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Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1890-04-05

enteries, and pendants, bands and
special ornaments in cut jet, these of
wholly novel device, and magnificent.
Among all the draped, plated,
shirred blouse, and crossed bodices,
the plain glove-fitting French corsage,
laced at the back, is in high favor for
dressy wear. The front is fitted as
closely as possible by deep-curving
seam down the center, and by diagonal
French darts. The under arm seam is
gracefully arched, and the bodice is
deeply pointed.
The pretty supper jackets" of velvet
lined with rose, mauve, or other pretty
silk, will be worn all summer over airy
toilets of lace net, muslin or India silk.
C. ID. T.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1890-04-05
FACTS OF INTEREST.

THE cod-lshing industry of tho east
ern coast Of Long Island is better than
for many years.
THERE are over 100000 miles OF sub
marine cable in operation-sulIlcient to
girdlo tho earth four times.
IT HAS boon decided that Bedloe's ISL
and, on which the statue OF Liberty
stands. belongs to New Jersey.
THE number of telegraphic messages
annually transmitted in all parts OF
tho world may bs estimated at soo.'
100000.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1890-04-05

braided, and if the goods are UNI at
termed, rows of ribbon are largely used.
The charming creamy and silvery
tints in gray are noticed among choice
and expensive tailor gowns from Paris
and London. The elegant textiles COM
posing these dresses do not require any
intricate manipulation, and the Greek
effects and clinging draperies which
fashion favors are peculiarly adapted
to them. Some gowns are in princesse
shape at the back, with open redingote
fronts. Others are fashioned with
princesse fronts, with plaits or panel
pieces adjusted to the hips, or with
Grecian draperies arranged with classic
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1890-04-05
AN ELECTRIC LIGHT WIRE
Sets Fire to IA Grain Elevator and n Loss
of Nearly 100000 Ensues.


. of Nearly 100000 Ensues.
ST. LOUIS, March S1.-Saturday morn
ing an electric light wire set fire to the
five-story elevator of the John w. Kauif-
man Milling Company, on Twenty-frst
street. The flames were soon beyond
the control of the firemen and quickly
spread from the elevator to the mills ad-
joining. There were 10000 bushels Of
wheat in the elevator, all OF which Vas
destroyed. Sixty men were working in
the mills and elevator when the fire.
broke out. Many had narrow escapes
but all got out in safety. The factory
of the Walter A. Wood Reaper Company
was damaged to the extent of several
thousand dollars by water and flames.
The elevator and mills cost $500, 900 and
tho machinery and stock on hand were
worth $50, 900. The whole is total loss,
but covered by insurance.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1890-04-05

8 h @ er w DO | 8
either bordered
or Q ! a b o rately
braided. L h Q y
are d a / n t Il y
m a d o, for / n
stance, of softest
French camel's
hair in delicious
old rose tints, in
p a o E m pi r Q
green, in soft
grayish shades,
in the faint rosy
violets, and in
Marquise brown,
and the exquisite
dyes in d o v e,
fawn and gray so
dear always to
t h o arti s t | G
French W o m a n.
The collar, re-
vers and cuffs are
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1890-04-05
FASHION LETTER.
Handsome New Spring Costumcs-Diroo-
toiro and Empire Styles Still In Vogue
Charming Toilets.

Handsome New Spring Costumos-Diroc
toiro and Empire styles StIll In Vogue
Charming Toilets.
Especial New York Corrcspondence.l
The city is flied with elegantly at
stirred women, freshly gowned in new
spring attire. These handsome gar
ments are mostly plain recherche, and ex-
ceedingly stylish destitute OF eccentric
ity or surprising conspicuous features,
and remarkable chiefly for the fine quail
ity of the material, and their exquisite
fit and finish. There are Directoire and
Empire characteristics observable, and
often picturesque suggestions of the days
of Josephine or Marie Antoinette, but
so modified by good taste artistic judg-
ment, and the discretion that avoids
every thing bizarre, that it is positive
delight to behold fashion in its present
attractive phase. Throughout the past
winter it was predicted that the spring
would put an end to the Directoire and
Empire styles, but they flourish along
with other popular modes, and bid fair
to remain in high vogue for many
months to come.
Round and belted waists remain in
fashionable favor, notwithstanding the
great vogue of redingotes and polo
naises. Many beautiful spring toilets
in this style are made of the lovely
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1890-04-05

