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The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

Worthless and do.nothing Off.
cials are on The 90 everywhere in
the country, and particularly Is this
noticeable in an about Washington
City. These men get nosympathy
from President Cleveland, nor from
any Of the Departments.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

The re.appOintment Of Mr.. Hen.
ry G. Pearson, an Independent
Republican, to be Postmaster Of
New York City, meets with the
hearty endorsement and approval,
Of all right thinking Democrats
This Independent element in the
Republican party contributed
largely to the election Of Mr. Clsye.
land, and as a matter Of right and
justice they ought to be recognized
by the Democratic administration,
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

The whipping.post ought to be
re.established in this State for the
punishment Of brutal husbands,
who whip their wives and fail to
provide for their families. We
have some such bruLes in this Town
and quite a number in the State,
that no punishment, however SO.
we're, would be too great TO inaicl
upon them.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

The State archives willbs NOV.
ed from Wheeling on the Is! Of
May to Charleston, which there
after viii be the permanent seat Of
government Of West Virginia.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

The Administration is now en-,
gagged in the pleasant pass.time, Of
informing Republican office,hold,
ers, who are not disposed to vacate
their Offices, that their "resigna
tions would be accepted" at the
respective Departments. District
Attorney Flick, of this State, re.
cslved' such a notification the 9th,
day.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

There is one time honored priv.
lege Of a lawyer, still adhered to BY
our bar. When an attorneys eli.
ent gets beat-the attorney takes
him to one ids-collscts the fec
and "cusses" the court Then be
goes to the court and cussts his
client for lying to him. IKetstl
Democrat.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08
ThelIad.Rh lor Onee.

lue aluu mace Tor Dulcts
An Eastern exchange gefytruth-
fully saye0f the thousands Of
young dsmocrats, whonre nov in.
dulging hopes d Office a. the hands
Of the Administration, al least
ninetenlhs are doomed 70 disap
pointment, and fortunately, TOO, for
them, webelisye. For those who
are disappointed will, in general,
be better % in the end, better cit
liens Of the republic than those
who are successful. Noycung man
witha living business Is wise, u be
quits il for q clerkship, a consulate,
or any other Office that breaks up
bis business and bis home.
The government clerk in every
department, lives up 70 bis means
and generally a little beyond
What is worse he acquires habits
that unfit him for anything else
Then when his Office is gone be- Is
simply an object Of pity, 10 every
way worse of thar. when be took
II, for all his courage and manly
self.reliance have gone, too. His
whole term in Office Is 50 many
years Of a short life wasted.
Without hesitation, therefore, We
say that those who are disappoiat-
ed in the mad race for Office, arc
rather TO be congratulated. In the
end they will be better Of, better
fitted TO sustain their part 10 a
democratic republic, where every
man must fight his own battle Of
life and make his own way. The
fable Of the labors Of Hercules Ii
the type Of all human doing and
success.
Every young man should be made
to feel that his success and happi.
ness in life must necessarily De,
pend mainly on himself and the
exercise Of his own energies, rather
than upon the help and patronage
ofothers. The late Lord Melbourne
embodied a piece of excellent ad.
vice in a letter which he wrote to
Lord John Russell in reply to an
application for a pension for one Of
Moote's, the poets sons. "Mydear
john" he said, 81 return you
Moore's letter. 1 shall be ready to
do what you like about il when we
have the means. l think whalev.
er is done should be done for Moore
himself. This is more distinct, di.
rect, and ineligible. Making a
small provision for young men is
hardly justifable, and it Is Of all
things the most prejadicial to them.
selves. They think what they
have much larger than 1t really is;
and they make no exertions. The
young man should never hear any
language but this: "Yoa have your
own way to make, aud it depends
upon your own exertions whether
you starye or not"
Every young man whose breast is
solicited by the allurements Of Of.
fee, would DO well to take to heart
this piece Of useful advice Of Lord
MelbOurne's. Itsmacks Of English
pluck and we commend i! to Yam.
kee self.reliance.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

Sam McCormick's Grafton Eagle
had a column editorial last week
on "civil Service" We may ex-
pect at least two columns this week,
and II may not be very civil either.
Sam has scarcely become settled in
his new Office, but must already
give up the rich pap. Too badl-
HI
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

