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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
Hon. Tu,. L. ITiIson.

Our readers have seen that the Board Of
Trustees have selected the Hon. VIM. l..
Wilson for the Presidency Of Richmond
College, this office having been now for the
first time established A. an administrative
feature ofthein,titution. One of our Rich
mond contemporaries expresses the sincere
hope. rs we'll on account of the community
As on account of the college, that he will &C
cept the prodered position. That he would
make most admirable College president,
the equal Of Eliot at Harvard or Gilman at
Johns Hopkins, is altogether certain. This
is assured by his varied and ripe scholar
ship, his fine native endowments, his sound
Judgment, and his successful experience in
an identical position, as President of the
West Virginia University. And it Is equal
ly certain that the city Of Richmond would
be most fortunate in saluting As citizen so
accomplished and genial gentleman. But
for all this, it is our sincere hope that he
will not feel it his duty to accept the fiat
tering call. In his brief Congressional ca
reer he has shown himself to possess in a
very high degree the attributes Of q saga
cious. conservative statesman; a powerful,
pungent debater; and stalwart defender
of the principles of constitutional govern
men. aud States rights against the central.
izing aud destructive aggressiOns of the Re
publican party. Such man cannot, espee'-
aly ~ this critical coajuHet,Te IN oar national
politics, be spared By the Democratic party
and te cause Of popular, reprcseafatire gor-
srnncnt The pent-up Utica of college
presidency should not confne his powers
Such position, to be sure, is an important
one and. when worthily filled, replete with
in its sphere with fsr-reaching, benefcen'
influences. But of far wider influence are
the powers of suck nan in the popular
branch of our national legislature, the de-
Lucrative and law-making body, which i:
the most potential for good or evil that now
exists upon this terrestrial globe.
It was Burke, we believe, who in The
good-naturej satire of Goldsmith,
Though born for the Universe, narrowed hi
mind,
And TO party gave up what was meant Tor man
kind.
We could not without regret see this ris
ing and robust young statesman and scholar
give up even for the responsible position o
4 college presidency capabilities which, ii
our opinion, predestiue him to a splendiC
career of usefulness and honor in the aren't
of national politics.-LyachJWg Ijrgu'io1'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
Hon. Wnl. L. Wilson.

The selection Of Hon. VIM. l. Wilson by
the board of trustees of Richmond College
TO I'm the position of president in that insti.
tuition. an office which has been established
for the first time as a part Of its administra-
ton, was an act of eminent fitness, and one
that will give universal satisfaction in this
city.
Il is TO be very sincerely hoped, As much
ON account of the community Is ON account
of the college, that Mr. Wilson will find it
in his power to accept the offer which has
been made him. As the presiding officer OF
the college he would bring to bear in the
performance Of his dutie not only pro-
found, exact and varied scholarship, but also
practical ability of the very highest order
and a special experience in the line of his
official work acquired during his iucum-
beucy of the same position ~ president of
the University of West Virginia While he
was at tho head of that institution he gave
unmistakable indications Of unusual exec
utlye talent. which WAS only overshadowed
by the splendid reputation which he has
won as a member of the House of Repre-
sentative>.
IL is this combination of practical ability
with the tastes of an accomplished scholar
which constitutes the most notable feature
Of Mr., Wilson's character. 1t is not often
that we find all the highest traits of the
student, the statesmen, the debater and the
executive officer united in the same man.
This community would have reason to
congratulate itself if Mr. Wilson should be-
come a permanent resident Of Richmond. as
he would do for all practical purposes il he
should decide TO accept the presidency of
Richmond College The Office just created
cannot be purely honorary one. 1t will
necessarily impose duties on its incumbent
thai will require his presence here during a
large part of each year. This would mean,
in case Mr.. Wilson accepted, that he would
be a citizen of Richmond, 4 fact of great
importance when it is recalled that he Is
generally admitted to be one of the ablest
and most accomplished men in the United
States. -Ricim0Rd Nq'e.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
nGfre Is q LIT 80

do send doan something to help US ~
Those little Peasant Pellets, you sent be-
fore, were Just what We wanted = They
helped righ, were we were weakest" Don't
send anything else.
Nature, abused aud neglected does her
best to overcome exhaustion and ward of
threatening disease, but sometimes calls for
help. and knows just what she's about. The
system takes kindly to the mild, wholesome
often their tim y assistance correctS evils
which would soon lead to serious results
With The first signal of distress, nature will
thank YOU for remembering her request
Therefore. if lauguid, easily tired, bad taste
in mouth. bowels irregular OF constipated,
give nature lift by taking DR.. Pierce's
Pellets. Best Liver Pill made.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
NOTICE TO LIEN.HOLDERs.

