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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
Death Of Grafton VI. shirley

Mr.. Grafton ~ Shirley, son Of Mr.. Wal
Ter Shirley. deceased. after a continued i'll
ness of n DAYS. died 40 his mothers resi-
dence near Middleway, this county, on
Monday last Of typhoid fever, in the 26th
wear OF his age. His remains were inferred
from the Episcopal Church in Middlcway
on Tuesday evening last Services were
held and appropriate remarks made by
Rev. j. = Gibson. All the stores in Mid
dlcuav were closed during the funeral
The palibearers were his young cousins
and personal friends.
There has been no death in our commu-
nity that has ELECTED such expressions OF
genuine regret and sorrow as that OF our
departed friend. He was well known here,
having been for some time the head clerk
for Mr.. r. e.. Butler His genial nature,
answering honesty, and pleasant address,
created In the hearts of all who came in
contact with him a feeling of personal
Kindness. None knew him but to love
him. Though dead, he is not forgotten ;
though gone, he vet remains in the memo
~ of his many friends.-Democrqt
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
The SHENANDOAH NORMAL COLLEGE,

The SHENANDOAH NORMAL COLLEGE, at
Middletown, Va, is one of the best and
cheapest schools in the State. $4,000 in
advance will pay for Tuition, Board, Room
Rent, including Light and Fuel, for the
Fall Term of ten weeks, beginning August
3lst. Teachers can make arrangements to
attend and pay part of the expenses the
coming winter Sl250O in advance will
pay for Tuition, Board, Room Rent, inclu-
ding Light and Fuel for the school term of
forty-fvo weeks. For particulars, write to
the Principal, G. w. HoENsHEL.
July Is, 1SS6-4t.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

d. A. Bradford, wholesale paper dealer
of Chattanooga, Tenn, writes, that he was
seriously afflicted with a severe cold that
settled on his lungs had tried many reme-
die without benefit. Being induced TO try
DR.. Kings New Discovery for Consump-
ton. did so and was entirely cured by use
of few bottles. Since which time he has
used it in his family for all Coughs and
Colds with best results. This is the expe-
rience of thousands whose lives have been
saved by this Wonderful Discovery. Trial
Bottle, free at Geo. T. Lights Drug Store.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

The Sunday School Convention of the
Baltimore Conference NJ. E. Church, South,
was in session last week at Wesley Grove
Campmeeting grounds, near Baltimore.
On Friday fifteen hundred children were
in procession, and the exercises of that day
were specially interesting. The next annu-
al meeting will be in Winchester.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

The trial of the anarchists at Chicago
has begun. Counsel for the bomb hurting
miscreants, by dilatory motions and tactics
well known to the astute criminal lawyer,
interposed to a speedy trial, but it is hoped
Justice will be melted out in the end.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

have been Hay Fever sufferer for three
years; have often heard Ely's Cream Balm
spoken of in the highest terms; did not take
much stock in it because of the many quack
medicines. A friend persuaded me to try
the Balm, and | did so with wonderful sue
cess.-T. S. GEER, Syracuse, n. Y.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
w M. KAHN 81 CO.,

Our reductions in Cashmere, Cheviot and
Worsted Business and Dress Suits are in
ducing many shrewd buyers TO purchase.
The saving effected amounts from 30 to so
per cent and these bargains are worth COM
ing miles to see. 500 buys a suit reduced
from $40 90. In little boys and larger boys
clothing as well the reductions are heavy.
VIM KAHN & Co, Sader Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
The s V.RR. viii mn an EXCURSION to

The s. V. r. r. will run an excursion to
Pen-Mar and High Rock on Thursday, July
22d. 1886, at the following very low rates ::
From Berryville, Sl15; Gaylord, Sl.O5 +;
Wheauand, S1OO; Charlestown, 90 cts.
Shenandoah Junction, so cts. Shepherds
town 20 cts. Trains will leave Berryyille
at a. m, pass Charlestown at ~, and
Shepherdstown at f,53. Returning, leave
Pen-Mar at $50 o'clock, arriving at Berry
willie at s, pm.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
Bucklen,s Arnica SaIre.

