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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Signs of Old Age.

"Do you know the surest indica-
ton of old agel' said q physician the
other day. THE surest indications
in man." he continued, ARE moist
eye, dry palm and shrinking of
the calf of the leg. All the indica-
tons are due to some action of the
nerves consequent upon advancing
years. In the matter of the eye the
fifth section is interfered with, and
it is this that causes a flow of water.
The dryness of the palms is caused
by an interference with the func-
tons of the body, also due to the
action of the nerves, and the shrink
age of the leg follows from similar
causes.
I'm old age, too, you notice some
men become more corpulent than in
the early portion of their lives. With
drinking men the change is often
produced by the quantity Of saccha-
rine which they consume with their
drinks, and with those who do not
drink it follows from other physio-
logical changes. With women the
dimness of the eye does not come so
soon as it does in men. Albany Ex
press
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Tho JAWS of the Rather.

The rattler's jaws can unhinge
when he has to tuck away an ex-
ceptional morsel of food like grown
rabbit, and like his harmless COM
petitor in the consumption of food
his body can expand to four times
the regular size. An old time cow
boy Texan, who has spent lifetime
roaming over the fertile prairies and
along the creek bottoms of Calhoun
county, which are covered with
brush and timber, informed the re-
porter that he has seen a monster
rattler conceal a jack rabbit with
two vigorous gulps. When killed
the deadly reptile was found to have
eighteen rattles, and the jack rabbit
was still kicking for dear life.-Port
Iayacaen.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
WEEKLY REGISTER
TWENTY-ETGHTH YEAR,
CONTAINS TWELVE BIG PAGES.
Will be sent from now until January, 1894,
FOR ONE DOLLAR


1t is the largest paper in the State. Its en-
tertaining, chaste and delightful continued
stories by the best authors are among the de
sirabe features.
The Wheeling Register live stock, produce.
wool and grain markets, from Phladel phia,
New York, Baltimore and Chicago are full ac-
curate aud complete.
Every town, city and county seat in the
State is a center of news which the Register
publishes with weekly regularity, so that eve
ry citizen in the State must take the Register
to keep thoroughly posted in State matters.
The Democratic Party will shortly come in
to power. and the Register will be faithful
ohronicler of events occurring under the
Cleveland Administration. Everyboay will
want to know what is going on in Washing
ton. The Registers Special Correspondent
will keep them posted.
The Legislature will shortly assemble. 1t
will be very important session. No citizen
of the State can afford to be without the Reg
lister. Its Legislative reports, and in fact all
news matters from the State Capital are recog-
nized throughout the State as the most elabo-
rate and complete.
Remember. One DOLLAR buys the Weekly
Register from now till January l. 1894
Es- All remittances should be either by pos
tai order, registered letter or check. Then
there is no danger of loss or delay.
Address,
WEST VIRGINIA PRINTING CO..
Nov. %. Wheeling, W. Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Boston and nirminrhnm.

ANY one who knows the two cities
Of Boston and Birmingham, England,
which have about the same popula-
ton Boston AS, 600 in 1890 and Biz
mingham $50, 600 IN 1891, viii admit
that Birmingham enjoys every re
suit of municipal enterprise, and to
at least as great an extent as Boston
Many persons would be inclined to
state the case much more strongly in
favor of Birmingham, which also
confessedly possesses many develop
ments Of local activity not yet ap-
preached by the sister city.
Birmingham's government costs
per year s.. $40. 600, and Boston's gov
eminent costs $12, 57O,O 900. Is it pos
sible to give any reasonable explana-
ton Of this discrepancy, which may
well suggest misgivings to the minds
Of the American tax payers, and
which goes far to account for the
Deficiencies in the services rendered
by municipal government Of which
they cOmplsinl-Joseph Chamberlain
IN Forum.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
rpr Virginia rRrr pRESs--rHr OLD FAMILY JOURNAL.
where Renan Rests.

