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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
The County Court.

The County Court.
At special term of the County
Court last week Il. G. Baylor, l. H.
Strider and Samuel ID. Engle were
appointed committee to act with the
Berkeley county authorities in re-
building the bridge over the Opequon
creek near Middleway. w. w. John
son was awarded the contract for
painting the outside of the county
jail at S249. G. c. Watts, attorney,
was granted $500 for services in the
case of the County Court against the
b. & o. Railroad Company for taxes.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
from JohEStoWn.


We were pleased to have call from
Mr.. James H. Nihiser, of Johnstown,
Pa, a few days ago, who came over
from Keedysville with his nephew,
DR.. Nihiser. Mr. Nihiser was in
,Johnstown when the flood came, and
he had some thrilling experiences to
relate. He was in his boarding
house when the water struck it, and
with twelve other persons was washed
down the stream on the roof of the
house. The roof was carried down
to the stone bridge, where it circled
around three or four times, finally
settling in the drift, when the endan-
gered people managed to make their
escape to high ground. Mr.. Nihiser
related many interesting incidents,
one of which we will repeat. The
roof upon which he and his compan-
ions were stranded fioated about
until it came near another house,
when suddenly from between them a
mans head popped up through the
drift. He made every effort to get
on the roof, but was unable to do,
until finally, at considerable risk to
themselves, Mr.. Nihiser and a couple
of other men succeeded in rescuing
him and laid him on the boards.
The stranger wiped the water from
his eyes, drewa long breath, and then
said calmly: well, this is hell of a
flood, amt itf' Praying was more
in order then than swearing, but
nevertheless no one resented the
remark Mr.. Nihlser came out of
the flood with simply a suit of clothes
and nothing more-he didn't even
have hat or pair of shoes until a
day or two after.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
Paid Up Promptly.

PGI0 up Fr0WpuV.
The following letter speaks for it
self of good insurance company rep
resented by good agents:
Shepherdstown, w. Va, June IL, 1882
Mr.. r. a. Alexander, General Agent for
the Peabody Insurance Company in Jefferson
County-Dear Strive have received this
day, through your special agent Mr.. ]. $.
Fleming, a check for 5000 in payment of in
surance on bridge, the property OF the Vir-
ginia and Maryland Bridge Company at
Shepherdstown, w. Va. Please accept our
thanks for your prompt payment. as the
check was received just Is days after the loss
Of the bridge. This being the second loss on
this bridge adjusted and promptly paid, we
take pleasure in recommending your COM
pany 10 all persons that may have property
to insure.
Very Respectfully Yours,
ID. S. RENTCH,
Sec'y Va and Nd. Bridge Co.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
Ferry6odt launched.

The new ferryboat built by Mr.
Fred. Mertens, of Cumberland, for the
Va. and Md. Bridge Co., was launched
at Shepherdstown Wednesday even
ing, and regular communication is now
established between West Virginia
and Maryland. Mr.. L. w. Poffenber-
ger has built bridge across the
canal, and will look to the Washing
ton county authorities for payment.
1t is to be hoped that the new ferry
boat will soon be superseded by a
bridge across the river.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21

A new shoe has been invented which
its inventor claims will last almost
forever. 1t has triplicate sole. The
first is made of ordinary leather, the
second is stubbed with India rubber
capsules. These capsules fit into a
third covering of leather. The boot
is silent one and very springy to the
feet. They are made for both men
and women.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
Cornerstone Luyrno.


AS has been hitherto announced,
the cornerstone laying of the new
Town Hall is expected TO take place
on Saturday, July 9Th. Mt. Nebo
Lodge No. 81, A, F. & A. NJ, will have
charge of the ceremonies of the day,
and will be assisted by members of
neighboring lodges. The Ladies'
Town Hall and Library Association
will give one of their very best din
ners after the Masonic ceremonies
have closed, and ask liberal patron
age from the public. If the weather
will permit, lawn festival will be
held in the evening on Shepherd Col
lege grounds In this connection the
ladies desire to say that their inten-
ton now is to give some kind of en-
tertainment every two weeks during
the summer. These entertainment
will be varied-charades, tableaux,
recitations, concerts, and of course
the inevitable lawn festival.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21

An Ohio editor says that if his
paper was printed on gold and with
ink made out of pure silver, and the
subscription price put down TO ten
cents year, some poor deluded spec
linen of humanity would kick because
there was not diamond set in every
corner of each page.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
Special Council Meeting.

