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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
Delcgates 10 the Democratic National
League.

The following are named as delegates from
the Cleveland aud Thurman uiu0of Charles
town. to the convention of the National
League of Democratic Clubs to be held at
Baltimore. Nd, July 4, lSSS. As but five
delegates are allowed the first five in the
order Of their names who can find it con-
yenieut 90 attend are hereby authorized to
represent the Club
w. II. Trayers. T. w. Browp W. w. B.
Gallaher. Geo. W. Haiues, dos Trapnell
r.. A. Alexander. J. f. Burns, Cieon Moore,
Tbos. Mason. S Lee Phillips, 5. C. Young,
Vim. Russell. Stuart Hirschman, Gustav
Brown. By order Of the Club,
J. v. SIMMONS,
Pres. q. Sc L. Dem CLUB
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
THE VIRGINIA. FREE pREss--rHH OLD FAMILY JOURNAL.
Personal.

Mrs. F. B. souders is visiting friends in
Maryland
Mr. Van Lear Perry is visiting friends in
Cumberland.
Miss Mary Sheerer is visiting relatives in
Rappahannock county, Va.
Mrs. Jno. E Hough of Roanoke, is Wis
iting the parental home here.
DIR. Harry T. Talbot, of Washington, is
visiting the parental home here.
Mr.. Abner c. Hopkins returned home
from Hampden-Siduey on Friday.
Mr.. Simon Hirschman has returned from
a visit to Morgantown, Chicago, etc.
Miss Rebec Kearsley returned Saturday
aud is the guest of Miss Mary Simmons.
Mr.. R. A. Alexander has returned from
Wheeling aud Pittsburg, whittier he went
on business.
Mrs. Samuel Taylor of Baltimore, is Wis
itiug her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Jacob B.
Brown, of this town.
Mrs. C. W. Taylor of Berryyille, spent
Saturday and Sunday here with her parents
Mr.. and Mrs. d. E. Rohr.
Miss A. v. Wilson, Lady Principal of
Harrell Institute, Indian Territory, Is at
Mt. Parvo" for the summer vacation.
Miss Lewis, Of Washington City, for some
weeks past guest Of the Misses Gibson,
daughters OF Col Jno Thos. Gibson, has
returned to her home.
Misses Edith Mobley, Maud Griffith, Car
rie Jones. Minnie Lockwood, Virgie Cum
ningham and Mamie and Eugene Berret,
pupils at Stephenson Seminary, returned to
their respective homes last week.
Mr. Robert Keerl, of Aberdeen, Dakota,
returned to his home here on Friday night
70 spend month OF two. He left Aberdeen
II 500miles away-on Tuesday night, spent
half a day in Minneapolis and six hours IN
/ Chicago. Fast travel
Mr. and Mrs. Greenaway have been visit
ing the uncle of Mrs c., Mr.. J. A. Hurst,
at aHazel6eld in this county. They pass
ed through Cha7lestovn on Tuesday morn
ing for Virginia the home Of Or. o. u.
Mix-atber of Mrs Greenaway.
Miss CorneHa Winder, the popular teach
er of the primary department. Of the Ste
phenson Female Seminary, left last Friday
for Hampton, Va. Miss W, owing to the
claims Of deceased sisters orphan chill
dren sor her care and attention. viii not re-
turn next session. much to the regret of the
| little girls whose affections she has won
whilst here. Their best wishes. and those
of their parents. will follow her TO her new
home.-Sprt
Col. w. ID. English native of this
place, but for many years past citizen Of
California and prominent there in Demo-
cratic circles, and for many years Chairman
of the state Democratic Executive Commit
tee. and delegate to the late st. Louis Con
yeuuon,-spent Saturday night and part
of sunday here. He is a member of the
committee TO notify President Cleveland Of
his nomination Col English is Harbor
Master of San Francisco position given
| him in recognition of Invaluable political
service as tie head O., the State Executive
Committee. A few of the companions OF
his youth had the pleasure of greeting HIM
dur.u. h.s blei -Jay aad were pleased to
see him looking so we'll
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
Most Every Farmer

