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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Probably uo one thing ha, caused such a.
general revival at Geo. T. Light, Drug
Store rs their giving away Co their custom
.r- 9f SD many free trial bottles of DIR.
KINGS New Discovery .oy Consumption.
Their trade is simply enormous IN this very
valuable article from che fact that 10 always
rarss and neyerdisappoiu.s Coughs, Colds,
Asthma Bronchitis Group. and all throat
and ung diseases quickly cured Y ou can
t.-t it before buving ay getting irial bot
Gle free. large size 81. Every bottle war
rau,eI
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

IN the Circuit Court of Jefferson County
i West Virginia.
r. S. LOCKE, Ct dls
VS..
THOS. NJ SHAULL ct als.,
THOS. b. BEALL,
VS..
G. NJ. DEL. SMITH, Trustee, Il ais.
Extract from Decree of December 1857
1.-The Court doth adjudge order and decree
that these causes be re-committed to Commits
sioner Cleon Moore, who is instructed to exc
ute the former order of reference and report
% the next term.
Extract from decree above referred to
Extract from decree of the 18th of Dec. 1886 :
at is adjudged, ordered and decreed that
this cause be referred TO CleOn Moore, Com
missioner in chancery, who is instructed 70
ascertain the value and annual value OF the
real estate of Thomas NJ. Shaull, in the bill
mentioned, and of what it consists. To conyenee
the lien creditors Of said Thomas NJ. Shaull ana
ascertain the liens binding said real estate and
audit the same with their amounts and prior
tiles, and to ascertain the present money value
of the contingent dover of the wife OF Thos.
NJ. Shaull, and to make report of his proceed
ings to the next regular term of this Court.
A Copy-Teste:
I. w. LATIMER, Clerk.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Iouarc feeling depressed, Your appetite
poor. Won are bothered with Headache, You
are dJgcty. nervous, and generally out OF
sorts. and want TO brace up. Brace up, but
not with stimu.antS, spring medicines, or
bitters. which have for their basis very
cheap. bad whisky, and which stimulate
YOU too am hour, and then leave you IN
worse condition than before. What you
want IS an Alternative that Wall purify your
blood. start healthy action on Liver and
Kidneys. restore your vitality, and give re-
tcwed health and strength. Such medl-
cine you viii find In Electric Bitters, and
only so cents bottle at Geo. I. Lights
Drug store.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Many of the readers Of THE FREE Press
will be gratifed 10y the recent appointment
of Col. ]. Fairfax Mclaughlin as Clerk of
the Surrogate's Court of the City Of New
York. at @ salary Of $1,000 per annum.
Hon Rastus s. Ransom, the new Surrogate,
is a distinguished lawyer and Tammany
democrat, Just elected for six years. He
was law partner Of the late President Ar
thur. As his first act as Surrogate he aP-
pointed Col Mclaughlin to the responsible
position of CLERK of the Court There are
some fifty other clerks and officers in that
departmen- We take the following from
the r. j. Union Of January 9TH:
AN EXCELLENT CHoICE.-In selecting
Nr. Fairfax Mclaughlin clerk OF his court
Surrogate Ransom has shown that he knows
his business aud the exercising OF sound
policy us we'll Leaving out OF the question
heflct chat foranumber of years McLaugh-
Iin SID successfully and creditably headed
the inside management of the registers OF
flee. better choice could not have been
made ss to ability and efficiency, for the
gentleman alluded TO is as aole lawyer as
be makes bureau chief, while as man OF
letters he has few equals Even as a party
man Mclaughlin is credit as an organ
irsr aud Jealous worker. In the 24th gen
eral committee muddlc i'm 1857 he showed
plucky sense of duty 90 his party organiz,l-
lion and {, is due to him to add that he
worked and voted ike a man for the latter :
choice. eff "to the victors belong the
spoil" chat maxim /, highly proper IN this
ease. for the compliment just bestowed Is
both me-i,ed and deserved. j. Fairfax
,rr ....fr:. e. OIL, ..r,,l;t IN any uoSitiOu
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
NOTICE TO LIEN-HoLDERs.