TO all persons holding liens by judgment or
otherwise on the real estate or any part
thereof, of i. X. Custer:
Inpursuance of 4 decree Of the Circuit Court
of Jefferson County, West Virginia, made i'll
a cause therein pending. to subject the real es-
tate of the said l.. X. Custer to the satisfaction
of the liens thereon, you are required to present
all claims held by you and each Of you against
the estate of the said L. K. Custer. which are
liens on his real estate or any part of il, for
adjudication to me, at my office in Charles
town, West Virginia, on or before the Dist day
of January. 1892
Given under my hand this DIST day of De-
cember, 1891.
CLEON MOORE, Commissioner.
Dec %. eft.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
the FIRST symptoms OF Death

Tired feeling, dull headache, pains in va
rious parts of the body, sinking at the pit of
the stomach, loss Of appetite, feyerishness,
pmples or sores, are all positive evidence Of
poisoned blood No matter how it became
poisoned it n,ust be purified to avoid death.
Dr. Acker's English Blood Elixir has aerer
failed to remove scrofulous or syphiitc poi
son. Sold under positive guarantee
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Colleges in Missouri and Virginia-per-
haps elsewhere have held out to Represen-
tatiys VIM. L. Wilson the bait tempting to
sschoIar, Of the college presidency. but it
is hoped by hi, many admirers in other
fields of action that he may continue to re-
sist the temptation. The public generally
recognize in the young West Virgiuian the
qualities seen by the college trustees along
with others which Il, him for leadership in
politics and high rank among United
States statesmen and publicists \ man
without the latter qualifications are having
them in a smaller degree than Mr.. Wilson
should be selected by Richm ud College
Uc,fnqf9, Na-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
Life is an ocean,
Ill, ona hoe his bqrE

Some have bark they would gladly be
rid ola ceaseless, persistent, determined
cough present by day, not absent by night.
Ifyou take the wings of the morning and fly
to the uttermost parts of the earth, it will go
with you There is just one thing to do:
begin thorough treatment with Dr. Pierce
Golden Medical Discovery, and the problem
is solved You will soon wonder where 1t is
gone, and when it went The picture is not
overdrawn-colds,l lingering and obstinate
coughs, and even Consumption, in its early
stages, yield to this potent vegetable COM
pound. Large bottles, one dollar, at drug
eists, and guaranteed to benefit or cure, in
every case, or money returned by its
makers.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Hon. ". l. Wilson is not only an able
statesman aud one of the most distinguished
men in Congress, but he is an exceptionally
6ne college man, and the trustee, of Rich
mond College did a sensible thing in elect
Ing him president Of that institution. The
college is in irst.class shape, out a man
ike Wilson would give it a national popu-
larity and influence that would be OF great
benefit. Hon j. L. NJ. Curry and Hon. j.
Taylor Ellysou, who have a personal ac-
quaintance with that gentleman that is quite
Intimate we believe, are inclined to think he
will accept.
We suppose he could accept the presi-
dency OF the college aud still stay in Con-
ess.-Ricbm0nd STATE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
LO,c Rates ria Il. &c o. IL. X. for Christ
mas aud NelC Year Holidays.

