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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
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leader in the political Israel has fallen. The
Hon. Fernando Wood representative from the
o,h Congressional District of New York, died
az the Arbso>1s IIo. Springs ON sunday evening
last. AGED G9 wears He had twice been Mayor
of New York Cityand for nineteen consecutive
years had represented, I'M part, It's interests and
the interests of Democracy on the floor of the
House The remains Of the lamcutcd states
man aud gentleman were brought East ON Mon
dav. a committee Of the Arkansas legislature
escortius them o. the state line and similar
houors paid them along the entire route. At
50 Louis O committee of nine members Of the
House. selected chiefly from the Committee ON
Ways aud Means, whereof the deceased was
Chairman. received and took themin charge.
His colleague. Hon. :. :. Cox says:
His character his experience. his informa-
ton, his courtesy, his presence his dignity and
his courage marked him us a debater a states
man. and as a man %; rare qualities attributes
and cncrly.
And the baltimore S,ul says:
His style of oratory, like the substance OF
his speeches, Vas grave, argumeutativc, void OF
ornament bat fan of matter. He never spoke
withou, careful preparation. nor except when
the subject deserved lt. and thus was always
beard With respect and attention. lie dressed
hi, small compact, erect figure with especial
ueJ,ne>- and even primnesS. and his cool, calm,
implssiyc face was ornamented always with a
large and very u0ticcablewhite moustache. Mr.
Wood was NJ liked by his political antagonists,
hut De was Dnguc>tinuabiy q man OF great
ability and usefulness. who had in the fullest
degree the courage NJ Isis opinions
Hon. j. Run. Tucker succeeds him as Chair
man of the Committee ON Ways and Means.
The formal count of the electoral votes
took place in the House. in the presence Of
the Senate. on Wednesday of last week
MeSsrs. Thurman and Hamlin, and House
and Crowley acting as telers, and the Vice
President presiding. The vote of Georgia,
illegally Nationally viewed cast on Dec. 3,
was not counted-as failing to affect materi
ally the result, which, as announced, was
Garfield. PA; Hancock-with Georgia, l55;
without Hi West Virginia's modest but
helpful fee were recorded for Hancock and
English.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
!. TAe Iirainia Peerage. -"


TINS VlRGINN PEERAGE,' 10y Robt. I. Craig
hill Of Lyuchburg Va The first volume of
this work has been issued from the press of
VIM. Ellis Jones. Richmond and we are in re-
ceipt Of copy, neatly bound in cloth and
printed i'm clear large type-a very readable
book 20 judge by its appearance; but as We have
no. as vet had time TO enjoy It's contents We
simply append an extract of the preface which
briefly sets forth the purpose of the author
After am allusion 10 Sir Walter SCOTS character
odd Mortality" whose mission it was To pass
from place TO place through the Lowlands of
scotland and clear away with humble but de
voted chisel" the moss and wcatherstain from
the eray,stoucs which sheltered the dust of
former generations he SAYS a sentiment akin
% his has prompted the following work. In
giving The Virginia Pecrage To the public, the
writer takes Johimself little credit beyond that
OF a merc compiler Theaim has been
Co coloca,e. as it were, into one picture gallery
tine portraits of these great men; thus enabling
the reop,e of Virginia TO look upon a group of
her most distinguished sons instead of contcm-
plating them ~iugly ard through the mazes of
extended biographies If the result Of these
effort. should pcrchance add anything to the
general appreciation Of Nirsiuia-thc mother
of these sons: OF should induce the people aud
especially thc young men of Virginia, to read
the lives and study she characters 0f these great
Virginian>.- reward will bcas great As could
De desired. greater than Is deserved for a work
accomplished in some Of the leisure moments
,natclcd from busy life
The book may boz obtained at the Drug and
Book store of ~ y. T. Henderson.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

The Charleston Nc'cs and Courier gave to
its dispatch announcing Carlyle's death the
caption: The Censor of the Age" Edito.
rally. il says:
-"s I'm Carlvlcs Tiiloso-
ply there are but three virtues Earnest belief
which has long since gone from the world /;
force and audacity, which overcome every OBJ
Staclc. and q prudent thrift. which makes the
best Of bad safe of tliings
We do not cry him down. But it shall not be
forgotten that hc wIs guilty of treason against
mankind. lie de>pairel of the human race
This should be his cpitai4.'
Earnest belief and force which ovcrcomes
do not, i; strikes Us. mate well with despair
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
IElrin. nm Dailv Lender. ]

