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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

a military company was organized IN TINS
town ON Saturday last, in conformity 20 the
State law. Thirty-fye young men enrolled
them .eIves. The Company viii be known
as .The Jefferson Guards 1t would be
difficult to find better material in any COM
muuity. The officers elected are:
Captain-Dr VIM Nell.
First Lieutenant. Ned Wyatt
second Lieutenant-T. Lee Shirley.
First Sergeaut-C. Z. Baylor.
second Sergeant T. Engle.
Third Sergeant -Thos. H. Mason.
Fourth scrgeant-Gcrard d. Moore.
First Corporal-S. Lee Phillips
Second Corpoal-Hi,e Watson.
Third Corporal-H Stuart Mcknight.
Fourth Corporal-J.N. Simmons.
Eusign-Jamcs GUntlam.
Ssrgeou-Dr. W. T. Lippilt, Jr
Secretary -B. ID. Gibson.
Treasurer Stuart Hirschman
Chaplain-Rcv. Dr. A. O.. Hopkins.
The Company held O business meeting
on Tuesday evening. Constitution and By
Laws read aud adopted, with one exception,
REGARDING dues of honorary members.
The Chair appointed II 5. Mcknight, 5.
Lee Phillips. S. Eamsburg ana @. I. Jones.
who. with the Captain, Secretary and
Treasurer.comp0se an Executive Committee.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
Excursion to Democratic state CORren-
ton al Norfolk.

For the benefit of all parties desiring to
attend the Democratic State Convention at
Norfolk. the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
viii sell excursion tickets from all points
ou its line between Harper's Ferry and
Lexington The tickets will be sold from
May 18th to l7th, and viii be valid for re-
turn passage until May 10Th inclusive. The
rate viii be $40 from Vaudeville; $4,25
from Summit Point; 500 from Charles
town; $3.50 from Halltown; 1915 from
Melville, aud correspoudingly low rates
viii be made from all other stations.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
THE SEASONS PRODUC lions.

In extending you cordial invitation to examine our
stock wish to inform you of the fact that purchased
stock this under unusual advantages Being wachul
of patrons interests and having ample cash made
deal by which enabled sell goods this season at fully
per cent below their market value Our stock the largest
and most varied that has been privilege to display
and contains all that neat and novel of the seasons prOduc
tons mems boys and chldrens clothing Requesting your
early inspection of our great stock,
Respectfully Yours,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
GERMAN BAPTISTANNUAL MEETING
1t NORTH Manchester, indiana.

The German Baptists will hold their Annual
Meeting at North Manchester Indiana, COM
mencing May Goth and closing May 9th. The
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad will place tickets
on sale at all stations between Lexington and
Harper's Ferry at one fare for the round-trip,
namely $1,000. The sale of these tickets will
commence May 18th and continue until May
23rd inclusive. All tickets to be good to re-
turn until June 4th inclusive. For full infor-
nation inquire of B. & o. Ticket Agent at
YOUR station, or G. Z. Dudrow, Travelling Pas
senger Agent Staunton, Va
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
WonderfnL Cures.

W. D. Hoyt & Co., Wholesale and Retail
Druggists of Rome, Ga, say We have
been selling DR.. Kings New Discovery,
Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Arnica Salye
for two years. Have never handled rene
dies that sell as we'll, or give such universal
satisfaction. There nave been some Won
derful cures effected by these medicines in
this city. Several cases Of pronounced
Consumption have been entirely cured by
use of a few bottles of DR.. Kings New Dis
coyerv. taken in connection with Electric
Bitters. We guarantee them always. Sold
by c. Frank Jones.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
April 1855
CHURCH NOTES.

The yearly meeting Of the Society Of
Friends (orthodox) will take place at Hope
well, Frederick county, Va, on Sunday,
May 20.
The General Assembly of the Presbyte-
rian Church in the United States will meet
in the Franklin Street Presbyterian Church,
Baltimore, on the 18th of May, 1888, at II
o'clock, a. N.
The following are appointments of Bishop
Peterkin:
Sunday. May 20, Zion Church Charlestown.
"P NJ. Mountain Mission.
"P p NJ. St. Philips.
Monday. 2l, Ripon.
Tuesday, -, Shepherdstown.
Wednesday %, Harper's Ferry.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
Died.

