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yXTANTED-BY YOUNG MAN or STEADY
w habits quick and accurate at figures, n
position as assistant bookkccper or other Office
work Address Box 49, CITY poatoftlcc.
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nor RENT-RooMs, WITH FIRsT.CLAss
il board, at ~ 18th u. N. W.
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Nor RENT--3 ROOMS, 1903 l. ST N. W.;
IL with or without board
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yXTANTED-2 YOUNG MEN WISH POSI-.
w tons; one to work as student; other all
day. Call g25 u ri. n. W.
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Wy ANTED--BY A NEAT, RELIABLE col
w ored girl, situation as nurse. Call or adj
dress 1904 Rlgga st.
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vXTANTED-BY'A YOUNG LADY, TYPE.
wv writing or copying at home. Address @.
r., this office.
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.hSSJ@ PARTNERSHIP NOTICE.-NOrICE
VIZ is hereby given that Il. A. Butts and
A. F. Navarro have entered into q limited CO.
partnership under the name OF "E. A. Butts Il
for the manufacture and sale OF
"Tomato Fig" said partnership to continue
for five years from the 1sT DAY OF JANU-
AIRY, 1891, said Navarro not being liable for
any debts beyond tho amount by him paid in,
or the general assets OF said firm.
jal4.3taw-4wks A. NAVARRO.
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MISUNDERSTANDING AS BUTLER by
w German thoroughly competent In every
respect; best of references given. Is l. n. H. W.
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UTANTED-A SETTLED WHITE WOMAN
w for light homework; must come well rec.
commended. Apply at 400 LIST 81. II. w.
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yyTANTED-LADY WISHES A POSITION
w as orgnnst or will give lessons; terms
reasonable. Address 20s 9TH At. =. e.
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uTANTED-BY A GOOD PENMAN, A PO-
w stion ne bookkcepcr or shoe salesman.
ID. +. BALDWIN, 10 Defrees 1t.
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FOR SALE AND RENT.

ID EAL ESTATE BULLETIN.
THOMAS E. WAGGAMAN, OF + street
Changes made Wednesdays and Saturdays.
THREE-ST0RY BRICK AND FRAME
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NIANTED-A WHITE GIRL FOR CHAM
w berwork and general Homework for q
small family: no children; suitable person
will have good home. Inquire at 529 9th II. W.
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NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

WANTED-Mls CEi.iA Eoos..
VJTANTED-INSTRUC IN ENGLISH
wv from Z to Sp. IN. ut 50S 18th IT, N. W. Il.
STEARMAN.
VNIANTED-TO BUY, ON EASY PAY
preferred. Address II. NJ. O., this office.
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COMMISSIONER or DEEDS,

~ s,BUNDY, COMR or DEEDS FOR ALI
-. States aud Territories, 4jS La ave. opp
CITY Hall.
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NOR RENT-1i3J 12TlI ST. n. W.-LARGE,
l. nicely furnished I'd story front room in u
small private family.
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yNIANTED-BYA BRIGHT BOY, sITUA-
w ton In grocery or provision store; George.
town preferred. Address H. d. +. NJ, 1916 +
1T. n. W.
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J1oNRENT-15i0 sTH ST. y. WI NICELY
j. furnished room, with heat, gas and bath; si5
per month
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yITANTED-BY A 15-YEARoLD COLD
w boy, n situation OF any kind. JOHNNY
STEWART, 21t0 10th st. n. W.
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VXTANTED-BY AN EXPERIENCED ELE-
w vator boy (whitc) of II years, u position
to run elevator for hotel or office building; can
furnish reference. Address or apply, q. g. D.,
I41S 9th IT. n. W.
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yJTANTED-BY A WELL EDUCATED
w youth, II years old, position in real estate
or patent attorneys Office to learn the business;
references furnished. Address HOWARD
WILSON. 80 Mass. nYc. II. w.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19
The Assembly Bali at "WiId Goose
Fdrnt.v