The subjoined opinion, We perceive, is by
J. A. Daniels, Esq, of MeSSrs. Stogdill &
Daniels, attorneys, La Crosse, Wis, and APP
pears in the La Crosse Chronicle: Sometime
since, was attacked with pains in ard be-
low one of my knee joints A few applica-
tons of St Jacobs Oil quieted the pain and
relieved the Inflammation. | regard it ~ a
valuable medicine.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

Tell it not in Gath" that color preju-
dice exists in loyal York State! Frederick
c. Dickcrson. a colored lad Of character,
culture and intelligence residing at New
port, r. l., where his parents are known and
respected, is refused admission to the East
man Commercial School of Poughkeepsie,
y. Y, because mob on the part of other
pupils was feared land that even the build
ing might be torn down" Will those who
take the South to terrible task please stick
a pin here?
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

"The Beauties of American Scenery "
was the theme of lecture by Hon James
II. Grove in Martinsburg on Friday evening
of last week We have seen no report of
the performance, but have no doubt the sub
iect was very handsomely discussed.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

Contributors of the poetico-dreamy school
are informed that the waste baskets in this
Office have long since digested theirlast diet
of spring ballads and are yawning hungrily
for more.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

On Monday Senator Hereford presented
Joint resolutions of the legislature relating
to the cession to West Virginia of vacant
lands and water power of Harper's Ferry
Also introduced a bill on the subject. Re-
ferred to committee on education.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
Now Albany Ledger-Standard.l

Speaking of Governors suggests the men
ton of an item we received from Mr.. Henry
A. Knight. Foreman at Chas. Waters X Cos
Governor and Valve Works. Boston, Mass.
have used st Jacobs Oil among out en-
ployees and find that il never fails 10 cure.
The men are delighted with the wonderful
effects of the oil, as it has cured them of
bruises, burns, etc.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
Notice.

THE undersigned hereby gives notice that
i letters of administration have been grant
ed TO him on the personal estate Of Catharine
VI Backus, deceased. Persons having claims
against the said estate will present them TO him
and persons owing said estate will make pay
ment 70 him.
G.H.C. BACKUS
~ "a 80, -
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

Chipeta, the sobbing widow of the late
Ute chief, Ouray, has sent the government
at Washington the buckskin coat, leggings
and other holiday aCcoutrcments of her re-
cent liegc lord "as I sign of friendship and
esteem" Stuff and nonsense. As 4 sign,
rather, of her getting on the war path land
paint after another husband Woman is
the same the wide world over, and Chipeta
follows merely thread worn feminine ex-
ample in clearing out the old mans dhds
ere she goes for new mate.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
GROCERIES OF all Kinds,

to which invite the public generally To call
and get prices, as intend 70 meet any in prices,
even the ten per cent. above cost prices
Thanking all for your generous patronage in
the past, ! hope to merit the continuance IN
the future.
Goods delivered within the corporation free
Of charge. Will always have them delivered
promptly. All kinds ofCOUNTRY PRODUCE
taken in exchange for goods.
Respectfully. HIMROD TRUSSEIL.
al 70 isSi
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
FURNITURE.

TERMS.-A Credit of Nine Months on al
sums above sl0-the purchaser giving Negotia'
BILE Note payable at the First National Bank
of Jefferson at Charlestown, with inter
est from date and approved security
Interest to be RENTED if paid at maturity
Sums of and under so, Cash. No property &c
be removed until terms are complied with.
Sale TO commence at 10 o'clock.
:. ". CLIP.
Daniel Heflebower, Auctioneer.
Feb. :, lSSl.-3t.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

Exceptional floods have prevailed the past
two weeks throughout the country. North
South, East and West there is The same story
ofswollen rivers, bridges swept away, farms and
cities submerged.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
FOR RENT.