A special meeting of the Town Coun-
ell was held last Monday evening,
when the levy ior the ensuing year
was laid at 40 cents on the hundred
dollars of real and personal property;
poll tax 20 cents; dog tax so cents;
gips S1.00. The Committee on Town
Run was ordered TO consult the At
torney in regard to the town run,
with d view of taking action to pre-
vent future overfiows.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
YouShould Remember

our responsibility does not end with the sale
OF merchandise TO you; our interests are ma
terial. Hence, We make the bold proclama-
OF returning any goods purchased OF us that
is not perfectly satisfactory. See our I'M
mense Line Of Outside Flannel shirts. Neck
wear; Late style Hats, silk and all other
grades. We extend cordial invitation 10
the people OF jefferson County to call and In
spect this Mammoth Stock OF Clothing.
Very Respectfully,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
Commissioner Amounted.

commissioner dPPo'Hteo'
In the Circuit Court of Jefferson
county last week, after prolonged
argument in the case of the Fidelity
Insurance, Trust and Safe Deposit
Company against the Shenandoah
Valley Railroad Company, Judge
Duckwall ordered the case to be re-
ferred to Forrest w. Brown, a com
missioner of the court, to ascertain
and report to the next term the
amount due to the Central Improve
ment Company, in whose favor a
decision was recently rendered by
the Court of Appeals of WestIVirginia,
a report of which was published.
The amount, with interest, will be
nearly half million dollars.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
SPECIAL BARGAINS THIS WEEK.

Seven spools Clarks o. \. T. Cotton. 25c.
% doZ. Jersey Vests, worth 2)c.. at lOc: % doz.
Jersey Vests, worth 81 &c, at 20c. pieces
Black silk Warp Henrietta Cloth at sl.25,
worth sl.65 per yard. Lawns, worth DC, at
2l-2c per yard. 1000 yards wide Millinery
Ribbons In latest styles from the Hagers-
town SILK MID at just half price-every yard
warranted pure silk. 800 new styles OF Flow
ers for Summer Millinery now ready. Spe-
clal prices in Untrimmed Hats during this
month. New Hemsttched Embroideries and
Flouncings OF every description, and white
Goods OF all kinds now ready. ~ nne pat
terms in Novelty Dress Goods at reduced pri-
ces TO close balance on hand. New sun I'm
brellas IN all the popular styles now ready.
Special quality genuine Gloria Umbrel has,
T-inch, at sl.2j, worth sl.75. We are now
showing the largest line ofFrench and Amer
lean Satines ever opened here. Special bar
gains in Hosiery and Gloves, during this
month. Our stock is now complete In every
department. II will pay ladies from every
section 10 visit our store this month.
-. A. BnUGH,
So w. Washington St,
Hagerstown, Md.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
No Destffutio1 Here.

No Destfuton Here.
Some of the city papers report that
there is great restitution in
Shepherdstown on account of the
late flood. Thisis not the case. Only
two families were seriously affected
by the high water, and these have
been helped by our own people.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
The First Sale Will be Friday, June 9TH

On this occasion we will offer rare oppor-
tunities 10 get bargains IN remnants of sat
ines more than 100 remnants; Ginghams.
Batistes, outing Cloths, Percales, Challies,
Black Goods In Cashmeres, Henriettas, and
Fancy Weaves Of all kinds. Colored Dress
of all kinds. White Goods, Laces, Embroid-
cries. Ribbons, both narrow and millinery
goods, and in fact, everything In the Dry
Goods line. 1t will pay you TO attend these
sales Next sale on the following Friday,
June 18th
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
Hagersrovn business Locals.
Special Remnant Sales
AT
p. A. B r U CHI
HAGERSTOWN, MD,
DURING THIS MONTH.

DURING the month OF June we propose 10
IL clean up the accommodations OF the season
In Remnants OF every description. To do this
systematic ally we propose to again revive our
Every Friday Special Bargain and Remnant
Sales. And SO during the next sixty days eV-
cry Friday you will lind our counters loaded
down with Remnants from every department
at from one-half TO two-thirds value In every
instance.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
TOTHETRADEONLY!
Clothing From lI..lssi.! Y,ssas!vNss
What to wear and where 10 find it in
Spring and Summer.
BARGAIN.