want to tell you, dear Free Press" what
delightful evening l spent last week at
"Wild Goose Farm"-the occasion being
the grand ball given by Mr.. Henry Shep-
herd to the people of Jefferson county. If
this epistle savors of the school-room, in re-
gard to an abundance of personal pronouns
and superhuous adjectives, pardon my mis-
takes and credit them to my enthusiasm.
A crowd of young people, accompanied
by chaperones, left Charlestown early in the
evening of August 9Oth. After a drive of a
few hours through beautiful Jefferson coun-
ty, we reached Shepherdstown. The mac
adamized road leading from that town to
the Shepherd home is one of the best in the
country, having been built by Mr.. Shop
herd at an immense cost. 1t is about four
miles in length In few minutes we we're
at the entrance to "Wild Goose" A long
avenue lighted by gay lanterns and shadow
ed by immense oak trees lead US to the Sec
ond gateway. Here we alighted from our
carriages and were welcomed by Mr. Shop
herd and his handsome sons. A temporary
Pavilion had been erected here among the
trees. Near by were tables decorated with
flowers and laden with delicacies. The mu
sicians aided in welcoming us with strains
of sweet melodies. Passing through the pa
Wilton we followed the path leading to the
mansion-a handsome old-fashioned house
surrounded by broad verandas. While thegirls
donned their party dresses sat on the front
balcony and gazed at the scene spread be-
fore me. 1t was one of brilliancy. Among
the branches of the.large oaks were hung
Japanese lanterns, and suspended from the
trees, down the center of the drive leading
to the pavilion, we're chandeliers formed of
circles of gay-colored lights. The bright
pavilion, in the distance, with the figures of
the dancers gliding here and there, was a
marvel of beauty. The sweet notes of
waltz greeted my ears the pale moon shed
its rays, family through the trees; the air
was laden with perfume. [ imagined my
self in fairyland. The scene was realiza-
tion of my brightest dreams of what nature
and art could accomplish in producing a
vision of loYliness. The girls, attired in
dainty costumes, soon joined me, and we
walked under the brilliant arches to the pa
Wilton. Here we were introduced to Mrs.
Shepherd, most charming lady. The
dancing kept up until late hour. AT in
tervals rockets were sent whizzing down the
long avenue of trees. While the musicians
were at supper Mr.. r. D. Shepherd lead
party of young men in singing college songs
and glees, to guitar accompaniment. Iney-
err saw more attentive hosts-they exerted
themselves every moment of the evening for
the entertainment of their guests. We left
in the "wee sma'" home for home-the first
bright rays of the rising sun guiding our
way. l am sure all the young people in
Charleston will join me in thanking Mr..
Shepherd and his family for a delightful
evening, and in wishing them all future hap
piness. MADELINE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Mr. Charles Porterfeld left on Saturday
for St. Paul, Minnesota, where he will re-
sumo business with the West Publishing
Company.
Rev. Franck II. Hayenner and son,
Franck, left on Saturday for Emory Grove
camp meeting-thence to home at Monck-
ton, Maryland.
Sergeant Claude E. Haines left for Wash
ington City last week to join the Washington
Light Infantry Corps in their excursion to
Ocean View, Va, and eight days encamp-
ment.
Mr.. Henry Huntsberry, father of Mrs.
w. T. Mauck, of this place, and Mrs. Fsrra
Tanquary both of Charles Town, W. Va,
are visiting Mr.. and Mrs. Mauck.- Wood
stock Herald.
Miss Lucy Young, of Jefferson county,
w. Va, who spent some weeks with her
aunt, Mrs. w. T. Mauck, of this place, re-
turned to her home on Thursday of last
week. Woodstock Herald.
Mr. VIM. Brown, of Philadelphia, broth
err of Mayor Brown, and Mr. Louis Matthei
and daughter, Della, of Baltimore, father
and sister of Mrs. Gustav Brown, are visit
ing the Mayor and family.
Mrs. Amelia d. Woodford, of Kentucky,
is visiting the home of her father, H. B.
Davenport, Esq. Miss Clay, of Kentucky,
is with her. Mr.. J. G. Davenport, of Roam
oke, is also visiting the parental home.
Governor Fleming has appointed Hon.
B. d. Gibson, who for two terms has repre-
sente this county in the House of Delegates,
as a member of his staff with the rank of
colonel We salute you, Colonel Gibson.
Mr.. and Mrs. Krepps, of Brooklyn, n. Y.
and Mr. and Mrs. Hartman, of Washington,
were at the Misses Wares within the past
few days. Together they are exquisite in
song, and we are sorry we did not know of
their presence until too late.
Hon. VIM. L. Wilson and Capt. George
Baylor left on Thursday evening last for
trip via the Great Lakes to Duluth. We
understand they are to be Of company of
gentlemen high up in public life-including
ex-senator Edmunds, of Vermont.
Mr.. Robert Dalrymple, the publisher of
hotel registers and constructor of signs and
advertising desks-specimens of which can
be seen in the principal hotels of the cOun-
try-was in town last week. He is now So
iourning at Green's Mountain House, near
Harper's Ferry.
Mrs. Letitia Tyler Semple and Miss Lou
Seawen, who have been sojourning for weeks
past at Mr.. c. Horace Gallaher's, and will
return, went to Clarke on Tuesday after
noon. An interesting baptismal service is
to be performed there and Mrs. Semple will
be God-mother to a child of a relative
Rev. Mr.. Tyler
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19
Church Notes.

