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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19

The Lynchburg Irqniu s9ys: While
at the commencement exercises at the Uni
versity Of Virginia, Mr. Cleveland noticed
from he stage a gray-hajred lady who sat
IN the audience ON the front row of benches,
and who had TO endure the heat without the
benefit Of fan. which had been thought
lessly left behind The President left the
easy chair he occupied, walked down to the
lady, and offered her a very fne fan that
might have belonged 90 Mrs. Cleveland.
The lady protested, but the President left
with her his FAM The lady was Mrs. DIR.
G.. w. Bagby a sister of John Hampden
Chamberlayne and widow Of Dr. George
w. Bagby" Mrs Bagby had the addi-
tional pleasure of seeing President Cleye-
land place In the hands of her son. John
Hampden Chamberlayue Bagby. his di-
ploma as a master of arts Of the University
Of Virginia, which had been awarded him
the previous dly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19
MONUMENTS TONES,

Head and Foot Stones Nantes, Statues and
Carving, in all its various branches, and all
work in their business All orders promptly
filled at the lowest rate, and shortest notice,
and all work delivered and put up, and guar
anteed TO suit purchasers. If not, no sale
Please call and see and judge for yourselves be-
fore purchasing elsewhere, and patronize Home
Manufacturers.
The subscribers have also in operation their
shop in Martinsburg, where they will give
propmt attention to all work entrusted tOthem.
DIEHL g. BRO.
Charlestown, July Is, 1S67-y.
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JEFFERSON WOOLEN MILL,
Formerly Porter's Factory.

Under the above mentioned name the old
"Porters Factory" which in days gone by en-
joyed almost national reputation for excel
lent manufactures, will be operated by the un-
designed. Necessary repairs have been made
and improved machinery introduced, and It u
our expectation 10 maintain the reputation Of
the mill and 10 meet the demand Of the public
for first-class goods.
The Highest Market Price will be paid for
Wool delivered at the Mill or at such points as
may be designated.
Orders for Cloths, Yarns, &C., will receive
prompt attention.
Respectfully,
J.J. JOBE & co.
Post 0fiice-Ripon, Jefferson County W. Va
J. J. lobe & Bro. will continue 10 operate the
Mill at Brucetown, Frederick County, Virginia,
and will pay the top market price for Wool do
livered there.
April, 49, 1888
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19
WESTWARD.

Fast limited express, daily, for Chicago and
Pittsburg leaves Baltimore at 1000 a. m, Wash.
ington 1885 a. m. Arrives at Chicago s.55 a.
m, Pittsburg $50 p m.
Express, daily, for Cincinnati and st. Louis
leaves Baltimore at 200p. m, Washington 800
and Harper's Ferry at ABS. Arrives at Cincin-
natl at 7.30 a. m. and 81. Louis at $50 p. m.
Night Express, daily, for st. Louis and Chi
cago leaves Baltimore at $50 p. m, Washing
ton 945 p. m. and Harper's Ferry ll.30 p. m.
Arrives at Cincinnati $50 p. m, ST. Louis 7S
a. m, Chicago $40 a. m.
Night Express, daily, for Pittsburg leaves
Baltimore at SIS p. m Washington 9l5 p. m.
and Harpers Ferry at lO.lSp p. m. Arrives at
Pittsburg $50 a. m.
For tickets and further information apply to
b. & o. Agents or TO b. f. Bond, Pass. Agent,
Baltimore, c. +. Dudrow, Travelling Passenger
Agent, Staunton Va.
b. & o. Palace Sleeping Cars are run through
to Cincinnati. st. Louis, Chicago and Pittsburg
on all express trains.
l.. NJ. COLE, Genl Ticket Agent.
CHAS. o. SCULL, Gen'l Passenger Agent.
w. NJ CLEMENTS, General Manager.
May 3, 1855.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19
Humors Of The campaign

The Columbia Baittn consents 20 take
Dr. Burchard into the Democratic party on
probation on the following conditions.
"He must promise 90 boz seen and not
heard, and 90 abstain from rum, rdutiug and
riotoUs living Ile mus. u0. Doe allowed Oh
come within @ mile of Democratic ban-
quet
Chairman EsJees speech Of notification
to Harrison was a lei-baadej compliment
De said
Otis true. distinguished gentlemen ve.l
known 90 the people. who were experienced
i'm public affairs, ii.us,riog- In character aud
worthy of the people, confidence and sup
port, were before the convention as caudi-
dates, and yet you were chosen.
Harrison phiegmatic, dogmatic aris,o-
cratic
Mor.on-mediocra,ic, p,eutoc.atic, err
ratio
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MSS .F.NELLF HICKS

