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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24
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The members and friends Of the Id,.h..
an church OF Harper's Ferry purpos. h,v
ing an entertainment Oh Thursday e.
ing 10Th of December. Programme vii,
consist Of vocal and Instrumental MI
and drama. Success is anticipated 81
also a full house, so that a handsor'ua
amount might be realized to aid in reoai-
ing their church editice.
The st. Paul's Lutheran church ofJo
doun county, Va, belonging to the H.r-
per's Ferry charge has lately been -
modelled and beautified. Through &c
earnest and united efforts of member, va. 's
friends of this church they have Nc uu
handsome edifice in which 10 worsb;,'s
The church will be rededieated at Am ,'p.
day. Due notice will be)given TO tho 90
gregation and in the Register. Rev v
j. Richardson q former pastor and Pc,
Dan. J. lIauer the founder of this cbnror
are expected 10 be present on that dav
Married, on Wednesday evening n,
18th, ut the residence of the brids,. ~
rents near Rohrersvilie, Nd, by r.
Chas. S. Trump Of Harper's Ferry Oh
J. Young and Annie {. Potfinberger.
The Lutheran Sabbath School of ia.
per's Ferry, will treat the scholars of tbe;-
school 10 candy and music on ChriSrm,s
morning at the usual hour for service
Once more Santa Claus must come dow
narrow chimney and through smoLr
stove pipe hole and all solicit walls IL.
faced furniture, etc., but by next year mi,
time he will be happily surprised 10 Sc, =
delightful change in this Sunday Scho%l
room; for the young ladies and men Of
the school and church are working earn.
estly TO secure means and aid in repsirin,
the church edifice. Let there be a mfl
turnout OH Christmas morning even if All
do not get candy for their treat. Let
every scholar be present.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

@r ACcIDENr.-Qute au unfortunate
and almost serious accident occurred on
south bound freight train, S. Y. K. r.,
between this place and Sharpsburg on
Friday morning last, caused by the ex-
plosicn or bursting of the steam coils
in the "Baker patent heater" in the pas
senger car which was attached TO the
train, Ivy which Mr.. Park Woody, brake
man on the train, and Mr.. J. S. Elliot,
a passenger from MELVILLE, Pa, were
severely burned by the steam. Mr.. Ell
hot who was considerably burned about
the face and head, was in company with
his wife and on his way to Richmond,
Va. Mrs. Elliot had just left the side of
her husband few moments before the
accident occurred otherwise she would
undoubtedly have met with the same
results as her husband did. Mr.. Woody
was also severely burned about the face
and hands. When the train arrived at
this place few moments after the acct
dent occurred, DR.. w. =. Manning was
Immediately sent for aud rendered pro-
fessioual services. Mr.. Elliot and wife
returned on the next train 10 their home
in MELVILLE and Mr. Woody was taken
to his home III Hagerstown. The rail-
road company promptly did all they
could to alleviate the condition OF the
unfortunate ones, who we learn are now
doing very well.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24
\ ours truly,
CHAS. o. COOK,
Pastor Methodist Episcopal Church.

sa" House BREAKING AND POUNp-
ING.-On Wednesday night of this week
Rev. w. G. Eggleston of the NJ. E.
Church South, lett his home as usual TO
attend the regular church prayer meet,
ing, as soon as he left an entrance was
effected through the front window by
several persons and articles of value
such as turkeys, chickens, hams, sausage,
beef, lard, -four, sugar, coffee, tea, crack
ers, canned goods and many other arti-
cles of value were "not taken" but left
in the house. The Rev. gentleman was
somewhat surprised on his return to
find the front door locked and the lights
burning and tie house well filled with
members of his congregation, who had
taken possession and in his absence pre-
pared an elegant supper OF oysters, DC:
He bore the depreciation patiently and
all seemed to enjoy the occasion very
much.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24
ELEGANT, ATTRACTIVE GOODS
FOR
Wedding and Holiday
P r E S E N rs.
w. L. JONES, JEWELER,