To all persons holding liens by Judgment or
otherwise on the real estate or any part
thereof of Thos NJ. Shaull
In pursuance of decree of the Circuit Court
of Jefferson County, made in a cause therein
pending to subject the real estate of the said
Thos. NJ. Shsull to the satisfaction of the liens
thereon, you are hereby required to present
all claims held by you and each of you against
the said Thomas VI. Shaull, which are liens on
his real estate or any part of it, for adiudica-
ton to me at my office in the town of Charles
town, West Va, on or before the 3lSt day of
January, 1883. Given under my hand this Dist
day of December, 1887.
CLEON MOORE Com'r.
Dec %. 1ss7-5t Free Press fee, SASS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

.U.FRREED.

Near Harpers Ferry, January l, lSSS, by
Elder A. S. Poisal, Mr. JAMES FOREMAN
and Miss MOLLIE PIPER, all OF Jefferson
county.
AT the Watson House in Charlestown, on
the 14th ultimo, by Rev. J w Tongue, MI
d. +. SHOOK to Miss L. {. IODD-ooth o.
Frederick City, Nd.
On December 9th, 1887, III Monroe street
EDGAR r. SPONSELLER and Miss CLARA
V. BURTON, both of Harper's Ferry.
At the home of the brides parents near
Harners Ferry. December ., 1857, by Elder
A S. Poisal, Mr.. JAMES 5. STAUB and Miss
SARAH L. COGEL all of Jefferson county.
On Wednesday evening, December 2oth' al
the Sacred Heart Catholic Churc h IN Winches
ter. by Rev. J. b. O'Riely, Mr.: JOHN %. BA,
CHER and Miss ETA NJ. FORD, daughter o.
Mr.. John T. Ford, of Frederick county
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
Erecwtri1' Notice.

ALL persons indebted to the Estate Of John
n W. Grantham are requested to come Tor
ward and pay the same Persons having claims
against said Estate will present them properly
authenticated for settlement WITHIN thirty DAY =
PHEBE a. NJ. GRANIHAM,
Dec Is. 1SS7.-4t. ExecutriX.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Another good citizen has paid the last
debt 90 nature. and gone to that home nom
which 200 traveller returns. Mr.. II. y.
Tabb. wen aud ayorably known to large
number of people in this and adjoining
counties. died suddenly on Saturday about
noon. from paralysis in his Goth year. lie
leaves q widow and six children TO mourn
his loss. who have. however, the conSola-
ton of knowing that their temporal loss Is
bi, eternal gain. For some years he had
been a member Of the Presbyterian Church,
and honestly eudeavored TO live up to the
mark of his protession.--N T'"sbwg Suites
man. Jan. 5ft
Mrs. John Hall. of this county. isa daugh
ter of the deceased.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Xmas for q big lol OF
Ill things 10 please tie old folks, the middle
aged the childre, and last bat not least the
babies will be M WALL x DORSEY >.
SPECTALTIES To- Cigar, for the Chri.ima-
- HOLIDAYS will be: Lucky star, silver
Shield ri. Telephone. Extra Dry. FiH Hugh
Lee Solid Comfort and Prize Beauty.
Result WALL & DORSEY.
- WEET CIDER for Mincc Meat at
- WALL & DORSEY's.
Dec. l. ls-7.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

urCR. Harie,,y bought lot Of cattle
.v.r.v.our bead-of Mr. L. r. Hoye't
..baysmeei 1900 They were delivered
.r Tuesday
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

The poets do not get many pages in Har-
pc's Magazine for January, but the space
devoted to them is we'll filled. The sweet
singing of 'Pere Dagobert" seems to run
throughthe verses by NJ. E. NJ. Davis, which
tellhis story Through Nora Perry's From
Day to Day runs q strain less rollicking,
but sweet and low.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

The Best Salye in the world for Cuts,
Bruises. Sores, Ulcers, Sslt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains
Corns, and all Skin Eruptions, and positive
Is cures Piles, or no pay required. 1t is
guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction, or
money refunded. Price % cents per box.
For sale bv Geo. 7. Light.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Mis-, Lille Cockrel held the ticket at
SIR Gustav Browns which entitled her 20
-. L-nI.nmo dressing case.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
MOST FASHIONABLE MANNER.

came among You unknown, but lave como
to stay, and trust that in the few monthsoi my
soiourn here / have established favorable
reputation for frsi-class work and fair dealing.
Giving as my best references the many Gus
toners whom have already served, J respect
fully solicit q continued and increased patron
age. SAMUEL ). LAN''
Sept l. 1857.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
Mid,rinter Excursion to Washington
City.

The Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road Com
pany announces a Popular Excursion to
Washington for Thursday, January 18th.
The round-trip fare will be $500 from
Charlestown. Tickets will be valid for ten
DAYS including day of sale. They will be
good going on trains leaving Charlestown
at 6.45 a. m. and 216 p. m. No better time
could be chosen for visit to the Capital.
Congress will be in session and the Gale
ries of both Houses, as well as all other
public buildings, will be open to visitors.
The long limit on the excursion tickets
allows ample time for visiting Alexandria,
Mt. Vernon, Richmond, Old Point Comfort
and other points of interest within easy
reach of Washington. For tickets and Par
Tor or Sleeping Car accommodations call
upon or address, Agents B. & o. r. r.
We are requested by the Y. NJ. c. a. of
Shepherdstown to announce that Rev. Sam.
Small will not deliver lecture in that town
on the 10Th as announced. In consequence
of the sickness Of Rev. Sam. Jones he was
called west to fill his engagements. He
will lecture in Shepherdstown in the near
future.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
For Sale.

THE valuable Building lot adjoining the
residence Of DR.. VIM Neill in Chariesiown.
w. Va. fronting 100 feet on Liberty street.
and running back that width from sad street
10 the lots Of Dr. VIM. NELL and MIS-. Ed
GEORGE BAYLOR,
CLEON MOORE.
Sept. Is. lss7-tE
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
F.NisG0ke.

THE report that / propose leaving CHARLES
i town IS umfounded. I expect 10 remain
here and will pursue my vocation OF Watch
and Clock Repaircr az my rooms opposite arter
House. Lee Hall Building. nF-stsirs and so
ucit the continued patronage Of the people.
Sept Is. ISL. j. BkOMNVb
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that will execute the
foregoing decree at my office in Charlestown,
West Va. on january 3lst, 1888
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

new Building Association began oper-
....-. I'm Shcphcrjstown January ..
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

M. Bertha Ruhl is now the organist at
.,. Episcopal Church.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Jackets worth 81 reduced 10 $3.50.
80 500.
Ladies Furnishing Goods.
Ladies Misses. and Children's Underwear and
Hosiery reduced % per cent
The above represents only few Of the many
articles we offer in this sale. 1t will pay you
TO visit our store ifin need ofany Winter Goods
UPDEGRAFFS
Hagerstown, Nd.
Jan .. 1855
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
Our Annual
CLEARING SALE
OF FALL AND WINTER GOODS
COMMENCES
Wednesday, January 4, 1855.

Rather than carry over and pack away we
offer our entire stock of Fail and Winter Goods
nj less than cost. Come early and get the Bar
gains. Note few prices:
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
Desirable Residence
AT PRIVATE SALE.

DESIRABLE RESIDENCE in Charles
Y town. delightfully."- located and command
ing a superb view, for sale priyatcl y. 1t con-
tains five rooms and kitchen; also convent
entity adjacent thereto a Smoke House, Ice
House. Stable &c The lot embraces two and
a quarter acres Of ground-a beautiful lawn.
snlendid garden. and an Orchard Of choice
fruits. Altogether it is one Of the most desira-
HE properties in the town. Price and terms
made known on application.
'''' THOMAS X. STARRY.
July p. 1857.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
Farms WHHfed.

WE are having some inquiries for Real Is
w tate in Jefferson County. If YOU have a
Farm or other good Property for sale: and wish
the assistance OF an agent. send MS Price ana
Description Our facilities for finding you a
buyer are unexcelled: AddrC.s, ,.o
VI. L. FUNKHOUSER CO.,
Real Estate Agents. Hagerstown, Nd.
Dec. - 1sS7-lm.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
There's No Question About It.

