peninsula has passed, and the grow
ers are ready to acknowledge that the prospect
At the present moment for an over abundant
yield is appalling. The widest dreams of The
most sancunc peach enthusiasts Of ten years
ago is likely to lie more than realized this
year.
The reply Of the State department TO the
formal notification by Turkey Of the existence
Of a state Of war between that power and
Russia is brief and to the effect that the United
States, in conformity with its uniform policy,
will continue to occupy strictly neutral po-
sition towards the bcligctanis. similar re-
ply will be furniShcd to Russia. which has
communicated like information.
A New York letter says; "a curious move
ment is af5ot among the High Church Episco-
ralians. with reference to the next general con-
vention. which is beginning to excite some ap-
prebension among the evangelicals the object
Of which is to get riI Of the Objectionable
term "Protestant Episcopal so as to have
the church officially and otherwise recognized
by tho only title which is given TO her 10 the
creeds.
The cholera has prevailed 10 an alarming
extent in the district about Chittagong and on
the islands along the coast Of India, which
were inundated by the great storm wave on the
8lst Of October, 1876. More than 10000
deaths have been reported from cholera alone,
and in addition TO these there have been large
numbers from pestileutial fcvers, attributed to
the same general causcs-iufcciion Of ar and
water by the decomposition Of the multitude
Of human beings ard cattle which perished
at tha. time. This state of things is likely to
continue till heavy rains carry OF remaining
impurities.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02

Ap old Highlander, rather fond Of his toddy,
was ordered by his physician, during a tenn
porary Illness, not to exceed one ounce daily.
The old gentleman was dubious about the a.
mount. aud asked his son, a schoolboy, how
much an ounce was. Sixteen drachms make
one ounce, -" was the reply. " Sixteen drachms
What an excellent doctor ~ exclaimed the
Highlander. " Run and tel! Donald N M'Iayisll
and big John to come doom tie uicht."
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
POLITICAL.
From Norion's Union and Intelligencer, Publish
cd at Dallas, Teras.

During our recent visit to Washington VIC had
the pleasure of meeting Col John ~ thomson
of West Virginia, kinsman OF Gov. IhroeS-
morton, fine type OF the old school Virginia
gentleman, Of wonderful memory and vast in
formation, who entertained and instructed Us much
by his interesting discourse. Since his return
home he has kindly sent US the following verses
Of the olden time, paying tribute to the worth
and virtues of our kiuswoman whose memory Is
fragrant in the Valley Of Virginia, as
"Only the memory OF the just,
Can 1.-Two aud blossom in the dust
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02

Advertising is good thing, but when
grocer carried 70 a funeral an umbrella on
which was painted coaspicuoasly the business
Of bis house, and held i; over tie preachers
head while be read bis prayers, the by-stand-
er's thought that something beside the corpse
was icing run into The ground.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02

Elegy. written By George Roots, distinguished
LAWYER Of Winchester. Va, and 2. 2. uncle ot
mine. more than 10 years ago, and preserved IN
the family. >. a. THOMSON
Summit Point, West Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
SOUTHERN
TKEPATIC PILLS,
FINUAT Old, Long Known and Well Tried heme'
/ dy for all Bilious Diseases, caused BY
1N1sI, CIrn INI'n

dy for all Bilious Diseases, caused Oy
DISEASED LIVER,
Islos,ined. at no distant day, to be the only Med
icine recognized and used by the people, where
thatdisease is so prevalent. Our present object
being to introduce the Medicine into those pis-
tricts whore the disease is most rife and let the
ncoplc have the benefit Of SO greata blessing; and
demonstrate its correctness by showing such re-
suits as have ne!cr followed any other pan o'
treatment. - TT
Pricc-For one box, rs cents. Dozen 81. Five
Gross, $500. rl
They can be scntto any point in the On'teo
Set: Address. G.. ". DEEMS.
2S South Calhounstreet, BALTIMORE
April s, 1871.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
= = On 1DT FST0WN JEFFERSON COUNTY, ". Va. oAIOh
Personal!

NOAH WALK ICKS ~ Co,
Celebrated Ciothiers OF Baltimore, Md,
Announce the introduction OF plan Of ordering
Clothing, and UnderwenI'
BY LETTER,
To which they call YOUR special attention. They
viii send On application their improved and accu-
rate
RULES FOR SELEKEASUREFENI,
and rlll line % samples from their immense
stock of CLOTHS, CASSlMEkES, COAT NUS,
SulRTINGS. tc., thus enabling parties 10 any
part of the country 90 order their Clothing ana
Shir,s direct from them, with the certainty OF re-
ceisiug g1gueuts OF
The T.ry latest Shls
Ind Host Perfect FL AtiGiHG5le.
Good. ordered viii be sent by Express to any
AS +. We'll known throughout the Southern
states obey have for Fotty-Threc Years
ENCELLED
fin all departments OF ,hcir business, which is a
substantial guarantee as 90 the character oi the
Goods they Will s-ud out
A lar-e and wc.i-assortyd stock OF
READK-7IADE CLOTHING
aroa,s ON hand, together with full line o
Furnishing Goods,
irclul.ur an the latest Novelties in Design, and a
POPULAR PRICES.
,Thr1 Good. are sent per Express c. o. d
there win be ro collection charge ON amounts %
$50 aud urc-.
Rries t1- Sci Measurement, Samples OF Good
and Pic, list sent free on application.
The attention ot the Trade Is invited tn oU
Wholesale Department, which Is always kept III
tlthe highest standard
N0AGI yyALEEss & CO,
Manufacturers and Dealers in Mems aud Boys
Clutliu- and Furnishing Goods, either read
mad. ur mad to order.
Ic5rrdIG1 Baltimore street, BALTIMORE,
Nly lj, lsli-yU. MD.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
AMERICAN HOTEL,
STANTON "a.
Change Of management.
\. ". CALsTMELL, Proprietor.