Already Secretary Lamar is be
ing spoken Of as the Democratic
candidate for President in 1883; but
we are rather inclined to the opin.
ion that ifMr. Cleveland concludes
his term as he has begun ii, the
people Of the country will be unau
imous in their demand for his nom.
iuatiOn for a second term, and no
matter what may be his opinions
upon a second term, as loyal Dem.
OCrat, he will have TO yield to the
call Of his :ountrymen.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

President Cleveland is making
his administration thus far, purely
a business one, and declares his in.
tention to run the government on
strictly business principles.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

The Baptist in the United States
have 1888 ministers and 2S,5s9
churches, with a total reported
membership Of about $50, lSS.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

Sheep growing in this State will,
if given half attention, bring in
good returns for the Investment.
There are comparatively few farm.
ers in the State that have given
this branch Of industry any atten
ton, but those who have engaged
10 the business have realized hand
somely from their outlay. The
climate ahd topography Of the
country are wonderfully adapted
to sheep husbandry, as diseases are
rarely known 10 trouble sheep Of
this section, and the abundance Of
timber convenient, makes the cost
Of shelter a mere nominal sum.
Hundreds Of hill farms devoted to
sheep business would pay the own.
ers handsomely were they 10 en-.
gage in it.-Stdte Standard.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

Mrs. E. W. Ryan, wife Of a form.
or pastor Of the State street NJ. E.
Church, died at her home IN De,
troit, Michigan, last Wednesday,
Ranauha Ga.etse.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

Even James 6. Blaine thinks
that CleSeland's ,1dministration
will be q saccess, His political
foresight appears 10 be improving.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

Even the most rabid Republican
papers have nothing but good
words for President Cleveland.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

We have . little war on our
hands In Central America. Sever.
al men Of war, together with a few
regiments Of troops have been dis.
patched to the scene Of trouble to
protect American citizens and
American interests. Foreign coun.
tries will learn that they cannot
insult this country with immunity
under q Democratic administration.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08
TiiOMPf0N ARREsTFD.

After Fowler died Thompson was
arrested and placed in jail. Appli.
Gallon was made to Judge Holt for
bail and good capse being shown
he granted bail in tie sum Of $40.
600, which was promptly given
and the prisoner liberated.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

iation was delayed i6r a few days
With d hope that q favorable turn
might occuf,bulthe favorable ymp-
toms never came; on the contrary
gangrene ser ID. The limb was
amphtated, but blood poison had
done lis work and death ensued.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

Aud now il is said that Governor
Wilson is trimming his sails for
the United States Senate to succeed
Hon. John E, Kenna, about four
years hence. His known two.
facedness and treachery to his
friends, will have a good deal to do
with cooking his goose" when be
poses for that position. The Hon.
John E. Kenna will be his own
successor, mark that, Governor.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08
THOMPSON AND FOWLER.

,-,y..,...,.,.,- 80.
w. -
A Full md impartial History
q llle A i Thai Resulted
IN. sI ~ s GILL;, - ~, . !. row
SIeeteil 81 POWER S M vi n Ne,
70 Have Been an Ifnseibie
and Dangerous Nan.
Special 70 Wheeling Register
HIsfos, West Va, April Our
Mountain Town has been unusual
Is excited for the past few week.
over The Fowler. Thompson difficult
ty Asib1lh men were well;known
over the State the tragic affair has
gained much nolorieLy and wide-
spread comment Therefore .
s , .. !, !. 9, lsne.swo gentlemen ana 4
ae,Ailee nlssofy o. inc events which
isa Up 70 me J. ,a.ai termination q
sn s,, trouble wiil DC Of interest: :
ElperI f9 !. !. VINO was shot and
s y q oleo, was I, q n sd,!
a9., county, son J, Of " lnomas
r !, Y, wno |. g = . llnei estate 9.
Ine NOUN . q moan creek on SeE
Tiyet, 10 .nis county and where mere,
~ spent snegreat paFts q ms
NE.
M, O"lt "a.
than ordinary natural i aSiIi 4, Ia, and
possessed Of fertility a re 4
| that would undou6tedly nave fais
ledIhi6, 10 eminence il bisznr I'D
lion az alawyef had M BEEN Z III.
den. Hewas hasty and imam,
GUS as an advocate, and d salt larte.
Ily in inyectiye. which added Do Al
Feasibility If temper that amount.
ed 20 an iafirmity tnadeIhin, many I'M
enemies andinyolyed him 10 mum;
erous broils.
,,,,snv,
>. a.l.I aver sne war ps nau
I ~, s.s WIN q tenant named ~ Is
WeatneIiora, ana sh9 !, nm M fof
ms . ne was competed 70 taKe re-
iuge 10 Canada until 'ne analr
w y. COMPROMISED y sne payment
o. o. money AIssf ms return ron y.
ganaaa ne ana ms lasle!, =. Y
fowiel, engaged ~ Pu9 rg =
newspaper !, ~ Dfislol, . te5n; ~
%as m Y eal.lng sne Dfls!V y. news e',
Una. ne go. int9 tiouole WIN Col
Onel 1onn M GlaFKson.
TWO DuELS. i
About 1870 he removed to Union,
in Monroe and published the Dor.
der Waterman. Here a controyer.
sy sprung up between him and
Richard Burke, ofthe Monroe coun.
~ Register, which ended in. a
street eight with pistols.
About 1872 he quit the newspa
per business and began the prac.
lice oflaw at this place, and not
long afterwards the eight took place
between him and DR.. Thrasher in
which Fowler was shot in the arm.
Tuv AFFAIR WITH ruoypsos
N, !,
-, Ihedlsagreement between Speed
thompson and Fowler began some.
where about the year 1873, and
grew out oil a contest g, = tor the Legis.
tare between u VIM. Haynes andsyl.
yester Upton. Aeonyention Of the
Democratic D N party bad been held;
william Ii Haynes, Marion GSinn
ana Gilbert Fowler were the candi-
dates Tor the nomination. Haynes
was nominated, Fowler refused to
support him aud brought out syls
yester Upton as an Independent
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