petticoats and Directoire redingotes Of
the figured silk, the skirt-portion
slashed to the waist, at intervals, to re-.
veal the filmy lace. There are full
fronts to the corsage, which give char
acter to the whole, and often mousque-
taire revers of velvet are added.
Fashionable modistes and ladies'
tailors are making great use of the
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1890-04-05

art and grace.
China silks ap-
pear in m o s t
tempting quail
ties and patterns.
These are usual
ly trimmed with
tinted or gay-col-
ored moire rib
bons the shade of
the figure in the
silk; and charm
ing, indeed, are
s o m 9 of these
toilets, a Zuave
jacket girdle and
8 q s h of moire
b 81 ng included
in the accesso-
ries. More elab-
crate and dressy
toilets of these
silks are made
wi t h rich lace
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1890-04-05

expensive Per-
s i a n-patterned
bands and gal
looms, employ
ing them with
stylish and un-
common Q # Q ct
on skirts, as
borders, and on
bodices a n d
street jackets.
B | a ck toilets
will be extern
s i v o l y worn
both in light
and stately ma
t eri ais. Ele-
giant black din
ner gowns for
p a s tie a S t Q r
wear are en-
riched by Per-
sian embroider-
les, gold, bronze
and silver passe-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
An Anecdote OF Lee.

"When Robert Edward Lee, said Col
onel Huse, one of the instructors at West
Point Military Academy, "was superin-
tendent here at West Point, was one of
the instructors, and l well remember be-
ing impressed with the calm poisc and
dignity of the man. | believe i have
never seen a man who could in the
twinkling of an eye, when he chose, in
case himself in ice as Colonel Lee could.
| will give YOU an example. You know
Colonel Lee did great deal for West
Point when here. He surveyed the
grounds. laid out new walks, and showed
a strong interest in the institution.
"One day he was laying out a new
walk. Instead of committing the prac-
tical part of the work to some one else,
he himself used the theodolite, and was
engaged in taking his measurements
when Captain Clitz, who was on duty at
the academy, passed by You remem-
Der Clitz poor fellow, who disappeared
a couple of years ago at Niagara Falls,
and has never been heard of since! He
was an instructor in the academy then,
and as he saw the superintendent bend
ing intently over the theodolite he good
naturedly-but with a disregard, perhaps,
of strict official etiquette-called out:
"'Why, what are you doing, Colonel
Lee!'
"For moment there was no answer.
Lee went on looking through the instru-
ment BY this time other officers, at
taches of the academy, had drawn near,
all eager enough to ask the same ques-
ton to which Clitz had committed him.
self, but each one apparently waiting
until they should hear the answer to
Clitz's query. After deliberately finish
ishing an observation and raising his
head carefully to note the presence of
the other officers, Colonel Lee, looking
first at their faces, then turning his cold
gray eyes on those of Clitz, he was not a
captain then, of course, and Colonel Lee
only gave him the rank as bit of pleas
antry, he replied. very distinctly:
That's my business, Captain Clitz
a hush stole over the scene, one by one
the officers walked away, and after that
nobody asked the superintendent ques-
t;one
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
A LIVING MICROSCOPE.
A Wonderful Boy Who Lives In Birming-
ham, England.


John Thomas Helsop, of Birmingham,
England, is lad whose powers Of vision
are marvellous. He is known as "the
living microscope" on account of being
able to see the most minute objects clearly
defined, says the Springfield Republican,
In 1878 or 1879 he was attacked with
some battling eye trouble, and came very
near losing his sight forever.
After the disease had reached its worst
there was an instant and startling change
for the better, which resulted in : COM
plete cure of all inflammation in an in
credibly short time. 1t was not cure,
however, that brought back the old eye
sight like that possessed by the average
genus homo When it returned 1t was
with extraordinary increased powers OF
vision. To John Thomas the most minute
plant louise was as large as a rabbit, and
the mosquitoes bill as large as an axe
handle. He could see and describe dis
tant minute objects with startling clear
ness and precision.
He was amazingly shocked upon re-
pairing to the well TO get a cooling
draught to see the immense number Of
hideous creatures that were floating,
fighting, and wriggling about in the
water From that day to this water has
never passed the lips of John Thomas
Helsop. His drink consists of coffee, tea,
and milk, thoroughly boiled. The doc
tors say that the entire organism of the
eye has undergone a structural change,
and that the cornea has become abnor-
mally ENLARGED.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
Before We Turn to Dust.