The tomb of AIRY Scheffer, In which
rests the remains of Ernest henan,
is situated in Paris, at the end of the
Avenue Montmorency, In the center
Of Montmartre cemetery. 1t Is q lit
tie chapel In the Roman style OF ar
chitecture, built In 1858 to receive
the body of AIRY Scheffer, the paint.
CT, who was an uncle by marriage OF
Ernest Renan.
The list of dead who have been
buried there is already long. Here
are carved the names OF tie two
brothers Scheffer and of several
members of their family. 1t was in
this tomb that Daniel Manin reposed
by the side of his wife and his daugh-
ter before Venice could reclaim the
remains of her former dictator. Dan
iel Manin was great friend of AIRY
Scheffer, and with his family sought
refuge at Shelters house after the
capitulation of Venice in August,
1S4e.
The interior of Shelters mauso-
leum is extremely simple. The little
chapel, almost bare Of decoration, Is
half hidden by statue representing
a woman reposing, her hands clasped.
The walls of the chapel are covered
with three large frescoes, illustrating
the execution of the early Christians,
of which the principal one shows
Christ breaking the chains OF cap
tive.
And there lies all that is mortal OF
Ernest Renan, unbeliever. - New
York World.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Keeping an Engagement.

Father-Come, young man, how
long do you propose to keep my
daughter waiting on your slow
movements If you don't intend to
marry her, leave her; if you think
of marrying, marry her at once and
have no further nonsense about it.
Young Man-But, my dear sir, I'm
engaged to her. You wouldn't have
me break the engagement. No!
Well, if 1 leave her break it, and I
break it if 1 marry her. You see
the dilemma I'm in.-Boston Tran
script.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
&a-oUR GIFT TO EVERY ONE OF OF
READERS.
A Yard of Pansies.'

By special arrangement with the Publishers,
we are enabled to make every one Of our read
ers present Of one of these exquisite Oil Pic
lures 36 inches long, companion to A Yard
of Roses which all have seen and admired.
This exquisite picture. "A Yard of Pansies."
was painted by the same noted artist who did
the Roses" 1t is the same size, and is pro-
nounced by art critics to be far superior to the
Roses The reproduction is equal in every
respect to the original which cost $500. and ac-
companying it are full directions for framing
at home, at a cost of q few cents, thus forming
beautiful ornament for your parlor or n SUI
perb Christmas Gift, worth at least So Send
your name and address to the publisher. w.
Jennings Demorest. Is East 18th ST, New York
with three two-cent stamps to pay for packing
and mailing, and mention that you are read
er of The VIRGINIA FBEE Press and you will
receive by return mail one of these valuable
Works of Art.
Nov %, 1892
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

The probability of Hon. w. L. Wilson
being called to Cabinet position is much
talked of in Eastern political circles. Mr..
Wilson's ability and his entire accordance
with Mr.. Ceveand's tariff ideas, and Mr..
Cleveland's strong personal friendship for
him, make it likely that portfolio will be
offered him.
Mr. Wilson will, however, leave his pres
ent position against the wish of his consti
tuepcy, If not of the Democrats generally.
He is of more value to his party right in
the place he has been elected to than else
where. At this junciure of affairs he can
not well be spared from among those upon
whom the burden of the readjustment of
important policies must fall. Charleston
Grnyfg
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
A comnnri.on Of Skulls.

A comparative examination Of the
skulls Of savage and civilized races
shows that the increased brain devel-
opment Of the latter is always &C
companied by q marked modification
in the form and size Of the jaws and
teeth. This modification Is usually
spoken of as q degenerate condition.
New Review.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

A large bell that was used at the factory
at Harper's Ferry, and which has been in
possession OF Mrs. Elizabeth Snyder, OF
WilliamSport. since 1861, has been secured
by James NJ Gleason, prominent citizen
of Marlboro, Mass because of its John
Brown association. 1t will be shipped to
Marlboro aud placed conspicuously in the
headquarters of the G A R post to which
Mr. Gleason belongs Exchange
Because of its John Brown association we
would gladly, without charge. supply an in
scription, to-wit: That John Browns first
victim at Harper's Ferry was an industri-
Gus, inoffensive colored nun.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

The Fifty-third Congress will be compo'-
81 Of 222 Democrats. l25 Republicans and
only POpuist~. Contested seats. when
determined, may change these hgures, but
not materially.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

Mrs. Lease, Of Kansas, announces that
she is willing to be United States Senator
and will be candidate therefor. Ham,
the Georgia humoris,. says she has "a voice
like cat fight"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

William l. Wilson, who is faeilc princep.
among The champions of economic reform
is returned to Congress rom West Virginia
by over thousand majority. Without
Wilson in the cast the programme of tsrif
reform would be like playing Hamlet with
Hamle; left out-RoctriHs Sentinel.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

The first woman elected justice Of the
peace in Wyoming sent her husband to Jail
for contempt Of court; Tue Goddess of
Justice is presumed % b. blind, but it
doesn't seem t. hold gooi when the faults
o. a husband are Aagrant
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
DIED..