w. L. JONES, JEWELER,
NO. "a QUEEN ST., MARTINsBURG,
Is now receiving large additions 10 hb
i stock Of RICH NOVELTIES, the best
product Of home and foreign markets, en-
bracing all that Is recherche, novel aId
desirable in goods especially adapted Tor
presents.
Ladies' and Gents Fine Gold and ST.
yer Watches, embracing those Of the most
celebrated foreign and home manufacture.
a large stock Of Clocks Of every style
and description.
The finest stock Of jewelry ever shown
In Aartinsburg, embracing Diamond sets,
Necklaces, Bracelets, Pins, Drops, me
Gold Set Rings, heavy plain Cold Kings,
fine gold chains, gold and silver thimbies,
large line Of gold pens and hoIders, and 10
short, everything In the jewelry lineto %
found in frst-c!ass jewelry store.
YER w ARE.
A magnificent display Of hDe silver
ware, which has only 10 be seen 10 be sd-
mired, embracing pitchers, al 'ters, cas-
tors, cake baskets, table, tea z, d dssseIt
spoons, napkin rings, butter dishes, Tea
sets, pickle castnss, aud every article 10
the line.
GRANITEIRONwARE-
A large assortment Of this handsome snd
popular ware, and q thousand md one
novelties especially for the holiday season.
Call and examine goods and price before
purchasing. All goods warranted a. rep
resented. No charge for engraving so0os
purchased OF me.
Dec. "a, 1881.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24
John T. Wclshans.

Magnificent stock of Books suitable for both
old aud young, at Welshans'.
What can you give as Xmas present more
suitable than a handsome volume oil poeme!
You can get II at Welshans'.
Picture books for the little folks from cents
up, at Welshans'.
The largest stock OF books, albums, cut up
pictures, blocks, inll-stinds, aud novelties Tor
the Holidays, At Welshans'.
The haudsomest line OF SILK Hnndkcrchieis
ever offered in Shepherdstowu, at Welshans'.
Shawls, blankets, and cloak', great bargains
at Welsbans'.
Welshans is s'iil offering great many bar
gsins IL dry goods and notions.
Gents hemmcd stitched haDdkerchleis IN elk
and linen, at Welshans'.
Special line of lace goods-ties, iichues and
collars, at WelshaDs'.
Don't fail TO examine the stock OF Xmas Nov
elti.s at Wel4hans' before making your pur'
chases You Will find splendid stock at very
low prices.
Bibles and Prayer Books at Welshans'.
Shakespeare Byron, Moore, Teunyson, Long.
fellow, Scott, Whittier, and other books, oil
handsomely bound, at publishers prices, at
Welshans'.
Jewelry, Jewelry-You can find the largest
stock at lowest prices, al Welshans'.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

R%- Ten THOUSAND CRANKs. "A
Milwaukee man styling himself Presi-
DENT of the Clarified Avengers, num-
boring 10000, has written a letter,
warning Guiteau, Judge Cox and the
jury, that in case Guiteau should escape
hanging, they (,he so called avengers)
will take the law in their own bands,
march to Washington and cxterminate
the whole crew instrumental in procur-
ing the verdict. If such an organiza.
ton for such a purpose exists, it proves
there are at least 10000 more lunatics
or Western men meditating murder,
with inspirational insanity symptoms.
Should this threat be carried out, and
hanging is the Government remedy,
hemp will advance.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

ED HOUSE WARNING AND REcEr-
TIoN.-The Presby terrain congregation
of this town, aud other friends gave their
Pastor Rev. J. A. Armstrong and bride,
who arrived here on Saturday last from
an extended wedding tour, quite an
ovation at the Parsonage that evening.
A sumptuous repast was epread before
them, and numerous valuable articles
presented them, besides many articles
of household comfort generously con-
tributed, consisting of flour, hams,
geese, chickens, turkeys, ducks, pota
toes, sugar, coffee, tea, aud all kinds OF
utensils in wares for housekeeping pur-
poses. The silver ware, previously be-
slowed as bridal presents, were exhib,
tied in profusion, which is beautiful,
handsome, costly and useful. A large
representation was present, and a most
pleasant and enjoyable time was had.
We welcome Mr. Armstrong and his
wife home, aud hope they may enjoy
many years Of future happiness and
prosperity.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

By dispensation from the Grand Mas
ter of the State, it was agreed by Nit.
Nebo Lodge Of this place, to have a
public installation of the officers elect,
in the NJ. f. Church on Tuesday even
next, the 9th. at Z o'clock, at which
time the Hon. c. j. Faulkner, OF Mar
tinsburs, will deliver an address. The
public are cordially invited to attend.
After the ceremonies the lodge will take
supper prepared for them by the ladies
OF the church.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