Wants to know how to raise large crops
cheaply. NJ. ". S. Powell, manufacturer
of the celebrated Powell's Fertilizers, 16
Light Street, Baltimore, Nd, has just had
printed handsome new book, entitled,
'Points about Fertilizers which contains
explicit directions specially written by
leading agriculturists on the land best
adapted, its preparation, fertilization and
marketing of Wheat, Corn, Oats, Buck
wheat, Irish and Sweet Potatoes, Melons,
Grapes, Strawberries, Peanuts, Onions, To-
matoes, Tobacco and Cabbages, with minute
directions for each month in the year, for
the general work of the Farm, Orchard and
Garden. How Plants Feed How they
get Nitrogen. "How to treat the Boys, "
and many other things farmers are inter
ested in; tells all about how to make good
Fertilizers at Home, at about $1,000 PEI
ton, With Fogells Prepared Chemicals, and
the Powell's Red Bag Fertilizer, high
grade Ammoniated fertilizer only $500
per ton, with a Map showing where his pro-
ducts are used. If you mention this paper
and send two 2-cent a cents stamps to pay
postage, he will send you the Book free
Sent to Farmers only.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
For assessor
First Assessment District.

MIR. EDITOR You will please announce
VI r. A. ALEXANDER as candidate for
reelection to the A.sessorship. His efficiency
as an officer and his courtesy in the perform
ance of the duties of the position are proverb-
ial His candidacy is subject to nomination by
Primary Election or Convention as may be de-
termined by the Executive Committee.
lime 2S 1855 MANY VOTERS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
The Big Demonstration at Winchester
on The 4tb.

Elaborate preparations are being made
ior the celebration Of our National Holiday
by the Fircmcus Association Of Winches-
ter Va. Capt. Jno. J. Williams will be
the orator of the day A parade during
the day by the Firemen and visiting COM
panies from Harrisburg, Pa, Chambersburg,
Pa. Charlest0wn, w. Va. and the Win
chester Light Infantry, followed in the eve
ming by a torch light procession and display
Of fireworks win complete the programme.
No expense has been spared to make the
demonstration most enjoyable and complete
I'm all details
The Baltimore aai Ohio h. h. 90. has
arranged "a sell excursion tickets and run
special trains from Harrisonburg and Har-
per's Ferry. The trains will leave Halltowni
SOIa.m.. Cbarlestown, S12a. No.; Aldridge
S.2I am, summit Point, $50 a. No., and
returning leave Winchester at hoo P. m.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
AToman,s Discore.a.

Another wonderful discovery has been
made and that too by lady in this county.
Disease fastened its clutches upon her and
for seven years she withstood its seyerest
tests, out her vital organs were undermined
and death seemed imminent For three
months she coughed necessarily and could
not sleep. She bought of us a bottle of DR..
Kings New Discovery for Consumption and
was so much relieved on taking first dose
that she slept all night and with one bottle
has been miraculorlly cured. Her name is
Mrs. Auther Lutz." Thus write w. c.
Hamrick & Co., of Shelby, n. C-Get a
free trial bottle at C. Frank Jones Drug
Store
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

vs.. d. suit Druggist, Bippus, Ind, testi-
ie,. III can recommend Electric Bitters as
the very best remedy Every bottle sold
ba, given relief I'm every case. One man
.oos siN bottles, and was cured of Rheuma-
tiSm of DOB years standing. Abraham
Hare. druggist, Bellviile. Ohio atiirms :
"Tbe best selling medicine have ever hans
jlej in my 30 wears experience. is Electric
Hi..er.. Thousands Of others have added
their testimony. So that the verdict is uuan-
imous that Electric Bitters do cure all dis
eases of the Liver. Kidneys or Blood. On
Iva half dollar q bottle at c. Frank Jones
Drug store
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
For Prosecutimq Attorney.