The two men engaged in this
unfortunate affair were lawyers
and each bad VAIN friends, aud
the deplorable event is much re.
GREETED by all in any way connect.
ed with the parties Both were
native West yirginians and highly
connected. Speed Thompson hav.
ing been born in Kanawha county
at the mouth Of G al, now St. All,
bans. His father IS Major B. s.
Thompson, and his mother Is q
daughter Of Col. Andrew Lewis, Of
Mason county, and a grand daught.
et Of Col Charles Lewis who fell at
the battle If Point Pleasant, 10 1884.
When two years old he was az.
tackled withibfain fever, but recoy.
cred onlysto fnd hisrightleg para.
lyzed. Since that sickness he has
been Q cripple, and uses a cane and
cfutch to walk with. Heread law
| in the Office Of the late Governor
Mathews, Of whom be was agreat
admirer, and q warm personal
friend. Since the. trouble Thomp.
son has been at bis Office almost
daily, but never refers to the shoot,
ingin any way. Those who saw
him Immediately after the meet.
| ing, say he was remarkably cool
and self,possessed.
The difficulty has been 10 much
discussed aud commented upon,
that it will be a difficult matter To
fud a jury 70 try the case, when-il
comes on TO be heard.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08
THE FIGHT.

Fowler declared he was not arm.
ed, but both drew their pistols and
opened fire. Fowler shot once |, and
Thompson three times, lodging two
balls in his opponents left Log be.
low the knee, Those who know
say that Thompson is a good shot,
and the impression prevails that
he did not wish to kill his antago.
mist but only put him on cratches.
The two shots 10 the leg 90 close
together gives color 70 this theory.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08
TIIoMPsoN's CooLNRss.

After the shooting Thompson
continued his walk TO the barber
shop whittier be had started when
be left his Office. On his way 10
the barber he met Justice Dunn
and said 10 him: "If | am needed
you will find me at Woodson's
shop" In a short time a warrant
was Issued and the arrest made.
Accused waived an examination
and was admitted TO bail. The
wounded man was taken 10 his
room 81 the Central Hotel aud DR..
p. Peck called in 10 dress the
wounds. An examination satisi.
ed the doctor that the limb would
have 70 be amputated. To this
Fowler objected most strenuously,
and the surgeons skill was then
taxed TO save the leg from the
DEATH PROM BLOOD POISONING.
Dr. Gabe Mcdonald, Of Union,
aud d.. Isaiah Bee, Of Princeton,
two OF the best surgeons 10 the
State were subsequently called to
assist Dr.. Peck in trying 10 save
the leg. After ccsuliation appu.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1885-04-08

ehdren Cabs Bicycles Tcycl veocipede Wagons A. A
NE only place complete assortment can 81 found m ne %
na No VIII mol be unisn Ae Cal ana ga bto. yu
IVY" lNoy, ssh, sssl
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-09-25
A DANG EROUS MADMAN.
He Breaks From His Prison-Pen and FL
cRpes ON Race e-Hnr,e.

