Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1884-09-12
An Enjoyable Annir.-one of the

vicinity was that given by Mr.. Henry
Shepherd on Wednesday afternoon last at
Mr.. Lenen's "Big Spring." OH the Poto-
mac river, short distance above Shep-
herdstown. The spot selected was most
perfect one naturally, and Mr.. Shepherd
had added to its beauty by having the
ground cleared of all underbrush, the
spring walled up, and tasteful decorations
profusely scattered. The steamboat "Liz-
zie May of Falling Waters, was brought
down to this place, and transported the
guests from the wharf TO the pic ME
grounds. 4 music stand was erected,
and Criswell's Silver Comet Band rem
dered the choicest selections Of music.
The pic mic WAS held from two o'clock
until dark. Many persons had been in
yited from Hagerstowu, Charlestown,
Martinsburg and other places, and with
those from our own town and vicinity
made up quite merry party. A splendid
dancing platform had been provided, and
to the music of Jacks String Band mary
INDUCED in this amusement. A splendid
collation. WAS served, the substantials and
delicacies being provided in the greatest
abundance, with full corps Of attentive
walters.
One of the most pleasant incidents was
the "Mother Goose Quadrille, which
was participated ill by eight young ladies
in fancy costumes, with Mother Goose in
charge of them. The graceful figures
they danced, chanting the old rhymes for
music, produced a most beautiful effect,
and they elected great applause.
Thus, in various modes of enjoyment,
the time passed only too quickly, and
every one was sorry to see the gathering
shades of evening, which warned
them of the time of departure. Many
of those present were there for the first
time, and they went into raptures over
the magnificent scenery ard picturesque
beauty of the place. All expressed the
heartiest appreciation of the kindly gem
erosity Of Mr.. and Mrs. Shepherd in af-
fording so much pleasure to them, and We
are sure they will have nothing but the
most pleasant recollections of the occa-
sion. The guests returned to town about
seven o'clock, and for several hours the
visitors and the public were entertained
by beautiful display of fireworks, which
had also been generously provided by Mr..
Shepherd. This feature was very much
enjoyed by every one.
We will not attempt to give the names
of those who were present, but suffice it
to say that it was composed of ladies and
gentlemen prominent in public aud social
life il this State and Maryland. lIagers-
town sent q very large delegation OF fair
ladies and brave men.
In giving the pic mic on such generous
scale, Mr.. Shepherd has again shown an
evidence of the liberality which has char
acterized him in the past. And those to
whom it afforded so much enjoyment will
remember his kindness with increased re-
gard for himself and his hospitable family.
4 Good DriIl.-The new II y l."
Drill, patented by John F. Keller and
manufactured here by the Shepherdstown
Manufacturing Company, took the first
premium ut the Montgomery County
(Md.) Agricultural Fair, held at Rock
Vile last week, over 4 number Of Compel
itors. The company also had drill Oh
exhibition at the fair ut Lancaster (Pa.)
last week, and the President Of the ASso-
ton, Mr.. b. j. McGrann, was so much
pleased with the drill that he Immediately
purchased it for his own use. Mr.. Nc
Cram is 4 model farmer, and one of the
wealthy men Of that section, and his Sc
lection and purchase Of this drill over all
others is a high recommendation for it.
The company is busily engaged in manu-
featuring and shipping these drills to
various points, and there is good de-
mand for them. Farmers are invited to
visit the shops and observe for themselves
the process of manufacture of these drills.
None but the best material is used.
Fishways III the POtoInnc.-The
prospect of soon getting shad and other
fish from the lower Potomac into the
upper is not very bright. 1t is stated that