The Best Salve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises. Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fe. er
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chiblains
Corns, and all Skin Eruptions, and posi-
lively cures Piles, or no payment required.
1t is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction,
or money refunded. Price, % cents per
box. For sale by Geo. T. Light.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Gov. Young, of Wisconsin, gives dole
full report of the crop prospects in Minneso-
ia and Dakota Wheat will be only half
yield, he says-and that short straw, spot
ted and thin with very short heads. Oats
are looking even worse, corn is only fair
and many fax fields are worthless.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

You must come to VIM. Kahn q Co Sad
Ter Building if you wish to be certain OF
buying just what you want We have light
weight goods, cool and comfortable gar =
ments of every imaginable material and
style. Prices here are always the lowest
VIM. KAHN & Co., The Leading Clothiers,
Sadler Binding.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

West Virginia had $5,125,SOO invested in
home enterprises during the first half of the
year against $6,S52,OOO thus utilized in the
same period of 50. Virginia's record stands
s., 500, 900 for this year and S2,0OS,OOO for
last year. Maryland's figures are s., lS9.-
600 for 'S6 and 81, 63S, 900 for 80.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

A time for all things. This is the time
for Bargains at Hagley's. Prices are so low
that small wages will not prevent buyers
from supplying their wants. Our trade is
rapidly increasing. Large stock and low
prices are doing the work. Call early OF
iate-you can be suited in Clothing, Shoes
Underwear, etc. HAGLE{.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
Eagle Avenue Gardens.

THE public is respectfully informed that
i am now prepared 70 furnish plants Of all
standard varieties for vegetable gardens. such a.
CABBAGE. TOMATO. PEPPER, EGG, LET
TUCE. SAGE. CAULIFLOWER. &C,
ALSO SWEET POTATO SITS,
at the Eagle Avenue Gardens. west Of Mt
Paryorl and az my Town Branch on Liberty
street. adjoining the residence Of Hon jas. " ",
Mason. a share Of the public patronage will
be thankfully received.
zs3- Fresh Vegetables in season.
Anil l. 1856. EJ. WILLIAMS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

A cut that is a cut. Commencing Satur-
day morning we shall inaugurate the great
est sale of genuine values in mems boys and
children's suits that has ever been witnessed
in Charlestown. Don't fail to call at
WV. KAHN & Co, Sadler Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

The veteran who contracted spinal menin-
gifts from playing the ACCORDION during the
war and failed in his application to the gov
eminent for support, is writing to the pa
pers that in his opinion Grover Cleveland
is small potatoes and few in heap
Warren .SentiHeI.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

The Secretary of State has issued Ger
tfcate of Incorporation of Jefferson County
Building Association No. s. Messrs. ;.
w. Washington. Geo. :. Eyster, ;. ;. Dali
carn. Jno. NJ. Coyle and II. H. Cooke are
incorpOratoTs.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

The Loudoun VA Telephone contains
the following touching announcement :;
Sadly we chronicle the death Of our young
friend, Will Brown, of Missouri, who was
so shocklngly gored by a bull recently.
Death in such manneris always shocking,
and to the young especially sad"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

EOR sALE.-STEAM ENGINES. CLAY
Il and ore pans, boilers and sheet-iron woTK
Secondhand engines and boilers on hand
Hosting engines and machinery a speciality.
THOMAS CARLIN, Allegany, Pa.
Jan. 7, 1851 yr.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
Attention Farmers.

The Shenandoah Milling Company have
a large warehouse in connection with their
store in the Sadler Building, where they
exchange their Roller Flour, and Bolted
Corn Meal for wheat and corn.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Great sacrifice sale of men and boys suits.
We must have the room, and we are going
20 have, if low prices will help Us to obtain
it. We are making extensive preparations
for fall trade. Our present stock must be
closed out regardless of cost. We want an
entire new and clean stock. We have re-
duced the price on every garment IN our
store. This is the greatest sale ever made
byus.
S. D. HIRsCHMAN & Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
J. D. HIRscHMAN & Co.