MR.. EDITOR-Pleasea announce Mr.. FOR
NJ REST w. BROWN as a candidate for
Prosecuting Attorney for Jefferson County.
Having faithfully performed the duties of his
office during the past term, the people are as
sured of continued diligence in his work
lime u. 1855 VOTERS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
Is DeLicnon OF Rnror

And the efficacy of its action have rendered
the famous California liquid fruit remedy,
Syrup of Figs, immensely popular. 1t
cieanses and tones up the clogged and fe-
verish System, and dispels Headaches
Colds, and Feyers. Mr.. c. Frank Jones,
has been appointed agent for Charlestown
w Na
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
For Assessor

For L0rer or Hdrper's Ferry District.
I RESPECTFULLY announce myself a Can
| didate for AsseSsor-subiect to the decision
of Convention or Primary Election-and So
licit the sufIrages of the people-promising, if
elected a faithful discharge Of the duties of
the office.
]. W. GARDNER, in.
June 2S. 1885
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
DIED.

June 10th. 1855 near Charlestown, RUBY
BROWN. daughter of J. Z. and Katie Smith,
aged Is months and weeks
The dear delights We here enjoy,
And fondly call our own,
Are but short favors borrowed now,
To be repaid anon.
On Saturday, June 23d, at Highlandtown
baltimore, Of cholera infantum, r OBEhTS
RICHFORD. son of Rev. f. II. H ayenner-
aged months,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

For State Senate.

MIR. EDITOR Please announce Mr..
Vl CHARLES H. KNOTT as a candidate for
the State Senate from this district He is in
every way worthy of the position, and we be-
lieye would be governed by the desire of his
constituents. He will be earnestly supported
nv VOTERS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
For Prosecuting Attorney.

7 ANNOUNCE myself as a candidate for the
i Prosecuting Attorneyship and respectfully
request the support of the voters of Jefferson.
ANDREW +. KENNEDY.
Register and Spirit copy and send bills to
this nflice
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
May 81, 1883.
Fourth Of july Excursion.

The Baltimore and Ohio R. R. Co. will
sell excursion tickets to and from all stations
on its lines east of the Ohio River at reduc-
ed rate on account of the National Holiday.
Excursion tickets will be sold for all trains
July ID, Sd and 4th, valid forreturn passage
until July 9th, inclusive.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
Erecutlre Committee Meeting.

A meeting Of the Democratic Executive
Committee of Jefferson county will be held
at the Court house in CharlestOwn on Fri
day, Jp'y 9Th, 1888, at II a m. A full at
tendance is desired.
JOHN T. COLsToN, Chairman.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Mr.. Edward Hunt, formerly of this town,
but for many years past resident of Ma
rengo County, Alabama, died on the 18th
instant-aged about Go years. His wife,
who survives him, is sister Of Mrs. c.
Frank Qallaher of this town and Of Mr.. H.
d. Beall. of the Baltimore Sun staff.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
The following officers for Malta Lodge of

The following officers for Malta Lodge Of
Masons have been chosen for the current
year: B. D. Gibson, w. NJ; G. D. Moore,
S. W; Stuart Hirschman, J. W; Gustav
Brown, Treas; c. F. Gallaher, Sec'y; J.
W. Carney, S. D.; S. Lee Phillips. j, D.
VIM !. Hedges, Tyler.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Tho farmers are in the midst of the wheat
..-,s.. and ere the week ends many Of them
,vbs,. finished.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
.H,FRREED.

At the home Of the brides parents, in Mont
gomery county, Virginia June 18th, ISIS by
Rev Geo. Stewart, Of Dublin, Virginia, Rev.
EDWARD L. FULK, Of Shepherdstowni and
Miss LUCY +. RINER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

The Mar,usburg h3pepdat says Mr.
Stephen Hu.zlor, who lives in Back Greek
Valley. near GIengary, killed a rattlesnake
that measured six feet in length and nine
inches in circumference, which had eigh-
teen ratdes and ba.ton, which would make
the snake about twenty-one years Of age.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

THE undersigned has for Rent in good con-
i dition and partially new, One Brick
House. containing Nine Rooms and good
Kitchen. wood and coal cellars, large pantry,
cistern at back door and other convenience.
CommOdious hall.
Possession given April lst, 1883.
March !, 1883. FAYETTE b. SOUDERS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

The creamery Of Messrs Getzendanner *
Pm. .-.. q, Ecaraeysyille is turning OUT eN-
,r.r. lausr-none better, they.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
.NOtiCe.
Building Association Mo-
tice.