March 9th, at her home near NeeTsyille, Va,
Miss NANCY COCKRILL, aged about 81 years
and on the Goth of April, in the same room,
years. > months and IL days. Both single,
they kept house so years sharing with each
other the cares and pleasures of life. Rev. J.
R. Vanhorne preached the funeral sermons.
At Chadron, Nebraska, on May 1st,of Whoop-
ing Cough JOHN WILLIAM-aged months
and weeks-son of David S. and Regina
Coclrill, and grandson of Mr.. Jno. +. Hilbert
of this town
a little while they dwell with US, blessed
ministers of love-
Then spread the wings We had not seen, and
seek their home above
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
?HI SHENANDOAH DRIVING PARK

THE Shenandoah Driving Park announces 20
/ the public that it has secured the services
oT FIRST CLASS TRAINER from New York
and is prepared. on and after May lst, l555, 70
break Colts and train Horses for Trotting and
Running at its Track newly completed, near
Berryville, Va. Il is responsible for the prop
or care of and attention 70 stock entrusted 70
unavoidable accidents only excepted. Cor
respondence solicited and promptly attended to.
THE SHEN. DRIVING PARK,
AnriI 25. lsS8-3m. Berryville Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

Found AT LAsT.-A positive preventive
of Cholera in hogs and fowls, and cure, il
used in time. The Great Western Cholera
Cure is the remedy Used successfully for
years in the West. Introduced East, now,
for the first time.
Lone Jack Tobacco is known throughout
the world, and so is It's distinguished invent
OF and proprietor, John W. Carroll, Esq.
See what he says:
For some months past | have been using
the Great Western Cholera Cure to prevent
Cholera in my hogs and with the most sat-
isfactory results. While Others in the Vi
entity OF my plantation have been troubled
with this terrible scOurge, my hogs have
been entirely free from it, and ! believe a
liberal use of this valuable medicine viii
entirely prevent cholera.
Mr.. Elias O. Payne, of Adams Bros. y
Payne, says: 81 have very fine chickens
and think q good deal of them. Not long
ago, very much to my regret, the cholera
broke out among them. All were droopy,
Others very sick, and some died, and l
thought I would lose all Of them. / wa-s
advised to use the Great Western Cholera
Cure, and did so. The effect was almost
magical THey commenced improving at once.
No more died, and in two or three days
they were all we'll and thrifty, and not one
has been sick since. You are authorized TO
give it my most enthusiastic endorsement
and / recommend its use both as a proven
tive and cure of Chicken Cholera"
For sale by Aisquith & Co. in Charles
town. Price IS and % cents. Sent to any
address in the United States upon receipt OF
the price. FAULKNER & CRMGHILL,
Wholesale Druggists, Lynchburg, Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

Mas. ANNA S. HELM, widow of the late Mer-
edith Helm, and formerly Mrs DR.. Yates, nes
Miss Anna S Dougherty, died suddenly at the
residence Of Mr.. C. Horace Gallaher, in this
town on Tuesday morning, May Sth, at o.
clock, in the SOth year Of her age A large
number of friends will be grieyed to see the
announcement of the death of this venerable
and beloved lady. Her genial disposition,
warm heart and ready sympathy made her a
iayorite with all who knew her. She was re-
markably active for one of her years and mfr
mites, and deyout and sincere worshipper at
Zion p E. Church-neyer failing to be present
when her health would permit One of her
prominent traits was her devotion to music in
which. as i'm other accomplishments, she was
skilled IN earlier days. IL is consoling TO re-
fleet that the summons, though sudden, found
her not only ready but anxious to depart and
be with Christ, and that even now in the realm
ocimmortal youth, where the inhabitant ne
Yet says am sick, she joins with rapturous
delight the joyful music Of the heavenly choir
as they sing Glory to the Lamb that was slain.
Her funeral viii take place to-day Thurs
dayI-seryicos i'm Zion Episcopal Church at
halfpast ten o'clock.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
For NMyOr.

