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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

SUDDEN DEATH OF MAORI. &. RAW
l1Ns.-It is our painful duty 10 chron-
cle the sudden death Of Maj. j. {.
Rawlins who was suddenly summoned
to that dread unknown world on Fri
day night, about o'clock, while sit
tine in his chair. at The residence of his
son-in law, DR.. Fred King, in Atlanta.
Mai. Rawlins has been in feeble health
for several years, and has had several
attacks of heart disease within that tin Q
of alarming character. Dr.. &. ".
Holmes attended lin in each attack
anu expressed the apprehension that he
would die suddenly from one of these
attacks. Mai. Rawlns left Rome few
days ago for short visit to his sonln-
law, and during his visit expressed
himself as feeling unusually well, which
induced him to prolong his stay beyond
his intention when he left home. On
the night of his death, particularly, he
said he was feeling very well, and while
sitting on the verandah converslng, was
seized with a paroxysm, which was so
sudden and painless as not to attract at
ten,ion for "a moment, and then the
dropping of his head and the silence of
the stricken man was the only inllma-
ton of the dread destroyer-death-so
sudden, so stealtby, so terrible.
The tdiDgs OF this sad death and of
the approach OF the remains Oh the
morning train, was the occasion of the
gathering OF large concourse of Cit
zens at the depot to meet the body OF
him who so short a time previous had
lived among and mingled intimately
with them. On the arrival ct the train,
the remains were conveyed to Tie Cen.
trail Hotel, where during the day large
numbers of friends took final look of
all that was mortal of their old friend.
Mai. Rawlins has one daughter in
Baltimore, Md, and another in Ala
bama, both OF whom have been notified
by telegraph of the loss they have sus-
tained.-Roms, Ga, Daily Bulletin, Ja-
y 3Oih, 1882.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

Icy Breyet-Brig Ger. s. Z. Bsrstow, United
States Armv, died at Oakland, Nd, Monday last,
Of complication of diseases, after a sickness OF
over four we, Ks He was take sick at Berkeley
Springs, and went to Oakland about ten days
ago, thinking he would be benefited by The
change. Gen. BIrstow was q native OF Boston,
AID was in the 9th year of his age. AT the out
break of the civil war he was practicing lawyer
there. He entered the army as volunteer. and
was a captain on Gen. McDowelrs staff. At one
time he served as assistant Quartermaster. He
was rapidly promoted ard served until the close
of the war. At the battle of Gettysburg he was
ON Gen Meades staff. After the war he married
Mi.s Maria l.. NJ. Peters, daughter Of the late
Francis Peters, of Philadelphia. Mrs. Barstow
is Il, ter TO Mrs Gen. Wadswor,h, who was
prominent lady In Washington society last win
ier Mrs. Barstow and PhiIip Peu6leton were
with Gen Barstow when he died. The remains
were taken to Berkeley Springs for interment.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

~ Mrs. Margaret Sandersou, relict of
the late Colonel Henry :. Sanderson and
the lady who made the flag for Fort Nc
Henry which inspired Francis Scott Key
10 write the "Star-Spangled Banner
died ia New York Sunday, aged eighty
five years At the time OF the lombard
ment, in 1912, Mrs. SauderSon, who was
only fifteen years old, made the flag out
of costly silk with her own hands and pre-
scented it to Colonel George Armistead,
the commander of the fort, just before the
British appeared in the bay. During the
subsequent engagement the flag floated
over the fort and was seen by Key while
confined in the British man-of-war. At
ter the war the flag was returned to its
maker and the original Star-spangled
Banner is pow one of the treasures of the
SaGderson family. The State of Mary
land has made several unsuccessful efforts
10 buy the flag, but the venerable laGy
could never be induced TO part with it.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

~ SUDDEN DEATT.-Tbe many f,iepds and
atqusint4nces Of Joseph e. Rswlns, U: Rome,
Georgia, were startled IN this place, ON Saturday
evening of last week, upon learning by telegraph
that Mr. r. died suddenly of heart disease the
night previous, Friday. at the residence of his
osughler at Atautp, George, where he had been
visiting for a few days. Another daughter, Miss
Rcse, who hsd been whiting relatives here. re-
ce:ved the dispatch Inf rnir her OF the death of
her father. and who took the early train on s, v.
r. r. on Sunday morning for Rome. She vas
overwhelmed with grief upon the sad message
received, ard received the sympathy of many
friends here. Mr.. Rawlins married Miss Istha-
rice Hill, eldest daughter OF Jacob Hill, deco,
in this towr, aud was kind and affec'ionatu
husband al Il father, and aged about 20 years.
He reside many years in Charl,stown and Mar
,insbure previous TO The ! te war, and after
which he removed to Rome, Georgia. His fami-
iy have the sympathy of many relatives end
flepds 10 this section in their sad bereavement.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

