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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

MARRIAGE LICENsEs.-Th follow
ing licenses were issued during
the year 1881, from the Office of the
County Court -
January, ~; February, 16; March,
Z; April, 3; May, Z; June, 6; July, II !;
August, 6; September, 5; October, 8;
November, 6; December, 10. Total,
106. Mr.. G. w. Doll, the recorder, is
of the opinion that the winter months
of Decemberand January are the most
favorable in the matrimonial line. We
would prefer tiowery May or leafy
June.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

Winter is here at last, and the school
boys are looking up their skates, while
the ice-men are thinking of storing
their summers supply. The "coas-
ters," too, are anxiously awaiting the
coming of the beautiful snow" when
that exciting sport win break the mo-
notony of the long winter evenings.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

Alta meeting of the School Board,
on Monday evening, Mr.. VIM. Pitzer
was re-instated as Principal of the
Second Ward School. Messrs Couch
man and Deatrick strongly opposed
the action of the Board, and immedi-
ately resigned.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

TIE BALTIMORE Sum.-In another
column will be found the prospectus
of the Baltimore Sun for 1882. Estab-
lished in 1887, it has gained an enviable
position among the leading papers of
this country. Its great success is due
to its having been from the beginning,
and lis yet, the paper of the people-non-
partisan and non-sectarian. The latest
news is always given, and can be
counted on as reliable.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

RELIGIOUS NOTICE. THE protracted
meeting of the colored M. E. Church,
of Martinsburg, commenced on
Wednesday night last. On Jan. 9Th,
there will be a general speaking and
prayer meeting which viii last several
weeks. Every person is invited.
Services every night. G. R. WILL
LIAMs, p. G.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

A very pleasant sociable took place
at the homie of Mr.. O.F. Ryneal last
week at which quite anumber of ladies
and gentlemen were present. Music
and the delicacies of the season were
a lternately enjoyed, and the good
wishes of those present extended to
Mr.. and Mrs. Ryneal, hoping for many
happy returns of similar occasions.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

We return our thanks to Messrs.
Sencindiver & Stewart, of the Darkes-
VILE Distillery, for some of their best
productions-pure Old Rye-as New
Years gift.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07
City Produce Markets.

Corrected erefy Friday by 2. Grove.
Potatoes, / .40(9 Leo; Butter go; Eggs
30; hams l6 /; sides l2.; shoulders IL !;
lard IL; turkeys s per ID. chicken s
duck 20 per piece; apples sO(gs5 per
bush. dried apples 4 per b.; peaches
10; cherries le; hucklebcrries 10; and
blackberries s.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

The Christmas sales are over for 1881,
nevertheless Geo. Hensel has yet a
good supply Of Coffee, Sugar, Molasses,
Tea, Crackers, Prunes, Currants, Can
Goods, &C., which he is dealing out at
very low figures, at his place of bust
ness, No. IL E. Martin st.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

A HANDSOME New YEARS GIFT
The members Of the Reformed congre-
cation, Of this city, in acknowledge
ment Of the esteem In which they hold
their pastor-Rev. J. Hoffheins-pre-
sented him with a handsome "easy
chair" 1t is q comfortable and valu-
able article, being in the order of an
armed chair, with reclining back,
and covering of purple satin plush
and gold silk damask. Mr.. Hoffheins
stands high in the estimation Of his
congregation, and well deserves this
mark Of their esteem.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

Mr. George Tabler, of Bedington Dis
trict, died suddenly on Sunday morn
ing, have suffered for some time from a
complication of diseases. He was well
known In this city, having been post
master preceding the present incum-
bent, and was respected and esteemed
as a man of sound principles and UNI
yielding integrity. He was in his seth
year.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

CITY COUNCIL met on Thursday
evening, but on account of the illness
ofMayor Logan, adjourned to Monday
evening next.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

About three and a third hundred
marriage permits were issued in Kan
awha county during the year 1881.
g What will the harvest be ?"-Sfate
Tribune.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

Neat anu cheap Job work done at
THE HERALD Job Office. Learn
prices and compare work, then order
where you can do the best.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07
For THE HERALD.
From Hedgesville.