T'HE Dues to Jefferson Building Association,
i No. s, will be received on Tuesday, July
3rd. 1sSS-Wednesday, July attn, being legal
holiday JOHN PORTERFIELD
Inne p. 1855. Sec'y q Treasurer.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Tuesday night Of last week horse was
AIKEN from Mr. Gageby near Brown Nlns'
.-t s.tervarl, found near Ha.,,own.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Jones slayes ice at his soda fountain
F.. ISM, such q barbarous practice 10 these
las. when the fee crop is agooi one.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

,- Ir, Jobe has purchased a large
,r.c WOOL and continues to give in
...t the highest market price
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

v- Vim Kahn left for the East Monday
,.., bus additional summer goods.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

The Regent, Of the West Virginia Uni
., conferred the degree of ID. d. on
r.r IP HYDE. of Winchester
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

bav mare was stolen from field OF Mr.
~ r. ALLEY one night last week.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Tie thieves are getting in their work
-i-bt chickens were stolen from Mr.. Lunce
.o-i', poultry yarl Tuesday night week.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Councilman d. s Hughes is the Corpora
... Treasurer for the current term.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

V- ~aey smith swan, a daughter OF
Wu +. Turner of this county, sues
t ,rce-aileging uniaithtu'ness on
...a.- af her husband
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
!. or I'D al Hirschman,s.

nm. town is duh as is common to the
harvest season.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

understand neutrality-suspicious. Fire Conc
rey win participate I'm the 4th of July
celebration at Winchester Their superb
steamer viii be taken along.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

r HooF Building, opposite the Carter
,r.... F. being painted by Mr. VIM. HINES.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

A Concert will be given on Thursday eve
nine, July 10th, for the benefit of our mill
tary organization, the Jefferson Guards.
The program, we are Informed, will be an
excellent one, and as the ladies and gentle
men vho Will take part in its rendition en-
brace some of the best musical talent Of the
community, our people, in addition to the
opportunity of aiding a worthy cause, are
promised a good entertainment, alone well
deserving of their patropage.-Sairi.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

We are gratifed to be able to announce
that our venerable citizen, ThOs. A. Moore,
is better.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
Among interesting Town Oouacil items is

Among interesting Town Oouacil items is
the following
1t was resolved that the street Committee
be directed to inquire into the cost Of erect
ing two large cisterns-one in the third, and
the other in the first ward-to be used ex-
clusively for fire purposes.
How high they are to be is Tor future de-
velopment-when the bills come in. We
suggest that the cost be paid out of the
si,tiur fund
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
THE SHENANDOAH DRIVING PARK.
RO0rders Wanted.

THE Misses Ware having removed 10 the
Il dwelling on Mt. ParYo recently occupied
by Mr.. Jno. p. Brown and family will take
few boarders. The house is a very convenient
one-delightfully situated.
Miss Lizzie Ware will continue her Mantua-
Making.
Anil 5 1888
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Castor Oil 2Oc. pit. grain QuiDine Pills
Zoe. doz., Jamaica Ginger csc. pint at
9. FRANK JONES Drug Store.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