The people OF Atlanta, Ga, are natu.
rally enthused over dispatch from
Hon. John w. Book walter, late demo.
cratic candidate for Governor Of Ohio,
who announces his determination TO es-
tablish large manufacturing establish
ment at Atlanta, and directs an agent
to select a suitable location for the
works. Mr.. Bookwal!er is the proprie-
tor Of an establishment at Springfield,
Ohio, which gives employment to
several thousand mechanics in the man
ufacture of agricultural machinery. He
is a millionaire and man of great ell
:erprise aud business ssgacity.
1t Is stated that Senator II. G. Davis
will not go into a canvass for re-elec.
ton. The pressing demands of bis pri
vate business and large interest will
prevent his taking an active part in
politics for some time to come.
Hon. Simon Cameron will spend the
winter in Mexico.
The Chicago Journal objects TO the
name Of Riddleberger and declares that
it is worse than Frelingbuysen.
Mr. Frederick Fechtig, of Hagers
town, celebrated the ninety first ami
yersary of biz birthday on Monday
Of last week. He was born in Lancas
ter county, Pa, but removed to Hagers
town when FIVE years Of age.
Senator Davis has closed q conusct
for 5000 tons of steel rails at S5s pel
ton, for the extension of the Piedmont
w. Va, road, the rails te be delivered
during June, July and August OF mex
year.
Ike Engineers surveying the route o
the Baltimore, Cincinnati and Western
Railroad are encamped near Gathers
burg. Howard county, Md. Tbey
have finished the survey in Howard aoe
! Montgomery counties, and, by the sur
yey, The road will cross the Potomac
into Loudop at Spinks' Ferry. What
route it will take then is not learned.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

nE BALLOON AscENsIoN.-A grand
balloon ascension will take place in
College square, Shepherdstown, ON Sat
urday evening, Dec. 3lst, by the June
Bug Stevens Balloon Company" They
have secured one of Harris Meteoric
Balloons which will present a move! and
delightful display of fireworks, such as
bursting bombs and lighting meteors,
altogether making one of the most beau
tiful scenes ever witnessed. They have
also secured Criswell's celebrated Cor
net Band to discourse music on the oc-
CASTOR.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24
CHRISTMAS GOODS.

New Primes, Raisins. Citron, Cur
rants, .Oat Flour, Dat Meal, Homlny
Grits, Macaroni, Hominy, Beans, New
Orleans Shugar, and New Orleans Mo
lasses lust received at Baker d Bill
MYERS
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24
eg FOR FIVE DOLLARS AND

w IOIN II v u IIOI1E-Rk$-0
FIFTY GENTS, at NJ. Elnsteins, la
gerstown, you can get No. ! Mans
Ulster Overcoat. Also, lot of Boys
aud Youths Ulsterett and Sack Over
coats at $500, 1915, $500, 81. so and
$500. Don't let this chsnce go by as
have large stock on hand and they
must be sold.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24
FOR SALE.

THE undersigned offers ut private sale
i his two dwelling houses on New street,
Shepherdstown, occupied by Barny Tray
II not sold shortly they will be for reut.
For particulars call or J. s. Bragonier,
Attorney at Law, ShepL r,lstown, or adj
dress me at ShepherdstO WI.
REIN 4. CROSS.
a.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

A cable message from Nice, France,
announces the death of Major-General
John Henry Martindale,. who from 1867
TO 1854 was military governor of wash
ington city. He was brevetted major
general for gallantry at Malvern Hill, and
in that year resigned on account OF Ill
health. He was attorney-ge general OF sew
York in ls66-67 and was one Of the abiest
LAWYERS IL the State.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

N annual meeting Of the stockholders
u OF the Potomac Building Association
Of Shepherdstown will be held at the
Register office, Sbepherdstown, w. Va,
on Thursday evening, the 9th Of January,
1882, at Z O'Clock, for the purpose Of cleo
ting eight directors for said company. A
full attendance is desired.
II. c. ENTLER, sec'y.
Dec % lw
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24
Holiday Festivities.