For Christmas and New Year holidays
the b. & O. r. r. will sell tickets at greatly
reduced rates at all stations east Of the Ohio
River. Tickets will be sold from Deem
Der Ord to January lst inclusive, and will
be valid for return passage until January
fl, ;n,lu,iva
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Mrs. Nancy Britt Kennedy, the oldest
woman in Augusta, Ne, died Saturday
morning. At an early hour she got up and
commenced praying that she might die, and
continued her prayers for nearly three-quar
tiers OF an hour, when she fell to the floor
dead. The deceased Is the woman whose
age hr- been extensively reported as one
huh and eighteen.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

The Democratic Senators concede the
leadership to German and Faulkner by
eecting both of them unanimously as the
executive officers of the caucus. Expert
ence has proved that they are equal to the
responsibilities of the positions.-Fariers-
burq Sentinel
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Speaker Crisp rendered the second place
on the Ways aud Means Committee 10 Mr..
Mills but he declined it but as 10 other
assignments left the matter to the pleasure
or Judgment Of the Speaker
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
NOTICE TO LIEN-HoLDERs

NUIICE 10 LILN-HULDLKo.
To all persons holding liens by judgment or
iotherewise on the real estate or any part there
of, of John Mcknight:
In pursuance of decree of the Circuit Court
of Jefferson County made in cause therein
pending, to subject the real estate Of the said
John Mcknight to the satisfaction ofthe liens
thereon, you are hereby required to present all
said John Mcknight, which are liens on his real
estate or any part of it. for adjudication TO me,
at my Office in the town of CharleStown. West
Virginia, on or before the 22nd day Of Janua-
~, 1892.
Given under my hand this DIST LAY OF De-
cember, 1891.
CLEON MOORE, Comm'r.
December %. Isgi--it.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
The Christmas stock of Geo. H. Hagley

The Christmas stock of Geo. H. Hagley
is not surpassed in the Valley towns. 1t
comprises goods that are at once acceptable
and serviceable as gifts. Clothing Of good
fabrics aud substantially and fishonaby
made. Gents furnishing goods, all along
the line from a shoe-string or necktie to
the fine shirt or night-robe. Shoes of all
sizes and for all conditions Rubber goods,
notions, trunks, gripsacks, etc.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Ex-President Cleveland spoke at the
Brooklyn New England Society dinner on
Monday night las, and elOqu'ntly urged the
Importance Of the cultivation of spirit Of
true Americanism.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

An enterprising member of the Slusher
family of Pennsylvania claims to have dis
covered good title of his forefathers, who
prior to 1885 lived at Winchester, to the
earth upon which the historic town rests
and proposes to file claim He ought to
have been there about thirty years ago to
help defend the sacred soil.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
.Ve,C advertisements.
Commissioners Notice.

In the Circuit Court of Jefferson County,
West Virginia,
O. HORSEY, The Real Estate and Judgment
Company of Baltimore City, Corporation,
and The United States Express Company,
Plaintiffs.
VS..
L.R. CUSTER, r. c. Steptoe, Horace Beall,
DIN Beall. T. C. Green, Trustee, George Bay
lor. Trustee, Samuel r. Barr, Trustee, and
T.. T. Platt Trustee, Defendants.
IN CHANCERY.
Extract from decree of Dec. 10th, 1891:
at is ordered and decreed that this cause be
referred to CleoE Moore, Commissioner in
Chancery, who is instructed to ascertain OF
what real estate the defendant, l.. r. Custer, is
seized, its location, quality, value and rental
value; to convene the lien creditors of said
Custer. and ascertain the amounts of said debts
secured by the said liens, and the priority oil
the said liens. distinguishing between the liens
binding the whole of said realty and those up
on only portion thereof:
Copy-Teste:
r. w. LATIMER, Clerk.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

We will not hear the meliduous voice OF
Gen. Golf from the hastings next summer
and fall, but something about "the broad
shield Of American law" may percolate
through prououncements from the Circuit
bench.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Gen. John r. Kenly, distinguished vet
Gran of the Mexican and civil wars, and
LAWYER. died of pneumonia at his home in
Baltimore Sunday morning. He will be re-
membered by old soldiers as the commander
of the First Maryland regiment of Federal
soldiers, confronted and captured at Front
Royal by the First Maryland Confederates'
under Gen. Bradley Johnson. he
also, along with ex-President Hayes in
command, fought Gen. Johnston at Ripon,
in this county. Gen. Kenly was highly re-
garded as soldier, and was held in high es-
TEEN as a citizen Of Baltimore. As hero
of two wars, and entitled to pensions, he
would not apply for nor receive them-and
in this regard was almost exceptional
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
Commissioners Notice.