He breaks From His Prison-Pen and Es.
cHpes on IA Race Horse.
From Morning Edtion.l
WASHINGTON g. H., Sept. 23.-Ten mile.
north of Washington on the Prairie pike,
lives Harry Brock with his father. Young
Brock is powerful man, weighing perhaps
two hundred pounds. Several years ago he
got hurt and has since been more or less al
fected mentally. Yesterday he became un-
manageable and gave his old father 4
terrible whipping. Last night ex-Sheril
Cook, accompanied by a deputy. went to
Brock house and succeeded in gett1g Harry
into corn crib, and they locked him in
While the officers were absent from the crib.
the mad man kicked the boards off an be-
fore the men knew it, had hitched one Of his
fathers hne race horses TO a buggy aud started
out the pike with the horse on run. The
officers mounted their horses and followed
in hot pursuit, but notwithstanding Brooks
horse had buggy to pull the men
on horseback could not keep in gun.
shot Of the race horse and its MAD driver.
On, on, they flew, compelling every ybody hey
met TO turn out and let them pass until the
officers finally gave up the chase. Tonight,
Sherih Rankin, with II posse Of men, is scour-
ing the couutry Tor Brock and at this writing
1t ls not known what the result may be, as
he is considered very dangerous person and
his wonderful strength places him almest be-
yOnd human control.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-09-25

She Thinks, However, $4,000 Will Repair
tho Damage Done by Poor Portrait.

From Morning Edition.l
CHICAGO. Sept. 24.-Miss Number Nine"
who figured conspicuously in the beauty con-
test at the West Side Museum two years ago,
has entered suit against John F. G. CLARK and
John McGreer, cartoon draughtsmen, to re-
cover 10000. damages. Miss "Number
Nine" whose society name is NJ Arsbela
johnson, charge that the cravon artist, did
not do her features justice Miss Johus)n
AYERS that after winning the beauty prize a,
the museum she received several yery
fattering offers Of engagements TO star as a
professional beauty else w here, but the cartoon
designed by the defendant artists, represent
ing Arabt lila as wearing No. 8 shoes, uiltn-
ted seriously against her professional tri-
umPhs, AMI managers who had entered into
negotiations with her, as soon as they saw
the cartoon, incontinently set aside their con-
tracts. The plaintiff is the daughter OF Sen.
ator Benjamin Johnson, OF Bond county, ILL.,
nois. The case will be called tor trial before
Judge Smith, when it is said Arabella will
demonstrate to the court and Jury the size of
shoe she Ia in the habit Of wearing,
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-09-25
TGHT OST TaE ELY,

A Pennsylvania man committed suicide
rather than take some physc ordered by
doctor 1t is supposed he was in hurry and
couldn't wait.-Somervile Journal.
The yachting men now all declare tha, the
sloop yacht is better suited for rsciug pur-
poses than the schocner-rigged vessel. Well
long ago there WAS an injunction laid against
two masters.-PhIla. Bulle tin.
Said n magistrate to An actress: "Your
profession, mademoisele?" "Artiste" "
"Your age "Twenty-two.' Usher, you
Gao now swear the lady to tell the
truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the
truth. '-Ex.
There must be some newspaper men
among the Bllgarians. They have captured
the passes -PIttsburg Chroncle-Telegraph.
iaabeth Clevelands essays are to be
translated into German. We hope this will
not give Bismarck an excuse for anne king
the United States-Pittsburg Chronicle
Telegraph.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-09-25
THHY kNELr FOR A PARDON.
A Delegation of Praying Women seeking
to save n Murd, r-ss From Hanging.