MIR. EDITORIALS you have kindly
consented to devote space in your
columns to the publication ofsuch com
munications from superintendent,
teachers, Or pupils of " free Schools"
as may be deemed of interest, I send
you the following, with a hope of
stimulating other pupils in their laud-
able efforts at composition and oratory.
AT q recent session of one of our vii
lage Schools, taught by Miss S.
one of a group of little boys, being
called upon to exercise his Juvenile
powers at defamation, taking INTEM-
PERANCE for his subject, arose, and
descanted in stentorian tone as
follows -
''I'd rather black my visage DER,
And put the gloss on boots and shoes,
Than stand within liquor store,
And wash the glasses drunkards use. :"
ever be drunkard; for the Bible de-
clares "no drunkard shall inherit the
kingdom of Heaven" Boys, if you
would not become drunkards, beware
of the first dram for that is the start
ing point, the first step downward,
(notupward, but down, down, down;
to perditiOn; these first dra ms are
the A, B, G, of drinking; the picture
book which leads thoughtless boys on
to the worst lessons of intemperance,
the starting point to the prison, the
ggaiIows. 8! monster vice, what
tongue can tell, what pen describe the
whole story of its woes? We find
them uttered and written even in the
language of the bottle, itself, as re-
member well,
There was an old decanter,
and its mouth was gaping
wide; and rosy wine
had ebbed away and
left its crystal side,
and the wind
went humming,
upand down the sides
it flew, and
through the reed
like hollow neck the
widest notes
it blew. placed
it in the window,
where the blast was
blowing free, and fam
cied that its pale mouth,
sang the queerest strains to
me. They tell me-puny con-
querors? the plague has slain his
ten, and War his hundred thousand
of the very best of men, but twas
thus the Bottle spake, but / have con-
quered more than all your famous con-
querors, SO feared and famed of yore.
Then come We youths and naidens all,
come drink, from out my cup, the bever-
age that dulls the brain and burns the
spirit up: that puts to shame your
cong rors that Stay their scores be-
low; for this has deluged millions
with the lava tide of woe. Tho
in the path of battle darkest
waves of blood may roll. yet
while it kills the body, have
damn d the very soul. The
cholera, the plague, the
sword, such ruin never
wrot as | in mirth or
malice, on the inno-
cent have brought.
And still breathe
upon them, and
they shrink before
my breath: aud year
by year my thousands tread
the dismal road of DEATH
Now, Hurrah Boys, Hurrah say, for
the temperance reform. LBS
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

The Frederick Examiner completed
its seventy-eighth volume this week.
1t is newsy sheet land has attained
venerable age.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

Gum Boots for men, Gum Shoes for
men, ladies, misses and children, at cost,
at H. n Deatrick's.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07
SnaciaI Locals.

AT Cosr.-H. N Deatrick is selling out
his entire stock OF Dry Goods, Notions,
Boots and Shoes, Hats and Caps, at cost.
Call and get bargains. Goods must be
cold
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

Yesterday was Epiphany, or Three
Kings Day, kept as a holiday by the
Catholic church, and observed by
various other denominations. The
Three Kings are also known as the
Wise Men from the East, commonly
called the Shepherds, and an account
OF them is beautifully given by st.
Matthew and st. Luke.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07
SATURDAY, JAN. 7th, 1882.

The East Burke Street bridge is
being repaired.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

The State Journal presented its
readers with a handsome Annual
for New Years gift.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

THE CANTATA To BE REPEATED
Yielding to the solicitation of many
persons in the town and neighborhood,
who were prevented from being
present on Thursday night by
the inclement weather, the Sunday
school of the M. E. Church South will
repeat the Cantata of the Birth of
Christ, Mt Feller's Hall, on Tuesday
night, January 10th. Doors open at
p. m. Exercise commences at 7:30.
Admission, adults, rs cents children,
Is cents.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

Christmas dinners were prepared
for the railroad employees of the B. &
~, free of charge, on Monday, along
the main stem. Gen. agent Fair
banks, Messrs. Crane and Sheldon and
many ladies Of the employees families,
were in attendance at the different
points. A deputation dined at the
.frand Central in this place, and en-
loyed themselves very much.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

Mr.. j. F. Gerling, son of Mr.. F.
Gerling, of this place, residing at
Parkersburg, was in town during the
week.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07
marrianes,

A large stock of Boots and Shoes ct
cost, at Deatrick's.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