IN the Circuit Court Of Jefferson County, West
l. Virginia
ALBERT f. DAVIS, Sheriff of Jefferson Coun.
III tIfi O0'"' Nu'' g l. j. u john ''''' ''''",
vs..
JOHN MCKNIGHT and Sarah Mcknight, Iii.
wife, VIM. l.. Wilson, Trustee, John I. Gibson,
John NJ. Coyle George Baylor, Trustee, First
National Bank of Jefferson, W. Il. Hender-
son, VIM. II. Travers, Trustee T. p. Lppitt
and H. c. Becxham Defendants.
Extract from decree of November 25th 1891
The Court doth adjudge, order and decree
that this cause be referred to Cleon Moore,
Commissioner in Chancery, who is instructed
to convene the creditors OF the defendant,
John Mcknight, holding liens on the real es-
tate in the bill mentioned to ascertain the
real estate subject 10 said liens. its value and
annual value stating the priorities of said
liens and distinguishing between general and
specific liens"
copy--Teste
r. w. LATIMER, Clerk.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

The Democrats of the Senate did not have
as much difficulty as their brethren of the
House in deciding on their favorites. Cor
man and Faulkner were unanimously elect
ed chairman and secretary of the Democratic
Senatorial Caucus Wheeling Register.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
Bank Notice.

VNHE First National Bank of Jefferson at
i Charlestown will be closed oil Friday,
December 18th, 1891, and on January l. 1892.
SAMUEL HOWELL,
Dec. &C. 1891. Cashier
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

One of the probable events suggested by
the death st Senator Plumb is the return OF
John James Ingalls, to the Senate. Some
statesmen are not long "out Of job
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
Repairing.

am prepared to repair Sewing Machines oil
all MAKES al short notice. Pianos and Organs
also Tuned and Repaired. Call at my resi-
dence on East Main street.
Nov. 25. 1891. J.. DlNkLE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
The Musicians, Guide.

Every music teacher, student OF music
lover should have this volume. ltcontains
2l2 pages of valuable musical information
with full description of over lO,oOo pieces
of music and music books, biographical
sketches of over $50 composers, with por-
traits and other illustrations. Also choice
selection of new vocal and instrumental
music and other attractive features. upon
receipt of eight two-cent stamps to prepay
postage, we will mail free copy oil me 1u1
,icians' Guide, also sample OF B'a'ndrd
Musical World, containing $500 worth o.
new music and interesting reading matter
Address The BRAINARD's Sous Co, chi
cage, Illinois.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that | will execute
the above decree at my Office in Charles-Town
w. Va, on the 22nd day of January, 1892
Given under my hand this 2lst dly of De
ccmber, 1891.
CLEON MOORE Commissioner
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Il is said the Olcott committee will get
500. 600 as commissions for etiecting a set
element of the Virginia debt question. And
we have heard it remarked that our towns
man Hon. J. NJ. Mason Will come IN Tor
cool $50 900 or more.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
BANK STATEMENT.

Renort of the condition of the First National
Rank of Jefferson ut Charlcstown, W. Va, NJ
.he close of business Dec. ,. 1891:
RESOURCES.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

EH-Msyor VIZ. u. Atkinson Of Winche.-
;er will succeed Judge Clarke as Judge OF
the County Court Of Frederick county.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Sl65.6sl 81
State of West Virginia.
County of Jefferson, S.:
/, Samuel Howell, Cashier of the above
named Bank do solemnly swear that the above
statement is true to the best of my knowledge
and belief. SAM'L. HOWELL,
Cashier.
Subscribed and sworn to before me, this 10Th
day of Dec, 1891. -
Notary Public.
Correct-attest
II. 0. TALBOT,
J. CARL. Hurst, Directors.
G.. +. Mason.
Dec. %, ls91-lt.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

