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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

4 telegram to the Baltimore Sun from
Rockville, Nd, on Saturday, makes the
following announcement:
Rev. DR.. T. w. Simpson, the Oldest mem
Der of the Washington City Presbytery,
died suddenly at his residence here yester
day morning, aged 81 years. He had been
in the Presbyterian ministry for fifty-nine
years. He was born in Basking Bridge, n.
j.. and served as pastor of churches in
Charlestown, w. Va, Bladensburg, Md,
Salisbury, Md, Skyesyille, Nd, and Lis
bon, Md He taught school in Georgetown,
d. c., for several years, and from 1862 to
1866 he was chaplain at the U. S. A. hos
pital in Baltimore He was also a clerk in
the Treasury Department. In 1850 the de
gree of d. d. was conferred upon him by
Rutgers College, of which institution he
was the oldest alumnus. For the past few
years Dr. Simpson has served as stated sup
ply for Hermon Church, in Montgomery
county, Nd.
Rev. Mr.. Simpson succeeded Rev. DR..
Septimus Tustin as the pastor of the PreS-
byterian Church here in 1886, and in turn
was succeeded by Rev. DR.. Button in 1871.
The remains were brought to Charlestown
yesterday and inferred at Edge Hill Gene
tery-seryices at the grave conducted by
Rev. DR.. Hopkins.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
Doctors IN Prescribing Wines.

The Physicians desire to give liquor
containing the extractive parts of the grape,
such as iron, grape-sugar and the other ele-
ments which give to port wine its special
flavor or bouquet and its singular blood
making properties from the iron that is con-
tanned in the colored principle of Pure Red
Wine.
Speer's New Jersey Wines, especially his
Port, are grown on brown stone shale soil
rich in iron, and from vines brought from
the banks of the River Doura, in Portugal,
where the finest ports in the world are
made, but none ever reach this country in a
pure state Speer's Wines are regarded
superior to any in the market. For sale by
druggists.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
AWon,am's Discovery.

Another wonderful discovery has been
made and that too by lady in this county;
Disease fastened its clutches upon her and
for seven years she withstood its seyerest
tests, out her vital organs were undermined
and death seemed imminent For hree
months she coughed necessarily and could
no, sleep. She bought of Us a bottle of DR..
Kings New Discovery for Consumption and
was so much relieved on taking first dose
that she slept all night and with one bottle
has been miraculously cured. Her name is
Mrs. Luther Lutz." Thus write W. c.
Hamrick & Co, of Shelby. \. C.-Get a
free trial bottle at C. Frank Jones Drug
Store
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
Personal.

Mr.. Allen Wilson spent the Easter holt
days here.
Mr.. Herbert Johnson is visiting the pa
rental home.
Mrs. Gerard D. Moore is visiting friends
in Baltimore
Eddie Matthaei is visiting his parents
in Baltimore.
Mr.. L. NJ. Blessing spent the Easter sea-
son in Washington.
Miss Bette Beckham came home from
school to spend Easter.
Mr.. Samuel Baugher and family have re-
moved to Franklin county, Pa
Mr.. A. W. McKim, editor Of the Page
Ns,rs was in town last week, and called to
see us.
Misses Alice Neel and Lucy Young Of this
county spent part of the Easter holidays
with Mrs. d. 5. Hughes in this town.
DR.. Howard Koonce came from Pittsburg
to see his mother Mrs. Geo. KoOnce, who
has been quite in at her home near Hall
town.
Rev. J. W. Tongue and wife, who have
boarded at the Carter House for the last
twelve years, have moved to Miss Ada
Wares.
Col. A. Boyd, of Philadelphia, spcat
day or two here last week, looking after the
fine barn being erected for him by Mr.. J. c.
Holmes.
Isaac Anderson, of LOudoun county, one
one of the best soldiers of Co. B, visited his
mother in this place. He was accompanied
by his son.
Hon. r. P. Chew of CharlestOwn, one of
the brightest members of the Legislature,
is in the city Charleston NonparieL Mar 81.
Col Chew has returned.
Mr.. ) Hirschman will sail on the 5Oth
inst. for the fatherand. Since be came to
this country some forty-three years ago, he
has not visited his native land doubtless it
will be a renewal of his youth to 90 back to
the old familiar scenes and friends of other
days. May he have q prosperous journey
aad a safe return.
Mr.. Walter Scott Kennedy and family
left for Charlestown, W. va, this morning,
where they will make their future home.
Mr.. Kennedy VII engage in the grain and
flour business in that place and his de-
parture, with his family, from this city will
be the regret of a large number Of friends
Hagasio'rn Globe.
Miss Ellen Carter of the Stephenson
Seminary, with little Laura and Charlie
Campbell, spent the Easter holidays in Bal
timore and Washington, and Miss Garnet
Pendleton went TO Berryville Miss Lizzie
Champion visited friends in Martinsburg,
and Miss Mamie Wood was called home to
Frederick, Nd by the illness of her father.
Miss Anne Med. Campbell left on Tue
day for visit to friends in Virginia-thence
TO her new home, Orange, y. J. Miss
Campbell has winning ways and, in her
brief residence here. won many friends.
She is gifted in song, and as a member Of
the amateur operate Association eyinced
fine histrionic talent that was appreciated.
Her departure creates several aching voids'
that nothing but a girl so charming as her
self can fiji.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09