The highest honor IN the literary work
of Randolph-Macon College was conferred
upon Mr.. George Shipley, of West Virginia,
who received the Pace essay medal. Hs
also received the degree OF \. NJ The
Hon. Charles. T. O'Ferrall addressed the
Washington Society, taking for his subject
Labor, the Price of Success" Mr.. George
Shipley, who so distinguished himself, is .
son of Rev J. Lester Shipley, of the Balti-
more Conference NJ. Z. Church. South, and
second cousin of President Cleveland
We notice among the graduating class for
this year at Hannah More Academy of
Reistertown, Nd, the name of Miss
A. Lppitt daughter of DR.. w,
F. Lippitt, Of this place, who graduated at
the head of her class, and having completed
full collegiate course in Latin, French and
German, received the diploma of the insti-
tuton. Tins is the hrst time in many years
that any one has graduated at this institu-
ton in these languages in the same year
/ w. w. Democrat.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Low Prices. The direct saving of a cou-
pie of dollars-sometime iye-on a single
suit, is worth more than ton of cheap
talk. Our prices do our talking, and our
goods are living witnesses to the truth Of
what we say. We make no secret of the Sc
cret Of our success. The world is welcome
to tive sell good goods at low prices
that's all.
VIM. KAHN & Co., Sadler Building.
Boys beautiful suits. We're headquar-
tiers for boys and children's highest grade
suits, medium suits and popular suits. Our
stock is larger than the combined stock OF
any two stores in Charlestown, and our pri-
ces are away below all others, besides, we
will make the little ones happy by present.
ing them absolutely free with ball and
bat.
WIN. KAHN & Co., Sadler Building.
High qualities, large quantities and low
prices are the pillars upon which oar bust
ness stands. We've ever made it rule to
sell the best clothing at smallest possible
margin. More than ever this season we've
succeeded in coupling quantity with quality
and price. Respt.,
VIM. KAHN & Co., Sadler Building.
Presented absolutely free-a ball and bat
with every boy and child's suit.
WIN. KAHN Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

The members of the l.. b. Church will
hold Village Camp Meeting in Leavell's
woods, near Zoar School-HOuse, commence
ing August 4th and continuing throughout
the following week Eminent ministers are
expected to be present. Every one is cor
daily invited to attend. JAS L. S1BoL.
P. C. Vancleyesylle Circuit.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Mr.. w. L. Erwin has purchased the in
terest of L. J. Bracket in the Ha,Per's Fer
RI Sentinel and is now sole editor and pro-
prietor. Mr.. Bracket purposes to enter a
college in Maine. Mr. Erwin can make a
good paper and we hope he will have the
right kind of encouragement to enable him
TO do it.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Some one entered the room of Nessrs. ..
d Boyd and O. X. He.penstiue, al, the resi-
dencs of Mr.. Geo. w. Taylor on sunday
nigh, and extracted from their trunks SloV
and $50 respectively
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

A chimney on the dwelling house of Mr..
Crazy, in the Summit Point vicinity, was
struck by lightning on Thursday, and bag
of rags in the attic set on fire; and Chin
ney was knocked off house occupied by
Mr.. Jere Clipp on the Porter farm, same
storm. A locust tree in front of the stone
house of Mr. Tomlinson, was struck
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
To Publishers.

4 STEADY, competent Printer wants steady
"A work-3O years old, single sober and wH
T. W. WALTHALL.
June II. 1855. Grafton, W. Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
100000 Pounds of Wool

WANTED, for which the highest market price
will be paid in Cash. To be delivered at the
Adams Express Office, Charlestown, or at the
Jefferson Wooden Factory.
G. HORACE GALLAHER.
Agent for ynO. }. Jobe.
April II, 1888.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
W. BROTHERs. N,rservmen,

NAY BROTHERS, Nurserymen,
Rochester y. Y.
Are in want Of good Statesmen % sell their
choice varieties Of Nursery stock, either on
Salary or Commission. To the right men
steady employment the year round. Write
IN them for terms ~.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
Bank Notice.

THE Bank Of Charlestown will be closed on
i Wednesday, the 4th Of July.
GEO. A. PORTERFIELD,
June q ISIS. Cashier.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28
Bank Notice.

THE First National Bank Of Jefferson at
i Charlestown will be closed on the 9TH Of
Julv-a National Holiday. Business with the
Bank for that day should be attended 70 the
previous day. SAM J. HOWELL
June p, 1883. Cashler.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

The Fourth Annual Free Exhibition OF
agriculture, products, live stock and MAJ
clluey win be belda, Morgan Grove, near
>aepheri,.ovu. Jefferson county, w. Va,
oa September 9Th. 9th and S,h-Tbursday,
Friday and Saturday.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-06-28

Pyro,ecnics that COS, SS09-tle gift o..
Mr q. b R0uss, Che Broadway merchant
win llume and en,iyoa Winchester on
.le night of .bc 4,h. The promise is that
the 4.h win De a big day i0r Winchester