Rev. T. B. Shepherd will preach in the
Baptist Church on Sunday morning.
Rev. J. w. Tongue preached in the NJ.
E. Church, South, on Sunday morning.
Rev. II. P. Hamill will preach at Hall
town next Sunday afternoon at o'clock.
Services in st. James Catholic Church
next Sunday morning, at 1Ol o'clock. Pub
lie invited.
After an absence of several weeks preach
ing Rev. DR.. A. G. Hopkins occupied his
own pulpit on Sunday last-morning and
night.
The annual meeting of the Bible Society
will be held in the Presbyterian Church
next Sunday night. Rev. DR.. Cotton, the
accredited agent for West Virginia, will be
present. Addresses may be expected. This
is an occasion when the congregations of
all the churches unite.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19
A ROAance.

She was fair-and my passion begun
She smiled-and / could not but Lowell
But when from afar detected cdtdrrh,
No beauty my passion could move
In despair she sought doctors in vain,
Till She learned of "Humanity's boon 3
Now her breath is as sweet as the dew
Which falls upon roses in June.
Tonight as we sit in our home,
And kiss her sweet lips Ter and Ger,
We bless DR.. Sage in our bliss,
For the JOY that he brought to our door.
There is no disease more trying to friend
ship than catarrh The constant effort t
clear the throat and nose, the foul breath
all the features of the disease, make it e
much dreaded by the friends as by the vic
tim. Humanity has cause to bless DR.. Sage
for his "Catarrh Remedy" The manufac
turers offer to forfeit $500 for any case they
cannot cure.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

The Washburn & Arlington Circus gave
an exhibition here on Saturday. The men,
agerie part of the show consisted of three
fine dromedaries; but we are informed the
performances were good. 1t is little dis
creditahle to the management of an insti
tuition that was even tolersbly well spoken
of that it should have gone away utterly
forgetful of the fact that it was indebted for
a small amount to one of the newspaper Of
fees. The FREE PRESS sized it up when
it remarked that it was mot so big as Bar
NUNS aggrega.ion-but enough OF it."
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

The annual bush-meeting of the United
Brethren will be held at Shenandoah juno
ton on August 22d and 2Sd. Preaching on
Saturday night in the Presbyterian Chapel.
All day services on Sunday in Mr.. John 0.
Aglionby's Camp Grove. Preaching and
sacramental services on Sunday night in
Presbyterian Chapel. The Revs. J. R. Ri
denour, P E., and W. L. Martin, of Myers
vile, Nd, will be present. Persons desir-
to erect refreshment stands on the ground
should apply to committee for privileges
and terms. Pops, liquors, tobaccos and CT
CARS are prohibited J. F. PAINTER,
S. o. Dunn,
Committee.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

We have recently had the pleasure of the
perusal of a volume of short stories, the
scenes laid in this country and in Europe,
entitled Maid Marian and Other Stories
very spicy and brightly Miss Mary
Seawell, of Washington Oity-sister of Miss
Lou Seawell who is sojourning at Mr.. @.
Horace Gallaher's. She especially excels in
dialect stories, and in this betrsys her Vir-
GINA origin-a betrayal of which she is not,
doubtless, nor need be, ashamed.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19
4 summer Board-er,s Lament.