EAD.-OLD LADY. cant thread thi,
LII needle with these spcctacleS. bought
them from peddler, they make my head
ache.
OLD GENT. I declare these spccracles
make me crazy, | cant read the news any
more.
DoCroR. Held on. these imperfect glass.
es ruin your eyes, get pair of KINGS
they are the best. You can get them of
BAKER Il McMURRAN.
Aug. 3 4w
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05
Aug.

GAVE si-You can buy the very best
y Spectacles and Eye Glasses for one dol.
lar, which are warranted To give satisfsc-
ton, at BAKER d MCMURRAN'S.
Aug. D Nv
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

Mr.. Joan W. McCleary, OF baltimore, is the
"boss" fishermen. He caught three bass In the
Potomac here last week which weighed Is
pcurds, one Of which weighed pounds.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

THE COMBINATION SPECTACLES
i can be adjusted TO the eyes and are the
most durable in use. They can be had AZ
BAKER & MCMURRAN'S.
Aug. 3 4w
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05
LOCAL ITEMS.

The Kerneysville Grange win meet on the fret
Saturday in August, the 5.h, 1t O'Clock =. III.
A full attendance is requested.
Z. Z. Campbell, Prof. Of Natural scienee in
the Hsgersiown Female Seminary, called this
week. The catalogue shows that tits established
school is still aouristirg and prizes greatly re-
duced. In location IL is unsurpassed. Send Tor
Catalogue and particulars to Rev. Z. l.. heedy,
A. VI Hagerslowp, Md.
Young Mems Meeting will be held in the
basement of the NJ. E. Church South, Tomorrow
Sunday evening, 81 O'Clock.
We had pleasant visit on Friday last from
Mr.. Geo. W. KlIe, travelling solicitor for the
firm Of Stouffer IL Darner, Hagerstowr, manu-
factprers of Monuments, Tomts, &c. This firm
through good work and fair dealing have gained
an enviabe reputation. All orders entrusted 10
Mr.. K. will be promptly filled.
"Have you heard the news?"-That Or. Thorn
as Mayapple Biiters has never failed to cure
Dyspepsia, and one dose will cure the headache
in ten minutes.-''What a blessing" For sale
Ut all Drug Stores.
Young man show your manliness by bringing
YOUR sweetheart to the /. o. G. T. Lawn Festival
tonight, and treating her TO Ice Cream, " :, &C.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
Rev. J. A. ARMSTRONG, PASTOR.
Absent.
Prayer meeting. Wednesday evening
- p. 81.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

LUTHERAN CHURCH.
Rev. d. NJ. MosER, PASTOR.
Shepherdstown 1920 A. ~
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

NJ. Z. CHURCH SOUTH.
Rev. w. G.. EGGLEsTOS. PASTOR.
Bethesda 1870 4. NJ. by Rev. L. II.
Wbisner, p. E., Unionyille-no ser
vices.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05
CHURCH DIRECTORY.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH.

Rev. I. Z. Mason, REcroR.
Shepherdstown 10 l-2 a. M.-and 3 r. If.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05
HELPED BN PRAYEE.

Total delegate vote,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1882-08-05

ASBURY N. Z. CHURCH, COLD.
Rev. ABRAHAM TITLE, PASTOR.
Services tomorrow in Shepherdstown
atlI A. NJ. and 71-2P. NJ. Sacrament
LIST Sunday in each month until further
notice.
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16