THE Two-story Brick Dwelling occupied by
l. Mr.. r. 7. Leisenring. on Congress st.,
Charlcstown. Contains Fix rooms, kitchen and
pantry, and has q good basement; also cistern
at back door. Convenient 10 the business
portion Of the town.
Feb ; lsSl-A WILLIAM kIMES.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

Base Music. To be aroused from sweet
and delicious slumber by a "cat serenade, "
Is on par with being annoyed in church by
the steady hacking and coughing of indi-
viduals who neglect TO take Dr. Bulls Cough
Syrup. Price - cents.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

Gen. Hancock has accepted an invitation
to participate in the Inauguration ceremo-
MES and win be present with his staff.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
,T5sse3--7TTIF OLD ia MIIY JOURNAL.

Go slow is the pith of a petition of
many of our citizens to our Legislators touch
ing railroad legislation.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
1881.
Low IN pR1CE-coMPACT IL FORM.
II EXPRESSION, CONSER-
NATIVE ~ TONE


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reflex of the spirit of the times and activities
and events of the day,
TIE SUN EXPRESSES It's opinions on current
events as they arise and on subjects OF public
interest, with the view only of arriving at right
results ssnH conserving the general welfare. lis
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The extent and variety of THE Sun Local
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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
SPECIAL NOTICE.

DY reques; Of my many friends and relations
ID | have added 10 my large Stock Of Dry
Goods and Notions an imnenss Stock Of
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
PUP LOST.

4 SHEPHERD PUP. three or four months
old, stFayed on the 18th Of January. lie is
yellow, with white nose and white between the
eyes, also white breast, some dark hair on
taiI. Any information concerning him left AZ
Free Press Office, or a. Mr. HendcrsOn's store,
will bc thankfully received.
Ak sELDSN
Echrtiarr 3 issi-Ht
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
FOR RENT.

THE STORE ROOM at present occupied Of
i 5 +. White in Middleway. West Nir1nl'.
good stand for business 4 man with family
can he accommodated with house. Possessloh
given the lst Of April ISL Apply %
rSf ~ s, WI GIlBERI-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
Piano or organ.
Music Pupils Wanted.

A LADY WHO Is Az ACCOMPLISHED
y PIANIST and ORGANIST snd an excel
lent and experienced Teacher, desires TO secure
a few pupils For information apply 6!
FREE PRE.>S OFFICE
Febrrerv5 1851
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

Shades of Sumner and Morton and other
dead apostles of colcred mems rights Rich
ard Tancil sable student of medicine in
Howard University, Washington, and a
member, forsooth, of the Virginia state re-
publican executive committee, is arrested
for robbing graves in an Alexandria Gene
terry A ghoulish politician 10 be sure
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

An intended amendment to the legislative
appropriation bill providing that congress
men shall certify to faithful services before
receiving their pay was promptly voted
down. Correct. Must the sweet preroga-
tives of our learned Legislators be thus a
bridged before the world? Never. Never
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
FINANCIAL.

VyvEhare a limited amount Of per cent. god
w Jefferson County, West Vhginia, Bonds
for sale at 90 cents We recommend them ss a
frst-c,ass investment
BIZ. JAMESON 4 CO., Banker,
Sd and Chestnut Street,
Philadelphia, Pennsyl'snia.
Sept. G, ls79-if.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
OVERCOATS.

BOOTS! BOOTS! BOOTS.
Mems Kip Boots 81 80 200 = 80
Bows 81" a. p 50
Mems and Boys Hats at one-third less than
regular price. Respectfully,
J. GOLDSMITH.
January I, 1851
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
PUBLIC SALE.
Twenty-Five Fine Sheep

Two Wagons-one for Six Horses, and
One q Light Wagon,
Ambulance Wagon,
Gearing for Six Horses-nearly new,
Fifth Chain aud Spreaders
Butt Traces and Breast Chains.
One Combined REAPER AND MOWER,
One Buggy Rake,
One Keller Grain Drill, One Baker Fan,
(,ne Little Giant Corn and Cob Crusher,
One Sleigh-for one OF two Horses,
Two Sunfsh Flows. Two Harrows
Three Double and 3 Single Shovel Flows,
Two Double and Three Single Trees,
Jack Screw, Grain Ladders, ShOvels,
Hoes. GrindstOne, Scoop Shovel,
Half Bushel Measure, Wagon Saddle,
Seven Stands Of Bees, 6-horse Line,
Cradle and Moving Scythes.
and many other articles unnecessary 70 men
ton. and probably some Household and Kitchen
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