1T Is WORTH YOUR KNOWING. II Is
PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT that we
should remember the consumer from whom
we aspire 10 win trade is being much better
Informed on STYLES, quality and value than
they were last year, and are still improving
N EnOXIfsisp
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
Hooes for the Canal.

Hopes for the Canal
The stockholders of the Chesapeake
and Ohio canal met at Annapolis last
week for the purpose OF receiving
the report of the president, with the
statement of damage done by the re-
cent destructive storm. and to elect
officers for the year. The entire old
hoard of directors was reelected, and
Mr. Stephen Gambrill was continued
as president. :,
President Gambrill read detailed
report of the damage by the recent
flood. After careful examination,
he estimated that the canal could be
mt in its former condition for S3OO,-
600. and that the repairs might be
made for S250.00O.
Resolutions looking to the relief OF
the canal were offered by Mr.. John
Prentiss Poe and unanimously adopt
ed bv the stockholders. 1t was de-
cided to issue bonds TO repair the
canal, with the revenues as security,
provided the encouragement decides
that such action is legal.
Governor Jackson said they had
gone as far as they could go to show
the people that it was their sincere
desire to do everything possible for
the canal. 1t is a question whether
capitalists will be found with faith
enough in the toll revenues to invest,
particularly when they have staring
them in the face the repair bonds OF
1878, the holders of which have an
absolute and incontestable right to
foreclose on the entire property. He
said there might be some rich and
patriotic men who will be willing to
place their money in these bonds
solely because of the good they will
do. and not because of the profits
there may be III them. The lien
offered is not the most promising.
The canal revenues have never been
enough TO support 1t. Governor
Jackson gave it us his honest opinion
that the bonds would not be issued as
there would be no use to issue
| them.
President Gambrill called a meet
ing of the directors of the canal, to
take place at Georgetown, Wednes-
day, June 10, to discuss with the
people of that locality the future
prospects of the corporation.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
NEW GOODS

in every branch of our business, and
are now prepared to supply your
wants in Groceries that are fresh, also
Provisions. The largest stock come
and see if what we say is not true) of
China, Crockery, Glassware, &c, in
town or country, and at prices that
will surprise you. Tea Sets, $50,
400 and S4.75-5 kinds. More of
those Decorated Dinner Sets, III
pieces, for SO. Fruit Jars and Jel-
" Glasses. Call and see, as we take
pleasure in showing if you don't buy.
We can sell you Shoes and Slippers
at Rock Bottom Prices. Have just
received full stock. Remember, our
Lemons, Bolonga, Cheese, Bacon,
Flour, Canned Tomatoes and Corn,
Dried Beef, Maccaroni and all Gro
ceries and Provisions are fresh. Call
and get your HARVEST GOODS.
Yours, Respectfully,
w. p. LICKLIDER.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
T Is impossible

for us 10 retain old trade or win new by buy
ing goods by sample from the travelling man,
whose expenses we compelled TO pay.
tnmar j. too grrat
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
You Should Know

that II is impossible TO secure real value
from clothing house who buy their goods
on credit. Prosperity cannot live In credits
dOmiuions nor is real value 10 be had from
those who buy on a credit of 81 or W days.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
W.P.LICKlIDER'S
AID.

1t will pay you to call and see what
we keep in stock, as we are determin-
ed to sell as low as anybody. We
have been receiving
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21

POULTRY POWDERS. -sberidans Chick
en- Powders. Foufzs Powdeu, vicfcry
Thfcke,. Powders FRESH GROUND BONE
AND CRUSHED OYsTERsHELI1sf for young
chickens and turkeys, az -
MOUNTAINS DRUG STORE
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21