In Bolivar. Saturday, November II, 1892,
NELLIE infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Will Colby.
In Keep Tryst. Nd, Saturday, Nov. IL 49,
BENJAMIN BAYLIS, aged about % years
Deceased was Mason and Red Man, and
was buried with the honors of both orders.
In Keep Tryst. Nd. Saturday, November
70. 1892, JOHN KERCHEVAL, aged 70 years,
5 months and 20 days Virginia Lodge l. o.
O. F, of Harpers Ferry, had charge of the flu
neral Interment in Camp Hill cemetery.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

Rev R. X Meade died in Charlottesville
Thursday, aged eighty years lie was a na-
tive Of Clarke county and the second son
of the late Bishop Meade. He was rector
Of Christ Church, Charlottesville, from
1886 to 1856, when he resigned and became
the principal Of the Piedmont Female In
stitute
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Pedal Organs.

1t is interesting to know that organ
pedals were invented by Bernhardt
in 1890, for this gives valuable clue
to Bernhardt's present age. 1t is also
well to know that a great organ of
five manuals contains within its case
six complete organs, the pedal at
tachment being full instrument by
itself, having sometimes 100 pipes of
its own.-New York Times
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

The New York Tribune says those who
are trying 10 explain the Republican defeat
are crying over split milk. There was a
good deal Of the tactical lost when the Dem
ocratic COW kicked ever the pail.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

Referring 20 the statement that West
Virgins Republican ate rat in payment
Of an election bet, the Richie Gazette wants
70 know of Us If the rat ., "sliIi alive " To
which we respond, no but the Republican
is, and, if be i like many Republican edi-
tors we know, is bout this time eating
crow
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

For number Of years w. have had the
pleasure Of giving % our readers, previous
20 elections of national Importance, one or
more letter on the political Si'uttion from
Col J. Fairfax Mclaughlin, of New York
City. Whuse exceptional opportunity tor
obtaining an inside view OF Tammany's OPP
eration- and of New York politics general
ly have enabled him 20 make accurate pre-
dictiOns of election results, so tar 40 least
as those results have depended upon the
vote Of New York State. That the priyi-
legs so enjoyed BY the readers of The FREE
PREss is not 70 be 50 lightly esteemed i,
evidenced BY the fact thar the unusual
prominence OF the editorial page of the
New York Herald was extended 20 Col Ne
Lsughlin for The expression Of political
views, over bis signature, in the recent cam
paign-an honor that Col Mel shared
with men Of such eminence In journalism
and politics As Howell, of Atlanta, and Mu
rat Halstead and Col Cockerill of New
York. Mr. Cleveland himself recognized
the importance and value of these .etters
Of Col. Mel. in the Herald and expressed
his appreciation Of them 10 a comm-ndato
" letter % the author Col Mel. was on
the stump nearly every night for a month,
sometime, twice night, both i'm the CITY
and State OF New York
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

The smallest "cat boil' is large enough to
show that the blood needs purifying-a
warning which, ifunheeded, NAV result, not
In more bpil-, but ia something very much
worse. Avert the danger in time bv the
use ct Ayers SarseParilla Cured Others, :
riil cure you.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Camm's Emulsion

Will positively arrest Consumption if used
in time, cures Scrofula, Glandular Swellings,
Rheumatism, Bronchitis and other Lung
diseases. 1t is composed of the purest Nor
wegian Cod Liver Oil, combined with the
Hypophosphites of Lime and Soda with
Iron, and is freely prescribed by the Medi-
cal faculty throughout this country aud in
Europe.
DR.. G. J. Murray, of Univ. Berlin, Prus-
STA, says: After careful test of Camm's
Emulsion indorse all you claim for it, and
will always use it in my practice.
Surgeon J. A. Tanner, U. 5. Navy, Bos-
ton, Mass, says Camm's Emulsion is the
best combination with which am acquaint-
ed, and my experience with it has been very
favorable.
Surgeon j. J. Robertson, U. 8. Army,
Arizona, says: Camm's Emulsion is the
greatest combination of medicines ever got
ten up. 1t never fails me.
DR.. S. G. Gleaves, ex-President Va. Med
icaI Association, says: believe Camm' s
Emulsion is the best preparation known for
pulmonary diseases.
Send forSCircular.
For sale by all druggists. Manufactured
only by E. A. CRAIGHILL & Co., Whole
sale Druggists, Lynchburg, Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