How long will human body remain
in the earth before it decays until it can
not be distinguished from the surround
ing clays is question as yet undecided
by the scientists. Much depends upon
the character of the soil and the different
elements of which it is composed. In
countries abounding in limestone, or,
again, in regions thoroughly saturated
with alkaline waters, human flesh will
retain natural color and firmness for
an indefinite period of time. The bogs
of Ireland have yielded up bodies fresh
andnatural that had been buried in their
Shiny depths for centuries. 1t is said to
be an historical fact that the bodies OF
three Roman soldiers were found III a
peat bog on the Emerald Isle in the year
1869 A. D., fresh and lifelike, although
they had been buried almost 16 centuries
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
a1irgiuia frse gress.
TERMS:
TERMS

eS-THE FREE PRESS is published weekly at
fiC0 Dollars and Flfty Cents Per AHuuaa.
r0- Oae Dollar and Ticeilfy-ttrc Cents Jor 81
Months
Es-The terms of advertising are, fora aSq9are
ione-inchl or less. one Dollar and FQtg Cents
for three insertiOns-larger ones IN the same
proportion. Each continuance FVty Cclts.
6H-No advertisement TO be considered by
che month or year unless specified on the man
uscript, or previously agreed between the par
ties.
E1-An advertisement not marked on the
COPY for a specified number Of insertions viii
be continued until ordered out, and PAYMENT
will be eyacted accordingly.
ES-REGULAR ADVERTISEMENT ayOlo
any misunderstanding on the part Of the an
nual advertisers 10 is proper 70 state distinctly
that their privilege only extends % their i'm
mediate business. Real Estate, Legal or other
advertisements sent by them 20 be an addition
al charge. and no variation.
Eo-Obituary notices of more than five lines
will be charged for.
JOB WORK.-Posters. Sale Bills, Circulars,
Cards etc, executed promptly, neatly and at
fair prices.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
Midsummer bu the Sea.


Ever attractive, and particularly at this
season of the year, is the seashore, with its
cool breezes invigorating surf bathing, and
nowhere on the Atlantic Coast, can one bet
ter enjoy himself than at Atlantic City, the
Brighton of America.
Where shall spend my vacation this
summer? is somewhat of problem with
most people, and this little item may help
them solve it with gratifying results to
themselves.
The expense Of most trips of any length
is an important factor in the discussion,
which in this case is reduced to minimum.
Board and hotel accommodations can be
had at Atlantic City st all prices, and BY
consulting the table of r. r. fares shown
below it will be found that trip TO this
great watering resort can be made at less
expense than to any resort within the same
distance, to say nothing of the attractions
to be found there.
The second excursion of the season is an
nounced by the Baltimore and Ohio X. K.
for Thursday, July 18th. We give below q
list of stations showing the time Of trains
and round trip rates of fare:
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
Woman and Her stomach.

woman is an omnivorous animal,
says a great London physician whose in
vestigation of woman's power Of eating
has led him to the conclusion that she Is,
as rule, much more fond of unreasonable
food at unreasonable hours than man.
"Men do not eat some things, continues
this observing practitioner, because
they know if they do they will be dys-
peptic and i'll tempered the next day, but
the frailest woman-bless her sweet soul
and strong stomach-will consume the
very things a man refuses and rise onthe
morrow without wrinkle on her face or
a ruffie in her temper to be comfort to
herself and to every one else. Heaven
only knows how they do it; the doctors
don't.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
Pon,peifan Fete.

Baltimore has in the past presented sum-
mer attractions which have made the city
very popular and drawn thither very many
people from this section. The Oriole Pa
geants. Trades Displays, Exposition, and the
like have been strong cards in the way Of
demonstrating the towns enterprise and lib
erality
This summer however the city is to eclipse
all previous efforts in the shape Of specta-
Gle, as the Pompeiian Fete is unquestionsbly
to be the biggest outdoor event ever attempt
! ed there.
The most extensive preparations are be-
ing made at Pompeiian Park were space
upward of six hundred feet each way has
been enclosed and where an ampitheatre is
now going up, capable of seating more than
twelve thousand people. A real lake over
three hundred feet long and a hundred and
twenty feet wide is being excavated, while
the representation of the ancient City OF
Pompeii will exceed in dimensions the larg-
est blocks of buildings in Baltimore.
Everything will be upon the very largest
scale, the number of people taking active
part in the rendition reaching nearly four
hundred.
The fete will commence on the evenings
of July Ind and 4th, and continue there
after every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
evenings, until August 9th. The b. & o.,
with its characteristic liberality in the way
of affording our people every opportunity Of
witnessing the splendid things Baltimore
gets up every summer, will put on tickets at
tie very low rate of one fare for the round
trip at all stations west Of and including
Wilmington, Delaware, and east of and in
cluding Oakland, Nd, aud Staunton, Va.
Information concerning definite days OF sale
and limit for return, etc, etc, will be fur
nished by b. & o. Ticket Agents.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16