The ladies Of the Auxiliary Society
will give a supper Thursday, Friday and
Saturday evenings, during Christmas
week, Dec. 90, 80 and 81, for the bene-
fit of the Young Mems Christian Asso-
citation of this place. Supper, Oysters
and Refreshments will be served at
Billmyers Hall.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24
5bspberastown Register.


sE TIE MAN WHO CAPTURED JOHN
RpowS.-We learn from the Washington
CITY World that on Sunday last John
Roach. who was one of the Oldest veter-
ANS of the Marine Corps, passed away III
his residence in that city, aged siNty-sN
wears He was formerly the drum-nlaJor
al the corps. He was born in East ASH
inyton and was apprenticed In the corps
,t eleven wears of age to learn music. lie
,v.s n sergeant of marines i'll the Florida
war under jackson, and has continued
non.commissioned officer since. He was
i'm the Mexican war, was wounded at
Chepultepec, and entered the City Of Mex
leo with Scott's victorious army. lie con-
tracted rheumatism while accompanying
the National Veteran Club to Harrisburg
some years ago TO inaugurate Governor
Hartranft. He was discharged from the
Marine Corps last September after over
fifty years of service. The commahuaht,
Colonel Charles G. McCawley, refused 10
re-enlist him, and it grieved the ola man
and almost broke his heart. His Drother,
Robert Roach, was once tax COLLECTOR Vi
that city. "Major" Roach, as he was pest
known. was with the u. 5. Marines, un-
dor command of Colonel II. f. Lee, at the
capture Of John Brown at Harper's Ferry
in 1889. and he was the first man to lay
hands on the violator of the law and drag
him from under the engine in the engine
house. Governor Wise, Of Virginia, pre-
sented him with a fine uniform coat for
his bravery on this occasion. Major.
Roach was brave and modest soldier anG
always obeyed orders. His herculean
form will be remembered at the head of
the splendid Marine Band by those famil-
lar with scenes on the Washington ave-
nue. during the stirring days of the war.
lie leaves wife and several children.
His funeral took place Tuesday afternoon
from his late residence.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

LUTHERAN CHURCH.
CHRISTMAS SERVICES

Holy Communion, Christmas Sunday
at IL o'clock A. NJ. Baptismal Services
for children at 3:l5 p. NJ. Christmas
Sermon at 6:3Or.M. Special music for
both morning and night.
Preparatory Service Saturday at 2;3o
p. u.
Sunday School Christmas Services,
Shepheristown, Monday evening, Dec.
Goth. at $50 p. N; Unionyille, Tuesday
evening, Dec. 27tb, at 2 o'clock P. NJ.
Interesting programmes have been
arranged and stirring music prepared
for the Sunday School Services 10 which
all are invited.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

eB A young man who thinks he can
lead a reckless and profigate existence
until he reaches the middle term of life
and then repent and make good, steady
citizen is deluded. He thinks that people
are fools, despite of memory. He con-
eludes that if he repents, every one will
forget that he was that dissipated fellow.
This is not the case; people are apt to re-
member the bad deeds and forget good
ones. Besides, it is no easy thing to break'
off in the middle of life bad habits that
have been formed in youth.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

sg MAsoNIc.-At the meeting of
Mt. Nebo Lodge, A. f. & A. NJ, OF
this place on Monday last the following
officers were elected for the ensuing
term:-W. NJ, J. S. Fleming; s. W.,
w. p. Manning; ]. W., VIM. Butler;
Sec'y, L. w. La,imer; Treas, John L.
Richard; s. D., Henry G. Martin; J. D.,
L. Il. Smooth; Tyler, Jno. L. Keys.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

The Ladies of the Methodist Episco-
pal Church will give Supper on Tues
day evening, December 27th, at 6
o'clock. Supper, Oysters, &c, in the
basement OF the church. Proceeds tor
the benefit of the church. All are re-
quested to pay them visit.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

The Reformed Sunday School will
hold their Christmas Festival, Saturday
evening, christmas Eve), at 6 o'clock.
Special collection will be taken up for
the benefit Of the Bethany Orphan s
Home. which was recently burned.
Early services in the Church Sunday
morning at 6 o'clock Services at IL
o'clock, in which the Sunday School
will join.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

10y WEEK OY PRAYER.-The Worlds
Evangelical Alliance has appointed the
first week in January as the week Of
prayer, the following being the program
which is sent forth 10 all the churches Of
the world:
Sunday, Jan. Subject for discussion,
"Renewed Conservation"
Monday, Jan. 2-ThaDksgiving for the
blessings, temporal and spiritual, for the
past year, aud prayer for their continu-
ance.
Tuesday, Jan. 3-IIumliation and con-
fession on account OF individual, social
and national sins.
Wednesday, Jan. 4-Prayer for the bles-
sings Of God on His church and His word.
Thursday, Jan. 5-Prayer for the young
and all agencies for Chris tian training.
Friday, Jan. 6-Prayer for the univer-
sal prevalence of peace and righteousness.
Saturday, Jan. Prayer for Christian
missions, the outpouring Of the Holy
Spirit and the conversion of the world.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24
p9- REMEMBERS "The little mai