We not only claim to have, but positively
show upon our counters three times as many
Overcoats as can be seen in any other store IN
Charlestown AS sensible merchants, We
wouldn't make such statement openly unless
we could satisfactorily convince everybody OF
its literal truth Not only is our stock larger,
better and greater in variety, but our low
prices are the subject of envy among the
..shopsn that attempt to compete with US.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

We have just purchased a largest stock Of
Notions.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
HHERE IS THE NAN
WHO Needs an OreroOat?

The subject of Oyercoats is a mighty season-
able subject ust now. Make M your mind
that winter weather is with us or the season
Oyercoats are necessity, add the man who
needs an oyergarment will study his interest
by making his selection at our Store. There's
nothing cheaper than "chin music" Some
concerns deal more extensively in big talk
and "bluster' than they do in merchandise;
but here at our Store We make our goods and
low prices do all the talking necessary to salts
fy our patrons.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

If you have any doubts regarding the
vastness of our stock or that our prices are
the lowest don't you think it will pay you
to investigate? It's money in your pocket
20 keep posted.
WM. KAHN & Co.. Sadler Building
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

DO YOU need an Oyercoat? If so take
time to visit our store. Prices commence at
Sl.7j for mems sizes and run up to SO and
$50. More than three times as many over
coats to selcc. from as is contained in any
house in Charlestown.
WM.KAHN & Co., The Leading Clothiers,
Sadler Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Just take a glance. For things useful
and suitable for holiday presents our store
excels them all. For collars, silk suspenders,
fine gloves, silk umbrellas, fancy handker-
chiefs. elegant neckwear all at prices % per
cent. less than are charged elsewhere, go to
WN. KAHN & Co., Sadler Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Dress goods remnants The ends of piec-
es from the busiest Christmas tradewe have
ever known. We have tried to make the
prices so attractive that every piece will go
during the week. Among the remnants
will be found some OF the most desirable
dress goods of the season. Every remnant
Is bargain.
:. ID. HIRSCHNAN q Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Very inviting and attractive is our chill
dren's stock at this season. We take care
TO please our patrons. BY comparison our
business prospects and trade increase every
day. Call and see us.
WM. KAHN & Co., Sadler Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Don't imagine any pricss are low until
YOU have visited Kahn's and made a bust
ness-hke comparison. Our trade has in
creased three-fold and low prices for reliable
goods is the cause Of it.
WN. KAHN x Co, Sadler Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Alter most successful season in boys
clothing we find on hand a few lots of over
coats aud suits in broken lots and odd size
These we have determined to close out at
once and in order to accomplish our pur-
pose have reduced the goods regardless of
their real value.
= u. HIgsCH,fAN 4 Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
VIM. KAHN 81 CO.,
Commissioners .NOfiCe.

The Leading Clothiers, Sadler Building
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

An our haudkerchiefs used in making
displays during thc holidays Slightly soiledl
are now offered at greatly reduced prices.
:. ID. HIRsCHNAN & Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12
Calls the attention of the public to the finest
line of
Falls Winter Samples

Ever brought to this town, and respectfully
asks an inspection.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

We not only carry the largest stock OF
rubber boots and shoes, but also the best
quality. Get our prices.
=. d. HIEsCHMAN d Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-01-12

Every customer who saw our Christmas
trade last week Is witness to its yastneSs.
We were simply overwhelmed. And now
we talk once more about our bargains in
ladies and childrens cloaks. to which we are
adding some extraordinary bargains just
received
The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1888-05-04
A Good Beginning.

The Republicans held large and
enthusiastic County Convention at
Opera Hall. on Wednesday afternoon.
for the election of delegates to the
Republican State and District Con
veniions Hon. Geo. II. Cooper, OF
Vernon, Pres. and Stanley f. Parkill,
Of Owosso, ofiiciated as Secy.
Nearly all the townships and both
cities were represented by full dele.
cations, and delegations of working
Republicans were selected to the
conventions. After the convention
adjourned, meeting Of the Shia-
wassee County Republican Club was
held, S. S. Minea presiding, and an
able and instructive address delivered
by his excellency, Cyrus G.. Luce, the
popular Farmer Governor, of the State,
and one Of the most unfinching
Republicans.
The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1888-05-04
Steamer "city Of Milwaukee"