Guinea.
In the rural parts of Norway corn is
used for coin. Pieces of silk pass as cur
rency in China, and cakes of tea in Thi-
bet. At the great fairs of Lower Novgo-
rod in Russia, tin is the accepted stand
ard of value. In the British West Indies
pins, slice of bread, a pinch of snuff,
or dram of whisky all have purchas-
ing power, while on the African coast
axes are the currency most in vogue.
The strangest coin of all, however, is
the ideal money spoken of by Montes-
quieu as being found in certain parts Of
Africa. This singular currency is called
"maconte, but is purely a sign of value
without unit.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
shflolps Consumption Cure.

This is beyond question the most success
full Cough Medicine we have ever sold, a
few doses invariably cure the worst cases OF
Cough, Group and Bronchitis. while its won
derful success in the cure of Consumption is
without parallel in the history Of medicine.
Since its first discovery it has been sold on
guarantee, a test which no other medicine
can stand. If you have Cough we ear
nestly ask you to try it. Price 10 cents. 80
cents, and $l.0O. If your Lungs are ssre,
Chest or Back lame, use Shiloh's Porous
Plaster. Sold by Geo. I. Light.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
Braddock Distillery,
CUMBERLAND, MARYLAND.

Cumberland, Nd, August. II, 1883.
Having been under assignment as United
States storekeepers and gaugers at the Brad
dock distillery of James Clark while in opera
tion. we hereby certify that in the manufac-
ture of the Braddock Pure Rye Whiskey only
rye and barley malt are used. Respectfully,
j. p. WILLARD,
L. II. TRooK,
JOHN H. You've,
Z. LILLIs,
L. S. Storekeepers and Gaugers,
Cumberland Nd, Aug. 13 1888.
james Clark & Co., DiStalers, DC, Cumberland =
GENTLEMEN-For several years past we have
used your whiskeys in our practice to the ex-
cusiOn of all others. Repeated trials OF your
Matted Rye and Barley Malt Whiskeys have
convinced us that they are the purest and most
uniformly reliable goods that we can ma Tor
our sick Yours truly,
THos. NJ. HEALY, NJ. ID.
w. w. WILEY, NJ. ID.
NJ A. r. F. CARR, NJ. D.
c. H. OHR NJ. ID.
Dr.E.K Godsborough. well-known ply
sician of Washington, d. c., writes:
Oakland, Nd, August H. 1888.
Messrs james Clark & Co., Cumberland, Nd:
Gentlemen-I take pleasure in saying that
regard your Braddock Whlskey as nne anu
excellent article, and cheerfully recommend 1t
for medicinal use.
Very truly yours,
E. H. GoLDssoRoUGH, NJ. ID.
Winchester, Va, Aug. 10, 1888.
james Clarke Ce Co., Cumberland. Nd:
Dear Srs-I have frequently used in my
practice here your Braddock Pure Rye and
Barley Malt Whiskeys. l believe them to be
perfectly pure and free from all adulterations
Yours truly, w. p MCGUIRE, NJ. ID.
July Is, ISS9-1y.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16

The receipts of the Relief Department Of
the B. & o. X. X. for the month Of April
were s3l ,00l6 disbursements, s31 1879 I;
benefits paid from May /, 1880, to March 81 !,
1889, 81, 1896, ,2s7.94 In that time there
were sol cases Of accidental death, 4,429
cases of accidental injuries, 1879 cases Of
surgical expense, 1852 cases Of natural
sickness, 953 cases of natural death-mak-
ing in all 81, ,264 cases.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
vapors of coal tar and its derivativ'

Vapors of coal tar and its derivatives
are alleged By NJ. Lemaire to be of great
prophylactic value. An inquiry was in
stituted by him in relation to this matter
in consequence of the immunity which
workmen specially occupied with tar en-
joyed during the late outbreak Of cholera
in France. He ascertained that this
class of workmen had not only not been
attacked by cholera, but were, as a rule,
free from skin diseases. A quarter of q
century ago Prof. Bouley, Of the veteri-
nary school at Afford, discovered that
gas works employees escaped during chol-
era epidemics.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
Ans,eer This Question.

Why do so many people We see around US
seem to prefer to suffer and be made mlser-
able by Indigestion, Constipation, Dizziness,
Loss Of Appetite, Coming Up of the Food,
Yellow Skin, when for IS cents we will sell
them Shiloh's System Vitalizer, guaranteed
to cure them. Sold by Geo. T. Light
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
shfloIls Catarrh Remedy.