The meeting at Georgetown on
Wednesday was well attended by the
business men of Georgetown, Cumber-
land, Williamsport, Hancock and
other points along the canal, as well
as the directors and officials of the
canal company President Gambrill
stated that the canal could be made
navigable for 100000, though it
would take much more to completely
repair it, 1t was agreed that the
canal should be repaired as soon as
practicable, and committee was ap-
pointed to solicit subscriptions and
raise the necessary money.
The following proposition was unan-
imously adopted by the meeting: 1--WE
propose the plan suggested by the
meeting of the citizens of Cumber-
land that the president and directors
of the canal company should issue the
bonds of the company for $500, 000 to
be secured by mortgage; that the
approval of issue by the board of pub
lie works be obtained, and also the
recommendation of the board of pub
lie works to the next General Assem-
bly, to put these bonds on the same
footing as the bonds issued under the
act of 1878, so far as the same can law
fully be done, and that these bonds
shall be used as collateral security for
raising the money necessary to re-
store the canal to navigation, and
that if at the end of thirty days the
officers of the canal company shall
find themselves unable by the use of
such bonds to obtain the funds requi-
site for the restoration of the canal
they shall announce the same to an
adjourned meeting for its further con-
sideration, such meeting to be held
not earlier than thirty days from this
date, the date to be fixed by the pres
ident of the canal company, of which
due public notice shall be given
After the adjournment of the meet
ing an arrangement was made by
President Gambrill and a Georgetown
committee by which the Georgetown
leave will be repaired mediately, and
work on it has already been started.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
L Is True

that business life is a sharp conflict, an In
dustrious war, a hand-to-hand night Intel
ligence. perseverance. industry are In the
field. We use their power and our defeat Is
ImpoSsible. IL is imperative that the nrst
profit to our business should be- obtained by
purchasing onr goods at a hArgaln.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21

And so on through the entire stock until we
have disposed OF sufficient 70 handle con
veniently the stock during the I'M
provements. This sale should In
terest all consumers. and IL
will be TO their interest 10
attend this sale for their
supplies.
The stock is yet complete with all qualities
and STYLES and sale viii be continued until
we have sufficient room for the improve
ments. H. l.. SPANGLER'S,
Hagerstown, Md.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
READY.MADE CLOTHING.

HAVE several hundred doiiars' worth Of
i Ready Made Clothing on hand Am anx-
ious to close them out and quit the business.
VIII sell them without regard 70 cost or pro
fit- Tnis IL the opportunity ior Dsrfsil,r
DufneIds, March 9. 1859.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
It's An Advantage 70 Us

10 have our keen sense of business aroused
10 every legitimate advantage, while intelit-
geuce and progress devise 10 win that which
We most desire in trade-SCCCESS.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
-. a. BnUGH,
So w. Washington St,
Hagerstown, Md.

p. Sour line OF Gentlemen's Wear Of ev-
cry description is the largest and lowest pri-
ced In the city.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
ROGERS 81 KING.

isw. Washington ST.. Hagerstown. Md.
Frames Of all kinds manufactured.
Pictures OF decease friends correctly re-
produced. Special attention paid to photo
graphing children. satisfaction guaranteed.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
DRUGGIST sUNDRIEs.

Here 10 brief mention Of . few things We
keep In our Druggist sundnss Department"
To get a fair estimate OF the extent q the
stock. multiply each item by tsna
Nail nles. nail poIIshen. nail enamel and
RosaliDe.
whIsk brooms, lie.
Velvet brushes, Or.
Clothes brushes. s2c.
Combs, TO 75e.
Hair brushes. with English brsstiss. . 70
sI.75.
English bristle tooth brusbes, 70 -.
English bristIe nail brushes, Sc 20 eiISL
ZyIonite toilet cases consisting q comb
brush and mirror, sc, 10 and el.M
Oxydize silver sets, tz6o.
Callers tooth powder. &c.
Oriental tooth paste, &c.
sbef1ield's tooth pssts. isc.
Perfection tooth vash. &c.
TbuutonS tooth powder, &c.
Chamois skins.
All sizes In sronger.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21