Has taken the store room ON Main street in
IL building occupied by the Misses Ware,
where She Wilde DRESS MAKING and FAM
lily SEWING I'm good style and ut reasonable
charges. She viii be pleased 20 have the pat
r0nage of the ladies of the town and vicinity,
and win strive 90 render satisfaction.
She has also q stock of Dress Trimmings and
Notions t0 which she invites the attention OF
the ladies
June DOB lSS6.
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and Shoulder Braces at
L JONES' PHARMACY.
SCHCOL SUPPLIES at great reduction at
> JONES' PHARMACY.
TRY Jones Cough Syrup-cure any cough
L or money refunded at ,.c1.
JONES' PHARMACY.
PRESCRIPTIONS Specially.
/ c. FRANK JONES, Phi. G.
I'VE GLASSES and Gold Pens and Pencils
II AZ JONES PHARMACY.
7 INE FRUIT TAR, Wild Cherry, Flax Seed
l. and Hoarhound Drops for coughs at
c. FRANK JONES PHARMACY.
October 20, 1887.
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Valley Railroad.
Schedule Ia Effect May II, 1855.
J. +. TYLER, REcEIyER.

LEAVE cHARLEsTowN-soUTHwA
s:S2 A. NJ. Daily-New Orleans Express. Ro-
anoke and intermediate stations and
all points South and Southwest
Through Pullman Sleeping cars from
New York and Philadelphia TO
Chattanooga and Memphis.
III p. NJ. Daily-Memphis Express from New
York, Philadelphia and Baltimore
with day coaches TO Roanoke, max
ingconnection through TO the South.
LEAVE MISREPRESENTATION.
10:3OA NJ. Daily Baltimore Express, from all
points South, arrive in Washington
l:15 =. NJ Baltimore 2:i5 II. NJ,
Harrisburg 3l5 Z. NJ, Philadelphia
$50 r. NJ.
1858 p NJ. Daily-New York and Philadelphia
Express, from Memphis, Chattanoo.
ga and all points South. Arrive
Philadelphia AS A. NJ, New York
7l0 A. NJ. Sleeping cars through
TO New York via Harrisburg.
Ticket Agents will furnish all Information
and through schedules upon application.
o. HOWARD ROVER, Gent Pass Agt.
May II, 1888. Roanoke, Va
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19
SyrupOrFigS

Is Natures own true laxative To is the
most easily taken, and the most effective
remedy known % Cleanse the System when
Bilious or Costiye 20 dispel Headaches,
Colds, and Feyers; 90 Cure Habitual Con-
stipati0n, Indigestion, Piles, etc Manu-
featured only bv the California Fig Syrup
Company, san Francisco. Cal Nr. c..
Frank Jones, has been appointed agent for
Charlestown, w. Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19
Virainia fret gtess.
Plan Of County Primary.