l think, Mr.. Editor, that our board walk
ought to be put in better condition. When
l relate my experience to you l am sure
YOU will sympathize with me and think so,
too. Last week Baltimore beau of mine
came up to Charlestown to stay over Sun
day. Sunday night was an ideal moonlight
night, so we thought we would take stroll
(Oh, unwary ones > out the boards" We
managed to get out safely, with the excep-
ton of here a slip and there a stumble. But
coming back the moonlight and beautiful
scenery began to take effect and we waxed
sentimental. Now, Mr.. - is a tall man,
intellectual looking even without glasses,
and very matter-of-fact. He has known me
for years and has never become the least bit
soft" But this night we approached the
subject of love. l twitted him with being
incapable of sentiment, etc. "Miss -"
he said, "my feelings are too deep for ut
terance; you think me all on the surface /;
YOU don't believe could ever fall in ---"
Here the poor fellow disappeared-he had
fallen in a hole in the board walk. fished
him out, put him on his feet again, and we
managed to walk home. Now, Dear Mr..
Editor, think what might have happened if
it had not been for that unlucky hole in the
boards
Mr.. Boomers,-remember my sad fate and
have the walk repaired for the use of
"spOoney couples" They may propose
and be accepted, and you know weddings
help to promote the welfare of the town.
MADELINE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19
DIED.

At the residence of its parents in George
town, D. C., August l4th, 1897, LENARD, in
FAINT SON of J. w. and Jennie NJ. Blessing. The
remains were inferred in Edge-Hill Cemetery
here, on Saturday
On Thursday, August 9th, 1891, Mr.. JOHN
K. SMITH, of Harper's Ferry, aged 76 years.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Miss Sublette advertises the re-opening Of
bsr school for boys aud girls on the 9th
p,oximo. She is very successful in teach
inc the young idea how to shoot" and is
popular with her pupils.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19
.Ig.FRRFED.

At the residence of the brides father. Aug.
18th, 1891, by the Rev. ]. r. Graham, D. D.,
of Winchester, Va, Rev. H. TUCKER Ora
HAM, son of the officiating minister to Miss
LILLIAN GORDON, youngest daughter of
Col. William Baskerville, Of Eagle Point,
Mecklenburg Co. Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Messrs. Diehl & Bro. have placed a hand
some monument in the Bolivar Cemetery
over the grave Of Mr.. Randolph Strider,
who was killed a few months ago by B. *
d. train.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Lightning struck the house Of Mr.. VIM.
Butler, three miles from Shepherdstown, on
Tuesday Of last week, and made a big hole
10 the roof, but the dwelling was not set on
fire and no one was hurt
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

llessrs. W. @. Carroll, Gustav Brown and
vs.. F. Weirick are having a splendid brick
pavement laid along their property on
Charles street north from Main. Mr.. G. W.
Mock has the contract
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Mr.. George W. NARROW on Thursday last
shipped by the \. & W. tweuty-eight head
of beef cattle-weighing one thousand lbs.
each.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Ladies clean your Kid gloves with Math-
ers Glove Cleaner, for sale only by Burns
& Shugert-where may be found a full line
of dressed and undressed kid gloves in all
tbs mos. desirable shades.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

The postmaster at Charleston adyertises
l,,,s,. for Horace Bell, W. W. Johnson,
Mary McIahon and Chas. V. Wagner.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Mr. +. L. BeIlar has contracted to erect
a frame dwelling for NJ. Maurice Kahn, on
the lot next south Of Mr.. Abram Stump, on
South George street. Mr.. Geo. w. Armen-
trou, viii build the foundation.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Mr.. W. S. Kennedy of this town has ar
ranged for the sale Of his valuable property
in Hagerstown.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

The Washington sharp shooters were ex-
psc.ed so Green's Mountain House, near
Harper's Ferry, yesterday-to remain until
.he 5lst They have made excellent selec-
ton of a place to have a good time.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

HM. Wilmington has just received
,,r.load Of stoneware of fine quality, which
viii be sold cheap.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Harry Wilmington keeps nice fresh can
dies and Iron Cross cigars.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

w,vrrn.-Old time mahogany furniture,
,lo,t. brasses, &c Address, JOHN TREB-
~. o. North Howard street, Baltimore.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Charles Fox, colOred, lost horse in the
ON. below town by a B. & o. train.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Mr. Geo. W. NARROW on Wednesday sold
20 Mr.. G. f. Wall a 5l0-pOund pig.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

The proper place in town to buy iresh
crackers. cakes and candies is II NJ. Whit
tiDgton's
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