The experiment of employing English
barmaids" has proved a failure in New York
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that VIII execute
the above decree at my office in Charlestown, w
Va, on the Dist day of January, 1892
Given under my hand this DIST day of De-
cember, 1891. -
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

The Senate has confirmed the nomination
of Hon. S. b. Elkins as Secretary of War.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Senator VOORHEES, said in Washington on
Saturday that all the Democratic Senators
have agreed to assist in preventing the con-
firmatiou of Judge Woods, of Indiana, as
circuit Judge, on the ground that his action
in the Dudley "blocks-of.fve" case proved
him unfit for a judicial position. \ dis
patch from Chicago says Judge Gresham is
said to be disguised with the election OF
Judge Woods, and the gossips say that If
the nomination is confirmed Gresham may
resign. 1t is claimed that President Harri-
sons action is looked upon as a personal in
suit to Gresham.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Private Banks at Waynesboro', Gardens
vile and Warrenton, Virginia. suspended
on Monday.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Mothers and parents, bring your little
BOYS to Hirschman's if you want to make
them happy with nice and useful Christ
mas present in the way Of a suit or overcoat.
We are prepared to give you bargains in all
our departments.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
Notice to Trespassers.

I HEREBY notify the public that there must
L be no trespassing upon my shannon
Park farm, by hunting or otherwise.
October IS, 1891. c. b. R0USs.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

The decree of the Circuit Court of Berke-
lev county in the case of Hutchinson VS..
Boltz has been affirmed by the Supreme
Court of Appeals-opinion by Judge En-
rlish.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Walt Whitman, the good gray poet, is
said 70 be DYING.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Congressman O'Ferrall has appointed
son of Mr.. R. 5. Walker, of Madison county
Va, cadet at West Point.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

ERUTT Puddine, Corn Starch and Shred Co
l. coanut, Gelstine, Tapiocs, &C., for sale by
May %, 1890. c. d. EBY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Miss Sallie, daughter Of Judge Lowell, cd
itor of the Warren Sentinel, was married to
Dr. Phil. Taylor, of Richmond, at the Epis-
copal Church in Front Royal on the 9th Of
December Rev. Jos. K. Jones performed
the ceremony.
Go to Pambaum's and hear the music
box and watch the antics OF the animals as
they engage in the lively dance. 1t is an
ingenious contriyance.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Last Monday Jasper f. Atkinson, a tele-
graph operator, residing at No. 90 North
Sixth street, was welded at Camden, \. j.,
to Miss Alice Neel, daughter of Rev. Mr..
Keel, of Shephcrdstown, W. Va. Mr.. and
Mrs. Atkinson have returned from their bril-
dial tour and will reside in Harrisburg
They visited New York, New Haven and
Baltimore, and arrived home on Sunday
Harrisburg telegraph.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

The Southern Historical Magazine is TO be
the title of a monthly publication of origi-
nal and selected matter relative to the Civil,
Military, Pioneer, Church and Family His
tory of the South. 1t is to be published at
Charleston Kanawha, by Mr.. Virgil A.
Lewis, the secretary of the West Virginia
Historical Society The work will be in
antique cover, IS pages-subscription price
$500. Some of the best writers of the
South will contribute to its columns. 1t
has our best wishes.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23
Bank Notice.

QUEEN TABLE sYRUP-the most deli
cious on the market for sale by
Oct. Is, 'si. W. S. MERCHANT.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

Haviland's best decorated China Tea Sets,
Dinner Sets, &c. A large line of Plain and
Decorated Ware of all sorts. A splendid line
of Toilet Sets, both plain and decorated.-
Glassware in abundance. A large and select
line of lamps of every description, at such
remarkably low figures that YOU will be sur
prised, and wonder how VIC can sell them so
cheap.
Now we do not claim to have all the bar
gains ahoat, but keyond the shadow of a doubt
we have a great many of them. In
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1891-12-23

The War Department has approved the
plans for the railroad bridge over the North
river at New York city, and work on it will
begin at once. The bridge will be 100 feet
higher than the Brooklyn bridge. Which
of the bridge-iumping cranks will get there
frat