Always the recognized leaders of low pri-
ces in millinery. We are determined to
continue in the favor of our friends and Gus
TONERS by offering every hat in the house at
one-half former prices. Cut prices in flow
ers. tips, laoes, ornaments and all kinds Of
trimmings.
: n HTRsCHAIAN K Co
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

We have had some marvelOusly cheap
white dress goods, but they fade into shad-
ows by the side of our present offerings.
The greatest bargains ever offered in white
dress goods. Swiss embroideries, founcings,
are now offered by
: u. HIRsCHMAN & Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
Board Of Education, CharIeStolrH Dis
trict.

At an adjourned meeting of the Board of
Education of Charlestown District, held on
July 18th. 1886:
Orders were passed on Teachers Fund
amounting to-. 81 9ooOO
ON Building Fund amounting tO.........S2 27O9S
Leaving balance due Teachers Fund S556O5
Balance due Building Fund...............s2,57S 1888
The levy for school purposes for the year
lSS6-lSS7 was put at 5 cts. on 500 for
Teachers, and l Ct on 500 for building
fund. on a total valuation of property
amounting to S2,OS3, S7O.S1. On unani-
nous vote, the Board continued the salaries
at thirty dollars for No. l, and twenty-five
dollars for No. certificates. The follow
ing Trustees were appointed, viz; Thomas
Robey and Lee H. Dillow, Sr., for No. l ;
John W. Daley, No. ,; Amos Dunlap,
no. 3 David Wood, No 4 G., w. Lucas
and William Blacktord, No. ., and Jas.
Law Hoof, No. 6.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

A tremendous upset in boys and chill
drens clothing. We've had a big trade IN
this line, therefore have great many bro
ken lots, which we are offering at sacrifice
prices. Two styles of boys suits ages Il to
II at $1.00 a suit.
Sd. HIRsCHMAN q Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Salt Shad az WALLS.
Salt Herring at WALLS.
Mackerel at WALLS.
Fine fresh Shad every day at WALLS.
For your harvest fish buy from a man that
has experience in handling fish and you will
have good fish. CT. WALL.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
Notice,

A / an greatly annoyed by persons shoot
"A ing and otherwise trespassing upon my
farms hereby give notice that all depredator
or trespassers. in the future, will be prosecuted
10 the fullest extent Of the law.
HENRY B. DAVENPORT.
Nav Is, 1Ss6-tf.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Mr. e.. F. Cross, of this county, until re-
Gently employed on the force of the Ser
geant-at-Arms of the United States Senate
and one of the most efficient employees OF
tha, body, and who was crowded OIL me
payroll, by two or three Republican Sena-
tor. has been appointed to a special agen-
cy fog the Treasury Department, aud Is at
present on duty at Cincinnati.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Miss Mamie Richardson, daughter OF
DIR. c. T. Richardson, is visiting friends in
Charleston.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
For Sale.

A HOUSE AND LOT Oh the southern end
n Of Samuel street, at present occupied by
George b. Laboyteau. For terms address
JAMES y ENGLE.
April %, 1856. Harper's Ferry, W. Va,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

We observe by the Stanton Saee.q'9r OF
last week that Mrs Amelia B. Hamaker,
the very accomplished daughter Of Mr.
Brownold, has been engaged TO take charge
of the Music Department of the Sherwood
Seminary in that city.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
GREAT CLEARING SALE.
The Greatest that was ever Flashed on the
Charlestown and Jefferson County people.

This undoubtedly greatest Saturday aud
the the Great Stock of Spring and Summer Clothing Is
in the osessono OF contened buyers
We will nauguate one of the greatest clearing sales ever seen IN the clothing trade
all goods be sold regardless Of cost
Iookho shall Mems
wooI color cheap g, only
Busnes usually sold a s..
finished Sl4
elsewher there's n charge for looking.
how will slaughter the boys and chldrens suits
ssutsw sell actually from $3.50 to 81
sandch idren's clothing will boom during this sale
o cheap be sold for
convincing proofs, then
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Mr.. Michael Souders viii please accept
our thanks for lot of potatoes. They
were beauties.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Mr.. James W. Butt has contracted to roof
with tin the house of Mr. VIM. Rouss, near
Shannondale
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Governor Wilson has appointed Fl. b.
Davenport ESQ of this county, as Dele
gate at large for the State of IVES, Virginia
to the Farmers National Congress, to meet
at st. Paul. Minnesota, August 18th. Ex-
cellent appointment
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Morris Dunlap is the agent and telegraph
operator at Ripon station, ;. Y. r. r.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Mr.. p. V. Daniel, of Fredericksburg, Is
visiting friends in Charlestown and 'hey
are pleased 20 see him.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