Juvenile dppravity will not, We hope, &C
quire fresh detiltry from the fact that one
Wesley Young, school teacher of Tucka-
hoe, a southampton IL. ~ suburb, was fined
for hogging a pupil and subsequently dug
ont for pastures new. The irate parent of
the boy first ,uck-a-hoe to thrash the peda-
gogue, but concluded to let him feel the de-
scending weight of limb of the law.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
LADIES, MISSES AND CIILDREN's
CLOAKS.
At onc.thlrd Ie.s than
NAPKINs ANp FABLE LINEN
At one.,hird lees than regular price and
~ Ii. L -. I L.. Tn.r.l. 81
Our stocl, OF FANfTY GOODS AND NOTIONS

VUT sIOIN % ~ 'F''TTIIN 7 = W I'I'f
IS too large 10 enumcratc. but will sacrifice
them in order to clear ont entire stock
Button Kid Gloves SIC
, Best s5c
Largo LOT Button: slightly damaged, 25c
4 good opportunity for the ladies to buy
UNDERWEAR at lis than cost-our entire
stCrk must be sold.
Or our immensa SOL, &C SHOES discount
Of - per cent will be made-dont J0rge y.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

We have in type the proceedings Of she Berie~
ley County Agricultural and Mechanical Socie-
ty-bat are compelled 10 defer their publica-
tion tiu nevtv week
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
TIE RUST HOU SIC.
Luray5 Virginia,
y. A. Rust. PRoPRrrIor

y. \. kISI. PRoPRIrTOR.
Table supplied at all times with tue beet the
market affords Hack for the LGFay Cavern'
Terms moderate for fir-i-ciass accommodation.
January -, i.>i
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
Estray Sheep.

THE undersigned has three Sheep that came
L TO his farm some time ago. The owner can
have them upon the payment OF charge, DC.
T. NJ. LAKELAND.
Fob 10 1851,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

At no previous recurrence in long, long
while of Washington's Birthday in an Inau-
guration year has the incoming President
been greeted with so golden an opportunity
to emulate the wisdom Of an illustriouS EX-
ecutiyc example. Let high honor, simple
dignity and political moderation mark the
new presidential tenure, and Republican
will cease to be synonyms
for evil governments.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
BLANKETS AND COMFORTS,
Carpets, oil cloths, &C., So

Thankful for the past generou' patronage
hope We have merited acOniinIance. and vii
be pleased to sce our friends and the publicgen
orally. NIMROD TRrSSELB.
Oct iS!>0
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

Carlyle's idea Of the secret of American
happiness was an original and novel one,
and, in a manner, somewhat correct. Said
he, a year ago, to the Rev. DIR. Cuyler: " /
wad Ike to sec America. Ye may talk a
bout Your Dimocracy or any other 'cracy,
or any kind of political rubbish, but the Sc
crct ofhappincss in America is that ye have
gat vast deal Of land fora very few people. "
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
Ready-Made Clothing

Large and well-selccted Stock-laic~t styles
and wel.-Inadc: Gents Fine White md Colore1
Shirts Linen Collars, Cuffs and Handkcrchisr
Large assortment Of CNDERWARE. Gents
FINE BOOTS AND SHOES. AND MATS A.
cars FOR BOYS fND GIRLS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
NEW
FALL g. WINTER GOODS
Tor sale BY
~ ilnrOd IruSSeIl,
CrvTBr Room, SADLER BUILDING.
FINE DRESS GOODS.

we call attention 10 orr Black Cashmcrcs, Ifen.
rie.ia Cloths, Australian Crepc~, striped and
Checked Ginghams and many other Ladies
Dress Goods of all shades and textures. beau-
tiful and admirable Also Opera Flaunels-s
variety Of cOOr~ and shades. white Shaker
Fllnnels. Hosiery for Ladies and Children ~
latest styles. Isle Thread Gloves, Embroidery
Silks-great variety % shades: Lconard's Spool
Silk-bcst; silk Handkerchief Ladies and
Children Nubias, Shaws aud CiOaks, Bsmo-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19
For Rent
also the OMct

formerly occupied by Or. J. J. II. Straith and
adjoining the residence of Mr. J. Ed Duke
Apply to CLEON MOORE,
Feb 10 1881 st Attorney at Law.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-02-19

Feb. 70. ISL St
The daily Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1878-1???, 1881-07-14
NO ELECTION OF COUNTY OFFICERS
NEXT FALL.