TENHE management Of this Hotel has changed
hands aud Il is being put in thorough repair,
being rcmodelcd and rcturuishcd.
Tl.isIrt.l is conveniently situated near the C. &
o. Il. Il. Depot aud accessible % the business part
of tie CITY. which will make it desirable for the
transient visitors and especially for Commercial
men. ,ru-
This Hotel is well ventilated and delightfully."-
cool ia summer The proprietor viii spare n"
pains o. mako it trstc,ass Hotel.
Terms moderate and special rates wiil be made
y. ". CARTMELL,
Ia, - 1871 Proprietor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
HOTEL.
SHEPHERDSTOWN, w. Va.

HAvING leased Che En,lcr Hotel it is now
/ open for the accommodation OF the Iubhc;
fteTa6ls will De bountifuly supplied with all
the Injuries aud substautials that the city ana
country markets afford. None but polite ana at
tentivc servants will be employed, aud nothing
shall De left Uudonc that will contribute 20 tnS
c.r-f,rtsrd Measure OF guests. The Stable will
DE attended by an experienced Ostler.
LIE. ETCHISON,
T.brr,rr .ls7G. Proprietor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
CoXTINENTAL HOTEL,
Corner Of Queen & King Streets,
Nartinsburg, West NirgIa.

MY OLD CUSTOMERS and the travelling pub
M lie in general, are informed that on the
FIRST DAY or APRL, 1877,
Ir-iu t,ke CHARGE of the above named Hotel,
where shall be glad O. see all my old patrons
tn, house Is new. commodious, rooms pleasant
aud airy. and cligibly situated. ..,...,,,,,,,
Inn e1. ISL. WI. ~ ILtINt.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02
MERCHANT TAILORS.
Albert R. Mottee & Co.,
SAD DooR WEST OF PAPK
Formerly Neiioaist Book DePo'itory,l
BALTIMORE, MD.

BALIIMUKL, MD.
nURStock consists Of 4 beautiful and varied
assortment OF Eng.ish, French and American
ms which we make Up in the Best Merchant
Tailor Style. Our cutter whose reputation
is we'll known for cutting and dttng, will give his
personal superintcnd4nce to this department
Orders from the country promptly attended TO-
'11 METTEE & CO.
Sept. 25. 1876.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1877-06-02

"OnIy The memory oI TIC Jusl,
Can 1.-Two aud blossom in the dust"
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1877-05-08

L keep constantly on hand full
supply of
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1877-05-08

A SAD BEREAVEMENT. .-Robcrt E1-
der Cathcart, eldest son of Saml
Cathcart, Esq. died in Winnsboro on
Saturday morning Of inflammation Of
the brain, aftcr two days, illness. Hc
was but fourteen years and seven
months of age, but was possessed
OF a high degree of talent and had
already given promise of future
usefulness. His death was caused
remotely by an injury received
several years ago from severe fall
although up to few days before his
death he was in robust health. IT
is sad thing when one dies after
having passed the allotted ago of
man, but when q young spirit is thus
hurried away, without warning, from
the midst Of those scenes which no
contributed to mako bright, the
blow is doubly felt. He will be
sorely missed in the family circle, of
which he was tho pride, and in the
school-room and on the playground
where he had endeared himself TO
oil with whom he came in contact.
His funeral took place on Sunday
morning at the Associate Reformed
church, and his remoins voro
followed to their last resting place
by his fellow pupils in a body and
by very large number of the
citizens Of Winnsboro and the sir.
rounding country. The heartfelt
sympathy of the entire community is
extended to his family in their sad
bereavement.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1877-05-08
Investigation Wanted.

We have heard from trustworthy
source that Israel Byrd, the present
senator from this county, was con
ncctcd some years since with trans
actions which alc of avery question:
able nature. 1t will be remembered
that from 1870 to 1872 tho board
OF county commissioners consisted
of John Martin, Milton Dunlap and
Jim Cook. The character Of this
board was such as to raise q pre-
sumption against it in any question
OF guilt. 1t is not likely that the
members wcro over tender in their
regard for the tax payers against
whose wishes and in spite Of whose
protests they were put in Office by an
ignorantand dupcd populaco. In
searching forfrauds during their term
of Office it is but just, therefore, that
the examination should be unusually
h'S'N, ''liN VIC lulcS OF evidence
stretched to their fullest legal limits
to involve the dclinqucnts. This is
more particularly true in the case of
Israel Byrd, the present sham senu-
tor from Fairfield. lie holds a hirh
posltion-onc in which there should
be a man above rcproach in all re~
spccts. 1T is bad enough that he is
utterly ignorant, without education
and without the capacity to learn,
II, added to all this, he is corrupt;
it his moral character is ANYTHING
but perfectly stainless; if ho las
been engaged in any transaction of
doubtful character, he should be
summarily dealt with and made to
give place to some worthicr indi~
vidual. Our information is that
Byrd has been engaged in some very
questionable doings in connection
with work dono for tho county, and
what wo want is an immediate and
thorough inv stigation by some
jury. Wo insist upon q searching
inquiry into every transaction iii
which Byrd has cvor received or
handled public money. The infor-
nation needed can be procured .bv
tho grand jury. We trust that
Judge Nlackoy will instruct them
fully and firmly upon tho matter.
we know that both he and they will
do their full duty.