From Morning EditOn.l
AUGUSTA, Me-, Sept 2I.-There was dra-
matte scene in the council chamber of the
state house this afternoon. Just after three
o'clock delegation Of women filed in before
the governor, headed by Mrs. Selden Conner,
of Augus,s. They came to ask executive
clemency for Mrs. Mary Barrows, the Kittery
murderess, who is in the state prison under
sentence OF death. Mrs. Lucy A. Snow, Of
South Windbam, presented a petition signed
by fourteen ladies' asking for conmutation of
the sentence to imprisonment for lite. Mrs.
Phebe Waiswortb, OF Augusta, followed with
an affecting appeal for mercy. Mrs. Conner
made an eloquent appeal.
Suddenly the delegation knet before the
astonished official and began TO offer prayer.
In moment all was hushed and nothing but
the deliberate ticking OF the old-iashioued
clock IN the corner of the chamber disturbed
the earnest, mellow voice of the SUI plea np
woman. She invoked the Divine bl, ssi n Q
upon the head of the executive aud his advis-
ers there assembled and prayed that they be
brought to see that mercy was greater in the
eyes OF heaven than the laws OF man.
There was quiet for some moments after
the "amen' WAS said; then the governor
gently informed the ladies that it would be
necessary for the council to take the matter
tor further consideration. 1t is understood
that good majority of the council ,avor the
commutation.
letter from Judge Virgin was read before
the council, iavoring mercy for Baney, Mr.
Barrow's accomplice, on account OF his cleal
and truthful testimony on the trial. 1t was
voted that Blaineys sentence be commutet
from death to Imprisonment for life.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-09-25

ana Juuke
Rker.
Previous to the time OF the holding of
the state convention there were many re-
pubicans who, while they were personally
and politically friendly to Judge Foraker,
feared that his denomination might revive
old elements of opposition that operated
to his disadvantage two years ago. The
grounds for these fears were frankly but
kindly stated, and they were as frankly
met by Judge Forakers partisans, who by
their wise and effective utterances and
prudent course promoted the chances Ct his
denomination. And, sfterward, at the
convention there was such traternal
spirit manifested by the friends of all
candidates, and the action was so spon-
taneous and hearty that it was the unanl-
nous conclusion that the best thing had
been done
1t is new in the last month of our an
nusl political fl !ht, the universal verdict
of republicans that Judge Foraker
has made good candidate and
prudent but vigorous campaign.
An important fact to be considered in con
uection with the discussion Of this matter
is that the ammunition that might have
been fired at him now was consumed be
fore he was nominated, consequently the
common enemy has proved to be at a loss
what to say against our standerd bearer
The old issues were found to be stale, flat
and unprotitable; so mouldy that they
would not ignite. Then the Judges work
on the stump has been so earnest and yet
fair and courteous, and Of such an able
and convincing character, and withal so
prudent aud judicious that, with his wise
and effective management, he has united
all the elements of his party and has been
making friends outside of its ranks until
it now seems that his victory in October
this year will correspond in dimensions
with those of his defeat two years ago.
1t is quite proper-pre emineutly so
that Springfield republicans should
| unite in what may be truly con-
sidered as an extraordinary demonstra-
ton in Judge Foraker's honor The first
demand for his denomination came from
this city, aud the first protests had their
origin here, also. He was selected here
as the standard-bearer Of the republicans
for this campaign, and now the grand idea
of unanimous and hearty expression by
Springfield republicans, of confidence, APP
proval aud congratuation. is to be grandy
applied and executed, in a raid upon the
judge, in Cincinnati, next Monday. 1t is
sure to be most significant affair, and to
reflect honor alike on Judge Foraker and
on the republicans of the Champion CITY
And let as say here, that Judge Foraker
is not alone an honest, able and capable
man, bat he is Christian gentleman also
quite the equal Of any Of his saintliest
| opponents-and good, big g-hearted fel-
low, and every honest mans friend and
the friend Of every good cause. We may
well give honor-in large measure-tothe
present captain and judge and the future
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-09-25
A Hickory splinter In HI. Eye Twenty one
Years,

BRDGEroRr, Sept. 23.-G~orge W. Love.
joy, veteran OF the war, has been deprived
of the use of his righ, eye for twenty-one
years. While firing salute at Seaside Park
premature discharge of the cannon shattered
his right arm and irjared the eye. Yesterday
+. NJ. Wilson, the ocuIist bere, who studied
with Dr.. Agnew, OF New York, performed
most shilliul operation on Loyejcy's eye. He
removed from the eye piece OF hickory ram.
rod which was blown into the eve twenty
one years ago. Tue piece is almost an inch
in length and over an eighth Of an inch in
dismeter. Mr.. Loyejoy is 10 conssq qnence re-
lieyed from pain, which he has suffered al
most constantly since the accident. He was
not aware of the existence OF the splinter un-
Ill il was removed