Mr. kober, c. Harper, OF Baltimore, died
Friday morning at his home in that city, in
the 59th year Of his age. He was born in
Shepherdstown. and went to Baltimore
shortly after the war he conducted dry
goods store for some time, and then went
into the employ Of several Of the wholesale
dry goods hrms OF the city, and at the time
of his death was connected As a salesman
with the firm of Moses Cohen K Sous.
During the war Mr. Harper fought in the
Confederate army, and was member of the
Otey battery, of Richmond He was a
prominent member of Franklin Square
Presbyterian Church, Of which he was an
elder at the Sine If his death.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Oakland Farmers Alliance was csgsnized
March 2Sth With Eiteva members and the
following officers: G. w Engle, Pres't; C..
c. Conklyn, Vice Pres't; s. d. Engle, Jr.,
Sec'y;J Aldridge, Treas r; o. W. Ramey,
Chap, J. w Lloyd, Lect'r; J. II. Willis
D. X; NJ. n Whiting, Asst D. X; J. w.
Ramsburg, Steward W. I. Ramey, Con-
ductor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

N b. suit Druggist, Bippus, Ind, testl-
te. cd can recommend Electric Bitters a.
te ter best remedy. Every bottle sold
.., given relief in every ease. one man
tas Sis bottles and was cured of Rheuma-
.-m OF Do wears standing. Abraham
Hare druggist, BelIviile, Gaio athrms :
ile best selling medicine / have ever han
- W.. ln my 20 years experience, is Electric
o...er,. Thousands Of others have added
-e O. 1mlEy % that the verdict is uuan-
'+.ls shat Electric Bitters do cure all dis
gases OF the Liver, Kidneys or Blood. On
nan dollar a bottle az c. Frank Jones
Drug Store
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
CLOTHING
GET READY NOW.

This is the particular season of the year
when gentlemen give their best thoughts to
the consideration of dress Something new
for Spring wear is a universal idea in every
civilized community. You always get the
worth of your money in every purchase
made at the reliable house of Kahn's and
to that busness-like fact we attribute our
continued increase of trade and the great
satisfaction of our patrons. A visit to our
establishment will brighten up your ideas
upon the subject Of clothes and give you a
just and practical sense Of values,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
Va

The usual Sunday School Easter service
was held in Zion p. E. Church on Sunday
afternoon. Singing by the school with or
gan accompaniment by Miss Bertha Ruhlli
address by the rec;o. and the Easter offer
ing, amounting to about $50, collected in
the Sunday School during Lent for domes-
tic missions, were the principal features OF
the service. The church was deliberately
and beautifully decorated with flowers.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
Roses for Sale.

We Offer list OF 90 varieties OF new and
desirable roses at the rates OF Sl.0O per dOz
en-. Zone dollar Our handsomely illus
trat, catalogue of everything with which
to beautify the lawn, flower garden and con-
servatory mailed free upon application. 1t
will pay you to see it before ordering Else
where. Hardy plants our speciality.
4. B. DAVIS d Son,
Purcellyille, Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr. Benjamin Lucas, one of our Oldest
AID best-known citizens, died near Dufields
on Monday, aged % He was a brave sol
der, and all his life steadfast Democrat
in earlier years very active enc, and had
been a deputy sheriff Of Jefferson county.
His funeral was announced to take place
to-day with interment at Edge-Hill Gene
terry, Charlestown.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