WEDDING.-Mr. THEODORE Thumel,
of this city, and Miss Emma Dyke, of
Doe-Gulley Tunnel, Morgan Co.,
were married at st. Joseph's Catholic
Church, Wednesday morning, by Rev.
Father Mckeefrey. The contracting
parties and the bridesmaid and
grOomsman having taken their places,
the officiating minister addressed them
in few words on the sanctity and
duties of their calling, after which
he proceeded to perform the ceremony.
Messrs. Jos. Ahern, Chas. Thumel and
John f. Ahern acted as ushers. The
welded couple left on the noon train
for the home of the bride.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

The Carrier returns his thanks to
the people of Martinsburg for his kind
reception on Saturday last.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

LIST OF JURORS. The following are the
Jurors drawn for the term of the Cir
cult Court of Berkeley County, beginning
Tuesday, Jan. 10th:
GRAND JURORS.
II. N. Deatrick, Geo. S. Hensell, c. NJ.
Shaffer, D. 8. Cline, Jacob Lemaster,
John Landis ST., j. B. A. Nadenbousch,
John w. Miller, Harrison Tabler, A. j.
Thomas, Joseph Fiscus, Jacob Schilling,
Joseph Grove, Frank Silver, John W.
Tabb, Morgan Morgans.
PETIT JURORS.
Samuel Miller, Charles Manor, Luther
Brown, John Fl. Lemaster, Joseph ALL
port, Michael Pitzer, Andrew Landers,
Daniel Mathaei, Charles r. Hollins, Geo.
Slyer, George w. Miller, H. N. Tabb,
VIM. Butt, Charles Baker, George I. PITT
or, F. D. Staley, Grant Benson, James NJ.
Newkirk, George Sheig, j. N. Thatcher,
Peter Bender, Ed. Henshaw, Grafton
Tice, James Matthews. VIM. F. Wilson,
Harrison Russler, J. S. Trammell, Fer
dinand Gerling.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

PERsoNAL.-Mr. T. Carson Bush, of
Winchester, Va, was in town this
week visiting friends also represent
ing the firm of Mr.. George E. Jinkins,
cigar manufacturer, of Winchester.
DIR. /. w. Willis, of Catawissa, Pa,
was stopping in town for few days
during the week; he gave us pleas
ant call, and had THE HERALD sent
to his address.
Mr.. Geo. +. Evans leaves on Tues
day for Wheeling, where on Wednes-
day noon the legislature will convene.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

DEAD LETTERS following is a
list of dead letters remaining in the
post-office at Martinsburg, Dec. Both,
and will be sent to the Dead Letter
Office Jan. 18th, if not called for. Per-
sons calling for these letters will please
say advertised.
ALI. Burnett, Brown Chambers, Miss
Maggie Peterson, Mount Trueman,
VIM. s. Croft, Mrs Sarah Hefelbower,
George w. Kief, Mr.. Z. Robinson.
Also the following letter held for
better direction Andrew Porker.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

AT a meeting of Bethany Lodge,
d. of r., I. O. o. F., on Tuesday night,
the election of the following officers
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

On New Years day, in the morning,
Miss Jennie Bowman, the faithful
organist of the Reformed Church of
this city was made the happy recipient
of a very handsome diamond ring. 1t
was purhased at the store of Jones the
jeweler, and was the gift of the mem
bers of the Reformed congregation and
others, in appreciation of her services
and a gift, too, well deserved.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

On FRIDAY or Saturday last, during
the absence of the inmates of the Re-
formed parsonage, some one entered
the parsons stable, but evidently not
with the intention of plumber, for
finding the corn barrel empty he did
not turn away in disgust, but filled it
up and then left, leaving no other trace
behind him. Such intruders are never
umWelcome.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

The Martinsburg Gymnasium passed
a resolution Thursday night author
izing the committee to purchase the
necessary gymnastic apparatus.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