The Grand Haven Route will be
opened for passenger business com.
mencing Tuesday, MAY rst. 1888,
when that magnificent iron side
wheel Steamer "City OF Milwaukee,
will commence her daily trips, leav-
ing Grand Haven midnight, daily
connecting with d. G.. H. & M. train
leaving Owosso at 7:3s arriving in
Milwaukee the following morning
about 6 a. m. connecting with all
morning trains for the west. Return.
ing leaves Milwaukee at 1870 a. m.
arriving at Grand Haven $500 p. m
Sleeping berths are free to all west.
bound passengers holding first class
tickets, and the patrons of this popu-
lar route will be served excellent
meals at the rate of SO cents per
meal.
The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1888-05-04

"A farmer who knows what he is
talking about, hits the nail on the
head when he says that nothing pays
better than good country roads. II
costs something to secure them, bu,
they are the arteries which connec,
village and country, along which the
life currents of business prosperity,
safety and comfort perpetually flow.
Bad roads full of chuck holes, slough
and bottomless mud, kills time, teams
and temper. De sure then that mon
ey thus intelligently expended ID
wisely invested and sure to realize
future satisfactory results.
Michigan Farmer: On the aoth Of
April j. X. Reynolds, of Corunna
weighed grade Shorthorn steer, less
than two years old, that tipped the
scales a. 1858 pounds. He was sired
by bull from the herd of J. w. Hib.
bard, of Denning ton. and is good
one in every respect. M
A number OF Owosso people took
in the Detroit excursion Tuesday.
The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1888-05-04

II is alleged that the reason men
spring overcoats are worn so shor
this year is because the winter ha.
been SO long.
Saginaw Herald: lit is stated tha
both Jerome w Turner. of Shaw
assoc, and Mr. Crosby. of Monlcalm,
have their eye on the Democratic
nomination for Congress in this
district Two years agN a bargain
was made with outsi lie Democrats
that if they would turn in and help
Mr.. Tarsney the nomination would go
outside of Saginaw county this time,
and it looks as if the rural Democrats
we're going to hold the Saginaw
gentlemen to their bargain.
! For first class hair cut, call on Ed
Eighme.
THE TIMES Printing Co. are un.
der obligations to the M. c. X. R.
Co. for calendar for 1888, decidedly
the best one that has reached our
Office, and giving fine view of
Niagara Falls, one OF the special at
fractions on the line of that great
national route between Buffalo and
Chicago.
Our clothing stock brings express
sions Of Joy and does ruin the passd
lots. Osburn & Sons. e-.
Letters advertised at the Owosso
post Office for the week ending April
s8, 1883 Mrs Deliah Ketcham las
Conner Mrs S A Cooper Daniel Nc
Lean Mrs Delphia Williams M F
Lamey Louis Watson E Eldridge
Bertzel Gibberts Loman Fuller p
knight R S Tyrrell Mrs Carrie Fale
Stella M Price J. G. Coaps VIM r
Mead.
More carpets this week, large as
sortment extra super union at so
cents per yard. Beautiful curtains at
Osburn and Sons. ~
Look out for the new ice cream
wagon and when you hear the chime
bells ring bring out your dish and
buy the celebrated. Conner, the Ice
Cream Man.
M. Osburn has for sale four year
old light bay o Gavin filly, good
one all around.
Velvet carpets at less than whole
sale prices during the sale at ID. M.
Christians.
The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1888-05-04
Annual Meeting.

The Annual Meeting of the Stockholders
of the Owosso Gas Light Co. for the elec-
ton of directors and such other business as
may come before the meeting, will be held
at the office of the Company, No. 81 East
Exchange street. in the city of Owosso,
Mich. on the second Thursday of May
next (being the 10th day of said month) at
half past ten o. clock a. IN.
Dated Owosso, April. 18th 1888.
o. +. Webster,
Secretary
The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1888-05-04

The annual meeting of the Fire De.
partment for the election of officers
will take place at the city hall. Wed
nesday evening, May 9th. 1888.
w. WooDARD, Sec.
The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1888-05-04

Velvet carpets at less than whole
sale prices during the sale at ID. NJ.
Christians.
The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1888-05-04

M. Osburn has for sale four year
old light bay 10 Gavin flly, good
one all around.