The Republican cfIi'e holdeT wao does
not bow his head the 4,h ot March and
hoSl for neatne>s aud dispatch, with "a
bright new Ak, Is n patriot - Richie Ga
,site Rep
Lots Of republicans are bowling, hut uo,
for dispatch As Ca ueatu's> they usy b,
cireum-P,c'. aud their patriotism Is beyond
suspicion. We have read The papers care
fully. Republican and Democratic, and We
don't know anybody enjoying himself more
just now than Brother Morris, OF thr Gl,eite
Turning him down % nominate Cahcl Tom
Davis bore ab-urdity ON its face
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

Richard and his Sweetheart Nell, ;" song
aud Chorus, quario, sent free to any address
by S'1o naker Bros. Mfg Co, South Bend,
Ind reOeipt of stamp to cover postage
ami ing.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
PUBLIC SALE.
The undersigned will sell at public auction,
at his residence, Shenandoah Junction. on
TURDAY, NO VEJfBER &c, 1892,
the following pergonal property:
ONE HORSE,

ONE HORSE,
Cart and Cart Gears. complete; Wagon. near
ly new; Carriage in good order; new Wagon
tongue; two sets of Harness two barshear
plows, two double-shovsl plows and one sin
gle-shoyel pillow two sets OF fly nets set OF
pillow gears; one collar bride, lot of good CT
der barrels, large copper kettle; also lot of
no USEHD d KITCHENFURNITL'RE.
TERMS: Nine mouths credit on sums over
ten dollars under that cash. Purchaser to
give note well secured. payable in Bank of
Charles-Town Sale 10 begin at 10 o'clock.
T. J. West, Auctioneer
Nov g. ls92.-ts. JOHN HILL.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Loves Sacrifice.

Little Bertha-Win you always
love met VIII you never forget mel
Little Eddle-I guess not. 1t was
only yesterday that 1 got licking
from dad on your accoUnt.-Texas
SIftings.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

hereby certify that the above is true and
correct statement of the condition and affairs
of the above-named Bank, as it appears on
their books of this date.
C. w. YOUNG,
State Bank Examiner.
The foregoing is correct statement as
shown by the report made to me on the 3Oth
day of September, 1892, by the State Bank
Examiner. p. +. DUFFY,
Nov. l6. lSg2-2t Auditor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Bank Notice.

THE First National Bank of Jefferson 4
Il Charlestown will be closed OIL Thursday,
November oath. instant-that day having been
set apart for Thanksgiving
SAMUEL HOWELL,
Nov. 10, 1892. Cashier
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

Gibson Clarke, native of Wildwood,
Clarke county, and confederate soldier,
son of the late James r. Clarke, has just
been elected associate justice of the SUI
preme Court of Wyoming.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