ELECTION OF OFFICERs.-Atas stated
meeting of Valley Lodge, knights of
Honor, held X. ofP. Hall, on Friday
night last, the following officers We're
elected for the ensuing term:
Dictator-W. Bowers; Vice Dicta-
tor. l.. E. Combs; Assistant Dicta-
tor-Jacob Shaffer; Chaplain-W. F.
Long; Guide--G. w. Sandman; Re-
porter. S. Boak; Financial Reporter
H. Wilen; Treasurer-H. N. Dea-
trick; Guardian, VIM. McElroy; Senti-
nel-W. It. Logan, Medical Examiner,
DIR. j. w. McSherry; Trustees, Geo. w.
Feidt, w. T. Logan, VIM. McElroy !;
Grand Representatives.. N. Dea-
trick; Alternately. Il. Logan.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07

Rev. Father Hastey, late of Lynch
burg, was buried on Friday oflast week
from st. Mary's Catholic Church, Nor
folk, Va, with very imposing solem-
mites. Bishop Keane--a Riohnond; ;
Father OKeefe, of Norfolk; Father
McKeefrey, of Martinsburg, w. Va,
Father Murray, of Old Point; Father
Brady, of Portsmouth f; Father Wilson,
of Petersburg, and Father Dougherty,
of st. Patrick's Church, Richmond,
took part in the service.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1882-01-07
Meaths.


Death notices free. AL else J3Se cents per lin
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1882-03-04

The NeyIy-Found Kentucky Cave-Its
Emb4ems.
From the Grayson Advocate,
The great cave lately discovered here has been
visited by multitude of people from various
points of the United States. We think that
Leitchfeld is destined to become the great
mecca" Of the wOrld--fOr the Masonic frater-
nifty, and scientists generally,
For the last two weeks no one has been ad-
mitted to the cave except upon presenting q
written permit from Mr.. Rogers, and those who
have been fortunate enough to obtain admission
have been principally scientists from abroad,
who jOurneyed here to see the great wonder for
themselves 1t was necessary to take this step,
as the cave was RAPIDLY being despoiled of its
contents. Indeed. several of the mummies and
some of the smaller Masonic emblems were car
ried off before Mr.. ROgers--Or. in fact, any of
our ctiZens-realiZed the Importance of the dis
cOvery. and of preserving the contents of the
cave intact. The snbterranean river has been
so swollen from the excessive rains of the last
month that no explorations have been made in
the avenues beyOndit. Excavations have been
made. however, in the chambers catacOmbS
where the mummies and Masonic einblems were
found, and in the vicinity of the pyramid and
several tablets, with queer hierOglyphics have
been dug up. also some bronze and copper
vases, and pieces Of pottery. mound was
opened and found to contain six Weli-preserved
mummies, repOsing in regular order with feet
radiating from the center.
In the discovery of this cave the key is I'M
doubleday found that will unlock the mystery of
the prehistoric race of America, and also prove
their identity with the ancient Egyptian race
who undoubtedly crossed over and peoped this
continent, built temples and fiourished in high
degree of civilization until wiped out of exis-
tence by the ruthless hand of the savage. The
caves OF Kentucky undoubtedly afforded them
shelter and protection. and were usedas sort of
catacOmb for the storage ofasl that was near and
dear to them. including their illustrous dead.
Such at least seems to have been the case in this
instance, whether this theory will apply to the
other caves of Kentucky OF not.
Many beautiful formations have been discov-
cred during the last week. The staiacttes and
stalagmites gsten like SO many mllion,Ea IL, IDS
The pillars and columns of alabastef are bpailti-
ful beyond description, and its wanders will
have to be seen to be fully appreciated.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1882-03-04
The Largest Trout Ever Caught ia Cali.
fOrnia.


fOrnia.
From The San Francisco News Letter.
While fishing for founders in tide water near
Ross landing. last week. DR. Jessup hooked and
landed a trout that weighed, when dead. 12
pounds ounce Ii was one of tie species
known as Pacific coast brook trout SIlJsO I.ide1
OF h'ch species. says Mr. Redding, in recent
report OF the state rsh commission 1T grows
rapidly. occasionally weighing as high as seven
pounds when il can feed in salt water at the
mouths Of coast streams. and often weighing
i've pounds when confined entirely to fresh
water containing an abundance of food, as the
McClOud river" DIR. JesSup was using an old
line, and had TO use all his skill and inesse to
land this aquatic monster. Perhaps he would
have lost it, after all. had it not been for the
prompt assistance rendered by Mr. Lindsey
who got his finger badly bitten in the struggle
The next largest trout ever caught i'm this state
was taken from Lake MERGED by Dave Nesfeld.
anu weighed nine pounds. Dan 0'COnneil some
times tell story about an eleven-pound trout
ne caught In Calayeras creek but Dams catch is
not generally accepted as a record. tue usual
Sornalties Of affidavts from tie weighing COM
Rittss having been neglected.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1882-03-04