The sale of the Berkeley Springs Hotel
took place on April lst. Mr.. Bond, one of the
executors Of the late Wm. 2. Dole, bought
The property The Hotel, lots, personal
property, and the 72l acres brought SOB, 3l2.
The property was sold in separate lots and
as a whole the 75l acres brought 5000 per
acre. The safe Of the hotel, furniture and
town lots has been confirmed by the Court
The sale of the 754 acres has not as yet been
confirmed. The hotel furniture and town
lots brought Sl950O- Berkeley Springs
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

The Best sa!ve in the world Tor cuts,
Bruises. Sores, Ulcers. Self Rheum, Fever
Sores. letter. Chapped Hands, Chilblains
Corns. and IN skin Eruptions, and positive
~ cures Piles. or no pay required. 1t Is
Guaranteed TO give perfect satisfaction, OF
money refunded. Price % cents per box.
For sale by c. Frank Jones.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
Eomnd Ii the Ne1rspaper.

From the Cresco, Iowa, "Plaindealer
eve have never, as our readers for nearly
thirty years In this county can testify, writ
ten a puff Of any patent medicine Duty
as we'll as inclination impel Us to depart
from this studied silence, to say TO our read
ers and the public that, having been COM
pletelv Frustrated with violent and distress
ing cold after ,hsee DAYS hghting it with
ordinary remedies and getting no relief
from their use we obtained a bOttleo Clarke's
Extract ofFlax Papillon Cough Cure, OBJ
tanning almos, instant relief and a steady
improvement under its use. Large bottle
only Sl.O0. Ask for Clarke's Flax Soap.
"Best on Earth - cents Both tne above
for sale by c. Frank Jones
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
OVERSTOCKED!
RUINED
AND
B A n K RIPI!!
The wonderful summer weather has done
the work perfectly. Thousands OF dollars
worth Of goods under the hammer at
HAGLEY'S
Temple : Fashion

Nv only hope is to realize something for
them before the last frosty mornings Of winter
are gone Mems. boys and childrens Over
coats. all grades Suits for all ages and sizes.
Odd Goats odd Pants and odd Vests. Five
hundred pairs coarse Boots for men. boys ana
children. Gloves by the gross. Ladies furs,
Misses Furs and Children's Fnrs. Gents + ur
Collars Fur Robes. Wooden Half-Hose, Caps,
ans. Cans. Snow Excluders, Arctics. Alaskas'
Gents. Boys and Children's Underwear in
large supply.
n y. 1899.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Did YOU read the certificate of the Internal
Revenue officials regarding the purity of the
Braddock Pure Rye? If not do so, and then
ask your dealer for it, Use no other-it is the
best. JAS. CLARK & Co, Distillers.
Cumberland, Nd.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
Notice.

ITO all persons indebted to Fairyiew Gene
/ terry Company, for burial lots, are hereby
notified to pay for said lots from present date
to the Goth Of May, or else forfeit all claims OF
said lot.
By order OF Trustees,
JOSEPH WALKER, Prest.
JAxEs z. ToLEEET, Sec'y.
Mar. 26, 18eO-td.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
BURNS 4 SHUCERI.
Apri
Dissolution Notice.

CHARLEsTowY, w Va, March q, 1890.
The copartnership now existing between the
undersigned, under the firm name OF VIM.
Phillips & Sons will be dissolved by mutual
consent on April 1st 1890, :. Lee Phillips with
drawing. after which the books Of above firm
will be in the hands Of S. Lee Phillips for set
Element All parties indebted to said firm will
be required 10 make settlement at once with
Mr. Phillips, who will have entire charge OF
the accounts Of the old firm.
The business will be continued under the
firm name of VIM Phillips & Sons, consisting
Of NJ. NJ. Phillips, r. ii. Phillips and o. NJ.
Phillips.
NJ u. PHILLIPS.
S. LEE PHILLIPS.
Il. II. PHILLIPS,
ON. PHILLIPS.
Thanking all for the liberal patronage be-
slowed in the past, we shall use our best efforts
10 merit continuance Of the same.
Respectfully.
Mar %. 1890.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Farmers Alliance meetings Will be held
at Kearneysyille on Thursday night, April
18th: at Halltowu on Friday night, April
18th and 40 Duffeld's Depot on Saturday,
April. l9th. at 3 p. NJ
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr. Geo. F. Anderson is erecting new
porch aud flight Of steps on the west side
If Mr.. u. ;. Hughes building occupied by
Mr.. G. F. Hughes.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr. Edward : Briton, son OF Mrs. Ihos.
RYAN. died this morning Of consumption at
his mother home in this place in the S6th
year of his age
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr.. j. G. Wyatt will sell at auction on
Saturday the furniture and entire ou'n'
of the Carter House.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr.. T. p. Lippitt, Of this place, has Pur-
chased $50 acres Of Brumback tract Of land,
near Luray, containing large amount OF
pine and oak timber, bark, &c, and Will
locate q saw-miIl there at an early day.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Our spring stock of mattings, oil cloths
carpets. lace curtains and linen blinds are
now ready Prices very low.
BURNS & SHUGERr.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr.. Luke C. Strider has been nominated
by the President for justice of the peace for
the District Of Columbia.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