is proposed 90 hold a grand temperance
camp-mee,ing at Shenandoah Junction,
beginning August "a and lasting for one
week. Extensive arrangements are being
made 90 have a turnout of all the orders in
this region of country. It is the desire OF
It's promoters to make it the largest, most
pleasant and most profitable affair of the
Kind ever held in this section.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
Oak Lunn b er,
MISS AMELIA HICKS

HAS taken the store room on Main street, in
IL building occupied By the Misses Ware,
where she will do DRESS MAKING and FAM
lily SEWING in good style and at reasonable
charges. She will be pleased To have the pat
rOnage Of the ladies Of the town and vicinity,
and will strive 10 render satisfaction.
She has also a stool. Of Dress Trimmings and
Notions 70 which she invites the attention Of
the ladies.
June DO 1896.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

NIessrs. Cooke * Washington have the
Agency for the sale Of Buffalo Pitts Thresh-
ers. Engines and Repairs
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Misses Anna Wyatt and Sallie Blew, Of
the Carter House, returned from an extend.
ed visit to Norfolk last week.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Every family ought to have good bread
and in order to have good bread you must
haveg good -four. Buy the Shenandoah Mill
ing Company's Primrose" and "Superla-
tive" Roller Flour.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Jefferson Chapter, No 8, r. A. NJ. Will
NEE, on Monday evening, July 18th. lm-
portant business win be transacted.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

lI.. Kate Riddle. daughter of Mr. H..
r. Riddle. and Miss May Kennedy, daugh-
,er Of Mrs. Julia Kennedy, Of this town, on
Saturday last took steamer in New YORK
fr Europe. Theseyoung ladies accompany
1i.s Harriet Lane Johnston Of Baltimore.
Nr, Johnston. 10 viii be remembered as
niece of President Buchanan was, during
bis term as Chief Executive, "irst lady OF
Che land" We understand Miss Riddle
w.H return ia September but that Miss
Kennedy viii remain with Mrs. Johnston
IN Europe for more than year.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Don't forget to read VIM. Kahn x Cos
new advertisement.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Engineer Colyin, in charge of locomo-
tive on the Valley Division Of the Is. * O.'
twice during the past week passed Charles
Gown and produced, by skiilful manipula-
ton of the locomotive whistle, Gin the
Sweet BY aud BY" L, was heard and rec
oyazsd by many-even miles distant
though we must confess he seemed to have
some difficulty I'm measuring the time ana
turning the corners To- suit the Pract'Sed
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Mr.. Ed. W. Updegraf and wife, took
their departure on the noon train to-day for
New York city, from whence they will on
Saturday, 10th, sail On the La Champagne,
of the French line of steamers for Havre,
I'm France. During their stay in Europe
they will visit the cities and chief manutac-
turing towns in England France and Ger
many, with a view Of importing goods di-
rect for retailing jobbiug and manufacture
ing departments of the Messrs. Updegrarts.
This being Ed. Updegraf's second visit to
Europe. we have no doubt the firm and their
customers will profit by the enterprise
Hrqer.t9i-n Globe 0fi1d lrcek
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
July 20 1856.

A telephone viii be placed in the Court
House.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Mr.. John j. Dawes of Missouri, a former
citizen of this county, made an agreeable
call upon us ON Friday. He says The
FREE Press is q welcome visitor to his
Western home.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

The ladies of " Sarah " Chapel Sunday
School at Summit Point will have a Yard
Party on the 22nd and, also, on the 23rd in
slant, for the benefit of the school, and it is
hoped the public will literally patronize it.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Mr.. II. b. Davenport, Jr., has accepted
the position of civil engineer in Flat Top
coal region i'm South West Virginia and
has entered upon the duties thereof He
recently graduated at a POLYTECHNIC Institute
i'm Troy. New York with distinguishing
h0nors.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