Mr. Thos G. Sherman. the well known
New York LAWYER, claims 90 know just
what iranspired when Mr.. Cleveland diued
with several members Of the National Dem
ocratic Executive Commiite aud certain
leading New York politicians-at which
time, it has been supposed, am understand
Ing WAS reached or reconciliation effected
between the nominee for the presidency and
the organized Democracy OF the State and
CITY oil New York According so Nr
Sherman. the dinner bad not progress, d
very far when It. Gov Shechan brosch, d
the matter of seemingly supreme imp r.
tance At that time, SAY ~ to Mr. C.rv, land
that he Thought 90 WAS time Tor bim % show
bis good feeling toward the re- ulsr party
organization and that pledges should D.,
given tbst th- "mac,in-" should h- r.c-.-
uizri En- ar..i ~ 'r Ca-Htd', $50
tenuv- manu-r a,i sgrc-no.- -m.r. the
Lieutenant Governor proceeded lnere
was 20 br no recognition Of the anti snap
per in the expected ii-uibu lon of patron
age the very existence Of the murwump
VAS TO bee ignored. ln short t,e machine
MAS 20 direct the disposal of $40 federal
officers in New York The candidate Of
the usti,na Democracy listened until Shee-
han psu-ed Tor breath AMI then responded
quite definitely that he'd be b.auk-d % he'd
give any men any Sach pledges, and be
would be additionally blsnkrd IL he'd give
them % him l-hechsul The pr,tractei
pause which f,'lowri was broken by Gro
ker, ,h- T.muany cai-fr,iu, who observed
'I most h-ar,l, approve %. what thc Pre-
dent has said "
Now Mr. Murphy, chairman for years OF
the State commiiIe, aud now leading caudi-
date for Frank Hiscock's seat IN the Sen
ate declare that Nr Cleveland -4id nuth-
ing Of the kind, and an Issue i, thereby
raised between two gen,iem, q, one oft whom
the public would as readily believe AS the
other. Il may be that the story IS merely
a bit Of allegory. produc, Of Mr.. Shear
mans fancy designed 10 show the attitude
Of the President-elect toward the would-be
IpoilSmen Of his party. Anyhow whether
or not the great refOrmer adorned his re-
spOnses 10 the Overtures Of the New York
machine managers with flowers Of rhetoric
not drawn from the Revised Ver.iou-and
that part OF the story is by mo- means in
credible-we can readily believe that he
forcibly assured them that, while the regu
lar party organization would be recognized
and respected as such, 90 set Of men would
be allowed % dictate to him il the perform.
sure d 0fBeisl duy
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

Many people suffer for years from trouble
some and repulsive sores, boils, and erup-
tions, without ever testing the marvellous
curative properties of Ayers Sarsaparilla.
The experiment is certainly worth trying.
Be sure you get Ayers Sarsaparilla and no
other
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Wanted.

A lady who is graduate and has had FIVE
years experience in teaching desires position
as Teacher or GoverneSs. Can teach the Eng
lish branches. French and Music. References
given. For information inquire at
Aug. 81, '92s THIS OFFICE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Clover Seed.

Choice Western Red and sapling Glover
Seed, for sale by
Nov. 10, 1892. B. c. WASHINGTON, Agt.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Bank Notice.

VNHE Bank of Charles Town will be closed
Il on Thursday, November "a, ls92-Thanks
giving Day.
Nor. Is. 1892. Cashier.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23

ERUTT Puddine, Corn Starch and Shred CO.
Il coanut, Gelatine, Tapioca, &c, for sale by
May %. 1890. c. d. EBY.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
Barber Shop.

Hair Cutting. Shaving and Shsmpooing IL
the best style at the Watson House Tonsoriai
Amer by the undersigned have just re,
moved into q new room specially set apart and
equipped with all the modern convenience
for the purposes for which it has been designed
and will be pleased to see my patrons OF the
past and new ones. promising pleasing atten-
tfons
Feb. 1s, 1891. GEoEGE TRAVIS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-11-23
jefferson Savings Bank.
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES w. VA.

SHEPHERDST0WN, ". VA.
DAVID BILLMYER. President.
b. +. HARRISON, Cashier.
STATE BANK.
Examination made May 9th, 1892.
Incorporated April lst, 1863.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1892-07-02
GONG TO CHURCH.


some folks 20 10 church-as they shou,d-.
40 learn TO be humble and Gould.
And every word
From III preacher d hceu
~ thosc who love spiritual foulA
Some 60 there % strut up sAe aisle
ana show their new clothes in the staisle;
These folks always wait
Until Il Is iaat
ANA 90 only once in awhaisle.
some 90 Just 70 hear IRON the choir
rec concerts they meaniy desoir:
Thcsc fill the best pcws
And always rcfews
TO ohtp In for music or foir.
some 60 Aese to sing every hymn
WIN old-fashtoaed singing school vvmn,
When done is the psalm
Tncir sunc books they psalm
ana SIT down exhausted and peymA
Some 60 there to capture the bcaux
And othen - lay on and deaux:
70 everything SAID
These last nod the haid,
Dut the parson each one OF them kneAux.
Some 90 70 make business great
And some to catch votes In the stcat;
Til big trade il won
Or election Is don
These toss dollar bills on the pleaG
The women love church, as We know,
But men to please wives only kgow.
Or cloc from their awe
or mothcrs-in-lawe-
We wish this sad fact wasn't ksoV.
-Hsc. Dodge, in Detroit Free Presa