1 Quarrel OF Young Married Fools.
IN the Philadelphia Times
No, Will not say good-by-
Not good by, nor anything;
he Is gone. wonder why
LliacS are not sweet this spring.
How that tireSome bird will sing!
might follow him and say
Just that he forgot to kiss
Baby, when he went away.
Everything want miss.
Oh, precious world Is this!
What II night came and not he?
something might miSlead his feet.
Does the moon rise late? All me!
There are things that he might meet
NOW the rain begins to beat:
So 1t will be dark. The bell?-
Some one some one loves is dead.
Were 1t he! cannot tell
Half the fretful words said,
Half the fretful tears shed.
Dead? And but to think OF death!-
Men might bring him through the gate;
Lips that have not any breath,
Eyes that stare And must wait?
Is it time, or is IL late?
was wrong, and wrong, and wrong:
will ten him, oh, be sure!
If the heavens are builded strong,
Love shall therein be secure;
Love like mine shall there endure.
Listen, listen-that is he!
III not speak to him, say.
II ne choose TO say to me,
81 was all to blame to-day;
sweet, forgive me-" Why-I may!
MRS. S. NJ. B. PlATT
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1882-03-04

was to have my emeralds. She'll take it az a
delicate compliment to the nationality of the
man Of her choice. Bah, he'll pawn them
what else can one expect? WE'LL well. it
doesn't matter. l always hated them, though
they are the handsOmest set IpOssess. How well
L remember Sir Josiah bringing them home
the day before was presented at Court, and
had thought he meant to give me pearls and
had ordered a pale amber dress. cried about
it, but dared not ask him to change them or
refuse to wear them. and l felt so disguised.
knew they looked detestable and heard one
old lady whisper to another, Eggs and spinach. >
and the other said something about city and
they both Uttered. One feels those things when
one Is young. Well, hope Mrs. O'Shane NAV
De happier In wearing them. O'Shane? pah.
dare say. though, she'll be as proud of the name
as was at that time of being Lady Paulett-ah
mel
what next? Emily-my diamond brooch !?
Yes here it is" 1t was one of those quaint.
old-fashioned ones in silver settino-a large
spray of flowers and leaves. PRETTY little
gentle thing. it's too grand for her now. but
days. They say she's something like what
was. but without my high spirits. Dear! dear
what a gay young thing l was at her are and
what fine things expected We're to happen to
me in my iife!-and what dreary time have
had of it. l must keep an eve on little Emily
wherever am they are all too apt to overlook
her. Yes, she shall have the diamonds Mr..
Paulett gave them to me on my wedding day,
and wore them at the grand ball his company
gave when the Duke came into the city to be
made cheescmonger. can see myself now in
my white Canton Grape with the French fringes
and the myrtle sprig embroidery and the Prince
or Wales plume in my hair. Josiah said
l looked quite elegant, only very young, Che
was sensitive about the difference in our ages.
poor man-) l remember hearing Lord Henry
Murray. the Dukes's aide-de-camp. asked who
the pretty little bride was and minute after
he came up and was presented He lead me out.
right to the head of the room, into the very set
with the Duke and the Lady Mayorass, and
thought Josiah would be so pleased. l could
see him fidgeting about the whole time irving
to catch sight Of Us between the people. and
shaking his head and making signs to me- till [
almost forgot the f1gures-and my dancing used
to be greatly admired in those days" Lady
Paulett smiled to herself at the thought, arched
her neck, and made little movement with her
wrinkied old fingers as if gracefully bestoNing
the tips on some imaginary partner.
1T was vexatiOus, and Lord Henry was so
kind and so droli. But Mr.. Paulett gave me
such frown as he led me out into the tea-room
that hardly knew what he said or how to
answer him. Poor dear Josiah! To think
that, after all. he was only afraid that was
laughing too much and Lord Henry might
think ne a silly schoolgirl, or that some Of the
city ladies might fancy we were quizzlng them.