We return thanks to Mr.. II. w Critten-
den for a bag of apples. Mr. Crittenden is
20 be congratulated on the quality Of fruit
the product Of his fine orchard.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

The dwelling in course of erection Tor
Mrs. Annie II. Campbell win be tin-rooicd
and spoutcj by Mcssrs. Earushaw & Doo.ey.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

A light colored Canary Bird belonging
to Mr. Gustav Brown escaped from its cage
on Sunday last Mr.. Brown will give d
liberal reward for its capture aud return.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

The Independent Fire Company paraded
with torches, accompanied by the Citizens
Fire Company, on Wednesday night of last
week I'm honor of it's 2nd anniversary.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Mr. Daniel Amman, Cashier of the 2nd
National Bank of Cumberland, Maryland,
agent for the negotiation of Jefferson
County bonds. was in town few days ago
and turned over TO the County Commits
sioners. i'm special session, $4,000 of the 6
per cents. and the court issued to him
So. 600 of 5 per cents.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

We return thanks 20 Mr.. r. w Welsh Of
Lexington, Kentucky for a copy OF Tte
Knh,rtg Stock Fum-the most horsey pa
per we've seen for many a day.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

E. S. Peck, a division chief, and two
clerks in the Currency Comptroller's Office
have been discharged for giving out ex.
animation papers to candidates for promo
ton.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Mr.. samuel Walton and wife have gone
10 Orkney Springs. Mr.. w. recently re-
turned from a business trip iu the Indian
Territory
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Dr. G.. T Richardson attended the meet
ing of the State Board of Health 40 the
State capital last week. Tie Vas reelected
President of the Board
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
.U.T.gTT.f-.N.fKEEC
AND FAMILY SEWING.

MRS. BETTE sLAGLE and Mrs. ELIZA
vi RENNER will do all kinds Of Dress Max
ing and Family Sewing promptly and at prices
70 suit the hard times. Residence corner Of
West and North street.
July 6, 1856.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Miss Helen stump. daughter Of Mr.. w.
c. Stump of Winchester and graud-daugh-
ter Of the late Capt Jno w. Rowan is vis-
itinc Mr.. r. l.. Boilers family
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

W. C.. T. Z. Conference at Mountain
Lake Park-near Deer Park-July 1881
The b. * d. on any day from July Goth to
30th. viii issue tickets TO Mountain Lake
Park good % return up to and including
August 5th. at the rate of one fare for the
round trip. 1t Is an opportunity IN addi-
ton 20 the pleasures attending the confer
ence. for persons at a moderate car fare to
see the beautiful spot where the President
and bride spent their honeymoon.
Spring Flowers" Juvenile Missionary
Society. purpose having Yard Party at
MT Paryo on Friday evening next be-
ginning at go if the weather be favorable
They recognize the fact that
Little drops of water
litlle grains OF sand
Make the mighty ocean
And the beauteous land.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

Major A. H. Johnson, who has been for
five years past in the service Of the Bald-
more aud Ohio Railroad as master Of road
between Harper's Ferry and Terra Alta,
and also a part of the Valley Branch, has
been appointed superintendent of the Val
ley Branch from Harper's Ferry TO Lexing-
ton. He viii remove from Cumberland,
Nd, where his headquarters have been, to
Winchester. The position he takes is one
Just created. Maj Johnson Is an expert
enced engineer He is a namesake and rel
alive of Hon. Andrew Hunter of this place.
He was a Confederate officer and one who
did valuable service.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22

A. NJ. Doyle, of Columbus, Ga, says:
From my own experience, know Sellers
Liver Pills to be the best in USE" They
cure malaria, etc.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-07-22
G. LIGHT, Sec'y.

The other counties of this State should
pattern after Jefferson county. There they
have ten months school in two districts and
nine MONTHS school in the others. This
argues much for the brain of the voters OF
Jefferson, who. by encouraging the schools
propose to keep the gray matter of their
posterity i'm just as fine condition as their
own The teachers, too, of Jefferson coun-
ty are engaged in a commendable enterprise,
namely; that of publishing catalogues OF
their schools, thus keeping up the spirit OF
their profession. We say bravo Jefferson
and teacher, of Jefferson and We commend
your work.-Wca Virginia School Journal