Shiloh's Catarrh Remedy, marvellous
cure for Catarrh, Diphtheria, Canker Mouth,
and Headache. With each bottle there is
an ingenious Nasal Injector for the more
successful treatment OF these complaints
without extra charge. Price 80 cents. Sold
by Geo. T. Light.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
Carter House Recpened.
GEORGE 5. WATSON, Proprietor.

THE CARTER HOUSE has recently under
Il gone a thorough renovation-newly paint
ed. papered and furnished, and on Monday,
May 10Th, was reopened for the accommoda-
ton of the public. Transient or Permanent
Guests are assured that the best provision will
be made for their comfort in every p-rticular:
The House shall be model of neatness and
cleanliness and the table will be abundantly
and richly supplied Attentive and courteous
servants, only, will be retained, and the pro-
prietor will not only give general supervision,
but close attention to details so that the guests
of the House shall have no room for complaint,
but have complete satisfaction guaranteed
them.
May 21, 1890.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16

To TIE EDrron:-Plesss inform your readers
that have positive remedy for the sbovs-nsmsd
disease. By its timely use thoussnds Of fhepslsss
cases have been permanently cured. Ishan b glad
TO send two bottles Of my remedy YRKE 10 any Of
your readers who have consumption u they VIII
send me their Express and p. o. address. Respect
faliy. T.A eLocUns =. G. ~ Peax3 b.. y. =.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
Feb IS 1888
MOODY q sANKY Hymns, ?, 5, and 4.

MOODY & SANKY Hymns, ,, 5, and 4.
CCHOOL SUPPLIES have just received
- a stock of School Supplies-Lead Pencils,
Slate Pencils, Pens and Pen Holders, COmpO-
sitiOn Books.
DICTURE Frames-perfectly lovely Cores
L pOndence Cards" Daisies Playing Cards
from 70 cts. TO 75ots. Mourning Paper and En-
velOpes.
VACUUM Oil. for Harness CarbOlic Acid,
' % cts per bottle; Insect Powders, 90 cts.
D.-the very best Hog Powders so cts. h.
Sold by GEO T. LIGHT,
Oct. Is. 1884. Druggist.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16

Correspondingly low rates are made from
other stations on the line.
The tickets are good for Ten days from
day of sale, with the privilege of stoP-of
at Washington, d. c.. on the return jour-
ney.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
FOR THE TOWN CUSTOM

all orders will be deliyed at home of customer
Mr.. T. f. Eddy, an experienced miller, is in
terested with us in the Milling Business, and
will give prompt attention 20 all orders.
CHARLESTOWN WATER & MFG. co.
Aug - lSS9.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
The Jefferson Co. Mutual
Fire Insurance Company.
ESTABLISHED 1873.
r. a. ALEXANDER, Secretary.
Office, Gibson Building, Courthouse yard,
Charlestown.

OFFERS to the people of Jefferson County,
~ Insurance in a safe Company at the actual
cost of insurance, which is much cheaper than
the rates usually charged, and keeps the money
at home Good risks from responsible parties
are invited.
Executive Committee meets every Friday.
DrRECroRs-Jos Trapnell, Henry B. Daven-
port, j. Garland Hurst, John w. Rider, w. II.
+. Lewis, r. Preston Chew, VIM. l.. Wilson,
Eugene Baker, S. w. Washington II. l.. Snyder
Charles p. Wilson, Jehn II. little, Jacob 5.
Melvin, Z. G. w. Herr, isaac II. Strider.
COL. r. p CHEW, President.
II. B. DAVENPORT, ......... Treasurer.
EXECUTIVE CoMMITTEE-J. g. Hurst, VIM
II. T. Lewis, Eugene Baker, Isaac ii. Strider,
r. p Chew, 5. w. Washington.
LOCAL AGENTS s.-Middleway-J. G.. Shirley
Harper's Ferry-Chas f. Trail; Shepherds
J. S Fleming; DuffieldS-C. l.. .Barnhart;
Washington & Alexander.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-07-16
Barber Shop.

THE room in the rear of Watson House, in
L thealley, has been reftted and handsomely
furnished with improved Chairs &c, and will
be conducted by Samuel Brown. Customers
are assured of cleanliness in all the appoint
ments, and comfortable, prompt and courteous
attention. SAMUEL bhONNi
Clothes Renovated.
Nav y 1850