The Democratic Executive Committee Of
Jefferson county, at a meeting held July
9th, 1855, adopted the following plan for
the government Of the Democratic Primary
Election:
LIST. That the Primary Election system for
the election of county officers, is hereby
adopted. The system shall apply 70 candi-
dates FOR the House of Delegates, Sheriff, Pros
ecuting Attorney, Assessors and County COM
missiOners.
"a. The Primary Election System is adopted
for the Senatorial. Judicial and Congressional
Conventions The people shall vote Tor the
candidates for said offices, directly. The can
didates receiving the largest number OF votes
shall be entitled 90 an the delegates for tins
County, and are hereby authorized 70 name
their own delegates.
81. For the State Convention the Primary
system is adopted and twenty-five 22l dele
gates shall be elected % sand convention the
ticket so voted for, shall be headed state Del
egati0n.
lth. The primary elections to be held at
each Precinct In the County, and % be under
the management of three Commissioners, TWO
of whom shall be the Democratic Commission
ers appointed by the County Court the Com
mlssioners 20 appoint one or more Clerks. IN
the event said Commissioners tal % act, the
two members Of the Executive Committee
from each Precinct shall appoint competent
Commissioners % hold said election and pro-
tect 1T against all fraud and uniairneSs.
5th. At the close of the polls, the Commls-
sioners shall count the ballots and record the
vote. i'm writing. which each candidate receives
for the office for which he rs candidate, ana
the result shall be certified by the Commits
siOners as follows
hereby certify .......re-
oeive5 votes for. ....... ........at the
primary election this day held at.............
....... Precinct in....... ......... District.
...... ......... .......''''''.'.
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9th The Commissioners shall forward the
poll books. certificates and ballots, uncer SEAL
to the County CLERK 90 be delivered by him 20
the Secretary of the Executive Committee, TO
De held and recounted i'm case of contests
within two DAYS after the closing of the polls,
and the County Executive Committee shall
meet at nine o'clock A. NJ MONDAY, July -5GD,
1sSs. 40 the Court House. In Char,estown, and
shall open and count the votes and declare the
results The Candidates receiving the highest
number of votes for the respective offices for
which they have been Candidates shall oe de-
clared by the Executive Committee ,o Pc the
Democratic nominees for said offices.
7th The duty OF the Commissioners shall
be 10 receive the votes of an who supported
Democratic State and National ticket at the
last election, and intend supporting said ticket
at the coming elections of all Democrats who
have moved into the county, and VIII be legal
voters no the rcXt election of all young men
known 90 be Democrats, who viii be % age 40
the next general election and none other.
Sth Each person desiring Co be candidate
at such primary election, shall FIVE DAYS prior
thereto. furnish to the Secretary OF the County
Executive Committee in writing, his full name
and the office for which DE desires Co be can
debate. which shall DE accompanied with the
sums named below Co pay the expenses OF the
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THE BEST.
ATTRACTIONS.

Ifyou want an extra Ham,
Call on w. S. MERCHANT.
Ifyou want good Slice Ham.
Go 10 w. s. MERCHANT.
nyou want good Dried Beef,
Go 70 w. s. MERCHANT.
Ifyou want Alpha Roasted Coffee,
Go to W. s. MERCHANT.
If you want good tea and sugar cheqp,
Go to W. s. MERCHANT.
If you want fine Lard, ,.o.
90 10 W. 6, MERCHANT.
If YOU want the best Of Fresh Meats en
Fresh and Salt Fish, go,
Go to W. s. MERCHANT.
May II. 1885.
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NOTICE.

4 IL persons indebted TO the undersigned as
n former Agent Of the B. g. D. K. K. Company
for Freights, o. Commissions, or 70 the late firm
Of Starry Lock, are notified that payment must
be made az once.
July l3, ISIS. j. D. STARRY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19
BUILDING LOTS
FOR SALE.

GENERAL BUILDING LOTS situated near
- the corporate limits, opposite the Nursery
of VIM Hopkins, are offered for sale ON the
iustalment plau-S25O monthly Apply to f.
b. S0udeIs, who Will show plat.
DAVIS & co.
limo ID ISS-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19
Paint Season 1857.
SCHOOL BOOKS And SUPPLIES,

WE have in stock and will keep during the
w wear. a full stock of School Books and
School Supplies. such as Copy Books, States,
Hemp Satchels. Leather Bags and everything
pertaining to the School SundrieS business.
We shall have at all times a full line of the
books used in the Public Schools to sell at the
State Contract price for the Cash. Any books
not in stock furnished in few days
Sept 5, 1887. AlSQUIIH ".
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Diamond Dyes.

A S the Spring advances we call attention to
n a full stock Of Diamond Dyes, and guar
antee them to color Ribbons, Dresses, Hats,
Feathers aud Cotton Goods.
GEO. I. LIGHT,
Druggist, Next Door to Post Office.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19

DAINTS, Oils, yarnishes, Window Glass,
Putty. Paint Brushes, &c. We have q large
stock Of these goods on hand to which we call
the attention Of the people. Lewis pure Lead,
pure Linseed Oil and Lucas celebrated Pre-
pared Paints, ready 10 apply, in all colors in
cans from one pound 10 one gallon. We have
all colors, either dry or in oil. Examine our
stock before purchasing elsewhere.
Apr. IS, IS. AiSQUITH Il co.
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d ATE n rs

Caveats, Trade Marks and Copyrights
Obtained. and all business In the U. S. Patent
Office attended to at MODERATE FEES.
Our office is opposite the L. S: Patent Office,
and we can obtain Patents in less time than
those remote from WASHINGTON.
Send MODEL OR ORA WING. We advise
as to patentability free of charge and we make
NO CHARGE UNLESS WE OBTAIN P4IENI
We refer here to the Postmaster, the Supt. OF
Money Order Div, and to officials OF the I. ,;
Patent Office For circular, advice, terms and
references to actual clients in your own State
C.. 4. SNOW d. CO.,
Opposite Patent Office, Washington, d. c.
Dec 9, 1856.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19
Chair Seats Gained.