In answer tc letter from Hon. Milton
BARLEY, county judge of Gallatln county,
inquirlng whether an election of county
officers will be held in thi. state next fall,
Gov. Culom has written the following:
. EXECUTIVE OFFICE, !
SPRINGFIELD, H., June "a, 1881.
Hon. Milton Barley Shawneetown, H..
DEAR SIR-Your favor of the 14th inst.
has been received. In answer | have to
say that the amendment to the election law
which repeats the existing provisions and
provides for the election Of county judges,
&C., in 1888, and every four years there.
after, was necessary legislation to carry out
the provisions of the amendment of 1879 of
section 8, article 10 of the state constitu.
ton
Under the amended constitution and the
legislation in pursuance thereof, do not
think that general election for these Of
ficers should be'held this fall-18S1.
Truly, yours, S. NJ. CULLoM.
The daily Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1878-1???, 1881-07-14
A LITTLE FOURTH OF JULY.

The following is the letter to Gov. Eos.
ter, Of Ohio, from Gov. Cullom, and will
fully explain itself
SPRINGFIELD, ILL, July II, 1881.
His Excellency Chas Foster Governor. Colu n H.
bus, o.:
Your telegram of the 10th received this
morning. My feelings are in entire har-
mony with your views in reference to the
prapriety of setting apart, by concurrent &C
ton of the governors of the several states,
of day of thanksgiving, in view of the
gratifying recovery Of the president.
would suggest however, that the selec-
ton Of day be made when the presidents
convalescence is fully assured.
| think it eminently proper that you
should take the initiative in the matter.
S. M. GULoM, Governor.
Bob Ingersoll would probably suggest
that it would be as proper to blame God for
allowing the assassination to take place as
it isto thank him for the presidents recov.
cry. But Bob suggests some very strange
things sometimes.
The daily Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1878-1???, 1881-07-14
A LETTER.
INTERESTING TO DRUGGISTS AND OTHERS

INTERESTING TO DRUGGISTS AND OTHERS.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT.,
WAsHIyGroN June eth, 1881.
N. Van Bell, ESQ Baltimore, Nd:
SIR Your letter Of the 23rd inst. call
ing attention to violations of the internal
revenue law by the mixing OF syrup or
ockcandy with whiskey or other spirits
by persons who have not paid the special
tax as rectitiers, is received You say that
you know that in Boston, New York and
many other cities, this is done to great
extent by hotels, saloon keepers, grocers,
druggists and wholesale and retail liquor
dealers; that you do not propose to give
the names of the parties so violating the
law until they have been duly notified, but
that you should not hesitate to inform this
Office of the names the volators after notice
had been given them by the department, OF
their liability as rcctifers. You are in
formed that on Jan. Sth, 1880, Collector
Slack of Boston was instructed 10y this
office that = preparation Of rock. candy and
whiskey is held to be compound liquor
and not medicine within the meaning of
the last clause of section 3246 of the revised
statutes, and that druggist by making
such compound for sale by bottle or
larger packages incurs special tax as recti-
fer. April 18th, 1880, Collector Hollister
OF Bridgeport, Conn, was advised that the
mixing of spirits by retail liquor dealers
with rock-candy, syrup or other materials
tor sale by the bottle or larger quantities
should be regarded by him for the purpose
of taxation, as rectfcation. think the
dealers generally throughout the country
understand their liability in this respect
end if they are thus compromising liquors
they are not doing so, in ignorance of the
law. / will therefore thank you to give
this office such information as you possess,
which will enable the collectors of tho dis.
tricts where such violations are practiced
to collect the proper taxes and penalties.
Respectfully, GREENE B. RAUM,
Commissioner.