Chairman. Speeches were made showing the
necessity Of the State and National Prohlbitory
party. Thirty-nine cities and towns were rcp-
resented IN tho convention by 155 delegates.
Charles Almy, of New Bedford, was nominated
for Governo. by scclamation for Lieutenant
Governor, John Backmar for Secretary OF
State, Solomon F. Root for Treasurer and Re-
ceiver General, T. J. Lathrop; for Auditor,
Jonathan Buck. and for Attorney General
Samuel NJ. Fairfield. Il was st ted that el, 900
ct least were needed for the campaign, Amy,
the candidate for Governor, made short sd-
dress, promising to faithfully serve a. candi-
date. The usual prohibitory resolutions were
adopted.
KANSAS REPuBIIcASs.
The Republicans OF Kansas held their State
Convention ct Topeka. Gov. St John was
nominated for reelection by q large majority
on the first ballot The remainder OF the ticket
is as follows d. W. Tinney, present incumo-
ent, for Lieutenant Governor; James Smith,
State; McCabe, colored man Of
Graham county, for Auditor Treas
urer, Samuel s. Howe; Atorney 9en-ral,
w. A. johnson; State superintendent II. q.
Speer; d. J. Browne, for Associate Justice Of the
Supreme Court
The following platform was adopted:
We, the Republicans Of the State Of Kansas
in delegate convention assembled, affirming our
faith in, and adherence 10, the principles OF the
Republican party, hereby express our confidence
In our present national and State administra-
tons, and we pledge ourselves TO their support,
and announce the following as our declaration
OF principles:
ney Ya n iayc Ths a t6s a1l:ia paoSio,on Of the s
fscture aud sale OF intoxicating liquors as .
beverage and pledge ourselves 90 such addi-
uonal legislation az shall secure the rigid en-
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16
A BALLAD OF MIDNIGHE.

have wait'd long and my eyes are dim
wth whiting aud watching for thee, my love;
The moon sinks under the ocesn's rim,
And a cloud aoats over the sky above.
But thou hast oome for at last see
Thy slender igure, both 1.-THE and tall,
And hear the rustic Of garments free
All! II is buta rose bsish by yonder wall
o, why hat thou tarried, my love, so long?
Yet art thou come TO me here at last,
For holr thy voice and know thy song p
What wa tg-A miIkmNn wandering past.
Short time, short time, may we tarry now,
Short time for Kisses, the hour is Cd;
Thy breath e cool On my heated brow
Hello = there's draught and I'm catching cold
Alasl weep not that the hour is Ger:
Thy tears fail fast at our parting pain:
Y,t CnCe may We meet to part no more
BY JoNel-Ill go in, it's .gur TO rain
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16
soOD-NT9Hr.

How very commonplace is the ex-
preston "Good.nightp r. and yet what
volumes it may speak for all the future
timei We never listen to it in passing,
and this thought does not force itself
upon us, be the tones in which it is ut
tered ever SO thonghtless. The lapse Of
a few hours mag surround and hedge il
in with horror that of all the million of
words which q lifetime has recorded
these two little words alone shall be re-
men,bered: Goodnight r. The little
child has lisped it, as it passed smiling
from this world; the lover with his gay
dreams Of the nuptial morrow the wife
end mother, with the tangled threads Of
household cares still in her fingers; the
father, going out to death, leaving home
and kin unprotected and uncared for.
Goodnight The seal upon days past
and days tc come. What hand so rash
to tear aside the veil that covers its to-
morrow ?-P Presbyterian
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16

ployes In provisions, aud he is familiarly
known about the office as "the cats.
meat man." He has charge of the dis
bursement of the appropriation, and, al
though the names of the animals do not
appear upon the rolls, yet he is obliged
to report for them and signs the warrant
books on their account. II the cat fam
lily increases in number, he duly reports
the fact and provision is made for
the newcomers.
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16
THE CATTLE CENSUS.

Tho eompilers Of the census are very slow In
furnishing the public with the statistics OBJ
tanned at great expense to the Government two
years ago. II is said that it is withheld for the
purpose Of allowing those who we're well paid
for gathering these statistics to write and sell
books containing the cream OF the official cen,
sus. The following census OF cattle was OBJ
tanned by Hon J. B. Grinnell, Of j. r. Dodge,
sta,istlcian Of the National Agricultural De-
partment, aud, although MIR. Grinnell's book Is
Copyrighted, we annex the follow ing from II |;
aud 10 case Of prosecution for violation OF his
rights, we VIII plead that 1t was purloined orig
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16
-PECULIARITfES OF THE JAPANESE
CALENDAR