The John f. Shaull farm, near Middle
wav. was sold on Friday by Stephenson,
Kennedy and Baylor, Special Commission
er. 10 Mr. David Shaul at $500 per acre.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Messrs. Washington & Alexander have
adjusted the loss occasioned by the recent hre
in Mr.. C.. Weller's building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Bolivar decided against paved sidewalks
by vote of 90 to 81.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr.. VIM. Mock has laid new brick
pavement 10 front Of the property Of Miss
Anna Gallaher. on West Main street.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Messrs. Earushaw & Dooley have con
tracted TO tin-roOf buildings for Mr.. Geo.
". Thomas and Mrs Jane Starry
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

The interior of the postotice Is beng re-
arranged and improved by Mr.. Julius T.
Holmes.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Attention is directed 20 the advertisement
Of Messrs. Cameron S Chew, which appears
in this issue. These gentlemen will carry
O. large and well selected stock, al fair prices,
aud will. no doubt be literally patrOnized
and give general satisfaction
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr.. F. l.. Beller has prepared plan and
specifications for a dwelling to be erected at
Buena Vista, Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Ladies. come and examine our Sl99V
sewing machine. It is as good as ans high
arm machine for SO or $40.
Burns & SHUGEEr.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

The foundation for the Shaunondale Hotel
has been completed, and the frame is in
course Of preparation at Mr.. T. P. LiPpitts
establishment. The Hotel will be finished
and opened for the public early in the sum-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr.. r. l.. Beller is erecting frame dwell
ing for Mr.. ". F. Weirick, on the north
eide Of Liberty st., between Mildred and
Eas. streets.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Ia. seats Of three of the councilmen
do,su at the recent municipal election at
, aepherls,oan are contested, the ground OF
.hs contest being 40 old law requiring that
members OF the Council shall be freeholders,
which 60 IS claimed, the three gentlemen
$500 Ineligible 20 seats Hon. Vim. ID.
iuys-. is counsel for the contestants.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Work has been begun on an office build
ing for Messrs Geo. Campbell & Co, at
the north end Of lawyers row on George
street. in rear of courthouse It is TO be OF
brick finished in oiled pine and oak. Mr..
T. 4. Iippitt contractor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

The Harper's Ferry electric light scheme
seems TO have fallen through. The price
,seventy-fye cents lamp was too high.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Letters are advertised at Charleston Tor
Mary Anderson. J. a. Chew, j. B. Gardner,
Rev. :. A. Lewis and j. ;. Renner
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Any one who may have photograph Of
Charles McDonough, late Of MOsby's Com
mand. viii confer great favor on his aged
mother By communicating with her al
uarkesyille Berkeley county, West Va.
ELIZABETH MCDoNOUCH.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr.. J. W. Russell has a New Process
vapor Stove which the public is invited
to examine. 1t is TO be had in different
sizes, two, three and four burners, with oven
attachments. The heat is produced by gas
oline. There is no lighting cup, therefore
no smoke. no delay in starting. The burn
ers light spontaneously, like gas. The stove
is said to be excellent in every respect and
absolutely safe, and is guaranteed by Mr..
Russell to work satisfactorily if operated
according to directions.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
april 1890.
Public sales.