Mr. EDITOR Please announce for the Of
NJ flee Of Mayor Of Charlestown our esteem
ed townsman Mr.. GUSTAV BROWN He is
a public-spirited citizen, has served the town
in its Council for several terms, has been Chair
man of the Street Committee, and will make
an efficient Mayor. MANY VOTERS.
pri1 1888
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
THE P0PlILACE PLEASED.

old but reliable dealing
establish
Prices egtcal enough think the public will patron
will
We % such decisions these We believe in the proc We
realities buncomb and
did faery, but by unappOachabe
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

In gents furnishing goods and hats our
stock Is complete and contains all that will
be fashionable the coming season. We also
have large line Of boys shirt waists IN
flannel and percale.
WIN. KAHN & Co., Sadler Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
Zee! Ice!

THE undersigned is prepared to serve the
nubiic with ICE for the season Of 1858. in
anv quantity desired. Ice harvested above
town. and not affected By any impurities aris-
ing from water containing the town drainage.
Orders for delivery solicited. .,.-.,,
THOMAS FRAZIER.l
Arril - 1888
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
Refnn NIore Plea SAINT

To the taste, more acceptable to the stom-
ach, and more truly beneficial in its action,
the famous California liquid fruit remedy,
Syrup of Figs, is rapidly superseding all
others. Try it. One bottle will prove its
morris
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
For Councilman.

MR.. EDITOR: VIII You be kind enough to
VI announce Mr.. d. 5. HUGHES forre-elec-
ton to the Council to represent the First Ward.
He has made an excellent representative, care
ful of the interests of every citizen, giving an
intelligent consideration of all the duties de-
volving upon him-especially as chairman OF
the Finance Committee. We hope he viii be
reelected by vote that will be a credit to the
Ward MANY VOTERS.
Anril De ISIS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
For Councilman.

MR. EDITOR:-Mr. HENRY DUNN has
VI been one of our most efficient Council
men. Please announce him for reelection
from the 2d ward lie will receive the support
az MANY VOTERS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

The Rt. Rev. J. \. Gallaher, D. D., Bish-
op of the Diocese of Louisiana, will deliv-
err the baccalaureatc sermon at the Com
mencement Exercises Of Washington and
Lee University in June.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
EgO0rders TAINTED.

THE Misses Ware having removed 10 the
l. dwelling on Mt Paryo" recently occupied
by Mr. Jno. p. Brown and family, will take a
few boarders. The house Is a very convenient
one-delightfully situated.
Miss Lizzie Ware viii continue her Mantua-
Making.
ADril 14-9
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
For RCCOFdeF.

MIR EDITOR You will please announce
Vi rue as a candidate for Recorder.
April 10 1855. w. L. HEDGES
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
.N.gRRFED.

In this place at the residence of the brides
parents, on Thursday evening, May Bird, by
Rev. w. G. Eggleston, Mr.. PHILIP B. DOR
SEY and Miss MINNIE FIDINGER-daugh-
ter of Mr.. D. C. Fidinger-all of Charlestown.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
FOR COHnCiTIIs nis.

WE are authorized to announce Mr.. STU
w ART HIRSCHMAN for Councilman
from the 2nd Ward
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
VIM. KAHN g. CO.,
The Leading Clothiers, Sadler Building.

Our stock of boys and children's clothing
embraces all the latest novelties of the sea-
son and we are showing them in every i'm
aginable material Prices lower than ever.
WIN. KAHN & Co., Sadler Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

Nc-,-,. Wm Phillips and Sons sole
agents ior Jefferson county have just re-
ceiyed @ CARL al of Halls Patent Sheath
ing La,h--a.l to Dee the best thing YET de-
visei oru.c ia plastering houses A fine
lo, of Locus, Posts also fer sale by this
firm.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
LANDRETH'S SEEDS

WE have Just opened fresh stock Of Ian
w dreth's Seeds Now and during the en-
tire season we will be prepared 20 furnish cur
customers and the public everything they may
want in this line al the most reasonable prices.
Mar. Is. 50. AISQUITH & co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
For Satc or Exchange.