II the length Of the shadow on the 2lst
of June is divided into four equal parts,
and the length on the 21st of December
into two equal parts, we shall have six
equal measures, of length corresponding
with six unequal intervals of time these
intervals may then lie distinguished &C.
corling to the length of the shadow.
The Japanese avail themselves OF this
peculiarly of shadows in their country
10 adjust the division of their solar year,
the first day Of which corresponds with
the 2lst of June of the Gregorian reck-
oning. They divide the year into twelve
equal months (mangsa), which are re-
spectively Al, %, "a, 25, 81, 43, 43, 26,
25, "a, % and "a days long. Independ.
emily of this division, the farmer plants
his rice and other crops according to the
height of Orion and the Pleiades above
the horizon. This height is taken either
at nightfall, half an hour after snnset.
or III tue EloTuihS, haiA oh houi oSAoAO
the sunrise. The following are the
names of the calendar months, and the
most important observations and farm
ers' rules that are connected with them !:
First month (Kasa), Al days, from the
21st of June to the 31st Of July, in.
elusive. Orion and the Pleiades are
visible in the east, respectively twenty
one and forty.five degrees above the
horizon. The sun turns back toward
the south; mans shadow at noon
reaches four feet south. The fresh
water fish iwak bettik has one spot on
its head. 1t is time to plant the second
crop Of rice.
Second month (Kara), % days long,
from the LIST TO the 23d Of August The
Pleiades are in the zenith, seventy de-
grces above the eastern horizon. The
iwak bettik has two spots. The sun
goes farther toward the south. A mans
shadow at noon measures two feet south.
Popular Science Monthly.
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16
PATRONAGE.

We do not like the word as commonly
applied to newspapers. There is no
patronage where equivalents pass be.
tween the parties. II it be admitted
that newspaper in given community
Is good for nothing, and yet is main
talned by contributions, whether called
subscription payments or something
else, by the people of that community.
then that sneet is "patronized." And
If there be such sheet its patron is o
fool. Better let il die and live man
bulld on its ruins thing of worth. But
when, as We believe is usually the case.
the newspaper gives vastly more OF value
than 1t receives--in many an issue a
whole volume of matter for five cents-it
would be more appropriate and truer to
the fact to say that the newspaper pat
ronizes its subscribers than that they
patronize the paper. We want to see
the press get credit for what it does.
And we want to see it come in the con-
crete. OF course everybody admits that
the press-the great American far-off
press-is benefactor, a great educator,
the voice of liberty, and all that When
1t comes to the home paper, however,
that is too near to be fairly judged. 1t
is the prophet not without honor save in
Its own country. Yet the newspaper is
the leading promoter of new industries,
the voice which calls the people to-
gether for action in emergencies, and in
many ways an essential public institu-
ton-in every issue performing services
to the public which from their nature
cannot be scheduled for remuneration.
and are still of high value. Let every
publisher repudiate patronage" We
must find better pame for transactions
in which we give full consideration for
all that is received. --.r----...
A certain independence is pervading
the profession in some quarters which it
Is pleasant to notice. We have heard
lately of publisher who was waited
upon in his Office by citizen who with
agrand air informed him, that, though he
already had more newspapers than he
could read, he nevertheless thought he
would patyonize the paper at home by
giving in his two dollars. The pub
Usher resented his visitors lofty style by
informing him that he was not in need
of his money, and should not take it on
any such terms. The mitter ended in
the mans taking the paper because he
wanted it to read, and in his having q
different opinion from that he had previ-
ously entertained of its spublisher. People
are apt 10 accept mans valuation of his
own property, especially if it be low
one. 1t pays to have a good opinion of
ones self and ones profession, if it is
not higher than il ought to be, and self
depreciation in business is positive weak
ness. --E,1change.
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16
CIR. IN THE posroFFIcr.

There arc about l,0Q0 cats in the en-
ploy of the Postoffice Department of the
Government, and they are paid for their
services with food and shelter. As
simple as this matter seems. II IS none
the less true that the United States ex.
pends at least 81 900 per year for the
maintenance Of cats at all the principal
offices and large public buildings in the
country. In Philadelphia butcher is
the contractor for keeping the feline en-
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16

OF all strange habits in snakes, none
equals that observed in the blowing
adder. One afternoon, returning TO
camp, / came upon box turtle trailing
one of these snakes, which had firm
hold upon the turtles left hind foot.
The turtle was unable TO free itself of
its tormentor, ~ its hold was quite
secure; SO persistently was 1t maintained
that lifted the turtle by grasping the
body of the snake. Considerable force
was required to separate them. The
snake was abou. twenty inches long. the
turtle eight inches. The foot was
bleached and blood was still flowing;
none had apparently escaped from the
aaouth Of the snake. Two toes were
missing, having been digested from the
foot The entire foot appeared as
though il had been subjected to con-
tinued maeeration within the mouth
Of the snake. - american Nat,Taiist.
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16