A public meeting of prominent
men was held at Cumberland on
Monday, when the following resolu-
tions were passed: Whereas it is
stated that certain citizens Of Western
MARYLAND and the District of Column
bia are willing to repair the Chesa-
peake and Ohio canal and make the
same navigable from Georgetown, as
it was before the recent floods, and
propose the following plan: First,
that the president and directors of
the canal company shall issue the
bonds of the company for $500, 600,
and secure the same by mortgage on
its canal and other property, sub
ject only to the mortgage made under
the act of 1878, and claims for labor
and supplies; second, that the board
of public works shall approve of this
issue and recommend the Legislature
of MARYLAND to make valid such
mortgage; third, that upon the accep-
lance of this proposition they will
enter into contract with the canal
company to restore the canal to good,
navigable condition within ninety
days from the execution of the con-
tract, and to accept the said $500, 600
in bond in full payment thereof; Be
it
"ReS0ired, That this meeting APP
proves the above plan and recon-
mends its acceptance by the board of
public works and the canal company,
and will favor the passage of an act
by the Legislature making valid said
mortgage and bond, considering
that even if the canal cannot be per-
manently maintained this provision
Tor present repairs should be adopted
to prevent the enormous losses to our
citizens which the abrupt abandon
ment of the canal must necessarily
cause
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
r. l.. SPANGLER'S,
HAGERsTOwN, MD.,
TmDrOvement Salei

WE will make, during the coming dull
w season, improvements In our several
departments and TO have room for the prep
arations. we will offer at cost ou1 entire
stock OF Dress Goods, Silks, Housekeeping
Goods, &c, at Cost Prices. All goods that
have been marked and sold at
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1889-06-21
BEACHLEY AND SON
Not Going TO Quit,
BeschIey & Son

and Oil Cloths Just received az Beachley a
sons. Nice styles and low prices
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1889-11-13
cropcp nRAKEIry EyONERlTED

Tho Board Of Managers Of the Coffee Exchange
has aiopted resolutions whitewashng' George
DralSeley from the charge Of transactins wash
sal, This is an old story. Mr.. Drakelcy was
found guilty by the Board of this offence, and on
ifs recommendation he WAS publicly reprmandcd fol
II on August IL. Mr. Drahcey said that the charge
was made By a person- enemy. In its resolutions
the Board said that Mr. Drakcley'S statement was
corroboraed by II. schaeer showing that there was
~ oSscrce Of intention Mr. Drakcleys part 10
1nlstn the Exchanges rules of trade. Mr. Drakeiey
SayS that he got the order for the sale In Demonicos
- MIR Schaefer. Other brokers say that Mr..
nraholev Is broker for large firms who we're deter
rineI IN have him "whteweshed' Now tho story
~ 70, Nr Di akeey VIII be candidate for the
board OF Managers at the next electoI
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1889-11-13
KINGS COUNTY REPrDt1cANs MEET.

The Kings County Republican General Committee
held their November meeting in tho brooklyn Athe
last evening. The report Of tho Executive Com
mittee, calling the primaries for Tuesday November
TO- 10 elect onehd Of the members TO succeed those
whose terms expire In December, was adopted. 4
committee was appointed to present resolutions rela-
tive to the recent death OF Dr. Louis f. Nco chair
man of the Executive Committee Vice President G..
b. Forester presented resolutions calling upon Con
gress to enac laws properly revising the customs
duties, abolishng the revenue tax on tobacco re
ducIng postage TO ono cent, to aid In rcvIvng Amer
lean shipping interests, calling upon the Legislature
to enact just and equitable ballot reform law and to
submit TO the people Amendment 10 the Constiill-
ton relative u thc matter OF high license or local
option, and to pass an act restoring Adcrmanlc
representation by wards to Brooklyn. The resolutions
were unanimously adopted.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1889-11-13
AIDFBNEy AS COUNTY CANVASSFRS.

The Aldermen were sworn IN yesterday by County
Clerk Edward +. Reilly a Board Of County Can
vassers and at p. began to canvass the election
returns of November 3. President Arnold presided
and Expert Accountant John n. Outwater was elected
to record and compute the returns Messrs. David
Barry, Rlnckhoff and Gregory were appointed a
committee to revise the returns and correct them.
Messrs storm, Fizsmons, Oakley, Noonan and Cowie
were appointed a committee on protests. They viii
report on the last day Of the session. ExAlderman
Edward +. ODwycr is counsel for Judge Gildersleeve
and exAssstant Corporation Counsel Turner Will
protect Judgeelect FitZgerald's interests.
The work began on the ISt Assembly District
six districts were reported as returning detective
ballots but as tho ballots were not affixed to the
returns as required by law the inspectors were ordered
TO produce them As far as the work went on yeslcr
vote announced on election night. The Board Will
meet again at 10 this morning ard continue from day
10 day until the work Is completed