TOR Real Estate in West Virginia OF Vir-
j GINA, a nice tract Of 1,040 acres Of land in
the State Of Missouri. VIII sell or exchange
In tracts Of 100 acres or more and pay a differ
ence if necessary. Price s. per acre.
J. II. BRISTOR, Agent,
April 26 1S38-6t. Martinsburg, W. Va
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

,, rha Chapman, of Midjleway' d'ed
[ sah of April-in his goth year.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
House for Rent.

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 1st. 1883.
March l. 1888 TAYETTE b. sOUDERs.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
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 az the
Jefferson Wooden Factory.
G. HORACE GALLAHER.
Agent for Jno. J. Jobe.
I'll - 1cc5
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
y. ID. HIRsCHMAN q Co.

N0>@S4 trife with any Throat or
OSNs = Lung Disease. If you have
Cough or Cold, or the children arc
threatened with Croupor Whooping Cough,
use Acker's English Remedy and prevent
further trouble. It is a positive cure,
ard we guarantee it. Price 10 and Soc
c. FRANK JONES.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
Farms Wanted.

DARTIES having improved or unimproyed
/ FARMING LANDS for Sale IN Jefferson
County and other Counties Of the Valley Of
Virginia will do well 10 communicate with me,
as ! have inquiry for such lands if held at
reasonable prices.
BUSHROD C. WASHINGTON.
Lock Box 46, Chariestown, JEFF. Co., W. Va.
Feb. p 1SSS.-lyr.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
old familp 9ouraal.
lfayfO 1858

~--.s C5a,. begins term on Tuesday
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

Not only is our stock the largest we have
ever shown but our prices are lower than
we have ever named before.
WM. KAHN & Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
HONEST METHODS &LOV PRICES

These guarantee purchaser
abatement We
believe
for Yourself prices and you convinced that
every posted the
what comparison will LEAD;
cal at
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

Birthday Cards, Visiting Cards and 500
boxes of Writing Paper Ladies and Gents
Pocket Books at
c.. FRANK JONES Drug Store.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
5. d. HIRsCHMAN & Co.

Housekeepers we call your attention to
our immense stock of carpets, mattings,
rugs, oil cloths, and window shades, etc.
We ask pou to get prices elsewhere and then
pay US visit, which will convince you who
is the cheapest.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

Castor Oil 2Oc. pit grain Quinine Pills
Zoe. doz, Jamaica Ginger Coo. pint at
Q. FRANK Jones Drug Store.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
\. D. H|RSCHNlI 4 CO.'S
The Cold Winds
HAVE BLOWN OUR PRICES
S TILL 10 w E r.

We are trading for small profits and lots of
glory. We 10 not sell you an article you know
the price of for few cents less than the price
and make il up on the next thing We sell you
that you are not posted on. Our aim is
square legitimate business open faces, open
hearts, open deals. "Itneeds as Hamlet says,
mo ghost TO come and tell' this truth, and we
repeat that the above is true and people come
in and tel US so eYerF daY. The moro we sell
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10

What number of new faces visited our
boys and children's department Saturday,
and what a number will call on us recon-
mended by those that were here before.
People seem astonshed at our very low pri
ces, especially our pleated suits 90 cts, age
1 to y and a Ball, Bat and Cap, absolutely
free
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-05-10
Man 10, ISIS.