HENRY WARD BKKoHER says: "Our
aristocrats are of spontaneous growth.
They come up as the toadstools doom
the rottenness of the dunghill."
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16

SOME Mars IN zAPESrRP.
The royal tapestry works established
a few years ago at Windsor now turns
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16

THE first lager beer saloon vas opened
in New York forty-two ysazs ago. 1t 10
currently reported that the business ha:
increased, for taxes 70 the smonnt q
$4,000, 900 are now paid upon the lager
beer consumed in that city.
Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16

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Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16

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Hand County press. (Miller, Dakota [S.D.]) 1882-1893, 1882-08-16

The Illinois ProhibrtioDists held . State Con-
veution ut Bloomington. $50 delegates being
present. John d. Finch made . statement that
ness TO see . saloon in every building In the
state rather than the Republican party should
lose It's contro; bat Mr.. Hamilton sends out .
sweeping denial Judge IRWIN, OF Madison
ennnts.. wee nensinaieH for Treasurer, and
Prof. Matthews, Of Galeshure. for superinsen-
dent OF schools, A State Central Committee Of
f6fty-fonr p.rns,ers vas appointed
The Opelousas courier., 1882-02-25

For many years there has been q law
In Virginia, as in Massachusetts and
other States, requiring every citizen to
pay a poll tax before he could enjoy
the privilege of voting at an election.
This law in the Southern States was
designed to reach that class OF persons,
chiefly negroes, who owned little or no
property, but who levied taxes on
Others aud paid none themselves. AN
other object in imposing IA poll ta&-alI
of which goes into the general school
fund OF the State-was to force the ne
grOes to contribute towards the edhca
ton of their Owls children, about which
they have appeared, since the war, to
have been extremely snlicitous.a The
Rpadjhsters Of Virginia have recently
repealed the poll tax law of5lhat State,
and tile monopoly holding dalkies can
exercise the right of fIanchise and have
their children educated without paying
one ecu into the public treasury. This
il a Mean, aud. in consideration of the
heavy deUt under which Virginia is
Iaboripg, an unpriHc'plrd trick on the
part of Mahoue's followers o. ctorry ia
eor with the negro voters of the State.
N. D. States.
The Opelousas courier., 1882-02-25
The Times Democrat.
The NeW Orleans Democrat and NeU
Orleans Times, Consolidated
Dec. |. 1881.

A representative newspaper must fluid its
way iutO every business establishment and to
every tireside around which clusters even the
most ordinary intelligence. Is there auy ques-
ti0n in the minds of the people living in the
SouthWeste. II aud Gull States that the TINES
DEMOCRAT is that paper; that it +mbodies all
of tue elements and possesses all the qualities
that they can reasonably expect To tiud in u
favorite journai3
The enterprises pnsh and progress of the New
Orleans Democrat during the past eighteen
months have become proverhial. No Journal
published in the South has made such progress
in tue same period oi time. The New Orleans
Times has been for many wears rec,,gniz ii as
ONE OF the l~eaaing journals iH the country.
The consolidated Issue. the TIMEs-DEMo
RAT, will euibody the best eleluehta, the high
est virtues. of both. II will simply be, with
out question, the ideal paper of the business
man, the mechanic, planter, farmer, the fam
lily, the people of all classes and conditions. 1t
is waste of time TO enumerate the cxeellencies
OF its issues. 1t is the embodiment of the mod,
ern newspaper. Every department in it has
been raise.l to the highest standard. The
Daily Dir the Weekly TIMEs-DEMoCRAT should
reach every place of business and every home
it tue Southwestern and Gulf States.
The subscription rates for the Daily are as
fellows payable in advance:
One year tevery dayI-- Si2 Six months--.-S SO
Three months--..--..- 8 One month";. l
Postage prepaid.
The rates for the Weekly are as follows:
One year tSaturdays) $3.50 Six mths.--.75c
Three months.....--- so Postage prepaid.
The Weekly is never less than twelve pages
III size, and is really the best and
Cheapest Weekly Published.