MRS. in. WHITTINGTON is prepared to
vi Repair Cane Seat Chairs at short notice
and upon easy terms, at her home in the
Southern suburbs of Charlestown, on Bloom
cry turnpike.
September %, 1882.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1888-07-19

WE HAVE Just received new and elegant
w assortment of Combs and Hair Brushes,
also Tooth and Nail Brushes.
AISQUITH & co.
nUR OWN PALM SOAP-made from pure
" Palm Oil and Soda. Ten gross just re-
ceived and for sale at 8 cents per cake. Also
large lot of all of the most popular fancy soaps
AISQUITH & co.
lust RECEIVED-a large lot of Boston
81 Coach Oil for oiling Buggies, Carriages, &c.
Also "Favorite' Sewing Machine Oil and Con-
tinental Ointment for man or beast.
AISQUITH & co.
A LARGE STOCK of Arnold's Chemical
"A Writing Fluid and Stafford's Commercial
Inks, all sizes forsale at AISQUITH CO.'S
WE have just received in stock Pure Black
w and Red Pepper. Sage and Sweet Mar
ioram, all freshly ground. Also pure granula-
ted Saltpetre and Coriander Seed for seasoning
sausage and curing pork. AISQUITH X co.
IN REAMS of Writing Paper, all sizes and
~ sorts. Also 10000 Envelopes just put on
sale in our Book and Stationery Department.
October 81, 1887. AlSQUIIH " w.
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Trains No. 400, 400 and Az are daily except
Sunday Train No. 449 runs Sunday only
Additional mixed trains leave southwark at
2l4a IN. ard SIS n. m. and arrive at Harri.
sonburg az SO q. m. and $50 p. m.
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To the Public.

WE call the attention of housekeepers to
w the following: Gelatine, Corn Starch,
Irish Moss. Tapioca, Ext. Lemen, Ext Vanilla,
Ext. Bitter Almond and French Rose Water
all of which we carry constantly in stock at
lowest prices. AISQUITH & co.
Nov II, 1857.
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For Sale.

SECONDHAND Grover & Baker Sewing
y Machine torsale. Forinformationa apply az
Feb. "a. St. FREE PRESS OFFICE.
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.TwctiOmeer's .N0tice.

THE undersigned offers his services to the
L public as Auctioneer An experience of
several years enables me 90 perform the service
required i'm am efficient and acceptable man.
ner Prompt attention TO all calls upon me.
Jan. T. lSSS-3m THOMAS J. WEST.
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad.

N0RTHWARD. 40 4lO AS $50
Stations. Pass. Pass. Mix. Mix
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SOUTHWARK. 400 400 Az 44e
Stations. Pass Pass. Mix. Mix
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GAGE Saitpe.cr, Sweet Margoram, Coriander
- ana Red and Black Pepper 40
JONES. PHARMACY
The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1888-01-11

az, Jan. Gents

can all do. and that is, improve our pen
manship. To be able to write legible
hand is often of the greatest service. TO
one working in the shops l would say, con-
slider your work intelligently. If you are
where you can get a fair idea of trade,
get the literature of that trade and learn
not only how to do thing properly but why
it should be done in that manner. For in
stance. man working in the machine shop,
could get book on metal working and me-
chanics. study the foundation principles of
machinery and their practical application.
To give clearer illustration of the prob
lem thatI am trying to elucidate. will cite
the case of friend of mine. He is work
ing in what in prison parlance, is called the
''sOft wood shop" which is in reality car
penter shop. Filled with the idea of learn
ing as much of the trade as was in his
power, he bought work entitled .'The
Art of Carpentry" Before he could make
any headway in that he found that he must
understand geometry. He purchased ge-
ometry only to find that knowledge of
algebra was necessary. Still he was not
discouraged but got all algebra and went to
work. Now what is the result? He has a
good knowledge of the science of nlensura-
tion and of its practical application in car
pentry, house building and bridge building.
Is it not self-evldent that with this knowl-
edge, he will have but little difficulty in
securing remunerative employment?
A knowledge of a foreign language is also
of the greatest value. l appreciate the diff
ficulty of learning an alien tongue with
out an instructor; still unwearying perse-
verance will overcome all obstacles. The
same can be said of stenography, which is
of great utility in almost any position in
life.
In closing will say that it is the duty of
every man here to try and earn some mon
ey during his incarceration. The state,
very literally allows convicts portion of
their earnings, but at the best it is only a
small amount. If you can add a hun
dred dollars or SO to the amount given to
you by the state, it may be the means of
tiding you over the most dangerous portion
of your existence. your first few weeks of
liberty. GEO. ELLIOTT.
Jan. 9, 1888.
The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1888-01-11