We have just purchased a largest stock of
Notions.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-12-21
DECEMBER 2l, 1888.

under the yield of seed leaf in Connecticut, but as large part of it was Sumatra and Cuban tobacco, the crop must have been a profitable one. Colored labor was cheap, SIS per month cash, or $10 with house rent and certain articles of food. An increased tobacco acreage will be planted next year, and also of corn and oats, which are largely consumed on the plantation, and can be raised far cheaper than they can be imported.
 An interesting question has been decided by French court. A demand was made by sugar and distilling company upon the Sugar Manufacturers mutual fire insurance company for 64,758 francs (about sig, 300 for pretended indemnity due them caused by fire in their works January 10, 1886, and in two eisterns contiguous to their genera tors. Experts appointed by order of the judge reported there had been no combustion arising from common or unusual causes of fire; but only from g continuity of high ten- perature resulting in the decomposition of Inolasses confined in the oisterns, which de- struction of molasses, as stated in their re- port, was caused by the nearness of the gen. orators, it not having been sufficiently alka- lined to preserve it from iniuring in the eis- terms subjected to SO high temperature into which 1t had been run. The Seine civil court, before which this action was brought, rejected the claim, ruling that the effects of excessive heat, whatever influence that might have upon the decomposition of the products, could not give indemnity for loss, so long as it is demonstrated that the destruction is not the result of combustion, or carbonization hv fire
Morning journal and courier., 1888-12-21
SURE.

In the soup-a hair,-Merchant Traveller.
 A short account makes long face.-Bur- Ington Free Press. The original "white cap"-Eye's night n1ght.-New York Journal
 When money is tight the poor man should keep sober.-Nsw Orleans Pieayune.
 Does not go to waist: The material now used ln making party characterization Ga- zette.
 To fall with the wreck of an ash cart is to come down with the ust.-Yonkers Ga- xetts.
 We pity the Waterbury Watch company, Ii 1t ever has to wind up it's business.-Bur- ington Free Press.
 A Connecticut bee-keeper refuses to en- dorse the Equality of mercy" because it ssis not strained. Time.
 One would think that "a broth of boyn would be likely to get in the soup.-Pitts- burg Chronicle-Telegraph.
 A new sevenday clock has been invented. It is what might be termed a ''week inyen- tlon. - Yonkers Statesman.
 You can't make the tired shop girl feel sad by saying to her mournfully that Christi mas comes but once 8 year.-Somerville Journal.
 Court the fresh air day and night" says medical change. That's good advice for the girls, but if you are young man you had better court the fresh heiress.-Dansville Breeze.
 The Power of Song-sT don't understand this at all. Ever since our Lima has been taking singing lessons the door-belI is always ringing, and people coming to ask if den tist lives here. ."-Fliegende Blatter.
 Perhaps you are not aware, Colonel Snarl1ngton, that I had half dozen offers before yours." He-"And perhaps you're not aware, Mrs. Snarlington, that proposed to dozen different women before I met you. ."-Texas Siftings
 Wife-"What are you reading, Johni'' Husband-s'A story about 8 fellow who is trying to get divorce" 'sDoes he get ftp II haven't got that far yet, but guess he does. The case is called Triumph of the Right. '"-Chicago Mail
 The one who celebrates-Mrs B.-"How is the contested will case coming on, Mr. Shimmerl" MT. Shimmer-'It's ali settled, and in my favor" Mrs. B.-"I congratulate you. l suppose you will be taking your fam fly to Europe now?" Mir. Shimmer-"No; but understand my lawyer sails next week. :" Life.
 At the assembly-'tIt is 8 shame that New York has not more tasteful hall in better place than - for concerts. Of course peo- Die can't and won't go so for, though it's acous- l, l don't see why it's acoustics couldn't be moved to some other hall. Are they too long to be put in those big furniture vansf'
 Bobby-"What did you say, pat" Pa 'Nevsr mind" Bobby-tI don't oftener than I have to, do I!'-Binghampton Re- publican.
 Blobson-"Don't you think that women are down on the hustle more than they used to be!" Dumpsey- you know, the sidewalks are getting slipperier. ."-Burlipg- ton Free Press.
 Angry woman Stepping in front of build- ing)-"John, this is where the Yelper is printed. That editor will never call 8 recep- tion at my house 8 shindig again, the villain Have yoa the cowhide all right, Come on; we'll go in." Husband (bursting with rage, but retaining his presence of mind)-"Maria, I'll stay out here to see that no one enters to interrupt you. Here's the cewhide; lay it on well-the eowardly scoundrel. ."-C Chicago Tribune