We had a storm on Tuesday. It was ter
n'yng IN appearance, but, as usual, passed
OF wi,hou, inhicting damages worth men
aon. We often refer to our immunity from
damaging storms. We do not know that we
are deserving but God knows. He placed
Che mountains East and South and North
Of us and they protect US. Are we duly
grateful?
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

The best are the cheapest; then try Iron
Cross cigars.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

One Of Mr. Scott Weller's improved iron
doors has been put to the cellerway Of the
store Of Burns & Shugert. These doors
lgb, TO be in universal use. Nothing
a5ou. them on which to stub your toe.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Capt j. II. L. Hunter died at his resi-
lsuce az Dutheids, in this county, on Mon
Gay -as,-aged about 63 years. He was
"e.-known citizen Of the county engaged
a. times in merchandising and farming
ne was Captain in the Confederate service
commanding a company Of the ID Regi-
neat 'Stonewau Brigade" His remains
were iuteued in Edge Hill Cemetery
This morning.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Mr A. ID Goetz, the head Of the great
Harness Factory that viii be in operation
here in a few days, was here for several
days within the past week. In a very little
while after the beginning Of operations he
expects 20 have regularly employed one
hundred persons and will add men and
machinery as occasion requires. His fine
large brick dwelling house is nearing COM
p.eti01.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

GOOD smoke, you say; then try Iron
Cross cigars.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Cap. 3D. Russell, formerly of Harper's
Ferry one Of the oldest and best known
conductor. on the line Of the b. S O. r. R.,
died 10 Harrisonburg last week. The prime
cause O., bis death is supposed to have been
Injuries received several years ago while
coupling cars.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

The Town Council Monday night ordered
pavement TO be laid along the properties of
Mr Getzendaner and Messrs. Earnshaw *
Doo'ey. on Congress street, and in front Of
.as premises Of Mrs Brooks, ON Main street.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Misses Ora Tomlnson, Bette Beller, FL
ae Cramer and Mrs. Geo W. Henson,
teachers in the public schools Of Charles
Town, we're re-appointed on Friday last for
,he coming scholastic year We think the
officials having the power Of appointment
and thus exercising it deserve commenda-
ton
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19
iug,,st 10, 1891

Troncrosssegars are the best.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

The Locke store room, opposite Bank Of
Chare-town, has recently been re-ftted and
-elvenated for the occupancy Of NJ. R.
B.urs who viii conduct therein general
grocery and notion business, including glass
AMI ggeen.ware, etc Advertisement next
week
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Ben Robinson, son Of Aunt Betsy, who
lls gone 70 her reward, broughtus a basket
Of apples on Friday. We revere the mem
o-y of the good old lady, and appreci-
a.e Beu's recollection Of kindnesses she was
Won. through many years to extend to us.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-08-19

Mr.. Charles Porterfeld left on Saturday
for st. Paul, Minnesota, where he will re-
sumo business with the West Publishing
Company.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-12-18

Dr. Augustus LIE Plongeon writes in the
New York Herald an explanation of the
blood flowing from nail marks in the
hands, feet and sides of woman at
Louisville, while the woman is in a state
Of trance The woman is extremely de-
vout, attending the Catholic church
daily. The walls of her room are COW
cred with pictures of the crueifixion.
She meditates constantly Oh religious
subjects. Added to this she can neither
read nor write. She remains at home,
with nothing to distract her mind from
religious meditation. She is attended
and surrounded by devout Catholics like
herself those who believe in the genuine
ness of all the. ordinary traditions con-
nected with the crucifxion.
Such are the conditions. At stated
intervals the woman sinks into trance.
The frances come on Friday, the day
fixed in popular belief as that on which
the crucifixion occurred. Blood oozes
from spots in the palms, feet and sides
of the woman, and she suffers agonies of
pain. Cold science takes up the case,
whose genuineness there is no reason to
doubt, and answers: Imagination, all
imagination. DR.. LIE Plongeon says ply
sicians well understand that the imagi-
nation in susceptible subjects is able to
accomplish even this seeming miracle.
The oozing of blood through the skin
under powerful mental emotion is thor
oughly authenticated in the annals Of
medical science. A powerful hypnotizer
could easily produce this effect on the
simple minded Kentucky woman, or she
could hypnotic herself unconsciously
and produce the same effect. Travel,
change of surroundings, other influences
acting powerfully on her mind. would
cure her.