the holy name of God. Did you ever know
any of those who are guilty Of this sin to
hang their heads like criminal who feels
that everybody is pointing him out and say
ing, ''There is all eX-convict; beware of
him, ne is bad fellow" Now, if | would
ask the reader if he or she is sinner, what
would be the answer? Why, if they would
give frank and honest reply it would be
YeS," because we are all sinners by ma
ture. But if were to ASK the reader if he
or she is criminal? We have now struck
the offensive side and the answer would be
NO" (Omitting those inside the prison
walls.) This proves that crime points us
out; that it marks us with shame and dis
grace; that it is Self-reprOach and home
reprOach. l said that crime is avOidable;
that is to say that we can avoid crime. but
not sin. TO avoid crime what must we do?
Why, we must watch sin. Sinful actions
and evil influences are the breeders of
criminal deeds. Gambling drunkenness,
idleness and debt are the four things we
want to avoid. [ name these because they
are the four things that generally wreck a
young man in this life. How many young
men are there to-day throughout the land
lying on the altar of crime a fatal wreck.
both mentally and physically? There are
thousands of them. and fOur-fifthS Of.them
are the victims of the four things before
mentioned. Now, what I'd like to impress
Oh the reader is moral practices. This is
the only true source of happiness and sue
cess. 1t not only affords happiness but as
sures us of rest and peace in our future
life, and betters our condition wherever we
go. Solomon couldn't have told us more if
he had preached for century. He points
out two paths -one of evil and one of rec
titude. Can we but bear witness that the
testimony is right; that evil gains profit no.
thing; that sin and crime make us miserable
and wretched in this life? If it has this
tendency in this life. why not in the next?
Now we have seen the two sides of sin and
crime and we have learned that they have
nothing good in store for mankind,
and that there is but one true source of hap
pnesS, and that is moral practices and rec
titude. What think We of crime?
Jan. ). 1888. SAM JONES.
The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1888-01-11
A Practical Talk.
Editor, Mirror:

Editor Mirror:
There has been great deal said in the
8 columns of The MIRROR enlarging upon
the merits of our library, and how much
we could improve our minds by wise
selection of books carefully read. These
statements fully concur in, but still
think that there is a practical side to this
reading question. The fact that man is
conversant with the standard authors may
be an aid to attaining position in society,
. bnt it will not buy bread and butter.
We are convictS, we are in prison, but
fully believe that the majority of us, from
policy if nothing else, intend to lead an
honest life after we leave here. We may be
immured in this place for years. Now, is
there no way that we can make the future
pay, in part at least, for these years?
This is question that every inmate should
consider carefully. Life is grave prob
lem. Our future Is uncertain. Our lives
after we leave here will be full OF trials and
temptations and we must prepare to meet
them. Ii you have money in your pocket
temptation to be dishonest is reduced to a
minimum. Now, what course can we pur-
sue here that will increase our ability to
earn money hereafter? This is an indvid-
ual question which each one must answer
for himself, and should be answered at once
We are all eagerly looking forward to that
day when we shall be free men again. DO
we realize the responsibilities that will be
thrust upon us on that day? A few days
ago a fellow convict received his liberty
The day before his release he said
to me: you need not be surprised if
you see NE back again. | have no trade
and | have no definite plans for the future
TO be candid | do not know what | can do
to earn an honest living, although | am an
educated man; that is, unless L hire out as a
day laborer. | shall try hard to find EN-
ployment, but if l cannot get work l don't
intend to Starve."
This is a sample case. Now the question
arises, could this man, in any way, have
improved his time in this place, so that
when he regained his freedom, he would
have been able to secure employment? As l
said above, these are questions which each
one mnst answer for himself. However, if
you will allow me to, | will make a few
suggestions. There is one thing that we