s1 REMEMBER! ''The little man
around the corner" N. Einstein, Ha-
gerstown, will sell you Mems Business
Suits at $500, 5000, 1900 and $500
in style and fabric that will please at
first sight. Also, large line OF Boys
and Children's suitings of the latest
STYLES at prices that will astonish you.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

paT PROTECT YOURSELVES FROM SMALL
Pox.-Small pox is again abroad i'll the
land. All who have not been vaccln-
ated should have it at once performed,
and such as have not been recently vac
cjuated should be revaccinated. This
is a simple procedure and may save
valuable life aud much suffering DR..
VIM. p. Manning has just procured a
fresh supply Of Bovine aud llumanzed
Virus. the latter one removed from the
calf. The Bovine is taken with great
care from the far famed French Beau
gency stock and is unparalleled as TO
purity and efficacy.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

M SAD AND FATAL ACCIDENT.-Mr.
Linn +. Currie, a well.knowu citizen OF
this county, aged about 81 years, met
with shocking death On the main stem
of the g. & 0. II. H., short distance
below Duffelds Depot, little after 5
o'clock on Friday evening last, the l6tE
inst. lie was returning to his home,
the residence OF his brother Mr.. Geo.
L. Curris, in the neighborhood OF Dut-
fields Depot, from Loudoun county,
where he had been teaching school, and
walking up the track OF the Is. u y. *.
r., from Harper's Ferry; when the sad
accident occurred. The engineer of the
east bound express train passing at that
time thought he had struck something,
but did not know what it was until he
reached Sandy Hook, when i'll oiling
his engine, he found blood and human
hair and part of broom which MIR. Z.
had purchased in Harper's Ferry, upon
it. The next west bound train men
were Immediately notified to keep a
sharp look out, and other precautions
taken to discover the victim of the &C
cident. The body of Mr.. Currie was
accordingly found at the locality desig-
mated, in a horribly mangled condition,
and every limb and back broken, and
of course life being extinct. was broug hit
on to Dufhelds. His remains were in
tered in Edge Hill Cemetery, at Charles
town, on Sunday afternoon last. Mr..
Currie was native of Hagerstown, his
father, Mr.. John Currie, conducting a
furniture manufacturing business. He
was printer by vocation, having grad
uated from the old Torch Light"
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

S1- The necessity of re-enactiug
uniform bankrupt law to supercede the
varying insolvent laws of the States is
being pressed On the attention of Con
gress this session. One of them, by Mr..
Pillsbury, Of Boston, reviews two
schemes that are to be submitted to the
consideration of Congress The first is
TO the effect shat bankrupt estates shall
he administered in the district courts of
the United States, as courts of equity,
upon a common creditors bill under the
ordinary equity procedure" The sec
oud is SO special bankruptcy system,
bearing a general similarity to the act
of 1867, but emitting some Of its objec-
tiooable features, and introducing 9th
ers presumably desirable"
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

sS Week after week we come across
men who don't take their local paper
because it is so small; because they
know all the news in town; because
they have no time TO read it; because
they take some city weekly; or for some
other equally satisfactory reason. Some
of these very men, too, are the ones
who ask favors of us-the insertion of a
marriage notice, or long obituary, or
some other item Of interest chiefly to
themselves or their own immediate To-
cality. Now, why should people sup
port their local paper? Because it is
their local paper that writes their local
history, that advocates their local inter
ests, that promotes their local indus
tries. What interest have the city pa
pers in the interior towns that man
should take one of them in preference
to bis home paper? Send in your
names and subscribe for the Register,
commencing with the new year, pay
ment in advance at reduced terms.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1881-12-24

p@- "The Richards Copper Mining
Company" has been incorporated at
Luray, Va, the incorporators being
Virginia and Washington capitalists.
The mine is situated about one and a
half miles southwest of Stony Map,
Page CO., Va, and has been pronounced
by experts to be the richest vein OF cop
per anywhere known in the United
States except the famed Michigan
mines. The company has now a force
at work and will begin shipments at an
early day. For the present the ore
will be shipped in its crude state, but
the company purpose very early in the
spring erecting furnace near Luray.
The president of the company is DR..
McIllhaney, OF Washington.