April y. ByJ. G. Wyatt, Hotel Furniture,
Kitchen Utensils, etc, Hack and
Horses.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr.. +. l.. Beller has erected an addition
10 the bark mill of Messrs. Geo. Campbell
& Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Mr.. j. c. Holmes has commenced im-
provements upon Mr.. J. Ed. Burns resi-
dence
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
CANNES Emulsion cures Consumption

The late DIR. Geo. B. Wood Prof Uniger-
sty of Pennsylvania, says.
lAs . remedy in Pulmonary Consumption,
Cod Liver Oil far exceeds any other"
DIR. Churchill, of Paris, says:
Consumption when not treated with the
Hypophosphites must be regarded as almost
always fatal, whereas, when used in time,
every patient may be cured by use of the
HypophOsphites."
Camm's Emulsion is composed of the Pur-
est Norwegian Cod Liver Oil combined with
the Hypophosphites of Lime and Soda with
Iron. DR.. G. f. Mason, of Charlestown,
says, Il am prescribing Camm's Emulsion
in my practice and it has given me great
satisfaction. With children it is the best
preparation Of Cod Liver Oil l have ever
used"
For sale by all druggists. Manufactured
only by E. A. CRAIGHILL q Co., Whole
sale Druggists, Lynchburg, Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
administrators Notice.

THE undersigned having been appointed
/ and having qualified on the 10Th inst. as
administrator with the will annexed OF Char
itv Jones deceased, of Halltown. all persons
having claims against the said estate are re-
auested to present the same daily proven to-
and all persons indebted to sale estate are re-
ouested to settle with me.
LEWIS F. NICHOLS,
Administrator of Charity Jones, decd.
March % lSgO-it.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

COLOR your Easter Eggs, Ribbons. Feath-
u ers. &c, with Easter Chips. -Four bright
eolors for sc at Z. D. EBf ,.
EVAPORATED Peaches, Apples Prunes'
u Plums and Apricots, for sale by
c. d. EBY.
HOMINY. Beans. Dat Meal Rice, Pickles
IL Oranges and Lemons at c. d. EbH ;.
HAVE YOU seen the Famous SOap-Two
III large cakes for &c at c. ID. EBH'SF
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
81 n- HRsonMAN 4 %.

We have Just received twenty-five dozen
of the celebrated Victor shirt waists. Ages
four to fourteen inclusive
WM. KAHN, Sadler Building.
We have now open our large and attrac-
tive line of clothing and furnishings for the
coming season. Your inspection of the
same is desired,
WM. KAHN, Sadler Building.
Our display of hats in stiff and crush is
conceded to be the largest and most attrac-
tive line ever brought 10 this market. We
would also call your attention to our hand
some line of children's jockey caps.
WM, KAHN, >adler Building.
We have now ready for your inspection
our large and complete stock of boys and
children's clothing in correct spring styles.
Our line this season is the most attractive
one ever placed on our counters. In school
suits we are offering some special bargains
WV. KAAE, Sadler Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09

Alta congregational meeting on saturday
Gle committee having in charge Che cor
,.upIated repairs 20 the Presbyterian
Church WAS directed 10 proceed with the
amr The improvements proposed include
-ssco.ng painting, heating apparatus, car
---- -nll-- etc
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-04-09
Total for the whole county,

Total for the whole county, SS,Sot
This amount is never sufficient.
Nor can we brag on our roads after this
large amount is expended on them annual
ly. and will be for all time to come. The
cost of making McAdamized roads from
Charlestown to Summit Point Is miles
would be $4,000; to Leetown 70 miles,
$4,000; to Dutiields, Shenandoah junction
and Shepherdstown turnpike (about 10
miles) SO, 000-making total of SD, 900.
The present annual outlay by the county
on roads is the interest on Sl50,OOO.
If the county would issue Its bonds for
S44, 900, bearing per cent. interest, land
that can easily be done and McAdamize
the above mentioned roads it would save to
the county about 81 900 year-enough to
wipe out the whole Indebtedness of the
county in twenty-five years.
That is not all that would be saved, to the
farmer, particularly. He would save in the
wear and tear of his wagon and carriage ;
ia time of going to and from the depot,
mills and towns. Besides he could haul
bigger loads with great ease to his team,
and market his crops at pleasure, free from
the dread of bad roads. If the above roads
were McAdamized Jefferson county would
indeed be the garden spot of the world and
her lands sought by men of substance and
worth from the North where good roads
are the rule and not the exception and who
have holy horror of bad roads.
My object is to draw the attention of the
public to the question of roads and to show
that we could have good roads with great
saving of money, time and wear and tear
of farm vehicles.
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